Samsung Refrigerator 88 88 / 83E / 85E / 86E error code

Difficulty: Easy · Cost: $0–$200 · Duration: 2m

The 88 88 error means your Samsung refrigerator experienced a communication fault that occurred when power was disrupted during the bootup process. Unplugging the refrigerator for 60 seconds and plugging it back in clears this in most cases. If the code returns arrange professional service.

Common causes

Power was disrupted while the refrigerator was in the process of starting up
Power outage or surge occurred during bootup

How to fix it

1

Unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker for 60 seconds
2

Restore power and check if the code has cleared
3

If 88 88 returns arrange professional service