Samsung Refrigerators

Error Code 86

The refrigerator is getting too much electrical power.

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: 86 (Freezer), c (Fridge)

What This Means

Input AC voltage at or above 310V; Voltage regulator failure; DC link resistor short circuit

What actually causes this:

Home electrical supply is too high or power regulation circuit failed.

First Thing to Check

Check that the outlet is providing correct voltage (around 115V).

Parts Involved

Power SupplyVoltage RegulatorDC Link Resistors

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Measure input AC voltage at the compressor power inlet

  2. 2

    Expected voltage: 115V ± 10%

  3. 3

    Check DC link resistors R309, R310, R311 for shorts

This Error Applies To

Samsung BRF365200A Series Refrigerators

Service manual exact match: DRF365300AP/DAService manual exact match: BRF365200AP/AA

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