Samsung RF24R7201SR User manual

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User servicing manual
1. You can check where to buy replacement parts at http://samsung.com
2. Visit the part purchase site and enter the model code of your product to check the parts
available for purchase. The model code is labelled on the outer side of your product.
- You can check the model code and version on the barcode label at the bottom left of
the product.
3. For replacement parts, make sure the part name matches that of the illustration in this
manual.
- User-serviceable parts are limited to handles (some models only), gaskets, drawers, and
hinges.
NOTE
Following the repair by a non-authorised service provider, self-repair or non-professional
repair of the product, Samsung is not liable for any damage to the product, any injury or
any other product safety issue caused by any attempt to repair the product which does
not carefully follow these repair and maintenance instructions. Any damage to the product
caused by an attempt to repair the product by any person other than a Samsung certied
service provider will not be covered by the warranty.
CAUTION
• The part name listed on the site may differ from that in this manual. Please make sure you
choose the right part name.
• Replacing hinges requires extreme caution because it involves detaching the door.
• Be sure to wear safety gloves while making repairs.
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The actual image and provided parts of the refrigerator may differ, depending on the model
and the country.
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01 Top hinge 02 Gasket
03 Middle hinge 04 Bottom hinge
05 Drawer 06 Barcode label
Handle replacement
CAUTION
• When replacing the door handle, take care not to scratch the front of the door.
• Firmly press the handles at the supports. Make sure there is no gap between the supports
and the door.
• Tightly fasten the screws when attaching the handle.
• Check that the handle is rmly attached before using the product.
Tools required (not provided)
Flat-head screwdriver Hexagon wrench (4mm diameter)
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To detach the handles
1. Loose the Set screw witeh 0.1in hex
wrench and pull front the handle.
2. Remove the cover vinyl of door.
3. Loosen the Set Screw situated at the
bottom right of the appliance about 0.1in
by using Hex wrench.
4. Pull the Set handle out by moving it to the
right side.
CAUTION
Be careful not to scratch or break the parts.
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To attach the handles
CAUTION
The refrigerator handles must be oriented in
the correct direction.
• The fridge handles must be attached so
that the holes on each face each other.
• The freezer handle must be attached so
that its hole faces downwards.
1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the
handle screws to the refrigerator, two for
each handle respectively, as shown in the
illustration to the left.
2. To attach the fridge handles to the
refrigerator, rst place the lower side of
one handle onto the lower handle screw.
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2
3
2
For type B handle: Attach the handle in the
following order: (1) bottom, (2) middle, (3)
top. Refer to the gure on the left.
NOTE
The design of the right side door handle may
differ depending on your model.
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3. Push the handle down, and then place the
upper side of the handle onto the upper
handle screw.
4. Insert the supplied wrench into the handle
hole, and then turn it clockwise to tighten.
5. Repeat Steps 2 through 4 with the second
refrigerator door handle.
6. To attach the freezer handle to the
refrigerator, rst place the left side of the
freezer handle onto the left handle screw.
7. Push the handle to the left, and then place
the right side of the freezer handle onto
the right handle screw.
8. Insert the supplied wrench into the handle
hole, and then turn it clockwise to tighten.
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Gasket replacement
CAUTION
Make sure you rmly attach the gasket. Otherwise, cold air from the refrigerator may leak.
To remove the gasket
Open the door and remove the gasket from
the door.
To replace the gasket
Attach a new gasket to the refrigerator door. Make sure there is no gap between the new
gasket and the door.
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Drawer replacement
CAUTION
Check that the drawer is inserted properly into the rail during assembly.
To remove the drawer
Gently lift up the front of the drawer and
slide out.
• We recommend that you remove the door
bins before removing the drawer. This is to
prevent damage to the door bins.
• To reinsert, insert the drawer into the
frame rails and then slide inward.
To reattach the drawers
Reattaching the drawers follows the reverse order of their respective removal steps
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Hinge replacement
To replace the hinges, you must remove the doors rst.
CAUTION
• When removing the doors, take extreme caution because the doors are heavy.
• Before replacing the hinges, put a soft pad such as cardboard on the oor to prevent
scratches on the door when you place the doors down.
• As the hinges must be handled carefully and replaced by two or more persons, we
recommend you to call for professional technical service.
• If you remove the hinge without holding the door, the door may fall and cause injury.
• Ensure that the shaft is rmly tightened on the hinge.
• Check that the hinge is rmly attached to the cabinet.
• Make sure the wire connectors are connected properly.
• Be careful not to damage the wires when fastening the top cover.
WARNING
• Tilting/laying the refrigerator requires a minimum of 2 people.
• Disconnect the power cord before reversing the doors.
Tools required (not provided)
Phillips screwdriver Flat-heat screwdriver Socket wrench (10 mm)
Pliers Allen wrench (5 mm)
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To replace the hinges
Disconnect the water line
CAUTION
• Make sure the water hoses are connected with matching colours. (only for Dispenser
model)
• To prevent water leaks, each water hose must be inserted fully to the centre of the
transparent coupler. (only for Dispenser model)
• Ensure that the water hose surface is not damaged. (only for Dispenser model)
Left door
1. With the doors closed, use a Phillips head
screwdriver to remove the screws (x3) in
the top cover.
2. Disconnect the wires and the water tube
from the left-side door. Do the following
sequentially:
• Decouple the connector.
• While holding down one end of the water
line coupler, disconnect the water tube.
CAUTION
Keep the water tube clips out of children’s
reach.
3. Gently draw up the clamp in several steps.
To prevent nger injuries, do not apply a
sudden force to the clamp.
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4. Pull up the clamp to remove it.
NOTE
Be careful not to drop the clamp on the oor.
5. Open the door 90 degrees. While holding
the door, pull up and remove the top
hinge. Be careful not to damage the
connector wires when you remove the
hinge.
NOTE
Be careful not to drop the hinge on the oor.
6. Gently pull up the door vertically to
remove. Do not apply excessive force
to the door. The door may fall, causing
physical injury.
7. Lay the door down on a at surface.
CAUTION
Please put the door down slowly to prevent
scratches.
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