A:AnswerGood question because it works the opposite of what any reasonable person would think. When the picture/light is off the ice maker is on and vice versa.
A:AnswerWe noticed those reviews, too. We have had our fridge now for 1-1/2 months and, while the noises are a little different than our other fridge, I would say it's actually quieter when it runs than our 12-year-old Whirlpool. The noises we notice: the ice dropping, a few "pops" here and there, a low whirring. All are now and then (when cooling or defrosting?) and none are a nuisance--mostly, it's perfectly quiet, no noise at all. The instructions are clear that once in place, the fridge must not rest on the front wheels but on the leveling legs which are turned down by hand. I understand that there would be a hum/vibration if this isn't done.
A:AnswerThanks for your interest. You're correct that the RF260BEAESR and RF261BEAESR are very similar; both feature Samsung's signature Twin Cooling system, Cool Select Pantry drawer, new HE LED lighting, and an internal water filter providing filtered water to the automatic ice dispenser in the freezer. The difference between the two is the addition of an internal water dispenser in the latter RF261 model.
- Ms. Samsung
A:AnswerThat sounds like a power glitch. Try pressing and holding the power freeze and power cool buttons at the same time for about 8 to 13 seconds and see if it clears.
A:AnswerThe reset button is beneath the icemaker and difficult to see. I used my cell and placed it on selfie mode to be able to locate the button and actually did reset it.
A:AnswerThanks for the question. The RF260BEAEWW is designed to produce about 3 lbs of ice per day. There are several factors that can affect the ability of the ice maker to produce ice, in particular the availability of water to fill the tray, and the temperature of the freezer once the tray is filled with water. First, make sure the Ice Off button on the control panel has not been pressed. Next, try pressing the Test button on the bottom of the ice maker, which should cause the tray to rotate then fill with water. It may be necessary to press this button more than once when the filter is first installed or replaced in order to bleed air from the lines. For the water to freeze, the freezer temperature should be set to -2°F or colder. You can also press the Power Freeze button on the control panel to help speed the freezing process.
Once ice production starts, let the ice maker make ice for 1 to 2 days. Over that period of time, throw out the first 1 or 2 buckets of ice the freezer makes to ensure all impurities have been removed from the water line. Keep in mind, too, that water pressure of 20~125psi is required for the ice maker to function properly.
If the tray did not fill with water, check the water supply valve to make sure it is on all the way, and make sure the line is not bent or kinked. Make sure the filter is installed correctly and locked in place. Samsung recommends setting the refrigerator temperature to 38°F; if set too cold the water line could freeze.
I hope these tips help you get the most out of your ice maker!
Ms. Samsung
A:AnswerSamsung recommends leaving at least 3/8" above the RF260BEAESR, as well as 1" behind it and 3/8" on each side to allow for ease of installation and air circulation. If either of the doors will open into a fixed wall, you should leave about 2" for hinge clearance and 3-3/4" for handle clearance, depending on the depth of the wall.
Thank you for the question,
Ms. Samsung
A:AnswerNo need to remove icemaker. Samsung make a similar version with water only. $100 more but you recover that tiny bit of space. Dispenser is recessed in left wall just above bottom veggie drawer.
Model:RF261BEAESR SKU:4980433 $1649.99
Samsung - 25.5 Cu. Ft. French Door Refrigerator with Internal Water Dispenser - Stainless steel
A:AnswerYes, any fridge with ice or water, does not have to be hooked up. I usually hook them up, then just turn off the lever under the sink for the feed to the fridge, so it can't flood if I"m gone, and turn it on only if I need to use the icemaker for something.
A:AnswerExcellent questions Ramond! The arm you see on the side of the ice maker is used to determine if the bucket is full or not. The "Test Button" is used to reset the ice maker if it is not functioning properly. ^Jecca
A:AnswerThanks for the question. There is a way to "trick" the RF260BEAESR into thinking the doors are closed when they're not, which will cause the lights inside the refrigerator to remain off even when the doors are open. Here's how:
1) Find the two locations on the front of the plastic hinge cover above the refrigerator door opening where if you hold two magnets there simultaneously the lights will turn off. One location is between the upper left side of the fridge and the center above the door; the other is between the right side and the center. Tape the magnets in place over these two locations. Small flat magnets will work best so they don't prevent the door from closing and sealing securely.
2) The freezer lights are controlled by a button that gets depressed when the drawer is closed. The button is located on the left side of the freezer wall. Simply tape the button down, and the lights will remain off.
It is important to note that if the refrigerator "thinks" the doors are closed when in fact they are open, the fan may come on with the door open and dissipate the cold air from inside the unit. The magnets should not be left in place for more than a day or two.
- Ms. Samsung
A:AnswerAs far as I can see, the other answer given is incorrect...Both models have filtered ice makers. The link given for comparison is just Best Buy's comparison page of specs and not all specs are complete, nor are they necessarily correct; for instance, it shows the water filter model number as R134a, but that is the type of refrigerant used. I don't know if the water filter model number would be the same as the type of refrigeration, but that would be odd.
As to the actual difference between the two model numbers, the only difference seems to be that the one with the model number ending in "r" is what the Samsung website shows as stainless steel, and the one ending with the model number ending in "p" is what the Samsung website shows as platinum. If you go to the Samsung website and search either model number, it will show you different colors available on the same page, and when you click on another color, the model number changes to reflect that.