OVERLOAD

Part 18-8922-27 is described as a overload, a service replacement item for equipment maintenance. Replacement is usually considered after inspection confirms wear, damage, electrical failure, or a repeat operating issue tied to this component. Confirm the equipment brand and the original part reference on the unit before installing a replacement. If your machine has multiple production revisions, confirm the exact model and serial details before finalizing the order. Protects and resets the compressor circuit when overheating or overload conditions cause shutdown and restart problems. When this component fails, technicians may see issues such as hot shutdowns, compressor trips, and restarts after cooling. An overload protector issue may appear as shutdown after heating and restart only after the system cools down. For this overload protector category, the typical repair goal is to restore the function that the failed component was affecting. During diagnosis, the part number should be matched first, then the circuit or assembly should be tested to confirm the failure path. Overload diagnosis often includes checking compressor amperage, terminal condition, and ventilation issues that may trigger thermal trips. If the machine has a history of intermittent faults, reviewing recent service notes can help confirm whether this component is the primary failure. Installing the correct replacement part can resolve the targeted fault path and helps bring the machine back to stable operation when the diagnosis is accurate. For ordering, match the part number exactly and compare the removed component to the replacement before installation. That step matters on commercial ice equipment because similar-looking parts can have different ratings, connectors, or mounting details. If you are troubleshooting symptoms such as not turning on, no power, not cooling, not starting, intermittent operation, error code behavior, or ice not dropping, confirming the failed component first will make this replacement more effective.