How do I fix error code 61 on my Samsung RF22A4221SG?

1. undefined: 1. Turn off power and wait 5 minutes 2. undefined: 2. Check for mechanical compressor jam 3. undefined: 3. Measure input voltage: AC 110-127V 4. undefined: 4. Check R1 and R2 resistance values 5. undefined: 5. Inspect for solder bridges on PCB

Samsung RF22A4221SGRefrigerator

Error Code 61

Q: What does error code 61 mean on a Samsung RF22A4221SG?

Compressor protection circuit activated Over-current detection; Abnormal current draw; Power supply voltage unstable; Compressor mechanical jam

Compressor protection circuit activated

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: F/R

What This Means

Over-current detection; Abnormal current draw; Power supply voltage unstable; Compressor mechanical jam

What actually causes this:

Compressor is drawing too much power or is stuck

First Thing to Check

Turn off the refrigerator for 5 minutes then turn back on

Parts Involved

Inverter PCB with IPMPower supply circuit

How to Fix

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1. Turn off power and wait 5 minutes
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2. Check for mechanical compressor jam
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3. Measure input voltage: AC 110-127V
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4. Check R1 and R2 resistance values
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5. Inspect for solder bridges on PCB

Other Error Codes for RF22A4221SG

Control panel cannot talk to main circuit board

Main board cannot control the compressor

52A

Freezer is not cold enough

Cannot detect compressor motor position

Inverter board is too hot

Humidity level cannot be monitored

Water in dispenser tank cannot be heated

Power supply is too high

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