RSA1D*** RSA1J*** RSA1N*** Refrigerator user manual English Free Standing Appliance imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product. To receive a more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.
features of your new refrigerator Key features of your new refrigerator Your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator comes equipped with many space-saving, innovative storage and energy-efficient features. • HIDDEN HINGES & DOOR S/W Slick-covered hidden hinges & door s/w helps Neat & Stylish square frontal view. • CoolSelect Duo (Optional) The customizable CoolSelect Duo lets you choose between meat and vegetable mode depending on your needs.
safety information SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING WARNING • Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for your reference. •B ecause these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from those described in this manual. CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists. WARNING Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.
safety information WARNING • In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas-air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used. • Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer. • The room must be 1m3 in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance.
• The refrigerator must be grounded. - You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from the refrigerator. • Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightening rods as ground. - Improper use of the ground plug can result in electric shock. • Do not dissemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself. - You run risk of causing a fire, malfunction and/or personal injury.
safety information CAUTION SIGNS FOR CLEANING • Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance. - Any sharp edges may cause personal injury. • Never put fingers or other objects into the dispenser hole and ice chute. - It may cause personal injury or material damage. • Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug, remove any foreign material or dust from the power plug pins. - Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
safety information Additional Tips for Proper Usage • Allow the appliance to stand for 2hours after installation. • To get best performance of product, - Do not place foods too closely in front of the vents at the rear of the appliance as it can obstruct free air circulation in the freezer compartment. - Wrap the food up properly or place it in airtight containers before put it into the fridge freezer - Do not put any newly introduced food for freezing near to already frozen food.
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setting up your side-by-side refrigerator GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR Selecting the best location for the refrigerator Select a location with easy access to the water supply. Select a location without direct exposure to sunlight. Select a location with level (or nearly level) flooring. Select a location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily. Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface.
REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS If your entrance won’t allow the refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors. 1. Removing the Front Leg Cover First, open both the freezer and refrigerator doors, and then take off the front leg cover by turning the three screws counter-clockwise. Separating the Water Supply Line from the Refrigerator 1. Remove the water line by pressing the coupler 1 and pulling the water line : 1 2 Do not cut the water line. Gently separate it from the coupler.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator 2. Removing the freezer door 1. With the Freezer door closed, remove the upper hinge cover then disconnect the wires by gently pulling them apart . 1 using a screwdriver, and 1 . Remove hinge screws and the ground screw by turning counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge . Be careful that the door does not fall on you as you are removing it .
Removing the Fridge Door 1. With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover 1 using a screwdriver. 1 . Remove hinge screws and the ground screw by turning counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge . Be careful that the door does not fall on you as you are removing it. . Remove the door from the lower hinge 1 _ setting up by lifting the door straight up .
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator rEattaCHing tHE rEfrigErator Doors Reattaching the Freezer Door 1. Insert the upper hinge shaft into the hole on the corner of the freezer door . Make sure the hinge is level between the upper hinge hole and the hole of the cabinet and reattach the hinge screws and ground screw by turning in a clockwise direction. . Reconnect the wires. .
Reattaching the Fridge Door 1. Fit the hole in the corner of the fridge door hinge . over the lower . Insert the upper hinge shaft into the hole on the hinge . Make sure the hinge is level between the upper hinge hole and the hole on the top of the cabinet . Then, reattach hinge screws and the ground screw 10 by turning it in a clock wise direction. . Place the front part of the upper hinge cover 11 on the front of the upper hinge 1 and reattach it with the screw.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator Reattaching the Water Supply Line 01 SETTING UP 1. Insert the water line 1 into the coupler 2 . 2 1 2.The Water Line must be fully Inserted to the center of transparent coupler to prevent water leakage from the dispenser. 3.Insert the clip in the install pack and check that it holds the line firmly. Center of transparent coupler clip A (1/4”) (6.35mm) Reattaching the Front Leg Cover Before attaching the cover, check water connector for leakage.
LEVELing tHE rEfrigErator Now that the doors are back on the refrigerator, you will want to make sure the refrigerator is level so you can then make final adjustments. If the refrigerator is not level, it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even. The front of the refrigerator is also adjustable. When the Freezer door is lower than the fridge Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into a notch on the Leg, turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the freezer.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator MaKing Minor aDjustMEnts to tHE Doors When the door of the freezer is higher than the fridge adjustment part In the case of the process to correct the imbalance is the same. Open the doors and adjust them, one at a time, as follows: 1. Unscrew the nut 1 from the lower hinge until it reaches the upper end of the bolt .
. After adjusting the doors, turn the nut 1 clockwise the bolt, then tighten the bolt again with the wrench until it reaches the lower end of to fix the nut in place 1 . Wrench 1 bolt Nut If you do not secure the nut firmly, the bolt may release. CHECKing tHE watEr DisPEnsEr LinE (oPtionaL) A water dispenser is just one of the helpful features on your new Samsung refrigerator. To help promote better health, the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles from your water.
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator LINE OUTLET - If you wish to reassemble the water inlet and outlet sides of the filter during filter installation, see the reference illustration. - Cut the water line attached to the filter to the appropriate place after measuring the distance between the filter and the cold water tap. 90 degree SIDE OF FILTER REFERENCE FILTER WATER WATER INLET SIDE OF FILTER COUPLER Remove any residual matter inside the filter.
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 INSTRUCTIONS COMPRESSOR COVER OF REFRIGERATOR Secure the water line. - Using clip ”A”, fix the water line to the wall (the back of refrigerator).
setting up your side-by-side refrigerator 1. Turn ON the main water supply & turn OFF the valve to the water supply line. 2. Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear (approx. 1L). This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines. 3. Additional flushing may be required in some households. 4. Open the refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming from the water filter.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Setting up the refrigerator Now that you have your new refrigerator installed and in place, you are ready to set up and enjoy the full features and functions of the appliance. By completing the following steps, your refrigerator should be fully operational. If not, first check the power supply and electricity source or try the troubleshooting section at the back of this user guide.
OPERATING THE REFRIGERATOR Using the Control Panel RSA1J/D 2 3 6 7 4 RSA1N 5 6 When not in use the temperature, Dual Flow and Filter (green) display will turn off, and press the key or door open will turn on again,this is normal. 1 POWER FREEZE BUTTON Speeds up the time needed to freeze products in the freezer. This can be helpful if you need to quickly freeze items that spoil easily or if the temperature in the freezer has warmed dramatically (For example, if the door was left open).
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator USING THE DIGITAL DISPLAY “88” segment on Freezer part indicates the current Freezer temperature. “88” segment on Fridge part indicates the current Fridge temperature. RSA1J/D RSA1N Power Freeze This icon will light up when you activate the “Power Freeze” feature. “Power Freeze” is great for times when you need a lot of ice. Press the Power Freeze button and ice production will increase.
Filter Indicator Child Lock This icon will light up when you activate the Child Lock function by pressing the Power Cool button and the Fridge button simultaneously for 3 seconds. Press these two buttons for 3 seconds again to reactivate. Also,this button has another function.When this button is pressed for 3 seconds (lock indication lamp turn on),the heater for sweat control is off at a same time.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator USING THE ICE AND COLD WATER DISPENSER Press the Ice Type button to select the type of ice you want No Ice Select this if you want to turn off the icemaker Ice is made in cubes. When you select “Crushed”, the icemaker grinds the ice cubes into crushed ice. Dispensing ice Place your glass underneath the ice outlet and push gently against the ice dispenser lever with your glass.
SHELVES AND BINS Freezer Ice Chute (Optional) Lamp Cover Glass Shelves Door Bins Drawers (Optional) Front Leg Cover Fridge Lamp Cover Dairy Bin Glass Shelf Tray Utility Door Bins Vegetable &Fruit Drawers (Optional) CoolSelect Duo (Optional) operating _27 02 OPERATING Ice Maker Bucket (Optional)
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator STORING FOOD Storing Food in the Freezer The Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum spacesaving features and functions. Here are some of the customized compartments we have created to keep your food fresher, longer. Remember, in order to prevent odor penetration to the ice, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible.
Storing Food in the Freezer Do not put your fingers, hands or any other objects in the ice chute or the ice maker bucket. This may result in personal injury or material damage. ICE CHUTE 2 SHELVES Can be used to store all types of frozen food. 3 DOOR BINS Can be used for small packages of frozen food. DRAWERS Best used to store meats or dry foods. Stored food should be wrapped securely using foil or other suitable wrapping materials or containers.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator Using the CoolSelect Duo (OPTIONAL) The CoolSelect Duo is designed to make your busy life just a little bit easler. Meat When MEAT is selected, the temperature of the CoolSelect Duo is suitable for storing meat or ham by entering chill of freezer to it. This feature also helps keep meat or ham fresh for longer. Vegetable When VEGETABLE is selected, the temperature of CoolSelect Duo is suitable for storing vegetable or fruit by closing chill of freezer to it.
REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES CAUTION In case it does not have hooks itself in the back Hook side for not being tilted,a shelf should be placed deeply in a proper position where there are blocks for shelves as shown. if not, the shelf can fall out of a refrigerator. 02 OPERATING Cleaning and rearranging the interior of the freezer is a snap. 1. Remove the Glass Shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and remove it. Block 2.
side-by-side refrigerator REMOVING THE FRIDGE ACCESSORIES 1. Remove the Glass Shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and gently remove it. CAUTION In case it does not have hooks itself in the back Hook side for not being tilted,a shelf should be placed deeply in a proper position where there are blocks for shelves as shown. if not, the shelf can fall out of a refrigerator. Block 2.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR Cleaning the Interior 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 them before putting them back into place. Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft cloth.
operating the SAMSUNG side-by-side refrigerator CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WARNING Do not replace LED lamp privately and please contact the specialized repair staff if necessary. And make it sure that the new LED lamp is the same as the old one. Do not break the lamp cover . using tHE Doors The refrigerator doors are equipped with a door opening and closing feature that ensures that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed.
troubleshooting PRObleM sOlUTION the refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently. • • • • the food in the fridge is frozen. • • • you hear unusual noises or sounds. • • • • the front corners and sides of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring. ice is not dispensing. • • • • • • • you can hear water bubbling in the refrigerator. there is a bad smell in the refrigerator. Check that the refrigerator is level and stable.
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