Refrigerator
User manual
RS63R***/RS65R56*
Free Standing Appliance
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Contents
Contents
Safety information 3
What you need to know about the safety instructions 3
Important safety symbols and precautions: 4
Important safety precautions 5
Severe warning signs for transportation and site 8
Critical installation warnings 9
Installation cautions 12
Critical usage warnings 12
Usage cautions 17
Cleaning cautions 19
Critical disposal warnings 21
Additional tips for proper usage 22
Instructions about the WEEE 23
Installation 24
Refrigerator at a glance 24
Step-by-step installation 27
Door removal for entrance 37
Operations 42
Feature panel 42
Dispenser panel (applicable models only) 47
Special features 48
Maintenance 56
Handle and care 56
Cleaning 58
Replacement 59
Troubleshooting 61
General 61
Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator? 65
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Safety information
Before using your new Samsung Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly
to ensure that you know how to operate the features and functions that your new
appliance offers safely and efciently.
What you need to know about the safety instructions
• Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual
do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may
occur.
It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution,
and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your
appliance.
• Because these following operating instructions cover various
models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ
slightly from those described in this manual and not all
warning signs may be applicable. If you have any questions
or concerns, contact your nearest service center or nd help
and information online at www.samsung.com.
• R-600a or R-134a is used as a refrigerant. Check the
compressor label on the rear of the appliance or the rating
label inside the fridge to see which refrigerant is used for
your appliance. When this product contains ammable gas
(Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local authority in regard to
safe disposal of this product.
• In order to avoid the creation of a ammable 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 1 m
3
in size
for every 8 g of R-600a refrigerant inside the appliance.
The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is
shown on the identication plate inside the appliance.
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• Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an
eye injury. When refrigerant leaks from the pipe, avoid any
naked ames and move anything ammable away from the
product and ventilate the room immediately.
- Failing to do so may result in re or explosion.
Important safety symbols and precautions:
Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This manual
uses the following safety symbols.
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal
injury, property damage, and/or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal
injury and/or property damage.
NOTE
Useful information that helps users understand or benet from
the refrigerator.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and
others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
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Important safety precautions
Warning; Risk of re / ammable materials
WARNING
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged.
• Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable
power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• Fill with potable water only.
• Connect to potable water supply only.
• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in
the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• Do not use mechanical devices or any other means
to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage
compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or those who lack experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
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• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
• The socket must be easily accessible so that the appliance can
be quickly disconnected from the supply in an emergency.
- It must be outside the area of the rear of the appliance.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
ammable propellant in this appliance.
• If the product is equipped with LED lamps, do not disassemble
the Lamp Covers and LED lamps yourself.
- Contact a Samsung service center.
- Use only the LED Lamps provided by the manufacturer or
its service agents.
• New hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and
old hose-sets should not be reused.
• Have the refrigerator’s water supply connected only to a
potable water supply. To operate the ice maker properly,
water pressure of 206 ~ 861 kPa (30 ~ 125 psi) is required.
• For the most efcient use of energy, please keep the all inner
ttings such as baskets, drawers, shelves on the position
supplied by manufacturer.
• To get the best energy efciency of this product, please leave
all shelves, drawers and baskets on their original position.
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How to minimize the energy consumption
• Install the appliance in a cool, dry room with adequate
ventilation.
• Ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight and never put
it near a direct source of heat (radiator, for example).
- Not to block any vents or grilles is recommended for
energy efciency.
- Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the
appliance.
- Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw. You can then
use the low temperatures of the frozen products to cool
food in the refrigerator.
- Do not keep the door of the appliance open for too long
when putting food in or taking food out.
- The shorter time for which the door is open, the less ice
will form in the freezer.
- Clean the rear of the refrigerator regularly. Dust increases
energy consumption.
- Do not set temperature colder than necessary.
- Ensure sufcient air exhaust at the refrigerator base and
at the back wall of the refrigerator. Do not cover air vent
openings.
- Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when
installing. This will help reduce power consumption and
keep your energy bills lower.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as
- staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working
environments;
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- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
Severe warning signs for transportation and site
WARNING
• When transporting and installing the appliance, care should
be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit
are damaged.
- Refrigerant leaking from the pipe work could ignite or
cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any naked
ames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in
which the appliance is standing for several minutes.
- This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane
refrigerant (R-600a), a natural gas with high environmental
compatibility that is, however, also combustible. When
transporting and installing the appliance, care should be
taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are
damaged.
• When transporting and installing the refrigerator, do not
touch the water hose on the back side of the refrigerator.
- This may damage the refrigerator and as a result the water
dispenser can not be used.
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Critical installation warnings
WARNING
• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp location or place
where it may come in contact with water.
- Deteriorated insulation on electrical parts may cause an
electric shock or re.
• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to
the heat from stoves, room heaters, or other appliances.
• Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power
strip. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that
matches the voltage listed on the refrigerator’s rating plate.
- This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading of house wiring circuits, which could cause a
re hazard from overheated wires.
• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.
- There is a risk of electric shock of re.
• Do not use a power cord that has cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.
• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy
objects on it.
• Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
• Do not twist or tie the power cord.
• Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a
heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord
between objects, or push the power cord into the space
behind the appliance.
• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or
damage the power cord.
- This may result in an electric shock or re.
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• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug rmly and pull straight out from the
outlet.
- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, re, and/or
electric shock.
• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
- Using aerosols near the refrigerator may cause an
explosion or re.
• Do not install this appliance near a heater or inammable
material.
• Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
- This may result in an electric shock or re.
• This refrigerator must be properly located and installed in
accordance with the instructions in this manual before you
use it.
• Connect the power plug in the proper position with the cord
hanging down.
- If you connect the power plug upside down, the wire can
get cut off and cause a re or electric shock.
• Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or damaged by
the back of the refrigerator.
• Keep the packing materials out of reach of children.
- There is a risk of death from suffocation if a child puts the
packing materials on his or her head.
• Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location,
in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water (rain drops).
- Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an
electric shock or re.
• If any dust or water is in the refrigerator, pull out power plug
and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
- Otherwise there is a risk of re.
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• Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as
laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals,
metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
- This may result in an electric shock, re, problems with the
product, or injury.
• You need to remove all the protective plastic lm before you
initially plug the product in.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the snap rings used for door adjustment or the water
tube clips.
- There is risk of death by suffocation if a child swallows a
snap ring or water tube clip. Keep the snap rings and water
tube clips out of children’s reach.
• The refrigerator must be safely grounded.
- Always make sure that you have grounded the refrigerator
before attempting to investigate or repair any part of the
appliance. Power leakages can cause severe electric shock.
• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines, or other potential
lightning attractors as an electrical ground.
- You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power
leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from
the refrigerator.
- This may result in an electric shock, re, explosion, or
problems with the product.
• Plug the power plug into the wall socket rmly. Do not use
a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall
socket.
- This may result in an electric shock or re.
• The fuse on the refrigerator must be changed by a qualied
technician or service company.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or personal
injury.
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Installation cautions
CAUTION
• Allow sufcient space around the refrigerator and install it on
a at surface.
- If your refrigerator is not level, cooling efciency and
durability can be declined.
• Allow the appliance to stand for 2-3 hours before loading
foods after installation and turning on.
• We strongly recommend you have a qualied technician or
service company install the refrigerator.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, re,
explosion, problems with the product, or injury.
Critical usage warnings
WARNING
• Do not insert the power plug into a wall socket with wet
hands.
- This may result in an electric shock.
• Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
- When you open or close the door, the articles may fall and
cause personal injury and/or material damage.
• Do not insert hands, feet or metal objects (such as chopsticks,
etc.) into the bottom or the back of the refrigerator.
- This may result in an electric shock or injury.
- Any sharp edges may cause a personal injury.
• Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or products
stored in the freezer with wet hands.
- This may cause frostbite.
• Do not put a container lled with water on the refrigerator.
- If spilled, there is a risk of re or electric shock.
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• Do not keep volatile or ammable objects or substances
(benzene, thinner, propane gas, alcohol, ether, LP gas, and
other such products) in the refrigerator.
- This refrigerator is for storing food only.
- This may result in re or explosion.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
- Keep ngers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful
when you open the doors if children are in the area.
• Do not put your ngers or children's ngers between the
doors.
- Keep ngers out of the left and right door gaps. Be careful
when you open the doors if your ngers are in between
the doors.
• Do not let children hang on the door or door bins. A serious
injury may occur.
• Do not let children go inside the refrigerator. They could
become trapped.
• Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the
appliance.
- Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.
• Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientic materials, or
temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator.
- Products that require strict temperature controls must not
be stored in the refrigerator.
• If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull out power plug
immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service
center.
• If any dust or water is in Refrigerator, pull out power plug
and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
- Otherwise there is a risk of re.
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• Do not let children step on a drawer.
- The drawer may break and cause them to slip.
• Do not leave the doors of the refrigerator open while the
refrigerator is unattended and do not let children enter inside
the refrigerator.
• Do not allow babies or children go inside the drawer.
- It can cause death from suffocation by entrapment or
personal injury.
• Do not overll the refrigerator with food.
- When you open the door, an item may fall out and cause
personal injury or material damage.
• Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the
surface of the appliance.
- As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in an
electric shock, re, or problems with the product.
• Never put ngers or other objects into the water dispenser
hole, ice chute and ice maker bucket.
- It may cause a personal injury or material damage.
• Do not use or place any substances sensitive to temperature
such as ammable sprays, ammable objects, dry ice,
medicine, or chemicals near or inside of the refrigerator.
• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.
Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator for removing
bad odours.
- This may result in an electric shock or re.
• Fill the water tank, ice tray and water cubes only with potable
water (mineral water or puried water).
- Do not ll the tank with tea, juice or sports drink, this may
damage the refrigerator.
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• Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as
laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals,
metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. This may result in an
electric shock, re, problems with the product, or injury. Do
not put a container lled with water on the appliance.
- If spilled, there is a risk of re or electric shock.
• Never stare directly at the UV LED lamp for long periods of
time.
- This may result in eye strain due to the ultraviolet rays.
• Do not put shelf in upside down. Shelf stopper could not
work.
- It may cause a personal injury because of glass shelf drop.
• Keep ngers out of “pinch point” areas. Clearances between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when
you open the doors if children are in the area.
• If a gas leak is detected, avoid any naked ames or potential
sources of ignition, and air the room in which the appliance is
standing for several minutes.
- Do not touch the appliance or power cord.
- Do not use a ventilating fan.
- A spark may result in explosion or re.
• Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not
fall out.
• This product is intended only for the storage of food in a
domestic environment.
• Never put ngers or other objects into the water dispenser
hole, ice chute and ice maker bucket.
- It may cause a personal injury or material damage.
• Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the
refrigerator yourself.
• Do not use any fuse (such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other
than a standard fuse.
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• If your refrigerator needs to be repaired or reinstalled,
contact your nearest service center.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock, re,
problems with the product, or injury.
• If the refrigerator emits a burning smell or smoke, unplug
the refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric or re hazards.
• Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the
interior lamps of the refrigerator.
- Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.
• If you experience difculty changing a non-LED light, contact
a Samsung service center.
• Plug the power plug into the wall socket rmly.
• Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or
loose wall socket.
- This may result in an electric shock or re.
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Usage cautions
CAUTION
• Do not refreeze thawed food.
- Frozen and thawed food will develop harmful bacteria
faster than fresh.
- The second thaw will break down even more cells, leaching
out moisture and changing the integrity of the product.
• Do not thaw meat at room temperature.
- Safety will depend on whether the raw product was
handled properly.
• Do not place glass bottles or carbonated beverages into the
freezer.
- The container may freeze and break, and this may result in
injury.
• Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator.
• If you will be away from home for a long period of time (on
vacation, for example) and won’t be using the water or ice
dispensers, close the water valve.
- Otherwise, water leakage may occur.
• If you won’t be using the refrigerator for a very long period
of time, (3 weeks or more) empty the refrigerator including
the ice bucket, unplug it, close the water valve, wipe excess
moisture from the inside walls, and leave the doors open to
prevent odors and mold.
• To get the best performance from the product:
- Do not place food too close to the vents at the rear of the
refrigerator as this can obstruct free air circulation in the
refrigerator compartment.
- Wrap food up properly or place it in airtight containers
before putting it into the refrigerator.
- Please observe maximum storage times and expiration
dates of frozen goods.
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- There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator from the
power supply if you will be away for less than three weeks.
However, if you will be away for more than three weeks,
remove all the food and ice in the ice bucket, unplug the
refrigerator, close the water valve, wipe excess moisture
from the inside walls, and leave the doors open to prevent
odors and mold.
• Service Warranty and Modication.
- Any changes or modications performed by a 3rd party
on this nished appliance are not covered under Samsung
warranty service, nor is Samsung responsible for safety
issues that result from 3rd party modications.
• Do not block the air vents inside the refrigerator.
- If the air vents are blocked, especially with a plastic bag,
the refrigerator can be over cooled. If a cooling period
lasts too long, the water lter may break and cause water
leakage.
• Use only the ice-maker provided with the refrigerator.
• Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors
open.
- Otherwise, odor and mold may develop.
• If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you
should wait for at least ve minutes before plugging it back
in.
• When the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out the power
plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
• Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface.
- Broken glass may result in a personal injury and/or
property damage.
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• Fill the water tank and ice cube trays with potable water only
(tap water, mineral water, or puried water).
- Do not ll the tank with tea or a sports drink. This may
damage the refrigerator.
• Be careful that your ngers are not caught in.
• If the refrigerator is ooded, make sure to contact your
nearest service center.
- There is a risk of electric shock or re.
• Do not keep vegetable oil in your refrigerator’s door bins. The
oil can solidify, making it foul-tasting and difcult to use. In
addition, the open container can leak and the leaked oil can
cause the door bin to crack. After opening an oil container, it
is best to keep the container in a cool and shaded place such
as a cupboard or pantry.
- Examples of vegetable oil: olive oil, corn oil, grape-seed oil,
etc.
Cleaning cautions
CAUTION
• Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside the
refrigerator.
- There is a risk of re or electric shock.
• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.
• Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator to remove
bad odors.
- This may result in an electric shock or re.
• Do not spray cleaning products directly on the display.
- Printed letters on the display may come off.
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• If any foreign substance such as water has entered the
appliance, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest
service center.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or re.
• Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any foreign matter or dust
from the power plug blades. Do not use a wet or damp cloth
when cleaning the plug.
- Otherwise, there is a risk of re or electric shock.
• Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
• Do not use benzene, thinner, or Clorox, Chloride for cleaning.
- They may damage the surface of the appliance and may
cause a re.
• Never put ngers or other objects into the dispenser hole.
- It may cause a personal injury or material damage.
• Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the
appliance from the wall socket.
- Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or re.
• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm
water to clean the refrigerator.
• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, ammable uids, muriatic acid,
cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or
cleansers containing petroleum products on exterior surfaces
(doors and cabinet), plastic parts, door and interior liners, and
gaskets.
- These can scratch or damage the material.
• Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Glass shelves and covers may break if exposed
to sudden temperature changes or impacts such as bumping
or dropping.
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Critical disposal warnings
WARNING
• Please dispose of the packaging material from this product in
an environmentally friendly manner.
• Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the refrigerator
are damaged prior to disposal.
• R-600a or R-134a is used as a refrigerant. Check the
compressor label on the rear of the appliance or the rating
label inside the fridge to see which refrigerant is used for
your refrigerator. If this refrigerator contains ammable gas
(Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local authority in regard to
safe disposal of this product.
• When disposing of this refrigerator, remove the door/door
seals and door latch so that small children or animals cannot
become trapped inside. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance. If trapped
inside, a child may get hurt or suffocate to death.
- If trapped inside, the child may become injury and
suffocate to death.
• Cyclopentane is used in the insulation. The gases in the
insulation material require a special disposal procedure.
Please contact your local authorities in regard to the
environmentally safe disposal of this product.
• Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children,
as packaging materials can be dangerous to children.
- If a child places a bag over his or her head, the child could
suffocate.
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Additional tips for proper usage
• In the event of a power failure, call the local ofce of your
electric company and ask how long the failure is going to last.
- Most power failures that are corrected in an hour or two
will not affect your refrigerator temperatures. However,
you should minimize the number of door openings while
the power is off.
- Should the power failure last more than 24 hours, remove
and discard all frozen food.
• The refrigerator might not operate consistently (frozen
contents can thaw or temperatures can become too warm in
the frozen food compartment) if sited for an extended period
of time in a location where ambient air temperatures are
constantly below the temperatures for which the appliance is
designed.
• In case of particular foods, keeping it under refrigeration can
have a bad effect on preservation due to its properties.
• Your appliance is frost free, which means there is no need
to manually defrost your appliance. This will be carried out
automatically.
• Temperature rise during defrosting complies with ISO
requirements. If you want to prevent an undue rise in the
temperature of frozen food while the appliance defrosts,
wrap the frozen food in several layers of newspaper.
• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely.
• The temperature of two star section (sections) or
compartment (compartments) which have two star symbol
( ) is slightly higher than other freezer compartment
(compartments).
The two star section (sections) or compartment
(compartments) is (are) based on the instruction and/or the
condition as delivered.
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Instructions about the WEEE
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature
indicates that the product and its electronic accessories
(e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed
of with other household waste at the end of their working
life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate
these items from other types of waste and recycle them
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where
they purchased this product, or their local government
ofce, for details of where and how they can take these
items for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the
terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product
and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with
other commercial wastes for disposal.
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Installation
Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a proper installation of this refrigerator and
to prevent accidents before using it.
WARNING
• Use the refrigerator only for its intended purpose as described in this manual.
• Any servicing must be performed by a qualied technician.
• Dispose of the product packaging material in compliance with the local regulations.
• To prevent electric shock, unplug the power cord before servicing or replacements.
Refrigerator at a glance
The actual appearance of your refrigerator may differ, depending on the model and the
country.
Dispenser-featured models
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01 Freezer shelves 02 Multipurpose freezer bin
03 Dried food and meat storage drawer 04 Refrigerator bin
05 Refrigerator shelves 06 Vegetable drawer
07 Multipurpose drawer 08 Ice maker bucket **
09 Wine rack * 10 Dairy bin
11 FlexZone * 12 Freezer guard *
13 Deodorizer lter *
* Applicable models only
** Dispenser models only
NOTE
The design of the egg container may differ with the model.
CAUTION
For all models, do not change the position of the freezer shelves. Freezer shelves have
different lengths, and if you change the position, you may damage the product when
closing the door.
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Normal models
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01 Freezer shelves 02 Multipurpose freezer bin
03 Dried food and meat storage drawer 04 Refrigerator bin
05 Refrigerator shelves 06 Vegetable drawer
07 Multipurpose drawer 08 Ice maker *
09 Wine rack * 10 Dairy bin
11 FlexZone * 12 Deodorizer lter *
* Applicable models only
** Dispenser models only
NOTE
The design of the egg container may differ with the model.
CAUTION
For all models, do not change the position of the freezer shelves. Freezer shelves have
different lengths, and if you change the position, you may damage the product when
closing the door.
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Installation
Step-by-step installation
STEP 1 Select a site
Site requirements:
• Solid, level surface without carpeting or ooring that may obstruct ventilation
• Away from direct sunlight
• Adequate room for opening and closing the door
• Away from a heat source
• Room for maintenance and servicing
• Temperature range: between 5 °C and 43 °C
Effective temperature range
The refrigerator is designed to operate normally in the temperature range specied by its
class rating.
Class Symbol
Ambient Temperature range (°C)
IEC 62552 (ISO 15502) ISO 8561
Extended Temperate SN +10 to +32 +10 to +32
Temperate N +16 to +32 +16 to +32
Subtropical ST +16 to +38 +18 to +38
Tropical T +16 to +43 +18 to +43
NOTE
The cooling performance and power consumption of the refrigerator may be affected
by the ambient temperature, the door-opening frequency, and the location of the
refrigerator. We recommend adjusting the temperature settings as appropriate.
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Clearance
See the pictures and table below for space requirements for installation.
A
B
D
C
Depth “A” 716
Width “B” 912
Height “C” 1744
Overall Height “D” 1780
(unit: mm)
01
02 03
05
06
07
08
09
04
01 more than 50 mm recommended
02 165°
03 170°
04 564 mm
05 1726 mm
06 610 mm
07 908 mm
08 29 mm
09 1165 mm
NOTE
The measurements in the above table may differ, depending on the measuring method.
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STEP 2 Spacing (ISO models only)
1. Open the door and locate the provided
spacer.
2. Unpack the spacer and attach it to the
rear of the refrigerator as shown. It
helps ventilate air to the rear wall and
save power consumption.
STEP 3 Flooring
• The surface to install the refrigerator
must support a fully loaded refrigerator.
• To protect the oor, put a large piece
of cardboard on each leg of the
refrigerator.
• Once the refrigerator is in its nal
position, do not move it unless
necessary to protect the oor. If you
have to, use a thick paper or cloth such
as old carpets along the movement
path.
NOTE
If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance due to its size, see the Door removal
for entrance section in the Installation chapter.
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STEP 4 Adjust the levelling feet
CAUTION
• The refrigerator must be levelled on a at, solid oor. Failing to do so can cause
damage to the refrigerator or physical injury.
• Levelling must be performed with an empty refrigerator. Make sure no food items
remain inside the refrigerator.
• For safety reasons, adjust the front side a little higher than the rear side.
The refrigerator can be levelled using the front legs that have a special screw (leveller) for
levelling purposes. Use a at-head screwdriver for levelling.
To adjust the height of the freezer side:
Insert a at-head screwdriver into the
leveller of the freezer-side front leg. Turn
the leveller clockwise to raise, or turn it
counter clockwise to lower.
To adjust the height of the fridge side:
Insert a at-head screwdriver into the
leveller of the fridge-side front leg. Turn
the leveller clockwise to raise, or turn it
counter clockwise to lower.
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STEP 5 Adjust the door height as well as the door gap
To adjust the height of a door
The height of a door can be adjusted using the clamp nut and the height nut on the front
bottom of each door.
B
A
1. Open the door to adjust, and locate the
two nuts (A) and (B) on the front bottom
of the door.
A
2. With a 19 mm spanner (not provided),
turn the clamp nut (A) clockwise to
loosen. Then, open the door, and do the
following inside the door.
- To raise the door, turn the height nut
(B) counter clockwise.
- To lower the door, turn the height
nut (B) clockwise.
A
3. When complete, tighten the clamp nut
(A) by turning it counter clockwise.
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STEP 6 Connect the water dispenser line (applicable models only)
Parts and tools required
Water line xer and screws Coupler Water line
Water lter lock-clip Water lter Check valve
Installation (external dispenser line)
1. Assemble the water pipe line using
couplers.
2. Close the main water supply, and then
close the water tap.
3. Connect the coupler to the cold water
tap.
CAUTION
• Make sure you connect the coupler to the cold water tap. Connection to the hot water
tap may cause the water lter to be clogged and fail to operate normally.
• The warranty for your refrigerator does not cover the water line installation. The
water line installation will be performed at your own costs unless the installation fee is
included in the retailer’s price.
• Samsung takes no responsibility for the water line installation. If water leaks occur,
contact the installer of the water line.
• The water line must be repaired by a qualied professional. If you encounter a water
leak, contact a local Samsung service centre or the installer of the water line.
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STEP 7 Connect to a water source (applicable models only)
CAUTION
• The water line must be connected by a qualied technician.
• The warranty for your refrigerator does not cover the water line installation. The
water line installation will be performed at your own costs unless the installation fee is
included in the retailer’s price.
• Samsung takes no responsibility for the water line installation. If water leaks occur,
contact the installer of the water line.
To connect the cold water pipe to the water ltering hose
CAUTION
• Make sure the water ltering hose is connected to a cold, potable water source pipe.
Connecting to the hot water pipe may cause the water lter to malfunction.
1
A
B
A
A. Close Main Water pipe
B. No gap
1. Shut off the water supply by closing the
main water valve.
2. Locate the cold, potable water pipe (1).
3. Follow the Water Line Installation to
connect to the water pipe.
NOTE
New hose-sets supplied with the appliance
are to be used and old hose-sets should
not be reused.
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To connect the water ltering hose to the water line
a
a
a
A
B
03
A. Water Line from unit
B. Water Line from Kit
1. Loosen and remove the compression
nut (a) from the water line of the
refrigerator, and insert it to the water
ltering hose.
2. Tighten up the compression nut (a) to
connect the water ltering hose and the
water line.
3. Open the main water valve and check
for any leaks.
4. If there are no leaks, dispense about 10
litres of water or dispense the water for
6 - 7 minutes before actually using the
refrigerator to remove impurities inside
the water ltering system.
5. Secure the water line to a sink or a wall
using a clip.
CAUTION
• Do not tighten the water line
excessively. Make sure the water line is
not bent, pinched, or squashed.
• Do not mount the water line on any
part of the refrigerator. This may
damage the refrigerator.
NOTE
If you have to relocate the refrigerator
after connecting the water line, make sure
the joined section of the water line must is
straight.
To repair the water line
CAUTION
The water line must be repaired by a qualied professional. If you encounter a water leak,
contact a local Samsung service centre or the installer of the water line.
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Reverse osmosis water ltration system
The water pressure of the water supply system to a reverse osmosis water ltration
system must be between 206 kPa (30 psi) and 861 kPa (125 psi).
The water pressure of the reverse osmosis water ltration system to the refrigerator’s
cold water line must be at least 206 kPa (30 psi). If the water pressure is below the
specied:
• Check if the sediment lter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the lter
if necessary.
• Rell the water tank in the reverse osmosis system with water.
• If your refrigerator has a water lter, it may further reduce the water pressure when
used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water lter.
For more information or servicing, contact a licensed plumbing professional.
Ordering a new lter
To purchase a new water lter (part type: HAFEX/EXP), contact a local Samsung service
centre.
To mount the water lter into place
1. Attach the lock clips (x2) to appropriate
positions under the sink, for instance.
Then, x the lock clips rmly using
screws.
2. Insert the water lter into the upper
and lower clips in the correct direction.
Make sure to check the vertical
direction of the water lter.
NOTE
If the lter is installed horizontally, water
may remain in the lter. Therefore, vertical
installation is recommended.
CAUTION
Do not mount the water lter on any part
of the refrigerator. This may damage the
refrigerator.
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STEP 8 Initial settings
By completing the following steps, the refrigerator should be fully functioning.
1. Plug the power cord into the wall socket to turn the refrigerator on.
2. Open the door, and check if the interior light lights up.
3. Set the temperature to the coldest, and wait for about an hour. Then, the freezer will be
slightly chilled, and the motor will run smoothly.
4. Wait until the refrigerator reaches the set temperature. Now the refrigerator is ready
for use.
STEP 9 Final check
When installation is complete, conrm that:
• The refrigerator is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly.
• The refrigerator is installed on a at, level surface with a reasonable clearance from the
wall or the cabinet.
• The refrigerator is level and is sitting rmly on the oor.
• The door opens and closes freely, and the interior light turns on automatically when
you open the door.
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Door removal for entrance
If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance due to its size, follow these
instructions:
Tools required (not provided)
These tools are used for removing the doors.
Phillips screwdriver Flat-head
screwdriver
Socket spanner
(10 mm)
Allen spanner
(5 mm)
Disconnect the water line
1. From the bottom rear side of the
refrigerator, pull out the water line to
the front.
NOTE
The refrigerator’s water line is a water
circulation line that connects between the
water pipe from the water source and the
hoses from the water ltering system of
the refrigerator.
B
A
2. To disconnect the hoses, press and hold
the transparent coupler (A) and detach
the water hose (B).
CAUTION
Do not apply excessive force to the
coupler. It may break.
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Detach the doors
CAUTION
The door may fall off or over and damage itself during any of these steps. To prevent an
accident, use extreme caution when performing these steps.
A
A
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew
the hinge covers (A) on the top of each
door.
2. Open the doors to loosen the hinges
and remove the hinge covers. Once the
covers are removed, close the doors.
3. Disconnect the electrical harness.
B
C
4. Unscrew the hinge screws (B) counter
clockwise, and remove the upper hinge
(C). Be careful as the door can fall on
you, causing physical injury.
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C
5. Remove the hinges (C) on both sides.
6. Gently lift up the doors one by one to
remove. Use caution as the door may
fall off or over.
Reconnect the water hoses
Once the refrigerator has passed through the entrance, reconnect the water hoses.
A
A. Centre of transparent coupler
CAUTION
• Make sure the water hoses are
connected with matching colours.
• To prevent water leaks, each water
hose must be inserted fully to the
centre of the transparent coupler.
• After reconnecting the water hoses,
push them under the cabinet and
arrange them on the hook.
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Reattach the doors
CAUTION
• Before reattaching the doors, make sure all the electrical connectors are properly
connected.
• The freezer door must be reattached before the fridge door.
1. Hold the freezer door and hook to the
hinge at the bottom of the refrigerator.
A
2. On the top side, insert the hinge (A) into
the hinge slot.
B
C
D
3. Insert the upper hinge shaft (B) into
the hinge hole (C). Make sure the hinge
shaft is straight so that all screw holes
are fully revealed. Then, tighten the
hinge screws (D) clockwise.
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4. Connect the electrical harness.
5. Insert the hinge covers with the front
sides rst, and then tighten the screws.
Use a Phillips screwdriver for this step.
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Feature panel
Type A Type B Type C Type D
01
02
04
05
07
06
01
03
04
05
07
06
01
02
04
07
06
01
03
04
07
06
01 Fridge / Power Cool 02 FlexZone™ *
03 Vacation * 04 Freezer / Power Freeze
05 Ice Maker / Filter Reset * 06 Door Alarm
07 Lock
* Applicable models only
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01 Fridge / Power Cool (3 sec)
Fridge
The Fridge button can be used to set the fridge temperature, or to
activate/deactivate Power Cool.
You can manually adjust the cooling temperature for the fridge. Keep
pressing Fridge to select a desired temperature between 1 °C and 7 °C.
Power Cool
Power Cool speeds up the cooling process at maximum fan speed.
This is useful to quickly cool food that spoils quickly, or after the door
is left open for some time. The fridge keeps running at full speed for
several hours and then returns to the previous temperature.
Press and hold Fridge for 3 seconds.
The corresponding indicator ( ) lights up, and the refrigerator will
speed up the cooling process for you.
02 FlexZone™
The FlexZone™ is in the lower part of the fridge. You can set the FlexZone™ to different
modes. Press FlexZone™ repeatedly to select a desired mode.
Mode Description
Fruit & Vegetable 3°C
Select this mode to keep fruits and vegetables fresh.
The temperature of the FlexZone™ will be kept at 3 °C.
Beverage 1°C
Select this mode to keep beverages cold.
The temperature of the FlexZone™ will be kept at 1 °C.
Meat & Fish 0°C
Select this mode to keep meat and sh fresh.
The temperature of the FlexZone™ will be kept at 0 °C.
Fridge
Select this mode to set the FlexZone™ temperature to the fridge
temperature.
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03 Vacation (3 sec)
Vacation
If you are going on vacation or a business trip, or if you do not intend
to use the fridge for an extended time, use the Vacation mode.
• To activate Vacation mode, press and hold Vacation for 3 seconds.
The Vacation On indicator turns on while the display of the fridge
temperatures will turn off. The fridge temperature will be controlled
under 17 °C.
• To deactivate Vacation mode, press and hold Vacation again for 3
seconds. The fridge temperature will return to the previous setting.
NOTE
• Make sure to remove foods in the fridge compartment before using
Vacation mode.
• The Vacation mode will be disabled if you adjust the temperature.
04 Freezer / Power Freeze (3 sec)
Freezer
The Freezer button can be used to set the freezer temperature, or to
activate Power Freeze. Available temperatures are between -15 °C and
-23 °C.
Power Freeze
Power Freeze speeds up the freezing process at maximum fan speed.
The freezer keeps running at full speed for 50 hours and then returns
to the previous temperature.
• To activate Power Freeze, press and hold Freezer for 3 seconds.
The corresponding indicator ( ) lights up, and the refrigerator will
speed up the freezing process for you.
• To deactivate, press and hold Freezer for 3 seconds again. The
freezer returns to the previous temperature setting.
• To freeze large amounts of food, activate Power Freeze for at least
20 hours before putting food in the freezer.
NOTE
Using Power Freeze increases power consumption. Make sure you turn
it off and return to the previous temperature if you do not intend to
use it.
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05 Ice Maker / Filter Reset (3 sec)
Ice Maker
Press Ice Maker to turn the ice maker on or off.
The ice maker has 2 indicators ( / ) to
indicate the operating status.
• When the ice maker operates, the corresponding indicator (
) turns on.
• When the ice maker is turned off, the corresponding indicator (
) turns on. In this case, ice making is disabled even
if you press the Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice buttons on the dispenser
panel. To enable ice making, you must turn the ice maker on.
• When the ice maker is off, pressing the dispenser lever for more
than 5 seconds will automatically turn on the ice maker.
• When you turn the ice maker off, you must wait at least 1 minute
before you can turn it back on.
CAUTION
If the ice bucket has been removed, you must turn the ice maker off.
NOTE
If the ice maker is turned off, it will turn on if you press and hold the
ice lever for more than 5 seconds.
Filter Reset
After about 6 months (approximately 300 gallons) of using the original
water lter, the Filter indicator turns red to remind you that the lter
needs to be replaced. The Filter indicator blinks ref for several seconds
when you open the door, reminding you that the lter needs to be
replaced. If this happens, replace the lter, and press and hold Filter
Reset for 3 seconds. The lter indicator will be reset, and the Filter
indicator turns off.
NOTE
Some regional areas have relatively large amounts of lime contained
in the water. This may reduce the lifecycle of the lter. In these areas,
you will have to replace the water lter more often than specied
above.
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06 Door Alarm
Door Alarm
You can set the alarm for a reminder. If the door is left open for more
than 2 minutes, the alarm will sound with the alarm indicator blinking.
The alarm is enabled by factory default. To disable the alarm, press
Door Alarm. To enable, press Door Alarm again.
If the door is left open for 5 minutes, internal lights (in the fridge
and freezer) will blink for 10 seconds and then turn on. This will be
repeated every minute for 5 minutes. This is to alert hearing-impaired
users that a door is open and it is normal.
07 Lock (3 sec)
Lock
(Main panel)
To prevent accidental setting changes, press and hold Lock for 3
seconds. The main panel will be disabled and the Lock indicator ( )
will turn on.
When Lock is on, the indicator blinks if any button on the main panel
is pressed.
If you press and hold the button again for more than 3 seconds, Lock
will be deactivated.
However, Lock will be reactivated if no button is pressed within 1
minute.
NOTE
Lock on the main panel does not affect the dispenser. The dispenser
operates independently and so does the dispenser lever. To lock
the dispenser and the dispenser lever, use the Lock function on the
dispenser.
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Dispenser panel (applicable models only)
01 02 03
01 Water / Lock 02 Cubed Ice
03 Crushed Ice
01 Water / Lock (3 sec)
Water
To dispense chilled water, press Water. The corresponding
indicator turns on.
Lock
(Dispenser panel /
Dispenser lever)
To prevent use of the dispenser panel buttons and the dispenser
lever, press and hold Water for more than 3 seconds.
If you press and hold the button again for more than 3 seconds,
the dispenser lock will be deactivated.
When dispenser lock is on, the indicator blinks if any button on
the dispenser panel is pressed or the dispenser lever is pressed.
NOTE
The Lock on the dispenser panel does not affect the controls
on the main panel. To lock the main panel, use the Control Lock
function on the main panel.
02 Cubed Ice
Cubed Ice
Press Cubed Ice to dispense cubed ice. The corresponding
indicator turns on.
03 Crushed Ice
Crushed Ice
Press Crushed Ice to dispense crushed ice. The corresponding
indicator turns on.
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Special features
The refrigerator features user-oriented devices that you can use to benet from.
Water/Ice dispenser (applicable models only)
Using the dispenser, you can dispense water with or without ice.
The water dispenser offers 3 options: chilled water, cubed ice, and crushed ice. To
dispense chilled water, press Water on the dispenser panel. Put a water glass under the
dispenser, and then push the dispenser lever.
To dispense water with ice
1. With the Ice Maker enabled, press
Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice to select the
ice type.
2. Put a water glass under the dispenser,
and then push the dispenser lever with
the glass. Ice will be dispensed from the
dispenser.
3. Press Water to select water.
4. Push the dispenser lever with the
glass. Water will be dispensed from the
dispenser.
NOTE
• The dispenser will stop dispensing if you keep pushing the dispenser lever for about 1
minute. To dispense more water, release and push the lever again.
• Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the dispensed water from
spilling out.
• If you do not use the water dispenser for 2-3 days, the dispensed water may have an
abnormal smell or taste. This is not a system failure. Discard the rst 1-2 glasses of
water.
Ice maker (applicable models only)
The refrigerator has a built-in ice maker that automatically dispenses ice so that you can
enjoy ltered 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 operate for at least 24 hours to ensure optimal performance.
2. Dispense the rst 4 to 6 ice cubes into a glass.
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3. Wait another 8 hours and dispense another 4 to 6 ice cubes.
4. Then, wait another 16 hours and dispense the rst glass-full of ice.
NOTE
• If you consume all the ice at once, you must wait 8 hours before dispensing the rst 4
to 6 cubes. This ensures that the ice bucket is lled with ice properly.
• Ice cubes generated rapidly may look white, which is normal.
CAUTION
Dispense the ice according to the size of the cup.
• If you dispense excessive amount, ice may fall out on the ground and cause personal
injury.
• Ice may accumulate and block the ice chute.
To ll the water tank (applicable models only)
For rst-time use, clean the inner side of
the water tank and dry well.
1. Hold both handgrips on the front of the
tank, and slide out as shown.
A B
2. Open the front lid (A) of the cover or
the entire cover (B) and ll the tank
with a max of 5 litres water.
CAUTION
Do not exceed the max line. Water
overows.
3. Reinsert the water tank and t into the
dispenser mechanism. Make sure the
front side (with the front lid) of the tank
faces to the front.
CAUTION
• Make sure the water tank ts into the shelf. Otherwise, the water tank may not operate
properly.
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• Do not use the refrigerator without inserting the water tank. This may decrease the
cooling performance.
• Fill the tank only with potable water such as mineral or puried water. Do not use
other liquid.
• Use caution when moving a lled tank. Physical injury may occur if the tank is
dropped.
• Do not try to disassemble the internal pump yourself. If the internal pump is damaged
or disconnected from the water tank, the dispenser does not operate.
For rst-time use
• Push the dispenser lever for 10 seconds to emit air from the hoses of the water supply
system.
• Discard the rst six glasses of water to remove impurities in the water supply system.
Ice making (applicable models only)
The refrigerator has a built-in ice maker that automatically dispenses ice so that you can
enjoy ltered water with cubed or crushed ice to your preference.
A B
If ice does not dispense, rst check the ice
maker if it makes ice properly.
To check the ice maker
1. Gently hold the icemaker bucket (B)
with both hands and remove it from the
ice chute (A).
2. Check the icemaker bucket if it contains
ice as appropriate.
C
3. Press the button (C) on the bottom of
the ice maker.
4. You will hear a chime if the ice maker
operates properly.
NOTE
If this symptom continues, contact the
water line installer or a local Samsung
service centre.
CAUTION
• Do not press the button repeatedly after the ice tray is lled with ice or water. Water
may overow or ice may be jammed.
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• When the refrigerator recovers power supply after a power failure, the icemaker
bucket may contain a mix of melted and jammed ice cubes, resulting in a system
failure. To prevent this, make sure to empty the icemaker bucket before using the
refrigerator.
• To prevent dropping the icemaker bucket, make sure to use both hands when removing
or reinserting the icemaker bucket.
• Do not let children hang on or play with the ice dispenser or the icemaker bucket.
Children may get hurt.
• Do not put ngers or other objects into the dispenser hole or the ice chute. This may
cause physical injury or property damage.
NOTE
• Removal of the icemaker bucket does not affect the thermal and mechanical
performance of the refrigerator.
• The declared freezer volume is measured with the freezer guide and the bottom shelf,
after removing the ice maker, upper and lower drawers.
Slim Ice making (applicable models only)
01
02
03
04
05
01 Water bin
02 Ice maker lever
03 Ice bucket
04 Ice template
05 Ice template cover
NOTE
• If you do not intend to make ice, remove the Slim Ice Maker to secure more room for
storage. In this case, you can use the ice bucket (03) as a multipurpose storage bin.
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To dispense ice manually
1. Pull up the handle of the water bin (01)
to open, and then ll the bin with water
up to the max line. Gently close the bin so
that water does not drop or leak.
CAUTION
• Do not exceed the max line. Excessive
water causes the ice to jam and not
dispense well.
• Use only potable water. Other liquids,
such as green tea or milk may not
dispense well.
• Gently close the water bin. Otherwise,
the water may drop or leak.
NOTE
• If you encounter a water leak, open the
water bin and check if the water bin’s
passage to the ice template is frozen. If
this is the case, pour lukewarm water
into the water bin up to the max line.
Let the passage melt.
• It is recommended to clean the water
bin’s passage to the ice template on a
regular basis because the passage is
likely to freeze.
2. Check if the ice freezes completely. Only
when the ice has frozen completely, pull
up the ice maker lever (02). Then, the ice
template (04) rotates and dispenses ice to
the ice bucket (03).
CAUTION
• Do not pull up the lever until the ice has
frozen completely. Half-frozen ice may
jam and damage the ice bucket.
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3. To dispense ice, slightly lift up and pull
the ice bucket.
CAUTION
• Do not pour water directly into the ice bucket for ice making. The ice bucket may
break.
• Do not leave the freezer door open. The ice in the ice bucket melts and jams.
• In case of a power failure, make sure to empty the ice bucket before making ice.
• Use only potable water.
NOTE
• The ice cubes may not dispense at once, depending on the ice state. In this case, try
pulling the lever several times.
• If the ice does not dispense because an excessive amount of water was lled, remove
the ice template and empty. If this issue continues, uninstall the Slim Ice Maker unit and
empty.
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To secure more storage space (applicable models only)
A
B
G
If you do not use the ice maker and need
more storage space, remove the icemaker
bucket (A) and ice maker cover (G). Then,
insert the Freezer guard (Optional) (B) into
the icemaker bucket’s place.
CAUTION
If the ice bucket has been removed, you
must turn the ice maker off.
C
D F
E
To secure more space, remove the upper
drawer (C), lower drawer (D), and lower
drawer cover (E). Then, insert the provided
bottom shelf (F).
NOTE
• Removing the drawers does not affect
the temperature or usage of the freezer.
• The declared freezer volume is
measured with the bottom shelf, after
removing the upper drawer, lower
drawer, and lower drawer cover.
For more space, remove the water tank
and use the space to store more items.
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Icemaker bucket
If you do not dispense ice for an extended
period, ice may form clumps inside the
bucket. If this happens, remove and empty
the icemaker bucket.
1. To remove the icemaker bucket, gently
lift it up and pull out slowly while
holding the handgrips with both hands.
2. Remove and empty the icemaker
bucket.
3. When done, turn the gear handle on the
rear of the bucket by 90°, and then put
the bucket back into position. Make sure
the bucket is inserted properly until you
hear a clicking sound.
4. Press Ice Maker to reset the ice maker.
CAUTION
• Do not apply excessive force to the
bucket cover. The cover may break.
• Do not close the door hard. Water may
spill over the ice maker.
• To prevent injury, make sure to clean
up any ice or water that has fallen on
the oor.
• To prevent accidents or injury, do
not let children play with the water
dispenser or the ice maker.
• Do not put your hand or an object into
the ice chute. This may cause physical
injury or product damage.
NOTE
• Any sound from the ice maker is normal, which outputs during the ice making process.
• While the door is open, neither the ice maker nor the water dispenser operates.
Operations
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Maintenance
Handle and care
Shelves (fridge/freezer)
Rear
1
• To remove a shelf, fully open the
corresponding door. Hold the front of
the shelf and gently lift up and slide
out.
• If the door cannot fully open, slide out
the shelf half way to the front and turn
it over to remove.
2
3
CAUTION
• The shelf must be inserted correctly. Do
not insert upside down.
• Glass containers may scratch the
surface of glass shelves.
• Do not insert a shelf in the wine
rack position. This may damage the
refrigerator. (applicable models only)
Door bins
To remove a door bin, hold the front sides
of the bin and gently lift up to remove.
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Drawers
Gently lift up the front of the drawer and
slide out.
Vegetable / Dry drawers
To remove the vegetable drawer from the
fridge or the dry drawer from the freezer.
1. First, remove surrounding multipurpose
drawers if necessary.
A
2. Gently pull out the vegetable/dry
drawer.
3. If your refrigerator is provided with a
cover (A) for the vegetable/dry drawer,
remove the cover. For this, hold the
front of the shelf and gently lift up and
slide out.
Icemaker bucket
To remove the ice maker bucket, see the Icemaker bucket section on page 55.
Maintenance
Maintenance
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Cleaning
Interior and exterior
WARNING
• Do not use benzene, thinner, or home/car detergent such as Clorox™ for cleaning
purposes. They may damage the surface of the refrigerator and cause a re.
• Do not spray water onto the refrigerator. This may cause electric shock.
• Do not put ngers or other objects into the dispenser hole.
Regularly use a dry cloth to remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the
power plug terminals and contact points.
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.
Ice / Water dispenser (applicable models only)
NOTE
For hygienic purposes, frequently clean the dispenser area.
CAUTION
When crushed ice is selected, some residual ice chips may collect in the ice chute. To
prevent this, remove the residual ice from the chute using a soft, clean cloth.
Rubber seals
If the rubber seals of a door become dirty, the door may not close properly and reducing
refrigerator performance and efciency. Use a mild detergent and damp cloth to clean the
rubber seals. Then, dry well with a cloth.
Rear panel
To keep cords and exposed parts of the
rear panel free of dirt, vacuum the panel
once or twice a year.
CAUTION
Do not remove the rear panel cover. Electric shock may occur.
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Maintenance
Replacement
Water lter (applicable models only)
CAUTION
• Do not use third-party water lters. Use only Samsung-provided or -approved lters.
• Unapproved lters may leak and damage the refrigerator, causing electric shock.
Samsung holds no responsibility for any damage that may occur from use of third
party water lters.
• The lter indicator turns red as a reminder that lets you know it is time to replace the
water lter.
1. Shut off the main water supply.
2. Connect the water supply line to the
inlet side of the lter to the end.
3. Connect the dispenser line to the outlet
side of the lter.
4. Check if there is any leak. If not, x the
lines with the clips.
5. Put the water lter into place and x it
with the clips.
6. Press and hold Filter Reset for 3
seconds to reset the lter lifecycle.
7. When replacing is complete, ush 1 litre
of water to remove impurities from the
water line.
CAUTION
When adjusting the length of the water
line tubing, make sure to smooth out the
cut surface at a right angle. This is to
prevent a water leak.
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NOTE
• A newly installed lter may cause the water dispenser to spurt water briey. This is
because air has entered the water line.
• This replacement process may involve the refrigerator to drip water onto the oor. If
this happens, wipe up with dry cloths.
Reverse osmosis water ltration system
The water pressure of the water supply system to a reverse osmosis water ltration
system must be between 206 kPa (30 psi) and 861 kPa (125 psi).
The water pressure of the reverse osmosis water ltration system to the refrigerator’s
cold water line must be at least 206 kPa (30 psi). If the water pressure is below the
specied:
• Check if the sediment lter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the lter
if necessary.
• Rell the water tank in the reverse osmosis system with water.
• If your refrigerator has a water lter, it may further reduce the water pressure when
used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water lter.
For more information or servicing, contact a licensed plumbing professional.
Ordering a new lter
To purchase a new water lter (part type: HAFEX/EXP), contact a local Samsung service
centre.
Deodorizer lter
• Put the at-head driver in the groove
on the bottom of the deodorizer lter
cover, and pry up. Replace the lter,
and then put the lter cover back.
• The recommended usage period of the
deodorizer lter is one year, and the
period may vary depending on your
usage. You can purchase the deodorizer
lter separately from the service center.
Lamps
The lamps are not user-serviceable. To replace the lamps of the refrigerator, contact a
local Samsung service centre.
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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
Symptom Possible causes Solution
Fridge/freezer does
not operate.
Fridge/freezer
temperature is warm.
• Power cord is not plugged
in properly.
• Properly plug in the power
cord.
• Temperature control is not
set correctly.
• Set the temperature lower.
• Refrigerator is located near
a heat source or direct
sunlight.
• Keep the refrigerator away
from direct sunlight or a
heat source.
• Not enough clearance
between refrigerator and
nearby walls or cabinets.
• We recommend that the gap
between the refrigerator
and nearby walls (or
cabinets) is more than
50 mm.
• The refrigerator is
overloaded. Food is
blocking the refrigerator
vents.
• Do not overload the
refrigerator. Do not allow
food to block vents.
Fridge/freezer is
over-cooling.
• Temperature control is not
set correctly.
• Set the temperature higher.
Interior wall is hot.
• Refrigerator has heat-proof
piping in the interior wall.
• To prevent condensation
from forming, the
refrigerator has heat-proof
piping in the front corners.
If the ambient temperature
rises, this equipment may
not work effectively. This is
not a system failure.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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Odour
Symptom Possible causes Solution
Refrigerator has
odours.
• Spoiled food.
• Clean the refrigerator and
remove any spoiled food.
• Food with strong odours.
• Make sure strong smelling
food is wrapped airtight.
Frost
Symptom Possible causes Solution
Frost around the
vents.
• Food is blocking the vents.
• Make sure no food blocks
the refrigerator vents.
Frost on interior
walls.
• Door is not closed properly.
• Make sure food does not
block the door. Clean the
door gasket.
Condensation
Symptom Possible causes Solution
Condensation forms
on the interior walls.
• If door is left open, moisture
enters the refrigerator.
• Remove the moisture and
do not leave a door open
for extended periods of
time.
• Food with high moisture
content.
• Make sure food is wrapped
airtight.
Water/ice (dispenser models only)
Symptom Possible causes Solution
Water ow is weaker
than normal.
• Water pressure is too low.
• Make sure the water
pressure is between
206 kPa (30 psi) to 861 kPa
(125 psi).
Ice maker makes a
buzzing sound.
• The ice maker function is
activated, but the water
supply to the refrigerator
has not been connected.
• Turn off the Ice maker.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible causes Solution
Ice maker does not
make ice.
• Ice maker has just been
installed.
• You must wait for 24 hours
for the refrigerator to make
ice.
• Freezer temperature is too
high.
• Set the freezer temperature
below -18 °C (0 °F) or -20 °C
(-4 °F) in warm ambient air.
• Dispenser panel Lock is
activated.
• Deactivate dispenser panel
Lock.
• Ice maker is off. • Turn on the ice maker.
Ice does not dispense.
• Ice may jam if the ice
dispenser is not used for a
long time (approx. 3 weeks).
• If you won't be using the
refrigerator for a long time,
empty the ice bucket and
turn off the ice maker.
• Ice bucket is not properly
inserted.
• Make sure the ice bucket is
properly inserted.
• Water line is not connected
properly or water supply is
not on.
• Check if the water line is
installed correctly. Check if
the water line stop cock is
closed.
Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible causes Solution
Water does not
dispense.
• Water line is not connected
properly or water supply is
not on.
• Check if the water line is
installed correctly. Check if
the water line stop cock is
closed.
• Dispenser panel Lock is
activated.
• Deactivate dispenser panel
Lock.
• A third-party water lter
was installed.
• Use only Samsung-provided
or approved lters.
• Unapproved lters may
leak and damage the
refrigerator.
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Troubleshooting
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 igniting. As the operation stabilizes, the sounds will decrease.
Clicking!
or Chirping!
Buzzing!
• While the fan is operating, these sounds may occur. When the refrigerator reaches the
set temperature, no fan sound will occur.
SSSRRR!
Whir!
• During a defrost cycle, water may drip on the defrost heater, causing sizzling sounds.
HiSS!
Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
• As the refrigerator cools or freezes, refrigerant gas moves through sealed pipes,
causing bubbling sounds.
Bubbling!
• 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.
Cracking!
• For ice maker models: When the water valve opens to ll the ice maker, buzzing
sounds may occur.
• Due to pressure equalizing when opening and closing the refrigerator door, whooshing
sounds may occur.
Memo
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