Owner’s manual
Error Codes
How to fix 26 C error code on Samsung refrigerator?
On the Samsung RSG257AARS side-by-side refrigerator, a 26C (also shown as 26E) error typically points to an ice maker problem, such as an ice maker ejection or position issue. Start by resetting power and checking for ice jams and bucket installation per the RSG257AARS user manual.
- Turn Ice Off on, wait 30 seconds, then turn it back off.
- Remove the ice bucket, break up clumped ice, and reinstall the bucket firmly.
- Check the ice chute for a jam (do not use sharp tools).
- Verify the freezer door closes fully; the dispenser will not operate with the door open.
- Confirm the water shut-off valve is open and the supply line is not kinked.
- Unplug the refrigerator (or switch off the breaker) for 5 minutes.
- Restore power and allow the control to reboot.
- If your ice maker has a Test button under the ice maker cover, press and hold it for about 3 seconds to run a harvest test.
- Watch for normal movement and listen for the fill cycle; if it stalls or repeats failures, the ice maker assembly or its wiring may need service.
The ice maker depends on correct water pressure and freezer temperature.
| Item to check | What “good” looks like | What can trigger 26C/26E |
|---|---|---|
| Water pressure | 20 to 125 psi | Low pressure, slow fill, small cubes |
| Freezer setting | Typically around -4°F | Warm freezer, slow or no harvest |
| Ice bucket seating | Clicks fully into place | “ICE OFF” blinking, no dispense |
When the ice maker cannot complete a harvest (eject) cycle or senses a position problem, it can stop ice production and keep posting the 26C/26E code. Clearing jams and restoring proper water flow often resolves it without parts.
For deeper ice-production troubleshooting steps, we also recommend why your Samsung fridge stopped making ice and how to fix it.
Last updated: January 2026
Can you get parts for a Samsung refrigerator?
Yes. For the Samsung RSG257AARS side-by-side refrigerator, we can help you identify and order replacement parts by matching the part to your exact model and the symptom you’re seeing (water dispensing, ice making, cooling, or broken shelving). Use the RSG257AARS user manual to confirm features, maintenance steps, and troubleshooting.
On the RSG257AARS, these are frequent wear items and service parts:
- Refrigerator water filter (the manual indicates a typical replacement interval of about 6 months)
- Ice maker and dispenser components (ice bucket, chute-area parts, switches)
- Door bins, shelves, drawers, and drawer covers
- Door gaskets (to improve sealing and reduce condensation)
- Water line tubing and fittings (if leaking or kinked)
- Temperature controls, sensors, and control board components (when cooling or display issues occur)
Samsung models can have version differences, so we recommend verifying details from the appliance label and the manual.
- Confirm the full model and version from the model and serial label inside the refrigerator
- Compare your symptom to the troubleshooting section
- Identify the part location (freezer door, fresh food section, rear machine compartment)
- For water and ice issues, confirm the shut-off valve is open and water pressure is adequate
| Symptom | Most likely part area | First check |
|---|---|---|
| Filter light is red | Water filter system | Replace filter, then reset indicator per manual |
| No ice dispensing | Ice bucket, chute, dispenser | Bucket seated fully, ice clumps in bucket |
| Water dispenser slow | Filter, water line, inlet valve | Kinked tubing, restricted filter |
| Condensation on doors | Door gasket, Energy Saver setting | Door closing, gasket condition |
Ordering by the exact model (RSG257AARS) helps prevent fit and compatibility problems, especially for dispenser parts, door-specific bins, and water filter housings.
For water filter help, we also recommend how to change the water filter in a Samsung refrigerator and Samsung refrigerator filter light reset explained.
Last updated: January 2026
What is the capacity of the Samsung rsg257aars?
The Samsung RSG257AARS is commonly listed at 24.5 cu. ft. total capacity (about 15.2 cu. ft. refrigerator and 9.3 cu. ft. freezer). In our model’s documentation, Samsung groups it in a “24.1 cubic feet and larger” capacity class; see the RSG257AARS use & care manual for model-specific features and operation.
Here are the two most common ways capacity is presented for this model:
- Retail spec listings often publish a rounded total and a compartment split
- Samsung documentation may state a capacity class (not a single exact number)
- Usable space can feel smaller with an in-door ice maker, bins, and shelves
- Comparisons are most accurate when you compare “total capacity” to “total capacity”
| Source type | What it typically shows | What it means for RSG257AARS |
|---|---|---|
| Retail specification | Total plus refrigerator/freezer breakdown | 24.5 total; 15.2 fresh food; 9.3 freezer |
| Use & care manual / warranty grouping | Capacity class | “24.1 cubic feet and larger capacity” class |
Even when both sources are reputable, capacity can vary slightly depending on how it’s calculated and rounded.
- Rounding to the nearest tenth (or half) cubic foot
- Different reporting of “total” vs. “usable” storage
- Configuration differences that affect space you can actually load
Capacity helps you plan food storage and compare side-by-side refrigerators, but small differences usually do not change day-to-day usability as much as shelf layout and the in-door ice system.
Last updated: January 2026
Is it worth it to repair a Samsung refrigerator?
Yes, repairing a Samsung RSG257AARS refrigerator is often worth it when the problem is a replaceable part (ice maker, fan, defrost, dispenser, or water system) and the unit otherwise cools normally; sealed-system work (compressor or refrigerant leak) is usually the point where replacement becomes the better value.
This model’s manual supports troubleshooting and settings checks that help you decide whether you’re dealing with a “contained” repair or a major cooling-system issue.
- Recommended temperatures are -4°F (freezer) and 38°F (fridge)
- Freezer set range: 8°F to -14°F
- Fridge set range: 34°F to 46°F
- If the display keeps blinking, the manual suggests a power reset (unplug about 10 minutes, then plug back in)
- Water pressure for ice maker operation: 20 to 125 psi
For model-specific checks and troubleshooting steps, use the RSG257AARS user manual.
We use the repair estimate compared to the price of a comparable replacement side-by-side.
| Repair estimate vs replacement cost | Typical recommendation |
|---|---|
| Under 25% | Repair is usually worth it |
| 25% to 50% | Repair if condition is good and failures are not repeating |
| Over 50% | Replacement is usually the better value |
These are commonly one-part or one-system fixes.
- Ice maker not making ice (water supply, bucket seating, door switch, ice-off setting)
- Water dispenser low flow (filter, air in line, supply valve partially closed)
- Frost buildup blocking airflow (defrost heater, defrost sensor, control issue)
- Noisy operation from fans (evaporator fan or condenser fan)
- Filter indicator light on (filter change and reset)
If your decision hinges on the water filter system, follow Samsung refrigerator filter light reset explained to confirm the reset steps after a filter change.
These tend to be high-cost and higher-risk because they involve the sealed refrigeration system.
- Compressor not running or not pumping properly
- Refrigerant leak or sealed-system restriction
- Repeated “not cooling” after prior major cooling repairs
On a side-by-side like the Samsung RSG257AARS, airflow and stable temperatures drive performance. Fixing an isolated component can restore normal cooling quickly; sealed-system repairs can approach replacement value.
Last updated: January 2026
