Samsung RH22H9010SR/AA-02 refrigerator Parts

The Samsung RH22H9010SR is a 36-inch counter-depth side-by-side refrigerator with about 21.5 cu. ft. of total capacity. For the exact height, width, depth, and required clearances for your kitchen cutout, use the specifications section in the RH22H9010SR owner's manual.

When customers ask how big a refrigerator is, we recommend confirming these four measurements at home:

• Overall width (cabinet and doors)
• Overall height (floor to top hinge cover)
• Overall depth (cabinet only vs. with handles)
• Door swing clearance (space needed to fully open doors and drawers)

If you are replacing an older unit, also measure the path into the home (doorways, hallways, and turns).

Most 36-inch counter-depth side-by-side refrigerators are designed to align closely with standard countertops, but depth varies depending on handles and door design.

Getting the exact dimensions right prevents common install problems like doors that cannot open fully, a refrigerator that sticks out farther than expected, or airflow clearance issues that can reduce cooling performance.

If you are moving or reinstalling the refrigerator, it is a good time to replace the water filter and flush the water line so the dispenser and ice maker perform normally. The correct filter for this model is the refrigerator water filter DA29-00020B.

Last updated: January 2026

If your Samsung RH22H9010SR is running but not cooling, the most common causes are restricted airflow, dirty condenser coils, a fan not moving air, or frost buildup from a defrost problem. Start with a power reset and airflow checks, then inspect fans and frost patterns.

• Confirm the refrigerator is not in Demo (Cooling Off) mode; check the display indicators in the RH22H9010SR owner's manual.
• Make sure air vents inside both compartments are not blocked by food packages.
• Verify both doors fully close and the gaskets seal all the way around.
• Set temperatures to typical targets: 37°F fresh food and 0°F freezer.
• Clean dust from the condenser area (unplug first).

1. Power reset: unplug for 5 minutes, then restore power.
2. Airflow check: leave 1-2 inches of space around interior vents.
3. Condenser cleaning: vacuum brush dust from the condenser area and grille.
4. Frost check: look for thick frost behind the freezer rear panel (a strong defrost clue).
5. Fan check: listen for the condenser fan near the compressor and the evaporator fan in the freezer.

A refrigerator can sound “normal” while temperatures rise because cooling depends on heat removal (condenser coils and condenser fan) and cold-air circulation (evaporator fan and damper). Fixing airflow and frost issues early helps prevent food spoilage and repeat icing.

For Samsung-specific fault indicators and display codes that can narrow this down fast, use Samsung rh22 and rh29 models side by side refrigerator error codes.

Last updated: January 2026

For Samsung refrigerators like model RH22H9010SR, the most common customer-reported problems involve the ice maker (no ice, clumping, freezing up) and cooling symptoms (warm fresh food section, frost buildup, noisy fans). These issues often trace back to airflow restrictions, ice buildup, or a failing fan or control component.

• Ice maker stops producing ice or makes small/hollow cubes
• Ice clumps in the bin or the ice chute area freezes up
• Fresh food section warms while the freezer seems normal
• Frost or ice buildup on the back wall or around vents
• Fan noise, clicking, or intermittent cooling
• Water leaking inside the refrigerator or pooling underneath

1. Confirm temperatures: set freezer near 0°F and refrigerator near 37°F, then allow 24 hours to stabilize.
2. Check airflow: make sure food packages are not blocking vents in either compartment.
3. Inspect for ice buildup: heavy frost usually points to a defrost or airflow problem.
4. Verify water supply (ice and dispenser): confirm the shutoff valve is fully open and the line is not kinked.
5. Reset and test: follow the reset steps and diagnostics in the owner's manual.

If the basic checks point to a specific failure, these are common repair paths for RH22H9010SR:

Ice maker and cooling problems can quickly lead to food spoilage, excess frost, and longer compressor run times. Catching airflow and ice buildup early helps protect major components like the compressor and inverter.

• Use the Samsung rh22 and rh29 models side by side refrigerator error codes guide to match any display code to a likely system (fan, defrost, sensor, or communication).
• For ice-specific symptoms, follow why your Samsung fridge stopped making ice and how to fix it to narrow down water supply, freezing, and ice maker faults.

Last updated: January 2026

If your Samsung RH22H9010SR dispenses water but won’t make ice, the most common causes are the ice maker being turned off, the freezer being too warm, an ice jam, or restricted flow through the filter or fill tube. Use the RH22H9010SR owner's manual to confirm the exact ice maker ON/OFF and test steps.

• Confirm the ice maker is switched ON and the ice bin is seated fully.
• Set the freezer to 0°F (typical target for ice production).
• Dump old clumped ice; check for a jam at the ice chute door.
• Replace the water filter if it is overdue or flow seems weaker; use refrigerator water filter DA29-00020B.
• Make sure the water supply valve to the refrigerator is fully open.
• After any change, allow 12 to 24 hours for normal ice production.

1. Check freezer temperature first: If the freezer is above about 10°F, the ice maker often stops cycling.
2. Inspect the fill tube (behind/above the ice maker): If it is frozen, thaw it with the freezer door open for a short period (protect food), then restore temperature.
3. Look for an ice maker stall: If the mold is dry and never fills, suspect a frozen fill tube or a fill problem.
4. Reset/test the ice maker (per the manual): Many Samsung units have a test/reset routine that forces a harvest cycle.

Ice makers need colder temperatures and a clear fill path; the water dispenser can still work even when the ice maker fill tube is partially frozen or the ice maker is disabled.

Last updated: January 2026