Samsung Refrigerators2013–present

Error Code oP-Er or oP-Ch

Option communication lost

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: LED ON/OFF alternately

What This Means

Option configuration cable disconnected; Option module defect; Main PCB defect; Wire harness damage

What actually causes this:

Option board connector loosened or configuration board failed

First Thing to Check

Check if refrigerator cools properly despite the error

Parts Involved

Main PCBOption configuration moduleCommunication cable

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check option communication connectors

  2. 2

    2. Verify cable seating

  3. 3

    3. Check for wire damage

  4. 4

    4. Wait for error to settle down automatically

  5. 5

    5. If persistent, use oscilloscope to check signal

  6. 6

    6. Replace Main PCB if signal abnormal

This Error Applies To

Samsung RF23HCED Series Refrigerators (2013) (2013–present)

Service manual exact match: RF23HCEDTSRService manual exact match: RF23HCEDBSRService manual exact match: RF23HCEDBBCService manual exact match: RF23HCEDBWW

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