Samsung RB215LABP User Manual

REFRIGERATOR

RB215LASH, RB215LABP

OWNER’S MANUAL

DA99-00926C REV(0.0)

In the U.S.for questions about features,

operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call:

1-800-726-7864 (1-800-SAMSUNG)

www.samsung.com

FEATURES

High-energy efficiency with twin cooling system

• Optimized power consumption with twin cooling system.

Humidity controlled drawers

• This is suitable for storing dr y or wrapped food (e.g. fresh salads, vegetables and fruit).

Fridge at the top, drawer-type freezer at the bottom

• The highly ergonomic humidity controlled drawers are placed at the waist height for frequent use.

• The drawer-type freezer minimizes temperature variations and stores food cleanly and conveniently.

Digital temperature control display

• The display shows all functions of the appliance, allowing easy control.

• Fridge and freezer temperatures can be adjusted separately.

Super Freeze

• Speeds up the freezing process in the freezer.

Super Cool

• Speeds up the cooling process in the fridge.

Door alarm

• When the refrigerator door is left open for more than two minutes, a musical alarm is automatically triggered.This feature helps you save electricity and preserve stored foods as a reminder to close the door.

Automatic defrosting in fridge/freezer

CONTENTS

FEATURES WARNINGS / SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INSTALLING THE FRIDGE / FREEZER PREPARING THE FRIDGE / FREEZER VIEW OF YOUR FRIDGE / FREEZER USING THE CONTROL FEATURES CONTROLLING THE FREEZER AND FRIDGE TEMPERATURES STORING FOOD IN THE FRIDGE OR FREEZER ICE STORAGE BIN REMOVING AND CLEANING ACCESSORIES REPLACING INTERIOR LIGHTS INSTALLATION OF THE WATER LINE REVERSING THE DOOR SWING PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS USAGE PRECAUTIONS

These operating instructions cover various models. The characteristics of your appliance may differ slightly from those described in this manual.

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WARNINGS / SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Warning

To avoid any risk of personal injury, material damage or incorrect use of the appliance, be sure to observe the following safety precautions. (After reading these owner’s instructions, please keep them in a safe place for reference.) Remember to hand them over to any subsequent owner.

Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists.

Caution

Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.

Warning

Do not plug several appliances into the same socket.

• This could cause overheating and the risk of fire.

Keep the power plug away from the rear of the fridge/freezer.

• A damaged power plug may cause fire due to overheating.

Do not directly spray water inside or outside the fridge/freezer.

• There is a risk of fire or electric shock.

Do not spray inflammable gas near the fridge/freezer.

• There is a risk of explosion or fire.

Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy articles on it.

• This constitutes a fire hazard.

If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced immediately by the manufacturer or its service agent.

Do not insert the power plug with wet hands.

• You may receive an electric shock.

Do not put a container filled with liquid on top of the appliance.

• If the water spills on to any electrical parts, it may lead to fire or electric shock.

Do not install the fridge/freezer in a damp place, where it may come into contact with water.

• Incorrect insulation of the electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not store volatile and inflammable substances in the refrigerator.

• The storage of benzene, thinner, alcohol, ether, LP gas or other such substances may cause an explosion.

Do not disassemble, repair or alter the appliance.

• It may cause fire or abnormal operation, which may lead to injury.

Pull the power plug out of the socket before replacing the interior light in the refrigerator.

• Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.

Be sure to ground the appliance.

• Otherwise, it may cause material damage or electric shock.

If you wish to dispose of the fridge/freezer,throw it away after removing the door or its seals.

• In this way, it is not possible for a child to remain trapped inside it.

• Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstruction.

• Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

• Do not use electrical appliances inside the fridge/freezer, unless they are of a type recommended by the manufacturer.

The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.

The gases in the insulation material required special disposal procedure.

Service warranty section

• Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on a finished product is not covered under Samsung warranty service

Safety Caution section

• Samsung does not recommend 3rd party modification, therefore Samsung is not responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications.

Warning

WARNINGS / SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not store too much food in the appliance.

• When you open the door, an item may fall out and cause personal injury or material damage.

Do not put bottles or any kinds of glass in the freezer.

• The container may break and cause personal injur y.

If the wall socket is loose, do not inser t the power plug.

• It could be cause electric shock or fire.

Do not disconnect the power cord by pulling on it.

• You may disconnect a wire and cause a short circuit.

Do not store articles on top of the appliance.

• When you open or close the door, the articles may fall and cause personal injury or material damage.

Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials or other temperature-sensitive products in the refrigerator.

• Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the refrigerator.

Do not let a child hang from the door. Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the

shelves in the refrigerator.

• They could damage the refr igerator and seriously injure themselves.

Allow an adequate space and install the fridge/freezer on a firm, level floor.

• If the appliance is not level, there may be unusual noises and poor cooling.

• Wait for at least one hour before plugging the appliance in.

Clean the fridge/freezer.

• Wipe and clean the appliance inside and outside with a

damp cloth and dry completely.

Plug the fridge/freezer into a wall socket used exclusively by this appliance.

• This appliance must be properly grounded.

Caution

Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials or other temperature-sensitive products in the refrigerator.

• Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the refrigerator.

Do not touch any containers or food in the freezer with wet hands.

• It may cause frostbite.

Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins.

• Otherwise there is a risk of fire.

Do not insert your hand into the bottom area of the appliance.

• Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.

After unplugging the appliance, wait for at least five minutes before plugging it in again to the wall socket.

• Abnormal operation of the freezer may cause material damage.

If the appliance is not to be used for a long period of time, pull out the power plug.

• Any deterioration in the insulation may cause fire.

Do not let children touch or play with the control panel on the front of the appliance.

• Do not stand or lean on the base panel, pull-out parts, doors etc..

• Repairs and maintenance of the appliance should only be performed by a qualified technician. Incorrect repairs by an unqualified person are a potential source of danger that may have critical consequences for the user of the appliance.

• Never put ice cubes or ice pops straight from the freezer into your mouth. (The low temperature may cause “freezer burns”.)

Do not place the equipment directly under the sunlight, etc.

The refrigerator must be grounded.

• You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from the refrigerator.

Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightening rods as ground.

• Improper use of the ground plug can result in a risk of electric shock. If it is necessar y to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade ground plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC 115V~120V, 10A, or more. If a grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.

INST ALLING THE FRIDGE / FREEZER

Allow adequate space and install the fridge/freezer on a firm, level floor.

• If the appliance is not level, there may be unusual noises and poor cooling.

• Wait for at least one hour before plugging the appliance in.

Clean the fridge/freezer.

• Wipe and clean the appliance inside and outside with a damp cloth and dry completely.

Plug the fridge/freezer into a wall socket used exclusively by this appliance.

• This appliance must be properly grounded.

Use of a grounded socket exclusively for the appliance:

• If you are using a socket with a grounded ter minal, you do not require a separate grounding connection.

Use of a non-grounded socket:

• Connect the “grounding wire” to the copper plate and bur y it at a depth of at least 10 inches in the ground.

The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.

When installing the refrigerator, you should provide a clearance of at least 2 inches at the back, top and 1 inch from the sides of the refrigerator.

If the front of the appliance is slightly higher than the rear, the door can be opened and closed easier.

Place the food in the fridge/freezer.

• It is recommended that you wait for the appliance to cool for 2-3 hours before storing food in it.

LEVELLING

The appliance tilts down to the left.

Turn the left adjusting leg in the direction of the arrow with a flat head screwdriver until the appliance is level.

The appliance tilts down to the right.

Turn the right adjusting leg in the direction of the arrow with a flat head screwdriver until the appliance is level.

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Warning

Change of the door direction is possible.

• If you want to change the door direction, call 1-800-SAMSUNG.

If you want to connect the refrigerator to your water supply, call 1-800-SAMSUNG.

Note

PREP ARING THE FRIDGE / FREEZER

Install all shelves and compartments removed during transport and place them in the correct position.

You are advised to clean the appliance and accessories before switching the appliance on for the first time to remove any dust that accumulated during packing and shipping.

Switch on the appliance for approximately 2 hours before loading it with frozen food for the first time. Do not load with frozen food until the freezer temperature is at least 0°F. If you want to store frozen food as soon as possible, set the temperature control to the coldest temperature (-14°F) and let the appliance operate for one hour. The appliance is preset for normal operation.We recommend temperatures of 38°F in the fridge and -2°F in the freezer.

The interior light of the appliance will light up when the door is open. This interior light will go out when the door is closed.

Your appliance is operated by a compressor which switches “on and off” to maintain the internal temperature.When the compressor is new, it requires running for a period of up to five months.During this per iod, it may be slightly noisy. This is quite nor mal and does not represent a fault.

Store food once the temperature in the refrigerator is sufficiently low. It takes a few hours after starting the refrigerator to reach the proper temperature. If the appliance does not operate correctly, check the electricity supply. If the problem persists, contact your dealer.

To prepare your appliance for use and check that it is running correctly, take the following steps.

VIEW OF YOUR FRIDGE / FREEZER

Fridge Light

Fridge

Fridge Shelves

Humidity Controlled

Drawer

Ice Maker and

Ice Storage Bin

Wire Drawer

Multi-Purpose Door Bins

Bottle Bins

Freezer Light

Deli Drawer

Door Switch

USING THE CONTROL FEATURES

Freezer Temperature button

Sets the freezer temperature. Press this button repeatedly to change the temperature in sequence between

-14°F and 8°F.

Fridge Temperature

button

Sets the fridge temperature. Press this button repeatedly to change the temperature in sequence between 34°F and 46°F

Super Cool button

Speeds up the cooling process in the fridge.

Super Freeze

button

Speeds up the freezing process in the freezer.

Ice Off button

Press Ice Off button to stop making Ice.

Child Lock button

When this button is pressed for 3sec., all functions are locked and can not be modified.

CONTROLLING THE FREEZER AND FRIDGE TEMPERATURES

Temperature Display

Displays the current and selected freezer temperatures.

Freezer Display

Indicates that you are setting the freezer temperature or have opened the freezer door.

Temperature Display

Displays the current and selected fridge temperatures.

Fridge Display

Indicates that you are setting the fridge temperature or have opened the fridge door.

Freezer

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The freezer can be set to a temperature between

-14°F and 8°F.

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Press the Freezer button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display.

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The temperature display changes in sequence between -14°F and 8°F.When the display reaches -14°F, it returns to 8°F.

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After five seconds, the display rever ts to the average freezer temperature, which changes as the freezer reaches the new temperature.

Fridge

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The fridge can be set to a temperature between 34°F and 46°F.

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Press the Fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display.

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The temperature display changes in sequence and reverts to the average temperature in the same way as the freezer.

Super Freeze

• This light goes on when you press the Super Freeze button.

• Press this button to quickly return the freezer to its set temperature.

• This feature is useful if the freezer door has been left open for a long time.

• Press this button again to cancel the Super Freeze mode.

• Press this button to make ice quicker.

T emperature display

• The temperatures displayed for the freezer and fridge are the actual temperatures of each compartment.

• There may be a slight difference between the set temperature and the actual temperature.

Super Cool

• This light goes on when you press the

Super

Cool button.

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Press this button to quickly return the

fridge

to its set temperature.

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This feature is useful if the

fridge

door has been left open for

a long time

• Press this button again to cancel the

Super

Cool mode.

Ice Off

• Press Ice off button to stop making Ice.

• If you don’t want to make ice, press the Ice Off button. The “Ice Off” indicator will turn on and ice making is stopped.

INDICATORS

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