user manual
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
Choose:
If your refrigerator is not level, the internal cooling system may not work correctly.
When moving your refrigerator
To prevent floor damage, be sure the front leveling legs are in the up position (above the floor). Refer to ‘Leveling the refrigerator’ in the manual page 14).
Flooring
For proper installation, you must place this refrigerator on a level, hard surface that is the same height as the rest of the floor.
This surface should be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.
To protect the finish of the flooring during installation, cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place it under the refrigerator where you are working.
When moving the refrigerator, you need to pull and push it straight forwards or back.
Do not wiggle it from side to side.
When installing, servicing, or cleaning behind the refrigerator, be sure to pull the unit straight out and push back in straight after finishing.
Installing the handles
Take the handles out of the right side door.
How to install the handles
Orient each handle so that the end with the sticker attached is at the top and the holes with the tightening screws are facing each other.
Then, follow the directions below to install each handle.
By using Phillips screwdriver, fix the screw optional) and then put he handle on the fixer by sliding them down firmly.
By using L- wrench, fix the screw with the longer part of it and then fully tighten up with the shorter part.
If your entrance won’t allow the refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the refrigerator doors.
To remove the doors, follow the steps below. If you do not need to remove the doors, go to Leveling the Refrigerator” on page 14.
Tools You’ll Need
1. Remove the Front Leg Cover
Open both the freezer and refrigerator doors. Unscrew the three screws holding the front leg cover in place by turning them counter-clockwise. When the screws are loose, remove the front leg cover.
2. Separate the water supply line from the refrigerator
Remove two water lines by pressing the each coupler ( 1 ) and pulling the water lines ( 2 ) away
3. Remove the freezer door
A few things to mention first.
1. With the Freezer door closed, remove the upper hinge cover ( 1 ) using a screwdriver, and then disconnect the wires by gently pulling them apart ( 2 ).
2. Remove the hinge bolts ( 3 ) with a 10 mm Socket Wrench.
Remove the ground screw ( 4 ) by turning it counter-clockwise.
Take off the upper hinge ( 5 ) in the direction of the arrow.
Take care that the door does not fall on you.
3. Open the Freezer door, and then remove the door from the lower hinge ( 6 ) by carefully lifting it up ( 7 ).
4. Remove the lower hinge ( 8 ) from the lower hinge bracket ( 9 ) by lifting the lower hinge up in the direction of the arrow.
4. Remove the fridge door
1. With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover ( 1 ) using a screwdriver.
2. Remove the hinge bolts ( 2 ) with a 10 mm
Socket Wrench.
Remove the ground screw ( 3 ) by turning it counter-clockwise.
Take off the upper hinge ( 4 ) in the direction of the arrow.
Take care that the door does not fall on you.
3. Remove the door from the lower hinge ( 6 ) by lifting the door ( 7 ).
4. Remove the lower hinge ( 8 ) from the lower hinge bracket ( 9 ) by lifting the lower hinge up in the direction of the arrow.
Re-attaching the Fridge Door
To re-attach the fridge door, replace parts in reverse order.
Re-attaching the Freezer Door
To re-attach the freezer door, replace parts in reverse order.
Re-attaching the Water Supply Lines
Make sure the refrigerator is level so that you can make final adjustments.
Use a level to test if the refrigerator is level both side to side and back to front.
If the refrigerator is not level, you will not be able to get the doors perfectly even, which may cause moisture condensation and increased energy bills.
Before levelling the refrigerator, remove the front leg cover.
Open both the freezer and refrigerator doors. Unscrew the three screws holding the front leg cover in place by turning them counter-clockwise. When the screws are loose, remove the front leg cover.
When the Freezer part is lower than the Fridge part.
Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into a slot on the Freezer Leg, then turn it clockwise.
When the Fridge part is lower than the Freezer part.
Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into a slot on the Fridge Leg, then turn it clockwise.
A level refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even.
Make sure your refrigerator is level before you begin.
If you need help leveling, review the previous section on leveling the refrigerator.
The process for adjusting each door 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 ).
2. Adjust the height difference between the doors by turning the bolt ( 2 ) clockwise (
) or counter clockwise (
).
3. After adjusting the doors, turn the nut ( 1 ) clockwise ( 
) until it reaches the lower end of the bolt, then tighten the bolt again with the wrench ( 3 ) to fix the nut in place ( 1 ).
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.
The water line also connects to the ice maker.
For the ice maker to operate properly, water pressure of 20 ~ 125 psi (138 ~ 862 kPa) is required.
If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 20 psi), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.
After you have connected the water line, make sure the water storage tank inside the refrigerator is properly filled.
To do this, press the water dispenser lever until water runs from the water dispenser.
Connecting to the water supply line
Connecting the water supply 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.
1. Connect the household water line to the assembled compression fitting.
- If you are using copper tubing, slip the compression nut ( B ) (not supplied) and ferrule (not supplied) on the copper tubing (not supplied) as shown.
- If you are using plastic tubing ( B ), insert the molded end (Bulb) of the plastic tubing ( B ) into the compression fitting.
2. Tighten the compression nut ( B ) onto the compression fitting.
Do not over-tighten the compression nut ( B ).
3. Turn the water on and check for any leaks inside the refrigerator, around the water filter, and in any connection areas.
If you find water drops or leaks, turn off the main water supply.
If the leaks are in the connection areas, check the connections and, if necessary, tighten.
If there are leaks in the refrigerator, check the water filter and confirm it is in the locked position.
Turn on the water supply and check for leaks again.
4. Plug in the refrigerator.
5. Flush 3 gallons of water through the filter before drinking or using the water from the refrigerator. (Flush approximately 6 minutes.)
This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines.
To flush, press the Water button, and then press a large glass or cup against the water dispenser lever. Fill the glass, empty it into the kitchen sink after it is filled, and then repeat.
6. Open the refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter.
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.
Preventing Power Cord Damage
To prevent power cord damage, fix any excess power cord to the top rear of the refrigerator as shown in the illustration below.
(1). Energy Saver (°C↔°F (3 sec))
For better energy efficiency, press the Energy Saver button.
If condensation occurs on the doors, turn the Energy Saver function off.
To switch the temperature units between ºC and °F. touch and hold this button for 3 seconds.
Each time you press and hold the button, the ºC and ºF temperature modes alternate and the ºC or ºF icon lights up, indicating your selection.
(2.)Freezer (Power Freeze (3 sec))
Press the Freezer button to set the freezer temperature between 5 °F (-15 °C) and -8 °F (-23°C).
Press and hold the Freezer button for 3 seconds to activate the Power Freezer function to decrease 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).
If you need to freeze a large amount of food, activate the Power Freeze function at least hours before you put the food into the freezer
(3).Lighting (Control Lock (3 sec))
Press the Lighting button to turn on the dispenser LED lamp.
If you press and hold the Lighting button for seconds, all buttons will be locked and the dispenser pad will not work.
(4).Fridge (Power Cool (3 sec))
Press the Fridge button to set the Fridge temperature between 44 °F (7 °C) and 34 °F (-1°C).
Press and hold the Fridge button for 3 seconds to decrease the time needed to cool products in the Refrigerator.
(5). Ice (Ice Maker Off (3 sec))
Press the Ice button to select cubed ice, crushed ice, or to turn the ice dispenser off.
Press and hold the Ice button for 3 seconds to turn the ice making function off.
Press and hold the Ice button again for 3 seconds to turn the ice making function back on.
(6).Water (Reset Filter (3 sec))
Press the Water button to turn the water dispenser on.
Press and hold the Water button for 3 seconds after changing the filter to reset the water filter indicator.
Freezer/Fridge (Temperature adjustment)
Press the Freezer or Fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is set.
Each time you press the Freezer or Fridge button, the temperature indicator will change in the order shown below.
Power Freeze 
This icon lights when you activate the Power Freeze function.
Power Freeze generates cold air for up to 50 hours continuously, chilling the freezer more quickly.
This function is useful when you need to decrease the temperature in the freezer quickly or to make more ice rapidly.
When you have enough, just press and hold the Freezer/Power Freeze (3 sec) button again for 3 seconds to cancel the Power Freeze function.
Energy Saver 
This icon lights when you activate the Energy Saver function.
The Energy Saver function is automatically set to ON” when power is supplied to the Refrigerator.
If condensation occurs on the doors, turn the Energy Saver function off.
Lighting 
This icon lights when you activate the Lighting function.
When the icon is lit, the dispenser light (under the display) is on continuously.
If you want the Dispenser lamp to come on only when some one uses the dispenser, press the
Lighting button to turn the continuous mode off.
Control Lock 
This icon lights when you activate the Lock function.
When the Control Lock icon is lit, all the panel buttons, including the Ice button and the dispensers, are locked and de-activated.
Press and hold the Lighting/Control Lock button for 3 seconds to turn Control Lock off and reactivate the panel buttons.
Filter Indicator 
This icon turns red when you need to change the filter, usually after the refrigerator has dispensed about 300 gallons of water (or after about 6 months). The icon will blink red for several seconds
The filter Indicator will be Off when you initially insert the water filter.
Power Cool 
This icon lights when you activate the Power Cool function.
The Power Cool function is great for a quick fridge cool down.
When you activate the Power Cool function, the temperature inside the Fridge decreases for about two and a half hours.
When you want to turn Power Cool off, press and hold the Fridge/Power Cool (3 sec) button again for 3 seconds.
Cubed 
, Crushed 
Enjoy cubed or crushed ice by selecting your preference from the digital control panel.
The ice type light indicates the type of ice that is currently chosen.
Ice Off 
This icon lights when you activate the Ice Off function.
When the Ice Off icon is lit, the ice maker is turned off.
Water 
This icon lights when you activate the Water function.
Display Off
To conserve energy the Panel Display turns off automatically under the following conditions: When no button has been pressed, when no doors have been opened, or when no Dispenser Lever has been pushed for a period of time.
The icon indicating the Water or Cubed / Crushed Ice selection, however, stays on.
When you press a button, open a door, or push a Dispenser Lever, the Panel Display will turn on again.
Except for the Water and Ice buttons, all function buttons will become operational after you remove your finger from the button you are currently pressing.
Demo Mode
Cooling Off mode (also called Shop mode), is designed for use by retailers when they display refrigerators on the shop floor.
In Cooling Off mode, the refrigerator’s fan motor and lights work normally, but the compressors do not run, and the refrigerator and freezer do not get cold.
To start Cooling Off mode, press and hold the Energy
Saver button, the Freezer button and the Lighting button for 5 seconds during normal operation.
The refrigerator chime sounds and O-FF appears on the display.
To cancel Cooling Off mode, press and hold the
Energy Saver button, the Freezer button and the Lighting button again for 5 seconds, until the chime sounds.
Cooling Off mode is only available on refrigerators sold in the U.S.
Using the water dispenser
Press the Water button on the control panel.
Place a cup or glass under the water outlet, and then push the cup or glass against the dispenser pad until you hear a "click".
Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out.
To get colder water
- The dispensed water is cool, not icy cold.
- When you want colder water with ice, dispense ice to your glass first before filling it with water to prevent water from splashing out.
Using the ice dispenser
Press the Ice button to select the type of ice you want.
Place your cup under the ice outlet and push gently against the dispenser pad.
Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the ice from bouncing out.
When you select cubed ice after selecting crushed ice, a small amount of residual crushed ice might be produced.
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.
Storing food in the freezer
(1)Ice Maker Bucket
Designed to store lots of ice easily.
(2)Shelves
Can be used to store all types of frozen food.
(3)Drawers
Best used to store meats or dry foods.
Stored food should be wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials or containers.
Storage in the fridge
(4)Door Bins
Can be used for small packages of frozen food.
(5)Dairy Bin
Can be used to store smaller dairy items like butter or margarine, yogurt or cream-cheese bricks.
(6)Shelves
Designed to be crack-resistant.
They can be used to store all types of food and drinks.
Circular marks on the glass surface are normal phenomenon and can usually be wiped clean with a damp cloth.
(7)Door Bins
Designed to handle large, bulky items such as gallons of milk or other large bottles and containers.
(8)Coolselect Zone™ (RS25H5121)
Useful for chilling beverages quickly and for thawing frozen foods.
(9)Fruit & Vegetable Drawer
Used to preserve the freshness of your stored vegetables and fruits.
1.Door Bin/Dairy Bin
2. Shelves (Freezer/Fridge)
3. Drawer
4. Ice Bucket (Freezer)
Caring for your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator prolongs its life and helps keep it odor and germfree.
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.
Cleaning the Exterior
Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft cloth.
Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying directly on the surface of the refrigerator.
This helps ensure an even distribution of moisture to the surface.
The doors, handles, and cabinet surfaces should be cleaned with a mild detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth.
To keep your appliance looking its best, the exterior should be polished once or twice a year.
Cleaning the rubber door seals
If the rubber door seals are dirty, the doors may not close properly, and the refrigerator will not operate efficiently.
Keep the seals free of grit or grime by cleaning them with a mild detergent and damp cloth. Wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Changing the LED type lighting
Do not disassemble or replace the LED type lighting.
To change the LED type lighting, contact a Samsung service center.
To make changing the water filter easier, you may want to shut off the water supply, and then drain any water remaining in the water line by pressing the Water button and then pressing a glass against the water dispenser pad.
1. Turn the water filter 90˚ counter-clockwise.
2. Pull the water filter out of the filter housing.
3. Insert a new water filter into the filter housing.
4.Turn the new water filter 90˚ clockwise.
5. Press and hold the Water button for 3 seconds after changing the filter to reset the filter indicator.
Confirm the indicator turns blue.
When you replace the water filter, some water may leak from the water filter housing.
Make sure to wipe up any leakage that may have occurred.
Removing residual matter from inside the water supply line after installing a new filter
Additionally, the document applies to other Samsung models: RS25H5121**, RS25H5111**, RS25H5111WW
