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safety information

safety Information                                                 

•  When the refrigerator gets wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact your 

Samsung Electronics service center.

• Service warranty and Modification.

   -  Any changes or modifications performed by a 3rd party on this finished appliance is not 

covered under Samsung warranty service, nor can Samsung be responsible for safety 

issues that result from 3rd party modifications.

• Do not block air holes.

   -  If the air holes are blocked, especially with a plastic bag, the refrigerator can be over 

cooled. If this cooling period lasts too long, the water filter may break and cause water 

leakage.

•  If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five 

minutes before plugging it back.

•  If you have a long vacation planned or the refrigerator is not to be used for a long period 

of time, you must empty the refrigerator and pull out the power plug.

   - Deterioration in the insulation may cause fire.

•  Wipe excess moisture from the inside and leave the doors open.

   - Otherwise, odor and mold may develop.

• 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 refrigerator compartment.

   -  Wrap the food up properly or place it in airtight containers before putting it into the refrigerator.

• Fill water tank, ice tray, water cubes only with potable water.

     Caution SignS foR CLEaning

• Do not directly spray water inside or outside the refrigerator.

   - There is a risk of fire or electric shock.

•  Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins. 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 or electric shock.

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs.

CAUTION

     SEVERE WARNINg SIgNS FoR DISPoSAL

•  Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer.

   - Take off the doors.

   - Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

•  Please dispose of the packaging material for this product in an environmentally friendly 

manner.

•  Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. Ensure that none 

of the pipes on the back of the appliance are damaged prior to disposal.

•  When disposing of this refrigerator, remove the door/door seals and door latch so that 

small children or animals cannot become trapped inside. 

   Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
•  Cyclopentane is used as in the insulation. The gases in insulation material require 

a special disposal procedure. Please contact your local authorities in regard to the 

environmentally safe disposal of this product. Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of 

the refrigerator are damaged prior to disposal.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for RS261MD**

Page 1: ... 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 RS261M English Free Standing Appliance ...

Page 2: ...ce maker in the freezer provides space for pizza etc Door Alarm Beep sound reminds you the door is open Vegetable Crisper Optimized humidity control keeps vegetables fruits fresh Compact Ice Maker Water Filtration System Digital Display and Temperature Control 2_ features For easy future reference write the model and serial number down You will find your model number on the left bottom side of the...

Page 3: ...e is not intended for use by people including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning 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 re...

Page 4: ...ted in accordance with the manual before it is used Connect the power plug in proper position with the cord hanging down If you connect the power plug upside down the wire can get cut off and cause a fire or electric shock When moving the refrigerator be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord This constitutes a fire hazard Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the ...

Page 5: ... flammable substances in the refrigerator The storage of benzene thinner alcohol ether LP gas and other such products may cause explosions Do not store pharmaceuticals products scientific materials or temperature sensitive products in the refrigerator Products that require strict temperature controls must not be stored in the refrigerator Do not place or use an electrical appliance inside the refr...

Page 6: ...g it into the refrigerator Fill water tank ice tray water cubes only with potable water CAUTION SIGNS for CLEANING Do not directly spray water inside or outside the refrigerator There is a risk of fire or electric shock Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug remove any foreign material or dust from the power plug pins Otherw...

Page 7: ...g up the refrigerator 15 Leveling the refrigerator 16 Making minor adjustment to the doors 17 Checking the water dispenser line 18 Installing the water line 20 Checking the control panel 21 Using the control panel 23 Using the ice and cold water dispenser 24 Storing food 26 Removing the freezer fridge accessories 27 Cleaning the refrigerator 28 Changing the water filter 29 Water filter chart 30 Tr...

Page 8: ...r on a flat surface If your refrigerator is not level the internal cooling system may not work correctly Refer to drawing and dimensions below for overall space required for use Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature can drop below 50 F 10 C When moving your refrigerator To prevent floor damage be sure the front leveling legs are in the up position above the floor Refer to Leveling ...

Page 9: ...nly Cabinet 35 3 4 908 With Leg Front 35 15 16 915 5 Depth Only Cabinet 23 5 8 735 With Door 27 7 16 861 2 With Handle 30 920 4 Height Only Cabinet 68 5 8 1 742 4 With Hinge 69 5 16 1 776 With Door 70 1 776 Allow clearance to the right left back and top when installing This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower Make sure you disconnect the water supply line BEFORE rem...

Page 10: ...n the wall and the Refrigerator Refer to installation instructions in this manual 2 Once the Refrigerator is plugged in make sure the interior light comes on when you open the doors 3 Set the Temperature control to the coldest temperature and wait for an hour The Freezer will get slightly chilled and the motor will run smoothly 4 After powering the Refrigerator it will take a few hours to reach th...

Page 11: ...rmly until you hear a click sound 5 Check the installation of the handles by pulling on them If the handles have been inserted correctly they should not move Ensure the 2 handles are horizontally aligned If the handles are not aligned repeat step 2 and 3 To align the doors refer to Leveling the refrigerator in the manual page 15 01 SETTING UP ...

Page 12: ...lockwise Separating the water supply line from the refrigerator 1 Remove the water tube by pressing the coupler 2 and pulling the water tube 1 away Reattaching the water supply line 1 While pressing the front face of coupler 2 insert the water line 1 in the coupler Carefully place front cover and push to snap it into position The water line must be fully inserted to the marked line to prevent wate...

Page 13: ...ing a screwdriver and then disconnect the wires 2 2 Remove hinge bolts 3 and a ground screw 4 counter clockwise and take off the upper hinge 5 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 6 by carefully lifting the door 7 4 Remove the lower hinge 8 from the lower hinge bracket 9 by lifting the lower hi...

Page 14: ... counter clockwise and take off the upper hinge 4 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 6 by lifting the door 7 4 Remove the lower hinge 8 from the lower hinge bracket 9 by lifting the lower hinge in the direction of the arrow Reattaching the fridge door To reattach the fridge doors replace part...

Page 15: ... remove the front leg cover Open both the freezer and fridge doors and then take off the front leg cover by turning the three screws counter clockwise When the Freezer part is lower than the Fridge part Insert a flat blade screwdriver into a slot on the Freezer Leg then turn it clockwise When the Fridge part is lower than the Freezer part Insert a flat blade screwdriver into a slot on the Fridge L...

Page 16: ...ou release the nut 1 make sure that you use the hex wrench provided 3 to loosen the bolt 2 in a counter clockwise direction You should then be able to unscrew the nut 1 with your fingers 2 Adjust the height difference between the doors by turning the bolt 2 clockwise or counter clockwise When you turn clockwise the door will move up 3 After adjusting the doors turn the nut 1 clockwise until it rea...

Page 17: ... 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 water dispenser lever until the water runs from the water outlet Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from your dealer We recommend using a water supply kit that contains copper tubing Connecting to the water s...

Page 18: ...ng not included as shown If you are using plastic tubing insert the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing into the compression fitting Do not use without the molded end Bulb of the plastic tubing 3 Tighten the compression nut onto the compression fitting Do not over tighten the compression nut 4 Turn water on and check for any leakage Only connect the water line to a drinkable water source If you ...

Page 19: ...line It should pose no problem to operation Check the amount of water supplied to the ice tray 1 Lift up and pull out the Ice maker bucket in the freezer 2 When you press the Test button for 3 seconds the ice cube container is filled with water from the water supply tap Check to make sure the amount of water is correct see the illustration If the water level is too low the ice cubes will be small ...

Page 20: ... the Water button to get water from the dispenser Press and hold the Water button for 3 seconds after changing the filter to reset the filter schedule Fridge Hold 3 sec for Power Cool Press the Fridge button to set the Fridge temperature between cold and coldest Press and hold the Fridge button for 3 seconds to activate Power Cool function which speeds up the cooling process in the refrigerator En...

Page 21: ...l faster This function is useful when you make ice more quickly When you have enough just press and hold the Freeze Hold 3 sec for Power Freeze button again for 3 seconds to cancel the Power Freeze function When you use this function the energy consumption of the refrigerator may increase Remember to turn it off when you do not need it and return the freezer to your original temperature setting Ch...

Page 22: ...when you activate the Water function Cubed Ice Crushed Ice Enjoy cubed or crushed ice by selecting your preference from the digital control panel The ice type light indicates the type of ice that is currently chosen Ice Off This icon will light up when you activate the Ice Off function In this case the ice will not be produced Canceling cooling off mode Freezer Fridge Temperature Indicator moving ...

Page 23: ...not icy cold When you want colder water with ice dispense ice to your glass first before filling it with water to prevent water from splashing out Using the ice dispenser Press the Ice Type button to select the type of ice you want Place your cup under the ice outlet and push gently against the dispenser pad Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the ice from bouncing out Whe...

Page 24: ...e 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 Because these following operating instructions cover various models your refrigerator may differ from those described in this manual 24_ operating CAUTION 1 2 3 4 7 8 6 5 9 ...

Page 25: ... containers Glass Shelf Designed to be crack resistant They can be used to store food and drinks Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon and can usually be wiped clean with a damp cloth Snack Bin Can be used to store deli items separately Dairy Bin Can be used to store smaller dairy items like butter or margarine yogurt or cream cheese bricks Bottles should be stored tightly to...

Page 26: ...n 2 Shelves Pull the shelf out as far as it goes Then lift it up and remove it Wire Shelf Glass Shelf 3 Drawer Pull the drawers out fully then slightly lift it up to remove the drawers Drawer Fruit Vegetable Drawer 4 Snack Bin Remove the drawer by holding the handle pulling the drawer out and then lifting up the back side of the drawer bottom smoothly with the other hand 26_ cleaning and maintaini...

Page 27: ...d dry with a soft cloth To keep your appliance looking its best the exterior should be polished once or twice a year Do not use Benzene Thinner or Clorox for cleaning They may damage the surface of the appliance and can create a risk of fire Cleaning the rubber door seals If the rubber door seals are dirty the doors may not close properly and the refrigerator will not operate efficiently Keep the ...

Page 28: ...r inside the filter housing 4 Turn the new water filter 90 clockwise 5 After changing the water filter press Water button on the display part for 3 seconds and check if it turns into blue 28_ cleaning and maintaining LOCK U N L O C K L O C K LOCK U N L O C K L O C K U N L O C K L O C K LOCK LOCK U N L O C K L O C K LOCK LOCK U N L O C K L O C K LOCK U N L O C K L O C K U N L O C K L O C K LOCK LOC...

Page 29: ...cleaning and maintaining _29 water filter chart 03 cleaning and maintaining ...

Page 30: ... is occurring Some heat is normal as anti condensates are installed in the front corners of the refrigerator to prevent condensation Is the refrigerator door ajar Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for a long time Ice is not dispensing Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice Is the water line connected and the shut off valve open Did...

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