Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Light (Refrigerator Compartment) Replacement

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Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Light (Refrigerator Compartment) Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

1 - 10 minutes

Introduction

This guide shows how to remove and replace the refrigerator light in your Samsung RF28R7201SG refrigerator.

The Samsung fridge uses LED strips, which shouldn't break often. If your refrigerator compartment doesn't light up when you open the door, you may need to replace the light.

Tools

Parts

Samsung Refrigerator LED Light Assembly - DA97-12606B

Step 1

Unplug your refrigerator before you begin your repair.

Step 2

Open both French doors for the refrigerator compartment.

Step 3

Plastic clips hold the light cover in place.
Use a spudger to pry along the back edge of the light cover.
You can also use a flathead screwdriver, but be careful not to let the screwdriver slip, or you'll scratch your refrigerator surface.
Remove the light cover.

Step 4

Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 14.2 mm-long screws securing the light panel.

Step 5

Use a spudger or a flathead screwdriver to pry and loosen the light panel.
Don't try to remove the light panel yet, as it's connected to the refrigerator with a cable.