Samsung RS23H, RS21H User Manual

quick start guide

1. Product features

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HIDDEN HINGES &
DOOR S/W

Slick-covered hidden hinges &
door s/w helps Neat & Stylish
square frontal view.

Coolselect Zone™
Drawer (optional)

With this state of the art
feature, you can select Quick
Cool, Thaw or Select buttons
to quickly chill, thaw and cool
items just in the CoolSelect
drawer. Select Soft Freeze,
Cool or 0 Zone to control the
temperature of drawer.

BLACK CLEAR LED
DISPLAY (optional)

With luxurious black window,
you can look and feel neat &
clear design.

SOFT TOUCH TYPE
HOME BAR (optional)

With soft touch type Home
Bar, just push and catch to
open or close with latch and
damping system.

EASY OPENNING
(optional)

Doors can be opened easily
and smoothly with this “Easy
Handle” for the customer
satisfaction.

EASILY MOVABLE TRAY
(optional)

New concept tray to increase
the movability with food
simultaneously. Useful for

storage of dessert and cake
etc.

2. Safety Information

Before using your new Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you
know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers.

Because the following instruction covers various models, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly
from the Refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any question, contact us or find help and information
online at www.samsung.com.

CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED

WARNING

CAUTION

Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists.

Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.

OTHER SYMBOLS USED

Represents something you must NOT do.

Represents something you must NOT disassemble.

Represents something you must NOT touch.

Represents something you must follow.

Indicates that you must disconnect the power plug from the socket.

Represents a ground is needed to prevent electric shock.

It is recommended that this symbol be handled by service man.

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

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

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual.

•

We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.

•

R600a or R134a can be used as a refrigerant. Check the compressor label on the rear of the appliance and the rating label

inside the fridge to see which refrigerant is used for the refrigerator.

• In case of R600a refrigerant, this gas is natural gas with high environmental compatibility that is, however, also

WARNING

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

• Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames

or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes.

• In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the

room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used.

• Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.

• The room must be 1m3 in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance.

• The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance.

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

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

- Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.

Severe warning signs

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

WARNING

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

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

• Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface.

- If your refrigerator is not level, the internal cooling system may not work correctly.

• Do not plug several appliances into the same power socket. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own

individual electrical which has a voltage rating that matched the rating plate.

- This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire

hazard from overheated wires.

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

outlet.

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

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

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

- This constitutes a fire hazard.

• Have the power cord repaired or replaced immediately by the manufacturer or its service agent if power cord has

become frayed or damaged.

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

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

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

• Do not insert the power plug with wet hands.

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs.

• Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

• Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins.

- Otherwise there is a risk of fire.

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

back.

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

- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.

• The refrigerator must be grounded.

- You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from

the refrigerator.

• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightening rods as ground.

- Improper use of the ground plug can result in electric shock.

• Do not dissemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.

- You run risk of causing a fire, malfunction and/or personal injury.

• If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull out power plug immediately and contact your Samsung electronics

service center.

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

• 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 place or use electrical appliance inside the refrigerator/freezer, unless they are of a type recommended by the

manufacturer.

• Before changing the interior light, unplug the appliance from the power supply.

• If you experience difficulty when changing the light, contact your service center.

• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

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

• Do not let children hang on the door. If not, a serious injury may occur.

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

- This may cause frostbite.

• If the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time, pull out the power plug.

- Deterioration in the power cord insulation may cause fire.

• 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.

Caution signs

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

CAUTION

• Manufacturer’s recommended storage times and expiry dates of frozen foods should be adhered to. Refer to

relevant instructions

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

• Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment

• 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 put bottles or glass containers in the freezer.

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