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Viking Refrigerator Error Code 3 Flashes

Inverter failure: compressor/inverter cable interrupted (open circuit), inverter damaged, or compressor winding open circuit; compressor is OFF.

SourceViking Bottom-Mount Refrigerator - Service Manual: 536 Seriesp. 33

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Diagnostic procedure

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First diagnostic step

Check inverter/compressor cable connection. Check compressor winding resistances among 3 terminal hermetic pins. If resistance is within spec and inverter/compressor cable is OK, replace inverter.

SourceViking Bottom-Mount Refrigerator - Service Manual: 536 Seriesp. 33

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