Troubleshooting - Samsung RS261M Series User Manual

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TRoUBLEShooTINg

PRObLeM
The refrigerator does not
work at all or it does not
chill sufficiently.
The food in the fridge is
frozen.
you hear unusual noises
or sounds.
The front corners of
the appliance are hot
and condensation is
occurring.
Ice is not dispensing.
You can hear water
bubbling in the
refrigerator.
there is a bad smell in
the refrigerator.
Frost forms on the walls
of the freezer.
water dispenser is not
functioning.
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SOLUTION
• Check that the power plug is properly connected.
• I s the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature?
Try setting it to a lower temperature.
• Is the refrigerator in direct sunlight or located too near a heat source?
• I s the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air
from circulating?
• C heck if the cooling off function is on. If the Freezer/Fridge temperature
indicator is moving, refer to page 22 to cancel the cooling off function.
• I s the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature?
Try setting it to a warmer temperature.
• Is the temperature in the room very low?
• Did you store the food with high water content in the coldest part of the fridge?
• Check that the refrigerator is level and stable.
• I s the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air
from circulating?
• Was anything dropped behind or under the refrigerator?
• A "ticking" sound is heard from inside the refrigerator. This is normal and
occurs because various accessories are contracting or expanding in relation to
the temperature of the refrigerator interior.
• S ome heat is normal as anti-condensates' are installed in the front corners of
the refrigerator to prevent condensation.
• I s the refrigerator door ajar? Condensation can occur when you leave the door
open for a long time.
• D id you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before
making ice?
• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve open?
• D id you manually stop the ice making function? Make sure Ice Type is set to
Cubed or Crushed.
• Is there any ice blocked within the ice maker bucket?
• Is the freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the freezer temperature lower.
• T his is normal. The bubbling comes from the refrigerant coolant liquid
circulating through the refrigerator.
• Has a food item spoiled?
• M ake sure that strong smelling food (for example, fish) is wrapped so that it is
airtight.
• C lean out your freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspect
food.
• Is the air vent blocked? Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely.
• Allow sufficient space between the foods stored for efficient air circulation.
• Is the freezer door closed properly?
• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve open?
• H as the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked? Make sure the
tubing is free and clear of any obstruction.
• I s the water tank frozen because the refrigerator temperature is too low?
Try selecting a warmer setting on the main display panel.