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Old 05-23-2020, 03:31 PM   #1
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has any one had an issue with freezer not freezing [set at -8f] and refrigerator not reaching set temperatures [34f], have installed a thermometer in both compartments, 2014 anthem that's used about 3-4 times a year until I fully retire
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has any one had an issue with freezer not freezing [set at -8f] and refrigerator not reaching set temperatures [34f], have installed a thermometer in both compartments, 2014 anthem that's used about 3-4 times a year until I fully retire


Need to put something in the freezer and refrigerator, even if it’s just jugs of water or cold packs. Very difficult to maintain temp when empty.
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Old 05-23-2020, 03:50 PM   #3
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we actually had it filled with food when we noticed the frozen food was thawing out, had been plugged in two days prior to traveling, also ice maker has quit, as per samsung the compressors have a 10 year warranty and they state there are 2 compressors in this model ?
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Old 05-24-2020, 07:56 AM   #4
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We’ve had the same problem. The coil is located behind a panel on the back wall of the refrigerator (inside the frig). It is frozen up and needs to be thawed out. There are several good YouTube videos on how to do this. It is an all day process. We unloaded the frig and freezer then started the process. As the videos describe, you have to be careful if using a hair dryer so as not to melt the plastic. Once the panel is removed you will find the coil encased in ice. We used a hairdryer to carefully defrost. The easiest way to do this project is to empt the frig, turn it off and let it sit for several days. If you don’t own a large Yeti cooler, now is your excuse to buy one (-: Good luck.

Edit: I just reread your original thread. If you only use the frig 3 to 4 times a year and it’s off most of the time, this might not be your problem.
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has any one had an issue with freezer not freezing [set at -8f] and refrigerator not reaching set temperatures [34f], have installed a thermometer in both compartments, 2014 anthem that's used about 3-4 times a year until I fully retire

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we actually had it filled with food when we noticed the frozen food was thawing out, had been plugged in two days prior to traveling, also ice maker has quit, as per samsung the compressors have a 10 year warranty and they state there are 2 compressors in this model ?
First it's a samsung - so while they may warrantee the Compressor the rest of it will usually fail, long before you get to the 10 year warranty.

OK got that of my Chest - usually when the temperatures do not reach the needed level it is because the Fan is not working or the Coils are frozen (usually one causes the other) - or usually the first thing they - service - replace the "Board" - $$$$

So you can fix the fans and the Coils - just need to find out what it is and the cure.

As your unit is still cooler than the ambient outside temperature it is likely the Fans causing a frozen Coil.

https://www.google.com/search?q=sams...hrome&ie=UTF-8

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One of the biggest problem with these Samjunk refers is freezing of the coils behind the panel of the fridge. Try defrosting the fridge and see if this works. If it works, then you have a decision to make, replace it OR defrost it every six months or so. We have friends who figured out their defrost cycle and decided not too replace since the fridge works fine after a defrost. They also use this time to give the fridge a through cleaning.

May not be what you wanted to hear, but it’s a fact with theses pieces of junk.
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has any one had an issue with freezer not freezing [set at -8f] and refrigerator not reaching set temperatures [34f], have installed a thermometer in both compartments, 2014 anthem that's used about 3-4 times a year until I fully retire

Yep, ended up replacing mother board and compressor. I had sears come out and do it.
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Had ice machine failures. Two, one under warranty and one that Samsung said. "we have a TSB, but you'll have to pay for the repair" that was $400 in parts. I paid for that and the ice machine was the same as before, iced up and needed defrosting once every 30 days. Made me think of my grandmother in the 1960s.

Then had a compressor failure that I had to fight with Samsung to fix because they said the actual compressor didn't fail, the fitting at the compressor failed and was no longer under warranty. Eventually they covered it, but I had to fight with them for two weeks or so and remove the fridge to get it fixed on my dime.

When the compressor failed again, I gave up. Bought an LG, works better than the Samsung ever did, fits in the space, is better organized inside, ice machine makes ice and doesn't take up inside space. Hasn't yet needed defrosting and is showing no signs. All around much better machine.
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Had ice machine failures. Two, one under warranty and one that Samsung said. "we have a TSB, but you'll have to pay for the repair" that was $400 in parts. I paid for that and the ice machine was the same as before, iced up and needed defrosting once every 30 days. Made me think of my grandmother in the 1960s.

Then had a compressor failure that I had to fight with Samsung to fix because they said the actual compressor didn't fail, the fitting at the compressor failed and was no longer under warranty. Eventually they covered it, but I had to fight with them for two weeks or so and remove the fridge to get it fixed on my dime.

When the compressor failed again, I gave up. Bought an LG, works better than the Samsung ever did, fits in the space, is better organized inside, ice machine makes ice and doesn't take up inside space. Hasn't yet needed defrosting and is showing no signs. All around much better machine.
Yep, love the LG.
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I think both LG and Samsung are made in China... I have a Dometic side by side, Wonder if a residential fridge would fit in that space?
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I think both LG and Samsung are made in China... I have a Dometic side by side, Wonder if a residential fridge would fit in that space?
LG not made in China.
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I had such bad luck with Samsung appliances in our S&B that when it was time for a residential upgrade in our MH I went out of my way to avoid the Samsung even though it was one of only 2 units that would fit in our space.

We went with a similar sized GE and I'm very happy with the performance over the last 8 months or so.
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Samsung and LG both made in South Korea. Samsung's have a mixed reputation on this forum. I have one in my home and one in my RV - both work flawlessly, but we'll see how that goes. The problem is that there aren't many options to fit into the spaces we're all trying to fill with the NeverCold's that came in our RV's. Some use GE's and seem to like them.
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Our Samsung stopped working. We've had the compressor replaced and now the ice maker and frig are working, but the freezer isn't working yet. I'm fearing we will need to replace the refrigerator. Curious...how did you get the Samsung out of the coach and the new one in?
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