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Before contacting the after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the
time and expense of an unnecessary call.

Problem

Explanation/Solution

The fridge/freezer is not operating at 

Check that the fridge/freezer is correctly plugged in.

all and the light does not come on 

Check that the wall outlet is switched on and working correctly.

when you open the refrigerator door

Food in the freezer does not freeze 

Is the temperature set correctly? If ice cream in the freezer is too soft,

correctly

turn the temperature dial towards QUICK FREEZING; if it is too hard, turn 
the dial towards QUICK COOLING.

Is the room temperature too high? Is the appliance exposed to 
direct sunlight or a source of heat? Change its position if possible.

Food freezes in the refrigerator

Is the temperature set to COLDER? Turn the temperature dial towards 
COLD.

Is the room temperature too low? If it is very low, the thermostatic
controls may function incorrectly. Increase the temperature in the room
or move the fridge/freezer to another position.

The fridge/freezer makes unusual 

Check that the fridge/freezer is installed on a level, stable surface 

noises

with sufficient space around it; adjust the front feet if necessary 
(see page 6 for further details).

Are there any objects behind or under the fridge/freezer?

Is the noise coming from the compressor or does it sound like 
running water (refrigerant circulating)? These noises are normal.

There is a bad smell in the 

Is an item of food going bad?

refrigerator or freezer

Is all food stored in sealed containers or covered?

Has dew developed in the vegetable bin? Clean and dry the bin.

Are the evaporation slots at the front of the freezer clogged? 
Clean and dry them carefully.

Clean the bio-deodorizer (refer to page 12).

Dew develops in the refrigerator

Have you left the door open for a long time?

Is something preventing the door from closing properly?
Carefully clean and dry the door seals.

Have you stored food or liquids in a container without a cover? 
Leave all food and liquids to cool before placing them in the 
refrigerator and keep them covered.

Frost develops in the freezer

Have you left the door open for a long time?

Is something preventing the door from closing properly?
Carefully clean and dry the door seals.

Are the evaporation slots at the front of the freezer clogged? 
Clean and dry them carefully.

Have you left enough room for the air to circulate? Space the food 
out as evenly as possible.

The rear or sides of the fridge/

Is the room temperature too high or is the fridge/freezer exposed to a 

freezer are warm

direct source of heat, causing the fridge/freezer to operate intensively? 
Move the fridge/freezer to a better position if possible.

Is there an excessively high humidity level in the room? Move the 
fridge/freezer to a better position if possible.

If you cannot solve the problem, note:

The nature of the problem and any warranty information

The type and model indicated on the centre of the fridge/freezer

Then contact your local dealer or nearest Samsung after-sales service.

GB

Problems and Solutions

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Страница 1: ...FRIDGE FREEZER Instruction Manual ENGLISH DA99 00478A REV 0 0 Before operating the appliance please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future refererce...

Страница 2: ...etween the two appliances DO NOT allow water to splash or run on to the back of the fridge freezer Water impairs the insulation of the electrical parts and may cause an electric short circuit or risk...

Страница 3: ...TOR Controlling the Refrigerator Temperature 8 Storing Food 8 Using the Chiller Compartment OPTION 9 Using the Vegetable Bin 9 USING YOUR FREEZER Controlling the Freezer Temperature 10 Freezing Food 1...

Страница 4: ...long the freshness Adjustable shelves The accessories inside your fridge freezer can be placed in the positions that best suit and containers your requirements and the food to be stored The specially...

Страница 5: ...azard by replacing it through the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person In case of power plug without ground terminal Connect one side of the ground wire yellow green or gr...

Страница 6: ...all outlet 5 Set the refrigerator and freezer temperatures referring to pages 8 and 10 respectively for further instructions 6 Wait for 2 3 hours for the freezer to reach the required tem perature bef...

Страница 7: ...Pull the shelf out towards you Slide the shelf back into its new position An adjustable door Lift the compartment upwards to release pocket the tabs Remove the compartment from the door Align the tabs...

Страница 8: ...od in containers with lids or in plastic bags or cover it with plastic film to prevent The food from drying up Smells from permeating other items of food 2 Allow hot food or drinks to cool before plac...

Страница 9: ...ems from direct draughts of cold air Maintaining sufficient humidity to prevent the fruit and vegetables from drying out The vegetable bin divider allows you separately to store the fruit and vegetabl...

Страница 10: ...m temperature you may need to turn the freezer up or down slightly Freezing Food Follow the recommendations below when storing food in the freezer 1 Store food in small quantities or as individual ser...

Страница 11: ...bin is in place under the ice cube tray If not slide it into place 2 Twist one of the levers firmly in the clockwise direction until the tray twists slightly Result The ice cubes fall into the storage...

Страница 12: ...age 7 for further details if necessary Wash them with a soft cloth or sponge and warm soapy water Rinse and dry them 4 If the refrigerator has an unpleasant smell Remove the bio deodorizer Soak the ca...

Страница 13: ...tly and continuing to pull the compartment towards you 2 With a flat bladed screwdriver prise out the upper part of the light cover Pull the cover free 3 Unscrew and remove the light bulb 4 Insert new...

Страница 14: ...al There is a bad smell in the Is an item of food going bad refrigerator or freezer Is all food stored in sealed containers or covered Has dew developed in the vegetable bin Clean and dry the bin Are...

Страница 15: ...ZER OPTION CHILLER COMPARTMENT OPTION LIGHT MULTI PURPOSE DRAWER OPTION COOL REFRIGERATOR SHELVES Tempered glass crystal or wire depending on the model type VEGETABLE BIN VEGETABLE BIN DIVIDER REFRIGE...

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