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Samsung RS261MDRS/XAA User Manual

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  • Page 1 Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www, samsu ng. com/reg ister Free Standing Appliance...
  • Page 2 7our _do-bT-_do r_fra_r_tor KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR Your Samsung Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient features. ,, Xtra SpaceTM Vertical room next to the ice maker in the freezer provides space for pizza etc.
  • Page 3 SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung Side-By-Side 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 intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or...
  • Page 4 • If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. - There is a risk of electric shock or fire. • Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.
  • Page 5 - Please contact your service agents. If any dust or water is in refrigerator, pull out power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. - Otherwise there is a risk of fire. CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING CAUTION...
  • Page 6 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. ,, Do not block air holes. - If the air holes are blocked,...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    content Getting ready to install the refrigerator SETTING UP YOUR SIDE-BY-SIDE 10 Setting up the refrigerator REFRIGERATOR Leveling the refrigerator Making minor adjustment to the doors 17 Checking the water dispenser line Installing the water line OPERATING YOUR 20 Checking the control panel SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR Using the control panel...

  • Page 8: Getting Ready To Install The 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 efficiencies that this new appliance has to offer. Selecting best location refrigerator • Select a location with easy access to the water supply.
  • Page 9 First things first! Make sure that you can easily move your refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways (both width and height), thresholds, ceilings, stairways, etc. The following chart details the exact height and depth. Only Cabinet 3/4 (908) Width With Leg Front 35 15/16 (915.5)

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Refrigerator

    If not, first check the power supply and electricity source or try the troubleshooting section at the back of this user's guide. If you have any further questions, contact your Samsung Electronics service center. 1. Place the Refrigerator in an appropriate...
  • Page 11 Match the upper and lower handle locking tabs on the doors to the handles. Fix the handles to the doors by sliding it down firmly until you hear a click sound. Check the installation of the handles by pulling on them. If the handles have been inserted correctly, they should not move.
  • Page 12 SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR(CONT'D) If your entrance won't allow the refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors. Removing the Front Leg Cover First, open both the freezer and refrigerator doors and then take off the front leg cover by turning the three screws counter-clockwise.
  • Page 13 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 careful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harness on the door. Place doors on a protected surface to prevent scratching or damage.
  • Page 14 SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR(CONT'D) Removing the fndge door 1. With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover _ using a screwdriver ....Remove hinge bolts _ and ground screw _ counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge in the direction of the arrow. Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on you.

  • Page 15: Leveling The Refrigerator

    LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR 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. _The front of the refrigerator is also adjustable.
  • Page 16 MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DOORS Remember, a level refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on levelling the refrigerator. When the door of the freezer is higher than the fridge Adjustment part In the case of the process to correct the imbalance...

  • Page 17: Checking The Water Dispenser Line

    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.

  • Page 18: Installing The Water Line

    INSTALLING THE WATER 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 ,, plastic tubing ,, copper tubing ,, ferrule...
  • Page 19 Removing residual matter inside the water supply line after installing filter Turn ON the main water supply. 2. Press the Water button and push the dispenser pad. Flush 3 gallons of water through the filter befor use. (Flush approximately 6 minutes.) This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines.

  • Page 20: Checking The Control Panel

    CHECKING THE CONTROL PANEL Press the Lighting button to turn on the dispenser LED lamp. Press the Freezer button to set the freezer temperature between cold and coldest. Press and hold the Freezer button for 3 seconds to activate Power Freezer function which speeds up the freezing process in the freezer.

  • Page 21: Using The Control Panel

    USING THE CONTROL PANEL Freezer/Fridge (Temperature adjustment) Press the Freezer or Fridge button until the desired temperature is set. For lower temperature, press the Freezer or Fridge button until more LED lights (coldest). For higher temperature, press the Freezer or Fridge button until less LED lights (cold). Each time you press the Freezer or Fridge button, temperature indicator will change in below order.
  • Page 22 USING THE CONTROL PANEL(CONT'D) L"."'.3 Filter Indicator When the filter indicator light changes to red, it is time to change the filter. Typically this happens about every 6 months. The filter Indicator will be Blue when you initially insert the water filter. The filter Indicator will be purple when you have used your water filter for 5 months.

  • Page 23: Using The Ice And Cold Water Dispenser

    USING THE ICE AND COLD WATER DISPENSER Water Select this No ice if you want to turn the ice maker off. Using the water dispenser Press the Water button on the control panel. Place your cup on the water outlet and push against the dispenser pad until hearing the "click"...

  • Page 24: Storinc Food

    STORING FOOD The Samsung Side-By-Side 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. Remember, in order to prevent odor penetration...
  • Page 25 Storing Food in the Freezer • Can be used for frozen foods such as pizza, pasta, burritos, and fajitas. In order to prevent odor penetration to the ice, stored food should be wrapped securely. Can be used for small packages of frozen food.
  • Page 26 r sd by REMOVING THE FREEZER/FRIDGE ACCESSORIES 1. Door Bin/Dairy Firmly grab the door bin with both hands and lift it up gently to remove the door bin. 2. Shelves ¸¸¸¸7 ¸ l ¸ i, Pull the shelf out as far as it goes. Then lift it up and remove it.
  • Page 27 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 a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. You can remove the drawers and shelves for a more thorough cleaning.
  • Page 28 r d -b7- CHANGING THE WATER FILTER filtering change the water filter indicator turns into red, ability decrease. Then need to water filter. Water filter is located on the bottom right side of the refrigerator. 1. Turn the water filter 90 ° counteFclockwise. 2.
  • Page 29 WATER FILTER CHART cleaning and r-raintaining 29...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING The refrigerator does not • Check that the power plug is properly connected. work at all or it does Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature? chill sufficiently. Try setting it to a lower temperature. Is the refrigerator in direct sunlight or located too near a heat source? Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore...
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  • Page 32 This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. COUNTRY CUSTOMERC ARECE NTER WEBSITE...

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