Samsung RF23J9011 Owners Manual

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Free Standing Appliance

Contents

Table Caption: This table outlines the key sections of a refrigerator manual, including safety information, setup instructions, operating procedures, and troubleshooting guidance. It also provides the corresponding page numbers for each section.

Safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Before using your new Samsung Refrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to operate the features and functions that your new appliance offers safely and efficiently.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Because the following instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your refrigerator may differ slightly from the refrigerator described in this manual.
• If you have any question, contact us at 1-800-SAMSUNG 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 refrigerant is used for your refrigerator. If this product contains flammable gas (Refrigerant R-600a), contact your local authority in regard to safe disposal of this product.
• It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorized Service Person to service this appliance.

Warning; Risk of fire / flammable materials

Important safety symbols and precautions:

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage.

Do NOT attempt.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

Follow directions carefully.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Call the contact center for help.

Note.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.

Please follow them carefully.

After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

WARNING

STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING (US ONLY)

• Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www. P65Warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING

CRITICAL TRANSPORTATION AND SITE WARNINGS

• When transporting or installing this appliance, take care not to damage any parts of the refrigeration circuit.
• -Refrigerant leaking from the refrigeration circuit pipes can ignite or cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes.

WARNING

CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS

• 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 appliance.

• Do not plug several appliances into the same multiple power strip.

• The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the voltage on the refrigerator's rating plate.

• -This provides the best performance and

• also prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the power plug.

• -There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.

• Do not pull the power cord or bend it excessively.

• Do not twist or tie the power cord.

• Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or 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.

• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

• -Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire.

• -Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy articles on it.

• This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the manual before it is used.

• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp place or place where it may come in contact with water.

• -Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire.

• Connect the power plug in proper position with the cord hanging down.

• -If you connect the power plug upside down, wire can get cut off and a cause fire or an electric shock.

• Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the refrigerator.

• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

• -This constitutes a fire hazard.

• Keep the packing materials out of reach of children.

• -There is a risk of death from suffocation if a child puts the packaging material on his or her head.

• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.

• -Failing to do so may result in an electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.

• Do not install this appliance near a heater or

• flammable material.

• Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, or in a location exposed to direct sunlight or water (rain drops).

• Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.

• -This may result in an electric shock or fire.

• If any dust or water inundates the