Error Code 17
Exterior humidity sensor circuit open or short detected
Minor
Usually easy to fix - may resolve on its own
Also displayed as: 13 (RR39/RR14/RZ32/RZ11/RQ32)
What This Means
Sensor connector disconnected; Sensor wire open or shorted; Defective humidity sensor; Poor connector contact
What actually causes this:
The humidity sensor that monitors room moisture levels is disconnected, damaged, or has a broken wire
First Thing to Check
Check the humidity sensor connector near the main control board to ensure it is fully plugged in
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Locate exterior humidity sensor
- 2
Verify connector is fully seated
- 3
Check sensor wiring for damage
- 4
Test sensor resistance with multimeter
This Error Applies To
Samsung RR39T74 Series Refrigerators
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