Samsung RF31FMEDBSR/AA, RF31FMESBSR/AA, RF31FMESBSR/AA-0001 User Manual
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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 efficiently.
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 find help
and information online at www.samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and
precautions:
z_ 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.
_ o NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug
from the wall socket.
Make sure the refrigerator is grounded
to prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
[_ Note.
These warning 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.
/K 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.
+ Ifthe 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 heaW 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.
02 Safety i-fformato-_
• Donotuseaerosolsneartherefrigerator.
Usingaerosolsneartherefrigeratormaycause
anexplosionorfire.
• Donotinstallthisappliancenearaheateror
inflammablematerial.
• Donotinstallthisapplianceinahumid,oilyor
dustylocation,inalocationexposedtodirect
sunlightandwater(raindrops).
• Donotinstallthisapplianceinalocationwhere
gasmayleak.
Thismayresultinanelectricshockorfire.
• Thisrefrigeratormustbeproperly
locatedandinstalledinaccordancewith
theinstructionsinthismanualbefore
youuseit.
• Connectthepowerplugintheproperposition
withthecordhangingdown.
Ifyouconnectthepowerplugupsidedown,
thewirecangetcutoffandcauseafireor
electricshock.
• Whenmovingtherefrigerator,becarefulnotto
rolloverordamagethepowercord.
Thisconstitutesafirehazard.
• Makesurethatthepowerplugisnot
squashedordamagedbythebackofthe
refrigerator.
• Keepthepackingmaterialsoutofreachof
children.
Thereisariskofdeathfromsuffocationifa
childputsthepackingmaterialsonhisorher
head.
• Theappliancemustbepositionedsothatthe
plugisaccessibleafterinstallation.
Failingtodosomayresultinanelectricshock
orfireduetoelectricleakage.
• Youneedtoremovealltheprotectiveplastic
filmbeforeyouinitiallyplugtheproductin.
• Theinstructionsincludethefollowingwording
regardingtheuseofextensioncords:
"WARNING-Improperuseofthegrounding
plugcanresultinariskofelectricshock.Ifitis
necessarytouseanextensioncord,useonly
a3-wireextensioncordthathasa3-blade
groundingpluganda3-slotreceptaclethatwill
accepttheplugontheappliance.Themarked
ratingoftheextensioncordshouldbeAC115-
120V,10A,ormore.Iragroundingadapter
isused,makesurethereceptacleboxisfully
grounded."
• Therefrigeratormustbesafely
grounded.
Alwaysmakesurethatyouhavegroundedthe
refrigeratorbeforeattemptingtoinvestigate
orrepairanypartoftheappliance.Power
leakagescancausesevereelectricshock.
Neverusegaspipes,telephonelines,orother
potentiallightningattractorsasanelectrical
ground.
Improperuseofthegroundingplugcanresult
inariskofelectricshock.Ifitisnecessary
touseanextensioncord,useonlya3-wire
extensioncordthathasa3-bladegrounding
pluganda3-slotreceptaclethatwillaccept
theplugontheappliance.Themarkedrating
oftheextensioncordshouldbeAC115-
120V,10A,ormore.Iragroundingadapter
isused,makesurethereceptacleboxisfully
grounded.
• Plugthepowerplugintothewallsocketfirmly.
Donotuseadamagedpowerplug,damaged
powercordorloosewallsocket.
Thismayresultinanelectricshockorfire.
• Donotmodifytherefrigerator.Unauthorized
modificationscancausesafetyproblems.To
reverseanunauthorizedmodification,wewill
chargethefullcostofpartsandlabor.
• Ifthepowercordisdamaged,
haveitreplacedimmediatelybythe
manufactureroroneofitsserviceagent.
CAUTION
INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
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• Allow sufficient space around the
refrigerator and install it on a flat surface.
Ifyour 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.
/N WARNING
CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS
• Do not insert the power plug into a wall
socket with wet hands.
Safety informaton 03
• Donotstorearticlesonthetopofthe
appliance.
Whenyouopenorclosethedoor,thearticles
mayfallandcausepersonalinjuryand/or
materialdamage.
• Donotinserthands,feetormetalobjects
(suchasknives,etc.)intothebottomorthe
backoftherefrigerator.
Thismayresultinanelectricshockorinjury.
Anysharpedgesmaycauseapersonalinjury
• Donotputacontainerfilledwithwateronthe
refrigerator.
Ifspilled,thereisariskoffireorelectricshock.
• Childrenshouldbesupervisedtoensurethat
theydonotplaywiththeappliance.
Keepfingersoutof"pinchpoint"areas.
Clearancesbetweenthedoorsandcabinetare
necessarilysmall.Becarefulwhenyouopen
thedoorswhenchildrenareinthearea.
• Donotletchildrenhangonthedoor.Aserious
injurymayoccur.
• Donotletchildrengoinsidetherefrigerator.
Childrencouldbecometrapped.
• Donotinsertyourhandsintothebottomarea
undertheappliance.
Anysharpedgesmaycausepersonalinjury.
• Donotletchildrensteponadrawercover.
Thedrawermaybreakandcausethemtoslip.
• Donotoverfilltherefrigeratorwithfood.
Whenyouopenthedoor,anitemmayfallout
andcausepersonalinjuryormaterialdamage.
• Donottouchtheinsidewallsofthefreezeror
productsstoredinthefreezerwithwethands.
Thismaycausefrostbite.
• Neverputfingersorotherobjectsintothe
waterdispenserhole,icechute,oricemaker
bucket.
Itmaycausepersonalinjuryormaterial
damage.
• Donotuseorplaceanysubstancessensitive
totemperaturesuchasinflammablesprays,
inflammableobjects,dryice,medicine,or
chemicalsnearorinsideoftherefrigerator.
• Donotkeepvolatileorinflammableobjectsor
substances(benzene,thinner,propanegas,
alcohol,ether,LPgasandothersuchproducts
etc.)intherefrigerator.
Thisrefrigeratorisforstoringfoodonly.
Thismayresultinfireorexplosion.
• Donotstorepharmaceuticalproducts,
scientificmaterials,ortemperaturesensitive
productsintherefrigerator.
Productsthatrequirestricttemperature
controlsmustnotbestoredintherefrigerator.
• Donotplaceoruseanelectricalappliance
insidetherefrigerator,unlessitisofatype
04Safetyinformaton
recommendedbythemanufacturer.
• Donotstandontopoftheapplianceorplace
objects(suchaslaundry,lightedcandles,
lightedcigarettes,dishes,chemicals,metal
objects,etc.)ontheappliance.Thismayresult
inanelectricshock,fire,problemswiththe
product,orinjury.Donotputacontainerfilled
withwaterontheappliance.
Ifspilled,thereisariskoffireorelectricshock.
• Donotusemechanicaldevicesoranyother
meanstoacceleratethedefrostingprocess,
otherthanthoserecommendedbythe
manufacturer.
• Donotdamagetherefrigerantcircuit.
• Donotsprayvolatilematerialsuchas
insecticideontothesurfaceoftheappliance.
Aswellasbeingharmfultohumans,itmay
alsoresultinanelectricshock,fireorproblems
withtheproduct.
_} • Donotattempttorepair,disassemble,
ormodifytheapplianceyourself.
• Donotuseanyfuse(suchascooper,steel
wire,etc.)otherthanthestandardfuse.
Ifyourapplianceneedstoberepairedor
reinstalled,contactyournearestservicecenter.
Failingtodosomayresultinanelectricshock,
fire,problemswiththeproduct,orinjury.
• IftheinteriororexteriorLEDlamphasgone
out,pleasecontactyournearestservice
center.
[_ • Childrenshouldbesupervisedtoensure
thattheydonotplaywiththeappliance.
• Bottlesshouldbestoredtightlytogetherso
thattheydonotfallout.
• Thisproductisintendedonlyforthestorageof
foodinadomesticenvironment.
• Ifagasleakisdetected,avoidanynaked
flamesorpotentialsourcesofignitionandair
theroominwhichtheapplianceisstandingfor
severalminutes.
Donottouchtheapplianceorpowercord.
Donotuseaventilatingfan.
Asparkmayresultinexplosionorfire.
UseonlytheLEDLampsprovidedbythe
manufactureroritsserviceagents.
• Iftherefrigeratoremitsaburningsmell
orsmoke,unplugtherefrigerator
immediatelyandcontactyourSamsung
Electronicsservicecenter.
• Ifyouexperiencedifficultychanginganon-LED
light,contactaSamsungserviceenergy.
• IftheproductisequippedwithLEDLamps,do
notdisassembletheLampCoversandLED
Lampsyourself.
Pleasecontactyourserviceagents.
Ifdustorwaterenterstherefrigerator,unplug
therefrigeratorandcontactyourSamsung
Electronicsservicecenter.
Otherwisethereisariskoffire.
CAUTION
USAGE CAUTIONS
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• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that
have thawed completely. Do not place
carbonated or fizzy drinks inthe 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.
Ifyou 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.
Ifthe 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.
• Ifthe refrigerator is disconnected from the
power supply, you should wait for at least five
minutes before plugging it back in.
• Ifyou 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 itcan 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, ifyou 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.
• Fillthe 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.
• Ifthe 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
the refrigerator to remove bad odors.
This may result in an electric shock or fire.
Safety informaton 05
• Removeanyforeignmatterordustfrom
thepowerplugpins.Donotuseawet
ordampclothwhencleaningtheplug.
Otherwise,thereisariskoffireorelectric
shock.
• Beforecleaningorperforming
maintenance,unplugtheappliancefrom
thewallsocket.
Failingtodosomayresultinanelectricshock
orfire.
,_ WARNING
State of California Proposition 65
Warnings:
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act requires the Governor of
California to publish a list of substances
known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm, and requires businesses to warn of
potential exposure to such substances.
This product contains a chemical known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. This
appliance can cause low-level exposure to some
of the substances listed, including benzene,
formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide.
z_ 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
06 Safety informaton
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.
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
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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.
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.
Safety informaton 07
contents
SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ...................................................... 09
OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR ......................................................... 19
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 46
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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
efficiencies 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.
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Ifthe refrigerator does not have enough space,
the internal cooling system may not work properly.
Ifyour refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra
space at the back for the water line connections.
When you install the refrigerator next to a fixed
wall, you need a minimum clearance of 3 "sA"
(95mm) between the refrigerator and wall to allow
the door to swing open.
Important : Make sure that you can easily move
your refrigerator to its final location by measuring
doorways (both width and height), thresholds,
French Door
ceilings, stairways, etc.
The following char details the exact height and
depth of this Samsung French Door Refrigerator.
[ Model
Depth "A"
Width "B"
Height "C"
Overall Height "D"
Depth "E"
RF31FM**
35 1/2" (901mm)
35 6/8" (908ram)
68 7/8" (1749mm)
70" (1777mm)
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 50°F (10°C).
, Do not locate the refrigerator where it may
become wet.
61 1/2" (1562 mm)
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When moving your refrigerator
Z_ To prevent floor damage, be sure the front
CAUTIONadjusting legs are in the up position (above
the floor). Refer to 'Adjusting the Level' in
the manual (on page 13).
Flat-blade screw Control Lever
driver{-)
FLOORING
For proper installation, you must place this
refrigerator on a level, hard surface that is the
same height as the rest of the floor. This surface
should be strong enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator, or approximately 359 Ib (165 kg).
To protect the finish of the flooring, cut a large
section of the cardboard carton and place it under
the refrigerator where you are working. When
moving the refrigerator, you need to pull and push
it straight forwards or back. Do not wiggle it from
side to side.
ACCESSORIES AND
REQUIRED TOOLS
The following accessories are included with your
refrigerator:
L
Hex wrench
Required Tools (Not provided)
You need the following tools to complete the
installation of your refrigerator:
Philips Flat-bladescrew Socket wrench
screwdriver(t-) driver(-) (10ram)
Alienwrench
Pliers
(3/16")(5ram)
REMOVING THE
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
For some installations you need to remove the
fridge and freezer drawers so you can move the
refrigerator to its final location. Do not remove
the doors/drawer if you don't need to. If you
do not need to remove the refrigerator doors, go
to Adjusting the Level on page 13. Ifyou need to
remove the doors, continue below.
Before removing the door/drawer, make sure you
read the following items:
Z_ Disconnect power to the refrigerator
WARN_NGbeforeremoving the door or drawer.
[_ • Be careful not to drop, damage, or
scratch the doors/drawers while
removing them.
• Use care when you remove the doors/drawers.
The doors are heavy and you could injure
yourself.
• 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
A Be careful not to drop and scratch the
WA-_FNGdOOrSwhile removing them.
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Withthedooropened
1. Remove the 3 screws holding down the TOP
TABLE ( 1 ) and separate the connected wires.
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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.
z_ Ifa red clip is on the coupler, you must
CAUTIONremove it before removing the tube.
A Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-
CA-_TONscratching surface.
Door Middle Hinge Auto Closing Hinge
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Check the direction
Ifthe Auto Closing Hinge is aligned to be
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
CA-0-'TToNthe Auto close Hinge. It may get damaged.
Use the Door middle Hinge instead.
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).
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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
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.)
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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RE-ATTACHING TH E
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 (TypeA)
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
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Type B
Dispenser
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The Guide L_nes
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 (-).
3. Press the locking tab and separate the Wire
Connector.
A When reassembling it, be sure to connect
CA-STToNthewire harness.
If it is not connected, the Flex Room does
not work.
4. Remove 1 hex head bolt from each side with a
socket wrench (10ram).
5. Lift up the Flex door from the rails.
Putting too much food into the freezer
CAUTIONdrawers 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
cA@YoNConnector.
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.
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.
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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.
A Be careful not to scratch or dent the
CA-U_T'oNsliding rail by letting it strike the floor.
Z_ Make sure that you mount the freezer
CAUTIONbasket in the right position when removing
/ installing the freezer door. Failing to do
so may result inthe door not opening or
closing properly.
Putting too much food into the freezer
CA-U_T'oNdrawers 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 ifthe left side of the refrigerator is
lower than the right side.
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How to adjust the Revel
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 counter-
clockwise to levelthe refrigerator. (Youturn the
lever clockwise to lower the refrigerator and
counterclockwise to raise it.)
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flat-blade screwdriver (-) Control Lever
Z_ Both control levers must be touching the
CAUTIONfloor 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.
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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.
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.
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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 ( ,_.... )or counter clockwise (
up
When you turn the hex wrench counter-
clockwise ( ), the door will move up.
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, itdoes 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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Iftherefrigeratorisinstalledinanareawithlow
waterpressure(below20psi),youcaninstall
aboosterpumptocompensateforthelow
pressure.
Afteryouhaveconnectedthewaterline,make
surethewaterstoragetankinsidetherefrigerator
isproperlyfilled.Todothis,pressthewater
dispenserleveruntilthewaterrunsfromthewater
outlet.
Waterlineinstallationkitsareavailableat
extracostfromyourdealer.
Werecommendusingawaterline
installationkitthatcontainscoppertubing
and1A"compressionnut.
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
Pipe clamp
Shut off valve
3. Connect the water line installation kit to the
shut off valve.
Pipe clamp --
Water line installation kit
Connecting the water supply line to
the refrigerator.
There are several items that you need to purchase
to complete this connection.
You may find these items sold as a kit at your local
hardware store.
Use Copper Tubing Use Plastic Tubing
1/4"copper tubing • ¼"plastictubing
1/4"compressionnut _ Moldedend(Bulb)
(1pc) * ¼"compressionnut
Ferrule(2pc) (1pc)
Refrigerator
-- Plastic Tubing
(Assembled)
Nut
(Assembled) __ Compression
Fitting
(Assembled)
Molded
end(Bulb)
(Not supplied)
nut (B) (1/4")
. _, -_ . (Not supplied)
Copper tubing or Plastic tubing (B)
(Not supplied) (Not supplied)
Household water supply line
1. Connect the household water line to the
assembled compression fitting.
Ifyou are using copper tubing, slip the
compression nut ( B ) (not supplied) and
ferrule (not supplied) on the copper tubing (not
supplied) as shown.
Ifyou are using plastic tubing ( B ), insert the
molded end (Bulb) of the plastic tubing ( B )
into the compression fitting.
Z_ Do not use without the molded end (Bulb)
CAUTIONof 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.
Ifyou 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
setting up 15
beforedrinkingorusingthewaterfromthe
refrigerator.(Flushapproximately6minutes.)
Toflush,pressalargeglassorcupagainstthe
waterdispenserlever.Filltheglass,emptyit
intothekitchensinkafteritisfilled,andthen
repeat.
5.Afteryouturnontherefrigerator,lettheice
makermakeicefor1to2days.Overthat
periodoftime,throwoutthefirst1or2
bucketsoficethefreezermakestoensureall
impuritieshavebeenremovedfromthewater
line.
Onlyconnectthewaterlinetoadrinkable
watersource.
Ifyouhavetorepairordisassemblethewaterline,
cutoff1/4"oftheplastictubingtomakesureyou
getasnug,leak-freeconnection.
[_ oucantestthewaterlinequicklyusinga
papercup.Undernormalconditions,the
waterdispensercanfilla5.75oz.(170cc)
cupinabout10seconds.
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Installing a CO2 Cylinder
(For Sparkling Water Refrigerators Only - Optiona0
To use the Sparkling Water feature on your refrigerator, you need to install a Sodastream CO2cylinder.
Purchasing CO2 Cylinders (60L)
• Purchase cylinders (601_)at the nearest Sodastream retailer or on line at www.sodastream.com.
• USE ONLY SODASTREAM carbonators (or CO2 cylinders (60[_)).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 CO 2cylinders (601_)).The sparkling water system in
your SAMSUNG refrigerator is designed to work ONLY WITH SODASTREAM carbonators (or CO 2
cylinders (60[_))
• We suggest buying extra cylinders for later use. Store extra cylinders in a cool, open space, well out
of the reach of children. Do not store cylinders in the refrigerator.
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:
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,
4. Lock the Cylinder into place by pressing the Lever,
® The inner pressure of the Cylinder may make it difficult to press the lever down, Hold
the lever as shown inthe 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 CO2gas, producing
a hiss. If this occurs, repeat Steps 2, 3, and 4, making sure that the cylinder is firmly
attached and locked into place,
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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.
® [b make sparkling water, the refrigerator injects CO2from the CO2cylinder into wafer stored in the Sparkling
Water tank, The water enters the tank through the refrigerator's wafer supply line.
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"\ tPress 3 seconds
6. [o removeanyresidualsubstances that maybe in the water,dispense2 or 3 largeglass fullsof SparklingWater
and empty them into asink,
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.
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USING THE CONTROL PANEL
RF31 FMES**
(For Sparkling model Only )
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The Freezer button serves two purposes:
To set the Freezer to your desired
temperature.
To turn the power freeze function on
and off.
) 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 °O).
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 ifthe
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.
The Alarm butlon serves two purposes:
To turn the door open alarm on and off
To reset the water filter life indicator.
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 carl
turn it back on in the same fashion. The
icon lights up when the functbn 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. Ifthis is the case in your area,
you will have to change the filter more
frequently than every six months.
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Lighting button serves two purposes:
lo turn the dispenser light on and off
lo .switch the temperature units
between °C and °F
) 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 ceme on only when
someone uses the dispenser, press the
Lighting button to turn the continuous
mode off.
2) lo .switch the temperature units
between °C and °F
Touch and hold this button for 3 seconds
to select the temperature display you
want.
Each time you press and held the button,
the °C and °F temperature modes
alternate and the °C and °F icon lights up,
indicating your selection.
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The Fridge button serves two purposes:
To set the Fridge to your desired
temperature.
To turn the Power Cool function on
and off.
) 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.
) Ice Off Function
If you don't want to make more ice, press
the Ice Off button.
2) Child L.ock Function
Touch and hold this button Ior 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 icen lights up to indicate
you've activated the Child Lock function.
Press 3 seconds to unlock.
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The Sparkling button serves three
purposes :
lo dispense sparkling (carbonated)
water.
Toselect the carbonation level of the
sparkling water.
Toturn the Cylinder Reset Function on.
) lo dispense sparkling (carbonated)
water.
[b 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 ors.
When there is no sparkling water left or
the refrigeralor is making sparkling water,
the dispenser does not dispense sparkling
water.
2) Toselect the carbonation level of the
sparkling water.
When you press the Sparkling Water
button while the Sparkling Water Icen
is turned on, the Carbonation Level will
change as follows;
Medium (Level-2) _ Strong (Level-3)
Weak (Level-I) _ Medium (L.evd 2).
The next time the refrigerator makes
sparkling water, it applies the new
Carbonation Level.
IIthere is previously produced sparkling
water inside the Sparkling Water tank,
the refrigerator dispenses sparkling
waler 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 Carbonalion Level
icons light up in rotation (Level-1
Level-2 _ Level-3 _ Level 1, etc.).
Ifyou 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. IIyou press
the Sparkling Water button again
while the current carbonation kwel
is being displayed, the carbonation
level changes. The change inthe
carbonation level will take effect the
next time the refrigerator makes
sparkling water.
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_fyouchangethecarbonation_evel
when the refrigerator s making
sparkling water, the refrigerator
produces sparkling water at the
previous carbonation level,
3) [b activate the Cylinder Reset Function
After you change CO2cylinders, press the
Sparkling Wrier 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 Resel 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
retation (Level-1 _ L.evel 2 _ Level-3
L.evel-1, etc.), indicating that the
refrigerator is making sparkling water.
While the refrigerator is making sparkling
water, it will not dispense sparkling water.
Ifyou set the Sparkling Waler 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 activaUng the Cylinder Reset
function may have a carbonatinn level
higher than the current Carbonation Level
setting. If you want accurate carbonalion
level in the next production, you need
to empty the tank before you start
)roduction.
The Cubed/Crushed button serves two
purposes:
To select the type of ice you want
dispensed.
Toturn the Sparkling Water Production
Function on and off.
[b 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.
(ll 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 wont
dispense sparkling water.)
When you turn off the Sparkling Waler
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, Jthalts 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 CO2Cylinder, turn off the Sparkling
Water Production function befere you
begin. 1bin on the function only after you
have completed the work.
lb produce sparkling water, you must
install a CO 2Cylinder. For instructions, see
Installing and Using CO 2Cylinders.
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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,
v Water is not being supplied to
the refrigerator,
lfthe 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 finger from
the button you pressed.
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 Iilter is clogged,
Some areas have large amounts
of lime in their water, which
causes the water filter to clog
more quickly,
(©ubed)
(Crushed)
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,
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The Sparkling Waler Production Level
icons display the currently set Carbonation
Level.
When you press the Sparkling Wafer
button while the Sparkling Water Icon
is turned on, the Carbonation Level will
change as followsl
Medium (1evel-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
wafer with the previous Carbonation
Level, (Changes in the Carbonalion
Level do nol take affect until the next
time the refrigerator makes sparkling
water.)
While the refrigerator is producing
sparkling water, the Carbonalion Level
icons light up in rotation (l.evel-1
Level-2 _ Level-3 _ Level--I, etc.),
If you press the Sparkling Water
butlon 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, II you press
the Sparkling Water button again
while the current carbonation level
is being displayed, the carbonation
lew_l changes. The change in the
carbonation level will take effect 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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Each time you press Cubed/Crushed
button (button 8) for 3 seconds, you turn
the Sparkling Water Production Iunction
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,
lf 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 OFR In addition, the Sparkling
Wafer Production Iunction will
not turn on, even il you press
the Cubed/Crushed button or
Sparkling Wafer button for 3
seconds
- North American (US, Canada) Models
Only ;
Cooling Off mode (also called Shop
mode), is designed 1or 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, [b starl Cooling Off mode, touch
and hold the Energy Saver button and
the Freezer button Ior 5 seconds during
normal operation, The refrigerator chime
sounds and the temperature display
flashes "OFF",
Tb 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
RF31 FMED**
For Ice/water model Only )
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fbuching this button turns Energy Saver
mode on and off. When you turn Energy
Saver on, the Energy Saver icon lights.
fun 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.
The Freezer button serves two purposes:
lo set the Freezer to your desired
temperature.
lo turn the power freeze function on
and off.
) lo set the Freezer temperature
touch the Freezer button to set the
Freezer to your desired temperature. You
can set the temperaiure between 5 °F
(-15 °O) and -8 °F (-23 °O).
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 temperaiure setting. Ifyou need to
freeze large amount of food stuff, activate
Power Freeze function at least 20 hours
before.
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The Alarm button serves two purposes:
lo turn the door open alarm on and off
fb reset the water filter life indicator.
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 Lif_ 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 lif_ 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 wi, have to change the filter more
fr_quently than ew_ry six months.
Lighting button serves two purposes:
lo turn the dispenser light on and off
lo switch the temperature units
between °C and °F
) Light Function
touching the Lighting button turns ors
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) lo switch the temperature units
between °C and °F,
touch and hold this button for 3 seconds
to select the temperature display you
want.
Each time you press and hold the button,
the °C and °F temperature modes
alternate and the °C or °F icon lights up,
indicating your selection.
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The Fridge button serves two purposes:
to set the Fridge to your desired
temperature,
to turn the Power Cool function on
and off,
) 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
fbuch 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),
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The Ice OFFbutton serves two purposes:
to turn the Ice maker on and off
to turn the Child Lock Function on
and off.
) Ice OFFFunction
Ifyou don't want to make more ice, press
the Ice OFFbutton,
2) Child Lock Function
fbuch 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 ifyou
press the Dispenser Lever,
The child lock icon lights up to indicate
you've activated the child lock function,
Press 3 seconds to unlock,
(Cubed)
(Crushed)
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,
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If you dorYt want to make more ice, touch
the Ice OFFbutton,
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 ur% 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 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
finger from the button you pressed.
Water filter usage
This icon lights up when you need
to change the filter, usually alter 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 3eec 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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- North American (US, Canada) Models
OnJy ;
Cooling OFFmode (also called Shop
mode), is designed for use by retailers
when they are displaying refrigerators on
the shop floor, In Cooling OFFmode, the
refrigerator's fan motor and lights work
normally, but the compressors do not run,
and the refrigerator and freezer do not get
cold, [b start Cooling Off mode, touch
and hold the Energy Saver button and
the Freezer button 1or5 seconds during
normal operation, The refrigerator chime
sounds and the temperature display
flashes OFR
re cancel Cooling OFFmode, touch and
hold the Energy Saver and the Freezer
buttons again for 5 seconds.
CHANGING THE WATER
FILTER
z_ To reduce the risk water damage to your
WARN_NGpropertyDO NOT use generic brands of
water filters in your SAMSUNG
Refrigerator.
USE ONLY SAMSUNG BRAND / _:x::_ }
WATER FILTERS. SAMSUNG is not
legally responsible for any damage,
including, but not limited to, property
damage caused by water leakage (Red)
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.
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.
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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• 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 2-}
tray ( 3 ) and dry
around the filter case I:_}
(2).
3. Insert the new filter into the filter case ( 4 ).
4. Push the filter, and then turn it clockwise until
it locks.
[_ • Ifyou 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 ( ,Fi=ter_JR))eset, ) for
about 3 _econds tJoreset
the water filter. The color
of the indicator ( 1_ )
v
changes from red to off.
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6. If you turned off the water supply, turn it back
on,
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
the water supply line after installing
the water filter.
1. Turn ON the main water supply and supply
waterfromwatersupply
line.
2.Runwaterthroughthe
dispenseruntilthewater
runsclear(approx.6to7
minutes).Thiswillclean
thewatersupplysystem
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andremoveairfromthelines.
3.Additionalflushingmayberequiredinsome
households.
4.OpentheRefrigeratordoorandmakesure
therearenowaterleakscomingfromthe
waterfilter.
Besuretoflushthedispenserthoroughly,
otherwisewatermaydripfromthe
dispenser.
Thismeansthatthereisstillairintheline.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
IMPORTANT:
The pressure of the water supply coming out of a
reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet
valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35
and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to
be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa.) If
the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system
is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):
+ Check to see whether the sediment filter in the
reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace
the filter if necessary.
+ Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis
system to refill after heavy usage.
+ Ifyour 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
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.
Ifthe temperature of the Freezer and Fridge
compartments are too high or low, adjust the
temperature manually.
Controlling the Freezer
temperature
RF31FMES**(For sparkling water model only) + ++
Recommend Temp (Freezer) : 0°F (or -18°0 )
RF31 FMED**(For Ice/Water model Only )
Recommend Temp (Freezer) : 0°F (or -18°O )
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
_5OF_ _6OF_ _7OF_ _8OF_ 5OF_ 4OF_ 3OF
2°F --* 1°F _ 0°R
Centigrade : -18°0 _ -19°0 _ -20°0 _ -21 °C
-22°C _ -23°C _ -15°C _ -16°C _ -17°C
-18oo.
Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt
at 4°F (or -15.5°C). The temperature display will
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movesequentiallyfrom-8°Fto5°F(orfrom-23°C
to-15°0).
Controlling the fridge temperature
RF31FME§**(EO[_spark!in _ wate[ mode! 0nly) _
Recommend Temp (Fridge) : 37°F (or 3°C )
RF31FMED**(For Ice/Water model Only )
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Recommend Temp (Fddge) : 87°F (or 8°0 )
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
37OR
Centigrade : 3°0 _ 2°C _ 1°C _ 7°C _ 6°C
5oc -., 400 -., 3oc.
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 inthe digital display.
- The temperature of the Freezer or Fridge
may rise when you open the doors too
frequently, or ifa 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.
Ifthe blinking continues, you may need to
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"reset" the Refrigerator. Try unplugging the
appliance, wait for around 10 minutes and
then plug the power cord back in.
If there is a communication error between the
Display and Main Controller, the Convertible
Display light may blink. If the blinking continues
for a long period of time, please contact a
Samsung Electronics Service Center.
USING THE COLD WATER
DISPENSER
RF31 FMES**(For sparkling water
model only)
Push the appropriate ice/sparkling
button to select what you want
dispensed.
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Cubed Crushed
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.
Ifyou 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.
USING THE COLD WATER
DISPENSER
RF31 FMED**(For Ice/Water model
Only )
Push the appropriate ice type
button to select what you want
dispensed.
Water Cubed
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.
(_ f 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, 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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Maintaining the ice Bucket
+ 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 Iceafter 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 ifyou 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.
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.
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Z_ Ifyou want to remove the ice cubes
CAUTIONwithout using the ice bucket, please turn
the ice maker off and remove the ice
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maker's front cover from the ice maker.
Note that the ice cubes in the ice maker
can spill out over the drawer.
Z_ Do not put food in the ice bucket. If you
CAUTIONstore 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 inthe ice bucket
CAUTIONmay 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.
Z_ If a power failure occurs, ice cubes may
CAUTIONmelt, and then freeze together when
the power comes back on, causing the
dispenser to stop working.
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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. Ifyou leave the ice cubes
in the bucket, the ice cubes may clump together,
making it difficult 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 fit, turn the helix 90
degree (see the last illustration on the right, above)
and try again.
Z_ + Use only the ice maker provided with
CAUTIONthe refrigerator.
+ Have a suitably qualified person install
and connect the water supply line to the
refrigerator.
+ Connect the water supply line to a
potable water supply only.
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