F2
Simzlife
Main Control Board Failure
F2 code and compressor and fans do not start at all
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Burned relay contacts, Failed microcontroller on PCB, Surge‑damaged components
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the cooler before accessing the control board. Capacitors may hold a charge briefly after unplugging.
Steps:
- Confirm power: Test the wall outlet with another appliance. Check that the Simzlife power cord is firmly plugged in and undamaged.
- Access main PCB: Remove the rear service panel to locate the main control board.
- Visual inspection: Look for burnt spots, cracked solder joints, or swollen capacitors on the board.
- Connector check: Reseat all connectors, especially those going to the compressor, fans, and sensors.
- Board replacement: If there is visible damage or F2 persists after reseating connectors and power cycling, replace the main control board with the correct Simzlife part number.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Main Control Board
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