Samsung Refrigerators2017–present

Error Code 82

Compressor power module has detected an internal fault

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: F-Comp IPM Fault Error

What This Means

IPM chip internal failure; IPM overheat protection activated; IPM gate drive circuit failure; IPM power supply failure

What actually causes this:

Compressor overload or inverter board failure

First Thing to Check

Check compressor terminals and power connections

Parts Involved

Freezer Compressor Inverter PCBIPM Module (Intelligent Power Module)

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Check IPM gate drive signals with oscilloscope

  2. 2

    Verify IPM power supply voltages

  3. 3

    Check for thermal shutdown condition

  4. 4

    Inspect for burnt or damaged IPM chip

This Error Applies To

Samsung BRF425200A Series Refrigerators (2017) (2017–present)

Service manual exact match: BRF425200AP/AAService manual exact match: DRF427500AP/DAService manual exact match: DRF429900AP/DAService manual exact match: DRF425300AP/DA

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