Samsung Refrigerator: not cooling
⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not cooling: Defrosted the appliance and cleared a clogged drain line that was causing ice buildup. (60.0% DIY success rate)
Common Causes
- Compressor failure (5 mentions)
- Evaporator fan issues (4 mentions)
- Sealed system issues (3 mentions)
- Control board malfunction (3 mentions)
- Blocked airflow due to ice buildup (3 mentions)
Top Solutions
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Defrosted the appliance and cleared a clogged drain line that was causing ice buildup.
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Replaced the condenser fan, which resolved the cooling issue.
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Power-cycled and reset control panel; confirmed demo mode can be exited by pressing buttons.
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Vacuumed coils and checked freezer gasket for gaps.
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Replaced the whole evaporator cover with the fan.
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Community Discussions
not fully cooling
Samsung refunded the full replacement value due to the fridge being unrepairable.
no longer cooling down
Replaced the Inverter Board
refrigerator side no longer cools
Defrost the ice buildup on the evaporator.
Fridge shuts off when reaches a certain degree
Replaced the thermal sensor in the freezer, which resolved the issue.
blinking temp light, not cooling, loud noise
Compressor is shot; needs replacement.
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