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Despite the advantages of Samsung technology, after several years of operation, problems begin to arise. Electronic control is very sensitive to voltage fluctuations in the network; without maintenance, equipment components and parts wear out quickly. Therefore, if your Samsung refrigerator does not work, it’s time to start looking for a breakdown.
Typical problems for the refrigerator “Samsung”
The electronic control system displays all problems on the display. If you notice that some indicator lights up or the icon on the scoreboard lights up, this may be the reason:
- The temperature rose in the department. If you have loaded food and often opened the door, then let the refrigerator stand closed for a couple of hours.
- The correct room temperature has not been set. Set the temperature according to the instructions.
- The sensor in the ice tray indicates incorrect installation. You need to change the location of the tray.
The correct temperature in the Samsung refrigerator compartments is very important. The difference between the compartments should not exceed 0,3 degrees, otherwise the equipment will not function normally.
Top chamber not working in Samsung refrigerator
Why does the upper chamber not work in a Samsung two-chamber refrigerator? The reasons for the problem can be very simple:
- The compartment door is not closed. Maybe some kind of tray is preventing the door from closing, then move all the dishes aside. If the door is left open for a long time, snow and ice may form on the walls of the chamber. Then defrost the refrigerator, inspect the door fasteners, rubber seal.
- Frozen fan. In systems with No Frost, the fan is responsible for cooling the compartment: if it does not rotate, then cold air does not enter the upper part. Defrost equipment for 10 hours will help fix the problem, and it is better to leave it for a day.
These problems can be solved independently by each user. But if after inspection it turned out that the door was closed normally, there was probably a breakdown:
- Fan motor. Have you defrosted the refrigerator, but the blades have not started to rotate? Due to the ingress of moisture, the electric motor could deteriorate, so the fan is replaced with a serviceable part.
- Refrigeration compressor. While the freezer is functioning normally, the refrigerator section is not working. Its motor starts for just a couple of seconds and immediately turns off. Diagnostics and replacement of the motor-compressor is carried out.
- Steel contour. It rusted due to the constant ingress of moisture, while rusty streaks can be seen on the lower chamber. As a result of the formation of microcracks, the circuit passes freon gas, which serves as a refrigerant. A breakdown requires circuit repair and refueling.
- Refrigerant leak. This also happens due to damage to the chamber wall or due to problems with the evaporator.
- Evaporator relay. On the wall of the compartment where the evaporator is located, a snow coat is growing. The defective part needs to be replaced.
Display not working on samsung refrigerator
Is the display on the refrigerator door not working? What is the reason? If the display shows only parts of the symbols, individual segments of the screen light up, the door electronics are checked. When re-hanging, the wiring could be pinched or damaged.
The most unpleasant breakdown is the failure of the control board. Due to moisture or a voltage drop, the board itself or its fuse burned out. It needs to be diagnosed, repaired or replaced.
Low mains voltage could also cause the display to turn off. To avoid further problems with the operation of the refrigerator, it is better to install a voltage stabilizer.
Samsung refrigerator broken – why?
When equipment with the No Frost system does not work, there can be many reasons. The defrost system itself consists of several parts and assemblies, in order to accurately determine the location of the breakdown, a complete diagnostics of the equipment is carried out.
What could go wrong:
- Motor-compressor or its relay. If the refrigerator does not work, the motor does not start, the motor and the start-up relay are checked. It is the relay that allows the motor to turn on and off. Therefore, if it is stuck in one position or deteriorated, a replacement is carried out.
- Air sensor. In working condition, the sensor sends signals to the control module about the temperature in the chamber. If the sensor breaks, then the board does not give a command to cool the compartment. Therefore, repairs are underway.
- Evaporator heater. The heater helps to defrost the frost that forms during cooling. The frost melts, turning into drops of water that flow into the drainage hole. When the heater breaks down, there is no defrost and snow builds up on the chamber walls.
- Damage occurred that led to the failure of freon gas. It is better to call the master to fix the leak and top up the refrigerant.
We have listed the main causes of breakdowns in the No Frost system. In fact, there can be many of them, and each depends on the individual case. Watch related videos:
Samsung refrigerator is constantly running
Normally, the refrigerator motor periodically turns off for a “rest”. If the compressor runs constantly, but the refrigerator does not freeze, the reasons may be different. It is possible that the chamber door does not close well due to a leaky seal, or the housing overheats due to insufficient ventilation.
Breakdowns requiring repair:
- Faulty thermostat or thermistor. The board no longer receives data on the temperature in the chamber, so there is no cooling.
- Control module failure. Since the module controls all nodes, if it breaks down, the refrigerator may not freeze, or its operation may be disrupted.
- Leakage of refrigerant gas also causes the compressor to run non-stop, but there is no cooling.
- Engine wear. The compressor is noisy due to worn parts. Its power is not enough to create pressure in the tube. The temperature in the compartment does not reach the setpoints.
Having decided on a breakdown, you decided to call a repairman? Then prepare the refrigerator for his arrival:
- disconnect the equipment from the network;
- free the cameras from the products;
- defrost the equipment during the day;
- wash the compartments and let them dry;
- move the cabinet away from the wall.
Remember that high-tech equipment and electronic components require a special approach and careful handling. In addition, when replacing spare parts, it is necessary to buy original parts, which a specialized store can offer.