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SIDE BY SIDE
REFRIGERATOR
Write the model and serial number here:
RS275** RS277**
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label of the
refrigerator’s cabinet on the left hand-side wall.
OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION
CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNING SIGNS...............................................................2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................4
SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR.........................................................4
MAJOR FEA
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SAFETY WARNING SIGNS • Before operating the appliance, please read and retain this manual thoroughly for your reference. • Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from those described in this manual. • The appliance is not intended for use by children or infirm persons without adult supervision. WARNING • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. CAUTION/WARN
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SAFETY WARNING SIGNS CAUTION SIGNS 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 Do not disconnect the power cord by
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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 Set the temperature control to the coldest location with reasonable clearance temperature and wait for an hour. The between the wall and the refrigerator. freezer should get slightly chilled and the (refer to ins
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CONTROL PANEL RS275** RS277** FREEZER BUTTON FRIDGE BUTTON To set the freezer temperature, press the To set the fridge temperature, press the button button repeatedly to change the set temper- repeatedly to change the set temperature in ature in sequence between 8°F and -14°F. increments of 1 F between 34°F and 46°F. COOLING OFF Cooling off stops cooling in both the freezer and POWER COOL refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off Speeds up the cooling process in the refrigerator e
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DIGITAL PANEL or RS275** RS277** Freezer indicates the current freezer temperature. Fridge indicates the current refrigerator temperature. TM Quick Cool,Thaw, and Select show the status of the CoolSelect Zone Drawer This indicator turns on when you press the Power Freeze button. • Power Freeze Press this button to quickly return the freezer to its set temperature. This feature enables you to get ice faster. • Press the button again to cancel the Power Freeze mode. • If you use this fun
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TEMPERATURE CONTROL Freezer Refrigerator The refrigerator temperature can be set between • The freezer temperature can be set between • 46°F and 34°F. 8°F and -14°F. Press the Fridge. button repeatedly until the desired • Press the Freezer. button repeatedly until the desired • temperature is shown in the temperature display. set temperature is shown in the temperature display. The temperature display changes in sequence and • The temperature display changes in sequence • reverts in the
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SHELVES AND BINS Freezer TM Xtra Space Door Bin Ice Maker Light Ice Chute Glass Shelf Light Switch Door Bin for RS275 (Tilt Pocket for RS277) Plastic Drawers Front Leg Cover Refrigerator Dairy Compartment Water Filter Compartment Light (upper) Wine Shelf (RS277) Spill-proof glass Shelf Gallon Door Bin Light Switch Foldable Shelf (RS277) Egg Container Lights (lower) TM CoolSelect Zone Drawer for RS277 (RS277) (Chilled bin for RS275) Door Bin Top Lips Vegetable & Fruit Drawers Gallon Do
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FOOD STORAGE GUIDE FROZEN FOOD STORAGE IN FREEZER Ice chute Do not put your fingers, hands or any other unsuitable objects in the chute or ice-maker bucket, as this may result in personal injury or may damage the part. WARNING Door Bin (Tilt Pocket, RS277**) Can be used for small packages of frozen food. • TM Xtra Space Can be used for frozen foods such as pizza, pasta, burritos, • and fajitas. In order to prevent odor penetration to the ice, stored food • should be wrapped securely.
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FOOD STORAGE GUIDE CHILLED FOOD STORAGE IN REFRIGERATOR Wine Shelf (RS277** ) Place your wine bottles on the shelf to maintain their taste. • Tempered Spill Proof Glass Shelf Can be used to store all types of chilled food. • Safe and break resistant. • Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon. • Egg Container • Put eggs in the container and place them on the shelf. TM Chilled Bin or CoolSelect Zone Drawer • Helps to preserve the taste of food and prolongs its freshn
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TM CoolSelect Zone Drawer GUIDE RS277** “Quick Cool” Button TM You can use the Quick Cool feature with the CoolSelect Zone . • “Quick Cool” allows 1~3 canned beverages to cool within 60 min. • To cancel this option, press the “Quick Cool” button again. • TM CoolSelect Zone returns to the previous temperature. When “Quick Cool” ends, it returns to the “Cool” temperature set- • ting. Depending on the beverages, the cool-down time may vary. NOTE When the “Quick Cool” option is selected,
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TM CoolSelect Zone Drawer GUIDE “Select” Button Soft Freeze When “Soft Freeze” is selected, the temperature on the • o digital panel displays 23°F(-5 C) all the time as soon as, regardless of the set temperature of the refrigerator. “Soft Freeze” temperature helps keep meat and fish • fresh for longer. Chill When “Chill” is selected, the temperature of the • CoolSe- o TM Drawer is kept at 30°F(-1 C), regardless of lect Zone the set refrigerator temperature. “Chill” temperature helps k
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REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES Glass Shelf Ice Maker Bucket Remove the bucket by lifting and pulling out. • Pull the shelf out as far as • it goes. Then lift it and remove it. Door Bin Front Leg Cover Open the freezer and refriger- • Hold the door bin with both • ator doors, remove three hands and then lift it. screws and detach the cover. To reassemble the front leg • cover, put it back to original position and tighten the three screws. Plastic Drawer Remove the drawer by Do not use
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CLEANING THE ACCESSORIES Interior Clean the accessories with a mild detergent, then wipe out with a dry cloth. • After washing the accessories, make sure that they are dry before using them again. • Exterior Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean cloth. • Clean the surface of doors, handles and cabinet with a mild detergent and soft cloth, then • wipe off the surface with a dry cloth. TM - Do not use Benzene, Thinner or Clorox for cleaning - Do not spray water directly on
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CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHT Before changing the interior light, unplug the refrigerator from the power supply. If you have difficulty changing the light, contact your service center. WARNING INTERIOR LIGHT IN THE REFRIGERATOR . Upper After changing the bulb, Place a flat screwdriver under Pull the cover in the direc- replace the light cover. the light cover hooks and push tion of the arrow. in the direction of the arrow. E26 40W Replacement bulbs for both freezer and fridge are available
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WATER FILTER The water “Filter Indicator” light “Filter Indicator” light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge. The light • will change from green to orange. This tells you that it is almost time to change the current cartridge. We recommend that you replace the cartridge when the light changes to red. (see “Install the water filter” section for more information) When you install the water filter, throw away the first six glassfulls of water filter, or un
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INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR Checking the Dimensions of your Entrance Door Check the dimensions of your entrance door to determine whether the refrigerator can pass through it. Model RS275 / RS277 1/2 Capacity (Cu. Ft) 26 7/8 Width 35 without Hinge 68 1/2 Case Height Dimension 70 with Hinge (inches) 33 13/16 with door Depth without door 1/2 30 Selecting the Location for the Refrigerator • Select a location with easy access to the water supply. • Select a location with enough spa
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REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Removing the Front Leg Cover Open the freezer and refrigerator doors, and then take off the Front Leg Cover by turning the three screws counter-clockwise. FRONT LEG COVER SCREWS Separating the Water Supply Line from the Refrigerator Remove the water tube by pressing the coupler ( ) and pulling the water tube ( ) away. ➁ ➀ Do not cut the water tube. Separate it from the coupler. NOTE 18
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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 the 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 the hinge screws ( ) and ground screw ( ) counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge (➄) ➂ ➃ in the direction of the arrow (➅). Be careful when removing th
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REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS Removing the Refrigerator Door 1) With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover (➀) using a screwdriver 2) Remove the hinge screws ( ) and the ground screw ( ) counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge ( ) in the direction of the arrow ( ). Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on you. 3) Remove the door from the lower hinge (➅) by 4) Remove the lower hinge (➇) from the bracket lifting the door (➆). (➈) by lifti
