Samsung Refrigerators2016–present

Error Code 2

Refrigerator compartment temperature sensor is not working

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: 2

What This Means

Fridge sensor connector disconnected; Fridge sensor defective or open circuit; Wiring harness damage between sensor and Main PCB CN30; Main PCB defect

What actually causes this:

Sensor connector came loose or the sensor itself failed

First Thing to Check

Unplug refrigerator, wait 30 seconds, and plug back in to reset — if error persists, call technician

Parts Involved

Fridge Temperature SensorMain PCBWiring Harness CN30

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check voltage between Main PCB CN30 pins 1 and 5 — should be within 4.5V to 1.0V range

  2. 2

    2. Reconnect sensor connector if loose

  3. 3

    3. Measure sensor resistance with power off

  4. 4

    4. Check wiring harness for damage or moisture

  5. 5

    5. If voltage readings are correct, replace Main PCB

This Error Applies To

Samsung RF22K9581 Series Refrigerators (2016) (2016–present)

Service manual exact match: RF28K9580Service manual exact match: RF22K9581

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