RSG257** 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 Free Standing Appliance DA99-01746B(EN-1)-GGH-0.6.indd 1 2010.7.
Features of your new Refrigerator Key features of your new refrigerator Your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator comes equipped with many space-saving, innovative storage and energy-efficient features. • Twin Cooling Plus™ 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 Side-By-Side 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 Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole or ice chute. • It may cause personal injury and/or material damage. 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.
Contents seTTING UP yOUR sIDe-by-sIDe RefRIGeRATOR 08 OPeRATING The sAMsUNG sIDe-by-sIDe RefRIGeRATOR 18 8 Getting ready to install the refrigerator 9 SEttinG uP thE REfRiGERAtoR 10 Setting up the refrigerator doors 13 Levelling the refrigerator 14 Making minor adjustments to the doors 15 Checking the water dispenser line 16 Installing the water line 18 Using the control panel/Digital display 19 Using the digital dis
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Getting ready to install the refrigerator Congratulations on the purchase of your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator. We hope you will enjoy the many state-of-the-art features and efficiencies that this new appliance has to offer. Selecting the best location for the refrigerator • • • • • Select a location with easy access to the water supply. Select a location without direct exposure to sunlight. Select a location with level (or nearly level) flooring.
First things first! 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. RSG257** MODEL 35 7/8 (912) Width Height Depth • • • 68 3/4 (1745) Without Hinge 70 (1780) With Hinge 23 5/8 (600) Without Door 29 (737) With Door Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when installing.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator SETTING UP the refrigerator doors If your entrance won’t allow the refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors. Removing the Front Leg Cover First, open both the freezer and refrigerator doors, and then take off the front leg cover by turning the three screws counter-clockwise Separating the Water Supply Line from the Refrigerator 1.
Removing the freezer door A few things to mention first. • Make sure that you lift the door straight up so the hinges are not bent or broken. • Be careful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harness on the door. • Place doors on a protected surface to prevent scratching or damage. 1. W ith the Freezer door closed, remove the upper hinge cover disconnect the wires by gently pulling them apart 2 . 1 using a screwdriver, and then 1 01 SETTING UP 2 2.
Removing the Fridge Door 1. With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover 1 using a screwdriver. 1 2. Remove hinge screws 2 and the ground screw 3 by turning counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge 4 . Be careful that the door does not fall on you as you are removing it. 2 3 Be sure to keep track of all parts you are removing. 4 3. Remove the door from the lower hinge straight up 6 . 5 by lifting the door 4. Remove the lower hinge 7 from the bracket lifting the lower hinge upwards.
LEVELLING the refrigerator 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. The front of the refrigerator is also adjustable. Before levelling the refrigerator, remove the front leg cover Open both the freezer and fridge doors, and then take off the front leg cover by turning the three screws counter-clockwise.
Making mInor adjustments to the doors Remember, a level refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on levelling the refrigerator. When the door of the freezer is higher than the fridge Adjustment part In the case of the process to correct the imbalance is the same. Open the doors and adjust them, one at a time, as follows: 1. Unscrew the nut 1 from the lower hinge until it reaches the upper end of the bolt 2 .
CHECKinG tHE wAtER DisPEnsER LinE A water dispenser is 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. Under normal conditions, a 170 cc (5.75 oz.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator 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.
4. Remove the filter cap and insert the filter into the filter housing. 5. Slowly 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. 4 5 Cover filter Align the indication mark with lock position Separation of red cap Water Ice 1. Turn ON the main water supply. 2.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Using the Control Panel / Digital Display 1 4 2 5 3 6 7 8 1 Power Freeze Button Speeds up the time needed to freeze products in the freezer. This can be helpful if you need to quickly freeze items that spoil easily or if the temperature in the freezer has warmed dramatically (For example, if the door was left open). 2 Freezer Button Press the Freezer button to set the freezer to your desired temperature.
Using the digital display “ Freezer Temp.” indicates the current Freezer temperature. “ Fridge Temp.” indicates the current Fridge temperature. When not in use the Display will turn off, this is normal. Power Freeze This icon will light up when you activate the “Power Freeze” feature. “Power Freeze” is great for times when you need a lot of ice. When you have enough, just press the button again to cancel the “Power Freeze” mode.
Ice Off This icon will light up when you activate the “Ice Off” feature. In this case, the ice will not be produced. When ICE OFF blinks on the display panel, reinsert the bucket and/or make sure it’s installed properly. Child Lock This icon will light up when you activate the “Lock” feature. In this case, you won’t be able to use the control panel. If you press and hold the Ice Off/Hold button for 3 seconds, you will be able to use the control panel again.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Using the ice and cold water dispenser 02 OPERATING No Ice When Ice Off blinks on the display panel, reinsert the bucket and/or make sure it’s installed properly. Select this if you want to turn the ice maker off. Using the Water Dispenser Press the Water button. Place your cup the water outlet and push gently against the dispenser pad. Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out.
Storing food The Samsung Side-By-Side 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. Remember, in order to prevent odor penetration to the ice, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible. CAUTION Because these following operating instructions cover various models, your refrigerator may differ from those described in this manual.
Storing Food in the Freezer Ice Maker Bucket 2 Shelves Can be used to store all types of frozen food. 3 Door Bins Can be used for small packages of frozen food. Drawers Best used to store meats or dry foods. Stored food should be wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials or containers. 4 02 OPERATING 1 - Designed to store lots of ice easily. Do not put your fingers, hands or any other objects in the ice chute or the ice maker bucket.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator REMOVING THE FREEZER/FRIDGE ACCESSORIES Cleaning and rearranging the interior of the freezer is a snap. 1. Shelves (Freezer/Fridge) Remove the shelf by pulling the shelf out to the hole point as shown at the right figure, then turn and lift it up. 2. DOOR BIN Remove the Door Bin by holding it with both hands and then gently lift it up. 3. DRAWER Remove the Drawer by pulling it out and slightly lifting it up. 4.
Cleaning the refrigerator Caring for your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ-free. 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 them before putting them back into place. 02 OPERATING Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft cloth.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator CHANGING the interior lights WARNING Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior light of the refrigerator. - Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock. If you experience difficulty when changing the light, contact your service center. Changing the LED Type Lighting CAUTION Do not disassemble or replace the LED type Lighting. To change the LED Type Lighting, contact a Samsung service center.
4. Once you have completed this process, hold the Ice Off button simultaneously for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule. A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water to briefly spurt from the water dispenser. This is due to air getting into the line. It should pose no problem to operation. 02 OPERATING 5. Lastly,Flush 3 gallons through filter before use (flush approximately 6 minutes) Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking. 6.
before using icemaker Remove - Hold the handle as shown in figure1. - Slightly pull up the bottom part. - Take out the ice bucket slowly. Install - Assemble it in the reverse order of disassembly. - Push the bucket in firmly until you hear a clicking sound. - When the bucket does not fit into its place, turn the gear handle on its back by 90 degrees and reinstall it again as shown in figure 2.
troubleshooting SOLUTION The refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently. • • The food in the fridge is frozen. • You hear unusual noises or sounds. • • • • • • • • The front corners of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring. • Ice is not dispensing. • • • • • • You can hear water bubbling in the refrigerator. Check that the power plug is properly connected.
In case the need for servicing arises Do not hesitate to call any Samsung Authorized Service Center nearby giving them your name, address and telephone number when your product is not functionning properly. Warranty Information Limited Warranty for Original Purchaser This Samsung product is warranted by Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc.
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