Ice Room Frost SB TTI Revised AB 5.20.19 20190604

Service Bulletin
Title French Door Direct Cool Ice Maker Frozen
Create Date 2017.05.24 Service Bulletin Number ASC20170602002
Revision Date 2019.04.16 Model: Listed Below 2014 - 2018 Production Units
Symptom No ice Frozen Ice Room Ice Bucket Stuck with Frost
Models:
RF22K9381*,RF22K95*,RF22KRED,RF22M95*,RF22NP**,RF23J9011,RF23M8070,RF23M8090,RF23M8960,
RF23M8570,RF23M8590,RF23HCED,RF23HTED,RF24FSED,RF25HMED,RF26J7500,RF28HDED,RF28HFED,RF28HMED,R
F28JBED,RF28K9070,RF28K9380,RF28K9580,RF28M9580,RF28N9780,RF28HDEDP,RF28HFEDT,RF28NHED,RF263BEA
EB,RF263TEAES,RF265BEAE,RF30KMEDB
Important: Service bulletins are published for informational purposes only and are intended for use only by personnel qualified
for the specific tasks depicted. The information contained in this service bulletin does not expand or otherwise alter Samsung’s
standard limited warranty applicable to the product. This information is published for experienced repair technicians only and is
not intended for use by the public. It does not contain warnings to advise non-technical individuals of possible dangers in
attempting to service a product. Only experienced professional technicians should repair products powered by electricity. Any
attempt to service or repair the product or products dealt with in this service bulletin by anyone else could result in serious injury
or death. Information provided in this document is subject to change or update without notice.
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide servicers with instruction on how to resolve the direct cool ice maker frozen
symptom with the Ice Maker Service Kit (IM SVC Kit). The IM SVC Kit comes with an Ice Maker, Y Clip Kit, Auger Drain,
Zip Tie, and Main PCB. The IM SVC Kit for the specific model and serial being serviced needs to be ordered.
NOTE: DO NOT order and replace the entire Auger Motor Assembly unless a true defect or failure is confirmed
Part information is on page 13 of this bulletin.
NOTE:
• Failure to properly follow ALL steps can result in failed repair and return visit to the consumer. Please
adhere to all steps as they are written and do not skip any steps or improvise any other solutions.
• Some steps indicate a part must be replaced (all parts are included in the IM SVC KIT) while other steps
require the servicer to inspect and replace or apply if needed.
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Service Bulletin
Service Preparation
1. Place Unit into Self Diagnostic mode to identify known fault codes.
2.
Place the unit into forced defrost mode. This will loosen the ice and warm up the cooling loop in preparation for
removal of the ice maker. While unit is in forced defrost mode, move on to the next steps.
3. Remove the ice bucket. If the ice bucket cannot be removed, use your steamer to loosen
the ice bucket.
NOTE:
Do not use a heat gun or hair dryer to defrost the ice room.
This may cause the plastic liner to melt creating permanent
damage.
Do not have the customer unplug the unit for 24 hours to

remove ice. This is not effective enough to remove all ice
from the ice room. Failure to remove all ice will result in a
return visit.
Service Bulletin
1 Service Steps – All Steps Must Be Followed
a. Remove the ice bucket from the Ice Room.
b. Check for cracks or fractures in the ice bucket.
c. Check the gasket around the edge of the bucket making sure it is not
ripped, cracked, rolled, or has become too rigid, preventing a proper
seal.
Add some water to the ice

route for leakage testing.
Inspect the ice route flapper. Ensure the rubber is still soft and pliable, has no tears or rips, and that the flapper is in
the fully closed position when out. Also inspect the ice dispensing opening for cleanliness. If build up has occurred,
wipe clean before reinstalling the ice route assembly.
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Service Bulletin
Remove the unit from force defrost mode and then unplug the unit. This will prevent the cooling loop from
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frosting up during service and prepare the unit for additional service steps.
ALL ALL ice from the ice room and auger area using a STEAMER.
You MUST remove
4 Disassemble the ice maker (See pictures below)

a. Remove the left screw, and then open the harness cover.
b. Disconnect the ice maker cable.
c. Locate the Duct left hook (C1). Unlock the drain duct by removing the upper right screw (C2).
d. Unlock the left hook, and then open the drain duct.
e. Unlock the upper hook, and then pull out the ice maker from the opening of the drain duct.
A B
C2
D E
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Service Bulletin
5 Check for Icing Symptoms in the Ice Room
a. Check for traces of water spray in the upper ice room

area.
b. Check for ice in the air flow path (L-Duct).
c. Check for ice in the drain pipe of the auger motor.
d. Check for ice on the ice room bottom.
Continue steaming the unit to remove all traces of ice and frost to allow for the
safe removal of the auger motor assembly. Failure to remove all ice traces will
result in a possible repeat visit to the customer.
6 Disassemble the Auger Motor

a. Disconnect the cable of the auger motor.
b. Push the bottom hook.
c. Remove the auger motor.
a
b
c
Illustration above: Auger motor
removed. Bottom Hook highlighted.
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Service Bulletin
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Inspect the air channel above the auger assembly and remove all traces of ice from this area. Failure to do so will
create new ice build up there and on the floor, side walls, and rear.
NOTE: It is very important to

remove all accumulated ice
anywhere in the ice room and auger.
Don’t miss any. Failure to remove all
ice can result in a return visit.
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Service Bulletin
8 With the auger motor assembly removed, inspect the drain of the ice room. Place your finger into the drain
area to feel for any foam remnants or ice blockage, etc. Remove any and all found materials.
If ice is found, use a steamer to remove and ensure you have flow from the ice room to the drip pan
in the rear. Drains must always remain open.
NOTE: Once you have confirmed all ice has been removed from the
entire ice room area, towel the whole ice room dry including the
cooling loop, side walls, floor, and ceiling of the ice room.
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Service Bulletin
09 Disassemble the auger drain (DA97-19898A) and replace with drain component from your IM SVC Kit.
NOTE: Do not order an entire auger assembly unless you find a defect such as a
damaged fan or motor or physical damage.
1. Remove the screw on the side of the drain line. 2. Cut and remove the zip tie. 3. Disassemble the Molex.
4. Remove the wire 5. Check the improve part: 6. Insert zip tie into hole. 7. Assemble drain line. 8. Insert and tighten
from the auger motor. Heater tape to the top of the screw.
- Remove drain line. assembly and changed drain
hole shape.
9. Secure zip tie while 10. Cut the rest of the cable 11. Connect the wire securely, 12. Check the final assembly.
holding the wire out of tie and then rotate the tie. and then push it into the
the way. housing.
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Service Bulletin
10 Check for any particles in the fill tube using a mirror. Remove all particles.
Check the gap between the water line outlet and the fill tube to prevent water spray.
If the gap between the water line outlet and the fill tube is less than 10mm, adjust the insertion length of the
water line in the cabinet rear.
Sealing the ice room with RTV sealant. Seal any gaps that you find in the ice room sides and floor. If no
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gaps exist, omit this step.
NOTE: Only use Samsung provided RTV sealant. No substitutions or other products are authorized
for use in this repair step.
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Service Bulletin
12 Re-install the auger motor assembly ensuring it is installed fully to the rear and locked into place with the
lock tab. Reconnect the auger motor wire harness to the connection point on the left wall making sure to
route the wiring properly.
13 Remove the white plastic retainer around the cooling loop, install the new retainer, and then attach the Y-Clip
(DA82-02367A) to the bottom of the cooling loop. Ensure that there is no gap between the clip and the rear
wall retainer clip. The Y Clip and retainer come with your IM SVC Kit.
Install the Y–Clips pointing straight down. They must not be crooked or sideways. If they are, water
will pool up on the surface and freeze.
14 Reassemble the ice maker
a. Insert the ice maker into the opening of the drain duct. Lock the upper hook with 'click' sound.
b. Lock the left hook with 'click' sound to close the drain duct.
c. Insert and tighten the upper right screw to lock the drain duct.
d. Connect the ice maker cable.
e. Close the harness cover, and then screw in and tighten the left screw.
See the next page for illustrations.

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Service Bulletin
NOTE: Install the ice maker assembly that was provided in the Ice
Maker Service Kit even if the unit had the newer type ice maker
previously installed.
15 Install the new MAIN PCB included in your IM SVC Kit.
While the unit is still unplugged, remove all wire connections from the Main PCB.
WARNING: Connecting or disconnecting wire connections from a electrical board should only be
done with power off to prevent damage to the PCB. water drops, spay, or functional errors.
Once all wire connections are removed, remove and replace the Main PCB, and then re-install all
connectors securely.
Plug the unit back in to restore power, and then move on to operational checks.
Important Note: Whenever a Main PCB is replaced, please check and set the
temperature settings for all compartments to the same settings the customer
originally selected.
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Service Bulletin
Operational Checks before Service Completion
Re-install the Ice Bucket.
To complete the repair, place the unit into Self Diagnosis mode to ensure the unit has no
other error codes and is operating as it should.
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Service Bulletin
Parts Listing – Counter Depth Models - IM Service Kit
MODEL RF22KREDB**
Production Range (8th&9th Digit of Serial Number) Parts Needed
DA97-13718C, DA97-19898A,
Production up to 7/2016 (H7)
DA82-02367A and Main PCB (See GSPN for correct PCB Version)
Production Range 8/2016 to 12/2018 (H8 to KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02671A
None
Production 1/2019 (M1) and newer
Please diagnose and troubleshoot
MODEL RF22N9781**
Production up to 12/2018 (KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02655A
None
MODEL RF23HCEDB**
DA97-13718C, DA97-19898A ,
Production Range 5/2016 to 12/2018 (H5 -KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02698A
None
MODEL RF23HTEDB**
DA97-13718C, DA97-19898A,
Production Range 5/2016 to 12/2018 (H5 -KC) IM SVC KIT -DA82-02699A
None
MODEL RF23J9011**
DA97-13718C, DA97-19898A,
Production up to serial 12/2017 (JC)
Production Range 1/2018 -12/2018 (K1 –KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02642A
None
MODEL RF24FSEDB**
DA97-13718C, DA97-19898A,
Production up to serial 7/2016 (H7)
Production Range 8/2016 to 12/2018 (H8-KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02668A
None

Service Bulletin
Parts Listing – Counter Depth Models Continued - IM Service Kit
MODEL RF22K9381**
Production Range (8th&9th Digit of Serial Parts Needed
None
Please diagnose and Troubleshoot
MODEL RF22K9581** / RF22M9581**

None
MODEL RF22NPEDB**
None
MODEL RF23M8070**/ RF23M8090**/RF23M8960**

None
MODEL RF23M8570** / RF23M8590**

None
Notice : Please order the respective parts that match the serial
number range of the unit requiring service.
Failure to follow the parts direction listed in this document can

create a new or separate service issue.
Service Bulletin
Parts Listing – Full Size Units - IM Service Kit
MODEL RF25HMEDB**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
Production Range 7/2016 to 12/2018 (H7 - KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02695A
None
MODEL RF26J7500**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
Production Range 7/2016 to 12/2018 (H7 - KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02701A
None
MODEL RF263BEAE**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
Production up to 6/2015 (G6)
Production Range 7/2015 to 12/2018 (G7-KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02697A
None
MODEL RF263TEAE**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
Production up to 5/2015 (G5)
Production Range 6/2015 to 12/2018 (G6-KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02714A
None
MODEL RF265BEAE**
Production up to 12/2018 (KC) IM SVC KIT -DA82-02696A
None
MODEL RF28JBEDB**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
Production Range 2/2016 to 12/2018) (H2 - KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02675A
None

Service Bulletin
Parts Listing – Full Size Units Continued - IM Service Kit
MODEL RF28HDEDB**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
None
MODEL RF28HDEDP**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
DA82-02367A and Main PCB ( See GSPN for correct PCB Version)
None
MODEL RF28HFEDB**

DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
None
MODEL RF28HFEDT**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
None
MODEL RF28HMEDB**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
Production up to 12/2015 (GC)
None

Service Bulletin
Parts Listing – Full Size Units Continued - IM Service Kit
MODEL RF28HDEDT**
DA97-15217D, DA97-19898A
All Production Range
None
Model RF28K9070**
None
MODEL RF28K9380**
None
RF28K9580**
MODEL
RF28M9580**

None
MODEL RF28N9780**
None
MODEL RF28NHEDB**
None
MODEL RF30KMEDB**
Production up to KC (12/2018) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02670A
None

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Service Bulletin

Title French Door Direct Cool Ice Maker Frozen

Create Date 2017.05.24 Service Bulletin Number ASC20170602002

Part information is on page 13 of this bulletin.

Copyright Samsung 2019. All rights reserved. 1

Do not have the customer unplug the unit for 24 hours to

Add some water to the ice

4 Disassemble the ice maker (See pictures below)

a. Check for traces of water spray in the upper ice room

6 Disassemble the Auger Motor

NOTE: It is very important to

14 Reassemble the ice maker

See the next page for illustrations.

15 Install the new MAIN PCB included in your IM SVC Kit.

Re-install the Ice Bucket.

Production Range 8/2016 to 12/2018 (H8 to KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02671A

Copyright Samsung 2019. All rights reserved. 13

Production up to 12/2018 (KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02645A

MODEL RF22K9581** / RF22M9581**

MODEL RF23M8070**/ RF23M8090**/RF23M8960**

MODEL RF23M8570** / RF23M8590**

Production up to 12/2018 (KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02640A

Failure to follow the parts direction listed in this document can

Copyright Samsung 2019. All rights reserved. 15

Production Range (8th&9th Digit of Serial Number) Parts Needed

Copyright Samsung 2019. All rights reserved. 16

Production up to 12/2018 (KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02653A

Production up to 12/2018 (KC) IM SVC KIT - DA82-02707A

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