Samsung refrigerator 76C: Moisture is detected near Autofill

Documentation checkedBy ErrHiveUpdated October 28, 2026

THE SHORT ANSWER

Moisture is detected near Autofill.

76C or a blinking Autofill indicator means moisture protection has stopped pitcher filling. Dry and drain the compartment before retrying.

First safe check

Remove the pitcher and check its compartment for collected water.

Applies to

Samsung refrigerator families covered by the cited US guidance. Match the full model number and exact display; this is not an exact-model compatibility claim.

Before you start

Keep food protected while cooling is interrupted. Do not probe powered connectors, chip ice with a sharp tool, or open the sealed refrigerant system.

Go to safe checks

WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE

Symptoms to record

The refrigerator displays 76C.

WORK THROUGH THE BASICS

Safe troubleshooting checks

0 of 2 checked

Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.

Dry the compartment
Use the model instructions to drain any collection area and dry the pitcher compartment. Some models have a drain cap and others do not.
What to note
No collected water remains to trigger protection.
Reassemble the pitcher
Seat the pitcher correctly, confirm Autofill is enabled, and close the door.
What to note
Filling can resume if the moisture condition is resolved.

THE DETAILS MATTER

Scope & troubleshooting notes

How to interpret this result

Do not repeatedly toggle the fill setting while water remains in the compartment. Persistent moisture after correct reassembly needs investigation for its source.

YOUR NEXT DECISION

When to stop and get help

Arrange Samsung service if the condition remains after the listed owner checks, or if damage prevents completing them safely.

Record what you see

Keep the full model number, exact displayed code, and your observations together for the next conversation.

Use the right support

Contact the manufacturer or a qualified appliance technician when the guide calls for service.

Samsung support

THE EVIDENCE

Sources & verification

Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.

Samsung refrigerator error codes
Samsung US · Manufacturer support · Checked Oct 28, 2026
Do not erase codes; 5E; 39E; 40E — Samsung US refrigerators
Autofill water pitcher does not fill
Samsung · Manufacturer support · Checked Oct 28, 2026
Moisture protection and reassembly — Samsung US consumer support; check the model manual before applying a procedure.
Water leaks in a Samsung refrigerator
Samsung · Manufacturer support · Checked Oct 28, 2026
Leaks from the Autofill water pitcher — Samsung US consumer support; check the model manual before applying a procedure.

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