Samsung RF4287HAWP User manual

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KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR
Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient
features.
,, Twin Cooling System
The fridge and freezer have separate evaporators. Due to this independent cooling system, the fridge
and freezer cool more efficiently. Additionally, this separate air flow system prevents food odor of one
compartment from seeping into other compartments.
•Counter Height Design
The independent Mid Drawer(Flex zone) is counter height to fit contemporary kitchen.
•Flex Zone
The Flex Zone is a full-width independent mid drawer with adjustable temperature control.
• Smart Divider
Easy rail partition can divide off into 4 independent space easily.
•Secure Auto Close
The Secure Auto Close feature will automatically close a door that is slightly open.
,, Compact Ice Maker
The ice maker can dispense cubed or crushed ice.
,, Digital Display and Temperature Control
• Slim Water Filtration System
Slim water filter is placed between crispers for changing filter conveniently without removing items from
refrigerator.
• Door Alarm
A helpful beeper alerts you if a door is ajar.
,, Tilting Pocket
The Tilting pocket can be used to store up to a 16" pizza.
Auto Pull Out Drawer
The upper drawer in the freezer comes out automatically as you just open the freezer door.
,, Super Extended Drawer
A large slide-out drawer for easy freezer organization.
Drawer Emotional Lighting
The lighting helps you find groceries easier by lightening down when you open convertible and freezer
door.
EZ-Open Handle System
Freezer door can be opened with less effort.
,, Energy Star
This Energy star labeled product may save you money on your energy costs.
For easy future reference, write the model and serial number
down. You will find your model number and serial number on
the left side of the refrigerator.
Model #
Serial #
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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.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (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 instruction covers various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly
from the refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any question, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG or find
help and information online at www.samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and precautions:
WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
Z_ Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
) Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the refrigerator is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
Note.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
WARNINGSEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
[_ • Do not install the refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water.
Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire.
• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose to the heat from stoves, room heaters or
other appliance.
• Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power board. The refrigerator should always
be plugged into its own individual electrical which has a voltage rating that matched the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which
could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
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• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.
There is a risk of electric shock of fire.
• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.
• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy articles on it.
• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight
out from the outlet.
Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.
• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed and located 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 back of the refrigerator.
• Keep the packing materials out of reach of children.
There is a risk of death from suffocation if children put them on their head.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.
• You need to remove all the protective plastic film before you initially plug in to use the product.
• The refrigerator must be safely grounded
Always make sure that you have grounded the refrigerator before attempting to investigate or repair
any part of the appliance. Power leakages can cause severe electric shock
• Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground.
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock If it is necessary to use an
extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord
should be AC115-120 V, 10 A, or more. Ifa grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle
box is fully grounded.
• If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced immediately by the manufacturer or its service agent.
CAUTIONCAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
• Allow sufficient space to install the refrigerator on a flat surface.
If your refrigerator is not level, the internal cooling system may not work correctly.
• Keep ventilation opening in the appliance enclosure or mounting structure clear of obstruction.
,, Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation.
WARNINGSEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING
[_ • Do not insert the power plug with wet hands.
• Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
When you open or close the door, the articles may fall and cause personal injury and/or material
damage.
• Do not put a container filled with water on the refrigerator.
If spilled, there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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• Do not let children hang on the door. A serious injury may occur.
• Do not let children enter inside of the refrigerator. There is a risk of children entrapment.
• Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance.
Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.
• Do not let children step on drawer's cover.
The drawer may break and cause them to slip.
• Do not overfill the refrigerator with food.
When you open the door, an item may fall out and cause personal injury or material damage.
• Do not touch the inside walls of the freezer or products stored in the freezer with wet hands.
This may cause frostbite.
• Never put fingers or other objects into the water dispenser hole, ice chute and ice maker bucket.
It may cause personal injury or material damage.
• Do not spray inflammable gas near the refrigerator.
There is a risk of explosion 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.
• 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 refrigerator, unless it is of a type recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Do not use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• Do not disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.
You run risk of causing a fire, malfunction and/or personal injury.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not fall out.
• This product is intended only for the storage of food in a domestic environment.
• If a gas leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in
which the appliance is standing for several minutes.
• Use only the LED Lamps provided by manufacturer or service agents.
• Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior lamps of the refrigerator.
Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.
• If there are burning smells or smoke, pull out power plug immediately and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.
• If you experience difficulty when changing the light, contact service agents.
• Ifthe products equipped with LED Lamp, do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED Lamp by
yourself.
Please contact your service agents.
• Ifany dust or water is in refrigerator, pull out power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics
service center.
Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
cAuTioNCAUTION SIGNS FOR USING
• Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely.
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Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment. Do not put bottles or glass
containers in the freezer.
When the contents freeze, the glass may break and cause personal injury.
• 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.
• When the product is flooded, make sure to contact your nearest service center.
There is a risk of electric shock or fire.
CAUTIONCAUTION 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.
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WARNINGSEVERE 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.
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SETTING UP YOUR FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR
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08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator
09 Setting up the refrigerator
09 Removing the refrigerator doors
11 Disassemble the Flex door
12 Disassemble the freezer drawer
13 Reattaching the refrigerator doors
15 assemble the Flex door
16 assemble the freezer drawer
17 Installation of the refrigerator handles
18 Installation fo the Flex and Freezer handle
19 Adjusting the doors
20 Making minor adjustments between doors
21 Adjusting the freezer drawer level
22 Checking the water dispenser line
23 Installing the water line
OPERATING YOUR FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR 24 Using the control panel
26 Changing the water filter
28 controlling the temperature
29 Using the two lever dispenser
31 Parts and features
32 Storing food in the refrigerator
32 Storing food in the freezer drawer
33 Using Flex Zone
34 Removing the refrigerator accessories
36 Removing the freezer accessories
37 Food storage tips
39 Cleaning the refrigerator
TROUBLESHOOTING 40 Troubleshooting
WARRANTY 41 Warranty on samsung refrigerator (27.7 Cubic feet
and larger capacity)
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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.
,, A location without direct exposure to sunlight.
,, A location with a leveled floor.
,, A location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily.
,, Allow sufficient space for air circulation of the internal cooling system. ] 2,,_
If the refrigerator does not have enough space, the internal cooling system may not
work properly. \
If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line
connections.
When you install the refrigerator next to a fixed wall, minimum clearance is 3 sA" (95mm) between the refrigerator
and wall to allow the door to swing open.
First thing! Make sure that you can easily move your refrigerator to its final location by measuring doorways (both
width and height), thresholds, ceilings, stairways, etc.
The following chart details the exact height and depth of Samsung French Door .
Refrigerator.
Overall
Model Depth "A" Width "B" Height "C" Depth "E"
Height "D"
33.78" 35.75" 66.19" 69.88" 36.22"
RF4287HA (85.8 cm) (90.8 cm) (168 cm) 177.4 cm (92 cm)
@Allow clearance to the right, left, back and top when installing.
This will help reduce power consumption and keep your energy bills lower.
Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 50°F
(10°C).
Do not locate the refrigerator where it may become wet.
When moving your refrigerator
A To prevent floor damage, be sure the front adjusting legs
CAUTION are in the up position(above the floor).
Refer to 'Adjusting the doors' in the manual (on page 19).
FLOORING
For proper installation, this refrigerator must be placed on a leveled
surface of hard material that is the same height as the rest of the
flooring. This surface should be strong enough to support a fully
loaded refrigerator, or approximately 3591bs (165kg). To protect the
finish of the flooring, cut a large section of the cardboard carton and
place under the refrigerator where you are working. When moving
a refrigerator, it is needed to pull and push in the back-and-forth
direction.
Flat-blade
screw driver(-) Control Lever
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SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR
Now that you have your new refrigerator installed in place, you are ready to set up and enjoy the features and
functions of the appliance. By completing the following steps, your Refrigerator should be fully operational.
1. Place the refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between it and the wall.
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 the appropriate temperature. You can
store food and drinks in the refrigerator after the temperature is sufficiently cool.
Check the accessories listed below.
Fastener Compression fitting Compression nut
Required Tools
Philips screwdriver Flat-blade screw- Socket wrench Pliers
(+) driver (-) (10mm) Allen wrench (3/16") (5mm)
REMOVING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS
Some installations require door removal to transport the refrigerator to its final location.
Do not remove the door/drawer if it is not needed. Before removing the door/drawer make sure you read
following items.
WARNING
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Disconnect power to the refrigerator before removing the door or drawer.
Be careful not to drop, damage or scratch the door/drawer while removing them.
Be careful not to get injured while removing the door/drawer.
Reattach the door/drawer properly to avoid:
Moisture from air leakage.
Uneven door alignment.
Wasting energy due to improper door seal.
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Disassemble the refrigerator doors
Z_ Be careful not to drop and scratch the doors while
WARNING removing the doors.
Disassemble the refrigerator doors
1. With the door opened, remove the cap top table ( 1 ) with
a flat-blade screwdriver(-), and close the door. Remove the
3 screws holding down the top table ( 2 ) and turn it with
several wires connected.
.Disconnect one connector ( 3 ) on the
right side door and one connector ( 4 )
on the left side door. Remove the water
line ( 5 ) while pressing the dark gray
color part ( 6 ) of the water line coupler.
Z_ if a red clip is on the coupler, it must
CAUT=ONbe removed before removing the
tube.
3. Remove the 3 hex head bolts ( 7) attached to the upper left Socket wrench
and right door hinges with a socket wrench(10mm). Remove _ _
the ground screw ( 8 ) attached to the upper left and right door
hinges with a philips screwdriver(+). Remove the upper left and
right door hinges ( 9). _'
4. Lift the door straight up to remove.
5. Remove the screw( 10 ) attached to the lower left and right
door hinges with a philips screwdriver(+). Remove the 2 hex
head bolts( 11 ) attached to the lower left and right door
hinges with an allen wrench(3!16"). Remove the lower left
and right door hinges ( 12 ).
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DISASSEMBLE THE FLEX DOOR
1. Take out the Flex room ( 1 ) by lifting it up.
2. Take off the cover ( 2 ) w/harness by with a flat-blade screwdriver(-).
3. Disconnect the housing connector.
4. Remove 2 hex head bolts from sides with a socket wrench (10mm)
5. Lift up the Flex door from the rails.
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DISASSEMBLE THE FREEZER DRAWER
1. Take out the upper drawer by lifting it up.
2. Remove the tilting pocket ( 1 ) by pulling both support guards ( 2 )
aside. And take out both support guards by pulling them aside.
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3. Take out the lower basket ( 3 ) by lifting the basket up from the rail
system.
4. Remove 4 hex head bolts from both sides with a socket wrench
(10mm)
5. Lift up the freezer door from the rails.
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REATTACHING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS
Assemble the refrigerator doors
1. Reattach the lower left and right door hinges ( 12 ).
With a Philips head screwdriver, insert and tighten the
screw ( 10 ) into the lower left and right door hinges.
With a allen wrench(3/16"), insert and tighten the 2 hex
head bolts ( 11 ) into the lower left and right door hinges.
Allen wrencl
2. Place the hole in the bottom of the door over the door
hinge(12).
Be careful not to miss the hinge cap because it can
be easily taken off. @
uInsert the upper hinges ( 9 ) into the holes at the top of the
doors.
Insert and tighten the 3 hex head bolts ( 7 ) into the upper left
and right door hinges with a socket wrench(10mm).
Insert and tighten the ground screw ( 8 ) into the upper left
and right door hinges with a philips screwdriver(+).
Socket wrench
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4. Connect the dispenser door tube ( 5
) and then insert a clip on the coupler
with pulling tube.
Connect the connector ( 4 ) on the left
side door and one connector ( 3 ) on
the right side door.
The clip is enveloped inside of the
top cap.
Red Clip
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CAUTION
The dispenser door tube ( 5 ) must be fully inserted to the marked line to
prevent water leakage from the dispenser.
dispenser door tube
5. Position the top table ( 2 ) in place. Insert and tighten
the 3 screws into the top table with a philips screw
driver(+). After door opened, reinsert the cap top table
( 1 ) and close the doors.
When reattaching the top table, make sure that the
wires are not pressed or damaged by the hinge
cover.
®After assembling, close the door and check to see
whether the door has gaps between gaskets or is
tilted.
If you see one of them, please refer to "Adjusting
the doors" on page 18.
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ASSEMBLE THE FLEX DOOR
1. Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet. J
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2. Attach the Flex door front onto the open slots on the sides.
3. Tighten 2 hex head bolts completely with a socket wrench
(10mm).
uPut the cover w/harness ( 2 ) on the right joint after connect the
housing.
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5. Insert the Flex room ( 1 ) into the rail system.
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ASSEMBLE THE FREEZER DRAWER
1. Pull out the rails fully on each side of the cabinet.
2. Attach the freezer door front onto the open slots on the sides.
3. Tighten 4 hex head bolts completely with a socket
wrench(10mm).
4. Insert the lower basket ( 3 ) into the rail system.
5. Hook the ends of the tilting pocket ( 1 ) onto the support guards ( 2
and push down until they lock into place.
6. Insert the upper drawer.
Remove 2 pieces of tape ( 4 ) attached to the side of the drawer
bin,
Reattach the tape in the same position when moving the
refrigerator to prevent scratching the drawer bin.
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INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR HANDLES
1. Make sure the word "UP" on the rear of the handle is facing right side up.
2. a. Match the upper and lower Handle Locking Tabs on the doors to the
handles.
b. Fix the handles to the doors by sliding them down firmly until you hear
a click sound.
,Check the installation of the handles by pulling on them. If the handles
have been inserted correctly, they should not move. Ensure the two
handles are horizontally aligned.
If the REF handles are not aligned, repeat number 2. To align the doors, refer to the owner's manual,
section 'Leveling the refrigerator.'
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INSTALLATION FO THE FLEX AND FREEZER HANDLE
1. Make sure the word "The Upper Direction" on the side of the handle is
facing up.
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2. a. Align the handle with the mounting studs.
b. Push the handle onto the mounting studs until you hear a click.
3. Check the installation of the handle by pulling on it. If the handle has been
inserted correctly, it should not move.
If the Freezer handle is not attached, repeat step 2.
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ADJUSTING THE LEVEL
After putting the doors back on the refrigerator, make sure the refrigerator is level so that you can make final
adjustments.
If the refrigerator is not level, it will not be possible to get the doors perfectly even, which may cause moisture
condensation and increased energy bills.
For example, when the left side of refrigerator is lower than the right side, make sure to do the following steps.
How to adjust the level
1. Disassemble the freezer drawer. (Refer to 11 page)
2. Remove the two screws( 1 ) attached to the cover leg front ( 2 ) with a Philips screwdriver(+).
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3. Remove the cover leg front ( 2 ) by lifting the bottom part of the cover leg front up and pulling it out.
4. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver(-) into a notch on the left control lever, and turn it count clockwise to level
the refrigerator. Turning it clockwise to lower the refrigerator and counterclockwise to raise it.
Control
flat-blade screwdriver(-) Control Lever flat-blade screwdriver(-)
Both control levers must be surely touching the floor to avoid possible personal injury or property
CAUTION damage because of tipping.
For the left side is higher, do it with right lever.
It is difficult to remove the cover leg front from the refrigerator so we do not recommend making small
adjustments with the control lever. Instead refer to the next page for the best way to make minor
adjustments to the doors.
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MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS BETWEEN DOORS
Remember, a leveled refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the
previous section on leveling the refrigerator.
When the left
door is lower than
the right door.
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-- When the left
, door is higher
than the right
door,
The left door is fixed. To make minor adjustments between doors, adjust only the right door.
1. Pull out the Convertible door ( 1 ), then you can see the lower hinge ( 2 ).
2. Insert the supplied allen wrench (3/16") ( 3 ) into the shaft ( 4 ) of the lower hinge.
3. Please adjust the height by turning the hex wrench ( 3 ) clockwise ( ) or counter-clockwise ( ).
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When you turn the hex wrench counter-clockwise( ), the door will move up.
1. After adjusting the doors, please insert the supplied fastener ( 6 ) using a pliers ( 5 ) in the gap between
the hinge-grommet ( 7 ) and the lower hinge ( 8 ). The number of fastener you'll need to insert depends
on the gap.
2 fastener are enclosed with the refrigerator.
The thickness of each fastener is 0.04".
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