How do I fix error code R-1-ø on a Samsung refrigerators?

1. undefined: 1. Check ice maker test switch operation 2. undefined: 2. Verify MICOM #44 voltage transitions (Ready 5V → Rotation 0V → Half Rotation 5V → Return 0V → Ready 5V) 3. undefined: 3. Test ice maker rotation by pressing test switch 4. undefined: 4. Check water supply after ice maker rotation 5. undefined: 5. Verify sensor detects ice maker position changes

Samsung Refrigerators2009–present

Error Code R-1-ø

Ice maker mechanism is not rotating or completing its cycle

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: R-1-ø

What This Means

Ice maker kit mechanical failure; Rotation detection error; Motor position sensing error; Control signal error; Multiple ice harvesting failures

What actually causes this:

Ice maker jam, motor failure, or stuck water valve

First Thing to Check

Listen for humming sound when ice maker should run; check for ice jam

Parts Involved

Ice Maker Kit (complete assembly)

How to Fix

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1. Check ice maker test switch operation
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2. Verify MICOM #44 voltage transitions (Ready 5V → Rotation 0V → Half Rotation 5V → Return 0V → Ready 5V)
3
3. Test ice maker rotation by pressing test switch
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4. Check water supply after ice maker rotation
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5. Verify sensor detects ice maker position changes

This Error Applies To

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

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