Error Code FD-HT
Freezer defrost heating element failure
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: FD-HT LED blinks
What This Means
Heater connector loose; Heater element broken; Thermal fuse blown
What actually causes this:
Heater element burned out or thermal protection triggered
First Thing to Check
Check if freezer gets frost buildup indicating no defrost
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
After disconnecting CN20, measure resistance CN20-6 to CN20-8: 63(230) ohm ±7%
- 2
0 ohm = short, ∞ ohm = open circuit
- 3
Power OFF before testing
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF28R7201 Series Refrigerators (2010) (2010–present)
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