Samsung RF221NCTAWW User Manual

Refrigerator

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safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before operating the appliance, please read •
this manual thoroughly and retain it for your
reference.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose •
as described in this instruction manual. 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.

Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in •
this manual do not cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. It is your
responsibility to use common sense, caution,
and care when installing, maintaining, and
operating your appliance.

Because these following operating instructions •
cover various models, the characteristics of
your refrigerator may differ slightly from those
described in this manual. R600a or R134a is
used as a refrigerant. Check the compressor
label on the rear of the appliance or the rating
label inside the fridge to see which refrigerant
is used for your refrigerator. When this product
contains fl ammable gas (Refrigerant R600a),
contact your local authority in regard to safe
disposal of this product.

Important safety symbols and
precautions:

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in

WARNING

severe personal injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in

CAUTION

minor personal injury or property damage.

Do NOT attempt.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

Follow directions carefully.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the refrigerator is grounded to
prevent electric shock.

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Call the contact center for help.

Note.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury
to you and others.

Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe

place for future reference.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR

WARNING

INSTALLATION

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

Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may ­cause an electric shock or fi re.

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

Do not plug several appliances 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 house wiring
circuits, which could cause a fi re hazard from
overheated wires.

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

There is a risk of electric shock of fi re. ­Do not use a cord that shows cracks or •

abrasion damage along its length or at either
end.

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

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 fi re. -

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

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

Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.•
Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause -

an explosion or fi re.
Do not install this appliance near a heater, •

infl ammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or •

dusty location, in a location exposed to direct
sunlight and water (rain drops).

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

This may result in an electric shock or fi re. ­This appliance must be properly grounded. Do •

not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic
water pipe, or telephone line.

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

This may result in an electric shock, fi re, ­explosion, or problems with the product.

Never plug the power cord into a socket that ­is not grounded correctly and make sure that it
is in accordance with local and national codes.
This appliance should be positioned in such a
way that it is accessible to the power plug.

Failing to do so may result in an electric shock ­or fi re due to electric leakage.

• This refrigerator must be properly
installed and located in accordance with
the manual before it is used.

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 fi re or electric
shock.

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

This constitutes a fi re hazard. ­Make sure that the power plug is not squashed •

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.

You need to remove all the protective plastic •
fi lm before you initially plug the product in.

When disposing of this or other refrigerator/s, •
remove the door/door seals, door latch so that
children or animals cannot become trapped
inside. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not enter and play with the
appliance.

If trapped inside, the child may become injury ­and suffocate to death.

• 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.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in ­a risk of electric shock. If it is necessary to use
an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension
cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a
3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the
appliance. The marked rating of the extension
cord should be AC115-120 V, 10 A, or more.
If a grounding adapter is used, make sure the
receptacle box is fully grounded.

If the products is equipped with the LED Lamp, •
do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED
Lamp by yourself.

Please contact your service agent. ­Use only the LED Lamps provided by •

manufacturer or service agent.

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

INSTALLATION CAUTIONS

CAUTION

• Allow suffi cient space to install the
refrigerator on a fl at surface.

If your refrigerator is not level, the internal ­cooling system may not work correctly.

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

Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after •
installation.

We recommend you have installed this •
refrigerator by a qualifi ed technician or service

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company.
Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, -

fi re, explosion, problems with the product, or
injury.

“WARNING - Improper use of the grounding •
plug can result in a risk of an 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 AC115­120 V, 10 A, or more. If a grounding adapter
is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully
grounded.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket fi rmly. •
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged
power cord or loose wall socket.

This may result in an electric shock or fi re. ­Do not plug several appliances into the same •

multiple power board. The refrigerator should
always be plugged into its own individual
electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that
matched the rating plate.

This provides the best performance and ­also prevents overloading house wiring
circuits, which could cause a fi re hazard from
overheated wires.

Connect the power plug in proper position with •
the cord hanging down.

- If you connect the power plug upside down, ­wire can get cut off and cause fi re or electric
shock.

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 fi re. ­Do not install this appliance near a heater, •

infl ammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or •

dusty location, in a location exposed to direct
sunlight and water (rain drops).

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

This may result in an electric shock or fi re. ­Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or •

modify the appliance yourself.
Do not use any fuse(such as cooper, steel wire, -

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etc.) other than the standard fuse.
When repairing or reinstalling the appliance is -

required, contact your nearest service center.
Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, -

fi re, problems with the product, or injury.
If any dust or water is in Refrigerator, pull •

out power plug and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.

Otherwise there is a risk of fi re. ­If gas leak is detected, avoid any naked fl ames -

or potential sources of ignition and air the room
in which the appliance is standing for several
minutes.

CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS

WARNING

• Do not insert the power plug with wet
hands.

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 put a container fi lled with water on the •
refrigerator.

If spilled, there is a risk of fi re or electric shock. ­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 when children are in the area.

Do not let children hang on the door. If not, a •
serious injury may occur.

There is a Risk of children entrapment. Do not •
let children enter inside the refrigerator.

Never put fi ngers or other objects into the •
dispenser hole, ice chute and ice maker bucket.

It may cause a personal injury or material ­damage.

Do not use or place any substances sensitive •
to temperature such as infl ammable sprays,
infl ammable objects, dry ice, medicine, or
chemicals near or inside of the refrigerator.

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

This refrigerator is for storing food only. ­This may result in fi re or explosion. ­Do not store pharmaceuticals products, •

scientifi c materials or temperature-sensitive
products in the refrigerator.

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

Do not place or use electrical appliance inside •
the refrigerator/freezer, unless they are of a type
recommended by the manufacturer.

If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull •
out power plug immediately and contact your
Samsung Electronics service center

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

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

Any sharp edges may cause personal injury. ­Do not let children step on a drawer’s cover.•
The drawer may break and cause them to slip. ­Do not overfi ll the refrigerator with food.•
When you open the door, an item may fall out -

and cause personal injury or material damage.
Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or •

products stored in the freezer with wet hands.
This may cause frostbite. ­Never put fi ngers or other objects into the water •

dispenser hole, ice chute, or ice maker bucket.
It may cause personal injury or material -

damage.
Do not spray fl ammable gas near the •

refrigerator.
There is a risk of explosion or fi re. ­Do not store volatile or fl ammable substances in •

the refrigerator.
The storage of benzene, thinner, alcohol, ether, -

LP gas and other such products may cause
explosions.

Do not store pharmaceuticals products, •
scientifi c 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 an electrical appliance •
inside the refrigerator, unless it is of a type
recommended by the manufacturer.

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, fi re, problems with the
product, or injury. Do not put a container fi lled
with water on the appliance.

If spilled, there is a risk of fi re or electric shock. ­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 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, fi re or problems with
the product.

Never stare directly at the UV LED lamp for long •
periods of time.

This may result in eye strain due to the ­ultraviolet rays.

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

The installation or any service of this appliance •
is recommended by a qualifi ed technician or
service company.

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

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.•
This may result in an electric shock. -

• Do not disassemble or repair the
refrigerator by yourself.

You run risk of causing a fi re, malfunction and/ ­or personal injury.

When the interior or exterior LED lamp has ­gone out, please contact your service agents.

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

Keep fi ngers out of “pinch point” areas : ­clearances between the doors and cabinet are
necessarily small. Be careful when you open the
doors when children are in the area. Do not let
children hang on the door. If not, a serious injury
may occur. Risk of children entrapment. Do not
let children enter inside the refrigerator.

Bottles should be stored tightly together so that •
they do not fall out.

This product is intended only for the storage of •
food in a domestic environment.

If a gas leak is detected, avoid any naked •
fl ames 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 explosion or fi re. ­Use only the LED Lamps provided by •

manufacturer or service agents.

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• If there are burning smells or smoke, pull
out power plug immediately and contact
your Samsung Electronics service center.

If you experience diffi culty when changing the •
light, contact a service agent.

If the product is equipped with LED Lamps, •
do not disassemble the Lamp Cover and LED
Lamp by yourself.

Please contact your service agents. ­If any dust or water is in refrigerator, pull out •

the power plug and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.

Otherwise there is a risk of fi re. ­Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after a)

installation.
To get Best performance from the product,b)

Do not place foods too closely in front of 1)
the vents at the rear of the appliance as it
can obstruct free air circulation in the freezer
compartment.
Wrap the food up properly or place it in 2)
airtight containers before putting it into the
fridge or freezer.
Do not put any newly introduced food for 3)

freezing near to already existing food.
Do not place glass or bottles or carbonated c)
beverages into the freezer.

The container may freeze and break, and -

this may result in injury.
Please observe maximum storage times and d)
expiry dates of frozen goods.

There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator e)
from the power supply if you will be away for
less than three weeks. But, Remove all the food
if you are going away for the three weeks or
more. Unplug the refrigerator and clean it, rinse
and dry.

State of California Proposition 65

WARNING

Warnings:

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California
to publish a list of substances known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm, and requires businesses to
warn of potential exposure to such substances.

This product contains a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. This appliance can cause
low-level exposure to some of the substances
listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, and

carbon monoxide.

USAGE CAUTIONS

CAUTION

• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that
have thawed completely. Do not place
carbonated or fi zzy drinks in the freezer
compartment. Do not put bottles or glass
containers in the freezer.

When the contents freeze, the glass may break ­and cause personal injury.

Use only the ice maker provided with the •
refrigerator. The water supply to this refrigerator
must only be installed/connected by a suitably
qualifi ed person and connected to a potable
water supply only. In order to operate the
ice maker properly, water pressure of 20 ~
125 psi is required. If you have a long vacation
or business trip and won’t use water or ice
dispensers, close the water valve.

Otherwise, water leakage may occur. ­ Wipe excess moisture from the inside and •

leave the doors open.
Otherwise, odor and mold may develop. ­Take out the right box in the refrigerator after •

removing the guard(LMF-RL22*)

• Service warranty and Modifi cation.
Any changes or modifi cations performed ­by a 3rd party on this fi nished appliance
are not covered under Samsung warranty
service, nor can Samsung be responsible
for safety issues that result from 3rd party
modifi cations.

Do not block air holes.•
If the air holes are blocked, especially with a -

plastic bag, the refrigerator can be over cooled.
If this cooling period lasts too long, the water
fi lter may break and cause water leakage.

If the refrigerator is disconnected from the •
power supply, you should wait for at least fi ve
minutes before plugging it back in.

If you have a long vacation planned or the •
refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of
time, you must empty the refrigerator and pull
out the power plug.

Letting the refrigerator run for a long time ­without using it can cause the insulation to
deteriorate and may cause a fi re.

Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave ­the doors open. Otherwise, odor and mold may
develop.

To get the best performance from the product:•

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Do not place foods too close to the vents at the ­rear of the appliance as it can obstruct free air
circulation in the refrigerator compartment.

Wrap food up properly or place it in airtight ­containers before putting it into the refrigerator.

Fill the water tank, ice tray, and water cubes •
only with potable water.

• If the product is fl ooded, make sure to
contact your nearest service center.

There is a risk of electric shock or fi re. -

CLEANING CAUTIONS

CAUTION

• Do not directly spray water on the inside
or outside the refrigerator.

There is a risk of fi re 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 fi re. -

• Remove any foreign matter or dust from
the power plug pins. Do not use a wet or
damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

Otherwise, there is a risk of fi re or electric ­shock.

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or
making repairs.

Remove all foreign substances such as dust •
or water from the power plug terminals and
contact points using a dry cloth on a regular
basis.

Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry ­cloth.

Failing to do so may result in an electric shock ­or fi re.

Before cleaning or performing maintenance, •
unplug the appliance from the wall socket.

Failing to do so may result in an electric shock ­or fi re.

Do not clean the appliance by spraying water •
directly onto it.

Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean •
the appliance.

This may result in discoloration, deformation, ­damage, electric shock or fi re.

Do not spray infl ammable gas near the •
refrigerator.

There is a risk of explosion or fi re.•
Install the appliance in a cool, dry room with •

adequate ventilation.
Ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight •

and never put it near a direct source of heat
(radiator, for example).

Never block any vents or grilles on the •
appliance. Allow warm food to cool down
before placing it in the appliance.

Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw. You •
can then use the low temperatures of the frozen
products to cool food in the refrigerator.

Do not keep the door of the appliance open for •
too long when putting food in or taking food
out.

The shorter time for which the door is open, the •
less ice will form in the freezer.

Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top •
when installing.

This will help reduce power consumption and •
keep your energy bills lower.

In the event of a power failure, call the local •
offi ce of your Electricity Company and ask how
long it is going to last.

Most power failures that are corrected in an ­hour or two will not affect your refrigerator
temperatures. However, you should minimize
the number of door openings while the power is
off.

But Should the power failure last more than ­24hours, remove all frozen food.

If the key is provided with refrigerator, the keys •
should be kept out of the reach of children and
not be in the vicinity of the appliance.

The appliance might not operate consistently •
(possibility of defrosting of co tents or
temperature becoming too warm in the frozen
food compartment) when sited for an extended
period of time below the cold end of the range
of temperatures for which the refrigerating
appliance is designed.

Do not store food which goes bad easily at low •
temperature, such as bananas, melons.

Your appliance is frost free, which means there •
is no need to manually defrost your appliance,
as this will be carried out automatically.

Temperature rise during defrosting can comply •
with ISO requirements. But If you want to
prevent an undue rise in the temperature of
the frozen food while defrosting the appliance,
please wrap the frozen food up in several layers
of newspaper.

Any increase in temperature of frozen food •
during defrosting can shorten its storage life.

Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed •

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completely.
Install the appliance in a cool, dry room with •

adequate ventilation.
Ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight •

and never put it near a direct source of heat
(radiator, for example).

Never block any vents or grilles on the •
appliance. Allow warm food to cool down
before placing it in the appliance.

Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw. You •
can then use the low temperatures of the frozen
products to cool food in the refrigerator.

Do not keep the door of the appliance open for •
too long when putting food in or taking food
out.

The shorter time for which the door is open, the •
less ice will form in the freezer.

Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top •
when installing.

This will help reduce power consumption and •
keep your energy bills lower.

To get the best energy effi ciency of this product, •
please leave all selves, drawers and baskets on
their original position like as above illustration.

Use only the ice maker provided with the •
refrigerator.

The water supply to this refrigerator must only •
be installed/connected by a suitably qualifi ed
person and connected to a potable water
supply only.

In order to operate the ice maker properly, •
water pressure of 0.1 ~ 0.7 MPa is required.

If you have a long vacation or business trip and •
won’t use water or ice dispensers, close the
water valve.

Otherwise, water leakage may occur. ­Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave •

the doors open.
Otherwise, odor and mold may develop. ­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 allow babies or children go inside the •

drawer.
It can cause death from suffocation by -

entrapment or a personal injury.
Do not sit on the Freezer door. •
The door may be broken and cause a personal -

injury.
To prevent children entrapment, you must •

reinstall the divider using provided screw after

cleaning or other actions if you removed the
divider from the drawer.

When you use this function the energy •
consumption of the refrigerator will increase.

Remember to turn it off when you don’t •
need it and return the freezer to your original
temperature setting.

power freezing

If you need to freeze large amount of food stuff, •
activate Power Freeze function at least 24 hours
before.

CRITICAL DISPOSAL

WARNING

WARNINGS

• 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.
Please dispose of the packaging material for •

this product in an environmentally friendly
manner.

Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of •
the appliance are damaged prior to disposal.

R600a or R134a is used as a refrigerant. •
Check the compressor label on the rear of
the appliance or the rating label inside the
fridge to see which refrigerant is used for
your refrigerator. When this product contains
fl ammable gas(Refrigerant R600a) contact your
local authority in regard to safe disposal of this
product.

Cyclopentane used as an insulation blowing •
gas. The gases in insulation material require
special disposal procedure. Please contact your
local authorities in regard to the environmentally
safe disposal of this product. Ensure that none
of the pipes on the back of the appliances are
damaged prior to disposal. The pipes shall be
broken in the open space.

Fill the water tank, ice tray, water cubes only •
with potable water

R600a or R134a is used as a refrigerant. •
Check the compressor label on the rear of
the appliance or the rating label inside the
fridge to see which refrigerant is used for your
refrigerator. If this product contains fl ammable
gas (Refrigerant R600a), contact your local
authority in regard to safe disposal of this
product.

When disposing of this refrigerator, remove the •

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door/door seals and door latch so that small

en or animals cannot become trapped

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

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 environmentally safe
disposal of this product. Ensure that none of
the pipes on the back of the refrigerator are
damaged prior to disposal.

Be careful that your fi ngers are not

CAUTION

caught in.

contents

SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ……………… 10
OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ……………… 19
TROUBLESHOOTING ……………………………………………………… 28

APPENDIX [HOW TO ASSEMBLY THE HANDLES] ………………… 31

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Setting up your French Door
Refrigerator

GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE
REFRIGERATOR

Congratulations on your purchase of this Samsung
French Door Refrigerator.
We hope you enjoy the state-of-art features and

Selecting the best location for the
refrigerator

A location with easy access to a water supply.•
A location without direct exposure to sunlight.•
A location with a leveled fl oor.•
A location with enough space for the refrigerator •

doors to open easily.
A location that allows suffi cient space to the •

right, left, back and top for air circulation.
A location that allows you to move the •

refrigerator easily if it needs maintenance or
service.

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

Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top •
when installing. This will help reduce power
consumption and keep your energy bills lower.

Do not install the refrigerator where the •
temperature will go below 50 ºF (10 ºC).

Do not locate the refrigerator where it may •
become wet.

29 3/4" (756 mm)

30 1/2" (774 mm)

53 1/2" (1359 mm)

1 3/8" (36 mm)

36 3/4" (934 mm)
34 1/4" (872 mm)

1 3/8" (34 mm)

3 3/8" (87 mm)

21 5/8" (549 mm)

39 5/8" (1007 mm)

66 3/4" (1697 mm)

5/8" (16 mm)

24 5/8" (625 mm)

1 7/8" (48 mm)

48 5/8" (1234 mm)

47” (1194 mm)

15 1/4" (387 mm)

46 1/8" (1171 mm)

61 1/8” (1554 mm)

30 ¼” (770 mm)

When moving your refrigerator

To prevent fl oor damage, be sure the front

CAUTION

If the refrigerator does not have enough space, the
internal cooling system may not work properly.

If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra
space at the back for the water line connections.

When you install the refrigerator next to a fi xed wall,
you need a minimum clearance of 3 ¾” (95 mm)
between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door
to swing open.

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

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adjusting legs are in the up position (above
the fl oor). Refer to ‘Adjusting the Level’ in
the manual (on page 15).

Flat-blade
screwdriver(-)

Control Lever

FLOORING

For proper installation, you must place this
refrigerator on a level, hard surface that is the
same height as the rest of the fl oor. This surface
should be strong enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator, or approximately 286.6 lbs (130 kg).

To protect the fi nish of the fl ooring, cut a large
section of the cardboard carton and place it under
the refrigerator where you are working. When
moving the refrigerator, you need to pull and push
it straight forwards or back. Do not wiggle it from
side to side.

REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
DOORS

Before removing the door/drawer, make sure you
read the following items:

Disconnect power to the refrigerator before

WARNING

removing the door or drawer.

• Be careful not to drop, damage or
scratch the door/drawer while removing
them.

Be careful not to get injured while removing the •
door/drawer.

Reattach the door/drawer properly to avoid: •

Moisture from air leakage. ­Uneven door alignment. ­Wasting energy due to improper door seal. -

Disassembling the fridge door

Be careful not to drop and scratch the

WARNING

doors while removing the doors.

01 SETTING UP

ACCESSORIES AND REQUIRED
TOOLS

The following accessories are included with your
refrigerator:

Hex wrench

Required Tools (Not provided)

You need the following tools to complete the
installation of your refrigerator:

Philips

screwdriver(+)

Pliers

Flat-blade screw

driver(-)

Allen wrench

(3/16”) (5 mm)

Socket wrench

(10 mm)

Remove the 3 screws holding down the top 1.
table and remove it.

Top Table

Disconnect electric wire on the top of the 2.
refrigerator.

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Remove the 3 hex bolts that hold the hinge on 3.
the top of the refrigerator with the 10mm socket
wrench.

Socket wrench

Remove the screw that holds the ground wire 4.
with a philips screwdriver(+).

ground wire

Separate the hinge from the electric wire and 5.
ground wire as shown above.

Separate the cap on the middle hinge.7.

Remove the screw attached to the left and right 8.
middle hinges with a philips screwdriver(+).
Remove the 2 hex head bolts attached to
the left and right middle hinges with an allen
wrench(3/16”).

Middle Hinge

Allen wrench

Lift the door straight up to remove.6.
Be careful not to drop and scratch the doors
while removing them.

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Disassembling the freezer door

After opening the Freezer door, lift the drawer 1.
box.

Remove 4 hex head bolt from both sides with

2.

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3.

Remove 4 hex head bolts from both sides with
a socket wrench(10 mm).

Place the hole in the bottom of the left d oor 4.
over the middle hinge.

01 SETTING UP

Reassembling the fridge door

Insert and tighten the screw into the left and 1.
right middle hinges with a philips screwdriver(+).

Insert and tighten the 2 hex head bolts into the 2.
left and right middle hinges with an allen
wrench(3/16”).

Replace the middle hinge cap.3.

Position the top table in place. Insert and 5.
tighten the 3 screws into the top table with a
philips screwdriver(+).

Top Table

Insert the left upper hinge shaft into the hole on 6.
the corner of the fridge door.

Insert the upper hinges into the holes at the top 7.
of the door.
Insert and tighten the 3 hex head bolts into the
left and right upper hinges with a socket
wrench.

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Insert and tighten the ground screw into the left 8.

Slot

and right upper hinges with a philips
screwdriver(+).

ground wire

Connect the electronic wire on the top of the 9.
refrigerator.

Reassembling the freezer door

Pull out the rails to the full length on each sidle 1.
of the cabinet evenly.

With the 10mm wrench, reattach 4 bolts to 3.
connect the rail with the door.

With the drawer pulled out fully, insert the 4.
drawer box into the rail system.

Be careful not to scratch or dent the sliding

CAUTION

Make sure that you mount the freezer

CAUTION

basket in the right position when removing
/ installing the freezer door. Failing to do
so may result in the door not opening or
closing properly.

Hang the freezer door front onto open slot on 2.
the sides.

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ADJUSTING THE LEVEL

DOWN

UP

fl at-blade
screwdriver(-)

Control Lever

Adjustment part

Fixed part

Make sure the refrigerator is level so that you can
make fi nal adjustments. Use a level to test if the
refrigerator is level both side to side and back to
front. If the refrigerator is not level, it will not be
possible to get the doors perfectly even, which
may cause moisture condensation and increased
energy bills. Below is an example of how to level
the refrigerator if the left side of the refrigerator is
lower than the right side.

How to adjust the level

Open the freezer drawer and remove the lower 1.
basket.
Insert a fl at-blade screwdriver (-) into a notch 2.
on the left control lever, and turn it count
clockwise to level the refrigerator. (You turn the
lever clockwise to lower the refrigerator and
counterclockwise to raise it.)

fl at-blade
screwdriver(-)

CAUTION

Both control levers must be touching the
fl oor to avoid possible personal injury or
property damage because of tipping.

If the right side is lower, perform the same
procedure, but with the right control lever.

Control Lever

MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS
BETWEEN DOORS

Remember, a leveled refrigerator is necessary
for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need
help, review the previous section on leveling the
refrigerator.

Fixed part

The left door is fi xed. To make minor
adjustments between doors, adjust only the
right door.

Pull out the freezer drawer ( 1. 1 ), then you can
see the lower hinge ( 2 ).
Insert the supplied allen wrench (3/16”) ( 2. 3 ) into
the shaft ( 4 ) of the lower hinge.
Please adjust the height by turning the 3.
hex wrench ( 3 ) clockwise (
counterclockwise (

When you turn the hex wrench counter­clockwise(

1

UP

), the door will move up.

2

4

Adjustment part

DOWN

) or

).

3

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3

It is diffi cult to remove the cover leg
front from the refrigerator, so 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.

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INSTALLATION OF THE WATER

90 degree

1. Cold Water line

2. Pipe Clamp.

3. Plastic line

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Packing Nut

7. Shut Off Valve

8. Filter Cartridge

9. Cartridge Holder

Incorrect

Correct

LINE

Before You Install the water line

The water line installation is not warranted by •
the refrigerator manufacturer.
So before you install the water line, read the
whole steps for installing and follow these
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of
expensive water damage.

Banging pipes (water banging in the pipes) in •
house plumbing can cause damage to fridge
parts and lead to water leakage or fl ooding.
Call a qualifi ed plumber to correct the problem
before installing the water supply line to the
fridge.

To prevent burns and product damage, do not •
hook up the water line to the hot water line.

Do not install the water line in areas where •
temperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as •
a power drill) during installation, be sure the
device is insulated or wired in a manner to
prevent electric shock.

All installations must be in a accordance with •
local plumbing code requirements.

• Water line Kit and water fi lter are not
covered by Samsung’s Warranty. The
manufacturer (or dealer, installer) of them
is responsible for any defects and all the
loss caused by water fi lter & water line
kit.

The fi lter should be replaced according to •
manufacturer (or dealer)’s instruction.

To order additional water fi lters, please contact •
the manufacturer (or dealer) of the fi lter.

Using the water fi lter (not provided)

Connecting to water supply line

Shut off the main water supply line and turn the •
Ice maker to the off position.

Locate the nearest cold drinking water line.•
Follow the instructions in the water fi lter •

installation kit.
After connecting the water supply line to the •

Cartridge Holder inlet and installing the Filter
Cartridge (insert plastic line in fully).

Turn on water supply and Flush 3 gallons •
through fi lter before use (fl ush approximately 6
minutes)

1. Cold Water line

2. Pipe Clamp.

3. Plastic line

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Packing Nut

7. Shut Off Valve

8. Filter Cartridge

9. Cartridge Holder

90 degree

• The water fi lter must be installed outside
the refrigerator.
It is not provided with your new
refrigerator. The fi lter cartridge (8) and
holder (9) kit can be purchased from
the retailer where you purchased this
refrigerator.

Do not use copper line.•
Cut the tubing, making sure the ends are •

square and clean.

Incorrect

There are several items that you need to purchase

Correct

to complete this connection.
You may fi nd these items sold as a kit at your local

hardware store.

Use Copper Tubing Use Plastic Tubing

¼” copper tubing•
¼” compression nut •
(1pc)
Ferrule (2pc)•

¼” plastic tubing •
Molded end(Bulb)
¼” compression nut •
(1pc)

Connect the water line to the fridge

Connect the plastic line on the back of your •
fridge to the cartridge holder outlet (fully insert
the plastic line to the cartridge holder outlet).

Insert plastic clip to the cartridge holder inlet •
and outlet.

Turn water on and check for any leakage.•

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Cartridge

Cartridge

Holder

Clip

Filter
cartridge

Plastic line
(Purchased)

1. Cold Water line

2. Pipe Clamp.

3. Plastic line

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Packing Nut.

7. Shut Off Valve

Household water line

Compression
Nut (1/4”)
(Purchased)

Compression
fi tting
(Purchased)

Compression
Nut (1/4”)
(Purchased)

Bulb

Plastic Tubing

(Purchased)

(Not supplied)

(Not supplied)

Copper tubing or Plastic tubing

Refrigerator

Ferrule

(Purchased)

Holder

Plastic line
(Purchased)

• You can purchase the necessary fi lter
cartridge at the retailer where you
purchased this refrigerator.

Clip

Filter
cartridge

Water line must be connected to drinkable •
water only

When pushing the Refrigerator back, make •
sure you don’t roll over the power cord or water
line(Icemaker supply line)

To use without the water fi lter

Connecting to the water supply line

Shut off the main water supply line and turn the •
Ice maker to the off position.

Locate the nearest cold water drinking line. •

1. Cold Water line

2. Pipe Clamp.

3. Plastic line

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Packing Nut.

7. Shut Off Valve

Connect the water line to the fridge

Slip the compression nut through the plastic 1.
tubing.
After inserting the compression nut into plastic 2.
tubing, tighten the compression nut onto 1/4”
compression fi tting (Purchased).

Household water line

Copper tubing or Plastic tubing

(Not supplied)

Ferrule

(Purchased)

Plastic Tubing

(Purchased)

Do not overtighten the compression nut.

Using Copper Tubing•
Slip the compression nut and ferrule on copper -

tubing as shown.
Using Plastic Tubing•
Insert the molded end(Bulb) of the plastic tubing -

into the compression fi tting.

Do not use without the molded end(Bulb) of

CAUTION

the plastic tubing.

Tighten the compression nut onto the 3.
compression fi tting.
Turn water on and check for any leakage.4.

• You can purchase the necessary fi lter
cartridge at the retailer where you
purchased this refrigerator.

Water line must be connected to drinkable •
water only.

When pushing the Refrigerator back, make sure •
you don’t roll over the power cord or water line
(Icemaker supply line).

(Not supplied)

Refrigerator

Compression
Nut (1/4”)
(Purchased)

Bulb

Compression
fi tting
(Purchased)

Compression
Nut (1/4”)
(Purchased)

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Do not use without the molded end (Bulb)

CAUTION

of the plastic tubing ( B ).

Tighten the compression nut ( 1. B ) onto the
compression fi tting.
Do not over-tighten the compression nut ( B ) .
Turn water on and check for any leakage. If you 2.
fi nd water drops or leakage in the connection
areas, turn off the main water supply. Check
the connections and, if necessary, tighten.
Flush 1 gallon of water through the fi lter before 3.
drinking or using the water from the refrigerator.
(Flush approximately 6 minutes.) To fl ush, press
a large glass or cup against the water dispenser
lever. Fill the glass, empty it into the kitchen sink
after it is fi lled, and then repeat.
After you turn on the refrigerator, let the ice 4.
maker make ice for 1 to 2 days. Over that
period of time, throw out the fi rst 1 or 2 buckets
of ice the freezer makes to ensure all impurities
have been removed from the water line.

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.

COMPLETING THE SET UP

Now that you have your new refrigerator installed
in place, you are ready to set up and enjoy the
features and functions of the appliance.
By completing the following steps, your refrigerator
should be fully operational.

Make sure your refrigerator is in an appropriate 1.
location with reasonable clearance between it
and the wall. Refer to installation instructions in
this manual.
Once the refrigerator is plugged in, make sure 2.
the interior light comes on when you open the
doors.
Set the Temperature control to the coldest 3.
temperature and wait for an hour. The freezer
will get slightly chilled and the motor will run
smoothly. Reset the refrigerator and freezer to
the temperatures you want.
After you plug the refrigerator in, it will take a 4.
few hours to reach the appropriate temperature.
You can store food and drinks in the refrigerator
after the temperature is suffi ciently cool.

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Operating your French Door

[RF221, RF220]

[RL225]

[RL220]

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4

6

5

Refrigerator

CHECKING THE CONTROL PANEL

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Fridge

( 3 )
Energy Saver

( 4 )
Ice Off

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[RL225]

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[RL220]

6

Press the Freezer button to set the freezer temperature between colder and coldest.
Press and hold the Freezer button for 3 seconds to activate Power Freezer function which
speeds up the freezing process in the freezer.

Press the Fridge button to set the Fridge temperature between cold and coldest.

For better energy effi ciency, press the Energy Saver button. If condensation occurs on the
doors, turn the Energy Saver Button function off.

If you don’t want to make more ice, Press the Ice Off button. The LED will light up and the
Ice-Maker stops making ice.

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5

( 5 )
Alarm On/Off

( 6 )
Power Freeze

Press the Alarm On/Off button to turn the door open alarm on and off.

Press this button to activate Power Freezer function which speeds up the freezing process in
the freezer.

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USING THE CONTROL PANEL

Freezer/Fridge (Temperature
adjustment)

Press the Freezer or Fridge button until the desired
temperature is set. For lower temperature, press
the Freezer or Fridge button until more LED lights
(coldest). For higher temperature, press the Freezer
or Fridge button until less LED lights (colder).
Each time you press the Freezer or Fridge button,
temperature indicator will change in below order.

Power Freeze

RF221 / RF220 / RL225

This icon will light up when you activate
the Power Freeze function. Power Freeze
function generates cool air for 50 hours
continuously and it makes the inside of
the refrigerator cool faster. This function is
useful when you make ice more quickly.
When you have enough, just press and hold
the Freeze (Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze)
button again for 3 seconds to cancel the
Power Freeze function.

RL220

This icon will light up when you activate
the Power Freeze function. Power Freeze
function generates cool air for 50 hours
continuously and it makes the inside of
the refrigerator cool faster. When you have
enough, just press the Power Freeze button
again to cancel the Power Freeze function.

When you use this function the energy
consumption of the refrigerator may
increase. Remember to turn it o when you
do not need it and return the freezer to your
original temperature setting.

Ice Off

This LED will light up when you activate the Ice O
function. In this case, the ice will not be produced.

Alarm On/Off

If the door alarm is set to On, an alarm beeps if any
refrigerator door is left open for more than three
minutes. The beeping stops when you close the
door. The door alarm function is pre-set to On in
the factory. You can turn it o by touching and then
releasing this button. You can turn it back on in the
same fashion. The LED lights up when the function
is on.

Canceling cooling off mode (Freezer/
Fridge Temperature Indicator moving)

Cooling o function is for store display, and
it makes the refrigerator not to generate
cool air. (Only for product sold in U.S)

[RF221, RF220]

①

[RL225]

①

[RL220]

①

①

①

①

Energy Saver

This LED will light up when you activate the Energy
Saver function. The Energy Saver function is
automatically set to “ON” when power is supplied
to the Refrigerator. If condensation occurs on the
doors, turn the Energy Saver function o.

In some places, water drop may be
generated on the door part. In this case,
it is recommended to turn o the Energy

In case of Cooling o Mode, refrigerator

CAUTION

may seem like working but it does not
make cool air. To cancel this mode, press
the “Cooling O Key” at the same time for 5
seconds until “Ding-dong” sounds.

COOLING OFF KEY

RF221, RF220, RL225 Model : ­Ice Off + Freezer Key
RL220 Model : ­Power Freeze + Freezer Key

saver function.

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Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

PUSH

IMPORTANT:

The pressure of the water supply coming out of a
reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet
valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35
and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa).

If a reverse osmosis water fi ltration system is
connected to your cold water supply, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to
be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa.) If
the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system
is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

Check to see whether the sediment fi lter in the •
reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace
the fi lter if necessary.

Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis •
system to refi ll after heavy usage.

If your refrigerator has a water fi lter, it may •
further reduce the water pressure when used
in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system.
Remove the water fi lter.

If you have questions about your water pressure,
call a licensed, qualifi ed plumber.

USING THE COLD WATER
DISPENSER

Using the Water dispenser (RF221**)

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 installed a new
water fi lter, Flush 11 L through fi lter before use (fl ush
approximately 6 minutes). Make sure water fl ows
cleanly before drinking.

If you have a long vacation or business trip,

CAUTION

close the water valve and shut off the water
supply to the Refrigerator. This will help
prevent accidental leakages.

Water clouding phenomenon

All water provided to refrigerators fl ows
through the core fi lter which is an alkaline
water fi lter. In this process, the pressure in
the water that has fl owed out of the fi lter
gets increased, and oxygen and nitrogen
become saturated. When this water fl ows
out in the air, the pressure plummets and
the oxygen and nitrogen get supersaturated
so that they turn into gas bubbles. The
water could look misty due to these oxygen
bubbles.The water may look temporarily
cloudy due to these oxygen bubbles. After
a few seconds, the water will look clear.

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PUSH

02 OPERATING

The water tank’s capacity is approximately
1 L.

Please wait 1 second before removing the
cup after dispensing water to prevent spills.

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PARTS AND FEATURES

Section

Fruit Drawers

Light

Drawer Bin

Dispenser (RF221**)

some models)

Fruit Drawers

FZ Ice-Maker

GLASS SHELF

Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the refrigerator

LAMP

Vertical Hinged

Internal Water

Dispenser (RF221**)

Vegetable &

Fruit Drawers

Section

Light

FZ Ice-Maker

QUICK-SPACE
GLASS SHELF

Vegetable &

Fruit Drawers

FZ Ice-Maker

(OPTION -RL225*)

Ice Bucket

Ice Bucket

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Door Bins

Freezer
Drawer Bin

LAMP

Freezer Drawer Bin

When closing the door, make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid
scratching the other door.

If the Vertical Hinged Section is reversed, put it back to the right position and close the door.
Moisture may appear at times on the Vertical Hinged Section.
The door handle may become loose over time. If this happens, tighten the bolts found on the

inside of the door.
If you close one door with a lot of force, the other door may open.

When the interior or exterior LED lamp has gone out, please contact your service agents.

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REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
ACCESSORIES

1. Door Bins

Door Bins•

To remove - Simply lift the bin up and pull straight
out.

To relocate - Slide it in above the desires location
and push down until it stops.

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Do not allow children to play with bins. Sharp
corners of the bins may cause injury.

Do not adjust a bin full of food.

CAUTION

Remove the food fi rst.

Dust removal method - Remove the guard and
wash in water.

3. Vegetable & Fruit Drawers

To remove - Pull the drawer out to full extension.
Tilt up the front of the drawer and pull straight out.

To relocate - Insert the drawer into the frame rails
and push back into place.

The drawers need to be removed before

CAUTION

the glass shelf above them can be lifted
out.

4. Pantry

To remove the Pantry – Pull the pantry out to full
extension. Tilt up the front side of the pantry and
pull straight out.

Using the doors

Ensure that the doors close all the way and are
securely sealed.

When the refrigerator door is only partially open, it
will automatically close. But, the door will stay open
when opened more than the auto close range and
you must close it manually.

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2. Tempered Glass shelves

To remove - Tilt up the front of the shelf in the
direction shown ( 1 ) and lift it up vertically ( 2 ). Pull
the shelf out.

To relocate - Tilt the front of the shelf up and
guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired
height. Then lower the front of the shelf so that the
hooks can drop into the slots.

The Tempered Glass shelves are heavy.

CAUTION

Use special care when removing them.

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REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
ACCESSORIES

1. ICE BUCKET

To remove - Lift the ice bucket ( 1 ).
To relocate - Place the ice bucket into the Super
extended drawer ( 2 ).

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2. Super Extended Drawer

To remove - Pull the drawer out to full extension.
Tilt up the rear of the drawer and lift straight out.

To relocate - Place the drawer onto the rails ( 4 )
by tilting it up. Lower the drawer into place until it is
horizontal and slide the Drawer ( 3 ) in.

4

3

3. Freezer Drawer

To remove the freezer drawer - Pull the freezer
drawer out fully. Tilt up the rear of the bin and lift it
out to remove.

To relocate the freezer drawer - Place the bin
into the rail assembly.

CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR

Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator
prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep
the refrigerator free of odor and germs.

Cleaning the Interior

Clean the inside walls and accessories with a mild
detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. You
can remove the drawers and shelves for a more
thorough cleaning. Just make sure to dry drawers
and shelves before putting them back into place.

Do not allow babies or children go inside

CAUTION

the freezer drawer. 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 drawer.

Do not remove the divider.

CAUTION

If trapped inside, children may be injured or

WARNING

suffocate to death.

Cleaning the Exterior

Wipe the control panel and digital display with a
damp, clean, soft cloth. Do not spray water directly
on the surface of the refrigerator.

The doors, handles and cabinet surfaces should be
cleaned with a mild detergent and then wiped dry
with a soft cloth. To keep your appliance looking its
best, polish the exterior once or twice a year.

Do not spray water directly on the

CAUTION

refrigerator. Use a clean, damp cloth to
clean.

Do not use benzene, thinner, or Clorox for

CAUTION

cleaning. They may damage the surface of
the appliance and may cause a fi re.

You can erase the printed

CAUTION

letters on the display if you
apply stainless cleaner directly
to the area where the letters are
printed.

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If the rubber door seals are dirty, the doors may
not close properly, and the refrigerator will not
operate effi ciently. Keep the door seals free of
dust or stains by cleaning the doors with a mild
detergent and damp cloth. Wipe dry with a clean,
soft cloth.

Do not clean the refrigerator with benzene,

CAUTION

thinner, or car detergent due to risk of fi re.

Cleaning the rear side of the refrigerator

To keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and
dirt accumulation.

Vacuum the rear side of the appliance once or
twice a year.

Do not remove the back cover ( 1 ).

CAUTION

You could suffer an electric shock.

1

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FOOD STORAGE TIPS

Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips

DAIRY PRODUCTS

Butter 2-3 Weeks 6-9 Months Wrap or cover tightly.

Check date code. Most milk and similar products

Milk 1-2 Weeks Not recommended

Cream Cheese, cheese
food, and cheese spread

Hard Cheese
(unopened)

Hard Cheese (opened) 2 Months Not recommended
Cottage Cheese 10-15 Days Not recommended
Cream 7-10 Days 2 Months Check date code. Most yogurt, creams, and
Sour Cream 2 Weeks Not recommended

Cream Dips (opened) 1 Week Not recommended

Yogurt 10-14 Days Not recommended
Frozen Yogurt na 2 Months

EGGS

Eggs (uncooked) 3-4 Weeks Not recommended

Eggs (cooked) 1 Week Not recommended Store in covered container

Leftover egg dishes 3-4 Days Not recommended Store in covered container

FRESH FRUITS

Apples 1 Month Not recommended

Bananas 2-4 Days Not recommended
Peaches, Melons, Pears,

Avocados
Berries and Cherries 2-3 Days 12 Months

Apricots 3-5 Days Not recommended

Grapes 2-5 Days na

Pineapple (un-cut) 2-3 Days Not recommended

Pineapple (cut) 5-7 Days 6-12 Months

Citrus 1-2 Weeks Not recommended Store uncovered.

Juice 6 Days Not recommended

Frozen Juice Thawing only 12 Months Check date code. Do not re-freeze.

FISH AND SHELLFISH

2-4 Weeks Not recommended

3-4 Months 6 Months

3-5 Days Not recommended

are sold in date-coded cartons that indicate a
products’s peak freshness. Re-seal with cap or
wrap tightly. Do not return unused portions to
original container.

Check date code. Keep all cheese tightly packed
in moisture proof wrap

similar products are sold in date-coded cartons
that indicate a product’s peak freshness. Re-seal
or cover tightly. Do not return unused portions to
original container.

Check date code. Keep covered.

Check date code. Store eggs in coldest part of
refrigerator and in their original container.

If storing in refrigerator, do not wash fruit before
storing. Store in moisture resistant bags or
containers. Wrap cut fruits. Some fruits darken
when refrigerated.

Check date code and re-seal in original container.
Do not return unused portions to original
container.

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Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips

Fish

Fatty Fish (macker
trout, salmon)

Lean Fish (cod, fl ounder,
etc)

Frozen or Breaded na 3 Months

Shellfi sh

Shrimp (uncooked) 1-2 Days 12 Months
Crab 3-5 Days 10 Months

Cooked Fish or Shellfi sh 2-3 Days 3 Months

MEAT
Fresh, Uncooked

Chops 2-4 Days 6-12 Months

Ground 1 Day 3-4 Months

Roast 2-4 Days 6-12 Months

Bacon 1-2 Weeks 1-2 Months
Sausage 1-2 Days 1-2 Months

Steak 2-4 Days 6-9 Months

Poultry 1 Day 12 Months
Lunch meat 3-5 Days 1 Month

Cooked

Meat 2-3 Days 2-3 Months
Poultry 2-3 Days 4-5 Months

Ham 1-2 weeks 1-2 Months

el,

1-2 Days 2-3 Months

1-2 Days 6 Months

Keep in original wrapper and store in coldest
part of refrigerator. Package in vapor-proof and
moisture proof wrap for freezer. Freeze at 0 ºF(or

-18 °C ). Thaw in refrigerator or check date code.
Freeze in original packaging.

To freeze, package in vapor-proof and moisture­proof container.

Check date code for use. Store in coldest part
of refrigerator in original packaging. Package in
moisture-proof and vapor-proof container for
freezing. Recommended refrigerator temperature
33 ºF to 36 ºF (or 1 °C to 2 °C ) and freezer
temperature 0 ºF to 2 ºF (or -18 °C to -16 °C )

Check date code for use. Store in coldest part
of refrigerator in original packaging. Package in
moisture-proof and vapor-proof container for
freezing.

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Sources:

American Meat Institute Foundation. 1994. Yellow pages: answers to predictable questions consumers
ask about meat and poultry. American Meat Institute Food Marketing Institute. 1999. The food keeper.
Food Marketing Institute, Washington, D.C. Freeland-Graves, J.H. and G.C. Peckham. 1996. Foundations
of food preparation, 6th ed. Prentice-Hall, Inc. Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Hillers, V.N. 1993. Storing foods at
home. Washington State University Cooperative Extension, Pullman, WA. Publ. EB 1205.

National Restaurant Association. 2001. Be cool-chill out! Refrigerate promptly. National Restaurant
Association Education Foundation¼s International Food Safety Council, Washington, D.C. USDA. 1997.
Basics for handling food safely. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service,
Washington, D.C.

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troubleshooting

PROBLEM SOLUTION

The refrigerator does not
work at all or it does not
chill suffi ciently.

The food in the fridge is
frozen.

You hear unusual noise or
sounds.

The cabinet-door sealing
area of the appliance is
hot and condensation is
occurring.

Ice Maker is not producing
ice.

You can hear water
bubbling in the refrigerator.

There is a bad smell in the
refrigerator.

Frost forms on the walls of
the freezer.

Water dispenser is not
functioning.

Auto close system does not
work with the freezer door.

Check that the power plug is properly connected.•
Check if the set temperature on the digital display is warmer than the freezer or •
fridge inner temperature. If it is, set the refrigerator colder.
Is the refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source?•
Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall, preventing proper •
ventilation?

Check if the set temperature on the digital display is too low.•
Try setting the refrigerator to a warmer temperature.•
Is the temperature in the room too low? Set the refrigerator warmer.•
Did you store the food which is juicy in the coldest part of the refrigerator? Try •
moving those items to the other shelves in the fridge instead of keeping them in
the colder areas or bins.

Check that the refrigerator is level and stable.•
Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall, preventing proper •
ventilation?
Try moving the back of the refrigerator at least 2 inches from the wall.
Was anything dropped behind or under the refrigerator?•
A “ticking” sound is heard from inside the refrigerator. It is normal and occurs •
because various accessories are contracting or expanding according to the
temperature of the refrigerator interior.
If it sounds as if something is hitting something else inside the refrigerator, this •
is normal. The sound is caused by the compressor operating at high capacity.

Some heat is normal as anti-condensators are installed in the vertical hinged •
section of the refrigerator to prevent condensation.
Is the refrigerator door ajar? Condensation can occur when you leave the door •
open for a long time.

Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before •
making ice?
Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve opened?•
Did you manually stop the ice making function?•
Is the freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the freezer temperature lower.•

This is normal. The bubbling comes from refrigerant circulating through the •
refrigerator.

Check for spoiled food.•
Foods with strong odors (for example, fi sh) should be tightly covered.•
Clean out your freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspicious •
food.

Is the air vent blocked? Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely.•
Allow suffi cient space between the stored foods for effi cient air circulation.•
Is the freezer drawer closed properly?•

Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve opened?•
Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked?•
Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction.•
Is the water tank frozen because the fridge temperature is too low?•
Try selecting a warmer setting on the Digital display.

Is there an imbalance between the right and left parts of the door?•
Open and close the door smoothly 1~2 times. After you do this, the auto close •
system usually works properly again.
Try opening the door smoothly to avoid unbalancing the right part and the left •
part of the door.

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Warranty(USA)

WARRANTY ON SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR

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 to be defective, at our option and at no charge as stipulated
herein, with new or reconditioned parts during the limited warranty period specifi ed 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 fi nish; accidents, abuse, neglect, fi re,
water, 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, fl uctuations 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 fi lters and light.

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. NOR 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 specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty service, please contact Samsung at:

SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road Ridgefi eld Park, NJ 07660
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) and www.samsung.com

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