Error Code 6
Outside temperature sensor is broken
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 6c
What This Means
Sensor slipped out of housing; Wire cut; Wire short circuit; Sensor reading outside -50°C to +50°C range
What actually causes this:
Hinge area sensor wire got pinched or sensor failed
First Thing to Check
Look for ice or frost on the hinge area sensor
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Measure voltage between HINGE CONNECTOR #2 and #3
- 2
Voltage should be between 4.5V and 1.0V
- 3
Check hinge connector for proper connection
- 4
Verify no ice accumulation on sensor
This Error Applies To
Samsung BRF425200AP Series Refrigerators (2019) (2019–present)
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