RFG297AC* Refrigerator user manual English imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register...
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 Refrigerator and Freezer have separate evaporators. Due to this independent cooling system, the Freezer and Refrigerator cool more efficiently.
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. Because the following instruction covers various models, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual.
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• Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. If it is necessary to use an extension cord to power the Refrigerator, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade ground plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
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CAution siGns use good judgment when filling the Refrigerator with food and drinks. • In an overfull Refrigerator, heavy, fragile, bulky or breakable items may fall out and cause personal injury and/or damage to surrounding objects. Do not put bottles or glass containers in the Freezer drawer.
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• Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open to keep odor and mold from developing. Service warranty and Modification • Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not covered under Samsung warranty service, nor can Samsung be responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications. Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators. Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or Freezer, make sure that you;...
Contents SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator 09 Removing the refrigerator doors 11 Disassemble the Freezer Drawer 12 Reattaching the refrigerator doors 14 Assemble the Freezer Drawer 15 Adjusting the doors 16 Making minor adjustments between doors...
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 • A location with easy access to the water supply.
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.
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Setting up your French Door Refrigerator 2. Disconnect two connectors ( ) at each side of the top cap and the one connector( left side door. Remove the tube ( pressing the dark gray color part ( water line coupler.
DisAssEMBLE tHE FREEzER DRAwER 1. Push the upper drawer in completely. 2. Remove the tilting pocket( ) by pulling on both brackets( upward at the same time. 3. Take out the lower basket( ) by lifting the basket up from rail system.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator REAttACHinG tHE REFRiGERAtoR DooRs Assemble the Refrigerator doors 1. Reattach the lower left and right door hinges( With a Philips head screwdriver, insert and tighten the 2 screws ( ) into the lower left and right door hinges.
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REAttACHinG tHE REFRiGERAtoR DooRs 4. Connect the water line ( ) and then insert a clip on the coupler with pulling tube. Connect the one connector( ) on left side door and two connectors ) at each side of the top cap.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator AssEMBLE tHE FREEzER DRAwER 1. Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet. 2. Attach the freezer door front onto the open slots on the sides. 3. Tighten four 10mm hex-head screws completely.
ADJustinG tHE DooRs Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator, you want to 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.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator MAKinG MinoR ADJustMEnts BEtwEEn DooRs Remember a level 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.
ADJustinG tHE FREEzER DRAwER LEVEL Adjustment part 1. Locate the height-adjuster ( Unscrew the four Phillips screws ( 2. Loosen the controller screw( 3. Find the best level to align the door slope. After adjustment, first tighten screw (3) and then screw(2). ) in the freezer drawer.
CHECKinG tHE wAtER DisPEnsER LinE A water dispenser is one of the helpful features on your new Samsung Refrigerator. To help promote better health, the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles from your water. However, it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms.
LinE Connecting the water 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. 1/4” compression nut...
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3. Additional flushing may be required in some households. 4. Open the Refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter. Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly or water may from it.
Press and hold the Fridge/Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds, to speed up the time needed to cool products in the Power Cool Button Refrigerator. It can be helpful if you need to quickly cool easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the fridge has warmed dramatically (For example, if the door was left open).
This function is for store display refrigerators. It is not for customer use. In Cooling Off Mode, the refrigerator works but doesn’t make cool air. To cancel this mode, press the Power Freeze and Freezer buttons at the same time for 3 seconds until a “Ding-dong” sound is heard CAUTION and the unit will now cool.
- If communication between Display and Main Controller errors, Pantry Display light may blink. Once the communication return to their normal set temperatures, the blinking will stop. If the blinking continues for a long period of time, please contact to Samsung Electronics Service Center. Operating _23...
‘ICE CUBED’ or ‘CRUSHED’ function CAution ON to get new ice faster after replacing the ice bucket in the refrigerator. Whenever all ice is used at one time, the above step 3 and4 must be repeated (before dispense the first 4 to 6 ice cubes, it needs waiting 8 hours).
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 installed a new water filter,Flush 3 gallons through filter before use (flush approximately 6 minutes). Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator wherever it appears PARts AnD FEAtuREs Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator. Ice-Maker Foldable-Shelf Slide-Shelf Vertical Hinged Section Vegetable & Fruit Drawers Tilting Pocket When closing the door, make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid scratching the other door.
FooD in tHE REFRiGERAtoR The Samsung French Door 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. In order to further prevent odor from seeping into the ice compartment, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator usinG tHE CooL sELECt PAntRy™ The Cool Select Pantry™ is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control. This pantry can be used for large party trays, deli items, pizza, beverages or miscellaneous items. There is a temperature control which can adjust the amount of cold air allowed into the pantry.
REMoVinG tHE REFRiGERAtoR ACCEssoRiEs 1. Door 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. Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly assembled.
DooRs The Refrigerator doors ensure that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed. When the Refrigerator door is only partially open, it will automatically close. The door will stay open when opened more than 3 Inches.
- Hook the top corners of divider( 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.
CLEAninG tHE 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.
CHAnGinG tHE intERioR LiGHts Do not disassemble or replace the LED type Lighting. To change the LED Type Lighting contact Samsung service center or your authorised Samsung dealer. CAution If Users randomly exchange the LED lamp by yourself, this may result in electric shock or personal injury.
Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator CHAnGinG tHE wAtER FiLtER To reduce risk of water damage to your property DO NOT use generic brands of water filters in your SAMSUNG Refrigerator. USE ONLY SAMSUNG BRAND WATER FILTERS. WARNING SAMSUNG will not be legally responsible for any damage, including, but not limited to property damage caused by water leakage from use of a generic water filter.
Try setting it to a lower temperature. • Is the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source? • Is the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from circulating? • Is the temperature control on the display set to the correct temperature? Try setting it to a warmer temperature.
In case the need for servicing arises Do not hesitate to call any samsung Authorized service Center nearby giving them your name, address and telephone number when your product is not functionning properly. Warranty Information Limited warranty for original Purchaser This Samsung product is warranted by Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc.