Error Code 15
Compressor power module overheating and shutting down
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 96
What This Means
IPM temperature exceeds thermal limit; Inverter operating at excessive current; Inadequate heatsink cooling; Ambient temperature very high; Continuous operation without cooling
What actually causes this:
Inverter getting too hot from continuous operation
First Thing to Check
Ensure refrigerator has good air circulation around it
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Allow compressor to cool for 15-30 minutes
- 2
Check inverter PCB heatsink for dust or blockage
- 3
Verify ambient temperature is not excessive
- 4
Check for continuous operation without rest
- 5
Measure IPM device temperature with IR thermometer
This Error Applies To
Samsung RR39M73 Series Refrigerators
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