Samsung Refrigerators2019–present

Error Code 84

Freezer compressor motor is stuck or struggling

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: 84Er

What This Means

Compressor motor mechanical jam; Refrigerant flow blockage; Compressor bearing failure; Slugging condition

What actually causes this:

Compressor bearings seized or refrigerant gel in lines

First Thing to Check

Turn off power and try to manually rotate the compressor if accessible

Parts Involved

Freezer Compressor Assembly

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Check compressor for mechanical resistance

  2. 2

    Verify refrigerant charge level

  3. 3

    Measure compressor discharge temperature

  4. 4

    Check suction pressure

  5. 5

    Inspect for liquid slugging

This Error Applies To

Samsung BRF425200AP Series Refrigerators (2019) (2019–present)

Service manual exact match: BRF425200AP/AA

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