RB195** RB197** RB215** RB217** Refrigerator user manual English imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register DA68-01778A-07.indd 1 2010.4.
Features of your new Refrigerator Key features of your new refrigerator 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 SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers. Because the following instructions cover RB195**, 197**, 215** & 217**, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual.
Safety Information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING - cont’d Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water. • Wet and/or deteriorated insulation of the internal electrical parts may cause electric shock or fire. 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.
Safety Information ❏ Power Plug Contact the retailer where you purchased the appliance for if you have a power plug problem. SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING Do not plug several appliances into the same power receptacle. • Large appliances draw a lot of power. Powering more than one appliance or machine from a single power source could cause overheating and a fire. Make sure that the power plug is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator.
Safety Information ❏ For Usage of Refrigerator SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING Do not spray water directly into or on the outside of the Refrigerator/Freezer drawer. • Water could get into the interior machine parts and cause electric shock. Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator. • Aerosols used near the Refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire. Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the Refrigerator.
Safety Information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING - cont’d Unplug the Refrigerator when it is checked for problem. Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light. • Changing the light while the Refrigerator is plugged in may cause electric shock. • If the products equipped with LED Lamp, do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED Lamp by yourself. - Please contact your service agents.
Safety Information CAUTION SIGNs CAUTION - cont’d Service warranty and Modification • Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not covered under Samsung warranty service, nor can Samsung be responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications. Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators. Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or Freezer, make sure that you; • Take off the doors.
Contents SETTING UP YOUR REFRIGERATOR 10 OPERATING your SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 10 11 13 13 16 Getting ready to install the refrigerator Installation of the water line Setting up the refrigerator Removing the refrigerator doors Leveling the refrigerator 17 Parts and Features 18 Using the control panel 19 Controlling the temperature 22 Storing food in the r
Setting up your Refrigerator GEttinG READy to instALL tHE REFRiGERAtoR Congratulations on your purchase of this Samsung Refrigerator. We hope you enjoy the state-of-art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers. Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator • A location with easy access to the water supply. • A location without direct exposure to sunlight. • A location with level (or nearly level) flooring. • A location with enough space for the Refrigerator doors to open easily.
Installation of the water line Before You Install the water line 01 SETTING UP • The water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator manufacturer. So before you install the water line, read the whole steps for installing and 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 fridge parts and lead to water leakage or flooding.
Setting up your Refrigerator Connect the water line to the fridge Cartridge Holder • Connect 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. Clip • You can purchase the necessary filter cartridge at the retailer Filter where you purchased this refrigerator.
setting uP tHe ReFRigeRAtoR 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. 01 SETTING UP 1. P lace the Refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the Refrigerator. Refer to installation instructions in this manual. (P8. Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator) 2.
Setting up your Refrigerator Removal of the fridge door WARNING Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door while removing the fridge door! Hinge Cover 1. A fter removing the screw, remove 2. Disconnect electric wire on the the upper Hinge Cover. top of the refrigerator. 3. With the 10mm wrench, remove the three bolts that hold the hinge on the top of the refrigerator. ground wire 4. R emove the screw that holds the ground wire. 5.
4. Remove the Freezer door by lifting it upward. Be careful not to drop and scratch the Freezer door 5. Remove the Cap on the Bottom Hinge. 01 SETTING UP 3. R emove the Middle Hinge connected to the Freezer. Removal of the freezer door (DRAWER TYPE - RB217,RB197) Middle Hinge 1. S eparate the Cap on the Middle Hinge. 2. After removing one screw and two hex bolts, remove the Middle Hinges. (Unscrew the two hex bolts with the 3/16inch hex wrench.) 3.
Setting up your Refrigerator Removal of the freezer door (DRAWER TYPE - RB217,RB197) - CONT’D 5. R emove the Freezer door from the rails. leveling the refrigerator After putting the doors back on the Refrigerator, 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. Also it is possible to sweat in the refrigerator and ask more energy bills.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator. Fridge Fridge Shelves Moving Tray (Location is adjustable) Multi-Purpose Door Bin 02 OPERATING Fridge Light Multi-Purpose Door Bin Bottle Bin Vegetable & Fruit Drawers Bottle Bin Ice Maker Freezer Light Pull Out Drawer Freezer Drawer Bin Operating _17 DA68-01778A-07.indd 17 2010.4.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator Using the control panel 1 4 2 5 3 6 Temperature & Function select / control panel ( 1 ) Power Freeze Button Press this button to freeze food quickly. (Power Freeze will last 2 and a half hours.) ( 2 ) Freezer Button Freezer temperature set button. Press this button to set the Freezer temp between -2ºF and -14ºF. (At initial power on, the default setting is -2ºF.) ( 3 ) Ice Off Button When the Ice Off Button is pressed, ice will not be produced.
Controlling the temperature 02 OPERATING 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 -14ºF and 8ºF.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator When selecting the fridge temperature, the set temperature is displayed initially for 5 seconds, then the actual temperature is displayed. (There may be slight difference between the set temperature and displayed actual temperature, but it will be corrected to the set temperature automatically.) - The Fridge temperature will change depending on the number of door openings, quantity of food, ambient temperature, etc.
Cooling Off Mode (“OF & OF” code on the display) This function is for store display refrigerators. It is not for customer use. In Cooling Off Mode, the refrigerator works but doesn’t make cool air. To cancel this mode, press the Power Freeze and Freezer buttons at the same time for 3 seconds until a “Ding-dong” sound is heard and the unit will now cool.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator Storing Food in the Refrigerator The Samsung Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum space saving features and functions. Here are some of the customized compartments we have created to keep your food fresher longer. In order to further prevent odor from seeping into the ice compartment, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible.
Removing and relocating the fridge accessories 1. Door Bins 02 OPERATING To remove - Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out. To replace - Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops. Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly inserted. not allow children to play with bins. Sharp corners of the bins may cause injury. CAUTION Do Do not adjust a bin full of foods. Dust removal method -Remove the guard and wash in water. 2.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1 1. Pull Out Drawer 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. 2 To replace - Place the drawer onto the rails by tilting it up. Lower the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the drawer in. (Refer to picture 3) 3 2. Freezer Drawer Bin To remove - P ull the drawer out fully.
CLEAninG tHE REFRiGERAtoR Caring for your Samsung Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ-free. 02 OPERATING Cleaning the Interior Clean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. You can remove the drawers and shelves for a more thorough cleaning. Just make sure to dry drawers and shelves before putting them back into place. Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the display panel with damp, clean, soft cloth.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS Electric Shock Hazard WARNING Before changing any of the interior lights, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Failure to do so could cause electric shock resulting in death, personal injury, or damage to the appliance. Refrigerator Light Replacement 1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. 2. Open the refrigerator door. 3. Pull the light cover down while pushing it backwards to remove it. 4.
Troubleshooting 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. • Is the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source? • Is the back of the Refrigerator so close to the wall that air cannot keep circulating? (Refer to page 10 for the best location.
Warranty sAMsunG REFRiGERAtoR LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This Samsung brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
04 WARRANTY THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG.
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