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Bosch Refrigerator Error Code F16

Evaporator temperature in the freezer compartment did not drop by 1K within 5 minutes (only registered if evaporator temp is warmer than -6°C and fan does not run at all or longer than 5 min).

SourceBosch Refrigerator - Service Manual: IK 300/302 Series

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Check shut-off valve, compressor operation, evaporator sensor, and refrigerant circuit.

SourceBosch Refrigerator - Service Manual: IK 300/302 Series

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