SAMSUNG DA68-03844R-03 Refrigerator User Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Samsung
Table of Contents
DA68-03844R-03 Refrigerator
Refrigerator
Product Information
Specifications:
- Product Type: Free Standing Appliance
- Model: [Insert Model Number]
- Usage: Household and similar applications
Product Usage Instructions
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.
Important Safety Symbols and Precautions:
Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This
manual uses the following safety symbols:
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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.
Installation:
To install the refrigerator, please follow these steps:
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Ensure the refrigerator is placed on a stable and level
surface. -
Avoid placing the refrigerator near a direct source of heat
(e.g. radiator). -
Do not block any vents or grilles for energy efficiency.
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Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the
appliance. -
Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw.
Operations:
To operate the refrigerator, follow these instructions:
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Familiarize yourself with the feature panel and dispenser panel
(if applicable). -
Refer to the user manual for specific instructions on using
special features.
Maintenance:
To maintain the refrigerator, follow these guidelines:
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Handle and care for the refrigerator as recommended by the user
manual. -
Clean the refrigerator regularly using appropriate cleaning
methods. -
Replace any faulty or worn-out parts as needed.
Troubleshooting:
If you experience any issues with the refrigerator, refer to the
troubleshooting section in the user manual. If the problem
persists, contact customer support for further assistance.
FAQ
Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator?
If you hear any abnormal sounds from the refrigerator, please
refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual for
possible causes and solutions. If the issue persists, contact
customer support for further assistance.
Refrigerator
User manual
Free Standing Appliance
Contents
Contents
Safety information
3
What you need to know about the safety instructions
3
Important safety symbols and precautions:
4
Important safety precautions
5
Severe warning signs for transportation and site
8
Critical installation warnings
9
Installation cautions
12
Critical usage warnings
12
Usage cautions
17
Cleaning cautions
19
Critical disposal warnings
21
Additional tips for proper usage
22
Instructions about the WEEE
23
Installation
24
Refrigerator at a glance
24
Step-by-step installation
27
Door removal for entrance
37
Operations
42
Feature panel
42
Dispenser panel (applicable models only)
47
Special features
48
Maintenance
56
Handle and care
56
Cleaning
58
Replacement
59
Troubleshooting
61
General
61
Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator?
65
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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.
What you need to know about the safety instructions
· 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 appliance. When this product contains flammable
gas (Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local authority in regard to safe
disposal of this product.
· 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.
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· 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.
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.
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Important safety precautions
Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials
WARNING · When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged. · Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or
portable
power supplies at the rear of the appliance. · Fill with potable water only. ·
Connect to potable water supply only. · Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in
the built-in 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 use electrical
appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they
are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. · 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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· 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 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.
· If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
· The socket must be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly
disconnected from the supply in an emergency. – It must be outside the area of
the rear of the appliance.
· Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable
propellant in this appliance.
· If the product is equipped with LED lamps, do not disassemble the Lamp
Covers and LED lamps yourself. – Contact a Samsung service center. – Use only
the LED Lamps provided by the manufacturer or its service agents.
· New hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and old hose-sets
should not be reused.
· Have the refrigerator’s water supply connected only to a potable water
supply. To operate the ice maker properly, water pressure of 206 ~ 861 kPa (30
~ 125 psi) is required.
· For the most efficient use of energy, please keep the all inner fittings
such as baskets, drawers, shelves on the position supplied by manufacturer.
· To get the best energy efficiency of this product, please leave all shelves,
drawers and baskets on their original position.
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How to minimize the energy consumption · Install the appliance in a cool, dry
room with adequate
ventilation. · Ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight and never put
it near a direct source of heat (radiator, for example). – Not to block any
vents or grilles is recommended for
energy efficiency. – Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the
appliance. – Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw. You can then
use the low temperatures of the frozen products to cool food in the
refrigerator. – Do not keep the door of the appliance open for too long when
putting food in or taking food out. – The shorter time for which the door is
open, the less ice will form in the freezer. – Clean the rear of the
refrigerator regularly. Dust increases energy consumption. – Do not set
temperature colder than necessary. – Ensure sufficient air exhaust at the
refrigerator base and at the back wall of the refrigerator. Do not cover air
vent openings. – Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when
installing. This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills
lower.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications
such as
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
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– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments; – catering and similar non-retail
applications.
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.
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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. · 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. · If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.
– There is a risk of electric shock of fire. · Do not use a power cord that
has cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. · 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.
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· 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.
· 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.
· 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.
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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.
· 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.
· The refrigerator must be safely grounded. – 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. – 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.
· 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. · Allow the appliance to stand for 2-3 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. · Do not put a container filled
with water on the refrigerator. – If spilled, there is a risk of fire or
electric shock.
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· 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.
· Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. – 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.
· Do not put your fingers or children’s fingers between the doors. – Keep
fingers out of the left and right door gaps. Be careful when you open the
doors if your fingers are in between the doors.
· 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.
· 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.
· 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 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.
· 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.
· 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.
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· 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 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.
· 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 refreeze thawed food. – Frozen and thawed food will develop harmful
bacteria faster than fresh. – The second thaw will break down even more cells,
leaching out moisture and changing the integrity of the product.
· Do not thaw meat at room temperature. – Safety will depend on whether the
raw product was handled properly.
· Do not place glass bottles or carbonated beverages into the freezer. – The
container may freeze and break, and this may result in injury.
· Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator. · 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. – 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.
· 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. · When the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out
the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. · Do not
strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface. – Broken glass may
result in a personal injury and/or
property damage.
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· 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
keep vegetable oil in your refrigerator’s door bins. The oil can solidify,
making it foul-tasting and difficult to use. In addition, the open container
can leak and the leaked oil can cause the door bin to crack. After opening an
oil container, it is best to keep the container in a cool and shaded place
such as a cupboard or pantry. – Examples of vegetable oil: olive oil, corn
oil, grape-seed oil,
etc.
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.
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· 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.
· Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water to clean
the refrigerator.
· Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers such as window sprays, scouring
cleansers, flammable fluids, muriatic acid, cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on exterior
surfaces (doors and cabinet), plastic parts, door and interior liners, and
gaskets. – These can scratch or damage the material.
· Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold.
Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or
impacts such as bumping or dropping.
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Critical disposal warnings
WARNING · Please dispose of the packaging material from this product in
an environmentally friendly manner. · Ensure that none of the pipes on the
back of the refrigerator
are damaged prior to disposal. · 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. If this
refrigerator contains flammable gas (Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local
authority in regard to safe disposal of this product. · When disposing of this
refrigerator, remove the door/door seals and door latch so that small children
or animals cannot become trapped inside. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance. If trapped inside, a child
may get hurt or suffocate to death. – If trapped inside, the child may become
injury and
suffocate to death. · Cyclopentane is used in the insulation. The gases in the
insulation material require a special disposal procedure. Please contact your
local authorities in regard to the environmentally safe disposal of this
product. · Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as
packaging materials can be dangerous to children. – If a child places a bag
over his or her head, the child could
suffocate.
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Additional tips for proper usage
· In the event of a power failure, call the local office of your electric
company and ask how long the failure is going to last. – Most power failures
that are corrected in 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 24 hours, remove
and discard all frozen food.
· The refrigerator might not operate consistently (frozen contents can thaw or
temperatures can become too warm in the frozen food compartment) if sited for
an extended period of time in a location where ambient air temperatures are
constantly below the temperatures for which the appliance is designed.
· In case of particular foods, keeping it under refrigeration can have a bad
effect on preservation due to its properties.
· Your appliance is frost free, which means there is no need to manually
defrost your appliance. This will be carried out automatically.
· Temperature rise during defrosting complies with ISO requirements. If you
want to prevent an undue rise in the temperature of frozen food while the
appliance defrosts, wrap the frozen food in several layers of newspaper.
· Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. · 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.
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Instructions about the WEEE
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the
product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its
electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be
disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To
prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste and
recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they
purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where
and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling. Business
users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be
mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
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Installation
Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a proper installation of this
refrigerator and to prevent accidents before using it.
WARNING · Use the refrigerator only for its intended purpose as described in
this manual. · Any servicing must be performed by a qualified technician. ·
Dispose of the product packaging material in compliance with the local
regulations. · To prevent electric shock, unplug the power cord before
servicing or replacements.
Refrigerator at a glance
The actual appearance of your refrigerator may differ, depending on the model
and the country. Dispenser-featured models
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01 Freezer shelves 03 Dried food and meat storage drawer 05 Refrigerator shelves 07 Multipurpose drawer 09 Wine rack 11 FlexZone
02 Multipurpose freezer bin 04 Refrigerator bin 06 Vegetable drawer 08 Ice maker bucket * 10 Dairy bin 12 Freezer guard
13 Deodorizer filter *
- Applicable models only ** Dispenser models only
NOTE The design of the egg container may differ with the model.
CAUTION For all models, do not change the position of the freezer shelves. Freezer shelves have different lengths, and if you change the position, you may damage the product when closing the door.
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Normal models
10
09
01 04
02
05
08
12
11
07
03
06
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01 Freezer shelves 03 Dried food and meat storage drawer 05 Refrigerator shelves
02 Multipurpose freezer bin 04 Refrigerator bin 06 Vegetable drawer
07 Multipurpose drawer 09 Wine rack 11 FlexZone
08 Ice maker 10 Dairy bin 12 Deodorizer filter
- Applicable models only ** Dispenser models only
NOTE The design of the egg container may differ with the model.
CAUTION For all models, do not change the position of the freezer shelves. Freezer shelves have different lengths, and if you change the position, you may damage the product when closing the door.
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Step-by-step installation STEP 1 Select a site
Site requirements: · Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that
may obstruct ventilation · Away from direct sunlight · Adequate room for
opening and closing the door · Away from a heat source · Room for maintenance
and servicing · Temperature range: between 5 °C and 43 °C
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Clearance See the pictures and table below for space requirements for installation.
B A
C
D
Depth “A” Width “B” Height “C” Overall Height “D”
716 912 1744 1780
(unit: mm)
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01
02
03
04 05
07
06
08
09
01 more than 50 mm recommended 02 165° 03 170° 04 564 mm 05 1726 mm 06 610 mm 07 908 mm 08 29 mm 09 1165 mm
NOTE The measurements in the above table may differ, depending on the
measuring method.
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STEP 2 Spacing (ISO models only)
1. Open the door and locate the provided spacer.
2. Unpack the spacer and attach it to the rear of the refrigerator as shown.
It helps ventilate air to the rear wall and save power consumption.
STEP 3 Flooring
· The surface to install the refrigerator must support a fully loaded
refrigerator.
· To protect the floor, put a large piece of cardboard on each leg of the
refrigerator.
· Once the refrigerator is in its final position, do not move it unless
necessary to protect the floor. If you have to, use a thick paper or cloth
such as old carpets along the movement path.
NOTE If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance due to its size, see
the Door removal for entrance section in the Installation chapter.
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STEP 4 Adjust the levelling feet CAUTION
· The refrigerator must be levelled on a flat, solid floor. Failing to do so
can cause damage to the refrigerator or physical injury.
· Levelling must be performed with an empty refrigerator. Make sure no food
items remain inside the refrigerator.
· For safety reasons, adjust the front side a little higher than the rear
side. The refrigerator can be levelled using the front legs that have a
special screw (leveller) for levelling purposes. Use a flat-head screwdriver
for levelling.
To adjust the height of the freezer side: Insert a flat-head screwdriver into
the leveller of the freezer-side front leg. Turn the leveller clockwise to
raise, or turn it counter clockwise to lower.
To adjust the height of the fridge side: Insert a flat-head screwdriver into
the leveller of the fridge-side front leg. Turn the leveller clockwise to
raise, or turn it counter clockwise to lower.
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STEP 5 Adjust the door height as well as the door gap
To adjust the height of a door The height of a door can be adjusted using the
clamp nut and the height nut on the front bottom of each door.
1. Open the door to adjust, and locate the two nuts (A) and (B) on the front
bottom of the door.
B
A A
A
2. With a 19 mm spanner (not provided), turn the clamp nut (A) clockwise to
loosen. Then, open the door, and do the following inside the door. – To raise
the door, turn the height nut (B) counter clockwise. – To lower the door, turn
the height nut (B) clockwise.
3. When complete, tighten the clamp nut (A) by turning it counter clockwise.
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STEP 6 Connect the water dispenser line (applicable models only) Parts and
tools required
Water line fixer and screws
Coupler
Water line
Water filter lock-clip Installation (external dispenser line)
Water filter
Check valve
1. Assemble the water pipe line using couplers.
2. Close the main water supply, and then close the water tap.
3. Connect the coupler to the cold water tap.
CAUTION
· Make sure you connect the coupler to the cold water tap. Connection to the
hot water tap may cause the water filter to be clogged and fail to operate
normally.
· The warranty for your refrigerator does not cover the water line
installation. The water line installation will be performed at your own costs
unless the installation fee is included in the retailer’s price.
· Samsung takes no responsibility for the water line installation. If water
leaks occur, contact the installer of the water line.
· The water line must be repaired by a qualified professional. If you
encounter a water leak, contact a local Samsung service centre or the
installer of the water line.
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STEP 7 Connect to a water source (applicable models only)
CAUTION
· The water line must be connected by a qualified technician. · The warranty
for your refrigerator does not cover the water line installation. The
water line installation will be performed at your own costs unless the
installation fee is included in the retailer’s price. · Samsung takes no
responsibility for the water line installation. If water leaks occur, contact
the installer of the water line.
To connect the cold water pipe to the water filtering hose
CAUTION
· Make sure the water filtering hose is connected to a cold, potable water
source pipe. Connecting to the hot water pipe may cause the water filter to
malfunction.
1. Shut off the water supply by closing the
main water valve.
1
2. Locate the cold, potable water pipe (1).
A
3. Follow the Water Line Installation to
connect to the water pipe.
A
B
A. Close Main Water pipe B. No gap
NOTE
New hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and old hose-sets
should not be reused.
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To connect the water filtering hose to the water line
a
a
A
a 03
B
A. Water Line from unit B. Water Line from Kit
1. Loosen and remove the compression nut (a) from the water line of the
refrigerator, and insert it to the water filtering hose.
2. Tighten up the compression nut (a) to connect the water filtering hose and
the water line.
3. Open the main water valve and check for any leaks.
4. If there are no leaks, dispense about 10 litres of water or dispense the
water for 6 – 7 minutes before actually using the refrigerator to remove
impurities inside the water filtering system.
5. Secure the water line to a sink or a wall using a clip.
CAUTION
· Do not tighten the water line excessively. Make sure the water line is not
bent, pinched, or squashed.
· Do not mount the water line on any part of the refrigerator. This may damage
the refrigerator.
NOTE
If you have to relocate the refrigerator after connecting the water line, make
sure the joined section of the water line must is straight.
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To repair the water line CAUTION
The water line must be repaired by a qualified professional. If you encounter
a water leak, contact a local Samsung service centre or the installer of the
water line.
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Reverse osmosis water filtration system The water pressure of the water supply
system to a reverse osmosis water filtration system must be between 206 kPa
(30 psi) and 861 kPa (125 psi). The water pressure of the reverse osmosis
water filtration system to the refrigerator’s cold water line must be at least
206 kPa (30 psi). If the water pressure is below the specified: · Check if the
sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter
if necessary. · Refill the water tank in the reverse osmosis system with
water. · If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the
water pressure when
used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter.
For more information or servicing, contact a licensed plumbing professional.
Ordering a new filter To purchase a new water filter (part type: HAFEX/EXP),
contact a local Samsung service centre. To mount the water filter into place
1. Attach the lock clips (x2) to appropriate positions under the sink, for
instance. Then, fix the lock clips firmly using screws.
2. Insert the water filter into the upper and lower clips in the correct
direction. Make sure to check the vertical direction of the water filter. NOTE
If the filter is installed horizontally, water may remain in the filter.
Therefore, vertical installation is recommended.
CAUTION Do not mount the water filter on any part of the refrigerator. This
may damage the refrigerator.
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STEP 8 Initial settings By completing the following steps, the refrigerator
should be fully functioning. 1. Plug the power cord into the wall socket to
turn the refrigerator on. 2. Open the door, and check if the interior light
lights up. 3. Set the temperature to the coldest, and wait for about an hour.
Then, the freezer will be
slightly chilled, and the motor will run smoothly. 4. Wait until the
refrigerator reaches the set temperature. Now the refrigerator is ready
for use. STEP 9 Final check When installation is complete, confirm that: · The
refrigerator is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly. · The
refrigerator is installed on a flat, level surface with a reasonable clearance
from the
wall or the cabinet. · The refrigerator is level and is sitting firmly on the
floor. · The door opens and closes freely, and the interior light turns on
automatically when
you open the door.
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Door removal for entrance
If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance due to its size, follow
these instructions:
Tools required (not provided) These tools are used for removing the doors.
Phillips screwdriver
Flat-head screwdriver
Disconnect the water line
Socket spanner (10 mm)
Allen spanner (5 mm)
1. From the bottom rear side of the refrigerator, pull out the water line to
the front.
NOTE
The refrigerator’s water line is a water circulation line that connects
between the water pipe from the water source and the hoses from the water
filtering system of the refrigerator.
A B
2. To disconnect the hoses, press and hold the transparent coupler (A) and
detach the water hose (B).
CAUTION
Do not apply excessive force to the coupler. It may break.
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Detach the doors CAUTION
The door may fall off or over and damage itself during any of these steps. To
prevent an accident, use extreme caution when performing these steps.
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the hinge covers (A) on the top of
each
A
door. 2. Open the doors to loosen the hinges
and remove the hinge covers. Once the covers are removed, close the doors.
A
3. Disconnect the electrical harness.
B C
4. Unscrew the hinge screws (B) counter clockwise, and remove the upper hinge (C). Be careful as the door can fall on you, causing physical injury.
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5. Remove the hinges (C) on both sides.
C
6. Gently lift up the doors one by one to
remove. Use caution as the door may
fall off or over.
Reconnect the water hoses Once the refrigerator has passed through the entrance, reconnect the water hoses.
A
A. Centre of transparent coupler
CAUTION
· Make sure the water hoses are connected with matching colours.
· To prevent water leaks, each water hose must be inserted fully to the centre
of the transparent coupler.
· After reconnecting the water hoses, push them under the cabinet and arrange
them on the hook.
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Reattach the doors CAUTION
· Before reattaching the doors, make sure all the electrical connectors are
properly connected.
· The freezer door must be reattached before the fridge door. 1. Hold the
freezer door and hook to the hinge at the bottom of the refrigerator.
2. On the top side, insert the hinge (A) into the hinge slot.
A
3. Insert the upper hinge shaft (B) into
D
the hinge hole (C). Make sure the hinge
shaft is straight so that all screw holes
are fully revealed. Then, tighten the
hinge screws (D) clockwise.
B C
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4. Connect the electrical harness. 5. Insert the hinge covers with the front
sides first, and then tighten the screws. Use a Phillips screwdriver for this
step.
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Feature panel
Type A
Type B
Type C
Type D
01
01
02
03
04
04
05
05
06
06
07
07
01 Fridge / Power Cool 03 Vacation 05 Ice Maker / Filter Reset 07 Lock * Applicable models only
01
01
02
03
04
04
06
06
07
07
02 FlexZoneTM * 04 Freezer / Power Freeze 06 Door Alarm
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01 Fridge / Power Cool (3 sec)
Fridge Power Cool
The Fridge button can be used to set the fridge temperature, or to
activate/deactivate Power Cool. You can manually adjust the cooling
temperature for the fridge. Keep pressing Fridge to select a desired
temperature between 1 °C and 7 °C.
Power Cool speeds up the cooling process at maximum fan speed. This is useful
to quickly cool food that spoils quickly, or after the door is left open for
some time. The fridge keeps running at full speed for several hours and then
returns to the previous temperature. Press and hold Fridge for 3 seconds. The
corresponding indicator ( ) lights up, and the refrigerator will speed up the
cooling process for you.
02 FlexZoneTM The FlexZoneTM is in the lower part of the fridge. You can set the FlexZoneTM to different modes. Press FlexZoneTM repeatedly to select a desired mode.
Mode Fruit & Vegetable 3°C Beverage 1°C Meat & Fish 0°C Fridge
Description Select this mode to keep fruits and vegetables fresh. The temperature of the FlexZoneTM will be kept at 3 °C. Select this mode to keep beverages cold. The temperature of the FlexZoneTM will be kept at 1 °C. Select this mode to keep meat and fish fresh. The temperature of the FlexZoneTM will be kept at 0 °C. Select this mode to set the FlexZoneTM temperature to the fridge temperature.
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03 Vacation (3 sec)
Vacation
If you are going on vacation or a business trip, or if you do not intend to
use the fridge for an extended time, use the Vacation mode. · To activate
Vacation mode, press and hold Vacation for 3 seconds.
The Vacation On indicator turns on while the display of the fridge
temperatures will turn off. The fridge temperature will be controlled under 17
°C. · To deactivate Vacation mode, press and hold Vacation again for 3
seconds. The fridge temperature will return to the previous setting.
NOTE
· Make sure to remove foods in the fridge compartment before using Vacation
mode.
· The Vacation mode will be disabled if you adjust the temperature.
04 Freezer / Power Freeze (3 sec)
Freezer Power Freeze
The Freezer button can be used to set the freezer temperature, or to activate
Power Freeze. Available temperatures are between -15 °C and -23 °C.
Power Freeze speeds up the freezing process at maximum fan speed. The freezer
keeps running at full speed for 50 hours and then returns to the previous
temperature. · To activate Power Freeze, press and hold Freezer for 3 seconds.
The corresponding indicator ( ) lights up, and the refrigerator will speed up
the freezing process for you. · To deactivate, press and hold Freezer for 3
seconds again. The freezer returns to the previous temperature setting. · To
freeze large amounts of food, activate Power Freeze for at least 20 hours
before putting food in the freezer.
NOTE
Using Power Freeze increases power consumption. Make sure you turn it off and
return to the previous temperature if you do not intend to use it.
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05 Ice Maker / Filter Reset (3 sec)
Ice Maker Filter Reset
Press Ice Maker to turn the ice maker on or off.
The ice maker has 2 indicators (
/
) to
indicate the operating status.
· When the ice maker operates, the corresponding indicator (
) turns on.
· When the ice maker is turned off, the corresponding indicator (
) turns on. In this case, ice making is disabled even
if you press the Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice buttons on the dispenser
panel. To enable ice making, you must turn the ice maker on.
· When the ice maker is off, pressing the dispenser lever for more
than 5 seconds will automatically turn on the ice maker.
· When you turn the ice maker off, you must wait at least 1 minute
before you can turn it back on.
CAUTION
If the ice bucket has been removed, you must turn the ice maker off.
NOTE
If the ice maker is turned off, it will turn on if you press and hold the ice lever for more than 5 seconds.
After about 6 months (approximately 300 gallons) of using the original water filter, the Filter indicator turns red to remind you that the filter needs to be replaced. The Filter indicator blinks ref for several seconds when you open the door, reminding you that the filter needs to be replaced. If this happens, replace the filter, and press and hold Filter Reset for 3 seconds. The filter indicator will be reset, and the Filter indicator turns off.
NOTE
Some regional areas have relatively large amounts of lime contained in the water. This may reduce the lifecycle of the filter. In these areas, you will have to replace the water filter more often than specified above.
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06 Door Alarm Door Alarm
You can set the alarm for a reminder. If the door is left open for more than 2
minutes, the alarm will sound with the alarm indicator blinking. The alarm is
enabled by factory default. To disable the alarm, press Door Alarm. To enable,
press Door Alarm again.
If the door is left open for 5 minutes, internal lights (in the fridge and
freezer) will blink for 10 seconds and then turn on. This will be repeated
every minute for 5 minutes. This is to alert hearing-impaired users that a
door is open and it is normal.
07 Lock (3 sec)
Lock (Main panel)
To prevent accidental setting changes, press and hold Lock for 3 seconds. The
main panel will be disabled and the Lock indicator ( ) will turn on. When Lock
is on, the indicator blinks if any button on the main panel is pressed. If you
press and hold the button again for more than 3 seconds, Lock will be
deactivated. However, Lock will be reactivated if no button is pressed within
1 minute.
NOTE
Lock on the main panel does not affect the dispenser. The dispenser operates
independently and so does the dispenser lever. To lock the dispenser and the
dispenser lever, use the Lock function on the dispenser.
Sabbath function
1. Press and hold “Door Alarm” and “Lock”key for 5 seconds simultaneously for
the Sabbath function.
2. In Sabbath function mode, Press and hold “Door Alarm” and “Lock”key for 5
seconds simultaneously to exit this function.
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Dispenser panel (applicable models only)
Operations
01
02
03
01 Water / Lock 03 Crushed Ice
02 Cubed Ice
01 Water / Lock (3 sec)
Water
Lock (Dispenser panel / Dispenser lever)
To dispense chilled water, press Water. The corresponding indicator turns on.
To prevent use of the dispenser panel buttons and the dispenser lever, press
and hold Water for more than 3 seconds. If you press and hold the button again
for more than 3 seconds, the dispenser lock will be deactivated. When
dispenser lock is on, the indicator blinks if any button on the dispenser
panel is pressed or the dispenser lever is pressed.
NOTE
The Lock on the dispenser panel does not affect the controls on the main
panel. To lock the main panel, use the Control Lock function on the main
panel.
02 Cubed Ice Cubed Ice
Press Cubed Ice to dispense cubed ice. The corresponding indicator turns on.
03 Crushed Ice Crushed Ice
Press Crushed Ice to dispense crushed ice. The corresponding indicator turns on.
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Special features
The refrigerator features user-oriented devices that you can use to benefit
from. Water/Ice dispenser (applicable models only) Using the dispenser, you
can dispense water with or without ice. The water dispenser offers 3 options:
chilled water, cubed ice, and crushed ice. To dispense chilled water, press
Water on the dispenser panel. Put a water glass under the dispenser, and then
push the dispenser lever. To dispense water with ice
1. With the Ice Maker enabled, press Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice to select the
ice type.
2. Put a water glass under the dispenser, and then push the dispenser lever
with the glass. Ice will be dispensed from the dispenser.
3. Press Water to select water. 4. Push the dispenser lever with the
glass. Water will be dispensed from the dispenser.
NOTE · The dispenser will stop dispensing if you keep pushing the dispenser
lever for about 1
minute. To dispense more water, release and push the lever again. · Make sure
the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the dispensed water from
spilling out. · If you do not use the water dispenser for 2-3 days, the
dispensed water may have an
abnormal smell or taste. This is not a system failure. Discard the first 1-2
glasses of water. Ice maker (applicable models only) The refrigerator has a
built-in ice maker that automatically dispenses ice so that you can enjoy
filtered water with cubed or crushed ice. Ice making After you have installed
your refrigerator and plugged it in, follow these instructions to ensure
proper ice making and to keep the ice bucket full of ice: 1. Let the
refrigerator operate for at least 24 hours to ensure optimal performance. 2.
Dispense the first 4 to 6 ice cubes into a glass.
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3. Wait another 8 hours and dispense another 4 to 6 ice cubes. 4. Then, wait
another 16 hours and dispense the first glass-full of ice.
NOTE · If you consume all the ice at once, you must wait 8 hours before
dispensing the first 4
to 6 cubes. This ensures that the ice bucket is filled with ice properly. ·
Ice cubes generated rapidly may look white, which is normal.
CAUTION Dispense the ice according to the size of the cup. · If you dispense
excessive amount, ice may fall out on the ground and cause personal
injury. · Ice may accumulate and block the ice chute.
To fill the water tank (applicable models only)
For first-time use, clean the inner side of the water tank and dry well. 1.
Hold both handgrips on the front of the
tank, and slide out as shown.
2. Open the front lid (A) of the cover or the entire cover (B) and fill the tank with a max of 5 litres water.
CAUTION
Do not exceed the max line. Water
overflows.
A
B
3. Reinsert the water tank and fit into the dispenser mechanism. Make sure the front side (with the front lid) of the tank faces to the front.
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CAUTION · Make sure the water tank fits into the shelf. Otherwise, the water
tank may not operate
properly.
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· Do not use the refrigerator without inserting the water tank. This may
decrease the cooling performance.
· Fill the tank only with potable water such as mineral or purified water. Do
not use other liquid.
· Use caution when moving a filled tank. Physical injury may occur if the tank
is dropped.
· Do not try to disassemble the internal pump yourself. If the internal pump
is damaged or disconnected from the water tank, the dispenser does not
operate.
For first-time use · Push the dispenser lever for 10 seconds to emit air from
the hoses of the water supply
system. · Discard the first six glasses of water to remove impurities in the
water supply system.
Ice making (applicable models only) The refrigerator has a built-in ice maker that automatically dispenses ice so that you can enjoy filtered water with cubed or crushed ice to your preference.
If ice does not dispense, first check the ice maker if it makes ice properly.
To check the ice maker 1. Gently hold the icemaker bucket (B)
with both hands and remove it from the ice chute (A). 2. Check the icemaker
bucket if it contains ice as appropriate.
A
B
3. Press the button (C) on the bottom of the ice maker.
4. You will hear a chime if the ice maker operates properly.
NOTE C
If this symptom continues, contact the water line installer or a local Samsung
service centre.
CAUTION · Do not press the button repeatedly after the ice tray is filled with
ice or water. Water
may overflow or ice may be jammed.
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· When the refrigerator recovers power supply after a power failure, the
icemaker bucket may contain a mix of melted and jammed ice cubes, resulting in
a system failure. To prevent this, make sure to empty the icemaker bucket
before using the refrigerator.
· To prevent dropping the icemaker bucket, make sure to use both hands when
removing or reinserting the icemaker bucket.
· Do not let children hang on or play with the ice dispenser or the icemaker
bucket. Children may get hurt.
· Do not put fingers or other objects into the dispenser hole or the ice
chute. This may cause physical injury or property damage.
NOTE
· Removal of the icemaker bucket does not affect the thermal and mechanical
performance of the refrigerator.
· The declared freezer volume is measured with the freezer guide and the
bottom shelf, after removing the ice maker, upper and lower drawers.
Slim Ice making (applicable models only)
01 Water bin
02 Ice maker lever
03 Ice bucket
01
04
04 Ice template
02
05
05 Ice template cover
03
NOTE
· If you do not intend to make ice, remove the Slim Ice Maker to secure more
room for storage. In this case, you can use the ice bucket (03) as a
multipurpose storage bin.
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To dispense ice manually
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1. Pull up the handle of the water bin (01) to open, and then fill the bin
with water up to the max line. Gently close the bin so that water does not
drop or leak.
CAUTION · Do not exceed the max line. Excessive
water causes the ice to jam and not dispense well. · Use only potable water.
Other liquids, such as green tea or milk may not dispense well. · Gently close
the water bin. Otherwise, the water may drop or leak.
NOTE · If you encounter a water leak, open the
water bin and check if the water bin’s passage to the ice template is frozen.
If this is the case, pour lukewarm water into the water bin up to the max
line. Let the passage melt. · It is recommended to clean the water bin’s
passage to the ice template on a regular basis because the passage is likely
to freeze.
2. Check if the ice freezes completely. Only when the ice has frozen
completely, pull
up the ice maker lever (02). Then, the ice template (04) rotates and dispenses
ice to the ice bucket (03).
CAUTION · Do not pull up the lever until the ice has
frozen completely. Half-frozen ice may jam and damage the ice bucket.
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3. To dispense ice, slightly lift up and pull the ice bucket.
CAUTION · Do not pour water directly into the ice bucket for ice making. The
ice bucket may
break. · Do not leave the freezer door open. The ice in the ice bucket melts
and jams. · In case of a power failure, make sure to empty the ice bucket
before making ice. · Use only potable water.
NOTE · The ice cubes may not dispense at once, depending on the ice state. In
this case, try
pulling the lever several times. · If the ice does not dispense because an
excessive amount of water was filled, remove
the ice template and empty. If this issue continues, uninstall the Slim Ice
Maker unit and empty.
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To secure more storage space (applicable models only)
If you do not use the ice maker and need
more storage space, remove the icemaker
G
bucket (A) and ice maker cover (G). Then,
insert the Freezer guard (Optional) (B) into
A
the icemaker bucket’s place.
B
CAUTION
If the ice bucket has been removed, you must turn the ice maker off.
To secure more space, remove the upper
drawer (C), lower drawer (D), and lower
C
E
drawer cover (E). Then, insert the provided
bottom shelf (F).
NOTE
· Removing the drawers does not affect
the temperature or usage of the freezer.
· The declared freezer volume is
D
F
measured with the bottom shelf, after
removing the upper drawer, lower
drawer, and lower drawer cover.
For more space, remove the water tank and use the space to store more items.
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Icemaker bucket
If you do not dispense ice for an extended period, ice may form clumps inside
the bucket. If this happens, remove and empty the icemaker bucket. 1. To
remove the icemaker bucket, gently
lift it up and pull out slowly while holding the handgrips with both hands. 2.
Remove and empty the icemaker bucket.
3. When done, turn the gear handle on the rear of the bucket by 90°, and then
put the bucket back into position. Make sure the bucket is inserted properly
until you hear a clicking sound.
4. Press Ice Maker to reset the ice maker.
CAUTION
· Do not apply excessive force to the bucket cover. The cover may break.
· Do not close the door hard. Water may spill over the ice maker.
· To prevent injury, make sure to clean up any ice or water that has fallen on
the floor.
· To prevent accidents or injury, do not let children play with the water
dispenser or the ice maker.
· Do not put your hand or an object into the ice chute. This may cause
physical injury or product damage.
NOTE
· Any sound from the ice maker is normal, which outputs during the ice making
process. · While the door is open, neither the ice maker nor the water
dispenser operates.
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Maintenance
Handle and care Shelves (fridge/freezer)
Rear
1
2
3
Door bins
· To remove a shelf, fully open the corresponding door. Hold the front of the
shelf and gently lift up and slide out.
· If the door cannot fully open, slide out the shelf half way to the front and
turn it over to remove.
CAUTION · The shelf must be inserted correctly. Do
not insert upside down. · Glass containers may scratch the
surface of glass shelves. · Do not insert a shelf in the wine
rack position. This may damage the refrigerator. (applicable models only)
To remove a door bin, hold the front sides of the bin and gently lift up to
remove.
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Drawers
Gently lift up the front of the drawer and slide out.
Maintenance
Vegetable / Dry drawers
To remove the vegetable drawer from the fridge or the dry drawer from the
freezer. 1. First, remove surrounding multipurpose
drawers if necessary.
2. Gently pull out the vegetable/dry drawer.
3. If your refrigerator is provided with a cover (A) for the vegetable/dry
drawer, remove the cover. For this, hold the front of the shelf and gently
lift up and slide out.
A
Icemaker bucket To remove the ice maker bucket, see the Icemaker bucket
section on page 55.
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Maintenance
Cleaning
Interior and exterior WARNING
· Do not use benzene, thinner, or home/car detergent such as CloroxTM for
cleaning purposes. They may damage the surface of the refrigerator and cause a
fire.
· Do not spray water onto the refrigerator. This may cause electric shock. ·
Do not put fingers or other objects into the dispenser hole. Regularly use a
dry cloth to remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the
power plug terminals and contact points. 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Use a
moistened, soft, lint-free cloth or paper towel to clean the refrigerator’s
interior
and exterior. 3. When done, use a dry cloth or paper towel to dry well. 4.
Plug in the power cord. Ice / Water dispenser (applicable models only)
NOTE For hygienic purposes, frequently clean the dispenser area.
CAUTION When crushed ice is selected, some residual ice chips may collect in
the ice chute. To prevent this, remove the residual ice from the chute using a
soft, clean cloth. Rubber seals If the rubber seals of a door become dirty,
the door may not close properly and reducing refrigerator performance and
efficiency. Use a mild detergent and damp cloth to clean the rubber seals.
Then, dry well with a cloth. Rear panel
To keep cords and exposed parts of the rear panel free of dirt, vacuum the
panel once or twice a year.
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Maintenance
Replacement
Water filter (applicable models only) CAUTION
· Do not use third-party water filters. Use only Samsung-provided or -approved
filters. · Unapproved filters may leak and damage the refrigerator, causing
electric shock.
Samsung holds no responsibility for any damage that may occur from use of
third party water filters. · The filter indicator turns red as a reminder that
lets you know it is time to replace the water filter.
1. Shut off the main water supply. 2. Connect the water supply line to the
inlet side of the filter to the end. 3. Connect the dispenser line to the
outlet
side of the filter.
4. Check if there is any leak. If not, fix the lines with the clips.
5. Put the water filter into place and fix it with the clips.
6. Press and hold Filter Reset for 3 seconds to reset the filter lifecycle.
7. When replacing is complete, flush 1 litre of water to remove impurities
from the water line.
CAUTION When adjusting the length of the water line tubing, make sure to
smooth out the cut surface at a right angle. This is to prevent a water leak.
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Maintenance
Maintenance
NOTE · A newly installed filter may cause the water dispenser to spurt water
briefly. This is
because air has entered the water line. · This replacement process may involve
the refrigerator to drip water onto the floor. If
this happens, wipe up with dry cloths. Reverse osmosis water filtration system
The water pressure of the water supply system to a reverse osmosis water
filtration system must be between 206 kPa (30 psi) and 861 kPa (125 psi). The
water pressure of the reverse osmosis water filtration system to the
refrigerator’s cold water line must be at least 206 kPa (30 psi). If the water
pressure is below the specified: · Check if the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter
if necessary. · Refill the water tank in the reverse osmosis system with
water. · If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the
water pressure when
used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter.
For more information or servicing, contact a licensed plumbing professional.
Ordering a new filter To purchase a new water filter (part type: HAFEX/EXP),
contact a local Samsung service centre.
Deodorizer filter
· Put the flat-head driver in the groove on the bottom of the deodorizer
filter cover, and pry up. Replace the filter, and then put the filter cover
back.
· The recommended usage period of the deodorizer filter is one year, and the
period may vary depending on your usage. You can purchase the deodorizer
filter separately from the service center.
Lamps The lamps are not user-serviceable. To replace the lamps of the
refrigerator, contact a local Samsung service centre.
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Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Before calling for service, review the checkpoints below. Any service calls
regarding normal situations (No Defect Cases) will be charged to users.
General
Temperature
Symptom
Fridge/freezer does not operate. Fridge/freezer temperature is warm.
Fridge/freezer is over-cooling.
Interior wall is hot.
Possible causes · Power cord is not plugged
in properly. · Temperature control is not
set correctly. · Refrigerator is located near
a heat source or direct sunlight.
· Not enough clearance between refrigerator and nearby walls or cabinets.
· The refrigerator is overloaded. Food is blocking the refrigerator vents.
· Temperature control is not set correctly.
· Refrigerator has heat-proof piping in the interior wall.
Solution · Properly plug in the power
cord.
· Set the temperature lower.
· Keep the refrigerator away from direct sunlight or a heat source.
· We recommend that the gap between the refrigerator and nearby walls (or
cabinets) is more than 50 mm.
· Do not overload the refrigerator. Do not allow food to block vents.
· Set the temperature higher.
· To prevent condensation from forming, the refrigerator has heat-proof piping
in the front corners. If the ambient temperature rises, this equipment may not
work effectively. This is not a system failure.
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Troubleshooting
Odour Symptom
Refrigerator has odours.
Possible causes · Spoiled food. · Food with strong odours.
Solution · Clean the refrigerator and
remove any spoiled food. · Make sure strong smelling
food is wrapped airtight.
Frost
Symptom Frost around the vents.
Frost on interior walls.
Possible causes · Food is blocking the vents.
· Door is not closed properly.
Solution
· Make sure no food blocks the refrigerator vents.
· Make sure food does not block the door. Clean the door gasket.
Condensation Symptom
Condensation forms on the interior walls.
Possible causes
Solution
· Remove the moisture and
· If door is left open, moisture do not leave a door open
enters the refrigerator.
for extended periods of
time.
· Food with high moisture content.
· Make sure food is wrapped airtight.
Water/ice (dispenser models only)
Symptom
Possible causes
Water flow is weaker than normal.
· Water pressure is too low.
Ice maker makes a buzzing sound.
· The ice maker function is activated, but the water supply to the refrigerator has not been connected.
Solution · Make sure the water
pressure is between 206 kPa (30 psi) to 861 kPa (125 psi).
· Turn off the Ice maker.
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Symptom
Ice maker does not make ice.
Possible causes
· Ice maker has just been installed.
· Freezer temperature is too high.
· Dispenser panel Lock is activated.
· Ice maker is off.
Solution
· You must wait for 24 hours for the refrigerator to make ice.
· Set the freezer temperature below -18 °C (0 °F) or -20 °C (-4 °F) in warm
ambient air.
· Deactivate dispenser panel Lock.
· Turn on the ice maker.
· Do not place the food too close to the vents at the rear of the freezer.
· Air vents are blocked inside. (the freezer section)
Vents
Troubleshooting
·
Ice may jam if the ice dispenser is not used for a long time (approx. 3 weeks).
·
If you won’t be using the refrigerator for a long time, empty the ice bucket and turn off the ice maker.
· Ice bucket is not properly inserted.
· Make sure the ice bucket is properly inserted.
Ice does not dispense.
· Water line is not connected properly or water supply is not on.
· Check if the water line is installed correctly. Check if the water line stop cock is closed.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Water does not dispense.
Possible causes
· Water line is not connected properly or water supply is not on.
Solution
· Check if the water line is installed correctly. Check if the water line stop
cock is closed.
· Dispenser panel Lock is activated.
· A third-party water filter was installed.
· Deactivate dispenser panel Lock.
· Use only Samsung-provided or approved filters.
· Unapproved filters may leak and damage the refrigerator.
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Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator?
Before calling for service, review the checkpoints below. Any service calls
related to normal sounds will be charged to the user.
These sounds are normal.
· When starting or ending an operation, the refrigerator may make sounds
similar to a car engine igniting. As the operation stabilizes, the sounds will
decrease.
Clicking! or Chirping!
Buzzing!
· While the fan is operating, these sounds may occur. When the refrigerator reaches the set temperature, no fan sound will occur.
SSSRRR!
Whir!
· During a defrost cycle, water may drip on the defrost heater, causing
sizzling sounds.
HiSS!
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Troubleshooting
· As the refrigerator cools or freezes, refrigerant gas moves through sealed
pipes, causing bubbling sounds.
Bubbling!
· As the refrigerator temperature increases or decreases, plastic parts
contract and expand, creating knocking noises. These noises occur during the
defrosting cycle or when electronic parts are working.
Cracking!
· For ice maker models: When the water valve opens to fill the ice maker,
buzzing sounds may occur.
· Due to pressure equalizing when opening and closing the refrigerator door,
whooshing sounds may occur.
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Memo
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