How to properly turn off the freezer in a Samsung refrigerator: instructions for all models

To find out the type of your model:

1. Look at the sticker inside the refrigerator compartment (usually on the side wall) - the full model is indicated there (for example, RB37J5230SS).
2. Enter the model in the search bar of the browser along with the words "characteristics" or "instructions".
3. Pay attention to the number of compressors (they can be seen at the back of the refrigerator - two black cylinders = two compressors).

If your refrigerator is a single-compressor models, turning off the freezer may cause k refrigerator overheating cameras, since the compressor will only work for it. In this case, it is recommended to use Vacation Mode (if any) or physically defrost and clean the freezer, leaving its door ajar.

2. Turning off the freezer in models with Twin Cooling Plus or two compressors

If your refrigerator Samsung is equipped with two compressors or technology Twin Cooling Plusthe process of turning off the freezer is as simple and safe as possible. models, each compartment is controlled separately, so the refrigerator compartment will continue to operate as normal.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Open the freezer door and find the control panel. In some models (for example, Samsung RF23HCEDBSR) it is located on the inner top wall, in others - on the outer panel (like c RS62R5001M9).
2. Press the button Freezer (or the snowflake icon 🏔️) and hold it 5–7 secondsuntil the text appears Off or the indicator goes off.
3. In some models you will need to go to the menu: press Menu → Cooling → Freezer Off.
4. Confirm the shutdown (if prompted). The temperature in the freezer will begin to gradually rise to room temperature.

After shutdown:

• 🔌 The freezer compressor will stop working, but the fans can still rotate for a while to distribute the temperature evenly.
• 📉 The temperature in the freezer will be increase at a rate of ~1–2°C per hour (depending on the room temperature).
• ⚡ Electricity consumption will decrease by 20–40% (depending on the model).

3. Turning off the freezer in single-compressor models: risks and solutions

In refrigerators Samsung with one compressor (for example, RB30J3000WW, RT28K3030SL, RL38TDCAS), the freezer and refrigerator compartments are connected by a single cooling circuit. means that complete shutdown of the freezer is impossible without stopping the entire refrigerator. However, there are several workarounds:

1. Mode Vacation Mode (Vacation) —if it is supported by your model. In this mode, the refrigerator compartment operates at minimum power (~5–7°C), and the freezer is turned off via the menu: Settings → Vacation Mode → On.
2. Manual adjustment). temperature — set the maximum temperature in the freezer (usually this is +8°C or Off in some models Path: Freezer Temp → Maximum.
3. Physical shutdown of the freezer —suitable only for models with mechanical control (for example, Samsung RT21M4000WW). Here you can unplug the freezer from the outlet (if it is connected separately) or turn off the thermostat.

Warnings for single-compressor models:

⚠️ Attention: If you set the temperature in the freezer higher 0°C, the refrigerator compartment may start freezing food (the temperature will drop below +2°C). This is due to the redirection of the entire cold flow into one compartment.

The table below shows the possible consequences of turning off the freezer in single-compressor refrigerators Samsung:

If your model does not support Vacation Modeand the freezer is temporarily not needed, the best option is defrost it, clean it and leave it emptyby setting the temperature to +8°C. This will reduce the load on the system and prevent ice from forming.

4. Step-by-step instructions for models with No Frost (single-compressor)

Refrigerators Samsung with a system No Frost (for example, RB37J5230SS, RT38K5930S8) do not require manual defrosting, but turning off the freezer in them has its own characteristics. Here you cannot simply “turn off” the freezer, but you can reduce its operation to a minimum.

Action algorithm:

1. Press the button Freezer Temp (or Freezer) and hold it 3 seconds, until the indicator flashes.
2. Use the buttons +/–to set the temperature to +8°C (maximum value).
3. Confirm the settings with the button OK or wait for automatic saving (the indicator stops blinking).
4. If your model has the option Power Cool or Power Freeze, turn it off it increases the cooling of the freezer.

In models with a display (for example, Samsung RL4363FBASL), the path may look like this:

Menu → Temperature → Freezer → +8°C → Save

What will happen after these settings:

• 🧊 The fan in the freezer will turn on less often, but will not turn off completely.
• ❄️ Ice will not form, since the temperature is higher 0°C.
• ⚡ Electricity consumption will decrease by 15–25%.

⚠️ Attention: In systems No Frost it is impossible to completely turn off the freezer fan - this will lead to evaporator icing possible breakdown. If you need to completely stop the freezer, consider the option of physically turning off the power (see next section).

5. Physically turning off the freezer: when it is justified

In some cases, software shutdown of the freezer is impossible or ineffective. Then the only option left is with mechanical shutdown. This method is suitable for:

• 🔌 Old models with mechanical thermostat (for example, Samsung RT21M4000WW).
• 🛠️ Refrigerators where the freezer has a separate thermostat.
• 🏠 Situations when the refrigerator is connected to two separate sockets (freezer and refrigerator).

How disconnect physically:

1. Unplug the refrigerator (unplug the plug from the socket).
2. Remove the back panel of the refrigerator (you will need a Phillips screwdriver).
3. Find the freezer thermostat - it looks like a small box with a capillary tube leading to freezer.
4. Carefully disconnect the wires from the thermostat (memorize or take a photo of their location!).
5. Close the back panel and turn the refrigerator back on.

What to do after a physical shutdown:

• 🔌 The freezer will completely stop cool.
• ❄️ Defrost and dry it at least once a monthto avoid mold.
• ⚡ The refrigerator compartment will operate as usual (if there is only one compressor, keep an eye on temperature!).

⚠️ Attention: Physically turning off the thermostat voids your warranty on the refrigeratorif it is still active. In addition, when reconnecting, you may need to recharging the system freon.

6. Common mistakes and how to avoid them

When trying to turn off the freezer in a refrigerator Samsung users often make mistakes that lead to breakdowns or ineffective operation of the equipment: Let's consider the most common of them:

• ❌ Unplugging the refrigerator from the outlet for a long time this. leads to defrosting of both compartments and the risk of condensation in the electronic units.
• ❌ Setting the temperature in the freezer to –30°C v hoping that it will “turn off” - the compressor will work for wear, trying to reach an unrealistic temperature.
• ❌ Closing the ventilation holes in the freezer - this disrupts air circulation and can lead to icing of the evaporator.
• ❌ Using the mode Power Freeze for "accelerated shutdown" - this mode, on the contrary, loads the freezer to the maximum.

How to avoid problems:

• ✅ Before any manipulations read the instructions for your model (it can be found on the website Samsung by number model).
• ✅ If the refrigerator is under warranty, do not disassemble it yourself contact the service center.
• ✅ After disconnecting freezers monitor the temperature in the refrigerator compartment the first 2-3 days.

If, after turning off the freezer, the refrigerator compartment begins to operate unstably (the temperature fluctuates, the compressor does not turn off), return the settings to their original state and contact a specialist. Perhaps yours. model does not provide for work without a freezer.

7. Alternative methods: when turning off the freezer is impractical

In some cases, turning off the freezer is irrational or even harmful to equipment. Let's consider alternative solutions:

• 🏡 Use the freezer as additional storage —. if it is empty, put it there non-perishable foods (for example, potatoes, onions, canned food). The temperature in +5…+10°C will not harm them.
• 🔄 Set the minimum temperature —instead of completely turning off, set –8°C instead of –18°C. This will reduce energy consumption by 10–15%.
• 🛒 Buy a thermal container —if the freezer is rarely needed, transfer the food to a portable freezer box (for example, Midea or Beko), and turn off the main freezer.
• ⚡ Use the socket timer - if you need the freezer only at night, connect the refrigerator through an outlet with a timer (for example, Feron TM50).

If you live in a region with cold. climate (for example, in the north of Russia), you can take some of the food to the balcony in winter and turn off the freezer. The main thing is to make sure that the temperature on the balcony does not rise above +5°C.

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