Samsung Refrigerator: not defrosting

Based on 4 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not defrosting: Access engineer mode to defrost ice maker (75.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Faulty defrost timer or heater (1 mentions)
  • Need to access engineer mode for defrosting (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Access engineer mode to defrost ice maker

    Success rate: 25.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  2. Replace bi-metal, defrost sensor, and install water leakage kit

    Success rate: 25.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

75.0% DIY Success Rate

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Analysis based on 2 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

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Community Discussions

Need to get into engineer mode to defrost ice maker

The password for engineer mode is reported as tizenreflcd1! or 1122.

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faulty defrost timer or heater

Replace bi-metal, defrost sensor, and install water leakage kit.

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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