Error Code IPM-FAULT
Power module on the inverter board has detected a fault
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: Inverter LED blink: SPM Fault pattern
What This Means
IPM module internal fault; Short circuit in compressor phases; Defective Inverter PCB
What actually causes this:
The electronics that drive the compressor motor have detected an internal fault, possibly due to a shorted compressor or failed power module.
First Thing to Check
Check compressor terminals for any short circuit before assuming the inverter board is at fault.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check for shorts between compressor U, V, W terminals
- 2
Check for shorts among IPM pins 1–26
- 3
If no shorts in compressor, replace Inverter PCB
This Error Applies To
Samsung DRF36C Series Refrigerators (2022) (2022–present)
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