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Samsung Refrigerator Error Code 85C: Meaning and Fix

85C
How 85C appears on a Samsung refrigerator display.
Samsung Refrigerator Main Control Board Assembly (part DA92-00233D), shown as the reference photo for code 85C
Product photo via AppliancePartsPros.com (Samsung OEM part)

Reading the refrigerator display

On a refrigerator the code shows on the control panel or dispenser display. Some models flash a letter or alternate two characters; hold the code in view and note both. Samsung codes combine a digit with a letter, and some alternate with the cycle time.

Samsung displays numeric-plus-letter codes such as 4C, 5E or 21E, and many models run a Smart Care self-check through the app. Washers and dryers often use letter pairs, refrigerators use number plus E. The codes apply to model numbers such as DW80R5061US, DW80K7050US and DV45T6000EW; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.

What causes 85C

How to fix it

  1. Press OK on the display to acknowledge it.
  2. Confirm the refrigerator is cooling normally.
  3. Check the outlet is not overloaded.
  4. Use a surge protector if power is flaky.

Parts you may need

PartPart no.Buy
Refrigerator Control Panel Display AssemblyDA41-00235BFind part

Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Some links are affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Questions

Is 85C harmless?

Yes, according to Samsung it can be cleared by pressing OK.

Will it come back?

Only if the power dips again.

Should I worry about food?

Not unless the unit stayed off for hours.

Other Samsung refrigerator codes

Samsung Refrigerator Evaporator Fan Motor (part DA31-00146E), shown as the reference photo for code 21E21EEvaporator fan feedback errorSamsung Refrigerator Fan Motor (part DA31-00146B), shown as the reference photo for code 22E22EFridge fan errorSamsung Refrigerator Defrost Thermostat (part DA47-00243K), shown as the reference photo for code 5E5EDefrost sensor errorSamsung Refrigerator Ice Maker Assembly (part DA97-15217D), shown as the reference photo for code 8E8EIce maker (freezer) sensor errorSamsung Refrigerator Ice Maker Assembly (part DA97-07603B), shown as the reference photo for code 14E14EIce maker sensor errorSamsung Refrigerator Ice Maker Assembly (part DA97-15217D), shown as the reference photo for code 33E33EIce pipe heater error

Sources

Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Meanings compiled from manufacturer and parts-retailer documentation; see sources below. Unplug the appliance before opening it.

Applies to models including RF28R7551SR, RF28R6201SR, RF23J9011SR, RS27T5200SR, RF263BEAESR, RT18M6215SR.