Samsung RF263BEAE SERIES User Manual

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02_ Safety information

safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION

Read technical instruction before installing the•
refrigerator.

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 dier 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:

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in

severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in

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.

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.

CE Notice

This product has been determined to be in
compliance with the Low Voltage Directive
(2006/95/ EC), the Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Eco-Design
Directive (2009/125/EC) implemented by Regulation
(EC) No 643/2009 of the European Union.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR TRANSPORTATION
AND SITE

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

When this product contains fl ammable gas •
(Refrigerant R600a),

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

In order to avoid the creation of a fl ammable ­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.

Never start up an appliance showing any signs ­of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.
The room where the refrigerator will be sited
must be 1 m³ in size for every 8 g of R600a
refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of
refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown
on the identifi cation plate inside the appliance.

If the appliance contains isobutane refrigerant ­(R600a), a natural gas with high environmental
compatibility that is, however, also combustible.
When transporting and installing the appliance,
care should be taken to ensure that no parts of
the refrigerating circuit are damaged.

WARNING

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• Read instructions before starting the refrigerator.

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SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR INSTALLATION

• 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 place this refrigerator in direct sunlight •

or expose to the heat from stoves, room
heaters or other appliances.

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

There is a risk of electric shock or 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 use aerosols near the refrigerator.•
Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause -

an explosion or fi re.

• 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.

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

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 a cause fi re or an
electric shock.

Make sure that the power plug is not squashed •
or damaged by the back of the refrigerator.

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

This constitutes a fi re hazard. -

WARNING

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

• 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.

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. ­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.
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.

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

Improper use of the ground plug can result in ­an electric shock.

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

The fuse on the refrigerator must be changed •
by a qualifi ed technician or service company.

Failing to do so may result in an electric shock ­or personal injury.

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04_ Safety information

CAUTION SIGNS FOR
INSTALLATION

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

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

B) To get Best performance from the product,•

1) Do not place foods too closely in front of ­the vents at the rear of the appliance as it
can obstruct free air circulation in the freezer
compartment.

2) Wrap the food up properly or place it in ­airtight containers before putting it into the
fridge or freezer.

3) Do not put any newly introduced food for ­freezing near to already existing food.

C) Do not place glass or bottles or carbonated •
beverages into the freezer.

The container may freeze and break, and this ­may result in injury.

D) Please observe maximum storage times and •
expiry dates of frozen goods.

E) There is no need to disconnect the •
refrigerator 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.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR USING

• Do not insert the power plug with wet
hands.

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

a container fi lled with water on the refrigerator.
If spilled, there is a risk of fi re or 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 a personal injury and/or
material damage.

Do not put items fi lled with water on the •
refrigerator.

If spilled, there is a risk of fi re or electric shock. ­Do not let children hang on the door.

Failure to do so may cause serious personal ­injury.

Do not leave the doors of the refrigerator open •

CAUTION

WARNING

while the refrigerator is unattended and do not
let children enter inside the refrigerator.

Do not allow babies or children go inside the •
drawer.

It can cause death from suffocation by ­entrapment or 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 screws after
cleaning or other actions if you removed the
divider from the drawer.

Never put fi ngers or other objects into the •
dispenser hole.

Failure to do so may cause personal injury or ­material damage.

Do not store volatile or fl ammable substances •
such as benzene, thinner, alcohol, ether or LP
gas in the refrigerator.

The storage of any of such products may ­cause an explosion.

Do not store low temperature-sensitive •
pharmaceutical products, scientifi c materials
or other low 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 appliance inside •
the refrigerator/freezer, unless they are of a
type recommended by the manufacturer.
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.

Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the •
refrigerator. Do not place a lighted candle in
the refrigerator for removing bad odors.

This may result in an electric shock or fi re. ­Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or •

products stored in the freezer with wet hands.
This may cause frostbite. ­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.•

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

Bottles should be stored tightly together so •

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Safety information _05

that they do not fall out.
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane •

gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate immediately
without touching the power plug. Do not touch
the appliance or power cord.

Do not use a ventilating fan. ­A spark may result in an explosion or fi re. ­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. 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 attempt to repair, disassemble,
or modify the appliance yourself.

Do not use any fuse(such as cooper, steel wire, ­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 the appliance generates a strange
noise, a burning or smell or smoke,
unplug the power plug immediately and
contact your nearest service center.

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

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

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

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

If any dust or water is in the refrigerator, pull •
out power plug and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.

Otherwise there is a risk of fi re. ­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. -

CAUTION SIGNS FOR
USING

• To get best performance from the
product,

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

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

Do not put any newly introduced food for ­freezing near to already existing food.

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 and property
damage.

Do not change or modify the functionality of •
the refrigerator.

Changes or modifi cations may result in a ­personal injury and/or property damage. Any
changes or modifi cations performed by a
3rd party on this completed appliance are
neither covered under Samsung warranty
service, nor is Samsung responsible for safety
issues and damages 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.

Please observe maximum storage times and •
expiry dates of frozen goods.

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

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 138~862 kPa(1.4~8.8 kgf/
cm

3

) is required.

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.

CAUTION

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06_ Safety information

CAUTION SIGNS
FOR CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE

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

There is a risk of fi re or electric shock. ­Do not use or place any substances sensitive •

to temperature such as infl ammable sprays,
infl ammable objects, dry ice, medicine, or
chemicals near 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.

Products that require strict temperature ­controls must not be stored in the refrigerator
If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull
out power plug immediately and contact your
Samsung Electronics service center 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.

Do not spray cleaning products directly on the •
display.

Printed letters on the display may come off. ­Remove any foreign matter or dust from the •

power plug pins. But do not use a wet or
damp cloth when cleaning the plug, remove
any foreign material or dust from the power
plug pins.

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

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

It may cause a personal injury or material ­damage.

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning
and performing maintenance.

CAUTION

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR DISPOSAL

• 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
refrigerator 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 is 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.

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. Leave the shelves in
place so that children may not easily climb
inside.

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.

Please dispose of the packaging material for •
this product in an environmentally friendly
manner.

WARNING

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ADDITIONAL TIPS FOR
PROPER USAGE

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 within ­an hour or two will not affect your refrigerator
temperatures. However, you should minimize
the number of door openings while the power
is off.

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

If keys are provided with the 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 temperature becoming too warm
in the refrigerator) when sited for an extended
period of time below the cold end of the range
of temperature for which the refrigerating
appliance is designed.

Do not store food which spoils 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.

Saving Energy Tips

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.

Clean the rear of the refrigerator regularly. Dust ­increases energy consumption.

Do not set temperature colder than necessary. ­Ensure suffi cient air exhaust at the refrigerator -

base and at the back wall of the refrigerator.
Do not cover air vent openings.

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.

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08_ Safety information

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 ­completely.

Contains fl uorinated greenhouse gases ­covered by the Kyoto Protocol.

Hermetically sealed system. ­Do not vent gases into the atmosphere. ­Refrigerant type: R-134a -

Quantity: 0.16 Kg
Global Warming Potential (GWP) = 1300

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.

contents

SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ………………………………… 09

OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR …………………………………… 15

TROUBLESHOOTING ………………………………………………………………………… 26

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setting up _09

01 SETTING UP

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.

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 (10 ºC).

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

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.

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

need it and return the freezer to your original
temperature setting power freezing

- If you need to freeze large amount of food

24 hours before.
To get more space , you can remove top •

and mechanical characteristics. A declared
storage volume of frozen food storage
compartment is calculated with these drawers
removed.

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

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

When moving your refrigerator

To prevent fl oor damage, be sure the front
adjusting legs are in the up position (above
the fl oor). Refer to ‘Adjusting the Level’ in
the manual (on page 12).

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 150 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

CAUTION

50 mm

50 mm

50 mm

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86 mm

908 mm

1324 mm

745 mm545 mm

475 mm

1220 mm

- Remember to turn it off when you don´t

10_ setting up

it straight forwards or back. Do not wiggle it from
side to side.

REMOVING THE
REFRIGERATOR DOORS

For some installations you need to remove the
fridge and freezer drawers so you can move the
refrigerator to its fi nal location. Do not remove
the doors/drawer if you don’t need to. If you do
not need to remove the refrigerator doors, go to
Adjusting the Level on page 12. If you need to
remove the doors. continue below.
Before removing the door/drawer, make sure you

read the following items:

Required Tools (Not provided)

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

Philips

screwdriver(+)

Flat-blade screw

driver(-)

Socket wrench

(10 mm)

Pliers

Allen wrench

(5 mm)

Disconnect power to the refrigerator before
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. -

WARNING

Disassemble the refrigerator doors

Be careful not to drop and scratch the
doors while removing the doors.

With the door opened

Remove 3 screws holding down the TOP 1.
TABLE ( 1 ) and turn it with wires connected.

Disconnect two connector ( 2. 2 ) on the left side
door. To remove the water coupler from the
hinge, twist and pull it from the hinge. Remove
the water line ( 3 ) while pressing the marked
part ( 4 ) of the water line coupler.

If a red clip is on the coupler, it must be
removed before removing the tube.

Pull and remove the hinge lever ( 3. 5 ) . Remove
the ground screw ( 6 ) attached to the upper
left door hinges with a philips screwdriver (+).
Remove the upper left and right door hinges
( 7 ).

WARNING

CAUTION

1

2

3

4

Red Clip

Red Clip

(1/4")

(1/4")

5

6

7

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setting up _11

01 SETTING UP

Lift the door straight up to remove.4.

Remove the screw (5. 8 ) attached to the
lower left and right door hinges with a philips
screwdriver (+). Remove the 2 hex head bolts
( 9 ) attached to the lower left and right door
hinges with an allen wrench. Remove the lower
left and right door hinges ( 10 ).

REATTACHING THE
REFRIGERATOR DOORS

To reattach the fridge doors after you have moved
the fridge to its fi nal location, assemble parts in
reverse order.

The Water Line must be fully Inserted to the 1.
center of transparent coupler to prevent water
leakage from the dispenser.
Insert2.

the clip in the install pack and check that it

holds the line fi rmly.

DISASSEMBLE THE FLEX DOOR

Take out the upper drawer by lifting it up.1.

Take out the lower basket ( 2. 1 ) by lifting the
basket up from the rail system.

Press the fi xing hook of rail system. 3.

After holding and pulling out the top of Freezer 4.
Door, remove it at the rail system.

Make sure there is no scratch at the end of
Sliding Rail by being dented from the fl oor.

CAUTION

Allen wrench

Allen wrench

10

8

9

1

Center of transparent

Center of transparent

coupler

coupler

clip A

clip A

(6.35 mm)

(6.35 mm)

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Make sure that you mount the freezer
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.

ASSEMBLE THE FREEZER
DRAWER

To reattach the drawer after you have moved
the fridge to its fi nal location, assemble parts in
reverse order.

ADJUSTING THE LEVEL

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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

CAUTION

fl at-blade screwdriver(-)

fl at-blade screwdriver(-)

Control Lever

Control Lever

Adjustment

Adjustment

part

part

Fixed part

Fixed part

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setting up _13

01 SETTING UP

INSTALLING THE WATER
DISPENSER LINE

A water dispenser with a fi lter is one of the helpful
features on your new refrigerator. To help promote
better health, the water fi lter removes unwanted
particles from your water. However, it does not
sterilize or destroy microorganisms. You may need
to purchase a water purifying system to do that.
In order for the ice maker to operate properly, a
water pressure of 138~862 kPa is required.
Under normal conditions, a 0.17 L cup can be
fi lled in about 10 seconds.
If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low
water pressure, 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 fi lled. To do this, press the water dispenser
lever until the water runs from the water outlet.

Water line installation kits are available at
extra cost from your dealer.
We recommend using a water line
installation kit that contains copper tubing
and compression nut.

Connecting to the water supply line

First, shut off the main water 1.
supply.

Locate the nearest cold water drinking line and 2.
install the pipe clamp and shut off valve.

Connect the water line installation kit to the 3.
shut off valve.

Connecting the water supply line to
the refrigerator.

There are several items that you need to purchase
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

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

plastic tubing •

→

Molded end(Bulb)

compression nut (1pc)•

Pipe clamp

Cold water line

Shut off valve

Shut off valve

Pipe clamp

Cold water line

Water line installation kit

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1. Pull out the freezer drawer ,then you can
see the lower hinge .

2.

3. Adjust the height by turning a philips

screwdriver (+) clockwise ( ) or
counterclockwise ( ).

1

2

3

4

Insert a philips screwdriver (+) into the shaft
of the lower hinge.

DOWN

UP

3

1

2

3

4

3

When you turn a philips screwdriver (+)
counterclockwise ( ), the door will
move up.

UP

14_ setting up

Slip the compression nut through the supplied 1.
plastic tubing

.

Tighten the compression nut 2.

onto the

6.35 mm compression fi tting.
If you are using copper tubing, slip the ­compression nut (not included) and ferrule
(not included) on copper tubing (not included)
as shown.

If you are 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
the plastic tubing .

Tighten the compression nut 3.

onto the
compression fi tting. Do not over-tighten the
compression nut

.

Turn water on and check for any leakage. 4.

Only connect the water line to a drinkable
water source. If you have to repair or
disassemble the water line, cut off 6.35 mm
of the plastic tubing to make sure you get
a snug, leak-free connection.

CAUTION

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 4.
take a few hours to reach the appropriate
temperature. You can store food and drinks
in the refrigerator after the temperature is
suffi ciently cool.

Plastic tubing

(Supplied)

Ferrule

(Not supplied)

Compression nut
(6.35 mm) (Supplied)

Compression fi tting
(Supplied)

Bulb

Compression nut
(6.35 mm)
(Not supplied)

Copper tubing

or

Plastic tubing

(Not supplied) (Not supplied)

Household water line

Refrigerator

Refrigerator

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operating _15

02 OPERATING

Operating your French Door
Refrigerator

USING THE CONTROL PANEL

( 1 ) Energy

Saver

Hold 3 sec for

°C↔°F

Touching this button turns Energy Saver
mode on and off. When you turn Energy
Saver on, the Energy Saver icon lights.
Turn Energy Saver off and the icon
goes off. The Energy Saver function
automatically turns on when power is
supplied to the refrigerator.
If condensation or water drops appear
on the doors, turn the Energy Saver
mode off.
Touch and hold this button for 3
seconds to switch the temperature units
between °C and °F.

( 2 ) Freezer

(Hold 3 sec

for Power

Freeze)

Touch this button to set the freezer to
your desired temperature.
You can set the temperature between

-8 °F and 5 °F (between -23 °C and

-15 °C). Touch and hold this button for
3 seconds to decrease the time needed
to freeze products in the Freezer. It can
be helpful if you need to quickly freeze
easily spoiled items or if the temperature
in the freezer has warmed dramatically
(For example, if the door was left open).

( 3 ) Ice

Type/Water

Hold 3 sec for

Filter Reset

Touch this button to select the ice or
water function. You can select water or
the types of ice(cubed/crushed ice).
Each time you press the button, the
cubed and crushed
ice modes alternate and the Cubed or
Crushed ice icon lights up, indicating
your selection.
After you replace the water fi lter, touch
and hold this button for 3 seconds to
reset the water fi lter life indicator.

( 4 ) Alarm

Hold 3 sec for

Lighting

To turn the door open alarm on and 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 preset
to On in the factory. You can turn it
off by touching and then releasing this
button. You can turn it back on in the
same fashion. The icon lights up when
the function is on.
If you touch and hold the Alarm/Lighting
button for 3 seconds, the dispenser LED
Lamp will stay on.

( 5 ) Fridge

Hold 3 sec for

Power Cool

Touch this button to set the fridge to
your desired temperature. You can set
the temperature between 34 °F and
44 °F (between 7 °C and 1 °C). Touch
and hold this button for 3 seconds
to decrease the time needed to cool
products in the Refrigerator. It can be
helpful if you need to quickly cool easily
spoiled items or if the temperature in
the fridge has warmed dramatically (For
example, if the door was left open).

( 6 ) Ice Off

Hold 3 sec for

Child Lock

If you don’t want to make more ice,
touch the Ice Off button.
Touching this button for 3 seconds turns
on Child Lock which locks the display
panel and dispenser buttons so the
buttons can not be used. The Child Lock
icon lights up to indicate you’ve activated
the Child Lock function. Press 3 seconds
to unlock.

( 7 ) Ice Off

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

We recommend you to stop ice
making if the following occur:

-

There is enough ice in the ice bucket.

-

You want to save water and energy.

- Water is not being supplied to
the refrigerator.

If the ice maker function is
ON, and the water Line is not
connected, there will be a water
valve noise from the back of the
unit, press the Ice Off (Hold 3sec
for child lock) button for less
than 3 seconds until the Ice Off
Indicator (

) illuminates.

(RF263T**)

(RF263B/N**)

8

7

1

2

3

5

6

4

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16_ operating

( 8 ) Filter Water fi lter usage

This icon will light up when you need to
change the fi lter. After you use about
300 gallons of water, the fi lter indicator
lights up. (about 6 months).

After you install the new water fi lter, reset
the fi lter indicator by touching the Alarm/
hold 3 sec for Filter Reset button.

If water is not dispensing or •
dispensing slowly, you need to
replace the water fi lter because
the water fi lter is clogged.
Some areas have large amounts •
of lime in their water, which
causes the water fi lter to clog
more quickly.

CHANGING THE WATER FILTER

To reduce risk of water damage to your
property DO NOT use generic brands
of water fi lters in your SAMSUNG

Refrigerator.
USE ONLY SAMSUNG BRAND WATER FILTER.
SAMSUNG will not be legally responsible for any
damage, including, but not limited to property
damage caused by water leakage from use of a
generic water fi lter. SAMSUNG Refrigerators are
designed to work ONLY WITH SAMSUNG Water
Filter.
The Filter light turns red to let you
know when it is time to change your
water fi lter cartridge.
To give you time to get a new fi lter,
the red light comes on just before the
capacity of the current fi lter runs out.
Changing the fi lter on time provides you with the
freshest, cleanest water from your refrigerator.

Shut off the water supply. Then, turn the water 1.

fi lter ( 1 ) about 1/4 turn, counter-clockwise.

Pull the water fi lter ( 2. 1 ) from the case fi lter ( 2 ).

• To change the water fi lter more easily,
shut off the water supply valve.

retaw eht elbmessasid ot drah si ti ,semitemoS •
fi lter because impurities in the water cause it
to stick. If you are having diffi culties, grip the
water fi lter fi rmly and pull it hard.

WARNING

eht llup uoy nehW •
water fi lter, a little
water can leak from
the opening. This is
normal. To minimize
the water leaks, keep the fi lter cartridge
horizontal when you pull it.

To prevent overfl ow, empty the water fi lter tray •
( 3 ) and dry around the fi lter case ( 2 ).

Insert the new fi lter into the fi lter case ( 4 .3 ).
Push the fi lter, and then turn it clockwise until it 4.
locks.

• If you have trouble inserting the water
fi lter because of high water pressure,
shut off the water supply valve.
The locked symbol should be lined up •
with the indicator line.

Touch the 5. “

Ice Type/Water

Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset

”

button (

(Filter Reset)

) for

about 3 seconds to reset
the water fi lter. The color of

indicator (

) changes from red to off.

If you turned off the water supply, turn it back 6.
on.

For a replacement water fi lter, you can
visit your local home Improvement center
or contact the Samsung Parts distributor.
Be sure the replacement water fi lter has
the SAMSUNG logo on the box and
on the water fi lter. Link : http://www.
samsungparts.com

(Red)

3

2

4

2

1

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The icon will blink red for several seconds
when you open or close the door.

operating _17

02 OPERATING

Removing any residual matter inside
the water supply line after installing
the water fi lter.

Turn ON the main water 1.
supply and supply water
from water supply line.
Run water through the 2.
dispenser until the water
runs clear (approx. 6 to
7 minutes). This will clean the water supply
system and remove air from the lines.
Additional fl ushing may be required in some 3.
households.
Open the Refrigerator door and make sure 4.
there are no water leaks coming from the
w

ater fi lter.

Be sure to fl ush the dispenser thoroughly,
otherwise water may drip from the
dispenser.
This means that there is still air in the line.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
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 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 276 to 414 kPa. If the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less
than 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.

CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE

Basic temperature of Freezer and
Refrigerator Compartments

The basic temperature and recommended
temperatures of the Freezer and Refrigerator
Compartments are 0 °F and 37 °F(or -18 °C
and 3 °C) respectively. If the temperature of the
Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments are too
high or low, adjust the temperature manually.

Controlling the Freezer
temperature

The Freezer temperature can be set between -8 °F
and 5 °F (or between -23 °C and -15 °C) to suit
your particular needs. Press the Freezer button
repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown
in the temperature display. The temperature will
change by 1 °F (or 1 °C) with each press. See
below.
Fahrenheit : 0 °F

➞ -1 °F ➞ -2 °F ➞ -3 °F ➞ -4 °F

➞

-5 °F ➞ -6 °F ➞ -7 °F ➞ -8 °F ➞ 5 °F ➞ 4 °F

➞

3 °F ➞ 2 °F ➞ 1 °F ➞ 0 °F.

Centigrade : -18 °C ➞ -19 °C ➞ -20 °C ➞ -21 °C

➞

-22 °C ➞ -23 °C ➞ -15 °C ➞ -16 °C ➞ -17 °C

➞

-18 °C.
Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt
at 4 °F (or -15.5 °C). The temperature display
will move sequentially from -8 °F to 5 °F (or from

-23 °C to -15 °C).

Controlling the fridge temperature

The fridge temperature can be set between 34 °F
and 44 °F (or between 7 °C and 1 °C) to suit
your particular needs. Press the Fridge button
repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown
in the temperature display. The temperature will
change by 1 °F (or 1 °C) with each press. See
below.
Fahrenheit : 37 °F ➞ 36 °F ➞ 35 °F ➞ 34 °F ➞
44 °F ➞ 43 °F ➞ 42 °F ➞ 41 °F ➞ 40 °F ➞ 39 °F

➞

38 °F ➞ 37 °F.

Centigrade : 3 °C ➞ 2 °C ➞ 1 °C ➞ 7 °C ➞ 6 °C

➞

5 °C ➞ 4 °C ➞ 3 °C.
The temperature control process for the Fridge
works just like the Freezer process. Press the

Recommend Temp (Freezer) : 0 °F (or -18 °C )

Recommend Temp (Freezer) : 0 °F (or -18 °C )

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