Samsung RF18A5101SR, RF18A5101SG, RF18A5101WW User Manual

Refrigerator

User manual

RF18A5101**/RF20A5101**

Free Standing Appliance

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Contents

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Safety information	4
What you need to know about the safety instructions	4
Important safety symbols and precautions:	5
State of California Proposition 65 Warning	5
Important safety precautions	5
Severe warning signs for transportation and site	7
Critical installation warnings	7
Installation cautions	9
Critical usage warnings	9
Usage cautions	12
Cleaning cautions	13
Critical disposal warnings	14

Installation	15
Refrigerator at a glance	15
Step-by-step installation	17
Operations	33
Main panel	33
Setting the desired temperature or function	35
Changing the temperature scale	36
Turning on or off the ice maker	36
Turning on or off the Peak Demand function	36
Activating or deactivating the Sabbath mode	37
Activating or deactivating the Cooling Off mode	37
SmartThings	38
SMART GRID Function (Demand Response) (applicable models only)	41
Special features	44
Maintenance	45
Handling and care	45
Cleaning	49
Replacement	50
Troubleshooting	51
General	51
Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator?	55
SmartThings	57
Smart Grid (applicable models only)	58

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LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S.A.)

SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR

Warranty Information (CANADA)

If your refrigerator needs service Limited Warranty for Original Purchaser Obligation to the Original Owner Exclusions of the Warranty

Regulatory Notice

FCC Notice

IC Notice

Open Source Announcement

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Safety information

Before using your new Samsung Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers safely and efficiently.

What you need to know about the safety instructions

	• 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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
	do not play with the appliance.
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	• If you have any question, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and information
	refrigerator may differ slightly from the refrigerator described in this manual.
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	- Failing to do so may result in fire or explosion.
	• Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. When
	refrigerant leaks from the pipe, avoid any naked flames and move anything flammable
	away from the product and ventilate the room immediately.
	• 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 AC 115-120 V, 10 A, or more. If a
	grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.

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Important safety symbols and precautions:

Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This manual uses the following safety symbols.

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury, property damage, and/or death.

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury and/or property damage.

NOTE

Useful information that helps users understand or benefit from the refrigerator.

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.

State of California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING

Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Important safety precautions

Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials

WARNING

•R-600a is used as a refrigerant. This product contains flammable gas (Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local authority in regard to safe disposal of this product.

•In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 35.3 ft³ in size for every 8 g of R-600a refrigerant inside the appliance.

•The installation location should not be exposed to direct sunlight and not placed near any electric appliance or heat source, e.g. stove, oven or hob, radiator, etc.

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Safety information

•If you use two products side by side, for safety reason, be sure to use certified products in explosive gas atmospheres.

•Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.

•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

•The socket must be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly disconnected from the supply in an emergency. It must be outside the area of the rear of the appliance.

•Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

•New hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and that old hose-sets should not be reused.

•When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

•Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

WARNING

•Fill with potable water only.

•Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

•Do not use mechanical devices or 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 food storage compartments of The appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

•Connect to potable water supply only.

WARNING

•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.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as

•staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

•farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

•bed and breakfast type environments;

•catering and similar non-retail applications.

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Severe warning signs for transportation and site

WARNING

•When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged.

-Refrigerant leaking from the pipe work could ignite or cause an eye injury. If a 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.

-This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R-600a), a natural gas with high environmental compatibility that is, however, also flammable.

Critical installation warnings

WARNING

•Do not install the refrigerator in a damp location or place where it may come in contact with water.

-Deteriorated insulation on electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire.

•Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from stoves, room heaters, or other appliances.

•Do not plug several appliances and the refrigerator into the same multiple power strip. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the voltage listed on the refrigerator’s rating plate.

-This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading of house wiring circuits, which could overheat the wires and cause a fire hazard.

•If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.

-There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

•Do not use a power cord that has cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.

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

•Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.

•Do not twist or tie the power cord.

•Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.

•When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

-This may result in an electric shock or fire.

•Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

-Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire, and/or electric shock.

•Do not install this appliance near a heater or flammable material.

•Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.

-This may result in an electric shock or fire.

•This refrigerator must be properly located and installed in accordance with the instructions in this manual before you use it.

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Safety information

		• Connect the power plug in the 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.
		• Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or damaged by the back of the
		refrigerator.
		• Keep the packing materials out of reach of children.
		- There is a risk of death from suffocation if a child puts the packing materials on his
		or her head.
		• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.
		- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>Safety	• Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, or in a location exposed
		- Deteriorated insulation on electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire.
		to direct sunlight or to water (rain drops).
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>information	• If large amounts of dust or water enter the refrigerator, disconnect the power plug and
		contact a Samsung Electronics service center.
		- Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
		• Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles,
		lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
		- This may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
		• You need to remove all the protective plastic film before you initially plug the product
		in.
		• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the snap rings used
		for door adjustment or the water tube clips.
		- There is risk of death by suffocation if a child swallows a snap ring or water tube
		clip. Keep the snap rings and water tube clips out of children's reach.
		• 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.
		• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines, or other potential lightning attractors as an
		electrical ground.
		- You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power leakages or electric shocks
		caused by current leakage from the refrigerator.
		- Current leakage may result in an electric shock, fire, explosion, or problems with the
		product.
		• Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a damaged power plug,
		damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
		- This may result in an electric shock or fire.
		• Only a qualified technician or service company should be allowed to change the fuse in
		the refrigerator.
		- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or personal injury.

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Installation cautions

CAUTION

•Allow sufficient space around the refrigerator and install it on a flat surface.

-Keep the ventilation space in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstructions.

•After you have installed the refrigerator and turned it on, allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours before loading it with food.

•It is strongly recommended you have a qualified technician or service company install the refrigerator.

-Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, fire, explosion, problems with the product, or injury.

•Overloading one door may make the refrigerator fall, causing physical injury.

Critical usage warnings

WARNING

•Do not insert the power plug into a wall socket with wet hands.

-This may result in an electric shock.

•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.

•Do not insert hands, feet, or metal objects (such as chopsticks, etc.) into the bottom or the back of the refrigerator.

-This may result in an electric shock or injury.

-Any sharp edges may cause a personal injury.

•Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or products stored in the freezer with wet hands.

-This may cause frostbite.

•Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator.

-If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.

•Do not keep volatile or flammable objects or substances (benzene, thinner, propane gas, alcohol, ether, LP gas, and other such products) in the refrigerator.

-This refrigerator is for storing food only.

-This may result in fire or explosion.

•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

-Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when you open the doors if children are in the area.

•Do not let children hang on the door or door bins. A serious injury may occur.

•Do not let children go inside the refrigerator. They could become trapped.

•Do not insert your hands into the area under the appliance.

-Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.

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Safety information

		• Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials, or temperature sensitive
		products in the refrigerator.
		- Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the
		refrigerator.
		• Do not place or use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator/freezer, unless they are
		of a type recommended by the manufacturer.
		• If you smell smoke, pull out the power plug immediately, and then contact a Samsung
		Electronics service center.
		• If large amounts of dust or water enter the refrigerator, disconnect the power plug and
		contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>Safety	- Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
		- The drawer may break and cause them to slip.
		• Do not let children step on a drawer.
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>information	• Do not leave the doors of the refrigerator open while the refrigerator is unattended and
		do not let children enter the refrigerator.
		• Do not allow babies or children to go into a drawer.
		- It can cause death from suffocation by entrapment or personal injury.
		• Do not overfill the refrigerator with food.
		- When you open the door, an item may fall out and cause personal injury or material
		damage.
		• Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.
		- As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in an electric shock, fire, or
		problems with the product.
		• Never put fingers or any objects into the water dispenser outlet, ice chute, or ice maker
		bucket.
		- It may cause a personal injury or material damage.
		• Do not use or place any substances sensitive to temperature such as flammable sprays,
		flammable objects, dry ice, medicine, or chemicals near or inside the refrigerator.
		• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator. Do not place a lighted
		candle in the refrigerator to remove bad odors.
		- This may result in an electric shock or fire.
		• Fill the water tank and ice cube trays with potable water only (tap water, mineral water,
		or purified water).
		- Do not fill the tank with tea, juice, or a sports drink. They can damage the
		refrigerator.
		• Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles,
		lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. This may
		result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury. Do not put a
		container filled with water on the appliance.
		- If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
		• Never stare directly at the UV LED lamp for long periods of time.
		- This may result in eye strain due to the ultraviolet rays.
		• Do not put a fridge shelf into the refrigerator upside down. The shelf stopper will not
		work.
		- The glass shelf could fall and cause personal injury.
		• Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the doors and cabinet are
		necessarily small. Be careful when you open the doors if children are in the area.
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	• 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.
	- Do not touch the appliance or power cord.
	- Do not use a ventilating fan.
	- A spark may result in an explosion or fire.
	• Use only the LED Lamps provided by the manufacturer or its service agents.
	• Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not fall over or out.
	• This product is intended only for the storage of food in a domestic environment.
	• Never put fingers or any objects into the water dispenser outlet, ice chute, or ice maker
	bucket.
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	• Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the refrigerator yourself.
	- Unauthorized modifications can cause safety problems. To reverse an unauthorized
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	• Do not use any fuse (such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse.
	• If your refrigerator needs to be repaired or reinstalled, contact your nearest Samsung
	service center.
	- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or
	injury.
	• If the interior or exterior LED lamp has gone out, contact your nearest Samsung service
	center.
	• If the refrigerator emits a burning smell or smoke, unplug the refrigerator immediately
	and contact a Samsung service center.
	- Failing to do so may result in an electric or fire hazards.
	• Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior lamps of the
	refrigerator.
	- Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.
	• If you experience difficulty changing a non-LED light, contact a Samsung service center.
	• If the product is equipped with LED lamps, do not disassemble the Lamp Covers and
	LED lamps yourself.
	- Contact a Samsung service center.
	• Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly.
	• Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
	- This may result in an electric shock or fire.

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Usage cautions

CAUTION

• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely.

• Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator.

• To get the best performance from the product:

		- Do not place food too close to the vents at the rear of the refrigerator as this can
		obstruct free air circulation in the refrigerator compartment.
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>Safety	- Wrap food up properly or place it in airtight containers before putting it into the
		refrigerator.
		- Please observe maximum storage times and expiration dates of frozen goods.
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>information	• Do not put glass containers or bottles or carbonated beverages into the freezer.
		safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications.
		- The container may freeze and break, and this may result in injury.
		• Service Warranty and Modification.
		- Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance
		are not covered under Samsung warranty service, nor is Samsung responsible for
		• Do not block the air vents inside the refrigerator.
		- If the air vents are blocked, especially with a plastic bag, the refrigerator can be over
		cooled. If a cooling period lasts too long, the water filter may break and cause water
		leakage.
		• If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least
		five minutes before plugging it back in.
		• If large amounts of water enter the refrigerator, pull out the power plug and contact a
		Samsung service center.
		• Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface.
		- Broken glass may result in a personal injury and/or property damage.
		• Fill the water tank and ice cube trays with potable water only (tap water, mineral water,
		or purified water).
		- Do not fill the tank with tea, juice, or a sports drink. They can damage the
		refrigerator.
		• If the refrigerator is flooded, shut off the power to the refrigerator and contact your
		nearest Samsung service center.
		- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
		• Do not keep vegetable oil in your refrigerator’s door bins. The oil can solidify, making it
		foul-tasting and difficult to use. In addition, the open container can leak and the leaked
		oil can cause the door bin to crack. After opening an oil container, it is best to keep the
		container in a cool and shaded place such as a cupboard or pantry.
		- Examples of vegetable oil: olive oil, corn oil, grape-seed oil, etc.

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Cleaning cautions

CAUTION

	• Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside of the refrigerator.
	- There is a risk of fire or electric shock.
	• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.
	• Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator to remove bad odors.
	- This may result in an electric shock or fire.
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	- Printed letters on the display may come off.
	• If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, unplug the power
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	• Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
	- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire.
	• Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug blades.
	Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.
	- Otherwise, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
	• Do not use benzene, thinner, or Clorox (bleach) to clean the refrigerator.
	- They may damage the surface of the appliance and may cause a fire.
	• Never put fingers or any objects into the dispenser outlet.
	- This can cause a personal injury or material damage.
	• Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket.
	- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire.
	• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water to clean the
	refrigerator.
	• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers such as window sprays, scouring cleansers,
	flammable fluids, muriatic acid, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or
	cleansers containing petroleum products on exterior surfaces (doors and cabinet), plastic
	parts, door and interior liners, and gaskets.
	- These can scratch or damage the material.
	• Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Glass shelves
	and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impacts such as
	bumping or dropping.

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Critical disposal warnings

WARNING

		• Children trapped inside a refrigerator can hurt themselves or suffocate to death.
		• Please dispose of the packaging material from this product in an environmentally
		friendly manner.
		• Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the refrigerator are damaged prior to
		disposal.
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>Safety	• This product contains R-600a, a flammable gas, which is used as the refrigerant. Contact
		your local authorities regarding safe disposal of this product.
		• When disposing of this refrigerator, remove the door/door seals and door latch so that
	<![if ! IE]> <![endif]>information	small children or animals cannot become trapped inside. Children should be supervised
		environmentally safe disposal of this product.
		to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
		- If trapped inside, the child could be injured or suffocate to death.
		• Cyclopentane is used in the insulation. The gases in the insulation material require
		a special disposal procedure. Please contact your local authorities in regard to the
		• Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials
		can be dangerous to children.
		- If a child places a bag over his or her head, the child could suffocate.

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Installation

Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a proper installation of this refrigerator and to prevent accidents before using it.

WARNING

•Use the refrigerator only for its intended purpose as described in this manual.

•Any servicing must be performed by a qualified technician.

•Dispose of the product packaging material in compliance with the local regulations.

•To prevent electric shock, unplug the power plug before servicing or replacing parts.

Refrigerator at a glance

The actual refrigerator and provided parts of your refrigerator may differ from the illustrations in this manual, depending on the model and the country.

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01 Main panel	02 Freezer
03 Door bins	04 Ice Maker
05 Ice bucket	06 Fridge drawers

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NOTE

•For energy efficiency, keep all shelves, drawers, and baskets in their original positions.

•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 into the correct position, and then close the door.

•Moisture may form at times on the vertical hinged section.

•If you close a door forcefully, the other door may open.

•If the internal or external LED lamp is out of order, contact a local Samsung service center.

•If the door is left open for too long, the top internal LED will blink. This is normal.

Door bins

Your refrigerator ships with door bins of different types and sizes. If the door bins for your refrigerator were packaged separately, use the figure below to help you position the bins properly.

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Step-by-step installation

STEP  1  Select a site

Select a site that:

•Has a solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation

•Is away from direct sunlight

•Has adequate room for opening and closing the door

•Is away from any heat sources

•Provides room for maintenance and servicing

•Has a temperature range between 50 °F (10 °C) and 109 °F (43 °C)

CAUTION

•If your refrigerator is equipped with an ice maker, provide extra space at the rear of the refrigerator for the water line connection.

•When you install the refrigerator next to a fixed wall, you must provide a minimum clearance of 3 3/4" (95 mm) from the wall to allow the door to swing open.

NOTE

To facilitate moving your refrigerator to its final location, be sure to measure the width and height of doorways, thresholds, ceilings, stairways, and anything else that needs to be taken into consideration to ensure you can move your refrigerator safely. The following diagram illustrates the exact height and depth (factory specifications) of your refrigerator.

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Installation

Clearance

See the following figures and tables for space requirements for installation.

	B		Model	RF18**	RF20**
	A		Depth “A”	28 1/8"	30 1/8"
				(715 mm)	(765 mm)
			Width “B”	32 1/8"	32 1/8"
				(817 mm)	(817 mm)
		D
C
				68 7/8"	68 7/8"
			Height “C”
				(1749 mm)	(1749 mm)
			Overall	70 "	70 "
			Height “D”	(1776 mm)	(1776 mm)

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Model

RF18**

RF20**

01

2" (50 mm)

2" (50 mm)

01

02

5 1/4" (135°)

5 1/4" (135°)

04

03

54 7/8"

54 7/8"

(1393 mm)

(1393 mm)

04

11 1/2"

11 1/2"

02

02

(291 mm)

(291 mm)

05

24 1/2"

26 1/2"

(625 mm)

(675 mm)

03

06

1 1/4"

1 1/4"

(31.5 mm)

(31.5 mm)

07

41 1/2"

43 1/2"

(1056 mm)

(1101 mm)

05

06

42 1/2"

44 1/2"

08

07

08

(1082 mm)

(1132 mm)

NOTE

The measurements in the table above

may differ slightly from the actual

measurements, depending on the

measuring and rounding method.

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STEP  2  Flooring

If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance due to its size, see STEP  3 Door removal for entrance.

NOTE

To prevent floor damage, make sure the front leveling legs are in the upright position.

•The surface you install the refrigerator on must support a fully loaded refrigerator.

•To protect the floor, put a large piece

of cardboard along the path to the refrigerator's final installation location.

•Once the refrigerator is in its final position, do not move it unless necessary to protect the floor. If you have to move the refrigerator, place thick paper or cloth such as old carpets along the path of movement.

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STEP  3  Door removal for entrance

If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance to your home or kitchen due to its size, follow these instructions to remove and then re-install the refrigerator's doors. If you do not need to remove the doors, go to page 26 to continue the installation procedure.

WARNING

Unplug the power cord of the refrigerator before removing the doors.

Tools required (not provided)

Phillips screwdriver

Flat-head screwdriver

Socket wrench 3/8" (10 mm)

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Pliers

Allen wrench 1/4" (5 mm)

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Detach the fridge doors

1.Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws fastening the top cover (A).

A

2. Disconnect the wires on the top of the refrigerator.

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3.Use a socket wrench (3/8" / 10 mm) to remove the screws fastening the top hinge (B).

B

4.Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw fastening the ground wire (C).

C

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5. Remove the top hinge from the door.

NOTE

Remove the top hinge carefully. The wires from the door are arranged through the hinge shaft.

6. Gently pull up the fridge door to remove. Do not apply excessive force to the door. The door may fall, causing physical injury.

7. Lay the door down on a flat surface.

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To reattach the fridge doors

After moving the refrigerator to its final location, reattach the doors by following the removal instructions in the reversed order.

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Detach the freezer drawer

1. Fully open the freezer drawer, and then lift the drawer basket (A) to remove.

A

2.Use a socket wrench (3/8" / 10 mm) to remove the 4 screws fastening the door.

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3.Lift the freezer door from the rails to remove.

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CAUTION

• Be careful not to scratch or dent the rail assembly.

• Make sure you mount the freezer baskets in the correct position. Otherwise, the door will not open or close properly, which causes frost to build up.

• Do not store too much food in the freezer drawer. This prevents the freezer drawer from closing properly, resulting in frost buildup.

To reattach the freezer drawer

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1. Fully pull out the freezer drawer rails.

2.Attach the freezer door to the slots (A) at the side of the rails.

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3.Use a socket wrench (3/8" / 10 mm) to fasten the door to the rail with 4 screws.

4.Insert the freezer basket back into its position.

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STEP  4  Leveling the refrigerator

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CAUTION

•When installed, the refrigerator must be leveled on a flat, solid floor. Not leveling the refrigerator can cause damage to the refrigerator or physical injury.

•Leveling must be performed with the refrigerator empty. Make sure no food items are inside the refrigerator.

•For safety reasons, adjust the front a little higher than the rear.

Level the refrigerator using the special screws (levelers) on the front legs. Use a flat-head screwdriver to turn the levelers.

• To adjust the height of the left side: Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the leveler of the left side front leg. Turn the leveler clockwise to raise the left side or turn it counterclockwise to lower.

• To adjust the height of the right side: Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the leveler of the right side front leg. Turn the leveler clockwise to raise the right side or turn it counterclockwise to lower.

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STEP  5  Align the fridge doors

• Before aligning the fridge doors, make sure the refrigerator is level. Refer to the “Leveling the refrigerator” section for detailed instruction.

• You can use the adjustment parts (*) at the bottom of both fridge doors to raise or lower the door.

	1. Fully open the freezer drawer (A), and
B	then find the middle hinge (B).

	C	2.	Insert the Allen wrench (C) into the shaft
	D
			(D) of the middle hinge.

A

3. Turn the Allen wrench (C) clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the door.

C

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E	D
F
G
	C

4.Use the Pliers (D) to insert the provided snap ring (E) in the gap between the hinge-grommet (F) and the middle hinge

(G). The number of snap rings depends on the gap.

NOTE

Two 0.04” snap rings are provided with the product.

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STEP  6  Connect the water dispenser line (applicable models only)

A water dispenser with a filter 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.

The water line also connects to the ice maker. For the ice maker to operate properly, water pressure of 30 to 120 psi (206 to 827 kPa) psi is required.

If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 30 psi / 206 kPa), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.

After you have connected the water line, make sure the water storage tank inside the refrigerator is properly filled. To do this, press the water dispenser lever until water runs from the water outlet.

NOTE

• Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from your retailer. We recommend using a water line installation kit that contains copper tubing and a 1/4" (6 mm) compression nut.

1. Shut off the main water source.

2. Insert the pipe clamp (B) and the shutoff

A	valve (C) into the cold water line (A).
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3. Connect the water line installation kit

(A) to the shutoff valve (B).

A

B

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Connect the water supply line to the refrigerator

There are several items you must purchase to complete this connection. You may find these items sold as a kit at your local hardware store.

		•	1/4" copper tubing
	Copper Tubing	•	1/4" compression nut (1 pc)
		•	Ferrule (2 pc)
	Plastic Tubing	•	1/4" plastic tubing  Molded end (Bulb)
		•	1/4" compression nut (1 pc)

C

A

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B

A.Refrigerator

B.Household water supply line

C.Water Line: must be kept straight.

01 Compression Nut (1/4") (Assembled)

02 Ferrule (Not supplied)

03 Copper tubing (Not supplied)

04 Plastic Tubing (Assembled)

05 Compression Fitting (Assembled)

06 Molded end (Bulb)

07 Compression nut (1/4") (Not supplied) 08 Plastic Tubing (Not supplied)

NOTE

If you have to relocate the refrigerator after connecting the water line (C), make sure the joined section of the water line is straight.

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