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Samsung - 17.5 cu. ft. 3-Door French Door Counter Depth Smart Refrigerator with Twin Cooling Plus - Black Stainless Steel

Model: RF18A5101SG/AA
SKU: 6443498
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  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: Black stainless steel
    • Product Height: 70 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 32 1/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Height To Top Of Refrigerator (Without Hinges): 68 7/8 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, without the top hinges.)
    • Height To Top Of Door Hinge: 70 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, including the top hinge.)
    • Depth Without Handle: 28 1/8 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), not including handle.)
    • Depth With Handle: 28 1/8 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), including the handle.)
    • Total Capacity: 17.5 cubic feet
    • Refrigerator Style: French Door
    • Lighting Type: LED
    • Ice Maker: Yes
    • App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Works With: SmartThings, Google Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
  • General
    • Brand: Samsung
    • Model Number: RF18A5101SG/AA
    • Product Name: 17.5 cu. ft. 3-Door French Door Counter Depth Smart Refrigerator with Twin Cooling Plus
    • Color: Black Stainless Steel
    • Color Finish: Black stainless steel
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 70 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 32 1/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 28 1/8 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Height To Top Of Refrigerator (Without Hinges): 68 7/8 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, without the top hinges.)
    • Height To Top Of Door Hinge: 70 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, including the top hinge.)
    • Standardized Width: 32 inches (An approximated measurement (exact width may differ slightly) determined by the manufacturer in accordance with industry standards. Standardized sizes are intended to assist consumers when purchasing appliances and planning for installation.)
    • Counter Depth: true (The product case installs flush with the depth of standard kitchen counters to provide a built-in appearance.)
    • Depth Without Handle: 28 1/8 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), not including handle.)
    • Depth With Handle: 28 1/8 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), including the handle.)
    • Depth Without Door: 24 1/2 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, not including the door.)
    • Depth With Door 90 Degrees Open: 41 1/5 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with the door open at a 90-degree angle.)
    • Product Weight: 205 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Capacity
    • Total Capacity: 17.5 cubic feet
    • Refrigerator Capacity: 11.7 cubic feet (Total amount of space within the refrigerator compartment. Usable space may be reduced by shelves, cabinets, or other storage features.)
    • Freezer Capacity: 5.8 cubic feet (Total amount of space within the freezer compartment. Usable space may be reduced by shelves, cabinets, or other storage features.)
  • Performance
    • Minimum Operating Temperature: 38 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
    • Maximum Operating Temperature: 110 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
  • Features
    • Configuration: Freestanding (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
    • Panel Ready: false (Product is ready to be fit with a customized front panel that integrates with existing cabinetry and décor.)
    • Refrigerator Style: French Door
    • Fingerprint Resistant: true
    • Convertible Temperature Zone: false (Refrigerators with this feature include a separate compartment with independent temperature controls from the main product. These compartments offer a flexible space that allows you to change the temperature based on your additional storage needs. Whether it’s a place to chill beverages for an evening with friends, keep snacks cool, or even provide extra freezer space.)
    • Garage Ready: true (Garage Ready appliances have been tested by the manufacturer to operate within a wider range of external temperatures than the average home environment, such as a garage which can fall below freezing or heat above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Please refer to the manufacturer's documentation for detailed external operating temperature requirements.​)
    • Door-Open Alarm: true
    • Sabbath Mode: true (This mode complies with the rules of Halakha and allows Shabbat-observant people to use the appliance on the Shabbat and other Jewish holidays.)
    • Display Type: LED
    • Defrost Type: Frost free (Ice build-up can reduce the appliance’s cooling capacity, making it work harder and consume more energy. Defrosting is necessary to maintain its efficiency and each type has its own advantages depending on user needs and preferences. Manual defrost appliances require unplugging to melt ice naturally, but offer more space, lower energy consumption, and lower cost without the internal heating element. Frost-free appliances regulate temperature to prevent ice build-up automatically. Automatic defrost systems use a timer to circulate heat and prevent ice accumulation, while adaptive defrost systems use sensors to determine the optimal times for heat circulation.)
    • Hinge Setting: Fixed left, Fixed right
    • Lighting Type: LED
    • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
  • Ice & Water
    • Ice Maker: Yes
    • Ice Maker Location(s): Freezer
    • Daily Ice Production: 3.3 pounds (Maximum quantity of ice that can be produced within 24 hours.)
    • Ice and Water Dispenser: None
  • Storage
    • Number of External Doors/Drawers: 3
    • Number of Refrigerator Shelves: 3
    • Refrigerator Shelf Style: Spill proof
    • Quick Access Door: false (A door-within-door that provides convenient access to your favorite food and drink items without opening the main door.)
    • Gallon Door Storage: true (Designated storage space for gallon-sized containers, such as milk, juice, and water.)
    • Refrigerator Shelf Material: Tempered Glass
  • Freezer Info
    • Freezer Compartment: true
    • Freezer Door Type: Swing Door
    • Freezer Shelf Material: Tempered Glass
    • Freezer Interior Light: true
    • Quick Freeze: false (Feature that allows you to quickly reduce the temperature when needed, perfect for chilling drinks or freezing large quantities of fresh food. Fast freezing may help maintain food quality.)
  • Filter Info
    • Water Filtration: true
    • Water Filter Model Number: HAF-QIN (The water filter model(s) recommended for use with the product.)
  • Electrical Specification
    • Amperage: 3 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
    • Voltage: 115 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
    • Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 540 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
    • Estimated Annual Operating Cost: 76 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • ADA Compliant: true (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
    • Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) Rating: CEE Not Qualified
    • Chemical Disclosures: Free of PFAS, PFOA, lead, and cadmium. Libre de PFAS, PFOA, plomo, y cadmio (The disclosure of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) and/or other chemicals.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Compatibility
    • App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Works With: SmartThings, Google Home (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 887276465449

33" wide Smart Counter Depth 3-Door French Door Refrigerator with a modern look that blends seamlessly into your kitchen.

  • Counter Depth: Built-in look for a seamless fit. The smooth and streamlined exterior design features beautiful flat doors and easy-to-open recessed handles that blend seamlessly into your cabinetry, adding function and style to your kitchen.
  • Wi-Fi Enabled: Use the SmartThings App¹ on your smartphone to control the temperature and monitor your french door refrigerator remotely
  • ENERGY STAR Certified: Eco-friendly and energy-efficient (Visit www.energystar.gov for more information on ENERGY STAR guidelines)².
  • Fingerprint Resistant Finish: A finish that withstands everyday smudges, so you spend less time cleaning.
  • Twin Cooling Plus: Independent fridge and freezer controls keep food fresher, longer.
  • Accessibility (ADA Compliant): Easy-to-reach controls for everyone.
  • LED Lighting: LED lighting designed to beautifully light up the interior of your fridge so you can quickly spot what you want.
  • On-demand cooling: Quickly freeze or chill your food with the Power Freeze or Power Cool options – lowers the temperature with the push of a button.
  • Counter Depth: Built-in look for a seamless fit. The smooth and streamlined exterior design features beautiful flat doors and easy-to-open recessed handles that blend seamlessly into your cabinetry, adding function and style to your kitchen.
  • Wi-Fi Enabled: Use the SmartThings App¹ on your smartphone to control the temperature and monitor your french door refrigerator remotely
  • ENERGY STAR Certified: Eco-friendly and energy-efficient (Visit www.energystar.gov for more information on ENERGY STAR guidelines)².
  • Fingerprint Resistant Finish: A finish that withstands everyday smudges, so you spend less time cleaning.
  • Twin Cooling Plus: Independent fridge and freezer controls keep food fresher, longer.
  • Accessibility (ADA Compliant): Easy-to-reach controls for everyone.
  • LED Lighting: LED lighting designed to beautifully light up the interior of your fridge so you can quickly spot what you want.
  • On-demand cooling: Quickly freeze or chill your food with the Power Freeze or Power Cool options – lowers the temperature with the push of a button.
Documents
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Q: When a door is open, does the hinge mechanism cause the door to protrude out at all, so that I need more than 32 1/8 inches width? This fridge would be installed close to a wall, and I want to make sure that the door can open at least to 90 degrees.

A: Thanks for the responses. I went to the store to measure the doors, and I measured that they each need 1" extra clearance beyond the 32 1/8" width of the fridge to accommodate the hinge mechanism when open. But, Samsung sent a link to the manual and referred me to page 18, where the measurement I was looking for is #6 (I think). There, it says that each door hinge requires 1 1/4" clearance. In my kitchen one door will be next to the kitchen counter, and as this is a countertop depth fridge, there should be no problem with opening the door on that side. - at worst, I can move the fridge forward a little to make sure that the door on that side can open. The other side of the fridge will be next to a wall, so I will need to make sure there is 1 1/4" clearance between the fridge and the wall on that side, to enable that door to open (only 90 degrees given the configuration of the space I have, but that is enough). The space I have for the fridge is 33 7/8" wide, so I will just make it in terms of clearance (32 1/8" for the fridge + 1 1/4" to clear the door next to the wall = 33 3/8"). Close! Wish me luck!

Q: How do you open this fridge? Where do you put your hand?

A: I'm happy to help with this, zanderka! The space between the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer is indented. This creates an overhang that can be gripped similar to a door handle, but with a clean, sleek look. ^Jecca

Q: Hello Can the Wifi be turned off? I cannot have the wifi on or constantly looking to connect to the internet. I have an EMF issue.

A: It’s not something that can be turned off. Just don’t download the SmartThings app and you’ll be fine.

Q: Can the ice maker be shutoff so we do not need a waterline and so we do not get the noise? >. We do not want ice or water from the fridge.

A: Absolutely, mjod! Page 36 of the user manual (https://bit.ly/2RdA6NB) has step by step instructions on how to turn the ice maker off. It is important to make sure the ice maker is turned off if you are not installing a water line, as this could cause damage to the internal components. ^Jecca

Q: Does this refrigerator have a water filter? I can't find any information in the users manual. Thanks for your help and advice.

A: Thanks so much for asking, Tony! This model does not use an internal water filter. However, you can install an external water filter to the water line if desired. ^Jecca

Q: Will this refrigerator work efficiently in the garage? or so called "Garage ready". I live in Southern California and it can get very hot during summer time. Thank you!

A: Thanks so much for asking, Tim! According to page 17 of the user manual (https://bit.ly/3bQbvWo) this model requires a location with a temperature range between 50 °F (10 °C) and 109 °F (43 °C). ^Jecca

Q: What are the actual cubic ft. for this fridge? I have seen the same model listeded as 17.5, 18.0 and 19.0 cubic ft. Does it come in 3 different sizes?

A: We're sorry for the confusion, Rose! Samsung has many different size refrigerators, some of which are very similar. This specific model has a 5.8 cu. ft. freezer capacity, and 11.7 cu. ft. refrigerator capacity. This makes the total capacity 17.5 cu. ft. ^Jecca

Q: can the wheels be removed to make it less than 70" tall?

A: Greetings! We appreciate your question about removing the casters to lower the overall height of this Samsung refrigerator. The wheels on this refrigerator model are not detachable as they are used for mobility and stability (leveling). Leo