Owner`s manual

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CONTENTS

SAFETY WARNING SIGNS ...............................................................2

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................4

SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR ........................................................ 4

MAJOR FEATURES .....................................................................................4

CONTROL PANEL........................................................................................5

DIGITAL PANEL............................................................................................6

TEMPERATURE CONTROL .......................................................................7

ICE and COLD WATER DISPENSER .........................................................7

SHELVES and BINS.....................................................................................8

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE ...........................................................................9

REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES..........................................11

REMOVING THE FRIDGE ACCESSORIES.............................................11

CARE AND CLEANING .............................................................................12

CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHT .........................................................13

WATER FILTER ..........................................................................................14

DOORS.......................................................................................................14

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS................................................15

INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR .............................................15

REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS ..........................................16

REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS ....................................19

LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR............................................................22

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT BETWEEN THE DOORS .............................23

CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE...........................................24

INSTALLATION OF THE WATER DISPENSER LINE...............................25

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ........................................................28

CONSUMER SUPPORT ....................................................................30

WARRANTY ...............................................................................................30

REFRIGERATOR

RS2530B

OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION

In the U.S.A, for questions about features,

operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call:

1-800-726-7864 (1-800-SAMSUNG)

www.samsung.com

Write the model and serial number here:

Model #

Serial #

These numbers can be found inside on the left of the

refrigerator.

DA68-01606A REV(0.0)

DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 1

Summary of content (32 pages)

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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 1 REFRIGERATOR RS2530B** Write the model and serial number here: Model # Serial # These numbers can be found inside on the left of the refrigerator. OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION CONTENTS SAFETY WARNING SIGNS ...............................................................2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................4 SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR ........................................................ 4 MAJOR FEATURES ...........
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 2 SAFETY WARNING SIGNS WARNING • Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference. • The appliance is not intended for use by children or infirm persons without adult supervision. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. CAUTION/WARNING SIGNS USED OTHER SIGNS USED Represents something you must NOT do. WARNING Represents something you must NOT disassemble.
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9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 3 SAFETY WARNING SIGNS SAFETY WARNING SIGNS DA68-01606A-0.0 CAUTION SIGNS Do not overfill the refrigerator with food. • When you open the door, an item may fall out and cause personal injury or material damage. Do not put bottles or glass containers in the freezer • When the contents freeze, the glass may break and cause personal injury. If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. • There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 4 SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR Once you have performed the following steps, your refrigerator should be fully operational. If not, check the power supply and electricity source. If you have any questions, contact your SAMSUNG service center. Place the refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the refrigerator.
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9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 5 CONTROL PANEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DA68-01606A-0.0 CHILD LOCK BUTTON When this button is pressed for 3seconds, all functions are locked and can not be modified. The water and ice dispenser are locked. POWER FREEZE BUTTON Speeds up the freezing process in the freezer. FREEZER TEMP. BUTTON To set the freezer temperature, press the button repeatedly to change the set temperature in sequence between cold and coldest. FRIDGE TEMP.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 6 DIGITAL PANEL Power Freeze • This light goes on when you press the Power Freezer button. Power Freeze speeds up the freezing process. • If you select Power Freeze, the interior temperature of the freezer will decrease for 2 hr.30 min. • Press the Power Freeze button again to cancel the Power Freeze function. • This feature enables you to get ice faster. If you use this function, energy consumption will increase.
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9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 7 TEMPERATURE CONTROL Cool Down Period • To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food. Temperature Adjustment • After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Adjust temperature gradually: push the button in small increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize. • Press the button(Freezer Temp or Fridge Temp) repeatedly until the desired temperature is set.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 8 SHELVES and BINS Freezer Xtra SpaceTM Ice Maker Door Bin Light Ice Chute Wire Shelf Door Bin Drawers Front Leg Cover Fridge Light Switch Dairy Compartment Egg Container Deli Bin Spill-proof glass Shelf Vegetable & Fruit Drawer (upper) Vegetable & Fruit Drawer (lower) Gallon Door Bins CAUTION Preparing to Move Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.
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/2/06 10:47 AM Page 9 FOOD STORAGE GUIDE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DA68-01606A-0.0 FROZEN FOOD STORAGE IN FREEZER Xtra SpaceTM • Can be used for frozen foods such as pizza, pasta, burritos, • and fajitas. In order to prevent odor penetration to the ice, stored food should be wrapped securely. WireShelf • Can be used to store all types of frozen food. Door Bin • Can be used for small packages of frozen food. Drawer • Can be used to store meat and dry foods.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 10 FOOD STORAGE GUIDE CHILLED FOOD STORAGE IN FRIDGE Deli Bin • Can be used to store all types of chilled food. Tempered Spill Proof Glass Shelf • Can be used to store all types of chilled food. • Safe and break resistant. • Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon. Fruit & Vegetable Drawer (Upper and Lower) • Used to store fruits and vegetables. • The drawer is airtight.
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9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 11 REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES Ice Maker Bucket • Remove the bucket by lifting up and pulling out. Wire Shelf • Pull the shelf out as far as it goes. Then lift it up and remove it. Front Leg Cover Door Bin • Open the freezer and fridge • Hold the door bin with both doors, remove three screws and detach the cover. • To reattach the front leg cover, put it back to original position and tighten the three screws. hands and then lift it up.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 12 CARE AND CLEANING Interior • Clean the accessories with a mild detergent, then wipe out with a dry cloth. • After washing the accessories, make sure that they are dry before using them again. Exterior • Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean cloth. • Clean the surface of doors, handles and cabinet with a mild detergent and soft cloth, then wipe off the surface with a dry cloth.
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9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 13 CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHT WARNING Before changing the interior lights, unplug the refrigerator from the power supply. If you have difficulty in changing the lights, contact your service center. • Light bulbs may be hot. CAUTION INTERIOR LIGHT IN THE FRIDGE Place a flat screwdriver under the light cover hooks and remove it by pushing and lifting in the direction of the arrow. NOTE After changing the bulb, reattach the light cover.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:47 AM Page 14 WATER FILTER The water “Filter Indicator” light • “Filter Indicator” light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge. The light will change from green to orange. This tells you that it is almost time to change the current cartridge. It is recommended that you replace the cartridge when the light changes to red or every six months. (see “Install the water filter” section on the page 26 for more information.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 15 INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR Checking the Dimensions of your Entrance Door Check the dimensions of your entrance door to determine whether the refrigerator can pass through it. RS2530B** Model Capacity (Cu. Ft) Width without hinge Case Height with hinge Dimension (inches) with handle Depth without door 24.8 35.9" 68.7" 70" 34.8" 28.9" Selecting the Location for the Refrigerator • Select a location with easy access to the water supply.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 16 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Removing the Front Leg Cover Open the freezer and fridge doors, and then take off the front leg cover by turning the three screws counter-clockwise. FRONT LEG COVER SCREW Separating the Water Supply Line from the Refrigerator Remove the water tube by pressing the coupler (➁) and pulling the water tube (➀) away. NOTE Be careful not to cut the water tube when separating it from the coupler.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 17 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS NOTE • Lift the door straight up. • Be careful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harness on the door. • Place doors on a protected surface. Removing the Freezer Door CAUTION Unplug the refrigerator before removing the doors.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 18 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Removing the Fridge Door CAUTION Unplug the refrigerator before removing the doors. 1) With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover (➀) using a screwdriver 2) Remove hinge screws (➁) and ground screw (➂) counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge (④) in the direction of the arrow (➄). Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on you.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 19 REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Reattaching the Freezer Door 1) Insert the lower hinge (➀) in the bracket lower hinge (➁). 2) Before reattaching the freezer door, insert the hose (➂) in the lower side of the door into the hole in the lower hinge (➃) and pull the hose down. Lower the door onto the lower hinge (➃). 3) Insert the upper hinge shaft (➄) into the hole on the top of the door (➅).
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 20 REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Reattaching the Fridge Door 1) Insert the lower hinge (➀) in the bracket lower hinge (➁). 2) Place the hole in the fridge door (➂) over the lower hinge (➃). Lower the door onto the hinge. 3) Insert the upper hinge shaft (➄) into the hole at the top of the door(➅). After levelling between the upper hinge hole (➆) and cabinet hole(➇), reattach the hinge screws ( 9 ) and ground screw ( 10 ) in the clockwise direction.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 21 REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Reattaching the Water Supply Line While pressing the front face of coupler (➁), insert the water line (➀) in the coupler. Carefully place front cover and push to snap it into position. NOTE Tube must be fully inserted to the marked line to avoid leaks. Reattaching the Front Leg Cover Put on the front leg cover by turning the three screws clockwise, as shown in the figure.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 22 LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR Please level the refrigerator first. The doors will be uneven if the refrigerator is not level. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver (-) (➀) into a slot of the control lever (➁), turn it clockwise and level the refrigerator. HEIGHT DIFFERENCE Case 1) Freezer door is lower than the fridge door. ➀ SCREW DRIVER(-) ➁ CONTROL LEVER Case 2) Freezer door is higher than the fridge door HEIGHT DIFFERENCE DA68-01606A-0.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 23 ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT BETWEEN THE DOORS Making small level adjustments between doors. If the door of the freezer is lower than that of the fridge. If the door of freezer is higher than that of the fridge. Adjustment part Adjustment part Please open the doors and adjust them as follows: 1) Release the nut (①) on the lower hinge until it reaches the upper end of the bolt (➁).
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 24 CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE 1) In order to operate the ice maker properly, water pressure of 20~125 psi(0.138~0.862 Mpa) is required. In this range, a 6 oz paper cup can be filled in 10 secs. 2) The water filter removes particles. It does not sterilize or destroy any micro-organisms. 3) If the refrigerator is installed in area with low water pressure (below 20psi), you should install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 25 INSTALLATION OF THE WATER DISPENSER LINE Before You Install the water line • This water line installation is not warranted by Samsung. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. • Banging pipes (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct the problem before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 26 INSTALLATION OF THE WATER DISPENSER LINE Install the water filter. The water filter is located in the extra space behind the Deli Bin. NOTE 1) Remove the fixed cap (A) as shown. the fixed cap separates from the Water Filter Compartment by rotating it as shown. Remove the water filter from the box and put a month indicator stick on the filter as shown. Keep the cap(A) in a safe place for recapping, when you don’t need to use the filter.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 27 INSTALLATION OF THE WATER DISPENSER LINE Check the amount of water supplied to the ice tray. 1) To remove : Set the "Ice Type" switch to the Ice off position. Lift up (①) and pull out (➁) the icemaker bucket in the freezer. To replace : When replacing the drawer, be sure to press it firmly into place. If it does not go all the way back, remove it and rotate the drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push the drawer back again.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 28 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE... Problem Possible Causes What To Do The refrigerator does not work sufficiently or at all • Check that the power plug is properly connected. • Disconnected power plug • Is the temperature control on the display • Try setting it to a lower temperature. panel set to the correct temperature? • Move the refrigerator to a proper location.
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9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 29 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE... Problem Small or hollow cubes Slow ice cube freezing Possible Causes What To Do Water filter clogged. Door left open. Temperature control not set cold enough. Orange glow in the freezer Defrost heater is on. Cube dispenser does not work(on some models) • Replace filter cartridge with new cartridge or with plug. • Check to see if package is holding door open. • Check the control. • This is normal. Icemaker turned off or water supply turned off.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 30 SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
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DA68-01606A-0.0 9/2/06 10:48 AM Page 32 If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511 1-800-SAMSUNG(1-800-726-7864) www.samsung.com All right reserved.