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Samsung Refrigerator Error Codes
Find plain-language explanations for SamsungRefrigerator error codes, common causes, and troubleshooting steps you can try before requesting repair service.
29 error codes currently available
14E
Samsung lists refrigerator 14e as a Ice Maker Sensor Error.
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21E
Samsung identifies refrigerator 21E as a freezer-fan error caused when rotational feedback is not detected.
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22C
Samsung identifies refrigerator 22c as a fridge-fan error.
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22E
Samsung identifies refrigerator 22e as a fridge-fan error.
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33E
Samsung lists refrigerator 33e as a Ice Pipe Heater Error.
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39C
Samsung lists refrigerator 39c as a Ice Maker Function Error.
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39E
Samsung lists refrigerator 39e as a Ice Maker Function Error.
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40C
Samsung lists refrigerator 40c as a Ice Room Fan Error.
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40E
Samsung lists refrigerator 40e as a Ice Room Fan Error.
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41
Samsung indicates that code 41 or 42 with flashing interior blue lights is a Family Hub condition that calls for rebooting the Family Hub.
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41C
Samsung says refrigerator 41C applies to 3-Door French Door Family Hub models after a software update.
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42
Samsung indicates that code 41 or 42 with flashing interior blue lights is a Family Hub condition that calls for rebooting the Family Hub.
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5E
Samsung identifies 5E as a refrigerator defrost-sensor error.
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76C
Samsung says refrigerator 76C or a blinking AutoFill indicator means water was detected in the AutoFill compartment.
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83E
Samsung lists refrigerator 83e as a Compressor Abnormal Current Detection Error within its voltage or power error group.
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84C
Samsung lists refrigerator 84c as a Compressor Lock.
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85C
Samsung says refrigerator 85C on Family Hub is a harmless low-voltage indication that can follow a brief power outage.
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85E
Samsung lists refrigerator 85e as a Compressor Under Voltage Error within its voltage or power error group.
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86E
Samsung lists refrigerator 86e as a Compressor Over Voltage Error within its voltage or power error group.
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88 88
Samsung lists refrigerator 8888 as a Communication Fault within its voltage or power error group.
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8E
Samsung identifies 8E as an ice-maker freezer sensor error.
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All Icons Flashing
Samsung states that all refrigerator icons flashing immediately after plugging in the unit or after a power outage is normal self-diagnostic activity.
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AP
Samsung indicates AP means the refrigerator is acting as an access point for Wi-Fi or SmartThings setup.
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Ice Off Blinking
Samsung states that a blinking Ice Off indicator means the ice bucket is not inserted correctly or is not inserted at all.
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O FF
Samsung says refrigerator off indicates Cooling Off Mode, also called Demo or Shop mode; service is not required.
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OF OF / O FF
Samsung says OF OF, O FF, OFF OFF, or scrolling temperature bars indicate Cooling Off mode, also called Demo or Shop mode.
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OFF OFF
Samsung says refrigerator offoff indicates Cooling Off Mode, also called Demo or Shop mode; service is not required.
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PC CH
Samsung identifies refrigerator pcch as a communication error between refrigerator components.
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PC ER
Samsung identifies refrigerator pcer as a communication error between refrigerator components.
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