Some refrigerators have a child lock control lock that locks the control panel and the dispenser at the same time.
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If that still won t reset the child lock you need to order and replace the control board inside the door because it s just shorted for one reason or another.
This appears on panels that are located outside of the refrigerator and can be locked or unlocked by holding ice maker off until you hear a chime 3 seconds.
The buttons on the display panel will not function while the child lock is on.
If the above troubleshooting steps didn t help here are some service options.
Child lock on samsung washing machines allows you to lock the buttons so that your selected cycle can t be changed.
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To use the child lock function press child lock button for 3 seconds.
When the child lock function is engaged the following buttons will not work.
Did you also try unplugging the refrigerator for 2 minutes.
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When it comes to your water dispenser you ll want to make sure everything is in working order otherwise it may not dispense properly or your water and ice may taste bad.
For example you should check if the water line is connected correctly and if the water filter is clogged.
Correcting the issue with your panel may be as easy as turning off child lock or cycling the power.
Also the water and ice dispenser will not work when the child lock function is engaged on 2008 models and newer.
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Whenever your refrigerator panel is not working the good news is that the refrigerator will maintain the temperature and other settings it last had so your food doesn t spoil.
It s also a good idea to check if the water pressure is adequate if ice has become clumped and if child lock is.
If the child lock won t remove by holding down the icon for 3 seconds try to unplug the refrigerator for 5 minutes.
Press and hold the child lock button for three to five seconds the child lock indicator will light up when it is active and the control panel will lock press and hold the ice off button for three to five seconds press and hold the vacation and the fridge buttons for three seconds the fridge button is often the same button that controls the temperature.
If you have performed all reset options you can reach out to our family hub support line at 1 800 samsung for additional troubleshooting steps before proceeding with service.
