How to Fix Samsung Refrigerator Error 9

⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.

Error Code: Refrigerator Difficulty: Hard

Problem: Flash code 9: EEPROM/memory error (non-display models); identical failure mode to 98E code

⚖️ Repair Decision
⚠️ CHECK WARRANTY / AGE

$100 – $250 Range

How to Fix Refrigerator Error

  1. Unplug refrigerator from electrical power for 15 minutes to attempt deep memory reset.
  2. Restore power and observe if error clears during startup sequence.
  3. If persistent, remove rear access panel to expose main control board.
  4. Inspect board thoroughly for burnt components, bulging capacitors, or charred traces near memory chips.
  5. Check all board mounting screws and ground connections for tightness and corrosion.
  6. Reseat all wiring harness connectors on main board. Clean pins with contact cleaner.
  7. If visual inspection shows damage or error remains after reset: replace main control board using OEM part DA92-00127A.
  8. Transfer all connectors to new board one-by-one. Secure mounting screws to 4 in-lbs torque.
  9. Restore power. Enter service mode per model instructions to initialize board memory and clear error history.
  10. Run full system diagnostic to verify all functions operate correctly and error is permanently cleared.

Recommended Replacement Part

OEM Part #: DA92-00127A

Estimated Market Price: $155

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Still Not Working?

If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

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Expert: Mike Sullivan

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