Error Code 85
The wall outlet isn't providing enough electrical power
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 85
What This Means
Outlet voltage below 106V AC; Outlet connected to power strip or surge protector; Wiring issue in home electrical system; Utility company voltage problem; SMPS board insufficient output
What actually causes this:
The outlet is low voltage, or the refrigerator is on an overloaded circuit
First Thing to Check
Plug refrigerator into a different outlet in your home. Check other outlets with a multimeter.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Measure voltage at outlet with multimeter — should be 115V
- 2
2. Plug refrigerator directly into wall outlet (not power strip)
- 3
3. Check for voltage drop across power cord
- 4
4. Contact utility company if voltage consistently below 106V
- 5
5. If voltage normal, check SMPS output
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF22NP Series Refrigerators (2018) (2018–present)
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