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C422

C422 - EEV or valve close error-self diagnosis

Samsung · Air Conditioning

What does C422 mean?

The electronic expansion valve (EEV) or another internal valve has a detected error during self-diagnosis, indicating it may be stuck closed or malfunctioning.

Common Causes

  • Faulty EEV
  • Debris obstructing the valve
  • Electrical issue with valve control
  • Control board error

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Turn off the air conditioner at the main power supply, wait 5 minutes, then restart.

  2. 2

    Observe if the unit's cooling or heating performance is severely impacted.

  3. 3

    If the error persists, contact a qualified service technician to inspect the EEV or other valves.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Samsung Air Conditioning
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