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RB195ABRB197ABRB215ABRB217AB

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Refrigeratoruser manual

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2_ Features

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.

Model #

Serial #

Features of your new RefrigeratorKEy fEAtuREs of youR nEw REfRigERAtoR

Your Samsung Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient features.

• twin Cooling systemThe 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.

• Bigger & wider spaceThe wide shelf area provides enough space for larger items.The wide freezer drawer also provides enough space for 2~3 turkeys.

• secure Auto CloseThe Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open.

• Digital Display and temperature Control

• Door AlarmA helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar.

• Easy HandleFreezer door can be opened with less effort.

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

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Safety Information _3

sAfEty infoRMAtionBefore 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 RB195AB, 197AB, 215AB & 217AB, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any questions, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www.samsung.com.

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :

WARNINGHazards or unsafe practices that may result in severepersonalinjuryordeath.

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minorpersonalinjuryorpropertydamage.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic safety precautions:

Do NOT attempt.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

Follow directions explicitly.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Call the service center for help.

Notice

Thesewarningsignsareheretopreventinjurytoyouandothers.Pleasefollowthemexplicitly.Keepthismanualinasafeplaceforfuturereference.

sEVERE wARning signs WARNING

❏ For Refrigerator Installation

Do not damage parts containing Refrigerant. if they are damaged, it may cause a fire or explosion. Do not touch the refrigerator if it is damaged. follow the items below and contact the store where the refrigerator was purchased or a samsung Appliance service Center. (tel 1-800-sAMsung)1. Open the windows and air the room. (Do not use a ventilating fan.)2. Avoid using flammable or electric appliances.

Safety Information

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Safety Information

4_ Safety Information

never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground.• Improperuseofthegroundingplugcanresultinariskofelectricshock.Ifitisnecessarytousean

extension cord to power the Refrigerator, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade ground plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC 115V~120V, 10A, or more. Additionally, if a grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle box is also fully grounded.

the Refrigerator must be safely grounded• AlwaysmakesurethatyouhavegroundedtheRefrigeratorbeforeattemptingtoinvestigateorrepairany

part of the appliance. Power leakages can cause severe electric shock.

the appliance must have sufficient space around it. (Refer to page 10 for the best location.)• Whenrefrigerantleaks,itispossibletocauseafireorexplosion.

CAution signs CAUTION

the appliance must be positioned for easy access to power source.

the appliance must be placed on the level surface of hard material.• Placingonanunlevelsurfacemaycauseittotipover,resultingininjuryorpropertydamage.

Do not use casters under the Refrigerator on a surface that is easily damaged.• WhenmovingtheRefrigerator,spreadoutaprotectorsuchascardboardcartonundertheRefrigerator.

(Refer to page 10 for flooring.)

Do not install the Refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water.• Wetand/ordeterioratedinsulationoftheinternalelectricalpartsmaycauseelectricshockorfire.

Do not place the refrigerator directly in sunlight.

sEVERE wARning signs WARNING - Cont’D

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Safety Information _5

Do not put undue stress on the power cord or place heavy articles on it.•Placingheavyarticlesonthepowercordmaycreatetheriskofexplosionorfire.

Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.• Itmaycauseanelectricshock.

sEVERE wARning signs WARNING

❏ Power PlugContact the retailer where you purchased the appliance for if you have a power plug problem.

Do not plug several appliances into the same power receptacle.•Largeappliancesdrawalotofpower.Poweringmorethanoneapplianceormachinefromasinglepower

source could cause overheating and a fire.

Make sure that the power plug is not kinked or damaged by the back of the Refrigerator.•Adamagedpowerplugmayoverheatandcauseafire.

insert the power plug into the socket completely.• Incompleteinsertingmaycauseafirebyelectricshockorheat.

Do not use the power plug if the plug or power cord is damaged.• Itmaycauseafireorelectricshock.

Do not damage power plug or cord, or push the Refrigerator backward.• Bendingandbindingthepowercord,orpushingRefrigeratorbackwardmaycauseafireorelectricshock

by wire damage.

Do not use the loose socket.• Thereisariskofelectricshockorfire.Havethepluglookedatbyalicensedelectrician.

never unplug your Refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.• Alwaysgripthepowercordfirmlyandpullstraightoutfromtheoutlet.Yankingorpullingonthepower

cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.• Adamagedpowercordmustbereplacedbythemanufacturer,acertifiedserviceagentorqualifiedservice

personnel.

CAution signs CAUTION

Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins.• Adirtypowerplugcanincreasetheriskoffire.

Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

if the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a certified service agent or qualified service personnel.

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Do not put a container filled with water without cap on the Refrigerator.• Ifitspills,itmaycausefireorelectricshock.

Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.• Whenyouopenorclosethedoor,thearticlesmayfallandcausepersonalinjuryand/ordamageto

surrounding objects.

Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials and temperature-sensitive products in the refrigerator.• ProductsthatrequireexacttemperaturecontrolsshouldnotbestoredintheRefrigerator.

Do not put your hands or legs/foot under the appliance.• Anysharpedgesmaycausepersonalinjury.

Do not use any electric appliance inside the refrigerator.• Incaseofrefrigerantleak,itmaycauseafireandexplosion.

Do not touch the Refrigerator or power plug, and air the room with opening window if any flammable gas (propane gas, city gas, etc.) leaks.• Anexplosionmayoccurduetoaelectricalcontactsparkandcausefireorinjury.

Safety Information

Do not disassemble or repair the Refrigerator by yourself.• Youmayruntheriskoffire,appliancemalfunctionsand/orpersonalinjury.Callyournearestservicecenter

for help from a qualified service technician.

unplug the Refrigerator and stop the operation if there is any problem or failure.

Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the Refrigerator.• Storingbenzene,thinner,alcohol,ether,LPgasandothersuchproductsmaycauseexplosions.

Do not use aerosols near the Refrigerator.•AerosolsusedneartheRefrigeratormaycauseanexplosionorfire.

sEVERE wARning signs WARNING

❏ For Usage of Refrigerator

Do not spray water directly into or on the outside of the Refrigerator/freezer drawer.•Watercouldgetintotheinteriormachinepartsandcauseelectricshock.

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if you have a long vacation planned, empty the Refrigerator and turn it off.• Wipeexcessmoisturefromtheinsideandleavethedoorsopentokeepodorandmoldfromdeveloping.

CAution signs CAUTION

if the Refrigerator will not be used for a long period of time (for example, over several months), unplug the power from the wall.• Overtime,deteriorationinthepowercordinsulationmaycausefire.

unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior light.• ChangingthelightwhiletheRefrigeratorispluggedinmaycauseelectricshock.

Do not put bottles or glass containers in the freezer drawer.• Whenthecontentsfreezeandthenexpand,theglassmaybreakandcausepersonalinjuryorleave

dangerous glass shards in the Freezer.

Do not overfill the Refrigerator with food and drinks.• InanoverfullRefrigerator,heavy,fragile,bulkyorbreakableitemsmayfalloutandcausepersonalinjury

and/or damage to surrounding objects.

Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on shelves and handles of the Refrigerator. 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.

if you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the Refrigerator immediately and contact your samsung Electronics service Center.

After your Refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment. Particularly when hands are damp or wet, skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.• Skinmaysticktothesurfaceandyoumaygetfrostbite.

Do not touch the rails of freezer drawer. (RB217, RB197)• Whenthedrawerismoving,afingercanbecaughtbytherailandgetinjured.

if the Refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in.

Safety InformationsEVERE wARning signs WARNING - Cont’D

unplug the Refrigerator when it is checked for problem.

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Safety Information

sEVERE wARning signs WARNING

❏ When Moving or Transporting the Refrigerator

Do not damage the refrigerant circuit around the refrigerator.

if it is damaged, the refrigerant may leak and cause a fire and explosion.

Do not touch the refrigerant if it is damaged, and follow the below items and contact the store where you buy it or samsung Appliance sVC Center (tel : 1-800-sAMsung).1. Open the windows and air the room. (Do not use the ventilating fan.)2. Avoid to use the flammable or electric appliances as possible.

this appliance is not intended for use by small children or infirm persons without capable, adult supervision. small children should be supervised when using the appliance.

Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators.

Before you throw away your old Refrigerator or freezer, make sure that you;• Takeoffthedoors.• Leaveallshelvesinplacessothatchildrenmaynoteasilyclimbinsideandshutthedoorwhiletheyare

inside.

service warranty and Modification• Anychangesormodificationsperformedbya3rdpartyonthisfinishedapplianceisnotcoveredunder

Samsung warranty service, nor can Samsung be responsible for safety issues that result from 3rd party modifications.

CAution signs CAUTION - Cont’D

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Contents

Contents _9

SETTINGUPYOURREFRIGERATOR

1010 Getting ready to install the refrigerator11 Installation of the water line13 Setting up the refrigerator13 Removing the refrigerator doors16 Levelingtherefrigerator

OPERATINGYOURSAMSUNGREFRIGERATOR

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17 Parts and Features18 Using the control panel 19 Controlling the temperature22 Storing food in the refrigerator22 Storing food in the freezer drawer23 Removing and relocating the refrigerator

accessories24 Removing the freezer accessories25 Cleaning the refrigerator26 Changing the interior lights

TROUBLESHOOTING

2727 Troubleshooting

WARRANTY

2828 Warranty

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Setting up your Refrigerator

10_ Setting Up

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

FLOORINGFor 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 223lbs(106kg). 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 return it to position by pushing it straight in.

•Allowclearancetotheright,left,backandtopwheninstalling.Thiswillhelpreducepowerconsumptionand keep your energy bills lower.

•IfyouinstalltheRefrigeratorwhereisbelow50ºF(10ºC),itmaynotfunctioninoptimumlevel.

When moving your refrigerator To prevent floor damage be sure the front leveling legs are in the up position(above the floor).Referto‘Levelingtherefrigerator’inthemanual (on page 16)

ControlLeverScrewdriver(-)

CAUTION

ModelRB195ABRB197AB

RB215ABRB217AB

Capacity (cu.ft) 18.7 20.5

Width (inch) 32 1/4

Depth (inch)with door 28 1/4 30 1/8

without door 24 3/4 26 3/4

Height (inch) 70

gEtting READy to instALL tHE REfRigERAtoRCongratulations on your purchase of this Samsung Refrigerator. We hope you enjoy the state-of-art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers.

SelectingthebestlocationfortheRefrigerator•Alocationwitheasyaccesstothewatersupply.•Alocationwithoutdirectexposuretosunlight.•Alocationwithlevel(ornearlylevel)flooring.•AlocationwithenoughspacefortheRefrigeratordoorstoopeneasily.•Allowsufficientspaceforaircirculationoftheinternalcoolingsystem.

If the Refrigerator does not have enough space, the internal cooling system may not work properly.

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instALLAtion of tHE wAtER LinE

Before you install the water line•Thewaterlineinstallationisnotwarrantedbytherefrigeratormanufacturer.

So before you install the water line, read the whole steps for installing and follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

•Bangingpipes(waterbanginginthepipes)inhouseplumbingcancausedamagetofridgepartsandlead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct the problem before installing the water supply line to the fridge.

•Topreventburnsandproductdamage,donothookupthewaterlinetothehotwaterline.•Donotinstallthewaterlineinareaswheretemperaturesfallbelowfreezing.•Whenusinganyelectricaldevice(suchasapowerdrill)duringinstallation,besurethedeviceis

insulated or wired in a manner to prevent electric shock.•Allinstallationsmustbeinaaccordancewithlocalplumbingcoderequirements.

Connecting to water supply line•ShutoffthemainwatersupplylineandturntheIcemakerto

the off position.•Locatethenearestcolddrinkingwaterline.•Followtheinstructionsinthewaterfilterinstallationkit.•AfterconnectingthewatersupplylinetotheCartridgeHolder

inlet and installing the Filter Cartridge (insert plastic line in fully).

•TurnonwatersupplyandFlush3gallonsthroughfilterbeforeuse (flush approximately 6 minutes)

•WaterlineKitandwaterfilterarenotcoveredbySamsung’sWarranty.Themanufacturer(ordealer,installer) of them is responsible for any defects and all the loss caused by water filter & water line kit .

•Thefiltershouldbereplacedshouldbereplacedaccordingtomanufacturer(ordealer)’sinstruction.•Toorderadditionalwaterfilters,pleasecontactthemanufacturer(ordealer)ofthefilter.

•Thewaterfiltermustbeinstalledoutsidetherefrigerator. It is not provided with your new refrigerator. The filter cartridge (8) and holder (9) kit can be purchased from the retailer where you purchased this refrigerator.

•Donotusecopperline.•Cutthetubing,makingsuretheendsaresquareandclean.

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1. Cold water line2. Pipe Clamp.3. Plastic line4. Compression nut5. Compression sleeve6. Packing nut7. shut off Valve8. filter Cartridge9. Cartridge Holder

using the water filter (not provided)

Incorrect Correct

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Connect the water line to the fridge•Connecttheplasticlineonthebackofyourfridgetothecartridge

holder outlet (fully insert the plastic line to the cartridge holder outlet).

•Insertplasticcliptothecartridgeholderinletandoutlet.•Turnwateronandcheckforanyleakage.

•Youcanpurchasethenecessaryfiltercartridgeattheretailerwhere you purchased this refrigerator. Make sure you buy the SAMSUNG filter cartridge (Replacement cartridge No : DA29-00015A) to ensure the best performance.

•Waterlinemustbeconnectedtodrinkablewateronly•Acompressionfittingandnutkitissuppliedwiththeunitanditisinsidethefridgedrawer.•WhenpushingtheRefrigeratorback,makesureyoudon’trolloverthepowercordorwater

line(Icemaker supply line)

Setting up your RefrigeratorCartridge Holder

Clip

filter cartridge

Plastic line(Provided)

Connecting to the water supply line•ShutoffthemainwatersupplylineandturntheIcemakertothe

off position.•Locatethenearestcoldwaterdrinkingline.

to use without the water filter

1. Cold water line2. Pipe Clamp.3. Plastic line4. Compression nut5. Compression sleeve6. Packing nut.7. shut off Valve

Connect the water line to the fridge1) Slip the compression nut through the plastic tubing.2) After inserting the compression nut into plastic tubing, tighten

the compression nut onto 1/4” compression fitting(Provided).

Do not overtighten the compression nut.•UsingCopperTubing

- Slip the compression nut and ferrule on copper tubing as shown.

•UsingPlasticTubing- 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.4) Turn water on and check for any leakage.

•Youcanpurchasethenecessaryfiltercartridgeattheretailerwhereyoupurchasedthisrefrigerator.Make sure you buy the SAMSUNG filter cartridge (Replacement cartridge No : DA29-00015A) to ensure the best performance.

•Waterlinemustbeconnectedtodrinkablewateronly.•WhenpushingtheRefrigeratorback,makesureyoudon’trolloverthepowercordorwaterline

(Icemaker supply line).

CAUTION

Householdwaterline

Compression nut(1/4”) (Purchased)

Compressionfitting (Provided)

Compression nut(1/4”) (Provided)

Bulb

Plastic tubing (Provided)

(not supplied) (not supplied)Copper tubing or Plastic tubing

Refrigerator

ferrule(Purchased)

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REMoVing tHE REfRigERAtoR DooRs

sEtting uP tHE REfRigERAtoRNow 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.

1. Place the Refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between the wall and the Refrigerator. Refer to installation instructions in this manual. (P8. Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator)

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.

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Compression fitting(DA62-00305A)

Compression nut(DA74-00070B)

Phillips Head Driver(+) Flat Head Driver(-) Socket Wrench (10mm) (for bolts)

Hex Wrench (3/16inch)(for Mid hinge)

Hex wrench (5/32 inch)(for Mid hinge shaft)

RequiredTools(Notprovided)

Some installations require door/drawer 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.

Disconnect power to the Refrigerator before remove door or drawer.WARNING

•Becarefulnottodropthedooranddoorscratchanddamagewhileremovingthedoor/drawer.•Becarefulnottogetinjuredwhileremovingthedoor/drawer.•Afterreattachingthedoor/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.

Check the accessories listed below.

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4. Remove the screw that holds the ground wire.

5. Separate Hinge from electric wire and ground wire as shown above.

6. Remove the fridge door by lifting it upward. Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door.

1. Separate the Cap on the Middle Hinge.

2. After removing one screw and two bolts, remove the Middle Hinge. (Unscrew the screws with the screwdriver(+) and hex bolts with the 3/16inch hex wrench.)

Removal of the freezer door (swing tyPE - RB215,RB195)

Middle Hinge

Setting up your RefrigeratorRemoval of the fridge door

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.

Hinge Cover

Be careful not to drop and scratch the fridge door while removing the fridge door!WARNING

ground wire

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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 3/16inch hex wrench.)

Removal of the freezer door (DRAwER tyPE - RB217,RB197)

Middle Hinge

3. After opening the Freezer door, remove the drawer box.

4. With the 10mm wrench, remove two bolts connecting the rail with the door.

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connected to the Freezer.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.

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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.

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 Refrigerator

ControlLever

Screwdriver(-)

Whentheleftsideislower.

ControlLever

screwdriver(-)

Whentheleftsideishigher.

5. Remove the Freezer door from the rails.

Both control levers must be surely touching the floor to avoid the possible personal injury or property damage because of tipping.WARNING

Removal of the freezer door (DRAwER tyPE - RB217,RB197) - Cont’D

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Features of your new RefrigeratorKey features of your new refrigerator

Safety InformationContentsSetting up your RefrigeratorGEttinG READy to instALL tHE REFRiGERAtoRInstalation of the water lineUsing the water filter (not provided)setting uP tHe ReFRigeRAtoRRemoving the refrigerator doorsleveling the refrigerator

Operating your SAMSUNG RefrigeratorPARTS AND FEATURESUsing the control pa nelControlling the temperatureStoring Food in the RefrigeratorStoring Food in the Frezer DrawerRemoving and relocating the fridge acessoriesREMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIESCLEAninG tHE REFRiGERAtoRCHANGING THE INTERIOR LigHtS

TroubleshootingWarranty