Error Code 5E
Refrigerator defrost sensor temperature reading failure
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 5 E
What This Means
Connector slipped out or open contact; Wire cut or short-circuited; Abnormal sensing temperature above 50°C or below -50°C
What actually causes this:
Loose or disconnected defrost sensor, wire break, or thermistor failure
First Thing to Check
Disconnect and reconnect CN30 connector at main PCB
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Check voltage between MAIN PCB CN30 #6 and #7, should be 4.5V to 1.0V
- 2
Verify connector is properly seated
- 3
Check thermistor resistance
This Error Applies To
Samsung RH25H5613S Series Refrigerators
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