Page 2 - Features of your new Refrigerator; KEy FEatuREs oF youR nEw REFRiGERatoR; The Cool Select pantry; is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control.; Model #
Features of your new Refrigerator KEy FEatuREs oF youR nEw REFRiGERatoR Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient features. • twin Cooling system The fridge and freezer have separate evaporators. Due to this independent cooling system, ...
Page 3 - Safety Information; saFEty inFoRMation; important safety symbols and precautions:; minor personal injury or property; sEVERE waRninG siGns FoR instaLLation; heaters or other appliance.
Safety Information _3 Safety Information saFEty inFoRMation Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers. This appliance is not intend...
Page 4 - - There is a risk of electric shock of fire.; Caution siGns FoR instaLLation
4_ Safety Information Safety Information • 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 ...
Page 5 - sEVERE waRninG siGns FoR usinG; - Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.; - Otherwise there is a risk of fire; Caution siGns FoR usinG
Safety Information _5 sEVERE waRninG siGns FoR usinG • Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance. - Any sharp edges may cause personal injury. • Do not let children step on drawer’s cover. - The drawer may break and cause them to slip. • Do not overfill the refrigerator with ...
Page 6 - samsung Electronics service center.; Caution siGns FoR CLEaninG; - There is a risk of fire or electric shock.; sEVERE waRninG siGns FoR DisPosaL; small children or animals cannot become trapped inside.
6_ Safety Information Safety Information • When the refrigerator gets wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact your samsung Electronics service center. • Service warranty and Modification. - Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not covered unde...
Page 7 - 2 Troubleshooting
Contents SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 08 OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 21 TROUBLESHOOTING 42 WARRANTY 43 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator09 Setting up the refrigerator09 Removing the refrigerator doors11 Disassemble the freezer drawer12 Reattaching the refrigerator ...
Page 8 - Setting up your French Door Refrigerator; GEttinG REaDy to instaLL tHE REFRiGERatoR; Selecting the best location for the refrigerator; • A location with easy access to the water supply.; and wall to allow the door to swing open.; When moving your refrigerator; FLooRinG
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator GEttinG REaDy to instaLL tHE REFRiGERatoR Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung French Door Refrigerator. We hope you enjoy the state-of-art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers. Selecting the best location for the refrigerator •...
Page 9 - sEttinG uP tHE REFRiGERatoR; chilled and the motor will run smoothly.; Disassemble the refrigerator doors; REMoVinG tHE REFRiGERatoR DooRs
Setting Up _9 01 s E ttin G u P 2 1 sEttinG uP tHE REFRiGERatoR 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. 1. Place the re...
Page 11 - Lift up the freezer door from the rails.; DisassEMBLE tHE FREEzER DRawER
Setting Up _11 01 s E ttin G u P 4. Remove 4 hex head bolts from both sides with a socket wrench ( 10mm) . 5. Lift up the freezer door from the rails. 2. Remove the tilting pocket ( 1 ) by pulling both support guards ( 2 ) upward at the same time. 3. Take out the lower basket ( 3 ) by lifting the ba...
Page 12 - assemble the refrigerator doors; REattaCHinG tHE REFRiGERatoR DooRs
12_ Setting Up 3. Insert the upper hinges ( 9 ) into the holes at the top of the doors. Insert and tighten the 3 hex head bolts ( 7 ) into the upper left and right door hinges with a socket wrench (10mm). Insert and tighten the ground screw ( 8 ) into the upper left and right door hinges with a phil...
Page 13 - ) on the left side door and two; coupler
Setting Up _13 01 s E ttin G u P 5. Position the top table ( 2 ) in place. Insert and tighten the 3 screws into the top table with a philips screw driver(+). After door opened, reinsert the cap top table ( 1 ) and close the doors. When reattaching the top table, make sure that thewires are not press...
Page 14 - assEMBLE tHE FREEzER DRawER; Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet.; Attach the freezer door front onto the open slots on the sides.
14_ setting up assEMBLE tHE FREEzER DRawER Setting up your French Door Refrigerator 1. Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet. 7 8 5. Hook the ends of the tilting pocket ( 7 ) onto the brackets and push down until they are locked into place. 6. Insert the upper drawer. Slot Slot 2. Att...
Page 15 - aDJustinG tHE DooRs
setting up _15 01 s E ttin G u P aDJustinG tHE DooRs After putting the doors back on the refrigerator, make sure the refrigerator is level so that you can make final adjustments.If the Refrigerator is not level, it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even, which may cause moisture conden...
Page 16 - MaKinG MinoR aDJustMEnts BEtwEEn DooRs; Please adjust the height by turning the hex wrench (; After adjusting the doors, please insert the supplied fastener (
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator MaKinG MinoR aDJustMEnts BEtwEEn DooRs Remember a leveled refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly flush. If you need help, review theprevious section on leveling the refrigerator. When the left door is lower than the right door. When the lef...
Page 17 - aDJustinG tHE FREEzER DRawER LEVEL
Setting Up _17 01 s E ttin G u P aDJustinG tHE FREEzER DRawER LEVEL 1. Locate the height-adjuster ( 1 ) in the freezer drawer. Unscrew the 8 Phillips screws ( 2 ) slightly to loosen the door. 2. Loosen the controller screw ( 3 ) with a Phillips screwdriver(+). 3. Find the best level to align the doo...
Page 18 - CHECKinG tHE watER DisPEnsER LinE; lever until the water runs from the water outlet.; Connecting to the water supply line
18_ Setting Up Setting up your French Door Refrigerator CHECKinG tHE watER DisPEnsER LinE A water dispenser is one of the helpful features on your new refrigerator. To help promote betterhealth, the water filter removes unwanted particles from your water. However, it does not sterilize or destroy mi...
Page 19 - instaLLinG tHE watER LinE; Connecting the water supply line to the refrigerator.; Installing the water filter.; Household water supply line; Refrigerator
01 s E ttin G u P Setting Up _19 instaLLinG tHE watER 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. 2 3 Indicator sticker (month indicator)...
Page 20 - Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line
20_ Setting Up Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing the water filter. 1. Turn on the main water supply & turn on the valve to the water supply line.2. Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear (approx. 6-7minutes). This will clean the water ...
Page 21 - Operating your French Door Refigerator; usinG tHE ContRoL PanEL
Operating _21 02 o PER atinG Operating your French Door Refigerator (RFG237 MODEL) usinG tHE ContRoL PanEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 Press the Energy Saver button for better energy efficiency. If water drops appear on the doors, turn the Energy Saver function off. ( 1 ) Energy saver ( 2 ) Freezer/hold 3 sec f...
Page 22 - Operating your French Door; usinG tHE DiGitaL DisPLay; Freezer Temp; ) indicates the current freezer temperature.; Fridge Temp; ) indicates the current refrigerator temperature.; Power Freeze
22_ Operating Operating your French Door Refrigerator usinG tHE DiGitaL DisPLay Freezer Temp ( 1 ) indicates the current freezer temperature. Fridge Temp ( 2 ) indicates the current refrigerator temperature. If you do not press any button, freezer & fridge temperature indicator will turn off in ...
Page 23 - ContRoLLinG tHE tEMPERatuRE; Freezer/ Hold 3 sec for Power Freezer
Operating _23 02 o PER atinG ice off This icon will light up when you press the “Ice Off” button. In this case, the ice will not be produced. Energy saver This icon will light up when you press the Energy saver button. The Energy Saver function is automatically set to “ON” when power is supplied to ...
Page 24 - Controlling the fridge temperature; Power Cool; usinG tHE CoLD watER DisPEnsER; Press the Ice / Water button to select the type of you want
24_ Operating Operating your French Door Refigerator (RFG237 MODEL) ContRoLLinG tHE tEMPERatuRE Controlling the fridge temperature The fridge temperature can be set between 46°F and 34°F to suit your particular needs. Press the fridge button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the t...
Page 25 - using the ice Dispenser; ice from bouncing out.; using the ice off Function; not using the ice dispenser, the ice cubes may clump together.
Operating _25 02 o PER atinG PUSH using the ice Dispenser Place a glass underneath the ice dispenser and push gently against the dispenser lever with your glass. Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the ice from bouncing out. If you use all the ice at once, steps 3 and 4 abov...
Page 27 - usinG tHE DiGitaL DisPLaRy
Operating _27 02 o PER atinG Operating your French Door Refigerator (RFG238 MODEL) usinG tHE DiGitaL DisPLaRy Freezer Temp ( 1 ) indicates the current freezer temperature. Fridge Temp ( 2 ) indicates the current refrigerator temperature. If you do not press any button, freezer & fridge temperatu...
Page 29 - Press the ice type or water button to select the type of you want
Operating _29 02 o PER atinG Operating your French Door Refigerator (RFG238 MODEL) using the ice Dispenser Place a glass underneath the ice dispenser and push gently against the dispenser lever with your glass. Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the ice from bouncing out. C...
Page 30 - using the water dispenser
30_ Operating Caution using the water dispenser Place a glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the water dispenser lever with your glass. Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out. If you have just installed the refrigerator or insta...
Page 31 - PaRts anD FEatuREs
Operating _31 Operating your French Door Refrigerator PaRts anD FEatuREs 02 o PER atinG Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the refrigerator. When closing the door, make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid scratching the other door. I...
Page 32 - stoRinG FooD in tHE FRiDGE; stoRinG FooD in tHE FREEzER DRawER
32_ Operating stoRinG FooD in tHE FRiDGE Do not place any large articles of food under the lamp in the fridge. An air sensor is located near the lamp and if the sensor is blocked, your fridge may become too cold. Please place vegetable and fruits in the vegetable and fruit drawers to avoid freezing ...
Page 33 - • Press the button you want.; temperature; selection Button; Deli; usinG tHE CooL sELECt PantRy
Operating _33 02 o PER atinG The Cool Select Pantry PLUS is a full-width drawer with an adjustable temperature control. This pantry can be used for large party trays, deli items, pizzas, beverages or miscellaneous items.There is a temperature sensor which can adjust the amount ofcold air allowed int...
Page 34 - REMoVinG tHE REFRiGERatoR aCCEssoRiEs; tempered Glass shelves
34_ Operating REMoVinG tHE REFRiGERatoR aCCEssoRiEs 2 1 2. tempered Glass shelves To remove - Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction shown ( 1 ) and lift it up vertically ( 2 ) . Pull the shelf out. To relocate - Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a d...
Page 35 - usinG tHE tiLtinG PoCKEt; Cool select Pantry
Operating _35 02 o PER atinG To remove the divider - Pull the pantry completely out to full extension and raise the front side of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry, then lift the divider out. To relocate the divider - Hook the back of the divider over the rear wall of the pan...
Page 36 - REMoVinG tHE FREEzER aCCEssoRiEs; super Extended Drawer; to remove the freezer drawer
36_ Operating REMoVinG tHE FREEzER aCCEssoRiEs 1. tilting Pocket To remove - Pull both brackets ( 1 ) upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the pocket To relocate- Hook the ends of the pocket into both brackets ( 1 ) and push down until it locks into place. 1 2. iCE BuCKEt To remove - Li...
Page 37 - FooD stoRaGE tiPs; Foods
Operating _37 02 o PER atinG Operating your French Door Refrigerator FooD stoRaGE tiPs Foods Fridge Freezer storage tips DAIRY PRODUCTSButter 2-3 Weeks 6-9 Months Wrap or cover tightly. Milk 1-2 Weeks Not recommended Check date code. Most milk and similar products are sold in date-coded cartons that...
Page 39 - Cleaning the interior; Do not spray water directly or not use a wet or damp cloth.; Cleaning the Ice / Water Dispenser; CLEaninG tHE REFRiGERatoR; keep the refrigerator free of odor and germs.
Operating _39 02 o PER atinG 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 drawers and shelves before putting them back into place. Cle...
Page 40 - Cleaning the Rubber door seals; REPLaCinG tHE intERioR LiGHt; For LED lamp, please contact service engineer to replace it.
40_ Operating Operating your French Door Refrigerator 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 door seals free of dust or stain by cleaning the doors with a mild detergent and damp...
Page 41 - ordering a Replacement water Filter; Alarm / Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset; CHanGinG tHE watER FiLtER; freshest, cleanest water from your refrigerator.
Operating _41 02 o PER atinG ordering a Replacement water Filter For a replacement water filter, you can visit your local home improvement center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor.Be sure the replacement water filter has the SAMSUNG logo on the box and on the water filter. Link: http://www.sa...
Page 42 - PRoBLEM; Troubleshooting
42_ Troubleshooting PRoBLEM soLution The refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently. • Check that the power plug is properly connected. • Check the set temperature on the digital display is warmer than the freezer or fridge inner temperature. • Set the refrigerator colder. •...
Page 43 - Warranty; watER FiLtER CHaRt; Performance Data Sheet For Samsung Model DA97-06317A; * Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts
Water Filter Chart _43 Warranty 03 w a RRanty watER FiLtER CHaRt Performance Data Sheet For Samsung Model DA97-06317A Using Replacement Cartridge DA29-00003G This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of the substances listedbelow. The concentration of th...
Page 44 - watER FiLtER CERtiFiCation
44_ Water Filter Certification watER FiLtER CERtiFiCation
Page 45 - waRRanty on saMsunG REFRiGERatoR; LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER
Warranty _45 Warranty waRRanty on saMsunG REFRiGERatoR LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This Samsung brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (Samsung) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by Samsung a...
Page 46 - To obtain warranty service, please contact Samsung at:
46_ Warranty THERE ARE NO ExPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER ExPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE ExPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ...
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Page 50 - QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE U.S 800-SAMSUNG (800-726-7864) www.samsung.com Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 CANADA 800-SAMSUNG (800-726-7864) www.samsung.com/ca Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Customer Service, 55 Stan...
