Samsung Refrigerators2017–present

Error Code 56

The light sensor inside isn't working

Minor

Usually easy to fix - may resolve on its own

Also displayed as: 56

What This Means

Sensor housing separation; Sensor contact failure; Defective wire connection; Short circuit in sensor

What actually causes this:

The light sensor wire came loose or the sensor failed

First Thing to Check

Check if the interior lights turn off when the door closes

Parts Involved

Illuminance SensorWire Harness

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check illuminance sensor housing for separation

  2. 2

    2. Check wire connections to sensor

  3. 3

    3. Verify sensor is not blocked or covered

  4. 4

    4. Measure sensor resistance

  5. 5

    5. Replace sensor if defective

This Error Applies To

Samsung DRZ18980R Series Refrigerators (2017) (2017–present)

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