Samsung DA68-02952C-01, RF28JBEDBSG/TC User Manual

Refrigerator

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contents

SAFETY INFORMATION ………………………………………………………………………… 2

SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ………………………………… 17

OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR …………………………………… 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ………………………………………………………………………… 42

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.

• This appliance can be
used by children aged
from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge
if they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards
involved.
Children shall not play with
the appliance.
Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be
made by children without
supervision.

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

• Because these following
operating instructions
cover various models,
the characteristics of your
refrigerator may dier slightly
from those described in this
manual. And not all warning
signs may be applicable.
If you have any questions
or concerns, contact your
nearest service center or find
help and information online
at www.samsung.com.

Important safety symbols
and precautions:

Hazards or unsafe
practices that may result

WARNING

in severe personal
injury or death.

Hazards or unsafe
practices that may result

CAUTION

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 machine
is grounded to prevent
electric shock.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Call the contact center
for help.

Note.

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These warning signs are
here to prevent injury to you
and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
After reading this section,
keep it in a safe place for
future reference.

CE Notice

This product has been
determined to be in compliance
with the Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC), the
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive (2004/108/EC),
RoHS Directive (2011/65/
EU), Commission Delegated
Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010
and the Eco-Design Directive
(2009/125/EC) implemented
by Regulation (EC) No
643/2009 of the European
Union.
(For products sold in European
Countries only)

SEVERE WARNING

WARNING

SIGNS FOR
TRANSPORTATION
AND SITE

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

• R-600a or R-134a is used
as a refrigerant. Check the
compressor label on the rear
of the appliance or the rating
label inside the refrigerator to
see which refrigerant is used
for your refrigerator.

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

- Refrigerant leaking from the
pipe work could ignite or
cause an eye injury.
If a leak is detected, avoid
any naked flames or
potential sources of ignition
and air the room in which
the appliance is standing for
several minutes.

- In order to avoid the creation

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of a flammable gas-air
mixture if a leak in the
refrigerating circuit occurs,
the size of the room in which
the appliance may be sited
depends on the amount of
refrigerant used.

- Never start up an appliance
showing any signs of
damage. If in doubt, consult
your dealer. The room must
be 1 m³ in size for every 8 g
of R-600a refrigerant inside
the appliance.
The amount of refrigerant in
your particular appliance is
shown on the identification
plate inside the appliance.

- This appliance contains a
small amount of isobutane
refrigerant(R-600a), a natural
gas with high environmental
compatibility that is,
however, also combustible.
When transporting and
installing the appliance,
care should be taken to
ensure that no parts of
the refrigerating circuit are
damaged.

SEVERE WARNING

WARNING

SIGNS FOR
INSTALLATION

• Do not install this
appliance in a humid,
oily or dusty location, in
a location exposed to
direct sunlight and water
(rain drops).

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

• Do not install this appliance
near a heater, inflammable
material.

• Do not plug several
appliances into the same
multiple power board.
The refrigerator should
always be plugged into its
own individual electrical
outlet which has a voltage
rating that matched the
rating plate.

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

SAFETY INFORMATION

- There is a risk of electric
shock or fire.

• Do not use a cord that

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shows cracks or abrasion
damage along its length or
at either end.

• 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.

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

• 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 fire.

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

• Do not use aerosols near the
refrigerator.

- Aerosols used near the
refrigerator may cause an
explosion or fire.

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

- This may result in an electric
shock or fire.

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

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

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- If you connect the power
plug upside down, wire can
get cut o and a cause fire
or an electric shock.

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

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

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

- This may result in an electric
shock or fire.

• This appliance should be

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positioned in such a way
that it is accessible to the
power plug.

- Failing to do so may result in
an electric shock or fire due
to electric leakage.

• Keep the packing materials
out of reach of children.

- There is a risk of death from
suocation if children put
them on their head.

• 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, fire, explosion, or
problems with the product.

• Never plug the power
cord into a socket that is
not grounded correctly
and make sure that it is in
accordance with local and
national codes.

be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly
qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.

• The fuse on refrigerator must
be changed by a qualified
technician or service
company.

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

CAUTION SIGNS FOR

CAUTION

INSTALLATION

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

• Allow the appliance to stand
for 2 hours before loading
foods after installation and
turning on.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• If the supply cord is
damaged, it must

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SEVERE WARNING

WARNING

SIGNS FOR USING

• 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 a personal injury
and/or material damage.

• Do not put items filled with
water on the refrigerator.

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

• 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.

• Do not leave the doors of
the refrigerator open while
the refrigerator is unattended
and do not let children enter
inside the refrigerator.

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

- It can cause death from
suocation by entrapment or

personal injury.

• Do not sit on the Freezer
door.

- The door may be broken
and cause a personal injury.

• To prevent children
entrapment, you must
reinstall the divider using
provided screws after
cleaning or other actions
if you removed the divider
from the drawer.

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

- It may cause a personal
injury or material damage.

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

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

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

• Do not store low
temperature-sensitive
pharmaceutical products,
scientific materials or other

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low temperature-sensitive
products in the refrigerator.

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

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

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

- This may result in an electric
shock or fire.

only for the storage
of food in a domestic
environment.

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

• In the event of a gas leak
(such as propane gas,
LP gas, etc.), ventilate
immediately without
touching the power plug.
Do not touch the appliance
or power cord.

- Do not use a ventilating fan.

- A spark may result in an
explosion or fire.

• Use only the LED Lamps
provided by manufacturer or
service agent.

SAFETY INFORMATION

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

- This may cause frostbite.

• Do not use me chanical
devices or any other means
to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those
recommended by the
manufacturer.

• Do not damage the
refrigerant circuit.

• 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.

• This product is intended

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If not, a serious injury may

occur.

electric shock.

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

• Do not attempt to repair,
disassemble, or modify
the appliance yourself.

- Do not use any fuse(such
as cooper, steel wire, etc.)
other than the standard fuse.

- When repairing or reinstalling
the appliance is required,
contact your nearest service
center.

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

• If the appliance
generates a strange
noise, a burning or smell
or smoke, unplug the
power plug immediately
and contact your
nearest service center.

- Failing to do so may result in
an electric or fire hazards.

• Pull the power plug out of
the socket before changing
the interior lamps of the
refrigerator

- Otherwise, there is a risk of

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

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

- Please contact your service
agent.

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

- There is a risk of fire.

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

- This may result in an electric
shock or fire.

• Do not stand on top of the
appliance or place objects
(such as laundry, lighted
candles, lighted cigarettes,
dishes, chemicals, metal
objects, etc.) on the
appliance.

- This may result in an electric
shock, fire, problems with

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the product, or injury.

containers in the freezer.

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

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

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

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

CAUTION SIGNS FOR

CAUTION

USING

• To get best performance
from the product,

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

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

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

• Do not place carbonated
or fizzy drinks in the freezer
compartment.
Do not put bottles or glass

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

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

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

• 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 filter
may break and cause water
leakage.

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

• Fill the water tank, ice tray,

SAFETY INFORMATION

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water cubes only with
potable water.

or excessive force onto the
surface of glass.

• Use only the ice-maker
provided with the
refrigerator.

• The water supply to this
refrigerator must only be
connected to a potable
water supply only.

• In order to operate the
ice-maker properly, water
pressure of 138 ~ 862 kPa
(1.4 ~ 8.8 kgf/cm³) 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.

• Do not spray volatile material
such as insecticide onto the
surface of the appliance.

- As well as being harmful to
humans, it may also result
in an electric shock, fire or
problems with the product.

• Do not apply strong shock

- Broken glass may result
in a personal injury and/or
property damage.

CAUTION SIGNS

CAUTION

FOR CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE

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

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

- This may result in
discoloration, deformation,
damage, electric shock or
fire.

• Do not use or place any
substances sensitive
to temperature such
as inflammable sprays,
inflammable objects, dry ice,
medicine, or chemicals near
the refrigerator.
Do not keep volatile or
inflammable objects or
substances (benzene,
thinner, propane gas, etc.) in
the refrigerator.

- This refrigerator is for storing

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food only.

• This may result in a fire or an
explosion.

• Do not spray cleaning
products directly on the
display.

- Printed letters on the display
may come o.

• If any foreign substance
such as water has entered
the appliance, unplug the
power plug and contact your
nearest service center.

- Failing to do so may result in
an electric shock or fire.

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

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

- Failing to do so may result in
an electric shock or fire.

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

- It may cause a personal
injury or material damage.

• Before cleaning or
performing maintenance,

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unplug the appliance
from the wall socket.

- Failing to do so may result in
an electric shock or fire.

SEVERE WARNING

WARNING

SIGNS FOR
DISPOSAL

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

• R-600a or R-134a is used
as a refrigerant. Check the
compressor label on the rear
of the appliance or the rating
label inside the refrigerator to
see which refrigerant is used
for your refrigerator.
When this product contains
flammable gas (Refrigerant
R-600a), contact your local
authority in regard to safe
disposal of this product.
Cyclopentane is used as an
insulation blowing gas.
The gases in insulation
material require special
disposal procedure.
Please contact your local
authorities in regard to
the environmentally safe
disposal of this product.

SAFETY INFORMATION

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Ensure that none of the
pipes on the back of the
appliances are damaged
prior to disposal. The pipes
shall be broken in the open
space.

• When disposing of this or
other refrigerator/s, remove
the door/door seals, door
latch so that children or
animals cannot become
trapped inside.
Leave the shelves in place
so that children may not
easily climb 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
suocate to death.

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

• It is hazardous for anyone
other than an Authorised
Service Person to service
this appliance.
In Queensland – the
authorized Service Person
MUST hold a Gas Work

Authorisation or Licence for
hydrocarbon refrigerants, to
carry out Servicing or repairs
which involve the removal of
covers. (For Australia only)

ADDITIONAL TIPS
FOR PROPER USAGE

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

- Most power failures that are
corrected within an hour
or two will not aect your
refrigerator temperatures.
However, you should
minimize the number of door
openings while the power is
o.

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

• The appliance might
not operate consistently
(possibility of temperature
becoming too warm in the
refrigerator) when sited
for an extended period of
time below the cold end of
the range of temperature

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for which the refrigerating
appliance is designed.

• In case of particular foods,
keeping it under refrigeration
can have a bad eect on
preservation due to its
properties.

• 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.

Saving Energy Tips

- Install the appliance in
a cool, dry room with
adequate ventilation.
Ensure that it is not exposed
to direct sunlight and never
put it near a direct source of
heat (radiator, for example).

- Not to block any vents and
grilles is recommended for
energy eciency.

- 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.

SAFETY INFORMATION

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

- Do not set temperature
colder than necessary.

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- Ensure sucient air exhaust
at the refrigerator base
and at the back wall of the
refrigerator.
Do not cover air vent
openings.

- It is recommended to
install the refrigerator with
clearance to the back and
sides.
This will help reduce power
consumption and keep your
energy bills lower.

- For the most ecient use
of energy, please keep the
all inner fittings such as
baskets, drawers, shelves
on the position supplied by
manufacturer.

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

- sta kitchen areas in shops,
oces and other working
environments;

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

- bed and breakfast type
environments;

- catering and similar non­retail applications.

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Setting up your French Door
Refrigerator

GETTING READY TO INSTALL
THE REFRIGERATOR

Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung
refrigerator. We hope you enjoy the state-of-art
features and eciencies that this new appliance
oers.

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 level (or nearly level) flooring.

• A location with enough space for the
refrigerator doors to open easily.

• A location that allows sucient space to the
right, left, back, and top for air circulation.
If the refrigerator does not have enough space,
it can cause the bad influence to refrigeration
eciency and power consumption.

• A location that allows you to move the
refrigerator easily if it needs maintenance or
service.

• Do not install the refrigerator in locations where
the temperature is over 110 °F (43 °C) or
below 50 °F (10 °C ).

B

B

AA

E

E

D

C

C

Depth “A” 864mm

Width “B” 908mm

Height “C” 1749mm

Overall Height “D” 1777mm

Depth “E” 926mm

50 mm

125° 125°

1578 mm

908 mm

D

335 mm

SETTING UP

122 mm

748 mm

Each measurement based on the design
dimension, so it may dier depending on
the measuring method.

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61 mm

1267 mm

1375 mm

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’ on page

22.

Flat-blade screw

driver(-)

Control Lever

REMOVING THE
REFRIGERATOR DOORS

For some installations, you need to remove the
fridge doors and freezer drawer so you can move
the refrigerator to its final location.

Do not remove the doors/drawers if you
don’t need to. If you do not need to remove the

refrigerator doors or drawers, go to ‘Adjusting the
Level’ on page 22. If you need to remove the
doors and drawers. continue below.
Before removing the doors or drawers, make sure
you read the following warnings:

Disconnect power to the refrigerator

WARNING

before removing the door or drawer.

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. 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 a refrigerator, you need to pull and
push it straight forwards or back.
Do not wiggle it from side to side.

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

• Be careful not to injure yourself while removing
the doors/drawer.

• Reattach the doors/drawer properly to avoid:

- Moisture from air leakage.

- Uneven door alignment.

- Wasting energy due to improper door seal.

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Disassembling the refrigerator doors

Be careful not to drop and scratch the

WARNING

doors while removing them.

2. Disconnect the two connectors ( 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.

Required Tools (Not provided)

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

Philips

screwdriver(+)

Pliers

With the door opened

1. Remove the 3 screws holding down the TOP

TABLE ( 1 ) and separate the connected wires.

Flat-blade

screwdriver(-)

Allen wrench

(3/16”) (5mm)

Socket wrench

(13/32”) (10mm)

( 1 )

( 2 )

( 3 )

( 4 )

3. Pull and remove the hinge lever ( 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 )

4. Lift the door straight up to remove.

SETTING UP

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5. Remove the screw ( 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 ).

( 10 )

( 8 )

( 9 )

DISASSEMBLING THE FLEX
DOOR

1. Take out the Flex Zone ( 1 ) by lifting it up.

( 1 )

Allen wrench

RE-ATTACHING THE
REFRIGERATOR DOORS

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

1. The Water Line must be fully inserted into the
center of the transparent coupler (Type A)
or the Guide Lines (Type B) to prevent water
leakage from the dispenser.

Type A Type B

Dispenser

Center of Transparent

coupler

The Guide Lines

2. Take o the cover ( 2 ) w/harness with a flat­blade screwdriver (-).

( 2 )

3. Press the locking tab and separate the Wire
Connector.

When reassembling it, be sure to connect

CAUTION

the wire harness.
If it is not connected, the Flex Room does not
work.

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4. Remove 1 hex head bolt from each side with a
socket wrench (10 mm).

5. Lift up the Flex door from the rails.

DISASSEMBLING THE
FREEZER DOOR

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

SETTING UP

2. Remove the freeze room guard ( 1 ) by lifting
the guard up.

( 1 )

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

RE-ASSEMBLING THE FLEX
DOOR

To reattach the flex doors, assemble parts in
reverse order.

Be sure to connect the Flex Door Wire

CAUTION

Connector. If it is not connected, the Flex
Room does not work.

( 2 )

You can scratch the side of the bin if you

CAUTION

twist it left or right when disassembling or
re-assembling it.

4. Press the fixing hook of the rail system.

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5. Holding the top of the Freezer Drawer, pull it
out all the way, and then remove it from the rail
system.

• Be careful not to scratch or dent the

CAUTION

• Make sure that you mount the freezer basket

• Putting too much food into the freezer

sliding rail by letting it strike the floor.

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

drawers can prevent the freezer from closing
completely and can cause frost build-up.

RE-ASSEMBLING THE
FREEZER DOOR

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

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, you will not
be able to get the doors perfectly even, which
may cause moisture condensation and increased
energy bills. Below is an example of how to level
the refrigerator if the left side of the refrigerator is
lower than the right side.

How to adjust the level

1. Open the freezer drawer and remove the lower
basket.

2. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver (-) into the
notch on the left control lever, and then 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 dicult to remove the cover leg
front from the refrigerator, so we do not
recommend making small adjustments
with the control lever. Instead, refer to the
next page for the best way to make minor
adjustments to the doors.

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Control Lever

MAKING MINOR
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE
DOORS

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

Fixed part

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

Adjustment

part

INSTALLING THE WATER
DISPENSER LINE

A water dispenser with a filter is one of the helpful
features on your new refrigerator.
To help promote better health, the water filter
removes unwanted particles from your water.
However, it does not sterilize or destroy
microorganisms.
You may need to purchase a water purifying
system to do that.
In order for the ice maker to operate properly, a
water pressure of 138 ~ 862kPa is required.
Under normal conditions, a 170cc (5.75oz.) cup
can be filled in about 10 seconds.
If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low
water pressure (below 138kPa), you can install
a booster pump to compensate for the low
pressure.
After you have connected the water line, make
sure the water storage tank inside the refrigerator
is properly filled.
To do this, press the water dispenser lever until
the water runs from the water outlet.

SETTING UP

1. Pull out the Convertible door ( 1 ) to expose
the lower hinge ( 2 ).

2. Insert a philips screwdriver (+) ( 3 ) into the
shaft ( 4 ) of the lower hinge.

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

DOWN

) or

counterclockwise ( UP).

( 2 )

( 4 )

( 1 )

( 3 ) ( 3 )

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

Water line installation kits are include with
unit. You can find it in freezer drawer.

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

Parts for water line Installation

Water line fixer and screws Pipe connector

Water line

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Connecting to the water supply line

1. First, shut o the main water supply line.

2. Locate the nearest cold, drinking water line.

3. Follow the Water line Installation Instructions in

the installation kit.

CAUTION

The water line must be connected to the
cold water pipe.
If it is connected to the hot water pipe, it
may cause the purifier to malfunction.

Close Main Water

pipe

Connecting the water line to the
refrigerator

1. Remove the cap from the water line on the unit
and insert the compression nut of the water
line into the water line on the unit.

2. Connect the water line on the unit with the
water line in the kit.

3. Tighten the compression nut onto the
compression fitting.
There should be no gaps between (A, B & C).

4. Turn water on and check for any leakage.

Only connect the water line to a drinkable
water source.
If you have to repair or disassemble the
water line, cut o 6.5 mm of the plastic
tubing to make sure you get a snug, leak­free connection.

Remove cap

Loosen a

Close Main
Water pipe

No gap

4. After connecting the water supply to the water
filter, turn your main water supply back on and
dispense about 3 L to clear and prime the
water filter.

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Water Line from

unit

No gap

Water Line from

Kit

Before being used, the leakage in these

CAUTION

places should be examined.

• Samsung Warranty does not cover WATER
LINE INSTALLATION.

• It will be done at customer’s charge unless the
retail price includes installation cost.

• Please contact Plumber or Authorized Installer
for the installation if needed.

• If Water leakage occurs due to improper
installation, Please contact installer.

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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.

1. Make sure your refrigerator is in an appropriate
location with reasonable clearance between it
and the wall. Refer to installation instructions in
this manual.

2. Once the refrigerator is plugged in, make sure
the interior light comes on when you open the
doors.

3. Set the Temperature control to the coldest
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.

4. After you plug the refrigerator in, it will
take a few hours to reach the appropriate
temperature. You can store food and drinks
in the refrigerator after the temperature is
suciently cool.

If condensation or water drops appear
on both sides of the fridge door’s central
part, turn the Energy Saver mode o after
removing the condensation.
(See the explanation of the Energy Saver
button in “Using the Control Panel” on
page 26.)

SETTING UP

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Operating your French Door
Refrigerator

USING THE CONTROL PANEL

( 1 )

( 2 )

( 3 )

( 8 ) ( 6 )

( 7 )

( 1 ) Freezer/Power Freeze (3sec)

The Freezer button serves two purposes:

- To set the Freezer to your desired
temperature.

- To turn the Power Freeze function on and
o.

1) To set the Freezer temperature,
touch the Freezer button. You can set the
temperature between 5°F (-15°C) and -8°F
(-23°C).

2) Power Freeze function
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).
When you use this function, the energy
consumption of the refrigerator will increase.
Remember to turn it o when you don’t
need it and return the freezer to your original
temperature setting. If you need to freeze a
large amount of food,
activate the Power Freeze function at least
24hours before you put the food into the
freezer.

( 10 )

( 4 )

( 5 )

( 9 )

( 2 ) Alarm/Filter Reset (3sec)

The Alarm button serves two purposes:

- To turn the door open alarm on and o

- To reset the water filter life indicator.

1) Door Alarm Function
If the door alarm is set to On, an alarm beeps
if any refrigerator door is left open for more
than three minutes. The beeping stops when
you close the door. The door alarm function
is pre-set to On in the factory. You can turn it
o by pressing and then releasing the Alarm
button. You can turn it back on in the same
fashion. The icon lights up when the function
is on.
When the Door Alarm function is on and the
alarm sound is triggered, the Door Alarm Icon
will blink while the alarm sounds.

2) Water Filter Life Indicator Function
After you replace the water filter, touch and
hold this button for 3seconds to reset the
water filter life indicator. When you reset the
water filter life indicator, the Filter icon on the
panel turns O. The Filter icon will turn red to
let you know it is time to change the water
filter after six months (about 300gallons).
Some areas have large amounts of lime in
their water, which causes the water filter to
clog more quickly. If this is the case in your
area, you will have to change the filter more
frequently than every six months.

( 3 ) Energy Saver

Touching this button turns Energy Saver
mode on and o. When you turn Energy
Saver on, the Energy Saver icon lights.
Turn Energy Saver o and the icon goes o.
The Energy Saver function’s factory setting is
“ON”. If condensation or water drops appear
on the doors, turn the Energy Saver mode
o.

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( 4 ) Fridge/Power Cool (3sec)

The Fridge button serves two purposes:

- To set the Fridge to your desired

temperature.

- To turn the Power Cool function on and

o.

1) To set the Fridge temperature, press the
Fridge button. You can set the temperature
between 44°F (7°C) and 34°F (1°C).

2) Power Cool function

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).

( 5 )

Lighting/ºC ↔ ºF (3sec)

The Lighting button serves two purposes:

- To turn the dispenser light on and o

- To switch the temperature units between
ºC and ºF

1) Light Function
Touching the Lighting button turns on the
Dispenser LED lamp in continuous mode so
that it stays on continuously. The button also
lights up. If you want the Dispenser lamp
to come on only when some one uses the
dispenser, press the Lighting button to turn
the continuous mode o.

2) To switch the temperature units between
ºC and ºF

Touch and hold this button for 3seconds to
select the temperature display you want.
Each time you press and hold the button, the
ºC and ºF temperature modes alternate and
the ºC or ºF icon lights up, indicating your
selection.

( 6 ) Ice Maker O/Control Lock (3sec)

The Ice Maker O button serves two
purposes:

- To turn the Ice maker on and o

- To turn the Control Lock Function on and
o.

1) Ice O Function
If you don’t want to make more ice, press the
Ice Maker O button.

2) Control Lock Function
Touch and hold this button for 3seconds to
lock the display, the Flex Zone panel, and
the dispenser buttons so the buttons can not
be used.
When Control Lock is on, the refrigerator
does not dispense ice or water, even if the
Dispenser Lever is pressed.
The Control Lock icon lights up to indicate
you’ve activated the Control Lock function.
Press 3seconds to unlock.

( 7 ) Water

Touch this button to dispense water.
This mode can not be used with the Ice Type
mode simultaneously.
Water mode shuts o when you touch the
Cubed/Crushed Ice button.

( 8 ) Filter

Water filter usage

This icon lights up when you need to change
the filter, usually after the refrigerator has
dispensed about 300gallons of water (after
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 and holding
the Hold 3sec for Filter Reset button for
3seconds.

- 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.

OPERATING

( 9 ) Ice Type

Touch this button to select your desired
ice type. Cubed and crushed ice modes
alternate when you press the button.
This mode can not be used with the Water
mode simultaneously.

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To save electricity, the Panel Display turns o
automatically under the following conditions:
When no button has been pressed, when
no doors are open, or when no Dispenser
Lever has been pushed. However, the
icon indicating your cubed or crushed ice
selection, will stay on. When you press a
button, open a door, or push a Dispenser
Lever, the Panel Display will turn on again.
Except for the Energy Saver, Water, and
Cubed/Crushed Ice buttons, all function
buttons will become operational after you
remove your finger from the button you are
currently pressing.

( 10 ) Ice Maker O

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

We recommend you stop ice making
if the following occur:

- There is enough ice in the ice
bucket.

- You want to save water and
energy.

- Water is not being supplied to the
refrigerator.

If the ice maker function is ON, and
the water line is not connected, there
will be a water valve noise from the
back of the unit. If this occurs, press
the Ice Maker O (Control Lock(3sec))
button for less than 3seconds until

the Ice O Indicator ( ) illuminates.

CHANGING THE WATER
FILTER

To reduce risk of water

WARNING

damage to your property
DO NOT use generic
brands of water filters
in your SAMSUNG
Refrigerator.

USE ONLY SAMSUNG BRAND WATER
FILTERS. SAMSUNG is not 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 Filters.

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

1. Shut o the water supply. Then, turn the water
filter ( 1 ) about 1/4 turn, counter-clockwise.

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

(Red)

( 2 )

( 1 )

Cooling O Mode

Cooling O mode (also called Shop mode),
is designed for use by retailers when they are
displaying refrigerators on the shop floor.
In Cooling O mode, the refrigerator’s fan
motor and lights work normally, but the
compressors do not run, and the refrigerator
and freezer do not get cold.
To start Cooling O mode, touch and hold
the Freezer, Fridge and Alarm buttons for 5
seconds during normal operation.
The refrigerator chime sounds and the
temperature display flashes OFF.
To cancel Cooling O mode, touch and hold
the Freezer, Fridge and Alarm buttons again
for 5 seconds.

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• To change the water filter more easily,
shut o the water supply valve.

• Sometimes, it is hard to disassemble the water
filter because impurities in the water cause it
to stick. If you are having diculties, 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 overflow, empty the water tray filter
( 3 ) and dry around of case filter ( 2 ).

5. Touch and hold the “Alarm / hold 3 sec for

Filter Reset” button (

3 seconds to reset the water filter indicator.

(Filter Reset)

) for about

The indicator’s red light will turn o.

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

For a replacement water filter, visit your
local home Improvement center or visit
Samsung’s parts distributor on line at:

http://www.samsungparts.com

OPERATING

( 2 )

( 3 )

3. Insert the new filter into the filter case ( 4 ).

( 4 )

4. Push the filter, and then turn it clockwise until
it locks.

• If you have trouble inserting the water
filter because of high water pressure,
shut o the water supply valve.

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

Be sure the replacement water filter has
the SAMSUNG logo on the box and on the
water filter.

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

1. Turn ON the main water supply and supply
water from water supply line.

2. Run water through the dispenser until the
water runs clear (approx. 6 to 7 minutes).
This will clean the water supply system and
remove air from the lines.

3. Additional flushing may
be required in some
households.

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

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

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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 if the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter
if necessary.

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

• If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may
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

The basic and recommended temperatures of the
Freezer and Fridge compartments are 0°F and
37°F (or -18°C and 3°C) respectively.
If the temperature of the Freezer and Fridge
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

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

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

-23°C to -15°C).

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-5°F ➞ -6°F ➞ -7°F ➞ -8°F ➞

➞

5°F ➞ 4°F ➞ 3°F ➞ 2°F ➞ 1°F ➞
0°F.

-22°C ➞ -23°C ➞ -15°C ➞

➞

-16°C ➞ -17°C ➞ -18°C.

Controlling the fridge temperature

USING THE ONE LEVER
DISPENSER

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

OPERATING

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

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 control process for the Fridge
works just like the Freezer process. Press the
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.

- The temperature of the Freezer or Fridge
may rise when you open the doors too
frequently, or if a large amount of warm
or hot food is placed inside.

- A rise in temperature 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.

NO ICE

Select this if you want

to turn ice maker o

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.

• To select water, press the water button on the
display, and then press the dispenser lever.

• To select Ice, press the ICE type button of
your choice on the display, and then press the
dispenser lever.

• If you have selected cubed ice, when you
press the lever, the dispenser may dispense a
small amount of crushed ice first.

• If ice doesn’t come out, pull out the ice bucket
and press the test button located on the right
side of ice maker.

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check the

water level

Test button

• Do not press the test button continuously
when the tray is filled with ice or water.
Water may overflow or ice may jam the bucket.

• When you press the Test button, you will hear
the refrigerator chime (ding-dong).
When the chime sounds, release the Test
button.

• The chime sounds automatically again to let
you know the ice maker is working well.

• Replace the ice bucket.

If There is a Power Failure

If a power failure occurs, ice cubes may melt then
freeze together when the power comes back on,
causing the dispenser to be out of order.

To prevent this problem, after a power failure, pull
out the ice bucket and discard the residual ice or
water.
After you dump the ice from the ice bucket, you
should press the dispenser lever once with the
‘Water’ or ‘Ice Type’ function ON. The ice maker
will make new ice faster after you return the ice
bucket to the refrigerator.

Ice Making

To fill the ice bucket to maximum capacity after
installation, follow these steps:

1. Allow your refrigerator to operate and cool
down for 24 hours (or 1 full day).

- Waiting 24 hours will allow your ice maker to
cool properly.

2. Dispense 4 to 6 ice cubes into the glass.

3. After 8, and then 16 hours, dispense a full

glass of ice.

• To clean the ice bin/bucket, wash

CAUTION

• When you select Cubed Ice after using the

with a mild detergent, rinse well, and
dry thoroughly it. Do not use harsh or
abrasive cleaners or solvents.

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

If you use all the ice at once, you must
repeat Steps 2 and 3 on the previous
page. However, only wait 8 hours before
dispensing the first 4 to 6 ice cubes. This
will replenish the ice cubes and ensure
maximum ice production.

USING THE ICE OFF
FUNCTION

When you select the Ice O mode, remove all ice
cubes from the bucket. If you leave the ice cubes
in the bucket, the ice cubes may clump together,
making it dicult to remove them. To remove
the ice bucket safely and avoid injury, hold the
bottom of the bucket with one hand and the side
of the bucket with the other. Then, lift up on the
ice bucket, and pull it straight out. To put the ice
bucket back in, push it firmly straight back.

If the ice bucket is not pushed firmly into
place, ice in the bucket can melt.

If the bucket does not fit, turn the helix 90 degree
(see the last illustration on the right, below) and try
again.

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• Use only the ice maker provided with

CAUTION

• To operate the ice maker properly, water

the refrigerator. The water supply to
this refrigerator must only be installed/
connected by a suitably qualified
person. Connect to a potable water
supply only.

pressure of 20 ~ 125 psi is required.

Going on vacation...

If you are going on a long vacation or business
trip and won’t use the water or ice dispensers for
a long time:

- Close the water valve. Otherwise, water
leakage may occur.

- Remove all food and ice in the ice bucket.

- Unplug the refrigerator.

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

Ice Maker Do’s and Don’ts

• Do not put your fingers, hands or any other
unsuitable objects in the chute or ice-maker
bucket

- It may result in personal injury or material
damage.

• Never put your finger or any other objects in
the dispenser opening.

- It may cause injury.

• Do not try to disassemble the ice maker.

• Do not wash or spray the ice bucket with
water while it is in the refrigerator.
Remove it to clean it

When you insert the Ice maker tray, be

CAUTION

sure that the tray is well centered at the
entrance.

Otherwise, the tray may get stuck.

Water clouding phenomenon

All water provided to the refrigerator flows
through the core filter which is an alkaline
water filter. In the filtering process, the
pressure of the water that has flowed out
of the filter is increased, and the water
becomes saturated with oxygen and
nitrogen. When this water flows out into
the air, the pressure plummets and the
oxygen and nitrogen get supersaturated,
which results in gas bubbles.
The water may temporarily look misty or
cloudy due to these oxygen bubbles.
After a few seconds, the water will look
clear.

OPERATING

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PARTS AND FEATURES

Review the illustration below to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.

Fridge

FF Ice-Maker

Foldable-Shelf

Fixed-Shelf

Vertical Hinged

Section

Vegetable & Fruit

Drawers

Flex Zone

Light

Water Filter

Guard

Freezer

Light

Fixed-Shelf

Quick-Space
Glass Shelf

Door Bins

Moving tray Bins

Convertible Room

Auto Pull Out Drawer

Freezer Drawer Bin

When closing the door, make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid
scratching the other door.
If the Vertical Hinged Section is reversed, put it back to the right position and close the door.
Moisture may appear at times on the Vertical Hinged Section.
The door handle may become loose over time. If this happens, tighten the bolts found on the
inside of the door.
If you close one door with too much force, the other door may open.

When the door opens, the interlock switch automatically turns o the auger motor in the ice
maker for safety reasons.

If the interior or exterior LED lamp has gone out, please contact Samsung Customer Support.

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USING THE FLEX ZONE

The Flex Zone is a full-width drawer with an
adjustable temperature control. You can use the
Flex Zone for large party trays, deli items, wines,
pizzas, beverages, or miscellaneous items.
There is a temperature sensor which lets you
adjust the amount of cold air allowed into the
Zone. The control buttons are located on the cap
door center.

If you put stu on the Stainless steel metal
cooling plate and it falls or is dropped, the
Metal cooling plate can be scratched or
damaged. Please be careful to handle it.

Temperature Selection Button

Flex Zone Modes

1. When “Wine/Party Dishes” is selected,
the temperature of the Flex Zone will be kept
around 42 °F (5 °C). This feature helps keep
food fresh for a long time.

2. When “Deli/Snack” is selected, the
temperature of the Flex Zone will be kept
around 37 °F (3 °C). This feature helps keep
food fresh for a longer time.

3. When “Cold Drink” is selected, the
temperature of the Flex Zone will be kept
around 33 °F (1 °C). This feature helps keep
drinks cold and refreshing.

4. When “Meat/Fish” is selected, the
temperature of the Flex Zone will be kept
around 29 °F (-1 °C). This feature helps keep
meat or fish fresh for a longer time.

Examples of food items you can store in the Flex
Zone by temperature setting.

Wine
Party
Dishes

• wine

• cocktails • lemons • juice • cold cuts

• cakes • biscuits • soft drinks • bacon

• cheeses • potatoes • beer • chili dogs

Deli
Snacks

• pineapples

Cold
Drinks

• bottled
water

Meat
Fish

• steaks

OPERATING

Fruit and vegetables may be damaged if
stored under the “Meat Fish” setting.
Do not store lettuce or other leafy produce
in the Flex Zone.

Do not store glass bottles in the Flex Zone

CAUTION

• Press the Temp button repeatedly until your
desired mode is lit.

• Each time you press the Temp button, you

under the “Cold Drinks” or “Meat/Fish”
setting. If they are frozen, they can break
and cause personal injury.

change the mode in this order: Meat/Fish
mode (29 °F (-1 °C)), Cold Drinks mode (33 °F
(1 °C)), Deli/Snack mode (37 °F (3 °C)), Wine/
Party Dishes mode (42 °F (5 °C)). Initially, the
Deli/Snacks mode is selected. The refrigerator
will adjust the temperature in the Flex Zone
automatically to the temperature you selected.

• The Flex Zone Temp. Display may change
depending on the number of items inside,
where they are located, the ambient
temperature, and how often the door is
opened.

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REMOVING THE
REFRIGERATOR
ACCESSORIES

1. Door Bins

• Door Bins (1), Moving tray Bins (3)
To remove - Simply lift the bin up and
pull straight out.
To relocate - Slide it in above the desired
location and push down until it stops.

• 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.

Injuries can occur if the door bins are not
firmly connected to the doors.
Do not allow children to play with the bins.
Sharp corners of the bins may cause
injury.

Moving tray Bins (3) can slide open like a
drawer after opening the Outer Door.

( 1 )

( 2 )

( 3 )

• Do not adjust a bin full of food.

CAUTION

Remove the food first.
To remove dust from the bins, remove
the guard and wash in water.

• Injuries can occur if large bottles in
the bottom door bins fall over when
you open the doors. Open the doors
carefully.

When the Outer Door is opened more

CAUTION

than normal (more than 105°), the Inner
Door can scrape against the inner portion
of the Outer Door.

• Do not open the Inner Door when the

CAUTION

Outer Door is open. Close the Outer
door so that the Handle Latch catches
on the Inner Door, and then open the
Inner and Outer Doors together.

• When you close the Outer Door, make sure
you hear the “click” sound of the latch
catching on the Inner Door.

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How to use the Multi Supporter

2. Tempered Glass shelves

1. When not in use, leave the Multi Supporter
flipped over as shown in the diagram.

2. Flip the Multi Supporter to position ( 1 ) to
prevent items from falling out and over.

( 1 )

3. Flip the Multi Supporter to position ( 2 ) to use
it as a divider.

( 2 )

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 re-install - 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.

( 1 )

( 2 )

• The Tempered Glass shelves are heavy.

CAUTION

Use special care when removing them.

• After sliding the foldable shelf in and
folding it, the Shelf Front can be
removed for your convenience.
If you use the self without removing the
Shelf Front, be aware the Shelf Front
can separate from the shelf.

OPERATING

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3. Vegetable & Fruit Drawers

To remove

• Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out.

• Tilt up the front of the drawer and pull straight
towards you. Then, move the drawer slightly
in the direction of the arrow in the illustration
below, and then pull out.

4. Flex Zone

To remove the Flex Zone – Pull the Flex door
out to full extension. Lift the Flex Zone up, pulling
it to your body with both hands.

To re-install the Flex Zone – Open the Flex door
to full extension. Tilt the front of the Flex Zone up,
place the back of the Flex Zone onto the rails, and
then lower the front until the whole Zone rests on
the rails.

To remove the divider and the metal cooling
plate from the Flex Zone

1. Slide the divider to the end, and pull it up to

remove as shown.

To re-install

• Insert the drawer into the frame rails and push
back into place.

• Slide the bin in above the desired location and
push down until it stops.

2. Turn over the drawer to remove the metal
cooling plate.

The drawers need to be removed before

CAUTION

the glass shelf above them can be lifted
out.

The Drawer and Metal cooling plate are

CAUTION

heavy. It may cause a personal injury or
material damage.

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To reinsert the metal cooling plate into the
Flex Zone along with the divider – Follow

the removal steps above in the reverse order to
reinsert the metal cooling plate.
Reinsert the divider into the Flex Zone firmly until
you hear a clicking sound.

If the Flex Zone or LED lighting is not
working, check the connectors [ ( 1 ), ( 2 )
shown below ] for cracks or leaks.

( 2 )

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. If the door is opened more
than its auto close range, it will remain open.
You must close it manually.

OPERATING

REMOVING THE FREEZER
ACCESSORIES

1. Freezer Room Guard

To remove - Remove the freezer room guard (1)
by lifting the guard up.
To re-install - Push down until the guard (1)
locks into place.

( 1 )

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 re-install - Place the drawer onto the rails (4)
by tilting it up. Lower the drawer into place until it

( 1 )

1. Refer to page 20 for disassembly instructions.

2. Open the cap cover rail with a flat-blade

screwdriver.

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is horizontal and slide the Drawer (3) in.

( 3 )

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( 4 )

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 re-install the freezer drawer - Place the bin
into the rail assembly.

•

CAUTION

• Do not allow babies or children to go inside

• Do not remove the divider.

You can scratch the side of the bin if you
twist it left or right when disassembling
or re-assembling it.

the freezer drawer. They could damage the
refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not sit on the freezer door.
The door may break. Do not allow children to
climb into the freezer drawer.

CLEANING THE
REFRIGERATOR

Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator
prolongs its life and helps keep it 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.

If trapped inside, children may be injured

WARNING

or suocate to death.

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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

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or Clorox for

• You can erase the printed letters

refrigerator. Use a clean, damp cloth to
clean.

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

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

Cleaning the Rubber door seals

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

Do not clean the refrigerator with benzene,

CAUTION

thinner, or car detergent.
These substances could cause a fire.

Cleaning the rear side of the
refrigerator

To keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and
dirt accumulation, vacuum the rear side of the
appliance once or twice a year.

Do not remove the back cover (1).

CAUTION

You could suer an electric shock.

OPERATING

( 1 )

Cleaning the Ice / Water
Dispenser

Push down one end of the tray dispenser and
remove it. Wipe the Ice / Water Dispenser with a
clean, soft cloth.

When using the crushed

CAUTION

ice 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.

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM SOLUTION

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

The food in the
fridge is frozen.

You hear
unusual noise
or sounds.

• Check if the power plug is properly connected.

• Check if the set temperature on the digital display is warmer than the freezer or fridge
inner temperature. If it is, set the freezer or fridge to a colder temperature.

• Is the refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source?
If so, it may not be able to cool suciently. Install it in a location that is out of direct
sunlight and not near a heat source.

• Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall, preventing proper ventilation?
If so, it may not be able to cool suciently.
Keep it an appropriate distance from the wall.

• Is there too much food inside so that the food is blocking the outlet vent?
To keep the refrigerator at a suitable temperature, do not fill the refrigerator with too
much food.

• Check if the set temperature on the digital display is too low.
If so, raise the set temperature inside the refrigerator.

• Is the temperature in the room too low? Set the refrigerator warmer.

• Did you store food with a high moisture content in the coldest part of the refrigerator or
near the cooling outlet vent?
Try moving those items to the other shelves in the fridge instead of keeping them in the
colder areas or bins.

• Check if the refrigerator is level and stable.

• Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall, preventing proper ventilation?

• Was anything dropped behind or under the refrigerator?

• If you hear a “ticking” sound from inside the refrigerator, this is normal.
It occurs because various parts contract or expand in response to temperature changes
in the refrigerator interior.

• If it sounds as if something is hitting something else inside the refrigerator, this is
normal. The sound is caused by the compressor operating at high capacity.

The cabinet­door sealing
area of the
appliance
is hot and
condensation is

• Some heat is normal as anti-condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of
the refrigerator to prevent condensation.

• Is the refrigerator door ajar?
Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for a long time.

occurring.

The ice Maker
is not producing
ice.

You can
hear water

• It may take longer to make ice if it is not suciently cool, such as when first installed.

• Is the water line connected and the shut-o valve opened?

• Did you manually stop the ice making function?

• Check if the filter is properly installed. If it is not properly installed, the ice making
function may not work.

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

bubbling in the
refrigerator.

There is a bad
smell in the
refrigerator.

• Check for spoiled food.

• Foods with strong odors (for example, fish) should be tightly covered.

• Clean out the freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled food.
When cleaning the inside of the fridge, store food elsewhere and unplug the appliance.
Wipe with a dry dishcloth after 2-3 hours and then circulate air inside the refrigerator.

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PROBLEM SOLUTION

Frost forms on
the walls of the
freezer.

The water
dispenser is not
functioning.

The auto close
system does
not work with
the freezer
door.

Condensation
or water
drops forms
on vertical
mullion and
surroundings,
etc.

• Is the air vent blocked?
Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely.

• Allow sucient space between the stored foods for ecient air circulation.

• Is the freezer drawer closed properly?
If the freezer drawer is not completely closed or is blocked, humidity from outside may
enter and cause severe frost to form.

• Is the water line connected and the shut-o valve opened?

• Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked?

• Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction.

• Is the water tank frozen because the fridge temperature is too low?
Try selecting a warmer setting on the Digital display.

• Is the Child Lock on?

• Check if the filter is properly installed.
If it is not properly installed, the water dispenser may not work.

• Is there an imbalance between the right and left parts of the door?

• Open and close the door smoothly 1~2 times.
After you do this, the auto close system usually works properly again.

• Try opening the door smoothly to avoid unbalancing the right and the left part of the
door.

• Condensation or water drops may form if the humidity is too high while the refrigerator
is operating.

• If condensation or water drops appears on vertical mullion and surroundings, etc., turn
the Energy Saver mode o after removing the condensation.
(See the explanation of the Energy Saver button in “Using the Control Panel” on page

26.)

TROUBLESHOOTING

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Ambient Room Temperature Limits

This refrigerator is designed to operate in ambient temperatures specified by its temperature class marked
on the rating plate.

Class Symbol

Extended Temperate SN +10 to +32 +10 to +32

Temperate N +16 to +32 +16 to +32

Subtropical ST +16 to +38 +18 to +38

Tropical T +16 to +43 +18 to +43

IEC 62552 (ISO 15502) ISO 8561

Internal temperatures may be aected by such factors as the location of the fridge/freezer,
ambient temperature and the frequency with which you open the door.
Adjust the temperature as required to compensate for these factors.

English

(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)

This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its
electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other
household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or
human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types
of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or

their local government ofce, for details of where and how they can take these items for

environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other
commercial wastes for disposal.

Ambient Temperature range (°C)

Correct Disposal of This Product

(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products,

Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE

please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center.

7/F Science Hub Tower 4 Building, McKinley Hill Cyberpark, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Philippines 1634

1-800-10-726-7864 [ PLDT Toll Free ]

1-800-8-726-7864 [ Globe Landline and Mobile ]

02- 422-2111 [ Standard Landline ]

www.samsung.com/ph/support

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