Received new auger motor, removed old one from freezer and dispenser unit, lots of rust and moisture. Checked continuity of auger motor coil, tested good. Applied 110 ac voltage to motor, spun right up. Reconnected auger motor in parallel circuit with solenoid and tested for continuity, tested good. Checked for continuity from each of the four pins on plug (which plugs into freezer) to solenoid and auger motor good test. Re-installed dispenser unit in fridge, only the solenoid is activated, auger motor does not activate.
The fact that the Solenoid operates each time leads me to theorise that the door switch is ok and I cannot figure out why the auger motor operates outside the fridge but not when connected in the circuit. I have cleaned the contacts, applied WD40 liberally to the auger motor and contacts but still no go.
The wiring is as follows; Orange wire from the plug to the solenoid and the auger motor. Purple wire from plug to Solenoid. Black wire from plug to auger motor. Green & Yellow wire from plug to frame ground.
I am seeking a wiring diagram to conrinue my troubleshooting and would appreciate any help or advise from the forum. |