Error Code 6
Outside temperature sensor near the hinge is not reading properly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: Ambient Sensor Error
What This Means
Ambient sensor disconnected from hinge area; Wire damaged or cut; Wire short circuit; Sensor failure due to age
What actually causes this:
Ambient sensor wiring damage or sensor failure
First Thing to Check
Check hinge connector for loose pins or corrosion
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check voltage between HINGE CONNECTOR #2 and #3
- 2
Expected voltage should be within 4.5V to 1.0V
- 3
Verify sensor is mounted on door hinge area
- 4
Check for loose or damaged wiring
This Error Applies To
Samsung BRF425200A Series Refrigerators (2017) (2017–present)
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