REFRIGERATOR

SERVICE MANUAL
CAUTION:
PLEASE READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OF THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE REPAIRING OR OPERATING THE REFRIGERATOR.

MODELS:

LTNC11121V
CONTENTS
SAFETY AND SERVICE PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 3

1. SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................. 5

2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION.............................................................................................................................................. 6

3. DISASSEMBLY..................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Removing the Freezer Door............................................................................................................................................. 7
3.2 Removing Refrigerator Door............................................................................................................................................ 7
3.3 Switch.............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
3.4 Fan & Fan Motor ............................................................................................................................................................. 7
3.5 Refrigerator Lamp ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.6 Control Panel Disassembly ............................................................................................................................................. 8
3.7 PCB Disassembly ........................................................................................................................................................... 8

4. ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................................................................... 9

5. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM.............................................................................................................................................................. 11

6.TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................................................... 12
6.1 Compressor activation defect ......................................................................................................................................... 12
6.2 Compressor service manual ........................................................................................................................................... 13
6.3 Simple verification order ................................................................................................................................................. 13
6.4 Actions for each number of LED blinking ........................................................................................................................ 14
6.5 Actions for LED blinking and activation current .............................................................................................................. 14
6.6 Activation current and LED blinking 6 times ................................................................................................................... 15
6.7 LED is blinking 7 times.................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.8 Check compressor and harness ..................................................................................................................................... 17
6.9 Another electric components .......................................................................................................................................... 18
6.10 Problem Diagnosis Chart .............................................................................................................................................. 19
6.11 Refrigeration Cycle ....................................................................................................................................................... 20

7. COMPRESSOR .................................................................................................................................................................... 21

8. DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTION OF ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT ........................................................................................... 22

9. ERRORS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 27

10. EXPLODED VIEW .............................................................................................................................................................. 52

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SAFETY AND SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
It's necessary to realize the welding process with the opened
Please read before start your service refrigerator: valve to allow the freely output of gasses from oil.

1. Disconnect your refrigerator before starting the service Use a female connector to join the new tube extension and
in order to prevent electric discharge the Hansen connector with the vacuum pump (see Figure #3).
2. Check visually there's not a gas leakage or short circuit
in the refrigerator.
3. In case of realize tests with the connected refrigerator,
use rubber gloves to prevent any accident.
4. If you use any appliance, verify voltage and capacity
regularly.
5. Don't touch metallic parts with humid hands, they could Vacuum

be adhered. pump

6. Make sure there's no water drain to electric or metallic

parts Pressure
7. When the freezer door is open and you're checking the gauge

low part, be careful when you lift your head, you could get
hurt.
8. Remove all the glasses, metal or other freely parts when
you tilt the refrigerator. Figure # 3
9.When servicing the evaporator, wear gloves to prevent
injuries from the sharp evaporator fins. The vacuum process to the system starts as soon as the pump
starts to work. The refrigerator system must be kept under
vacuum until the low pressure meter indicate Absolute 0 or -1
atm, -760 mmhg (see Figure #3). In any case, the pump must
not be working for more than 30 minutes.
SERVICE CAUTIONS
Refrigerant Charge to Compressor
In case of leakage and the vacuum couldn't be realized, it's
Test compressor operation before recharge the refrigerant, necessary to apply a small amount of Freon to the system. If
this is important in order to detect immediately failures and the vacuum isn't achieved (the lower pressure meter doesn't
assure compressor motor reliability. indicate Absolute 0 or -1 atm, -760 mmhg) turn on the
refrigerator and try to localize the leakage with a leakage
If the failure has been identified, clean possible R-134a locator. If you identify a welding failure, open the valve to
remnants' in the system breaking the end of the compressor normalize the interior pressure with the same exterior pressure
service tube in the thinnest part (as shown in Figure #1). before welding. The molten solder could be suctioned o
expelled and block the cycle tubes if the vacuum system isn’t
Change the filter and any other damaged part. Disjoint and stabilized.
pull away the rest of the service tube. Put a new tube
extension in the Hansen male connector. Weld the new As soon as the vacuum process is finished, charge the correct
tube (See Figure #2). refrigerant R-134a gram amount in the system. Remember,
each system use an exact R-134a amount with a tolerance of
±5 grams (see Figure #4).

Extension tube
Breaking point (load)

Con. Cylinder of R-134a

Hen.

Hansen
male
connector
Service Tube Extension Refrigeration
Welding point System

Figure # 1 Figure # 2

Figure # 4

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To know the refrigerant amount that contains and that it’s
necessary to be charged to the system, review the
graduated scale cylinder. For example, if we have 750 grams
Freon in the cylinder and we must charge 165 grams to the
system, this amount will be reached when the cylinder
indicator shows 585 grams. Remember that the charge
indicator shows a lower lever than real. Do this after select
the scale that corresponds to gas pressure indicated in the
pressure meter attached in the column upper part.

Before performing this operation, make sure that the valve

attached between the vacuum pump and recharge cylinder
is closed in order to keep the Freon to be charged into the
system (see Figure #5).

To make R-134a flow to the system, open the valve which

is attached in the cylinder base and is connected to the filling
tube. The Freon gas amount must not be completely charged
in one session because it could block the compressor motor;
therefore, charge 20~30 grams and immediately close the
valve, the pressure increase and the compressor motor start
the suction, this make pressure decrease, open the valve
again and repeat the previous steps until rise the established
amount of R-134a gas for the system. When the system is
under operation, the suction pressure must stabilize between
0.30 and 0.6 atmosphere of pressure.

Refrigerant Valve should be open

Loading tube when refilling the gas

Refrigerator Charging
system the cylinder

Valve must be closed

after achieving a
vacuum

Vacuum pump

Figure # 5

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1. SPECIFICATIONS

Model
Specifications
LTNC11121V

Color Platinum Silver 3

Dimensions (in) 24 (W) * 26 (D) * 66 1/2 (H)
Net Weight 56,2 Kg
Capacity (cuft) 11.1
Refrigerant R134A
Climate Class Template (N)
Rating 115V /60 Hz
GENERAL FEATURES

Cooling System Fan Cooling

Temperature Control MICOM Control
Defrosting System Heater Defrost
Insulation Cyclo Pentanane
Compressor BLDC Inverter
Evaporator Fin Tube
Condenser Wall Condenser
Drier Molecular Sieve XH-7
Capillary Tube ID Ø 0.67
First Defrost 4 Hours
Defrost Cycle 7-40 Hours
Defrosting Device Heater, Sheath
Case Material PCM (Normal)
Door material PET
Handle Type Pocket Handle
Internal Graphics LG
Basket Door 2 full + 2 half
Ice Tray "Twist" type
FRIDGE

Lamp Yes (LED)

Shelf 2 Glass + 1 Pull Out
Vegetables Drawer Yes (1)
Meat Tray No
Cover TV (Tray Vegetable) Yes
Egg Tray Yes (1)
Hygiene Filter No
Water Dispenser No
Basket Door 2 Full
FREEZER

Lamp No
Shelf Glass (1)

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2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION

K
I
L
A
K
B

M
C
D Pull-out Tray

N
E

F O

G
H
I
M

J
NOTE: Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed below. The location of some
of the parts may not correspond with your model.

A Freezer Shelf (Glass) H Humidity Control

B Sliding Ice Maker (Twist’n Serve) I Vegetable Drawer

It keeps vegetables and fruits fresher.
C Refrigerator Lamp (LED)
J Leveling Screws
D Pull-out Tray
K Freezer Basket
E Refrigerator Temperature Control
L Freezer Temperature Control
F Refrigerator Shelf (Glass) M Refrigerator Big Basket

G Magic Crisper (Plastic) N Refrigerator Small Basket

Vegetable drawer cover that
controls humidity level O Egg Tray

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3. DISASSEMBLY
3.1 REMOVING THE FREEZER DOOR NOTE: For assembly the door follow the steps in order 3,
2 and 1.

3.3 DOOR SWITCH

1. Using a flat screwdriver 2. Loose and remove the

remove the hinge cover bolts using a hex socket
placed in the right upper wrench, then remove the
side. hinge.

1. To remove the door switch, 2. Disconnect the lead wire

remove it with a screwdriver from the switch.
as shown in above figure.

3.4 FAN AND FAN MOTOR

?
Remove the shelves from freezer compartment.
?
Loose the screw placed in fan grille (use a Phillips
3. Carefully lift up the freezer
door (1) and place it on a screwdriver) u
.
non-scratching surface (2). Hold the upper side of the shelf and pull it out carefully v
? .
?
Remove the plastic cover from the fan by pulling it put
carefully w
.
NOTE: For assembly the door follow the steps in order 3, 2 ?
Unplug the wires.
and 1. ?
Loose the two screws that hold the motor support and
3.2 REMOVING REFRIGERATOR DOOR pull it out in order to remove the fan and fan motor x
.
?Remove fan from motor support y .

1. Remove the washer from 2. Loose and remove the

the central hinge. bolts using a hex socket
wrench, then remove the
hinge.
1 2

3 4

3. Carefully lift up the freezer

door and place it on a non-
scratching surface.

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3.5 REFRIGERATOR LAMP 3.7 PCB DISASSEMBLY
?Identify the lamp that is placed in top side of refrigerator Remove the screws of the cover u
? .
compartment u . Remove the cover v
? .
?Use a flat head screwdriver to remove the lamp cover v . Disconnect all terminals w
? .
?Press the connector w for releasing LED lamp x . Take the PCB out by pressing the hooks of the lower side x
? .
?To assembly again, follow the steps in order 3, 2 and 1. If it’s necessary remove and replace the PCB y
? .

1 2 1 2

3 4
3 4

3.6 CONTROL PANEL DISSASSEMBLY

?
Remove refrigerator shelves.
?
Loose and remove the screw placed in the lower side of the
panel u . 5
? Take the panel from the lower side and pull it out in order to
remove it from refrigerator v.
? Press the connectors to release them w .

1 2

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4. ADJUSTMENTS
4.1 COMPRESSOR 4.2.3 PTC- Circuit Diagram Applied.
4.1.1 Function.
• According to starting motor method.
The compressor sucks evaporated gas in low pressure and
lowers the temperature form the evaporator or fridge and
compress this gas at high temperature and high pressure OLP (OVERLOADED PROTECTOR)
and passes it on to the condenser.
COMPRESSOR

4.1.2 Composition. PTC 5

M
Compressor is made up of a system that compresses the S S M
3 6
gas, the motor of the compressor and the cover that protects
the device. On the exterior of the compressor is found the PTC STARTER HERMETIC
PTC (thermistor) and the OLP (overload protector). RSIR TERMINAL
Treat and repair it carefully, because it contains components
of processing accuracy of 1/1000 mm and is sealed dust or
moisture after manufacture.
4.2.4 Restarting the engine and cooling of the PTC
(1) For the restart after power failure during normal operation
4.1.3 Notes for use.
of the compressor motor, connect the power cord after 5
(1) Protect your refrigerator of an over voltage or over minutes for the pressure of the refrigeration cycle to stabilize
current. and cool the PTC.
(2) Do not hit: (2) During normal operation of the compressor motor, the
If it’s forced or hit (dropping or careless treatment), Noise elements of PTC generate heat continuously. Hence, if the
can originate or have an inefficient operation. PTC is not coole at some time after power failure, the engine
(3) Use appropriate electrical components for the could not operate again.
compressor.
(4) Note for storing the compressor: If the compressor gets
wet during rain and oxidized in the hermetic terminal, may 4.2.5 Relation between the PTC and OLP
have a poor operation and cause poor contact.
(5) Ensure that dust, moisture and soldering flux are not (1) If your power goes out during operation of the compressor
introduced to the compressor during its replacement. Dust, and is reestablished before the PTC has cooled (off in a span
moisture or flux are introduced to the pipe can cause noise of 2 minutes or reconnect the power cord due to a bad
or clog it. connection), the PTC cooling is reached and the resistance
value increases. As a result, the current cannot flow to the
auxiliary winding and the motor cannot start, because the OLP
operates on current flow through the main winding.
4.2 PTC STARTER
(3) While the OLP repeat the operation on and off about 3 to
4.2.1 PTC Composition 5 times, the PTC cools the compressor and the engine
operates normally. If the OLP does not operate when the PTC
(1) The PTC (thermistor) is a semiconductor component is hot compressor motor will overheat causing a short circuit
that uses starting ceramic material which is composed of or even fire. Then, use a flawless OLP.
BaTiO 3.
(2) The higher the temperature, the greater the resistance
value. These characteristics are used for engine starting.
4.2.6 Note for Using the PTC-Starter

4.2.2 PTC Function (1) Be careful not to allow over-voltage and over-current.
(2) Do not drop or handle carelessly.
(1) The PTC is attached to the hermetic compressor and is (3) Keep away from any liquid. If liquid such as oil or water
used for starting the refrigerator compressor. enters the PTC, PTC materials may fail due to breakdown of
(2) The compressor of a household refrigerator, uses a motor their insulating capabilities.
of an induction phase, the normal engine operation is started (4) Do not change the PTC at your own convenience. Do not
at the time of starting, the current flows through the auxiliary disassemble the PTC or the mold. Damage to the exterior of
winding. Once the boot is completed, the current is cut in the the PTC, the resistance value is altered and can cause failures
auxiliary winding because the PTC is connected in series on the compressor motor. Use a PTC in good conditions.
and this increases its resistance. The characteristics of the
PTC have the above functions. Then, the PTC is used as an
engine starting system.

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4.3 OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR)
4.3.1 Definition of OLP.
(1) OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR) is attached to the
Compressor and protects the Motor by opening the circuit
to the Motor if the temperature rises and activating the
bimetal spring in the OLP.

(2) When high current flows to the Compressor motor, the

Bimetal works by heating the heater inside the OLP, and
the OLP protects the Motor by cutting off the current
flowing to the Compressor Motor.

4.3.2 OLP Function.

(1) The OLP is attached to the compressor and protects
the motor by activating the bimetal spring in the OLP,
opening the circuit to the motor if the temperature rises.

(2) For normal operation of the OLP, do not turn the adjust
screw of the OLP in any way.

(OVERLOAD PROTECTOR cross section)

Part
Customer part No. Name
number Base, phenolic
12345678
Lot code/ (UL 94 V-0 rated)
330 FBYY -S1 BOX98 date code
Movable arm support, plated steel
Electrical Physical Stationary contact support,
characteristics termination
part number part number plated steel
Heater support, plated steel
Heater, resistance alloy
Disc, thermostatic alloy
Movable arm, spring temper
copper alloy
Contact, movable, silver on copper
Contact, stationary, silver on copper
Slug, plated steel
Cover, polyester
(UL 94 V-0 rated)
Pin connector, plated copper alloy
(To engage 2.33/2.66 mm dia. pin)
Quick-connect terminal, brass,
conforms to UL 310, MEMA
DC-2, DIN 46344

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5. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
6.1 COMPRESSOR ACTIVATION DEFECT

1 2

TEST MODE
BUTTON

- Open the cover of Main PCB

- Check the number of LED that are blinking (Refer to next chapter,
Actions for each number of LED blinking).
- If there’s no LED blinking the compressor is normal.

3. Check the disconnection

between OLP and
compressor (U, V, W=Blue,
Red & Yellow).
1. Check temperature of
discharge pipe and
compressor.

Check the performance after forcing it in TEST MODE in the PCB and readjust the power after checking the voltage in the
compressor side.

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6.2 COMPRESSOR SERVICE MANUAL

1. Check LED
ŸRemove the PCB cover and check the number of blinks that are on the LED.
ŸVerify the actions for each number of LED blinking → Check when it is not RESET (before turning off the refrigerator).
ŸWrite the service information according to the quantity of LED blinking.
ŸWrite the service information and check again after power reset.

→Refer to the actions for each number of LED blinking.

6.3 SIMPLE VERIFICATION ORDER

Replace
LED blinks 1 time Reset LED blinks 1 time main PCB
Check again

Replace
Reset LED blinks 7 times Reset LED blinks 7 times main PCB

There’s
Is LED Yes
no cold blinking?
air

No

No Check
LED is bliking LED is bliking Is compressor Compressor
Reset 6 times
6 times working? (Check C)

Yes No
Yes
Heavy repair Leakage Replace
Compressor
No

Check
again

No IPM Output No
Is compressor Replace
working? >
80V-20% main PCB

Yes Yes

Yes
Heavy repair Leakage Check No
Compressor
No (Check C)

Check
again

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6.4 ACTIONS FOR EACH NUMBER OF LED BLINKING

No. LED Operation Status Cause Service Tips

AD Offset 1. Check normal operation
LED 1 time repeated after power reset.
Error
1
2. If the same error occurs
Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Repeated again, replace PCB.
1. Check normal operation
LED 6 times repeated after power reset.

2. If the same error occurs

Circuit over-
2 current error once more, replace PCB.
Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Repeated 3. If the same error occurs
twice, replace compressor.

1. Check normal operation

LED 7 times repeated PCB Defect after power reset.
(IPM)
3 2. If the same error occurs
again, replace PCB.
Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Repeated

6.5 ACTIONS FOR LED BLINKING AND ACTIVATION CURRENT

1. LED blinking 1 time (AD Offset Error)

Blink OFF Blink OFF

→Cause: PCB with short circuit, defect part detection.

→Purpose: Detect motor voltage or current detection defect.
→Actions: Check CC310 voltage, if it’s out of the range 2.2~2.8V, PCB must be replaced.

Check Yes
LED blinks 1 time Replace
protection Is it out of specification?
AD Offset Error (2.2-2.8V) PCB
logic

No

Power reset

CC310

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6.6 ACTIVATION CURRENT AND LED BLINKING 6 TIMES (ACTIVATION CURRENT)

Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink OFF

* 6 times blinking (activation current) may occur in a temporal disconnection situation like when refrigerator is turn on/off for 3
minutes.

1. If it’s blinking 6 times but there’s no a significant difference between the temperature inside the refrigerator and the set
temperature, there’s no problem in PCB, Compressor or refrigeration cycle.
2. If it’s blinking 6 times and problem such as no cooling occurs, it means cycle leakage or cycle clogged (moisture, trash).
→ Cause: Cycle leakage or clogging, excessive increase in compressor temperature, compressor piston is locked, PCB IPM,
device is burned due to condenser fan defect.
→ Cause: Over-current protection.
→ Action: Check PCB output, verify compressor operation, leakage inspection and check cycle clogging (for re-vaccum, 30
minutes in additional vaccum).

Intermittent
Check operation of
Yes Check harness P Modify harness
Check current or LED that is
protection compressor U.V.W. P
blinking 6 times (current trip)
logic.

No

No Check PCB
Replace PCB
output

Check PCB Yes Yes

output

No Did current Power Check No Replace

Check inspection Reset compressor
procedure again trip occur? compressor
defect

Yes

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6.7 LED IS BLINKING 7 TIMES (IPM FAIL)

Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink OFF

→Cause: IPM with short circuit, defect (burned or damaged).

→Purpose: Protection of the over-current caused by IPM with short circuit or defect.
→Actions: Visual verification of burned IPM when the compressor is not operation. Check if there’s a short circuit in U, V, o W.
→Replace PCB.

Ground

Ground

+: U part among 3 compressor phases connectors (CN201)

-: Ground

Check Check IPM Fault or

protection LED blinking 7
logic times(IPM Fault)

Yes Visual No
Compressor is Check Point A short
verification of Replace PCB
not activated circuit IPM output
IPM burn >80V-20%
No
Yes

Check again
Power
inspection
reset procedure

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6.8 CHECK COMPRESSOR AND HARNESS

→Measure the resistance of compressor connector (Power & Common).

→Verify isolation resistance: Measure the resistance between the COMP power connector and the ground connection.

Compressor Terminal

U W

Note: Check resistance by disconnecting

PCB connector

U W

Multi
V
Tester

Compressor Motor resistance

BMA069LAMV 7.96 +/- 0.8 Ù

Resistance values can vary some Ù according to the environment

temperature and the operation conditions.

4. Another electric components

Freezing capacity is poor

Fan motor is not Check that current is

flowing in door switch. Poor contacting.
working
Replace each
component
Check that current is Coil is making short
flowing in the fan motor. circuit

Big amount of ice is placed Check the current flow in Replace each
the next components: In short circcuit component
in the evaporator
• Sensor heater
• Fuse-M

Check the current flow in

Replace each
the next components:
component
• Heater plate
• Heater cord

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6.9 ANOTHER ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

Freezing is not possible

Compressor is Check if the power flows Cause

not working to the next components:

a. Starting components Short circuit or open.

Poor contact or
shorted.

Compressor coil Coil is shorted.

Poor contact or Replace each

Short circuit parts component
shorted.

Compressor is not Check initial voltage Increase voltage

Low voltage
working efficiently

Check if current is flowing Poor and/or open

to other components contact Replace each
component

Check if current is flowing Short

to compressor coils.

Check OLP capacity Low capacity

Items already described Replace

are OK? Compressor coil
compressor

Freezing capacity is poor

Fan motor Replace each

is not working Check OLP capacity Damaged contact component

Check current flowing

in fan motor Coil is shorted

Heavy frost build up Replace each

on Evaporator Check that current flows Short component
in the next component:
- Def control assy

Check that current flows

in the next components: Replace each
- L-Cord component
- Heater Plate

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6.10 PROBLEM DIAGNOSIS CHART

PROBLEM CHECK POINTS SOLUTION

Freezing is not possible ¿Is the power cord unplugged from the outlet? Plug to the outlet.
Check if the power switch is set to OFF. Set power switch in ON position.
Check if switch fuse has short circuit. Replace with a normal fuse.
Measure the voltage of power outlet. If the voltage is low, report this condition with your
electrical company.

Freezing is poor (not Check if the refrigerator is placed so close to the wall. Leave a clearance of 10 cm between refrigerator and
enough). walls.

Check if the refrigerator is placed so close to the stove, Place your refrigerator away from heat sources.
gas oven and sunlight.

¿Is the ambient temperature high or the door is closed? Decrease temperature in the room.

Check if hot foods have been recently stored. Storage the food when is already cold.

¿Was the door continuously open or was not properly Do not open the door so often and close it firmly.
closed?

Freezing is not For a cooler freezer you must set the temperature in
Ambient temperature is too low (10° C).. a position between 2-3 and set the refrigerator control
efficient. in position 7.

Food in refrigerator ¿Is there food placed in the cooling air outlet? Place the food in the high-temperature section
compartment is freezing. (front part).
Check if the temperature control is set in 3. Set the control in 2.

Humidity or ice are ¿Is liquid food storage? Seal the food with vinyl wrap.
inside refrigerator Hot food was placed inside the refrigerator. Store food when is already cold.
compartment. The door was continuously opened or it’s not properly Do not open the door so often and close it firmly.
closed
Humidity is formed If the humidity and the ambient temperature are high. Wipe moisture with a dry cloth. It will disappear
in cabinet (refrigerator in low temperature and humidity.
exterior).
There’s a gap between the door gasket and the cabinet. Repair the gap by changing the door gasket.

There are abnormal ¿Is the unit placed over a firm and even surface? Adjust the leveling screws and place it in a firm place.
noises.
¿Is there any unnecessary object placed in the back side Remove the objects.
of the refrigerator?
Check if the drip tray is not firmly fixed. Fix the tray in its original position.
Check if the compressor cover is properly is in its Place the cover in its original position.
correct position.

Door closing is not

easy. Check if the door gasket is clean. Clean door gasket.
¿Is the appliance placed on proper floor conditions? Place over firm door and adjust the leveling screws.
¿Is there a big amount of food inside the refrigerator? Check that the food is not blocking the doors.

Ice and food have an Clean the inside of the unit.

unpleasant odor. Check if the inside of the unit is dirty.
Foods with a strong odor were not properly wrapped. Wrap all the foods with a strong odor.
It smells like plastic. New products usually smell like plastic, but this
condition disappears 2 weeks later.

For other possible problems, make reference to the next points in order to solve problems:
Check if humidity is Replace the components
formed in freezer Not defrosting
of the defrosting circuit
compartment

Check the The cycle is not

Repair the cycle
refrigeration system working

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6.11 REFRIGERATION CYCLE
Troubleshooting Chart

CAUSE STATE OF STATE OF THE COMPRESSOR

REMARKS
THE UNIT EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE

Freezer compartment Low flowing sound of refrigerant A little higher than A few amount of refrigerant has been
and refrigerator is heard and frost forms in inlet ambient temperature. discharged.
PARTIAL
don’t cool normally. Normal cooling is possible when a
LEAKAGE only. regular amount of refrigerant has been
LEAKAGES

charged.

Freezer compartment You cannot hear the sound of Equal to ambient No discharging refrigerant
COMPLETE and refrigerator never the refrigerant flow and the frost temperature. Normal cooling is possible when a
LEAKAGE cool normally. is not formed. regular amount of refrigerant has been
charged.

Normal discharging of the refrigerant.

Freezer compartment You can hear the sound of the A little higher than
PARTIAL and refrigerator do not
CLOGGED BY

refrigerant flow and the frost is ambient temperature. The capillary pipe is faulty.
CLOG cool enough. only formed in the inlet.
DUST

You can hear the sound of the Equal to ambient Normal discharge of refrigerant.
COMPLETE Freezer and Refrigerator refrigerant flow and the frost is
never get cold. temperature.
CLOG not formed.

Cooling operation You cannot hear the sound of

CLOGGED BY stops running Lower than Cooling operation restarts when
the refrigerant flow and the frost heating the inlet of the capillary pipe.
MOISTURE periodically. ambient temperature.
is melting.

Freezer and Refrigerator Low flowing sound of refrigerant A little higher than
COMPRESSION

The pressure of the high pressure

DEFECTIVE

COMPRESSION are not cooling is heard and frost forms in inlet ambient temperature. section of the compressor is low.
only.

NO There’s no You cannot hear the sound of Equal to ambient There’s no pressure in the high
COMPRESSION compression work. the refrigerant flow and the frost temperature. pressure section of the compressor.
is not formed.

Leakage detection.
Observe the discharging point of the refrigerant in the compressor and evaporator.

Frost is formed or
Compressor is working it’s not formed in The oil is leaking or
or it’s not working YES evaporator. it’s not leaking
No frost or frost
only forms in inlet.

Frost is formed
normally Observe the discharged
amount of refrigerant
Normal amount
YES
No discharge or too much
discharge

Clogged by Charge the refrigerant in the

moisture Faulty compressor compressor and check the cooling
operation.

Check compressor Clogged by dust Gas leakage

Frost is formed
normally in the Find the leakage and repair it
evaporator

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7. COMPRESSOR
7.1 How to find out Inverter BLDC Compressor defect
If Inverter BLDC Compressor defect occurs, you can check in the following order.

Standard for judging normality

• When the resistance value of Harness (connected to Compressor) connecting Main PCB (CON201), if the resistance value
shows the value of the level in the following figure, you can say that it is normal.

Standard for defining compressor defect

Ÿ
Disassembly compressor PTC cover and verify that is correctly connected to compressor terminals (Point C), as shown in
the figure, if it’s correctly connected you must check directly the compressor resistance for doing so you have to disconnect
the compressor terminals and check between the terminals (U-V, U-W, V-W) if it’s according specifications (7.96+0.8 Ohms),
this could be a harness problem or damaged OLP.
Ÿ During compressor defects diagnosis, through resistance measurement, if values between terminals U, V, W of the connector
CON201 (Point A) show the resistance value according compressor specification then the compressor motor is correct.
Ÿ Check that the OLP terminals (Point B) are correctly connected, if it’s normal you must measure OLP resistance between its
terminals. If the resistance value is 5 or lower, it’s normal condition. In case that the value is higher, the OLP is damaged and
as consequence there’s no voltage supply from PCB and compressor will not work; it’s necessary change OLP and check
again the correct performance.
Ÿ If there’s no connection and OLP resistance values issues, it could be compressor defect, check the compressor resistance.
If there’s no problem with compressor resistance value, it could be Main PCB defect, you must check Main PCB defects
section.

Caution
1. Turn off the refrigerator and make sure is unplugged, if you are going to perform some measures wait few minutes after the
device was unplugged.
2. If the value of the measured resistance is not correct, it could be a wrong diagnosis due to the resistance may vary
according to the ambient temperature or operation conditions.

Multitester

B OLP
Terminal Compresor

C U W

CON 201
A
V

Multitester

Compressor Motor Resistance

BMA069LAMV 7.96 +/- 0.8 Ù

A difference of some Ù can occur in the

resistance value due to ambient
temperature and operation conditions.
U W

V
Multitester

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8. DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTION OF ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT
8.1 FUNCTIONING DESCRIPTION
8.1.1 FUNCTION

The refrigerator will not automatically change its temperature value, it will keep the configuration set by the factory.

The knob cannot be pressed, you have to make it twist for adjusting the control to the desired temperature.

When you turn off your refrigerator and it’s plugged again, the temperature will remain as the last position set.

4 4 4
3 5 3 5 3 5

2 6 2 6 2 6

1 7 1 7 1 7
Min Max Min Max Min Max

8.1.2 DEFROST

1. For initial turn on, only for unique time, the defrost begins when the compressor reaches 4 hours of being turned on.
2. The defrost begins when the accumulated turned on time of the compressor is between 7 and 40 hours. This time is
determined by the frequence and duration of the refrigerator doors opening.
3. The defrost stops when the sensor temperature reaches 13°C or more. If the sensor does not reach that temperature in a
period of 2 hours, the defrost mode will not work properly.

8.1.3 OPERATION SEQUENCE FOR ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

The electric components operation such as compressor, defrost resistance and fans is sequently started in order to avoid
noises and damages in the parts, this can result when several components are running at the same time or after a test has
finished.

Operation Operation
Conditions Sequence
If the temperature of the
defrosting sensor is 45 °C
or above (for the initial use 0.5 seconds Compressor 0.5 seconds
Connect is working Freezer fan is on
after the purchase or
Cuando el refrigerador es encendido

grounding)

If the temperature of the

0.5 seconds Defrost heater 5 seconds Defrost heater
defrosting sensor is below Connect is on is off
45 °C (after a power failure
or SVC)
0.5 seconds

Compensation 5 seconds Compensation 5 seconds Compressor and fan

resistance is resistance is freezer are on
on off

When returned from All loads 7 minutes 0.5 seconds

the TEST MODE Compressor Freezer fan is on
are off
is working

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8.1.4 ERRORS DIAGNOSIS MODE
* Refrigerator Charge Errors (M101, Green)
1. The error diagnosis function allows to the technician or service center see if a failure is affecting product performance during
its normal operation.
2. When the PCB cover is disassembled, the technician will see that the LED indicator (placed in Main PCB) is making a code
related to the failure in the product, this LED M101 is green color.
3. Once the error has been repaired, the code shown by the M101 LED will disappear and the product will be working normally
again.

Errors Diagnosis Chart

Refrigerator Operation
No Error LED indicator (placed in Main PCB) Cause Defrost
Compressor / Fan
Resistance
Normal operation
LED is blinking with 2 repetitions Short circuit, non continuous
1 Error in rotatory control (Predeterminated setting Normal operation
….on-on-off-on-on-off-on-on-off…* wires, defective PCB
“Medium")
LED is blinking with 3 repetitions 15 minutes ON /
2 Error in refrigerator sensor
….on-on-on-off-on-on-on-off-on-on-on-* 15 minutes OFF
LED is blinking Short circuit, non continuous Defrost operation is
3 Error in defrost sensor
….on-off-on-off-on-off-on-off-on-off…* wires, defective sensor not occurring
LED is blinking with 5 repetitions
Error in refrigerator compartment
4 sensor ….on-on-on-on-on-off-on-on-on-on-on- Normal operation
off…* Normal operation

Thermic fuse is open, non Defrost occurs

LED is blinking with 4 repetitions continuous wires fir defrost every 7 hours and
5 Failure in defrost operation
….on-on-on-on-off-on-on-on-on-off…* resistance, defrost resistance stops when it
is not connected. reaches 13°C.

6 Normal LED is off - - -

7 F-Fan error Blinking 6 times F-Fan is locked or open - -

*, this symbol indicates that the function is repeating for non determinated time
until the unit is free of error.

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8.1.4 ERRORS DIAGNOSIS MODE
* Compressor Errors (M201, Red)
1. The error diagnosis function allows to the technician or service center see if a failure is affecting compressor performance
during its normal operation.
2. When the PCB cover is disassembled, the technician will see that the M201 LED (placed in Main PCB) is making a code
related to the failure in the compressor, this LED M201 is red color.
3. Once the error has been repaired, the code shown by the LED M201 will disappear and the compressor will be working
normally again. Sometimes the LED will not turn off, in this case it’s necessary reset the refrigerator.

Errors Diagnosis Chart

SVC
No. LED Operation Status Cause Recommendation
1. Check normal operation
LED 1 time repeated after power reset.
AD Offset
Error
1 2. If the same error occurs
again, replace PCB.
Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Blink Off Repeated

1. Check normal operation

LED 6 times repeated after power reset.

2. If the same error occurs

Circuit over-
2 current error once more, replace PCB.
Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Repeated 3. If the same error occurs
twice, replace compressor.

1. Check normal operation

LED 7 times repeated after power reset.
PCB Defect
(IPM) 2. If the same error occurs
3 again, replace PCB.
Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Blink Off Repeated

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8.1.5 TEST MODE
1. The test mode allows checking the PCB and the function of the product as well as finding out the defective part in case of
an error.
2. The test button is on the main PCB of the refrigerator (Test S/W). The Test Mode will be finished in 5 minutes in Test Mode 1
and it will last 2 hours in Test Mode 2 or until the defrost sensor reaches a temperature of 13°C (55.4 °F) or more, after this the
original conditions are set again.
3. After finish the Test Mode make sure of unplug the refrigerator.
4. In case of an error, such as sensor failure, and if it’s detected during the Test Mode, the error code will be display in the LED
error indicator.
5. While an error is detected, the Test Mode will not be activated until the error disappears from display.

** Test Mode #1
Action LED indicator (placed in Main PCB) Content Remarks

1. Press Test 1. Compressor is ON Operation time: 5 minutes

Mode button. 2. Freezer fan is ON
LED is blinking 3. Defrost heater is OFF
...on-off-on-off-on-off-on-off-on-off-...

** Test Mode #2
Action LED indicator (placed in Main PCB) Content Remarks

1. Press Test The operation time is 2

Mode button once 1. Compressor is OFF hours or until the defrost
more while you 2. Freezer fan is OFF sensor temperature
LED is blinking with 2 repetitions 3. Defrost heater is ON
are in Test Mode reaches 13°C or more.
# 1. ...on-on-off-on-on-off-on-on-off...

** Readjust
Action LED indicator (placed in Main PCB) Content Remarks

1. Press Test Readjust to original conditions. Compressor will start

to work after 7 minutes.
Mode button once LED is off
more while you
are in Test Mode F-Fan will start to work
after 12 minutes.
# 2.

**Localization of Test Mode button in Main PCB.

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 8.2 COMPONENTS

1. Main PCB for this model.

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11
- CON1: Energy Source
- CON2: AC load (R -HTR, DEF HTR)
- CON5: F-Fan Motor DC
- CON8: Sensor, R-Door Switch, R-LED Lamp
- CON9: Smart Buzzer
- CON11: Knob Dial
CON5
- CON102: OLP Inverter
- CON201: Compressor terminals
CON201 - LED M101: Error indicator for Main Micom
- LED M201: Error indicator for Compresor Micom
CON1

Part Number: EBR78051806 CON102 CON2

2. PCB for SDS System (Smart Diagnosis).

Smart Buzzer
Part Number: EBR64730309

3. PCB Dial & LED

PCB Dial
Part Number: EBR77678901

LED
Part Number: EAV61652805

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9. ERRORS
9.1 Refrigerator Sensor Error (Er rS)

Symptom Check Point

1. Er rS 1. Check for a loose connection
(Main PCB LED blinking 2. Check Sensor Resistance
3 times)

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101 Check the Brown to Brown
CON11

CON5

CON201 CON8

CON1

CON102 CON2

Resistance [ Ù ]
Short Circuit 0
CON8
Open OFF
3rd pin ~ 4th pin
Other Normal

CON8
Resistance [ Ù ]
3rd pin ~ 4th pin

23ºF / -5 ºC 38 KÙ
32ºF / 0 ºC 30 KÙ
41ºF / 5 ºC 24 KÙ
50ºF / 10 ºC 19.5 KÙ
59ºF / 15 ºC 16 KÙ

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Refrigerator Sensor Error (Er rS)

1 4
Reconnect or
Is the Connector disconnected Yes repair the Disconnect the housing.
or loose between Main PCB and connector Check the Sensor resistance.
sensor? Is resistance normal?

Yes

Check the Temperature and

resistance refer to the table.
No problem?

CON8

No CON8
Resistance [ Ù ]
3rd pin ~ 4th pin
2
Replace the 23ºF / -5 ºC 38 KÙ
sensor.
Disconnect the housing. Yes 32ºF / 0 ºC 30 KÙ
Go to 5.
Check the Sensor resistance.
Is resistance 0 Ù (Sensor with 41ºF / 5 ºC 24 KÙ
short circuit)?
50ºF / 10 ºC 19.5 KÙ

No 59ºF / 15 ºC 16 KÙ

3
Replace the
Yes sensor. Yes
Disconnect the housing.
Go to 5.
Check the Sensor resistance.
6
Is resistance OFF (Sensor open)?

Explain to customer.
Product Normal.
No

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9.2 Defrost Sensor Error (Er dS)

Symptom Check Point

1. Er dS 1. Check for a loose connection
(Main PCB LED blinking 2. Check Sensor Resistance
1 time)

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11

Check the Orange to Orange

CON5

CON201

CON1

CON102 CON2

CON8

Resistance [ Ù ]
Short Circuit 0
CON8
Open OFF
5th pin ~ 6th pin
Other Normal

CON8
Resistance [ Ù ]
5th pin ~ 6th pin
-22ºF / -30 ºC 129 KÙ
-13ºF / -25 ºC 99 KÙ
-4ºF / -20 ºC 77 KÙ
5ºF / -15 ºC 60 KÙ
14ºF / -10 ºC 47 KÙ
23ºF / -5 ºC 37.5 KÙ
32ºF / 0 ºC 30 KÙ

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Defrost Sensor Error (Er dS)

1 4
Reconnect or
Is the Connector disconnected Yes repair the Disconnect the housing.
or loose between Main PCB and connector Check the Sensor resistance.
sensor? Is resistance normal?

Yes

Check the Temperature and

resistance refer to the table.
No problem?

CON8

CON8
Resistance [ Ù ]
No 5th pin ~ 6th pin

-22ºF / -30 ºC 129 KÙ

2
Replace the
sensor.
-13ºF / -25 ºC 99 KÙ
Disconnect the housing. Yes
Check the Sensor resistance.
Go to 5. -4ºF / -20 ºC 77 KÙ
Is resistance 0Ù (Sensor with
short circuit)? 5ºF / -15 ºC 60 KÙ
14ºF / -10 ºC 47 KÙ
No 23ºF / -5 ºC 37.5 KÙ
32ºF / 0 ºC 30 KÙ
3
Replace the
Yes sensor. Yes
Disconnect the housing.
Go to 5.
Check the Sensor resistance.
6
Is resistance OFF (Sensor open)?
Explain to customer.
Product Normal.
No

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9.3 Room Temperature Sensor Error (Er rt)

Symptom Check Point

1. Er RT 1. Check for a loose connection
(Main PCB LED blinking 2. Check Sensor Resistance
5 times)

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101 Check the White to White
CON11

CON5

CON201 CON8

CON1

CON102 CON2

Resistance [ Ù ]
Short Circuit 0
CON8
Open OFF
1st pin ~ 2nd pin
Other Normal

CON8 Resistance CON8 Resistance

1st pin ~ 2nd pin [Ù ] st nd
1 pin ~ 2 pin [Ù ]
-39ºF( -40ºC) 225.1 KÙ 41ºF(+5ºC) 24.13 KÙ
-30ºF(-35ºC) 169.8 KÙ 50ºF(+10ºC) 19.53 KÙ
-21ºF( -30ºC) 129.3 KÙ 59ºF( +15ºC) 15.91 KÙ
-13ºF( -25ºC) 99.30 KÙ 68ºF( +20ºC) 13.03 KÙ
-4ºF(-20ºC) 76.96 KÙ 77ºF( +25ºC) 10.74 KÙ
5 ºF(-15ºC) 60.13 KÙ 86ºF( +30ºC) 8.89 KÙ
14ºF( -10 ºC ) 47.34 KÙ 95ºF(+35ºC) 7.40 KÙ
23 ºF ( -5 ºC) 37.55 KÙ 104ºF( +40ºC) 6.20 KÙ
32ºF ( 0ºC ) 30 KÙ

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 4
Room Temperature Sensor Error (Er rt)
Disconnect the housing.
Check the Sensor resistance.
Is resistance normal?

1
Reconnect or
Is the Connector disconnected Yes repair the Yes
or loose between Main PCB and connector
sensor? 5

Check the Temperature and

resistance refer to the table.
No problem?

CON8 Resistance
1st pin ~ 2nd pin [Ù]
-39ºF( -40ºC) 225.1 KÙ
-30ºF(-35ºC) 169.8 KÙ
CON8
-21ºF( -30ºC) 129.3 KÙ
-13ºF( -25ºC) 99.30 KÙ
-4ºF(-20ºC) 76.96 KÙ
No
5ºF(-15ºC) 60.13 KÙ
14ºF ( -10ºC) 47.34 KÙ
2
Replace the 23ºF ( -5ºC) 37.55 KÙ
Yes sensor. 32ºF ( 0ºC) 30 KÙ
Disconnect the housing.
Go to 5.
Check the Sensor resistance. 41ºF(+5ºC ) 24.13 KÙ
Is resistance 0Ù (Sensor with
50ºF(+10ºC) 19.53 KÙ
short circuit)?
59ºF( +15ºC) 15.91 KÙ
68ºF ( +20ºC) 13.03 KÙ
No
77ºF( +25ºC) 10.74 KÙ
86ºF( +30ºC) 8.89 KÙ
3
Replace the 95ºF (+35ºC) 7.40 KÙ
Yes sensor. 104ºF ( +40ºC) 6.20 KÙ
Disconnect the housing.
Go to 5.
Check the Sensor resistance.
Is resistance OFF (Sensor open)?
Yes

6
No
Explain to customer.
Product Normal.

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9.4 Defrost Heater Error (F dH)

Symptom Check Point

1. F dH 1. Check the door gasket
(Main PCB LED blinking 2. Check the Defrost control part
4 times) 3. Check the PCB output voltage

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11 Check the Blue to Yellow

CON5

CON201

CON1 CON2

CON102 CON2

Part Resistance [ Ù ] Defrost Sensor

Resistance
CON8
Short 0 (Normal) [Ù]
FUSE-M 5th pin ~ 6th pin
Open OFF
-22ºF / -30ºC 129 KÙ
Short 0
-13ºF / -25ºC 99 KÙ
Defrost Heater Open OFF
-4ºF / -20ºC 77 KÙ
Other Normal
5ºF / -15ºC 60 KÙ
Short 0
Defrost Sensor 14ºF / -10ºC 47 KÙ
CON8 Open OFF
23ºF / -5ºC 37.5 KÙ
5th pin ~ 6th pin
Other Normal
32ºF / 0ºC 30 KÙ

Defrost
Resistance [ Ù ] TEST MODE 2* Voltage [V]
Heater
Model 100V ~ 127V CON2
Omega 2M 100V ~ 127V
3rd pin ~ 9th pin
(11 cu ft) 107 ~ 123 Ù

* NOTE: To enter to TEST MODE 2, the NORMAL Voltage [V]

defrost sensor must be colder than CON2
55.4 º F (13 ºC). 0V
3rd pin ~ 9th pin

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 Defrost Heater Error (F dH)

4
2
Replace the
Yes sensor .
Check the Defrost control part.
1 Go to 7.
(3) Disconnect the housing.
Replace the Check the Defrost Sensor
Check the Door gasket . Yes Door gasket resistance. Is resistance 0Ù
Is door gasket damaged? (Sensor with short circuit)?

Defrost Sensor
Defrost Heater

No
2
Replace
No Fuse-M Fuse M
Check the Defrost control part.
(1) Disconnect the housing.
Is Fuse-M resistance 0 Ù ?
No
Defrost Sensor
Defrost Heater

5
Replace the
Yes sensor.
Disconnect the housing.
Go to 7.
Fuse M
(4) Disconnect the housing.
Check the Defrost Sensor
resistance.
Is resistance OFF (Sensor open)?
Yes
Defrost Sensor
3 Check the Defrost control part. Defrost Heater
Replace
(2) Disconnect the housing.
Yes Defrost
Check Defrost Heater
Heater
resistance and temperature
refer to the table. Is it problem?
Fuse M
Defrost
Resistance [ Ù ]
Heater
Model 100V ~ 127V
Omega 2M
107 ~ 123 Ù
No
(11 cu ft)

6
Defrost Sensor
Defrost Disconnect the housing.
Heater
Check the Defrost Sensor
resistance.
Is resistance normal?
Fuse M

Yes

No

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Defrost Heater Error (F dH)

9 Input Normal Mode

(Push SW 1 time) Replace
7 Check the Heater Voltage. No Main PCB
Is voltage 0V?
Check the Temperature and
resistance of defrost sensor refer to
the table.
No problem?
CON2
Defrost Sensor
Resistance NORMAL Voltage [V]
CON8
[Ù]
5th pin ~ 6th pin
CON2
-22ºF / -30ºC 40 KÙ 0V
3rd pin ~ 9th pin
-13ºF / -25ºC 30 KÙ

-4ºF / -20ºC 23 KÙ
Yes
5ºF / -15ºC 17 KÙ

14ºF / -10ºC 13 KÙ 10

23ºF / -5ºC 10 KÙ Explain to customer.

32ºF / 0ºC 8 KÙ Product Normal.

Yes * NOTE: To enter to TEST MODE 2, the defrost

sensor must be colder than 55.4 º F (13 º C).

8 Input TEST 2 MODE (Push SW1

by 2 times).

No Replace
Check the Heater Voltage.
Is voltage 100~127V? Main PCB

CON2

TEST MODE 2* Voltage [V]

CON2 100V ~ 127V
3rd pin ~ 9th pin

Yes

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9.5 Knob dial error

Symptom Check Point

1. Knob dial error 1. Check for a loose connection
(Main PCB LED blinking 2. Check the PCB Knob Dial voltage
2 times)

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11

Check the Red to Black

CON5

CON201

CON1

CON102 CON2
CON11

CON 11 Voltage [V]

CON11
1 ~ 4Vdc
6 th pin ~ 7 th pin

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Knob Dial Error

1 3
Reconnect or Replace
Is the Connector disconnected Yes repair the Check the Knob Dial voltage No Knob Dial
or loose between Main PCB and connector Is Knob Dial voltage 1~4V? PCB
Knob Dial ?

CON11

CON 11 Voltage [V]

CON11
1 ~ 4Vdc
6 th pin ~ 7 th pin

Yes
CON8

4
No Replace
Check the Knob Dial voltage No Main PCB
Is Knob Dial voltage 1~4V?
2
Reconnect or
Is the Connector disconnected Yes repair the
or loose between Knob Dial PCB connector
and the wire ?
CON11

CON 11 Voltage [V]

CON11
Knob Dial 1 ~ 4Vdc
6 th pin ~ 7 th pin

Yes

Explain to customer.
Product Normal.

No

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9.6 Refrigerator room LED Module doesn’t work

Symptom Check Point

1. Refrigerator room 1. Check the Refrigerator door switch sticky
lamp doesn’t work 2. Check the door S/W resistance
3. Check the R-door switch
4. Check the R-LED Lamp

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11

CON5
CON8
CON201
Check the R-LED
CON1 Check the R- Door switch
Lamp Red to Black
Purple to Gray
CON102 CON2

Resistance [ Ù ]

Door Normal 0
switch Push S/W Infinity

CON8 Voltage [V]

Closed 5V
R-Doorswitch 7 th ~8th
Open 0V
Closed 0~7.5V
R-LED 11th~12 th
Open 12V

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 4 Check the PCB R- Doorswitch
Refrigerator room LED Module doesn’t work Voltage. Is CON8 7 th pin ~ 8 th Replace the
No PCB
Voltage 0V while door opened ?

1
Replace the
Check the Refrigerator door switch. Yes Door S/W
Does it feel sticky?
CON8

CON8 Voltage [V]

R-Doorswitch 7 th ~8th Open 0V

Yes
5 Check the R-LED, is R-LED
voltage 12V while R-Door is Go to step
No No
open? 7
2
Check the door S/W resistance.
Is it correct compared with table? Replace the
No
Door S/W
CON101

CON101 Door Voltage [V]

1st ~3 rd Open 12V
Door S/W
1st ~3 rd Close 0V

Resistance [ Ù ] Yes

Door Normal 0 6 Check the R-LED. Is R-LED

turn on? Replace the
switch Push S/W Infinity No R-LED

Yes
3 Check the PCB R- Doorswitch
Voltage. Is CON8 7 th pin ~ 8 th Replace the
No
Voltage 5V while door closed? PCB

CON8

CON8 Voltage [V]

R-Doorswitch 7 th ~8th Closed 5V

Yes
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 Refrigerator room LED Module doesn’t work

7 Check the PCB R-LED voltage,

Is CON8 11th pin ~12th voltage Replace the
0~7.5V while door is closed? No PCB

CON8

CON8 Voltage [V]

R-LED 11th ~12 th Closed 0~7.5V

Yes
8 Check the PCB R-LED voltage,
Is CON8 11th pin ~12th voltage Replace the
12V while door is opened? No PCB

CON8

CON8 Voltage [V]

R-LED 11th ~12 th Open 12V

Yes

9 Explain to customer.
Product Normal.

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9.7 Poor cooling in Refrigerator room

Symptom Check Point

1. Poor cooling in 1. Check the sensor resistance
Refrigerator room 2. Check the air flow
3. Check the air Temperature
4. Check the PCB F-Fan motor voltage

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11

CON5

CON201

CON1
Check the Fan Motor Voltage the Blue to Grey (while
CON102 CON2
door is closed)
Check the sensor resistance
(Brown to Brown)

CON5
CON8

CON8
Resistance [ Ù ]
3rd pin ~ 4 th pin
23ºF / -5ºC 38k
32ºF / 0ºC 30k
41ºF / 5ºC 24k
50ºF / 10ºC 19.5k

59ºF / 15ºC 16k

Duct Status TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

Air Flow Windy CON5
8V~13V
Air Temperature Cold 4th pin ~ 5 th pin

CON5
Not 0V, 5V
5th pin ~ 6 th pin

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 Poor cooling in Refrigerator Compartment

1 Disconnect the housing.

5 Check the Fan motor.
Check the sensor resistance. Replace the
Rotate fan using hand.
Yes Fan motor
It feel sticky, stuck or locked
up?

CON8
6 Check the Fan Motor voltage
Is Fan Motor voltage 8V~13V Replace
CON8 No
while door closed? Main PCB
Resistance [ Ù ]
3rd pin ~ 4 th pin
23ºF / -5ºC 38k

32ºF / 0ºC 30k

41ºF / 5ºC 24k

50ºF / 10ºC 19.5k CON5

59ºF / 15ºC 16k TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

CON5
8V~13V
4th pin ~ 5 th pin
2 Reset the unit and
Input Test 1 Mode. Yes
(Push SW 1 time).
7 Check the Fan Motor voltage
Is Fan feedback voltage 0V, 5V?
Change the
Yes
motor

Check the F-
3 Open the freezer door and
Fan Motor
Check the air flow without open
No Check the CON5
CON5
the ref door. Windy?
Freezer
Control
Go to 5 TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

CON5
Not 0V, 5V
5th pin ~ 6 th pin
Yes
No
4 Check the air temperature.
Check the
Is it cold? 8
No Compressor Explain to customer.
and sealed
Yes system

Go to 7

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9.8 Over cooling in Refrigerator comparment

Symptom Check Point

1. Over cooling in 1. Check the sensor resistance
Refrigerator 2. Check the air flow
compartment 3. Check the air Temperature
4. Check the PCB F-Fan motor voltage

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11 Duct

CON5

CON201

CON1
Check the Fan Motor Voltage the Blue to Gray (while
CON102 CON2
door is closed)
Check the sensor resistance
(Brown to Brown)

CON5
CON8

CON8
Resistance [ Ù ]
3rd pin ~ 4 th pin
23ºF / -5ºC 38k
32ºF / 0ºC 30k
41ºF / 5ºC 24k
50ºF / 10ºC 19.5k

59ºF / 15ºC 16k

Duct Status TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

Air Flow Windy CON5
8V~13V
Air Temperature Cold 4th pin ~ 5 th pin

CON5
Not 0V, 5V
5th pin ~ 6 th pin

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 6 Check the Fan Motor voltage
Over cooling in Refrigerator Compartment
Is Fan Motor voltage 8V~13V Replace
while door closed? No Main PCB

1 Disconnect the housing.

Check the sensor resistance.

CON5

CON8 TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

CON8 CON5
8V~13V
Resistance [ Ù ] 4th pin ~ 5 th pin
3rd pin ~ 4 th pin
23ºF / -5ºC 38k Yes
32ºF / 0ºC 30k
7 Check the Fan Motor voltage
41ºF / 5ºC 24k
Is Fan feedback voltage 0V, 5V?
50ºF / 10ºC 19.5k Change the
Yes
59ºF / 15ºC 16k motor

2 Reset the unit and Input Test1 -

Mode (Push the SW1 one time).
CON5

TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

CON5
Not 0V, 5V
Check the F 5th pin ~ 6 th pin
3 Open the refrigerator door and
Fan Motor
Check the air flow. Windy? Check the No
No
Freezer
Control 7 Reset the unit and
Input Test 2 Mode.
Go to 5 (Push the SW1 twice).

Yes
Check the
4 Check the air temperature. Compressor
Is it cold? No and sealed 8 Open the refrigerator door and
Check the air flow. Windy? Replace
system Yes
Yes Main PCB
Go to 7

5 Check the Fan motor. Rotate fan

using hand. It feel sticky, stuck Replace the
or locked up? Yes No
Fan motor
Explain to customer.
No 9 Product Normal.

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Symptom Check Point

1. Er FF 1. Check the air flow
2. Check the fan motor
3. Check the PCB Fan motor voltage

LED M201 CON9 CON8 LED M101

CON11

CON5

CON201

CON1

CON102 CON2

CON5

TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

CON5
8V~13V
4th pin ~ 5 th pin

CON5
Not 0V, 5V
5th pin ~ 6 th pin

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Freezer Fan Error Is fan motor voltage 8V~13V?
No Replace
Main PCB

1 Reset the unit and input Test 1

Mode (Push the button 1 time). No

6CON5
Check the Fan Motor voltage

TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

CON5
8V~13V
4th pin ~ 5 th pin

2 Open the freezer door and check Yes

the air flow. Windy?
No Go to 3 5 Check the Fan motor voltage.
Is fan feedback voltage 0V, 5V? Change the
Yes motor

No
Yes
Check the Fan Motor voltage
CON5

Go to 4
TEST MODE 1 Voltage [V]

3 Check the fan motor. Rotate fan CON5

Not 0V, 5V
using hand. It feels sticky? 5th pin ~ 6 th pin
Change the
Yes motor
No

6
Explain to customer.

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1. How to make TEST MODE

Push Test Mode button SW1 on the Main PCB, the refrigerator will be enter the Test Mode.

* 1 time : Comp ON /F -fan ON /

Defrost Heater OFF/
LED on the PCB 1s ON, 1s OFF

Room lighting LED ON/OFF

(With DOOR Open/Close)

* 2 times : Comp OFF/F -fan OFF/

Defrost Heater ON
LED on the PCB 2s ON, 2s OFF

Compensation heater ON
for 5 sec (only at R -door closed)

2. How to remove Terminal Position Assurance (TPA)

<AC TPA>

<DC TPA>

After measure the values, you should put in the TPA again.

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3. ERROR display and confirmation

LED on the PCB is used for ERROR CODE indication.
LED is turned OFF/ON every 500ms
Each Error has own blinking count
If error happen
: Blinking certain times ? LED Off 2sec ? Blinking certain times again ? LED Off 2sec ? (repeat)

Condition of
No Condition Malfunction Display Remarks
Malfunction

1 Normal Always OFF - Display works normally.

R-Sensor Refrig -room temp’ sensor
2 Blinking 3 times
Error short or open
D-Sensor Defrost temp’ sensor Check the connection of each
3 Blinking 1 times
Error short or open sensor.
RT-Sensor Ambient temp’ sensor
4 Blinking 5 times
Error short or open
Although defrost operated for M FUSE open / HEATER open /
Defrost
5 Blinking 4 times 2hour, Defrost -sensor temp’ DRAIN blocked. / HEATER RELAY
Error doesn’t over 13 ºC. broken.
Knob dial
6 Blinking 2 times Knob dial resister short or open REF’ is controlled by Mid Notch
error
F-Fan
7 Blinking 6 times F-Fan is locked or open
error

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4. Tables of Sensor Resistance.

a. Refrigerator Sensor Resistance Table : c. RT Sensor Resistance Table :

CON8 CON8 Resistance

Resistance [ Ù ]
3rd pin ~ 4th pin 1st pin ~ 2nd pin [Ù]

23ºF / -5ºC 38 KÙ -39ºF( -40ºC) 225.1 KÙ

-30ºF(-35ºC) 169.8 KÙ
32ºF / 0ºC 30 KÙ
-21ºF( -30ºC) 129.3 KÙ
41ºF / 5ºC 24 KÙ -13ºF( -25ºC) 99.30 KÙ

50ºF / 10ºC 19.5 KÙ -4ºF(-20ºC) 76.96 KÙ

5ºF(-15ºC) 60.13 KÙ
59ºF / 15ºC 16 KÙ 14ºF( -10ºC) 47.34 KÙ

b. Defrost Sensor Resistance Table : 23ºF( -5ºC) 37.55 KÙ

32ºF ( 0ºC) 30 KÙ
CON8
Resistance [ Ù ] 41ºF(+5ºC) 24.13 KÙ
5th pin ~ 6th pin
50ºF(+10ºC) 19.53 KÙ
-22ºF / -30ºC 129 KÙ
59ºF( +15ºC) 15.91 KÙ
-13ºF / -25ºC 99 KÙ 68ºF ( +20ºC) 13.03 KÙ

-4ºF / -20ºC 77 KÙ 77ºF ( +25ºC) 10.74 KÙ

86ºF ( +30ºC) 8.89 KÙ
5ºF / -15ºC 60 KÙ
95ºF (+35ºC) 7.40 KÙ
14ºF / -10ºC 47 KÙ
104ºF ( +40ºC) 6.20 KÙ
23ºF / -5ºC 37.5 KÙ
32ºF / 0 30 KÙ

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Knob Dial

CON11

Resistance Voltage
Measure resistance between wires Measure voltage between wires
Temperature Control Knob purple-gray, disconnected to Main purple-gray, connected to Main
PCB. PCB.

Mid

1K ± 50 0.45V ± 22.5mV
Min Max

Mid

3.3K ± 165 1.24V ± 62mV

Min Max

Mid

6.2K ± 310 1.92V ± 96mV

Min Max

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Mid

12K ± 600 2.73V ± 136.5mV

Min Max

Mid

Min Max 20K ± 1K 3.33V ± 166.5mV

Mid

Min Max 39K ± 1.95K 3.98V ± 199mV

Mid

100K ± 5K 4.55V ± 227.5mV

Min Max

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10. EXPLODED VIEW

CASE PARTS
CAUTION: use the part number to order part, not the position number.
103A

281A

S01
B01
301A
281B
103A

129A

S38
282B

501F

B01
501A
406B

411A

158C

409B
105A 120B

412A 110A
419D
120E

283B
317A

307A 310A

B03
314A 106A

309A

407A
315A
312A

319A
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DOOR PARTS, REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER PARTS

CAUTION: use the part number to order part, not the position number.

405C

405A
330B 332A
200A

420A
203A 201A

S10 329A
135A
212G

S38

205A
S26
210A
235A

205A
149A

230A

233A 231A
241D

241A

241A
149E

149C

154A

241E

243A

151A
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