Samsung Refrigerators2017–present

Error Code 83

Compressor is using too much electrical power

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: Abnormal Current Pick-Up at F-Comp

What This Means

Compressor connector plugged out or loose; R1 current sensing resistor defect; Compressor motor shorted or winding failure; Assembly defect in inverter

What actually causes this:

Compressor mechanical restriction or sensor malfunction

First Thing to Check

Verify compressor connector is fully seated

Parts Involved

Freezer CompressorCompressor Connector CN04Current Sensing Resistor R1Refrigeration Cycle

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Check compressor connector CN04 seating

  2. 2

    Verify current sensing resistor R1 for damage

  3. 3

    Measure compressor winding resistance

  4. 4

    Check for short circuits in compressor motor

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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