Page 2 - features of your new refrigerator; KEy fEaturEs of your nEw rEfrigErator
2_ features features of your new refrigerator KEy fEaturEs of your nEw rEfrigErator Your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator comes equipped with many space-saving, innovative storage and energy-efficient features. • HiDDEn HingEs & Door s/w Slick-covered hidden hinges & door s/w helps Neat &am...
Page 3 - safety information; safEty inforMation; CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED
safety information _3 safety information safEty inforMation • Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference. • Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from ...
Page 4 - sEVErE warning signs
4_ safety information safety information • In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used. • Never start up an appliance showing any signs ...
Page 5 - Caution signs
safety information _5 • The refrigerator must be grounded. - You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from the refrigerator. • Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightening rods as ground. - Improper use of the g...
Page 6 - Caution signs for CLEaning; warning signs for DisPosaL
6_ safety information safety information Caution signs for CLEaning • Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance. - Any sharp edges may cause personal injury. • Never put fingers or other objects into the dispenser hole and ice chute. - It may cause personal injury or material...
Page 7 - aDDitionaL tiPs for ProPEr usagE
safety information _7 safety information aDDitionaL tiPs for ProPEr usagE • Allow the appliance to stand for 2hours after installation.• To get best performance of product, - Do not place foods too closely in front of the vents at the rear of the appliance as it can obstruct free air circulation in ...
Page 8 - rEfrigErator
sEtting uP your siDE-By-siDE rEfrigErator 9 9 Getting ready to install the refrigerator 10 Removing the refrigerator doors13 Reattaching the refrigerator doors16 Leveling the refrigerator sEtting uP your siDE-By-siDE rEfrigErator 17 17 Making minor adjustments to the doors18 Checking the water dispe...
Page 9 - refrigerator; gEtting rEaDy to instaLL tHE rEfrigErator; Selecting the best location for the refrigerator
setting up _9 01 s E tting u P 25mm 25mm at least 50mm at least 50mm setting up your side-by-side refrigerator gEtting rEaDy to instaLL tHE rEfrigErator Congratulations on the purchase of your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator. We hope you will enjoy the many state-of-the-art features and efficienci...
Page 10 - rEMoVing tHE rEfrigErator Doors; Removing the Front Leg Cover
10_ setting up rEMoVing tHE rEfrigErator Doors If your entrance won’t allow the refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors. 1. Removing the Front Leg Cover First, open both the freezer and refrigerator doors, and then take off the front leg cover byturning the three screws coun...
Page 11 - Removing the freezer door
setting up _11 01 s E tting u P 3 4 5 2 1 setting up your side-by-side refrigerator 2. Removing the freezer door A few things to mention first. • Make sure that you lift the door straight up so the hinges are not bent or broken.• Be car eful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harness on the door...
Page 12 - Removing the Fridge Door
12_ setting up 3. Remove the door from the lower hinge 5 by lifting the door straight up 6 . Removing the Fridge Door 1. With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover 1 using a screwdriver. 2. Remove hinge screws 2 and the ground screw 3 by turning counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hing...
Page 13 - rEattaCHing tHE rEfrigErator Doors; Reattaching the Freezer Door
setting up _13 01 s E tting u P setting up your side-by-side refrigerator rEattaCHing tHE rEfrigErator Doors Once you have safely placed your refrigerator where you plan for it to stay, it is time to put the doors back on. Reattaching the Freezer Door 1. Replace the freezer door by inserting the wat...
Page 14 - Reattaching the Fridge Door
14_ setting up Reattaching the Fridge Door 1. Insert the lower hinge 1 back into the lower hinge bracket 2 . 2. Fit the hole in the corner of the fridge door 3 over the lower hinge 4 . 3. Insert the upper hinge shaft 5 into the hole on the hinge 6 . Make sure the hinge is level between the upper hin...
Page 15 - Reattaching the Water Supply Line; Reattaching the Front Leg Cover; tting
setting up _15 setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Reattaching the Water Supply Line 1. Insert the water line 1 into the coupler 2 . Reattaching the Front Leg Cover Before attaching the cover, check water connector for leakage.Replace the front leg cover by turning the three screws clockwise, ...
Page 16 - LEVELing tHE rEfrigErator; When the Freezer door is lower than the fridge
16_ setting up screw Driver Leg Leg screw Driver LEVELing tHE rEfrigErator Now that the doors are back on the refrigerator, you will want to make sure the refrigerator is level so you can then make final adjustments. If the refrigerator is not level, it will not be possible to get the doors perfectl...
Page 17 - MaKing Minor aDJustMEnts to tHE Doors
setting up _17 01 s E tting u P In the case of the process to correct the imbalance is the same. Open the doors and adjust them, one at a time, as follows: 1. Unscrew the nut 1 from the lower hinge until it reaches the upper end of the bolt 2 . When you release the nut 1 , make sure that you use the...
Page 18 - CHECKing tHE watEr DisPEnsEr LinE (oPtionaL); Connecting to the water supply line
18_ setting up 3. After adjusting the doors, turn the nut 1 clockwise until it reaches the lower end of the bolt, then tighten the bolt again with the wrench 3 to fix the nut in place 1 . If you do not secure the nut firmly, the bolt may release. Close Main Water pipe Close Main Water pipe No gap 3 ...
Page 19 - Connecting the water line to the refrigerator; Before being used, the leakage in these places should be examined; Installing the water filter.
CAUTION 01 s E tting u P setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Connecting the water line to the refrigerator 1. Remove the cap from water line on the unit and insert compression nut to the water line on the unit after disassembling from provided water line. 2. Connect both water line from the un...
Page 20 - instaLLing tHE watEr DisPEnsEr LinE; select the location where the purifier is; Replacement Instructions
20_ setting up instaLLing tHE watEr DisPEnsEr LinE For Exterior modelParts for water line Installation Connecting to the water supply line Connect the water pipe with coupler and tap. 1. Close the main water tap. 2. Connect coupler “A” to the tap. CAUTION The water line must be connected to the cold...
Page 21 - Secure the water line.; Connect the water line to the refrigerator.; Secure the purifier in position.
setting up _21 01 s E tting u P setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Remove any residual matter inside the purifier. (Model with the purifier) - Open the main water tap to check whether water is running through the water tube on the water inlet side of the purifier. - If water does not come out...
Page 22 - Check the amount of water supplied to the ice tray. (Optional)
Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing filter. 1. Turn ON the main water supply & turn OFF the valve to the water supply line. 2. Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear (approx. 1L). This will clean the water supply system and remove air fr...
Page 23 - operating the SAMSUNG; sEtting uP tHE rEfrigErator
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator sEtting uP tHE rEfrigErator Now that you have your new refrigerator installed and in place, you are ready to set up and enjoy the full features and functions of the appliance.By completing the following steps, your refrigerator should be fully operatio...
Page 24 - oPErating tHE rEfrigErator; USINg THE CONTROL PANEL
24_ operating oPErating tHE rEfrigErator USINg THE CONTROL PANEL poWER FREEZE BUTTON Speeds up the time needed to freeze products in the freezer. This can be helpful if you need to quickly freeze items that spoil easily or if the temperature in the freezer has warmed dramatically (For example, if th...
Page 25 - using tHE DigitaL DisPLay; Power Freeze
operating _25 operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator using tHE DigitaL DisPLay “88” segment on Freezer part indicates the current Freezer temperature. “88” segment on Fridge part indicates the current Fridge temperature. “Quick Cool”, “thaw”, “soft freeze” and “0 Zone” indicates the status ...
Page 26 - Filter Indicator; Child Lock; Cubed Ice, Crushed Ice and turnning the Ice maker off.; ControLLing tHE tEMPEraturE; CONTROLLING THE FREEZER TEMPERATURE; CONTROLLING THE FRIDGE TEMPERATURE
26_ operating Filter Indicator When the filter indicator light is on, it is time to change the filter. Typically this happens about every 6 months.After removing the old water filter and installing a new one (see page 38 for instructions on how to do this), reset the indicator status light by pressi...
Page 27 - No Ice; using tHE iCE anD CoLD watEr DisPEnsEr; Dispensing ice; Using the Water Dispenser
operating _27 No Ice Select this if you want to turn off the icemaker push operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator using tHE iCE anD CoLD watEr DisPEnsEr Press the Ice Type button to select the type of ice you want Ice is made in cubes. When you select “Crushed”, the icemaker grinds the ice ...
Page 28 - sHELVEs anD Bins
28_ operating Ice Maker Bucket (Optional) Door Bins Ice Chute (Optional) Lamp Cover Glass Shelves Plastic Shelf Drawers Front Leg Cover sHELVEs anD Bins Freezer Vegetable &Fruit Drawers Dairy Bin Z Shelf(Optional) Water Filter (Optional) Lamp Cover Glass Shelf Door Bins CoolSelect Zone Drawer(Op...
Page 29 - storing fooD; Storing Food in the Freezer
operating _29 1 2 3 4 12 5 11 6 9 10 13 8 7 operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator storing fooD Storing Food in the Freezer The Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum spacesaving features and functions. Here are some of the customized compartments we...
Page 30 - Storing Food in the Fridge
30_ operating Storing Food in the Freezer ICE CHUTE(opTIoNaL) Do not put your fingers, hands or any other objects in the icechute or the ice maker bucket. This may result in personal injuryor material damage. SHELVES Can be used to store all types of frozen food. DooR BINS Can be used for small pack...
Page 31 - using tHE CooLsELECt ZonETM DrawEr (oPtionaL); Quick Cool
operating _31 operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator using tHE CooLsELECt ZonE™ DrawEr (oPtionaL) Quick Cool • You can use the Quick Cool feature with the CoolSelect Zone TM . • “Quick Cool” allows 1~3 canned beverages to cool within 60 min. • To cancel this function, press the “Quick Cool”...
Page 32 - Cool
32_ operating Zero Zone (0ºC) • When “Zero Zone” is chosen, the temperature of the CoolSelect Zone TM Drawer is kept at 0 ºC regardless of the set refrigerator temperature. • “Zero Zone” temperature helps keep meat or fish fresh longer. Cool • When “Cool” is chosen, the temperature will be the same ...
Page 33 - rEMoVing tHE frEEZEr aCCEssoriEs
02 o PErating operating _33 operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator rEMoVing tHE frEEZEr aCCEssoriEs Cleaning and rearranging the interior of the freezer is a snap. 1. Remove the glass shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and remove it. 2. Remove the d...
Page 34 - rEMoVing tHE friDgE aCCEssoriEs
34_ operating rEMoVing tHE friDgE aCCEssoriEs 1. Remove the spill Proof Glass Shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and gently remove it. 2. Remove the Vegetable & Fruit Drawer by pressing on the indentations found on the inside left and right sides of the ...
Page 35 - CLEaning tHE rEfrigErator; Cleaning the Interior
operating _35 02 o PErating operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator WARNING CLEaning tHE rEfrigErator Caring for your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ-free. Cleaning the Interior Clean the inside walls and accessories with ...
Page 36 - Cleaning behind the Refrigerator
36_ operating Cartridge Cleaning the Deodorizer (Optional) To clean the twin deodorizer, remove the cover with a flat blade screwdriver. Remove the deodorizer cartridge from the cover and soak it in clean, warm water for at least 4 hours. Then, allow the cartridge to dry completely before replacing ...
Page 37 - CHanging tHE intErior LigHts; Changing the Interior Lights in the Refrigerator
operating _37 02 o PErating operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator CHanging tHE intErior LigHts Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior light of the refrigerator. - Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock. If you experience difficulty when changing the light,...
Page 38 - Changing the Interior Lights in the Freezer; CHanging tHE watEr fiLtEr
38_ operating 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 Align the indication mark with lock position Cover filter Sticker (month indicator) Changing the Interior Lights in the Freezer The freezer light is located in the bottom of the auger motor case. 1. Lift the lamp cover up and pull out with 2 hands in the direction of ar...
Page 39 - Ordering replacement filters; using tHE Doors
operating _39 02 o PErating operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator 6. Once you have completed this process, hold the Ice Type button for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule. 7. Lastly, Dispense 1L of water through water dispenser and throw away. Make sure that water flows clearly again b...
Page 40 - troubleshooting
pRoBLEM SoLUTIoN the refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently. • Check that the power plug is properly connected. • Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature? Try setting it to a lower temperature. • Is the refrigerator in direct sunlig...
Page 41 - circuit diagram
circuit diagram RS21HF(D)*** / RS23HF(D)**** RS21HK(J)*** / RS23HK(J)*** DA99-02028A(HM09')-EN(0.0).indd 41 2009.6.10 5:8:57 PM
Page 43 - memo
memo DA99-02028A(HM09')-EN(0.0).indd 43 2009.6.10 5:8:58 PM
Page 44 - Correct Disposal of This Product; English
Code No. DA99-02028A REV(0.0) Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other Eur...