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Features of your new Refrigerator

KEy FEAtuREs oF youR nEw REFRiGERAtoR

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

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twin Cooling system

The 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.

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Cool select Pantry

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The Cool Select pantry

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 is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control.

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Bigger & wider space

The wide shelf area and pantry provide enough space for larger items like a pizza box, etc.
The wide freezer drawer also provides enough space for 2~3 turkeys.

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secure Auto Close

The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open.

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Compact ice Maker

The Ice maker can dispense cubed or crushed ice.

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Digital Display and temperature Control

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water Filtration system

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Door Alarm

A helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar.

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tilting Pocket

The Tilting pocket can be used to store up to a 16” pizza.

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Auto Pull out Drawer

The upper drawer in the freezer comes out automatically as you just open the freezer door.

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super Extended Drawer

The upper drawer can be pulled out to the Tilting Pocket.

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Easy Handle

Freezer door can be opened with less effort.

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Energy star

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

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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 #  

   

        

Summary of Contents for RFG297AAWP

Page 1: ...frigerator user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com register RFG297AA Englis...

Page 2: ...so provides enough space for 2 3 turkeys Secure Auto Close The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open Compact Ice Maker The Ice maker can dispense cubed or cru...

Page 3: ...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 preve...

Page 4: ...ight Changing the light while the Refrigerator is plugged in may cause electric shock If you wish to dispose of the Refrigerator remove the doors and seals before throwing it away The doors and their...

Page 5: ...re articles on the top of the appliance When you open or close the door the articles may fall and cause personal injury and or damage to surrounding objects Do not store pharmaceutical products scient...

Page 6: ...ion planned empty the Refrigerator and turn it off Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open to keep odor and mold from developing Service warranty and Modification Any changes or...

Page 7: ...vel 18 Checking the water dispenser line 19 Installing the water line 21 Using the control panel 22 Using the Digital display 24 Using the cold water dispenser 26 Parts and Features 27 Storing food in...

Page 8: ...w sufficient space for air circulation of the internal cooling system If the Refrigerator does not have enough space the internal cooling system may not work properly FLOORING For proper installation...

Page 9: ...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 Ref...

Page 10: ...inges 12 3 Remove the 3 hex head bolts 7 attached to the upper left and right door hinges with a wrench 13 32 With a Philips head screwdriver remove the ground screw 8 attached to the upper left and r...

Page 11: ...the freezer door up from the rails 2 Remove the tilting pocket 1 by pulling both brackets 2 upward at the same time 3 Take out the lower basket 3 by lifting the basket up from the rail system 1 Take...

Page 12: ...2 Place the hole in the bottom of the door over the lower hinge 12 Be careful not to miss the hinge cap because it can be easily taken off 12 Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Assemble the Ref...

Page 13: ...ke sure that the wires are not pressed or damaged by the hinge cover 1 2 REAttACHinG tHE REFRiGERAtoR DooRs The water line 5 must be fully inserted to the marked line to prevent water leakage from the...

Page 14: ...y lock into place 6 Insert the upper drawer Slot Slot 2 Attach the freezer door front onto the open slots on the sides Slot Slot 3 Tighten 4 hex head bolts completely with a socket wrench 7 16inch Slo...

Page 15: ...nsert a flat blade screwdriver into a notch on the left control lever turn it clockwise or counter clockwise to level the left door when the left door is higher than the Right door Insert a flat blade...

Page 16: ...er 1 you can see the lower hinge 2 2 Insert the supplied hex wrench 3 into the shaft 4 of the lower hinge 3 Please adjust the height by turning the hex wrench 3 clockwise or counter clockwise When you...

Page 17: ...tly to loosen the door 2 Loosen the controller screw 3 with a Phillips screwdriver 3 Find the best level to align the door slope After adjustment first tighten screw 3 and then screw 2 Freezer Drawer...

Page 18: ...with low water pressure below 20psi you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure Make sure the water storage tank inside the Refrigerator is properly filled To do this press the w...

Page 19: ...fe is about 6 months Setting Up _19 2 3 Sticker month indicator 1 1 Slip the compression nut through the supplied plastic tubing 2 Tighten the compression nut onto the 1 4 compression fitting If you a...

Page 20: ...ove the water filter If you have questions about your water pressure call a licensed qualified plumber Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Turn until the label is aligned Separation of red cap Co...

Page 21: ...hold the Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool button for 3 seconds to speed up the time needed to cool products in the Refrigerator It can be helpful if you need to quickly cool easily spoiled items or i...

Page 22: ...y this happens about every 6 months The filter Indicator will be Blue when you initially insert the water filter The filter Indicator will be Light Pink when you have used your water filter for 5 mont...

Page 23: ...edly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt at 4 F The temperature display will move sequentially from 8 F to 8 F When the di...

Page 24: ...HutE wHilE ClEAninG PUSH Check the water level 2 Test button CAution In case ice doesn t come out pull out the ice bucket and press test button located on the right side of ice maker Do not press the...

Page 25: ...It may result in personal injury or material damage Never put your finger or any other objects in the dispenser opening It may cause injury Do not disassemble the Ice Maker personally It may cause dis...

Page 26: ...Drawer Freezer Drawer Bin Ice Maker Foldable Shelf Slide Shelf Quick Space Glass Shelf When closing the door make sure the Vertical Hinged Section is in the correct position to avoid scratching the ot...

Page 27: ...zing them If the food in your Refrigerator becomes frozen please set the temperature higher Best place to keep eggs Place the container on the shelf for easy access 4 EGG CONTAINER If you plan to go a...

Page 28: ...temp You can select your Pantry temperature from among Fresh 38 F 3 C Chilled 34 F 0 C and Deli 41 F 5 C modes Fruits and vegetables may be damaged under the Chilled setting Do not store lettuce or ot...

Page 29: ...pull straight out To relocate Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops Dust removal method Remove the guard and wash in water Do not adjust a bin full of foods CAUTION Injur...

Page 30: ...full extension and raise the front side of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry then lift the divider out To relocate the divider Hook the back of the divider over the rear wall o...

Page 31: ...o full extension Tilt up rear of drawer and lift straight out To relocate Place the drawer onto the rails by tilting it up Lower the drawer into place until it is horizontal and slide the drawer in 1...

Page 32: ...cover Doing so may cause an electric shock CAUTION Do not clean the Refrigerator with benzene thinner or car detergent due to risk of fire Cleaning the ice water Dispenser Push down one end of the tra...

Page 33: ...the lights after reading through these directions contact your service center for help Replacement bulbs for both freezer and fridge are available from your local home improvement or electronics store...

Page 34: ...eplacement water filter you can visit your local service center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor Be sure the replacement water filter has the SAMSUNG logo on the box and on the water filter Li...

Page 35: ...Influent Concentration NSF Specified Influent Challenge Concentration Units apply to each row Average Reduction Average Product Water Concentration Max Permissible Product Water Concentration NSF Red...

Page 36: ...36_ Operating Operating your SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator Water Filter Certification...

Page 37: ...d Cream Dips opened 1 week Not recommended Yogurt 10 14 Days Not recommended Check date code Keep covered Frozen Yogurt na 2 Months EGGS Eggs uncooked 3 4 Weeks Not recommended Check date code Store e...

Page 38: ...day 3 4 months Roast 2 4 Days 6 12 Months Bacon 1 2 weeks 1 2 Months Sausage 1 2 Days 1 2 Months Steak 2 4 Days 6 9 Months Poultry 1 day 12 Months Lunch meat 3 5 Days 1 month Cooked Meat 2 3 Days 2 3...

Page 39: ...ndensation is occurring Some heat is normal as anti condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of the Refrigerator to prevent condensation Is the Refrigerator door ajar Condensation can...

Page 40: ...ubject to availability within the contiguous United States In home service is not available in all areas To receive in home service the product must be unobstructed and accessible from floor level to...

Page 41: ...CE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER S PROPERTY...

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