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Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement

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Time Required: 5 - 15 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement

Introduction

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

The control panel contains the buttons to change the refrigerator settings, as well as a display for current settings. The panel can become damaged and inoperative from prolonged moisture exposure.

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    1. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement, Unplug your refrigerator: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Unplug your refrigerator before you begin your repair.

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    1. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement, Open the refrigerator doors: step 2, image 1 of 2 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement, Open the refrigerator doors: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Open both French doors for the refrigerator compartment.

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    1. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement, Loosen the control panel: step 3, image 1 of 3 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement, Loosen the control panel: step 3, image 2 of 3 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement, Loosen the control panel: step 3, image 3 of 3
      • The control panel has plastic clips around its perimeter that secure it to the refrigerator wall.

      • Insert a spudger into the seam along the right edge of the control panel.

      • You can also use a flathead screwdriver, but be careful not to let the screwdriver slip, or you'll scratch your refrigerator surface.

      • Press the spudger in firmly and pry to loosen the panel.

      • Use your spudger to slide and pry around the control panel to loosen it from the refrigerator wall.

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    2. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Flip the control panel over to reveal the cable connector.

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    3. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Use your fingers to slide the cable connector out of its socket.

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    4. Samsung RF28R7201SG Refrigerator Control Panel Replacement, Remove the control panel: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the control panel.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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