RB194** RB196** RB214** RB216** Refrigerator user manual English imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.
Features of your new Refrigerator KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR Your Samsung 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.
Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new Samsung 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. Because the following instructions cover RB194**, 196**, RB214** & RB216**, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual.
Safety Information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING - CONT’D Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water. • Wet and/or deteriorated insulation of the internal electrical parts may cause electric shock or fire. 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.
Safety Information Power Plug Contact the retailer where you purchased the appliance for if you have a power plug problem. SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING Do not plug several appliances into the same power receptacle. • Large appliances draw a lot of power. Powering more than one appliance or machine from a single power source could cause overheating and a fire. Make sure that the power plug is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator.
Safety Information For Usage of Refrigerator SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING Do not spray water directly into or on the outside of the Refrigerator/ Freezer drawer. • Water could get into the interior machine parts and cause electric shock. Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator. • Aerosols used near the Refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire. Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the Refrigerator.
Safety Information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS WARNING - CONT’D Unplug the Refrigerator when it is checked for problem. Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light. • Changing the light while the Refrigerator is plugged in may cause electric shock. If the Refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time (for example, over several months), unplug the power from the wall. • Over time, deterioration in the power cord insulation may cause fire.
Safety Information CAUTION SIGNS CAUTION - CONT’D 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. Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators. Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or Freezer, make sure that you; • Take off the doors.
Contents SETTING UP YOUR REFRIGERATOR 10 OPERATING YOUR SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 10 11 11 14 Getting ready to install the refrigerator Installation of the water line Removing the refrigerator doors Leveling the refrigerator 15 Using the control panel 16 Controlling the temperature 17 Parts and Features 20 Storing food in the refrigerator 20 Storing food in
Setting up your Refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Congratulations on your purchase of this Samsung 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.
FLOORING 01 SETTING UP 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 106kg(223lbs). To protect the finish of the flooring, cut a large section of the cardboard carton and place under the refrigerator where you are working.
Setting up your Refrigerator Removal of the fridge door WARNING Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door while removing the fridge door! Hinge Cover 1. After removing the screw, remove the upper Hinge Cover. 2. Disconnect electric wire on the top of the refrigerator. 3. With the 10mm wrench, remove the three bolts that hold the hinge on the top of the refrigerator. 5. Separate Hinge from electric wire and ground wire as shown above. 6. Remove the fridge door by lifting it upward.
4. Remove the Freezer door by lifting it upward. Be careful not to drop and scratch the Freezer door 5. Remove the Cap on the Bottom Hinge. Removal of the freezer door (DRAWER TYPE - RB216,RB196) Middle Hinge 1. Separate the Cap on the Middle Hinge. 2. After removing one screw and two hex bolts, remove the Middle Hinges. (Unscrew the two hex bolts with the 4.75mm hex wrench.) 3. After opening the Freezer door, remove the drawer box. 4.
Setting up your Refrigerator Removal of the freezer door (DRAWER TYPE - RB216,RB196) - CONT’D 5. Remove the Freezer door from the rails. LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR 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.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator USING THE CONTROL PANEL 4 2 5 3 6 When not in use the temperature display will turn off, this is normal. Temperature & Function select / control panel ( 1 ) Power Freeze Button Press this button to freeze food quickly. (Power Freeze will last 2 and a half hours.) ( 2 ) Freezer Button Freezer temperature set button. Press this button to set the Freezer temp between -14ºC and -25ºC. (At initial power on, the default setting is -19ºC.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CONTROLLING THE TEMPERATURE Controlling the freezer temperature If you want to control the freezer temperature, follow as below. Press the Freezer Button (Refer the picture) - The temperature can be set in 1ºC interval between -25ºC and -14ºC.
When selecting the fridge temperature, the set temperature is displayed initially for 5 seconds, then the actual temperature is displayed. (There may be slight difference between the set temperature and displayed actual temperature, but it will be corrected to the set temperature automatically.) - Temperature of each shelve or container in the fridge may be different. - The temperature display will blink when fridge temperature is increases due to frequent door opening, keeping warm food, etc.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator Cooling Off Mode (“OF & OF” code on the display) This function is for store display refrigerators. It is not for customer use. CAUTION Mode Cooling Off 18_ Operating In Cooling Off Mode, the refrigerator works but doesn’t make cool air. To cancel this mode, press the Power Freeze and Freezer buttons at the same time for 3 seconds until a “Ding-dong” sound is heard and the unit will now cool.
PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator STORING FOOD IN THE REFRIGERATOR The Samsung 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.
REMOVING AND RELOCATING THE FRIDGE ACCESSORIES 1. Door Bins To remove - Simply lift the bin up and pull straight out. To replace - S lide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops. Do not adjust a bin full of foods. Dust removal method -Remove the guard and wash in water. 2. Fridge shelves To remove - W hen pulling out the shelf, if it does not slide out easily, lift it up slightly and pull out again.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 1. Pull Out Drawer 1 To remove - Pull the drawer out to full extension. Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out. (Refer to picture 1 & 2) Open the freezer door fully and remove the drawer. To replace - P lace the drawer onto the rails by tilting it up. Lower the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the drawer in. (Refer to picture 3) 2 3 2. Freezer Drawer Bin To remove - Pull the drawer out fully.
CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Caring for your Samsung Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps keep it odor and germ-free. Cleaning the Interior 02 OPERATING Clean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. You can remove the drawers and shelves for a more thorough cleaning. Just make sure to dry drawers and shelves before putting them back into place. Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the display panel with damp, clean, soft cloth.
Operating your SAMSUNG Refrigerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WARNING Electric Shock Hazard Before changing any of the interior lights, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Failure to do so could cause electric shock resulting in death, personal injury, or damage to the appliance. Refrigerator Light Replacement 1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. 2. Open the refrigerator door. 3. Pull the light cover down while pushing it backwards to remove it. 4.
Troubleshooting 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 control on the display panel set to the correct 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 so close to the wall that air cannot keep circulating? (Refer to page 10 for the best location.
In case the need for servicing arises Do not hesitate to call any Samsung Authorized Service Center nearby giving them your name, address and telephone number when your product is not functionning properly. Warranty Information Limited Warranty for Original Purchaser This Samsung product is warranted by Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc.
CAUTION NO YES Clean the ice box if there are some small pieces of ice on the bottom. TIDAK NO YES Throw away the coherent ice if the ice maker is not used for long time. Set “Ice Off” for saving energy if the ice maker will not be used for long time. If you want to buy and use a tool of shoveling ice,put it into special place of ice box or take it out.
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