2

Per the suggestion to the question Samsung RF266 refrigerator not cooling - Fan making noise I completely defrosted the refrigerator. The issue went away for a few days, but re-surfaced again. So I decided to disassemble to refrigerator understand the root cause of the problem. Yes there is Ice build up. Here are some images.

Ice Buildup Image 1

As you see in the image below. There is a good amount of ice buildup.

enter image description here

What are any suggestion to try fixing the issue? How can one test to verify if the fan is still working.

Improve this question
3
  • Can you operate the fridge with the covers off after the ice melts? It should be apparent if the fan is working or slipping on the shaft.
    – JPhi1618
    Oct 30 '17 at 15:55
  • @JPhi1618, what I observed is when the door is open the fan stops. I know this because when the ice was present the fan noise is present (doors closed) and when the door is opened the fan stops. Do you know how I can force the fan to operate when the door is open?
    – user8055
    Oct 30 '17 at 16:07
  • If there is not a lever on the door that pushes a physical switch, there is a magnetic reed switch in the door frame somewhere. A magnet in the right location would make it think the door was closed (you might have to flip the magnet - north/south could make a difference).
    – JPhi1618
    Oct 30 '17 at 16:09
1

Had same issue with my Samsung refrigerator for a while was defrosting the fridge to work but was lucky to find repair kit for this issue and now not icing anymore for over 4 months now so decided upload my recommendation here. please use link to view the lifesaver kit :)

Samsung Refrigerator Defrost Booster Kit -Ice Buildup, Noises and cooling issues repair kit, Samsung ice buildup repair kit

good luck guys

Improve this answer
1
  • Do you have pictures of your installation? Look modifications to heater design.
    – user8055
    May 18 '21 at 13:18

Your Answer

By clicking “Post Your Answer”, you agree to our terms of service, privacy policy and cookie policy

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.