RS261M 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 Free Standing Appliance...
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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.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference. SEVERE waRning SignS foR inStaLLation WARNING • Do not install the refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water. - Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire.
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- Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire. • This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the manual before it is used. • Connect the power plug in proper position with the cord hanging down.
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• If the products equipped with LED Lamp, do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED Lamp by yourself. - 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.
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• If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back. • If you have a long vacation planned or the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period of time, you must empty the refrigerator and pull out the power plug.
CLeANING AND MAINTAINING yOUR sIDe-by-sIDe RefRIGeRATOR 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator 10 Setting up the refrigerator RefRIGeRATOR 15 Leveling the refrigerator 16 Making minor adjustment to the doors 17 Checking the water dispenser line 18 Installing the water line...
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 the best location for the refrigerator • Select a location with easy access to the water supply.
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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. MODeL Width Depth Dimensions...
SETTINg UP ThE 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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4. Fix the handles to the doors by sliding it down firmly until you hear a click sound. 5. Check the installation of the handles by pulling on them. If the handles have been inserted correctly, they should not move. Ensure the 2 handles are horizontally aligned. If the handles are not aligned, repeat step 2 and 3. To align the doors, refer to ‘Leveling the refrigerator’ in the manual(page 15). setting up _11...
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. Separating the water supply line from the refrigerator 1. Remove the water tube by pressing the coupler...
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.
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SETTINg UP ThE REFRIgERAToR(CoNT’D) Removing the fridge door 1. With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover 2. Remove hinge bolts in the direction of the arrow. Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on you.
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.
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. In the case of the process to correct the imbalance is the same. Open the doors and adjust them, one at a time, as follows: 1. Unscrew the nut...
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.
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This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines. 4. Additional flushing may be required in some households. 5. Open the refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter. A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water to briefly spurt from the water dispenser. This is due to air...
Press and hold the fridge button for 3 seconds to activate Power Cool function which speeds up the cooling process in the refrigerator. For better energy efficiency, press the Energy Saver button. If condensation energy saver occurs on the doors, turn the Energy Saver Button function off.
This icon will light up when you activate the Power Freeze function. Power Freeze function generates cool air for 72 hours continuously and it makes the inside of the refrigerator cool faster. This function is useful when you make ice more quickly. When you have enough, just press and hold the Freeze (Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze) button again for 3 seconds to cancel the Power Freeze function.
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This icon will light up when you activate the Ice Off function. In this case, the ice will not be produced. Canceling cooling off mode (Freezer/Fridge Temperature Indicator moving) Cooling off function is for store display, and it makes the refrigerator not to generate cool air. In case of Cooling off Mode, refrigerator may seem like working but it does not make cool air.
USINg ThE ICE AND CoLD WATER DISPENSER 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” sounds. Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out.
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 to the ice, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible.
Glass shelf snack bin Dairy bin Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not tip and fall out when the refrigerator door is opened. • I f you plan to go away for a significant time, empty the refrigerator and turn it off. Wipe the excess moisture from the inside of the appliance and leave the doors open. This helps keep odor and mold WARNING from developing.
REMoVINg ThE FREEZER/FRIDgE ACCESSoRIES 1. Door bin/Dairy bin Firmly grab the door bin with both hands and lift it up gently to remove the door bin. 2. shelves Pull the shelf out as far as it goes.
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.
Changing thE watER fiLtER If the water filter indicator turns into red, filtering ability may decrease. Then you need to change the water filter. Water filter is located on the bottom right side of the refrigerator. 1. Turn the water filter 90˚ counter-clockwise.
22 to cancel the cooling off function. Try setting it to a warmer temperature. from circulating? occurs because various accessories are contracting or expanding in relation to the temperature of the refrigerator interior. the refrigerator to prevent condensation. open for a long time. making ice? Cubed or Crushed.
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Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. 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. C OUNT R Y AUSTRALIA...