Samsung RB217ABWP/XAA-00, RB217ABRS/XAA-00, RB217ABPN/XAA-00, RB217ABBP/XAA-00, RB215ABPN/XAA-00 Owner’s Manual

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Features of your n Refrgeraxor

KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR

Your Samsung Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient features.

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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.

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Bigger & Wider Space

The wide shelf area provides enough space for larger items.
The wide freezer drawer also provides enough space for 2-3 turkeys.

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Secure Auto Close

The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open.

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Digital Display and Temperature Control

,, Door Alarm

A helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar.

• Easy Handle

Freezer door can be opened with less effort.

• Energy Star

This Energy star labeled product may save you money on your energy costs.

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For easy future reference, write the model

and serial number down. You will find
your model number and serial number on

the left side of the refrigerator.

Model #

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Before using your new Samsung Refrigerator,pleaseread this manual thoroughly to ensurethat

you know how to safely and efficientlyoperate the features and functions that your new appliance
offers.

Because the following instructions cover RB195AB, 197AB, 215AB & 217AB, the characteristics
of your Refrigerator may differslightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual. Ifyou have
any questions, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www.

samsung.com.

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean '

WARNING

CAUTION damage.

CAUTION refrigerator, follow these basic safety precautions:

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result _nsevere personal injury or death.

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your

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.
Call the service center for help.

Notice

For Refrigerator installation

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING

Do not damage parts containing Refrigerant. If they are damaged, it may cause a fire or

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explosion. Do not touch the refrigerator if it is damaged. Follow the items below and contact

the store where the refrigerator was purchased or a Samsung Appliance Service Center.

(Tel 1-800-SAMSUNG)

1. Openthe windows and airthe room.(Do not useaventilatingfan.)

2.Avoid usingflammableor electricappliances.

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Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with

water.

• Wet and/or deteriorated insulation of the internal electrical parts may cause electric shock or fire.

The Refrigerator must be safely grounded

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• 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.

• Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. If it is necessary to use an
extension cord to power the Refrigerator, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade ground plug
and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension
cord should be AC 115W120V, 10A, or more. Additionally, if a grounding adapter is used, make sure the

receptacle box is also fully grounded.

The appliance must have sufficient space around it. (Refer to page 10 for the best location.)

• Whenrefrigerantleaks,it ispossibleto causea fireor explosion.

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CAUTION SIGNS cAuTio.

Do not place the refrigerator directly in sunlight.

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The appliance must be positioned for easy access to power source.
The appliance must be placed on the level surface of hard material.

• Placingon anunlevelsurfacemaycauseit to tip over,resultingininjuryor propertydamage.

Do not use casters under the Refrigerator on a surface that is easily damaged.

• Whenmovingthe Refrigerator,spreadout a protectorsuch ascardboard carton underthe Refrigerator.
(Referto page 10for flooring.)

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Power Plug

Contact the retailer where you purchased the appliance for if you have a power plug problem.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS wAR.I.G

Do not plug several appliances into the same power receptacle.

• Large appliances draw a lot of power. Powering more than one appliance or machine from a single power
source could cause overheating and a fire.

Make sure that the power plug is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator.

• A damaged powerplug may overheatand cause afire.

Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.

• It may causeanelectricshock.

Insert the power plug into the socket completely.

• Incompleteinsertingmaycauseafire by electricshockor heat.

Do not use the power plug if the plug or power cord is damaged.

• It may causea fireor electric shock.

Do not damage power plug or cord, or push the Refrigerator backward.

• Bending and binding the power cord, or pushing Refrigerator backward may cause a fire or electric shock
by wire damage.

Do not put undue stress on the power cord or place heavy articles on it.

• Placingheavyarticlesonthe power cord maycreatethe riskof explosionor fire.

Do not use the loose socket.

• Thereisa riskof electricshock orfire.Havethe plug lookedat by a licensedelectrician.

Never unplug your Refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.

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• 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.

• A damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, a certified service agent or qualified service
personnel.

CAUTION SIGNS CAU'no.

Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

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

• A dirty power plug canincreasetherisk offire.

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a certified service
agent or qualified service personnel.

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Do not spray water directly into or on the outside of the Refrigerator/Freezer drawer.

• Watercould getintothe interiormachineparts and causeelectricshock.

Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator.

• Aerosolsused neartheRefrigeratormaycause an explosionorfire.
Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the Refrigerator.

• Storing benzene,thinner,alcohol,ether,LPgas and othersuch productsmay causeexplosions.
Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials and temperature-sensitive

products in the refrigerator.

• Productsthat requireexacttemperaturecontrolsshouldnot bestored inthe Refrigerator.

Do not put a container filled with water without cap on the Refrigerator.

• Ifit spills,it maycausefire or electricshock.

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 damage to
surrounding objects.

Do not put your hands or legs/foot under the appliance.

• Any sharpedges maycausepersonal injury.

Do not use any electric appliance inside the refrigerator.

• Incase of refrigerantleak,it may causea fireand explosion.

Do not touch the Refrigerator or power plug, and air the room with opening window if any

flammable gas (propane gas, city gas, etc.) leaks.

• An explosionmayoccur dueto a electricalcontact sparkand causefireor injury.

Do not disassemble or repair the Refrigerator by yourself.

• You may run the risk of fire, appliance malfunctions and/or personal injury. Call your nearest service center

for help from a qualified service technician.

Unplug the Refrigerator and stop the operation if there is any problem or failure.

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Unplug the Refrigerator when it is checked for problem.

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Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light.

• Changingthe lightwhilethe Refrigeratorisplugged in maycauseelectric shock.
If the Refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time (for example, over several

months), unplug the power from the wall.

• Overtime, deteriorationinthe power cord insulationmaycausefire.

Do not overfill the Refrigerator with food and drinks.

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• In an overfull Refrigerator, heavy, fragile, bulky or breakable items may fall out and cause personal injury
and/or damage to surrounding objects.

Do not put bottles or glass containers in the Freezer drawer.

• When the contents freeze and then expand, the glass may break and cause personal injury or leave
dangerous glass shards in the Freezer.

Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on shelves and handles of the Refrigerator. They
could damage the Refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. Do not sit on the freezer door.

The door may break.Do not allow children to climb into the freezer basket.

If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the Refrigerator
immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics Service Center.

After your Refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the Freezer

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compartment. Particularly when hands are damp or wet, skin may adhere to these extremely
cold surfaces.

• Skin may stick to the surface and you may get frostbite.

Do not touch the rails of freezer drawer. (RB217, RB197)

• Whenthe draweris moving,a fingercan be caughtby therailand get injured.

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CAUTION SIGNS CAUTio.

If the Refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five
minutes before plugging it back in.

If you have a long vacation planned, empty the Refrigerator and turn it off.

• Wipe excessmoisturefrom the insideandleavethe doors opento keepodor and moldfrom developing.

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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.

Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators.

Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or Freezer, make sure that you;

• Take off the doors.

• Leave all shelves in places so that children may not easily climb inside and shut the door while they are

inside.

This appliance is not intended for use by small children or infirm persons without capable,
adult supervision. Small children should be supervised when using the appliance.

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SEVERE WARNING SIGNS wAR.I.G

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit around the refrigerator.

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If it is damaged, the refrigerant may leak and cause a fire and explosion.
Do not touch the refrigerant if it is damaged, and follow the below items and contact the store

where you buy it or Samsung Appliance SVC Center (Tel : 1-800-SAMSUNG).

1.Openthe windowsandairthe room. (Donot usetheventilatingfan.)

2. Avoidto usethe flammableorelectricappliancesaspossible.

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SETTING UP YOUR REFRIGERATOR

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OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG

REFRIGERATOR

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TROUBLESHOOTING

10 Getting ready to install the refrigerator
11 Installation of the water line

13 Setting up the refrigerator
13 Removing the refrigerator doors
16 Leveling the refrigerator

17 Parts and Features
18 Using the control panel

19 Controlling the temperature
22 Storing food in the refrigerator
22 Storing food in the freezer drawer

23 Removing and relocating the refrigerator

accessories

24 Removing the freezer accessories
25 Cleaning the refrigerator

26 Changing the interior lights

27 Troubleshooting

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GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR

Congratulations on your purchase of this Samsung Refrigerator. We hope you enjoy the state-of-art features and
efficiencies that this new appliance offers.

Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator

• A location with easy access to the water supply.

• A location without direct exposure to sunlight.

• A location with level (or nearly level)flooring.

• 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.

First thing! Make sure that you can easily move your Refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways
(both width and height), thresholds, ceilings, stairways, etc.

The following chart details the exact height and depth of Samsung Refrigerator.

RB195AB RB215AB

Model RB197AB RB217AB

Capacity (cu.ft) 18.7 20.5

Width (inch)

with door

Depth (inch)

Height (inch)

, Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when installing. This will help reduce power consumption

and keep your energy bills lower.

, Ifyou install the Refrigerator where is below 50°F (10°C), it may not function in optimum level.

When moving your refrigerator

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CAUTION

To prevent floor damage be sure the front leveling legs are

in the up position(above the floor).
Refer to 'Leveling the refrigerator' in the manual

(on page 16)

FLOORING

For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level
surface of hard material that is the same height as the rest of the
flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully

loaded refrigerator, or approximately 2231bs(106kg). To protect
the finish of the flooring, cut a large section of the cardboard

carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working.
When moving the refrigerator, be sure to pull it straight out and

return it to position by pushing it straight in.

without door

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