Samsung RS261MDRS/XAA User manual

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KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR
Your Samsung Refrigerator comes equipped with various innovative storage and energy-efficient features.
,, Xtra SpaceTM
Vertical room next to the ice maker in the freezer provides space for pizza etc.
o Door Alarm
Beep sound reminds you the door is open.
o Vegetable Crisper
Optimized humidity control keeps vegetables & fruits fresh.
Compact Ice Maker
o Water Filtration System
o Digital Display and Temperature Control
For easy future reference, write the model and serial
number down. You will find your model number on
the left bottom side of the refrigerator.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using your new Samsung Side-By-Side 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 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 refrigerator described in this manual. If you have any questions contact us at
1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and information online at www.samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and precautions:
A Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
A Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property
CAUTION damage.
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.
w .,.oSEVEREWARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
ODo 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 board 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 or 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 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 wiil accept the plug on the appliance.
The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC115-120V, 10A, or more.
if a 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.
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CAUTION
* 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.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING
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Do not insert the power plug with wet hands.
Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
- When you open or dose 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.
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.
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• Do not disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.
-You run risk of causing a fire, malfunction and/or personal injury.
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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.
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.
If the products equipped with LED Lamp, do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED Lamp
by yourself.
- Please contact your service agents.
If any dust or water is in refrigerator, pull out power plug and contact your Samsung
Electronics service center.
- Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING
CAUTION @,, Do not re-freeze frozen foods that have thawed completely.
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.safe,ty inforrr at on 5

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®,, 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.
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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 refrigerator gets wet by water, pull out the power plug and contact your
Samsung Electronics service center.
/K CAUTION SIGNS FOR CLEANING
CAUTION
,, 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.
v oSEVERE 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 SIDE-BY-SIDE
REFRIGERATOR 08 Getting ready to install the refrigerator
10 Setting 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
OPERATING YOUR
SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR 20 Checking the control panel 21 Using the control panel
23 Using the ice and cold water dispenser
24 Storinc food
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR
SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR
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Removing the freezer/fridge accessories
Cleaning the refrigerator
Changing the water filter
Water filter chart
APPENDIX 30 Troubleshooting
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GETTING READY TO INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR
Congratulations on the purchase of your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator. We hope you will enjoy the many
state-of-the-art features and efficiencies that this new appliance has to offer.
Selecting the best location for the refrigerator
•Select a location with easy access to the water supply.
•Select a location without direct exposure to sunlight.
•Select a location with level(or nearly level)flooring.
•Select a location with enough space for the refrigerator doors to open easily.
•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.
-Refer to drawing and dimensions below for overall space required for use.
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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 the refrigerator' in the
manual (page 15).
To protect the finish of the flooring, place a protection sheet, such as
packing carton under the refrigerator.
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When installing, servicing or cleaning behind the
refrigerator, be sure to pull the unit straight out and push
back in straight after finishing.
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First things first! 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.
Dimensions
[inch(mm)]
Width
Depth
Height
Only Cabinet
With Leg Front
Only Cabinet
With Door
With Handle
Only Cabinet
With Hinge
With Door
35 3/4 (908)
35 15/16 (915.5)
23 5/8 (735)
27 7/16 (861.2)
30 (920.4)
68 5/8 (1,742.4)
69 5/16 (1,776)
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 removing the freezer door.
To avoid damage, refer to 'Separating the water line' in the manual(page 12).
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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.
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.
1. Place the Refrigerator in an appropriate location with reasonable clearance between 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 the appropriate temperature. You can
store food and drinks in the Refrigerator after the temperature is sufficiently cool.
_ Check the accessory list below.
Hex wrench Compression fitting Compression nut Clip Screw
Installing the handleSLiLiLi
1. Take the handles out fronl the right side door.
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2. Check if the word "UP" on the rear of the handle is facing right side up.
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,Match the upper and lower handle locking tabs on the doors to the handles.
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4. Fix the handles to the doors by sliding it down firmly until you hear a click sound.
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,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).
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SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR(CONT'D)
If your entrance won't allow the refrigerator to pass easily through it, you can remove the doors.
Removing the Front Leg Cover
First, open both the freezer and refrigerator doors and then take off the front leg cover by turning the
three screws counter-clockwise.
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Separating the water supply line from the refrigerator
1. Remove the water tube by pressing the coupler _ and pulling the water tube _ away.
Do not cut the water line. Gently separate it from the coupler.
Reattaching the water supply line
1. While pressing the front face of coupler Line
(3_, insert the water line _ in the coupler.
Carefully place front cover and push to
snap it into position.
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The water line must be fully inserted to the marked line to prevent water leakage from the
dispenser.
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Removing the freezer door
A few things to mention first.
• Make sure that you lift the door straight up so the hinges are not bent or broken.
Be careful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harness on the door.
Place doors on a protected surface to prevent scratching or damage.
1. With the Freezer door closed, remove the upper hinge cover 133 using a screwdriver, and then
disconnect the wires I]D.
2_ Remove hinge bolts I]D and a ground screw (_ counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge
J]_ 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 I]_ by carefully lifting the door 12_}.
uRemove the lower hinge (][] from the lower hinge bracket IZ} by lifting the lower hinge in the
direction of the arrow.
Reattaching the freezer doors
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SETTING UP THE REFRIGERATOR(CONT'D)
Removing the fndge door
1. With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover _ using a screwdriver
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,Remove hinge bolts _ and ground screw _ counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge
in the direction of the arrow. Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on
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3. Remove the door from the lower hinge _ by lifting the door I_}.
4. Remove the lower hinge {_ from the lower hinge bracket _ by lifting the lower hinge in the
direction of the arrow. ____@
Reattaching the fridge door
Z_ _attach the fridge doors, replace parts in reverse order.
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LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR
Now that the doors are back on the refrigerator, you want to 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.
_The front of the refrigerator is also adjustable.
Before leveling the refrigerator, 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 Leg, then turn it clockwise.
Screw Driver Freezer Leg Fridge Leg
Screw Driver
_ Refer to the next section for the best way to make very minor adjustments to the doors.
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MAKING MINOR ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DOORS
Remember, a level refrigerator is necessary for getting the doors perfectly even. If you need help, review the
previous section on levelling the refrigerator.
When the door of the freezer is higher
than the fridge
Adjustment part
In the case of the process to correct the imbalance is the same. Open the doors and adjust them,
one at a time, as follows:
1. Unscrew the nut [_ from the lower hinge until it reaches the upper end of the bolt [_.
Wrench
Bolt
Nut
_When you release the nut [T}, make sure that you use the hex wrench provided [_ to loosen the
bolt _ in a counter-clockwise _ direction. You should then be able to unscrew the nut
[_ with your fingers.
2. Adjust the height difference between the doors by turning the bolt [_} clockwise _ or counter
clockwise _,,,a.
_When you turn clockwise _, the door will move up.
=After adjusting the doors, turn the nut [T}} clockwise _ until it reaches the lower end of the
bolt, then tighten the bolt again with the wrench _} to fix the nut in place [_}.
If you do not secure the nut firmly, the bolt may release.

CHECKING THE WATER DISPENSER LiNE
A water dispenser is 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. You may need to purchase a water purifying system to do that.
In order for the ice maker to operate properly, a water pressure of 20-125 psi (pound per square inch)is
required. Under normal conditions, a 170 cc (5.75 oz.) paper cup can be filled in 10 seconds.
If the Refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 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 supply line
1. First, shut off the main water supply line and turn the ice-maker off.
2. Locate the nearest cold, drinking water line.
3. After connecting the water supply to the water filter, turn your main water supply back on and flush
3 gallons(Flush approximately 6 minutes) into a bucket to clear and prime the water filter.
Cold water line
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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 find these items sold as a kit at your local hardware store.
,, 1/4" compression nut ,, plastic tubing
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Household water line
1. Slip the compression nut ® through the supplied plastic tubing ®.
2. Tighten the compression nut ® onto the 1/4" compression fitting.
- If you are using copper tubing, slip the compression nut ® (not included) and ferrule (not included)
on copper tubing (not included) as shown.
- If you are using plastic tubing ®, insert the molded end(Bulb) of the plastic tubing @ into the
compression fitting.
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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 have to repair or disassemble the water line, cut off 1/4" of the plastic tubing to make sure
you get a snug, leak-free connection.
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Removing residual matter inside the water supply line after installing filter
1. Turn ON the main water supply.
2. Press the Water button and push the dispenser pad.
3. Flush 3 gallons of water through the filter befor use.
(Flush approximately 6 minutes.)
This will clean the water supply system and remove air from the lines.
4. Additional flushing may be required in some households.
5. Open the refrigerator door and make sure there are no water leaks coming
from the water filter.
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A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water
to briefly spurt from the water dispenser. This is due to air
getting into the 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, CHECKTHEWATERLEVEL
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. This is not a problem with the ice maker
but of the water pressure in the pipe.
When this problem occurs, contact the dealer
service center to check the amount of water
supplied.
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press test button located on the bottom of ice maker.
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CHECKING THE CONTROL PANEL
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Press the Lighting button to turn on the dispenser LED lamp.
Press the Freezer button to set the freezer temperature between cold and
coldest.
Press and hold the Freezer button for 3 seconds to activate Power Freezer
function which speeds up the freezing process in the freezer.
Press the Ice Type button to get ice from the dispenser.
Press the ice Type button to select cubed or crushed ice.
Press and hold the Ice Type button for 3 seconds to turn the ice making function off.
Press 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.
Press the Fridge button to set the Fridge temperature between cold and
coldest.
Press and hold the Fddge button for 3 seconds to activate Power Cool
function which speeds up the cooling process in the refrigerator.
For better energy efficiency, press the Energy Saver button. If condensation
occurs on the doors, turn the Energy Saver Button function off.
If you press and hold the Energy Saver button for 3 seconds, all buttons will be
locked and the dispenser pad will not work.
To deactivate the secondary functions (such as Power Freeze, Ice Off, Power Cool and Child Lock), press
and hold the corresponding button again for 3 seconds.
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