Error Code 44
Compressor cannot receive control signals and may not operate
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 44
What This Means
Loose communication cable between boards; Inverter PCB connector failure; Communication bus failure; Main PCB communication circuit fault
What actually causes this:
Inverter communication cable disconnected or inverter board failed
First Thing to Check
Locate and inspect the cable connecting the main board to the inverter board
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Verify cable connections between main and inverter PCBs
- 2
Check cable for visible damage
- 3
Test communication signal with oscilloscope
- 4
Inspect solder joints on connectors
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF265BEA Series Refrigerators (2016) (2016–present)
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