Contents Safety information Important safety symbols and precautions: Severe warning signs for transportation and site Critical installation warnings Installation cautions Critical usage warnings Usage warning Usage cautions Cleaning cautions Critical disposal warnings Additional tips for proper usage Saving Energy Tips This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as Instructions about the WEEE Installation...
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. • This appliance is not intended for use by persons...
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If you have any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service centre or find help and information online at www.samsung.com. • In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used.
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- Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems. - Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days. - Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food.
Safety information Important safety symbols and precautions: Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This manual uses the following safety symbols. WARNING Hazards or unsafe practises that may result in severe personal injury, property damage, and/or death. CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practises that may result in severe personal injury and/or property damage.
Severe warning signs for transportation and site WARNING • When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged. - Refrigerant leaking from the pipe work could ignite or cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes.
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Safety information • Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power strip. The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the voltage listed on the refrigerator’s rating plate. - This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading of house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
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• Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak. - This may result in an electric shock or fire. • This refrigerator must be properly located and installed in accordance with the instructions in this manual before you use it.
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Safety information • You need to remove all the protective plastic film before you initially plug the product in. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the snap rings used for door adjustment or the water tube clips.
• The fuse on the refrigerator must be changed by a qualified technician or service company. - Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or personal injury. • When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
Safety information 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.
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• If any dust or water is in Refrigerator, pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service centre. - Otherwise there is a risk of fire. • Do not let children step on a drawer.
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Safety information • 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. • Do not use or place any substances sensitive to temperature such as flammable sprays, flammable objects, dry ice, medicine, or chemicals near or inside of the refrigerator.
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• If the interior or exterior LED lamp has gone out, contact your nearest service centre. • If the refrigerator emits a burning smell or smoke, unplug the refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service centre. - Failing to do so may result in an electric or fire hazards.
• If the product is equipped with LED lamps, do not disassemble the Lamp Covers and LED lamps yourself. - Contact a Samsung service centre. • Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. • Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.
• If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in. • If the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service centre. English Untitled-7 17 2022-10-20...
Safety information • Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface. - Broken glass may result in a personal injury and/or property damage. • Fill the water tank and ice cube trays with potable water only (tap water, mineral water, or purified water). - Do not fill the tank with tea or a sports drink.
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• Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug blades. Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug. - Otherwise, there is a risk of fire or electric shock. •...
Safety information 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 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.
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.
Safety information Saving Energy Tips • 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 (a radiator, for example). •...
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...
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. •...
Step-by-step installation STEP 1 Select a site Site requirements: • Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation • Away from direct sunlight • Adequate room for opening and closing the door • Away from a heat source •...
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Installation Clearance See the following figures and tables for space requirements for installation. Depth “A” Width “B” Overall Height “C” 1855 (unit : mm) English Untitled-7 26 2022-10-20 4:12:34...
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more than 50 mm recommended 115° 1252 (unit : mm) NOTE The measurements in the table may differ, depending on the measuring method. STEP 2 Flooring • The surface to install the refrigerator must support a fully loaded refrigerator. • To protect the floor, put a large piece of cardboard on each foot of the refrigerator.
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Installation STEP 3 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.
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• Samsung takes no responsibility for the water line installation. If water leaks occur, contact the installer of the water line.
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• Samsung takes no responsibility for the water line installation. If water leaks occur, contact the installer of the water line.
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To connect the water filtering hose to the water line 1. Loosen and remove the compression nut (a) from the water line of the refrigerator, and insert it to the water filtering hose. 2. Tighten up the compression nut (a) to connect the water filtering hose and the water line.
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Ordering a new filter To purchase a new water filter (part type: HAFEX/EXP), contact a local Samsung service centre. To mount the water filter into place 1.
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• Do not use third-party water filters. Use only Samsung-provided or -approved filters. • Unapproved filters may leak and damage the refrigerator, causing electric shock. Samsung holds no responsibility for any damage that may occur from use of third party water filters.
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Installation CAUTION When adjusting the length of the water line tubing, make sure to smooth out the cut surface at a right angle. This is to prevent a water leak. NOTE • A newly installed filter may cause the water dispenser to spurt water briefly. This is because air has entered the water line.
Operations Main panel • Displays the menu, settings, and other information. 01 Display • The icon appears if you turn on the AI Energy Mode in the SmartThings app. (applicable models only) • When the display is off, tap any button to wake up the display. •...
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Operations Menu descriptions • You can set the fridge temperature from 1~7 °C or set the Power Cool function and the Vacation mode. • Power Cool speeds up the cooling process at maximum fan speed. The fridge keeps running at full speed for two and a half hours and then returns to the previous temperature.
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• You can change the settings for the following functions. to select the menu, and then tap OK to confirm. - UV Deodorizing Filter: You can turn the UV Deodorizing Filter on or off. - Deodorizing Filter Reset: You can reset the deodorizing filter replacement alarm.
• 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.) • Unauthorised Wi-Fi wireless routers may fail to connect to applicable Samsung Smart Refrigerators.
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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 on-screen 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.
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Operations SmartThings functions Category Item Description Fridge You can set and monitor the desired temperature temperature of the fridge. You can turn Power Cool on or off, and check the Power Cool current settings. You can set the time that the fridge door remains Auto door open slightly open by the Automatic door opening time...
Special features The actual image and special functions of your refrigerator may differ depending on the model and the country. Water pitcher (AutoFill Pitcher) Cold, purified water is always ready in the AutoFill Pitcher. You can put tea or fruits in the infuser to enjoy the various infused water you like.
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Operations To fill the water pitcher 1. Grasp a handle groove of the lid, and then pull up to open the lid. 2. Put tea leaves or fruit to your taste into the infuser. NOTE If you want to keep the infused water in its initial concentration, turn the AutoFill Pitcher function off.
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In case of a leak, open the rubber cap so that the leaked water drains. If the alert message does not disappear after draining, there might be a system failure. Contact your local Samsung service centre. English Untitled-7 43 2022-10-20 4:12:38...
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Operations Automatic door opening function 1. Touch where the automatic door opening sensor is. The door slightly opens. 2. When the door slightly opens, hold the handle and fully open the door. - The door does not close automatically. Close the door manually after use.
Maintenance Handle and care AutoFill pitcher 1. Grasp a handle groove of the lid, and then pull up to remove. 2. Grasp both sides of the infuser holder, and then lift to remove. 3. While slightly twisting the infuser, pull it out of the sealed mouth.
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Maintenance Inserting the shelf 1. While lifting the front of the shelf, push the shelf into the fridge. 2. Affix the hooks on the shelf to the fixers on the wall. 3. Lower the front of the shelf to place it onto the front fixers.
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Inserting the foldable shelf 1. While lifting the front of the shelf, push the shelf into the fridge. 2. Affix the hooks at the rear of the shelf to the fixers on the wall. 3. Lower the front of the shelf to place it onto the front fixers.
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Maintenance Inserting the drawer shelf 1. While holding both the front and back of the shelf, push the shelf into the fridge. CAUTION Do not insert the shelf upside down or in reversed direction. 2. Place the front of the shelf into the trim. 3.
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 an 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.
CAUTION • Disassembling or assembling the door panel on your own may result in product damage or personal injury. If you find any problems with the door panel, contact a Samsung service centre. • A service fee may be charged for panel replacement even within the warranty period.
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 • The power cord is not • Properly plug in the power plugged in properly.
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Troubleshooting Odours Symptom Possible causes Solution • Clean the refrigerator and • Spoiled food. remove any spoiled food. The refrigerator has odours. • Make sure strong-smelling • Food with strong odours. food is wrapped airtight. Condensation Symptom Possible causes Solution •...
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• The water line is not connected properly or the water supply is not on. Water does not dispense. • Use only Samsung-provided • A third-party water filter or approved filters. was installed. • Unapproved filters may leak and damage 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.
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• 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. Cracking! • For ice maker models: When the water valve opens to fill the ice maker, buzzing sounds may occur.
• The old Samsung Smart Refrigerator app cannot connect with fails to operate. Samsung Smart Home models. • You must log in to your Samsung account to use the app. • Make sure that your router is operating normally. The SmartThings •...
Open Source Announcement The software included in this product contains open source software. The following URL http://opensource.samsung.com/opensource/SMART_TP1_0/seq/0 leads to open source license information as related to this product. English Untitled-7 57 2022-10-20 4:12:40...
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For Singapore only Complies with IMDA Standards DA100790 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 1800 7267864 | 1800-SAMSUNG (Other) SINGAPORE www.samsung.com/sg/support...
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