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RB3*T*/RL3*T*/RB3*A*/RL3*A*/RB3*B*/RL3*B*
SEUK / SAPL
Free Standing Appliance
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2022-08-30
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  • Page 1 Refrigerator User manual RB3*T*/RL3*T*/RB3*A*/RL3*A*/RB3*B*/RL3*B* SEUK / SAPL Free Standing Appliance Untitled-2 1 2022-08-30 11:33:40...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information What you need to know about the safety instructions Important safety symbols and precautions: Important safety precautions Severe warning signs for transportation and site Critical installation warnings Installation cautions Critical usage warnings Usage cautions Cleaning cautions Critical disposal warnings Additional tips for proper usage Instructions about the WEEE Installation...
  • Page 3 Open Source Announcement English Untitled-2 3 2022-08-30 11:33:40...

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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 efficiently. What you need to know about the safety instructions •...
  • Page 5 • Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer. The room must be 1 m 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 identification plate inside the appliance.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Symbols And Precautions

    Safety information - If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance. Important safety symbols and precautions: Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This manual uses the following safety symbols.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Precautions

    Important safety precautions Warning; Risk of fire / flammable 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. •...
  • Page 8 • 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.
  • Page 9 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 efficiency.

  • Page 10: Severe Warning Signs For Transportation And Site

    Safety information This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - bed and breakfast type environments;...

  • Page 11: Critical Installation Warnings

    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 fire. • Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from stoves, room heaters, or other appliances.
  • Page 12 Safety information • When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord. - This may result in an electric shock or fire. • Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
  • Page 13 • 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 fire. • 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.

  • Page 14: Installation Cautions

    Safety information • 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, fire, explosion, or problems with the product.

  • Page 15: Critical Usage Warnings

    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.
  • Page 16 - 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.
  • Page 17 • Do not overfill 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, fire, or problems with the product.
  • Page 18 Safety information • 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.
  • Page 19 • 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 fire hazards.

  • Page 20: Usage Cautions

    Safety information 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.
  • Page 21 • Service Warranty and Modification. - Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance are not covered under Samsung warranty service, nor is Samsung responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications. • Do not block the air vents inside the refrigerator.
  • Page 22 Safety information • 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.

  • Page 23: Cleaning Cautions

    Cleaning cautions CAUTION • Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside the refrigerator. - There is a risk of fire or electric shock. • Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator. •...
  • Page 24 Safety information • Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket. - Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire. • Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water to clean the refrigerator.

  • Page 25: Critical Disposal Warnings

    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.

  • Page 26: Additional Tips For Proper Usage

    Safety information Additional tips for proper usage • In the event of a power failure, call the local office 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.

  • Page 27: Instructions About The Weee

    This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and product regulatory obligations, e.g. REACH, WEEE or Batteries, visit our sustainability page available via www.samsung.com...

  • Page 28: Installation

    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 qualified technician. •...

  • Page 29: Step-By-Step Installation

    NOTE • For best energy efficiency, make sure all of shelves, drawers, and baskets are placed in their original position. • To get more space, you can remove all the drawers and locate the ‘Freezer Shelf (applicable models only)’ on the bottom drawer in freezer, since it does not affect thermal and mechanical characteristics.
  • Page 30 Installation Clearance See the following figures and tables for space requirements for installation. Recess handle type Bar handle type Bespoke type RB34T* RB36T* RB38T* RB34T* RB36T* RB38T* Model RB3CT* RB34A* RB38A* RB3DT* RB3ET* RB3CT* RB3DT* RB3ET* RL34T* RL34A* RL38A* RL36T* RL38T* RL34T* RL36T*...
  • Page 31 Model Recess handle type Bar handle type Bespoke type more than 50 mm more than 50 mm more than 50 mm recommended recommended recommended 135° 135° 105° 1028 1210 1217.5 1207 (unit : mm) NOTE The measurements in the table may differ, depending on the measuring method. English Untitled-2 31 2022-08-30...
  • Page 32 Installation STEP 2 Spacing (applicable models only) NOTE The number of provided spacers varies on the model. Attach all the provided spacers. 1. Open the door and locate the provided spacer (Gray block). 2. Unpack the spacer and attach it to the rear of the refrigerator as shown.
  • Page 33 STEP 4 Adjust the levelling legs CAUTION • The refrigerator must be levelled on a flat, solid floor. 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.
  • Page 34 Installation STEP 5 Initial settings By completing the following steps, the refrigerator should be fully functioning. 1. Remove the PE foam sheet on each shelf corner, which is attached to protect the refrigerator during transportation. 2. Plug the power cord into the wall socket to turn the refrigerator on. 3.

  • Page 35: Operations

    Operations Control panel (applicable models only) Button type Type A Type B Type C Type D • Displays the current or desired temperature of the fridge. • indicates that the Power Cool function is on. 01 Fridge indicator • indicates that the Vacation function is on. •...
  • Page 36 Operations • If the door is left open for 5 minutes, internal light will blink for 5 minutes and turn off. This is to alert hearing-impaired users that a door is open. Note that this function is normal. Setting the desired temperature or function 1.
  • Page 37 • Available selection: [Type A, C]: (Power Freeze)  -23 °C  -22 °C  -21 °C  -20 °C  -19 °C  -18 °C  -17 °C  -16 °C  -15 °C [Type B, D]: (Power Freeze)  -23 °C  -22 °C  -21 °C  -20 °C ...
  • Page 38 Operations Turning on or off the Wi-Fi (applicable models only) To turn the Wi-Fi on or off, tap and hold for 10 seconds. The display shows the status of Wi-Fi for 5 seconds (as shown in the figure). WI-Fi On Wi-Fi Off NOTE •...
  • Page 39 Dial type Fridge / Freezer To ensure optimal performance, we recommend setting the temperature to "3". Use the Fridge/Freezer Control dial to select the desired preset temperature for the fridge and freezer. Refer to the table below the dial for the preset temperature of each level. •...
  • Page 40 Operations 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 the Vacation mode, turn the Fridge/Freezer Control dial to .

  • Page 41: Smartthings (Applicable Models Only)

    • To configure the wireless access point (AP) settings, see the user manual of the AP (router). • Samsung Smart Refrigerators support both Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n and Soft-AP protocols. (IEEE 802.11 n is recommended.) • Unauthorized Wi-Fi wireless routers may fail to connect to applicable Samsung Smart Refrigerators.
  • Page 42 Operations Samsung account You are required to register your Samsung account to use the app. If you don’t have a Samsung account, follow the app’s onscreen instructions to create a free Samsung account. Getting started Turn on the device you want to connect, open the SmartThings app on your phone, and then follow the instructions below.
  • Page 43 Category Item Description Displays the current temperature setting of the Fridge temperature fridge. Freezer Displays the current temperature setting of the Monitoring temperature freezer. Checks the accumulated power consumption of Energy monitoring the refrigerator for the last 180 days. You can turn Power Cool on or off, and check Power Cool the current settings.

  • Page 44: Special Features

    Operations Special features The actual image and special functions of your refrigerator may differ, depending on the model and the country. Water dispenser (applicable models only) With the water dispenser, you can dispense water without opening the fridge door. The water tank must be filled with potable water before use.
  • Page 45 3. Reinsert the water tank and close the door. Make sure the water outlet of the water tank faces forward. 4. Put a water glass under the water outlet of the dispenser, and gently push the dispenser lever to dispense water. Make sure the water dispenser is unlocked.
  • Page 46 Operations Optimal Fresh+ (applicable models only) Optimal Fresh+ drawer allows you to divide the area into two separated zones using the Flex Divider. Store meat and fish on the left side of Optimal Fresh+ and vegetables and fruits on the right side. Removing the Flex Divider While pressing the rear side, pull up the front side to remove.
  • Page 47 Using the freezer shelf (applicable models only) To get more space, you can remove all the drawers and locate the ‘Freezer Shelf’ on the bottom drawer, since it does not affect thermal and mechanical characteristics. A declared storage volume of frozen food storage compartment is calculated with these drawers removed.

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    Maintenance Reversing the door handle position (For models with bar handles) NOTE This procedure applies to both the fridge and freezer compartment. 1. Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the screw covers. - After detaching the handle, attach the screw covers back on the screw holes.

  • Page 49: Door Reversal (Applicable Models Only)

    5. Attach the screw covers. Door reversal (applicable models only) WARNING • Tilting/laying the refrigerator requires a minimum of 2 people. • Disconnect the power cord before reversing the doors. Tools required (not provided) Philips screwdriver Flat-head screwdriver 11 mm spanner 10 mm socket wrench 8 mm socket wrench 10 mm spanner...
  • Page 50 • Make sure to keep all the screws and other removed parts in a safe place during the door reversal process. NOTE • Samsung recommends that reversing of the door opening is only completed by Samsung approved service providers. This will be on a chargeable basis at the customer’s expense.
  • Page 51 2. Gently lift the top cover (A) and place it on top of the refrigerator. - Be careful when you lift the top cover (A). There is a wire connected underneath it. 3. Remove the wire and the wire connector placed on the holder underneath the top cover.
  • Page 52 Maintenance 6. Open the fridge door, and then lift the door to remove it from the middle hinge. Keep the door in a safe place. CAUTION The door is heavy. To prevent damage or injury, use caution while removing the door.
  • Page 53 9. Use a Phillips screwdriver and socket wrench (10 mm) to remove the screws fastening the middle hinge (A). 10. Remove the middle hinge screw covers (A), and then use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw (B). 11. On the opposite side, use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten the screw (B), and then put on the middle hinge screw covers (A).
  • Page 54 Maintenance 14. On the top of the freezer door, switch the position of the grommet (A) and the grommet cover (B). 15. Fasten the middle hinge (A) to the opposite side of where it was removed. - Use a Phillips screwdriver and socket wrench (10 mm) to fasten the screws.
  • Page 55 17. Turn the levelling leg on the opposite side of where botton hinge (A) removed. Then, Put the bottom hinge (A) on the holder. 18. Attach the freezer door. a. Put the freezer door on the bottom hinge (A). Place the door perpendicular to the refrigerator's main body.
  • Page 56 Maintenance 20. On the bottom of the fridge door, remove all the part on the left and right side. a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws. b. Remove the auto closer (A), grommet (B), and door stopper (C) on one side, and the bottom fridge door cover (D) on the other side.
  • Page 57 22. On the top of the fridge door, remove the wire cover (A). - Gently lift either side of the wire cover (A) and pull to remove it from the door. - This step may not apply to some models. 23.
  • Page 58 Maintenance 26. Reverse the top hinge. a. Use a spanner (11 mm) to disassemble the shaft (A) and washer (B). b. Flip the top hinge (C), and then reattach the washer (B) and shaft (A). CAUTION • Be careful not to drop the shaft (A) or hurt your fingers when removing or assembling the shaft (A).
  • Page 59 29. Fasten the top hinge (A) with the screws using a socket wrench (8 mm). 30. Remove the space cover (A) from the top cover (B) and then put it on the opposite side. 31. Underneath the top cover, pull the wire connector (A) from the holders, and move it to the holders on the opposite side.
  • Page 60 Maintenance 33. Reconnect the wire connector (A). - This step may not apply to some models. CAUTION Make sure the wire connectors are connected properly. Otherwise, the display does not operate. 34. Place the wire and the wire connector (A) on the holder underneath the top cover.
  • Page 61 37. Put the provided top-right door cover (A) on the opposite side of the door hinge. - This step may not apply to some models. 38. Place the wire from the fridge door into the space underneath the wire cover (A). - This step may not apply to some models.
  • Page 62 Maintenance 41. Detach the fridge and the freezer door gaskets, and then attach them after rotating them 180°. CAUTION Make sure the door gaskets are properly attached. If not, there can be a noise or dew can be formed which affects performance of the unit.

  • Page 63: Handle And Care

    Handle and care Shelves / Rack & Shelf (applicable models only) 1. Pull out the shelf (or Rack & Shelf) a little. Then, while lifting the rear side, pull out. 2. Twist the shelf (or Rack & Shelf) diagonally to remove. English Untitled-2 63 2022-08-30...
  • Page 64 Maintenance Foldable shelf (applicable models only) 1. Slide the front half of the shelf. 2. Pull out the foldable shelf a little. Then, while lifting the rear side, pull out. 3. Twist the shelf diagonally to remove. CAUTION • Do not put food or objects in front of the Optimal Fresh+.

  • Page 65: Cleaning

    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 fire. • Do not spray water onto the refrigerator. This may cause electric shock. Regularly use a dry cloth to remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points.

  • Page 66: Replacement

    Door panel (applicable models only) You can select the door panel you prefer for your BESPOKE refrigerator. Purchase the door panel at a Samsung retail store and an authorized installer will install the panel for you. CAUTION • Disassembling or assembling the door panel on your own may result in product damage or personal injury.

  • Page 67: Pair Installation (Applicable Models Only)

    You can check it at the retail store or Samsung.com website. NOTE • Purchase the pair installation kit at a Samsung retail store and you can request an authorized installer for pair installation. • Make sure to purchase the appropriate pair installation kit for your model.
  • Page 68 Maintenance Tools required (not provided) Phillips screwdriver Flat-head screwdriver 8 mm socket wrench (for bolts) Pair installation kit accessories A. Upper bracket B. Lower bracket C. Trim (1) D. A/S Jig-sheet ref (4) E. Level adjustment F. T7 LEX foam (8) G.
  • Page 69 Step-by-step instruction NOTE The alphabet letters on the figure and in the parenthesis are the same as those in the accessories list. 1. Check the level of the floor. - Use a level to check the level of the floor where the refrigerator’s two rear casters will be placed.
  • Page 70 Maintenance 3. Attach the foams to maintian a gap between the two refrigerators. NOTE You must attach the T5 PE foam (G) to the BMF (Bottom-mounted freezer) model only. (In case you install two different types of refrigerators in pair.) A.
  • Page 71 5. Remove the screws from the two holes where the lower bracket will be fastened - Open the door of the refrigerators to be paired, and then remove the screws located where the lower bracket will be fastened. 6. Fasten the lower bracket (B). - Fasten the lower bracket (B) with the two M4 x 18 screws (K) (one fastened to each refrigerator) to secure the...
  • Page 72 Maintenance 9. Use the screws removed from step 8 to fasten the rear bracket (H). 10. Check the spacing between the refrigerators. - After fastening the upper and lower brackets, make sure the spacing between the refrigerators is 7 or 15 mm at the top and bottom.
  • Page 73 13. Insert the trim (C) between the refrigerators. - Open the doors and insert the trim (C) between the refrigerators. NOTE See the enlarged part of the trim in the figure to identify the trim’s top side. 14. Do a final check. - If there are no problems, peel all the protective film off the product.

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting

    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 • Power cord is not plugged in • Properly plug in the power properly.
  • Page 75 Odours Symptom Possible causes Solution • Clean the refrigerator and • Spoiled food. remove any spoiled food. Refrigerator has odours. • Make sure strong smelling • Food with strong odours. food is wrapped airtight. Frost Symptom Possible causes Solution Frost around the •...

  • Page 76: Do You Hear Abnormal Sounds From The Refrigerator

    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.
  • Page 77 • 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.

  • Page 78: Smartthings (Applicable Models Only)

    • The old Samsung Smart Refrigerator app cannot connect with Samsung Smart Home models. • You must log into your Samsung account to use the app. • Make sure that your router is operating normally. The SmartThings •...

  • Page 79: Appendix

    Appendix Safety Instruction • For the most efficient use of energy, please keep the all inner fittings such as baskets, drawers, shelves and ice cube tray on the position supplied by manufacturer. • This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance. Install Instruction For refrigerating appliances with climate class Depending on the climate class, This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at...

  • Page 80: Temperature Instruction

    Appendix Temperature Instruction Recommended Temperature The optimal temperature setting for food storage: • Fridge: 3 °C • Freezer: -19 °C NOTE The optimal temperature setting of each compartment depends on the ambient temperature. Above optimal temperature is based on the ambient temperature of 25 °C. Power Cool Power Cool speeds up the cooling process at maximum fan speed.
  • Page 81 Don’t store perishable foods in the door. Eggs should be stored in the carton on a shelf. The temperature of Stored on the door the storage bins in the door fluctuate more than the temperature in the cabinet. Keep the door closed as much as possible.
  • Page 82 Appendix Poultry / Eggs Product Refrigerator Freezer Fresh poultry 2 days 6-8 months Poultry salad 1 day Eggs, Fresh in shell 2-4 weeks Not recommended Fish / Seafood Product Refrigerator Freezer Fresh fish 1-2 days 3-6 months Cooked fish 3-4 days 1 month Fish salad 1 day...

  • Page 83: Information For Model And Ordering Spare Parts

    24 Months. • Relevant information for ordering spare parts, directly or through other channels provided by the manufacturer, importer or authorized representative • You can find professional repair information on http://samsung.com/support. You can find user servicing manual on http://samsung.com/support. English...
  • Page 84 The software included in this product contains open source software. You may obtain the complete corresponding source code for a period of three years after the last shipment of this product by contacting our support team via http://opensource.samsung.com (Please use the “Inquiry” menu.) It is also possible to obtain the complete corresponding source code in a physical medium such as a CD-ROM;...
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  • Page 88 2412 - 2472 MHz 20 dBm Bluetooth 2402 - 2480 MHz 20 dBm Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Country Contact Center Web Site 0333 000 0333 www.samsung.com/uk/support...

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