Error Code ⠡
The refrigerator ice duct heater isn't warming up
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: LED blinks in self-diagnostic checklist position 34
What This Means
Ice duct heater shorted (0Ω reading); Ice duct heater wire open circuit (∞Ω reading); Bimetal protector defective; Harness damaged
What actually causes this:
The heater element failed or its wire came loose
First Thing to Check
Check if ice clogs the refrigerator ice dispenser or if ice flow is reduced
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Unplug refrigerator and wait 5 minutes
- 2
2. Disconnect MAIN PCB CN20 wire from PCB
- 3
3. Measure resistance between CN20 pins 21 and 23 (power OFF)
- 4
4. Should read 63Ω ± 7% (115V) or 230Ω ± 7% (230V)
- 5
5. If abnormal, replace ice duct heater
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF23R6 Series Refrigerators (2010) (2010–present)
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