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Samsung RFG237AA User's Manual

1. E RFG238AA 28 35 3 4 69 5 8 69 3 4 30 1 2 RFG237AA 71 2cm 90 8cm 176 9cm 177 4cm 77 4cm e Allow clearance to the right left back and top when installing This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower e Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 10 C 50 F e Do not locate the refrigerator where it may become wet A N When moving your refrigerator amon To prevent floor damage be sure the front adjusting legs are in the up position above the floor Refer to Adjusting the doors in the manual on page 15 FLOORING For proper installation this refrigerator must be placed on a leveled 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 660lbs 299kg To protect the finish of the flooring cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working When moving a refrigerator it is needed to pull and push in the back and forth direction 8_ Setting Up SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR Now that you have your new refrigerator installed in place you are ready to set up and enjoy the features and functions of the appliance By completing the following steps your Refrigerator should be fully operational 1 Place the refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable
2. Do not place any large articles of food under the lamp in the fridge An air sensor is located near the lamp and if the sensor is blocked your fridge may become too cold Please place vegetable and fruits in the vegetable and fruit drawers to avoid freezing them If the food in your fridge becomes frozen please set the temperature higher STORING FOOD IN THE FREEZER DRAWER 8 SUPER EXTENDED DRAWER Best used to store meats or dry foods Stored food should be placed in a container or wrapped securely using aluminum foil or other suitable wrapping materials FS 9 TILTING POCKET 40 FREEZER DRAWER BIN Can be used for small packages of frozen food Can be used to store meat and dry foods Stored food should be placed in a container or wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials 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 32_ Operating Operating your French Door eingerator USING THE COOL SELECT PANTRY vs The Cool Select Pantry YS is a full width drawer with an adjustable temperature control This pantry can be used for large party trays deli items pizzas beverages or miscellaneous items There is a temperature sensor which can adjust the amou
3. Hold 3 sec for Power Cool eS Ww Be WY Ice Off Cubed Crushed Water Ice Off Ice Off Pelle ct ge Ice Type Water Power Freeze This icon will light uo when you press the Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button for 3 seconds Power Freeze is great when you need a lot of ice When you have enough ice just press the same button again for 3 seconds to cancel the Power Freeze mode After 2 and a half hours Power Freeze mode will turn off automatically to decrease energy consumption Cubed Ice W Crushed Ice B Water Y Enjoy cubed or crushed ice by selecting your preference from the digital control panel If you don t need ice turn the function off to save on water and energy consumption Each Ice type icon will light up by your selection Power Cool A This icon will light up when you press the Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds For a quick fridge cool down use Power Cool mode If you want to cancel the Power Cool mode just press the same button again for 3 seconds After 2 and a half hours Power cool mode will turn off automatically to decrease energy consumption Filter 6 When the filter indicator light is on it is time to change the filter Typically this happens about every 6 months The filter indicator will be Blue when you initially insert the water filter The filter indicator will be Light Pink when you have used your water filter for 270 gallons
4. The freezer temperature can be set between 13 C and 22 C to suit your particular needs Press the freezer button repeatedly AA until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display aa The temperature will move 16 C degrees each push 18 C gt Joe ee 20 C gt 21 C gt 22 C gt 13 C gt 14 C gt 15 C gt 10 C gt Yo 17 C gt 18 C Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt over 15 C The temperature display will move sequentially from 22 C to 13 C Five seconds after the new temperature is set the display will show the actual current freezer temperature until the new temperature Is reached Using the Power Freeze If you need a lot of ice or if you want to cool down the freezer faster you can use the Power Freezer function Press and hold the Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button for 3 seconds ae Then the power freeze indicator will light and activate the power Mes Oe Ooh freeze mode independent of the freezer set temperature If you am EO select Power freeze the inside temperature of the freezer will Sas SASS decrease for about two and a half hours When you have enough ice Just press and hold the button for 3 seconds again to cancel the Power Freeze mode Ihen the indicator will go out and the freezer will return to the set temperature again 28_ Operating Operating your French D
5. In order to operate the ice maker properly water pressure of 138 862Kpa is required If you have a long vacation or business trip and won t use water or ice dispensers close the water valve Otherwise water leakage may occur Wipe excess moisture from inside and leave the doors open Otherwise odor and mold may develop Do not put your fingers hands or any other unsuitable objects in the chute or ice maker bucket It may result in personal injury or material damage Never put your finger or any other objects in the dispenser opening It may cause injury Do not try to disassemble the ice maker Do not wash or spray the ice bucket with water 4 Water clouding phenomenon All water provided to refrigerators flows through the core filter which is an alkaline water filter In this process the pressure in the water that has flowed out of the filter gets increased and oxygen and nitrogen become saturated When this water flows out in the air the pressure plummets and the oxygen and nitrogen get supersaturated so that they turn into gas bubbles The water could look misty due to these oxygen bubbles Ihe water may look temporarily cloudy due to these oxygen bubbles After a few seconds the water will look clear 4 Please wait 1 second before removing the cup after dispensing water to prevent water dribble Do not pull out the lever dispenser after taking out ice or water It comes back automatically Ice is made in cubes When you selec
6. To remove Pull both brackets 1 upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the pocket To relocate Hook the ends of the pocket into both brackets 1 and push down until it locks into place 2 ICE BUCKET To remove Lift the ice bucket 4 To relocate Place the ice bucket into the Super extended drawer 2 3 Super Extended Drawer To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up the rear of the drawer and lift straight out To relocate Place the drawer onto the rails 4 by tilting it up Lower the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the Drawer 3 in 4 Freezer Drawer Bin To remove the drawer Pull the drawer out fully Tilt up the rear of the bin and lift it out to remove To relocate the drawer Place the bin into the rail assembly To remove the divider Pull the divider straight up To relocate the divider Hook the top corners of divider over the hole of the bin Do not allow baby or children to go inside the drawer bin caution hey 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 EA s VANNY If you remove the divider to clean the basket bin you must reinstall the warnine Civider after cleaning to prevent children from getting trapped inside the ba
7. a Fridge Hold 3 sec oc j d c Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze oO a for Power Cool EI g o E 3 Alarm gt S e an Ice Off 6 or Firer ese Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice Off Ice Off Po Ice Type Water I Press the Energy Saver button for better energy efficiency If water drops appear on the doors turn the Energy Saver function off Press the Freezer hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button to set the freezer to your desired temperature You can set the temperature between 22 C and 13 C Press and hold the Freezer hold 3 sec for Power freezer button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed to freeze products in the freezer It can be helpful if you need to quickly freeze easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the freezer has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open Press the Alarm hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button to turn off the door open alarm At first alarm mode is On After removing the old water filter and installing a new one reset the indicator by pressing and holding this button for 3 seconds The indicator is lit at first and will light again in about 6 months to let you know it is time to change your water filter Press the Lighting button to turn on the Dispenser LED lamp Press the Fridge hold 3 sec for Power Cool button to set the fridge to your desired temperature You can set the temperature between 1 C and 7 C Press and hol
8. clearance between the walls and the refrigerator 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 low Check the accessories listed below Water filter Hex wrench Fastener Compression fitting Compression nut dN ONILLAS LO Required Tools Not provided p S daXWS wo LL Philios screwdriver Flat blade screwdriver Socket wrench 7 16 Pliers Allen wrench 3 16 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Some installations require door 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 AN Disconnect power to the refrigerator before removing the door or drawer WARNING 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 Moisture from air leakage
9. 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 You need to remove all the protective plastic film before you initially plug in to use the product 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 leakages can cause severe electric shock e Never use gas pipes telephone lines or other potential lightning a
10. 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 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 e Use only the LED Lamps provided by manufacturer or service agents e 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 there are burning smells or smoke pull out power plug immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service center e If you experience difficulty when changing the light contact service agents e If the products equipped with LED Lamp do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED Lamp by yourself Please contact your 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 CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING N e Do not re freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely Do not place carbo
11. type of you want FERET iS a a ridge wt hl C i fo Hold 3 sec lame C wy B Yi er Crushed Water Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice or Child Lock No ICE Select this if you want to turn ice maker off 24_ Operating Using the ice Dispenser Place a glass underneath the ice dispenser and push gently against the dispenser lever with your glass Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the ice from bouncing out Before or during using wash ice bin bucket with a mild detergent rinse well and dry caution thoroughly it Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or solvents A N e When Cubed Ice is selected after using the Crushed Ice mode a small caution amount of residual crushed ice might be produced e f ice doesn t come out pull out the ice bucket and press the test button CAUTION located on the right side of ice maker e Do not press the test button continuously when the tray is filled with ice or water Water may overflow or ice jamming may occur e Normal Use To fill the ice bucket to maximum capacity after installation make sure to do the following steps 1 Allow your refrigerator to operate and cool down for 24 hours or 1 full day 2 Waiting 24 hours will allow your ice maker to cool properly 3 Dispense 4 to 6 Ice cubes into the glass 4 After 8 and 16 hours dispense a full glass of ice Check the 4 water level YNILVdAdO Z0 When you dump the ice from the ice bucke
12. with a philios screwdriver 12_ Setting Up REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS 4 Connect the dispenser door tube 5 and then insert a clip on the coupler with pulling tube Connect the connector 4 on the left side door and two connectors 3 at each side of the top cap The clip is enveloped inside of the top cap ml N Red Clip ae a Q c L D Dispenser Door Tube dispenser door tube A The dispenser door tube 5 must be fully inserted to the marked line to j domon prevent water leakage from the dispenser coupler 5 Position the top table 2 in place Insert and tighten the 3 screws into the top table with a philips screw driver After door opened reinsert the cap top table 1 and close the doors When reattaching the top table make sure that the wires are not pressed or damaged by the hinge cover 4 After assembling close the door and check to see whether the door has gaps between gaskets or is tilted If you see one of them please refer to Ad justing the doors page on 15 Setting Up _13 setting up your French Door Refrigerator ASSEMBLE THE FREEZER DRAWER 1 Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet 2 Attach the freezer door front onto the open slots on the sides 3 Tighten 4 hex head bolts completely with a socket wrench 7 16 4 Insert the l
13. 9 00003 Samsung DA97 06317A DA29 00003G Manufacturer Cuno Incorporated The water treatment device s listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Cysts Asbestos Turbidity Lead Mercury Organic Contaminants Benzene Carbofuran p Dichlorobenzene Rated Service Capacity 300 gal Rated Service Flow 0 5 gpm Conditions of Certification Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality except that systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts 44_ Water Filter Certification n 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 Waranty Information 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 1 year Compressor 5 year SECA further warrants that if this product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defect
14. Bulb Compression nut 1 4 Not supplied Lt Slip the compression nut through the supplied plastic tubing 2 Tighten the compression nut onto the 1 4 compression fitting If you are using copper tubing slip the compression nut not supplied and ferrule not supplied on copper tubing not supplied as shown If you are using plastic tubing insert the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing into the compression fitting Do not use without the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing CAUTION 3 Tighten the compression nut onto the compression fitting Do not over tighten the compression nut 4 Turn water on and check for any leakage Z Only connect the water line to a drinkable water source If you have to repair or disassemble the water line cut off 1 4 of the plastic tubing to make sure you get a snug leak free connection Installing the water filter After remove the right side upper shelf you can install the water filter more easily 1 Remove the water filter cover 1 2 Remove the fixed cap 2 by turning it counter clockwise Keep the cap in a safe place for later use if you don t use the filter 3 Remove the water filter 3 from the box and put a replacement indicator sticker Indicator sticker is included in the box on the filter as shown Place the sticker on the filter that dates six months in the future For exam
15. Handle Freezer door can be opened with less effort e Dual Ice Maker RFG238 The fridge and freezer each have an ice maker providing even more cubed and crushed ice PSAMsUNag For easy future reference write the model and serial Model number down You will find your model number and serial number on the left side of the refrigerator Serial 2 Features Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers 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 Instructions cover various models 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 Important safety symbols and precautions gt a aie Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death gt Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage O gt
16. O Z Do NOT attempt Do NOT disassemble Do NOT touch Follow directions carefully Unplug the power plug from the wall socket Make sure the refrigerator is grounded to prevent electric shock SH e 4104 Call the contact center for help 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 4 E 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 heat from stoves room heaters or other appliance e Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power board The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical board 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 Safety Information _3 Safety Information e If the wall socket is loose do not insert 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
17. Power Freeze If you need a lot of ice or if you want to cool down the freezer faster you can use the Power Freezer function Press and De 4 e hold the Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button for ap ns 3 seconds Then the power freeze indicator will light and A Ae Ade activate the power freeze mode independent of the freezer set AAN WAR RN temperature If you select Power freeze the inside temperature of the freezer will decrease for about two and a half hours When you have enough ice just press and hold the button for 3 seconds again to cancel the Power Freeze mode Then the indicator will go out and the freezer will return to the set temperature again Operating _23 Operating your French Door Refigerator REG237 MODEL CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Controlling the fridge temperature The fridge temperature can be set between 7 C and 1 C to suit your particular needs Press the fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display The temperature will move 16 C degrees each press 8 C gt 2 c gt 1 c gt 8 c gt 7 c gt Bc gt 4 c gt 3 C The temperature control process for the fridge works just like the freezer process Press the fridge button to set your desired temperature After a few seconds the fridge will begin adjusting towards the newly set temperature This will be reflected in the digital display Using the Power Cool For a qu
18. RFG237AA RFG238AA 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 SAMSUNG Features of your new Reingerator KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy efficient features e Twin Cooling System The fridge and freezer have separate evaporators Due to this independent cooling system the fridge and freezer cool more efficiently Additionally this separate air flow system prevents food odor of one compartment from seeping into other compartments e Cool Select Pantry S The Cool Select pantry S is a full width drawer with adjustable temperature control e Bigger Storage Capacity The refrigerator provides you bigger storage capacity within the same built in look without sacrificing style e Secure Auto Close The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open e Compact Ice Maker The Ice maker can dispense cubed or crushed ice e Digital Display and Temperature Control e Water Filtration System e Door Alarm A helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar e Tilting Pocket The tilting pocket can be used to store small packages of frozen food e Super Extended Drawer The upper drawer in the freezer comes out all the way to the tilting pocket e Easy
19. The filter indicator will be Red when you have used your water filter for 300 gallons After removing the old water filter and installing a new one see page 41 of the owner s manual for instructions when the filter indicator is red reset the indicator by pressing and holding the Alarm Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset button for 3 seconds The filter indicator will be blue or yellow green when the indicator is reset Cooling off Mode OF amp OF code on the display Cooling Off Mode stops cooling in the freezer and refrigerator compartments but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator To use this feature press Energy Saver Button and Freezer hold 3 sec for Power Freezer Button simultaneously for 3 seconds until an alarm sound is heard To cancel this mode press the same buttons again for 3 seconds and the refrigerator will return to cooling mode This function is for store display refrigerators It is not for customer use Operating _27 YNILVdAdO Z0 Energy saver R This icon will light uo when you press the Energy Saver button The Energy Saver function is automatically set to ON when power is supplied to the refrigerator If condensation occurs on the doors turn the Energy Saver mode off Lighting O This icon will light uo when you press the Lighting button In this case the dispenser light under the display will be on constantly If you would like the dispenser light to come on onl
20. UIS potatoes grapes bacon Zucchinis hot dogs corm 4 Fruits and vegetables may be damaged under the Chilled setting Do not store lettuce or other leafy produce in this setting ONON Do not store glass bottles in this pantry If they are frozen they can break and cause personal injury Operating _33 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR ACCESSORIES 1 Door Bins amp Dairy Compartment To remove Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out To relocate Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly assembled caution DO not allow children to play with bins Sharp corners of the bins may cause injury Do not adjust a bin with full of foods Dust removal method Remove the guard and wash with water 2 Tempered Glass shelves To remove Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction shown 1 and lift it up vertically 2 Pull the shelf out To relocate Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks can drop into the slots The Tempered Glass shelves are heavy caution Use special care when removing them 3 Vegetable amp Fruit Drawers To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up the front of the drawer and pull straight out To relocate Insert the drawer into t
21. Uneven door alignment Wasting energy due to improper door seal Disassemble the refrigerator doors Be careful not to drop and scratch the doors while wanne removing the doors Disassemble the refrigerator doors 1 With the door opened remove the hinge top table 4 with a flat blade screwdriver and close the door Remove the 3 screws holding down the top table 2 and remove it Setting Up _9 setting uo your French Door Refrigerator 2 Disconnect 2 connectors 3 at each side of the top cap and one connector 4 on the left side door Remove the tube 5 with pressing the dark gray color part 6 of the water line coupler If a red clip is on the coupler it must caution be removed before removing the tube Socket wrench 3 Remove the 3 hex head bolts 7 attached to the upper left aS and right door hinges with a socket wrench 7 16 oF Remove the ground screw 8 attached to the upper left and right door hinges with a philips screwdriver Remove the upper left and right door hinges 9 4 Lift the door straight up to remove 5 Remove the screw 10 attached to the lower left and right door hinges with a philios screwdriver _e _ g Remove the 2 hex head bolts 11 attached to the lower left xr EL 5 and right door hinges with an allen wrench 3 16 Remove the lower left and right door hinges 12 SCO Allen wre
22. amsung products please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CANADA INC 55 STANDISH COURT MISSISSAUGA ONTARIO L5R 4B2 CANADA TEL 905 542 3535 FAX 905 542 3835 1 800 SAMSUNG 7267864 www samsung com ca Warranty _45 ALNVddEVM 0
23. appear on the doors turn the Energy Saver function off Energy Saver Press the Freezer hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button to set the freezer to your desired temperature 2 Freezer hold You can set the temperature between 22 C and 13 C Press and hold the Freezer hold 3 sec for Power 3 sec for freezer button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed to freeze products in the freezer It can be helpful Power Freezer if you need to quickly freeze easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the freezer has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open Press the Alarm hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button to turn off the door open alarm At first alarm mode 3 Alarm hold 3 sec __ is On After removing the old water filter and installing a new one reset the indicator by pressing and holding for Filter Reset this button for 3 seconds The indicator is lit at first and will light again in about 6 months to let you know it is time to change your water filter 4 Lighting Press the Lighting button to turn on the Dispenser LED lamp Press the Fridge hold 3 sec for Power Cool button to set the fridge to your desired temperature 5 Fridge hold You can set the temperature between 1 C and 7 C 3 sec for Power Press and hold the Fridge hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed Cool to cool products in the refrigerator It can be helpful if you need to quickly co
24. d the Fridge hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed to cool products in the refrigerator It can be helpful if you need to quickly cool easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the fridge has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open Press the Ice OFF hold 3 sec for Child Lock button to turn the fridge or freezer ice making function off If you press and hold this button for 3 seconds the display and dispenser will be locked Press the Ice Type button to select your desired ice tyoe Cubed and crushed ice modes will be alternatively changed whenever you press the button This mode can not be used with the Water mode simultaneously Press the Water button to dispense water This mode can not be used with the Ice Type mode simultaneously Water mode will be off if you press the Ice Type button Some functions are activated after a few second delay when the buttons are pressed while others operate immediately This is normal operation 26_ Operating Operating your French Door Refigerator REG238 MODEL USING THE DIGITAL DISPLARY Freezer Temp 1 indicates the current freezer temperature Fridge Temp 2 indicates the current refrigerator temperature If you do not press any button freezer amp fridge temperature indicator will turned off in a few seconds If any button is pressed the display will light up again A Lighting i S
25. e when you open the doors too frequently or if a large amount of warm or hot food is placed inside This may cause the digital display to blink Once the Freezer and fridge temperature return to their normal set temperatures the DR M pa Wut Hf c Iter Cubed Crushe LE f SEG a R mia for Pi 2 EJ e Off ice Off Water Ic blinking will stop lf the blinking continues you may need to reset the Refrigerator Try unplugging the appliance wait for around 10 minutes and then plug the power cord back in lf there is an communication error between the Display and Main Controller the Pantry Display light may blink Once the normal set temperatures are reached the blinking will stop If the blinking continues for a long period of time please contact a Samsung Electronics Service Center USING THE COLD WATER DISPENSER Press the Ice type or Water button to select the type of you want a Y DX d D DOA Lighting Da Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze Ice Type Water Using the ice Dispenser Ic mah Cubed Crushed Water Select this if you want to turn ice maker off ice Off Ice Off No ICE Place a glass underneath the ice dispenser and push gently against the dispenser lever with your glass Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to preven
26. e Freezer Hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button for 3 seconds Power Freeze is great when you need a lot of ice When you have enough ice just press the same button again for 3 seconds to cancel the Power Freeze mode After 2 and a half hours Power Freeze mode will turn off automatically to decrease energy consumption Cubed Ice W Crushed Ice 8l Water WY Enjoy cubed or crushed ice by selecting your preference from the digital control panel If you don t need ice turn the function off to save on water and energy consumption Each Ice type icon will light up by your selection Power Cool A This icon will light up when you press the Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds For a quick fridge cool down use Power Cool mode If you want to cancel the Power Cool mode just press the same button again for 3 seconds After 2 and a half hours Power cool mode will turn off automatically to decrease energy consumption Filter 4 When the filter indicator light is on it is time to change the filter Typically this happens about every 6 months The filter indicator will be Blue when you initially insert the water filter The filter indicator will be Light Pink when you have used your water filter for 270 gallons The filter indicator will be Red when you have used your water filter for 300 gallons After removing the old water filter and installing a new one see page 41 of the owner s manual for instructions when the filte
27. e dispenser opening It may cause injury Do not try to disassemble the ice maker Do not wash or spray the ice bucket with water CAUTION 4 Water clouding phenomenon All water provided to refrigerators flows through the core filter which is an alkaline water filter In this process the pressure in the water that has flowed out of the filter gets increased and oxygen and nitrogen become saturated When this water flows out in the air the pressure plummets and the oxygen and nitrogen get supersaturated so that they turn into gas bubbles The water could look misty due to these oxygen bubbles The water may look temporarily cloudy due to these oxygen bubbles After a few seconds the water will look clear 4 Please wait 1 second before removing the cup after dispensing water to prevent water dribble Do not pull out the lever dispenser after taking out ice or water It comes back automatically Ice is made in cubes When you select Crushed the ice maker grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice Operating _25 Operating your French Door Retigerator REG 238 MODEL USING THE CONTROL PANEL 4 Energy Saver 2 Freezer hold 3 sec for Power Freezer 3 Alarm hold 3 sec for Filter Reset 4 Lighting 5 Fridge hold 3 sec for Power Cool 6 Ice off Hold 3 sec for Child Lock Ice Type 8 Water 2 a 2 CR ce Mm COME ching ___ 4 Freezer a a
28. e lights after reading through these directions contact your service center for help Replacement LED is available from your nearest service center If you need to change LED contact Samsung Parts distributor Changing the Interior Light in the Refrigerator 1 Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet 2 Remove the screw after removing the cover lamp by pulling it out 3 Disconnect the housing connector 4 Change the LED lamp Cover lamp Housing connector m Changing the Interior Light in the Freezer Drawer 1 Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet 2 Remove the pull out drawer Refer to Remove super extended drawer in the manual on page 36 3 Pull the shield down while pushing it bakwards to remove it 4 Disconnect the housing connector 5 Change the LED lamp from the cover lamp A Do not place your fingers inside the cover The lamp may be hot CAUTION 40_ Operating Operating your French Door eingerator CHANGING THE WATER FILTER The Filter light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge To give you preparation time to get a new filter the red light will come on just before the capacity of the current filter runs out Changing the filter on time provides you with the freshest cleanest Fitter water from your refrigerator i 1 Take a new water filter and put a month indicator sticker 1 on the filter as sh
29. enter inside of the refrigerator There is a risk of children entrapment 4_ Safety Information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING N 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 Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole ice chute and ice maker bucket It may cause personal injury or material damage 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 of a type recommended by the manufacturer e Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate the defrosting process
30. eturn unused portions to original container Frozen Juice Thawing only 12 Months Check date code Do not re freeze Operating _37 FOOD STORAGE TIPS Storage Tips FISH AND SHELLFISH a Fatty Fish mackerel 1 2 Days 2 3 Months Keep in original wrapper and store in coldest trout salmon part of refrigerator Package in vapor proof Lean Fish cod 1 2 Days 6 Months and moisture proof wrap for freezer Freeze flounder etc at 18 C Thaw in refrigerator or under cold running water Check date code Freeze in original packag Shefish Freeze package in vapor and moisture proof conten Cooked Fish or 2 3 Days 3 Months Shellfish MEAT Fresh Uncooked 2 4 Days 6 12 Months Check date code for use Store in coldest part 2 4 months of refrigerator in original packaging Add more packaging in moisture proof and vapor proof 2 4 Days 6 12 Months container for freezing Recommended refrig erator temperature 0 5 C to 2 C and freezer nee ete Cooked Check date code for use Store in coldest part of refrigerator in original packaging Package in moistureproof and vapor proof container for Sources American Meat Institute Foundation 1994 Yellow pages answers to predictable questions consumers ask about meat and poultry American Meat Institute Food Marketing Institute 1999 The food keeper Food Marketing Institute Washington D C F reeland Graves J H and G C Peckham 1996 Foundations of food pre
31. he frame rails and push back into place A N The drawers 2 need to be removed before the glass shelf CAUTION 41 lifted out Do not open the drawers while the pantry is open lt may cause a scratch or breakage to the drawer covers 34_ Operating Operating your French Door eingerator 4 Cool Select Pantry PLUS To remove the pantry Pull the pantry out to full extension Tilt up the front side of pantry and pull straight out To relocate the pantry Pull the rails out to full extension of refrigerator Place the drawer onto the rails and slide the pantry back until it is in place YNILVdAdO Z0 To remove the divider Pull the pantry completely out to full extension and raise the front side of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry then lift the divider out To relocate the divider Hook the back of the divider over the rear wall of the pantry and push the divider down USING THE DOORS The Refrigerator doors ensure that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed When the refrigerator door is only partially open it will automatically close But the door will stay open when opened more than the auto close range USING THE TILTING POCKET The tilting pocket can be used to store small packages of frozen food Operating _35 REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1 Tilting Pocket
32. ice tray water cubes only with potable water e When the refrigerator gets wet by water pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center CAUTION SIGNS FOR CLEANING 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 A SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR DISPOSAL e 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 should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation The gases in insulation material require a special disposal procedure Please c
33. ick Fridge cool down use the Power Cool function Press and hold the Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds Then the power cool indicator will light and activate the power cool mode independent of fridge set temperature If you select Power Cool the inside temperature of the fridge fasia l J Pia will decrease for about two and a half hours or until 4 C is u EEA RRI Ee reached Press and hold the button for 3 seconds again to cancel the Power Cool mode Then the indicator will go out and the Refrigerator will return to the set temperature again iY The temperature of the Freezer fridge or Pantry Room may rise when you open the doors too frequently or if a large amount of noy OS po m 6 warm or hot food is placed inside alm mm This may cause the digital display to blink Once the Freezer and wie Ul fridge temperature return to their normal set temperatures the Ae ee oe blinking will stop If the blinking continues you may need to reset the Refrigerator Try unplugging the appliance wait for around 10 minutes and then plug the power cord back in If there is an communication error between the Display and Main Controller the Pantry Display light may blink Once the normal set temperatures are reached the blinking will stop If the blinking continues for a long period of time please contact a Samsung Electronics Service Center USING THE COLD WATER DISPENSER Press the Ice Water button to select the
34. in the refrigerator CAUTION Q If you use all the ice at once steps 3 and 4 above must be repeated before dispensing the first 4 to 6 ice cubes you need to wait for 8 hours This will replenish the ice cubes and ensure maximum ice production Using the water dispenser Place a glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the water dispenser lever with your glass Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out If you have just installed the refrigerator or just installed a new water filter discard the first six glassfuls of water to flush out impurities in the water supply system Make sure water flows cleanly before drinking A N When you do not use the water dispenser for 2 3 days especially during the summer the dispensed water may have a funny smell or taste If this occurs we recommend that you discard the first 1 2 glasses of water for better taste CAUTION Using the ice off Function When selecting the Ice Off mode remove all ice cubes from the bucket If you are not using the ice dispenser the ice cubes may clump together Pull the lock lever forward to throw away ice cubes or remove clumped ice from the bucket Push the bucket back until you hear a click A N Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator The water supply to this refrigerator must only be installed connected by a suitably qualified person and connect to a potable water supply only
35. ing was performed under standard laboratory conditions actual performance may vary Contaminant Average NSF Specified Average Average Max NSF Reduction Influent Influent Product Permissible Reduction Concentration Challenge Reduction Water Product Requirements Concentration Concentration Water Units apply Concentration to each row oe 214mg L 2 0 mg L 10 0 05 mg L NA J 00029741 Particulate Class Particle size 1066 065 Atleast 10 000 96 1471 833 ptsymL NA gt 85 J 00029739 ot mL particles mL lt 0 5to lt 1um 127 500 cysts L irae 99 99 lt 1 cyst L NA gt 99 95 J 00031000 Turbidity 105 1441 NTU 0 15 NTU O 5NTU gt 0 5NTU J 00033223 108 ot8NTU Lead pH 6 5 153 ug L 0 15 10 lt 1ug L 0 010 mg L 10 ug L J 00039590 88 gt 9 3 Lead pH 8 5 155 ug L 0 15410 gt 99 4 lt 1ug L 0 010 mg L 10 ug L J 00039591 Mercuy pH6 5 5 97 ug L 0 006 10 966 lt 0 2ug L 0 002mg L 2ug L J 00039589 Mercuy pH8 5 6 29 ug L 0 006 10 0 7 ug L 0 002 mg L 2ug J 00039586 0 225 10 0 525ug L 0 075 mg L J 00029749 Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts lt 0 17 MFL NA J 00029743 Water Filter Chart 43 WATER FILTER CERTIFICATION State of California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 04 1660 Date Issued July 7 2004 Date Revised June 2 2008 Trademark Model Designation Replacement Elements Samsung DA61 00159A B DA2
36. ips screwdriver 3 Find the best level to align the door slope Example The slope is about 0 08 2mm as shown below Rotate the height adjuster to 2 0 to reduce the door slope Slope Reference plane After adjustment tighten the controller screw 3 and philips screws Setting Up _17 Setting up your French Door Refngerator CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE A water dispenser is one of the helpful features on your new refrigerator To help promote better health the water filter removes unwanted particles from your water However it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that In order for the ice maker to operate properly a water pressure of 20 125 psi is required Under normal conditions a 170 cc 5 75 oz cup can be filled in 10 seconds If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure below 20psi you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure Make sure the water storage tank inside the refrigerator is properly filled To do this press the water dispenser lever until the water runs from the water outlet Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from your dealer We recommend using a water line installation kit that contains copper tubing and 1 4 compression nut Connecting to the water supply line 1 First shut off the main water supply 2 Locate
37. it your local home improvement center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor Be sure the replacement water filter has the SAMSUNG logo on the box and on the water filter Link htto www samsungparts com Operating _41 IFOUDIESNOCTING PROBLEM The refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently The food in the fridge is frozen You hear unusual noise or sounds The cabinet door sealing area of the appliance is hot and condensation is occurring Ice Maker is not producing ice You can hear water bubbling in the refrigerator There is a bad smell in the refrigerator Frost forms on the walls of the freezer Water dispenser is not functioning Auto close system does not work with the freezer door 42_ Troubleshooting SOLUTION e Check that the power plug is properly connected e Check the set temperature on the digital display is warmer than the freezer or fridge inner temperature e Set the refrigerator colder e s the refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source e Is the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating e Check to see if the set temperature on the digital display is too low e Try setting it to a warmer temperature e Is the temperature in the room too low Set the refrigerator warmer e Did you store the food which soft in the coldest part of the refrigerator e Try moving those items on the
38. ive 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 requested 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 55 Standish Court Mississauga Ontario L5R 4B2 Canada Customer Care Center 1 800 SAMSUNG 7267864 Customer Care Center fax 1 866 436 4617 If you have any questions or comments relating to S
39. maker for safety reasons Operating _31 STORING FOOD IN THE FRIDGE The Samsung French Door Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum space saving features and functions Here are some of the customized compartments we have created to keep your food fresher longer In order to further prevent odor from seeping into the ice compartment stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible 4 DAIRY COMPARTMENT Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine yogurt or cream cheese bricks ez 2 DOOR BINS 3 TEMPERED GLASS SHELVES Designed to handle large bulky items such as gallons of milk or other large bottles and containers Designed to be crack resistant the shelves can be used to store all 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 4 CAN RACK 5 VEGETABLE amp FRUIT DRAWERS 6 COOL SELECT PANTRYPLUS Designed to store beverage containers Used to preserve the freshness of your stored vegetables and fruits This drawer could control the level of humidity for items that must keep the enough moisture Keep vegetables and fruits separate when possible Can be used for large party trays deli items pizzas beverages or miscellaneous items Oy 7 EGG CONTAINER Best place to keep eggs Place the container on the shelf for easy access
40. nated 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 Safety Information _5 safety Information 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 Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open Otherwise odor 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
41. nch 10_ Setting Up DISASSEMBLE THE FREEZER DRAWER 1 Take out the upper drawer by lifting it up 2 Remove the tilting pocket 1 by pulling both support guards 2 upward at the same time dN ONILLAS LO 3 Take out the lower basket 3 by lifting the basket up from the rail system 4 Remove 4 hex head bolts from both sides with a socket wrench 7 16 5 Lift up the freezer door from the rails Setting Up _11 Setting up your French Door Refrigerator REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Assemble the refrigerator doors 1 Reattach the lower left and right door hinges 12 With a Philips head screwdriver insert and tighten the screw 10 into the lower left and right door hinges With a allen wrench 7 16 insert and tighten the 2 hex head bolts 11 into the lower left and right door hinges Allen wrench 2 Place the hole in the bottom of the door over the door hinge 12 Be careful not to miss the hinge cap because It can be easily taken off 3 Insert the upper hinges 9 into the holes at the top of Socket wrench the doors Insert and tighten the 3 hex head bolts 7 into the upper left and right door hinges with a socket wrench 7 16 Insert and tighten the ground screw 8 into the upper 9 left and right door hinges
42. nd throw away any spoiled food e s the air vent blocked Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely e Allow sufficient space between the foods stored for efficient air circulation e Is the freezer drawer closed properly e Is the water line connected and the shut off valve opened e Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked e Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction e Is the water tank frozen because the fridge temperature is too low Try selecting a warmer setting on the Digital display e Is there an imbalance between the right and left parts of the door Warranty WATER FILTER CHART Performance Data Sheet For Samsung Model DA97 06317A Using Replacement Cartridge DA29 00003G This system has been tested according to NSF ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of the substances listed below The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF ANSI 42 and 53 ALNVHHYYVM 0 System tested and specified by NSF International against NSF ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor Particulate Class and against NSF ANSI Standard 53 for the reduction of Cysts Turbidity Lead Asbestos Benzene Carbofuran o Dichlorobenzene and Mercury To a capacity of 300 gallons 1 136 liters Note that while the test
43. nt of cold air allowed into the pantry The control is located on the right side of the pantry YNILVdAdO Z0 e Press the button you want The Chilled mode 1 C Fresh mode 3 C and Deli mode 5 C will be selected whenever you pres each button Initially the Fresh mode is set Though the set temperature is different from the current temperature the temperature will be changed to the set temperature automatically e t can be changed Pantry temperature by amount of items Surround temperature and frequency of door opening e t can be changed due to the grocery thermal loading in the pantry Temperature You can select your pantry temperature from among Chilled mode 1 C Fresh mode 8 C and Deli mode 5 C modes Selection Button 1 When Deli is selected the temperature of the pantry will be kept around 5 C 41 F This feature helos keep food fresh for a long time 2 When Fresh is selected the temperature of the pantry will be kept around 3 C 38 F This feature helps keep food fresh for a longer time 3 When Chilled is selected the temperature of the pantry will be kept around 1 C 34 This feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for a longer time Deli Fresh Chilled Chilled pineapples cucumbers steaks lemons apples hard cheeses O avocados oranges COI G
44. ol Lever flat blade screwdriver Control Lever 0 flat blade screwdriver setting up _15 Setting up your Freach Door Refrigerator MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN DOORS Remember a leveled refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly flush If you need help review the previous section on leveling the refrigerator When the left door is higher than the right door When the left door is lower than the right door 1 Pull out the freezer drawer 1 then you can see the lower hinge 2 2 Insert the supplied allen wrench 8 16 3 into the shaft 4 of the lower hinge 3 Please adjust the height by turning the hex wrench 3 clockwise or counter clockwise 7 When you turn the hex wrench counter clockwise t7 the door will move up 1 After adjusting the doors please insert the supplied fastener 6 using a pliers 5 in the gap between the hinge grommet 7 and the lower hinge 8 The number of fastener you ll need to insert depends on the gap 2 fastener are enclosed with the refrigerator The thickness of each fastener ring is 0 04 16_ Setting Up ADJUSTING THE FREEZER DRAWER LEVEL Adjustment part Freezer Drawer 1 Locate the height adjuster 1 in the freezer drawer Unscrew the 8 Phillips screws 2 slightly to loosen the door dN ONILLAS LO 2 Loosen the controller screw 3 with a Phill
45. ol easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the fridge has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open 6 Ice off Hold 3 Press the Ice OFF hold 3 sec for Child Lock button to turn the fridge or freezer ice making function off sec for Child Lock f you press and hold this button for 3 seconds the display and dispenser will be locked Press the Ice Type button to select your desired ice type Cubed and crushed ice modes will be alternatively Ice Type changed whenever you press the button This mode can not be used with the Water mode simultaneously 8 Water Press the Water button to dispense water This mode can not be used with the Ice Type mode simultaneously Water mode will be off if you press the Ice Type button Some functions are activated after a few second delay when the buttons are pressed while others operate immediately This is normal operation Operating _21 Operating your French Door errngerator USING THE DIGITAL DISPLAY Freezer Temp 1 indicates the current freezer temperature Fridge Temp 2 indicates the current refrigerator temperature If you do not press any button freezer amp fridge temperature indicator will turn off in a few seconds If any button is pressed the display will light up again Ice Off Hold 3 sec swe Ye Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice Off Child Lock for Child Lock Power Freeze This icon will light up when you press th
46. ontact 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 6_ Safety Information Contents SETTING UP YOUR 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 09 Setting up the refrigerator O9 Removing the refrigerator doors 11 Disassemble the freezer drawer 12 Reattaching the refrigerator doors 14 Assemble the freezer drawer 15 Adjusting the doors 16 Making minor adjustments between doors 17 Adjusting the freezer drawer level 18 Checking the water dispenser line 19 Installing the water line OPERATING YOUR 21 Using the control panel RFG237 Model FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 22 Using the digital display RFG237 Model 23 Controlling the temperature RFG237 Model 2 24 Using the cold water dispenser RFG237 Model 26 Using the control panel RFG238 Model 2 Using the digital display RFG238 Model 28 Controlling the temperature RFG238 Model 29 Using the cold water dispenser RFG238 Model 31 Parts and features 32 Storing food in the refrigerator 32 Storing food in the freezer drawer 33 Using the Cool Select PantryPLYS 34 Removing the refrigerator accessories 35 Using the doors 35 Using the tilting pocket 36 Removing the freezer accessories 37 Food storage tips 39 Cleaning the refrigerator 40 Changing the interior lights 41 Changing the water filter TROUBLESHOOTING 42 Troublesho
47. oor Refigerator REG 258 MODEL Controlling the fridge temperature The fridge temperature can be set between 7 C and 1 C to suit your particular needs Press the fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display The temperature will move 18 C degrees each press B C gt 2 C gt 1 C gt 8 C gt 7 C gt 6 C gt 4 C gt 3 C The temperature control process for the fridge works just like the freezer process Press the fridge button to set your desired temperature After a few seconds the fridge will begin adjusting towards the newly set temperature This will be reflected in the digital display Using the Power Cool For a quick Fridge cool down use the Power Cool function Press and hold the Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds Then the power cool indicator will light and activate the power cool mode independent of fridge set temperature If you select Power Cool the inside temperature of the fridge will decrease for about two and a half hours or until 3 C is reached Press and hold Filter Cu D M A0 Lit a Ww BI il be Cc d Crushed W BH ff F Water Ice Off IceO the button for 3 seconds again to cancel the Power Cool mode Then the indicator will go out and the Refrigerator will return to the set temperature again The temperature of the Freezer fridge or Pantry Room may ris
48. or Initially the Alarm is set to on Ice off This icon will light uo when you press the Ice Off button In this case the ice will not be produced Lock A This icon will light up when you press the Lock button In this case you won t be able to use the control panel If you press and hold the Ice Off Hold button for 3 sec to unlock Child Lock you will be able to use the control panel again YNILVdAdO Z0 CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Basic temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments The basic temperature and or recommended temperatures of the freezer and refrigerator Compartments are 18 C and 3 C respectively If the temperature of freezer and fridge Compartments are too high or low adjust the temperature manually Controlling the Freezer temperature The freezer temperature can be set between 13 C and 22 C to suit your particular needs Press the freezer button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display The temperature will move 2 F degrees each push 18 C gt 20 C gt 21 C gt 22 C gt 13 C gt 14 C gt 15 C gt 16 C gt 17 C gt 18 C Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt at 15 C The temperature display will move sequentially from 22 C to 13 C Five seconds after the new temperature is set the display will show the actual current freezer temperature until the new temperature is reached Using the
49. other shelves in fridge instead of keeping them in the Cool Select PantryPLYs e Check that the refrigerator is level and stable e Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating e Try locating the refrigerator at least 2 inches from the wall e Was anything dropped behind or under the refrigerator e A ticking sound is heard from inside the refrigerator It is normal and occurs because various accessories are contracting or expanding according to the temperature of the refrigerator interior e Some heat is normal as anti condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of the refrigerator to prevent condensation e s the refrigerator door ajar Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for a long time e f a sound that hit something is heard from inside the refrigerator It is normal The sound comes due to ice cubes rubbing in the bucket periodically e Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice e s the water line connected and the shut off valve opened e Did you manually stop the ice making function e s the freezer temperature too warm Try setting the freezer temperature lower e This is normal The bubbling comes from refrigerant circulating through the refrigerator e Check for spoiled food e Foods with strong odors for example fish should be tightly covered e Clean out your freezer periodically a
50. oting A WARRANTY 43 Water filter chart 44 Water filter certification A 3 45 Warranty on SAMSUNG refrigerator Contents _ 7 i gt OOO UO VO aN JOC ANN IOALaAlO Ak j CJ GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung French Door Refrigerator We hope you enjoy the state of art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers Selecting the best location for the refrigerator 4h e A location with easy access to the water supply 2 inch A location without direct exposure to sunlight A location with a leveled floor A location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily Allow sufficient space for air circulation of the internal cooling system If the refrigerator does not have enough space the internal cooling system may not work properly 3 inch If your refrigerator has an ice maker allow extra space at the back for the water line connections When you install the refrigerator next to a fixed wall minimum clearance is 3 4 95mm between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to swing open First thing Make sure that you can easily move your refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways both width and height thresholds ceilings stairways etc The following chart details the exact height and depth of Samsung French Door Refrigerator Depth Width Height Overall Depth A B a Pi Height D
51. ower basket 6 into the rail system 5 Hook the ends of the tilting pocket 7 onto the brackets and push down until they are locked into place 6 Insert the upper drawer Remove 2 pieces of tape 9 attached to the side of the drawer bin Reattach the tape in the same position when moving the refrigerator to prevent scratching the drawer bin 14_ setting up ADJUSTING THE DOORS 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 which may cause moisture condensation and increased energy bills For example when the left side is lower than the right side insert a flat blade screwdriver into a notch on the left control lever and turn it counterclockwise to level the door Turning it clockwise to lower the refrigerator and counterclockwise to raise it For the left side is higher do it with right lever Both control levers must be surely touching the floor to avoid possible personal injury or property damage because caution Of tipping dN ONILLAS LO 4 We do not recommend making small adjustments with the control lever Instead refer to the next page for the best way to make minor adjustments to the doors a CZ ye cens a N 4 aS Contr
52. own The date on the sticker must be six months from the current date For example if you are replacing the water filter in March put the SEP September sticker on the filter to remind you to replace in September Normal filter life is about 6 months 2 Remove the new filter s protective cap 2 and remove the old filter 3 Position and insert the new filter into the cover filter Slowly turn the water filter clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover locking the filter in position Make sure to align the water filter label 3 mark with the center of cover filter printing as illustrated Remember do not over tighten YNILVdsAdO Z0 ver filter Turn until the Indicator sticker label aligned month indicator oA 4 After above steps press and hold the Alarm Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset button for 3 seconds to reset the filter A RNA Oo Pal lal c Ltt c 5 Lastly run 1 or more gallons of water through water dispenser to clean the water supply system Make sure that water flows cleanly again before drinking Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly otherwise water may drip from the dispenser This means that there is still air in the line Do NOT use the water or ice dispenser without a water filter cartridge because the water line may become blocked Ordering a Replacement Water Filter For a replacement water filter you can vis
53. paration 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 Education Foundations International Food Safety Council Washington D C USDA 1997 Basics for handling food safely U S Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service Washington D C 38_ Operating Operating your French Door eingerator CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps Keep the refrigerator from odor and germ 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 YNILVdsAdO Z0 Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the control panel and digital display 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 Stainless steel cleaner and then wiped dry with a soft cloth To keep you
54. ple if you install the water filter in March put the SEP sticker on the filter to remind you to replace it in September This way you can life is about 6 months Indicator sticker remember the time to replace the water filter Normally a filter month indicator Setting Up _19 dN ONILLAS LO Setting up your French Door Refngerator Cover filter 4 Remove the filter cap 4 and insert the filter into the filter housing 5 Slowly turn the water filter 90 clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover locking the filter in position Make sure to align the water filter label mark 5 with center of cover filter printing as illustrated Remember do not over tighten Turn until the label is aligned Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing the water filter N 1 Turn on the main water supply amp turn on the valve to the water supply line 2 Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear approx 6 7minutes This will clean the water supply system and remove air from ua Pure Ph E 3 C the lines 3 Additional clearing time may be required in some households 4 Open the Refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming NE from the water filter b Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly or water may leak from it This is due to the fact that there is still air in the line Reverse O
55. r appliance in best looking the exterior should be polished once or twice a year A N Do not use Benzene Thinner or Clorox for cleaning They may CAUTION damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire Printed letters on the display may be erased if the stainless cleaner caution IS applied directly to the area where the letters are printed Cleaning the Ice Water Dispenser Push down one end of the tray dispenser and remove it Wipe the Ice Water Dispenser with a clean and soft cloth Cleaning the Rubber door seals 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 dust or stain by cleaning the doors with a mild detergent and damp cloth Wipe dry with a clean soft cloth 8 EF N Do not clean the refrigerator with benzene thinner or car detergent OCO Z caution QUE to risk of fire gt Cleaning the rear side of the refrigerator To keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and dirt accumulation vacuum the rear side of the appliance once or twice a year caution DO not remove the back cover 1 It may cause an electric shock Operating _39 CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS Before changing any of interior lights unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply If you are unsure caution about changing th
56. r indicator is red reset the indicator by pressing and holding the Alarm Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset button for 3 seconds The filter indicator will be blue or yellow green when the indicator is reset Cooling off Mode OF amp OF code on the display Cooling Off Mode stops cooling in the freezer and refrigerator compartments but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator To use this feature press Energy Saver Button and Freezer hold 3 sec for Power Freezer Button simultaneously for 3 seconds until an alarm sound is heard To cancel this mode press the same buttons again for 3 seconds and the refrigerator will return to cooling mode This function is for store display refrigerators It is not for customer use 22_ Operating Energy saver p amp This icon will light uo when you press the Energy Saver button The Energy Saver function is automatically set to ON when power is supplied to the refrigerator If condensation occurs on the doors turn the Energy Saver mode off Lighting 0 This icon will light up when you press the Lighting button In this case the dispenser light under the display will be on constantly If you would like the dispenser light to come on only when using the dispenser turn the Lighting mode off Alarm d This icon will light up when you press the Alarm button The door alarm will sound if any door is open for more than 3 minutes The beeping stops when you close the do
57. sket 36_ Operating Operating your French Door eingerator FOOD STORAGE TIPS DAIRY PRODUCTS 2 3 Weeks 6 9 Months Wrap or cover tightly Milk 1 2 Weeks Not recommended Check date code Most milk and similar products are sold in date coded cartons that indicate a product s peak freshness Re seal with cap or wrap tightly Do not return unused portions to original container Cream Cheese 2 4 Weeks Not recommended Check date code Keep all cheese tightly cheese food and packed in moisture proof wrap cheese spread Hard Cheese unopened 3 4 Months 6 Months Hard Cheese opened 2 Months Not recommended Cottage Cheese 10 15 Days Not recommended 7 10 Days 2 Months Check date code Most yogurt creams and similar products are sold in date coded car Not recommended tons that indicate a product s peak freshness Cream Dips opened 1 week Not recommended Re seal or cover tightly Do not return unused portions to original container 10 14 Days Not recommended Check date code Keep covered Frozen Yogurt 2 Months EGGS of refrigerator and in their original container FRESH FROIMTS If storing In refrigerator do not wash fruit be ip tag aplenty Peaches Melons 3 5 Days Not recommended darken when refrigerated Pears Avocados Apricots Grapes Pineapple un cut Pineapple cut Citrus Juice 6 Days Not recommended Check date code and re seal in original YNILVdAdO Z0 container Don not r
58. smosis Water Supply IMPORTANT The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi 241 and 827 kPa If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi 276 to 414 kPa lf the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system Is less than 40 to 60 psi 276 to 414 kPa e Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked Replace the filter if necessary e Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage e f your refrigerator has a water filter tt may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system Remove the water filter If you have questions about your water pressure call a licensed qualified plumber 20_ Setting Up Operating your French Door Refigerator REG 23 7 MODEL USING THE CONTROL PANEL Energy CoE De S O D 1a Saver Lighting vs YNILVdAdO Z0 Freezer St gt emp au Fridge 2 io Lunt c al buf c aae _ _ 5 it ICE a An Se eS MoN L le 0 sec 0 sec l for Filter Reset Filter Cubed Crushed Water Ice Off Child Lock for Child Lock J Ice Type Water m Press the Energy Saver button for better energy efficiency If water drops
59. t Crushed the ice maker grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice CAUTION 30_ Operating Operating your French Door reimngerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the refrigerator Light O Interlocking switch 5 Door Closer AS re p an z gt 5 ip Dairy Ice Maker it ll ZB HU riii Compartment 1 Foldable Shelf f y Water Filter Mi c tempered Slide Shelf SSS glass shelves Can Rack 4 Vertical Hinged z Dhs Egg Container Door Bins 2 Quick Space Vegetable amp Glass Shelf 5 Fruit Drawers Cool Select Pantry US 6 FZ Ice Maker aca RFG238 Ice Bucket ae a 8 RFG238 Drawer 9 Tilting Pocket Freezer Drawer Bin When closing the door make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid scratching the other door If the Vertical Hinged Section is reversed put it back to the right position and close the door Moisture may occur at times on the Vertical Hinged Section The door handle may become loose over time If this happens tighten the bolts found on the inside of the door If you slam one door the other will be opened When the door opens the interlock switch automatically turns off the auger motor in the ice
60. t you should press the dispenser lever once with the ICE CUBED or CRUSHED function ON to get new ice faster after replacing the ice bucket in the refrigerator CAUTION Ss 4 If you use all the ice at once steps 3 and 4 above must be repeated before dispensing the first 4 to 6 ice cubes you need to wait for 8 hours This will replenish the ice cubes and ensure maximum ice production Using the ice off Function When selecting the Ice Off mode remove all ice cubes from the bucket If you are not using the ice dispenser the ice cubes may clump together Pull the lock lever forward to throw away ice cubes or remove clumped ice from the bucket Push the bucket back until you hear a click A N Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator The water supply to this refrigerator must only be installed connected by a suitably qualified person and connect to a potable water supply only In order to operate the ice maker properly water pressure of 138 862Kpa is required If you have a long vacation or business trip and won t use water or ice dispensers close the water valve Otherwise water leakage may occur Wipe excess moisture from inside and leave the doors open Otherwise odor and mold may develop Do not put your fingers hands or any other unsuitable objects in the chute or ice maker bucket It may result in personal injury or material damage Never put your finger or any other objects in th
61. t the ice from bouncing out Before or during using wash ice bin bucket with a mild detergent rinse well caution and dry thoroughly it Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or solvents When Cubed Ice is selected after using the Crushed Ice mode a small amount of cauTION residual crushed ice might be produced Operating _29 YNILVdAdO Z0 e f ice doesn t come out pull out the ice bucket and press the test button CAUTION located on the right side of ice maker e Do not press the test button continuously when the tray is filled with ice or water Water may overflow or ice jamming may occur e Normal Use To fill the ice bucket to maximum capacity after installation make sure to do the following steps 1 Allow your refrigerator to operate and cool down for 24 hours or 1 full day 2 Waiting 24 hours will allow your ice maker to cool properly 3 Dispense 4 to 6 Ice cubes into the glass 4 After 8 and 16 hours dispense a full glass of ice If a power failure occurs ice cubes may melt then freeze together when the power comes back on causing the dispenser to be out of order To prevent this problem pull out the ice bucket and discard the residual ice or water Check the 4 water level Test button CAUTION When you dump the ice from the ice bucke t you should press the dispenser lever once with the ICE CUBED or CRUSHED function ON to get new ice faster after replacing the ice bucket
62. the nearest cold water drinking line and install the pipe Clamp and shut off valve Cold water line Pipe clamp Shut off valve 3 Connect the water line installation kit to shut off valve D Cold water line S Water line installation kit Pipe clamp NNN N Shut off valve _ AMG ayer Err After connecting the water supply to the water filter turn your main water supply back on and flush 1 or more gallons into a bucket to clear and prime the water filter If water drop or leakage is found on the connection area turn off the main water supply Check it and if necessary tighten it more 18_ Setting Up INSTALLING THE WATER LINE Connecting the water supply line to the refrigerator There are several items that you need to purchase to complete this connection You may find these items sold as a kit at your local hardware store Use Copper Tubing Use Plastic Tubing e copper tubing e plastic tubing Refrigerator compression nut 2pc Molded end Bulb Ferrule 2pc compression nut 2pc Supplied Supplied G T w ETK Da Ferrule Not supplied O RE VMI Mba 7 O U U U U U U UOU OU O UUU MM ii Copper tubing or Plastic tubing Not supplied Not supplied ha OO Lg y Household water supply line Compression nut Plastic tubing 1 4 Supplied Compression fitting Molded end
63. ttractors as an electrical ground 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 120V 10A or more If a grounding adapter is used make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded e If the power cord is damaged have it replaced immediately by the manufacturer or its service agent CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION CAUTION 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 A SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING N 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 electric shock e Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e Do not let children hang on the door A serious injury may occur e Do not let children
64. y when using the dispenser turn the Lighting mode off Alarm d This icon will light up when you press the Alarm button The door alarm will Sound if any door is open for more than 3 minutes The beeping stops when you close the door Initially the Alarm is set to on Fridge Ice off Sor This icon will light up when you press the Fridge Ice Off button In this case the fridge ice will not be produced Freezer Ice off bal This icon will light up when you press the Freezer Ice Off button In this case the freezer ice will not be produced e As this refrigerator has a dual Ice Maker there is a possibility of using more energy We recommend if you have enough ice set Ice Off to save energy e You may occasionally hear noises from Ice dropping or water flowing to the icemaker These noises are part of normal operation Lock A This icon will light up when you press the Lock button In this case you won t be able to use the control panel If you press and hold the Ice Off Hold button for 3 sec to unlock Child Lock you will be able to use the control panel again CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Basic temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments The basic temperature and or recommended temperatures of the freezer and fridge Compartments are 18 C and 3 C respectively If the temperature of freezer and fridge Compartments are too high or low adjust the temperature manually Controlling the Freezer temperature

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