Samsung RF44A Series, User Manual

Page 1: ...Refrigerator User manual Free Standing Appliance Untitled 13 1 2020 12 17 2 05 57 ...

Page 2: ...tructions about the WEEE 27 Installation 28 Refrigerator at a glance 28 Step by step installation 31 Operations 47 Main panel 47 Setting the desired temperature or function 49 Changing the temperature scale 50 Turning on or off the ice maker 50 Activating or deactivating the Sabbath mode 50 Special features 51 Maintenance 54 Handling and care 54 Cleaning 58 Replacement 59 Troubleshooting 60 Genera...

Page 3: ... refrigerator may differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable If you have any questions or concerns contact your nearest service center or find help and information online at www samsung com R 600a or R 134a is used as a refrigerant Check the compressor label on the rear of the appliance or the rating label inside the fridge to see which refriger...

Page 4: ...sion To avoid contamination of food please respect the following instructions Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 h flush the water system connected to a water supply if...

Page 5: ...lowing safety symbols WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury property damage and or death CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury and or property damage NOTE Useful information that helps users understand or benefit from the refrigerator These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others Please follow them c...

Page 6: ...of obstruction 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 use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer This appliance is not intended for use by persons including child...

Page 7: ... similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard The socket must be easily accessible so that the appliance can be quickly disconnected from the supply in an emergency It must be outside the area of the rear of the appliance Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance If the product is equipped with LED lamps do not disassemble the La...

Page 8: ...e Not to block any vents or grilles is recommended for energy efficiency Allow warm food to cool down before placing it in the appliance Put frozen food in the refrigerator to thaw You can then use the low temperatures of the frozen products to cool food in the refrigerator Do not keep the door of the appliance open for too long when putting food in or taking food out The shorter time for which th...

Page 9: ... other residential type environments bed and breakfast type environments catering and similar non retail applications Severe warning signs for transportation and site WARNING When transporting and installing the appliance care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged Refrigerant leaking from the pipe work could ignite or cause an eye injury If a leak is dete...

Page 10: ...nstallation warnings WARNING Do not install the refrigerator in a damp location or place where it may come in contact with water Deteriorated insulation on electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from stoves room heaters or other appliances Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power strip The r...

Page 11: ...push the power cord into the space behind the appliance When moving the refrigerator be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord This may result in an electric shock or fire Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the 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...

Page 12: ...packing materials on his or her head Do not install this appliance in a humid oily or dusty location in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water rain drops Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire If any dust or water is in the refrigerator pull out power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center Otherwise there is a risk of fire Do not ...

Page 13: ...can cause severe electric shock Never use gas pipes telephone lines or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any power leakages or electric shocks caused by current leakage from the refrigerator This may result in an electric shock fire explosion or problems with the product Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly Do not us...

Page 14: ...igerator Failing to do so may result in an electric shock fire explosion problems with the product or injury Critical usage warnings WARNING Do not insert the power plug into a wall socket with wet hands This may result in an electric shock 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...

Page 15: ...be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Keep fingers out of pinch point areas Clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful when you open the doors if children are in the area Do not put your fingers or children s fingers between the doors Keep fingers out of the left and right door gaps Be careful when you open the doors if your fingers are in ...

Page 16: ...use them to slip Do not leave the doors of the refrigerator open while the refrigerator is unattended and do not let children enter inside the refrigerator Do not allow babies or children go inside the drawer It can cause death from suffocation by entrapment or personal injury Do not overfill the refrigerator with food When you open the door an item may fall out and cause personal injury or materi...

Page 17: ...nd on top of the appliance or place objects such as laundry lighted candles lighted cigarettes dishes chemicals metal objects etc on the appliance This may result in an electric shock fire problems with the product or injury Do not put a container filled with water on the appliance If spilled there is a risk of fire or electric shock Never stare directly at the UV LED lamp for long periods of time...

Page 18: ...rial damage Do not attempt to repair disassemble or modify the refrigerator yourself Do not use any fuse such as cooper steel wire etc other than a standard fuse If your refrigerator needs to be repaired or reinstalled contact your nearest service center Failing to do so may result in an electric shock fire problems with the product or injury If the refrigerator emits a burning smell or smoke unpl...

Page 19: ...aching out moisture and changing the integrity of the product Do not thaw meat at room temperature Safety will depend on whether the raw product was handled properly Do not place glass bottles or carbonated beverages into the freezer The container may freeze and break and this may result in injury Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator If you will be away from home for a long period...

Page 20: ...ers before putting it into the refrigerator Please observe maximum storage times and expiration dates of frozen goods There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply if you will be away for less than three weeks However if you will be away for more than three weeks remove all the food and ice in the ice bucket unplug the refrigerator close the water valve wipe excess moisture...

Page 21: ...it for at least five minutes before plugging it back in When the refrigerator got wet by water pull out the power plug and contact your Samsung Electronics service center Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface Broken glass may result in a personal injury and or property damage Fill the water tank and ice cube trays with potable water only tap water mineral water or purified wa...

Page 22: ... oil etc Cleaning cautions CAUTION Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside the refrigerator There is a risk of fire or electric shock Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator to remove bad odors This may result in an electric shock or fire Do not spray cleaning products directly on the display Printed letters on th...

Page 23: ...tenance unplug the appliance from the wall socket Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water to clean the refrigerator Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers such as window sprays scouring cleansers flammable fluids muriatic acid cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum produc...

Page 24: ...product 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 If trapped inside a child may get hurt or suffocate to death If trapped inside the child may become injury and suffocate to death Cyclopentane is used in the insulation T...

Page 25: ...oo warm in the frozen food compartment if sited for an extended period of time in a location where ambient air temperatures are constantly below the temperatures for which the appliance is designed In case of particular foods keeping it under refrigeration can have a bad effect on preservation due to its properties Your appliance is frost free which means there is no need to manually defrost your ...

Page 26: ... sections or compartment compartments which have two star symbol is slightly higher than other freezer compartment compartments The two star section sections or compartment compartments is are based on the instruction and or the condition as delivered Untitled 13 26 2020 12 17 2 05 59 ...

Page 27: ...ecycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract This pro...

Page 28: ...ust be performed by a qualified technician Dispose of the product packaging material in compliance with the local regulations To prevent electric shock unplug the power plug before servicing or replacing parts Refrigerator at a glance The actual refrigerator and provided parts of your refrigerator may differ from the illustrations in this manual depending on the model and the country Type A 01 02 ...

Page 29: ...awers and baskets in their original positions When closing the door make sure the vertical hinged section is in the correct position to avoid scratching the other door If the vertical hinged section is reversed put it back into the correct position and then close the door Moisture may form at times on the vertical hinged section If you close a door forcefully the other door may open Untitled 13 29...

Page 30: ...o long the top internal LED will blink This is normal Door bins Your refrigerator ships with door bins of different types and sizes If the door bins for your refrigerator were packaged separately use the figure below to help you position the bins properly The number of door bins provided may differ with the model Type A Type B Untitled 13 30 2020 12 17 2 06 00 ...

Page 31: ... room for opening and closing the door Is away from any heat sources Provides room for maintenance and servicing Has a temperature range between 10 C and 43 C Clearance See the following figures and tables for space requirements for installation C D B A Model RF44A RF50A RF49A RF57A Depth A 715 mm 765 mm Width B 817 mm 817 mm Height C 1749 mm 1749 mm Overall Height D 1776 mm 1776 mm Untitled 13 31...

Page 32: ... mm 50 mm 02 135 135 03 1393 mm 1393 mm 04 291 mm 291 mm 05 625 mm 675 mm 06 31 5 mm 31 5 mm 07 1056 mm 1101 mm 08 1082 mm 1132 mm NOTE The measurements in the table above may differ slightly from the actual measurements depending on the measuring and rounding method Untitled 13 32 2020 12 17 2 06 00 ...

Page 33: ...surface you install the refrigerator on must support a fully loaded refrigerator To protect the floor put a large piece of cardboard along the path to the refrigerator s final installation location Once the refrigerator is in its final position do not move it unless necessary to protect the floor If you have to move the refrigerator place thick paper or cloth such as old carpets along the path of ...

Page 34: ...ructions to remove and then re install the refrigerator s doors If you do not need to remove the doors go to page 40 to continue the installation procedure WARNING Unplug the power cord of the refrigerator before removing the doors Tools required not provided Phillips screwdriver Flat head screwdriver Socket wrench 10 mm Pliers Allen wrench 5 mm Untitled 13 34 2020 12 17 2 06 01 ...

Page 35: ...move the screws fastening the top cover A 2 Disconnect the wires on the top of the refrigerator B 3 Use a socket wrench 10 mm to remove the screws fastening the top hinge B C 4 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw fastening the ground wire C Untitled 13 35 2020 12 17 2 06 01 ...

Page 36: ...e shaft 6 Gently pull up the fridge door to remove Do not apply excessive force to the door The door may fall causing physical injury 7 Lay the door down on a flat surface To reattach the fridge doors After moving the refrigerator to its final location reattach the doors by following the removal instructions in the reversed order Untitled 13 36 2020 12 17 2 06 01 ...

Page 37: ...zer drawer A 1 Fully open the freezer drawer and then lift the drawer basket A to remove 2 Use a socket wrench 10 mm to remove the 4 screws fastening the door 3 Lift the freezer door from the rails to remove Untitled 13 37 2020 12 17 2 06 02 ...

Page 38: ...e door will not open or close properly which causes frost to build up Do not store too much food in the freezer drawer This prevents the freezer drawer from closing properly resulting in frost buildup To reattach the freezer drawer 1 Fully pull out the freezer drawer rails A 2 Attach the freezer door to the slots A at the side of the rails Untitled 13 38 2020 12 17 2 06 02 ...

Page 39: ...English 39 Installation 3 Use a socket wrench 10 mm to fasten the door to the rail with 4 screws 4 Insert the freezer basket back into its position Untitled 13 39 2020 12 17 2 06 02 ...

Page 40: ...le higher than the rear Level the refrigerator using the special screws levelers on the front legs Use a flat head screwdriver to turn the levelers To adjust the height of the left side Insert a flat head screwdriver into the leveler of the left side front leg Turn the leveler clockwise to raise the left side or turn it counterclockwise to lower To adjust the height of the right side Insert a flat...

Page 41: ... detailed instruction You can use the adjustment parts at the bottom of both fridge doors to raise or lower the door A B C D 1 Fully open the freezer drawer A and then find the middle hinge B 2 Insert the Allen wrench C into the shaft D of the middle hinge C 3 Turn the Allen wrench C clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the door Untitled 13 41 2020 12 17 2 06 03 ...

Page 42: ...4 Use the Pliers D to insert the provided snap ring E in the gap between the hinge grommet F and the middle hinge G The number of snap rings depends on the gap NOTE Two 0 04 snap rings are provided with the product Untitled 13 42 2020 12 17 2 06 03 ...

Page 43: ...installed in an area with low water pressure below 30 psi 206 kPa you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure After you have connected the water line make sure the water storage tank inside the refrigerator is properly filled To do this press the water dispenser lever until water runs from the water outlet NOTE Water line installation kits are available at extra cost from you...

Page 44: ...lb 1 4 compression nut 1 pc A 01 02 03 08 04 05 06 07 B C A Refrigerator B Household water supply line C Water Line must be kept straight 01 Compression Nut 1 4 Assembled 02 Ferrule Not supplied 03 Copper tubing Not supplied 04 Plastic Tubing Assembled 05 Compression Fitting Assembled 06 Molded end Bulb 07 Compression nut 1 4 Not supplied 08 Plastic Tubing Not supplied NOTE If you have to relocate...

Page 45: ...ompression nut 07 3 Turn the water on and check for any leakage If you find water drops or leakage in the connection areas turn off the main water supply Check the connections and if necessary tighten 4 Flush 1 gallon of water through the filter before drinking or using the water from the refrigerator Flush approximately 6 minutes To flush press a large glass or cup against the water dispenser lev...

Page 46: ...led and the motor should be running smoothly 4 Wait until the refrigerator reaches the set temperature Now the refrigerator is ready for use STEP 8 Final check When installation is complete confirm that The refrigerator is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly The refrigerator is installed on a flat level surface with a reasonable clearance from walls and cabinets The refrigerato...

Page 47: ...ction is on 02 Freezer indicator Displays the current or desired temperature of the freezer indicates that the Power Freeze function is on 03 Door open indicator This indicator blinks with an alarm if the door is left open for more than 2 minutes 04 Ice Maker indicator Displays the status of the ice maker To enable ice making you must turn on the ice maker Operations Untitled 13 47 2020 12 17 2 06...

Page 48: ...ed item on the main panel applicable models only NOTE The control panel is designed to stay off when the refrigerator is not in use It only becomes active and lights up when you open the door or tap the buttons If the door is left open for 5 minutes the internal light will blink for 5 minutes and turn off to alert deaf and hard of hearing users that a door is open Note that this function is normal...

Page 49: ...d in the freezer NOTE When you use this function the energy consumption of the refrigerator will increase Remember to turn it off when you do not need it and return the freezer to your original temperature setting 4 Wait for 5 seconds or tap to confirm your selection The selected compartment s indicator stops blinking NOTE Using Power Cool or Power Freeze increases power consumption When you chang...

Page 50: ... Ice Maker indicator blinks 3 Tap or to turn on or off the ice maker Tap to turn it on Tap to turn it off 4 Wait for 5 seconds or tap to confirm your selection The Ice Maker indicator stops blinking Activating or deactivating the Sabbath mode The Sabbath mode stays active for 85 hours once it is activated After that it will be deactivated automatically To activate or deactivate the Sabbath Mode ta...

Page 51: ...roducing ice After the ice maker has been turned on again there will be a time delay before the ice maker resumes operation It is normal for several cubes to be joined together If ice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy taste stale and shrink If you do not want to make ice turn the ice maker off For detailed instructions on turning the ice maker on or off see the Turning on or ...

Page 52: ...n the door and locate the water tank that is located in the door shelf area 1 Hold the handgrips on both sides of the water tank and lift up to remove 2 Fill the water tank with potable water up to 4 liters You can remove either the top cap or the cover and pour water NOTE For first time use clean inside the water tank 3 Reinsert the water tank and close the door Make sure the water outlet of the ...

Page 53: ...y other liquids Do not fill the water tank excessively which causes an overflow Do not try to fill the water tank without removing it from the door Make sure that water tank is seated properly Do not use the refrigerator without the water tank This may reduce performance and efficiency To prevent water bouncing make sure the glass is in line with the dispenser lever NOTE To secure more room you ca...

Page 54: ...ratch the surface of glass shelves Fridge shelves To remove a shelf fully open the fridge door Hold the front of the shelf and gently lift up and slide out 1 Fully open the fridge door 2 Hold the front of the shelf lift the back of the shelf to release the hook from the groove 3 Pull out to remove Maintenance Untitled 13 54 2020 12 17 2 06 06 ...

Page 55: ...sert insert the door bin slightly above its final location making sure that the back of the bin is against the door Hold the rear of the door bin with both hands and then press down so that it fits snugly CAUTION Do not remove a bin that is filled with food Empty the bin beforehand Use caution when opening the door if the bottom bin contains larger bottles which may fall over Do not allow children...

Page 56: ... 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 Freezer baskets 1 Fully open the freezer drawer 2 Lift the ice bucket to remove Untitled 13 56 2020 12 17 2 06 07 ...

Page 57: ...ut To reinsert put the basket onto the rail assembly rear side first CAUTION Do not twist the basket when removing or reinserting the basket The basket can be scratched To prevent physical injury property damage or suffocation keep children away from freezer baskets that have been removed Do not remove the divider Put the wheels of the upper basket on the end of the rails of the lower basket Then ...

Page 58: ...ower cord 2 Use a moistened soft lint free cloth or paper towel to clean the refrigerator s interior and exterior 3 When done use a dry cloth or paper towel to dry well 4 Plug in the power cord Rubber seals If the rubber seals of a door become dirty the door may not close properly and reducing refrigerator performance and efficiency Use a mild detergent and damp cloth to clean the rubber seals The...

Page 59: ...ED Lamps To replace the lamps of the refrigerator contact a local Samsung service center WARNING The lamps are not user serviceable Do not attempt to replace a lamp yourself This can cause electric shock Untitled 13 59 2020 12 17 2 06 07 ...

Page 60: ...ot enough clearance between refrigerator and nearby walls or cabinets Make sure there is a gap of at least 2 5 inches 5 cm between the refrigerator back and sides and any nearby walls or cabinets The refrigerator is overloaded Food is blocking the refrigerator vents Do not overload the refrigerator Do not allow food to block vents Fridge freezer is over cooling Temperature control is not set corre...

Page 61: ...r gasket Condensation Symptom Possible causes Solution Condensation forms on the interior walls If door is left open moisture enters the refrigerator Remove the moisture and do not leave a door open for extended periods of time Food with high moisture content Make sure food is wrapped airtight Water ice dispenser models only Symptom Possible causes Solution Water flow is weaker than normal Water p...

Page 62: ...Deactivate dispenser panel Lock Ice maker is off Turn on the ice maker Ice does not dispense Ice may jam if the ice dispenser is not used for a long time approx 3 weeks If you won t be using the refrigerator for a long time empty the ice bucket and turn off the ice maker Ice bucket is not properly inserted Make sure the ice bucket is properly inserted Water line is not connected properly or water ...

Page 63: ...k if the water line stop cock is closed Dispenser panel Lock is activated Deactivate dispenser panel Lock A third party water filter was installed Use only Samsung provided or approved filters Unapproved filters may leak and damage the refrigerator Water filter indicator turns on or blinks Replace the water filter After replacing reset the filter indicator sensor Untitled 13 63 2020 12 17 2 06 08 ...

Page 64: ... When starting or ending an operation the refrigerator may make sounds similar to a car engine igniting As the operation stabilizes the sounds will decrease Clicking or Chirping Buzzing While the fan is operating these sounds may occur When the refrigerator reaches the set temperature no fan sound will occur SSSRRR Whir During a defrost cycle water may drip on the defrost heater causing sizzling s...

Page 65: ...creases plastic parts contract and expand creating knocking noises These noises occur during the defrosting cycle or when electronic parts are working Cracking For ice maker models When the water valve opens to fill the ice maker buzzing sounds may occur Due to pressure equalizing when opening and closing the refrigerator door whooshing sounds may occur Untitled 13 65 2020 12 17 2 06 09 ...

Page 66: ...roduct may not operate properly at temperatures outside of the specific range You can find climate class on label inside of your refrigerator Effective temperature range The refrigerator is designed to operate normally in the temperature range specified by its class rating Class Symbol Ambient Temperature range C IEC 62552 ISO 15502 ISO 8561 Extended Temperate SN 10 to 32 10 to 32 Temperate N 16 t...

Page 67: ...member to turn it off when you don t need it and return the freezer to your original temperature setting How to store for best preservation applicable models only Cover foods to retain moisture and prevent them from picking up odors from other foods A large pot of food like soup or stew should be divided into small portions and put in shallow containers before being refrigerated A large cut of mea...

Page 68: ...rom losing its flavour or drying out place in airtight containers Refrigerator Freezer Storage Chart The freshness longevity depends on temperature and exposure to moisture Since product dates aren t a guide for safe use of a product consult this chart and follow these tips Milk products Product Refrigerator Freezer Milk 1 week 1 month Butter 2 weeks 12 months Ice cream 2 3 weeks Natural cheese 1 ...

Page 69: ...3 4 days 1 month Fish salad 1 day Not recommended Dried or pickled fish 3 4 weeks Fruits Product Refrigerator Freezer Apples 1 month Peaches 2 3 weeks Pineapple 1 week Other fresh fruit 3 5 days 9 12 months Vegetables Product Refrigerator Freezer Asparagus 2 3 days Broccoli Brussels sprouts green peas mushrooms 3 5 days Cabbage cauliflower celery cucumbers lettuce 1 week Carrots beets radishes 2 w...

Page 70: ...ppliance are available 7 Years thermostats temperature sensors printed circuit boards and light sources door handles door hinges trays baskets boxes or drawers 10 Years door gaskets The minimum duration of the guarantee of the refrigerating appliance offered by the manufacturer 24 Months Relevant information for ordering spare parts directly or through other channels provided by the manufacturer i...

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Page 72: ...ucts please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Country Contact Center Web Site UK 0333 000 0333 www samsung com uk support IRELAND EIRE 0818 717100 www samsung com ie support SOUTH AFRICA 0860 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com za support DA68 04132L 02 Untitled 13 72 2020 12 17 2 06 09 ...