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E403

E403 - Compressor stopped due to freeze protection

Samsung · Air Conditioning

What does E403 mean?

The compressor has stopped operating to prevent freezing of the outdoor condenser, indicating a potential issue with refrigerant levels or airflow.

Common Causes

  • Freeze protection control activation.
  • Outdoor condenser issue.
  • Fan and motor operation issues.
  • Indoor unit heat exchanger sensor or inlet blockage.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Check the outdoor condenser for ice buildup.

  2. 2

    Verify whether the outdoor fan and motor operate normally.

  3. 3

    Check the indoor unit heat exchanger temperature sensor and for inlet blockage.

  4. 4

    Confirm the operation of the Electronic Expansion Valve (EEV).

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

Abnormal displayAbnormal outdoor LED display - Error modeAll LEDs offAll outdoor unit LEDs off - No powerC101/C102C101 or C102 - Indoor to outdoor communication error
Source: Samsung Air Conditioning
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