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Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement

Introduction

This guide shows how to remove and replace the control board in your Samsung RF28R7201SG refrigerator.

The control board controls the refrigerator's functions. It also has a DC power board built into it. If your refrigerator turns on but doesn't function properly, check the components related to the function first. Replace the control board only after you've verified the other components.

What you need

  1. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement, Unplug your refrigerator: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Unplug your refrigerator before you begin your repair.

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  2. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement, Remove the board access panel: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the five screws securing the board access panel to the back of the refrigerator:

    • Four 14.8 mm-long screws

    • One 12.3 mm-long screw

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  4. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the board access panel.

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  5. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement, Reassembly information: step 4, image 1 of 2 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement, Reassembly information: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • The control board has nine wire connectors:

    • Three connectors along the top edge

    • One connector along the right edge

    • One connector along the bottom edge

    • Four connectors along the left edge

    • During reassembly, use the second image to make sure you've reconnected all nine connectors.

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  6. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement, Remove the control board: step 5, image 1 of 2 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement, Remove the control board: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Pull and disconnect each of the nine connectors from the control board.

    • Some connectors may have a locking tab. Squeeze the wide sides of the connector to unlock it, then pull to disconnect it.

    • Move the wires away from the control board so it can slide out of its recess.

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  7. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Board Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Use your fingers to push up the plastic lip securing the top edge of the control board to the refrigerator.

    • Swing the control board out and remove it.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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