Samsung Refrigerator Error Code AP: Meaning and Fix

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 AP
- Pairing started on purpose
- Buttons held by accident
- Setup left unfinished
How to fix it
- Finish the pairing in the SmartThings app.
- Or wait for the code to time out.
- Power cycle the refrigerator if it stays.
- Restart pairing following your manual.
Parts you may need
| Part | Part no. | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator Control Panel Display Assembly | DA41-00235B | Find part |
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Questions
Is AP a fault?
No.
How long does it last?
Until setup finishes or it times out.
Does it affect cooling?
No.
Other Samsung refrigerator codes
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.





