Samsung Refrigerators2021–present
Error Code 81
Compressor not starting
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: Error 81
What This Means
Inverter block solder defect; DC 15V output dropped below 13.5V; Defective compressor; Refrigeration cycle problem
What actually causes this:
Power supply or compressor motor failure
First Thing to Check
Verify AC power reaching refrigerator
Parts Involved
CompressorInverter PCBRefrigeration Cycle
How to Fix
- 1
Check soldering status of inverter block
- 2
Measure DC 15V output at inverter
- 3
Check compressor for mechanical issues
- 4
Verify refrigeration cycle
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF262BEAES Series Refrigerators (2021) (2021–present)
Service manual exact match: RF262BEAESGService manual exact match: RF262BEAESR