Samsung RF217ABPN/XAA, RF197ABRS/XAA manual Troubleshooting, Problem Solution

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

SOLUTION

 

 

 

The Refrigerator does not

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Check that the power plug is properly connected.

work at all or it does not chill

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Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct temperature?

sufficiently.

 

Try setting it to a lower temperature.

 

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Is the Refrigerator in direct sunlight or located near a heat source?

 

•

Is the back of the Refrigerator so close to the wall that air cannot keep circulating?

 

 

(Refer to page 10 for the best location.)

 

 

 

The food in the

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Is the temperature control on the display set to the correct temperature?

Refrigerator is frozen.

 

Try setting it to a warmer temperature.

 

•

Is the temperature in the room too low?

 

•

Did you store the food too close to the air vent at the back of the Refrigerator? Move the

 

 

food away from the air vent.

 

 

 

You hear unusual noise or

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Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable.

sounds.

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Is the back of the Refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keeping air from

 

 

circulating?

 

•

Was anything dropped behind or under the Refrigerator?

 

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A “ticking” sound is heard from inside the Refrigerator. It is normal and occurs because

 

 

various accessories are contracting or expanding according to the temperature of the

 

 

Refrigerator interior.

 

 

 

The front corners and

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Some heat is normal as anti-condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of

vertical hinged section of

 

the Refrigerator to prevent condensation.

the appliance are hot and

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Is the Refrigerator door ajar? Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for

condensation is occurring.

 

a long time.

 

 

 

Ice Maker is not producing

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Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line before making ice?

ice.

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Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve opened?

 

•

Did you manually stop the ice making function?

 

•

Is the Freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the Freezer temperature lower.

 

 

 

You hear water bubbling in

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This is normal. The bubbling comes from the Refrigerator coolant liquid circulating

the Refrigerator.

 

through the Refrigerator.

 

 

 

There is a bad smell in the

•

Check for spoiled food.

Refrigerator.

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Foods with strong odors(for example, fish) should be tightly covered.

 

•

Clean out your Freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspicious food.

 

 

 

Frost forms on the walls of

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Is the air vent blocked? Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely.

the Freezer.

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Allow sufficient space between the foods stored for efficient air circulation.

 

•

Is the Freezer drawer closed properly?

 

 

 

Water dispenser is not

•

Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve opened?

functioning.

•

Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked?

(Water dispenser models only)

 

Make sure the tubing is free and clear of any obstruction.

 

•

Is the water tank frozen because the Refrigerator temperature is too low?

 

 

Try selecting a warmer setting on the main display panel.

 

 

 

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Contents Refrigerator Model # Serial # Features of your new RefrigeratorSafety Information Safety InformationImportant safety symbols and precautions Safety Information Safety Information Safety Information Safety information Contents Getting Ready to Install the Refrigerator Setting up your French Door RefrigeratorRemoving the Refrigerator Doors Setting UP the RefrigeratorDisassembling the freezer door Drawer Type RF217,RF197 Disassembling the fridge doorDisassembling the freezer door Swing Type RF195 Reassembling the fridge door Reassembling the freezer door Swing Type RF195 Reassembling the freezer door Drawer Type RF217,RF197When the Left door is lower than the Right door Adjusting the DoorsMaking Minor Adjustments Between Doors Before You Install the water line Installation of the Water LineConnecting to water supply line Connect the water line to the fridge Connecting to the water supply lineOperating your Samsung Refrigerator Parts and FeaturesTemperature & Function select / control panel Using the Control PanelSetting the freezer temperature Controlling the TemperatureIf you want to speed up the cooling in the Fridge Power Cool Cooling Off Mode of & of code on the display Storing Food in the Freezer Drawer Storing Food in the RefrigeratorFoods Refrigerator Freezer Storage Tips Food Storage TipsSources Vegetable & Fruit Drawers Removing the Fridge AccessoriesDoor Bins Fridge shelvesPull Out Drawer Removing the Freezer AccessoriesFreezer Drawer Bin Cleaning the Rubber door seals Cleaning the RefrigeratorCleaning the Interior Cleaning the ExteriorChanging the Interior Light in the Refrigerator Changing the Interior LightsChanging the Interior Light in the Freezer Drawer Problem Solution TroubleshootingSAMsunG REFRiGERAtoR Warranty04NTY Arra
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