Samsung RF265AA User's Manual
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1. CICIF mo OO 38 F is Recommended 2 F is Recommended Filtef Change Hold 3 sec 1 Ice Off Button Press the Ice off button if you want to turn the ice maker off Speeds 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 2 Power Freeze Button the door was left open Press the Freezer button to set the Freezer to your desired temperature You can set the temperature 3 E e RUNON between 8 F and 14 F Press the Fridge button to set the fridge to your desired temperature 4 Fridge Button You can set temperature between 34 F and 46 F Speeds up the time needed to cool products in the Refrigerator It can be helpful if you need to quickly 5 Power Cool Button cool easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the fridge has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open For better energy efficiency press E Saver button but if condensation occurs on the doors turn 6 E Saver Button E Saver function off 20 Operating USING THE DIGITAL DISPLAY Freezer Temp indicates the current Freezer temperature Fridge Temp indicates the current Refrigerator temperature Ice Off Power Freeze Freezer Fridge Power Cool 7 E Sav2. Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine yogurt or cream cheese bricks 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 Best place to keep eggs Place the container on the shelf for easy access Used to preserve the freshness of your stored vegetables and fruits This drawer has been specifically designed to control the level of humidity within the compartment Keep vegetables and fruits separate when possible Can be used for large party trays deli items pizza beverages or miscellaneous items STORING FOOD IN THE FREEZER DRAWER 7 PULL OUT DRAWER 8 TILTING POCKET 9 FREEZER DRAWER BIN Best use to store meats or dry foods Stored food should be wrapped securely using foil other suitable wrapping materials or containers Can be used for small packages of frozen food You can store a 46 pizza Can be used to store meat and dry foods Stored food should be wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials or containers 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 Refrigerat
3. Screwdriver 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 Setting Up _13 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 door is lower than the right door When the left door is higher than the right door 1 If you open the drawer 1 you can see the lower hinge 2 2 Insert the supplied hex wrench 3 into the shaft 4 of the lower hinge 3 Please adjust the height turning the hex wrench 3 clockwise vm5 or counter clockwise 7 when you turn the hex wrench counter clockwise 7 the door will move up 1 After adjusting the doors please insert the supplied fastener ring 5 using a pair of pliers 6 in the gap between the hinge grommet 7 and the lower hinge 8 The number of fastener rings you ll need to insert depends on the gap Four fastener rings are enclosed with the refrigerator Thickness of each fastener ring is 0 04 inch 14 Setting Up ADJUSTING THE FREEZER DRAWER LEVEL Adjustment part 1 Locate the height adjuster 1 in the freezer drawer Unscrew the four Phillips screws 2 slightly to loosen the door
4. If you have a long vacation planned empty the Refrigerator and turn it off Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open to keep odor and mold from developing Service Warranty and Modification e Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not covered under Samsung warranty service nor can Samsung be responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or Freezer make sure that you e Take off the doors e Leave all shelves in places so that children may not easily climb inside and shut the door while they are inside CAUTION amp This appliance is not intended for use by small children or infirm persons without capable adult supervision Small children should be supervised when using the appliance 6 Safety Information Contents SETTING UP YOUR 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 09 Removing the refrigerator doors 11 Reattaching the refrigerator doors O 13 Adjusting the doors 14 Making minor adjustments between doors 15 Adjusting the freezer drawer 16 Checking the water dispenser line 17 Installing the water line OPERATING THE SAMSUNG 19 Setting up the refrigerator FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 20 Using the control pane 21 Using the digital display Q 22 Controlling the temperature 23 Using the cold water dispense
5. Please wait 1 second before removing the cup after dispensing water to prevent spills Operating 23 Operating the SAMSUNG French Door nelrgerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator Digital Sensor Light Control Auto Door Closer JATL NG TH THA Dairy Compartment Me FF Water Filter Egg Container _ ee Spill Proof IN IRE Glass Shelf Vertical Hinged IE Section Internal Water Dispenser RF266AA ca Ga Fruit il Fc W rawers Light SST mi 7 CCool Select Pantry Pull Out Drawer Freezer Drawer Bin Front Leg Cover 24_ Operating STORING FOOD 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 O NO O U m 5 Sal aa KS Gad z eN G Operating _25 Operating the SAMSUNG Hench Door Heirggerator STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR D DAIRY COMPARTMENT DOOR BINS 3 TEMPERED SPILL PROOF GLASS SHELVES 4 EGG CONTAINER 5 VEGETABLE amp FRUIT DRAWERS 6 COOL SELECT PANTRY
6. Freezer drawer 1 Attach both rails 1 to both rail covers 2 and slide the drawer in 2 Push the end of the rail 3 using a screwdriver until it locks into place Close the drawer and pull the drawer out to full extension 3 Insert the shaft 4 on the left side pinion after inserting shaft on right side pinion and reattach a fixing pin 5 4 With the drawer pulled out to full extension insert the lower basket 6 into the rail system ye Cr we IS Q 5 Hook the ends of the tilting pocket 7 into both brackets 8 and push down until they lock into place 12 Setting Up ADJUSTING THE DOORS Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator you want to make sure the Refrigerator is level so 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 N dN ONILLAS LO NI NB a gt 5 r VA a 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 G J N A e Control Lever
7. REFRIGERATOR Now that you have your new Refrigerator installed and 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 If not first check the power supply and electricity source or try the troubleshooting section at the back of this user s guide If you have any further questions contact your Samsung Electronics service center ONILVHIdO Z0 CC kh Place the Refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the Refrigerator Refer to installation instructions in this manual 2 Once the Refrigerator is plugged in make sure the interior light comes on when you Open the doors 3 Set the Temperature control to the coldest temperature and wait for an hour The Freezer will get slightly chilled and the motor will run smoothly 4 After powering the Refrigerator it will take a few hours to reach the appropriate temperature You can store food and drinks in the Refrigerator once the temperature is sufficiently cool Check the accessory list below Hex wrench Compression Compression fitting nut CT er eS D Water filter SS SS Fastener Washer Operating _19 Operating the SAMSUNG Frencn Door Heirgerator USING THE CONTROL PANEL Power Freeze Freezer E Saver WAE OT e Go be Cooling Off Hold 3 fed Fridge Power Cool
8. of keeping them in the Cool Select Pantry ONILOOHSITANOYL O e Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable e s the back of the Refrigerator too close the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating e Was anything dropped behind or under the Refrigerator e A ticking sound is heard from inside the Refrigerator It is normal and occurs because various accessories are contracting or expanding in relation 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 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 open e Did you manually stop the ice making function e s the Freezer temperature too warm Try setting the Freezer temperature lower e This is normal The bubbling comes from the Refrigerator coolant liquid circulating through the Refrigerator e Check for spoiled food e Foods with strong odors for example fish should be tightly covered e Clean out your Freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspect 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 s
9. other leafy produce in this pantry A Do not store glass bottles in this pantry If they are frozen they can break and cause personal injury CAUTION Operating _27 Operating the SAMSUNG Frencn Door Hemoerator REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR ACCESSORIES 1 Door Bins amp Dairy Compartment 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 N Injury may occur if the door bins are not fi rmly assembled CAUTION Do not allow children to play with bins Sharp corners of the bins may cause injury Do not adjust a bin that is loaded with food 2 Tempered Spill Proof Glass Shelves To remove Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction of 1 and lift it up in the direction of 2 Pull the shelf out To replace 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 drop into the slots Glass shelves are heavy caution Use special care when removing them Z Remove the shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want 3 Vegetable amp Fruit Drawers To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up the front of drawer and pull straight out To replace Insert the drawer into the frame rails and push back into place A N The glass shelf ove
10. out to full extension Place the drawer onto the rails and hook supports into slots 3 located on the side of each drawer Replace the side knobs and push the drawer back into place A N Please do not lose the side knobs during disassembly WARNING as they may present a choking hazard to children 3 Freezer Drawer Bin To remove the drawer Pull drawer out to full extension Tilt up the rear of the bin and lift it out to remove To replace the drawer Place the bin into the rail assembly To remove the divider Pull the divider straight up To replace the divider Hook the top corners of divider over the hole of the bin 30 Operating CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ free Cleaning the Interior gt gt 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 Cleaning the Exterior ONILVHIdO Z0 Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean soft cloth Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying directly on the surface of the Refrigerator It helos ensure an even distribution of moisture to the surface The doors handles and cabinet surfaces should be cleaned with a mild deterge
11. printing as illustrated Remember do not over tighten Turn until the label aligned Separation of red cap You should remove the right side upper glass shelf before installing water filters Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing the water filter 1 Turn ON the main water supply amp turn OFF the valve to lt M the water supply line n 2 Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear approx 6 7 minutes This will clean the water supply mm dil system and remove air from the lines Loe 3 Additional flushing may be required in some households SS 4 Open the Refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly or water may drip from the dispenser This is due to the fact that there is still air in the line Check the amount of water supplied to the ice tray 1 When you press the TEST button the ice cube container is filled with water from the water supply tap Check to make sure the amount of water is correct see the illustration below If the water level is too low the ice cubes will be small This is a water pressure problem of the main water pipes not the Refrigerator If this problem occurs contact the dealer service center for help Check the water level Test button 18 Setting Up Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Heirgerator SETTING UP THE
12. 30 1 with Hinge 69 8 Case Height Dimension inch without Hinge 68 6 with Door 35 6 Depth without Door 32 9 e Allow clearance to the right left back and top when installing This will helo reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower e Do not install the Refrigerator where the temperature will go below 50 F 10 C e Sweat may occur on the french part when you use Refrigerator for the first time E Saver function is set ON when you supply the power to the Refrigerator installing use the Refrigerator after pressing E Saver button to make It off for the preventing the sweat 8 Setting Up REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS If your entrance won t allow the Refrigerator to pass easily through it you can remove the doors Tools you will need CG Philips screwdriver Wrench U Flat blade screwdriver Pliers dN ONILLAS LO Disassemble the Refrigerator doors 1 With the door closed remove the top table 1 using a Philips screwdriver and then disconnect the wires 2 Remove hinge screws 3 and ground screw 4 2 Remove the door from the lower hinge 5 by lifting the door 6 up 3 Remove two flat head screws 7 and two hex head screws 8 from the lower hinge Setting Up 9 Setting up your French Door kefrigerator Disassemble the Freezer drawer 1 Pull the drawer open to full extension 2 Remove the tilting pocket 1 by pulling the both brack
13. R SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state AI1NV44VM 70 To obtain warranty service please contact Samsung at SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER Samsung Electronics America Inc 400 Valley Road Suite 201 Mt Arlington NJ 07956 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 and www samsung com Warranty _37 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE US 800 SAMSUNG PAA ENE Samsung Electronics America Inc 400 Valley 800 726 7864 9 Road Suite 201 Mt Arlington NJ 07956 Samsung Electronics Canada Inc Customer CANADA SAANG www samsung com ca Service 55 Stan
14. RF265AA RF266AA imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com global register PSamsungg eatures of your new Retrigerator KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various and effective space saving 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 Surround Air Flow System Cool air circulates through multiple vents on each shelf keeping each compartment cool It provides the even distribution of cool air to the inside cabinet and it keeps your food fresh longer e Bigger amp Wider Space The Wide shelf area and pantry provide enough space for larger items such as a pizza box etc 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 Door Alarm A helpful beeper alerts you if the door is ajar e Extra Fresh The superb humidity control keeps vegetables amp fruits fresh longer PSamsunag For easy future reference write the model and Mode
15. ater lightning or other acts of nature use of products equipment systems utilities services parts supplies accessories applications installations repairs external plumbing and leaks external wiring circuit breakers fuses or connectors not supplied and authorized by Samsung or which damage this product or result in service problems incorrect electrical line voltage fluctuations and surges customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions cleaning maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction book loss of food due to spoilage consumable items including filters and light bulbs 36 Warranty THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 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 NO
16. dN ONILLAS LO 2 Loosen the controller screw 3 with a Phillips screwdriver 3 Find the best level to align the door slope CASE The slope is about 2mm 0 08inch as shown below Reference plane Rotate down the adjuster face with 2 0 number to reduce the door slope The number of the adjuster to rotate depends on the slope After adjustment tighten the screws 2 amp 3 in reverse order Setting Up _15 setting up your French Door Reirigerator CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE A water dispenser is just one of the helpful features on your new Samsung Refrigerator To help promote better health the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles from your water However it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that In order for the ice maker to operate properly a water pressure of 20 125 psi bound per square inch is required Under normal conditions a 170 cc 5 75 oz paper 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
17. dgment when filling the Refrigerator with food and drinks e n an overtull Refrigerator heavy fragile bulky or breakable items may fall out and cause personal injury and or damage to surrounding objects Do not put bottles or glass containers in the Freezer drawer e When the contents freeze and then expand the glass may break and cause personal injury or leave dangerous glass shards in the Freezer If the electrical wall socket is loose do not inset the power plug e There is a risk of electric shock or fire Have the plug looked at by a licensed electrician NX Never unplug your Refrigerator by pulling on the power cord e Always grip the power cord firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Yanking or pulling on the power cord may cause a short circuit fire and or electric shock e A damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or qualified service personnel Do not store articles on the top of the appliance e When you open or close the door the articles may fall and cause personal injury and or damage to surrounding objects Do not store pharmaceutical products scientific materials and temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator e Products that require exact temperature controls should not be stored in the Refrigerator Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on shelves and handles of the camo Refrigerator They could damage the Refrigerator and seriously injur
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19. e from opening the doors too frequently or if a large amount of warm or hot food is placed in either side This may cause the digital display to blink Once the Freezer and Refrigerator temperature return to their normal set temperatures the blinking will stop If the blinking continues you may need to reset the Refrigerator Try unplugging the appliance wait for around 10 minutes and then plug the power cord back in 22 Operating USING THE COLD WATER DISPENSER Using the Water dispenser RF266AA 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 pour out the first six glassfuls of water to flush out impurities in the water supply system Make sure water flows cleanly before drinking ONILVHIdO Z0 As shown at the figure use the shelf with locating above the water dispenser If the shelf is located under the dispenser it is not convenient to put a cup on the dispenser lever A N If you have a long vacation or business trip close the water caution valve and shut off the water supply to the Refrigerator This will help prevent accidental leakages The water tank s capacity is approximately one third 1 3 of a gallon For the water dispenser please use a cup under 473 inches in diameter
20. e themselves If you notice chemical or burning plastic smells or see smoke unplug the Refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics Service Center After your Refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the Freezer compartment Particularly when hands are damp or wet skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces e Skin may stick to the surface and you may get frostbite Do not put your hands under the appliance e Any sharp edges may cause personal injury Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole or ice chute e It may cause personal injury and or material damage Safety Information _5 Safety Information If the Refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time for example over several months unplug the power from the wall e Over time deterioration in the power cord insulation may cause fire Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins e A Dirty power plug can increase the risk of fire If the Refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in Do not place the equipment directly in sunlight The appliance must be positioned so that the power cord is accessible after installation If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or qualified service personnel
21. er D U Omn Gm Cooling Off Hold 3 sec 2 F is Recommended 38 F is Recommended Filter Change Hold 3 sec ONILVHIdO Z0 Power Freeze This icon will light up when you activate the Power Freeze feature Power Freeze is great when you need a lot of ice Press the Power Freeze button then ice production will increase When you have enough just press the button again to cancel the Power Freeze mode If you select Power Freeze the inside temperature of the Freezer will decrease for about two and a half hours Ice maker off los If you don t need ice press the Ice off button to save on water and energy consumption Power Cool This icon will light up when you activate the Power Cool button For a quick fridge cool down use Power Cool If you select Power Cool the inside temperature of the Fridge will decrease for about two and a half hours Filter Indicator ES When the filter indicator light is on it is time to change the filter Typically this happens about every 6 months The Filter Indicator will be Blue when you initially insert the water filter The Filter Indicator will be Light Pink when you have used your water filter for 5 months The Filter Indicator will be Red when you have used your water filter for 6 months After removing the old water filter and installing a new one see page 33 for instructions on how to do this reset the indicato
22. erator doors are equipped with a door opening and closing feature that ensures that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed When the Refrigerator door is only partially open it will automatically close The door will stay Open when opened more than around 3 Inches 34 Operating Iroubleshooting PROBLEM The Refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently The food in the Refrigerator is frozen You hear unusual noise or sounds The front corners and vertical hinged section of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring Ice is not harvesting You can hear water bubbling in the Refrigerator There is a bad smell in the Refrigerator Frost forms on the walls of the Freezer Water dispenser is not functioning SOLUTION e Check that the power plug is properly connected e s the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a lower temperature e s the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source e s the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulation e s the temperature control on the display set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a warmer temperature e s the temperature in the room too low e Did you store the food with high water content in the coldest part of the Refrigerator Try moving those items into the body of the Refrigerator instead
23. ets 2 upward at the same time 3 Take out the lower basket 3 by lifting the basket up from rail system 4 Remove a fixing pin 4 and remove a shaft 5 by pushing it to the right side with your hand 5 Separate the rail from the rail cover by pushing the hooks 6 in on both sides of the rail After pushing the hooks in remove the drawer by pulling towards you with both hands 10_ Setting Up REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Assemble the Refrigerator doors 1 Reattach two flat head screws 1 and two hex head screws 2 to the hinge completely dN ONILLAS LO 2 Place the hole in the bottom of the door 3 over the lower hinge 4 Be aware not to miss the hinge cap because it can be easily taken off 3 Insert the upper hinge shaft 5 into the hole on the corner of the Refrigerator door 6 Make sure the hinge is level between the upper hinge hole 7 and the hole of the cabinet 8 and reattach the hinge screws 9 and ground screw 10 by turning in a clockwise direction Reconnect the wires 4 Place the front edge of the top table 11 on the front of the upper hinge 12 and reattach with three screws NG When reattaching the top table make sure that the wires are not pressed or damaged by the top table Setting Up 11 Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Assemble the
24. l serial number down You will find your model number and serial number on the left side of the Serial refrigerator 2 Features Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers Because the following instruction covers various models the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual If you have any question contact us at 1 800 SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www samsung com What the icons and signs in this user manual mean anne Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property CAUTION damage To reduce the risk of fire explosion electric shock or personal injury when using your CAUTION refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions Do NOT attempt Do NOT disassemble Do NOT touch Follow directions explicitly Unplug the power plug from the wall socket Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock NU Waa Call the service center for help These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others Please follow them explicitly Keep this manual in a safe
25. n the filter to remind you to replace in september Normal filter life is about every 6 months 2 Remove the new filter s protective cap and remove the old filter 3 Position and insert the new filter into the filter housing Slowly turn the water filter clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover locking the filter in position Make sure to align the water filter label mark with the center of cover filter printing as illustrated Remember do not over tighten ONILVHIdO Z0 Cover filter Turn until the label aligned 4 Once you have completed this process hold the Fridge Power Cool button simultaneously for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule Fridge Power Cool E Saver IIIF LII 38 F is Recommended Filter Change Hold 3 sec 5 Lastly run about six glassfuls of water through water dispenser and throw away Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly or water may drip from the dispenser This is due to the fact that there is still air in the line Do NOT use the water or ice dispenser without a water filter cartridge because the water line may become blocked Ordering replacement filters To order more water filter cartridges call 1 800 SAMSUNG and ask for accessory Part DA29 00008B or contact your authorized dealer Operating _33 Operating the SAMSUNG Frencn Door Heirgerator USING THE DOORS The Refrig
26. nt and then wiped dry with a soft cloth To keep your appliance looking its best the exterior should be polished once or twice a year A N Do not use Benzene Thinner or Clorox for cleaning They may caution damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire Cleaning the water dispenser Use a damp cloth to clean the ice and water dispenser Then wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Cleaning the Rubber door seals If the rubber door seals are dirty the doors may not close 7 properly and the Refrigerator will not operate efficiently Keep the door seals free of grit or grime by cleaning the doors with a mild detergent and damp cloth Wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Do not spray the Refrigerator with water while it is plugged in as it may cause an electric shock caution DO not clean the Refrigerator with benzene thinner or car detergent due to risk of fire Cleaning behind the Refrigerator To keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and dirt accumulation vacuum behind the appliance once or twice a year A N Do not remove the back cover Doing so may cause an electric shock CAUTION Operating _31 Operating the SAMSUNG Frencn Door Hemoerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHT Before changing any of interior light unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply If you are unsure caution about changing the lights afte
27. or and turn it off Wipe the excess moisture from the inside of the appliance and leave the doors open This helos keep odor and mold from developing 26_ Operating USING THE COOL SELECT PANTRY The Cool Select Pantry is a full width drawer with adjustable temperature control This pantry can be used for large party trays deli items pizza beverages or miscellaneous items There is a temperature control which can adjust the amount of cold air allowed into the pantry The control is located on the right side of the pantry ONILVHIdO Z0 Selection Button 1 When Fresh is selected the temperature of the pantry can be kept around 38 F 8 C This feature helps keep food fresh for a longer time Pantry temperature can be maintained under recommended temperature setting Freezer 2 F Fridge 38 F ory T Chilled 2 When Chilled is selected the temperature of the pantry can be kept around 34 F 1 C This feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for a longer time Pantry temperature can be maintained under recommended temperature setting Freezer 2 F Fridge 38 F Fresh Chilled cucumbers steaks apples hard cheeses oranges cold cuts grapes bacon zucchinis hot dogs corn Fruits and vegetables may be damaged using the Chilled setting Do not store lettuce or
28. place for future reference SEVERE WARNING SIGNS N Do not plug several appliances into the same power receptacle e Large appliances draw a lot of power Powering more than one appliance or machine from a single power source could cause overheating and cause a fire Make sure that the power plug is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator e A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire Do not spray water directly into or on the outside of the Refrigerator Freezer drawer e Water could get into the interior machine parts and cause electric shock Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator e Aerosols used near the Refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire Safety Information 3 Safety Information Do not put undue stress on the power cord or place heavy articles on it e Placing heavy articles on the power cord create the risk of explosion or fire Do not insert the power plug with wet hands e t may cause electric shock Do not put a container filled with water on the Refrigerator e Fit spills tt may cause fire or electric shock Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water e Wet and or deteriorated insulation of the internal electrical parts may cause electric shock or fire Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the Refrigerator e Storing benzene thinner alcohol ether LP gas and other such products may cause explosions Do no
29. r 24 Parts and Features 25 Storing food 27 Using the Cool Select Pantry 28 Removing the refrigerator accessories 30 Removing the freezer drawer accessories 31 Cleaning the refrigerator 32 Changing the interior lights 33 Changing the water filter 34 Using the doors TROUBLESHOOTING 39 Troubleshooting Sie WARRANTY 36 Warranty 0 Contents 7 setting up your French Door Reirigerator 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 e A Location with easy access to the water supply e A Location without direct exposure to sunlight e A Location with level or nearly level flooring e A Location with enough space for the Refrigerator doors to open easily e Allow sufficient space for air circulation of the internal cooling system If the Refrigerator does not have enough space the internal cooling system may not work properly 1 2 inch 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 RF266AA Internal water dispenser RF265AA Capacity Cu Ft 201G Width
30. r by pressing the Fridge and Power Cool button simultaneously for about 3 seconds The indicator will light again in about 6 months to let you know it is time to change your water filter Operating 21 Operating the SAMSUNG Hench Door nelrgerator CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Controlling the Freezer temperature The Freezer temperature can be set between 8 F and 14 F to suit your particular needs Press the Freezer button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt at 4 F The temperature display will move sequentially from 14 F to 8 F When the display reaches 8 F it will begin again at 14 F Five seconds after the new temperature is set the display will again show the actual current freezer temperature However this value will be changed to the new temperature Controlling the Refrigerator temperature The Refrigerator temperature can be set between 46 F and 34 F to suit your particular needs Press the Fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display The temperature control process for the Fridge works just like the Freezer process Press the Fridge button to set your desired temperature After a few seconds the Fridge will begin adjusting towards the newly set temperature This will be reflected in the digital display The temperature of the Freezer or the Refrigerator may ris
31. r reading through these directions contact your service center for help Replacement bulbs for the Fridge and Freezer are available at most retail outlets Use replacement bulbs with size E26 maximum 60 watts Changing the Interior Light in the Refrigerator 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Pull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it 3 Turn the bulb counterclockwise 4 Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly Changing the Interior Lights in the Freezer Drawer 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Pull drawer out to full extension 3 Pull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise 5 Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly A N Do not place fingers inside the cover The lamp may be hot CAUTION 32_ Operating CHANGING THE WATER FILTER The Filter Indicator light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge To give you preparation time to get a new filter the red light will come on just before the capacity of the current filter runs out Changing the filter on time provides you with the freshest cleanest water from your fridge 1 Remove the water filter from the box and put a month indicator sticker on the filter as shown Place a sticker on the filter that dates six months in the future For example if you are replacing the water filter in March put the SEP September sticker o
32. r the drawer is not caution firmly secured Be careful when lifting Do not open the drawer with opening the pantry It may cause scratch or breakage to it s Cover 28 Operating 4 Cool Select Pantry To remove the pantry Pull the pantry out to full extension Tilt up the front side of pantry and pull straight out To replace the pantry Push the rails to the back of the Refrigerator Place the drawer onto the rails and slide the pantry back until it is in place ONILVHIdO 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 pantry out To replace the divider Hook the back of the divider over the rear wall of the pantry and push the divider down annuuo A Q Q Q Q v Operating _29 Operating the SAMSUNG Frencn Door Hemoerator REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1 Tilting Pocket To remove Pull the brackets 1 upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the pocket To replace Hook the ends of the pocket into both brackets 1 and push down until it locks into place 2 Pull Out Drawer To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Remove both side knobs 2 Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out To replace Pull both rails
33. re using plastic tubing insert the molded end of the plastic tubing into the compression fitting 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 Only connect the water line to a drinkable water source If you have to repair or disassemble the water line cut off 1 4 of the plastic tubing to make sure you get a snug leak free connection Installing the water filter 1 Remove the water filter cover 1 2 Remove the fixed cap by turning it counter clockwise Keep the cap in a safe place for later use if you don t use a filter 3 Remove the water filter from the box and put a replacement indicator sticker on the filter as shown Place a sticker on the filter that dates six months in the future For example if you install the water filter in March put the SEP sticker on the filter to remind you to replace in September That way you ll know when it is time to replace the filter Normally a filter life is about 6 months Sticker month indicator Setting Up 17 setting up your French Door Reirigerator Cover filter 5 4 Remove the filter cap 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 with center of cover filter
34. supply kit that contains copper tubing Connecting to the water supply line 1 First shut off the main water supply line and turn the ice maker off 2 Locate the nearest cold drinking water line 3 After connecting the water supply to the water filter turn your main water supply back on and flush 4 or more gallons into a bucket to clear and prime the water filter ji Cold water line A Pipe clamp N 2 SS Say K IR UNT To 4 Shut off valve A nce pe line installation kit 16_ Setting Up INSTALLING THE WATER LINE Connecting the water line to the Refrigerator There are several items that you need to purchase to complete this connection You may find these items selling as a kit at your local hardware store e 1 4 compression nut ecopper tubing eplastic tubing e ferrule Plastic tubing Supplied Compression nut 1 4 Supplied Compression fitting Supplied Compression nut il 1 4 Not supplied k Plastic tubing Not supplied dN ONILLAS LO iC fy 7 a _y_ Ferrule Not supplied Q Ng S IR SN LO gt Ss SS C tubi LES ISN Po 1 Slip the compression nut through the supplied plastic tubing 2 Tighten the compression nut onto the 1 4 compression fitting If you are using copper tubing slip the compression nut not included and ferrule not included on copper tubing not included as shown If you a
35. t disassemble or repair the Refrigerator by yourself e You run the risk of fire appliance malfunctions and or personal injury Call your nearest service center for help from a qualified service technician Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light e Changing the light while the Refrigerator is plugged in may cause electric shock If you wish to dispose of the Refrigerator remove the doors and seals before throwing it away e The doors and their seals can entrap a child if they climb into the Refrigerator Make sure that the doors are off and ensure that no one is suffocated by being locked inside The Refrigerator must be safely grounded e Always make sure that you have grounded the Refrigerator before attempting to investigate or repair any part of the appliance Power leakages can cause severe electric shock Never use gas pipes telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground e Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock If it is necessary to use an extension cord to power the Refrigerator use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade ground plug and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance The marked rating of the extention cord should be AC 115V 120V 10A or more Additionally if a grounding adapter is used make sure the receptacle box is also fully grounded 4 Safety Information CAUTION SIGNS Use good ju
36. the Freezer drawer closed properly e s the water line connected and the shut off valve open e Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction e s the water tank frozen because the Refrigerator temperature is too low Try selecting a warmer setting on the main display panel Troubleshooting _35 Warranty SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR 26 CUBIC FEET AND LARGER CAPACITY LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This Samsung brand product as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America Inc Samsung and delivered new in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser is warranted by Samsung against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited warranty period of One 1 Year Parts and Labor on Refrigerator Five 5 Years Parts and Labor on Sealed Refrigeration System Only Compressor evaporator condenser drier connecting tubing This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact Samsung for problem 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
37. to be defective at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein with new or reconditioned parts during the limited warranty period specified above All replaced parts and products become the property of Samsung and must be returned to Samsung Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty or ninety 90 days whichever is longer In home service will be provided during the warranty labor period subject to availability within the contiguous United States In home service is not available in all areas To receive in home service the product must be unobstructed and accessible from floor level to service personnel If during in home service repair cannot be completed it may be necessary to remove repair and return the product If in home service is unavailable Samsung may elect at our option to provide for transportation of our choice to and from a Samsung authorized service center Otherwise transportation to and from the Samsung authorized service center is the responsibility of the purchaser This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal noncommercial use of this product and shall not apply to the following including but not limited to damage which occurs in 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 w
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