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  • Page 1 Refrigerator User manual Free Standing Appliance Untitled-6 1 2022-05-17 12:11:58...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information What you need to know about the safety instructions Important safety symbols and precautions: Important safety precautions Severe warning signs for transportation and site Critical installation warnings Installation cautions Critical usage warnings Usage cautions Cleaning cautions Critical disposal warnings Additional tips for proper usage Instructions about the WEEE Installation...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    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. What you need to know about the safety instructions •...
  • Page 4 Safety information • Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer. The room must be 1 m in size for every 8 g of R-600a refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Symbols And Precautions

    - If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing within the appliance. Important safety symbols and precautions: Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This manual uses the following safety symbols.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Precautions

    Safety information Important safety precautions Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials WARNING • When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. • Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance. •...
  • Page 7 • If the product is equipped with LED lamps, do not disassemble the Lamp Covers and LED lamps yourself. - Contact a Samsung service center. - Use only the LED Lamps provided by the manufacturer or its service agents.
  • Page 8 Safety information • For the most efficient use of energy, please keep the all inner fittings such as baskets, drawers, shelves on the position supplied by manufacturer. • To get the best energy efficiency of this product, please leave all shelves, drawers and baskets on their original position.

  • Page 9: Severe Warning Signs For Transportation And Site

    - Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when installing. This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower. • We recommend the value of clearance to be : - Right, left, and rear side: more than 50 mm - Top side: more than 100 mm This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as...

  • Page 10: Critical Installation Warnings

    Safety information - This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R-600a), a natural gas with high environmental compatibility that is, however, also combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged.
  • Page 11 • If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. - There is a risk of electric shock of fire. • Do not use a power cord that has cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. •...
  • Page 12 • If any dust or water is in the refrigerator, pull out power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. - Otherwise there is a risk of fire. • Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
  • Page 13 • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the snap rings used for door adjustment or the water tube clips. - There is risk of death by suffocation if a child swallows a snap ring or water tube clip. Keep the snap rings and water tube clips out of children’s reach.

  • Page 14: Installation Cautions

    Safety information Installation cautions CAUTION • Allow sufficient space around the refrigerator and install it on a flat surface. - If your refrigerator is not level, cooling efficiency and durability can be declined. • Allow the appliance to stand for 2-3 hours before loading foods after installation and turning on.
  • Page 15 • Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or products stored in the freezer with wet hands. - This may cause frostbite. • Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator. - If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock. •...
  • Page 16 - Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the refrigerator. • If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull out power plug immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. • If any dust or water is in Refrigerator, pull out power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
  • Page 17 • 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. • Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.
  • Page 18 • If the refrigerator emits a burning smell or smoke, unplug the refrigerator immediately and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. - Failing to do so may result in an electric or fire hazards.

  • Page 19: Usage Cautions

    • Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. • Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket. - This may result in an electric shock or fire. Usage cautions CAUTION • Do not refreeze thawed food. - Frozen and thawed food will develop harmful bacteria faster than fresh.
  • Page 20 • Service Warranty and Modification. - Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance are not covered under Samsung warranty service, nor is Samsung responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications. English...
  • Page 21 • If the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. • Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface. - Broken glass may result in a personal injury and/or property damage.

  • Page 22: Cleaning Cautions

    Safety information • Do not keep vegetable oil in your refrigerator’s door bins. The oil can solidify, making it foul-tasting and difficult to use. In addition, the open container can leak and the leaked oil can cause the door bin to crack. After opening an oil container, it is best to keep the container in a cool and shaded place such as a cupboard or pantry.
  • Page 23 • 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. •...

  • Page 24: Critical Disposal Warnings

    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 or R-134a 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.

  • Page 25: Additional Tips For Proper Usage

    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.

  • Page 26: Instructions About The Weee

    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.

  • Page 27: Installation

    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. •...
  • Page 28 • Moisture may form at times on the vertical hinged section. • If you close a door forcefully, the other door may open. • If the internal or external LED lamp is not working, contact a local Samsung service center.
  • Page 29 Door bins Your refrigerator ships with door bins of different types and sizes. If the door bins for your refrigerator were packaged separately, use the figure below to help you position the bins properly. NOTE The actual refrigerator and provided component parts of your refrigerator may differ from the illustrations in this manual, depending on the model and the country.

  • Page 30: Step-By-Step Installation

    Installation Step-by-step installation STEP 1 Select a site The site must: • Have a solid level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation • Be out of direct sunlight • Have adequate room for opening and closing the door •...
  • Page 31 Clearance See the following figures and tables for installation space requirements. Model RF23BB8***** RF29BB8***** 730 mm 868 mm 908 mm 1749 mm 1778 mm Model RF23BB8***** RF29BB8***** more than 50 mm recommended 125° 1485 mm 289 mm 610 mm 748 mm 54 mm 1093 mm 1231 mm...
  • Page 32 Installation STEP 2 Flooring If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance due to its size, see Door removal for entrance. NOTE To prevent floor damage, make sure the front leveling legs are in the upright position. • The surface you install the refrigerator on must support a fully loaded refrigerator.
  • Page 33 STEP 3 Door removal for entrance If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance to your home or kitchen due to its size, follow these instructions to remove and then re-install the refrigerator's doors. If you do not need to remove the doors, go to page 41 to continue the installation procedure. WARNING Unplug the power cord of the refrigerator before removing the doors.
  • Page 34 Installation 2. Disconnect the two wire connectors on the left door. The position of the connectors differs with the model. CAUTION • Do not remove both doors simultaneously. Make sure to remove one door at a time. Otherwise, any of the doors may fall and cause physical injury.
  • Page 35 6. Open the door 90 degrees. While holding the door, pull up and remove the top hinge. Be careful not to damage the connector wires when you remove the hinge. 7. Gently pull up the door vertically to remove. Do not apply excessive force to the door.
  • Page 36 Installation To reattach the fridge doors 1. While holding the door open by more than 90 degrees, insert the shaft on the middle hinge into the hole on the bottom of the door. 2. Place the top hinge into position on the top of the refrigerator, and then insert the hinge shaft into the top hole of the door.
  • Page 37 5. Connect the wire connectors. CAUTION • Make sure the wire connectors are connected properly. Otherwise, the refrigerator may not operate properly. 6. Connect the water tube. - This step does not apply to the models without the AutoFill Pitcher and the water dispenser.
  • Page 38 Installation Detach the Cool Select+ drawer 1. Lift up to remove the Cool Select+ basket. 2. Remove the hex-head bolt on each side of the drawer using a 10 mm socket wrench. 3. Lift up to remove the drawer front of the Cool Select+ from the rail assembly.
  • Page 39 To reattach the Cool Select+ drawer After you have moved the refrigerator to its final location, re-attach the Cool Select+ drawer by following the removal instructions in reverse order. CAUTION If the Cool Select+ or the indicator does not operate properly, make sure the connectors are connected properly.
  • Page 40 Installation 4. While holding the upper area of the freezer drawer front, slide the drawer out all the way to remove the freezer drawer from the rail assembly. CAUTION • Be careful not to scratch or dent the rail assembly. •...
  • Page 41 STEP 4 Leveling the refrigerator CAUTION • When installed, the refrigerator must be leveled on a flat, solid floor. Not leveling the refrigerator can cause damage to the refrigerator or physical injury. • Leveling must be performed with the refrigerator empty. Make sure no food items are inside the refrigerator.
  • Page 42 Installation STEP 5 Adjust the door height and the door gap Snap rings The height of a door can be adjusted using the provided snap rings, which come in 4 different sizes (1 mm, 1.5 mm, 2 mm, and 2.5 mm). To adjust the height of a door 1.
  • Page 43 • Samsung takes no responsibility for the water line installation. If water leaks occur, contact the installer of the water line.
  • Page 44 This may damage the refrigerator. To repair the water line CAUTION The waterline must be repaired by a qualified professional. If you encounter a water leak, contact a local Samsung service centre or the installer of the waterline. English Untitled-6 44 2022-05-17 12:12:03...
  • Page 45 STEP 7 Initial settings By completing the following steps, the refrigerator should be fully functioning. 1. Plug the power cord into the wall socket to turn the refrigerator on. 2. Open the door, and check if the interior light lights up. 3.

  • Page 46: Operations

    Operations Main panel 01 Fridge 02 Cool Select+ / Soft Freeze 03 Freezer / °F  °C 04 Ice Maker / Filter Reset 05 AutoFill Pitcher * 06 Door Alarm / Lock 07 Network connection * applicable models only English Untitled-6 46 2022-05-17 12:12:03...
  • Page 47 • If a communication error occurs between the temperature display and the main controller, this blinking continues for an extended time. Contact a local Samsung service center for technical assistance. • The display of the main panel turns on only if the door is opened and turns off if the door is closed.
  • Page 48 Operations 02 Cool Select+ / Soft Freeze (3 sec) • You can set the Cool Select+ mode from one of the following modes. - Beer: The temperature sets to 5 °C. Cool Select+ - Deli: The temperature sets to 3 °C. - Beverage: The temperature sets to 1 °C.
  • Page 49 You can also use the Freezer button to switch the temperature scale between Celsius and Fahrenheit. To switch the temperature °F  °C scale, press and hold Freezer for 3 seconds to change the current temperature scale. 04 Ice Maker / Filter Reset (3 sec) The ice maker has 2 indicators (Cubed Ice On/Ice Bites On) to indicate its operating status.
  • Page 50 Operations 06 Door Alarm / Lock (3 sec) If the door is left open for more than 2 minutes, an alarm will sound Door Alarm and the alarm indicator will blink. You can toggle the alarm on and off by pressing Door Alarm. The alarm is enabled by factory default. To prevent accidental setting changes, press and hold Door Alarm for 3 seconds.

  • Page 51: Smartthings

    • 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.) • Unauthorized Wi-Fi wireless routers may fail to connect to applicable Samsung Smart Refrigerators.
  • Page 52 Operations 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 onscreen 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.
  • Page 53 Category Item Description Displays the desired temperature setting of the Fridge temperature fridge. Displays the desired temperature setting of the Freezer temperature freezer. Monitoring Cool Select+ settings Displays the settings of the Cool Select+. Checks the accumulated power consumption of Energy monitoring the refrigerator for the last 180 days.

  • Page 54: Special Features

    Operations Special features Beverage Center The left fridge door has two handles on the bottom. To use the autofill pitcher, drink cold or purified water, press handle (B) to open the Beverage Center. A. Fridge door handle B. Beverage Center handle Water pitcher (AutoFill Pitcher) (applicable models only) Cold, purified water is always ready in the AutoFill Pitcher.
  • Page 55 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.
  • Page 56 Operations CAUTION • We recommend consuming fruit infused water within 24 hours. After that, the infused water can spoil over time. • You must clean the water pitcher after you have consumed the infused water. Also clean the water pitcher if you haven't used it for a long time. •...
  • Page 57 If the alert message does not disappear after draining, there might be a system failure. Contact your local Samsung service center. A. Type A models B. Type B models NOTE •...
  • Page 58 Operations Water dispenser (applicable models only) To dispense chilled water, open the Beverage Center and press the dispenser lever. NOTE • The dispenser will stop dispensing if you keep pushing the dispenser lever for about 1 minute. To dispense more water, release and push the lever again. •...
  • Page 59 For first-time use • Let the ice maker make ice for 1-2 days. • Discard the first 1-2 buckets of ice to remove impurities in the water supply system. Diagnosis • The overall design and/or accessories may differ with the model. •...
  • Page 60 / Ice Bites ) off. • If the ice making chime rings repeatedly, contact the waterline installer or a local Samsung service center. • Do not put food in the ice bucket. The frozen food may damage the ice maker, especially when you open or close the door.
  • Page 61 Cool Select+ divider The Cool Select+ is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control. The Cool Select+ can be used for large party trays, deli items, pizza, beverages, or miscellaneous items. CAUTION • Do not use the Cool Select+ to store most kinds of fruit or leafy vegetables.

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    Maintenance Handling and care Ice bucket (applicable models only) If you do not dispense ice for an extended period, ice may form clumps inside the bucket. If this happens, remove and empty the ice bucket. CAUTION • To prevent injury, make sure to clean up any ice or water that has fallen on the floor. •...
  • Page 63 AutoFill Pitcher (applicable models only) 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. 4.
  • Page 64 Maintenance Fridge shelves The appearance of the shelves differs by model. Top shelf 1. Lift the rear side of the shelf with one hand, and then pull it out. 2. Tilt the shelf vertically as shown in the figure. 3. Carefully pull out the shelf as shown in the figure.
  • Page 65 Quick Space shelf * • To remove a shelf, fully open the corresponding door. Hold the front of the shelf, and then gently lift up and pull out. NOTE Do not lift up the shelf fully when removing or reinserting the shelf. The rear wall of the fridge room can be dented.
  • Page 66 Maintenance Vegetable shelf NOTE You must remove the Quick Space shelf before removing the Vegetable shelf. 1. Pull the shelf out. 2. Press the front of the shelf to lift the rear side of it. 3. Hold the rear side of the shelf and tilt it vertically.
  • Page 67 Door bins • To remove the door bin, hold the front sides of the bin, and then gently lift up to remove. • To reinsert, insert the door bin slightly above its final location making sure that the back of the bin is against the door. Hold the rear of the door bin with both hands, and then press down so that it fits snugly.
  • Page 68 Maintenance Cool Select+ basket • To remove, fully open the Cool Select+ drawer. Lift up the Cool Select+ basket, and then pull out with both hands. • To reinsert, fully open the Cool Select+ drawer. While tilting up the front of the basket, insert the rear of the basket into the rail assembly.
  • Page 69 CAUTION • Do not twist the basket when removing or reinserting the basket. The basket can be scratched. • To prevent physical injury, property damage, or suffocation, keep children away from freezer baskets that have been removed. • Do not remove the divider. •...

  • Page 70: Cleaning

    Maintenance Cleaning Interior and exterior WARNING • Do not use benzene, thinner, home/car detergent, or Clorox™ to clean the refrigerator. They may damage the surface of the refrigerator and cause a fire. • Do not spray water onto the refrigerator. This may cause 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.

  • Page 71: Replacement

    • 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 is not responsible for any damage that may occur from use of third-party water filters.
  • Page 72 - To prevent water leaks from the filter opening, pull the cartridge straight out while removing it. 5. Insert a new filter cartridge. Use only Samsung-provided or approved filters. 6. Turn the cartridge knob clockwise to lock into place. 7. Close the filter cartridge cover.
  • Page 73 Door panel (applicable models only) You can select the door panel you prefer for your BESPOKE refrigerator. Purchase the door panel at a Samsung retail store and an authorized installer will install the panel for you. CAUTION • Disassembling or assembling the door panel on your own may result in product damage or personal injury.

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting

    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 • Power cord is not plugged • Properly plug in the power in properly.
  • Page 75 Odors Symptom Possible causes Solution • Clean the refrigerator and • Spoiled food. remove any spoiled food. Refrigerator has odors. • Make sure strong smelling • Food with strong odors. food is wrapped airtight. Frost Symptom Possible causes Solution Frost around the •...
  • Page 76 • Water line is not connected properly or water supply is not on. Water does not dispense. • Use only Samsung-provided or approved filters. • A third-party water filter • Unapproved filters may was installed. leak and damage the refrigerator.

  • Page 77: Do You Hear Abnormal Sounds From The Refrigerator

    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.
  • Page 78 Troubleshooting • As the refrigerator cools or freezes, refrigerant gas moves through sealed pipes, causing bubbling sounds. Bubbling! • 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.

  • Page 79: Smartthings

    • The old Samsung Smart Refrigerator app cannot connect with fails to operate. Samsung Smart Home models. • You must log into your Samsung account to use the app. • Make sure that your router is operating normally. The SmartThings •...

  • Page 80: Open Source Announcement

    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-6 80 2022-05-17 12:12:09...
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  • Page 84 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Country Contact Center Web Site SOUTH AFRICA 0860 SAMSUNG (726 7864) www.samsung.com/za/support DA68-04402E-00 Untitled-6 84 2022-05-17 12:12:09...

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