Write the model and serial number here:

Model #

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RS275"*

EERATORRS277"*

Serial #

Find these numbers on a label of the

refrigerator'scabinet on the left hand-side wall.

R'S MANUAL I STALLATION

CONTENTS

SAFETYWARNINGSIGNS...............................................................2

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................4

SETTINGUPTHE REFRIGERATOR.........................................................4MAJORFEATURES.....................................................................................4CONTROLPANEL........................................................................................5DIGITAL PANEL...........................................................................................6DEMO MODE...............................................................................................6TEMPERATURECONTROL.......................................................................7ICE and COLDWATERDISPENSER.........................................................7SHELVESand BINS.....................................................................................8FOODSTORAGEGUIDE...........................................................................9CoolSelectZoneTM DrawerGUIDE.............................................................11REMOVINGTHE FREEZERACCESSORIES..........................................13REMOVINGTHE REFRIGERATORACCESSORIES..............................13CLEANINGTHE ACCESSORIES.............................................................14CHANGINGTHE INTERIORLIGHT.........................................................15WATERFILTER..........................................................................................16DOORS.......................................................................................................16

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS................................................17INSTALLATIONOF THE REFRIGERATOR.............................................17REMOVINGTHE REFRIGERATORDOORS...........................................18REATTACHINGTHE REFRIGERATORDOORS......................................21LEVELINGTHE REFRIGERATOR............................................................24ADJUSTINGTHE CLEARANCEBETWEENTHE DOORS....................25CHECKINGTHE WATERDISPENSERLINE...........................................26INSTALLATIONOF THE WATERDISPENSERLINE...............................27TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................30

CONSUMER SUPPORT ....................................................................31WARRANTY...............................................................................................31

In the U.S. for questions about features,operation/performance, parts, accesories or service, call:

1-800-726-7864 (1-800-SAMSUNG)www.samsung.com

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WARNING

Beforeoperatingthe appliance,pleasereadandretainthis manualthoroughlyfor yourreference.Becausethesefollowingoperatinginstructionscovervariousmodels,the characteristicsof your refrigeratormaydifferslightlyfromthosedescribedinthismanual.

The applianceis notintendedfor useby childrenor infirmpersonswithoutadultsupervision.Childrenshouldbe supervisedto ensurethattheydo notplaywiththe appliance.

CAUTION/_NARNINGSUSED OTHER SIGNS USED

Q Represents something you must NOTdo.

Represents something you must NOT(_ disassemble.

Represents something you must NOTtouch.

Represents something you must follow.

Indicates that you must disconnect thepower plug from the socket.

Represents that a ground is needed to pre-vent electric shock.

It is recommended that this should be han-dled by a service center.

Z5WARNING

CAUTION

Indicates that a danger ofdeath or serious injury exists.

Indicates that a risk ofpersonal injury or materialdamage exists.

To prevent injury to users or other persons, please follow the safety warning signs. After readingthis owner's manual, please keep it in a safe place for reference.

_ WARNING SIGNS

Do not plug several appliances intothe same multiplereceptacle.

°Thiscouldcauseoverheatingandthe riskof fire.

Makesure that the power plug is not squashed or dam-aged by the back of the refrigerator.°A damagedpowerplugmaycauseoverheatingandfire.

Do not directly spray water inside or outside the refrig-erator/ freezer.°There is a riskof electricshock.

Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.°There is a riskof explosionor fire.

Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavyarticles on it.

°Thisconstitutesa firehazard.If thepowercord is dam-aged,haveit replacedimmediatelyby themanufactureror itsserviceagent.

Do not insertthe powerplugwithwet hands.°Youmayreceiveanelectricshock.

Do not put a containerfilled with water on the refrigera-tor.

• If spilled,thereis a riskof fire orelectricshock.

Do not install the refrigerator in a damp placeor aplacewhere it may come in contact with water,• Deterioratedinsulationof theelectricalpartsmaycauseelectricshockor fire.

Do not store volatile or flammable substances in the

refrigerator.• The storageof benzene,thinner,alcohol,ether,LP gasandothersuchproductsmaycauseexplosions.

(_ Do not disassembleor repair the refrigerator by yourself.° You run the risk of causing a fire, malfunctionsand/or

personal injury.

Pull the power plug out of the socket before chang-ing the refrigerator's interior light.° Otherwise,there is a riskof electric shock.

if you wish to dispose of the refrigerator, throw it awayby first removing the doors and seals.° Do so ina way that it is not possible for a child to remain

trapped inside.

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• You must ground the refrigerator to prevent any powerleakages or electric shocks caused by current leakagefrom the refrigerator.

O Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other poten-tial lightning rods as ground.

• Improperuseof thegroundplug can resultin a risk ofelectricshock.If it is necessaryto usean extensioncord,useonlya 3-wireextensioncord that hasa 3-bladegroundpluganda 3-slotreceptaclethatwill accepttheplugon theappliance.The marked ratingof the extensioncord shouldbeAC 115V_120V,10A,or more.If a groundingadapterisused,makesurethe receptaclebox is fullygrounded.

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CAUTION SIGNS

Do not overfill the refrigerator with food.• When you open the door, an itemmay fall out and cause

personal injuryor material damage.

Do not put bottles or glass containers in the freezer.• When the contents freeze, the glass may break and

cause personal injury.

if the wall socket is loose, do not insert the powerplug.• There is a risk of electric shock or fire.

Do not disconnect the power cordby pulling on it.• Damageto thecord maycausea short-circuit,fire

and/or electricshock.

• If thepowercord is damaged,itmust be replacedbythe manufacturer,a certifiedserviceagentor qualifiedservicepersonnel.

Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.• Whenyou open orclosethe door, thearticlesmayfall

and causepersonalinjuryand/or materialdamage.

Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientificmaterials and temperature-sensitive products inthe refrigerator.• Productsthat requirestrict temperaturecontrolsmust

notbestoredin the refrigerator.Do not let children hang on the door becauseaserious injury mayoccur.

If you sense pharmaceutical smells or smoke, pulloutthe power plug immediatelyand contact yourSAMSUNGElectronics service center.

Do nottouch the insidewalls of the freezer or

products stored in the freezer with wet hands,• Itmaycausefrostbite.

Do not insertyourhands into the bottom areaunder the appliance.• Any sharpedges maycause personalinjury.

Never putfingers or other objects into thedispenser hole and icechute. It maycause per-sonal injuryor material damage

Be careful not to damage the door switches on theinsidewalls or middle of the refrigerator.• If theyaredamaged,refrigeratordoesnotoperate

well.

DANGER

Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw awayyour old refrigerator or freezer

• Takeoff thedoors

• Leavethe shelves inplacesso that childrenmaynot easilyclimb inside.

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Do not use a wet ordamp clothwhen cleaning theplug. Removeany foreign matter or dust from thepower plugpins.• Otherwisethereis a risk of causinga fire.

• Ifthe refrigeratoris disconnectedfromthe powersupply,youshouldwait for at least five minutesbeforepluggingitback in.

if the refrigerator is not to be used for a longperiod of time, pull out the power plug.• Deteriorationin the insulationmaycausefire.

• The applianceis not intendedfor usebyyoungchil-drenor infirmpersonswithoutsupervision.Youngchildrenshouldbesupervisedto ensurethattheydo notplaywiththeappliance.

• Donot placethe equipmentdirectlyunderthesun-light,etc.

• The appliancemustbepositionedso thatthe plug isaccessibleafter installation.

If thepowercord is damaged,it mustbe replacedby themanufacturer,a certifiedserviceagentor aqualifiedservicepersonnel.

If youhavea longvacationplanned,empty therefrigeratorand turn it off.Wipeexcessmoisturefromthe insideand leavethe doorsopen.Otherwise,odorandmold maydevelop.

Service warranty section• Anychangesor modificationsperformedby a 3rdparty ona finishedproductis notcoveredunderSamsungwarrantyservice

Safety Caution section

• Samsungdoesnotrecommend3rd party modifica-tion, thereforeSamsungis notresponsiblefor safetyissuesthat resultfrom3rd partymodifications.

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Once you have performedthe following steps,your refrigerator should be fully operational. If not, checkthe power supply and electricitysource. If you have any questions,contactyour SAMSUNGservicecenter.

Place the refigerator in an appropriatelocationwith reasonableclearancebetweenthe wall and the refrigerator.(referto installationinstructions in thismanual)

When the refrigerator is plugged in,the interior light should come on whenyou open the doors.

Set the temperature control to the coldesttemperature and wait for an hour.Thefreezershould get slightly chilled andthemotor should runsmoothly.

Once the refrigeratortemperature is suffi-ciently low,you can store food in therefrigerator.After starting the refrigerator,ittakes a few hoursto reach the appropriatetemperature.

Twin Cooling System,,The refrigerator and the freezer have two evaporators. Given this inde-

pendent system, the freezer and the refrigerator are cooled individual-ly and are, therefore, more efficient. Food odor from the refrigeratordoes not affect food in the freezer due to separate air flow circulation.

Multi-Flow SystemCool air circulates through multiple vents on every shelf level.This pro-vides even distribution of cooling inside cabinets to keep your foodfresh longer.

Xtra Space TM

,,Vertical room next to the ice maker in the freezer provides space forpizza etc.

Door AlarmBeeper reminds you that the door is open.

Xtra Fresh TM

Optimized humidity control keeps vegetables & fruits fresh.

CoolSelect Zone TM Drawer (RS277),,User can select Quick Cool, Thaw and Select buttons to quickly

chill, thaw and cool items. Select Soft Freeze, Cool or Chill to controlthe temperature of drawer.

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RS275

Filter Indicator Cubed Crushed Ice off

Hold 3 sec. Child Lockfo_ F Iter Reset) (Hold 3 see,)

Ice Water

RS277"*

Power Cool

FREEZER BUTTON ]Toset thefreezertemperature,pressthebuttonrepeatedlyto changetheset temper-_ature insequencebetween8°F and -14°E

COOLING OFFCoolingoff stopscoolingin boththefreezerandrefrigeratorcompartments,butdoes notshutoffelectricalpowerto the refrigerator.Touse thisfea-ture,press freezeand powerfreezebuttonssimul-taneouslyfor 3 secondsuntil analert sound isheard.Tocancelthis mode,pressthesame buttonsagainfor3 seconds.Eventhoughpoweris turnedoff andthen backon, it remainsinexhibitionmode.

l POWER FREEZE BUTTON JSpeeds up the freezing process in the freezer.

ICE TYPE BUTTONUse this buttonto choose Cubed or Crushed Ice or

Ice off.When this button is pressed for 3 sec., theFilter Resetwill be on.

IFRIDGE BUTTONTo set the fridge temperature, press the buttonrepeatedly to change the set temperature inincrements of 1 F between34°F and 46°E

POWER COOL refrigeratorSpeeds up the cooling process in the

LIGHTING & CHILD LOCK BUTTON

When this button is pressed just one time, the dispenserlight(under the display) will be on constantly. If you wouldlike the dispenser light to come on only when using thedispenser, turn the "Light" feature off.When this button is pressed for 3 sec., the Power Freeze,Power Cool, Freezer Temp. and Fridge Temp. buttons arelocked. The Water and Ice dispensers are not locked andcan still be used. To cancel this function, press Child Lockbutton again.

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RS275"* RS277"*

Freezer indicates the current freezer temperature.Fridge indicates the current refrigerator temperature.Quick Cool, Thaw, and Select show the status of the CoolSelect Zone TM Drawer

@• This indicator turns on when you press the Power Freeze button.

Press this button to quickly return the freezer to its set temperature.• This feature enables you to get ice faster.• Press the button again to cancel the Power Freeze mode.

0 If you use this function, energy consumption will increase.

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Filt_[Sdicator!

• Change filter every 6 months. If indicator is purple, the filter has 1 month left.If indicator is red, quick replacement is strongly recommended.

• When the water filter is replaced, reset the indicator by pressing the Ice Typebutton for 3 seconds.

• To turn this indicator off, press the Ice Type and Child Lock buttons simultane-ously and hold for 5 seconds.

/kCAUTION

ca.celir,g ExhibitionModeIncase of Exhibition M0de;!t seems working but doesnt make co01 aiil To cancel this mode,

press Power Freeze and Freezer buttons at the same time for 3 seconds until a Ding-Dong!sounds off.

Freezer

• The freezer temperaturecan be set between8°F and -14°E

• Pressthe Freezer. button repeatedly untilthe desiredset temperature is shown inthe temperature display.

• The temperature displaychanges in sequencebetween8°F and -14°RWhen the displayreaches 8°F,and if the button is pressedagain, it returnsto -14°E

• After five seconds, the display revertsto the actualfreezer temperature.The unit will then workto adjust tothe new desiredtemperature.

Refrigerator

• The refrigeratortemperature can be set between46°F and 34°E

• Pressthe Fridge.button repeatedlyuntil the desiredtemperature is shown inthe temperature display.

• The temperature displaychanges in sequence andreverts in the same way as the freezer.

/kWARNING

• when iCecream is stOiedab0ve 4°F in freezei, it may melt!e The temperature Ofthefreezer or the refiigerator risesfrom frequent Openingsand from warmfood.This may causethe d!gital displayto blinkiThe digital displayWillstopblinking when the freezerand refrigeratorreturnto normal temperature.

if the temperaturecontrol does notresetthe temp,unplugthe refrigerator,wait 9 rain,then plug it back in.

Press the ice Type button to select the typeof ice:

®Cubedice _i _ _ _' _'_' ' For Cubed ice

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• Crushedice _ :_ _ _For Crushed ice

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• Noice _ _ _ lj, No iceJl\

For ice off

(_= If the Ice remains inthe ice bucketcubed ice is Obtained, Ice stays in Cube

NOTE form and is crushed when the Crushed

ice button is presse& ....

Push the ice dispenser lever with a cup.

• Place a cup in line with the dispenser to preventice from jumping out.

(_ To avoid injury, never put fingers orany other Objects in the dispenserNOTEopening.

Water DispenserThe capacity of the water tank is approximately0.3gal.

Cold Water

• Push the water dispenser lever with a cup.

• If you have just installed the refrigerator orinstalled a new' water filter, throw away the firstsix glassfuls of water or until water flows cleanlyto flush out impurities in the water supply sys-tem.

CAUTION

If you won't use the water or ice dispensersfor a long period, close the water valve andshut off the water Supply to the refrigerator.Otherwise, Water may leak:

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Freezer

Xtra SpaceTM '

Door Bin

Ice Maker

Light

Ice Chute

Glass Shelf

Light Switch

Door Bin for RS275 .(Tilt Pocket for RS277)

Plastic Drawers- EFront Leg Cover --

Refrigerator

Water Filter Compartment

Light (upper)

Spill-proof glass Shelf

Light SwitchFoldable Shelf

(RS277)

Egg Container

CoolSelect ZoneTM Drawer for RS277(Chilled bin for RS275)

Vegetable & Fruit Drawers

-- Dairy Compartment

--Wine Shelf (RS277)

. Gallon Door Bin

Lights (lower)(RS277)

w Door Bin Top Lips

Gallon Door Bins

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FROZEN FOOD STORAGE iN FREEZER

ice chute

hands °[ any °the rUnsuitableas this may result inpersonal injuryor maydamagethe part.

WARNING

Door Bin (Tilt Pocket, RS277"*)

• Can be used for small packages of frozen food.

Xtra SpaceTM

• Can be used for frozenfoods such as pizza, pasta, burritos,and fajitas.

• In order to preventodor penetrationto the ice, storedfoodshould be wrapped securely.

Tempered Glass Shelf

• Can be used to store all types of frozen food.

Plastic Drawer• Can be used to store meats and dry foods. Storedfood should be

wrapped securely usingfoil or other suitablewrapping materialsor containers.

CHILLED FOOD STORAGE iN REFRIGERATOR

Wine Shelf (RS277"*)

• Placeyour wine bottles on the shelf to maintain their taste.

Tempered Spill Proof Glass Shelf

• Can be used to store all types of chilled food.• Safe and break resistant.

• Circular marks on the glass surface are a normal phenomenon.

.....EggContainer• Put eggs in the container and placethem on the shelf.

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Chilled Bin or CoolSelect ZoneTM Drawer• Helpsto preservethe taste of food and prolongs its freshness.Use

to store cheese, meat, poultry,fish or any other food.

Fruit & Vegetable Drawer (Upper and Lower)• Is usedto storefruits and vegetables.• This drawer is airtight. Optimized humiditycontrol design helps to

preservethe freshness of the stored vegetablesand fruits.

Dairy Compartment

• Can be used to store butteror margarine.

_i3...........Gallon Door Bins

• Can be used to store foods in packages,such as milk and yogurt.

WARNING

. tf you have a long vacation planned, empty the refrigerate[ and turn kOff Wipe excess moistuiefrom the inside and leave the doors open: Otherwise, odor and mold may develop.

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RS277"*

"Quick Cool" Button

• Youcan use the Quick Cool feature with the CoolSelect ZoneTM.

• "Quick Cool" allows 1-3 canned beveragesto cool within 60 min.

• To cancel this option, pressthe "QuickCool" button again.CoolSelectZoneTM returnsto the previoustemperature.

• When "QuickCool" ends, it returnsto the "Cool" temperature set-ting.

DePending on the beverage& the c0olidowntime mayvary,

O ....When the Qu!ckCool 0pt!on _sselected, removefood stored m theCoolSebct Zone TM Drawer that you do not want to cool.

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"Thaw" Button

• After "Thaw" is selected,warm and cold air is alternately suppliedinto the CoolSelectZoneTM Drawer.

• Dependingon the weight of the meat, thawing time can be selectedfor 4 hrs,6 hrs, 10 hrs, or 12 hrs,keeping the meat partially frozen.

• When "ThaW'ends, the CoolSelect ZoneTM displayreturnsto "chill"condition.

• When "Thaw" ends, meats are in a half-frozenstate so it is easyto cut them for cooking.

• To cancel this option, pressany buttonother than the "ThaW'button.

• The approximatethawingtimes of meat andfish are shown below.(Based on linch thickness)

Cool

_ _,, Soft

<::,I FreezeChill

CooI

_SeRect

Thaw Time

Weight

4 hours

0.8 Ib

6 hours 10 hours 12 hours

1.3Ib 1.7Ib 2.2 Ib

DePending Onthe size and thickness of the meat and fish, the thawingtime mayVary.TMThe above chart representsthe totalweight of foodin the CoolSelectZone Draweri ..........

Ex)The total thawingtime for 1,3 Ibfrozen beef and 0:8 Ib frozenchicken wi!! be!0 hours.

(_ When the ,!Thaw,!optionis selected, be sure to remove food stored inthe CoolSebct Zone_MDrawerNOTE that you do not want to thaw.

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"Select" Button

Soft Freeze

• When "Soft Freeze"is selected, the temperature on thedigital panel displays23°F(-5°C)all the time as soon as,regardlessof the set temperature of the refrigerator.

• "Soft Freeze"temperature helps keep meat and fishfresh for longer.

Chill

• When "Chill" is selected, the temperature of the CoolSe-lectZoneTM Drawer is keptat 30°F(-1°C),regardlessofthe set refrigerator temperature.

• "Chill" temperature helps keep meat or fish fresh forlonger.

Cool

• When "Cool" is selected, the temperature will be thesame as the set temperature of the refrigerator.The digi-tal panel shows the same temperatureas that of theControlpanel.

• The CoolSelect ZoneTM Drawerallows extrarefrigeratorspace.

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GlassShelf• Pulltheshelfoutasfaras

itgoes.Thenliftitandremoveit.

iceMakerBucket• Removethebucketbyliftingandpullingout.

Door Bin

• Hold the door bin with bothhands and then lift it.

Plastic Drawer

• Removethe drawer bypulling it out and lifting itslightly.

Front Leg Cover• Open the freezer and refriger-

ator doors, removethreescrews and detach the cover.

• To reassemblethe front legcover, put it back to originalposition and tightenthe three screws.

oDo not use excessiveforce whenremoving the coverl It may Causean

NOTE injury.

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NOTE

Spill Proof Glass Shelf

• Pull the shelf out to full extension.Then lift it and gently removeit.

Vegetable & Fruit Drawer

• Removethe drawer by holdingthe handle, pullingthe drawer out and lifting it smoothly.• Removethe optimized humidity controlcover by pulling it towards you.

Gallon Door Bin

• Hold the bin with both hands and remove it by lifting it.

Wine Shelf (RS277"*)

• It is attached to the cabinetwall.To removethe wine shelf, lift it in the directionof the arrow as shown.

• Simply takethe shelf out of the tabs.

Foldable Shelf (RS277"*)

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Hold the front side of the • Rotate the shelf upward and • When you want to use the Fullshelf, lift the bottom, and push it to the back. shelf, hold the front side of thepush it to the back. shelf and pull it forward to the

original position.

e It is sometimes difficult tO pull down the foldable shelf depending on the position of the upper shelf.Use the space between the foldable shelf and the wall of the refrigerator, hold the sided the shelfand rotate it to the original Position.

Before removing the freezer and refrigerator accessories, please move the stored food&

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Interior• Cleantheaccessorieswithamilddetergent,thenwipeoutwithadrycloth.• Afterwashingtheaccessories,makesurethattheyaredrybeforeusingthemagain.

Exterior• Wipethedigitalpanelanddisplaypanelwithacleancloth.• Cleanthesurfaceofdoors,handlesandcabinetwithamilddetergentandsoftcloth,thenwipeoffthesurfacewithadrycloth.- Do not use Benzene,Thinner or CloroxTM for cleaning- Do not spraywater directly on the surface of the refrigeratorwhile cleaning.

eThe exteriorpart of the refrigeratorshould be polished once or twice a year.

Rear• Use avacuum cleanerto removedust once or twice a year.

Z_ , DOnot removethe coversinCethere isa risk of electric shoCk:

WARNING

Ice and water dispenser• Use a damp cloth to clean the ice and water dispenser.Then wipe it out with a dry cloth.eTo keep drainagegrid dry, do not touch the ice and water dispenser.

Rubber door seals• If the rubber door seals are dirty,the door will not close properly.The refrigeratorwill not

function efficiently.Cleanthe doors with a mild detergentand damp cloth.Then wipe with adry cloth.

• DO not spray the refrigerator with Waterl It may Cause a serious electric Shock

WARNING o Donot clean it with benzene; thinner or car detergent, There is a danger Of fire:

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WARNING

Before changing the interior light, unplug the refrigeratorfrom the power supply. If youhave difficulty changing the light, contact your service center. ...........

INTERIOR LIGHT iN THE REFRIGERATOR.

Upper

Place a flat screwdriverunderthe light cover hooksand pushin the directionof the arrow.

Pull the cover in the direc-tion of the arrow.

After changing the bulb,replace the light cover.

(_ Replacement bulbs for b0th freezer and fridge are available fi0m your ioca! home imprOVement orNOTE electronics store: Use replacement bulb size E26, maximum 40 watts.

Lower (RS277"*)

i'i_ Place a flat screwdriver under Change the bulb with a new............the light cover hooks and push _ one.

in the direction of the arrow.

After changing the bulb,replace the light cover.

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NOTEReplacement bulbs !or both freezer and fridge are available from your local home improvement orelectronics store: Use replacement bulb size E17, maximum 30 watts.

INTERIOR LIGHT IN THE FREEZER.

The freezer light is located in the bottom of the auger motor case.

Use a screwdriver(+)to _ Change the bulb with a new ....removethe screw ((_). one (@)

Reattach the light cover

RePlacement bu!b s f0i both freezei and fridge are available from youi local home impi0Vementor electr0nics store: use replacement bulb size E26; maximum 40 wattsl

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The water "Filter Indicator" light, "Filter Indicato¢' light lets you know when it is time to change your water filter cartridge. The light

will change from green to orange. This tells you that it is almost time to change the current cartridge.We recommend that you replace the cartridge when the light changes to red.

(see "Install the water filter" section for more information)

, When you install the water filter, throw away the first six glassfulls of water filter, or until water flowsclearly to flush impurities in the water supply system.

Using the dispenser without the water filter, You can not use the water and ice dispenser without a water filter cartridge because the water line

blocks the water supply.

Ordering Replacement Water Filter• For replacement waster filter you can visit your local home center or contact the Samsung Parts distributor.

blocks the water filter has the SAMSUNG logo on the box and the water filter.

Link : ht_ttp://www.samsungparts.com

The refrigerator doors have a special door opening and closing feature to make sure that they close allthe way and are securely sealed.

When opening the door, it will only open to 135°. After reaching a certain point, it will remain open.

When the door is partially open, it will close automatically.

The refrigerator should be properly installed & leveled.

When moving your refrigerator

To prevent floor damage be sure the front leveling legs are inthe up position (above the floor).Refer to 'Leveling the refrigerator' in the manual(at page 24)

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SCREWDRIVER(-)

CONTROLLEVER

CAUTION

When installing, serv_c!ng, or cleaningbehind the refrigerator, be sure to pullthe unit straight out and push back instraight after finishing. Alsoi makesure your floor supports th e full,loadrefrigerator. Otherwise, it may cause ....floor damage. ~41

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Checking the Dimensions of your Entrance Door

Check the dimensions of your entrance door to determinewhether the refrigeratorcan pass through it.

Dimension

(inches)

Model

Capacity (Cu. Ft)Width

Case Height

Depth

without Hinge

with Hingewith door

without door

RS275 / RS277

26 1/2

35 7/868 1/2

70

33 13/16

30 1/2

Selecting the Location for the Refrigerator

Select a location with easy access to the water supply.Select a location with enough space for the refrigerator.Select a location which is not exposed to sunlight.Select a location with level floor.

, Before disassembling the freezer door, the water SUpply line needs tobe disconneCted.

(if not, the Water Supply line can be damaged.),, See"Separating the water supply line from the refrigerator' onthe next page.

NOTE

Allowsufficientspace to circulate the air in the internalcooling system.

• If the refrigeratordoes not have enoughspace, the internalcooling systemmay not workcorrectly.

• Allowclearance to the right, left;back and the top when installingtherefrigerator.This has the advantageof reducing power consumptionl

, Do not install the refrigeratorwhere the temperature will go below ....

50_F(10_C),0.1inch

2inches _

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How to assemble the separable door handle

1 - Makesurethe"UP"markontherearofthehandleisfacingrightsideup.

- MatchtheupperandlowerHandleLockingTabsonthedoorstothehandles.

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Fix the handles to the doors

by slidingthem downfirmly.- Checkthe installationof the handles

by pullingthem.- If the handlesare insertedproperly,they should not move.

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Removing the Front Leg Cover

Open the freezer and refrigerator doors, and then take off the Front Leg Cover by turning thethree screws counter-clockwise.

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FRONT LEG COVER

Separating the Water Supply Line from the Refrigerator

Remove the water tube by pressing the coupler (@)and pulling the water tube (d_)away.

Donor cut the water tube: Separate it from the ceuplerlNOTE

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' Liftthedooistraightup:NOTE ,Be careful not to pinch the water tubing and wire harnesson the door.

Placethe doors on a piotected surfacei

Removing the Freezer Door

1) With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover (dP)using a screwdriver, and then disconnect

the wires (@).

2) Remove the hinge screws (®) and ground screw (®) counter-clockwise, and take off the upper hinge (®)

in the direction of the arrow (®). Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does not fall on you.

3) Remove the door from the lower hinge (@) by

carefully lifting the door (®).

4) Remove the lower hinge (®) from the lower hinge

bracket (®) by lifting the lower hinge (@) in thedirection of the arrow.

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Removing the Refrigerator Door

1) With the door closed, remove the upper hinge cover (_) using a screwdriver

2) Remove the hinge screws (@) and the ground screw ((_) counter-clockwise, and take off the upper

hinge (@) in the direction of the arrow (@). Be careful when removing the door to ensure that it does

not fall on you.

3) Remove the door from the lower hinge (®) by

lifting the door (_t_).

4) Remove the lower hinge (®) from the bracket

(_) by lifting the lower hinge (®)

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Reattaching the Freezer Door

1) Insert the lower hinge (_) in the lower hinge

bracket (@).

2) Reattach the freezer door by inserting the hose

(@) in the lower side of the door into the hole in

the lower hinge (@)and pulling the hose down.

3) Insert the upper hinge shaft (@)into the hole (®). After leveling between the upper hinge hole (@)and

the hole of the cabinet (®). Put the hinge screws (@)and the ground screw (@) back by turning thescrews in the clockwise direction.

4) Connect the wires. 5) Put the front part of the upper hinge cover (@) on

the front part of the upper hinge (@) and reattach

the front part of the upper hinge cover first.

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Reattaching the Refrigerator Door

1) Insert the lower hinge (d)) in the lower hinge

bracket((@).

2) Align the hole in the refrigerator door (®) with

the lower hinge (@).

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3) Insert the upper hinge shaft (®) into the hole (®). After aligning the upper hinge hole (®) with the holeof the cabinet (®),put the hinge screws (®) and the ground screw (®) back by turning the screws in theclockwise direction.

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4) Connect the wires. 5) Put the front part of the upper hinge cover (@) on

the front part of the upper hinge (@) and reattach

it from the front part of the upper hinge coverfirst.

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Reattaching the Water Supply Line

While pressing the front face of the coupler (@), insert the water line (d_) in the coupler.

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Push the "A" collar to the %" body and hold.

Thenpull tubefrom theconnector. NOTEJ

Tube must befully inserted to themarked line to avoid leaks.

Reattaching the Front Leg Cover

NOTE

Put on the Front Leg Cover cover by turning the three screws clockwise, as shown in the figure.

Beforeattaching Checkwater €0nnect0r,be sure t0 check for leakage:

: : ONT LEG COVER

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Make sure the refrigerator is level before adjusting its doors.

The doors will be uneven if the refrigerator is not level.

The fr0nt of the refrigerat0r is adjustable:NOTE

Case 1) Freezer door is lower than Insert a flat-blade screwdriver (-) (d_) into a slot of

the refrigerator door the control lever (@), turn it clockwise and level therefrigerator.

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SCREWDRIVER(-)

Case 2) Freezer door is higher than

the refrigerator doorInsert a flat-blade screwdriver (-) ((b) into a slot of

the control lever (@), turn it clockwise and level

the refrigerator.

C2NOTE

@ CONTROL LEVER

Donor make small adjustments with the control lever, Please refer to the next page4

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(_= LeveltherefrigeratorfirSt.NOTE

Making small adjustments between doors.If the door of the freezer is lower than that of therefrigerator.f

Adjustment part

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Please open the doors and adjust them as follows:

If the door of freezer is higher than that of therefrigerator.f-

1) Releasethe nut (alP)on the lower hinge until it reachesthe upper end of the bolt (@).

@NOTE

Adjustment part j

When you release the nut (@), Use encloSed hex Wrench (®) to turn the b01t(@)in a Slightlycounterclockwise directionl This will enable you to loosen the nut(C)with y0ur finger&

,;, WRENCH ,_J',WRENCH

'!' NUT ,_:,BOLT,'_:,NUT ,_,_:,BOLT',.. J

2) Please adjust the height differencebetweenthe doors by turning the bolt (_2))clockwise( _ ) or counter

clockwise ( _ ).

when You turn cloCkwise (_); door goes Up:NOTE

,_J',WRENCH ,_J',WRENCH

,_,NUT

,_:,BOLT ,!, NUT ,_._:,BOLT\ J

g) After adjusting the doors, turn the nut clockwise ( _ ) until it reaches the lower end of the bolt, then

tighten the bolt again with the wrench (®) to fix the nut(d)).f --,

,;, WRENCH ,;, WRENCH

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,_,NUT

,'-_:,BOLT ,_.1,BOLT i

Ifyou donot fix the nut (@)firmly, the bolt (@)may be released.

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1 Fortheicemakertooperateproperly,waterpressureof20~125psi isrequired.Inthisrange,a 170cc(5.74ounces)papercupcanbefilledin10secs.

2)Thewaterfilterremovesforeignparticles.Itdoesnotsterilizeordestroyanymicro-organisms.

3)If therefrigeratorisinstalledinanareawithlowwaterpressure(below20psi),youshouldinstallaboosterpumptocompensate.

4) Ensurethewaterstoragetankinsidetherefrigeratorisproperlyfilledinitially.Pushthewaterdis-penserleveruntilthewaterrunsfromtheoutlet.

(_ A Waterline installationkitisavailableatextracostfromYoUrdealerTherefrigeratorNOTE manufacturerrecommendsthatyouuseawatersupplykitcontainingcoppertubing.

_ Checking the Parts

/_- Basic parts

Water FilterWrench

F Optional parts

I_-- Tapping screw x12EA _---Clamp x 12EA

-- Water pipe

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_ Connecting to water supply line

- Shut off the main water supply line and turn the Icemaker to the off position.

- Locate the nearest cold drinking water line.

- Follow the instructions in the ice maker installation kit.

1. Cold Water line

2. Pipe Clamp.

&Copper (or Plastic) line

4.Compression Nut

5.Compression Sleeve

6.Shut Off Valve

7.Packing Nut.

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_ Connect the water line to the refrigerator.

1) Slip the compression nut through the providedplastic tubing.

2) Tighten the compression nut onto the 1/4"compression fitting.

(_F Do notovertighten the compressionnuLNOTE

, Using Copper Tubing- Slip the compression nut and ferrule oncopper tubing as shown.

, Using Plastic Tubing- Insert the molded end of the plastic tubing

into the compression fitting.

3) Tighten the compression nut onto the com-pression fitting.

4) Turn water on and check for any leakage.

C_NOTE

Ferrule(Not

Refrigerator ]

,,°'TT'-._._.__ CompressionNut(1/4")

\ (Provided)

l_-----,-- CompressionFitting_¢ i (Provided)

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0ressionNut(1/#')(NotProvided)

PlasticTubingCo (NotProvided)(NotProvided)

I Household Water Line I

Waterline must be connected to drinkable water Only.Cut off 1/4 inch of the provided plastic tubing squarely to prevent leaks when reconnecting.

_ Check the water supply line

Connect the water pipe with coupler and tap.

- Close the main water tap.

- Connect coupler "A" to the tap.

- Every joint should be protected with sealing tape.

If the coupler does not fit on the current tap; go tothe nearest authorised Service dealer and purchasethe right couplers fittings:

The water line must be connect-ed to the cold water pipe. I

If it is connected to the hot Iwater pipe, it may. cause the puri- I

tier to malfunction. I

COUPLER "A"

TAP

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Connect the water line to the refrigerator.

- Remove the compressor cover of the refrigerator. WATER

- Connect the water line to the valve, as shown in the figure.

- When connected, check if there is any leakage.

If any, re-seal the connection.

- Reattach the compressor cover of the refrigerator.

CONNECTION NUT

COMPRESSOR COVEROF REFRIGERATOR

Secure the water line.

- Using clip "A", fix the water line to the wall or the back of refrigerator.- When the water line is secure, make sure that the

water line is not excessively bent, pinched or squashed.

Complete the installation of the water supply line.

- Power on the refrigerator and press the lever on the right of the dispenser until waterruns out through the water line and all air has been cleared from the water line.

- At this time, check for any possible leakages at the joints in the water line.After securing the water line, move the refrigerator to the required location.Once the refrigerator is in position, do not move it if possible..

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Install the water filter.

1) Remove the fixed cap (A) as shown, the fixed cap can be separatedfrom the Water Filter Compartment by rotating it counterclockwise.Remove the water filter from the box and put a month indicator

sticker on the filter as shown. _{

([_ Keep the cap(A)in a safe place for the future (to put itNOTE back in place when you don t need to use the filter)i

2) If the water filter was installed in March, put on the "SEP" sticker.3) Remove the Red protective cap from the filter, then position and

insert the filter as shown.(A)_

4) Slowly turn the water filter clockwise 90° to alignthe indication mark on the cover, locking the filter inposition, Do not overtighten.

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STICKER(MONTH INDICATION)

"__ COVER FILTER

| MARK

_ _! ' _Q','WITH LOCK POSITION.

1" --_-" . ALIGNTHE INDICATION

([_ please check that the indication line aligns With the lockpositionNOTE

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Removeanyresidualmatterinsidethewatersupplylineafterinstallingthefilter.

1) Turn on the main water supply & shut-off the valve of thewater supply line.

2) Run water through the dispenser until the water runs clear

(6-7 minutes). This will clean the water supply system andclear air from the lines.

3) Additional flushing may be required in some households.

4) Open the refrigerator door and check if water leaks aroundthe water filter.

ICEm --WATER

([[_ • A new!yqnstalled Watei filter Carti!dge may cause Water to briefly spurt from the dispenserlNOTE ,Before reinstalling the water filter, remove the wine Shelf (RS277).

Check the amount of water supplied to the ice tray.

1) Lift ((ih)and pull out (@) the ice maker bucket in the freezer.

2) When you press the test button, the ice cube container is

filled with water from the water supply tap.

Check the amount of water (see the illustration below).If the water level is too low, the ice cubes will be small.

This is not a problem with the ice maker but of the water pres-

sure in the pipe, and occurs frequently.

When this problem occurs, contact a

service person to check the amount of

water supplied.

3) In case ice doesn't come out, pull out

the ice bucket and press test buttonlocated on the bottom of ice maker.

ICE MAKER

CHECK THE WATER LEVEL

TEST BUTTON

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The refrigerator does not work at all or it does notchill sufficiently• Check that the power plug is properly connected.

• Is the temperature control on the display panel set tothe correct temperature? Try setting it to a lower tem-perature.

• Is the refrigerator exposed to direct sunlight or locat-ed near a heat source?

• Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall?

The food in the refrigerator is frozen• Is the temperature control on the display panel set to

the correct temperature? Try setting it to a warmertemperature.

• Is the temperature in the room too low?

• Did you store food with a high water content in thecoldest part of the refrigerator?

You hear unusual noise or sounds• Check that the floor is leveled and stable.

• Is the back of the refrigerator too close to the wall?

• Was anything dropped behind or under the refrigera-tor?

• A "ticking" sound may be heard from inside the refrig-erator, this is normal.This occurs because variousaccessories are contracted or expanded.

The front corners and sides of the cabinet are hot;condensation occurs.• Anti-condensators are installed in the front corners of

the refrigerator to prevent condensation.

• Condensation can occur when you leave the dooropen for a long time.

Ice is not dispensed

• Did you stop the ice making function?

• Is there any ice in the ice storage unit?• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve

open?

• Is the freezer temperature too warm?(Set the temperature lower)

• Did you wait for 12 hours after installing the watersupply line before making ice?

You can hear water bubbling in the refrigerator

• The bubbling comes from the refrigerant circulating inthe refrigerator and is normal.

There is a bad smell in the refrigerator• Wrap strong smelling food so that it is airtight.

Throw away any rotten food.

Frost forms on the walls of the freezer• Is the air vent blocked?

• Allow sufficient space between the foods stored forefficient air circulation.

• Is the door closed properly?

No water is supplied

• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valveopen?

• Is the water supply line crushed?

• Is the water tank frozen because the refrigerator tem-perature is too low? Select a warmer setting on thedisplay panel.

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SAMSUNG REFRIGERATOR

(18 Cubic Feet and Larger Capacity)

This SAMSUNG brand product, as suppliedand distributedby Samsung ElectronicsAmerica, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new,in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser,is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturingdefects in materialsand workmanshipfor a limitedwarranty period of:

One (1)Year Partsand Labor on RefrigeratorFive (5) Years Parts and Labor on Sealed RefrigerationSystem Only*

(*Compressor,evaporator,condenser,drier,connecting tubing)

This limitedwarranty begins on the original date of purchase,and is valid only on products purchased and used in the UnitedStates. To receive warranty service,the purchasermust contact SAMSUNG for problemdeterminationand service procedures.Warrantyservice can only beperformed by a SAMSUNG authorizedservice center. The original dated bill of sale must bepresented upon requestas proofof purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG'sauthorized servicecenter.

SAMSUNG will repairor replaceany part found to be defective,at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein,with new orreconditionedparts during the limitedwarranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property ofSAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG. Replacementparts and products assumethe remainingoriginal warranty,orninety (90) days,whichever is longer.

In-home servicewill be provided during the warranty labor period subjectto availabilitywithin the contiguous United States. In-home service is notavailable in allareas. To receive in-homeservice, the product must be unobstructedand accessiblefrom floorlevelto service personnel. If during in-home service repaircannot be completed, it may be necessary to remove, repairand returnthe product. If in-home service is unavailable,SAMSUNG may elect,at our option, to providefor transportationof our choicetoand from a SAMSUNGauthorized service center. Otherwise,transportationto and from the SAMSUNG authorized servicecenteris the responsibilityof the purchaser.

This limitedwarranty covers manufacturingdefects in materialsand workmanshipencounteredin normal, noncommercialuse ofthis product, and shall notapply to the following,including, butnot limited to:damagewhich occurs in shipment;delivery andinstallation;applicationsand uses for which this product was not intended;altered productor serial numbers;cosmetic damage orexteriorfinish;accidents,abuse,neglect, fire,water, lightning or other acts of nature;use of products,equipment, systems, utilities,services, parts,supplies, accessories,applications,installations,repairs, external plumbingand leaks, externalwiring, circuitbreakers,fuses or connectorsnot supplied and authorized by SAMSUNG, or which damage this product or result in serviceproblems; incorrectelectrical line voltage, fluctuationsand surges;customer adjustmentsand failure to follow operatinginstructions,cleaning,maintenance and environmental instructionsthat are covered and prescribed in the instructionbook; loss of food due tospoilage;consumable itemsincluding filtersand light bulbs.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESSWARRANTIESOTHERTHAN THOSE LISTEDAND DESCRIBEDABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIESWHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,INCLUDING, BUT NOTLIMITEDTO, ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITYOR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE, SHALLAPPLY AFTERTHE EXPRESSWARRANTYPERIODS STATEDABOVE,AND NO OTHEREXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTYGIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM ORCORPORATIONWITH RESPECTTO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDINGON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL NOTBELIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS,FAILURETO REALIZE SAVINGSOR OTHERBENEFITS,OR ANY OTHERSPECIAL, INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGESCAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITYTO USETHISPRODUCT,REGARDLESS OFTHE LEGALTHEORY ON WHICHTHE CLAIM IS BASED,AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEENADVISEDOF THE POSSIBILITYOF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERYOF ANY KIND AGAINSTSAMSUNG BEGREATERIN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASEPRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSINGTHEALLEGED DAMAGE.WITHOUT LIMITINGTHE FOREGOING, PURCHASERASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS,DAMAGE OR INJURYTO PURCHASERAND PURCHASER'SPROPERTYANDTO OTHERS ANDTHEIR PROPERTYARISINGOUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITYTO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOTCAUSED DIRECTLYBY THE NEGLIGENCEOF SAMSUNG. THIS LIMITEDWARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTENDTO ANYONE OTHERTHAN THEORIGINAL PURCHASEROF THIS PRODUCT,IS NONTRANSFERABLEAND STATESYOUR EXCLUSIVEREMEDY.

Some statesdo notallow limitationson how long an impliedwarranty lasts, or the exclusionor limitationof incidentalorconsequentialdamages,so the above limitationsor exclusionsmay not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you mayalso have other rights, which vary from stateto state.

Toobtain warranty service, please contact SAMSUNGat:

SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER

Samsung Electronics America,inc.105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660-0511

1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)and www.SAMSUNG.eom061002

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If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products,please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre.

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511

1-800-SAM SUNG (1-800-726-7864)

www.samsung.com