Error Code 81

Compressor not starting

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: Error 81

What This Means

Inverter block solder defect; DC 15V output dropped below 13.5V; Defective compressor; Refrigeration cycle problem

What actually causes this:

Power supply or compressor motor failure

First Thing to Check

Verify AC power reaching refrigerator

Parts Involved

CompressorInverter PCBRefrigeration Cycle

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Check soldering status of inverter block

  2. 2

    Measure DC 15V output at inverter

  3. 3

    Check compressor for mechanical issues

  4. 4

    Verify refrigeration cycle

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