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RFG298AA

Refrigerator
user manual

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Features of your new Refrigerator
Key features of your new refrigerator
Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient
features.

• Twin Cooling System

The Refrigerator and Freezer have separate evaporators. Due to this independent cooling system,
the Freezer and Refrigerator cool more efficiently. Additionally, this separate air flow system prevents
food odor of one compartment from seeping into other compartments.

• Cool Select PantryTM

The Cool Select pantryTM is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control.

• Bigger & Wider Space

The wide shelf area and pantry provide enough space for larger items like a pizza box, etc.
The wide freezer drawer also provides enough space for 2~3 turkeys.

• Secure Auto Close

The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open.

• Compact Ice Maker

The Ice maker can dispense cubed or crushed ice.

• Digital Display and Temperature Control
• Water Filtration System
• Door Alarm
A helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar.

• Tilting Pocket

The Tilting pocket can be used to store up to a 16” pizza.

• Auto Pull Out Drawer

The upper drawer in the freezer comes out automatically as you just open the freezer door.

• Super Extended Drawer

The upper drawer in the Freezer comes out until it is approached to the Tilting Pocket.

• Easy Handle

Freezer door can be opened with less effort.

• Energy Star

This Energy star labeled product may save you money on your energy costs.

• Dual Ice Maker

The Refrigerator and freezer have each ice maker. Due to second Ice maker, could provides more
cubed and crushed ice.

For easy future reference, write the model and serial
number down. You will find your model number and
serial number on the left side of the refrigerator.
2_ Features

Model #
Serial #

Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to
ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new
appliance offers.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Because the following instruction covers various models, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may
differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any question, contact us at
1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www.samsung.com.

Important safety symbols and precautions:
WARNING

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property
damage.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
Note.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
• 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.
• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose to the heat from stoves, room
heaters or other appliance.
• Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power board. The refrigerator
should always be plugged into its own individual electrical which has a voltage rating that
matched the rating plate.
- This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits,
which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

Safety Information _3

Safety Information
• 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 cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.
• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy articles on it.
• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and
pull straight out from the outlet.
- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.
• Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator.
- 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.
- If you connect the power plug upside down, wire can get cut off and cause fire or electric shock.
• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
- This constitutes a fire hazard.
• Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the refrigerator.
• Keep the packing materials out of reach of children.
- There is a risk of death from suffocation if children put them on their head.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.
• The Refrigerator must be safely grounded
- Always make sure that you have grounded the Refrigerator before attempting to investigate
or repair any part of the appliance. Power leakages can cause severe electric shock.
• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground.
WARNING
- Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a
3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.
The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC115-120 V, 10 A, or more. If a
grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.
• If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced immediately by the manufacturer or its service agent.
CAUTION

CAUTION SIGNS for INSTALLATION
• Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface.
- If your refrigerator is not level, the internal cooling system may not work correctly.
• Keep ventilation opening in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstruction.
• Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation.

WARNING

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS for USING
• Do not insert the power plug with wet hands.
• 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.
• Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator.
- If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not let children hang on the door. If not, a serious injury may occur.
• Do not let children enter inside of the refrigerator. There is a risk of children entrapment.

4_ Safety Information

WARNING

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS for USING
• Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance.
- Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.
• Do not let children step on drawer’s cover.
- It can be broken and cause slip accident.
• Do not overfill the refrigerator with food.
- When you open the door, an item may fall out and cause personal injury or material
damage.
• Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or products stored in the freezer with wet hands.
- This may cause frostbite.
• Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole, ice chute and ice maker bucket.
- It may cause personal injury or material damage.
• Do not spray inflammable gas near the refrigerator.
- There is a risk of explosion or fire.
• Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the refrigerator.
- The storage of benzene, thinner, alcohol, ether, LP gas and other such products may cause
explosions.
• Do not store pharmaceuticals products, scientific materials or temperature sensitive
products in the refrigerator.
- Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the refrigerator.
• Do not place or use electrical appliance inside the refrigerator, unless they are of a type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• Do not disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.
- You run risk of causing a fire, malfunction and/or personal injury.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not fall out.
• This product is intended only for the storage of food in a domestic environment.
• If a gas 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.
• Use only the LED Lamps provided by manufacturer or service agents
• Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior lamps of the refrigerator.
- Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.
• If you smell pharmaceutical or smoke, pull out power plug immediately and contact your
Samsung Electronics service center.
• If you experience difficulty when changing the light, contact service agents.
• 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

CAUTION

CAUTION SIGNS for USING
• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment. Do not put bottles or
glass containers in the freezer.
- When the contents freeze, the glass may break and cause personal injury.

Safety Information _5

Safety Information
• Service warranty and Modification.
- Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not
covered under Samsung warranty service, nor can Samsung be responsible for safety issues
that result from 3rd party modifications.
• Do not block air holes.
- If the air holes are blocked, especially with a plastic bag, the refrigerator can be over cooled. If
this cooling period lasts too long, the water filter may break and cause water leakage.
• 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.
- Deterioration in the insulation may cause fire.
Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open.
- Otherwise, odor and mold may develop.
• To get Best performance of product,
- Do not place foods too closely in front of the vents at the rear of the appliance as it can
obstruct free air circulation in the refrigerator compartment.
- Wrap the food up properly or place it in airtight containers before put it into the refrigerator.
• Fill water tank, ice tray, water cubes only with potable water.
• When the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact you
Samsung Electronics service center.

CAUTION

CAUTION SIGNS for CLEANING
• Do not directly spray water inside or outside the refrigerator.
- There is a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins. But do not use a wet or
damp cloth when cleaning the plug, remove any foreign material or dust from the power
plug pins.
- Otherwise there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs.

WARNING

SEVERE warning signs for DisPosaL
DANGER : Risk of child entrapment, Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer.
- Take off the doors.
- Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
• Please dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally friendly
manner.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. Ensure that none
of the pipes on the back of the appliance are damaged prior to disposal.
• When disposing of this or other refrigerator/s, remove the door/door seals, door latch so
that small children or animals cannot become trapped inside.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Cyclopentane used as a insulation blowing gas. The gases in insulation material require
special disposal procedure. Please contact your local authorities in regard to the
environmentally safe disposal of this product. Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of
the appliances are damaged prior to disposal. The pipes shall be broke in the open space.

6_ Safety Information

Contents
SETTING UP YOUR
FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR

OPERATING your
FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR

TROUBLESHOOTING

08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator
09 Removing the refrigerator doors
11 Disassemble the Freezer Drawer
12 Reattaching the refrigerator doors
14 Assemble the Freezer Drawer
15 Adjusting the doors
16 Making minor adjustments between doors
17 Adjusting the freezer drawer level
18 Checking the water dispenser line
19 Installing the water line

21 Controlling the Temperature
22 Using the Digital display
24 Using the cold water dispenser
26 Parts and Features
27 Storing food in the refrigerator
27 Storing food in the freezer drawer
28 Using the Cool Select Pantry™
29 Removing the refrigerator accessories
30 Using the doors
30 Using the tilting pocket
31 Removing the freezer accessories
32 Water Filter Chart
33 Water Filter Certi fication
34 Food Storage Tips
36 Cleaning the refrigerator
37 Changing the interior lights
38 Changing the water filter

39 Troubleshooting

39
WARRANTY

40 Warranty

40
Contents _7

Setting up your French Door Refrigerator
GEttinG READy to instALL tHE REFRiGERAtoR
Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung French Door Refrigerator. We hope you enjoy the state-of-art
features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers.
Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator
• A location with easy access to the water supply.
• A location without direct exposure to sunlight.
• A location with level (or nearly level) flooring.
• A location with enough space for the Refrigerator doors to
open easily.
• Allow sufficient space for air circulation of the internal
cooling system.
If the Refrigerator does not have enough space, the internal
cooling system may not work properly.
First thing! Make sure that you can easily move your Refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways
(both width and height), thresholds, ceilings, stairways, etc.
B

The following chart details the exact height and depth of Samsung
French Door Refrigerator.

Model

Depth
“A”

Width
“B”

Height
“C”

Overall
Height “D”

Depth
“E”

RFG298AA

33”
(83.8cm)

35-3/4”
(90.8cm)

68-1/2 ”
(174.4cm)

69-3/4”
(177.3cm)

35-5/8 ”
(90.5cm)

E
C

• A
llow clearance to the right, left, back and top when installing. This will help reduce power
consumption and keep your energy bills lower.
• D
o not install the Refrigerator where the temperature will go below 50ºF (10ºC).
• D
o not locate the refrigerator where the wet condition.
CAUTION

When moving your refrigerator
To prevent floor damage be sure the front adjusting
legs are in the up position(above the floor).
Refer to ‘Adjusting the doors’ in the manual
(on page 15).

Flat-blade screw driver(-)

FLOORING
For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a level
surface of hard material that is the same height as the rest of the
flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully
loaded refrigerator, or approximately 328lbs (150kg). To protect the
finish of the flooring, cut a large section of the cardboard carton and
place under the refrigerator where you are working. When moving
the refrigerator, be sure to pull it straight out and push back in
straight.
8_ Setting Up

Control Lever

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.

Check the accessories listed below.

Water filter

Hex wrench

Fastener

Compression fitting

Compression nut

Cap Top Table

Required Tools(Not provided)

Philips screwdriver(+)

Flat-blade screwdriver(-)

Socket wrench (7/16”)

Pliers

Allen wrench(3/16”)

Removing the refrigerator doors
Some installations require door removal to transport the Refrigerator to its final location.
Do not remove the door/drawer if it is not needed. Before removing the door/drawer make sure you read
following items.
WARNING

Disconnect power to the Refrigerator before removing doors or drawers.
• B
e careful not to drop the door and door scratch and damage while removing the door/drawer.
• B
e careful not to get injured while removing the door/drawer.
• A
fter reattaching the door/drawer.
It is possible to have sweat by air leakage.
It is possible to have uneven door alignment.
It is possible to have more energy bills.

Disassemble the Refrigerator doors
WARNING

Be careful not to drop and scratch the doors while
removing the doors.

Disassemble the Refrigerator doors
1. A
fter door opened, remove the hinge cover cap ( 1 )
with a flat-blade screwdriver, and close the door.
Remove the 3 screws holding down the hinge cover
( 2 ) and remove it.

Setting Up _9

01 SETTING UP

1. Place the Refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the
Refrigerator. Refer to installation instructions in this manual.
2. Once the Refrigerator is plugged in, make sure the interior light comes on when you open the doors.
3. Set the Temperature control to the coldest temperature and wait for an hour. The Freezer will get slightly
chilled and the motor will run smoothly.
4. After powering the Refrigerator, it will take a few hours to reach the appropriate temperature. You can
store food and drinks in the Refrigerator after the temperature is sufficiently cool.

Setting up your French Door Refrigerator
2. D
isconnect two connectors ( 3 )
at each side of the top cap and the
one connector ( 4 ) on left side door.
Remove the tube ( 5 ) with pressing the
dark gray color part ( 6 ) of the water
line coupler.
CAUTION

If a red clip is on the coupler, it must
be removed before removing the tube.

4
Red Clip
(1/4”)

Cabinet
Tube

Dispenser
Door Tube

5
Cabinet
Tube

Red Clip
(1/4”)

Dispenser
Door Tube

Socket wrench

3. Remove

the 3 hex head bolts ( 7 ) attached to
the upper left and right door hinges with a socket
wrench(7/16inch”).
Remove the ground screw ( 8 ) attached to the upper
left and right door hinges with a philips screw driver(+).
Remove the upper left and right door hinges ( 9 ).

9
7
9

4. Lift the door straight up to remove.

5. R
emove the screw( 10 ) attached to the lower left and right
door hinges with a philips screwdriver(+).
R
emove the 2 hex head bolts( 11 ) attached to the lower left
and right door hinges with an allen wrench(3/16”).
R
emove the lower left and right door hinges ( 12 ).

12
10
11

Allen wrench

10_ Setting Up

disassemble the freezer drawer
1. Take out the upper drawer by lifting it up.

SlotSlot

1
2

3. T
ake out the lower basket( 3 ) by lifting the basket up from
the rail system.
3

4. R
emove 4 hex head bolts from both sides with a socket wrench(7/16”).

5. L
ift up the freezer door from the rails.

Setting Up _11

01 SETTING UP

2. R
emove the tilting pocket( 1 ) by pulling both support guards ( 2 )
upward at the same time.

Setting up your French Door Refrigerator
REAttACHinG tHE REFRiGERAtoR DooRs
Assemble the Refrigerator doors
1. Reattach the lower left and right door hinges ( 12 ).
W
ith a Philips head screwdriver, insert and tighten the
screw ( 10 ) into the lower left and right door hinges.
W
ith a allen wrench(7/16”), insert and tighten the 2
hex head bolts ( 11 ) into the lower left and right door
hinges.

12
10
11

Allen wrench

2. P
lace the hole in the bottom of the door over the Door
hinge ( 12 ).
Be careful not to miss the hinge cap because it can
be easily taken off.

3. Insert the upper hinges ( 9 ) into the holes at the top of
the doors.
Insert and tighten the 3 hex head bolts ( 7 ) into
the upper left and right door hinges with a socket
wrench(7/16”).
Insert and tighten the ground screw ( 8 ) into the upper
left and right door hinges with a philips screwdriver(+).

12_ Setting Up

Socket wrench

8
7

REAttACHinG tHE REFRiGERAtoR DooRs
4. C
onnect the water line ( 5 ) and then insert a clip
on the coupler with pulling tube. Connect the one
connector( 4 ) on left side door and two connectors
( 3 ) at each side of the top cap.

The clip is enveloped inside of the top cap.

01 SETTING UP

CAUTION

The water line ( 5 ) must be fully inserted to the marked line to prevent
water leakage from the dispenser.

coupler

5. P
osition the top table ( 2 ) in place. Insert and tighten
the 3 screws into the hinge cover with a philips screw
driver(+). After door opened, reinsert the cap-top table
( 1 ) and close the doors.
2

When reattaching the hinge cover, make sure that the
wires are not pressed or damaged by the hinge cover.
1

Setting Up _13

Setting up your French Door Refrigerator
assemble the freezer drawer
1. Tighten 4 hex head bolts completely with a socket wrench(7/16inch).

Slot

2. A
ttach the freezer door front onto the open slots on the sides.

Slot

3. T
ighten 4 hex head bolts completely with a socket wrench(7/16inch).

4. Insert the lower basket ( 6 ) into the rail system.

5. H
ook the ends of the tilting pocket ( 7 ) onto the support guard
and push down until they lock into place.
7
8

6. Insert the upper drawer.
Remove the 2 tapes( 1 ) that attached side of drawer bin after installation.
Reattached the tapes on the same position when you will move the
refrigerator to prevent scratch on the drawer bin.

14_ setting up

ADJustinG tHE DooRs

CAUTION

Both control levers must be surely touching the floor to avoid the possible personal injury or property damage
because of tipping.
We do not recommend making small adjustments with the control lever. Instead, refer to the next page for the best
way to make minor adjustments to the doors.

Screwdriver(-) Control Lever

Control Lever

Screwdriver

setting up _15

01 SETTING UP

After putting the doors back on the refrigerator, 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.
Also it is possible to sweat in the refrigerator and ask more energy bills.
For example, when the left side is lower than the right side, insert a flat-blade screwdriver into a notch on the left
control lever, and turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the door.
Turning it clockwise to raise the refrigerator and counterclockwise to lower it.
For the left side is higher, do it with right lever.

Setting up your French Door Refrigerator
MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN DOORS
Remember a level Refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the
previous section on leveling the Refrigerator.
When the left
door is lower
than the right
door.

When the left
door is higher
than the right
door.

Adjustment
part

1. Pull out the freezer drawer ( 1 ), then you can see the lower hinge ( 2 ).
2. Insert the supplied allen wrench(3/16”) ( 3 ) into the shaft (4) of the lower hinge.
3. Please adjust the height by turning the hex wrench ( 3 ) clockwise (
) or counter-clockwise (

2
3

4
1

When you turn the hex wrench counter-clockwise(

), the door will move up.

1. A
fter adjusting the doors, please insert the supplied fastener-ring ( 5 ) using a pair of pliers ( 6 ) in the
gap between the hinge-grommet ( 7 ) and the lower hinge ( 8 ). The number of fastener-rings you’ll
need to insert depends on the gap.

Two fastener-rings are enclosed with the refrigerator.
The thickness of each fastener-ring is 0.04 inch.
16_ Setting Up

ADJUSTING THE FREEZER DRAWER LEVEL
Adjustment part

Freezer Drawer
01 SETTING UP

1. Locate the height-adjuster ( 1 ) in the freezer drawer.
Unscrew the 8 Phillips screws ( 2 ) slightly to loosen the door.

2. Loosen the controller screw( 3 ) with a Phillips screwdriver(+).
3

3. Find the best level to align the door slope.

Example) The slope is about 2mm (0.08inch) as shown below.
- Rotate the height adjuster to -2.0 to reduce the door slope.
Slope

Reference
plane

After adjustment, tighten the controller screw ( 3 ) and then philips screws.
Setting Up _17

Setting up your French Door Refrigerator
CHECKinG tHE wAtER DisPEnsER LinE
A water dispenser is one of the helpful features on your new Refrigerator. To help promote better
health, the water filter removes unwanted particles from your water. However, it does not sterilize or
destroy microorganisms. You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that.
In order for the ice maker to operate properly, a water pressure of 20~125 psi is required.
Under normal conditions, a 170 cc (5.75 oz.) cup can be filled in 10 seconds.
If the Refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 20psi), you can install a booster pump to
compensate for the low pressure.
Make sure the water storage tank inside the Refrigerator is properly filled. To do this, press the water dispenser
lever until the water runs from the water outlet.
Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from your dealer. We recommend using a water supply
kit that contains copper tubing.

Connecting to the water supply line

1. First, shut off the main water supply line and turn the ice-maker off.
2. Locate the nearest cold water drinking line.
3. A
fter connecting the water supply to the water filter, turn your main water supply back on and flush four
or more gallons into a bucket to clear and prime the water filter.

18_ Setting Up

Shut off valve

Cold water line

Pipe clamp

Water line installation kit

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
Connecting the water supply 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.
1/4” compression nut
plastic tubing

copper tubing
ferrule

Refrigerator
01 SETTING UP

Compression nut
(1/4”) (Supplied)

Plastic tubing
(Supplied)

Compression fitting
(Supplied)

Molded end(Bulb)

Ferrule
(Not supplied)

Compression nut
(1/4”) (Not supplied)

Copper tubing or Plastic tubing
(Not supplied)

(Not supplied)

Household water supply line
1. Slip the compression nut through the supplied plastic tubing .
2. T
ighten the compression nut onto the 1/4” compression fitting.
- If you are using copper tubing, slip the compression nut (not supplied) and ferrule (not supplied) on
copper tubing (not supplied) as shown.
- If you are using plastic tubing , insert the molded end(Bulb) of the plastic tubing into the
compression fitting.
Do not use without the molded end(Bulb) of the plastic tubing .
3. Tighten the compression nut onto the compression fitting. Do not over-tighten the compression nut .
4. Turn water on and check for any leakage.

CAUTION

Only connect the water line to a drinkable water source.
If you have to repair or disassemble the water line, cut off 1/4“ of the plastic tubing to make sure you get a snug,
leak-free connection.

Installing the water filter.
After remove the right side upper shelf, you can install the
water filter more easily.
1. Remove the water filter cover( 1 )
2. Remove the fixed cap( 2 ) by turning it counter clockwise. Keep
the cap in a safe place for later use if you don’t use the filter.
3. R
emove the water filter( 3 ) from the box and put a
replacement indicator sticker on the filter as shown. Place
the sticker on the filter that dates six months in the future. For
example, if you install the water filter in March, put the “SEP”
sticker on the filter to remind you to replace it in September.
This way, you can remember the time to replace the water
filter. Normally, a filter life is about 6 months.

Indicator sticker
(month indicator)

Setting Up _19

Setting up your French Door Refrigerator
4. R
emove 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 overtighten.
Separation
of filter cap(red)

Cover filter.

Turn until the label
is aligned.

Removing any residual matter inside the water supply line
after installing the water filter.
1. T
urn on the main water supply & turn off the valve to the water supply line.
2. R
un water through the dispenser until the water runs clear (approx. 67minutes). This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the
lines.
3. Additional flushing may be required in some households.
4. O
pen the Refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming
from the water filter.

Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly or water may from it.
This is due to the fact that there is still air in the line.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
IMPORTANT : The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water
inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the
reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa.)
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):
• C
heck to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if
necessary.
• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.
• If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a
reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

20_ Setting Up

Operating your French Door
Refrigerator
Using the control panel
02 OPERATING

(

) Energy Saver

Press the Energy Saver button for better energy efficiency. If water drops appear on the doors, turn the
Energy Saver function off.

(

) Freezer/hold
3 sec for
Power Freezer

Press the Freezer / hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button to set the Freezer to your desired temperature.
You can set the temperature between -8°F and 8°F. Press and hold the Freezer/hold 3 sec for Power
freezer button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed to freeze products in the Freezer. It can be helpful
if you need to quickly freeze because easily spoiled items or if the temperature in the Freezer has warmed
dramatically (For example, if the door was left open).

(

) Alarm / hold 3 sec
for Filter Reset

Press the Alarm / hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button to turn off the door open alarm.(Atfirst alarm mode
is On ) After removing the old water filter and installing a new one, reset the indicator by pressing and holding
this button for 3 seconds. (The indicator is light at first and will light again in about 6 months to let you know it
is time to change your water filter.)

(

) Lighting

Press the Lighting button to turn on the Dispenser LED lamp.

(

) Fridge / hold
3 sec for Power
Cool

Press the Fridge / hold 3 sec for Power Cool button to set the fridge to your desired temperature.
You can set the temperature between 34°F and 46°F.
Press and hold the Fridge / hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed
to cool products in the Refrigerator. It can be helpful if you need to quickly cool because easily spoiled items or
if the temperature in the fridge has warmed dramatically (For example, if the door was left open).

(

) Ice off / Hold 3
sec for Child Lock

Press the Ice OFF / hold 3 sec for Child Lock button to turn the fridge or freezer ice making function off. If
you press this button for 3 seconds, the display and dispenser will be locked.

(

) Ice Type

Press the Ice Type button to select your desired ice type. Cubed and crushed ice modes will be alternatively
changed whenever you press the button. This mode can not be used with the Water mode simultaneously.

(

) Water

Press the Water button to dispense water. This mode can not be used with the Ice Type mode
simultaneously. Water mode will be off if you press the Ice Type button.

CAUTION

ome buttons(key) make activate after press the button, but the others activate when the press button at
S
the same time. (This difference makes different feeling that out of order, but it is right process because
different function.)
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Refrigerator
USING THE DIGITAL DISPLAY
Freezer Temp ( 1 ) indicates the current freezer temperature.
Fridge Temp ( 2 ) indicates the current refrigerator temperature.
If do not press any button in a few seconds, freezer & fridge temp indicator will turn off. And when
press any button after indicator turn off, indicator will light up again.

Power Freeze
This icon will light up when you press the Freezer / Hold 3 sec for Power Freezer button for 3 seconds.
Power Freeze is great when you need a lot of ice. When you have enough ice, just press the same button
again for 3 seconds to cancel the Power Freeze mode. After 2 and a half hours, Power Freeze mode will
turn off automatically for your safe and decrease consumption of energy.

Cubed Ice

, Crushed Ice

, Water

Enjoy cubed or crushed ice by selecting your preference from the digital control panel. If you don’t need
ice, turn the function off to save on water and energy consumption. Each Ice type icon will light up
depending on what is currently chosen.

Power Cool
This icon will light up when you press the Fridge / Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds. For a
quick fridge cool down, use Power Cool mode. If you want to cancel the Power Cool mode, just press the
same button again for 3 seconds. After 2 and a half hours, Power cool mode will turn off automatically for your
safe and decrease consumption of energy.

Filter
When the filter indicator light is on, it is time to change the filter. Typically this happens about every 6 months.
The filter indicator will be Blue(Yellow Green) when you initially insert the water filter.
The filter indicator will be Light Pink(Amber) when you have used your water filter for 270Gallon.
The filter indicator will be Red when you have used your water filter for 300Gallon.
After removing the old water filter and installing a new one(see page 38 for instructions on how to do this)
when the filter indicator is red, reset the indicator by pressing and holding the “Alarm/Hold 3 sec for Filter
Reset” button for 3 seconds.(The filter indicator will be blue or yellow green when reset the indicator.)

Cooling off Mode (“OF & OF” code on the display)
Cooling Off stops cooling in the freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to
the refrigerator. To use this feature, press Energy Saver Button and Freezer/ hold 3sec for Power Freezer
Button simultaneously for 3 seconds until an alarm sound is heard. To cancel this mode, press the same buttons
again for 3seconds. Even though power is turned off and then back on, it remain in Cooling off mode.
This function is for store display refrigerators. It is not for customer use.
22_ Operating

Energy saver
This icon will light up when you activate the “Energy Saver” function. The Energy Saver function is automatically set to
“ON” when power is supplied to the Refrigerator. If condensation occurs on the doors, turn the Energy Saver function off.

Lighting
This icon will light up when you activate the “Lighting” feature. In this case, the dispenser light(under the
display) will be on constantly. If you would like the dispenser light to come on only when using the dispenser,
turn the “Lighting” feature off.

Alarm

Fridge Ice off
This icon will light up when you activate the “Fridge Ice Off” feature. In this case, the fridge ice will not be produced.

Freezer Ice off
This icon will light up when you activate the “Freezer Ice Off” feature. In this case, the freezer ice will not be
produced.
• Due to dual Ice Maker, it could spend more energy. So, we recommend if you have enough ice, use Ice
Off mode that could save energy.
• Ice dropping from Ice Maker and water pressure that supplied from your house could make some noise like
sound of water flow or hit something. It is not out of order, just different circumstance could make that noise.

Lock
This icon will light up when you activate the “Lock” feature. In this case, you won’t be able to use the control panel. If you
press and hold the Ice Off/Hold button for 3 sec to unlock Child Lock, you will be able to use the control panel again.

CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE
Basic temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments
The basic temperature and/or recommended temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments are -2°F
and 38°F respectively.
If the temperature of Freezer and Refrigerator Compartments are too high or low, adjust the temperature manually.

Controlling the Freezer temperature
The Freezer temperature can be set between 8°F and -8°F to suit
your particular needs. Press the Freezer button repeatedly until
the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display. The
temperature will move 2°F degrees each push (-2°F → -4°F → -6°F
→ -8°F → 8°F → 6°F → 4°F → 2°F → 0°F → -2°F). Keep in mind
that foods like ice cream may melt at 4°F. The temperature display
will move sequentially from -8°F to 8°F. Five seconds after the new
temperature is set, the display will show the actual current freezer
temperature until the new temperature is reached.

Using the Power Freeze
If you need a lot of ice or if you want cool down more faster, you can
use Power Freezer function. Press and holding the Freezer/Hold 3
sec for Power Freezer button for 3 seconds. Then, power freezer
indicator will lit and activate the power freeze mode independent
of freezer set temperature. If you select Power freeze, the inside
temperature of the freezer will decrease for about two and a half
hours. When you have enough ice, just press and holding the button
for 3 seconds again to cancel the Power Freeze mode. Then,
indicator will stop lit and activate for freezer setting temperature again.

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02 OPERATING

This icon will light up when you activate the “Alarm” feature. The door alarm will sound if any door is open for
more than 3 minutes. The beeping stops when you close the door. Initially the Alarm is set to on.

Operating your French Door
Refrigerator
Controlling the fridge temperature
The fridge temperature can be set between 46°F and 34°F to suit your particular needs. Press the Fridge
button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display. The temperature will
move 2°F degrees each push(38°F → 36°F → 34°F → 46°F → 44°F → 42°F → 40°F → 38°F). The temperature
control process for the Fridge works just like the Freezer process. Press the Fridge button to set your desired
temperature. After a few seconds, the Fridge will begin adjusting towards the newly set temperature. This will be
reflected in the digital display.

Using the Power Cool
For a quick Fridge cool down, use Power Cool function. Press and
holding the Fridge/Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds.
Then, power cool indicator will lit and activate the power cool mode
independent of fridge set temperature. If you select Power Cool, the
inside temperature of the fridge will decrease for about two and a half
hours or until 25°F. just press and holding the button for 3 seconds
again to cancel the Power Cool mode. Then, indicator will stop lit and
activate for freezer setting temperature again.
- The temperature of the Freezer, fridge or Pantry Room may rise
when you open the doors too frequently, or if a large amount of
warm or hot food is placed inside.
- This may cause the digital display to blink. Once the Freezer and
fridge temperature return to their normal set temperatures, the
blinking will stop.
- If the blinking continues, you may need to “reset” the Refrigerator.
Try unplugging the appliance, wait for around 10 minutes and then
plug the power cord back in.
- The temperature of the Pantry Room may be a little different according to the location inside.
- If communication between Display and Main Controller errors, Pantry Display light may blink.
Once the communication return to their normal set temperatures, the blinking will stop.
If the blinking continues for a long period of time, please contact to Samsung Electronics Service Center.

USING THE COLD WATER DISPENSER
Press the Ice type or water button to select the type of you want

No ICE

Select this if you want
to turn ice maker off.

Using the ice Dispenser
Place a glass underneath the ice dispenser and push gently against the dispenser
lever with your glass.
Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the ice from bouncing out.
CAUTION

24_ Operating

• When

Cubed Ice is selected after using the Crushed Ice mode, a small
amount of residual crushed ice might be produced.

PUSH

CAUTION

Check the water level

Test button

When you dump the ice from the ice bucket, you should press the
dispenser lever once with ice cubed or crushed function on to get new
ice faster after replacing the ice bucket in the refrigerator.
Whenever all ice is used at one time, the above step 3 and4 must be repeated
(before dispense the first 4 to 6 ice cubes, it needs waiting 8 hours). This will
replenish the ice cubes and ensure maximum ice production.

Using the water dispenser
Place a glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the water dispenser lever with your glass.
Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out.
If you have just installed the Refrigerator or just installed a new water filter, pour out the first six glassfuls of
water to flush out impurities in the water supply system. Make sure water flows cleanly before drinking.

Using the ice off Function
When selecting the Ice Off mode, remove all ice cubes from the bucket.
If you are not using the ice dispenser, the ice cubes may clump together.
Pull the lock lever forward to throw away ice cubes or remove clumped
ice from the bucket. Push the bucket back until you hear a click.
CAUTION

Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator.
The water supply to this refrigerator must only be installed/connected by a suitably qualified person and
connect to a potable water supply only.
In order to operate the ice maker properly, water pressure of 138 ~ 862Kpa is required.
If you have a long vacation or business trip and won’t use water or ice dispensers, close the water valve.
-. Otherwise, water leakage may occur.
Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open.
-. Otherwise, odor and mold may develop.
Do not put your fingers, hands or any other unsuitable objects in the chute or ice-maker bucket.
- It may result in personal injury or material damage.
Never put your finger or any other objects in the dispenser opening.
- It may cause injury.
Do not disassemble the ice maker personally. It may cause disorder.
Do not wash or spray the ice bucket with water.
Water clouding phenomenon
All water provided to refrigerators flows through the core filter which is an alkaline water filter. In this
process, the pressure in the water that has flowed out of the filter gets increased, and oxygen and
nitrogen become saturated. When this water flows out in the air, the pressure plummets and the oxygen
and nitrogen get supersaturated so that they turn into gas bubbles. The water could look misty due to
these oxygen bubbles.The water may look temporarily cloudy due to these oxygen bubbles. After a few
seconds, the water will look clear.
The water tank’s capacity is approximately one third (1/3) of a gallon.
Please wait 1 second before removing the cup after dispensing water to prevent spills. Do not pull out
the lever dispenser after taking out ice or water. It comes back automatically. Ice is made in cubes.
When you select “Crushed”, the ice maker grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice.
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02 OPERATING

CAUTION

• In
case ice doesn’t come out, pull out the ice bucket and press test
button located on the right side of ice maker.
• Do not press the test button continuously when the tray is
filled with ice or water as shown on the figure.
Water may overflow or ice jamming may occur.
• Normal Use
To fill ice bucket to maximum capacity after installation, make sure to
do the following steps.
1. Allow your refrigerator to operate and cool down for 24 hours
(or 1 full day).
2. Waiting 24 hours will allow your ice maker to cool properly.
3. Dispense 4 to 6 ice cubes into the glass.
4. After 8 and 16 hours, dispense a full glass of ice at each time.

Operating your French Door
Refrigerator
PARTS AND FEATURES
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator.
Light
Interlocking switch

Door Closer
Dairy
Compartment 1
Water Filter

FF Ice-Maker
Foldable-Shelf

Tempered glass 3
shelves

Slide-Shelf

Egg Container 4

Vertical Hinged
Section

Door Bins 2
Quick-Space
Glass Shelf

Vegetable &

5 Fruit Drawers

Cool Select 6
PantryTM

FZ Ice-Maker
Ice Bucket

Light
Auto Pull Out 7
Drawer

8 Tilting Pocket
9
Freezer
Drawer Bin

When closing the door, make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid scratching
the other door.
If the Vertical Hinged Section is reversed, put it back to the right position and close the door.
Moisture may occur at times on the Vertical Hinged Section.
The door handle may become loose over time. If this happens, tighten the bolts found on the
inside of the door.
If you close one door with a lot of force, the other door may open.
When the door opens, the interlock switch automati cally turns off the auger motor in the ice maker for
safety reasons.

26_ Operating

Storing Food in the Refrigerator
The Samsung French Door 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. In order to further prevent odor from seeping
into the ice compartment, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible.
Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine,
yogurt or cream cheese bricks

( 2 ) DOOR BINS

Designed to handle large, bulky items such as gallons of milk or
other large bottles and containers.

( 3 ) TEMPERED GLASS
SHELVES

Designed to be crack-resistant, the shelves can be used to store all
types of food and drinks. Circular marks on the glass surface are a
normal phenomenon and can usually be wiped clean with a damp cloth.

( 4 ) EGG CONTAINER

Best place to keep eggs.
Place the container on the shelf for easy access.

( 5 ) VEGETABLE & FRUIT
DRAWERS

Used to preserve the freshness of your stored vegetables and fruits.
This drawer could control the level of humidity for items that must
keep the enough moisture. Keep vegetables and fruits separate when
possible.

( 6 ) COOL SELECT
PANTRY™

Can be used for large party trays, deli items, pizzas, beverages
or miscellaneous items.

02 OPERATING

( 1 ) DAIRY
COMPARTMENT

Do not place any large articles of food under the lamp in the Refrigerator. An air sensor is located near
the lamp and if the sensor is blocked, your Refrigerator may become too cold. Please place vegetable
and fruits in the vegetable and fruit drawers to avoid freezing them. If the food in your Refrigerator
becomes frozen, please set the temperature higher.

Storing Food in the Freezer Drawer
( 7 ) AUTO PULL OT &
SUPER EXTENDED
DRAWER

Best used to store meats or dry foods. Stored food should be
placed in a container or wrapped securely using foil or other suitable
wrapping materials.

( 8 ) TILTING POCKET

Can be used for small packages of frozen food.
You can store a 16” pizza.

( 9 ) FREEZER DRAWER
BIN

Can be used to store meat and dry foods.
Stored food should be placed in a container or wrapped
securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials.

Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not tip and fall out when the Refrigerator door is
opened.
If you plan to go away for a long time, empty the Refrigerator and turn it off. Wipe the excess moisture
from the inside of the appliance and leave the doors open. It is help to maintain the refrigerator for a long
times from the odor or mold.
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Operating your French Door
Refrigerator
USING THE COOL SELECT PANTRY™
The Cool Select Pantry™ is a full-width drawer with adjustable
temperature control. This pantry can be used for large party
trays, deli items, pizzas, beverages or miscellaneous items.
There is a temperature sensor which can adjust the amount of
cold air allowed into the pantry.
The control is located on the right side of the pantry.
• P
ress the Temp button repeatedly until your desired mode is lit.
The Fresh mode(38°F), Chilled mode(34°F) and Deli mode(41°F) will be selected whenever
you press the Temp button.
Initially, the Fresh mode is set. Though the setting temperature is different from the current temperature, the
temperature will be changed to the setting temperature automatically.
• It can be changed Pantry temperature by amount of items, surround temperature, and how often open the door.
• It can be changed Item’s temperature by where located items in Pantry.
• It can be blinked when the network between main controller and Pantry display occurred error. (At this case, if
network become regularity it will stop. But if the blinking continues for a long period of time, please contact to
Samsung Electronic Service Center.)

Temperature
You can select your pantry temperature from among Fresh(38°F), Chilled mode(34°F), and Deli
mode(41°F) modes.

Selection Button
1. When “Deli” is selected, the temperature of the pantry will be kept
around 41°F(5°C). This feature helps keep food fresh for a long time.
2. When “Fresh” is selected, the temperature of the pantry will be kept
around 38°F(3°C). This feature helps keep food fresh for a longer time.
3. When “Chilled” is selected, the temperature of the pantry will be kept
around 34°F(1°C). This feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for a
longer time.
Deli
· pineapples
· lemons
· avocados
· potatoes

Fresh
· cucumbers
· apples
· oranges
· grapes
· zucchinis
· corn

Chilled
· steaks
· hard cheeses
· cold cuts
· bacon
· hot dogs

Fruits and vegetables may be damaged under the “Chilled” setting.
Do not store lettuce or other leafy produce in this pantry.
CAUTION

28_ Operating

Do not store glass bottles in this pantry. If they are frozen, they can break and cause personal injury.

REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR ACCESSORIES
1. Door Bins & Dairy Compartment
To remove - Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out.
To relocate - S
lide it in above the desired location and push down
until it stops.
Injury may occur if the door bins are not firmly assembled.
Do not allow children to play with bins. Sharp corners of the bins
may cause injury.

02 OPERATING

CAUTION

Do not adjust a bin full of foods.

D
ust removal method -Remove the guard and wash in water.

2. Tempered Glass shelves
To remove - T
ilt up the front of the shelf in the direction
shown ( 1 ) and lift it up vertically ( 2 ) .
Pull the shelf out.

1
2

To relocate - T
ilt the front of the shelf up and guide the
shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height.
Then lower the front of the shelf so that the
hooks can drop into the slots.

CAUTION

The Tempered Glass shelves are heavy.
Use special care when removing them.

3. Vegetable & Fruit Drawers
To remove - P
ull the drawer out to full extension. Tilt up the
front of the drawer and pull straight out.
To relocate - Insert the drawer into the frame rails and push
back into place.

CAUTION

The drawers need to be removed before the glass shelf
above them can be lifted out.
Do not open the drawers while the pantry is open.
It may cause a scratch or breakage to the drawer
covers.

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Operating your French Door
Refrigerator
4. Cool Select PantryPLUS
To remove the pantry - P
ull the pantry out to full extension.
Tilt up the front side of pantry and
pull straight out.
To relocate the pantry - P
ush the rails to the back of the
Refrigerator. Place the drawer onto
the rails and slide the pantry back
until it is in place.

To remove the divider - Pull
the pantry completely out to full extension and raise the front side of the
divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry, then lift the divider out.
To relocate the divider - H
ook the back of the divider over the rear wall of the pantry and push the
divider down.

using tHe DooRs
The Refrigerator doors ensure that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed.
When the Refrigerator door is only partially open, it will automatically close. But, the door will stay open
when opened more than automatically close range.

usinG tHE tiLtinG PoCKEt
The Tilting Pocket can be used to store up to a 16” pizza if you
place it as shown in the illustration.

30_ Operating

REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES
1. Tilting Pocket
To remove - Pull both brackets( 1 ) upward until you hear a
clicking sound and remove the pocket

02 OPERATING

To replace - Hook the ends of the pocket into both brackets
( 1 ) and push down until it locks into place.

2. ICE BUCKET

To remove - Lift the ice bucket( 1 ).
To relocate - P
lace the ice bucket into the Super extended drawer( 2 ).

3. Super Extended Drawer
To remove - Pull the drawer out to full extension.
Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out.
To relocate - P
lace the drawer onto the rails( 4 ) by tilting it up. Lower
the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the
Drawer( 3 ) in.

3. Freezer Drawer Bin
To remove the drawer - Pull the drawer out fully. Tilt up the rear
of the bin and lift it out to remove.
To relocate the drawer - Place the bin into the rail assembly.
To remove the divider - Pull the divider straight up.

1
2

To relocate the divider - Hook the top corners of divider( 1 )
over the hole of the bin( 2 ).
CAUTION

Do not allow baby or children go inside the drawer bin. They could
damage the Refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. Do not sit on
the Freezer door. The door may break. Do not allow children to climb
into the Freezer basket.

WARNING

If you remove the divider to clean the basket bin, you must reinstall the
divider using 2 screws after cleaning to prevent children from getting
trapped inside the basket.
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Refrigerator
Water Filter Chart
Performance Data Sheet For Samsung Model DA97-06317A
Using Replacement Cartridge DA29-00003G
This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of the substances listed
below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less
than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specifi ed in NSF/ANSI 42 and 53.
System tested and certifi ed by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for
the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor, Particulate Class I, and against NSF/ANSI
Standard 53 for the reduction of Cysts, Turbidity, Lead, Asbestos, Benzene, Carbofuran,
p-Dichlorobenzene and Mercury.
To a capacity of 300 gallons (1,136 liters).
Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.
Contaminant
Reduction

Average
Influent
Concentration

NSF Specified
Influent
Challenge
Concentration
Units apply
to each row

Average
%
Reduction

Average
Product
Water
Concentration

Chlorine taste
and odor

2.1 mg/L

2.0 mg/L ± 10%

97.6

0.05 mg/L

> 50%

J-00029741

Particulate
Class I Particle size:
< 0.5 to < 1 um

10,566,666
pt/mL

At least 10,000
particles/mL

98.4

171,833 pts/mL

> 85%

J-00029739

127,500 cysts/L

Minimum 50,000
cysts/L

99.99

<1 cyst/L

> 99.95%

J-00031000

10.5

11±1 NTU

98.6

0.15 NTU

0.5 NTU

> 0.5 NTU

J-00033223

Lead @ pH 6.5

153 ug/L

0.15±10%

99.3

<1ug/L

0.010 mg/L

10 ug/L

J-00039590

Lead @ pH 8.5

155 ug/L

0.15±10%

>99.4

<1ug/L

0.010 mg/L

10 ug/L

J-00039591

Mercury @ pH 6.5

5.97 ug/L

0.006±10%

96.6

<0.2 ug/L

0.002 mg/L

2 ug/L

J-00039589

Mercury @ pH 8.5

6.29 ug/L

0.006±10%

88.9

0.7 ug/L

0.002 mg/L

2 ug/L

J-00039586

Asbestos

140 MFL

107 to 108 fibers
> um in length

> 99

<0.17 MFL

99%

J-00029743

Benzene

13.88 ug/L

0.015±10%

96.4

<0.5 ug/L

0.005 mg/L

< 5 ug/L

J-0029751

Carbofuran

79.6 ug/L

0.190 mg/L

98.7

1 ug/L

0.001 mg/L

< 40 ug/L

J-00029750

p-Dichlorobenzene

237.5 ug/L

0.225±10%

99.8

0.525 ug/L

0.075 mg/L

< 75 ug/L

J-00029749

Cysts*
Turbidity

* Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts
32_ Operating

Max.
NSF
Permissible Reduction
Product
Requirements
Water
Concentration

NSF
Test

Water Filter Certification

02 OPERATING

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Refrigerator
Food Storage Tips
Foods

Refrigerator

Freezer

Storage Tips

DAIRY PRODUCTS
Butter

2-3 Weeks

6-9 Months

Wrap or cover tightly.

Milk

1-2 Weeks

Not recommended

Check date code. Most milk and similar
products are sold in date-coded cartons that
indicate a product’s peak freshness. Re-seal
with cap or wrap tightly. Do not return unused
portions to original container.

Cream Cheese,
cheese food, and
cheese spread

2-4 Weeks

Not recommended

Check date code. Keep all cheese tightly
packed in moisture proof wrap.

Hard Cheese(unopened)

3-4 Months

6 Months

Hard Cheese(opened)

2 Months

Not recommended

Cottage Cheese

10-15 Days

Not recommended

Cream

7-10 Days

2 Months

Sour Cream

2 Weeks

Not recommended

Cream Dips (opened)

1 week

Not recommended

Yogurt

10-14 Days

Not recommended

Frozen Yogurt

2 Months

Eggs (uncooked)

3-4 Weeks

Not recommended

Check date code. Store eggs in coldest part
of refrigerator and in their original container.

Eggs (cooked)

1 week

Not recommended

Store in covered container.

Leftover egg dishes

3-4 Days

Not recommended

Store in covered container.

Apples

I Month

Not recommended

Bananas

2-4 Days

Not recommended

Peaches, Melons,
Pears,Avocados

3-5 Days

Not recommended

If storing in refrigerator, do not wash fruit before storing. Store in moisture resistant bags
or containers. Wrap cut fruits. Some fruits
darken when refrigerated.

Berries and Cherries

2-3 Days

12 Months

Apricots

3-5 Days

Not recommended

Grapes

3-5 Days

Pineapple (un-cut)

2-3 Days

Not recommended

Pineapple (cut)

5-7 Days

6-12 Months

Citrus

1-2 Weeks

Not recommended

Store uncovered.

Juice

6 Days

Not recommended

Check date code and re-seal in original container. Don
not return unused portions to original container.

Frozen Juice

Thawing only

12 Months

Check date code. Do not re-freeze.

Check date code. Most yogurt, creams, and
similar products are sold in date-coded cartons that indicate a product’s peak freshness.
Re-seal or cover tightly. Do not return unused
portions to original container.
Check date code. Keep covered.

EGGS

FRESH FRUITS

34_ Operating

Food Storage Tips
Foods

Refrigerator

Freezer

Storage Tips

FISH AND SHELLFISH
Fish
1-2 Days

2-3 Months

Lean Fish (cod,
flounder, etc)

1-2 Days

6 Months

Frozen or Breaded

3 Months

Check date code. Freeze in original packaging.

Shrimp (uncooked)

1-2 Days

12 Months

Crab

3-5 Days

10 Months

To freeze package in vapor-proof and moisture-proof container.

Cooked Fish or
Shellfish

2-3 Days

3 Months

Chops

2-4 Days

6-12 Months

Ground

1 day

3-4 months

Roast

2-4 Days

6-12 Months

Bacon

1-2 weeks

1-2 Months

Sausage

1-2 Days

1-2 Months

Steak

2-4 Days

6-9 Months

Poultry

1 day

12 Months

Lunch meat

3-5 Days

1 month

Meat

2-3 Days

2-3 Months

Poultry

2-3 Days

4-5 months

Ham

1-2 weeks

1-2 Months

Shellfish

Keep in original wrapper and store in coldest
part of refrigerator. Package in vapor-proof
and moisture proof wrap for freezer. Freeze at
0°F. Thaw in refrigerator or

MEAT
Fresh, Uncooked
Check date code for use. Store in coldest part
of refrigerator in original packaging. Add more
packaging in moisture-proof and vapor-proof
container for freezing. Recommended refrigerator temperature 33°F to 36°F and freezer
temperature 0°F to 2°F.

Cooked
Check date code for use. Store in coldest part
of refrigerator in original packaging. Package
in moistureproof and vapor-proof container for
freezing.

Sources :
American Meat Institute Foundation. 1994. Yellow pages: answers to predictable questions consumers ask about meat and poultry.
American Meat Institute
Food Marketing Institute. 1999. The food keeper. Food Marketing Institute, Washington, D.C.
F reeland-Graves, J.H. and G.C. Peckham. 1996. Foundations of food preparation, 6th ed. Prentice-Hall, Inc. Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
Hillers, V.N. 1993. Storing foods at home. Washington State University Cooperative Extension, Pullman, WA. Publ. EB 1205.
National Restaurant Association. 2001. Be cool-chill out! Refrigerate promptly. National Restaurant Association Education
Foundation¼s International Food Safety Council, Washington, D.C.
USDA. 1997. Basics for handling food safely. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service, Washington, D.C.

Operating _35

02 OPERATING

Fatty Fish (mackerel,
trout,salmon)

Operating your French Door
Refrigerator
CLEAninG tHE REFRiGERAtoR
Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps
keep it odor and germ-free.
Cleaning the Interior
lean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent
C
and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. You can remove the drawers
and shelves for a more thorough cleaning. Just make sure to dry
drawers and shelves before putting them back into place.

Cleaning the Exterior
ipe the control panel and digital display with a damp, clean, soft
W
cloth. Do not spray water directly on the surface of the Refrigerator.
The doors, handles and cabinet surfaces should be cleaned with a
mild detergent and then wiped dry with a soft cloth. To keep your
appliance looking its best, the exterior should be polished once or
twice a year.

CAUTION

Do not use Benzene, Thinner or Clorox for cleaning. They may
damage the surface of the appliance and may cause fire.

CAUTION

Printed letters on the display may be erased if the stainless cleaner
is applied directly to the area where the letters are printed.

Cleaning the Ice / Water Dispenser

Push
down one end of the tray dispenser and remove it. Wipe the
Ice / Water Dispenser with a clean and soft cloth.

Cleaning the Rubber door seals
If the rubber door seals are dirty, the doors may not close properly,
and the Refrigerator will not operate efficiently. Keep the door seals
free of grit or grime by cleaning the doors with a mild detergent and
damp cloth. Wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth.

CAUTION

Do not clean the Refrigerator with benzene, thinner or car
detergent due to risk of fire.

Cleaning behind the Refrigerator
o keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and dirt
T
accumulation, vacuum behind the appliance once or twice a year.
CAUTION

36_ Operating

Do not remove the back cover( 1 ). Doing so may cause an electric shock.

CHANGING THE INTERIOR LigHtS
CAUTION

Before changing any of interior lights, unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply. If you are unsure
about changing the lights after reading through these directions, contact your service center for help.
Replacement bulb for freezer is available from your local home improvement or electronics store.
Use replacement bulb with size E26, maximum 60 watts. And LED for fridge is available from service
center. If you need to change LED, contact your service center for help.
02 OPERATING

Changing the Interior Light in the Refrigerator
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Remove the screw after removing the cover lamp by pulling it out.
3. Disconnect the housing connector.
4. Change the LED lamp.

Changing the Interior Light in the Freezer Drawer
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Pull drawer out to full extension.
3. Pull the shield down while pushing it backwards to remove it.
4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise.
5. Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly.

CAUTION

Do not place your fingers inside the cover. The lamp may be hot.

Operating _37

Operating your French Door
Refrigerator
CHAnGinG tHE wAtER FiLtER
The “Filter” light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge. To give
you preparation time to get a new filter, the red light will come on just before the capacity of
the current filter runs out. Changing the filter on time provides you with the freshest, cleanest
water from your fridge.
1. Take a new water filter and put a month indicator sticker on the filter as shown.
T
he date on the sticker must be six months from the current date. For example, if you are
replacing the water filter in March, put the “SEP” (September) sticker on the filter to remind you to
replace in September. Normal filter life is about 6 months.
2. Remove the new filter’s protective cap and remove the old filter.
3. Position and insert the new filter into the cover filter.
S
lowly turn the water filter 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 the center of cover filter printing as
illustrated. Remember, do not over-tighten.
Cover filter

Indicator sticker
(month indicator)

Turn until the
label aligned.

4. A
fter above steps, press and hold the Alarm / Hold 3 sec for Filter Reset button for 3 seconds
to reset the filter.

5. L
astly, run about six glassfuls of water through water dispenser to clean the water supply system. Make
sure that water flows cleanly again before drinking.
Be sure to flush the dispenser thoroughly otherwise water may drip from the dispenser.
This means that there is still air in the line.
Do NOT use the water or ice dispenser without a water filter cartridge because the water line may become blocked.

Ordering Replacement Water Filter
For replacement water filter you can visit your local service center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor.
Be sure the replacement water filter has the SAMSUNG logo on the box and on the water filter.
Link: http://www.samsungparts.com
38_ Operating

Troubleshooting
SOLUTION

The Refrigerator does not
work at all or it does not chill
sufficiently.

• Check that the power plug is properly connected.
• Check the set temperature on the digital display is warmer than freezer or fridge inner
temperature.
• Try setting it to a lower temperature.
• Is the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source?
• Is the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from
circulating?

The food in the
Refrigerator is frozen.

• Check the set temperature on the digital display is too low.
• Try setting it to a warmer temperature.
• Is the temperature in the room too low?
Try setting it to a warmer temperature.
• Did you store the food which is juicy in the coldest part of the Refrigerator?
Try moving those items on the other shelves in fridge instead of keeping them in the
Cool Select Pantry™.

You hear unusual noise or
sounds.

• Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable.
• Is the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from
circulating?
• Try locate the refrigerator keep away from the wall over 2 inches.
• Was anything dropped behind or under the Refrigerator?
• A “ticking” sound is heard from inside the Refrigerator. It is normal and occurs
because various accessories are contracting or expanding according to the
temperature of the Refrigerator interior.

The front corners and vertical
hinged section of the appliance
are hot and condensation is
occurring.

• Some heat is normal as anti-condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section
of the Refrigerator to prevent condensation.
• Is the Refrigerator door ajar? Condensation can occur when you leave the door open
for a long time.
• If a sound that hit something is heard from inside the refrigerator, it is normal and
occurs because ice dropping make a sound by periods.

Ice Maker is not producing ice.

• Did 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 opened?
• Did you manually stop the ice making function?
• Is the Freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the Freezer temperature lower.

You can hear water bubbling in
the Refrigerator.

• This is normal. The bubbling comes from the Refrigerator coolant liquid circulating
through the Refrigerator.

There is a bad smell in the
Refrigerator.

• Check for spoiled food.
• Foods with strong odors(for example, fish) should be tightly covered.
• Clean out your Freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspicious food.

Frost forms on the walls of the
Freezer.

• 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 drawer closed properly?

Water dispenser is not
functioning.

• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve opened?
• Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked?
Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction.
• Is the water tank frozen because the Refrigerator temperature is too low?
Try selecting a warmer setting on the Digital display.
Troubleshooting _39

03 tRouBLesHooting

PROBLEM

Warranty
sAMsunG REFRiGERAtoR (28.5 CubiC FEEt AnD LARGER CAPACity)
LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER
This Samsung brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics 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 for a limited warranty period of:

One (1) year Parts and Labor on Refrigerator
Five (5) years Parts and Labor on sealed Refrigeration system only*
(*Compressor, evaporator, condenser, drier, connecting tubing)
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in
the United States. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact Samsung for problem determination and
service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a Samsung authorized service center. The original
dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to Samsung or Samsung authorized service
center.
Samsung will repair or replace any part found to be defective, at our option and at no charge as stipulatedX herein,
with new or reconditioned parts during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products
become the property of Samsung and must be returned to Samsung. Replacement parts and products assume the
remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer.
In-home service will be provided during the warranty labor period subject to availability within the contiguous United
States. In-home service is not available in all areas. To receive in-home service, the product must be unobstructed
and accessible from floor level to service personnel. If during in-home service repair cannot be completed, it may
be necessary to remove, repair and return the product. If in-home service is unavailable, Samsung may elect, at
our option, to provide for transportation of our choice to and from a Samsung authorized service center. Otherwise,
transportation to and from the Samsung authorized service center is the responsibility of the purchaser.
This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal,
noncommercial use of this product, and shall not apply to the following, including, but not limited to: damage which
occurs in shipment; delivery and installation; applications and uses for which this product was not intended; altered
product or serial numbers; cosmetic damage or exterior finish; accidents, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other
acts of nature; use of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications,
installations, repairs, external plumbing and leaks, external wiring, circuit breakers, fuses or connectors not supplied
and authorized by Samsung, or which damage this product or result in service problems; incorrect electrical line
voltage, fluctuations and surges; customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions, cleaning,
maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction book; loss of food due
to spoilage; consumable items including filters and light bulbs.

40_ Warranty

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty service, please contact Samsung at:
sAMsunG CustoMER CARE CEntER
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 400 Valley Road Suite 201 Mt. Arlington, NJ 07956
1-800-sAMsunG (1-800-726-7864) and www.samsung.com

Warranty _41

04 WARRANTY

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 MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY
AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY
OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT
SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR
PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT,
REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND
AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY
SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PURCHASER
ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER’S
PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO
USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF
THIS PRODUCT, IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

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