RF195** RF197** RF215** RF217** Refrigerator user manual Free Standing Appliance imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.
Features of your new Refrigerator Key features of your new refrigerator Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Your Samsung Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient features. • Twin Cooling System The Refrigerator and Freezer have separate evaporators. Due to this independent cooling system, the Freezer and Refrigerator cool more efficiently. Additionally, this separate air flow system prevents food odor of one compartment from seeping into other compartments.
Safety Information • Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power board. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical which has a voltage rating that matched the rating plate. - This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading 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.
Safety Information WARNING sEVERE wARninG siGns FoR using CAUTION • When the product is flooded, make sure to contact your nearest service center. - There is a risk of electric shock or fire. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • 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.
Contents Setting up your French Door Refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR 09 Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 09 10 10 15 16 17 Getting ready to install the refrigerator Setting up the refrigerator Removing the refrigerator doors Adjusting the doors Making minor adjustments between doors Installation of the water line 19 Parts and features 20 Using the control panel 21 Controlling the temperature 24 Storing food in the refrigerator 24 Storing food in the freeze
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR Disassembling the fridge door Now that you have your new Refrigerator installed in place, you are ready to set up and enjoy the features and functions of the appliance. By completing the following steps, your Refrigerator should be fully operational. WARNING Compression nut Hex Wrench Flat-blade screwdriver(-) 2. Disconnect electric wire on the top of the refrigerator. 3.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Reassembling the fridge door 01 SETTING UP 3. After opening the Freezer door, lift the drawer box. 4. R emove 4 hex head bolts from both sides with a socket wrench(10mm) 5. Lift up the freezer door from the rails. Be careful not to drop and scratch the freezer door. 1. Insert and tighten the screw into the left and right middle hinges with a philips screwdriver(+). 2. Insert and tighten the 2 hex head 3. Replace the middle hinge cap.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Reassembling the freezer door (DRAWER TYPE - RF217,RF197) ADJUSTING THE DOORS Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator, you want to make sure the Refrigerator is level so that you can make final adjustments. If the Refrigerator is not level, it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even. When the Left door is lower than the Right door.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator INSTALLATION OF THE WATER LINE MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN DOORS Remember, a level Refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the Refrigerator. • T he water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator manufacturer.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Connect the water line to the fridge Cartridge Holder • C onnect the plastic line on the back of your fridge to the cartridge holder outlet (fully insert the plastic line to the cartridge holder outlet). • Insert plastic clip to the cartridge holder inlet and outlet. • Turn water on and check for any leakage.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE USING THE CONTROL PANEL 2 3 4 5 02 operating 1 6 Setting the freezer temperature If you want to control the freezer temperature, follow as below. Press the Freezer Button (Refer the picture) - The temperature can be set in 2ºF interval between -8ºF and 8ºF.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator Cooling Off Mode (“OF & OF” code on the display) - The Fridge temperature will change depending on the number of door openings, quantity of food, ambient temperature, etc. - Temperature of each shelve or container in the fridge may be different. - The temperature display will blink when fridge temperature is increases due to frequent door opening, keeping warm food, etc. (Blinking will stop when the refrigerator reaches normal temperature.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator FOOD STORAGE TIPS STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR Moving Tray Bottle Bin Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine, yogurt or cream cheese bricks butter/cheese Designed to handle large, bulky items such as gallons of milk or other large bottles and containers. Fridge Shelves Designed to be crack-resistant, the shelves can be used to store all types of food and drinks.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator REMOVING THE FRIDGE ACCESSORIES Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips Fatty Fish (mackerel, trout, salmon) Lean Fish (cod, flounder, etc) 1-2 Days 2-3 Months 1-2 Days 6 Months n/a 3 Months Shrimp (uncooked) 1-2 Days 12 Months Crab 3-5 Days 10 Months Cooked Fish or Shellfish 2-3 Days 3 Months Frozen or Breaded Keep in original wrapper and store in coldest part of refrigerator. Package in vapor-proof and moisture proof wrap for freezer. Freeze at 0ºF.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES Caring for your Samsung Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ-free. 1 To remove - P ull the drawer out to full extension. Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out. (Refer to picture 1 & 2) Open the freezer door fully and remove the drawer. 02 operating 1.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CAUTION Do not disassemble or replace the LED type Lighting. To change the LED Type Lighting contact Samsung service center or your authorised Samsung dealer. PROBLEM SOLUTION The Refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently. • Check that the power plug is properly connected. • Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature? Try setting it to a lower temperature.
Warranty SAMSuNG REFRIGERATOR one (1) year Parts and Labor on Refrigerator Five (5) years Parts and Labor on sealed Refrigeration system only* (*Compressor, evaporator, condenser, drier, connecting tubing) This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact Samsung for problem determination and service procedures.
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