Samsung Refrigerator OF OF Error
What it means
'OF OF' on a Samsung refrigerator isn't a fault — it means the fridge is in Demo/Cooling Off mode (used in stores). The lights and display work but it won't cool. You can turn it off in seconds with a button combination.
The bottom line on the OF OF error
OF OF is not a fault — it means the fridge is in Demo, or Cooling Off, mode, so the lights and display work but it will not cool. This is a settings issue you can clear yourself in seconds, not a breakdown. The common trap is assuming the fridge is broken and paying for a service call when nothing is wrong.
The smart first move is to find the button combo for your model and hold it about 8 seconds until you hear a chime and OF OF disappears. It costs nothing and there is no part to replace.
OF OF snapshot
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Common causes of the OF OF error
- Demo mode (also called Cooling Off / Shop mode) was turned on
- Accidental activation of the button combo
- Fridge was set to demo mode at the store and never disabled
Which Samsung refrigerators get the OF OF error
Seen across Samsung's French-door, side-by-side, and top/bottom-freezer lines (RF, RS, RT, and RB series) from roughly 2012 onward, including Family Hub models. Because it's a display setting rather than a hardware fault, it can appear on almost any modern Samsung fridge that shipped with a demo/store mode.
How to fix the Samsung Refrigerator OF OF error
- 1Find the right button combo for your modelThe exact combo varies by model, so check your panel or user manual. Common combinations Samsung documents: pre-2015 units — the top two left buttons; post-2015 units — the top two left buttons plus the top right button; French-door models — Power Freeze and Freezer (add the Fridge button if needed); Bespoke and 2021+ models — hold the < and > arrows for 6 seconds, then press the O (power) button.
- 2Press and hold to exit demo modePress and hold the correct buttons together for about 8 seconds, until you hear a chime and 'OF OF' disappears. On Family Hub / Fridge Manager models, instead open Apps, then Fridge Manager, then Fridge Settings, then Cooling Off, then Deactivate.
- 3Confirm cooling startsThe display should show normal temperatures and the compressor should begin cooling. Give it a few hours to reach temperature.
🧰 When to call a professional
This is a settings issue, not a breakdown — you rarely need a technician. Only call if cooling doesn't resume after exiting demo mode.
Samsung OF OF vs Samsung 22E: how they compare
How this code stacks up against related error codes for difficulty, urgency, and cost.
| Samsung OF OF | Samsung 22E | |
|---|---|---|
| DIY difficulty (1–5) | 1 | 4 |
| Urgency (1–5) | 2 | 3 |
| Typical cost | $ | $$ |
How much does it cost to fix the OF OF error?
| DIY fix (exit demo mode) | $0 |
| Professional repair (parts + labor) | $0 (not needed) |
| New appliance replacement | $0 (not needed) |
Repair or replace?
There is nothing to repair or replace here — 'OF OF' is Cooling Off / demo mode, not a breakdown. Exiting demo mode with the button combo is completely free and takes seconds, so don't let anyone sell you a part or a service call for it. Only if the fridge still won't cool after you've confirmed demo mode is off would you look at an actual cooling fault (and then the 50 percent rule applies: repairs over about half the price of a new fridge, on a unit 8+ years old, favor replacement).
Common replacement parts for the OF OF error
| No parts required | $0 | This is a settings change, not a hardware repair — no replacement part is involved. |
Prices are typical retail ranges and vary by model and supplier — always confirm the exact part number for your appliance before buying.
Samsung OF OF error — FAQ
＋ − What does OF OF mean on a Samsung fridge?
It means the refrigerator is in demo (Cooling Off) mode and isn't cooling. It's a setting, not a malfunction.
＋ − How do I turn off OF OF mode?
Press and hold the correct button combo for your model for about 8 seconds until you hear a chime and 'OF OF' clears. The combo varies by model — on many units it is the top two left buttons (add the top right button on post-2015 models); on Bespoke and 2021+ models hold the < and > arrows for 6 seconds, then press the O button.
＋ − Why did my fridge go into OF OF mode?
Usually it was set in demo mode at the store, or the button combo was pressed accidentally.
Sources & manufacturer references
This guide is independently written and not affiliated with Samsung. Always unplug appliances before servicing and follow your model's manual. Error codes and steps can vary by model — when in doubt, consult a qualified technician.