Samsung RF263BEAESG/AA-04, RF263BEAESG/AA-01 Owner’s Manual

Refrigerator

user manual

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Free Standing Appliance

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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.
Because these following operating instructions
cover various models, the characteristics of your
refrigerator may differ slightly from those described
in this manual.
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.

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.

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.

02_ Safety information

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

WARNING

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
(US ONLY)

• This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS

WARNING

FOR 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 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. -

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This appliance should be positioned in such a •

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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.

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

hen 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.

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

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.

• 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 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
company.

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

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.

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Never plug the power cord into a socket that is -

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not grounded correctly and make sure that it is
in accordance with local and national codes.
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. ­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 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 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. ­If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull •
out power plug immediately and contact your
Samsung Electronics service center

CRITICAL USAGE

WARNING

WARNINGS

• 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. A serious •

injury may occur.
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

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with the product.
Never stare directly at the UV LED lamp for t

long periods of time.
This may result in eye strain due to the -

ultraviolet rays.

t 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.

t 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 t
that they do not fall out.

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

If a gas leak is detected, avoid any naked t
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. ­If the products is equipped with the LED Lamp, t

do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED
Lamp by yourself.

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

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.

Remove all foreign substances such as dust t
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, t
unplug the appliance from the wall socket.

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

t 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 t
light, contact a service agent.

If the product is equipped with LED Lamps, t
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 t

the power plug and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.

Otherwise there is a risk of fi re. -

USAGE CAUTIONS

CAUTION

t 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 t
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

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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. -

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:
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

06_ Safety information

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.

WARNING

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CRITICAL DISPOSAL
WARNINGS

Risk of child entrapment. Before you

throw away your old refrigerator or

freezer:

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

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

Leave the shelves in place so that children
can 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. 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
children or animals cannot become trapped
inside. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

Cyclopentane is used in the insulation. The t
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.

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

Remember to turn it o when you don’t t
need it and return the freezer to your original
temperature setting.

power freezing

If you need to freeze large amount of food t
stu, activate Power Freeze function at least
24 hours before.

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

It may cause a personal injury or material ­damage.

contents

SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ……………………………………………… 08
OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ………………………………………………… 16
TROUBLESHOOTING ……………………………………………………………………………………… 28

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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

Choose:

A location with easy access to a water supply.
A location without direct exposure to sunlight.
A location with a level floor.
A location with enough space for the

refrigerator doors to open easily.
A location that allows sufficient 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.
Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 50ºF (10ºC).

Do not locate the refrigerator where it may
become wet.

When moving your refrigerator

To prevent floor damage, be sure the front

CAUTION

adjusting legs are in the up position (above
the floor). Refer to ‘Adjusting the Level’ in
the manual (on page 9).

B

B

A

A

E

E

C

C

Model

Depth “A”

Width “B” 35 3/4” (909mm)

Height “C” 68 3/8” (1737mm)

Overall Height “D”

Depth “E”

(50 mm)

RF263T**/ RF263B**

33 1/2” (850mm)

70” (1778 mm)

35 3/4” (910mm)

2”

°

140

63 3/4”

(1620 mm)

140

D

D

°

13 3/8”

(340 mm)

35 3/4”

(909 mm)

1 5/8”

(40 mm)

Flat-blade screw
driver(-)

Control Lever

29 1/4”

(745 mm)

3 3/4”

(95 mm)

48 ”

(1220 mm)

The measurements here are based on

depending on the measuring method.

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FLOORING

For proper installation, you must place this
refrigerator on a level, hard surface that is the
same height as the rest of the floor. This surface
should be strong enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator, or approximately 335lbs (152kg).
To protect the finish of the flooring, 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

For some installations you need to remove the
fridge and freezer drawers so you can move the
refrigerator to its final location.
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 9. If you need to
remove the doors. continue below.
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.

Use care when you remove the doors/drawer. The
doors are heavy and you could injure yourself.

Reattach the doors/drawer properly to avoid:

- Moisture from air leakage.

- Uneven door alignment.

- Wasting energy due to improper door seal.

Do not remove

01 SETTING UP

REQUIRED TOOLS

Required Tools (Not provided)

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

Philips

screwdriver(+)

Flat-blade screw

driver(-)

Allen wrench

(3/16”) (5mm)

Socket wrench

(10mm)

HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE

Orient each handle so that the end with the sticker
attached is at the top and the holes with the
tightening screws are facing each other.
Then, follow the directions below to install each
handle.

By using Phillips screwdriver, fix the screw
(optional) and then put the handle on the

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Screw

1

3

2

4

Tighten with wrench fi

Drawer door handle assembly

3

Fix the handles to the doors by
sliding them down firmly.

5

Check the direction of Handle
assembly.

1

Fix the handles to the doors by sliding them left
side firmly.

4

5

Tilt up the Handle bar and tighten with wrench
firmly.

Disassemble the refrigerator doors

Be careful not to drop and scratch the

WARNING

doors while removing them.

With the door opened

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

1

2

Fix the handles to the doors by
sliding them left side firmly.

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Disconnect two connectors ( 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

CAUTION

removed before removing the tube.

2

Red Clip

(1/4")

REATTACHING THE
REFRIGERATOR DOORS

To reattach the fridge doors after you have moved
the fridge to its final location, assemble the 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.

the clip in the top plate and check that it

Insert2.

01 SETTING UP

3

4

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 ).

5

7

6

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 (3/16”). Remove
the lower left and right door hinges ( 10 ).

By placing the 3 screws again ensure that the wires

CAUTION

are in not to damage the harness.

DISASSEMBLE THE FLEX DOOR

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

Take out the lower basket ( 2.
basket up from the rail system.

Press the fixing hook of rail system. 3.

) by lifting the

1

1

10

8

9

Allen wrench

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Holding the top of the Freezer Drawer, pull it out

4.

all the way and then remove it from 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.

How to adjust the level

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

flat-blade screwdriver(-)

Both control levers must be touching the

CAUTION

floor 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 difficult 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.

Control Lever

MAKING MINOR
ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN
DOORS

ASSEMBLE THE FREEZER
DRAWER

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

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

ADJUSTING THE LEVEL

Make sure the refrigerator is level so that you can
make final 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.

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

Fixed part

Adjustment
part

.1

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

Insert a philips screwdriver (+) into the shaft

2.

4

of the lower hinge.

3. Adjust the height by turning a philips
screwdriver (+) clockwise ( ) or

3

counterclockwise ( ).

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

1

2

3

DOWN

UP

UP

move up.

2

4

1

3

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

01 SETTING UP

and ¼” compression nut.

Connecting to the water supply line

1.

supply.

3

Locate the nearest cold water drinking line and 2.

Cold water line

Pipe clamp

Shut off valve

Connect the water line installation kit to the 3.

INSTALLING THE WATER
DISPENSER LINE

A water dispenser with a filter is one of the helpful
features on your new refrigerator. To help promote

Cold water line

Pipe clamp

Shut off valve

Water line installation kit

better health, the water filter removes unwanted
particles from your water. However, it does not
sterilize or destroy microorganisms. You may need
to purchase a water purifying system to do that.

The water line also connects to the ice maker.
For the ice maker to operate properly, water
pressure of 20~125psi (138~862 kPa) is required.

If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low
water pressure (below 20psi), you can install
a booster pump to compensate for the low
pressure.

Connecting the water supply line to
the refrigerator.

There are several items that you need to purchase
to complete this connection.
You may find 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)

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Refrigerator

Compression

Nut (1/4”)

(Assembled)

Ferrule

(Not supplied)

Copper tubing
(Not supplied)

or

Household water supply line

Plastic Tubing
(Assembled)

Compression
Fitting
(Assembled)

Molded
end(Bulb)

Compression
nut (B) (1/4”)
(Not supplied)

Plastic tubing (B)
(Not supplied)

Connect the household water line to the 1.
assembled compression fitting.
If you are using copper tubing, slip the ­compression nut ( B ) (not supplied) and
ferrule (not supplied) on the copper tubing (not
supplied) as shown.

If you are using plastic tubing ( - B ) , insert the
molded end (Bulb) of the plastic tubing ( B )
into the compression fitting.

Do not use without the molded end (Bulb)

CAUTION

of the plastic tubing ( B ).

Tighten the compression nut ( 2. B ) onto the
compression fitting.
Do not over-tighten the compression nut ( B ) .
Turn water on and check for any leakage. If you 3.
find water drops or leakage in the connection

the connections and, if necessary, tighten.
Flush 1 gallon of water through the filter 4.
before drinking or using the water from the
refrigerator. (Flush approximately 6 minutes.)
To flush, press a large glass or cup against the
water dispenser lever. Fill the glass, empty it
into the kitchen sink after it is filled, and then
repeat.
After you turn on the refrigerator, let the ice 5.
maker make ice for 1 to 2 days. Over that
period of time, throw out the first 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,

get a snug, leak-free connection.

You can test the water line quickly using a

paper cup.Under normal conditions, the water

10 seconds.

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
sufficiently cool.

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 aect your refrigerator
temperatures. However, you should minimize
the number of door openings while the power
is o.
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.

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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
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.

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Operating your French Door
Refrigerator

USING THE CONTROL PANEL

8

1

2

3

7

( 1 ) Energy

Saver

Hold 3 sec for

°C °F

( 2 ) Freezer

(Hold 3 sec

for Power

Freeze)

( 3 ) Ice

Type/Water

Hold 3 sec for

Filter Reset

Touching this button turns Energy Saver

Saver on, the Energy Saver icon lights.

automatically turns on when power is
supplied to the refrigerator.
If condensation or water drops appear
on the doors, turn the Energy Saver

Touch and hold this button for 3
seconds to switch the temperature units
between °C and °F.

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).

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 filter, touch
and hold this button for 3 seconds to
reset the water filter life indicator.

4

5

6

( 4 ) Alarm

Hold 3 sec for

Lighting

( 5 ) Fridge

Hold 3 sec for

Power Cool

( 6 ) Ice Off

Hold 3 sec for

Child Lock

( 7 ) Ice Off

(RF263T**)

(RF263B/N**)

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 int the factory

releasing this button. You can turn it back
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

the button for 3 seconds again.
Touch this button to set the fridge to

your desired temperature. You can set
the temperature between 34 °F and 44 °F
(between 1°C and 7 °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).

If you don’t want to make more ice,

for 3 seconds turns
the display
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. The Child Lock are not going to
lock the Cool Pantry. The lights and motors start

If you don’t want to make more ice,

The icon will light up and the Ice-Maker
stops making ice.

panel and dispenser buttons so the

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.

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 (

Touching this button

on Child Lock which locks

ot deilppus gnieb ton si retaW -

) illuminates.

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( 8 ) Filter Water filter usage

Cooling Off

Mode

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

The icon will blink red for several seconds
when you open or close the door.
After you install the new water filter, reset
the filter indicator by touching the Ice Type/
Water Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset button.

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

mode), is designed for use by retailers
when they are displaying refrigerators on

refrigerator’s fan motor and lights work
normally, but the compressor does not
run, and the refrigerator and freezer do

touch and hold the Energy Saver button
and the Freezer button for 5 seconds
during normal operation. The refrigerator
chime sounds and the temperature
display flashes OF OF.

hold the Energy Saver and the Freezer
buttons again for 5 seconds.

To change the water filter more easily,

Sometimes, it is hard to disassemble the water
filter because impurities in the water cause it
to stick. If you are having difficulties, grip the
water filter firmly and pull it hard.

When you pull the
water filter, a little
water can leak from
the opening. This is
normal. To minimize
the water leaks, keep
the filter cartridge horizontal when you pull it.
To prevent ooverflow, empty the water filter tray

( 3 ) and dry around the filter case ( 2 ).
Insert the new filter into the filter case ( 43. ).

Push the filter, and then turn it clockwise until it

4.

locks.

If you have trouble inserting the water

filter because of high water pressure,

The locked symbol should be lined up
with the indicator line.

2

1

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2

3

CHANGING THE WATER FILTER

To reduce risk of water damage to your
property DO NOT use generic brands of

WARNING

4

water filters in your SAMSUNG Refrigerator.

USE ONLY SAMSUNG BRAND WATER FILTERS.
SAMSUNG will not be legally responsible for any
damage, including, but not limited to property
damage caused by water leakage from the use of
a generic water filter. 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 filter cartridge.
To give you time to get a new filter,
the red light comes on just before the
capacity of the current filter runs out.

(Red)

Changing the filter on time provides you with the
freshest, cleanest water from your refrigerator.

1.

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

Pull the water filter ( 2. 1 ) from the case filter ( 2 ).

Touch the 5. “

Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset

button (

Ice Type/Water

(Filter Reset)

”

) for

about 3 seconds to reset
the water filter. The color of
of the indicator ( ) changes from red to light off.

6.

on.

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

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

Turn ON the main water 1.
supply and supply water
to the refrigerator.
Select water in the button

2.

“ICE TYPE/WATER”,pour
1 Gal (6-7 minutes) to clean the water supplier

system and it will take the air out from the lines.

If after pour 1 Gal the water doesn’t turn clear is

3.

possible an additional flushing in the household
lines.

Open the Refrigerator door and make sure 4.
there are no water leaks coming from the
water filter.

Be sure to flush the dispenser system 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 35
and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration 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 filter in the t
reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace
the filter if necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis t
system to refill after heavy usage.
If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may t
further reduce the water pressure when used
in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system.

Remove the water filter.
If you have questions about your water pressure,
call a licensed, qualified plumber.

CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE

Basic temperature of Freezer and
Refrigerator Compartments

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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

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

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 temperatur
move sequentially from -8°F to 5°F (or from -23°C
to -15°C).

e display will

Controlling the fridge temperature

The fridge temperature can be set between
34°F and 44°F (or between 1°C and 7°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 contr
works just like the Freezer process. Press the

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Fridge button to set your desired temperature.
After a few seconds, the Fridge will begin
adjusting towards the newly set temperature. This
will be reflected in the digital display.

Using the ice Dispenser

Place a glass underneath the ice
dispenser and push gently against the
dispenser lever with your glass.
Make sure the glass is in line with
the dispenser to prevent the ice from
bouncing out.

Recommend Temp (Fridge) : 37°F (or 3°C )

The temperature of the Freezer, Fridge ­or Cool Select Pantry Zone may rise
when you open the doors too frequently,
or if a large amount of warm or hot food

is placed inside.
This may cause the digital display to blink. ­Once the Freezer and Fridge temperature
return to their normal set temperatures, the
blinking will stop.
If the blinking continues, you may need to ­“reset” the Refrigerator. Try unplugging the
appliance, wait for around 10 minutes and then
plug the power cord back in.
If there is a communication error between the ­Display and Main Controller, the Convertible
Display light may blink. If the blinking continues
for a long period of time, please contact a
Samsung Electronics Service Center.

USING THE COLD WATER
DISPENSER

Push the appropriate ice type
button to select what you want
dispensed.

Select this if you want to

NO ICE

Please wait 2 seconds before removing the

CAUTION

glass under the dispenser to prevent spills.
If the Refrigerator door opens, the
Dispenser does not work.

When Cubed Ice is selected after using

CAUTION

the Crushed Ice mode, a small amount of
residual crushed ice might be produced.

Do not pull the lever out. You could damage

CAUTION

or break the lever’s spring.

check the
water level

Test button

Maintaining the Ice Bucket

To clean the ice bin/bucket, wash with a mild t
detergent, rinse well, and dry thoroughly it. Do
not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or solvents.

The ice cubes generated by the rapid ice t
making process will look white, which indicates
they are generated normally.
As the ice maker in the refrigerator room t
makes ice cubes even faster, move the ice
cubes from the refrigerator ice bin to the
freezer ice bin if you need more ice cubes.
If ice doesn’t come out, pull out the ice bucket t
and press the test button located on the right
side of ice maker.
Do not press the test button continuously t
when the tray is filled with ice or water. Water
may overflow or ice may jam the bucket.
Normal Use

t

To fill the ice bucket to maximum capacity after
installation, follow these steps:
Water may overflow or ice may jam the bucket.

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Test button

check the
water level

remove all ice cube tray. If not using the ice
dispenser, it is possible to stack the cubes.
Remove the tank in the direction of the arrow.
Dispose of ice cubes or ice mass. Push the bottom
of the tray until it clicks.

and try again.

To remove the ice cubes without use the

WARNNIG

(Remove the front cover of the Ice Maker)

Ice cubes in the ice machine may leak on
the drawer.

Not put food into the tray of ice.de hielo.
If you store food in the ice bucket,may hinder the

WARNNIG

ice maker to open or close the door, and damage
the ice maker.
Note that the ice cubes from the ice bucket

WARNNIG

can spill over the box to remove the tray from
the drawer. In this case, you must remove the
drawer the ice cubes that have been spilled.

In case of power outage, ice cubes can melt
and then freeze when power returns, causing

WARNNIG

the dispenser to stop working.

To prevent this from happening after a power outage,
remove the ice bucket and discard the ice and
wastewater.

If you use all the ice at one time, repeat
Steps 2 and 3 on the previous page.

However, wait only 8 hours before removing the

cubes and ensure their maximum output.

Use only the ice maker refrigerator. Only a suitably

WARNNIG

supply to the refrigerator. Connect only to a
potable water supply.

In order that the ice maker work properly, need a
water pressure of 20 ~ 125 psi (138 ~ 862 kPa).
Whether traveling for vacation or business and
will not use water dispensers and ice for an
extended period:

Close the stopcock. If not, can result in water

­ leakage.

-

Remove all food.

-

Unplug the refrigerator.

-

Remove excess moisture from inside the

refrigerator and leave doors open. Otherwise,

hands or any other inappropriate object in the
container or bucket of ice maker.

It may cause personal injury or property damage.

-

Can cause injury.

Never try to take the ice maker.

-

Do not wipe or spray the ice tray with water while

in the refrigerator. Remove for cleaning.

When inserting the tray of the ice maker,

WARNNIG

make sure it is well centrada.De Otherwise,
you could lock.

The phenomenon of turbidity

The water entering the cooler circulates through

may have bad taste.

How to Use Ice O function

oxygen and nitrogen. When it is contacted with air,
the pressure drops rapidly and the oxygen and
nitrogen is oversaturated and generate gas bubbles.
Temporarily, water can have a cloudy appearance
due to these bubbles of oxygen. After a few seconds,
water is colorless.

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Please wait 1 second before removing
the cup after dispensing water to prevent
spills. Do not pull out the lever dispenser
after dispensing ice or water. It comes
back automatically. Ice is made in cubes.
When you select “Crushed”, the ice maker
grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice.

Ice Maker in Freezer

PARTS AND FEATURES

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

Test button

02 OPERATING

Light

FF Ice-Maker

Foldable-Shelf

Slide-Shelf

Vertical Hinged

Section

Vegetable &

Fruit Drawers

Light

FZ Ice-Maker (on some model)

Ice Bucket

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.

Auto Door Closer

Quick-Space
Glass Shelf
(on some models)

Door Bins

Cool Select
Pantry

Auto Pull Out
Drawer

Freezer
Drawer Bin

maker for safety reasons.

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

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USING THE COOL SELECT
PANTRY

The Cool Select Pantry is a full-width drawer
with adjustable temperature control. This pantry
can be used for large party trays, deli items, pizza,
beverages or miscellaneous items.

There is a temperature control which can adjust
the amount of cold air allowed into the pantry.
The control is located on the right side of the
pantry.

The Pantry has three modes: The Fresh mode, t
Chilled mode, and Deli mode. Fresh mode is
the default. Press the Temp button repeatedly
until the mode you want is lit. Once you select
a mode, the temperature will change to match
the mode you selected.

The Pantry temperature may change t
depending on the number of items inside
and where they are located, the ambient
temperature, and how often the door is
opened.

The Pantry Selection Button

When you select “Deli”, the temperature of the 1.
pantry will be kept around 41°F (or 5°C). This
feature helps keep food fresh for a long time.
When you select 2.
“Fresh”, the
temperature of the
pantry will be kept
around 38°F (or 3°C).
This feature helps keep
food fresh for a longer
time.
When you select 3.
“Chilled”, the
temperature of the
pantry will be kept around 34°F (or 1°C). This
feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for a
longer time.
The table below lists the Pantry modes and
the kinds of foods that can be stored safely for
each mode.

Deli Fresh Chilled

Pineapplet cucumberst steakst
lemont applest hard cheesest
avocadot orangest cold cutst
potatot grapest bacont

Fruits and vegetables may be damaged

when the “Chilled” mode is set.
Do not store lettuce or other leafy produce in this
pantry.

Do not store glass bottles in this pantry. If

CAUTION

they are frozen, they can break and cause

personal injury.

In case you put a water bowl without its

CAUTION

ild into the pantry, condensation may form

around surrounding parts.

zucchinist hot dogst
cornt

REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
ACCESSORIES

1. Door Bins & Dairy Compartment

t Door Bins ( 1)
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.

t Door Bins ( 2)
To remove - Take the right side of the bin out by

lifting it at an angle along the guide and then take
the left side out by pulling it from the door.

To relocate - Slide it into the original location and
push down until it sticks.

1

2

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Injury may occur if the door bins are not

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

Do not adjust a bin full of food. Remove

CAUTION

the food first.
To remove dust from the bins - Remove the guard

and wash in water.

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.

1

2

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

the glass shelf above them can be lifted

CAUTION

out.

To relocate the Cool select pantry – Push
the rails to the back of the refrigerator. Place the
drawer onto the rails and slide the pantry back
until it is in place.
To remove the divider – Pull the pantry
completely out to full extension and raise the front
side of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall
of the pantry, then lift the divider out.
To relocate the divider - Hook the back of the
divider over the rear wall of the pantry and push
the divider down.

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.

REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR
ACCESSORIES

1. ICE BUCKET (in Auto Pull out drawer)

To remove - Lift the ice bucket ( 1 ).
To relocate - Place the ice bucket into the Auto Pull

out drawer (

2 ).

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1

2

4. Cool select pantry

To remove the Cool
select pantry –

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

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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 drawer.

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.

Do not remove the divider.

CAUTION

If trapped inside, children may be injured

WARNING

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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 clean the appliance by spraying

CAUTION

water directly onto it.
Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to
clean the appliance.

This may result in discoloration, deformation,

near the refrigerator.

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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Cleaning the Ice / Water Dispenser

Wipe the Ice / Water Dispenser with a
soft cloth.

When using the crushed ice

CAUTION

selection from the dispenser
some residual ice chips
may start to collect in the
ice chute. To prevent that
residual ice from melting and
running out of the chute you
should clean out the residual
ice when you see it start to
collect in the ice chute.

clean and

If the rubber door seals are dirty, the doors may
not close properly, and the refrigerator will not
operate efficiently. 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.

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Do not clean the refrigerator with benzene,

CAUTION

thinner, or car detergent. These substance

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

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 prod -

Milk 1-2 Weeks Not recommended

Cream Cheese, cheese
food, and cheese spread

Hard Cheese (unopened) 3-4 Months 6 Months

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.

2-4 Weeks Not recommended

3-5 Days Not recommended

ucts 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 con ­tainer. Do not return unused portions to original
container.

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Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips

FISH AND SHELLFISH

Fish

Fatty Fish (mack ­erel, trout, salmon)

Lean Fish (cod,
flounder, etc)

Frozen or Breaded na 3 Months

Shellfish

Shrimp (uncooked) 1-2 Days 12 Months

Crab 3-5 Days 10 Months

Cooked Fish or
Shellfish

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

1-2 Days 2-3 Months

1-2 Days 6 Months

2-3 Days 3 Months

Keep in original wrapper and store in coldest part of
refrigerator. Package in vapor-proof and moisture
proof wrap for freezer. Freeze at 0ºF(-18°C ). Thaw
in refrigerator or check date code. Freeze in original
packaging.

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

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

Check date code for use. Store in coldest part of
refrigerator in original packaging. Package in moisture­proof 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-

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 sufficiently.

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.

Ř Check if the power plug is properly connected.
Ř 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.

Ř Is the refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source?
Ř Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall, preventing proper ventilation?

Ř Check if the set temperature on the digital display is too low.
Ř Try setting the refrigerator to a warmer temperature.
Ř Is the temperature in the room too low? Set the refrigerator warmer.
Ř 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.

Ř Check if the refrigerator is level and stable.
Ř 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.
Ř Was anything dropped behind or under the refrigerator?
Ř A “ticking” sound is heard from inside the refrigerator. This is normal and occurs because

various accessories are contracting or expanding according to the temperature of the
refrigerator interior.

Ř 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.

Ř Some heat is normal as anti-condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of

the refrigerator to prevent condensation.

Ř Is the refrigerator door ajar? Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for

a long time.

Ř Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice?
Ř
Ř Did you manually stop the ice making function?
Ř Is the freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the freezer temperature lower.

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

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

Ř Is the air vent blocked? Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely.
Ř Allow sufficient space between the stored foods for efficient air circulation.
Ř Is the freezer drawer closed properly?

Ř
Ř Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked?
Ř Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction.
Ř Is the water tank frozen because the fridge temperature is too low?

Try selecting a warmer setting on the Digital display.

Ř Is there an imbalance between the right and left parts of the door?
Ř Open and close the door smoothly 1~2 times. After you do this, the auto close system

usually works properly again.

Ř Try opening the door smoothly to avoid unbalancing the right part and the left part of

the door.

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