How do I fix error code 6E on a Samsung refrigerators?

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Samsung Refrigerators2013–present

Error Code 6E

Q: What does error code 6E mean on a Samsung refrigerators?

Ambient temperature sensor failure Connector slipped out or open contact; Wire cut or short-circuited; Abnormal sensing temperature above 50°C or below -50°C

Ambient temperature sensor failure

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: 6E

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:

Thermistor fails, connector gets wet, or wiring breaks

First Thing to Check

Check CN30 pin 1-2 voltage with multimeter

Parts Involved

Ambient Temperature Sensor (Thermistor)CN30 ConnectorCN40 Connector

How to Fix

1
Check voltage between MAIN PCB CN30 #1 and #2 should be 4.5V~1.0V
2
Inspect connector seating
3
Measure ambient temperature sensor resistance
4
Replace thermistor if abnormal

This Error Applies To

Samsung RS22HDHPN Series Refrigerators (2013) (2013–present)

Service manual exact match: RS22HDHPNBC/AAService manual exact match: RS22HDHPNWW/AAService manual exact match: RS22HDHPN**Service manual exact match: RS22HDHPNSR/AA

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