Technology Connections on Nostr: "are you sure it wasn't cycling off to protect the compressor?" - yes, the thermostat ...

"are you sure it wasn't cycling off to protect the compressor?" - yes, the thermostat was satisfying which is obvious due to the sound it makes

"you need to re-do the fan test with the power source outside the fridge" - I will, though to be honest I am highly doubtful that added a meaningful amount of heat

"the fans should only run when the compressor runs" - I will also try that

I'll also go over other fridges I've encountered because, truly, I don't think its design is common at all here