When choosing an air conditioner, consider safe technology, clean design, and even after-sales service. For this reason, many people choose Samsung air conditioners. Even if there is no problem during installation, various errors may occur while using it, but in some cases, it is surprisingly easy to solve. Samsung air conditioner error code meaning and solution.
How to read Samsung air conditioner error codes 삼성 에어컨 에러코드
Total 4 digits: E/C + 3 numbers
First, let’s look at how to find and read error codes. If there is a problem with your Samsung air conditioner, an error code will appear on the display in a way that three numbers flash along with the letter E or C. A total of 4 digit error codes are displayed blinking 2 each, so it is easy to misunderstand that the error code is 2 digits. However, the code is a total of four digits, so we have to think of all the blinking numbers together. For example, [E101] error code is divided into [E1] and [01] and blinks. 좋은뉴스
Samsung air conditioner error code check
Error Code Meaning Solution
CF filter cleaning required Once every 2 weeks, dust filter cleaning
CL AutoClean Product automatically turns off after dry cleaning
E101/E201/C101/C201 indoor/outdoor unit communication error code/remove and turn on the circuit breaker and connect the power again
E134/C134 shutter sensor inspection Engineer’s sensor inspection required
E154.C154 Inside fan at the top of the indoor unit Check code/Breaker Unplug and turn on and then reconnect power
E155/C155 Indoor Unit Stop Check Internal Fan
E145/C156 Inspection of the internal fan at the bottom of the indoor unit
E161/C161 mixed operation error Set all indoor units to the same operation status (cooling/heating)
E163/C163 Indoor unit option reset required Check and reset indoor unit option
E404/C404 Overload Protection Install a sunshade or spray water on the outdoor unit to lower the temperature.
E146/C416 outlet protection
E422/C422 Service valve clogged Check that the service valve is open and there are no leaks, and reconnect power.
E440/C440 Heating Outdoor temperature check Outdoor video over 30 degrees Heat function operation prohibited
E441/C441 Cooling outdoor temperature check Prohibition of operation of the cooling function when the outdoor temperature is below minus 5 degrees Celsius
E463/C463 OLP Protection Install a sunshade or spray water on the outdoor unit to cool it down.
E465/C465 overload protection
E551/C551 Automatically disappears after defrosting the outdoor unit during defrosting operation
E554/C554 Inspection of refrigerant amount Inspection of piping connection status, leakage, and refrigerant amount
E574/C574 Refrigerant Leak Check
In fact, error codes that can appear on Samsung air conditioners, their meanings, and solutions are also provided. A CF code indicates that the filter needs cleaning, so it will disappear when a new or cleaned filter is installed. Some codes, such as CL and E/C551 codes, disappear automatically if you wait without additional setting.
Communication status error codes such as E101 and C101 often occur. Check if the communication line is connected without problems, turn off the power, lower the breaker, wait for about 1 minute, raise the breaker, and turn on the power. E/C154, E/C155, E/C156, E/C425 codes can be solved in the same way.
If you have a Samsung air conditioner that has both heating and cooling functions, the error code E/C161 may be displayed due to the heating and cooling status. If multiple indoor units are connected to one outdoor unit, all connected indoor units must operate in the same mode. All heating, all cooling, and so on. For E/C440, E/C 441, it appears when heating or cooling is turned on when the outside temperature is already sufficiently hot or cold. The error code disappears when the operation status is changed.
There are also error codes that require you to check the condition of the outdoor unit. If E/C404 or E/C416 is displayed, the outdoor unit is receiving excessive heat, so reduce overheating by covering the area or spraying water around it. Conversely, the E/C551 code is due to frost on the outdoor unit and disappears after automatic operation. If the error continues, remove the water or ice on the outdoor unit yourself.
How to reset samsung air conditioner
Unplug the power cord, turn off the circuit breaker, and operate it again after 1 minute
Simultaneously press [OK]+[Wind ▽] or [No Wind]+[Dehumidify/Clean] buttons on the remote control
The first thing you can try at home when an error code occurs is to reset the device. The way to reset the air conditioner is to unplug the power plug from the outlet, lower the earth leakage breaker, wait about 1 minute, raise the breaker, and connect the power. Simple problems can be easily solved in this way.
For models from 2011 or later, you can also reset the settings with the remote control. Press and hold the air conditioner’s check button and fan speed down button for more than 5 seconds at the same time, or press and hold the no wind button and the clean or dehumidify button. Depending on the model name, the detailed operation method may differ slightly. For more information, please check the [Self-solve] menu of Samsung Electronics Service or the manual for each product.
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Samsung air conditioner error code check
Of course, not all problems can be solved by resetting the product, and depending on the cause, there are parts that must be solved by a professional engineer. If it is difficult to solve, please contact the customer center to ask for advice on how to solve it yourself, or request a business trip service to handle it safely.