Hoa D March 21, 2017 for Model Number Samsung RS2530BSH I checked the control board-CN30 pin 4 & 6, it gave me 38.8 ohm. The diagram shows pin 4&6 is "F Def Sensor". I'm not sure if I need to replace "Defrost Thermostat Fuse/Sensor - DA-10160H" or "Defrost Temperature Sensor - DA32-00006W".
1 Answer HOA, According to the service manual the resistance would be reading at -9 degrees for the sensor if the reading is at 38.8K ohms. If the unit is not defrosting then test the defrost heater and if this checks ok then replace the control board. Read More...
Carlos February 23, 2017 for Model Number RS26DDAPN Fridge seems to work ok, but in the led display from bottom to top left side, the 3rd light started blinking and the panel was blacked out not working any touch screen button. I read that was the fre defrost sensor failure alarm, and it needs to be replaced. How I am sure this is the failure? Can the alarm be reset?? If I have to change the sensor where is it located?? Thanks in advance
1 Answer Carlos, Test the defrost sensor for resistance. The resistance reading should be 5K ohms at room temp. The sensor will be located on the side of evaporator coil. Read More...
Mark February 07, 2017 for Model Number Samsung R217 Refrigerator Water leaking into fridge; removed shelves, etc., back panel, and poured hot water; added a copper wire gig to extend into drain hole... should I replace the defrost sensor? Do these fail often enough to suspect it? (For 9.00 I'd try!)... Thanks...
1 Answer Mark, check the door seals too, the wire may have solved your problem, but a new sensor wouldn't hurt, either. But you decide. Read More...
Craig January 22, 2017 for Model Number RF265AABP/XAA-0000 The refrigerator fan is not working. Where is the thermister located?
1 Answer Hello Craig, The thermistor DA32-00006R is located in the damper cover assembly. Read More...
Aimee January 16, 2017 for Model Number RF263BEAESR/AA-0000 How easy is it to change the refrigerator temp senor? I am pretty sure this is the problem. Freezing food in fridge. Display says 37 gauge in fridge says 29
1 Answer Aimee, The sensor will be located behind the wall of the refrigerator compartment. You will then have access to the sensor which just unplug the old one and plug in the new one. Read More...
Devin B. December 30, 2016 for Model Number Rf197acrs The fan is still not running. My understanding is it should start right up at start up or shortly there after? What should the 3 line voltages be? I'm reading around 40v per terminal where the fan plugs in. I'm also reading only 107 ohms thru the thermostat sensor at room temperature and open on the thermostat that sits behind the evaporator coils (also at room temperature). Does those parts control the fan motor? Unit is completely defrosted and drained as it has been sitting unplugged with the doors open for 2 days.
1 Answer Hello Devin, Have a pen and paper ready to write down the fault codes and perform the following: Press the Pwr Freeze—Pwr Cool buttons simultaneously for 8-12 seconds (No sound when both buttons are pressed at the same time) until the display quits blinking. Release the buttons and read Fault Codes. This will also cancel the Fault Mode created by self-diagnosis at power up. The resistance of the sensor does not sound correct but it is unclear which you are testing. We could send you some technical information if you could post a new question and include a valid e-mail address. Read More...
Devin December 30, 2016 for Model Number RF197ACRS/XAA Hello, our the fridge part is not cooking at all but the freezer works fine. The evaporator coils were frozen over so we unplugged it and let them drain. We replaced the motor and thermistor is ohming out around the 5k mark (slightly less) the motor connector is showing proper voltage as well. With the motor not operating unless the door is shut what is the easiest way to tell if it is operating properly? And assuming the new motor works what else could be the issue? Thank you!
1 Answer Hello Devin. Put a phone on record and set it inside the unit and see if the fan runs with the doors closed by recording a short video. It sounds like you may have a defrost problem with the unit. If so, you will need to test the defrost heater and the defrost thermostat and fuse. They should read closed for continuity when cold. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. I will include a link at the end to assist you how to use the multi-meter if needed. If both parts are good, you will need to replace the defrost timer. Once the problem is repaired, you will need to thaw out the ice on the coils before the unit will operate properly. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Misty December 16, 2016 for Model Number Samsung RF217ACRS Refrigerator Defrosted the refrigerator part and unit cools but the fan is not operating..Freezer fully operational..thermistor..fan motor?
1 Answer Hello Misty. Fan motor will not run unless the doors are closed. If it still does not run, and there is power coming to it, you will need to replace the motor. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Sam November 27, 2016 for Model Number RFG298AARS/XAA I have a Samsung refrigerator that is 6 years old. In the past few weeks, I have noticed that the temperature in the freezer is not staying consistent. It will be fine some days but sometimes, ice cream is soft and bread is thawing. I thought it was left open. Anyway, noticed today that is was very warm in the refrigerator portion. Checked settings and cleaned under. Tried power freeze option; nothing happened. Unplugged and tried again; still nothing. Walked away and a couple hours later it was running and cooling both sections. Now it is off again. I pulled cover off back and did not see any electronic components that looked burnt. My guess is it is over heating or has relay going bad. Any ideas?
1 Answer Sam, This issue sounds like the issue would be that the unit is maybe going into defrost and sticking in the defrost mode. This will most likely be a control board issue. Read More...
Brian November 14, 2016 for Model Number RB2155SH Hello. Is this the sensor that controls the compressor? After the fridge cools down to the set temperature it will not restart. It has to be unplugged and plugged back in. Thanks.
1 Answer Brian, That sensor is for the temps in the unit and could be causing the unit to not start back up. It would be more likely an issue in the control board causing this issue. Read More...