Samsung RF31FMEDBBC, RF31FMEDBSR, RF31FMESBSR User Manual

Refrigerator

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safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers safely and efﬁ ciently. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or those who lack experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Because the following instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from the refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any question, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG or ﬁ nd help and information online at www.samsung.com.

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.

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These warning symbols 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.

WARNING

CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS

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

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

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

• 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 fire hazard from overheated wires.

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

- There is a risk of electric shock of fire.

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

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

• Do not twist or tie the power cord.

• Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.

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

- This may result in an electric shock or fire.

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

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

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• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

- Using aerosols near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire.

• Do not install this appliance near a heater or inflammable 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 fire.

• This refrigerator must be properly located and installed in accordance with the instructions in this 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 fire or electric shock.

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

- This constitutes a fire 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.

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

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

• The instructions include the following wording regarding the use of extension cords: “WARNING - 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 AC 115120 V, 10 A, or more. If a grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.”

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 AC115120V, 10A, or more. If a grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.

• Plug the power plug into the wall socket 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 modify the refrigerator. Unauthorized modifications can cause safety problems. To reverse an unauthorized modification, we will charge the full cost of parts and labor.

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

CAUTION

INSTALLATION CAUTIONS

• Allow sufficient space around the refrigerator and install it on a flat 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 obstructions.

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

• We strongly recommend you use a qualified technician or service company to install the refrigerator.

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

WARNING

• The refrigerator must be safely grounded.

- Always make sure that you have grounded the refrigerator before attempting to investigate

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CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS

• Do not insert the power plug into a wall socket with wet hands.

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• 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 insert hands, feet or metal objects (such as knives, etc.) into the bottom or the back of the refrigerator.

- This may result in an electric shock or injury.

- Any sharp edges may cause a personal injury

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

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

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

- Keep ﬁngers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when you open the doors when children are in the area.

• Do not let children hang on the door. A serious injury may occur.

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

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

- Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.

• Do not let children step on a drawer cover.

- The drawer may break and cause them to slip.

• Do not overfill 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 fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole, ice chute, or ice maker bucket.

- It may cause personal injury or material damage.

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

• Do not keep volatile or inflammable 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 fire or explosion.

• Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific 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

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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, fire, problems with the product, or injury. Do not put a container filled with water on the appliance.

- If spilled, there is a risk of fire 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, fire or problems with the product.

• 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.

• If your appliance needs to be repaired or reinstalled, contact your nearest service center.

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

• If the interior or exterior LED lamp has gone out, please contact your nearest service center.

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

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

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

• If a gas leak is detected, avoid any naked flames 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 fire.

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

• If the refrigerator emits a burning smell or smoke, unplug the refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.

• If you experience difficulty changing a non-LED light, contact a Samsung service energy.

• If the product is equipped with LED Lamps, do

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not disassemble the Lamp Covers and LED Lamps yourself.

- Please contact your service agents.

• If dust or water enters the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.

- Otherwise there is a risk of fire.

CAUTION

USAGE CAUTIONS

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

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

• Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator.

• Have the refrigerator’s water supply installed by a suitably qualified person and connected only to a potable water supply To operate the ice maker properly, water pressure of 20 ~ 125psi is required. If you will be away from home for a long period of time (on vacation, for example) and won’t be using the water or ice dispensers, close the water valve.

- Otherwise, water leakage may occur.

• If you won’t be using the refrigerator for a very long period of time, (3 weeks or more) empty the refrigerator, unplug it, close the water valve, wipe excess moisture from the inside walls, and leave the doors open to prevent odors and mold.

• Service Warranty and Modification.

- Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance are not covered under Samsung warranty service, nor is Samsung responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications.

• Do not block the air vents inside the refrigerator.

- If the air vents 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.

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

• If you have a long vacation planned or do

not intend to use the refrigerator for a long period of time, (3 weeks or more) empty the refrigerator, pull out the power plug, close the water valve, wipe excess moisture from the inside walls, and leave the doors open to prevent odors and mold.

- Letting the refrigerator run long periods of time without using it can cause the insulation to deteriorate and may cause a fire.

• To get the best performance from the product:

- Do not place food 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.

- Do not place glass or bottles or carbonated beverages into the freezer. The container may freeze and break, and this may result in injury.

- Please observe maximum storage times and expiration dates of frozen goods.

- There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply if you will be away for less than three weeks. However, if you will be away for more than three weeks, remove all the food, unplug the refrigerator, close the water valve, wipe excess moisture from the inside walls, and leave the doors open to prevent odors and mold.

• Fill the water tank, ice tray and water cubes only with potable water (mineral water or purified water).

- Do not fill the tank with tea or a Sports drink. This may damage the refrigerator.

• Do not apply strong shock or excessive force onto the surface of glass.

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

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

- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

CAUTION

CLEANING CAUTIONS

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

- There is a risk of fire or electric shock.

- Do not remove the Sparkling Module Cover (Optional) when you clean the refrigerator. Please wipe it with a clean cloth.

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

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the refrigerator to remove bad odors.

- This may result in an electric shock or fire.

• 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 fire or electric shock.

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

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

WARNING

• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity.

WARNING

CRITICAL DISPOSAL WARNINGS

• DANGER : Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

- Take off the doors and door latch.

- Leave the shelves in place so that children cannot easily climb inside.

- Children trapped inside a refrigerator can hurt themselves or suffocate to death.

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

• 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 fridge to see which refrigerant is used for your refrigerator. If this product contains flammable gas (Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local authority in regard to safe disposal of this product.

• When disposing of this refrigerator, remove the 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.

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If trapped inside, the child may get hurt or suffocate to death.

• Cyclopentane is used in the insulation. The gases in the insulation material require a special disposal procedure. Please contact your local authorities in regard to the environmentally safe disposal of this product.

• Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be dangerous to children.

- If a child places a bag over his or her head, the child could suffocate.

ADDITIONAL TIPS FOR PROPER USAGE

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

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

- If the power failure lasts more than 24 hours, remove and discard all frozen food.

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

• The appliance might not operate consistently (frozen contents can thaw or temperatures can become too warm in the frozen food compartment) when sited for an extended period of time in a location where ambient air temperatures are constantly below the temperatures for which the appliance is designed.

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

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

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

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

• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely.

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Saving Energy Tips

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

- Never block any vents or grilles on the appliance.

- Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the appliance.

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

- Do not keep the door of the appliance open for too long when putting food in or taking food out. The shorter the time the door is open, the less frost build-up you’ll have in the freezer.

- Provide sufficient clearance to the right, left, back, and top when installing for air circulation. This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower.

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contents

SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ……………………………………………… 09 OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ………………………………………………… 19 TROUBLESHOOTING ……………………………………………………………………………………… 46

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Setting up your French Door

59.7" (1516 mm)

49 5/8" (1261.5 mm)

2 inch

3/4

inch

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 efﬁ ciencies that this new appliance offers.

Selecting the best location for the refrigerator

Choose :

• A location with easy access to a water supply.

• A location without direct exposure to sunlight.

• A location with a level floor.

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

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

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

2 inch

3/4

inch

2 inch

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

Model RF31FM**

Depth “A” 35 1/2" (901mm)

Width “B” 35 6/8” (908mm)

Height “C” 68 7/8” (1749mm)

Overall Height “D” 70” (1777mm)

Depth “E” 37 7/8” (963mm)

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

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

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

59.7" (1516 mm)

01 SETTING UP

If the refrigerator does not have enough space, the internal cooling system may not work properly. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When you install the refrigerator next to a ﬁ xed wall, you need a minimum clearance of 3 ¾” (95mm) between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to swing open.

49 5/8" (1261.5 mm)

Important : Make sure that you can easily move your refrigerator to its ﬁ nal location by measuring doorways (both width and height), thresholds,

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When moving your refrigerator

Flat-blade screw driver(-)

Control Lever

To prevent floor damage, be sure the front

CAUTION

adjusting legs are in the up position (above the floor). Refer to ‘Adjusting the Level’ in the manual (on page 13).

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)

Flat-blade screw driver(-)

FLOORING

Control Lever

For proper installation, you must place this refrigerator on a level, hard surface that is the same height as the rest of the ﬂ oor. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. To protect the ﬁ nish of the ﬂ ooring, cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place it under the refrigerator where you are working. When moving the refrigerator, you need to pull and push it straight forwards or back. Do not wiggle it from side to side.

ACCESSORIES AND REQUIRED TOOLS

The following accessories are included with your refrigerator:

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 ﬁ nal location. Do not remove the doors/drawer if you don’t need to. If you do not need to remove the refrigerator doors, go to Adjusting the Level on page 13. 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

WARNING

before removing the door or drawer.

• Be careful not to drop, damage, or scratch the doors/drawers while

• Use care when you remove the doors/drawers.

• Reattach the doors/drawers properly to avoid:

- Moisture from air leakage.

- Uneven door alignment.

- Wasting energy due to improper door seal.

Disassemble the refrigerator doors

WARNING

removing them.

The doors are heavy and you could injure yourself.

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

Hex wrench

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With the door opened

Auto Closing Hinge

Check the direction

Door Middle Hinge

Red Clip

(1/4")

Allen wrench

1. Remove the 3 screws holding down the TOP TABLE (1) and separate the connected wires.

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.

If a red clip is on the coupler, you must

CAUTION

remove it before removing the tube.

Red Clip

(1/4")

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).

Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-

CAUTION

scratching surface.

Door Middle Hinge

Check the direction

- If the Auto Closing Hinge is aligned to be

Auto Closing Hinge

vertical as shown in the figure, align it to be parallel by using the Door Middle Hinge. (Refer to No.5 for the disassembly of the Door Middle Hinge)

Do not use a flat head screwdriver to align

CAUTION

the Auto close Hinge. It may get damaged. Use the Door middle Hinge instead.

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).

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4. Open the door (more than 90°), lift from the

middle hinge and remove the door.

- Due to its design features, you can disassemble and re-assemble the door when

Allen wrench

the door is open. (The holes in the Door Shaft and the Door Middle Hinge are deliberately tilted at specific angles so that it is difficult to disassemble and re-assemble with the door closed.)

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RE-ATTACHING THE

Center of Transparent coupler

The Guide Lines

Dispenser

clip A (1/4”) (6.35 mm)

Type A

Type B

REFRIGERATOR DOORS

To reattach the fridge doors after you have moved the fridge to its ﬁ nal 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.

2. Insert the clip in the install pack and check that it holds the line firmly.

Type A

Type B

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.

Center of Transparent coupler

clip A (1/4”) (6.35 mm)

Dispenser

The Guide Lines

clip A (1/4”) (6.35 mm)

DISASSEMBLING THE FLEX DOOR

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

2. Take off the cover (2) w/harness with a flat- blade screwdriver (-).

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

5. Lift up the Flex door from the rails.

Putting too much food into the freezer

CAUTION

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

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RE-ASSEMBLING THE FLEX DOOR

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

Be sure to connect the Flex Door Wire

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

DISASSEMBLING THE FREEZER DOOR

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

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

the guard up.

Be careful not to scratch or dent the

CAUTION

sliding rail by letting it strike the floor.

Make sure that you mount the freezer

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

Putting too much food into the freezer

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

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

4. Press the fixing hook of the rail system.

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

RE-ASSEMBLING THE FREEZER DOOR

To reattach the drawer after you have moved the fridge to its ﬁ nal 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.

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How to adjust the level

DOWN

flat-blade screwdriver (-)

Control Lever

Adjustment part

Fixed part

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 turn it counterclockwise to level the refrigerator. (You turn the lever clockwise to lower the refrigerator and counterclockwise to raise it.)

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.

flat-blade screwdriver (-)

Both control levers must be touching the

CAUTION

floor to avoid possible personal injury or property damage because of tipping.

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

It is difficult to remove the cover leg front from the refrigerator, so we do not recommend making small adjustments with the control lever. Instead, refer to the next page for the best way to make minor adjustments to the doors.

Control Lever

Fixed part

Adjustment part

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

1. Pull out the flex door ( 1 ) to reveal the lower hinge ( 2 ).

2. Insert the supplied allen wrench (5/32”) ( 3 ) into the shaft ( 4 ) of the lower hinge.

3. Adjust the height by turning the hex wrench (3) clockwise (

). When you turn the hex wrench counterclockwise ( ), the door will move up.

DOWN

) or counter clockwise (

INSTALLING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE

A water dispenser with a ﬁ lter is one of the helpful features on your new refrigerator. To help promote better health, the water ﬁ lter removes unwanted particles from your water. However, it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms. You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that. The water line also connects to the ice maker. For the ice maker to operate properly, water pressure of 20-125 psi (138 ~ 862Kpa) is required.

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If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low

Pipe clamp

Cold water line

Shut off valve

Pipe clamp

Cold water line

Water line installation kit

Compression

Nut (1/4”)

(Assembled)

Ferrule

(Not supplied)

Plastic Tubing (Assembled)

Compression Fitting (Assembled)

Molded end(Bulb)

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

Copper tubing (Not supplied)

Plastic tubing (B) (Not supplied)

Household water supply line

water pressure (below 20psi), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure. After you have connected the water line, make sure the water storage tank inside the refrigerator is properly ﬁ lled. To do this, press the water dispenser lever until the water runs from the water outlet.

Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from your dealer. We recommend using a water line installation kit that contains copper tubing and ¼” compression nut.

Connecting the water supply line to the refrigerator.

There are several items that you need to purchase to complete this connection. You may ﬁ nd these items sold as a kit at your local hardware store.

Use Copper Tubing Use Plastic Tubing

• ¼” copper tubing

• ¼” compression nut (1pc)

• Ferrule (2pc)

• ¼” plastic tubing → Molded end(Bulb)

• ¼” compression nut (1pc)

01 SETTING UP

Connecting to the water supply line

1. First, shut off the main water supply.

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

Cold water line

3. Connect the water line installation kit to the

shut off valve.

Cold water line

Pipe clamp

Shut off valve

Pipe clamp

Shut off valve

Water line installation kit

Refrigerator

Compression

(Assembled)

(Not supplied)

Nut (1/4”)

Ferrule

Copper tubing (Not supplied)

Household water supply line

Plastic Tubing (Assembled)

Compression Fitting (Assembled)

Molded end(Bulb)

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

Plastic tubing (B) (Not supplied)

1. Connect the household water line to the assembled compression fitting.

- If you are using copper tubing, slip the compression nut ( B ) (not supplied) and ferrule (not supplied) on the copper tubing (not supplied) as shown.

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

Do not use without the molded end (Bulb)

CAUTION

of the plastic tubing ( B ).

2. Tighten the compression nut ( B ) onto the

compression fitting. Do not over-tighten the compression nut ( B ) .

3. Turn the water on and check for any leakage. If you find water drops or leakage in the connection areas, turn off the main water supply. Check the connections and, if necessary, tighten.

4. Flush 1 gallon of water through the filter

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before drinking or using the water from the refrigerator. (Flush approximately 6 minutes.) To flush, press a large glass or cup against the water dispenser lever. Fill the glass, empty it into the kitchen sink after it is filled, and then repeat.

5. After you turn on the refrigerator, let the ice maker make ice for 1 to 2 days. Over that period of time, throw out the first 1 or 2 buckets of ice the freezer makes to ensure all impurities have been removed from the water line.

Only connect the water line to a drinkable

water source. If you have to repair or disassemble the water line, cut off 1/4“ of the plastic tubing to make sure you get a snug, leak-free connection.

You can test the water line quickly using a

paper cup. Under normal conditions, the

water dispenser can fill a 5.75 oz. (170cc)

cup in about 10 seconds.

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Installing a CO2 Cylinder (For Sparkling Water Refrigerators Only - Optional)

To use the Sparkling Water feature on your refrigerator, you need to install a Sodastream CO2 cylinder.

Purchasing CO2 Cylinders (60L)

• Purchase cylinders (60L) at the nearest Sodastream retailer or on line at www.sodastream.com.

• USE ONLY SODASTREAM carbonators (or CO2 cylinders (60L)). SAMSUNG and SODASTREAM are not legally responsible for any damage, including, but not limited to, property damage caused by gas leakage from the use of generic carbonators (or CO2 cylinders (60L)). The sparkling water system in your SAMSUNG refrigerator is designed to work ONLY WITH SODASTREAM carbonators (or CO2 cylinders (60L))

• We suggest buying extra cylinders for later use. Store extra cylinders in a cool, open space, well out of the reach of children.

If sparkling water is produced when the internal refrigerator temperature or the temperature of the CO2 cylinder is high, you may hear a “horn sound”. When you turn on your refrigerator for the ﬁ rst time, you should not generate sparkling water production until after approximately 2 hours. When you purchase a new CO2 cylinder, be sure to store it in a cool dry place until you are ready to install it (23 ~ 68 °F (-5 ~ 20 °C)). If the cylinder is stored in higher temperatures, it may build up extra internal pressure, which could create a “horn sound” when sparkling water is produced.

Water Line Hookup

• Make sure that you have connected the refrigerator to a water line before installing the cylinder.

Installing a Cylinder into the Refrigerator

To install a cylinder in the refrigerator, follow these steps:

01 SETTING UP

1. Open the Cylinder Cover.

• The refrigerator comes from the factory with the Sparkling Water function set to Off. If the Sparkling Water function is Off, the OFF icon is displayed on the Display Panel.

: Refer to Page 34 ; Turning Off the Sparkling Water Function.

2. Attach the Cylinder to the Regulator, and then rotate it clockwise.

3. Push the Cylinder into the Support.

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4. Lock the Cylinder into place by pressing the Lever.

Press 3 seconds

• The inner pressure of the Cylinder may make it difficult to press the lever down. Hold the lever as shown in the illustration on the right, and then push down.

• If you don’t lock the cylinder into place, the refrigerator won’t produce sparkling water.

• If the cylinder is not tightly connected to the Regulator, it will leak CO2 gas, producing a hiss. If this occurs, repeat Steps 2, 3, and 4, making sure that the cylinder is firmly attached and locked into place.

5. Press the Sparkling Water button 3 seconds to run the Cylinder Reset function. Wait about 20 minutes. (the amount of time needed for a medium level of carbonation) while the refrigerator makes sparkling water.

• To make sparkling water, the refrigerator injects CO2 from the CO2 cylinder into water stored in the Sparkling Water tank. The water enters the tank through the refrigerator’s water supply line.

Press 3 seconds

6. To remove any residual substances that may be in the water, dispense 2 or 3 large glass fulls of Sparkling Water and empty them into a sink.

For more information about using the Sparkling Water function, see Using the Sparkling Water Function.

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 sufficiently cool.

If condensation or water drops appears on both sides of fridge door’s central part, turn the Energy Saver mode off after removing the condensation. (See the explanation on Energy Saver button in the USING THE CONTROL PANEL.)

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Operating your French Door Refrigerator

USING THE CONTROL PANEL

RF31FMES** (For Sparkling model Only )

Energy

Saver

Freezer

(Hold 3 sec for

Power

Freeze)

12 10 11 9

( 1 )

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

( 2 )

The Freezer button serves two purposes:

- To set the Freezer to your desired temperature.

- To turn the power freeze function on and off.

1) To set the Freezer temperature, touch the Freezer button to set the Freezer to your desired temperature. 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 off when you don’t need it and return the freezer to your original temperature setting. If you need to freeze large amount of food stuff, activate Power Freeze function at least 20 hours before.

( 3 )

Alarm (Hold 3 sec for

Filter

Reset

The Alarm button serves two purposes:

- To turn the door open alarm on and off

- 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 off 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 Off. 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.

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( 4 )

Lighting

(Hold 3

sec for ºC

↔ ºF)

( 5 ) Fridge (Hold 3 sec for Power

Cool)

( 6 ) Ice Off (Hold 3 sec for

Child

Lock)

Lighting button serves two purposes:

- To turn the dispenser light on and off

- 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 someone uses the dispenser, press the Lighting button to turn the continuous mode off.

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 and ºF icon lights up, indicating your selection.

The Fridge button serves two purposes:

- To set the Fridge to your desired temperature.

- To turn the Power Cool function on and off.

1) To set the Fridge temperature, press the Fridge button to set the refrigerator to the temperature you want. 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).

The Ice Off button serves two purposes:

- To turn the Ice maker on and off

- To turn the Child Lock function on and off.

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

2) Child 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 Child Lock is on, the refrigerator does not dispense ice, water, or sparkling water, even if the Dispenser Lever is pressed. The Child Lock icon lights up to indicate you’ve activated the Child Lock function. Press 3 seconds to unlock.

( 7 )

Sparkling

Water ( Hold 3 sec for Cylinder

Reset )

The Sparkling button serves three purposes :

- To dispense sparkling (carbonated) water.

- To select the carbonation level of the sparkling water.

- To turn the Cylinder Reset Function on.

1) To dispense sparkling (carbonated) water.

To dispense sparkling water, press the Sparkling Water button. When you press the Sparkling Water button while either Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice is selected, the Sparkling Icon will turn on. When there is no sparkling water left or the refrigerator is making sparkling water, the dispenser does not dispense sparkling water.

2) To select the carbonation level of the sparkling water.

When you press the Sparkling Water button while the Sparkling Water Icon is turned on, the Carbonation Level will change as follows; Medium (Level-2) → Strong (Level-3) → Weak (Level-1) → Medium (Level-2). The next time the refrigerator makes sparkling water, it applies the new Carbonation Level.

- If there is previously produced sparkling water inside the Sparkling Water tank, the refrigerator dispenses sparkling water with the previous carbonation level. (Changes in the carbonation level do not take effect until the next time the refrigerator makes sparkling water.)

- While the refrigerator is producing sparkling water, the Carbonation Level icons light up in rotation (Level-1 → Level-2 → Level-3 → Level-1, etc.). If you press the Sparkling Water button when the refrigerator is making sparkling water, the current carbonation level is displayed for several seconds, and then the Carbonation Level icon light rotation begins again. If you press the Sparkling Water button again while the current carbonation level is being displayed, the carbonation level changes. The change in the carbonation level will take effect the next time the refrigerator makes sparkling water.

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Sparkling

Water ( Hold 3 sec for Cylinder

Reset )

- If you change the carbonation level when the refrigerator is making sparkling water, the refrigerator produces sparkling water at the previous carbonation level.

3) To activate the Cylinder Reset Function After you change CO2 cylinders, press the Sparkling Water button for three seconds to activate the Cylinder Reset function. When you activate the Cylinder Reset function, the refrigerator starts making sparkling water. If you activate the Cylinder Reset function when the Sparkling Water Production function is OFF, the Sparkling Water Production OFF Icon turns off and the Carbonation Level icons light up in rotation (Level-1 → Level-2 → Level-3 → Level-1, etc.), indicating that the refrigerator is making sparkling water. While the refrigerator is making sparkling water, it will not dispense sparkling water. If you set the Sparkling Water Production function to OFF within several seconds after activating the Cylinder Reset function, the Sparkling Water Production OFF Icon turns on and the refrigerator does not make sparkling water. Sparkling water that is produced as the result of activating the Cylinder Reset function may have a carbonation level higher than the current Carbonation Level setting. If you want accurate carbonation level in the next production, you need to empty the tank before you start production.

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Cubed /

Crushed

(Hold 3 sec for

Sparkling

On/Off)

The Cubed/Crushed button serves two purposes:

- To select the type of ice you want dispensed.

- To turn the Sparkling Water Production Function on and off.

1) To Select the type of ice Press the Cubed/Crushed button to select the type of ice you want dispensed. Each time you press the button, the cubed and crushed ice modes alternate and the Cubed or Crushed ice icon lights up, indicating your selection.

2) Sparkling Water Production Function On / Off

Each time you press this button for 3 seconds, you turn the Sparkling Water Production function on or off. When you turn on the Sparkling Water Production function, the refrigerator begins to make sparkling (carbonated) water. (If you turn off the Sparkling Water Production function a few seconds after turning it on, sparkling water production will terminate. If more than a few seconds pass, the refrigerator will start producing sparkling water. While the refrigerator is producing sparkling water, it won’t dispense sparkling water.) When you turn off the Sparkling Water Production function, the “OFF” Icon on the Display Panel turns on. When you turn on the Sparkling Water Production function, the “OFF” Icon on the Display Panel turns off. When the Sparkling Water Production function is off, the refrigerator does not make sparkling water. If you turn off the function when the refrigerator is in the middle of making sparkling water, it halts the function after finishing the current operation. Your refrigerator was manufactured with the Sparkling Water Production function set to “OFF”. When you are connecting the water lines, or mounting or replacing the CO2 Cylinder, turn off the Sparkling Water Production function before you begin. Turn on the function only after you have completed the work. To produce sparkling water, you must install a CO2 Cylinder. For instructions, see Installing and Using CO

Cylinders.

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Ice Off

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

We recommend you 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 Off (Hold 3sec for child lock) button for less than 3 seconds until the Ice Off Indicator ( ) illuminates.

To save electricity, the Panel Display turns off 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, or sparkling water selection, will stay on. When you press a button, open a door, or push a Dispenser Lever, the Panel Display will turn on again. All function keys will become operational after you remove your ﬁ nger from the button you pressed.

( 10 ) 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). After you install the new water filter, reset the filter indicator by touching and holding the Hold 3sec 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.

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Cubed

Ice/

Crushed

Ice

(Cubed)

(Crushed)

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Sparkling

Icon

Press the Cubed/Crushed button to select the type of ice you want dispensed. Each time you press the button, the cubed and crushed ice modes alternate and the Cubed or Crushed ice icon lights up, indicating your selection.

When you press the Sparkling button (Button 8), the Sparkling Water Icon goes on.

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Sparkling

Water Production Level Icons

The Sparkling Water Production Level icons display the currently set Carbonation Level. When you press the Sparkling Water button while the Sparkling Water Icon is turned on, the Carbonation Level will change as follows; Medium (Level-2) → Strong (Level-3) → Weak (Level-1) → Medium (Level-2).

- If there is previously produced sparkling water inside the Sparkling Water tank, the refrigerator dispenses sparkling water with the previous Carbonation Level. (Changes in the Carbonation Level do not take affect until the next time the refrigerator makes sparkling water.)

- If you change the carbonation level when the refrigerator is making sparkling water, the refrigerator produces sparkling water at the previous carbonation level.

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Sparkling

Water

Production

Function Off

Icon

Cooling

Off Mode

Each time you press Cubed/Crushed button (button 8) for 3 seconds, you turn the Sparkling Water Production function on or off. When you turn off the Sparkling Water Production function or when selecting the Cylinder Reset Function, the Sparkling Water Off Icon on the Display Panel turns on. When you turn on the Sparkling Water Production function, the Off Icon on the Display Panel turns off.

If a water leak is detected in the Sparkling Water Production Module, the Off Icon blinks, the refrigerator stops dispensing and producing sparkling water, and the Sparkling Water Production function automatically switches to OFF. In addition, the Sparkling Water Production function will not turn on, even if you press the Cubed/Crushed button or Sparkling Water button for 3 seconds

- North American (US, Canada) Models Only ;

Cooling Off mode (also called Shop mode), is designed for use by retailers when they are displaying refrigerators on the shop floor. In Cooling Off 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 Off mode, touch and hold the Energy Saver button and the Freezer button for 5 seconds during normal operation. The refrigerator chime sounds and the temperature display flashes “OFF”. To cancel Cooling Off mode, touch and hold the Energy Saver and the Freezer buttons again for 5 seconds.

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USING THE CONTROL PANEL

RF31FMED** (For Ice/water model Only )

10 9

( 1 )

Energy

Saver

Freezer

(Hold 3 sec for Power

Freeze)

( 2 )

The Freezer button serves two purposes:

- To set the Freezer to your desired temperature.

- To turn the power freeze function on and off.

1) To set the Freezer temperature Touch the Freezer button to set the Freezer to your desired temperature. 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 off when you don’t need it and return the freezer to your original temperature setting. If you need to freeze large amount of food stuff, activate Power Freeze function at least 20 hours before.

( 3 )

Alarm (Hold 3 sec for

Filter

Reset

( 4 )

Lighting

(Hold 3

sec for ºC

↔ ºF)

The Alarm button serves two purposes:

- To turn the door open alarm on and off

- To reset the water filter life indicator.

Lighting button serves two purposes:

- To turn the dispenser light on and off

- 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 off.

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.

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( 5 )

Fridge (Hold 3 sec for

Power

Cool)

The Fridge button serves two purposes:

- To set the Fridge to your desired temperature.

- To turn the Power Cool function on and off.

1) To set the Fridge temperature Press the Fridge button to set the refrigerator to the temperature you want. 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).

( 9 )

Ice Off

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

We recommend you 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.

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( 6 )

Ice Off (Hold 3 sec for

Child

Lock)

(7)

Cubed Ice

(8)

Crushed

Ice

(Cubed)

(Crushed)

The Ice Off button serves two purposes:

- To turn the Ice maker on and off

- To turn the Child Lock Function on and off.

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

2) Child 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 the Child Lock is on, the refrigerator does not dispense ice or water even if you press the Dispenser Lever. The child lock icon lights up to indicate you’ve activated the child lock function. Press 3 seconds to unlock.

Press the Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice button to select the type of ice you want dispensed. Each time you press the button, the cubed and crushed ice modes alternate and the Cubed or Crushed ice icon lights up, indicating your selection.

To save electricity, the Panel Display turns off 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. All function keys, except Energy Saver and the Cubed and Crushed keys will become operational after you remove your ﬁ nger from the button you pressed.

( 10 )

Filter

Water filter usage

- 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.

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Cooling

(Red)

(Filter Reset)

Off Mode

- North American (US, Canada) Models Only ;

Cooling Off mode (also called Shop mode), is designed for use by retailers when they are displaying refrigerators on the shop floor. In Cooling Off 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 Off mode, touch and hold the Energy Saver button and the Freezer button for 5 seconds during normal operation. The refrigerator chime sounds and the temperature display flashes OFF. To cancel Cooling Off mode, touch and hold the Energy Saver and the Freezer buttons again for 5 seconds.

CHANGING THE WATER FILTER

To reduce the risk water damage to your

WARNING

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 ﬁ lter. 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 ﬁ lter cartridge. To give you time to get a new ﬁ lter, the red light comes on just before the capacity of the current ﬁ lter runs out. Changing the ﬁ lter on time provides you with the freshest, cleanest water from your refrigerator.

(Red)

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

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

• To prevent overflow, empty the water filter tray (3) and dry around the filter case (2).

3. Insert the new filter into the filter case (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 off the water supply valve.

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

5. Touch the “Alarm/hold 3 sec for Filter Reset”

button (

(Filter Reset)

about 3 seconds to reset the water filter. The color

of the indicator ( )

) for

changes from red to off.

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

To change the water filter, follow these steps:

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

For a replacement water filter, you can visit your local home Improvement center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor. To order more water filter cartridges, contact your authorized Samsung dealer.

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

water filter.

Removing any residual matter inside

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

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

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the water supply line after installing the water ﬁ lter.

1. Turn ON the main water supply and supply

water from water supply

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

RF31FMED**(For Ice/Water model Only )

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

RF31FMES**(For sparkling water model only)

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.

CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE

Basic temperature of Freezer and fridge 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.

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

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT:

The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa). If a reverse osmosis water ﬁ ltration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa.) If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

• Check to see whether the sediment 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 Freezer temperature

RF31FMES**(For sparkling water model only)

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

RF31FMED**(For Ice/Water model Only )

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

The Freezer temperature can be set between -8°F and 5°F (or between -23°C and -15°C) to suit your particular needs. Press the Freezer button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display. The temperature will change by 1°F (or 1°C) with each press. See below. Fahrenheit : 0°F ➞ -1°F ➞ -2°F ➞ -3°F ➞ -4°F ➞

-5°F ➞ -6°F ➞ -7°F ➞ -8°F ➞ 5°F ➞ 4°F ➞ 3°F 2°F ➞ 1°F ➞ 0°F.

➞

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

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

➞

-18°C.

Keep in mind that foods like some ice cream may melt at 4°F (or -15.5°C). The temperature display

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will move sequentially from -8°F to 5°F (or from

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

RF31FMED**(For Ice/Water model Only )

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

RF31FMES**(For sparkling water model only)

-23°C to -15°C).

Controlling the fridge temperature

RF31FMES**(For sparkling water model only)

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

RF31FMED**(For Ice/Water model Only )

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.

“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.

- 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

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USING THE COLD WATER

NO ICE

Select this if you

want to turn ice

maker off

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

NO ICE

Select this if you want

to turn ice maker off

DISPENSER

USING THE COLD WATER DISPENSER

RF31FMES**(For sparkling water model only)

Push the appropriate

ice/sparkling button to select what you want dispensed.

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

Using the ice lever ( 1 )

Push the Ice/Sparkling lever dispenser ( 1 ) gently with your glass. Ice or Sparkling will be released from the dispenser. You can choose the type of ice or sparkling water by pushing the ice/ sparkling button first.

Using the Water lever ( 2 )

Push the Water lever dispenser ( 2 ) gently with your glass. Water will be released from the dispenser.

If you push the water and Ice lever at about the same time, the dispenser operates only the option you actually selected or pushed first. Please wait 1 second before removing the cup after dispensing water to prevent spills. Do not pull out the lever dispenser after dispensing ice or water. It comes back automatically.

Using the Ice & Water Dispenser together

To get Ice and water, select the type of ice, then push the Ice/Sparkling lever ( 1 ) first for ice, and then move your glass down and press the water dispenser lever ( 2 ) for water.

Select this if you

want to turn ice

1 2

NO ICE

maker off

RF31FMED**(For Ice/Water model Only )

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

Select this if you want

to turn ice maker off

Using the ice lever ( 1 )

Push the Ice lever dispenser ( 1 ) gently with your glass. Ice will be released from the dispenser. You can choose the type of ice by pushing the cubed or crushed button first.

Using the Water lever ( 2 )

Push the Water lever dispenser ( 2 ) gently with your glass. Water will be released from the dispenser.

Using the Ice & Water Dispenser together

To get Ice and water, push the Ice lever ( 1 ) first for ice, then move your glass down and press the water dispenser lever (2) for water.

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NO ICE

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Maintaining the Ice Bucket

check the water level

Test button

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

• Ice is made in cubes. When you select “Crushed”, the ice maker grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice.

• When you select Cubed Ice after using the Crushed Ice mode, a small amount of residual crushed ice might be produced.

• The ice cubes generated by the rapid ice making process will look white, which indicates they were generated normally.

• As the ice maker in the refrigerator room makes ice cubes even faster, move the ice cubes from the refrigerator ice bin to the freezer ice bin if you need more ice cubes.

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

• 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.

maker’s front cover from the ice maker. Note that the ice cubes in the ice maker can spill out over the drawer. Do not put food in the ice bucket. If you

CAUTION

store food in the ice bucket, the food can strike the ice maker when you open or close the door, causing damage to the ice maker. Note that the ice cubes in the ice bucket

CAUTION

may spill out over the drawer when you remove the ice bucket from the drawer. If this occurs, be sure to clear the ice cubes that spilled out of the drawer. If a power failure occurs, ice cubes may

CAUTION

melt, and then freeze together when the power comes back on, causing the dispenser to stop working.

Making Ice

• 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 test the ice maker, press the Test button on the ice maker. 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.

check the water level

Test button

If you want to remove the ice cubes

CAUTION

without using the ice bucket, please turn the ice maker off and remove the ice

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To prevent this problem, after a power failure, pull out the ice bucket and discard the residual ice or water.

If you use all the ice at once, you must

repeat ice making Steps 2 and 3, left. 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 Off 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 difﬁ cult to remove them. To remove the ice bucket, push the button on the upper right of the bucket (1 in the illustration above), lift up the bottom, and then pull out. To put the bucket back in, push the bucket straight back until you hear a click. If the bucket does not ﬁ t, turn the helix 90 degree (see the last illustration on the right, above) and try again.

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