Working through this issue now with a more conventional Samsung fridge. (non-French door but "Twin Cooling" which seems to be the problematic system) I've moved the sensor inward as well as installing a new heat transfer tab near the drain. I'll gladly update my comment when I have more data on those fixes. (I haven't added sealant or weather-stripping yet)

I'm having the same problem. I replaced the heater coil, fan, and sensor, and I got a week out of it. I just tried your method on Saturday. Hopefully, that will fix it.

What is CA glue?

Great video! I just started having problems with my Samsung refrigerator in the same area. I just added a heater coil back there that was recommended by a repairman on KZbin.

This video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZu4k4GuYr9gmqc) shows how to resolve the defrosting issue. Combine this video on how to seal it properly and the other video on defrosting and you have the perfect combo. - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZu4k4GuYr9gmqc

I'm going to try that weather stripping tape next time. In the past I've used a small piece of copper wire looped around the heater and poked down into the defrost drain hole which seems to keep that area from icing over. For the upper right area where you were working I've used a rubberized mastic tape.

I have a Samsung French door refrigerator that came with the house I bought in 2016. Had this issue recently and ended up calling a local refrigerator guy. He explained, just like everybody on this video has said, that this is an EXTREMELY common issue with Samsung (and he said LG's as well). Had to pay $560 for him to replace the control panel (of which some circuits had burnt out because of the moisture), thermostat and fan. I called Samsung and they said since the refrigerator was out of warranty the only thing they would have done was send their own technician and I still would have had to pay for it out of pocket. If it was under warranty it would have been covered.

Thanks a million. I'm doing this as we speak, I'm hoping these steps stop my fridge from over freezing! Wish we me luck and I'll keep you guys posted on how it goes!

need to fix the cracked plastic fridge wall behind the coil

you guys are so awesome

Is this polyurethane spray foam safe to use around those area?

May I ask what kind of sealant you used? Silicone would make it very difficult to pull the panel off, right?

So two years later still no issues? We’re experiencing the same thing, tryna see if it’s worth the trouble

This worked for 3 months the problem came back. I will now try installing the auxiliary heater and see if that works.

I know this an old video, but I've just come to need it, so it's new to me and I have a handful of quick questions before I try your solutions. 1. Is the fix still working now? 2. What type of sealant/caulk did you use behind the fan assembly? 3. Did YOU remove the existing foam gasketing before applying the weather stripping?(Only want to do this once, so if it worked for you I'll do as you did.) 4. Did the CA glue do any damage to the styrofoam? 5. What type of spray foam did you use? Was it minimal expanding fire blocking foam? The color made me think it could be fire blocking foam. Thank you for the video and any answers you're able to provide.

I’m about to throw this piece of crap away. It has been nothing but problems💰. Same with the Samsung washer/dryer, microwave, and oven I have. A service call a year!

Well today I did the weather stripping a I siliconed all the areas instead of foam. Lets see if this works!!! Ive always seen people complain about this issue but since 2017 i havent had a problem...moved it out to be the garage fridge and then two years later i am now searching for videos like this on how to fix it! lets hope this works as i really do enjoy this fridge...especially for the man cave!

Make sure the DOOR FLAP ENGAGES. It's an easy miss and this is MOST of the reason for unnecessary built-up. To fix, either shim the left door up ($10 shim kit - or 3d print one), or shim the catch at the center of the door down as needed. Also replace the tab at bottom of the heating coil with a piece of 12 or 14 gauge wire that goes down into the drain, to prevent ice dams from forming and clogging the drain

What an awesome and effective video it helped me tremendously God Bless you and your family

What did you use to seal around the tubing and wiring harness connections?

You mentioned nothing of the thermal fuse

thanks!!! worked like a charm on our 12 year old fridge

thank you I was wondering about the list of error codes ( manual ) that you got , what was the error code for frozen fan , if any ?? any link to any of the sites for the error codes /manual ??

Wow I’ve been dealing with this issue for so long I will definitely get to work on this thank you so much for this video!

Thank you happy family!!! Blessings to you all!!!!

I like the way you are teaching the kid that’s great parenting.

Thank you for the video . I just installed a new cover and new temperature sensor and was so disappointed to see water dripping out of the holes. I’m wondering what the issue is . I definitely can try the things the you did.. I also noticed water in the drain tube area so maybe that’s also causing it ? Will have that changed too

Wow! Dad thats some money you invested for a few seconds for a learning demonstration. Did you really buy the tempered glass??

$529 for parts and labor to replace that panel. The repairman said the seals on that panel often go so I hope that he adjusted the defroster clip over as you recommended too.

The appliance repairman is ordering that panel today saying the seals often go. Parts and Labor $529

Wow! Thank goodness for your help! Well demonstrated and explained, retired teacher approved technique, AND saved me a trip to the repair shop and $$$$!

Thank you sir

I know window companies that will not use polyurethane foam for indoor insulating on their window installs. And you put it in your fridge?

I agree…the best fix was to trash it.

Thank you! I saw my neighbor’s same Dyson on the curb during my walk and fixed it after watching this video. They had a handcrafted cross necklace jamming the tube and the spinning head needed a cleaning. I had a ball spare filter fortunately as it was filthy. Works great and has strong suction again. Thank you for the guidance! This was the perfect video to show young people they too can fix things!

Thank you so much, just watched the video, I haven't tried the fix yet, but this is the first video that explains everything. Thank you so much! Had a similar problem with my LG, ended up throwing it out and buying a new one but now have the same problem with my Samsung. I suspect they are well aware of how they should build refrigerators but they prefer for people to throw them out and buy new ones. It's very frustrating.

Thanks for posting this. I just followed your method and added the same weather stripping to the flimsy factory stuff. Only problem: Could not get the panel to snap back in with all the extra foam. Left the foam around the square port at the bottom but had to remove the rest. I did use spray foam around the electrical connections and used silicon around the exterior of the panel after I clipped it in. Hoping with the new auxiliary heater cord and a new temp sensor, it will solve the problem. Fingers crosse.

What products did you use? Can you put it in the description. I found the weather strip foam and polyurethane spray foam just want to know what sealer you used on the piece that came off the panel.

Great video! My ice build up issue is below the lower drawer in the refrigerated space. It's happened one other time in the past 13 years. So much ice builds up under the lower drawer that it will not pull in or out easily. (it's in the bottom of the refrigerated space. Last time I did this my helper was the age of yours in the video, she graduated from college last month, so it's been a while. I searched for codes as you described, it was blank. Any idea whats up? Model RF268ABPN.

I can’t even pull my drawer out lol it’s frozen

This is the most socially normative interaction I have seen between a father and daughter on the internet. 👏🏻 thank you for creating the content the world DESPERATELY needs right now. (And helping me fix my vacuum 😂).

Spent less than $10 to try this fix over the weekend. If it works I'm going to be so excited because just like others we've been struggling with this problem for the past year.

Samsung is junk, never again.

I did the thaw cycle only and now my fridge is at 54 degrees and not cooling....no more fan ticking on the ice :) I shut off the power at the main panel and turned it back on..so far still not getting above 54...anyone help!

You nailed it! Samsung was no help in fixing the problem. We had to remove water from under the drawers every month for two years. Now, the gurgling sounds are gone too. Thanks for sharing this information. You've helped many unhappy Samsung customers.

Total waste of time...Samsung is junk.

Can you provide the seal and caulk you used?

Will these repairs also fix the ice dispenser from freezing over and not making ice? I have to force defrost my fridge every couple of months to get it to work

Well done.