Error Code -17°C LED LAMP
Fridge section temperature cannot be properly measured
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: -17°C indicator LED lamp
What This Means
Poor open circuit connection; Short circuit in sensor wiring; Sensor malfunction in fridge section; Loose or corroded connector
What actually causes this:
Broken fridge temperature sensor prevents accurate temperature control in main compartment
First Thing to Check
Feel if fridge compartment is actually cold; check display temperature reading
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check voltage between MAIN PCB CN30-5(ORG) and 7(Gray)
- 2
2. Voltage should be within 4.6V~0.6V
- 3
3. Inspect connector for damage or corrosion
- 4
4. Verify wiring continuity from sensor to PCB
This Error Applies To
Samsung RB12A3006 Series Refrigerators
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