Error Code 83
The compressor circuit is showing abnormal current
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: Error 83
What This Means
Open compressor wiring at CN102; Bad soldering at shunt resistor R1 on Inverter PCB; Compressor winding failure; Refrigeration cycle abnormality
What actually causes this:
Abnormal current in the compressor circuit — could be a failed compressor, a broken wire, or a bad solder joint on the inverter board.
First Thing to Check
Power off and inspect the wiring to the compressor for any obvious damage or disconnection.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check compressor connection at CN102
- 2
Check resistance of R308 on Inverter PCB — should be 0.09 ohm
- 3
Inspect for bad solder joints on inverter board
- 4
Check compressor windings and refrigeration cycle
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF23M85 Series Refrigerators (2017) (2017–present)
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