Error Code R-TEMP-HIGH
Refrigerator compartment temperature has risen to an unsafe level
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: Fridge temperature display blinks
What This Means
Fridge door left open for an extended period; Hot food placed in fridge; Damper not opening to admit cold air; Cooling system issue
What actually causes this:
The fresh food section has gotten too warm, usually because the door was left open or the damper controlling cold air flow has stopped working.
First Thing to Check
Confirm the fridge door is fully closed and not being blocked by food items.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check if fridge door is fully closed
- 2
Check if hot food was recently stored
- 3
Confirm damper operation (check Load Condition Display Mode)
- 4
Perform self-diagnosis to check for sensor or fan errors
This Error Applies To
Samsung DRF36C Series Refrigerators (2022) (2022–present)
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Condenser fan motor in the machine compartment is not running
Freezer defrost heater or safety cutout has failed or wiring is open
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