Samsung RT40MBSW User manual

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.
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Before using your fridge/freezer, read the safety precautions below and the instructions in the rest of
the manual. Keep the Instruction Manual in a handy place for future reference and remember to hand
it over to the subsequent owner, if you ever sell the appliance.
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Safety Precautions
DO NOT use the fridge/freezer if
it is faulty or damaged. Unplug it
from the power supply and call
your local service centre.
If the power cord is damaged,
have it replaced by the manu-
facturer, an approved service
centre or a qualified electrician.
DO NOT expose the fridge/
freezer to direct sunlight.
DO NOT install it next to a
source of heat (oven, radiator).
If you must install the fridge/
freezer near a source of heat,
ensure that there is sufficient
insulation between 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 of electric shock.
DO NOT allow children to:
◆Play in or around the fridge/
freezer
◆Hang on the refrigerator
door
Children may be injured and the
appliance may be damaged.
To maintain the efficiency of your
fridge/freezer, DO NOT leave the
doors open for any longer than
necessary.
Make sure that the doors are
carefully pushed closed at all
times.
DO NOT store volatile chemicals,
such as ether and benzene, in
the fridge/freezer. Besides
damaging the food, the fumes
can build up and cause an
explosion.
DO NOT use flammable sprays,
such as lacquer or paint, near
the fridge/freezer.
The appliance must be positioned
so that the plug is accessible after
installation
The appliance is not intended for
use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision.
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Contents
◆SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................. 2
◆BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR NEW FRIDGE/FREEZER
■Main Features................................................................................................ 4
■Model Specifications...................................................................................... 4
◆INSTALLING YOUR NEW FRIDGE/FREEZER
■Choosing Where to Install Your Fridge/Freezer............................................ 5
■Earthing the Fridge/Freezer........................................................................... 5
■Preparing Your Fridge/Freezer for Use......................................................... 6
■Adjusting the Feet.......................................................................................... 6
■Arranging the Accessories............................................................................. 7
◆USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
■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 ............................................................................................... 10
■Making Ice Cubes.......................................................................................... 11
◆LOOKING AFTER YOUR FRIDGE/FREEZER
■Cleaning the Fridge/Freezer.......................................................................... 12
■Changing the Light Bulb................................................................................ 13
■Problems and Solutions................................................................................. 14
◆VIEW OF YOUR FRIDGE/FREEZER............................................................................. 15
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Thank you for purchasing a
SAMSUNG fridge/freezer.
Please take the time to read
these instructions, as they will enable
you to take full advantage of your
new appliance.
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Main Features
Your fridge/freezer is fitted with several useful features, to help you store food as efficiently and as
hygienically as possible.
Feature Description
Auto-defrost When sufficient frost has accumulated in the fridge/freezer, the auto-defrost feature
starts up automatically. The frost is thawed and the thaw water is collected in an
evaporation tray, which allows it to evaporate.
This operation is fully automatic and requires no intervention by you.
Bio-deodorizer This integrated ventilation system helps remove odor from the refrigerator, by moving
(OPTION) the air in such a way that smells cannot collect and contaminate the food. The
bio-deodorizer is located at the top of fresh food compartment.
Chiller compartment The chiller compartment freezes only the surface of the food to help:
(OPTION) ◆Preserve the taste of the food
◆Prolong 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 large compartments in the
bottom of the door are very practical when chilling bottles of drinks for example.
Model Specifications
The instructions in this booklet apply to several models and types.
The main differences between the models concern whether you have:
◆A chiller compartment / A multi-purpose drawer
◆Shelf : Crystal / Wire / Tempered glass
◆Bio deodorizer
◆Twist ice maker / Movable ice tray
◆Vegetable Bin divider, Bottle guide, Dairy box, Wine
rack, Lock & key etc.
Type Models Handle
A
B
The illustrations correspond to type B; there may, therefore, be
slight differences between them and your actual model.
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Model Number: ––––––––––––
Type: ––––––––––––
Date of Purchase: ––––––––––––
Important
These appliances are intended for
household use only. If you wish to
use them for industrial or commer-
cial purposes, you must check that
you comply with all applicable
standards and regulations.
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Various factors must be taken into account when choosing where to install your fridge/freezer.
For the personal safety of you and your family, your fridge/freezer
must be:
◆Plugged into its own individual wall outlet with the
correct voltage and frequency, as indicated inside the
refrigerator door
◆Properly earthed (do not ground the fridge/freezer with a
telephone line, gas pipe, and so on)
To minimise the possibility of electric shocks from the appliance, the
wall outlet must also be earthed; have it checked by a qualified
electrician. If it is not earthed, it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly earthed outlet, or use a
different power point.
If the power cord is damaged, avoid a hazard 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 green color) with the ground screw, another side
of the ground terminal with steel or copper pipe such
as water pipe tap.
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Choosing Where to Install Your Fridge/Freezer
Earthing the Fridge/Freezer
30¡ 86¡F
Install the fridge/freezer on a
stable, flat surface. Adjust the
feet if necessary, referring to
page 6 for further details.
Avoid locations in direct sunlight or
near to heaters, radiators, ovens or
cookers.
Avoid locations affected by
draughts or dampness.
Make sure that you can open the
doors freely and without hin-
drance.
Allow the following clearances
around the fridge/freezer:
◆ 50 mm (2 inches) on all sides
◆300 mm (12 inches) above
the fridge/freezer
300 mm 12”
50 mm
2”
50 mm 2”
50 mm
2”
H
75%
Ground
cable
Copper
pipe
Ground screw
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Preparing Your Fridge/Freezer for Use
Once you have chosen the position of your fridge/freezer and
checked that the wall outlet is correctly earthed, proceed as
follows.
1Make sure that the fridge/freezer is unplugged from the wall outlet.
2Wipe the appliance clean inside and out with a soft cloth and
warm, soapy water.
3Allow the fridge/freezer to stabilize for at least one hour before
plugging it in for the first time.
4Plug the power cord into the appropriate earthed wall outlet.
5Set the refrigerator and freezer temperatures, referring to pages 8
and 10, respectively for further instructions.
6Wait for 2-3 hours for the freezer to reach the required tem-
perature, before placing frozen food in the freezer.
Adjusting the Feet
To compensate for an uneven floor surface, you can adjust the feet
on the front of the fridge/freezer.
If the fridge/freezer Then turn the...
leans to the...
Left Left foot anti-clockwise until the fridge/
freezer is level.
Right Right foot anti-clockwise until the fridge/
freezer is level.
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When you store a lot of food in the guards of the doors, it may be
unstable.
In that case, set the front leg parallel to the rear leg.
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The shelves and compartments inside the refrigerator can be
rearranged for greater convenience.
To change the Then...
position of...
A crystal shelf / ◆Pull the shelf towards you until it reaches the
A tempered glass shelf stop
◆Tilt the front of the shelf up and continue
pulling the shelf towards you
◆Slide the shelf back into its new position
A wire shelf ◆Tilt the front of the shelf up
◆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 in the new position
◆Push the compartment down into place
Arrangement Example for the Refrigerator
Accessory Suggested Use
Top shelf Desserts, such as yoghurts
Chiller compartment Meats and fish
Bottom shelf Ready-prepared meals
Vegetable bin Fruit and vegetables
Egg Tray Eggs
Adjustable door pocket Cheese, butter
Bottle pocket Milk, sodas, other drinks
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Arranging the Accessories
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Controlling the Refrigerator Temperature
When setting the refrigerator temperature, you must take into
account the following factors:
◆◆The amount of food to be stored
◆◆The temperature of the room in which the fridge/freezer
is placed
To store... Then set the temperature to...
A large amount of food COLDER
(refrigerator full)
An average amount of food Between COLDER and COLD
A small amount of food COLD
(refrigerator relatively empty)
➢ Depending on the room temperature, you may need to
turn the refrigerator up or down slightly. If it is very low
set the refrigerator temperature to COLD.
➢
Storing Food
Follow the recommendations below when storing food in the
refrigerator.
1Put food 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
2Allow hot food or drinks to cool before placing them in the
refrigerator.
3Leave sufficient room between the items and in front of the
ventilation slots to enable the cool air to circulate freely.
4Try and maintain easy access to the temperature dial in case you
need to adjust the temperature.
5If you have washed any fruit or vegetables, dry them before
storing them in the vegetable bin.
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In case of being much foods in fresh food
compartment, specially in summer, turn the freezer
temperature dial to “COLDER” to direct more cold air into
the fresh food compartment and the refrigerator
temperature dial to “6~7”.
Setting at “COLD” of the freezer temperature dial, the
fresh food cmpartment will not be cold enough.
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The chiller compartment freezes only the surface of the food to help:
◆◆Preserve the taste of the food
◆◆Prolong the freshness
Use the chiller compartment to store cheese, meat, fish or any
frozen food to be used quickly.
To... Then...
Open the chiller Pull the chiller compartment towards you.
compartment Result:◆The compartment is moved forward
for easy access.
◆The cover opens automatically.
Close the chiller Push the chiller compartment back as far as it
compartment will go.
Result: The cover closes automatically.
➢ Make sure, however, that the cover is correctly closed before shutting the refrigerator door.
The vegetable bin maintains the moisture and freshness of fruit and vegetables by:
◆◆Protecting the items 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 vegetables. (Option).
☛The vegetable bin is not suitable for tropical fruit
(bananas, pineapple and so on), which is too fragile:
the fruit is damaged and flavour is lost.
To... Then...
Open the vegetable bin Pull it towards you.
Close the vegetable bin Push it back into place.
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Using the Vegetable Bin
OPTION
Using the Chiller Compartment
Using the Multi-Purpose Drawer
The multi-purpose drawer can be used as both Chiller compartment and
Vegetable bin by changing the location of drawer.
◆◆Chiller compartment :
When drawer is placed under the top shelf.
◆◆Vegetable bin (humidity adjustable):
When drawer is placed between the cover-vegetable and
the vegetable bin (In this case, cover-vegetable must be
placed one-level upward).
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Controlling the Freezer Temperature
When setting the freezer temperature, you must take into account
the following factors:
◆◆The amount of food to be frozen
◆◆The temperature of the room in which the fridge/freezer
is placed
To... Then set the temperature to...
◆Store large quantities QUICK FREEZING
of food (freezer full)
◆Make ice cubes
◆Fast-freeze food
Store an average amount NORMALBeten COLDER and COLD
of food
Store a small amount of food QUICK COOLING
(freezer relatively empty)
Put the freezer compartment WINTER
in winter mode when the ambient
temperature drops below 10ºc.
➢ Depending on the room temperature, you may need to
turn the freezer up or down slightly.
Freezing Food
Follow the recommendations below when storing food in the
freezer.
1Store food in small quantities or as individual servings, so that you
can defrost as much or as little as you like.
2Do not refreeze food that has already been frozen and then
defrosted.
3Put the food to be frozen in containers with lids or in airtight plastic
freezer bags, removing any excess air in the bags.
4Respect the maximum storage times indicated on pre-packed
frozen food.
5Do not place food on top of the evaporation slots.
6Try and maintain easy access to the temperature dial in case you
need to adjust the temperature.
7Leave the door open for as little time as possible. Make sure that it
is properly closed after use.
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