Fisher & Paykel Fisher & Paykel RS36A72J1 36-Inch Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ActiveSmart and Ice Maker F20 Error Fix: Compressor Fault

Error code F20 on the Fisher & Paykel Fisher & Paykel RS36A72J1 36-Inch Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ActiveSmart and Ice Maker means: Compressor Fault. The compressor is not starting, is drawing excessive current, or the compressor relay has failed — the compressor start relay and overload protector may need replacement; listen for clicking sounds (relay trying to start) or humming (compressor seized); a failed compressor is a major repair and may warrant appliance replacement depending on age

The most successful fix is "Test and Replace Compressor Start Relay and Overload Protector" (hard difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$25. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Replace Compressor Start Relay and Overload Protector") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: Multimeter, Needle-nose pliers, T20 Torx screwdriver.

DIY cost: $15-$25. Professional repair typically costs $200-$350. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Fisher & Paykel Fisher & Paykel RS36A72J1 36-Inch Built-In French Door Refrigerator with ActiveSmart and Ice Maker has 8 other known error codes, including: F1 (Defrost Sensor Fault), F10 (Evaporator Fan Fault), F11 (Condenser Fan Fault), F14 (Ice Maker Fault), F15 (Ice Maker Fill Tube Frozen), and 3 more.

Error code F20 also appears on 1 other Fisher & Paykel model: Fisher & Paykel RF170WDRJX5 17.1 cu ft ActiveSmart Bottom Mount Counter Depth Refrigerator with Ice and Water. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.