Error code reference

Samsung Refrigerator Error Code 05

Freezer defrost error - freezer defrost heater fails to reach off temperature within 90 minutes; possible heater housing fallout, contact failure, wire breakage, short-circuit, inferior heater, or defrost temp fuse failure.

SourceSamsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator - Full Service Manual (RS25/RS26 Series)p. 25

Diagnostic procedure

The full 05 procedure

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First diagnostic step
Check freezer heater housing, contact, wire breakage, short-circuit, heater, and defrost temp fuse.

SourceSamsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator - Full Service Manual (RS25/RS26 Series)p. 25

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37 manuals in the MyPros+ library document this code for Samsung refrigerator.

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