Error Code 83
Compressor is pulling too much electrical current and may shut down
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 83
What This Means
Compressor motor stalled; Short circuit in compressor windings; Inverter PCB solder failure; Mechanical jamming in compressor
What actually causes this:
Compressor motor shorted or inverter board solder failure
First Thing to Check
Listen for unusual grinding or rattling sounds from the compressor
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check compressor wire connections are tight
- 2
Verify inverter PCB solder joints
- 3
Check DC 15V power supply voltage
- 4
Listen for unusual noise from compressor
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF265BEA Series Refrigerators (2016) (2016–present)
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