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1. O N O v m gt Fridge Light z Multi Purpose Fridge Door Bin Fridge Shelves Moving Tray Multi Purpose Location is adjustable Door Bin Bottle Bin Vegetable amp Fruit Drawers Bottle Bin Ilce Maker Freezer Light Pull Out Drawer Freezer Drawer Bin Operating _17 Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator USING THE CONTROL PANEL Freezer Fridge Power 1 Freeze Freezer FHE on Ice Off oo YS oo ee TW s e De ee When not in use the temperature display will turn off this is normal Temperature amp Function select control panel 1 Power Freeze Button 2 Freezer Button 3 Ice Off Button 4 Power Cool Button 6 Fridge Button 6 Child Lock Hold 3 sec Button 18_ Setting Up Press this button to freeze food quickly Power Freeze will last 2 and a half hours Freezer temperature set button Press this button to set the Freezer temp between 14 F and 8 F At initial power on the default setting is 2 F When the Ice Off Button is pressed ice will not be produced Use this function only when it is needed Press this button to cool the food in the fridge quickly Power Cool will shut off when 25 F is reached or after 2 and2. To replace Insert the drawer into the frame rails and push back into place Refer to picture 4 The drawers need to be removed before the glass shelf above them can be lifted out Operating _23 Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1 Pull Out Drawer To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out Refer to picture 1 amp 2 Open the freezer door fully and remove the drawer To replace Place the drawer onto the rails by tilting it up Lower the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the drawer in Refer to picture 3 2 Freezer Drawer Bin To remove Pull the drawer out fully Tilt up the rear of the bin and lift it out to remove To replace Place the bin into the rail assembly When replacing place the drawer bin holder into the hole of the rail 24_ Operating CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Caring for your Samsung Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ free Cleaning the Interior Clean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent 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 ONILVeAdO dO Cleaning t
3. Blinking will stop when the refrigerator reaches normal temperature If for some reason it does not stop after a long period of time contact a Samsung service center If you want to make ice faster Controlling the Power Freeze Press the Power Freeze Button Refer the picture The power Freeze light on the display goes on see the arrow mark and this function begins to operate regardless of the set freezer temperature Press the Power Freeze Button again to cancel this function The light goes off and it operates at the set freezer temperature again Freezer Litt Ice Off 4 The Power Freeze function operates for 2 and a half hours regardless of the set temperature If you want to speed up the cooling in the Fridge Power Cool Press the Power Cool Button Refer the picture The Power cool light on the display goes on see the arrow mark and this function begins to operate regardless of the set fridge temperature Press the Power Cool Button again to cancel this function The light goes off andit operates at the set fridge temperature again Child Lock Hold 3 sec The Power Cool function operates for 2 and a half hours regardless of the set temperature 20_ Operating 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 thi
4. it must be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or qualified service personnel Safety Information _5 Safety Information LJ For Usage of Refrigerator SEVERE WARNING SIGNS nio N 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 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 store pharmaceutical products scientific materials and temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator e Products that require exact temperature controls should not be stored in the Refrigerator Do not put a container filled with water without cap on the Refrigerator e fit spills it may cause fire or electric shock 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 put your hands or legs foot under the appliance e Any sharp edges may cause personal injury Do not use any electric appliance inside the refrigerator e Incase of refrigerant leak it may cause a fire and explosion Do not touch the Refrigerator or power plug and air the room with openin
5. 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 stipulated 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 shall not apply to the following including but not limited to damage which occurs in shipme
6. Features Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung 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 instructions cover RB195 197 215 amp 217 the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual If you have any questions 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 WARNING 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 Do NOT attempt Do NOT disassemble Do NOT touch Follow directions explicitly Unplug the power plug from the wall socket Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock NEWB e wU Call the service center for help M4 Notice US 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 J For Refrigerator Installation SEVERE WARNING SIGN
7. a half hours Fridge temperature set button Press this button to set the Fridge temperature in 2 F intervals between 46 F and 34 F At initial power on the default setting is 38 F When pressing this button for 3 sec the display function is locked or unlocked Key lock or unlock Power Cool 4 Fridge Tre Child Lock 6 Hold 3 sec CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Power Power Freeze Freezer Fridge Cool D aa A gt aa A Freezer LIL l N i p Fridge K Hold 3 sec Setting the freezer temperature If you want to control the freezer temperature follow as below NILvY 43dO Z0 Press the Freezer Button Refer the picture The temperature can be set in 2 F interval between 14 F and 8 F Each time the Freezer Button is pressed the temperature setting will change as follows 2 F gt 4 F gt 60 F gt 8 F gt 10 F gt 12 F gt 14 F gt 8 F OP 4 F gt 2 F OPP gt 2 F When selecting the temperature the set temperature is displayed initially for 5 seconds then the actual temperature is displayed There may be slight difference between the set temperature and displayed actual temperature but it will be corrected to the set temperature automatically Power Freeze Freezer I Pese TIN The Freezer temperature will change depending on the number of door openings quantity of food ambient temperature etc
8. 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 soace between the foods stored for efficient air circulation Is the Freezer drawer closed properly Is the water line connected and the shut off valve opened Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction Is the water tank frozen because the Refrigerator temperature is too low Try selecting a warmer setting on the main display panel Troubleshooting _27 Warranty SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR 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 determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by a Samsung authorized
9. RB195 RB197 RB215 RB217 ENERGY STAR 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 AAAA T A en DA68 01778A 10 Features of your new Retrgerator KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR Your Samsung Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy efficient features e 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 e Bigger amp Wider Space The wide shelf area provides enough space for larger items The wide freezer drawer also provides enough space for 2 3 turkeys e Secure Auto Close The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open e Digital Display and Temperature Control e Door Alarm A helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar e Easy Handle Freezer door can be opened with less effort e Energy Star This Energy star labeled product may save you money on your energy costs a For easy future reference write the model M and serial number down You will find odel your model number and serial number on Serial the left side of the refrigerator 2
10. S wir N Do not damage parts containing Refrigerant If they are damaged it may cause a fire or explosion Do not touch the refrigerator if it is damaged Follow the items below and contact the store where the refrigerator was purchased or a Samsung Appliance Service Center Tel 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 Open the windows and air the room Do not use a ventilating fan 2 Avoid using flammable or electric appliances Safety Information _3 Safety Information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS oe CONT D Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp 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 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 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 receptacl
11. Temperature of each shelve in the freezer may be different The temperature display will blink when freezer temperature increases due to frequent door opening keeping warm food etc Blinking will stop when the refrigerator reaches normal temperature If for some reason it does not stop after a long period of time contact a Samsung service center Setting the fridge temperature If you want to control the fridge temperature follow as below Press the Fridge Button Refer the picture The temperature can be set in 2 F interval between 34 F and 46 F Each time the Fridge Button is pressed the temperature setting will change as follows 36 F gt 36 F gt 34 F gt 46 F gt 44 F gt 42 F gt 40 F gt 38 F Operating _19 Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator When selecting the fridge temperature the set temperature is displayed initially for 5 seconds then the actual temperature is displayed There may be slight difference between the set temperature and displayed actual temperature but it will be corrected to the set temperature automatically Hold 3 sec O The Fridge temperature will change depending on the number of door openings quantity of food ambient temperature etc Temperature of each shelve or container in the fridge may be different The temperature display will blink when fridge temperature is increases due to frequent door opening keeping warm food etc
12. USED 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 ALNVYYVM vO SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER Samsung Electronics America Inc 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 and www samsung com Warranty _29 CAUTION Set Ice Off for saving energy if the ice maker will not be used for long t
13. arton and place under the refrigerator where you are working When moving the refrigerator be sure to pull it straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in 10_ Setting Up INSTALLATION OF THE WATER LINE Before You Install the water line Z e The water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator manufacturer So before you install the water line read the whole steps for installing and follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage Banging pipes water banging in the pipes in house plumbing can cause damage to fridge parts and lead to water leakage or flooding Call a qualified plumber to correct the problem before installing the water supply line to the fridge To prevent burns and product damage do not hook up the water line to the hot water line Do not install the water line in areas where temperatures fall below freezing When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is insulated or wired in a manner to prevent electric shock All installations must be in a accordance with local plumbing code requirements installer of them is responsible for any defects and all the loss caused by water filter amp water line kit e The filter should be replaced should be replaced according to manufacturer or dealer s instruction e To order additional water filters please contact the manufacturer or dea
14. be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible SES gt Mond TA Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine yogurt UESN Seray or cream cheese bricks gt aot butter cheese Designed to handle large bulky items such as gallons of milk or other Bottle Bin large bottles and containers Designed to be crack resistant the shelves can be used to store all Fridge Shelves types of food and drinks Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon and can usually be wiped clean with a damp cloth Used for preserving the freshness of your stored vegetables and fruits Vegetable amp Fruit This drawer has been specifically designed to control the level of Drawers humidity within the compartment Keep vegetables and fruits separate when possible 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 Pull Out Drawer Best used to store meats or dry foods Stored food should be placed in a container or wrapped securely using plastic wrap or other suitable wrapping materials Freezer Drawer Bin Can be used to store meat and dry foods Stored foo
15. cartridge holder inlet and outlet e Turn water on and check for any leakage o e You can purchase the necessary filter cartridge at the retailer where you purchased this refrigerator Make sure you buy the SAMSUNG filter cartridge Replacement cartridge No DA29 00015A to ensure the best performance e Water line must be connected to drinkable water only e A compression fitting and nut kit is supplied with the unit and it is inside the fridge drawer e When pushing the Refrigerator back make sure you don t roll over the power cord or water line Icemaker supply line Filter Provided To use without the water filter Cartridge Holder cartridge Connecting to the water supply line e Shut off the main water supply line and turn the Ice maker to the 2 Pipe Clamp 3 Plastic line off position 7 4 Compression Nut l ae We 5 Compression Sleeve e Locate the nearest cold water drinking line K gt 6 Packing Nut 1 Cold Water line Connect the water line to the fridge 1 Slip the compression nut through the plastic tubing M 2 After inserting the compression nut into plastic tubing tighten the compression nut onto 1 4 compression fitting Provided ae i No t supplie a H Bulb Ferrule Jasina Purchased pa Do not overtighten the compression nut A e Using Copper Tubing Slip the compression nut and ferrule on copper tubing as sh
16. d should be placed in a container or wrapped securely using plastic wrap or other suitable wrapping materials 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 22_ Operating REMOVING AND RELOCATING THE FRIDGE ACCESSORIES 1 Door Bins To remove Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out To replace Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly inserted An Do not allow children to play with bins Sharp corners of the bins may cause injury d Do not adjust a bin full of foods NILIv43dO Z0 Dust removal method Remove the guard and wash in water 2 Fridge shelves To remove When pulling out the shelf if it does not slide out easily lift it up slightly and pull out again To replace When pushing in the shelf if it does not slide in easily lift it up slightly and push in again The 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 Refer to picture 1 3
17. e box is also fully grounded The appliance must have sufficient space around it Refer to page 10 for the best location e When refrigerant leaks it is possible to cause a fire or explosion ANN CAUTION SIGNS N Do not place the refrigerator directly in sunlight The appliance must be positioned for easy access to power source The appliance must be placed on the level surface of hard material e Placing on an unlevel surface may cause it to tip over resulting in injury or property damage Do not use casters under the Refrigerator on a surface that is easily damaged e When moving the Refrigerator soread out a protector such as cardboard carton under the Refrigerator Refer to page 10 for flooring The protective film on the surface of refrigerator is used to protect the refrigerator from CAUTION scratches during transport To avoid static electricity please peel off the protective film slowly If the protective film is not removed for a long time it may cause color shading of the steel plate 4_ Safety Information Safety Information LJ Power Plug Contact the retailer where you purchased the appliance for if you have a power plug problem SEVERE WARNING SIGNS wir 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 a fire Make sure that the power plug
18. er opening the Freezer door 4 With the 10mm wrench remove two bolts connecting the rail with the remove the drawer box door Setting Up _15 Setting up your Refrigerator Removal of the freezer door DRAWER TYPE RB217 RB197 CONT D 5 Remove the Freezer door from the rails LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR After putting the doors back on the Refrigerator 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 Also it is possible to sweat in the refrigerator and ask more energy bills For example when the left side is lower than the right side insert a flat lblade screwdriver into a notch on the left control lever and turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the door Turning it clockwise to raise the refrigerator and counterclockwise to lower it For the left side is higher do it with right lever Both control levers must be surely touching the floor to avoid the possible personal injury or property damage WARNING because of tipping When the left side is higher When the left side is lower i S LII Control Lever Screwdriver Screwdriver 16_ Setting Up Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator
19. erator 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 food and drinks in the Refrigerator after the temperature is sufficiently cool dN ONILLAS LO Check the accessories listed below Mi 2 Compression fitting Compression nut DA62 00305A DA74 00070B Required Tools Not provided e s af pe L Phillips Head Driver Flat Head Driver Socket Wrench Hex Wrench 3 16inch Hex wrench 5 32 inch 10mm for bolts for Mid hinge for Mid hinge shaft REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Some installations require door drawer removal to transport the Refrigerator to its final location Do not remove the door drawer if it is not needed Before removing the door drawer make sure you read following items Disconnect power to the Refrigerator before remove door or drawer WARNING 4 e Be careful not to drop the door and door scratch and damage while removing the door drawer e Be careful not to get injured while removing the door drawer e After reattaching the door drawer It is possible to have sweat by air leakage It is possible to have uneven door alignment It is possible to have more energy bills Setting Up _13 Setting Uo
20. g window if any flammable gas propane gas city gas etc leaks e Anexplosion may occur due to a electrical contact spark and cause fire or injury Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e Keep fingers out of pinch point areas clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful when you open the doors when children are in the area Do not apply strong shock or excessive force onto the surface of glass e Broken glass may result in a personal injury and or property damage 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 and stop the operation if there is any problem or failure 6_ Safety Information Safety Information wi SEVERE WARNING SIGNS CONT D Unplug the Refrigerator when it is checked for problem Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light e Changing the light while the Refrigerator is plugged in may cause electric shock e f the products equipped with LED Lamp do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED Lamp by yourself Please contact your service agents 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
21. he Exterior Wipe the display panel with 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 Display panel Do not use Benzene Thinner car detergent or Clorox for cleaning CAUTION They may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire Cleaning the Rubber door seals lf 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 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 Do not remove the back cover Doing so may cause an electric shock CAUTION Operating _25 Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS Do not disassemble or replace the LED type Lighting CAUTION To change the LED Type Lighting contact Samsung service center or your authorised Samsung dealer If Users randomly exchange the LED lamp by yourself this may result in electric shock or personal in
22. ime If you want to buy and use a tool of shoveling ice put it into special place of ice box or take it out 71 Fi 2 dl il ee l __ Caution Please clamp the power cord into the qa NOOK to prevent the power cord from being J worn or damaged when the refrigerator isn t working or being moved MEMO QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE U S A C 1 800 SAMSUNG Www samsung com Samsung Electronics America Inc 85 Challenger EI 726 7864 Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 ectronics 800 SAMSUNG D eal Samsung Electronics Canada Inc Customer CANADA 9 Service 55 Standish Court Mississauga Ontario 726 7864 www samsung com ca_fr French L5R 4B2 Canada In an effort to promote recycling this user manual is printed on recycled paper
23. insulation may cause fire Do not overfill the Refrigerator with food and drinks e n an overfull 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 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 touch the rails of freezer drawer RB217 RB197 e When the drawer is moving a finger can be caught by the rail and get injured WARNING D Z This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity Pn CAUTION SIGNS If the Refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply yo
24. is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator e A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire Do not handle the power plug with wet hands e t may cause an electric shock Insert the power plug into the socket completely e Incomplete inserting may cause a fire by electric shock or heat Do not use the power plug if the plug or power cord is damaged e t may cause a fire or electric shock Do not damage power plug or cord or push the Refrigerator backward e Bending and binding the power cord or pushing Refrigerator backward may cause a fire or electric shock by wire damage 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 use the loose socket e There is a risk of electric shock or fire Have the plug looked at by a licensed electrician 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 CAUTION SIGNS on 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 power plug can increase the risk of fire lf the power cord is damaged
25. jury CAUTION When the interior or exterior LED lamp has gone out please contact your service agents SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER Samsung Electronics America Inc 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 and www samsung com 26_ Operating FOUDIESNOOTING 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 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 Water dispenser models only SOLUTION Check that the power plug is properly connected Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a lower temperature Is the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source Is the back of the Refrigerator so close to the wall that air cannot keep circulating Refer to page 10 for the best location Is the temperature control on the display set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a warmer temperature Is the temperature in the room too low Did you store the food too close to the air vent at the back of the Refrigerator Move the food away f
26. ler of the filter Using the water filter not provided Water line Kit and water filter are not covered by Samsung s Warranty The manufacturer or dealer Connecting to water supply line 1 Cold Water line e The water filter must be installed outside the refrigerator 2 Pipe Clamp 3 Plastic line 4 Compression Nut 5 Compression Sleeve 6 Packing Nut 7 Shut Off Valve 8 Filter Cartridge 9 Cartridge Holder J 2 ky Shut off the main water supply line and turn the Ice maker to the off position Locate the nearest cold drinking water line Follow the instructions in the water filter installation kit After connecting the water supply line to the Cartridge Holder inlet and installing the Filter Cartridge insert plastic line in fully Turn on water supply and Flush 3 gallons through filter before use flush approximately 6 minutes It is not provided with your new refrigerator The filter cartridge 8 and holder 9 kit can be purchased from the retailer where you purchased this refrigerator a P e Do not use copper line e Cut the tubing making sure the ends are square and clean Incorrect Correct Setting Up _11 dN ONILLAS LO setting uo your Refrigerator Connect the water line to the fridge e Connect the plastic line on the back of your fridge to the cartridge holder outlet fully insert the plastic line to the cartridge holder outlet e Insert plastic clip to the
27. ng system may not work properly e Please ensure that appliance can be moved freely in the event of maintenance amp service 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 Refrigerator Model RB195 RB197 RB215 RB217 Width inch 32 1 8 Depth inch without door 24 1 4 24 1 4 26 1 4 26 1 4 with 70 1 8 70 1 8 70 1 8 70 1 8 Height inch without without hinge 69 7 8 69 7 8 69 7 8 69 7 8 Allow clearance to the right left back and top when installing This will helo reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower e f you install the Refrigerator where is below 50 F 10 C it may not function in optimum level When moving your refrigerator CAUTION 10 prevent floor damage be sure the front leveling legs are in the up position above the floor Refer to Leveling the refrigerator in the manual on page 16 Screwdriver Control Lever FLOORING For proper installation this refrigerator must be placed ona 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 223lbs 106kg To protect the finish of the flooring cut a large section of the cardboard c
28. nt 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 28_ 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 FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CA
29. own e Using Plastic Tubing Insert the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing into the AN compression fitting CAUTION Do not use without the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing Provided Refrigerator 3 Tighten the compression nut onto the compression fitting E tun water on and check for any leakage Household water line Copper tung n Plastic tubing lt A Compression _ Nut 1 4 Purchased Compression Plastic Tubing fitting Provided Compression Nut 1 4 Provided e You can purchase the necessary filter cartridge at the retailer where you purchased this refrigerator Make sure you buy the SAMSUNG filter cartridge Replacement cartridge No DA29 00015A to ensure the best performance e Water line must be connected to drinkable water only e When pushing the Refrigerator back make sure you don t roll over the power cord or water line Icemaker supply line 12_ 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 P8 Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator 2 Once the Refrig
30. rom the air vent Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable Is the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating Was anything dropped behind or under the Refrigerator 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 When the automatic ice maker is on ice is made in the ice container After the ice is made the container inverts and the ice falls into the storage compartment and water flows through the water valve These operations cause noise at regular intervals but that noise is normal ONILOOHSATENOYL 0 Some heat is normal as anti condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of the Refrigerator to prevent condensation Is the Refrigerator door ajar Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for a long time Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice Is the water line connected and the shut off valve opened Did you manually stop the ice making function Is the Freezer temperature too warm Try setting the Freezer temperature lower 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 fish should be tightly covered Clean out your
31. s mode press CAUTION the Power Freeze and Freezer buttons at the same time for 3 seconds until a Ding dong sound O is heard and the unit will now cool X U m S A Power 5 Coolina Off Freezer Cool ooling ae meds mw baa P aD aD C Freeze I I lF Ice Off ame Peer Child Lock Hold 3 sec The ice maker will produce 8 cubes per cycle approximately 100 130 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature number of door openings and other use conditions Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm the icemaker will stop producing ice After the icemaker has been turned on again there will be a time delay before the icemaker resumes operation Test Button It is normal for several cubes to be joined together If ice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy taste stale and shrink So if you don t want to make ice press the Ice Off button Operating _21 Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR The Samsung 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
32. u should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in 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 from developing Safety Information _7 Safety Information CAUTION SIGNS ue CONT D 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 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 L When Moving or Transporting the Refrigerator SEVERE WARNING SIGNS nio N Do not damage the refrigerant circuit around the refrigerator If it is damaged the refrigerant may leak and cause a fire and explosion Do not touch the refrigerant if it is damaged and follow the below items and contact the store where you buy it or Samsung Appliance SVC Center Tel 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 Open the windows and air the room Do not
33. use the ventilating fan 2 Avoid to use the flammable or electric appliances as possible 8_ Safety Information Contents SETTING UP YOUR REFRIGERATOR OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY 10 11 13 13 16 17 18 19 22 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Getting ready to install the refrigerator Installation of the water line Setting up the refrigerator Removing the refrigerator doors Leveling the refrigerator Parts and Features Using the control panel Controlling the temperature Storing food in the refrigerator Storing food in the freezer drawer Removing and relocating the refrigerator accessories Removing the freezer accessories Cleaning the refrigerator Changing the interior light Troubleshooting Warranty Contents _9 setting uo your Refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Congratulations on your purchase of this Samsung Refrigerator We hope you enjoy the state of art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator 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 to the right left back and top for air circulation If the Refrigerator does not have enough space the internal cooli
34. your Refrigerator Removal of the fridge door i i i WARNING Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door while removing the fridge door Hinge Cover 1 After removing the screw remove 2 Disconnect electric wire on the 3 With the 10mm wrench the upper Hinge Cover top of the refrigerator remove the three bolts that hold the hinge on the top of the refrigerator 4 Remove the screw that holds the 5 Separate Hinge from electric 6 Remove the fridge door by lifting ground wire wire and ground wire as shown it upward above Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door Removal of the freezer door SWING TYPE RB215 RB195 k Separate the Cap on the Middle 2 After removing one screw and two bolts remove the Middle Hinge Hinge Unscrew the screws with the screwdriver and hex bolts with the 3 16inch hex wrench 14_ Setting Up 3 Remove the Middle Hinge 4 Remove the Freezer door by 5 Remove the Cap on the Bottom connected to the Freezer lifting it Uoward Hinge Be careful not to drop and scratch the Freezer door dN ONILLAS LO Removal of the freezer door DRAWER TYPE RB217 RB197 t Separate the Cap on the Middle 2 After removing one screw and two hex bolts remove the Middle Hinge Hinges Unscrew the two hex bolts with the 3 16inch hex wrench 3 Aft
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