Samsung RF90F29EE — French Door Refrigerator

Quick maintenance guide

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Quick Specs

Model	RF90F29EE
Product Type	Free Standing Appliance
Refrigerant	R-600a (isobutane)
Minimum Water Pressure	30 psi psi
Maximum Water Pressure	125 psi psi
Fridge Temperature Range	34 °F to 44 °F °F
Freezer Temperature Range	5 °F to -8 °F °F
FlexZone Wine Mode Temperature	41 °F °F
FlexZone Deli Mode Temperature	37 °F °F
FlexZone Beverage Mode Temperature	34 °F °F
FlexZone Meat/Fish Mode Temperature	30 °F °F
Soft Freeze Mode Temperature	23 °F °F
Operating Temperature Range	50 °F to 110 °F °F
Water Dispenser Fill Rate	53/4 oz cup in about 10 seconds

Maintenance Schedule

Task	How Often	Difficulty	Est. Time
Replace water filter	every 6 months or approximately 300 gallons (1200 L) of water	—	—
Vacuum rear panel	once or twice a year	—	—
Clean power plug terminals and contact points	regularly	—	—
Clean interior and exterior surfaces	as needed	—	—
Clean dispenser nozzle	as needed	—	—
Clean rubber door seals	as needed	—	—
Empty ice bucket if not dispensing ice for extended period	as needed	—	—
Clean water pitcher and infuser	after use and if not used for long time	—	—

Filters & Parts

Water Filter Cartridge

Part #Samsung-provided or approved filters only

Ice Bucket

Part #Samsung-provided only

Ice Scoop

Part #Samsung-provided

AutoFill Pitcher

Part #applicable models only

Water Line Installation Kit

Part #available at extra cost

Compatible Alternatives

1/4 inch copper tubing with compression nuts and ferrules1/4 inch plastic tubing with molded end (Bulb)

Troubleshooting

Water cloudiness from dispenser

Cause: Water pressure increase and oxygen saturation during filtering process

Solution: Water will look clear after a few seconds. This is normal.

Abnormal smell or taste from water dispenser

Cause: Water line not used for 2-3 days

Solution: Discard first 1-2 glasses of water

Ice accumulation on one side of tray

Cause: Normal ice making operation

Solution: Arrange ice evenly in tray to store more ice

Ice maker not dispensing ice

Cause: Various possible causes

Solution: Check status using Test button on bottom of ice maker. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds.

Water valve producing buzzing sound

Cause: Water line left disconnected

Solution: Make sure ice making function is turned off and do not attempt to use water dispenser

Ice bucket contains mixed melted and jammed ice cubes after power failure

Cause: Power failure

Solution: Empty ice bucket before using refrigerator

Filter Reset indicator blinking red

Cause: Water filter needs replacement after approximately 6 months or 300 gallons

Solution: Replace water filter and press Filter Reset button for 3 seconds

Water not dispensing properly

Cause: Water filter is clogged

Solution: Replace water filter

Door opening angle too wide or not opening far enough

Cause: Refrigerator tilting issues

Solution: Check leveling of floor and refrigerator

May require a professional

Auto Open Door function malfunctioning

Cause: Repeated opening and closing or tilting issues

Solution: Wait about 1 minute before trying again. Check refrigerator leveling.

Temperature display blinking

Cause: Temperature rise from frequent door opening or large food amount added

Solution: An alarm may occur. Tap any button to stop alarm. Allow time for temperature to stabilize.

May require a professional

Prolonged temperature display blinking

Cause: Communication error between temperature display and main controller

Solution: Contact local Samsung service center

Reset Procedures

Filter Reset

Press and hold Ice Maker button for 3 seconds after replacing water filter
Filter Reset indicator will turn off

Display Reset (Family Hub and AI Home Hub models)

Open fridge door
Locate switch cover on top right corner of door
Push up cover to reveal power switch
Turn power off and turn on again
Reinsert switch cover until hearing clicking sound

Safety Warnings

R-600a is a flammable gas refrigerant. Contact local authority regarding safe disposal. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

Call a professional

Refrigerant leaking from pipes could ignite or cause eye injury. Avoid naked flames and move flammable items away. Ventilate room immediately.

Call a professional

Risk of fire or explosion if refrigerant circuit is damaged. Mechanical devices should not be used to accelerate defrosting.

Call a professional

Risk of child entrapment. Before disposal, remove doors and leave shelves in place.

Call a professional

Do not install in damp location or where it may come in contact with water. Deteriorated insulation may cause electric shock or fire.

Do not plug multiple appliances into same power strip. Use individual outlet with matching voltage rating.

Never pull power cord to unplug. Grip plug firmly and pull straight out to prevent fire or electric shock.

Do not use power cord with cracks or damage. Do not bend excessively or place heavy objects on it.

Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with flammable propellant in refrigerator.

Call a professional

Fill water tank only with potable water. Do not fill with tea, juice or sports drinks as they can damage refrigerator.

Do not use mechanical devices or means other than manufacturer-recommended to accelerate defrosting.

Do not touch inside walls of freezer or frozen products with wet hands. This may cause frostbite.

Do not keep volatile or flammable objects (benzene, thinner, propane gas, alcohol, ether, LP gas) in refrigerator. May result in fire or explosion.

Call a professional

Do not let children hang on doors or go inside refrigerator. Risk of serious injury or entrapment.

Call a professional

Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with appliance. Keep snap rings and water tube clips out of reach - risk of death from suffocation.

Call a professional

Never stare directly at UV LED lamp for long periods. May result in eye strain from ultraviolet rays.

If gas leak is detected, avoid naked flames or ignition sources and ventilate room. Do not touch appliance, power cord, or use ventilating fan.

Call a professional

Do not store pharmaceutical products, scientific materials, or temperature-sensitive products in refrigerator.

If refrigerator emits burning smell or smoke, unplug immediately and contact Samsung service center.

Call a professional

Do not spray water directly on refrigerator interior or exterior. Risk of fire or electric shock.

Do not use third-party water filters. Unapproved filters may leak and cause electric shock.

Refrigerator must be properly grounded to prevent electric shock from current leakage.

Call a professional

Do not use gas pipes, telephone lines or lightning attractors as electrical ground.

Call a professional

Room size requirement: 35.3 cubic feet for every 8g of R-600a refrigerant to avoid flammable gas-air mixture.

Call a professional

After installation, allow appliance to stand for 2 hours before loading with food.

Do not overfill refrigerator with food. Items may fall out and cause injury or damage when door is opened.

Do not insert hands, feet or metal objects into bottom or back of refrigerator. Risk of electric shock or injury from sharp edges.

Call a professional

Do not put container filled with water on refrigerator. If spilled, risk of fire or electric shock.

Use only LED lamps provided by manufacturer or service agents.

Do not disassemble or modify refrigerator yourself. Unauthorized modifications can cause safety problems.

Pull power plug before changing interior lamps. Risk of electric shock.

Do not use any fuse other than standard fuse. Only qualified technician should change fuses.

Call a professional

Do not strike or apply excessive force to glass surfaces. Broken glass may cause injury.

State of California Proposition 65 Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

Data sourced from the Samsung owner's manual.

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This guide is provided for informational purposes only. Always consult your official owner's manual before performing maintenance. HomeBase is not responsible for any damage resulting from the use of this information.

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