Samsung RFG297AAWP User's Manual
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1. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE US 800 SAMSUNG PA AA Samsung Electronics America Inc 400 Valley 800 726 7864 9 Road Suite 201 Mt Arlington NJ 07956 Samsung Electronics Canada Inc Customer CANADA A www samsung com ca Service 55 Standish Court Mississauga Ontario 800 726 7864 L5R 4B2 Canada2. To relocate the drawer Place the bin into the rail assembly To remove the divider Pull the divider straight up To relocate the divider Hook the top corners of divider 1 over the hole of the bin 2 Operating _31 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door neirgerator CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ tree Cleaning the Interior Ik Clean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent ce and then wipe dry with a soft cloth You can remove the drawers and shelves for a more thorough cleaning Just make sure to dry drawers and shelves before putting them back into place Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a damp clean soft cloth Do not spray water directly on the surface of the Refrigerator The doors handles and cabinet surfaces should be cleaned with a mild detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth To keep your appliance looking its best the exterior should be polished once or twice a year A N Do not use Benzene Thinner or Clorox for cleaning They may CAUTION damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire Prin
3. Example The slope is about 2mm 0 08inch as shown below Reference plane Rotate the Height Adjuster to 2 0 to reduce the door slope After adjustment first tighten screw 3 and then screw 2 Setting Up _17 setting up your French Door kefngerator CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE A water dispenser is one of the helpful features on your new Samsung Refrigerator To help promote better health the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles from your water However it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that In order for the ice maker to operate properly a water pressure of 20 125 psi pound per square inch is required Under normal conditions a 170 cc 5 75 oz cup can be filled in 10 seconds If the Refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure below 20psi you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure Make sure the water storage tank inside the Refrigerator is properly filled To do this press the water dispenser lever until the water runs from the water outlet Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from your dealer We recommend using a water supply kit that contains copper tubing Connecting to the water supply line 1 First shut off the main water supply line and turn the ice maker off 2 Locate the nearest cold water drinking line 3 After connecting the water
4. 3 Insert the upper hinges 9 into the holes at the top of the doors With a wrench 13 32 insert and tighten the 3 hex head bolts 7 into the upper left and right door hinges With a philips head screwdriver insert and tighten the 9 ground screw 8 into the upper left and right door hinges 12 Setting Up REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS 4 Connect the water line 5 and then insert a clip on the coupler with pulling tube Connect the one connector 4 on left side door and two connectors 3 at each side of the top cap The clip is enveloped inside of the top cap Red Clip 1 4 Cabinet Tube dN ONILLAS LO Dispenser Door Tube Line A The water line 5 must be fully inserted to the marked line to prevent camon Water leakage from the dispenser coupler 5 Position the Top Table 2 in place With a philips head screwdriver insert and tighten the 3 screws into the Hinge Cover With the door opened reinsert the Hinge Cover cap 1 and close the doors When reattaching the hinge cover make sure that the wires are not pressed or damaged by the hinge cover Setting Up 13 Setting Up your French Door Refrigerator ASSEMBLE THE FREEZER DRAWER 1 Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet 2 Attach the freezer door front onto the open slots on the sides 3 Tighten 4 hex head bolts
5. Mercury pH8 5 6 29 ug L 0 006 10 O7ugl 0 002mgl 2ug L J 00039586 9 p Dichlorobenzene 237 5 ug L 0 075 mg L J 00029749 Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts Operating 35 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door etngerator WATER FILTER CERTIFICATION State of California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 04 1660 Date Issued July 7 2004 Date Revised June 2 2008 Trademark Model Designation Replacement Elements Samsung DA61 00159A B DA29 00003 Samsung DA97 06317A DA29 00003G Manufacturer Cuno Incorporated The water treatment device s listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Cysts Asbestos Turbidity Lead Mercury Organic Contaminants Benzene Carbofuran p Dichlorobenzene Rated Service Capacity 300 gal Rated Service Flow 0 5 gpm Conditions of Certification Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality except that systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts 36_ Operating FOOD STORAGE TIPS Refrigerator Storage Tips DAIRY PRODUCTS 2 3 Weeks 6 9 Months Wrap or cover tightly Milk 1 2 Weeks Not recommended Check date code Most milk a
6. e Designed to handle large bulky items such as gallons of milk or other large DOOR BINS 9 a a a 3 m bottles and containers gt j Designed to be crack resistant the shelves can be used to store all types of food GB NANG GLASS and drinks Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon and can usually be wiped clean with a damp cloth Best place to keep eggs EGG CONTAINER Place the container on the shelf for easy access Used to preserve the freshness of your stored vegetables and fruits 5 Maam 8 FRUIT This drawer has been specifically designed to control the level of humidity within the compartment Keep vegetables and fruits separate when possible Coos AECT Can be used for large party trays deli items pizza beverages or PANER miscellaneous items Do not place any large articles of food under the lamp in the Refrigerator An air sensor is located near the lamp and if the sensor is blocked your Refrigerator may become too cold Please place Vegetable and Fruits in the Vegetable and Fruits drawers to avoid freezing them If the food in your Refrigerator becomes frozen please set the temperature higher STORING FOOD IN THE FREEZER DRAWER 7 AUTO PULL OUT Best used to store meats or dry foods Stored food should be placed in a DRAWER container or wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials TILTING POCKET Can be used for small packages of frozen food Y
7. 9 4 Lift the door straight up to remove 5 With a Philips head screwdriver remove the screw 10 attached to the lower left and right door hinges With a wrench 3 16 remove the two hex head bolts 11 attached to the lower left and right door hinges Remove the lower left and right door hinges 12 10 Setting Up DISASSEMBLE THE FREEZER DRAWER 1 Take out the upper drawer by lifting it up 2 Remove the tilting pocket 1 by pulling both brackets 2 upward at the same time 3 Take out the lower basket 3 by lifting the basket up from the rail system 4 Remove four 10mm hex head bolts from both sides 5 Lift the freezer door up from the rails Setting Up 11 dN ONILLAS LO Setting Up your French Door Refrigerator REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Assemble the Refrigerator doors 1 Reattach the lower left and right door hinges 12 With a Philios head screwdriver insert and tighten the screw 10 into the lower left and right door hinges With a wrench 13 16 insert and tighten the 2 hex head bolts 11 into the lower left and right door hinges 2 Place the hole in the bottom of the door over the lower hinge 12 Be careful not to miss the hinge cap because it can be easily taken off MG
8. and raise the front side of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry then lift the divider out To relocate the divider Hook the back of the divider over the rear wall of the pantry and push the divider down USING THE DOORS The Refrigerator doors ensure that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed When the Refrigerator door is only partially open it will automatically close The door will stay open when opened more than 3 Inches USING THE TILTING POCKET The Tilting Pocket can be used to store up to a 16 pizza if you place it as shown in the illustration 30 Operating REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1 Tilting Pocket To remove Pull the brackets 1 upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the pocket To replace Hook the ends of the pocket into both brackets _ 1 and push down until it locks into place ONILVHIdO Z0 2 Auto Pull out Drawer To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out To relocate Place the drawer onto the rails by tilting it up Lower the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the drawer in 3 Freezer Drawer Bin To remove the drawer Pull the drawer out fully Tilt up the rear of the bin and lift it out to remove
9. completely with a socket wrench 7 1 6inch 4 Insert the lower basket 6 into the rail system 5 Hook the ends of the tilting pocket 7 onto the support guard and push down until they lock into place 6 Insert the upper drawer Remove 2 pieces of tape 1 attached to the side of the drawer bin Reattach the tape in the same position when moving the refrigerator to prevent scratching the drawer bin 14 setting up ADJUSTING THE DOORS Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator you want to make sure the Refrigerator is level so that you can make final adjustments If the Refrigerator is not level it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even When the Left door is lower than the Right door Insert a flat blade screwdriver into a notch on the left control lever turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the left door dN ONILLAS LO fA aa a G Control Lever Screwdriver When the Left door is higher than the Right door Insert a flat blade screwdriver into a notch on the right control lever turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the right door LZ A Ng Control Lever Screwdriver iY We do not recommend making small adjustments with the control lever Instead refer to the next page for the best way to make minor adjustments to the
10. cord that has a 3 blade ground plug and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC 115V 120V 10A or more Additionally if a grounding adapter is used make sure the receptacle box is also fully grounded 4 Safety Information CAUTION SIGNS Use good judgment when filling the Refrigerator with food and drinks e n an overtull Refrigerator heavy fragile bulky or breakable items may fall out and cause personal injury and or damage to surrounding objects Do not put bottles or glass containers in the Freezer drawer e When the contents freeze and then expand the glass may break and cause personal injury or leave dangerous glass shards in the Freezer If the electrical wall socket is loose do not insert the power plug e There is a risk of electric shock or fire Have the plug looked at by a licensed electrician N Never unplug your Refrigerator by pulling on the power cord e Always grip the power cord firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Yanking or pulling on the power cord may cause a short circuit fire and or electric shock e A damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or qualified service personnel Do not store articles on the top of the appliance e When you open or close the door the articles may fall and cause personal injury and or damage to surrounding objects Do not store pharmaceut
11. display set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a warmer temperature e s the temperature in the room too low e Did you store the food with high water content in the coldest part of the Refrigerator Try moving those items into the body of the Refrigerator instead of keeping them in the Cool Select Pantry ONILOOHSITANOYL 0 e Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable e s the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating e Was anything dropped behind or under the Refrigerator e A ticking sound is heard from inside the Refrigerator It is normal and occurs because various accessories are contracting or expanding according to the temperature of the Refrigerator interior e Some heat is normal as anti condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of the Refrigerator to prevent condensation e Is the Refrigerator door ajar Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for a long time e Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice e s the water line connected and the shut off valve opened e Did you manually stop the ice making function e s the Freezer temperature too warm Try setting the Freezer temperature lower e This is normal The bubbling comes from the Refrigerator coolant liquid circulating through the Refrigerator e Check for spoiled food e Foods with strong odors for example f
12. place or place where it may come in contact with water e Wet and or deteriorated insulation of the internal electrical parts may cause electric shock or fire Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the Refrigerator e Storing benzene thinner alcohol ether LP gas and other such products may cause explosions Do not disassemble or repair the Refrigerator by yourself e You may run the risk of fire appliance malfunctions and or personal injury Call your nearest service center for help from a qualified service technician Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light e Changing the light while the Refrigerator is plugged in may cause electric shock If you wish to dispose of the Refrigerator remove the doors and seals before throwing it away e The doors and their seals can entrap a child if they climb into the Refrigerator Make sure that the doors are off and ensure that no one is suffocated by being locked inside The Refrigerator must be safely grounded e Always make sure that you have grounded the Refrigerator before attempting to investigate or repair any part of the appliance Power leakages can cause severe electric shock Never use gas pipes telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground e Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock If it is necessary to use an extension cord to power the Refrigerator use only a 3 wire extension
13. select your Pantry temperature from among Fresh 38 F 3 C Chilled 34 F O C and Deli 41 F 5 C modes Selection Button 1 When Deli is selected the temperature of the pantry will be kept around 41 F 5 C This feature helos keep food fresh for a long time 2 When Fresh is selected the temperature of the pantry will be kept around 38 F 3 C This feature helps keep food fresh for a longer time 3 When Chilled is selected the temperature of the pantry will be kept around 34 F 1 C This feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for a Chilled longer time Deli Fresh Chilled pineapple cucumbers Steaks lemon apples hard cheeses avocado oranges cold cuts potato grapes bacon Zucchinis hot dogs corn Fruits and vegetables may be damaged under the Chilled setting Do not store lettuce or other leafy produce in this pantry A Do not store glass bottles in this pantry If they are frozen they can break and cause personal injury 28_ Operating REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR ACCESSORIES 1 Door Bins amp Dairy Compartment To remove Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out To relocate Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops A N Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly assembled CAUTION Do not allow children to play with bins Sharp corners of the bins may cause injury Do not adjust a bin full of f
14. shall not apply to the following including but not limited to damage which occurs in shipment delivery and installation applications and uses for which this product was not intended altered product or serial numbers cosmetic damage or exterior finish accidents abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature use of products equipment systems utilities services parts supplies accessories applications installations repairs external plumbing and leaks external wiring circuit breakers fuses or connectors not supplied and authorized by Samsung or which damage this product or result in service problems incorrect electrical line voltage fluctuations and surges customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions cleaning maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction book loss of food due to spoilage consumable items including filters and light bulbs 40_ Warranty THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS FAILU
15. supply with water filter turn on water supply and Hush 3 gallons through filter before use flush approximately 6 minutes TAH Cold water line a 2 Pipe clamp a 3 Water line installation kit LGE IS WIN Wy 4 Shut off valve UN nce 18 Setting Up INSTALLING THE WATER LINE Connecting the water line to the Refrigerator There are several items that you need to purchase to complete this connection You may find these items sold as a kit at your local hardware store e 1 4 compression nut e copper tubing e plastic tubing e ferrule Refrigerator Compression nut Plastic tubing 1 4 Supplied Supplied Compression fitting Supplied CL f Ferrule NEL Not supplied Compression nut 1 4 Not supplied Y Uo O AA Copper tubing or Plastic tubing Not supplied Not supplied Household water line KA s IN b Slip the compression nut through the supplied plastic tubing 2 Tighten the compression nut onto the 1 4 compression fitting If you are using copper tubing slip the compression nut not included and ferrule not included on copper tubing not included as shown If you are using plastic tubing insert the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing into the compression fitting am Do not use without the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing 3 Tighten the compression nu
16. the screw after removing the cover lamp by pulling it out 3 Disconnect the housing connector 4 Change the LED lamp ONILV4IdO g0 Changing the Interior Light in the Freezer Drawer 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Pull drawer out to full extension 3 Pull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise 5 Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly LN Do not place your fingers inside the cover The lamp may be hot CAUTION Operating _33 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door neirgerator CHANGING THE WATER FILTER The Filter Indicator light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge To give you preparation time to get a new filter the red light will come on just before the capacity of the current filter runs out Changing the filter on time provides you with the freshest cleanest water from your fridge 1 Take a new water filter and put a month indicator sticker on the filter as shown The date on the sticker must be six months from the current date For example if you are replacing the water filter in March put the SEP September sticker on the filter to remind you to replace in September Normal filter life is about every 6 months 2 Remove the new filter s protective cap and remove the old filter 3 Position and insert the new filter into the filter housing Slowly turn the water filter clockwis
17. wash or spray the ice bucket with water Just wipe it with a dry cloth In order to operate the ice maker properly water pressure of 138 862 Kpa is required iY Water clouding phenomenon All water provided to refrigerators flows through the core filter which is an alkaline water filter In this process the pressure in the water that has flowed out of the filter gets increased and oxygen and nitrogen become saturated When this water flows out in the air the pressure plummets and the oxygen and nitrogen get supersaturated so that they turn into gas bubbles The water could look misty due to these oxygen bubbles The water may look temporarily cloudy due to these oxygen bubbles After a few seconds the water will look clear iY Please wait 1 second before removing the cup after dispensing water to prevent spills Do not pull out the lever dispenser after taking out ice or water It comes back automatically Ice is made in cubes When you select Crushed the icemaker grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice Operating _25 ONILV4IdO Z0 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door nelrgerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator Light Door Closer a li Dairy kaka mT Compartment 1 Folda
18. RE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To obtain warranty service please contact Samsung at AI1NV4YVM v0 SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER Samsung Electronics America Inc 400 Valley Road Suite 201 Mt Arlington NJ 07956 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 and www samsung com Warranty 41
19. RFG297AA English imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com register Penns UN eatures of your new Retrigerator KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy efficient features Twin Cooling System The Refrigerator and Freezer have separate evaporators Due to this independent cooling system the Freezer and Refrigerator cool more efficiently Additionally this separate air flow system prevents food odor of one compartment from seeping into other compartments Cool Select Pantry The Cool Select pantry is a full width drawer with adjustable temperature control Bigger amp Wider Space The wide shelf area and pantry provide enough space for larger items like a pizza box etc The wide freezer drawer also provides enough space for 2 3 turkeys Secure Auto Close The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open Compact Ice Maker The Ice maker can dispense cubed or crushed ice Digital Display and Temperature Control Water Filtration System Door Alarm A helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar Tilting Pocket The Tilting pocket can be used to store up to a 16 pizza Auto Pull Out Drawer The upper drawer in the freezer comes out automatically as you just
20. bed Ice is selected after using the Crushed Ice feature a small caution amount of residual crushed ice might be produced Water Dispenser Installation After installation press the dispenser arm for at least 2 minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system In case ice doesn t come out pull out the ice bucket and press test CAUTION button located on the right side of ice maker Do not press the test button continuously when the tray is filled with ice or water as illustration Water may overflow or ice Jamming may occur Normal Use To fill ice bucket to maximum capacity after installation make sure to do the following steps 1 Allow your refrigerator to operate and cool down for 24 hours or 1 full day 2 Waiting 24 hours will allow your ice maker to cool properly 3 Dispense 4 to 6 ice cubes into the glass 4 After 8 and 16 hours dispense a full glass of ice at each time Test button A N When you dump the ice from the ice bucket you should press the caution dispenser lever once with ICE CUBED or CRUSHED function ON to get new ice faster after replacing the ice bucket in the refrigerator w ka 4 Whenever all ice is used at one time the above step 3 and4 must be repeated before dispense the first 4 to 6 ice cubes it needs waiting 8 hours This will replenish the ice cubes and ensure maximum ice production 24_ Operating Using the water d
21. ble Shelf Water Filter Slide Shelf Slide Shelf 3 Egg Container 4 Vertical Hinged aasa Door Bins 2 ji Quick Space Glass Shelf Vegetable amp 5 Fruit Drawers T iE Cool Select Pantry 6 Light Auto Pull Out Drawer Tilting Pocket Freezer 9 Drawer Bin When closing the door make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid scratching the other door If the Vertical Hinged Section is reversed put it back to the right position and close the door Moisture may occur at times on the Vertical Hinged Section The door handle may become loose over time If this happens tighten the bolts found on the inside of the door If you close one door with a lot of force the other door may open 26 Operating STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR The Samsung French Door Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum space saving features and functions Here are some of the customized compartments we have created to keep your food fresher longer In order to further prevent odor from seeping into the ice compartment stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible 1 DAIRY Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine yogurt or COMPARTMENT cream cheese bricks X
22. d G C Peckham 1996 Foundations of food preparation 6th ed Prentice Hall Inc Englewood Cliffs Nu Hillers V N 1998 Storing foods at home Washington State University Cooperative Extension Pullman WA Publ EB 1205 National Restaurant Association 2001 Be cool chill out Refrigerate promptly National Restaurant Association Education Foundations International Food Safety Council Washington D C USDA 1997 Basics for handling food safely U S Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service Washington D C 38_ Operating l DULES lQOLIPIC AN PROBLEM The Refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently The food in the Refrigerator is frozen You hear unusual noise or sounds The front corners and vertical hinged section of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring Ice Maker is not producing ice You can hear water bubbling in the Refrigerator There is a bad smell in the Refrigerator Frost forms on the walls of the Freezer Water dispenser is not functioning SOLUTION e Check that the power plug is properly connected e s the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a lower temperature e Is the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source e s the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating e s the temperature control on the
23. d and drinks in the Refrigerator after the temperature is sufficiently cool Check the accessory list below dN ONILLAS LO Water filter Hex wrench Fastener Compression fitting Compression nut DA29 00003G DA80 00002C DA60 00143B DA62 00305A DA74 00070B REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS If the Refrigerator is too large to pass through your doorway easily you can remove the refrigerator doors LL Tools you will need B ere CG Philips screwdriver Flat blade screwdriver Wrench Pliers Allen wrench 3 16 8 S Disassemble the Refrigerator doors WY 4 1 With the door opened remove the Hinge Cover a 8 cap 1 with a Flat head screwdriver and close the door Remove the 3 screws holding down the Hinge Cover and remove the Hinge Cover 2 Setting Up 9 setting up your French Door kefrgerator 2 Disconnect two connectors 3 at each side of the top cap and the one comnector 4 on left side door Remove the tube 5 with pressing the dark gray color part 6 of the water line coupler If a red clip is on the coupler it must caution be removed before removing the tube 3 Remove the 3 hex head bolts 7 attached to the upper left and right door hinges with a wrench 13 32 With a Philios head screwdriver remove the ground screw 8 attached to the upper left and right door hinges Remove the upper left and right door hinges
24. doors setting up 15 Setting up your Hench Door Refrigerator MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN DOORS Remember a level Refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even If you need help review the previous section on leveling the Refrigerator When the left door is lower than the right door When the left door is higher than the right door 1 If you open the drawer 1 you can see the lower hinge 2 2 Insert the supplied hex wrench 3 into the shaft 4 of the lower hinge 3 Please adjust the height by turning the hex wrench 3 clockwise or counter clockwise When you turn the hex wrench counter clockwise e7 the door will move up 1 After adjusting the doors please insert the supplied fastener ring 5 using a pair of pliers 6 in the gap between the hinge grommet 7 and the lower hinge 8 The number of fastener rings you ll need to insert depends on the gap Two fastener rings are enclosed with the refrigerator The thickness of each fastener ring is 0 04 inch 16 Setting Up ADJUSTING THE FREEZER DRAWER LEVEL Adjustment part Freezer Drawer 1 Locate the height adjuster 1 in the freezer drawer Unscrew the four Phillips screws 2 slightly to loosen the door dN ONILLAS LO 2 Loosen the controller screw 3 with a Phillips screwdriver 3 Find the best level to align the door slope
25. ds until a Ding dong sound is heard and the unit will now cool 22 Operating Energy saver R This icon will light up when you activate the Energy Saver function The Energy Saver function is automatically set to ON when power is supplied to the Refrigerator If condensation occurs on the doors turn the Energy Saver function off Lighting 0 This icon will light up when you activate the Lighting feature In this case the dispenser light under the display will be on constantly If you would like the dispenser light to come on only when using the dispenser turn the Lighting feature off Alarm mp This icon will light up when you activate the Alarm feature The door alarm will sound if any door is open for more than 3 minutes The beeping stops when you close the door Initially the Alarm is set to on Ice off This icon will light up when you activate the Ice Off feature In this case the ice will not be produced Lock 5 This icon will light up when you activate the Lock feature In this case you won t be able to use the control panel If you press and hold the Ice Off Hold button for 3 sec to unlock Child Lock you will be able to use the control panel again USING THE CONTROL PANEL Basic temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments The basic temperature and recommended temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments are 2 F and 38 F respectivel
26. e to align with the printing mark on the cover locking the filter in position Make sure to align the water filter label mark with the center of cover filter printing as illustrated Remember do not over tighten Cover filter Turn until the label aligned indicator 4 Once you have completed this process press and hold the Alram button for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule DO mp 0 a a UN NAN maa o E Yaja Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice Off Child Lock 5 Lastly Flush 3 gallons through filter before use flush approximately 6 minutes Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly otherwise water may drip from the dispenser This means that there is still air in the line Do NOT use the water or ice dispenser without a water filter cartridge because the water line may become blocked Ordering Replacement Water Filter For replacement water filter you can visit your local service center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor Be sure the replacement water filter has the SAMSUNG logo on the box and on the water filter Link http www samsungparts com 34_ Operating WATER FILTER CHART Performance Data Sheet For Samsung Model DA97 06317A Using Replacement Cartridge DA29 00003G This system has been tested according to NSF ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of the substances listed below The concentration of the indicat
27. e water filter may break and cause water leakage 6 Safety Information Contents SETTING UP YOUR 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 09 Removing the refrigerator doors 11 Disassemble the Freezer Drawer 12 Reattaching the refrigerator doors 14 Assemble the Freezer Drawer 15 Adjusting the doors 16 Making minor adjustments between doors 17 Adjusting the freezer drawer level 18 Checking the water dispenser line 19 Installing the water line OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG 21 Using the control panel FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 22 Using the Digital display 24 Using the cold water dispenser 2 26 Parts and Features 27 Storing food in the refrigerator 27 Storing food in the freezer drawer 28 Using the Cool Select Pantry 29 Removing the refrigerator accessories 30 Using the doors 30 Using the tilting pocket 31 Removing the freezer accessories 32 Cleaning the refrigerator 33 Changing the interior lights 34 Changing the water filter 35 Water Filter Chart 36 Water Filter Certification 37 Food Storage Tips TROUBLESHOOTING 39 Troubleshooting SY WARRANTY 40 Warranty AO Contents _ 7 setting up your French Door Refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung French Door Refrigerator We hope you enjoy the state of art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers Selecting the best location for the Refrige
28. ed Ice Crushed Ice Water WY Enjoy cubed or crushed ice by selecting your preference from the digital control panel If you don t need ice turn the feature off to save on water and energy consumption Each Ice type icon will light up depending on what is currently chosen Power Cool a This icon will light up when you activate the Power Cool button For a quick fridge cool down use Power Cool If you select Power Cool the inside temperature of the Fridge will decrease for about two and a half hours Filter Indicator ry When the filter indicator light is on it is time to change the filter Typically this happens about every 6 months The filter Indicator will be Blue when you initially insert the water filter The filter Indicator will be Light Pink when you have used your water filter for 5 months The filter Indicator will be Red when you have used your water filter for 6 months After removing the old water filter and installing a new one see page 34 for instructions on how to do this reset the indicator by pressing and holding the Alarm Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset button for 3 seconds Cooling off Mode OF amp OF code on the display This function is for store display refrigerators It is not for customer use In Cooling Off Mode the refrigerator works but doesn t make cool air To cancel this mode press the Energy Saver and caution Freezer buttons at the same time for 3 secon
29. ed substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specifi ed in NSF ANSI 42 and 53 System tested and certifi ed by NSF International against NSF ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor Particulate Class and against NSF ANSI ONILV4IdO g0 Standard 53 for the reduction of Cysts Turbidity Lead Asbestos Benzene Carbofuran p Dichlorobenzene and Mercury To a capacity of 300 gallons 1 136 liters Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions actual performance may vary Contaminant Average NSF Specified Average Average Max NSF Reduction Influent Influent Product Permissible Reduction Concentration Challenge Reduction Water Product Requirements Concentration Concentration Water Units apply Concentration to each row Chorinetaste pman 20mgLx109 005 mga J 0002974 Particulate Class Particle size 1066 066 Atleast 10 000 904 1471833ptsml NA gt 85 J 00029739 ot mL particles mL lt 0510 lt 1 UM 127 500 cysts L a 99 99 lt 1 cyst L gt 99 95 J 00031000 Turbidity 11 1 NTU 0 15 NTU 0 5NTU gt 0 5NTU J 00033223 9 3 Lead pH 6 5 153 ug L 0 15410 lt lug L 0 010 mg L 10 ug L J 00039590 Lead pH8 5 155 ug L 0 15 10 lt lugl 0 010mg L 10ug L J 00089581 Mercury pH65 5 97 ug L 0 006 10 966 lt O2ugl 0 002mg 2ug L J 00039589
30. efrigerator has a water filter it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system Remove the water filter If you have questions about your water pressure call a licensed qualified plumber 20 Setting Up Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Reingerator USING THE CONTROL PANEL 1 Energy Saver Button 2 Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze Button 3 Alarm Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset Button 4 Lighting Button 5 Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool Button 6 Ice Off Hold 3 sec to Child Lock 7 Ice Type Button 8 Water Button 4 2 COOLING OFF Energy pe d 0 L lg Saver nG 2 Freezer Na kag Freeze wt Lt F tt ICE eoul e 0 sec for Filter Reset Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice Off Child Lock i ay CE ay LALA HALA ridge NANANG ONILVHIdO Z0 Hold 3 sec for Power Cool Ice Off 1 Hold 3 sec for Child Lock J For better energy efficiency press the Energy Saver button If condensation occurs on the doors turn the Energy Saver function off Press the Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze button to set the Freezer to your desired temperature You can set the temperature between 8 F and 8 F Press and hold the Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed to freeze products in the Freezer It can be helpful if you need to quickly freeze easily spoiled it
31. ems or if the temperature in the Freezer has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open Press the Alarm button to turn off the door open alarm After removing the old water filter and installing a new one reset the Indicator by pressing and holing the Alarm button for 3seconds The indicator will light again in about 6months to let you know it is Time to change your water filter Press the Lighting button to turn on the Dispenser LED lamp Press the Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button to set the fridge to your desired temperature You can set the temperature between 34 F and 46 F Press and hold the Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed to cool products in the Refrigerator It can be helpful if you need to quickly cool easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the fridge has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open Press the Ice Off button to turn the ice making function off If you press and hold the Ice Off button for 3 seconds the Display and Dispenser will be locked Press the Ice Type button to select your desired ice type Cubed and crushed ice modes will be alternatively changed whenever you press the button After selecting push the Dispenser Lever gently with your glass This mode can not be used with the Water mode simultaneously Press the Water button to dispense water There is no Off mode additionally After selecting push the Di
32. en when refrigerated Operating _37 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door nelrgerator Refrigerator Storage Tips FISH AND SHELLFISH FISH AND SHELLFISH a fo Fatty Fish mackerel 1 2 Days 2 3 Months Keep in original wrapper and store in coldest trout salmon part of refrigerator Package in vapor proof Lean Fish cod 1 2 Days 6 Months and moisture proof wrap for freezer Freeze flounder etc at O F Thaw in refrigerator or under cold run ning water Check date code Freeze in original packag Shesh cto Ng To freeze package in vapor proof and mois Cooked Fish or 2 3 Days 3 Months Shellfish MEAT Fresh Uncooked ff 2 4 Days 6 12 Months Check date code for use Store in coldest part zA months of refrigerator in original packaging Add more packaging in moisture proof and vapor proof 2 4 Days 6 12 Months container for freezing Recommended refrig Bacon 1 2 Months erator temperature 33 F to 36 F and freezer 1 2 Days 1 0 Months temperature O F to 2 F 2 4 Days 6 9 Months Cooked ff Check date code for use Store in coldest part of refrigerator in original packaging Package in moistureproof and vapor proof container for Sources American Meat Institute Foundation 1994 Yellow pages answers to predictable questions consumers ask about meat and poultry American Meat Institute Food Marketing Institute 1999 The food keeper Food Marketing Institute Washington D C F reeland Graves J H an
33. g legs are in the up position above the floor TI Refer to Leveling the refrigerator in the manual e at page 15 boo Screwdriver Control Lever FLOORING For proper installation this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of hard material that is the same height as the rest of the flooring This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator or approximately 6601bs 299kg To protect the finish of the flooring cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working When moving be sure to pull the unit straight out and push back in straight 8 Setting Up SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR Now that you have your new Refrigerator installed in place you are ready to set up and enjoy the features and functions of the appliance By completing the following steps your Refrigerator should be fully operational 1 Place the Refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the Refrigerator Refer to installation instructions in this manual 2 Once the Refrigerator is plugged in make sure the interior light comes on when you open the doors 3 Set the Temperature control to the coldest temperature and wait for an hour The Freezer will get slightly chilled and the motor will run smoothly 4 After powering the Refrigerator it will take a few hours to reach the appropriate temperature You can store foo
34. ical products scientific materials and temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator e Products that require exact temperature controls should not be stored in the Refrigerator A Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on shelves and handles of the Refrigerator They could damage the Refrigerator and seriously injure themselves Do not sit on the freezer door The door may break Do not allow children to climb into the freezer basket If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke unplug the Refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics Service Center After your Refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the Freezer compartment Particularly when hands are damp or wet skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces e Skin may stick to the surface and you may get frostbite Do not put your hands under the appliance e Any sharp edges may cause personal injury Safety Information 5 Safety Information Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole or ice chute e It may cause personal injury and or material damage If the Refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time for example over several months unplug the power from the wall e Over time deterioration in the power cord insulation may cause fire Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins e A dirty
35. ish should be tightly covered e Clean out your Freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspicious food e Is the air vent blocked Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely e Allow sufficient space between the foods stored for efficient air circulation e s the Freezer drawer closed properly e s the water line connected and the shut off valve opened e Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction e s the water tank frozen because the Refrigerator temperature is too low Try selecting a warmer setting on the main display panel Troubleshooting _39 Warranty SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR 28 5 CUBIC FEET AND LARGER CAPACITY LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This Samsung brand product as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America Inc Samsung and delivered new in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser is warranted by Samsung against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited warranty period of One 1 year Parts and Labor on Refrigerator Five 5 years Parts and Labor on sealed Refrigeration system only Compressor evaporator condenser drier connecting tubing This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact Samsung for problem determi
36. ispenser Place a glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the water dispenser lever with your glass Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out If you have just installed the refrigerator or installed a new water filter Flush 3 gallons through filter before use flush approximately 6 minutes Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking When you do not use the water dispenser for 2 3 days especially during the summer the dispensed water may have a funny smell or taste If this occurs we recommend that you discard the first 1 2 glasses for better tasting water CAUTION Using the ice off Function When selecting the Ice Off mode remove all ice cubes from the bucket If you are not using the ice dispenser the ice cubes may clump together Pull the lock lever forward to throw away ice cubes or remove clumped ice from the bucket Push the bucket back until you hear a click If you have a long vacation or business trip close the water valve and shut off the water supply to the caution Refrigerator This will help prevent accidental leakages Do not put your fingers hands or any other unsuitable objects in the chute or ice maker bucket It may result in personal injury or material damage Never put your finger or any other objects in the dispenser opening It may cause injury Do not disassemble the Ice Maker personally It may cause disorder Do not
37. nation and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by a Samsung authorized service center The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to Samsung or Samsung authorized service center Samsung will repair or replace any part found to be defective at our option and at no charge as stipulatedX herein with new or reconditioned parts during the limited warranty period specified above All replaced parts and products become the property of Samsung and must be returned to Samsung Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty or ninety 90 days whichever is longer In home service will be provided during the warranty labor period subject to availability within the contiguous United States In home service is not available in all areas To receive in home service the product must be unobstructed and accessible from floor level to service personnel If during in home service repair cannot be completed it may be necessary to remove repair and return the product If in home service is unavailable Samsung may elect at our option to provide for transportation of our choice to and from a Samsung authorized service center Otherwise transportation to and from the Samsung authorized service center is the responsibility of the purchaser This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal noncommercial use of this product and
38. nd similar products are sold in date coded cartons that indicate a product s peak freshness Re seal with cap or wrap tightly Do not return unused portions to original container Cream Cheese 2 4 Weeks Not recommended Check date code Keep all cheese tightly cheese food and packed in moisture proof wrap cheese spread Cottage Cheese Not recommended Cream 2 Months Sour Cream Not recommended Cream Dips opened 1 week Not recommended ONILVHIdO Z0 Check date code Most yogurt creams and similar products are sold in date coded car tons that indicate a product s peak freshness Re seal or cover tightly Do not return unused portions to original container Yogurt 10 14 Days Not recommended Check date code Keep covered Frozen Yogurt 2 Months EGGS of refrigerator and in their original container Eggs cooked Not recommended Leftover egg dishes Not recommended Priest FRUITS Apples Not recommended Bananas Not recommended Peaches Melons 3 5 Days Not recommended Pears Avocados Berries and Cherries 12 Months Apricots Not recommended Grapes na Pineapple un cut Not recommended Pineapple cut 6 12 Months Citrus Not recommended not return unused portions to original container Frozen Juice Thawing only 12 Months Check date code Do not re freeze If storing in refrigerator do not wash fruit be fore storing Store in moisture resistant bags or containers Wrap cut fruits Some fruits dark
39. oods Dust removal method Remove the guard and wash in water ONILVHIdO g0 2 Tempered Glass shelves To remove Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction shown 4 and lift it up vertically 2 Pull the shelf out To relocate Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks can drop into the slots The Tempered Glass shelves are heavy caution Use special care when removing them 3 Vegetable amp Fruit Drawers To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up the front of the drawer and pull straight out To relocate Insert the drawer into the frame rails and push back into place The drawers need to be removed before the glass shelf caution above them can be lifted out Do not open the drawers while the pantry is open It may cause a scratch or breakage tothe drawer Covers Operating _29 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door nelrgerator 4 Cool Select Pantry To remove the pantry Pull the pantry out to full extension Tilt up the front side of pantry and pull straight out To relocate the pantry Push the rails to the back of the Refrigerator Place the drawer onto the rails and slide the pantry back until it is in place To remove the divider Pull the pantry completely out to full extension
40. open the freezer door Super Extended Drawer The upper drawer can be pulled out to the Tilting Pocket Easy Handle Freezer door can be opened with less effort Energy Star This Energy star labeled product may save you money on your energy costs a For easy future reference write the model and serial Model number down You will find your model number and serial number on the left side of the refrigerator Serial 2 Features Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers Because the following instruction covers various models the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual If you have any question contact us at 1 800 SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www samsung com What the icons and signs in this user manual mean BALA Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property CAUTION damage To reduce the risk of fire explosion electric shock or personal injury when using your caution refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions gt Do NOT attempt Do NOT disassemble Do NOT touch Foll
41. ou can store a 16 pizza Can be used to store meat and dry foods Stored food should be placed in a container or wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials 9 FREEZER DRAWER BIN Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not tip and fall out when the Refrigerator door is opened If you plan to go away for a long time empty the Refrigerator and turn it off Wipe the excess moisture from the inside of the appliance and leave the doors open This helos keep odor and mold from developing Operating _27 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door nelrgerator USING THE COOL SELECT PANTRY The Cool Select Pantry is a full width drawer with adjustable temperature control This pantry can be used for large party trays deli items pizza beverages or miscellaneous items There is a temperature control which can adjust the amount of cold air allowed into the pantry The control is located on the right side of the pantry e Press the Temp button repeatedly until your desired mode is lit The Fresh mode 38 F Chilled mode 32 F and Deli mode 41 F will be selected whenever you press the Temp button Initially the Fresh mode is set Though the setting temperature is different from the current temperature the temperature will be changed to the setting temperature automatically Temp You can
42. ow directions explicitly Unplug the power plug from the wall socket Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock Call the service center for help N HE a These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others Please follow them explicitly Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference SEVERE WARNING SIGNS N Do not plug several appliances into the same power receptacle e Large appliances draw a lot of power Powering more than one appliance or machine from a single power source could cause overheating and cause a fire Make sure that the power plug is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator e A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire Do not spray water directly into or on the outside of the Refrigerator Freezer drawer e Water could get into the interior machine parts and cause electric shock Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator e Aerosols used near the Refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire Safety Information 3 Safety Information Do not put undue stress on the power cord or place heavy articles on it e Placing heavy articles on the power cord may create the risk of explosion or fire Do not insert the power plug with wet hands e t may cause electric shock Do not put a container filled with water on the Refrigerator e fit spills it may cause fire or electric shock Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp
43. power plug can increase the risk of fire If the Refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in Do not place the refrigerator directly in sunlight The appliance must be positioned for easy access to power source If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or qualified service personnel If you have a long vacation planned empty the Refrigerator and turn it off e Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open to keep odor and mold trom developing Service warranty and Modification e Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not covered under Samsung warranty service nor can Samsung be responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators camo Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or Freezer make sure that you e Take off the doors e Leave all shelves in places so that children may not easily climb inside and shut the door while they are inside This appliance is not intended for use by small children or infirm persons without capable adult supervision Small children should be supervised when using the appliance Do not block air holes e f the air holes are blocked especially with a plastic bag the refrigerator can be over cooled If this cooling period lasts too long th
44. rator A 2 inch e A location with easy access to the water supply e A location without direct exposure to sunlight e A location with level or nearly level flooring e A location with enough space for the Refrigerator doors to open easily e Allow sufficient space for air circulation of the internal cooling system If the Refrigerator does not have enough space the internal cooling system may not work properly 3inch If your refrigerator has an ice maker allow extra space at the back for the water line connections When you install the refrigerator next to a fixed wall minimum clearance is 3 34 95mm between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to swing open First thing Make sure that you can easily move your Refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways both width and height thresholds ceilings stairways etc The following chart details the exact height and depth of Samsung French Door Refrigerator MODEL RFG297AA Capacity Cu Ft 28 95 Width A 35 c Naa with Hinge B 70 ase Heig abaya without Hinge C 68 5 with Door D 35 34 Depth without Door E 29 1 e Allow clearance to the right left back and top when installing This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower e Do not install the Refrigerator where the temperature will go below 50 F 10 C _ AN When moving your refrigerator cauTion TO prevent floor damage be sure the front levelin
45. return to their normal set temperatures the blinking will stop If the blinking continues you may need to reset the Refrigerator Try unplugging the appliance wait for around 10 minutes and then plug the power cord back in The temperature of the Pantry Room may be a little different according to the location inside If communication between Display and Main Controller errors Pantry Display light may blink Once the communication return to their normal set temperatures the blinking will stop If the blinking continues for a long period of time please contact to Samsung Electronics Service Center Operating 23 ONILV4IdO g0 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door nelrgerator USING THE COLD WATER DISPENSER Press the Ice Water button to select the type of you want Dl Q O 1 Ks re ICE 17 pa Dan ridge S OFF Ls Lt F ws F p Hold 3 sec cd g lols 1 Crushed Water Ice Off 3 Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice No ICE Select this if you want to turn ice maker off Using the ice Dispenser Place a glass underneath the ice dispenser and push gently against the dispenser lever with your glass Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the ice from bouncing out Before installing the water line remove the ice bin bucket and using a soft cloth wash it with mild detergent Rinse well and dry completely DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS IN THE ICE CHUTE WHILE CLEANING CAUTION When Cu
46. right side upper glass shelf before installing the water filter Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing the water filter gt 1 Turn ON the main water supply amp turn OFF the valve to the water supply Wo Pure Pe line 2 Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear approx IN es 6 7minutes This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines KHA 3 Additional flushing may be required in some households 4 Open the Refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter o Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly or water may from it This is due to the fact that there is still air in the line Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi 241 and 827 kPa If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi 276 to 414 kPa If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi 276 to 414 kPa e Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked Replace the filter if necessary e Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage e f your r
47. spenser Lever gently with your glass This button can not be used with the Ice Type button simultaneously Water mode will be off if you press the Ice Type button Cooling off stops cooling in the freezer and refrigerator compartments but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator To use this feature press Energy Saver Button and Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze Button simultaneously for 3 seconds until an alarm sound is heard To cancel this mode press the same buttons again for 3 seconds Even though power is turned off and then back on it remain in Cooling off mode Operating 21 Operating your SAMSUNG Hench Door Heirgerator USING THE DIGITAL DISPLAY Freezer Temp indicates the current Freezer temperature Fridge Temp indicates the current Refrigerator temperature When not in use the Display will turn off not in use this is normal Lighting PAULA i Freezer a a a Fridge EB al Hold 3 sec F Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze ap a gt for Power Cool suey oO Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice Off Child Lock for Child Lock Power Freeze O This icon will light up when you activate the Power Freeze feature Power Freeze is great when you need a lot of ice When you have enough ice just press the button again to cancel the Power Freeze mode If you select Power Freeze the inside temperature of the Freezer will decrease for about two and a half hours Cub
48. t onto the compression fitting Do not over tighten the compression nut 4 Turn water on and check for any leakage Only connect the water line to a drinkable water source If you have to repair or disassemble the water line cut off 1 4 of the plastic tubing to make sure you get a snug leak free connection Installing the water filter 1 Remove the water filter cover 1 2 Remove the fixed cap by turning it counter clockwise Keep the cap in a safe place for later use if you don t use the filter 3 Remove the water filter from the box and put a replacement indicator sticker on the filter as shown Place the sticker on the filter that dates six months in the future For example if you install the water filter in March put the SEP sticker on the filter to remind you to replace it in September That way you ll know when it is time to replace the filter Normally a filter life is about 6 months Setting Up 19 dN ONILLAS LO setting up your French Door kefngerator 4 Remove the filter cap and insert the filter into the filter 4 ove housing 5 Slowly turn the water filter 90 clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover locking the filter in position Make sure to align the water filter label mark with center of cover filter printing as illustrated Remember do not over tighten Turn until the label is aligned Separation of red cap You should remove the
49. ted letters on the display may be erased if the stainless cleaner is applied directly to the area caution Where the letters are printed Cleaning the ice water Dispenser Push down one end of the tray dispenser and remove it Wipe the Ice Water Dispenser with a clean and soft cloth Cleaning the Rubber door seals If the rubber door seals are dirty the doors may not close properly and the Refrigerator will not operate efficiently Keep the door seals free of grit or grime by cleaning the doors with a mild detergent and damp cloth Wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Do not clean the Refrigerator with benzene thinner or car caution detergent due to risk of fire Cleaning behind the Refrigerator To keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and dirt accumulation vacuum behind the appliance once or twice a year AN Do not remove the back cover Doing so may cause an electric shock CAUTION 32 Operating CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS Before changing any of interior lights unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply If you are unsure caution about changing the lights after reading through these directions contact your service center for help Replacement bulbs for both freezer and fridge are available from your local home improvement or electronics store Use replacement bulbs with size E26 maximum 60 watts Changing the Interior Light in the Refrigerator 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Remove
50. y If the temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments are too high or low adjust the temperature manually Controlling the Freezer temperature The Freezer temperature can be set between 8 F and 8 F to suit your particular needs Press the Freezer button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt at 4 F The temperature display will move sequentially from 8 F to 8 F When the display reaches 8 F the temperature display goes back to 8F Five seconds after the new temperature is set the display will again show the actual current freezer temperature until the new temperature Is reached Controlling the Refrigerator temperature The Refrigerator temperature can be set between 46 F and 34 F to suit your particular needs Press the Fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display The temperature control process for the Fridge works just like the Freezer process Press the Fridge button to set your desired temperature After a few seconds the Fridge will begin adjusting towards the newly set temperature This will be reflected in the digital display K The temperature of the Freezer Refrigerator or Pantry Room may rise when you open the doors too frequently or if a large amount of warm or hot food is placed inside This may cause the digital display to blink Once the Freezer and Refrigerator temperature
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