02_ Safety informationSAFETY INFORMATIONBefore using your new Samsung Side-by-side doorRefrigerator, please read this manual thoroughly toensure that you know how to operate the features andfunctions that your new appliance offers safely andefficiently.This appliance is not intended for use by persons(including children) with reduced physical, sensory, ormental capabilities, or those who lack experience andknowledge, unless they have been given supervisionor instruction concerning the use of the appliance by aperson responsible for their safety.Because the following instructions cover variousmodels, the characteristics of your refrigerator maydiffer slightly from the refrigerator described in thismanual. If you have any question, contact us at1-800-SAMSUNG or fi nd help and information onlineat www.samsung.com.Important safety symbols and precautions:WARNINGHazards or unsafe practices that may resultin severe personal injury or death.CAUTIONHazards or unsafe practices that mayresult in minor personal injury or propertydamage.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 prevent injury toyou and others.Please follow them carefully.After reading this section, keep it in a safe placefor future reference.SEVERE WARNING SIGNSFOR INSTALLATION• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp placeor place where it may come in contact withwater.- Deteriorated insulation of electrical parts maycause an electric shock or fi re.• Do not place this refrigerator in direct sunlight orexpose to the heat from stoves, room heaters orother appliance.• Do not plug several appliances into the samemultiple power strip. The refrigerator shouldalways be plugged into its own individual electricaloutlet which has a voltage rating that matches thevoltage listed on the refrigerator's rating plate.- This provides the best performance and alsoprevents overloading house wiring circuits, whichcould cause a fi re hazard from overheated wires.• If the wall socket is loose, do not insert the powerplug.- There is a risk of electric shock of fi re.• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasiondamage along its length or at either end.• Do not bend the power cord excessively or placeheavy articles on it.• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on thepower cord. Always grip plug fi rmly and pullstraight out from the outlet.- Damage to the cord may cause a short-circuit, fi reand/or electric shock.• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.- Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause anexplosion or fi re.• This refrigerator must be properly installedand located in accordance with the manualbefore it is used.• Connect the power plug in proper position with thecord hanging down.- If you connect the power plug upside down, thewire can get cut off and cause a fi re or electricshock.• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to rollover or damage the power cord.- This constitutes a fi re hazard.Safety InformationWARNING