Error Code 6
Refrigerator cannot sense outside air temperature for energy-saving functions
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 6
What This Means
Loose connector at CN78 pins 8 or 12; Damaged thermistor; PCB solder joint failure; Moisture intrusion into sensor
What actually causes this:
Ambient sensor wire loose or sensor failed from condensation
First Thing to Check
Open the refrigerator door and look for the ambient sensor near the top hinge
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check voltage between Main PCB CN78-8 and CN78-12
- 2
Expected voltage range: 4.5V to 1.0V
- 3
Verify connector is fully seated
- 4
Check for moisture damage on sensor
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF265BEA Series Refrigerators (2016) (2016–present)
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