DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION CONTENTS SAFETY WARNING.................................................................................... 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR ........................................................ 4 MAJOR FEATURES..................................................................................... 4 CONTROL PANEL .......................................................................................
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 2 SAFETY WARNINGS • Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference. • Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteris tics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from those described in this manual WARNING • The appliance is not intended for use by children or infirm persons without adult supervision.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 3 CAUTIONS 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 put bottles or glass containers in the freezer. • When the contents freeze, the glass may break and cause personal injury. If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. • There is a risk of electric shock or fire. Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 4 SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR Once you have performed the following steps, your refrigerator should be fully operational. If not, check the power supply and electricity source. If you have any questions, contact your SAMSUNG service center. Place the refigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the refigerator.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 5 CONTROL PANEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Basic Model Dispenser Model VACATION BUTTON This button turns the refrigerator compartment off, and the freezer compartment runs only. FREEZER TEMP.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 6 CONTROL PANEL Dispenser Model (With CoolSelect Zone) 6
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 7 Freezer Temp. indicates the current freezer temperature. Fridge Temp. indicates the current refrigerator temperature. Quick Cool, Thaw, and Select show the status of the CoolSelect ZoneTMDrawer • The LCD Back Light operates as follows.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 8 TEMPERATURE CONTROL Freezer Refrigerator • The freezer temperature can be set between -14°C and -25°C. • Press the Freezer Temp. button repeatedly until the desired set temperature is shown in the temperature display. • The temperature display changes in sequence between -14°C and -25°C. When the display reaches -14°C, it returns to -25°C. • After five seconds, the display reverts to the actual freezer temperature.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 9 SHELVES AND BINS FREEZER Door Bin Ice maker Light Ice chute Twist ice maker Ice tray Drawer cover leg front Basic model Model with ice and water dispenser REFRIGERATOR Dairy compartment Lights Wine Self(Optional) Door Bin Beverage Station Foldable Shelf(optional) Deodorizer (optional) Egg Container CoolSelect ZoneTMDrawer (optional) Vegetable & Fruit Drawer Door Bins 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Shelf
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 10 FOOD STORAGE GUIDE For more space, you can store food with drawers and ice maker removed. Declared net volume is calculated with upper or upper/middle freezer drawer(s) removed. FROZEN FOOD STORAGE IN FREEZER Tempered Glass Shelf • Can be used to store all types of frozen food. Door Bin • Can be used for small packages of frozen food. Plastics Drawer • Can be used to store meat and dry foods.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 11 FOOD STORAGE GUIDE CHILLED FOOD STORAGE IN REFRIGERATOR Tempered Spill Proof Glass Shelf • Can be used to store all types of chilled food. • Safe and hard to be broken. • Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon. Foldable shelf (optional) • If you need more taller space for tall items. Raise the front of shelf slightly and it back to make it half. You can use the shelf in this position to allow taller items to be stored.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 12 CoolSelect ZoneTMDrawer GUIDE “Select” button (Optional) Soft Freeze • When “Soft Freeze” is chosen, the temperature on the digtal panel displays -5o C regardless of the set temperature of the refrigerator. • “Soft-Freeze” temperature helps keep meats and fishes fresh longer. • Can cut meat easily without drips. Chill • When “Chill” is chosen, the temperature of the CoolSelect ZoneTM Drawer is kept at -1o C regardless of the set refrigera tor temperature.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 13 CoolSelect ZoneTMDrawer GUIDE “Quick Cool” button • You can use the Quick Cool feature with the CoolSelect ZoneTM. • “Quick Cool” allows 1~3 canned beverages to cool within 60 min. • To cancel this option, press the “Quick Cool” button again. CoolSelect ZoneTM returns to the previous temperature. • When “Quick Cool” ends, it returns to the “Cool” temperature seting. Depending on the beverages, the cool-down time may vary.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 14 REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES Tempered glass shelf Ice maker and tray • Pull the shelf out as far as it goes. Then lift it up and remove it. • Remove the ice tray by pulling it towards you. Then remove the ice maker (basic model only). Door bins • Hold the door bin in both Ice maker bucket (optional) hands and then lift it up. • Remove the bucket lifting up and pulling out.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 15 BEVERAGE STATION TM (optional) It is recommended that you use the extra refrigerating compartment for frequently used foods like beverages. To access the extra refrigerating compartment, hold the compartment door handle and pull it downwards. • The extra refrigerating compartment gives When the door is opened, it can be used as a tray to support items, such as beverage bottles and glasses.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 16 CLEANING THE ACCESSORIES Deodorizer (optional) • Remove the cover with a flat blade screw driver as shown. • Take out the cartridge from the cover and soak it in clean, warm water for at least 4 hrs. Completely dry out the cartridge with sunlight for at least 8 hrs in an open area. • Repeat this process once or twice a year. With CoolSelect zoneTM Model Without CoolSelect zoneTM Model NOTE • If it is dried in a confined area, odor may be spread to that area.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:47 AM Page 17 WATER FILTER The water “Filter Indicator” light • “Filter Indicator” light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge. This tells you that it is almost time to change the current cartridge. It is recommended that you should hold button for 3 seconds after replaced the cartridge.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 18 INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR Checking the Dimensions of your Entrance Door NOTE • Check the dimensions of your entrance door to determine whether the refrigerator can pass through it. • Moving refrigerator through door if depth or width of refrigerator is bigger than door’s, removes refrigerator doors. Selecting the Location for the Refrigerator • Select a location with easy access to the water supply.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 19 REMOVING THE FRONT LEG COVER Removing the Front Leg Cover (Optional) Open the freezer and refrigerator doors, and then take off the front leg cover assembly by turning the three screws counter-clockwise. a FRONT LEG COVER SCREW Separating the water supply line from the refrigerator (Optional) 1) Remove the screw from clamp (a ). a Do not cut the water tube but separate it from the coupler.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 20 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS • Lift the door straight up. • Be careful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harness on the door. NOTE • Place doors on a protected surface. Removing the Freezer Door 1) With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover (➀) using a screwdriver, and then disconnect the wires (➁). 2) Remove hinge screws (➂) and ground screw (➃) counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge (➄) along the arrow (➅).
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 21 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Removing the Refrigerator Door 1) With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover (➀) using a screwdriver, and then discon-nect the wires (➁). 2) Remove hinge screws (➂) and ground screw (➃) counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge (➄) in the direction of the arrow (➅). Take care when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on you.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 22 REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Reattaching the Freezer Door 1) Reattach the lower hinge (➀) using screwdriver. 2) Reattach the freezer door by inserting the hose (➁) in the lower side of the door into the hole in the lower hinge (➂) and pulling the hose down. 3) Insert the upper hinge shaft (➃) into the hole (➄). After levelling the upper hinge hole (➅) with the hole of the cabinet (➆). Fasten bolts (➇) and screw (➈) in a clockwise direction.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 23 REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Reattaching the Refrigerator Door 1) Insert the lower hinge (➀) in the bracket 2) Place the hole in the refrigerator door (➂) lower hinge (➁). over the lower hinge (➃). 3) Insert the upper hinge shaft (➄) into the hole (➅). After levelling the upper hinge hole (➆) with the hole of the cabinet (➇). Fasten hinge screws (➈) and screw (➉) in the clockwise direc-tion.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 24 REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Reattaching the Water Tube (Optional) 1) While pressing the front face of coupler (➁), insert the water line (➀) in the coupler. 2) Tighten the screw on the clamp ( a ). a Reattaching the Front Leg Cover (Optional) Put on the front leg cover by turning the three screws clockwise, as shown in the figure.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 25 ADJUSTING THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE DOORS Please level the refrigerator first. The doors will be uneven if the refrigerator is not level. Insert a straight screwdriver (-) (①) into a Case 1) Freezer door is lower than slot of the control lever (➁), turn it clockwise that of the refrigerator DIFFERANCE OF HEIGHT and level the refrigerator.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 26 ADJUST THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE DOORS Making small adjustments between doors. If the door of freezer is higher than that of the refrigerator. Please open the doors and adjust the doors as follows: Warning) When it comes to the caps, they are just for the packing. So, throw them away after adjusting the heights the fridge doors. 1) Release the nut (①) on the lower hinge until the upper end of the bolt (➁).
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 27 CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE (OPTIONAL) 1) In order to operate the ice maker properly, water pressure of 1.4 ~ 10 kgf/cm2 is required. In this range a 100 cc paper cup can be filled in 10 seconds. 2) The water filter removes particles. It does not sterilize or destroy any micro-organisms. 3) If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 1.4kgf/cm2), you should install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 28 INSTALLING OF THE WATER DISPENSER LINE For Interior Model (Case 1) Connecting to water supply line 1. Cold Water line 2. Pipe Clamp. 3.Copper (or Plastic) line 4.Compression Nut 5.Compression Sleeve 6.Shut Off Valve 7.Packing Nut. - Shut off the main water supply line and turn the Ice maker to the off position. - Locate the nearest cold drinking water line. - Follow the instructions in the ice maker installation kit.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 29 INSTALLING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE Connect the water line to the refrigerator. - Remove the compressor cover of the refrigerator. - Connect the water line to the valve, as shown in the figure. - When connected, check if there is any leakage. If any, repeat the connection. - Reattach the compressor cover of the refrigerator. WATER LINE CONNECTION NUT COMPRESSOR COVER OF REFRIGERATOR Secure the water line.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 30 INSTALLING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE Remove any residual matter inside the water supply line 1) Turn on the main water supply & shut-off valve of the water supply line. 2) Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear ICE WATER (6~7 minutes). This will clean the water supply system and clear air from the lines. 3) Additional flushing may be required in some households. 4) Open the refrigerator door and check if water leaks around the water filter.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 seting it to a lower temperature.
DA99-01023G(EN) 7/9/06 5:48 AM Page 32 Ambient Room Temperature Limits This fridge/freezer is designed to operate in ambient temperatures specified by its temperature class marked on the rating plate.
