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Samsung RF29A Series Service Manual

Samsung RF29A Series Service Manual

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REFRIGERATOR
REFRIGERATOR
FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR
MODEL NAME : RF29A* / RF23A*
MODEL CODE : RF**A9071*
RF**A90T0*
RF**A911A*
RF**A912A*
RF**A920C*
RF**A92FA*
RF**A9671*
RF**A9675*
RF**A967E*
RF**A9770*
RF**A9771*
RF**A9553*
DRF36C700*
CONTENTS
1. PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS) ·························5
2. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ·········································8
3. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY ··························36
4. FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS ···················79
5. SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING ··········· 105
6. PCB DIAGRAM ····························································129
7. WIRING DIAGRAM ······················································134
8. BLOCK DIAGRAM ·······················································136
9. REFERENCE INFORMATION ····································138

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  • Page 1 REFRIGERATOR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR MODEL NAME : RF29A* / RF23A* MODEL CODE : RF**A9071* RF**A90T0* RF**A911A* RF**A912A* RF**A920C* RF**A92FA* RF**A9671* RF**A9675* RF**A967E* RF**A9770* RF**A9771* RF**A9553* DRF36C700* REFRIGERATOR CONTENTS 1. PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS) ·························5 2. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ·········································8 3. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY ··························36 4.
  • Page 2 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS Company. Samsung is not liable for any damage to product, any injury or any other product safety issue caused by any attempt to repair the product which does not carefully follow these repair and...
  • Page 3 CONTENTS 1. PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS) ........................5 2. Product Specifications ............................8 2-1. Introduction of Main Function ............................8 2-2. Product Specifications ..............................11 2-3. Comparison of Specifications ............................14 2-4. Dimensions ..................................16 2-5. Product Views ..................................18 2-6. Refrigerant Route in Refrigeration cycle ........................20 2-7.
  • Page 4 CONTENTS 4. Functions for failure diagnosis ........................79 4-1. Test mode (manual operating / manual defrosting function) .................. 79 4-2. Self Diagnostics function ..............................81 4-3. Function for failure diagnosis ............................82 4-4. Self Diagnostics function ..............................87 4-5. Display function of Load condition ..........................94 4-6.
  • Page 5 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization 1. PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS) Read all instructions before repairing the product and follow the instructionsin order to prevent danger or property damage.Plug out and remove all the items in refrigerator prior to repair.
  • Page 6 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS) ❈ Please let users know about the following warnings & cautions in detail. Warning & Caution Advise users not to store tall and Do not allow users to store Advise users not to put bottles or glass...
  • Page 7 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS) FLOORING To ensure that the product is properly installed, the refrigerator must be installed on a level, solid surface that is the same height as the rest of the flooring. The surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.
  • Page 8 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization 2. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-1. Introduction of Main Function ■ A newly developed SAMSUNG T-type refrigerator in 2021 has the following characteristics. Image Feature Triple Cooling + Precise Cooling • Keep food fresher for longer and preserve its natural flavor and taste.
  • Page 9 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ■ A newly developed SAMSUNG T-type refrigerator in 2021 has the following characteristics. Image Feature Dual Auto Ice Maker • Make sure you are always prepared for any occasion with two different types of ice.
  • Page 10 This variable speed control can significantly enhance the compressor lifetime with perfect performance and that is how Samsung can proudly guarantee 10 year warranty on our compressor. BPA Free Autofill Water Pitcher •...
  • Page 11 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-2. Product Specifications RF71A9770* Models RF71A9771* RF29A9771* RF29A9671* RF71A9671* RF71A967E* RF29A9071* RF29A9675* RF29A9675AP* RF71A9675* RF87A9770* Display CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI Water Dispenser Autofill Door Type Bespoke Ice Maker...
  • Page 12 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Models RF23A9771* RF23A9671* DRF36C700* RF23A9071* RF23A967541* RF23A9675AP* RF23A9675MT* RF23A9675SR* Display CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI Water Dispenser Autofill Door Type Bespoke Ice Maker Dual Auto I/M Total 22.5 22.8...
  • Page 13 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Models RF85A911ASL/ML RF85A911ASL/TR RF85A912AB1/ML RF85A912AB1/TR RF90A9553* RF85A920C RF85A92FASL/ML RF85A92FA* RF71A90T0 Display CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI CABI Water Dispenser Door Type Ice Maker Silm I/M Mono Auto I/M...
  • Page 14 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-3. Comparison of Specifications RF23A9**** RF71A9**E* RF29A9**1* RF85A9**A* RF29A9071* RF29A9**5* RF85A9**C* Model RF71A90T0* RF71A9**0* RF87A9**0* RF71A9**1* RF90A9**3* RF71A9**5* DRF36***0* Cooling system Triple Cooling Energy Grade Energy Star Cool Select Room modes Freeze / Soft Freezing / Meat&Fish / Fruit&Veggies / Beverage...
  • Page 15 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS RF2*A90* RF7*A90* RF2*A96* RF7*A97* Model RF8*A91* RF2*A97* RF8*A97* RF8*A92* RF7*A96* DRF36C* RF9*A95* AC120V 121W AC120V 121W Cool Select Room AC120V 121W AC120V 121W CV compartment drain French AC120V 10W AC120V 10W...
  • Page 16 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-4. Dimensions A. Depth B. Width C. Height (without hinge) D. Overall Height E. Height (With hinge) RF29A9071** RF29A9675** Model RF23A9675** RF29A9671** RF71A9675** RF29A9771** RF85A911A** 28 ³/₄" 34 ¹/₄" RF23A9071**...
  • Page 17 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS RF29A9071** RF29A9671** RF29A9771** RF85A911A** RF23A9071** RF71A90T0** RF29A9675** RF85A912A** Model RF23A9671** RF71A9671** RF23A9675** RF71A9675** RF85A92FA** RF23A9771** RF71A967E** RF90A9553** RF71A9770** RF71A9771** RF87A9770** 2" (50 mm) 125° 58" (1472 mm) 59" (1498 mm) 58”...
  • Page 18 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-5. Product Views Type A Fridge Compartment AutoFill pitcher * Water dispenser ** Fridge door bin Fridge shelf Quick Space shelf * Crisper+ / Flex Crisper * Water filter UV Deodorizing Filter *...
  • Page 19 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Type C Fridge Compartment Fridge door bin Fridge shelf Crisper+ / Flex Crisper * Freezer Compartment / Cool Select Room Freezer door bin Freezer shelf Freezer drawer Twist ice maker *...
  • Page 20 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-6. Refrigerant Route in Refrigeration cycle...
  • Page 21 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-7. Operation theory of refrigeration cycle components ■ Condenser 1) Role: A device which radiates heat to the outside (water/air) to make liquid state for the high temperature / high pressure gas refrigerant discharged from compressor 2) Types A.
  • Page 22 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ■ Compressor 1) Role: It operates same as pump which pull out the subterranean water. It inhales the low temperature and pressure refrigerant gas (flowed out) from evaporator and make high temperature and pressure refrigerant liquid in the compressor and send it to the condenser.
  • Page 23 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-8. Using the control panel Feature panel ■ 01 Display Displays the menu, settings, and other information. When the display is off, tap any button to wake up the display.
  • Page 24 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 01. Fridge / Power Cool Fridge You can set the fridge temperature from 34 ~ 44 °F (1~7 °C) or set the Power Cool function. The Power Cool function lowers the fridge temperature and speeds up the cooling process.
  • Page 25 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 03. FlexZone With the Flex Zone function, you can select an appropriate temperature for the food you have stored in the Flex Zone. The Flex Zone is located on the bottom right of the refrigerator. The Flex Zone function has the following five modes : Select Freeze to set the Flex Zone to the same temperature as the freezer.
  • Page 26 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 05. AutoFill Pitcher You can set the AutoFill Pitcher mode from one of the following modes. AutoFill Pitcher - On: Set to fill your water pitcher automatically. - Off: Set to turn off the function.
  • Page 27 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 08. Temp Unit Temp Unit You can set the temperature scale to Celsius or Fahrenheit. 09. Door Alarm Door Alarm You can turn on or off the Door Alarm. 10. UV Deodorizing Filter UV Deodorizing You can turn the UV Deodorizing Filter on or off.
  • Page 28 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 12. Peak Demand Peak Demand You can turn the Peak Demand function on or off. The Sabbath mode stays active for 85 hours once it is activated. After that, it will be deactivated automatically •...
  • Page 29 OS. ■ Samsung account You are required to register your Samsung account to use the app. If you don’t have a Samsung account, follow the app’s onscreen instructions to create a free Samsung account.
  • Page 30 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Category Items Description Fridge Temperature You can set and monitor the desired temperature of the fridge. Freezer Temperature You can set and monitor the desired temperature of the freezer. Power Cool You can turn Power Cool on or off, and check the current settings.
  • Page 31 4. Tap < or > to select On or Off, and then tap ○ to confirm. ■ MAC address check mode Register Samsung Smart Home appliances to the Samsung Smart Things server for remote access. To check the MAC address •...
  • Page 32 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ■ Using the Energy Management Function The Energy Management function enables you to control and monitor your Energy Management refrigerator using the SmartThings app for your convenience. NOTE: To use the Energy Management refrigerator functions, you have to install the corresponding app first.
  • Page 33 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-9. Using the Fridge Manager ( FAMILY HUB ) ■ Fridge Manager To access Fridge Manager, swipe the home screen to the left, and them tap the Fridge Manager widget.
  • Page 34 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Also displayed is the Ice Off(ice making off) indicator at the top, center. When the indicator displays Ice Off, the refrigerator’s ice maker is turned off. Turns the ice maker on and off. Tap and drag the button to turn or off. Note that if the...
  • Page 35 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 2-10. Optional Material Specification Photograph Part Name Part Code Amount FILTER WATER-ASSY DA63-08839B LED LAMP TOP DA96-01119A LED LAMP SIDE DA96-01119A LED LAMP FRE DA41-00519P LED LAMP CONV DA41-00519P...
  • Page 36 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization 3. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-1. Precautions ■ Required Tools Image Item (+) screw driver (-) screw driver Hexagon wrench (2 mm diameter) Long nose pliers Box wrench (12 mm) - To disassemble the compressor...
  • Page 37 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-2. Assy Top Table Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove 3 screw fixing Top Table Cover with the (+) screw driver and open. 2. Disconnect the housing connectors from the Assy Top Table.
  • Page 38 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-3. Fridge Door Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the 3 screws fixing the Top Table and separate the Top Table. ※ Refer to the previous explanation “Disassembly and Reassembly way for 3-2.”...
  • Page 39 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-4. Freezer Door Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Open the freezer compartment door and remove the screw fixing the hinge cover at the bottom with the (+) screw driver.
  • Page 40 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-5. Bespoke panel door - Fridge Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the 3 caps fixing the Cap Door. Bespoke Panel Door - Ref 2. Lift up the Bespoke Panel Door and disassemble it.
  • Page 41 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-6. Bespoke panel door - Freezer Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the 2 caps fixing the Cap Door. Bespoke Panel Door - Fre 2. Lift up the Bespoke Panel Door and disassemble it.
  • Page 42 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-7. Hinge Mid/ Low Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the 1 screw (③) with a (+) screw driver and remove the 2 bolts (①, ②) with a 4.95mm hexagonal wrench to separate...
  • Page 43 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-8. French Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove 2 screws fixing French with the (+) screw driver. 2. Lift the French upward perpendicularly to French separate it. (Refer to the figure) 3.
  • Page 44 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-9. Gasket door Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the ‘French’ before removing the ‘Gasket Door’ on the left side of the fridge. ※ Refer to the previous explanation “Disas- sembly and Reassembly way for 3-8.”...
  • Page 45 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-10. Internal Display Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the Inlay. 2. Push between RELECTOR and LINER with the (-) screw driver. ※ Insert the (-) screw driver vertically to the Internal end.
  • Page 46 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-11. Dispenser(BSC) Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Lift and remove the Guard at the top of the Dispenser. (BSC) 2. Remove the 2 screws fixing the Dis- penser cover.
  • Page 47 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-12. Auto fill Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Lift and remove Guards at the top and rihgt of the AUTO FILL. 2. Remove the 1 screws fixing the COVER.
  • Page 48 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 6. Remove right side and bottom side screws. Auto fill 7. Lift and remove THE CASE.
  • Page 49 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-13. Cover Deodorizer (RF71A*/RF87A* Exclusion) Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove a Cap screw and a screw. 2. Pull the Cover Deodorizer out forward. Do not pull the cover out down side.
  • Page 50 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-14. Fridge Internal Lamp Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture ※ The decomposition assembly structure of the 4 Case Lamp is the same. 1. Insert a flat head screwdriver following the arrow symbol on the back side of COVER LAMP and pull back the hook.
  • Page 51 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-15. Freezer Internal Lamp Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Insert the (-) screw driver into the hook at the back and pull the internal lamp cover forward to separate it.
  • Page 52 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-16. Shelf Fridge Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture Shelf Ref Up 1. Lift the shelf up slightly and pull it. 1. SHELF REF / QUICK SHELF Press in different directions to FIXER unlock.
  • Page 53 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-17. Vegetable Shelf Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Lift the shelf up slightly and pull it. Vegetable 2. Pick up the front of the shelf. Shelf 3.
  • Page 54 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-18. Assy Case Veg-Low Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Grab the bottom handle of the ASSY CASE VEG-LOW. Assy Case 2. Pull it up and pull it out.
  • Page 55 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-19. Assy Guide Side Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Disassemble the ASSY CASE VEG-LOW and check the side of the GUIDE SIDE. 2. Press the front side of the GUIDE SIDE to disassemble the hook.
  • Page 56 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-20. Assy Water Filter Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Turn the water filter count-clockwise. (Refer to the picture) 2. Remove the water filter by pulling it.
  • Page 57 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-21. Case Water Filter Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the water filter and all drawers and shelves. 2. Remove the Tube Fitting by pulling the wa- ter hose after pushing in the locking ring tab at the end of the Tube Fitting.
  • Page 58 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 6. Pull out the water hose(blue) from the tube fitting by pushing in on the locking ring. 7. Remove three fixer securing the water tubes.
  • Page 59 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-22. Non Pluming Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the water tank by pulling it for- ward. 2. Remove the water hose and the 2 screws.
  • Page 60 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-23. Angle Shelf Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. First remove the filter or BOX. Angle Shelf 2. Remove screw 2EA. 3. Pull the ANGLE upward to remove it.
  • Page 61 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-24. REF Evap Cover Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove Case Water Filter before disas- sembling REF Evap Cover. 2. Move disassembled W/Filter to left side of the rail.
  • Page 62 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture Fan/R-sensor1/ R-sensor2 6. Disconnect all wires from Cabinet housing. Motor Damper 7. Unscrew the 6 screws and disassemble the Rear Cover. Take care not to damage the Insula- tion.
  • Page 63 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-25. Ice Bucket Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Open the left freezer door. Ice Bucket 2. Pull the top slide shelf forward. 3. Lift the Ice bucket off the slide shelf and...
  • Page 64 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-26. Wine Rack & Shelf Slide Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture RACK 1. Lift the shelf up slightly and pull it. WINE 1. Pull the shelf forward.
  • Page 65 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-27. Assy Case Basket-Low Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Grab the bottom handle of the ASSY CASE BASKET-LOW. Assy Case Basket- 2. Pull it up and pull it out.
  • Page 66 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-28. Assy Ice Maker Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Release 2 fixed SCREW points. 2. Separate the HOUSING connected to the upper part. 3. (When the CUBE ICE is replaced) Press the motor fixing RIB and push the motor out.
  • Page 67 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture Assy Ice 6. When the glacier wire is removed, it is Maker completely separated.
  • Page 68 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-29. FRE EVAP Cover Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the 2 screws from both sides of the EVAP Cover. 2. Pull the cover out and turn right.
  • Page 69 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 5. Remove a fan motor. Do not touch Fan blades CAUTION 6. Remove the Insulation from Front Cover. FRE EVAP Cover (Freezer) [Temp-Sensor] 7.
  • Page 70 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-30. Fridge Evaporator Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove all the shelves and drawers. Refer Ref Evap Cover page 2. Pull the bottom part of the EVAP Cover for- ward to separate it.
  • Page 71 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-31. Freezer / Cool Select Room Evaporator Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove all the shelves and drawers and remove the 2 screws on each of the left and right sides of the EVAP Cover.
  • Page 72 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-32. Machine Compartment Motor Fan Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the 7 screws from the COMP Cover. 2. Separate the housing connector. 3. Remove the screw from the bottom part of the Motor Support Circuit Assy and pull the assy forward to separate it.
  • Page 73 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 6. Pull out Fan motor. Check that Hook of Fan motor is MOTOR assembled tightly on Tray drain water, When reassembling Fan CAUTION motor.
  • Page 74 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-33. Step Valve Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove the 7 screws from the COMP Cover. 2. Remove the screw and pull the Step Valve forward to separate it.
  • Page 75 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-34. Compressor Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove Step valve. Check Details on Step Valve page STEP 1~3. 2. Arrange Pipe and Pipe capillary to take out Compressor.
  • Page 76 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 7. Disassemble Relay from Compressor. COMP RESSOR 8. Reassemble Relay and Cover on Compres- sor. And you can hear ‘click’ when cover is correctly assemlbed.
  • Page 77 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-35. Main PCB and Inverter PCB Part name How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Pull the refrigerator forward to secure sufficient work space behind the refrig- erator. 2. Remove the 5 screws.
  • Page 78 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY 3-36. F-Hub LCD How To Do Descriptive Picture 1. Remove 6 screws, and release the latches to remove the Case Housing from the Assy Case Display. ※ Componets ① LCD PBA ②...
  • Page 79 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4. FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-1. Test mode (manual operating / manual defrosting function) 1) Manual operation function ① ① ② • Tap and hold < and > simultaneously for 6 seconds. Then, tap > to enter engineer mode.
  • Page 80 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 3) Forced defrosting function 3-1) If you press the > key again while the Force Run5 is running, Force Defrost is displayed on the Display, the Forced Operation (Force Run) is cancelled immediately and the Forced defrosting (Force Defrost) operation runs.
  • Page 81 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-2. Self Diagnostics function 1) Self-diagnostic function in the Initial power ON 1-1) Micom operates self-diagnostic function to check the temperature sensor condition within 1 second when the refrigerator turned On initially.
  • Page 82 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-3. Function for failure diagnosis ※ How to launch the Fridge Function Test Menu. Sequence Note ① Within 3 seconds, touch the "A" and "B" part as "A-B-A-B-A-B".
  • Page 83 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-3-1. Test mode (manual operation / manual defrost function) 1) Manual operation function (Force Run) Sequence Note ① Choose “Force Run”. ② To run compressor manually, press the force run button on the list.
  • Page 84 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 1-1) If manual operation is selected, compressor will run at once without 7 minutes delay in any mode. If the refrigerator is on the defrost cycle at the moment, defrost will be finished and manual operation will begin.(Be careful if manual...
  • Page 85 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 2) Manual defrost (Force Defrost) FORCE DEFROST(Fd) Forced Freezer compartment defrosting begins 3) Test cancel mode All test function will be canceled by click “TEST CANCLE” button on the top of the force test list.
  • Page 86 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-3-2. Self-diagnostic function 1) Self-diagnostic function in the Initial power ON 1-1) Micom operates self-diagnostic function to check the temperature sensor condition within 1 second when the refrigerator turned On initially.
  • Page 87 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-4. Self Diagnostics function ※ Detailed information about self-diagnostic error codes ※ Self-diagnosis CHECK LIST Part Trouble contents Diagnostic method Image The voltage between the Freezer Main PCB CN20pins 10 and...
  • Page 88 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS Part Trouble contents Diagnostic method Image The voltage between the Main External air PCB CN90 pins 3 and 2 should sensor be within the 4.1V~0.6V range. Flex Crisper...
  • Page 89 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS Part Trouble contents Diagnostic method Image Humidity errors are displayed when the humidity measured by the sensor is abnormal The voltage between the Main Humidity value. PCB CN90 pins 4 and 2 should...
  • Page 90 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS Part Trouble contents Diagnostic method Image Display error when open error is detected by Ice Pipe heater :separation The voltage between the Ice Pipe of Ice Pipe Heater hous-...
  • Page 91 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS Part Trouble contents Diagnostic method Image Actually, If there is not a prob- Main – Comp. Display 44C in the panel lem, it is desirable to replace Inverter : Comp.
  • Page 92 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS Part Trouble contents Diagnostic method Image The error code is displayed when Over flow sensor is detected Check voltage between the AutoFill In- water : separation of Main PCB CN60 pins 7 and 3...
  • Page 93 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS Part Trouble contents Diagnostic method Image Check if the compressor and The error code is dis- the Cycle is normal. Comp motor played when the com- Check the input voltage.
  • Page 94 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-5. Display function of Load condition ① ① ② 1) Tap and hold < and > simultaneously for 6 seconds. Then, tap > to enter engineer mode. 2) If you select Load Status in engineer mode, enter Load Status.
  • Page 95 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS ■ Load mode checklist Load Status ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ Part Display LED Description In the case of the R-FAN HIGHEST operation, the corresponding LED R-FAN HIGHEST ①...
  • Page 96 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS ■ Load mode checklist Load Status ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ Part Display LED Description Ice Water2 Solenoid ④ “d” If the Ice Water2 Solenoid valve opens, the LED is blinked.
  • Page 97 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-6. Cooling Off Mode setting function ① ② ① ① Tap and hold < and > simultaneously for 6 seconds. Then, tap ○ Cooling Off Mode will be started.
  • Page 98 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-7. Option setting function ① ① ② 1) Tap and hold < and > simultaneously for 6 seconds. Then, tap > to enter engineer mode. 2) If you select Service Option in engineer mode, enter Service Option.
  • Page 99 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 3) If Value compartment "4" is set as below Value compartment code after Item compartment "0 is set, standard temperature of freezer compartment will be lower than -2°C(-4℉).(Refer to the picture "changing the freezer compartment temperature")
  • Page 100 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 4-8. Option TABLE 1) Temperature changing table of Freezer compartment Set item Freezer Temp Shift Configured Value Temp. MODEL RF23* compensation ITEM VALUE Option 0.0℃(0℉) -0.5℃(-1℉) -1.0℃(-2℉) -1.5℃(-3℉) -2.0℃(-4℉)
  • Page 101 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 3) Cool Select/Flex Room Temperature Change Table Setting Item CV Compartment Temperature Offset VALUE Value of the Option display setting Model Common for all models 0.0℃ Location: ITEM Option -0.5℃...
  • Page 102 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 5) Amount of water supply to ‘cubed ice’ tray Set item Amount of Water Supply Setting value Reference ITEM Time of water Value VALUE Supply(sec) ex) If you want to change the amount of water supply time to ice tray to 5.6 sec.
  • Page 103 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 7) Time changing table of ‘Ice Bites’ ice maker dropping standby time Set item Ice Maker Standby Time Setting value Reference ITEM Value VALUE Stanby time(min) ex) I If you want to change the ice maker dropping standby time to 50minutes.
  • Page 104 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization FUNCTIONS FOR FAILURE DIAGNOSIS 9) Temperature changing table of ‘Ice Bites’ Ice Maker Dropping Temperature Ice Maker Dropping Setting value Set item Temperature Ice Maker Dropping Reference ITEM VALUE Temperature Value -10℃...
  • Page 105 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5. SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-1. Power Not Supplied Start Caution AC input power and high voltage of DC 310V or higher are generated at PCB power terminal.
  • Page 106 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-2. When the compressor does not work properly Caution AC input power and high voltage of DC 310V or higher When the LED of the Inverter PBA...
  • Page 107 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-3. LED blinking frequency depending on protecting functions If the Failure Condition is detected while the compressor is operating, stop the Compressor operating immediately and wait for 5 minutes. During these 5 minutes, the RPM command signal is not available. Even if the RPM command that orders the compressor to run is sent, the compressor does not work and keep standing by.
  • Page 108 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-4. When an error occurs in self diagnostic mode (in case of a sensor error) - A sensor error is displayed on the front display panel of the refrigerator. If a sensor error is detected when the power is supplied to the refrigerator for the first time, the sensor error message is displayed on the display panel and the refrigerator operates in emergency operating mode.
  • Page 109 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING - A sensor error is displayed on the front display panel of the refrigerator. If a sensor error is detected when the power is supplied to the refrigerator for the first time, the sensor error message is displayed on the display panel.
  • Page 110 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-5. When occur the cooling defect by a lot of frosting on the Fridge compartment Start (Cooling defect in the Fridge compartment) Dose the compressor of the fridge compartment...
  • Page 111 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-6. When the Fan does not operate (F, R, M, C - FAN) - This refrigerator uses the BLDC Fan Motor. The BLDC Motor operates with DC 7~12V.
  • Page 112 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-7. When the alarm is heard continuously (buzzer sound) ① If a ‘dingdong' sound is heard continuously or the ‘Refrigerator door is opened’ message is displayed Start The door is slightly open.
  • Page 113 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING ② If a ‘beep-beep’ sound is heard continuously, perform a Forced Operation. If a ‘ddiriririring’ sound is heard continuously, perform a Forced Defrosting operation. If the ‘dding dding dding’ sound is heard continuously, the buzzer sound is heard.
  • Page 114 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING ③ When there is no buzzer sound. The buzzer is attached to the Panel PBA in this model. If the buzzer does not sound when you press a key, run the Forced Operating operation or open the door, separate the Panel PBA and check if the buzzer is broken or improperly soldered.
  • Page 115 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-8. When the Panel PBA does not work properly ① When the Panel PBA is not turned on or only some of the lamps are turned on ※...
  • Page 116 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-9. When the inside light is not on Note 1. When the freezer door opens, the DOOR S/W contact is OPEN and the MICOM is applied 5V to detect OPEN. Then if 5V is detected for more than 2 minutes, the door open alarm occurs for 10 seconds every 1 minute.
  • Page 117 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-10. When the Wi-Fi does not work properly Is theWi-Fi module embedded connected? Assemble the module Is Wi-Fi enabled? Enable Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Easy Wi-Fi Easy Setup has been Setup has been implemented.
  • Page 118 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-11. When the LCD does not work properly Start SMPS SMPS connector is inserted properly. connector is inserted properly. (CN1, CN3) (CN1, CN3) Insert the connector properly or Repair any defective contact.
  • Page 119 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-12. When it does not respond to touch Start LCD PBA Touch connector is inserted properly.(CN1101) Insert the connector properly or Repair any defective contact. TSP FPCB connector is inserted properly.
  • Page 120 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-13. When the Wi-Fi does not work properly Start LCD PBA connector is inserted properly. (CN602,CN603) Insert the connector properly or Repair any defective contact Wi-Fi Module connector is inserted properly.
  • Page 121 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-14. When the BT does not work properly Start LCD PBA connector is inserted properly. (CN602,CN603) Insert the connector properly or Repair any defective contact. BT Module connector is inserted properly.
  • Page 122 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-15. When the microphone does not work properly Start LCD PBA connector is inserted properly. MIC PBA (CN1101) Insert the connector properly or Repair any defective contact MIC PBA connector is inserted properly.
  • Page 123 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-16. When the Camera does not work properly Start LCD PBA connector is inserted properly. (CN1104) Insert the connector properly or Repair any defective contact. The connector...
  • Page 124 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-17. Unable to defrost Start F-DEF Sensor is Normal (with self diagnosis) Replace the sensor. F-DEF Heater is normal. F-DEF-HEATER : READ resistanse between CN 85 #3 and CN70 #5...
  • Page 125 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-18. When ICE MAKER(#1 Cubed ice) does not operate (Option) 1. Water will be automatically supplied to the Ice Maker depending on temperature & time conditions, and ice will be produced to dispense.
  • Page 126 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING 5-19. When ICE MAKER(#2 ice bite) does not operate (Option) 1. Water will be automatically supplied to the Ice Maker depending on temperature & time conditions, and ice will be produced to dispense.
  • Page 127 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING ■ Voltage and resistance of the temperature sensor by temperature Rmin Rcent Rmax Rmin Rcent Rmax Rmin Rcent Rmax T(℉) T(℃) T(℉) T(℃) T(℉) T(℃) (㏀) (㏀) (㏀)
  • Page 128 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization SELF DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLE SHOOTING ■ Voltage DATA of the exterior temperature and humidity sensor - Exterior Temperature - Exterior Humidity Relative Relative Temp Vout Temp Vout Temp Vout Vout Vout Humidity Humidity 0.985...
  • Page 129 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PCB DIAGRAM 6. PCB DIAGRAM 6-1. Main Board, SMART GRID 1. EMI FILTER 2. SMPS Power Supply (DC 15V, 12V, 5V, GND) 3. Inverter Controlling circuit- COMP Driving and Feedback Circuit - BOOTSTRAP Charger : This is an independent power circuit for driving the IMP High...
  • Page 130 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PCB DIAGRAM 6-2. Connector Layout with part position - Main Board...
  • Page 131 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PCB DIAGRAM 6-3. Wi-Fi Module Shied CAN ANT1 CONNECTOR...
  • Page 132 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PCB DIAGRAM 6-4. LCD PBA Layout with part positions (LCD PBA) 1. CPU (S922x) – It controls performance of all loads 2. eMMC – Memory for operating CPU 3. DDR4 – Memory for operating CPU 4.
  • Page 133 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization PCB DIAGRAM 6-5. LCD PBA Connector Layout with part positions CAMERA, USB MIC, TOUCH, BACKLIGHT, SENSOR - CN1104 - CN1101 1. 5V 1. SENSOR 5V 2. USB_DN 2. GND 3. USB_DP 3. SENSOR 4.
  • Page 134 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization WIRING DIAGRAM 7. WIRING DIAGRAM 7-1. Dispenser Model ■ Family hub Model...
  • Page 135 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization WIRING DIAGRAM ■ Non Family hub Model...
  • Page 136 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization 8. BLOCK DIAGRAM 8-1. Basic Model ■ BSC + TWIN ICE MAKER...
  • Page 137 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization BLOCK DIAGRAM 8-2. LCD PBA block diagram...
  • Page 138 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION 9. REFERENCE INFORMATION 9-1. Glossary ■ About Inverter technology • This is a technology for ensuring efficiency that automatically controls the freezing and cooling performance depending on the various conditions including the surrounding temperature, the number of times the door is opened and the amount of stored food.
  • Page 139 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION Terminology Description LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. An LED is a semiconductor device that emits visible light when an electric current passes through it. This refers to the communication ports of the micom.
  • Page 140 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION 9-2. Model Numbering Convention Digit 3 / 4 10 / 11 13/14 Product Type Capacity Year Series Door/Dispenser Option Handle/Interior Option Energy Buyer code Model Code T-type Beverage Center (left) +...
  • Page 141 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION Feature1 Type Liter Year Series Feature2 (interior) Energy (exterior) Metal Metal Glass Foldable sterilization / Flexible Cooling Cooling Water & Ice Vegetable room Freezer Energy Cover(Duct) Shelf deodorization Storage Cover(Duct)
  • Page 142 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION ■ FDR Model Code (W/O Korea) INDIA Only Cabi Height Depth Capa Option Type/Capa/Year Series Door/Disp Handle/Interior Energy Buyer Code RF87A9770SG/TL ND + Twist I/M(Freezer 1ea) RF29A RF90A955387/TL ND + Autofill + Auto I/M(Freezer 2ea) RF29A Cu.ft...
  • Page 143 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION □ Door Panel Refrigerator Accessory Model Code Rule Digit Code Refrigerator Acc. Type Width Accessory Location Product Type Width Acc. Location RA- : Refrigerator Accessory F : FDR Width P : Door Panel...
  • Page 144 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION Panel Location Product Project SEA Marketing naming Parts code Type Finishing Image (Color naming for internal use) Upper Panel (Glam White) White Glass RA-F1DUU35/AA Panel ready Bottom Panel (Glam White)
  • Page 145 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION 9-3. Troubleshooting (Check the following before calling the service centre.) Symptom Troubleshooting - The sound may be heard when the refrigerant inside the refrigerator flows as a gas and a liquid.
  • Page 146 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION Symptom Troubleshooting - Since the separated freezer and fridge are bonded without a gap, it may I can't easily open the refrigerator difficult to open the door. door. - Check if the front of the refrigerator is higher than the back. If it is, adjust the level using the height adjustable legs of the refrigerator.
  • Page 147 This document cannot be used without Samsung's authorization REFERENCE INFORMATION Symptom Troubleshooting - If the fridge compartment temperature is set too low, adjust the temperature to an adequate level. - When the surrounding temperature is 5℃ or lower, the food stored in the The food in the fridge compart- fridge may freeze.
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