Samsung RT46K6 Series User manual

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User servicing manual
MODEL CODE: RT46K6*, RT50K6*, RT53K6*
1. You may find the installation, maintenance, repair, cleaning information about the device,
the list of spare parts of the device, and the necessary information for ordering spare
parts that can be supplied by authorized service http://samsung.com/support or call
center 4447711
2. 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 certified
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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02
03
04
05
06
01 Hinge Up 02 Gasket
03 Hinge Mid 04 Drawer
05 Hinge Low 06 Barcode label
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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 firmly attached before using the product.
To detach the handles
NOTE
This procedure applies to both the fridge and freezer compartment.
FRE Pull out the handle and hit the handle
vertically. When the handle is released from
the lock. To pull the handle toward you.
(Refer to the picture)
REF CAUTION
• Be careful not to scratch.
• When disassembling, make sure the unit
turned off if you want to assembly fellow
the reverse order.
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Gasket replacement
CAUTION
Make sure you firmly attach the gasket. Otherwise, cold air from the refrigerator may leak.
To remove the gasket
(4'
4'(
FRE
REF
1. Pull the 4 corners of gasket Fre & Ref.
2. Pull the center of gasket.
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
Remove the drawer by pulling the roller part
and lifting it up.
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 first.
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 floor 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 firmly tightened on the hinge.
• Check that the hinge is firmly 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-head screwdriver 11 mm spanner
10 mm socket wrench Allen wrench (5 mm) 10 mm spanner
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Reversing the door
Hinge Up
1. Remove screw 1 ea Cover hinge with the
(+) screwdriver and Open.
2. Pull the hooks and lift Cover hinge.
3. Disconnect the wire connector on the
hinge up.
CAUTION
Be sure to unplug the power cord before
performing the operation above.
4. Remove the 2 hex bolts that hold the
hinge on the top of the refrigerator with
the 10mm socket wrench.
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Y
5. Remove Hinge up R/L.
6. Remove Door.
CAUTION
Must working more than 2 people. One
person grab the door to prevent falling door.
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Hinge Mid
1. Remove the 2 hex bolts that hold the
hinge with the 8 mm socket Wrench or
using (+) screwdriver.
2. Remove the screw 1 ea the hinge With (+)
screwdriver.
3. Diassembly hinge mid from door ref up.
CAUTION
• Must working more than 2 people.
• Be sure to unplug the power cord before
performing the operation above.
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Hinge Low
1. Lay down product (Refer picture).
CAUTION
• Must to a pad underneath to protect the
back of the product from being damaged.
• Must working more than 2 people.
• Be sure to unplug the power cord before
performing the operation above.
2. Remove the 3 hex bolts that hold the
hinge with the 8 mm socket Wrench or
using (+) screwdriver.
3. Remove Hinge Low.
4. Reassemble in the opposite order of
disassembly after replacing the top,
middle, and/or bottom hinge.
CAUTION
• Make sure the wire connectors are
connected properly.
• Be careful not to damage the wires when
fastening the top cover
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