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Safety information
safety information
SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using your new Samsung French Door
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 effi ciently.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities, or those who lack experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Because the following instructions cover various
models, the characteristics of your refrigerator
may differ slightly from the refrigerator described in
this manual. If you have any question, contact us
at 1-800-SAMSUNG or fi nd help and information
online at www.samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and
precautions:
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in
severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in
minor personal injury or property damage.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the refrigerator is grounded to
prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
Note.
These warning signs are here to prevent
injury to you and others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
FOR INSTALLATION
Do not install the refrigerator in a damp
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place or place where it may come in
contact with water.
Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may
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cause an electric shock or fi re.
Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight
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or expose to the heat from stoves, room
heaters or other appliance.
Do not plug several appliances into the same
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multiple power strip. The refrigerator should
always be plugged into its own individual electrical
outlet which has a voltage rating that matches
the voltage listed on the refrigerator’s rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also
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prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which
could cause a fi re hazard from overheated wires.
If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power
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plug.
There is a risk of electric shock of fi re.
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Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion
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damage along its length or at either end.
Do not bend the power cord excessively or
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place heavy articles on it.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
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Do not hook the power cord over a metal object,
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place a heavy object on the power cord, insert
the power cord between objects, or push the
power cord into the space behind the appliance.
When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to
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roll over or damage the power cord
This may result in an electric shock or fi re.
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Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
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power cord. Always grip plug fi rmly and pull
straight out from the outlet.
Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit,
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fi re and/or electric shock.
Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
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Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause
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an explosion or fi re.
Do not install this appliance near a heater,
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infl ammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or
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dusty location, in a location exposed to direct
WARNING
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
(US ONLY)
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This product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
