Error Code 81E
Compressor motor cannot start or runs for short time
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 81 E
What This Means
U,V,W phase short circuit; IPM pin short on inverter board; Low IPM operating voltage below 13.5V DC; Compressor locked or bearing failure
What actually causes this:
Compressor bearings seize from lack of oil or electrical short
First Thing to Check
Try forced operation mode to see if compressor tries to start
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check compressor motor windings for phase shorts
- 2
Check IPM pins 1-26 on Inverter PCB for shorts
- 3
Check IPM operating voltage is DC 13.5V or higher
- 4
Check compressor for mechanical lockup
This Error Applies To
Samsung RH25H5611S Series Refrigerators (2014) (2014–present)
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