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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. • HIDDEN HINGES & DOOR S/W Slick-covered hidden hinges & door s/w helps Neat & Stylish square frontal view. • CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer (RSH*K/J***) With this state of the art feature, you can select Quick Cool, Thaw or Select buttons to quickly chill, thaw and cool items just in the CoolSelect drawer.
safety information SAFETY INFORMATION • Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly WARNING and retain it for your reference. • Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from those WARNING described in this manual. CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists. WARNING Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.
safety information WARNING • In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used. • Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer. • The room must be 1m3 in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance.
• The refrigerator must be grounded. - You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from the refrigerator. • Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightening rods as ground. - Improper use of the ground plug can result in electric shock. • Do not dissemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself. - You run risk of causing a fire, malfunction and/or personal injury.
safety information CAUTION SIGNS FOR CLEANING • Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance. - Any sharp edges may cause personal injury. • Never put fingers or other objects into the dispenser hole and ice chute. - It may cause personal injury or material damage. • 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.
safety information Additional Tips for Proper Usage • Allow the appliance to stand for 2hours after installation. • To get best performance of product, - Do not place foods too closely in front of the vents at the rear of the appliance as it can obstruct free air circulation in the freezer compartment. - Wrap the food up properly or place it in airtight containers before put it into the fridge freezer - Do not put any newly introduced food for freezing near to already frozen food.
contents setting up your side-by-side refrigerator 9 10 13 16 Getting ready to install the refrigerator Removing the refrigerator doors Reattaching the refrigerator doors Leveling the refrigerator setting up your side-by-side refrigerator 17 18 19 Making minor adjustments to the doors Checking the water dispenser line(optional) Installing the water dispenser line 9 17 operating the SAMSUNG 23 Setting up the refrigerator side-by-side refrigerator 24 Operating the refrigerator 23 25 26 27 28
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Getting ready to install the refrigerator 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. • Select a location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily. • Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface.
Removing the refrigerator doors If your entrance won’t allow the refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors. 1. 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. Remove the water line by pressing the coupler 1 and pulling the water line 2 away. : 1 2 Do not cut the water line.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator 2. Removing the freezer door 1. With the Freezer door closed, remove the upper hinge cover then disconnect the wires by gently pulling them apart 2 . 1 using a screwdriver, and 01 SETTING UP 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. 2 1 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 4 3. Remove the door from the lower hinge 4. Remove the lower hinge 7 5 by lifting the door straight up from the bracket 8 6 . by gently lifting the lower hinge upwards. 12_ setting up DA68-01652A(HM)-EN(0.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Reattaching the refrigerator doors Reattaching the Freezer Door 1. Replace the freezer door by inserting the water line 1 back into the lower corner of the door and then into the hole on the lower hinge 2 . Gently pull the water line back down so that it runs straight, with no kinks or bends. 1 2 8 2. Insert the upper hinge shaft 3 into the hole on the corner of the freezer door 4 .
Reattaching the Fridge Door 1. Insert the lower hinge 1 back into the lower hinge bracket 2 . 1 2 2. Fit the hole in the corner of the fridge door lower hinge 4 . 3 over the 3 4 3. Insert the upper hinge shaft 5 into the hole on the hinge . Make sure the hinge is level between the upper hinge hole 7 and the hole on the top of the cabinet 8 . Then, reattach hinge screws 9 and the ground screw 10 by turning it in a clock wise direction. 4.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Reattaching the Water Supply Line 01 SETTING UP 1. Insert the water line 1 into the coupler 2 . 2 1 Reattaching the Front Leg Cover Before attaching the cover, check water connector for leakage. Replace the front leg cover by turning the three screws clockwise, as shown in the figure. Front Leg Cover Screw setting up _15 DA68-01652A(HM)-EN(0.5).indd 15 2007.6.
Leveling the refrigerator Now that the doors are back on the refrigerator, you will want to make sure the refrigerator is level so you can then 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. When the Freezer door is lower than the fridge Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into a notch on the Leg, turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the freezer.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Making mInor adjustments to the doors When the door of the freezer is higher than the fridge 01 SETTING UP Remember, a leveling refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the refrigerator. 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.
3. After adjusting the doors, turn the nut 1 clockwise the bolt, then tighten the bolt again with the wrench 3 until it reaches the lower end of to fix the nut in place 1 . 3 Wrench 2 1 Bolt Nut If you do not secure the nut firmly, the bolt may release. CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE (optional) 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.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Connecting the water line to the refrigerator Water Line from unit Loosen a 01 SETTING UP 1. Remove the cap from water line on the unit and insert compression nut to the water line on the unit after disassembling from provided water line. 2. Connect both water line from the unit and water line provided kit. 3. Tighten the compression nut onto the compression fitting. Be careful no gap between two items. 4. Turn water on and check for any leakage.
4. Remove the filter’s protective cap and then position and insert the filter into the filter housing. 5. Slowly turn the water filter clockwise 90º to align with the indication mark on the cover, locking the filter in position. Make sure that the indicator is lined up with the “lock” position. Remember, do not over-tighten. Cover filter Separation of red cap Align the indication mark with lock position If your model contains wine shelf, you should remove the wine shelf before installing water filters.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Remove any residual matter inside the purifier. (Model with the purifier) OUTLET SIDE OF PURIFIER PURIFIER WATER LINE WATER Attach the purifier lock stations. - Hold the purifier lock stations in the appropriate position (under the sink for example) and fix it tightly into place where to screw. 01 SETTING UP - Open the main water tap to check whether water is running through the water tube on the water inlet side of the purifier.
Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing filter. 1. Turn ON the main water supply & turn OFF the valve to the water supply line. 2. Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear (approx. 1L). This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines. 3. Additional flushing may be required in some households. 4. Open the refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Setting up the refrigerator 02 OPERATING Now that you have your new refrigerator installed and in place, you are ready to set up and enjoy the full features and functions of the appliance. By completing the following steps, your refrigerator should be fully operational. If not, first check the power supply and electricity source or try the troubleshooting section at the back of this user guide.
Operating the refrigerator Using the Control Panel RSH1K/J*** 5 1 6 2 7 3 4 RSH1F/D*** RSH1N/B*** 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).
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Using the digital display RSH1K/J*** 02 OPERATING “88” segment on Freezer part indicates the current Freezer temperature. “88” segment on Fridge part indicates the current Fridge temperature. “Quick Cool”, “Thaw”, “Soft Freeze” and “0 Zone” indicates the status of the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer. RSH1F/D*** RSH1N/B*** Power Freeze This icon will light up when you activate the “Power Freeze” feature.
Filter Indicator When the filter indicator light is on, it is time to change the filter. Typically this happens about every 6 months. After removing the old water filter and installing a new one (see page 38 for instructions on how to do this), reset the indicator status light by pressing the Ice Type button for about 3 seconds. The indicator will light again in about 6 months to let you know it is time to change your water filter.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Using the ice and cold water dispenser 02 OPERATING Press the Ice Type button to select the type of ice you want No Ice Select this if you want to turn off the icemaker Ice is made in cubes. When you select “Crushed”, the icemaker grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice. Dispensing ice Place your glass underneath the ice outlet and push gently against the ice dispenser lever with your glass.
Shelves and bins Freezer Ice Maker Bucket (Optional) Ice Chute Lamp Cover Glass Shelves Plastic Shelf Door Bins Drawers Front Leg Cover Fridge Water Filter (Optional) Lamp Cover Glass Shelf Dairy Bin Wine Shelf(Optional) Moving Shelf(Optional) Z Shelf(Optional) CoolSelect Zone Drawer(Optional) Door Bins Vegetable &Fruit Drawers 28_ operating DA68-01652A(HM)-EN(0.5).indd 28 2007.6.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Storing food The Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum spacesaving 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.
Storing Food in the Freezer Do not put your fingers, hands or any other objects in the ice chute or the ice maker bucket. This may result in personal injury or material damage. 1 ICE CHUTE 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.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Using the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer (OPTIONAL) 02 OPERATING The CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer is designed to make your busy life just a little bit easier. Quick Cool Button You can use the “Quick Cool” operation with the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer to quickly cool 1~3 canned beverages in about an hour. When the “Quick Cool” process ends, the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer automatically returns to the previously set temperature.
Select Button 1. When “Soft Freeze” is selected on the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer, the temperature on the drawer digital panel displays 23°F(-5°C), regardless of the overall temperature setting of the refrigerator. This feature helps keep meat and fish fresh for longer. 2. When “0 Zone” is selected, the temperature of the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer is kept at 32°F(0°C), regardless of the overall temperature setting of the refrigerator. This feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for longer. 3.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Removing the freezer accessories 02 OPERATING Cleaning and rearranging the interior of the freezer is a snap. 1. Remove the Glass Shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and remove it. 2. Remove the Door Bin by holding the door bin with both hands and then gently lift it up. 3. Remove the Plastic Drawer by pulling it out and slightly lifting it up. 4. Remove the Icemaker Bucket by lifting up and pulling it out. 5.
Removing the FRIDGE accessories 1. Remove the Spill Proof Glass Shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and gently remove it. 2. Remove the Vegetable & Fruit Drawer by pressing on the indentations found on the inside left and right sides of the Veggie Box/Dry Box cover and remove by pulling forward. Holding the drawer with one hand, lift it up a little bit while pulling it forward and take it out of the refrigerator. 3.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Cleaning the refrigerator 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 Caring for your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ-free.
Cleaning the Twin Deodorizer (Optional) To clean the twin deodorizer, remove the cover with a flat blade screwdriver. Remove the deodorizer cartridge from the cover and soak it in clean, warm water for at least 4 hours. Then, allow the cartridge to dry completely before replacing it in the holder. This can take up to 8 hours in a well-ventilated area. For best results, repeat this process once or twice a year.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Changing the interior lights Replacement bulbs for the fridge and freezer are available at most major retail outlets. Use replacement bulb size E17 Maximum 30 Watts for the Fridge compartment and size E26 Maximum 40 Watts for the Freezer compartment. 02 OPERATING 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.
Changing the Interior Lights in the Freezer The freezer light is located in the bottom of the auger motor case. 1. Lift the lamp cover up and pull out with 2 hands in the direction of arrows. 2. Replace the bulb with a new one. 3. Reattach the light cover. 1 2 3 Changing the water filter The “Filter Indicator” light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator 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 6. Once you have completed this process, hold the Ice ON/OFF button for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule. 7. Lastly, Dispense 1L of water through water dispenser and throw away. Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking.
troubleshooting PROBLEM 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 and sides of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring. Ice is not dispensing. • • • • • • • You can hear water bubbling in the refrigerator. There is a bad smell in the refrigerator. Check that the refrigerator is level and stable.
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