Samsung RS23 User Manual

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SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR

SAMSUNG Home Appliance Service

SAM0096

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The service guide is for service men with adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a major appliance may result in personal injury and property damage. The manufacturer or dealer cannot be responsible for the interpretation of this information.

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.

Technical Service Guide

WARNING

Contents

1. Safety instruction on services

2. Warranty information

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3. Mechanical Disassembly

Circuit Diagram

Operation Principles By Parts Of Circuit

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6. Illustrated Parts Catalog

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Appendix ⅠⅠ(Reference for circuit diagnostics)

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1. Safety Instructions on Service

●Unplug the refrigerator before making any repair or any replacement. 󳦧 Avoid the electric shock.

●Use the rated components on the replacement. 󳦧 Check the correct model number, rated voltage, rated current, operating temperature and so

on.

●On repair, be sure that the wires such as harness are bundled tightly and are not exposed by

water.

󳦧 Bundle wires tightly in order not to be detached by the external force.

●On repair, remove completely dust, particles or other things on housing parts, harness parts,

and connectors.

󳦧 Cleaning may prevent fire by tracking or short.

●Check if there is any trace indicating the infitration of water on electrical parts. 󳦧 If there is kind of trace, change the related components or do the necessary action

such as taping using the insulating tape.

●After repair, check the assembled state of parts. 󳦧 It must be in the same assembled state when compared with the state before

disassembly.

●Check the surrounding conditions of the installed refrigerator. 󳦧 When the refrigerator is located at humid or wet place, or the installed state is

unstable, change the location.

●If needed, do the ground. 󳦧 Especially, if there is a possibility of the electric leakage, this appliance must be

properly grounded.

●Do not allow consumers to use one outlet for several plugs.

●Check whether the power cord is placed under other appliance and so, damaged, worm-out

squeezed.

󳦧Repair immediately the defective power plug or outlet. 󳦧Make sure that the power cord is not placed under other appliance or squeezed.

●Do not allow consumers to keep bottles or the likes in the Freezer or to keep foods in unstable

position.

●Do not allow consumers to repair the appliance by themselves.

●Do not allow consumers to keep other chemicals except food. 󳦧Medicines and other materials for research ; This appliance will not maintain the precisely

constant temperature for them.

󳦧Volatile material(Alcohol, Benzene, Ether, LP gas etc.) : possibility of explosion

2. Warranty information

LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER

SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR

This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited warranty period of:

One (1) Year Parts and Labor on Refrigerator

Five (5) Years Parts and Labor on Sealed Refrigeration System Only*

(*Compressor, evaporator, condenser, drier, connecting tubing)

This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized service center. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG's authorized service center.

SAMSUNG will repair or replace any part found to be defective, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer.

In-home service will be provided during the warranty labor period subject to availability within the contiguous United States. Inhome service is not available in all areas. To receive in-home service, the product must be unobstructed and accessible from floor level to service personnel. If during in-home service repair cannot be completed, it may be necessary to remove, repair and return the product. If in-home service is unavailable, SAMSUNG may elect, at our option, to provide for transportation of our choice to and from a SAMSUNG authorized service center. Otherwise, transportation to and from the SAMSUNG authorized service center is the responsibility of the purchaser.

This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal, noncommercial use of this product, and shall not apply to the following, including, but not limited to: damage which occurs in shipment; delivery and installation; applications and uses for which this product was not intended; altered product or serial numbers; cosmetic damage or exterior finish; accidents, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature; use of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installations, repairs, external plumbing and leaks, external wiring, circuit breakers, fuses or connectors not supplied and authorized by SAMSUNG, or which damage this product or result in service problems; incorrect electrical line voltage, fluctuations and surges; customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions, cleaning, maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction book; loss of food due to spoilage; consumable items including filters and light bulbs.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER’S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty service, please contact SAMSUNG at:

061002

3-1) Refrigerator Disassembly

3-2) Freezer Disassembly

3-3) Machine Compartment Disassembly

3. Mechanical Disassembly

Control Panel

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Door Handle

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Door Gasket

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Refrigerator Door Light Switch

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Refrigerator Light

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Tempered Glass Shelf

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Plastic Drawers in Refrigerator

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Gallon Door Bin

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Water Filter

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Damper in the Refrigerator

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Twin cool in the Refrigerator

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Refrigerator Thermistor

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Door Bin in Freezer

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Freezer Door Light Switch

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Plastic(Wire) Drawer in Freezer

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Freezer Shelf

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Ice Dispenser ＆ Ice Maker

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Auger Motor Case

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Freezer Light

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Evaporator Cover in Freezer

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Evaporator Fan Motor

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Evaporator in Freezer

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Freezer Thermistor

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Ambient Thermistor

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Ice-Maker Thermistor

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Machine Compartment ＆ Electrix Box

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Water Solenoids

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Condenser Fan

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Sub-condenser

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3. Mechanical Disassembly

1. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver on the slot as shown, and unlock the tabs.

2. Disconnect the wire connector.

The door handles allow access into the refrigerator and freezer. They are front mounted with Phillips head screws.

1. With a small flat-blade screwdriver, press the small button and pull handle cover out.

2. Remove the Phillips screws (5).

3. Lift the handle with an in and upward motion until it disengages the locking tabs. Pull the handle outward to remove it.

The door gasket is a molded gasket set into a

channel located in the door liner.

1. Open the door.

2. Grasp the gasket and pull in an outward motion until the molded gasket separates from the door liner.

The refrigerator has a door light switch located in

the upper right corner for the refrigerator.

1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to unlock the locking tab and pull the switch out until the wire connector is visible.

Control Panel

Door Handle

Door Gasket

3-1) Refrigerator Disassembly

Refrigerator Door Light Switch

Button

Mechanical Disassembly

The refrigerator light is located in the upper portion

of refrigerator.

1. Pull the tip on the cover.

These shelves allow the storage of larger items and

pull out for easy access.

1. Pull the shelf out as far as it goes.

2. Lift it up and remove it.

Drawers are designed for storage of fruits, vegetables, and deli items. The drawers are located in the lower portion of the refrigerator.

1. Pull out the drawer as far as it goes.

2. Tilt the drawer up and pull it out until it is removed.

The door bins allow storage of perishable items.

1. Push the bin up and slide it out.

The water filter is located in the bottom left-hand corner of the refrigerator. The water filter filters water for the ice maker and the water dispenser.

1. Turn the water filter 1/2 turn counterclockwise and pull it down.

2. To install the filter, align the indication mark (unlock position) and push it up while turning 1/2 turn clockwise until the lock position is aligned. Do not over tighten.

Gallon Door Bin

T empered Glass Shelf

Plastic Drawers in Refrigerator

Refrigerator Light

Water Filter

Mechanical Disassembly

Damper in the Refrigerator

1. Pull out the screw cap and remove the screw.

2. Remove the lamp cover by unlocking the tabs and pulling the cover down.

3. Remove the screw at the cover damper.

4. Take off sensor and lamp wire connector located on the upper liner.

6. Remove the damper from the refrigerator.

1. Pull out the Twin cool by unlocking the hooks.

The refrigerator thermistor is located inside of the

upper light cover of the refrigerator.

T win cool in the Refrigerator

Refrigerator Thermistor

THERMISTOR

The door bins allow storage of perishable items.

1. Push the bin up and slide it out.

This switch is located in the left-hand portion of the

freezer and sends a signal to the processor.

1. With a small flat-blade screwdriver, unlock the locking tabs and pull the switch out until the wire connector is visible.

2. Disconnect the wire connector and remove the switch.

Drawers are designed for storage of meat and dry foods. The drawers are located in the lower portion of the freezer.

1. Pull out the drawer as far as it goes.

2. Tilt the drawer up and pull it out until it is removed.

The shelves slide out for easy access for frozen

items.

1. Slide the shelf out until it reaches its stop.

2. Tilt down and slide it out of thecompartment.

Door Bin in Freezer

Mechanical Disassembly

3-2) Freezer Disassembly

Freezer Shelf

Plastic (Wire) Drawer in Freezer

Freezer Door Light Switch

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