Samsung RS7G78FHCSL, RS5HK4405SA-EG, RS57K4000SA, RS57HBUPBSL, RS53K4400SA Operating Instructions

Refrigerator

User manual

RS57K40*/RS53K44*/RS53K46*

  SEUK  Free Standing Appliance

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Contents

Contents

Safety information	3
Important safety symbols and precautions:	5
CE Notice	5
Severe warning signs for transportation and site	6
Critical installation warnings	6
Installation cautions	10
Critical usage warnings	10
Usage cautions	15
Cleaning cautions	18
Critical disposal warnings	19
Additional tips for proper usage	20
Saving Energy Tips	21
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as	21
Instructions about the WEEE	22

Installation	23
Refrigerator at a glance	23
Step-by-step installation	27
Operations	42
Feature panel	42
Temperature settings	46
Special features	47
Maintenance	50
Handle and care	50
Cleaning	52
Replacement	53
Troubleshooting	55
General	55

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Safety information

	• Before using your new Samsung 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	Safety
	appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
	• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and	information
	above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
	capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
	given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
	a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
	Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
	maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
	• Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not
	cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
	It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care
	when installing, maintaining, and operating your appliance.
	• Because these following operating instructions cover various
	models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly
	from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may
	be applicable. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your
	nearest service center or find help and information online at www.
	samsung.com.
	• R-600a or R-134a is used as a refrigerant. Check the compressor
	label on the rear of the appliance or the rating label inside the
	fridge to see which refrigerant is used for your refrigerator. When
	this product contains flammable gas (Refrigerant R-600a), contact
	your local authority in regard to safe disposal of this product.

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Safety information

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•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 1 m³ in size for every 8 g of R-600a refrigerant inside the appliance.

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

•Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. When refrigerant leaks from the pipe, avoid any naked flames and move anything flammable away from the product and ventilate the room immediately.

- Failing to do so may result in fire or explosion.

•Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

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Important safety symbols and precautions:

Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This manual uses the following safety symbols.

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury, property damage, and/or death.

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury and/or property damage.

NOTE

Useful information that helps users understand or benefit from the refrigerator.

These warning signs 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.

CE Notice

This refrigerator has been determined to be in compliance with the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC), the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC), RoHS Directive (2011/65/ EU), Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1060/2010 and the

Eco-Design Directive (2009/125/EC) implemented by Regulation (EC) No 643/2009 of the European Union. (For products sold in European Countries only.)

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Severe warning signs for transportation and site

WARNING

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

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

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

•When transporting and installing the refrigerator, do not touch the water hose on the back side of the refrigerator.

-This may damage the refrigerator and as a result the water dispenser can not be used.

Critical installation warnings

WARNING

•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.

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• 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 of house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire

hazard from overheated wires.	Safety
• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.	information
its length or at either end.
- There is a risk of electric shock of fire.
• Do not use a power cord that has cracks or abrasion damage along
• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on
it.
• Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
• Do not twist or tie the power cord.
• Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy
object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects,
or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.
• 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.
• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
- Using aerosols near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or
fire.
• Do not install this appliance near a heater or inflammable material.

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

-This may result in an electric shock or fire.

•This refrigerator must be properly located and installed in accordance with the instructions in this manual before you use it.

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

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

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

•Keep the packing materials out of reach of children.

-There is a risk of death from suffocation if a child puts the packing materials on his or her head.

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

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

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

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

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

-Otherwise there is a risk of fire.

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

-This may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.

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

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the snap rings used for door adjustment or the water tube clips.

- There is risk of death by suffocation if a child swallows a snap ring or water tube clip. Keep the snap rings and water tube clips

out of children’s reach.	Safety
• The refrigerator must be safely grounded.	information
appliance. Power leakages can cause severe electric shock.
- Always make sure that you have grounded the refrigerator
before attempting to investigate or repair any part of the
• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines, or other potential lightning
attractors as an electrical ground.
- You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power
leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from the
refrigerator.
- This may result in an electric shock, fire, explosion, or problems
with the product.
• Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a
damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
- This may result in an electric shock or fire.
• If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced immediately by the
manufacturer or one of its service agents.
• The fuse on the refrigerator must be changed by a qualified
technician or service company.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or personal
injury.

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Installation cautions

CAUTION

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

-If your refrigerator is not level, cooling efficiency and durability can be declined.

-Keep the ventilation space in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstructions.

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

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

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

Critical usage warnings

WARNING

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

-This may result in an electric shock.

•Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.

-When you open or close the door, the articles may fall and cause personal injury and/or material damage.

•Do not insert hands, feet or metal objects (such as chopsticks, etc.) into the bottom or the back of the refrigerator.

-This may result in an electric shock or injury.

-Any sharp edges may cause a personal injury.

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

-This may cause frostbite.

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• Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator. - If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.

• Do not keep volatile or flammable objects or substances (benzene, thinner, propane gas, alcohol, ether, LP gas, and other such products) in the refrigerator.

- This refrigerator is for storing food only.

- This may result in fire or explosion.		Safety
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with		information
doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when you
the appliance.
- Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the
open the doors if children are in the area.
• Do not let children hang on the door or door bins. A serious injury
may occur.
• Do not let children go inside the refrigerator. They could become
trapped.
• Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance.
- Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.
• Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials, or
temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator.
- Products that require strict temperature controls must not be
stored in the refrigerator.
• Do not place or use electrical appliance inside the refrigerator/
freezer, unless they are of a type recommended by the
manufacturer.
• If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull out power plug
immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
• If any dust or water is in Refrigerator, pull out power plug and
contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
- Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
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•Do not let children step on a drawer.

-The drawer may break and cause them to slip.

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

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

-It can cause death from suffocation by entrapment or personal injury.

•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 spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.

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

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

-It may cause a personal injury or material damage.

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

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

-This may result in an electric shock or fire.

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

-Do not fill the tank with tea, juice or sports drink, this may damage the refrigerator.

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• Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. This may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury. Do not put a container filled with water on the appliance.

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

	• Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate	Safety
	the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the	information
	manufacturer.
	• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
	• Never stare directly at the UV LED lamp for long periods of time.
	- This may result in eye strain due to the ultraviolet rays.
	• Do not put fridge shelf in upside down. Shelf stopper could not
	work.
	- It may cause a personal injury because of glass shelf drop.
	• Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between the
	doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when you open
	the doors if children are in the area.
	• If a gas leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential
	sources of ignition, and air the room in which the appliance is
	standing for several minutes.
	- Do not touch the appliance or power cord.
	- Do not use a ventilating fan.
	- A spark may result in explosion or fire.
	• Use only the LED Lamps provided by the manufacturer or its
	service agents.
	• Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not fall
	out.
	• This product is intended only for the storage of food in a domestic
	environment.

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

-It may cause a personal injury or material damage.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

-Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.

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

•If the product is equipped with LED lamps, do not disassemble the Lamp Covers and LED lamps yourself.

-Contact a Samsung service center.

•Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly.

•Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.

-This may result in an electric shock or fire.

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Usage cautions

CAUTION

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

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

•Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator.

•Have the refrigerator’s water supply connected only to a potable water supply. To operate the ice maker properly, water pressure of 20 ~ 125 psi (138 ~ 862 kPa) is required. If you will be away from home for a long period of time (on vacation, for example) and won’t be using the water or ice dispensers, close the water valve.

-Otherwise, water leakage may occur.

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

•To get the best performance from the product:

-Do not place food too close to the vents at the rear of the refrigerator as this 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 bottles or carbonated beverages into the freezer. They can freeze and break. Broken beverage containers can cause injury.

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

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

•Do not place glass or bottles or carbonated beverages into the freezer.

-The container may freeze and break, and this may result in injury.

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

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

•Service Warranty and Modification.

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

•Do not block the air vents inside the refrigerator.

-If the air vents are blocked, especially with a plastic bag, the refrigerator can be over cooled. If a cooling period lasts too long, the water filter may break and cause water leakage.

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

•Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open.

-Otherwise, odor and mold may develop.

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

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• If you have a long vacation planned or do not intend to use the refrigerator for a long period of time, (3 weeks or more) empty the refrigerator including the ice bucket, 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.

• When the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out the power plug

	and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.	Safety
	• Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface.	information
	- Broken glass may result in a personal injury and/or property
	damage.
	• Fill the water tank and ice cube trays with potable water only (tap
	water, mineral water, or purified water).
	- Do not fill the tank with tea or a sports drink. This may damage
	the refrigerator.
	• Be careful that your fingers are not caught in.
	• If the refrigerator is flooded, make sure to contact your nearest
	service center.
	- There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
	• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
	flammable propellant in this appliance.

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Cleaning cautions

CAUTION

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

-There is a risk of fire or electric shock.

•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.

•Do not spray cleaning products directly on the display.

-Printed letters on the display may come off.

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

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

•Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug blades. Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

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

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

•Do not use benzene, thinner, or Clorox, Chloride for cleaning.

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

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

-It may cause a personal injury or material damage.

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

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

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