How do I fix error code F-1-õ on a Samsung refrigerators?

1. undefined: 1. Check Main PCB Connector CN30 insertion 2. undefined: 2. Test F Sensor unit for normal operation 3. undefined: 3. Measure voltage between CN30-#5(Yellow) and REG1, Heat Sink (should be 4.6V~0.6V) 4. undefined: 4. Verify IC10 MICOM #57 input voltage 5. undefined: 5. Measure resistance CN30 #5 ´ #8 and compare with temperature table

Samsung Refrigerators2009–present

Error Code F-1-õ

Q: What does error code F-1-õ mean on a Samsung refrigerators?

Freezer temperature sensor is not working Sensor housing separation; Connector contact error; Sensor disconnection; Short circuit in wiring; Temperature sensing out of valid range (>149°F or <-58°F)

Q: What should I check first for error code F-1-õ?

Check freezer temperature readings on display for erratic behavior

Freezer temperature sensor is not working

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: F-1-õ

What This Means

Sensor housing separation; Connector contact error; Sensor disconnection; Short circuit in wiring; Temperature sensing out of valid range (>149°F or <-58°F)

What actually causes this:

Sensor connector came loose or sensor circuit failed

First Thing to Check

Check freezer temperature readings on display for erratic behavior

Parts Involved

F-Sensor (502AT Thermistor)

How to Fix

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1. Check Main PCB Connector CN30 insertion
2
2. Test F Sensor unit for normal operation
3
3. Measure voltage between CN30-#5(Yellow) and REG1, Heat Sink (should be 4.6V~0.6V)
4
4. Verify IC10 MICOM #57 input voltage
5
5. Measure resistance CN30 #5 ´ #8 and compare with temperature table

This Error Applies To

Samsung RF195AC Series Refrigerators (2009) (2009–present)

Service manual exact match: RF195ACService manual exact match: RF20HFENBService manual exact match: RF197ACService manual exact match: RF18HFENBService manual exact match: RF215ACService manual exact match: RF217AC