How do I fix error code 81E on a Samsung refrigerators?

1. undefined: Check voltage at IPM (Inverter Power Module) - should be above 13.5V DC 2. undefined: Check for short between compressor motor terminals 3. undefined: Check for short between IPM pins 1-33 4. undefined: Verify compressor cycle pressure and lines 5. undefined: Check for refrigerant lines blocked

Samsung Refrigerators2013–present

Error Code 81E

Q: What does error code 81E mean on a Samsung refrigerators?

Compressor motor will not start Short between compressor terminals; IPM voltage below 13.5V; Short between IPM pins; Defective compressor

Compressor motor will not start

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: 81E

What This Means

Short between compressor terminals; IPM voltage below 13.5V; Short between IPM pins; Defective compressor

What actually causes this:

Compressor motor winding shorted, refrigerant lines frozen, or IPM power supply fails

First Thing to Check

Measure voltage at IPM module, should be 13.5V or higher

Parts Involved

Compressor AssemblyInverter PBAIPM Module

How to Fix

1
Check voltage at IPM (Inverter Power Module) - should be above 13.5V DC
2
Check for short between compressor motor terminals
3
Check for short between IPM pins 1-33
4
Verify compressor cycle pressure and lines
5
Check for refrigerant lines blocked

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

Related Error Codes

Fridge sensor failure or wiring issue

71E

Freezer temperature critically high

83E

Compressor drawing excessive or abnormal current

26E

Ice maker positioning failure

Ambient temperature sensor failure

21E

Freezer fan motor failure or feedback signal issue

Freezer defrost sensor failure

Fridge defrost sensor failure

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