How do I fix error code F on my Samsung RF24R7201SA?

1. undefined: 1. Check voltage at MAIN PCB CN20-10 to CN20-12 2. undefined: 2. Expected voltage range: 4.5V to 1.0V 3. undefined: 3. If out of range, test thermistor resistance (should be 5.0 kΩ at 77°F)

Samsung RF24R7201SARefrigerator

Error Code F

Q: What does error code F mean on a Samsung RF24R7201SA?

Freezer temperature sensor not working Broken temperature sensor wiring; Thermistor 502AT failure; Connector CN20 pin 10-12 open or shorted

Freezer temperature sensor not working

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: LED blinks

What This Means

Broken temperature sensor wiring; Thermistor 502AT failure; Connector CN20 pin 10-12 open or shorted

What actually causes this:

Temperature sensor wiring loose or thermistor has failed

First Thing to Check

Check connector CN20 pins 10-12 for loose or bent pins

Parts Involved

Thermistor 502AT (Freezer)

How to Fix

1
1. Check voltage at MAIN PCB CN20-10 to CN20-12
2
2. Expected voltage range: 4.5V to 1.0V
3
3. If out of range, test thermistor resistance (should be 5.0 kΩ at 77°F)

Other Error Codes for RF24R7201SA

OVERFLOW

Water overflowing from ice maker or water dispenser

COMP-START-FAIL

Compressor will not start

FF-TEMP-HIGH

Fridge getting too warm

COMM-MAIN-PANEL

Control panel not communicating with main board

ICE-DUCT-HEATER

Ice dispenser duct not heating

IO-EXPANDER

IO expander chip not responding

FZ-DEFROST

Freezer defrost heater not heating

ICE-ROOM-FAN

Ice room fan not running

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