Error Code 13E
External humidity sensor has lost connection or failed
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 13E
What This Means
Humidity sensor connector disconnected; 5V supply missing to sensor; Sensor output outside 1V to 4V normal range; Open or short circuit in sensor wiring
What actually causes this:
The humidity sensor in the hinge area can have its connector dislodged, causing false high-humidity operation of the door heater.
First Thing to Check
Open the upper hinge cover and check that the humidity sensor connector is fully seated.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check voltage between Main PCB CN30 pins 7 and 9 — should be 4.1V to 0.8V
- 2
Verify 5V is supplied to humidity sensor connectors pins 1 and 2
- 3
Check humidity sensor output voltage — normal range is 1V to 4V
- 4
Inspect connector at hinge for secure seating
This Error Applies To
Samsung RF32FM Series Refrigerators (2013) (2013–present)
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