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REFRIGERATOR

RM255AB*
RM257AB*

OWNER’S  MANUAL AND INSTALLATION

DA99-01418A  REV(0.1)

CONTENTS

SAFETY WARNING SIGNS

.............................................................. 2

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

....................................................... 4

SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR  ....................................................... 4
MAJOR FEATURES.................................................................................... 4
CONTROL PANEL ...................................................................................... 5
DIGITAL PANEL........................................................................................... 6
TEMPERATURE CONTROL  ..................................................................... 7
ICE AND COLD WATER DISPENSER  ..................................................... 7
SHELVES AND BINS.................................................................................. 8
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE .......................................................................... 9
ARCTIC SELECT ZONE

TM

DRAWER GUIDE ......................................... 11

FRESH SELECT ZONE

TM

DRAWER GUIDE........................................... 12

REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES......................................... 13
REMOVING  THE  FRIDGE ACCESSORIES.......................................... 13
REMOVING THE ARCTIC SELECT ZONE ACCESSORIES................. 14
REMOVING THE FRESH SELECT ZONE ACCESSORIES .................. 14
CLEANING THE ACCESSORIES ............................................................ 15
CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHT ........................................................ 16
WATER FILTER ......................................................................................... 18
DOORS...................................................................................................... 18

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

............................................... 19

INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR  ............................................ 20
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT BETWEEN THE DOORS ............................ 21
REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS .......................................... 24
REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS .................................... 25
CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LINE.......................................... 32
INSTALLATION OF THE WATER DISPENSER LINE ............................. 32
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE....................................................... 37

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Summary of Contents for RM255AB series

Page 1: ... REMOVING THE FREEZER ACCESSORIES 13 REMOVING THE FRIDGE ACCESSORIES 13 REMOVING THE ARCTIC SELECT ZONE ACCESSORIES 14 REMOVING THE FRESH SELECT ZONE ACCESSORIES 14 CLEANING THE ACCESSORIES 15 CHANGING THE INTERIOR LIGHT 16 WATER FILTER 18 DOORS 18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 19 INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR 20 ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT BETWEEN THE DOORS 21 REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS 24 REATTACHI...

Page 2: ...tall the refrigerator in a damp place or a place where it may come in contact with water Deteriorated insulation of the electrical parts may cause electric shock or fire Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the refrigerator The storage of benzene thinner alcohol ether LP gas and other such products may cause explosions Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the refrigera...

Page 3: ... be replaced by the manufacturer a certified service agent or a qualified service personnel If you have a long vacation planned empty the refrigerator and turn it off Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open Otherwise odor and mold may develop There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply if you will be away for less than three weeks But remove all the ...

Page 4: ...ored With the Cool and Fresh settings the humidity is controlled by TDM system 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 Electronics service center Place the refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance ...

Page 5: ... the order of Soft Freeze Chill Cool Fresh Light Button Use this button to turn the dispenser light on and off Child Lock Button Press Ice Off and Light buttons simultaneously and hold 3 seconds All buttons will be locked and will not work Water and ice dispenser levers also will not work Filter Change Button After changing the water filter press the Cubed and Crushed buttons simultaneously and ho...

Page 6: ... Freezer button Soft Freeze keeps foods fresh at about 19 4 F Cool is the current refrigerating temperature Arctic Select Zone The lower right part of display shows the lower right drawer compartment information Soft Freeze keeps foods fresh at about 19 4 F Chill keeps foods fresh at about 30 F Cool is the working refrigerating temperature that is the same temperature set with the Fridge button Fr...

Page 7: ... or the fridge rises from frequent openings and from warm food This may cause the digital display to blink The digital display will stop blinking when the freezer and refrigerator return to the normal temperature WARNING Press the IceType button to choose Cubed ice Crushed ice or Ice off to stop making ice Cubed ice Crushed ice Ice off Push the ice dispenser lever with a cup Place a cup to the dis...

Page 8: ...lf Ice Chute Ice Bucket Door Bin Drawer Drawer Foldable Shelf Egg Container optional This refrigerator contains four compartments 1 Fridge For your fresh perishable food items 2 Freezer For your Frozen food items 3 Arctic Select Zone For your Frozen food but also can be set to function as a refrigerator drawer 4 Fresh Select Zone For your Fresh food but can also be set as a freezer drawer ...

Page 9: ...ING 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 material damage To get the best performance from your Refrigerator 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 up food properly or place it in an airt...

Page 10: ...ere is no need to manually defrost your appliance as this will be carried out automatically Temperature rising during the defrost can comply with ISO requirement But If you want to pre vent an undue rise in the temperature of the frozen food while defrosting the appliance please wrap the frozen food in several layers of kitchentowel Any increase in temperature of frozen food during defrosting can ...

Page 11: ...rawer was operating as a Cool zone move fresh food to the fridge before the Power Freeze works Freeze Freeze function keeps the freezer setting temperature For example if Freeze is set to 2 F the Arctic Select Zone will be adjusted to the same temperature Soft Freeze You can use Soft Freeze function to help keep meat and fish fresh for longer than the Fridge When Soft Freeze mode is selected the c...

Page 12: ... 30 F At 30 F near the water Freezing temperature foods can be stored safely for longer than the refrigerating tem perature Do not put bottles and glass containers or foods that have a high water content in the drawer because the Chill temperature is below 32 F Cool Cool function keeps the set fridge temperature For example if the Fridge is set to 38 F the Fresh Select Zone will be the same The Co...

Page 13: ...r then slide it down NOTE REMOVING THE FRIDGE ACCESSORIES Spill Proof Glass Shelf Pull the shelf out as far as it will go Then lift it up and gently remove it Foldable Shelf Slide the glass shelf under the glass shelf Tilt up the glass shelves as shown below and lift up the shelves with both hands Hold the raised glass shelves and pull out with care Vegetable Fruit Drawer Remove the drawer by hold...

Page 14: ...oor and pull the Arctic Select Zone Door out to the end to take the basket out Lift the front side of basket first and take it out carefully using both hands Open the Fresh Select Zone Door Hold the front side of upper drawer and pull it out Pull the front side of upper cover out Pull the front side of cover out Lift the front side of basket first and take it out carefully using both hands ...

Page 15: ...r Wipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean cloth The doors handles and cabinet surfaces should be cleaned with a mild detergent and soft cloth then wiped off with a dry cloth Do not use Benzene Thinner or CloroxTM for cleaning Do not spray water directly on the surface of the refrigerator while cleaning Rear Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust once or twice a year WARNING Do not remov...

Page 16: ... with changing the light contact your service center WARNING Light bulbs may be hot CAUTION Push both sides of the upper lamp cover marked around the top of cold air duct then pull out the air duct Push both sides of the bottom lamp cover marked on the air duct then pull out Upper After changing the bulb reattach the bottom light cover then the upper light cover ...

Page 17: ...rator Replace the lamp with a new one Fit the rear hook of cover lamp into the groove first and lift it to fit onto the front hook into the groove Push the front side of the lamp cover inside refrigerator to sepa rate the front hook Push it down to separate Replacement bulbs for both the Arctic Fresh Select Zone are at available retail outlets such as Walmart The Home Depot and Lowe s Use replacem...

Page 18: ...arly to flush impurities in the water supply system Using the dispenser without the water filter You can not use the water and ice dispenser without a water filter cartridge because the water line blocks at the water supply Ordering replacement filters To order more water filter cartridges call 1 800 SAMSUNG and ask for accessory Part DA29 00003B or contact your authorized Samsung dealer DOORS The...

Page 19: ...or on page 25 Dimension inches Width Capacity Cu Ft Model RM255AB RM257AB 24 55 without hinge Case Height with hinge with handle Depth without door 35 3 4 68 5 8 70 36 1 10 30 3 8 Checking the Dimensions of your Entrance Door Selecting the Location for the Refrigerator Allow clearance to the right left back and top when installing the refrigerator This has the advantage of reducing power consumpti...

Page 20: ...pliance is level The appliance tilts down to the right Turn the right adjusting leg in the direction of the arrow with a flat head screwdriver until the appliance is level Be careful when opening the door so that it does not come in contact with other parts of the refrigerator CAUTION 63 661 35 748 50 630 25 693 20 827 Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface If your re...

Page 21: ...the control lever turn it clockwise and level the refrigerator Case 2 Freezer door is higher than the fridge door Insert a flat blade screwdriver into a slot of the control lever turn it clockwise and level the refrigerator Do not make small adjustments with the control lever Please refer to the next page DIFFERENCE OF HEIGHT DIFFERENCE OF HEIGHT DRIVER DRIVER CONTROL LEVER CONTROL LEVER Please le...

Page 22: ...f the hinge mid 3 Please adjust the height difference between the doors turning the hex wrench clockwise or counter clockwise 4 After adjusting the doors please insert enclosed fastener ring using a plier in the gap between the hinge grommet and the hinge mid The number of the fastener ring to insert depends on the gap When you turn counter clockwise the door goes up NOTE Four fastener rings are e...

Page 23: ...ightly to loosen the door 2 Unscrew the adjuster phillips screw two turns to rotate the adjuster 3 Find the best adjuster level to align the door gap After adjustment tighten the screws in reverse order adjustment part Arctic Select Zone Fresh Select Zone Rotate down the adjuster face with 2 0 number to reduce the door gap The number of the adjuster to rotate depends on the gap Arctic Select Zone ...

Page 24: ...he front leg cover down with both hands and remove it by lifting it up with the upper rib Then disengage the lower hooks Removing the Freezer Door Lift the door straight up Be careful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harness on the door Place doors on a protected surface NOTE REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS FRONT LEG COVER RIB HOOK Removing the Front Leg Cover Do not cut the water tube Separ...

Page 25: ...ower hinge 11 Removing the Freezer Door REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS 2 Disengage the hooks on the connector cover protecting the connector and open it Push the lever hook on the connector and disconnect the wires 3 Pull and open the latch and take off the door hinge along the arrow Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on you ...

Page 26: ...r hinge by lifting the door 4 Remove the phillips screw and two hex head screws from the lower hinge 1 With the door closed remove the upper hinge cover using a screwdriver 2 Pull and open the latch and take off the door hinge along the arrow Removing the Fridge Door ...

Page 27: ...w the eight phillips screws four turns Do not remove the screws out You don t need to unscrew the adjuster phillips screw 2 Take out the box in the Arctic Select Zone Door 4 Remove the door carefully from the rail lifting up the door with both hands To allow screw heads to pass through the rail holes 5 Slide the rail carefully to the inside When you assemble the Arctic Select Zone Door follow the ...

Page 28: ... Locate the eight phillips screws in the Fresh Select Zone To lift the door up unscrew the eight phillips screws four turns Do not remove the screws out You don t need to unscrew the adjuster phillips screw 1 Open the Fresh Select Zone Door 2 Take out the box in the Fresh Select Zone 5 Slide the rail carefully to the inside When you assemble the Fresh Select Zone Door follow the instructions above...

Page 29: ...ween the hinge brackets Reattach and close the latch along the arrow Connect the water tube and the wires Then place the water tube on the hanger 4 Put the connector in the guide of the connector cover and close it 5 Put the front part of the upper hinge cover on the front part of the upper hinge and reattach it from the front of the upper hinge cover first 6 Reattach a phillips screw to the hinge...

Page 30: ...m of the door over the hinge 3 Insert the upper hinge shaft into the hole After levelling between the hinge brackets Reattach and close the latch along the arrow 4 Put the front part of the upper hinge cover on the front part of the upper hinge and reattach it from the front part of the upper hinge cover first 5 Reattach a phillips screw to the hinge cover 11 ...

Page 31: ...taching the Front Leg Cover Hold the front leg cover with both hands and insert it by sliding the hooks along the guide at the bottom Then lift up the leg front cover a little bit and snap the upper ribs into the locking tabs Tighten two phillips screws to the front leg cover RIB HOOK ...

Page 32: ...til the water runs from the outlet NOTE A universal water supply kit is available at extra cost from your dealer The refrigerator manufacturer recommends using a water supply kit containing copper tubing A universal water supply kit is available at extra cost from your dealer The refrigerator manufacturer recommends using a water supply kit containing copper tubing Checking the Parts Water pipe Pi...

Page 33: ...nd of the plastic tubing into the compression fitting WARRANTY INFORMATION This water line installation is not covered by the Samsung refrigerator s warranty Follow these instructions carefully to minimise the risk of expensive water damage Note If the coupler does not fit on the current tap go the nearest authorized service dealer and purchase the right coupler fittings Check the water supply lin...

Page 34: ...ER FILTER A ALIGN THE INDICATION MARK WITH LOCK POSITION 1 Remove the fixed cap A as shown the fixed cap separates from the Water Filter Compartment by rotating it counterclockwise Remove the water filter from the box and put a month indicator stick on the filter as shown 2 If the water filter was installed in March put on the SEP sticker 3 Remove the Red protective cap from the filter then positi...

Page 35: ...ovided posistion by manufacturer in order to achieve optimal ice freezing NOTE Check the amount of water supplied to the ice tray 1 To remove Set the type of ice to the Ice Off position Lift up and pull out the ice bucket in the freezer To replace When replacing the drawer be sure to press it firm ly into place If it does not go all the way back remove it and rotate the drive mechanism 1 4 turn Th...

Page 36: ... This happens occasionally when a few cubes accidentally get directed to the crusher After crushed ice is dispensed some water may drip from the chute 4 Water Supply to the Icemaker The icemaker must be connected to a cold water line 5 Start the Icemaker Set the type of ice to the Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice position The icemaker will not begin to oper ate until it reachs its operating of 10 4 F 12 C...

Page 37: ...d in the front corners of the refrigerator to prevent con densation Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for a long time Did you stop the ice making function Is there any ice in the storage unit Is the water pipe connected and the shut off valve open Is the freezer temperature too warm Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice The bubbli...

Page 38: ...Drain in the bottom of the freezer clogged Cubes jammed in chute Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged Water filter clogged Dispenser is LOCKED Replace the filter cartridge with a new cartridge or with plug Check to see if package is holding door open See about the controls This is normal Turn on icemaker or water supply Remove cubes and move the feeler arm to the ON position Break up and discar...

Page 39: ...e or exterior finish accidents abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature use of products equipment systems utilities services parts supplies accessories applications installations repairs external plumbing and leaks external wiring circuit breakers fuses or connectors not supplied and authorized by SAMSUNG or which damage this product or result in service problems incorrect electr...

Page 40: ...tions or comments relating to Samsung products please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 0511 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 www samsung com ...

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