Samsung RSG257AA manual

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    Refrigerator user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung pr oduct. T o receive mor e complete service or accessory parts, please register your pr oduct at or contact www .samsung.com/r egister 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) English Free Standing Appliance DA99-01746A (EN)-19.indd 1 14. 1. 18. �� 11:42[...]

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    2_ Features of your new Refrigerator KEY FEA TURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERA TOR Y our Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator comes equipped with many space-saving, innovative storage and energy-efficient featur es. • T win Cooling Plus™ The Refrigerator and Freezer have separate evaporators. Due to this independent cooling system, the Freezer and Refr[...]

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    safety information _3 Safety Information SAFETY INFORMA TION Befor e using your new Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator , please r ead this manual thoroughly to ensur e that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the featur es and functions that your new appliance of fers. Because the following instruction covers various models, the characte[...]

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    Do not put undue stress on the power cor d or place heavy articles on it. • Placing heavy articles on the power cord cr eate the risk of explosion or fire. Do not insert the power plug with wet hands. • It may cause electric shock. Do not put a container filled with water on the Refrigerator . • If it spills, it may cause fire or electric [...]

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    CAUTION SIGNS If the electrical wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. • There is a risk of electric shock or fir e. Have the plug looked at by a licensed electrician. Never unplug your Refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. • Always grip the power cord firmly and pull straight out fr om the outlet. Y anking or pulling on the[...]

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    Do not place the refrigerator dir ectly in sunlight. The appliance must be positioned for easy access to power source. If the power cord is damaged, it must be r eplaced by the manufacturer , a certified service agent or qualified service personnel. If you have a long vacation planned, empty the Refrigerator and turn it off. • W ipe excess mois[...]

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    Contents SETTING UP YOUR SIDE-BY -SIDE REFRIGERA TOR 08 OPERA TING THE SAMSUNG SIDE-BY -SIDE REFRIGERA TOR 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 29 WARRANTY 30 8 Getting ready to install the r efrigerator 10 Setting up the refrigerator doors 13 Levelling the refrigerator 14 Making minor adjustments to the doors 15 Checking the water dispenser line 16 Installing the w[...]

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    8_ setting up setting up your side-by-side refrigerator GETTING READY TO INST ALL THE REFRIGERA TOR Congratulations on the purchase of your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator . We hope you will enjoy the many state-of-the-art features and ef ficiencies that this new appliance has to offer . Selecting the best location for the refrigerator • Selec[...]

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    setting up _9 SETTING UP THE REFRIGERA TOR Now that you have your new Refrigerator installed in place, you are r eady to set up and enjoy the features and functions of the appliance. By completing the following steps, your Refrigerator should be fully operational. If not, first check the power supply and electricity source or try the tr oubleshooti[...]

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    10_ setting up setting up your side-by-side refrigerator SETTING UP THE REFRIGERA TOR DOORS If your entrance won’t allow the r efrigerator to pass easily through it, you can r emove the doors. Removing the Fr ont Leg Cover First, open both the freezer and r efrigerator doors, and then take off the fr ont leg cover by tur ning the three scr ews co[...]

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    setting up _11 Removing the fr eezer door A few things to mention first. • Make sure that you lift the door straight up so the hinges ar e not bent or broken. • Be careful not to pinch the water tubing and wir e har ness on the door . • Place doors on a protected surface to pr event scratching or damage. 1. W ith the Freezer door closed, r e[...]

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    12_ setting up Removing the Fridge Door 1. W ith the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover 1 using a scr ewdriver . 2. Remove hinge screws 2 and the gr ound screw 3 by turning counter -clockwise, and take off the upper hinge 4 . Be careful that the door does not fall on you as you ar e removing it. 3. Remove the door from the lower hinge 5 by l[...]

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    setting up _13 01 SETTING UP LEVELLING THE REFRIGERA TOR Now that the doors are back on the r efrigerator , you want to make sure the r efrigerator 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. The front of the r efrigerator is also adjustable. Before lev[...]

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    14_ setting up MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DOORS Remember , a level r efrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on levelling the r efrigerator . When the door of the freezer is higher than the fridge In the case of the process to corr ect the imbalance is the same. Open the door[...]

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    setting up _15 CHECKING THE W A TER DISPENSER LINE A water dispenser is one of the helpful features on your new Samsung Refrigerator . T o help pr omote better health, the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles fr om your water . However , it does not sterilize or destroy micr oorganisms. Y ou may need to purchase a water purifying system[...]

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    16_ setting up setting up your side-by-side refrigerator INST ALLING THE W A TER LINE Connecting the water line to the Refrigerator . There ar e several items that you need to purchase to complete this connection. Y ou may find these items sold as a kit at your local har dware store. • 1/4” compression nut • plastic tubing • copper tubing [...]

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    setting up _17 4. Remove the filter cap and insert the filter into the filter housing. 5. Slowly turn the water filter 90º clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover , locking the filter in position. Make sure to align the water filter label mark with center of cover filter printing as illustrated. Remember , do not over - tight[...]

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    operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Using the Contr ol Panel / Digital Display Power Freeze Button Speeds up the time needed to freeze pr oducts in the freezer . This can be helpful if you need to quickly freeze items that spoil easily or if the temperatur e in the freezer has warmed dramatically (For example, if the door was left open)[...]

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    USING THE DIGIT AL DISPLA Y “ Freezer T emp.” indicates the current Fr eezer temperature. “ Fridge T emp.” indicates the current Fridge temperature. When not in use the Display will turn off, this is normal. Power Fr eeze This icon will light up when you activate the “ Power Freeze ” featur e. “ Power Freeze ” is gr eat for times wh[...]

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    Ice Of f This icon will light up when you activate the “Ice Off” featur e. In this case, the ice will not be produced. When ICE OFF blinks on the display panel, reinsert the bucket and/or make sur e it’ s installed pr operly. Child Lock This icon will light up when you activate the “Lock” feature. In this case, you won’ t be able to use[...]

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    operating _21 02 OPERA TING operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator USING THE ICE AND COLD W A TER DISPENSER Using the W ater Dispenser Press the W ater button. Place your cup the water outlet and push gently against the dispenser pad. Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water fr om splashing out. T o get cooler[...]

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    STORING FOOD The Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum space saving features and functions. Her e are some of the customized compartments we have cr eated to keep your food fresher , longer . Remember , in order to pr event odor penetration to the ice, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight [...]

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    Storing Food in the Fr eezer Ice Maker Bucket Shelves Can be used to store all types of fr ozen food. Door Bins Can be used for small packages of frozen food. Drawers Best used to store meats or dry foods. Stored food should be wrapped secur ely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials or containers. Storing Food in the Fridge Dairy Bin Can [...]

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    operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator REMOVING THE FREEZER/FRIDGE ACCESSORIES Cleaning and rearranging the interior of the fr eezer is a snap. 1. Shelves (Freezer/Fridge) Remove the shelf by pulling the shelf out to the hole point as shown at the right figure, then turn and lift it up. 2. Door Bin Remove the Door Bin by holding it with b[...]

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    CLEANING THE REFRIGERA TOR 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. Y ou can r emove the drawers and shelves for a more thor ough cleaning. Just ma[...]

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    operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior light of the r efrigerator . - Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock. If you experience difficulty when changing the light, contact your service center . Changing the LED T ype Lighting Do not disas[...]

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    4. Once you have completed this process, hold the Ice Of f button simultaneously for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule. 5. Lastly, Flush 3 gallons through filter befor e use (flush approximately 6 minutes) Make sure that water flows clearly again befor e drinking. 6. See installing the water filter instructions page 16. A newly installed [...]

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    28_ operating USING THE ICE MAKER T o Remove the Ice Bucket - Hold the handle as shown in figure1. - Slightly pull up the bottom part. - T ake out the ice bucket slowly. T o Refit The Ice Bucket - Assemble it in the reverse or der of disassembly. - Push the bucket in firmly until you hear a clicking sound. - When the bucket does not fit into it[...]

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    troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION The refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently . • Check that the power plug is properly connected. • Is the temperature contr ol on the display panel set to the correct temperature? T ry setting it to a lower temperature. • Is the refrigerator in dir ect sunlight or located too near [...]

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    30_ warranty W arranty SAMSUNG REFRIGERA TOR LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This Samsung brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electr onics America, Inc. (Samsung) and delivered new , in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser , is warranted by Samsung against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship[...]

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    THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPL Y AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS ST A TED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY [...]

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    In an effort to pr omote recycling this user manual is printed on r ecycled paper . Scan the QR code* or visit www .samsung.com/spsn to view our helpful How-to Videos and Live Shows * Requires r eader to be installed on your smartphone QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTR Y CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE A T WRITE U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www .samsung.com/[...]