RF265AB RF266AB Refrigerator user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing your 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 French Door 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 French Door 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 instruction covers various models, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual.
Safety Information Do not put undue stress on the power cord or place heavy articles on it. • Placing heavy articles on the power cord create the risk of explosion or fire. Do not insert the power plug with wet hands. • It may cause electric shock. Do not put a container filled with water on the Refrigerator. • If it spills, it may cause fire or electric shock. Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water.
CAUTION SIGNS Use good judgment when filling the Refrigerator with food and drinks. • In an overfull Refrigerator, heavy, fragile, bulky or breakable items may fall out and cause personal injury and/or damage to surrounding objects. Do not put bottles or glass containers in the Freezer drawer. • When the contents freeze and then expand, the glass may break and cause personal injury or leave dangerous glass shards in the Freezer. If the electrical wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.
Safety Information If the Refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time (for example, over several months), unplug the power from the wall. • Over time, deterioration in the power cord insulation may cause fire. Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug. Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins. • A Dirty power plug can increase the risk of fire.
Contents SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 08 OPERATING your SAMSUNG FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator 09 Setting up the refrigerator 09 Removing the refrigerator doors 11 Reattaching the refrigerator doors 13 Adjusting the doors 14 Making minor adjustments between doors 15 Adjusting the freezer dr
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung French Door 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.
SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR Check the accessory list below. Removing the refrigerator doors Tools you will need If your entrance won’t allow the Refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors. Philips screwdriver Wrench Flat-blade screwdriver Pliers Allen wrench(3/16”) Disassemble the Refrigerator doors 1. With the door closed, remove the top table( 1 ) using a Philips screwdriver, and then disconnect the wires( 2 ).
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Disassemble the Freezer drawer 1. Push the upper drawer until it reaches to the cabinet rear wall. 2. R emove the tilting pocket( 1 ) by pulling on both brackets( 2 ) upward at the same time. SlotSlot 1 2 3. T ake out the lower basket( 3 ) by lifting the basket up from rail system. 3 4. R emove four 10mm hex-head bolts from both sides. 5. L ift the freezer door up from the rails.
REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Assemble the Refrigerator doors 1. Reattach two flat head screws( 1 ) and two hex head screws( 2 ) to the hinge completely. 12 10 11 01 SETTING UP 2. P lace the hole in the bottom of the door( 3 )over the lower hinge ( 4 ) Be aware not to miss the hinge cap because it can be easily taken off. 3. I nsert the upper hinge shaft( 5 ) into the hole on the corner of the Refrigerator door( 6 ).
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator assemble the freezer drawer 1. Pull out the rails to the full length on each side of the cabinet evenly. SlotSlot 2. H ang the freezer door front onto open slots on the sides. SlotSlot SlotSlot 3. T ighten four 10mm hex-head screws completely. 4. W ith the drawer pulled out fully, insert the lower basket ( 6 ) into the rail system. 6 5. H ook the ends of the tilting pocket ( 7 ) into both brackets ( 8 ), and push down until they lock into place.
ADJUSTING THE doors Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator, you want to make sure the Refrigerator is level so 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. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into a notch on the left control lever, turn it clockwise or counter-clockwise to level the left 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. If you open the drawer ( 1 ), you can see the lower hinge ( 2 ). 2.
ADJUSTING THE FREEZER DRAWER LEVEL Adjustment part 01 SETTING UP Freezer Drawer 1. Locate the height-adjuster ( 1 ) in the freezer drawer. Unscrew the four Phillips screws ( 2 ) slightly to loosen the door. 1 2 2. L oosen the controller screw( 3 ) with a Phillips screwdriver. 3 3. Find the best level to align the door slope. Example) The slope is about 2mm (0.08inch) as shown below. Slope Reference plane - Rotate the Height Adjuster to +2.0 to reduce the door slope.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE A water dispenser is just one of the helpful features on your new Samsung Refrigerator. To help promote better health, the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles from your water. However, it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms. You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that. In order for the ice maker to operate properly, a water pressure of 20~125 psi (pound per square inch) is required.
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE Connecting the water line to the Refrigerator. There are several items that you need to purchase to complete this connection. You may find these items sold as a kit at your local hardware store.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator 4. R emove the filter cap and insert the filter into the filter housing. Cover filter. 4 5. S lowly turn the water filter 90º clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover, locking the filter in position. Make sure to align the water filter label mark with center of cover filter printing as illustrated. Remember, do not overtighten. 5 Turn until the label aligned. Separation of red cap.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator Using the control panel 02 OPERATING 1 ( 1 ) Ice Off Button ( 2 ) Power Freeze Button 2 3 4 5 6 Press the Ice off button if you want to turn the ice-maker off. Speeds up the time needed to freeze products in the Freezer. It can be helpful if you need to quickly freeze easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the Freezer has warmed dramatically (for example, if the door was left open).
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator USING THE DIGITAL DISPLAY “Freezer Temp” indicates the current Freezer temperature. “Fridge Temp” indicates the current Refrigerator temperature. Power Freeze This icon will light up when you activate the “Power Freeze” feature. “Power Freeze” is great when you need a lot of ice. When you have enough ice, just press the button again to cancel the “Power Freeze” mode.
CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Controlling the Freezer temperature The temperature display will move sequentially from -14°F to 8°F. When the display reaches 8°F, it will begin again at -14°F. Five seconds after the new temperature is set, the display will again show the actual current freezer temperature until the new temperature is reached. Controlling the Refrigerator temperature The Refrigerator temperature can be set between 46°F and 34°F to suit your particular needs.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator wherever it appears PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator.
Storing Food in the Refrigerator Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine, yogurt or cream cheese bricks ( 2 ) DOOR BINS Designed to handle large, bulky items such as gallons of milk or other large bottles and containers. ( 3 ) TEMPERED GLASS SHELVES Designed to be crack-resistant, the shelves can be used to store all types of food and drinks. Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon and can usually be wiped clean with a damp cloth.
USING THE COOL SELECT PANTRY™ The Cool Select Pantry™ is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control. This pantry can be used for large party trays, deli items, pizza, beverages or miscellaneous items. There is a temperature control which can adjust the amount of cold air allowed into the pantry. The control is located on the right side of the pantry. Selection Button 1. When “Deli” is selected, the temperature of the pantry can be kept around 41°F(5°C).
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR ACCESSORIES 1. Door Bins & Dairy Compartment 02 OPERATING To remove - Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out. To replace - S lide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops. CAUTION Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly assembled. Do not allow children to play with bins. Sharp corners of the bins may cause injury. Do not adjust a bin that is loaded with food 2.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator 4. Cool Select Pantry™ To remove the pantry - Pull the pantry out to full extension. T ilt up the front side of pantry and pull straight out. To replace the pantry - Push the rails to the back of the Refrigerator. Place the drawer onto the rails and slide the pantry back until it is in place.
REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1. Tilting Pocket 02 OPERATING To remove - P ull the brackets( 1 ) upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the pocket To replace - H ook the ends of the pocket into both brackets ( 1 ) and push down until it locks into place. 1 2. Auto Pull out Drawer To remove - P ull the drawer out to full extension. Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out. To relocate - P lace the drawer onto the rails by tilting it up.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps 1 inch keep it odor and germ-free. Cleaning the Interior C lean 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.
CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTs CAUTION Before changing any of interior lights, unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply. If you are unsure about changing the lights after reading through these directions, contact your service center for help. Changing the Interior Light in the Refrigerator 1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. 2. P ull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it. 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. 4. Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator CHANGING THE WATER FILTER The “Filter Indicator” light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge. To give you preparation time to get a new filter, the red light will come on just before the capacity of the current filter runs out. Changing the filter on time provides you with the freshest, cleanest water from your fridge. 1. Take a new water filter and put a month indicator sticker on the filter as shown.
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 too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulation? The food in the Refrigerator is frozen.
Warranty SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR (26 CUBIC FEET AND LARGER CAPACITY) 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. 400 Valley Road Suite 201 Mt.
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