Refrigerator User manual Free Standing Appliance RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Contents Safety information 3 Contents What you need to know about the safety instructions Important safety symbols and precautions: Important safety precautions Severe warning signs for transportation and site Critical installation warnings Installation cautions Critical usage warnings Usage cautions Cleaning cautions Critical disposal warnings Additional tips for proper usage Instructions about the WEEE 3 5 6 9 10 13 13 18 21 23 24 25 Installation 26 Refrigerator at a glance Door removal for entran
Safety information Before using your new Samsung Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers safely and efficiently. What you need to know about the safety instructions Safety information • Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
Safety information • Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. When refrigerant leaks from the pipe, avoid any naked flames and move anything flammable away from the product and ventilate the room immediately. Safety information - Failing to do so may result in fire or explosion.
Important safety symbols and precautions: Please follow all safety instructions in this manual. This manual uses the following safety symbols. WARNING Safety information Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury, property damage, and/or death. CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury and/or property damage. NOTE Useful information that helps users understand or benefit from the refrigerator.
Safety information Important safety precautions Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials Safety information WARNING • When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. • Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance. • Fill with potable water only. • Connect to potable water supply only. • Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
Safety information • This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Safety information How to minimize the energy consumption • Install the appliance in a cool, dry room with adequate ventilation. • Ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight and never put it near a direct source of heat (radiator, for example). Safety information - Not to block any vents or grilles is recommended for energy efficiency. - Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the appliance. - Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as Safety information - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - bed and breakfast type environments; - catering and similar non-retail applications.
Safety information Critical installation warnings WARNING • Do not install the refrigerator in a damp location or place where it may come in contact with water. Safety information - Deteriorated insulation on electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire. • Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from stoves, room heaters, or other appliances. • Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power strip.
• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the 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. Safety information - Using aerosols near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire. • Do not install this appliance near a heater or inflammable material. • Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
Safety information • Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. Safety information - This may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury. • You need to remove all the protective plastic film before you initially plug the product in.
Installation cautions CAUTION • Allow sufficient space around the refrigerator and install it on a flat surface. Safety information - If your refrigerator is not level, cooling efficiency and durability can be declined. • Allow the appliance to stand for 2-3 hours before loading foods after installation and turning on. • We strongly recommend you have a qualified technician or service company install the refrigerator.
Safety information • Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator. - If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock. • Do not keep volatile or flammable objects or substances (benzene, thinner, propane gas, alcohol, ether, LP gas, and other such products) in the refrigerator. Safety information - This refrigerator is for storing food only. - This may result in fire or explosion. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• 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. • Do not let children step on a drawer. Safety information - The drawer may break and cause them to slip. • Do not leave the doors of the refrigerator open while the refrigerator is unattended and do not let children enter inside the refrigerator. • Do not allow babies or children go inside the drawer.
Safety information • Fill the water tank, ice tray and water cubes only with potable water (mineral water or purified water). Safety information - Do not fill the tank with tea, juice or sports drink, this may damage the refrigerator. • Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. This may result in an electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
• Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole, ice chute and ice maker bucket. Safety information - It may cause a personal injury or material damage. • Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the refrigerator yourself. • Do not use any fuse (such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse. • If your refrigerator needs to be repaired or reinstalled, contact your nearest service center.
Safety information Usage cautions CAUTION • Do not refreeze thawed food. Safety information - Frozen and thawed food will develop harmful bacteria faster than fresh. - The second thaw will break down even more cells, leaching out moisture and changing the integrity of the product. • Do not thaw meat at room temperature. - Safety will depend on whether the raw product was handled properly. • Do not place glass bottles or carbonated beverages into the freezer.
• To get the best performance from the product: Safety information - Do not place food too close to the vents at the rear of the refrigerator as this can obstruct free air circulation in the refrigerator compartment. - Wrap food up properly or place it in airtight containers before putting it into the refrigerator. - Please observe maximum storage times and expiration dates of frozen goods.
Safety information • When the refrigerator got wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center. • Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface. Safety information - Broken glass may result in a personal injury and/or property damage. • Fill the water tank and ice cube trays with potable water only (tap water, mineral water, or purified water). - Do not fill the tank with tea or a sports drink. This may damage the refrigerator.
Cleaning cautions CAUTION • Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside the refrigerator. Safety information - There is a risk of fire or electric shock. • Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator. • Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator to remove bad odors. - This may result in an electric shock or fire. • Do not spray cleaning products directly on the display. - Printed letters on the display may come off.
Safety information Safety information • Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water to clean the refrigerator. • Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, muriatic acid, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on exterior surfaces (doors and cabinet), plastic parts, door and interior liners, and gaskets. - These can scratch or damage the material.
Critical disposal warnings WARNING Safety information • Please dispose of the packaging material from this product in an environmentally friendly manner. • Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the refrigerator are damaged prior to disposal. • R-600a or R-134a is used as a refrigerant. Check the compressor label on the rear of the appliance or the rating label inside the fridge to see which refrigerant is used for your refrigerator.
Safety information Additional tips for proper usage • In the event of a power failure, call the local office of your electric company and ask how long the failure is going to last. Safety information • • • • • - Most power failures that are corrected in an hour or two will not affect your refrigerator temperatures. However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off. - Should the power failure last more than 24 hours, remove and discard all frozen food.
Instructions about the WEEE Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in countries with separate collection systems) Safety information This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
Installation Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a proper installation of this refrigerator and to prevent accidents before using it. WARNING • • • • Use the refrigerator only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Any servicing must be performed by a qualified technician. Dispose of the product packaging material in compliance with the local regulations. To prevent electric shock, unplug the power cord before servicing or replacements.
Dispenser type A 01 05 04 02 Installation 03 B 01 Fridge door bin 02 Fresh Vegetable & Fruit Drawers 03 Sliding shelf 04 Egg tray 05 Water tank * A. Fridge B. Freezer * Dispenser type models only English 27 RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Installation NOTE • • • • • • For energy efficiency, keep all shelves, drawers, and baskets in their original positions. 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 into the correct position, and then close the door. Moisture may form at times on the vertical hinged section. If you close a door by force, the other door may open.
Door removal for entrance If the refrigerator cannot pass through the entrance due to its size, follow these instructions: Tools required (not provided) Flat-heat screwdriver Pliers Allen spanner (4 mm) Socket spanner (8 mm) Installation Phillips screwdriver Detach the fridge doors 1. With the door closed, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws (x4) from the cover hinge. Pull up and remove the top cover with the connectors. English 29 RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Installation 2. Disconnect electric wire on the top of the refrigerator. CAUTION • • Do not remove both doors simultaneously. Make sure to remove one door at a time. Otherwise, any of the doors may fall and cause physical injury. Make sure the refrigerator powers off before disconnecting the connectors. 3. Remove the 3 hex bolts that hold the hinge on the top of the refrigerator with the 8 mm socket spanner. Installation 4. Remove the screw that holds the ground wire with a Phillips screwdriver (+). 5.
6. Lift the door straight up to remove. 7. Gently pull up the door vertically to remove. Do not apply excessive force to the door. The door may fall, causing physical injury. 8. Lay the door down on a flat surface. 9. Repeat the above steps for the other door. Installation English 31 RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Installation Detach the freezer doors CAUTION Be sure to remove the fridge doors before removing the freezer doors. 1. Remove the screw attached to the left and right middle hinges with a philips screwdriver (+). Remove the 2 hex head bolts attached to the left and right middle hinges with an allen spanner (Ø 4 mm). Installation 2. Remove the Middle Hinge connected to the Freezer. 3. Tilt the door to the front, and then gently lift it up to remove.
Reattach the freezer doors CAUTION • • Before reattaching the doors, make sure all the electrical connectors are properly connected. The freezer door must be reattached before the fridge door. 1. Insert the freezer door into the bottom hinge while pushing the freezer door in the arrow direction. Installation 2. Repeat the above steps for the other door. English 33 RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Installation Reattach the fridge doors 1. While holding the door open by more than 90 degrees, reinsert it into the middle hinge. 2. Put the top hinge into its position, and then insert into the top hole of the door. Installation 3. Insert and tighten the ground screw into the left and right upper hinges with a Phillips screwdriver (+). 4. Insert and tighten the 3 hex head bolts into the left and right upper hinges with a socket wrench (8 mm). 34 English RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
5. Connect the wire connectors. CAUTION • Make sure the wire connectors are connected properly. Otherwise, the display does not operate. 6. Repeat the above steps for the other door. 7. Position the cover hinge in place. Then, tighten the screws (x4). Installation English 35 RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Installation Step-by-step installation STEP 1 Select a site Site requirements: • • • • • • Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation Away from direct sunlight Adequate room for opening and closing the door Away from a heat source Room for maintenance and servicing Temperature range: between 10 °C and 43 °C Effective temperature range The refrigerator is designed to operate normally in the temperature range specified by its class rating.
Clearance See the pictures and table below for space requirements for installation. B A Depth “A” 740 Width “B” 833 Height “C” 1793 Overall Height “D” 1775 (unit: mm) D C 01 04 04 02 Installation 01 More than 50 mm 02 130° 03 1394 mm 04 282 mm 05 320 mm 06 830 mm 07 655 mm 08 36 mm 09 1088 mm 02 05 03 06 07 08 09 NOTE The measurements in the above table may differ, depending on the measuring method. English 37 RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Installation STEP 2 Flooring NOTE Spacer Remove paper on spacer and then attach a spacer (Gray block) on the back side of refrigerator for better performance. Make sure a spacer fix like above image when you install the refrigerator. It is improving the refrigerator performance. If You set the refrigerator in furniture, the spacer should be removed for the doorflushing with furniture. • Installation • • The surface to install the refrigerator must support a fully loaded refrigerator.
STEP 3 Adjust the levelling feet CAUTION • • • The refrigerator must be levelled on a flat, solid floor. Failing to do so can cause damage to the refrigerator or physical injury. Levelling must be performed with an empty refrigerator. Make sure no food items remain inside the refrigerator. For safety reasons, adjust the front side a little higher than the rear side. The refrigerator can be levelled using the front legs that have a special screw (leveller) for levelling purposes.
Installation STEP 4 Adjust the door height as well as the door gap Snap ring The height of a door can be adjusted using the provided snap rings (1 mm). To adjust the height of a door 1. Check the height difference between the doors, and then raise and hold the lower door. Installation 2. Insert a suitable-sized snap ring (A) between the door and the hinge as shown. A CAUTION • Insert only one snap ring for this purpose. Two or more snap rings may slip out or make a rubbing noise.
STEP 5 Initial settings By completing the following steps, the refrigerator should be fully functioning. 1. Plug the power cord into the wall socket to turn the refrigerator on. 2. Open the door, and check if the interior light lights up. 3. Set the temperature to the coldest, and wait for about an hour. Then, the freezer will be slightly chilled, and the motor will run smoothly. 4. Wait until the refrigerator reaches the set temperature. Now the refrigerator is ready for use.
Operations Feature panel 01 02 03 Operations 04 01 Fridge / Power Cool 02 Freezer / Power Freeze 03 Vacation 04 Lock 42 English RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
01 Fridge / Power Cool (3 sec) The Fridge button can be used to set the fridge temperature, or to activate/deactivate Power Cool. Fridge You can manually adjust the cooling temperature for the fridge. The temperature indicator informs you of the currently set or selected temperature. Keep pressing Fridge to select a desired temperature between 2 °C and 8 °C. Power Cool speeds up the cooling process at maximum fan speed.
Operations 02 Freezer / Power Freeze (3 sec) Freezer The Freezer button can be used to set the freezer temperature, or to activate Power Freeze. Available temperatures are between -16 °C and -24 °C. Power Freeze speeds up the freezing process at maximum fan speed. The freezer keeps running at full speed for several hours and then returns to the previous temperature. • • Power Freeze • To activate Power Freeze, press Freezer button 3 sec to select Power Freeze.
03 Vacation (3 sec) The Vacation button can be used to activate/deactivate Vacation mode. If you are going on vacation or a business trip, or if you do not intend to use the refrigerator for an extended time, use the Vacation feature. Press and hold Vacation for 3 seconds to turn off the fridge operation with the Vacation indicator ( ) on. NOTE • • It is strongly recommended to empty the fridge compartment and make sure the door is closed.
Operations Special features The refrigerator has features convenient for you. Water dispenser (dispenser models only) With the water dispenser, you can dispense water without opening the fridge door. To fill the water tank with potable water Open the door and locate the water tank that is surrounded by the door bins. 1. Remove the upper door bin first and open the water tank cover. 1 2 2. Fill the water tank with potable water up to 2 liters.
CAUTION • • • • • • The water dispenser is designed to dispense potable water. Fill the water tank only with potable water. Do not fill with any other liquids. Do not fill the water tank excessively, which causes an overflow. Make sure that water tank is seated properly. Do not use the refrigerator without the water tank. This may reduce performance and efficiency. If you do not use the water dispenser for 2-3 days, the dispensed water may have an abnormal smell or taste. This is not a system failure.
Operations Freezer shelf (ASSY SHELF FRE) To secure more room in the freezer remove the middle drawer of the freezer, and then insert the freezer shelf between the middle and bottom drawers. • The freezer shelf does not affect the thermal or mechanical performance of the refrigerator. • Remove the protective film on the freezer shelf before use. 1. Slide open and remove the middle drawer. Operations Rear 2. Insert the freezer shelf in the position of the middle drawer.
CAUTION • • Operations • The freezer shelf (ASSY SHELF FRE) is specifically designed to replace the middle drawer for additional storage room. Do not put the freezer shelf over on the Sliding Shelf. Make sure to insert the freezer shelf in the correct direction. Otherwise, it may be damaged. Keep the removed middle drawer in a safe place for future use. English 49 RF48A4000B4_ME_EN.
Maintenance Handle and care Tempered glass shelves (fridge) • Slightly lift up the rear side of the shelf to pull out. • Twist the shelf diagonally to remove. CAUTION • • • The tempered glass shelves are heavy. Use caution when removing them. The shelf must be inserted correctly. Do not insert upside down. Glass containers may scratch the surface of glass shelves. Door bins Maintenance To remove the top door bin, hold the front sides of the bin, and then gently lift up to remove.
Vegetable & fruit drawers Gently lift up the front of the drawer and slide out. It is recommended to remove the door bins before removing the drawer. This is to prevent damage to the door bins. Vegetable shelf 1. Slide out the left-sided vegetable drawer. Maintenance 2. While supporting the vegetable shelf with one hand, slide out with the other hand. NOTE Using the space that is revealed after removing the upper shelf, take out the vegetable shelf.
Maintenance Cleaning Interior and exterior WARNING • • • Do not use benzene, thinner, or home/car detergent such as Clorox™ for cleaning purposes. They may damage the surface of the refrigerator and cause a fire. Do not spray water onto the refrigerator. This may cause electric shock. Do not put fingers or other objects into the dispenser hole. Regularly use a dry cloth to remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points. 1. Unplug the power cord. 2.
Troubleshooting Before calling for service, review the checkpoints below. Any service calls regarding normal situations (No Defect Cases) will be charged to users. General Temperature Symptom Fridge/freezer does not operate. Fridge/freezer temperature is warm. Fridge/freezer is over-cooling. • Power cord is not plugged in properly. • Temperature control is not set correctly. • Solution • Properly plug in the power cord. • Set the temperature lower.
Troubleshooting Odors Symptom Refrigerator has odors. Possible causes • Spoiled food. • Food with strong odors. Solution • Clean the refrigerator and remove any spoiled food. • Make sure strong smelling food is wrapped airtight. Frost Symptom Possible causes Frost around the vents. • Food is blocking the vents. Frost on interior walls. • Door is not closed properly. • Fruits or vegetables are stored in the Fresh/Chef Zone. Fruits or vegetables are frozen.
Do you hear abnormal sounds from the refrigerator? Before calling for service, review the checkpoints below. Any service calls related to normal sounds will be charged to the user. These sounds are normal. • When starting or ending an operation, the refrigerator may make sounds similar to a car engine igniting. As the operation stabilizes, the sounds will decrease. Buzzing! Clicking! or Chirping! • While the fan is operating, these sounds may occur.
Troubleshooting • As the refrigerator cools or freezes, refrigerant gas moves through sealed pipes, causing bubbling sounds. Bubbling! • As the refrigerator temperature increases or decreases, plastic parts contract and expand, creating knocking noises. These noises occur during the defrosting cycle or when electronic parts are working. Cracking! • • For ice maker models: When the water valve opens to fill the ice maker, buzzing sounds may occur.
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