Error Code 73
The convertible Flex Zone compartment is too warm
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 73 (blinking)
What This Means
Flex Room door left open for extended period; Hot food placed in Flex Room; Door gasket failure
What actually causes this:
The Flex Zone drawer was not pushed all the way in after loading it with food
First Thing to Check
Push the Flex Zone drawer firmly closed and check that the seal is not obstructed
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check if Flex Room drawer is fully closed
- 2
Verify no hot food is stored in the compartment
- 3
Error clears automatically after temperature normalizes
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF29A9071 Series Refrigerators (2021) (2021–present)
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