02_ Safety informationsafety informationSAFETY INFORMATIONBefore using your new Samsung French DoorRefrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly toensure that you know how to operate the featuresand functions that your new appliance offers safelyand efficiently.This appliance is not intended for use by persons(including children) with reduced physical,sensory, or mental capabilities, or those who lackexperience and knowledge, unless they have beengiven supervision or instruction concerning theuse of the appliance by a person responsible fortheir safety.Because the following instructions cover variousmodels, the characteristics of your refrigeratormay differ slightly from the refrigerator described inthis manual. If you have any question, contact usat 1-800-SAMSUNG or find help and informationonline at www.samsung.com.Important safety symbols andprecautions:WARNINGHazards or unsafe practices that may result insevere personal injury or death.cAutIoNHazards or unsafe practices that may result inminor personal injury or property damage.Do NOT attempt.Do NOT disassemble.Do NOT touch.Follow directions carefully.Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.Make sure the refrigerator is grounded toprevent electric shock.Call the contact center for help.Note.these warning signs are here to preventinjury to you and others.Please follow them carefully.After reading this section, keep it in a safeplace for future reference.SEVERE WARNING SIGNSFOR INSTALLATIONDo not install the refrigerator in a damp•place or place where it may come incontact with water.Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts may-cause an electric shock or fire.Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight•or expose to the heat from stoves, roomheaters or other appliance.Do not plug several appliances into the same•multiple power strip. The refrigerator shouldalways be plugged into its own individualelectrical outlet which has a voltage rating thatmatches the voltage listed on the refrigerator’srating plate.This provides the best performance and-also prevents overloading house wiringcircuits, which could cause a fire hazard fromoverheated wires.If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the•power plug.There is a risk of electric shock of fire.-Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion•damage along its length or at either end.Do not bend the power cord excessively or•place heavy articles on it.Do not twist or tie the power cord.•Do not hook the power cord over a metal•object, place a heavy object on the powercord, insert the power cord between objects,or push the power cord into the space behindthe appliance.When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to-roll over or damage the power cordThis may result in an electric shock or fire.-Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the•power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pullstraight out from the outlet.Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit,-fire and/or electric shock.Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.•Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause-an explosion or fire.Do not install this appliance near a heater,•inflammable material.Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or•dusty location, in a location exposed to directsunlight and water (rain drops).WARNINGDA68-02601A(EN+FR+ES)-0.2.indb 2 2012.3.31 9:49:28 AM