Samsung RF266ABRS/XAA User Manual
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1. The appliance must be positioned so that the power cord is accessible after installation If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or qualified service personnel If you have a long vacation planned empty the Refrigerator and turn it off Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open to keep odor and mold from developing Service Warranty and Modification e Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not covered under Samsung warranty service nor can Samsung be responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or Freezer make sure that you e Take off the doors e Leave all shelves in places so that children may not easily climb inside and shut the door while they are inside CAUTION amp This appliance is not intended for use by small children or infirm persons without capable adult supervision Small children should be supervised when using the appliance Do not block air holes e fthe air holes are blocked especially with plastic bag refrigerator can be over cooled If this cooling period lasts long water filter will be broken and cause water leakage 6 Safety Information Contents SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR OS OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 19 T2. 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 32 warranty THERE ARE
3. space for air circulation of the internal cooling system If the Refrigerator does not have enough space the internal cooling system may not work properly 1 2 inch First thing Make sure that you can easily move your Refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways both width and height thresholds ceilings stairways etc The following chart details the exact height and depth of Samsung French Door Refrigerator MODEL RF266AB Internal water dispenser RF265AB Capacity Cu Ft 26 Width 35 34 70 Case Height Dimension inch 68 with Door 35 96 Depth without Door 29 e Allow clearance to the right left back and top when installing This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower e Do not install the Refrigerator where the temperature will go below 50 F 10 C e Condensation may occur on the french door areas when you use Refrigerator for the first time The E Saver function is automatically set to on when power is supplied to the Refrigerator If you experience excess condensation press the E Saver button again to turn the feature off When moving your refrigerator To prevent floor damage be sure the front levelling legs are in the up position above the floor Refer to Levelling the refrigerator in the manual To protect the finish of the flooring place the protection sheet such as packing carton under the refrigerat
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5. Hemember do not over tighten Cover filter Turn until the label aligned indicator 4 Once you have completed this process hold the Fridge Power Cool button simultaneously for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule Power Cool E Saver Fridge LILIF m Ue LIe 38 F is Recommended Filter Change Hold 3 sec 5 Lastly run about six glassfuls of water through water dispenser to clean the water supply system Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly or water may drip from the dispenser This is due to the fact that there is still air in the line Do NOT use the water or ice dispenser without a water filter cartridge because the water line may become blocked Ordering replacement Water Filter For replacement waster filter you can visit your local service center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor Be sure the replacement water filter has the SAMSUNG logo on the box and the water filter Link http www samsungparts com 30 Operating FOUDIESNOOTING PROBLEM The Refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently The food in the Refrigerator is frozen You hear unusual noise or sounds The front corners and vertical hinged section of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring Ice is not harvesting You can hear water bubbling in the Refrigerator There is a bad smel
6. If the Refrigerator is not level it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even When the Left door is lower than the Right door Insert a flat blade screwdriver into a notch on the left control lever turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the left door dN 9NLLL3S LO Control Lever Screwdriver When the Left door is higher than the Right door Insert a flat blade screwdriver into a notch on the right control lever turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the right door J _ gt Control Lever Screwdriver 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 Setting Up _13 Setting up your French Door Refrigerator MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN DOORS Remember a level Refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even If you need help review the previous section on leveling the Refrigerator When the left door is lower than the right door When the left door is higher than the right door 1 If you open the drawer 1 you can see the lower hinge 2 2 Insert the supplied Allen Wrench 3 16 3 into the shaft 4 of the lower hinge 3 Please adjust the height by turning the Allen Wrench 3 16 3 clockwise or counter clockwise amp 7 when you turn the Allen Wrench 3 16 counter cloc
7. Interior Lights in the Freezer Drawer 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Pull drawer out to full extension 3 Pull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise 5 Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly N Do not place fingers inside the cover The lamp may be hot CAUTION Operating 29 Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Retrigerator CHANGING THE WATER FILTER The Filter Indicator light lets you Know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge To give you preparation time to get a new filter the red light will come 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 fridge 1 Take a new water filter and put a month indicator sticker on the filter as shown The date on the sticker must be six months from the current date For example if you are replacing the water filter in March put the SEP September sticker on the filter to remind you to replace in oeptember Normal filter life is about every 6 months 2 Remove the new filter s protective cap and remove the old filter 3 Position and insert the new filter into the filter housing olowly turn the water filter clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover locking the filter in position Make sure to align the water filter label mark with the center of cover filter printing as illustrated
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9. RF265AB RF266AB English imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing your Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com global register uL creatures of your new metngerator KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy efficient features e Twin Cooling System The Refrigerator and Freezer have separate evaporators Due to this independent cooling system the Freezer and Refrigerator cool more efficiently Additionally this separate air flow system prevents food odor of one compartment from seeping into other compartments e Cool Select Pantry The Cool Select Pantry is a full width drawer with adjustable temperature control e Bigger amp Wider Space The wide shelf area and pantry provide enough space for larger items such as a pizza box etc The wide freezer drawer also provides enough space for 2 3 turkeys e Secure Auto Close The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open e Digital Display and Temperature Control e Water Filtration System e Door Alarm A helpful beeper alerts you if the door is ajar e Tilting Pocket The Tilting pocket can be used to store up to a 16 pizza e Auto Pull Out Drawer The upper drawer in the freezer comes out automatically as you just open the freezer door e Easy Handl
10. ROUBLESHOOTING 3 WARRANTY 32 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM 4 08 09 09 11 13 14 15 16 17 19 20 21 21 Ad 23 24 25 26 2 28 29 30 31 32 34 Getting ready to install the refrigerator Setting up the refrigerator Removing the refrigerator doors Reattaching the refrigerator doors Adjusting the doors Making minor adjustments between doors Adjusting the freezer drawer Checking the water dispenser line Installing the water line Using the control panel Using the digital display Controlling the temperature Using the cold water dispenser Parts and Features storing food Using the Cool Select Pantry Removing the refrigerator accessories Using the doors Removing the freezer drawer accessories Cleaning the refrigerator Changing the interior lights Changing the water filter Troubleshooting Warranty Circuit diagram Contents _ 7 setting up your French Door kefrgerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung French Door Refrigerator We nope y you ud the state of art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers a CK Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator mh e A location with easy access to the water supply e A location without direct exposure to sunlight e A location with level or nearly level flooring e A location with enough space for the Refrigerator doors to open easily e Allow sufficient
11. arp corners of the bins may cause injury Do not adjust a bin that is loaded with food ONILVH3 dO g0 2 Tempered Spill Proof Glass Shelves To remove Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction shown 1 and lift it up vertically 2 Pull the shelf out To replace Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots Glass shelves are heavy caution Use special care when removing them 3 Vegetable amp Fruit Drawers To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up the front of drawer and pull straight out To replace Insert the drawer into the frame rails and push back into place The glass shelf over the drawer is not firmly secured Be careful caution when lifting Do not open the drawer while the pantry is open It may cause scratch or breakage to it s cover Operating 25 Operating your SAMSUNG French Door neimnaerator 4 Cool Select Pantry To remove the pantry Pull the pantry out to full extension Tilt up the front side of pantry and pull straight out To replace the pantry Push the rails to the back of the Hefrigerator Place the drawer onto the rails and slide the pantry back until it is in place To remove the divider Pull the pantry completely out to full extension and raise the front side of the divider
12. ater pressure of 20 125 psi pound per square inch is required Under normal conditions a 170 cc 5 75 oz paper cup can be filled in 10 seconds If the Refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure below 20psi you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure Make sure the water storage tank inside the Refrigerator is properly filled To do this press the water dispenser lever until the water runs from the water outlet Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from your dealer We recommend using a water supply kit that contains copper tubing Connecting to the water supply line 1 First shut off the main water supply line and turn the ice maker off 2 Locate the nearest cold drinking water line 3 After connecting the water supply to the water filter turn your main water supply back on and flush four or more gallons into a bucket to clear and prime the water filter 11 Cold water line 2 Pipe clamp a 3 pe line installation kit ANG R A 4 Shut off valve IN it CO 16_ Setting Up INSTALLING THE WATER LINE Connecting the water 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 e 1 4 compression nut copper tubing e plastic tubing e ferrule Refrigerator Compression nut Plastic tubing 1 4 Sup
13. ator or just installed a new water filter pour out the first six glassfuls of water to flush out impurities in the water supply system Make sure water flows cleanly before drinking N If you have a long vacation or business trip close the water CAUTION valve and shut off the water supply to the Refrigerator This will help prevent accidental leakages 4 The water tank s capacity is approximately one third 1 3 of a gallon Please wait 1 second before removing the cup after dispensing water to prevent spills Operating 21 Operating your SAMSUNG French Door 3emgerator wherever It appears PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator Digital Sensor Control Auto Door Closer AT o T Water Filter ieee IE r 3 Spill Proof LI Hm Glass Shelf Door Bins 2 vera inged HC Em Lo Ju eg Internal Water Dispenser RF266AB py 5 Vegetable amp Fruit EL 181 Ta Drawers o SH Hit WC Cool Select PantryTM a paaa A Ice maker BEE Il Light Ice Bin re HE IE NUUAM Ti Auto Pull Out Drawer Tilting Pocket 2 DAS AA X iA Plum C Freezer Drawer Bin 9 Front Leg Cover 22 Operating STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR 1 DAIRY Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine yogurt or COMPARTMENT cream cheese bricks Designed t
14. can be kept around 38 F 3 C This feature helps keep food e fresh for a longer time SU Pantry temperature can be maintained under recommended temperature setting Freezer 2 F Fridge 38 F Chilled 3 When Chilled is selected the temperature of the pantry can be kept around 34 F 1 C This feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for a longer time Pantry temperature can be maintained under recommended temperature setting Freezer 2 F Fridge 38 F Deli Fresh Chilled pineapple cucumbers Steaks lemon apples hard cheeses avocado oranges cold cuts potato grapes bacon Zucchinis hot dogs corn Fruits and vegetables may be damaged when the chilled mode is set Do not store lettuce or other leafy produce in this pantry AN Do not store glass bottles in this pantry If they are frozen they can break and cause personal injury CAUTION USING THE TILTING POCKET The Tilting Pocket can be used to store up to a 16 pizza if you place it shown in the illustration 24 Operating Operating your SAMSUNG French Door neimnaerator REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR ACCESSORIES 1 Door Bins amp Dairy Compartment To remove Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out To replace Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops N Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly assembled CAUTION Do not allow children to play with bins Sh
15. dicator o When the filter indicator light is on it is time to change the filter Typically this happens about every 6 months The filter Indicator will be Blue when you initially insert the water filter The filter Indicator will be Light Pink when you have used your water filter for 5 months The filter Indicator will be Red when you have used your water filter for 6 months After removing the old water filter and installing a new one see page 30 for instructions on how to do this reset the indicator by pressing the Fridge and Power Cool button simultaneously for about 3 seconds Cooling Off Mode OF amp OF code on the display This function is for store display refrigerators It is not for customer use In Cooling Off Mode the refrigerator works but doesn t make cool air To cancel this mode cauTion press the Power Freeze and Freezer buttons at the same time for 3 seconds until a Ding dong sound is heard and the unit will now cool 20_ Operating CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Controlling the Freezer temperature The Freezer temperature can be set between 8 F and 14 F to suit your particular needs Press the Freezer button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt at 4 F The temperature display will move sequentially from 14 F to 8 F When the display reaches 8 F it will begin again at 14 F ONILVH3 dO c0 Fiv
16. e Freezer door can be opened with less effort e Energy Star Energy star labeled this product could save your energy costs eL For easy future reference write the model and Model serial number down You will find your model number and serial number on the left side of the Serial refrigerator 2 Features Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung French Door 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 at 1 800 SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www samsung com What the icons and signs in this user manual mean Nn Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property CAUTION damage To reduce the risk of fire explosion electric shock or personal injury when using your cAUTION refrigerator follow these basic safety precautions Do NOT attempt Do NOT disassemble Do NOT touch Follow directions explicitly Unplug the power plug from the wall socket Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electr
17. e door 3 over the lower hinge 4 Be aware not to miss the hinge cap because it can be easily taken off 3 Insert the upper hinge shaft 5 into the hole on the corner of the Refrigerator door 6 Make sure the hinge is level between the upper hinge hole 7 and the hole of the cabinet 8 and reattach the hinge screws 9 and ground screw 10 by turning in a clockwise direction Heconnect the wires 4 Place the front edge of the top table 11 on the front of the ll upper hinge 12 and reattach with three screws us When reattaching the top table make sure that the wires are not pressed or damaged by the top table Setting Up _11 dN ONILLAS LO Setting up your French Door Refrigerator ASSEMBLE THE FREEZER DRAWER 1 Pull out the rails to the full length on each side of the cabinet evenly 2 Hang the freezer door front onto open slots on the sides 3 Tighten four 10mm hex head screws completely 4 With the drawer pulled out fully insert the lower basket 6 into the rail system 5 Hook the ends of the tilting pocket 7 into both brackets 8 and push down until they lock into place 12 Setting Up ADJUSTING THE DOORS Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator you want to make sure the Refrigerator is level so you can make final adjustments
18. e seconds after the new temperature is set the display will again show the actual current freezer temperature until the new temperature is reached Controlling the Refrigerator temperature The Refrigerator temperature can be set between 46 F and 34 F to suit your particular needs Press the Fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display 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 in the digital display The temperature of the Freezer or the Refrigerator may rise from opening the doors too frequently or if a large amount of warm or hot food is placed in either side This may cause the digital display to blink Once the Freezer and Refrigerator temperature return to their normal set temperatures the blinking will stop If the blinking continues you may need to reset the Refrigerator Try unplugging the appliance wait for around 10 minutes and then plug the power cord back in USING THE COLD WATER DISPENSER Using the Water dispenser RF266AB Place a glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the water dispenser lever with your glass Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out If you have just installed the Refriger
19. er straight up To replace the divider Hook the top corners of divider over the hole of the bin Operating 27 Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Retrigerator CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ free Cleaning the Interior Clean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth You can remove the drawers and shelves for a more thorough cleaning Just make sure to dry drawers and shelves before putting them back into place Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean soft cloth Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying directly on the surface of the Refrigerator It helps ensure an even distribution of moisture to the surface The doors handles and cabinet surfaces should be cleaned with a mild detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth To keep your appliance looking its best the exterior should be polished once or twice a year N Do not use Benzene Thinner or Clorox for cleaning They may caution damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire Cleaning the water dispenser RF266AB Use a damp cloth to clean the ice and water dispenser Then wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Cleaning the Rubber door seals If the rubber door seals are dirty the doors may not close properly and the Refrigerat
20. frozen food You can store a 16 pizza Can be used to store meat and dry foods Stored food should be placed in a container or wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials 9 FREEZER DRAWER BIN Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not tip and fall out when the Refrigerator door is opened If you plan to go away for a long time empty the Refrigerator and turn it off Wipe the excess moisture from the inside of the appliance and leave the doors open This helps keep odor and mold from developing Operating 23 USING THE COOL SELECT PANTRY The Cool Select Pantry is a full width drawer with adjustable temperature control This pantry can be used for large party trays deli items pizza beverages or miscellaneous items IDEEN HE There is a temperature control which can adjust the amount of thi PEE cold air allowed into the pantry e AN C The control is located on the right side of the pantry I peu A A Selection Button 1 When Deli is selected the temperature of the pantry can be kept around 41 F 5 C This feature helps keep food fresh for a long time Pantry temperature can be maintained under recommended temperature setting Freezer 2 F Fridge 38 F 2 When Fresh is selected the temperature of the pantry
21. ghly or water may drip from the dispenser This is due to the fact that there is still air in the line Test button CAUTION n case ice doesn t come out pull out the ice bucket and press test button located on the right side of ice maker Test button 18 Setting Up Operating your SAMSUNG French Door nerraerator USING THE CONTROL PANEL 1 Ice Off Button 2 Power Freeze Button 8 Freezer Button 4 Fridge Button 5 Power Cool Button 6 E Saver Button Power Freeze Freezer Fridge Power Cool E Saver gr qu mo OCF LUC vl 2 F is Recommended Ei 0 fas Yo C 38 F is Recommended Filtef Change Hold 3 sec Press the Ice off button if you want to turn the ice maker off Speeds up 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 Press the Freezer button to set the Freezer to your desired temperature You can set the temperature between 8 F and 14 F Press the Fridge button to set the fridge to your desired temperature You can set temperature between 34 F and 46 F Speeds up the time needed to cool products in the Refrigerator It can be helpful if you need
22. ic shock Cy 9 9 GI Call the service center for help These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others Please follow them explicitly Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference SEVERE WARNING SIGNS NJ Do not plug several appliances into the same power receptacle e Large appliances draw a lot of power Powering more than one appliance or machine from a single power source could cause overheating and cause a fire Make sure that the power plug is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator e A damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire Do not spray water directly into or on the outside of the Refrigerator Freezer drawer e Water could get into the interior machine parts and cause electric shock Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator e Aerosols used near the Refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire Safety Information 3 Safety Information Do not put undue stress on the power cord or place heavy articles on it e Placing heavy articles on the power cord create the risk of explosion or fire Do not insert the power plug with wet hands e t may cause electric shock Do not put a container filled with water on the Refrigerator e fit spills it may cause fire or electric shock Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water e Wet and or deteriorated insulation of the internal electrical parts may cause e
23. ing of the extention cord should be AC 115V 120V 10A or more Additionally if a grounding adapter is used make sure the receptacle box is also fully grounded 4 Safety Information CAUTION SIGNS Use good judgment when filling the Refrigerator with food and drinks e nan overfull Refrigerator heavy fragile bulky or breakable items may fall out and cause personal injury and or damage to surrounding objects Do not put bottles or glass containers in the Freezer drawer e When the contents freeze and then expand the glass may break and cause personal injury or leave dangerous glass shards in the Freezer If the electrical wall socket is loose do not insert the power plug e There is a risk of electric shock or fire Have the plug looked at by a licensed electrician NJ Never unplug your Refrigerator by pulling on the power cord e Always grip the power cord firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Yanking or pulling on the power cord may cause a short circuit fire and or electric shock e A damaged power cord must be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or qualified service personnel Do not store articles on the top of the appliance e When you open or close the door the articles may fall and cause personal injury and or damage to surrounding objects Do not store pharmaceutical products scientific materials and temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator e Products that requi
24. kwise amp z the door will move up 1 After adjusting the doors please insert the supplied fastener ring 5 using a pair of pliers 6 in the gap between the hinge grommet 7 and the lower hinge 8 The number of fastener rings you ll need to insert depends on the gap Two fastener rings are enclosed with the refrigerator Thickness of each fastener ring is 0 04 inch 14 Setting Up ADJUSTING THE FREEZER DRAWER LEVEL Adjustment part cS DN TIA SSN Freezer Drawer 1 Locate the height adjuster 1 in the freezer drawer Unscrew the four Phillips screws 2 slightly to loosen the door dN ONILLAS LO 2 Loosen the controller screw 3 with a Phillips screwdriver 3 Find the best level to align the door slope Example The slope is about 2mm 0 08inch as shown below Rotate the Height Adjuster to 2 0 to reduce the door slope After adjustment first tighten screw 3 and then screw 2 Setting Up _15 Setting up your French Door kefrigerator CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE A water dispenser is just one of the helpful features on your new Samsung Hefrigerator To help promote better health the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles from your water However it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that In order for the ice maker to operate properly a w
25. l in the Refrigerator Frost forms on the walls of the Freezer Water dispenser is not functioning SOLUTION e Check that the power plug is properly connected e s the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a lower temperature e s the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source e s the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulation e s the temperature control on the display set to the correct temperature Try setting it to a warmer temperature e s the temperature in the room too low e Did you store the food with high water content in the coldest part of the Refrigerator Try moving those items into the body of the Refrigerator instead of keeping them in the Cool Select Pantry ONILOOHSITANOYL 0 e Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable e s the back of the Refrigerator too close the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating e Was anything dropped behind or under the Refrigerator e A ticking sound is heard from inside the Refrigerator It is normal and occurs because various accessories are contracting or expanding in relation to the temperature of the Refrigerator interior e Some heat is normal as anti condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of the Refrigerator to prevent condensation e s the Refrigerator door ajar Condensation can occur when you lea
26. lectric shock or fire Do not store volatile flammable or high evaporating substances in the refrigerator e Storing benzene thinner alcohol ether LP gas dryice and other such products may cause explosions Do not disassemble or repair the Refrigerator by yourself e You run the risk of fire appliance malfunctions and or personal injury Call your nearest service center for help from a qualified service technician Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light e Changing the light while the Refrigerator is plugged in may cause electric shock If you wish to dispose of the Refrigerator remove the doors and seals before throwing It away e The doors and their seals can entrap a child if they climb into the Refrigerator Make sure that the doors are off and ensure that no one is suffocated by being locked inside i The Refrigerator must be safely grounded e Always make sure that you have grounded the Refrigerator before attempting to investigate or repair any part of the appliance Power leakages can cause severe electric shock Never use gas pipes telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground e Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock If it is necessary to use an extension cord to power the Refrigerator use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade ground plug and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance The marked rat
27. len wrench 3 16 CSS Flat blade screwdriver Pliers Disassemble the Refrigerator doors 1 With the door closed remove the top table 1 using a Philips screwdriver and then disconnect the wires 2 Remove hinge screws 3 and ground screw 4 2 Lift the door straight up to remove Z 3 With a Philips head screwdriver remove the two I screws attached to the lower left and right IS door hinges 12 Bs With an Allen Wrench 3 16 remove the two hex J head bolts 11 attached to the lower left and right LF door hinges Setting Up _9 Remove the lower left and right door hinges 12 setting up your French Door kefrgerator Disassemble the Freezer drawer 1 Push the upper drawer until it reaches to the cabinet rear wall 2 Remove the tilting pocket 1 by pulling on both brackets 2 upward at the same time 3 Take out the lower basket 3 by lifting the basket up from rail system 4 Remove four 10mm hex head bolts from both sides 5 Lift the freezer door up from the rails 10 Setting Up REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS 1 Reattach two flat head screws 1 and two hex head Assemble the Refrigerator doors pm screws 2 to the hinge completely l o a 2 Place the hole in the bottom of th
28. o handle large bulky items such as gallons of milk or other large 2 DOOR BINS bottles and containers Designed to be crack resistant the shelves can be used to store all types of food 8 TEMPERED GLASS and drinks Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon SHELVES and can usually be wiped clean with a damp cloth ONILVHIdO c0 4 EGG CONTAINER Best place to keep eggs Place the container on the shelf for easy access Used to preserve the freshness of your stored vegetables and fruits 5 VEGETABLE amp FRUIT This drawer has been specifically designed to control the level of humidity DRAWERS Ki within the compartment Keep vegetables and fruits separate if possible Gi OOR RE Can be used for large party trays deli items pizza beverages or EAN miscellaneous items Do not place any large articles of food under the lamp in the Refrigerator An air sensor is located near the lamp and if the sensor is blocked your Refrigerator may become too cold Please place Vegetable and Fruits in the Vegetable and Fruits drawers to avoid freezing them if the foods in your Refrigerator become frozen please set the temperature higher STORING FOOD IN THE FREEZER DRAWER Best use to store meats or dry foods Stored food should be placed in a container or wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials 7 AUTO PULL OUT DRAWER 9 TILTING POCKET Can be used for small packages of
29. or Control Lever Screwdriver When installing servicing or cleaning behind the refrigerator caution be sure to pull the unit straight out and push back in straight after finishing 8 Setting Up SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR Now that you have your new Refrigerator installed and 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 Place the Refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the Refrigerator Refer to installation instructions in this manual tif 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 D a a tting nut O temperature and wait for an hour The Freezer will DA62 00305A DA74 00070B get slightly chilled and the motor will run smoothly S gt D zh 4 After powering the Refrigerator it will take a few Water filter DI a hours to reach the appropriate temperature You DA29 00003B S can store food and drinks in the Refrigerator once RB ID c c the temperature is sufficiently cool v Check the accessory list below REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS If your entrance won t allow the Refrigerator to pass easily Tools you will need through it you can remove the doors KAB Cars Philips screwdriver 10mm Socket Wrench Al
30. or will not operate efficiently Keep the door seals free of grit or grime by cleaning the doors with a mild detergent and damp cloth Wipe dry with a clean soft cloth VA Do not spray the Refrigerator with water while it is plugged in as it may cause an electric shock caution DO not clean the Refrigerator with benzene thinner or car detergent due to risk of fire Cleaning behind the Refrigerator To keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and dirt accumulation vacuum behind the appliance once or twice a year N Do not remove the back cover Doing so may cause an electric shock CAUTION 28 Operating CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS Before changing any of interior lights unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply If you are unsure caution about changing the lights after reading through these directions contact your service center for help Heplacement bulbs for both freezer and fridge are available from your local home improvement or electronics store Use replacement bulbs with size E26 maximum 60 watts Changing the Interior Light in the Refrigerator ONILVH3 dO c0 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Pull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it 3 Turn the bulb counterclockwise 4 Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly Changing the
31. plied Supplied t 5 Compression fitting Pu Supplied N m UR r S Ferrule E aw Not supplied II Compression nut S M 14 Wei 1 4 Not supplied I S Copper tubing or Plastic tubing Not supplied Not supplied SVESS ES SS Household water line 1 Slip the compression nut through the supplied plastic tubing 2 Tighten the compression nut onto the 1 4 compression fitting f you are using copper tubing slip the compression nut B not included and ferrule not included on copper tubing not included as shown f you are using plastic tubing insert the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing B into the compression fitting CAUTION Do not use without the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing 3 Tighten the compression nut B onto the compression fitting Do not over tighten the compression nut B 4 Turn water on and check for any leakage Only connect the water line to a drinkable water source If you have to repair or disassemble the water line cut off 1 4 of the plastic tubing to make sure you get a snug leak free connection Installing the water filter 1 Remove the water filter cover 1 2 Remove the fixed cap by turning it counter clockwise Keep the cap in a safe place for later use if you don t use the filter 3 Remove the water filter from the box and put a replacement indicator sticker on the filter as shown Place a sticker on the filter
32. re exact temperature controls should not be stored in the Refrigerator Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on shelves and handles of the vo Refrigerator They could damage the Refrigerator and seriously injure themselves If you notice chemical or burning plastic smells or see smoke unplug the Refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics Service Center After your Refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the Freezer compartment Particularly when hands are damp or wet skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces e Skin may stick to the surface and you may get frostbite Do not put your hands under the appliance e Any sharp edges may cause personal injury Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole or ice chute e t may cause personal injury and or material damage Safety Information 5 Safety Information If the Refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time for example over several months unplug the power from the wall e Over time deterioration in the power cord insulation may cause fire Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins e A Dirty power plug can increase the risk of fire If the Refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in Do not place the equipment directly in sunlight
33. that dates six months in the future For example if you install the water filter in March put the SEP sticker on the filter to remind you to replace in September That way you ll know when it is time to replace the filter Normally a filter life is about 6 months Sticker month indicator Setting Up 17 dN ONILLAS LO Setting up your French Door Hetraerator Cover filter 5 4 Remove the filter cap and insert the filter into the filter housing 5 Slowly turn the water filter 90 clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover locking the filter in position Make sure to align the water filter label mark with center of cover filter printing as illustrated Remember do not over tighten aligned Separation of red cap You should remove the right side upper glass shelf before installing water filters Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing the water filter 1 Turn ON the main water supply amp turn OFF the valve to lt the water supply line Ue 2 Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear b a approx 6 7 minutes This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines E 3 Additional flushing may be required in some households 4 Open the Refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter Be sure to flush the dispenser thorou
34. to quickly cool easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the fridge has warmed dramatically For example if the door was left open For better energy efficiency press E Saver button However if condensation occurs on the door turn the E Sasver function off Operating _19 ONILVH3 dO c0 Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Retrigerator USING THE DIGITAL DISPLAY Freezer Temp indicates the current Freezer temperature Fridge Temp indicates the current Refrigerator temperature Ice Off Power Freeze Freezer Fridge Power Cool _ E Saver CILIF Q Wir EE a Cooling Off Hold 3 sec 2 F is Recommended 38 F is Recommended Filter Change Hold 3 sec Power Freeze This icon will light up when you activate the Power Freeze feature Power Freeze is great when you need a lot of ice When you have enough ice just press the button again to cancel the Power Freeze mode If you select Power Freeze the inside temperature of the Freezer will decrease for about two and a half hours Ice maker off O If you don t need ice press the Ice off button to save on water and energy consumption Power Cool amp This icon will light up when you activate the Power Cool button For a quick fridge cool down use Power Cool If you select Power Cool the inside temperature of the Fridge will decrease for about two and a half hours Filterin
35. to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry then lift the divider out To replace the divider Hook the back of the divider over the rear wall of the pantry and push the divider down 5 9 a g SUDUUgUUD USING THE DOORS The Refrigerator doors are equipped with a door opening and closing feature that ensures that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed When the Refrigerator door is only partially open it will automatically close The door will stay open when opened more than around 3 Inches 26 Operating REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1 Tilting Pocket To remove Pull the brackets 1 upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the pocket To replace Hook the ends of the pocket into both brackets 1 and push down until it locks into place ONILVH3 dO 60 2 Auto Pull out Drawer To remove Pull the drawer out to full extension Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out To relocate Place the drawer onto the rails by tilting it up Lower the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the drawer in 3 Freezer Drawer Bin To remove the drawer Pull the drawer out fully Tilt up the rear of the bin and lift it out to remove To replace the drawer Place the bin into the rail assembly To remove the divider Pull the divid
36. ung 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 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 In home 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
37. ve the door open for a long time e Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice e s the water line connected and the shut off valve open e Did you manually stop the ice making function e s the Freezer temperature too warm Try setting the Freezer temperature lower e his is normal The bubbling comes from the Refrigerator coolant liquid circulating through the Refrigerator e Check for spoiled food e Foods with strong odors for example fish should be tightly covered e Clean out your Freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspect food e Is the air vent blocked Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely e Allow sufficient space between the foods stored for efficient air circulation e s the Freezer drawer closed properly e s the water line connected and the shut off valve open e Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction e s the water tank frozen because the Refrigerator temperature is too low Try selecting a warmer setting on the main display panel Troubleshooting _31 Warranty SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR 26 CUBIC FEET AND LARGER CAPACITY LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER 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 Sams
38. xclusion 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 ALNVHHVM tO To obtain warranty service please contact Samsung at SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER samsung Electronics America Inc 400 Valley Road Suite 201 Mt Arlington NJ 07956 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 and www samsung com warranty 33 circuit clagram PBA MAIN PBA PANEL LED CABI HINGE CONNECTOR CN1 PBA PANEL PANTRY ICE MAKER TEST S W BLU PRP Vi e a BLK S BLU S BLU GND evecrmoror CO 159 NVNI Ice senson OO 4 SD C2 CO F DOOR S W D ELIBat I Ar r man GRY EFE HAHA FT PR p R DOOR S W F SENSOR lola ne END YEL r pgg sENson YEL ORG END CE YEL VET GRY Z5 enD R SENSOR GRY XEL Oa ES R DEE SENSOR Gnv YEL F DEESENSOR YEL S BLU EE SENSOR VEL S BLU 7 YEL_PANTBESEREOM YEL W BLK GRY GND mi CN32 AMBIENT SENSOR WHT ne 5V SD WHT C45 GND GRY GRY 34 circuit diagram C2 AC115V eo EMI ALAN BLK E RED J BLK EMI FILTER BRN F DEF HEATER FRENCH DEF HEATER EM GRY PRP 5s F ROOM LAMP SES S w Oe BIMETAL THERMO ICE MAKER WATER VALVE BLU BLUE BRN BROWN RED RED GRY GRAY ORG ORANGE PNK PINK PRP PURPLE S BLU SKY BLUE WHT WHITE YEL YELLOW BLK BLA
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