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22E

Fridge fan fault

22E indicates an issue with the refrigerator fan, commonly because the fan is frozen or jammed.

What this code means

22E indicates an issue with the refrigerator fan, commonly because the fan is frozen or jammed.

Possible causes

  • Fan frozen by ice
  • Fan mechanically jammed
  • Airflow restricted by overfilling

Common symptoms

  • 22E displayed
  • Fridge may not cool correctly
  • Fan may not run normally

Checks to make

  1. Unplug the refrigerator
  2. Allow it to defrost with the doors open
  3. Make sure stored items are not preventing the doors from closing correctly
  4. Restart after defrosting

Safety

  • Disconnect the refrigerator from the mains before attempting defrosting or checking accessible fan areas.

Model notes

Samsung also lists 21E and 22C in the same fridge-fan fault group on supported models.