Error code reference

Samsung Refrigerator Error Code 61

Ice duct heater error - resistance between CN75-2 and CN75-5 should be 63(230) ohm ±7%; 0 ohm indicates heater short, infinity indicates wire/bimetal open.

SourceSamsung RF23M85 French Door Refrigerator - Service Manualp. 103

Diagnostic procedure

The full 61 procedure

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First diagnostic step
Separate MAIN PCB CN75 wire and measure resistance between CN75-2 and CN75-5 (must power off).

SourceSamsung RF23M85 French Door Refrigerator - Service Manualp. 103

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