How do I fix error code 25E on my Samsung RH25H5613SL?

1. undefined: Separate MAIN PCB CN70 wire from PCB 2. undefined: Read resistance between CN70 White and Black 3. undefined: If 0 Ohm check heater for short 4. undefined: If open check wire and thermal fuse

Samsung RH25H5613SLRefrigerator

Error Code 25E

Q: What does error code 25E mean on a Samsung RH25H5613SL?

Refrigerator defrost heater circuit fault or stuck on Connector slipped out or open contact; Wire cut or short circuited; Defective thermistor; Heater stays on longer than 80 minutes

Refrigerator defrost heater circuit fault or stuck on

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: 25 E

What This Means

Connector slipped out or open contact; Wire cut or short circuited; Defective thermistor; Heater stays on longer than 80 minutes

What actually causes this:

Defrost relay fails or thermal fuse opens from overcurrent

First Thing to Check

Check resistance at CN70 between white and black wires

Parts Involved

Defrost Heater (REF) AC 120V/140WThermal Fuse AC 250V/10AMAIN PCB CN70

How to Fix

1
Separate MAIN PCB CN70 wire from PCB
2
Read resistance between CN70 White and Black
3
If 0 Ohm check heater for short
4
If open check wire and thermal fuse

Other Error Codes for RH25H5613SL

82E

Compressor power supply internal module failure

Freezer defrost sensor malfunction or open circuit

13E

Humidity sensor failure or circuit open

24E

Freezer defrost heater circuit fault or heater stuck on

Refrigerator defrost sensor malfunction or open circuit

21E

Freezer fan motor failure or no speed feedback

Freezer temperature sensor fault or disconnect

Ambient room temperature sensor fault or disconnect

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