Samsung RF263TE Series, RF263BE Series User Manual
Refrigerator
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safety information
SAFETY INFORMATION
Before operating the appliance, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this instruction manual.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Because these following operating instructions
cover various models, the characteristics of your
refrigerator may differ slightly from those described
in this manual.
R600a or R134a is used as a refrigerant. Check
the compressor label on the rear of the appliance
or the rating label inside the fridge to see which
refrigerant is used for your refrigerator. When
this product contains fl ammable gas(Refrigerant
R600a), contact your local authority in regard to
safe disposal of this product.
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:
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.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
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. -
WARNING
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This appliance should be positioned in such a •
way that it is accessible to the power plug.
Failing to do so may r
esult 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
• 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.
CAUTION
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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.
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
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 •
WARNING
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
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
CAUTION
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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 t
leave the doors open.
Otherwise, odor and mold may develop. -
t 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.t
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 t
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 t
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:t
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 t
only with potable water.
t 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
t Do not directly spray water on the inside
or outside the refrigerator.
There is a risk of fi re or electric shock. -
eht fo edisni eht yrd ot reyrd riah a esu ton oD t
refrigerator. Do not place a lighted candle in
CAUTION
the refrigerator to remove bad odors.
This may result in an electric shock or fi re. -
t 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.
t Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning
or making repairs.
State of California Proposition
65 Warnings:
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act requires the Governor of
California to publish a list of substances known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires
businesses to warn of potential exposure to such
substances.
This product contains a chemical known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. This
appliance can cause low-level exposure to some
of the substances listed, including benzene,
formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide.
CRITICAL DISPOSAL
WARNINGS
t Risk of child entrapment. Before you
throw away your old refrigerator or
freezer:
Take o the doors. -
Leave the shelves in place so that children can not easily climb inside.
Please dispose of the packaging material from t
this product in an environmentally friendly
manner.
Leave the shelves in place so that children t
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. t
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 t
WARNING
WARNING
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contents
SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ……………………………………………… 08
OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ………………………………………………… 16
TROUBLESHOOTING ……………………………………………………………………………………… 28
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.
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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.
Choose:
t
A location without direct exposure to sunlight.t
A location with a level floor.t
A location with enough space for the t
refrigerator doors to open easily.
A location that allows sufficient space to the t
right, left, back and top for air circulation.
A location that allows you to move the t
refrigerator easily if it needs maintenance or
service.
If the refrigerator does not have enough space,
the internal cooling system may not work properly.
If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra
space at the back for the water line connections.
When you install the refrigerator next to a fixed
wall, you need a minimum clearance of 3 ¾”
(95mm) between the refrigerator and wall to allow
the door to swing open.
Important: Make sure that you can easily move
your refrigerator to its final location by measuring
doorways (both width and height), thresholds,
ceilings, stairways, etc.
The following chart details the exact height and
depth of this Samsung Fr
ench Door Refrigerator.
Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top t
when installing. This will help reduce power
consumption and keep your energy bills lower.
Do not install the refrigerator where the t
temperature will go below 50ºF (10ºC).
Do not locate the refrigerator where it may t
become wet.
When moving your refrigerator
To prevent floor damage, be sure the front
adjusting legs are in the up position (above
the floor). Refer to ‘Adjusting the Level’ in
the manual (on page 9).
3 inches
3/4
2 inches
2 inches
B
A
C
E
D
B
A
C
E
D
Flat-blade screw
driver(-)
Control Lever
CAUTION
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Model
Depth “A” 33 27/32” (860mm)
Width “B” 35 25/32” (909mm)
Height “C” 68 3/8” (1737mm)
Overall Height “D” 70” (1778mm)
Depth “E” 36 7/32” (920mm)
RF263T** / RF263B** / RF263N**
RF261B**/ RF260B**
setting up
_09
01 SETTING UP
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.
ACCESSORIES AND
REQUIRED TOOLS
The following accessories are included with your
refrigerator:
Hex wrench Fastener
Required Tools (Not provided)
You need the following tools to complete the
installation of your refrigerator:
Philips
screwdriver(+)
Flat-blade screw
driver(-)
Socket wrench
(10mm)
Pliers
Allen wrench
(3/16”) (5mm)
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. 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 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
removing the door or drawer.
Be careful not to drop, damage or t
scratch the door/drawer while removing
them.
t
Reattach the doors/drawer properly to avoid: t
Moisture from air leakage. Uneven door alignment. Wasting energy due to improper door seal. -
Use care when you remove the doors/drawer. The
doors are heavy and you could injure yourself.
WARNING
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE
Fridge door handle assembly
Check the direction of Handle assembly.
(Assemble the side of the handle attached a sticker toward
toward the upper direction.)
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Fix the handles to the doors by sliding them left
side firmly.
4
3
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2
1
Fix the handles to the doors by
sliding them down firmly.
3
5
4
Tighten with wrench fi
Drawer door handle assembly
Check the direction of Handle
assembly.
1
2
Fix the handles to the doors by
sliding them left side firmly.
5
Tilt up the Handle bar and tighten with wrench
firmly.
Disassemble the refrigerator doors
Be careful not to drop and scratch the
doors while removing them.
WARNING
With the door opened
Remove 3 screws holding down the TOP 1.
TABLE ( 1 ) and turn it with wires connected.
1
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