3.4

Out of 13 Ratings

Owner's of the Samsung Refrigerator RF217ACRS gave it a score of 3.4 out of 5. Here's how the scores stacked up:
  • Reliability

    3.62 out of 5
  • Durability

    3.08 out of 5
  • Maintenance

    3.38 out of 5
  • Performance

    3.46 out of 5
  • Ease of Use

    3.62 out of 5
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troubleshooting _31
03 TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
 SOLUTION
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• Check that the power plug is properly connected.
• 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 so close to the wall that air cannot keep circulating?
(Refer to page 10 for the best location.)
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Is the temperature control on the display set to the correct temperature?
Try setting it to a warmer temperature.
• Is the temperature in the room too low?
Did you store the food too close to the air vent at the back of the Refrigerator? Move the
food away from the air vent.
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• Check that the Refrigerator is level and stable.
Is the back of the Refrigerator too close to 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 according to the temperature of the
Refrigerator interior.
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Some heat is normal as anti-condensators are installed in the vertical hinged section of
the Refrigerator to prevent condensation.
Is the Refrigerator door ajar? Condensation can occur when you leave the door open for
a long time.
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• 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 opened?
• Did you manually stop the ice making function?
• Is the Freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the Freezer temperature lower.
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This is normal. The bubbling comes from the Refrigerator coolant liquid circulating
through the Refrigerator.
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• Check for spoiled food.
• Foods with strong odors(for example, sh) should be tightly covered.
• Clean out your Freezer periodically and throw away any spoiled or suspicious food.
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• Is the air vent blocked? Remove any obstructions so air can circulate freely.
• Allow sufcient space between the foods stored for efcient air circulation.
• Is the Freezer drawer closed properly?
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• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve opened?
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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