Refrigerator user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register RB195AB RB197AB RB215AB RB217AB English...
Features of your new Refrigerator KEy fEAtuREs of youR nEw REfRigERAtoR Your Samsung 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 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 instructions cover RB195AB, 197AB, 215AB & 217AB, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual.
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Safety Information sEVERE wARning signs WARNING Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water. • Wet and/or deteriorated insulation of the internal electrical parts may cause electric shock or fire.
• It may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not damage power plug or cord, or push the Refrigerator backward. • Bending and binding the power cord, or pushing Refrigerator backward may cause a fire or electric shock by wire damage.
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Do not use any electric appliance inside the refrigerator. • In case of refrigerant leak, it may cause a fire and explosion. Do not touch the Refrigerator or power plug, and air the room with opening window if any flammable gas (propane gas, city gas, etc.) leaks.
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• Over time, deterioration in the power cord insulation may cause fire. Do not overfill 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.
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.
Contents SETTING UP YOUR REFRIGERATOR OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING CIRCUIT dIAGRAM 10 Getting ready to install the refrigerator 11 Installation of the water line 13 Setting up the refrigerator 13 Removing the refrigerator doors 16 Leveling the refrigerator 17 Parts and Features 18 Using the control panel...
Setting up your Refrigerator gEtting READy to instALL tHE REfRigERAtoR Congratulations on your purchase of this Samsung 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.
• All installations must be in a accordance with local plumbing code requirements. • Water line Kit and water filter are not covered by Samsung’s Warranty. The manufacturer (or dealer, installer) of them is responsible for any defects and all the loss caused by water filter & water line kit .
4) Turn water on and check for any leakage. • You can purchase the necessary filter cartridge at the retailer where you purchased this refrigerator. Make sure you buy the SAMSUNG filter cartridge (Replacement cartridge No : DA29-00015A) to ensure the best performance.
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 Refrigerator Removal of the fridge door Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door while removing the fridge door! WARNING Hinge Cover 1. After removing the screw, remove the upper Hinge Cover. ground wire 4. Remove the screw that holds the ground wire.
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3. Remove the Middle Hinge connected to the Freezer. Removal of the freezer door (DRAwER tyPE - RB217,RB197) 1. Separate the Cap on the Middle Hinge. 3. After opening the Freezer door, remove the drawer box. 4. Remove the Freezer door by lifting it upward.
LEVELing tHE REfRigERAtoR After putting the doors back on the Refrigerator, 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.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator PARts AnD fEAtuREs Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator. Fridge Light Fridge Fridge Shelves Moving Tray (Location is adjustable) Vegetable & Fruit Drawers Ice Maker Pull Out Drawer...
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator using tHE ContRoL PAnEL temperature & function select / control panel Press this button to freeze food quickly. ) P ower Freeze Button (Power Freeze will last 2 and a half hours.) Freezer temperature set button. Press this button to set the Freezer temp between -2ºF and -14ºF.
- The temperature display will blink when freezer temperature increases due to frequent door opening, keeping warm food, etc. (Blinking will stop when the refrigerator reaches normal temperature. If for some reason it does not stop after a long period of time, contact a Samsung service center.) Setting the fridge temperature If you want to control the fridge temperature, follow as below.
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- The temperature display will blink when fridge temperature is increases due to frequent door opening, keeping warm food, etc. (Blinking will stop when the refrigerator reaches normal temperature. If for some reason it does not stop after a long period of time, contact a Samsung service center.) If you want to make ice faster (Controlling the Power Freeze) Press the Power Freeze Button.
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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”...
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator stoRing fooD in tHE REfRigERAtoR The 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. In order to further prevent odor from seeping into the ice compartment, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible.
REMoVing AnD RELoCAting tHE fRiDgE ACCEssoRiEs 1. Door Bins To remove - Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out. To replace - Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops. Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly inserted. Do not allow children to play with bins.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator REMoVing tHE fREEzER ACCEssoRiEs 1. Pull out Drawer To remove - Pull the drawer out to full extension. Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out. (Refer to picture 1 & 2) Open the freezer door fully and remove the drawer.
CLEAning tHE REfRigERAtoR Caring for your Samsung 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.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CHAnging tHE intERioR LigHts Before changing any of interior lights, unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply. If you are unsure about changing the lights after reading through these directions, contact a Samsung service center for CAUTION help.
Try setting it to a warmer temperature. • Is the temperature in the room too low? • Did you store the food too close to the air vent at the back of the Refrigerator? Move the food away from the air vent.
Samsung authorized service center. Samsung will repair or replace any part found to be defective, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of Samsung and must be returned to Samsung.
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OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL...