Samsung Refrigerator, Side-by-side refrigerator, rs61781gdsl, RSG5 Series, RSG5*CRS Series User Manual

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02_ safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Before operating the
appliance, please read
this manual thoroughly
and retain it for your
reference.

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

• This appliance can
be used by children
aged from 8 years and
above and persons
with reduced physical,
sensory or mental
capabilities or lack
of experience and
knowledge if they have

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

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.

• Because these following
operating instructions
cover various models,
the characteristics of
your refrigerator may
differ slightly from those
described in this manual.

CAUTION/WARNING
SYMBOLS USED

WARNING

Indicates that a danger
of death or serious injury
exists.

CAUTION

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

WARNING

Safety information

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THER 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.

CE Notice

This product 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 Eco­Design Directive(2009/125/EC)
implemented by Regulation (EC)
No 643/2009 of the European
Union. (For products sold in
European Countries only)

• 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.

• R-600a or R-134a 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 R-600a
refrigerant, this gas
is natural gas with
high environmental
compatibility that
is, however, also
combustible. When
transporting and
installing the appliance,

04_ safety information

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 R-600a
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.

• This appliance is not intended

WARNING

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.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS

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

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

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

• 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

WARNING

safety information _05

overloading house wiring
circuits, which could cause a
fi re hazard from overheated
wires.

• 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 fi re 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 fi re.

• 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 fi re.

• 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 fi re,
malfunction and/or personal
injury.

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

06_ safety information

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 fi re.

• 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.

• 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.

CAUTION

safety information _07

• 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.

• Do not spray inflammable gas
near the refrigerator.

- There is a risk of explosion or
fi r e .

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

- There is a risk of fi re or electric
shock.

• Do not store volatile or
flammable substances in the
refrigerator.

- The storage of benzene, thinner,
alcohol, ether, LP gas and
other such products may cause
explosions.

• If you have a long vacation
planned, it is advisable to
empty the appliance or use the
vacation function.

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

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

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

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

CAUTION SIGNS FOR
CLEANING

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

- It may cause personal injury or
material damage.

• Do not use a wet or damp cloth
when cleaning the plug, remove
any foreign material or dust
from the power plug pins.

- Otherwise there is a risk of fi re.

WARNING SIGNS FOR
DISPOSAL

• When disposing of this or other
refrigerators, remove the door/

CAUTION

08_ safety information

door seals, door latch so that
small children or animals cannot
become trapped inside.

• Leave the shelves in place so
that children may not easily
climb inside.

• 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.

• Cyclopentane is used as a
insulation blowing gas. The
gases in insulation material
require special disposal
procedure. Please contact your
local authorities in regard to the
environmentally safe disposal of
this product. Ensure that none
of the pipes on the back of the
appliances are damaged prior
to disposal. The pipes shall be
broke in the open space.

• 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

CAUTION

corrected within an hour or two
will not affect your refrigerator
temperatures. However, you
should minimize the number of
door openings while the power
is off.

- Should the power failure last
more than 2 hours, remove all
ice in the Ice Bucket.

- Should the power failure last
more than 24 hours, remove all
frozen food.

For doors or lids fi tted with locks
and keys, the keys be kept out
of the reach of children and not
in the vicinity of the refrigerating
appliance, in order to prevent
children from being locked
inside.

ADDITIONAL TIPS FOR
PROPER USAGE

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

• To get best performance of
product,

- Do not place foods too closely
in front of the vents at the
rear of the appliance as it can
obstruct free air circulation in
the freezer compartment.

safety information _09

- Wrap the food up properly or
place it in airtight containers
before put it into the fridge
freezer

- Do not put any newly introduced
food for freezing near to already
frozen food.

• There is no need to disconnect
the refrigerator from the power
supply if you will be away for
less than three weeks. But,
remove all the food if you are
going away for the three weeks
or more. Unplug the refrigerator
and clean it, rinse and dry.

• The appliance might not
operate consistently (possibility
of defrosting of contents
or temperature becoming
too warm in the frozen food
compartment) when sited for
an extended period of time
below the cold end of the range
of temperatures for which
the refrigerating appliance is
designed.

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

• Place the ice tray at the
originally provided position by
manufacturer in order to achieve
optimal ice-freezing.

• Your appliance is frost free,
which means there is no
need to manually defrost your

appliance, as this will be carried
out automatically.

• Temperature rising during the
defrost can comply with ISO
requirement. But If you want
to prevent an undue rise in the
temperature of the frozen food
while defrosting the appliance,
please wrap the frozen food in
several layers of paper such as
newspaper.

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

• Contains fluorinated greenhouse
gases covered by the Kyoto
Protocol.

• Foam blown with fluorinated
greenhouse gases.

Foam blown additive:
Perfl uorohexane Global
Warming Potential (GWP) =
9000

• The temperature of two
star section (sections) or
compartment (compartments)
which have two star symbol
(

) is slightly higher than
other freezer compartment
(compartments).
The two star section (sections)
or compartment (compartments)
is (are) based on the instruction
and/or the condition as
delivered.