Compressor Error
A Samsung Refrigerator displays a 85E or 85C error code when a Compressor Error has been detected by the internal electronic diagnostics.
Samsung Refrigerator 85E or 85C Error Code Meaning
Low compressor voltage is detected.
Samsung Refrigerator 85E or 85C Error Code Possible Causes
- The compressor is defective.
- The inverter PCB is defective.
- Wiring issue between the inverter PCB and the main PCB.
- Sealed system issue.
The list of possible causes above may assist in determining the cause of the error code. Sometimes the error code cannot be resolved easily with the information on this page. For more information that may help diagnosis the error code visit the Appliance Repair Technical Support page of this website. Contacting a trained Appliance Repair Technician is another option if the if the issue is to difficult to resolve with the information provided.
A Samsung Refrigerator displaying an error code can lock out the Refrigerator or disable it from functioning normally. In order to regain normal functionality of the Refrigerator the problem causing the error code will need to be resolved. Often the issue can be resolved with a simple repair or minor part replacement. This is much more cost effective and has a far less impact on the environment than a complete appliance replacement.
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