Samsung RS261MD Series User Manual

RS26TKA**, RS26TDA**
SIDE BY SIDE
BASIC : RS261MD**
MODEL NAME : RS26TKA**
RS26TDA**
REFRIGERATOR
REFRIGERATOR CONTENTS
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1. PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS) ···············4
2. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ······································7
3. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY ················ 19
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ··················································· 34
5 . EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ······················ 57
6. WIRING DIAGRAM ··························································· 71
7. PCB DIAGRAM ····································································· 72
8. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM ················································· 74
9. REFERENCE INFORMATION ··································· 76

Samsung RS261MD Series Specifications

General

Total Capacity	25.5 cu. ft.
Refrigerator Capacity	16.5 cu. ft.
Freezer Capacity	9.0 cu. ft.
Cooling System	Twin Cooling Plus
Ice Maker	Yes
Water Dispenser	Yes
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Type	Side by Side
Color	Stainless Steel
Width	35 3/4 inches

Summary

1. PRECAUTIONS(SAFETY WARNINGS)

CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS DISPLAYED

Explains symbols for warnings and cautions, detailing their significance.

SYMBOLS

Defines various warning and safety symbols used within the manual.

Warning & Caution

Provides essential safety notices for appliance handling during installation, servicing, and repair.

Warning & Caution

Details important safety warnings and precautions to prevent injury and damage.

2. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

2-1) INTRODUCTION OF MAIN FUNCTION

Introduces the main functions and key features of the refrigerator.

2-2) Model Specifications

Details the key features and specifications of the refrigerator models.

2-2) Specifications

Lists electrical, performance, and refrigeration system specifications for the models.

2-3) INTERIOR VIEWS

Illustrates and labels the internal components and compartments of the refrigerator.

2-4) MODEL SPECIFICATION & COMPARISON CHART

Presents a comparative chart of model specifications, including capacity and dimensions.

2-5) Dimensions of Refrigerator (Inches)

Provides detailed dimensional drawings of the refrigerator in inches.

2-6) OPTIONAL MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

Lists specifications for optional materials used in the appliance.

2-7) REFRIGERANT ROUTE IN REFRIGERATION CYCLE

Illustrates the path of the refrigerant through the refrigeration system.

2-8) COOLING AIR CIRCULATION

Explains the airflow path for cooling within the refrigerator.

3. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

3-1) CAUTION ON DISASSEMBLY

Provides crucial safety precautions and warnings before disassembling the appliance.

3-2) Freezer Door

Step-by-step guide for disassembling the freezer door, including covers and hinges.

3-3) REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Instructions for disassembling the refrigerator door, covering upper and lower hinge removal.

3-4) Freezer Door

Details the process for removing the control panel from the freezer door.

3-5) DOOR GASKET

Explains how to remove the door gasket from the refrigerator liner.

3-6) DOOR HANDLE

Demonstrates the procedure for removing the door handle.

3-7) TEMPERED GLASS SHELF

Illustrates how to remove the tempered glass shelves from the refrigerator.

3-8) PLASTIC DRAWERS IN REFRIGERATOR

Shows how to remove the plastic drawers from the refrigerator compartment.

3-9) GALLON DOOR BIN

Explains how to remove the gallon door bins from the refrigerator door.

3-10) DRAWERS OF REFRIGERATOR

Details the removal process for the water filter.

3-11) WATER FILTER TANK OF REFRIGERATOR

Step-by-step guide for removing the water filter tank from the refrigerator.

3-12) DAMPER OF REFRIGERATOR

Instructions for disassembling the damper assembly in the refrigerator.

3-13) DOOR BIN OF FREEZER

Illustrates how to remove the door bins from the freezer compartment.

3-14) Ice Maker Compartment

Guides the disassembly of the ice maker compartment components.

3-15) PLASTIC (WIRE DRAWER IN FREEZER)

Shows how to remove the plastic wire drawers from the freezer.

3-16) FREEZER SHELF

Demonstrates the removal of freezer shelves.

3-17) ICE DISPENSER & ICE MAKER

Explains how to remove the ice dispenser and ice maker assembly.

3-18) ICE MAKER KIT

Details the steps to remove the ice maker kit.

3-19) EVAPORATOR COVER IN FREEZER

Instructions for removing the evaporator cover in the freezer.

3-20) UPPER DUCT

Guides the removal of the upper duct assembly.

3-21) EVAPORATOR IN FREEZER

Explains how to disassemble the evaporator located in the freezer.

3-22) AMBIENT THERMISTOR

Shows how to access and remove the ambient thermistor.

3-23) MACHINE COMPARTMENT

Details the disassembly of components within the machine compartment, including the motor fan.

4. TROUBLESHOOTING

4-1) FORCED OPERATION FUNCTION

Explains how to use and cancel the forced operation modes for the refrigerator.

4-2) Sound function

Describes the various audible alerts and sounds the refrigerator produces.

4-3) Communication Error Display Function

Explains error messages related to communication between MICOMs.

4-4) Cooling Off Function(US Model Only)

Details the function and operation of the Cooling Off mode for US models.

4-5) Exhibition Mode Function(NON US Model Only)

Describes the Exhibition Mode for non-US models used in showrooms.

4-6) Self-Diagnostics Function

Guides on performing and interpreting the refrigerator's self-diagnostic tests.

Descriptions of Self-Diagnosis Error Code

Lists error codes, items, descriptions, and diagnostic steps for self-diagnosis.

4-7) Load Operation Check Function

Explains how to check the operation status of various components.

4-8) Restoration Function for Power Outage

Describes how the refrigerator restores settings after a power interruption.

4-9) Set Point Shift Function

Explains how to enter and use the set point shift function for temperature adjustment.

1) Freezer Temp Shifting Table

Provides a table for adjusting freezer temperature values.

2) Fridge Temp Shifting Value

Offers a table for adjusting refrigerator temperature values.

3) Ice-Maker Water Supply

Details how the ice maker controls water supply quantity via the flow sensor.

4) Ice-Maker Ice Ejection Standby Time Controlling

Explains the control of ice ejection standby time for the ice maker.

5) Ice-Maker Sensor Temp Shifting

Describes how to shift the ice maker sensor temperature settings.

6) Minimum Comp RPM Setting

Explains how to set the minimum compressor RPM to reduce continuous operation.

7) Temp Display Option

Describes the option for displaying temperature at all times.

8) Dispenser/Homebar Heater Option

Details options for the dispenser and homebar heater.

4-9) When power is not supplied

Provides a flowchart for troubleshooting when the unit does not receive power.

4-10) When the Compressor does not operate

Offers a troubleshooting flowchart for compressor non-operation.

4-11) Unable to Defrost

Presents a flowchart for troubleshooting defrost issues.

4-12) Self-Diagnosis Error (Defective Sensor)

Guides on troubleshooting when a sensor defect causes self-diagnosis errors.

4-13) When Alarm Sound continues (Buzzer Sound)

Provides troubleshooting steps for continuous alarm or buzzer sounds.

3) If a buzzer does not sound

Addresses troubleshooting when the buzzer fails to sound.

4-14) When PANEL PBA operates abnormally

Troubleshooting guide for abnormal operation or lighting of the panel PBA.

4-15) When Fan does not operate

Troubleshooting steps for when the cooling fan motor does not operate.

4-16) When the internal lamp of the freezer/fridge does not Lighting up

Troubleshooting guide for internal lamps that do not illuminate.

4-17) When Crush (Crushed Ice) & Cube (Cubed Ice) does not operate well

Troubleshooting for issues with ice crushing or cubing functions.

4-18) If Ice-Maker does not operate(In door type Ice Marker)

Troubleshooting guide for when the ice maker fails to operate.

4-19) If ICE Water is not supplied

Troubleshooting steps for when no ice water is supplied.

4-20) If Water is not supplied

Troubleshooting guide for when no water is supplied to the dispenser.

4-21) Diagnostic method according to the trouble symptom(Flow Chart)

Provides a flowchart for diagnosing issues based on temperature sensor readings.

5. EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST

5-1) FREEZER

Exploded view and parts list for the freezer compartment.

5-2) REFRIGERATOR

Exploded view and parts list for the refrigerator compartment.

5-3) Cabinet

Exploded view and parts list for the main cabinet structure.

5-4) Freezer Door

Exploded view and parts list for the freezer door assembly.

5-5) Refrigerator Door

Exploded view and parts list for the refrigerator door assembly.

6. WIRING DIAGRAM

7. PCB DIAGRAM

7-1) PART ARRANGEMENT (Main Board)

Shows the layout of components on the main PCB.

7-2) CONNECTOR ARRANGEMENT (Main Board)

Illustrates the arrangement of connectors on the main PCB.

8. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

8-1) Block Diagram

Provides a high-level block diagram of the refrigerator's system architecture.

8-2) Schematic Diagram

Details the electronic schematic diagram of the refrigerator's circuits.

9. REFERENCE INFORMATION

9-1) MODEL NAME(NOMENCLATURE) & Q&A

Explains the model naming convention and provides a Q&A section.

9-1-1) MODEL NAME(NOMENCLATURE)

Details the nomenclature used for identifying refrigerator models.

9-1-2) Q&A

Lists common problems and their solutions, presented as questions and answers.