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Samsung Refrigerator Error Code 86E: Meaning and Fix

86E
How 86E appears on a Samsung refrigerator display.
Samsung Refrigerator Main Control Board Assembly (part DA92-00233D), shown as the reference photo for code 86E
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 86E

How to fix it

  1. Unplug the refrigerator or switch off its breaker for 60 seconds.
  2. Restore power and let the self-check finish.
  3. Plug in a surge protector rated for appliances.
  4. If surges are frequent, ask an electrician to check the supply.
  5. Replace the main board if the code keeps appearing on stable power.

Parts you may need

PartPart no.Buy
Refrigerator Main Control Board AssemblyDA92-00233DFind part

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Questions

Can surges damage the compressor?

They can, which is why repeated 86E needs attention.

Will resetting help?

Yes after a single event.

What protection works?

A whole-home or point-of-use surge protector.

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.