Error Code 86E
The power coming into the refrigerator is too low for the compressor to run
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 86E
What This Means
Low household supply voltage; Loose power connection; Extension cord with inadequate gauge being used
What actually causes this:
Shared circuit with other high-draw appliances dropping the line voltage below threshold during peak use
First Thing to Check
Measure the outlet voltage with a meter while the refrigerator is trying to run
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Measure AC input voltage at the outlet — this error triggers when input is AC 106V or lower (220–240V models) or AC 53V or lower (110–127V models)
- 2
Check power cord connections
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF29A9071 Series Refrigerators (2021) (2021–present)
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