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using tHE CooLsELECt ZonE™ DrawEr (oPtionaL)
The CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer is designed to make your busy life just a\
 little bit easier.
Quick Cool Button
You can use the “Quick Cool” operation with the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer to quickly cool1~3 canned beverages in about an hour. When the “Quick Cool” process ends, the CoolSelectZone™ Drawer automatically returns to the previously set temperature.To cancel this operation, press the Quick Cool button again and the Cool\
Select Zone™Drawer returns to the previously set temperature.   
Depending of the beverages, cool-down time may vary.
When “Quick Cool” is in operation, any items that you do NOT want \
affected should be moved out of the drawer.
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Thaw Button
When “thaw” is selected, warm and cold air is alternately blown in\
to the CoolSelect Zone™Drawer. Depending on the weight of the frozen food, you can select a 4 h\
rs, 6 hrs, 10 hrs, and12 hrs thawing time.When “thaw” ends, food is in a half-frozenstate, making it easy to cut for cooking. Inaddition, when “thaw” ends, the CoolSelectZone™ Drawer returns to the original “0 Zone”condition. To cancel this function mid-cycle,just press any button besides Thaw.Here are the approximate thawing times ofmeat and fish by weight (and based on a 25.4mm (1in.) thickness). This chart represents the  total weight of \
food in the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer.
Depending on the size and thickness of the meat or fish, thawing times\
 may vary.
When “Thaw” is in operation, any items that you do NOT want affect\
ed should be movedout of the drawer.
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Select Button1.   When “soft freeze” is selected on the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer, the temperature on the drawer digital panel displays 23°F(-5°C), regardless of the overall temperature setting of the refrigerator. This feature helps keep meat and fish fresh for longer.2.   When “0 Zone” is selected, the temperature of the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer is kept at 32°F(0°C), regardless of the overall temperature setting of the refrigerator. This feature also helps keep meat or fish fresh for longer.3.   When “Cool” is selected, the temperature in the CoolSelect Zone™ Drawer will be the same as the overall temperature setting of the refrigerator. The drawer digital panel shows the same temperature as that of the refrigerator display panel. Since the “Cool” function mimics the r\
efrigerator temperature, you have extra general storage space.

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rEMoVing tHE frEEZEr aCCEssoriEs
Cleaning and rearranging the interior of the freezer is a snap.   1.     Remove the Glass shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and remove it.  
2.    Remove the door bin by holding the door bin with both hands and then gently lift it up.
3.   Remove the Plastic drawer by pulling it out and slightly lifting it up.
4.  Remove the Icemaker bucket by lifting up and pulling it out.
5.   Remove the front leg Cover by opening both the freezer and refrigerator \
doors, and removing the three screws. Once the screws are free, detach the cover. To reattach the front leg cover, place it back in its original position and tighten the three screws.  
Do not use excessive force when removing the cover.Otherwise, the cover may break and cause injury.
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rEMoVing tHE friDgE aCCEssoriEs
1.   Remove the spill Proof Glass Shelf by pulling the shelf out as far as it will go. Then, gently lift it up and gently remove it.  
2.   Remove the Vegetable & Fruit Drawer by pressing on the indentations found on the inside left and right sides of the Veggie Box/Dry Box cover and remove by pulling forward.      Holding the drawer with one hand, lift it up a little bit while pulling it forward and take it out of the refrigerator.
3.   Remove the Gallon Door Bin by holding the bin with both hands and gently lifting it up.
4.  The Z Shelf is attached to the cabinet wall.      Remove the wine shelf by sliding it up and gently lifting the shelf out of the tabs.  
      Be careful not to assemble the Z shelf with being switched top and bottom, left and right.  
Before removing any accessories, make sure that no food is in the way.When possible, remove the food altogether to reduce the risk of accident\
s.
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CLEaning tHE rEfrigErator
Caring for your Samsung Side-By-Side Refrigerator prolongs the life of y\
our appliance and helps keep it odor and germ-free.   
Cleaning the InteriorClean the inside walls and accessories with a mild detergent and then wipe dry with a soft cloth. You can remove the drawers and shelves for a more thorough cleaning. Just make sure to dry them before putting them back into place.
Cleaning the ExteriorWipe the digital panel and display panel with a clean, soft cloth.Spray water onto the cleaning cloth instead of spraying directlyon the surface of the refrigerator. This helps ensure an evendistribution of moisture to the surface. The doors, handles andcabinet surfaces should be cleaned with a mild detergent andthen wiped dry with a soft cloth. To keep your appliance lookingits best, the exterior should be polished once or twice a year.   
Do not use Benzene, Thinner or Clorox™ for cleaning.They may damage the surface of the appliance and can create a risk of fi\
re.
Cleaning the Soft touch type Home BarUse a damp cloth to clean the ice and water dispenser.
Then wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth.   
Use soft touch type Home Bar as follow-   In the case of opening the Home Bar, it will be opened automatically when you push the upper position of Home Bar until rattling.-  In the case of closing the Home Bar, push the upper position of Home Bar until rattling.
Cleaning the Rubber door sealsIf the rubber door seals are dirty the doors may not closeproperly, and the refrigerator will not operate efficiently. Keep thedoor seals free of grit or grime by cleaning the doors with a milddetergent and damp cloth. Wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth.   
Do not spray the refrigerator with water while it is plugged in, as it may cause an electricshock. Do not clean the refrigerator with benzene, thinner or car deterg\
ent for risk of fire.CAUTION
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Cartridge
Cleaning the Twin Deodorizer (Optional)
To clean the twin deodorizer, remove the cover with a flat blade screwdriver. Remove the deodorizer cartridge from the cover and soak it in clean, warm water for at least 4\
 hours.Then, allow the cartridge to dry completely before replacing it in the h\
older. This can take up to 8hours in a well-ventilated area. For best results, repeat this process o\
nce or twice a year.
Cleaning behind the RefrigeratorTo keep cords and exposed parts free of dust and dirt accumulation, vacu\
um behind theappliance once or twice a year.   
Do not remove the back cover. There can be a risk of electric shock.
If the cartridge dries in a confined (or humid) area, there may be an odor to the cartridge. If this occurs, re-clean and allow to dry in a well-ventilated area.
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CHanging tHE intErior LigHts
Pull the power plug out of the socket before changing the interior light\
 of the refrigerator. - Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock. If you experience diffi\
culty when changing the   light, contact your service center.Replacement bulbs for the fridge and freezer are available at most major\
 retail outlets.Use replacement bulb size E17 Maximum 30 Watts for the Fridge compartmen\
t and sizeE26 Maximum 40 Watts for the Freezer compartment.  
Changing the Interior Lights in the Refrigerator  
UPPER LIGHT  
The number of bulb is differ from the model.
1.  Push the lamp cover in on both sides to disengage the clips.2.  After changing the bulb, reattach the light cover.
LOWER (OPTIOnAL)1.  Remove the lamp cover by pulling out in the direction of the arrows.\
2.  After changing the bulb, reattach the light cover.
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Align the indication mark with lock position
Cover filter
Sticker(month indicator)
Changing the Interior Lights in the Freezer
The freezer light is located in the bottom of the auger motor case.1.  Lift the lamp cover up and pull out with 2 hands in the direction of\
 arrows.2.  Replace the bulb with a new one.3.  Reattach the light cover.
CHanging tHE watEr fiLtEr
The “Filter Indicator” light lets you know when it is time to chan\
ge your water filter cartridge. To give yousome time to get a new filter, the light will come on up just before t\
he capacity of the current filter runs out.Changing the filter on time provides you with the freshest, cleanest w\
ater from your fridge.
1.   Remove the water filter from the box and put a month indicator sticker\
 on the filter as shown.2.   Place a sticker on the filter that dates six months in the future. For\
 example, if you are replacing the water filter in March, put the “SEP” (September) sticker o\
n the filter to remind you to replace in September. Normally filter life is about every 6 months.3.  Next, remove the fixed cap by turning it counter clockwise.4.  Remove the new filter’s protective cap and remove the old fil\
ter.5.  Position and insert the new filter into the filter housing.     
Slowly turn the water filter clockwise 90º to align with the indica\
tion mark on the cover, locking the filter in position. Make sure that the indicator is lined up with \
the “lock” position. Do not over tighten.

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6.    Once you have completed this process, hold the Ice Type button for 3 seconds to reset the filter schedule.7.    Lastly, Dispense 1L of water through water dispenser and throw away. Make sure that water flows clearly again before drinking.   
A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water to briefly \
spurt from the water dispenser. This is due to air getting into the line. It should pose no p\
roblem to operation.
Ordering replacement filtersTo order more water filter cartridges, contact your authorized Samsung\
 dealer.
using tHE Doors
The refrigerator doors are equipped with a door opening and closing feat\
ure that ensures that the doorsclose all the way and are securely sealed.After opening beyond a certain point, the door will “catch” and re\
main open. When the door is ajar ahead ofthe catch that allows it to stay open, it will close automatically.
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the refrigerator does not work at all or it does not chill sufficiently.
•	Check that the power plug is properly connected.•	Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct tempe\
rature? Try setting it to a lower temperature.•	Is the refrigerator in direct sunlight or located too near a heat source\
?•	Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keep\
ing air from circulating?
the food in the fridge is frozen.•	Is the temperature control on the display panel set to the correct tempe\
rature? Try setting it to a warmer temperature.•	Is the temperature in the room very low?•	Did you store the food with a high water content in the coldest part of \
the fridge? Try moving those items into the body of the fridge instead of keeping th\
em in the CoolSelect Zone™ drawer.
you hear unusual noises or sounds.•	Check that the refrigerator is level and stable.•	Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall and therefore keep\
ing air from circulating?•	Was anything dropped behind or under the refrigerator?•	A “ticking” sound is heard from inside the refrigerator. This is n\
ormal and occurs because various accessories are contracting or expanding in relation to \
the temperature of the refrigerator interior.
the front corners and sides of the appliance are hot and condensation is occurring.
•	Some heat is normal as anti-condensators are installed in the front corn\
ers of the refrigerator to prevent condensation.•	Is the refrigerator door ajar? Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for a long time.
ice is not dispensing.•	Did you wait for 12 hours after installation of the water supply line be\
fore making ice?•	Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve open?•	Did you manually stop the ice making function? Make sure Ice Type is set\
 to Cubed or Crushed.•	Is there any ice blocked within the ice storage unit?•	Is the freezer tAemperature too warm? Try setting the freezer temperatur\
e lower.
you can hear water bubbling in the refrigerator.
•	This is normal. The bubbling comes from the refrigerant coolant liquid c\
irculating through the refrigerator.
there is a bad smell in the refrigerator.•	Has a food item spoiled?•	Make sure that strong smelling food (for example, fish) is wrapped s\
o that it is airtight.•	Clean out your freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspec\
t food.
frost forms on the walls of the freezer.•	Is the air vent blocked? Remove any obstructions so air can circulate fr\
eely.•	Allow sufficient space between the foods stored for efficient air ci\
rculation.•	Is the freezer door 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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