Model reference

Samsung RM257ABRS/XAA-0000

Name: Samsung RM257ABRS/XAA-0000
Brand: Samsung

Refrigerator

1 document27 error codes3 service modes

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C-FAN ERROR on my Samsung RM257ABRS/XAA-0000

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Condenser Fan is not spinning at the

From Service Manual 653827, p.39:

1.Access service mode to confirm the active fault code and read stored error history.

2.Measure drive motor winding resistance. Expected: 2 to 6 ohms between winding pairs.

3.Rotate the drum by hand. Inspect the belt and pulley for glaze or wear.

Part DC31-00055D

Drive motor

Error codes (27)

CodeMeaning

C-FAN ERRORCondenser Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback line is…CF-DEFROSTING ERRORCF Compartment defrosting heater CF-FAN ERRORCF Compartment Evap Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback…CF-SENSORCF Room Sensor Error COOL SELECT ZONE SENSORCool Select Zone Sensor Error CR-DEFROSTING ERRORCR Compartment defrosting heater CR-FAN ERRORCR Compartment Evap Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback…CR-SENSORCR Room Sensor Error DEFROST SENSOR CR ROOMCR Room Defrost Sensor Error DEFROST SENSOR OF CF ROOMCF Room Defrost Sensor Error DEFROST SENSOR OF R ROOMRefrigerator Defrost Sensor Error EXT-SENSORAmbient Temp. Sensor Error F-DEF-SENSORFreezer Room Defrost Sensor Error F-DEFROSTING ERRORFreezer defrosting heater F-FAN ERRORFreezer Evap Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback line is…F-SENSORFreezer Compartment Sensor Error I/M FUNCTION ERRORIce tray has not returned to level after an ice harvest; error displayed after…I/M-SENSORIce Maker Sensor Error ICE PIPE HEATER ERRORIce maker fill pipe heater is open or shorted.L?M ERROR COMMUNICATIONCommunication error within the Main PCB.P?M ERROR COMMUNICATIONCommunication error between the Main PCB and Keypad.PANTRY-DAMPER-HEATER ERRORSensor system in Pantry Room errors.R-DEFROSTING ERRORRefrigerator Room defrost heater R-FAN ERRORRefrigerator Evap Fan is not spinning at the correct RPM or the fan feedback…R-SENSORRefrigerator Room Sensor Error Uart ERROR COMMUNICATIONNot applicable; if detected during diagnostic testing, ignore it.WATER TANK HEATER ERRORWater reservoir tank heater is open or shorted.

Service modes (3)

Forced Mode (Forced Operation Test)Press both Freezer and Fresh Select Zone buttons simultaneously (no sound when both pressed). Hold…
Sales ModePress Freezer and Arctic Select Zone buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds (you will hear a 'Ding…
Self DiagnosisPress both Freezer and Fridge buttons simultaneously (no sound when both pressed)

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