Samsung RF23M8070SR refrigerator
- Category
- Refrigerators
- Model number
- RF23M8070SR
- Region
- United States
- Verified
- Filter indicator blinks red
- Auto Water Fill indicators blink
- Fridge or freezer temperature is warm, or the refrigerator does not operate
- Fridge or freezer is over-cooling
- Refrigerator has odors
- Frost in the refrigerator
- Condensation forms on the interior walls
- Water flow is weaker than normal
- Ice maker makes a buzzing sound
- Ice maker does not make ice
- Ice does not dispense
- Water does not dispense
- How to replace the water filter
- How to turn the control lock on or off
- How to turn Sabbath mode on or off
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Indicator lights
| Indicator | Meaning | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Filter indicator blinks red | The water filter needs replacing. This appears after about 6 months, typically about 300 gallons (1200 L) of water. | Checks |
| Auto Water Fill indicators blink | Water is leaking. The water tank may have overflowed, or the water-line or water-level sensor may have failed. | Checks |
Filter indicator blinks red
Filter indicator blinks red when the door is opened or closed. The water filter needs replacing. This appears after about 6 months, typically about 300 gallons (1200 L) of water.
- Replace the filter, then press and hold Filter Reset for 3 seconds. See Replace the water filter.
Auto Water Fill indicators blink
Auto Water Fill indicators blink. Water is leaking. The water tank may have overflowed, or the water-line or water-level sensor may have failed.
- Open the rubber cap and drain the water.
- When draining is complete the indicators stop blinking and turn solid. Close the rubber cap.
Problems
- Fridge or freezer temperature is warm, or the refrigerator does not operate6 causes in the manual. First: the power cord is not plugged in properly.
- Fridge or freezer is over-coolingThe temperature control is not set correctly.
- Refrigerator has odors2 causes in the manual. First: food has spoiled.
- Frost in the refrigerator3 causes in the manual. First: food is blocking the vents, causing frost around the vents.
- Condensation forms on the interior walls2 causes in the manual. First: A door was left open and moisture entered the refrigerator.
- Water flow is weaker than normalThe water pressure is too low.
- Ice maker makes a buzzing soundThe ice maker function is activated, but the water supply to the refrigerator has not been connected.
- Ice maker does not make ice4 causes in the manual. First: the ice maker has just been installed.
- Ice does not dispense3 causes in the manual. First: ice may jam if the ice dispenser is not used for a long time (approximately 3 weeks).
- Water does not dispense4 causes in the manual. First: the water line is not connected properly or the water supply is not on.
Fridge or freezer is over-cooling
The temperature control is not set correctly. Source: Troubleshooting: General, Temperature, p. 68
- Set the temperature higher.
Water flow is weaker than normal
The water pressure is too low. Source: Troubleshooting: General, Water/ice, p. 70
- Make sure the water pressure is between 20 and 120 psi.
Ice maker makes a buzzing sound
The ice maker function is activated, but the water supply to the refrigerator has not been connected. Source: Troubleshooting: General, Water/ice, p. 70
- Press Ice Maker off.
Interior wall is hot
The refrigerator has heat-proof piping in the front corners of the interior wall to prevent condensation. If the ambient temperature rises, this piping may not work effectively. This is not a system failure. Source: Troubleshooting: General, Temperature, p. 69
How-to
- How to replace the water filterWhen the Filter Reset indicator turns red, about every 6 months or 300 gallons (1200 L) of water. Water with a lot of lime can shorten the filter life.
- How to turn the control lock on or offTo prevent accidental setting changes on the main panel.
- How to turn Sabbath mode on or offTo control the buttons, display and room lamps for the Sabbath while the refrigerator keeps cooling.
Maintenance
| Task | When | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Replace the water filter | About every 6 months (typically about 300 gallons / 1200 L of water) | Source: Maintenance: Replacement, Water filter, pp. 65-66 |
| Replace the LED lamps through a local Samsung service center. The lamps are not user-serviceable. (professional service) | Source: Maintenance: Replacement, LED Lamps, p. 67 |
Settings
| Setting | Options | Default | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fridge temperature | 34 °F (1 °C) to 44 °F (7 °C) | Recommended: 37 °F (3 °C) | Press Fridge repeatedly to select a temperature. Power Cool is activated by pressing and holding Fridge for 3 seconds, and it uses more power. | Source: Operations: Fridge / Power Cool, p. 36 |
| Freezer temperature | 5 °F (-15 °C) to -8 °F (-23 °C) | Recommended: 0 °F (-18 °C) | Power Freeze is activated by pressing and holding Freezer for 3 seconds. To freeze a large amount of food, activate it at least 20 hours before putting the food in. | Source: Operations: Freezer / Power Freeze, p. 37 |
| FlexZone mode | Wine (about 42 °F / 5 °C), Deli (about 37 °F / 3 °C), Beverage (about 33 °F / 1 °C), Meat (about 29 °F / -1 °C) | Deli | Press FlexZone repeatedly to select a mode. Do not use it for most fruit or leafy vegetables, and do not store glass bottles in Beverage or Meat mode. | Source: Operations: FlexZone, p. 38 |
| Ice Maker | On, Off. Press and hold Ice Maker for more than 3 seconds. | When off, ice making is disabled even if you press the Cubed or Crushed Ice buttons. Pressing and holding the ice lever for more than 5 seconds turns it back on. | Source: Operations: Ice Maker, p. 39 | |
| Auto Water Fill | Press and hold Auto Water Fill for 3 seconds to turn it on or off | Off. Enable it after the water line is installed. | With the function on, open the left fridge door, insert the water tank and close the door; the tank fills to a preset level. Opening the door or pushing the dispenser lever stops it temporarily. | Source: Operations: Auto Water Fill, p. 39 |
| Energy Saver | On, Off | On | Reduces power consumption. Turn it off if condensation or water drops form on or around the doors. | Source: Operations: Energy Saver, p. 40 |
| Door Alarm | On, Off. Press and hold Door Alarm for 3 seconds to switch between °F and °C. | On | An alarm sounds and the Alarm Indicator blinks if a door is open for more than 2 minutes. | Source: Operations: Door Alarm / °F °C, p. 40 |
| Cooling Off mode (Shop mode) | Press and hold Ice Maker, Auto Water Fill and Door Alarm for 5 seconds | The fan motor and lights work but the compressors do not run, so the refrigerator and freezer do not get cold. The fridge display shows O and the freezer display shows FF. | Source: Operations: Cooling Off, p. 41 |
Specifications
Samsung refrigerator with a FlexZone drawer, an ice maker, Auto Water Fill and Energy Saver mode. The fridge sets between 34 °F and 44 °F and the freezer between 5 °F and -8 °F. Source: Operations: Main panel, pp. 35-38
The Filter indicator blinks red after about 6 months, and the Auto Water Fill indicators blink when the water tank leaks. Source: Operations: Filter Reset; Auto Water Fill, pp. 39-40
Samsung recommends 37 °F (3 °C) for the fridge and 0 °F (-18 °C) for the freezer. Energy Saver mode is on by default. Source: Operations: Main panel; Energy Saver, pp. 35, 40
| Water pressure for the water supply | 20 to 120 psi | Source: Troubleshooting: General, Water/ice, p. 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Reverse osmosis supply | 35 to 120 psi (241 to 827 kPa) to the reverse osmosis system, and at least 40 psi (276 kPa) from it to the refrigerator | Source: Maintenance: Replacement, Reverse osmosis water filtration system, p. 66 |
| Clearance | At least 2.5 inches (5 cm) between the back and sides of the refrigerator and nearby walls or cabinets | Source: Troubleshooting: General, Temperature, p. 68 |
Recalls
No exact-model match for RF23M8070SR in the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall database, checked . Recalls can name model families, so also check current recalls for Samsung.
Service contact
Samsung Customer Care: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864), samsung.com/us/support/. United States. Source: Limited warranty (U.S.A.): contact details, p. 77
Sources
- User manual, Refrigerator RF8000MC DA68-03563A (English, Spanish and French). Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Document DA68-03563A-04, revision 04, 240 pages, en. downloadcenter.samsung.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
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