Samsung RF262BEAESR/AA 25.1 cu. ft. 3-Door French Door Refrigerator with Family Hub™

Operations

User interface

NOTE

• For more information about other menus and apps available on the Refrigerator app. See the Online manual of your refrigerator.
• The content of apps and widgets, or their design is subject to change or support may be discontinued without notice, depending on the content provider’s policy.
• Children's use of the refrigerator's functions, apps, and services must be supervised by adults.
• Underage transactions with the services must be supervised by adults.

01 Home screen

02 Soft buttons

01 Home screen

01 Apps & Widgets

• Tap a desired app or widget to launch it.

• Tap and hold an app or widget to enter Edit mode. A grid appears. In Edit mode, you can drag and drop an app or widget to a new position on the grid. When you move the app or widget to a new grid location, the location turns grey if it is available. If it is not available, it turns red.

• You can add an app or widget that has been removed from the Apps list.

02 Status bar

• Displays the status of various functions. (Refer to the following Icon descriptions table.)

Icon descriptions

02 Soft buttons

01 Bixby

- Tap to use Bixby.

02 Task Manager

- Tap to open the Task Manager.

- See the Task Manager section for details.

03 Home

- Tap to open the Home screen.

04 Return

- Tap to return to the previous screen.

05 Notification

- Tap to display the Quick Panel.

06 Hide/Show

- Tap to hide or show Soft buttons.

- The Hide/Show button only appears when an app is active.

Fridge Manager

To access Fridge Manager, swipe the Home screen to the left, and then tap the Fridge Manager widget.

• Tap < or > on the bottom of the widget to move between pages.
• On the first page, you can check the current temperatures or modes of each compartment as well as active special functions.
• Tap the first page to open the Fridge Manager for detailed settings.
• On the second page, you can check the filter status.
• Tap Buy Filter on the second page to open the website where you can purchase a water filter.

The Fridge Manager is a graphical representation of your refrigerator. The top half represents the refrigerator compartment, the bottom left the freezer compartment, and the bottom right the FlexZone. The temperature or mode settings for each are displayed over each section.

Fridge Manager At a Glance

01 Temperature

Change the set temperature in the fridge, freezer, and FlexZone. You can also turn on and turn off the refrigerator's Power Cool function and the freezer's Power Freeze function.

- Power Freeze speeds up the freezing process at maximum fan speed. The freezer keeps running at full speed for several hours and then returns to the previous temperature.

- To freeze large amounts of food, activate Power Freeze at least 20 hours before putting food in the freezer.

NOTE Using Power Freeze increases power consumption. Make sure you turn it off so the freezer returns to its previous temperature if you do not need it any longer.

02 Special Features

View a short explanation of some of the refrigerator's special features.

03 Fridge Settings

Change many of the fridge's settings including settings for ice making, the door alarm, and the temperature units (°F or °C). See the next page for details.

04 External Conditions

Displays the external (ambient) temperature and humidity.

NOTE

The displayed conditions may differ from the actual temperature and humidity.

NOTE

Also displayed is the Ice Maker off (ice making off) indicator at the top, center. When the indicator displays Ice Maker off, the refrigerator's ice maker is turned off.

Settings

Display reset (applicable models only)

If the display is not working correctly, try resetting the display. This may resolve the problem.

1. Open the right-side fridge door and locate the switch cover on the top right corner of the door. 2. Push up the cover to reveal the power switch. 3. Turn the switch off, and then turn it on again. 4. Reinsert the switch cover. You will hear a click when the cover is in place.

SmartThings

Installation

Visit the Google Play Store, Galaxy Apps, or Apple App Store and search for “SmartThings”. Download and install the SmartThings app provided by Samsung Electronics to your smart device.

NOTE

• The SmartThings app is not available for some tablet and iPad and some smartphone.

support that [Android] OS 6.0 or higher (mimimum 2GB RAM Size)

support that [iOS]10.0 or higher/iPhone6 or higher

• For improved performance, the SmartThings app is subject to change without notice or discontinued support according to the manufacturer’s policy.
• Recommended encryption systems include WPA/TKIP and WPA2/AES. Any newer or non-standard Wi-Fi authentication protocols are not supported.
• Wireless networks may be affected by the surrounding wireless communication environment.
• If your Internet service provider has registered the MAC address of your PC or modem for identification, your Samsung Smart Refrigerator may fail to connect to the Internet. If this happens, contact your Internet service provider for technical assistance.
• The firewall settings of your network system may prevent your Samsung Smart Refrigerator from accessing the Internet. Contact your Internet service provider for technical assistance. If this symptom continues, contact a local Samsung service center or retailer.
• To configure the wireless access point (AP) settings, see the user manual of the AP router).
• Samsung Smart Refrigerators support both IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz) and 802.11a/n/ ac (5GHz) protocols. (IEEE 802.11 n and 802.11ac are recommended.)
• Unauthorized Wi-Fi wireless routers may fail to connect to applicable Samsung Smart Refrigerators.

Samsung account

You are required to register your Samsung account to use the app. If you don’t have a Samsung account, follow the app’s onscreen instructions to create a free Samsung account.

Getting started

Turn on the device you want to connect, open the SmartThings app on your phone, and then follow the instructions below.

If a pop-up appears saying that a new device has been found, tap ADD NOW.

If a pop-up doesn't appear, tap the + button, and then select the device you want to connect from the list of available devices.

If your device isn't in the list of available devices, tap Supported Devices, select the device type (Refrigerator), and then select the specific device model.

Follow the instructions in the app to set up your device. Once setup is complete, your refrigerator will appear as a "card" on your Devices screen.

Refrigerator app

Integrated control

You can monitor and control your refrigerator at home and on the go.

• Tap the refrigerator icon on the SmartThings Dashboard or tap the Devices icon at the bottom of the Dashboard, and then tap the refrigerator "card" to open the Refrigerator page.
• Check the operation status or notifications related to your refrigerator, and then change options or settings if necessary.

NOTE

Some options or settings of the refrigerator may not be available for remote control.

Special features

Ice maker (applicable models only)

The refrigerator has a built-in ice maker that automatically dispenses ice so that you can enjoy filtered water with cubed or crushed ice.

Ice making

After you have installed your refrigerator and plugged it in, follow these instructions to ensure proper ice making and to keep the ice bucket full of ice:

1. Let the refrigerator run at least 24 hours without dispensing ice for optimal performance.
2. Pull out the freezer drawer and then discard the ice in the ice bucket.

- You must discard the first bucket of ice made after installation.

NOTE

• If you consume all the ice at once, you must wait 8 hours before dispensing the first 4 to 6 cubes. This ensures that the ice bucket is filled with ice properly.
• Ice cubes generated rapidly may look white, which is normal.

Diagnosis

If ice does not dispense, first check the ice maker.

To check the ice maker

1. Press Test on the bottom of the ice maker.
2. The motor will automatically start to operate, and water will be supplied to make ice.

CAUTION

• Do not press Test repeatedly after the ice tray is filled with ice or water. Water may overflow or ice may jam.
• Do not put food in the ice bucket. The frozen food may damage the ice maker, especially when you open or close the door.
• When the refrigerator recovers power after a power failure, the ice bucket may contain a mix of melted and jammed ice cubes, which can prevent the ice maker from working properly. To prevent this, make sure to empty the ice bucket before using the ice maker again.
• Do not put fingers or any objects into the dispenser outlet or the ice maker. This can cause physical injury or property damage.
• When reinserting the ice maker tray, make sure that the tray is properly centered at the entrance. Otherwise, the tray can get stuck.

Ice Maker Off

To disable the ice maker, tap Fridge Manager > Fridge Settings > Ice Maker on the Home screen, and then select Off. Make sure to empty the ice bucket. Remaining ice cubes may clump together, making it difficult to remove them.

To remove the ice bucket

1. Pull out the freezer drawer to the front. 2. Lift up the ice bucket to remove.

NOTE Removal of the ice bucket does not affect the thermal and mechanical performance of the refrigerator.

Cool Select pantry

The Cool Select pantry is a full-width drawer featuring a temperature control. It has a temperature sensor that adjusts the amount of cold air allowed into the pantry.

Control bar

To select a mode, press Temp. repeatedly. The temperature will change to match the mode settings. Note that the actual temperature depends on the distribution conditions of food items, the ambient temperature, and how often the door is opened.

CAUTION

• Do not store fruits and vegetables in Chilled mode. They may be spoil.
• Do not store leafy produce such as lettuce in the pantry.
• Do not store glass bottles. They may break or freeze.
• Do not put a water bowl without its cover in the pantry. Condensation may form around the bowl or the pantry.

Maintenance

Handling and care

Tempered glass shelves (fridge)

• To remove a shelf, fully open the corresponding door. Hold the front of the shelf, and then gently lift up and slide out. • To reinsert, hold the shelf at an angle so the front is higher than the back, and then insert the top hook into the top shelf notch. Then, lower the shelf and insert the bottom shelf hook into the bottom shelf notch. CAUTION • The tempered glass shelves are heavy. Use caution when removing them. • The shelf must be inserted correctly. Do not insert upside down. • Glass containers may scratch the surface of glass shelves.

Door bins

The top door bin section has a marked line to ensure easy removal and proper reinsertion.

Lift up the door bin, and then pull out straight.

CAUTION Do not allow children to play with the bins. Sharp-edged corners may cause injury.

Vegetable & fruit drawers

Gently lift up the front of the drawer and slide out.

We recommend that you remove the door bins before removing the drawer. This is to prevent damage to the door bins.

Vegetable shelf

1. Slide out the left-side vegetable drawer. 2. Slide in the right-side foldable shelf. 3. While supporting the vegetable shelf with one hand, slide it out with the other hand. NOTE To use the space that is opened up after removing the foldable shelf, take out the vegetable shelf. To reinsert, follow the steps above in the reverse order.

Ice bucket (applicable models only)

To remove the ice bucket, see the Maintenance section on page 63.

Freezer basket divider

Loosen and remove the screw from the lower side of the divider. Then, pull up straight to remove the divider.

Cool Select pantry

• To remove the pantry, slide the pantry fully open. Lift up the front side of the pantry, and then remove. • To reinsert the pantry, push the rails back to the end. Put the drawer onto the rails, and then slide the pantry back into place.

Pantry divider

• To remove the divider, slide the pantry fully open. Lift up the front side of the divider first, and then the rear side to unlock. Pull straight up to remove.

• To reinsert the divider, insert the rear side of the divider first, and then the front side so that the divider locks into position.

• The divider can be positioned in any of the two locking points.

Ice bucket

1. Pull out the freezer drawer to the front. 2. Lift up the ice bucket to remove.

Cleaning

Interior and exterior

WARNING

• Do not use benzene, thinner, home/car detergent, or Clorox™ for cleaning. They may damage the surface of the refrigerator or cause a fire.
• Do not spray water onto the refrigerator. This may cause electric shock.
• Do not put fingers or any objects into the dispenser outlet.

Regularly use a dry cloth to remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points.

To clean the refrigerator

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Use a moistened, soft, lint-free cloth or paper towel to clean the refrigerator’s interior and exterior.
3. When done, use a dry cloth or paper towel to dry well.
4. Plug in the power cord.

Inner-view camera

NOTE Use a cotton swab or microfiber cloth to clean the camera on the left-side door of the fridge.

Replacement

Water filter (applicable models only)

WARNING

• Do not use third-party water filters. Use only Samsung-provided or -approved filters.
• Unapproved filters may leak and damage the refrigerator, causing electric shock. Samsung is not responsible for any damage that may occur from use of third-party water filters.

The filter indicator () turns red to let you know it is time to replace the water filter. Before replacing the filter, shut off the water supply line.

		1. Turn the knob of the filter cartridge counter clockwise 90 degrees (1/4 turn). The filter cartridge unlocks. 2. Pull out to remove the cartridge. - If the water filter is severely contaminated, the cartridge may not be easy to remove. If that is the case, use force to remove the cartridge. - To prevent water leaks from the filter opening, pull the cartridge straight out while removing it. 3. Insert a new filter cartridge. Use only Samsung-provided or approved filters.
		4. Turn the cartridge knob clockwise to lock into place. 5. On the Home screen, tap Fridge Manager > Fridge Settings > Water Filter, and then select Reset. The filter indicator turns off. 6. When you are done replacing the filter, open the water valve and run water through the dispenser for about 7 minutes. This is to remove impurities and air from the water line.

NOTE

• A newly installed filter may cause the water dispenser to spurt water briefly. This is because air has entered the waterline.
• The replacement process may cause the water dispenser to drip for a short period of time. If it drips, simply wipe up any water on the floor with a dry towel.

Reverse osmosis water filtration system

The water pressure of the water supply system to a reverse osmosis water filtration system must be between 35 psi and 120 psi (241 kPa and 827 kPa). The water pressure of the reverse osmosis water filtration system to the refrigerator’s cold water line must be at least 40 psi (276 kPa). If the water pressure is below these specifications:

• Check if the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
• Refill the water tank in the reverse osmosis system with water.
• If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter.

For more information or servicing, contact a licensed plumbing professional.

Ordering a new filter

To purchase a new water filter, contact a local Samsung service center or visit www. samsungparts.com on the web.

LED Lights

To replace the LED lights on the refrigerator, contact a local Samsung service center.

WARNING

The LED lights are not user-serviceable. Do not attempt to replace an LED light yourself. This can cause electric shock.

Troubleshooting

Before calling for service, review the checkpoints below. Any service calls regarding normal situations (No Defect Cases) will be charged to users.

General

Temperature

Odors

Frost

Condensation

Water/ice (dispenser models only)

Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator?

Before calling for service, review the checkpoints below. Any service calls related to normal sounds will be charged to the user.

These sounds are normal.

• When starting or ending an operation, the refrigerator may make sounds similar to a car engine ignition. As the operation stabilizes, the sounds will decrease.

• While the fan is operating, these sounds may occur. When the refrigerator reaches the set temperature, the fan sound will stop.

• During a defrost cycle, water may drip on the defrost heater, causing sizzling sounds.

• As the refrigerator cools or freezes, refrigerant gas moves through sealed pipes, causing bubbling sounds.

• As the refrigerator temperature increases or decreases, plastic parts contract and expand, creating knocking noises. These noises occur during the defrosting cycle or when electronic parts are working.

• For ice maker models: When the water valve opens to fill the ice maker, buzzing sounds may occur.
• Due to pressure equalizing when you open and close the refrigerator door, whooshing sounds may occur.

SmartThings

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Smart Grid (applicable models only)

LCD

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