RF18** RF20** Refrigerator user manual Free Standing Appliance English 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 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 operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual.
Safety Information • Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose to the heat from stoves, room heaters or other appliance. • 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.
CAUTION CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION • Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface. - If your refrigerator is not level, the internal cooling system may not work correctly. • Keep ventilation opening in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstruction. • Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation. WARNING SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING • Do not insert the power plug with wet hands. • Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
Safety Information WARNING SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING • 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. • 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.
CAUTION CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING • When the product is flooded, make sure to contact your nearest service center. - There is a risk of electric shock or fire. • Do not directly spray water inside or outside the refrigerator. - There is a risk of fire or electric shock. • Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins. Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug, remove any foreign material or dust from the power plug pins. - Otherwise there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
Contents SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR 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 freezer drawer 25 Food storage tips 27 Removing t
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR First thing! Make sure that you can easily move your Refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways (both width and height), thresholds, ceilings, stairways, etc. The following chart details the exact height and depth of Samsung French Door Refrigerator.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator FLOORING For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level surface of hard material that is the same height as the rest of the flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator, or approximately 223lbs(106kg). To protect the finish of the flooring, cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working.
Disassembling the fridge door WARNING Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door while removing the fridge door! Top Table 1. Remove the 3 screws holding down the top table and remove it. 2. Disconnect electric wire on the top of the refrigerator. 3. Remove the 3 hex bolts that hold the hinge on the top of the refrigerator with the 10mm socket wrench. 5. Separate the hinge from the electric wire and ground wire as shown above. 6. Lift the door straight up to remove.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator 3. After opening the Freezer door, lift the drawer box. 12_ setting up 4. Remove 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.
Reassembling the fridge door 01 SETTING UP 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. bolts into the left and right middle hinges with an allen wrench(3/16”). 4. Place the hole in the bottom of the left d oor over the middle hinge. 5. Insert the left upper hinge shaft into the hole on the corner of the fridge door. 6.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Reassembling the freezer door (DRAWER TYPE - RF18,RF20) Slot 1. Pull out the rails to the full length on each sidle of the cabinet evenly. Slot 4. With the drawer pulled out fully, insert the drawer box into the rail system. 14_ setting up 2. Hang the freezer door front onto open slot on the sides. 3. With the 10mm wrench, reattach 4 bolts to connect the rail with the door.
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. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into a notch on the left control lever, turn it clockwise or counter-clockwise to level the left door. Control Lever Screwdriver(-) When the Left door is higher than the Right door.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN DOORS Remember, a level Refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the Refrigerator. When the left door is lower than the right door. When the left door is higher than the right door. Adjustment part Adjustment part 1. Pull out the freezer drawer ( 1 ), then you can see the middle hinge ( 2 ) . 2.
INSTALLATION OF THE WATER LINE Before You Install the water line Important (cold water supply) • For the ice maker to be operated properly,water pressure of 20~125psi is required. • If cold water supply is under 20psi, purchase and install a booster pump to compensate for the low water pressure or call your utility company. • After initial installation, it may take up to two days for the ice maker try to fill with ice.
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. Clip Do not use copper line. Filter cartridge Plastic line (Provided) To use without the water filter Connecting to the water supply line 1.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES 02 OPERATING Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator USING THE CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 Temperature & Function select / control panel ( 1 ) Ice Off Button When the Ice Off Button is pressed, ice will not be produced. Use this function only when it is needed. ( 2 ) Power Freeze Button Press this button to freeze food quickly. (Power Freeze will last 2 and a half hours.) ( 3 ) Freezer Button Freezer temperature set button. Press this button to set the Freezer temp between 8ºF and -8ºF.
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 -8ºF 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. 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.
FOOD STORAGE TIPS Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips Butter 2-3 Weeks 6-9 Months Wrap or cover tightly. Milk 1-2 Weeks Not recommended Check date code. Most milk and similar products are sold in date-coded cartons that indicate a products’s peak freshness. Re-seal with cap or wrap tightly. Do not return unused protions to oroginal container.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator Foods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips Fish 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 Chops 2-4 Days 6-12 Months Ground 1 Day 3-4 Months Roast 2-4 Days 6-12 Months Bacon 1-2 Weeks 1-2 Months Sausage 1-2 Days 1-2 Months Steak 2-4 Days 6-9 Months Poultry 1
REMOVING 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 - P lace 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 the drawer - 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 a damp, clean and soft cloth.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CAUTION 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. If Users randomly exchange the LED lamp by yourself, this may result in electric shock or personal injury. When the interior or exterior LED lamp has gone out, please contact your service agents. SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
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(USA) WARRANTY ON SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This Samsung brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. To obtain warranty service, please contact Samsung at: SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
RF18**RF20** Caution: Please clamp the power cord into the hook to prevent the power cord from being worn or damaged when the refrigerator isn’t working or being moved.
