RF265AA RF266AA Refrigerator user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
Features of your new Refrigerator Key FeAtuRes oF youR new ReFRigeRAtoR Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various and effective space-saving, innovative storage and energy-efficient features. • twin Cooling system The Refrigerator and Freezer have separate evaporators. Due to this independent cooling system, the Freezer and Refrigerator cool more efficiently.
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Safety Information sAFety inFoRMAtion Before using your new Samsung French Door Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers. Because the following instruction covers various models, the characteristics of your Refrigerator may differ slightly from the Refrigerator described in this manual.
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Safety Information Do not put undue stress on the power cord or place heavy articles on it. • Placing heavy articles on the power cord create the risk of explosion or fire. Do not insert the power plug with wet hands. • It may cause electric shock.
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CAUTION if you notice chemical or burning plastic smells or see smoke, unplug the Refrigerator immediately and contact your samsung electronics service Center. After your Refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the Freezer compartment. Particularly when hands are damp or wet, skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.
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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. Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators.
14 Making minor adjustments between doors 15 Adjusting the freezer drawer 16 Checking the water dispenser line 17 Installing the water line 19 Setting up the refrigerator OPERATING THE SAMSUNG 20 Using the control panel FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR 21 Using the digital display 22 Controlling the temperature...
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator getting ReADy to instALL tHe ReFRigeRAtoR Congratulations on your purchase of the Samsung French Door Refrigerator. We hope you enjoy the state-of-art features and efficiencies that this new appliance offers. Selecting the best location for the Refrigerator • A Location with easy access to the water supply.
ReMoVing tHe ReFRigeRAtoR DooRs If your entrance won’t allow the Refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors. tools you will need Philips screwdriver Wrench Flat-blade screwdriver Pliers Disassemble the Refrigerator doors 1. With the door closed, remove the top table( using a Philips screwdriver, and then disconnect the wires( ).
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Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Disassemble the Freezer drawer 1. Pull the drawer open to full extension. 2. Remove the tilting pocket( ) by pulling the both brackets( upward at the same time. 3. Take out the lower basket( ) by lifting the basket up from rail system.
ReAttACHing tHe ReFRigeRAtoR DooRs Assemble the Refrigerator doors 1. Reattach two flat head screws( ) and two hex head screws( ) to the hinge completely. 2. Place the hole in the bottom of the door( )over the lower hinge ( Be aware not to miss the hinge cap because it can be easily taken off.
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Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Assemble the Freezer drawer 1. Attach both rails( ) to both rail covers ( ) and slide the drawer in. 2. Push the end of the rail( ) using a screwdriver until it locks into place. Close the drawer and pull the drawer out to full extension.
ADJusting tHe DooRs Now that the doors are back on the Refrigerator, you want to make sure the Refrigerator is level so you can make fi nal adjustments. If the Refrigerator is not level, it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even. when the Left door is lower than the Right door.
Setting up your French Door Refrigerator MAKing MinoR ADJustMents Between DooRs Remember a level Refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the previous section on leveling the Refrigerator. When the left When the left door is lower door is higher than the right...
ADJusting tHe FReezeR DRAweR LeVeL Adjustment part Freezer Drawer 1. Locate the height-adjuster ( ) in the freezer drawer. Unscrew the four Phillips screws ( ) slightly to loosen the door. 2. Loosen the controller screw( ) with a Phillips screwdriver.
CHeCKing tHe wAteR DisPenseR Line A water dispenser is just one of the helpful features on your new Samsung Refrigerator. To help promote better health, the Samsung water filter removes unwanted particles from your water. However, it does not sterilize or destroy microorganisms.
instALLing tHe wAteR Line Connecting the water line to the Refrigerator. There are several items that you need to purchase to complete this connection. You may fi nd these items selling as a kit at your local hardware store. 1/4” compression nut 1/4”...
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Setting up your French Door Refrigerator Cover fi lter. 4. Remove the fi lter cap and insert the fi lter into the fi lter housing. 5. Slowly turn the water fi lter 90º clockwise to align with the printing mark on the cover, locking the fi lter in position. Make sure to align the water fi lter label mark with center of cover fi lter printing as illustrated.
By completing the following steps, your Refrigerator should be fully operational. If not, first check the power supply and electricity source or try the troubleshooting section at the back of this user’s guide. If you have any further questions, contact your Samsung Electronics service center.
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator using tHe ContRoL PAneL ) Ice Off Button Press the ice off button if you want to turn the ice-maker off. Speeds up the time needed to freeze products in the Freezer. It can be helpful if you need to quickly...
using tHe DigitAL DisPLAy “Freezer Temp” indicates the current Freezer temperature. “Fridge Temp” indicates the current Refrigerator temperature. Power Freeze This icon will light up when you activate the “Power Freeze” feature. “Power Freeze” is great when you need a lot of ice. Press the “Power Freeze” button, then ice production will increase. When you have enough, just press the button again to cancel the “Power Freeze”...
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator ContRoLLing tHe teMPeRAtuRe Controlling the Freezer temperature The Freezer temperature can be set between 8°F and -14°F to suit your particular needs. Press the Freezer button repeatedly until the desired temperature is shown in the temperature display. Keep in mind that foods like ice cream may melt at 4°F.
using tHe CoLD wAteR DisPenseR using the water dispenser (RF266AA) Place a glass underneath the water outlet and push gently against the water dispenser lever with your glass. Make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser to prevent the water from splashing out.
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator PARts AnD FeAtuRes Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the Refrigerator. Digital Sensor Light Control Auto Door Closer Dairy Compartment Water Filter Container Spill Proof Glass Shelf...
FooD The Samsung French Door Refrigerator has been designed to provide you with maximum space saving features and functions. Here are some of the customized compartments we have created to keep your food fresher, longer. In order to further prevent odor from seeping into the ice compartment, stored food should be wrapped securely and as airtight as possible.
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator stoRing FooD in tHe ReFRigeRAtoR ) DAIRY Can be used to store small dairy items like butter or margarine, yogurt or COMPARTMENT cream cheese bricks Designed to handle large, bulky items such as gallons of milk or other large ) DOOR BINS bottles and containers.
using tHe CooL seLeCt PAntRy™ The Cool Select Pantry™ is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control. This pantry can be used for large party trays, deli items, pizza, beverages or miscellaneous items. There is a temperature control which can adjust the amount of cold air allowed into the pantry.
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator ReMoVing tHe ReFRigeRAtoR ACCessoRies 1. Door Bins & Dairy Compartment To remove - Simply Lift the bin up and pull straight out. To replace - Slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops.
4. Cool select Pantry™ To remove the pantry - Pull the pantry out to full extension. Tilt up the front side of pantry and pull straight out. To replace the pantry - Push the rails to the back of the Refrigerator.
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator ReMoVing tHe FReezeR ACCessoRies 1. tilting Pocket To remove - Pull the brackets( ) upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the pocket To replace - Hook the ends of the pocket into both brackets ) and push down until it locks into place.
CLeAning tHe ReFRigeRAtoR Caring for your Samsung French Door Refrigerator prolongs the life of your appliance and helps 1 inch keep it odor and germ-free. Cleaning the interior Clean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. You can remove the drawers and shelves for a more thorough cleaning.
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator CHAnging tHe inteRioR LigHt Before changing any of interior light, unplug the Refrigerator from the power supply. If you are unsure about changing the lights after reading through these directions, contact your service center for help.
Do NOT use the water or ice dispenser without a water fi lter cartridge because the water line may become blocked. ordering replacement fi lters To order more water fi lter cartridges, call 1-800-SAMSUNG and ask for accessory Part #DA29- 00003B or contact your authorized dealer. Operating _...
Operating the SAMSUNG French Door Refrigerator using tHe DooRs The Refrigerator doors are equipped with a door opening and closing feature that ensures that the doors close all the way and are securely sealed. When the Refrigerator door is only partially open, it will automatically close. The door will stay open when opened more than around 3 Inches.
Troubleshooting PRoBLeM soLution The Refrigerator does not work at all • Check that the power plug is properly connected. or it does not chill sufficiently. • Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature? Try setting it to a lower temperature. •...