Samsung RF265AA, RF266AA user manual Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

SOLUTION

 

 

The Refrigerator does not work at all

• Check that the power plug is properly connected.

or it does not chill sufficiently.

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

 

Try setting it to a lower temperature.

 

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

 

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

 

circulation?

 

 

The food in the

• 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 with high water content in the coldest part of the

 

Refrigerator? Try moving those items into the body of the Refrigerator instead of

 

keeping them in the Cool Select Pantry™.

 

 

You hear unusual noise or sounds.

• Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable.

 

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

 

circulating?

 

• Was anything dropped behind or under the Refrigerator?

 

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

 

because various accessories are contracting or expanding in relation to the

 

temperature of the Refrigerator interior.

 

 

The front corners and vertical hinged

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

section of the appliance are hot and

of the Refrigerator to prevent condensation.

condensation is occurring.

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

 

for a long time.

 

 

Ice is not harvesting.

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

 

• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve open?

 

• Did you manually stop the ice making function?

 

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

 

 

You can hear water bubbling in the

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

Refrigerator.

through the Refrigerator.

 

 

There is a bad smell in the Refrigerator.

• Check for spoiled food.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Frost forms on the walls of the Freezer.

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

 

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

 

• Is the Freezer drawer closed properly?

 

 

Water dispenser is not functioning.

• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve open?

 

• Has the water supply line tubing been crushed or kinked?

 

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 # Key features of your new refrigeratorDo not use aerosols near the Refrigerator Safety InformationSevere Warning Signs Refrigerator must be safely grounded Do not insert the power plug with wet handsDo not disassemble or repair the Refrigerator by yourself Unplug the Refrigerator before changing the interior lightDo not put your hands under the appliance Never unplug your Refrigerator by pulling on the power cordDo not store articles on the top of the appliance Children can get trapped inside Refrigerators Service Warranty and ModificationContents Getting Ready to Install the Refrigerator Setting up your French Door RefrigeratorDisassemble the Refrigerator doors Removing the refrigerator doorsTools you will need Disassemble the Freezer drawer Assemble the Refrigerator doors Reattaching the Refrigerator DoorsAssemble the Freezer drawer When the Left door is higher than the Right door ADJusting tHe DooRsWhen the Left door is lower than the Right door Making Minor Adjustments Between Doors ADJusting tHe FReezeR DRAweR LeVeL Checking the Water Dispenser Line Connecting to the water supply lineInstalling the water fi lter InstALLing tHe wAteR LineConnecting the water line to the Refrigerator Check the amount of water supplied to the ice tray Operating the Samsung French Door Refrigerator Setting UP the RefrigeratorUsing tHe ContRoL PAneL Filter Indicator Using the Digital DisplayPower Freeze Power CoolControlling the Refrigerator temperature Controlling the TemperatureControlling the Freezer temperature Using the water dispenser RF266AA Using tHe CoLD wAteR DisPenseRParts and Features Storing Food Storing Food in the Freezer Drawer Storing Food in the RefrigeratorSelection Button Using tHe CooL seLeCt PAntRyVegetable & Fruit Drawers ReMoVing tHe ReFRigeRAtoR ACCessoRiesDoor Bins & Dairy Compartment Tempered spill Proof glass shelvesCool Select Pantry Freezer Drawer Bin ReMoVing tHe FReezeR ACCessoRiesTilting Pocket Pull out DrawerCleaning the Refrigerator Changing the Interior Lights in the Freezer Drawer Changing the Interior LightChanging the Interior Light in the Refrigerator CHAnging tHe wAteR FiLteR Ordering replacement fi ltersUsing the Doors Troubleshooting Samsung Refrigerator 26 Cubic Feet and Larger Capacity WarrantySamsung Customer Care Center Country Call Or Visit US Online AT Write Questions or COMMENTS?

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