Samsung RF26HFENDSR/AA-02 refrigerator Parts

On the Samsung RF26HFENDSR refrigerator, the water filter is typically located inside the fresh food compartment; check the upper-right rear corner area or the area between the crisper drawers, depending on your exact configuration. The quickest way to confirm the exact spot is to follow the filter-change section in the RF26HFENDSR owner's manual.

How to find it fast

• Open both fresh food doors and look along the back wall near the top right.
• Check the center area just above or between the crisper drawers.
• Look for a short, twist-in cartridge housing or a small filter cover.
• If you see a filter indicator light on the control panel, it tracks filter life, not filter location.
• If your unit is set up to run without a filter, you may see a bypass-style connection instead.

Do I have a filter installed right now?

You have a filter housing location on this model, but whether a cartridge is installed depends on how the refrigerator was set up.

Use this quick check:

What you see	What it usually means	What to do next
A cartridge already in the housing	Filter is installed	Replace on schedule and reset the indicator if needed
An empty housing or cap/bypass piece	Filter not installed or bypassed	Install the correct cartridge for your setup
Water line connected but no cartridge present	Often configured “without the water filter”	Follow the manual steps for your preferred configuration

Why it matters

A correctly installed filter helps protect water taste and flow, and it reduces the chance of dispenser and ice maker performance issues caused by restricted filtration or an incorrect bypass setup.

Parts and help for this model

If you are troubleshooting water flow or ice production after a filter change, we recommend using the steps in the why your Samsung fridge stopped making ice and how to fix it guide. You can also order replacement parts for your refrigerator from the parts list for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

To reset your Samsung bottom-mount refrigerator model RF26HFENDSR, unplug the refrigerator for about 10 minutes, then plug it back in. This power reset clears many control glitches and often stops a blinking temperature display (after temps return to normal). See the owner's manual for the exact control and display behavior for your unit.

When a reset is the right fix

A reset helps most when the refrigerator is acting “stuck” after a power event or heavy door use.

• Temperature display is blinking and does not stop after doors have been closed
• Controls seem unresponsive or the display is behaving oddly
• Cooling was temporarily affected by frequent door openings or warm food loads
• You want to clear a minor electronic glitch without replacing parts

Reset steps (power reset)

1. Close both fresh food doors and the freezer drawer.
2. Unplug the refrigerator (or switch off the circuit breaker).
3. Wait around 10 minutes.
4. Restore power.
5. Allow time for temperatures to stabilize; the display should stop blinking once normal set temps are reached.

What to check if the display keeps blinking

Blinking usually means the compartment temperature is not yet back to the setpoint, or the refrigerator is still recovering.

• Confirm doors and freezer drawer are closing fully and sealing
• Avoid loading large amounts of warm food until temps stabilize
• Make sure the unit is level; uneven doors can lead to moisture and temperature swings
• Listen for the evaporator fan running after the unit restarts

Quick symptom guide

Symptom after reset	Most common cause	What we recommend
Blinking stops after cooling	Normal recovery	Give it several hours to stabilize
Blinking continues for a long time	Door not sealing, airflow issue, or cooling problem	Check door closure and airflow; review the Samsung rf26 model french door refrigerator error codes guide
No cooling at all	Sealed system or control issue	Stop using if temps rise; schedule service and use the parts list on this model page to match components

Why it matters

A proper reset protects food safety and helps the control board re-establish normal cooling logic after temperature spikes from frequent door openings or warm food loads.

Last updated: February 2026

On a Samsung RF26HFENDSR refrigerator, code 26 (often shown as 26E or 26C) points to an ice maker-related fault, commonly tied to the ice maker’s movement or position feedback. We focus troubleshooting on the ice maker area first, then confirm the unit is cooling and getting proper water supply per the owner's manual.

What code 26 usually means

Code 26 is most commonly triggered when the refrigerator detects the ice maker is not completing a normal cycle.

Common causes include:

• Ice maker jam (ice cubes stuck in the mold or chute)
• Ice maker mechanism not returning to the “home” position
• Freezer temperature too warm for consistent harvest
• Water supply issue (valve closed, low pressure, frozen fill tube)
• Ice maker component failure (assembly, module, or sensing)

Quick checks we recommend (in order)

• Power reset: Unplug the refrigerator for 5 minutes, then plug it back in (this is a standard safe reset step).
• Inspect for jams: Remove the ice bin and check for clumped ice or obstruction.
• Confirm freezer temp: Make sure the freezer is set cold enough for ice production.
• Check water supply: Verify the shutoff valve is fully open and the line is not kinked.
• Look for icing: Frost buildup around the ice maker area can interfere with movement.

Parts that commonly relate to code 26 on this model

If the code returns after clearing jams and resetting power, these parts are common suspects for RF26HFENDSR:

Symptom you see	Most likely area	Example part from this model’s list
No harvest, repeated error	Ice maker assembly	Samsung refrigerator ice maker assembly DA97-07603B
Motor/module not cycling correctly	Ice maker drive/module	Refrigerator ice maker module DA59-00294B
Temps inconsistent, ice maker acts “random”	Temperature sensing	Refrigerator temperature sensor DA32-10104N

Why it matters

When the ice maker cannot complete a cycle, it can stop ice production entirely and sometimes cause repeated beeping or recurring error displays. Fixing the root cause (jam, temperature, water supply, or a failed ice maker component) restores normal cubed ice operation.

For replacement parts for your RF26HFENDSR, use the parts list for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

For Samsung refrigerators like model RF26HFENDSR, the most common problems are cooling issues (warm fresh food section or freezer) and ice maker problems. These typically trace back to airflow restrictions, defrost system trouble (frost buildup), or a failed sensor, fan, or control component; see the RF26HFENDSR owner's manual for model-specific troubleshooting steps.

Most common symptoms we see

• Fresh food section warms up but freezer seems OK
• Freezer warms up or soft ice
• Heavy frost or ice buildup on the evaporator cover
• Ice maker stops producing ice or makes small/hollow cubes
• Water leaks or puddles from a clogged/iced drain
• Temperature swings and food spoiling faster than normal

What usually causes those symptoms

Cooling and ice issues are often caused by one of these conditions:

• Blocked airflow: Overpacked shelves or blocked air vents can overcool or warm sections.
• Defrost system failure: Frost buildup can choke airflow and reduce cooling.
• Temperature sensing problems: A bad sensor can misread temps and drive incorrect cooling.
• Evaporator fan problems: Weak or stalled airflow in the fresh food compartment.
• Ice maker component failure: Mechanical or electrical failure in the ice maker assembly.

Parts that commonly relate to these problems (for RF26HFENDSR)

Symptom	Common area	Example part on this model
Warm temps, erratic temps	Temperature sensing	Refrigerator temperature sensor DA32-10104N
Frost buildup, warm fridge	Defrost system	Refrigerator defrost heater DA47-00244U
Warm fresh food section	Air movement at evaporator	Refrigerator fresh food evaporator cover and fan assembly DA97-12609B
No ice or poor ice	Ice maker	Samsung refrigerator ice maker assembly DA97-07603B

Quick checks before replacing parts

1. Confirm vents are not blocked by food packages.
2. Set temps to typical targets (about 37°F fresh food, 0°F freezer) and allow 24 hours to stabilize.
3. Look for frost buildup behind the evaporator cover (a strong clue of defrost trouble).
4. If you will not use ice/water for an extended period, close the water valve to prevent leaks.
5. If power was interrupted, wait at least 5 minutes before plugging the refrigerator back in.

Why it matters

Cooling and ice maker problems often share the same root cause: restricted airflow or a defrost issue that creates frost buildup. Fixing the underlying airflow or defrost problem prevents repeat warm-temperature events and helps the ice maker perform normally.

For parts and diagrams specific to RF26HFENDSR, order from the parts list for this model or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026