Samsung 33” French Door Refrigerator with Twin Cooling Plus System User Manual
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1. WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION damage Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property Do NOT attempt Do NOT disassemble Do NOT touch Follow directions carefully Unplug the power plug from the wall socket Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock New Beno Call the contact center for help CS Note These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others Please follow them carefully After reading this section keep it in a safe place for future reference wine SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION N e Do not install the refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire e Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose to the heaters or other appliance heat from stoves room Safety Information _3 Safety Information e Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power board The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical which has a voltage rating that matched the rating plate This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires e f the wall socket is loose do not i2. 8 v m D 3 z 9 Fridge Light Door Bin M mee Moving Tray j Location is adjustable KT be i H Door Bin Glass Shelf p i Vegetable amp Fruit Drawer Bottle Bin Freezer Light Pull Out Drawer Freezer Drawer Bin Operating _19 Operating your SAMSUNG Kefrigerator USING THE CONTROL PANEL Ice Off Power Freeze Freezer Fridge Power Cool E Saver e a Ooo I 3 Cis Recommended Temperature amp Function select control panel When the Ice Off Button is pressed ice will not be produced Use this function only when it is needed 1 Ice Off Button 2 Power Freeze Press this button to freeze food quickly Button Power Freeze will last 2 and a half hours Freezer temperature set button Freezer Button Press this button to set the Freezer temp between 14 C and 22 C At initial power on the default setting is 19 C Fridge temperature set button Press this button to set the Fridge temperature in 1 C intervals between 7 C and 1 C At initial power on the default setting is 3 C D 4 Fridge Button oa 5 Power Cool Press this button to cool the food in the fridge quickly Button Power Cool will
3. or counter clockwise 7 When you turn the hex wrench counter clockwise a 7 the door will move up Only the left door height is adjustable for RF215 RF195 model Swing Type CS 1 After adjusting the doors please insert the supplied fastener 5 using Pliers 6 in the gap between the hinge grommet 7 and the middle hinge 8 The number of fasteners you ll need to insert depends on the gap 2 fastener are enclosed with the refrigerator The thickness of each fastener is 1 0mm 16_ setting up INSTALLATION OF THE WATER LINE Before You Install the water line 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 e 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 e To prevent burns and product damage do not hook up the water line to the hot water line e Do not install the water line in areas where temperatures fall below freezing e 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 e All installations must be in a accordance w
4. Moisture from air leakage Uneven door alignment Wasting energy due to improper door seal 10_ setting up Disassembling the fridge door WAG Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door while removing the fridge door dN ONILLAS 10 1 Remove the 3 screws holding 2 Disconnect electric wire on the 3 Remove the 3 hex bolts that down the top table and remove top of the refrigerator hold the hinge on the top of it the refrigerator with the 10mm socket wrench m nf 4 Remove the screw that holds 5 Separate the hinge from the 6 Lift the door straight up to the ground wire with a philips electric wire and ground wire as remove screwdriver shown above Be careful not to drop and scratch the doors while removing them Disassembling the freezer door DRAWER TYPE RF217 RF197 sae Allen Wiehe 1 Separate the cap on the middle 2 Remove the screw attached to the left and right middle hinges with a hinge philips screwdriver Remove the 2 hex head bolts attached to the left and right middle hinges with an allen wrench 3 16 setting up _11 setting up your French Door Refrigerator 3 After opening the Freezer door 4 Remove 4 hex head bolts 5 Lift up the freezer door from the lift the drawer box from both sides with a socket rails wrench 10mm Be careful not to drop and scratch the freezer door Disassembling
5. Bin To remove the drawer Pull the drawer out fully Tilt up the rear of the bin and lift it out to remove o relocate the drawer Place the bin into the rail assembly Do not allow baby or children go inside the drawer bin They could damage the Refrigerator caution 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 remove the divider to clean the basket bin you must reinstall the divider using 1 screw WARNING after cleaning to prevent children from getting trapped inside the basket 28_ 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 SNILWYAdO Z0 Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the display panel with a damp clean and 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 Do not use Benzen
6. Light Cover Replacement LED is available from your nearest service center If you need to change LED contact our service center Freezer Light Replacment 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Open the freezer door 3 Pull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it 4 Disconnect the housing connector 5 Change the LED from the light cover 6 Install the light cover close the door and plug in the power cord 30_ Operating Troubleshooting PROBLEM The Refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently 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 The food in the Refrigerator is frozen 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 from the air vent SNILOOHS31ENOUL 0 You hear unusual noise or sounds Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable Is the back of the Refrigerator too cl
7. bins are not firmly inserted CAUTION Do not allow children to play with bins Sharp corners of the bins may cause injury Do not adjust a bin full of foods Dust removal method Remove the guard and wash in water SNILWYadO Z0 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 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 _27 Operating your SAMSUNG Kefrigerator 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
8. 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 L0 K 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 Ly Control Lever Screwdriver Both control levers must be surely touching the floor to avoid the possible personal injury or CAUTION property damage because of tipping setting up _15 setting up your French 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 1 When the left door is lower door is higher than the right than the right door door Adjustment part 1 Pull out the freezer drawer 1 then you can see the middle hinge 2 2 Insert the supplied hex wrench 3 into the shaft 4 of the middle hinge 3 Please adjust the height by turning the hex wrench 3 clockwise
9. the freezer door SWING TYPE RF215 RF195 H 1 Separate the Cap on the Middle 2 Remove the screw attached to the left and right middle hinges with a Hinge philips screwdriver Remove the 2 hex head bolts attached to the left and right middle hinges with an allen wrench 3 16 ee 3 Remove the Middle Hinge 4 Lift up the freezer door from the connected to the Freezer hinge Be careful not to drop and scratch the freezer door 12_ setting up setting up your French Door Refrigerator Reassembling the freezer door DRAWER TYPE RF217 RF197 1 Pull out the rails to the full length 2 Hang the freezer door front 3 With the 10mm wrench on each sidle of the cabinet onto open slot on the sides reattach 4 bolts to connect the evenly rail with the door 4 With the drawer pulled out fully insert the drawer box into the rail system Reassembling the freezer door SWING TYPE RF215 RF195 1 Place the hole in the bottom of 2 Replace the middle hinge connected to the freezer the freezer door over the right 3 Insert and tighten the screw into the left and right middle hinges with side low hinge a philips screwdriver Insert and tighten the 2 hex head bolts into the left and right middle hinges with an allen wrench 3 16 4 Replace the cap on the middle hinge 14_ setting up ADJUSTING THE DOORS Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator you want to
10. 8 1780 70 1 8 1780 70 1 8 1780 total 70 1 8 1780 70 1 8 1780 70 6 8 1798 70 6 8 1798 400mm Us RF197 RF18 617mm RF217 RF20 667mm RF197 RF18 1172mm RF217 RF20 1222mm 1492mm e The measurements here are based on the design dimension which may differ depending on the measuring method When moving your refrigerator caUTION TO prevent floor damage be sure the front adjusting legs are in the up position above the floor Refer to Adjusting the doors on page 15 Flat blade Control Lever FLOORING screwdriver 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 106kg 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 the refrigerator be sure to pull it straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in setting up _9 Setting up your French Door Refrigerator 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 Re
11. After inserting the compression nut into plastic tubing tighten the compression nut onto 1 4 compression fitting Provided Do not overtighten the compression nut Using Copper Tubing Slip the compression nut and ferrule on copper tubing as shown Using Plastic Tubing Insert the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing into the compression fit Do not use without the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing CAUTION NM WH 8 Tighten the compression nut onto the compression fitting 4 Turn water on and check for any leakage e Water line must be connected to drinkable water only Household water line Copper tubing or Plastic tubing Not supplied Not supplied Rm AK Compression Nut 1 4 Purchased _ Bulb Purchased Compression Plastic Tubing fn Praidd Provided Compression Nut 1 4 Provided Refrigerator ing e When pushing the Refrigerator back make sure you don t roll over the power cord or water line Icemaker supply line 18_ setting up Operating your SAMSUNG Kelrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator
12. RF195 RF197 RF215 RF217 RF18 RF20 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 er DA68 01845B 13 Features of your new Refrigerator 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 The easy to read Digital Display enhances the look of your kitchen and allows you precise 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 Inverter compressor RF18 RF20 Its imported high effective inverter compressor reduces power consumption of the refrigerator lowers noise while operation operates different stat
13. Refrigerator e Check for spoiled food e Foods with strong odors for example fish should be tightly covered Clean out your Freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspicious food Frost forms on the walls of the Freezer Is the air vent blocked Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely Allow sufficient space between the foods stored for efficient air circulation Is the Freezer drawer closed properly Water dispenser is not functioning Water dispenser models only Is the water line connected and the shut off valve opened Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked ake 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 _31 Warranty USA WARRANTY ON 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 Ten 10 years Parts and Five 5 years Labor on Digital Inverter Compressor Compressor evaporat
14. Refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Congratulations on your purchase of this 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 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 e e dN ONILLAS 10 Allow sufficient space to the right left back and top for air circulation Please ensure that appliance can be moved freely in the event of maintenance amp service If you install the Refrigerator where is below 10 C it may not function optimally e Do not locate the refrigerator where the wet condition 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 RF197 RF217 RF18 RF20 Width A 32 1 8 817 without door B 24 1 4 617 26 1 4667 24 1 4617 26 1 4 667 Dimension with door C 30 4 8 775 32 4 8 825 30 4 8 775 32 4 8 825 inch mm without hinge D 69 7 8 1775 69 7 8 1775 70 6 8 1798 70 6 8 1798 with hinge E 70 1 8 1780 70 1
15. TER 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 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 ALNVYYVM 70 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 oth
16. e Thinner car detergent or Clorox for CAUTION cleaning They may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire Printed letters on the display may come off if you spray the cleaning products directly on the product 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 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 CAUTION Shock Operating _29 Operating your SAMSUNG Kefrgerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS Electric Shock Hazard WARNING Before changing any of the interior lights either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box Failure to do so could cause electric shock resulting in death personal injury or damage to the appliance Refrigerator Light Replacement 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Open the refrigerator door 3 Pull the light cover down while pushing it backwards to remove it 4 Disconnect the housing connector 5 Change the LED from the light cover 6 Install the light cover close the door and plug in the power cord
17. ecommended refrigerator temperature 33 F to 36 F and freezer temperature 0 F to 2 F Steak 2 4 Days 6 9 Months Poultry 1 Day 12 Months Lunch meat 3 5 Days 1 Month Cooked Mat e o DAS en Months Check date code for use Store in coldest part of refrigerator in Poultry 2 3 Days 4 5 Months original packaging Place package in moisture and vapor proof Harr f22woeks 1 2 Months container for freezing Sources American Meat Institu e 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 Wash ington D C Freeland Graves J H and G C Peckham 1996 Foundations of food preparation 6th ed Prentice Hall Inc Englewood Cliffs NJ Hillers V N 1993 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 Educa tion 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 26_ Operating REMOVING 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
18. electric shock e Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance 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 e Do not let children hang on the door A serious injury may occur e Do not let children enter inside of the refrigerator There is a risk of children entrapment e Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance Any sharp edges may cause personal injury e Do not let children step on drawer s cover The drawer may break and cause them to slip e Do not overfill the refrigerator with food When you open the door an item may fall out and cause personal injury or material damage e Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or products stored in the freezer with wet hands This may cause frostbite e Do not spray inflammable gas near the refrigerator There is a risk of explosion or fire e Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the refrigerator The storage of benzene thinner alcohol ether LP gas and other such products may cause explosions e Do not store pharmaceuticals products scientific materials or temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the refrigerator e Do not place or use an electrical appliance inside the refrigerator unless it is
19. ends are square and clean ncomoct Coreg setting up _17 oor efrioerator setting up your French 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 cartridge holder inlet and outlet e Turn water on and check for any leakage 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 The water line must be connected to drinkable water only Cartridge Holder 5 Filter cartridge Plastic line Provided e Acompression 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 To use without the water filter Connecting to the water supply line e Shut off the main water supply line and turn the Ice maker to the off position e Locate the nearest cold water drinking line 1 Cold Water line 2 Pipe Clamp 3 Plastic line 4 Compression Nut 5 Compression Sleeve gt 6 Packing Nut DE Off Valve w Connect the water line to the fridge 1 Slip the compression nut through the plastic tubing 2
20. er rights which vary from state to state To obtain warranty service please contact Samsung at SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER Samsung Electronics America Inc 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 and www samsung com us support warranty _33 In case the need for servicing anses Do not hesitate to call any Samsung Authorized Service Center nearby giving them your name address and telephone number when your product is not functionning properly Warranty Information CANADA Limited Warranty for Original Purchaser This Samsung product is warranted by Samsung Electronics Canada Inc hereafter referred to as SECA against manufacturing defects in material or workmanship for the following periods Labor 1 year in home Parts ea SECA rurth r warrants that if this product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material SECA will repair or replace the product at its option All warranty repairs or part replacements must be performed by a SECA Authorized Service Center To find the nearest SECA Service Center call 1 800 SAMSUNG 7267864 or visit our web site at www samsung com ca Obligation to the Original Owner The original dated sales receipt must be retained by the customer and is the only acceptable proof of purchase It must be presented to a SECA Authorized Service Center at the time service is reque
21. erature again Power Freeze Freezer 19 C is Recommended 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 to 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 Fridge Power Cool CJ Cite The light goes off and it operates at the set fridge LILIc LJ temperature again Bers Recommended Z The Power Cool function operates for 2 and a half hours regardless of the set temperature 22_ Operating Ice Maker Operation 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 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 shri
22. es at different frequency and is advantageous in freezing capacity and cooling speed ita For easy future reference write the model and serial number down You Model will find your model number and serial number on the left side of the Serial refrigerator 2_ Features safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Before operating the appliance please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety 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 Important safety symbols and precautions
23. frigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between it and the wall Refer to installation instructions in this manual page 9 selecting the best location for the Refrigerator 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 food and drinks in the Refrigerator after the temperature is sufficiently cool Check the accessories listed below w L Ee Compression fitting Compression nut Hex Wrench Fastener Required Tools Not provided E E D Phillips screwdriver Flat blade Socket Wrench Hex Wrench 3 16 Pliers screwdriver 10mm for bolts for Mid hinge 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 WARNNG Disconnect power to the Refrigerator before removing the door or drawer 4 e Be careful not to drop damage or scratch the door drawer while removing them e Be careful not to get injured while removing the door drawer e Reattach the door drawer properly to avoid
24. ges can cause severe electric shock e Never use gas pipes telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground WARNING Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock If it is necessary to use an extension cord use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade grounding plug and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC115 120 V 10 A or more If a grounding adapter is used make sure the receptacle box is fully ground Note GFI ground fault interrupter is not recommended e If the power cord is damaged have it replaced immediately by the manufacturer or its service agent 4_ Safety Information ln CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION e Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface If your refrigerator is not level the internal cooling system may not work correctly e Keep ventilation opening in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstruction e Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation wo SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING S e Do not insert the power plug with wet hands e Do not store articles on the top of the appliance When you open or close the door the articles may fall and cause personal injury and or material damage e Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator If spilled there is a risk of fire or
25. ible 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 food 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 helps keep odor and mold from developing 24_ Operating FOOD STORAGE TIPS SNILWYAdO Z0 Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips DAIRY PRODUCTS Butter 2 3 Weeks 6 9 Months Wrap or cover tightly Check date code Most milk and similar products are sold in Milk 4 2 Weeks Not rec
26. ith local plumbing code requirements e Water line Kit and water filter are not covered by Samsung s Warranty The manufacturer or dealer 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 according to manufacturer or dealer s instruction e To order additional water filters please contact the manufacturer or dealer of the filter Using the water filter not provided 1 Cold Water line 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 Connecting to water supply line e Shut off the main water supply line and turn the Ice maker to the off position e Locate the nearest cold drinking water line e Follow the instructions in the water filter installation kit e After connecting the water supply line to the Cartridge Holder inlet insert plastic line in fully install the Filter Cartridge e Turn on water supply and Flush 3 gallons through filter before use flush approximately 6 minutes wo e f you want to install a water filter it must be installed outside the refrigerator It is not provided with your new refrigerator The filter cartridge 8 and holder 9 kit can be purchased from the P P retailer where you purchased this refrigerator e Do not use copper line l t t e Cut the tubing making sure the
27. mpletely e Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment Do not put bottles or glass containers in the freezer When the contents freeze the glass may break and cause personal injury e Service warranty and Modification 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 e Do not block air holes If the air holes are blocked especially with a plastic bag the refrigerator can be over cooled If this cooling period lasts too long the water filter may break and cause water leakage e If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back e If you have a long vacation planned or the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time you must empty the refrigerator and pull out the power plug Deterioration in the insulation may cause fire e Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open Otherwise door and mold may develop e To get Best performance of product Do not place foods too closely in front of the vents at the rear of the appliance as it can obstruct free air circulation in the refrigerator compartment Wrap the food up properly or place it in airtight containers before putting it into the refrigerator e Fill water tank ice tra
28. nk So if you don t want to make ice press the Ice Off button ONILWYadO Z0 Test Button When Ice making function is selected ice making is priority Then the temperature of freezer will be lower than the setting temperature If you don t need the Ice making function please press the button of Ice Off Operating _23 Operating your SAMSUNG Refngerator 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 be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or Moving Thay margarine yogurt or cream cheese bricks chee Bottle Bin Designed to handle large bulky items such as gallons of j milk or other large bottles and containers Designed to be crack resistant the shelves can be used Fee Snes to store all types of food and drinks Circular marks on 9 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 eae e Fii This drawer has been specifically designed to control the level of humidity within the compartment Keep vegetables and fruits separate when poss
29. nsert the power plug There is a risk of electric shock of fire e Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end e Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy articles on it e Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Damage to the cord may cause a short circuit fire and or electric shock e Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator Aerosols used near the Refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire e This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the manual before it is used e Connect the power plug in proper position with the cord hanging down If you connect the power plug upside down the wire can get cut off and cause a fire or electric shock e When moving the refrigerator be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord This constitutes a fire hazard e Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the refrigerator e Keep the packing materials out of reach of children There is a risk of death from suffocation if children put them on their head e The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation e e The Refrigerator must be safely grounded Always make sure that you have grounded the Refrigerator before attempting to investigate or repair any part of the appliance Power leaka
30. o control the fridge temperature follow as below Press the Fridge Button Refer the picture The temperature can be set in 1 C interval between 1 C and 7 C Operating _21 Operating your SAMSUNG Kefrigerator When selecting the fridge temperature the set temperature is displayed initially for 5 seconds then the actual temperature is Fridge Power displayed OOF There may be slight difference between the set temperature and LILI Lal displayed actual temperature but it will be corrected to the set Hib Recommented temperature automatically 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 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 CS If you want to make ice faster Controlling the Power Freeze Press the Power Freeze Button Refer to 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 temp
31. of a type recommended by the manufacturer e Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer e Do not damage the refrigerant circuit e Do not disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself You run risk of causing a fire malfunction and or personal injury Safety Information _5 safety Information no SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING e Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not fall out e This product is intended only for the storage of food in a domestic environment e If a gas leak is detected avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior lamps of the refrigerator Otherwise there is a risk of electric shock e If the appliance generates a strange noise a burning smell or smoke unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service center e If you experience difficulty when changing the light contact service agents e If any dust or water is in Refrigerator pull out power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center Otherwise there is a risk of fire often CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING N e Do not re freeze frozen foods that have thawed co
32. ommended date coded cartons that indicate a products s peak freshness Re seal with cap or wrap tightly Do not return unused protions to oroginal container Cream Cheese cheese food and 2 4 Weeks Not recommended cheese spread Hard Cheese un 3 4 Months 6 Months Check date code Keep all cheese tightly packed in moisture opened proof wrap Flard Sie 2 Months Not recommended opened Cottage Cheese 10 15 Days Not recommended Cream 7 10 Days 2 Months Check date code Most yogurt creams and similar products Sour Cream 2 Weeks Not recommended are sold in date coded cartons that indicate a product s peak freshness Re seal or cover tightly Do not return unused portions Cream Dips opened 1 Week Not recommended to original container Yogurt 10 14 Days Not recommended Check date code Keep covered Frozen Yogurt n a 2 Months EGGS Eggs uncooked 3 4 Weeks Not recommended Check date code Store eggs in coldest part of refrigerator and in their original container Eggs cooked 1 weeks Not recommended Store in covered container Leftover egg dishes 3 4 Days Not recommended Store in covered container FRESH FRUITS Apples 1 Month Not recommended Bananas 2 4 Days Not recommended Peaches Melons 3 5 Days Not recommended Pears Avocados f Berries and Cherries 2 3 Days 42 Months if storing in refrigerator do not wash fruit before storing Store in moisture resistant bags or containers Wrap cut fruits Some fruit
33. or 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 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 O
34. ose to the wall and therefore keeping air rom 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 emperature of the Refrigerator interior When the automatic ice maker is on ice is made in the ice container After he 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 The front corners and vertical hinged section of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring 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 Ice Maker is not producing ice Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice e Is the water line connected and the shut off valve opened e Did you manually stop the ice making function e Is the Freezer temperature too warm Try setting the Freezer temperature lower You hear water bubbling in the Refrigerator This is normal The bubbling comes from the Refrigerator coolant liquid circulating through the Refrigerator There is a bad smell in the
35. ould be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation The gases in the insulation material require a special disposal procedure Please contact your local authorities in regard to the environmentally safe disposal of this product Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the refrigerator are damaged prior to disposal CAUTION There is protective film on the surface of some refrigerator models which is used to protect the refrigerator from 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 Safety Information _7 Contents SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR OY OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR 9 a TROUBLESHOOTING 31 WARRANTY 2 VU 8_ contents 32 Getting ready to install the refrigerator Setting up the refrigerator Removing the refrigerator doors Adjusting the doors Making minor adjustments between doors Installation of the water line Parts and features Using the control panel Controlling the temperature Storing food in the refrigerator Storing food in the freezer drawer Food storage tips Removing the fridge accessories Removing the freezer accessories Cleaning the refrigerator Change the interior light Troubleshooting Warranty setting up your French Door
36. s Apricots 3 5 Days Not recommended darken when refrigerated Grapes 2 5 Days n a Pineapple un cut 2 3 Days Not recommended Pineapple cut 5 7 Days 6 12 Months Citrus 1 2 Weeks Not recommended Store uncovered Check date code and re seal in original container Do not return Juice 6 Days Not recommended 3 nee unused portions to original container Frozen Juice Thawing only 12 Months Check date code Do not re freeze FISH AND SHELLFISH Operating _25 Operating your SAMSUNG Kefrgerator Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips Fish Fatty Fish mackerel trout salmon 1 2 Days 2 3 Months Keep in original wrapper and store in coldest part of refrigera Lean Fish cod tor Package in vapor proof and moisture proof wrap for freezer flounder etc 1 2 Days 6 Months Freeze at O F Thaw in refrigerator or Check date code Freeze in Frozen or Breaded Wa 3 Months originial packaging Shellfish Shrimp uncooked 1 2 Days 12 Months Crab 3 5 Days 10 Months Freeze package in vapor and moisture proof container Cooked Fish or Shellfish 2 3 Days 3 Months MEAT Fresh Uncooked Chops 2 4 Days 6 12 Months Ground 1 Day 3 4 Months Roast 2 4 Days 6 12 Months Check date code for use Store in coldest part of refrigerator Bacon 1 2 Weeks 1 2 Months in original packaging Use additional moisture and vapor proof Sausage 1 2 Days 4 2 Months container for freezing R
37. shut off when 4 C is reached or after 2 and a half hours Press the Energy Saver button for better energy efficiency If water drops appear on the doors turn the Energy Saver function off 6 E Saver Button 20_ Operating CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Ice Off Power Freeze Freezer Fridge Power Cool E Saver ERE 19 C is Recommended 3 C is Recommended ONILWYadO Z0 Setting the freezer temperature If you want to control the freezer temperature follow as below Press the Freezer Button Refer the picture The temperature can be set in 1 C interval between 22 C and 14 C 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 OOF displayed actual temperature but it will be corrected to the set 4 r LILI J temperature automatically ower Freeze Freezer The Freezer temperature will change depending on the number of door openings quantity of food ambient temperature etc 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 t
38. sted before warranty services are rendered On all carry in models transportation to and from the Authorized Service Center is the responsibility of the customer Exclusions of the Warranty This warranty does not cover damage due to accident fire flood and or other Acts of God misuse incorrect line voltage improper installation improper or unauthorized repairs commercial use or damage that occurs during shipping Customer adjustments which are esplained in this owner s manual are not covered under the terms of this warranty This warranty will automatically be voided for any unit found with a missing or altered serial number This warranty is valid only on products purchased and used in the Canada Samsung Electronics Canada Inc Customer Service 2050 Derry Road West Mississauga Ontario L5N 0B9 Canada Customer Care Center 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 i Customer Care Center fax 1 866 436 4617 If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Samsung Electronics Canada Inc 2050 Derry Road West Mississauga Ontario L5N OB9 Canada TEL 905 542 3585 FAX 905 542 3835 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com ca support English www samsung com ca_fr support French 34_warranty CAUTION Throw away the coherent ice if the ice maker is not used for long time Set Ice Off for saving energy if the ice maker will not be used for long time If
39. therwise 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 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 32_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 AF
40. y water cubes only with potable water e Do not apply strong shock or excessive force onto the surface of glass Broken glass may result in a personal injury and or property damage 6_ Safety Information CAUTIO z CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING D e When the product is flooded make sure to contact your nearest service center There is a risk of electric shock or fire N e Do not directly spray water inside or outside the refrigerator There is a risk of fire or electric shock e Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug remove any foreign material or dust from the power plug pins Otherwise there is a risk of fire or electric shock e Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs nic SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR DISPOSAL DANGER Risk of child entrapment Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside e Please dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally friendly manner e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the appliance are damaged prior to disposal e When disposing of this refrigerator remove the door door seals and door latch so that small children or animals cannot become trapped inside Children sh
41. you want to buy and use a tool of shoveling ice put it into special place of ice box or take it out RF197 RF217 RF18 RF20 Caution Please clamp the power cord into the hook to prevent the power cord from being worn or damaged when the refrigerator isn t working or being moved Scan the QR code or visit www samsung com spsn to view our helpful How to Videos and Live Shows Requires reader to be installed on your smartphone Scan this with your smartphone
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