RF4287HA Refrigerator user manual English Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product. To receive a more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register Free Standing Appliance...
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, the fridge and freezer cool more efficiently.
Because the following instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from the refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any question, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www.samsung.com.
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• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. • Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy articles on it. • Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
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• If the product is equipped with LED Lamps, do not disassemble the Lamp Cover and LED Lamp by yourself. - Please contact your service agents. • If any dust or water is in refrigerator, pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. - Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
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• If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back. • If you have a long vacation planned or the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time, you must empty the refrigerator and pull out the power plug.
SETTIng uP yOur FrEnCH DOOr rEFrIgErATOr OPErATIng yOur FrEnCH DOOr rEFrIgErATOr TrOubLESHOOTIng WArrAnTy InFOrMATIOn 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator 09 Accessories and required tools 09 Removing the refrigerator doors 11 Disassemble the Flex door 12 Disassemble the freezer drawer 13 Reattaching the refrigerator doors 15 Assemble the Flex door...
If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When you install the refrigerator next to a fixed wall, you need a minimum clearance of 3 ¾” (95mm) between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to swing open.
Some installations require door removal to transport the refrigerator to its final location. Do not remove the door/ drawer if you don't need to. If you do not need to remove the refrigerator doors, go to Adjusting the Level on page 17.
Disassemble the refrigerator doors Be careful not to drop and scratch the doors while removing the doors. wARning Disassemble the refrigerator doors 1. With the door opened, remove the cap top table ( 1 ) with a flat-blade screwdriver(-), and close the door. Remove the 3 screws holding down the top table ( 2 ) and turn it with several wires connected.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator DiSASSEMBLE tHE FLEx DooR 1. Take out the Flex Zone ( 1 ) by lifting it up. 2. Take off the cover ( 2 ) w/harness with a flat-blade screwdriver (-). 3. Disconnect the housing connector. 4. Remove 2 hex head bolts from sides with a socket wrench (10mm) 5.
DiSASSEMBLE tHE FREEzER DRAwER 1. Take out the upper drawer by lifting it up. 2. Remove the tilting pocket ( 1 ) by pulling both support guards ( 2 ) aside. And take out both support guards by pulling them aside. 3.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator REAttAcHing tHE REFRigERAtoR DooRS Assemble the refrigerator doors 1. Re-attach the lower left and right door hinges ( 12 ). Insert the screw ( 10 ) into the lower left and right door hinges, then tighten with a Philips head screwdriver.
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4. Connect the dispenser door tube ( 5 ) and, then insert a clip on the coupler while pulling tube. Connect the connector ( 4 ) on the left side door and one connector ( 3 ) on the right side door. The clip is enveloped inside of the top cap.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator ASSEMBLE tHE FLEx DooR 1. Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet. 2. Attach the Flex door front onto the open slots on the sides. 3. Tighten 2 hex head bolts completely with a socket wrench (10mm).
6. Insert the upper drawer. Remove 2 pieces of tape ( 4 ) attached to the side of the drawer bin. Reattach the tape in the same position when moving the refrigerator to prevent scratching the drawer bin. 16_ setting up slot Slot...
Make sure the refrigerator is level so that you can make final adjustments. Use a level to test if the refigerator is level both side to side and back to front. If the refrigerator is not level, it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even, which may cause moisture condensation and increased energy bills.
MAKing MinoR ADjuStMEntS BEtwEEn DooRS Remember, a leveled refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the refrigerator. when the left door is lower than the right door. The left door is fixed. To make minor adjustments between doors, adjust only the right door.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator ADjuSting tHE FREEzER DRAwER LEVEL Adjustment part 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(+).
Under normal conditions, a 170 cc (5.75 oz.) cup can be filled in about 10 seconds. If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 20psi), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.
6. After you turn on the refrigerator, let the ice maker make ice for 1 to 2 days. Over that period of time, throw out the first 1 or 2 buckets of ice the freezer makes to ensure all impurities have been removed from the water line.
SEt uP 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.
- To reset the water filter life indicator. reset 1) Door Alarm Function If the door alarm is set to On, an alarm beeps if any refrigerator door is left open for more than three (Filter Reset) minutes. The beeping stops when you close the door. The door alarm function is pre-set to On in the factory. You can turn it off by pressing and then releasing the Alarm/Hold button.
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When you press the Power Cool button, the Power Cool icon lights up. Power Cool is useful if you need to quickly cool items or need to cool the refrigerator rapidly if it has warmed dramatically (for example, if the door was left open).
SAMSUNG Refrigerators are designed to work ONLY WITH SAMSUNG Water Filter. The Filter light turns red to let you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge.
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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.samsungparts.com removing any residual matter inside the water supply line after installing the water filter.
- If there is an communication error between the Display and Main Controller, the Convertible Display light may blink. Once the normal set temperatures are reached, the blinking will stop. If the blinking continues for a long period of time, please contact a Samsung Electronics Service Center. Recommend temp (Freezer) : -19°c Recommend temp (Fridge) : 3°c...
2. Dispense 4 to 6 ice cubes into the glass. 3. After 8, and then 16 hours, dispense a full glass of ice. • When you press the Test button, you will hear the refrigerator chime (ding-dong). When the chime sounds, release the Test button.
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- It may cause injury. Do not try to disassemble the ice maker. Do not wash or spray the ice bucket with water while it is in the refrigerator. Remove it to clean it. Water clouding phenomenon All water provided to the refrigerator flows through the core filter which is an alkaline water filter. In the...
PARtS AnD FEAtuRES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the refrigerator. interlocking switch FF ice-Maker Dis Door Bins Slide-Shelf cap chute Vertical Hinged Section Mid Door Bins Vegetable & Fruit Drawers water Filter...
StoRing FooD in tHE REFRigERAtoR Your Samsung Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum space saving features and functions. Here are some of the customized compartments we have created to keep your food fresher longer. To more thoroughly prevent odor from seeping into the ice compartment, wrap stored food securely and make food containers as airtight as possible.
• Each time you press the Temp button, you change the mode in this order: Meat/Fish mode (-1°C), Cold Drinks mode (1°C), Deli/ Snack (3°C), Wine/Party Dishes (5°C) mode. Initially, the Cold Drinks mode is selected. The refrigerator will adjust the temperature in the Flex Zone automatically to the temperature you selected.
Operating your French Door Refrigerator REMoVing tHE REFRigERAtoR AccESSoRiES 1. D oor bins & Dairy Compartment To remove - Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out. To relocate - Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops.
Ensure that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed. When the refrigerator door is only partially open, it will automatically close. But, the door will stay open when opened more than the auto close range and you must close it manually.
( 2 ). Do not allow babies or children go inside the freezer drawer. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure cAution themselves. Do not sit on the freezer door. The door may break.
Do not return unused portions to original container. Not recommended Not recommended Check date code. Keep covered. 2 Months Check date code. Store eggs in coldest part of refrigerator and in their Not recommended original container. Not recommended Store in covered container...
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3 Months 6-12 Months 3-4 Months 6-12 Months Check date code for use. Store in coldest part of refrigerator in original 1-2 Months packaging. Package in moisture-proof and vapor-proof container for freezing. Recommended refrigerator temperature 33ºF to 36ºF and 1-2 Months freezer temperature 0ºF to 2ºF...
REFRigERAtoR Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep the refrigerator free of odor and germs. 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.
• Is the temperature in the room too low? Set the refrigerator warmer. • Did you store the food which is juicy in the coldest part of the refrigerator? Try moving those items to the other shelves in fridge instead of keeping them in the colder areas or bins.
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All warranty repairs or part replacements must be performed by a SECA Authorized Service Center. (To find the nearest SECA Service Center, call 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) or visit our web site at www. samsung.com/ca) obligation to the original owner The original dated sales receipt must be retained by the customer and is the only acceptable proof of purchase.