Error code

IPM-TEMP

Q: What does error code IPM-TEMP mean on a Samsung DRF36C500SR?

Compressor drive electronics have overheated and shut down Possible causes include the condenser fan not running, leading to no airflow over the heat sink; an improperly assembled or loose IPM heat sink; excessively high ambient temperature; or degradation of the IPM module.

Meaning

Compressor drive electronics have overheated and shut down

Moderate

What to do

Why this happens

Possible causes include the condenser fan not running, leading to no airflow over the heat sink; an improperly assembled or loose IPM heat sink; excessively high ambient temperature; or degradation of the IPM module.

How to fix it

Restore condenser fan operation; if the inverter board itself is heat-damaged, This one needs a professional technician.

SourceSamsung service manual