Error Code COMP-CONSTRAINT
Compressor cannot turn
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: COMP-CONSTRAINT LED blinks
What This Means
Compressor seized; Liquid slugging; Refrigerant system blockage; Compressor internal failure
What actually causes this:
Compressor seized or refrigerant system frozen
First Thing to Check
Try to listen for compressor hum on startup
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Try manual compressor start
- 2
Check compressor wiring
- 3
Verify refrigerant cycle pressure
- 4
Check for blockage in system
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF28R7201 Series Refrigerators (2010) (2010–present)
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