Error Code 71C
Freezer is too warm
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 71C (blinking)
What This Means
Door left open for extended time; Hot food stored in compartment; Temperature sensor error; Refrigerant leak; Evaporator icing
What actually causes this:
Door left open too long or warm food added
First Thing to Check
Close freezer door completely and wait
How to Fix
- 1
Check if freezer door is closed
- 2
Remove any hot food from freezer
- 3
Verify door seals are intact
- 4
Check temperature sensor is working
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF28K9070A Series Refrigerators (2018) (2018–present)
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