Error Code 11C

Freezer defrost sensor reading out of valid range

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: 11C

What This Means

Sensor housing separated; Incomplete connector contact; Open-circuited wire; Short-circuit

What actually causes this:

Defrost sensor fell off the evaporator fins or the thermistor failed from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

First Thing to Check

Remove the freezer evaporator cover and verify the defrost sensor is clipped to the evaporator fins.

Parts Involved

Freezer defrost thermistor (DKST1329GW)Main PCB CN20

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Check voltage between Main PCB CN20 pins 6 and 8; should be within 4.5V–1.0V range

  2. 2

    Inspect defrost sensor mounting on freezer evaporator fins

  3. 3

    Verify sensor is secured by sensor hook

  4. 4

    Replace if out of range

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