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Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #40 –
Thank you Chuck and Roger, useful info.  I got r done with a RF20HFENBSR 19.43 cu ft Samsung.  Also wired in Victron 712 battery monitor from AM Solar and ran plug, 12/2 Romex type from battery compartment to refrigerator for future stand alone inverter.  I plan to watch how I'm using the system and possibly add a stand alone Xantrex Freedom X 1000 inverter with an amp draw of .4 compared to 3 amps, than my current Xantrex SW2012.  Since .4 is 13.33 % of 3 amps, this would be considerable. 

Next year also might add 3rd approx 300 watt solar panel.  However, I believe replacing carpet with vinyl wood plank floor will be first.  Thank you to all for the info.  I, and my wife are extremely pleased with the upgrade from Lowes and the install by Davis Cabinets of Junction City, Oregon.  Extremely quiet, quietest I've ever owned. Installed easily thru 27 1/2 high side window.  I read allot of the shortcomings prior to buying, reviews etc., none were offsetting to the advantages of this unit.

Samsung Limited Warranty is as follows:  One (1) year Parts and Labor on Refrigerator  Five (5) years Parts and Labor on sealed Refrigeration system only which includes the compressor, evaporator, condenser, drier, and connection tubing.  Ten (10) years Parts and Five (5) years Labor on Digital Inverter Compressor.  Thus I did not buy the Lowes extended warranty yet, I have 30 days to buy their extended warranty for 5 yrs for $169.  I need to do more reading on that. Since the cost to remove and replace the refrigerator might be $1,000 to $1,500 if it failed, and Davis Cabinets said they have not had a Samsung fail, I'm leaning towards no extended warranty from Lowes.

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Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #41 –
Looks nice, Jack.  We did get the extended warranty but so far all is good.  When we have had an operating question Samsung Customer Service has been good.

Get a Kill-a-Watt meter or a TP Link power monitoring wifi connected plug.  These will help you know how much your refrigerator is actually using as you use it.  That will help you size a smaller inverter properly.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #42 –
I've found Samsung's customer support excellent on all their products.  I also got the Victron 712  battery moniter upon the advice of Rodger at AM solar.  It has built in bluetooth, using a smartphone , for monitoring usage.  Later I can report on the difference between the Xantrex Freedom X 1000 and the Xantrex SW2012 for stand by amps, specs .4 and 3 respectively and also the Samsung.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #43 –
Has anyone purchased a residential refrigerator with water and ice in the door?  We had that in our Mobil Suites fifth wheel and loved it. 

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #44 –
Quote from: juicesqueezer –
Has anyone purchased a residential refrigerator with water and ice in the door?  We had that in our Mobil Suites fifth wheel and loved it.

I think most people that have replaced there fridge have ice and water in the door models. It would be very hard to find a counter depth model that would not have that.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #45 –
Ours does not have an in-the-door water and ice dispenser, something we specifically did not want.  Looks like Jack's has no in-the-door isce and water dispenser either. There is a ice maker in the freezer section that is not hooked up to water and turned off.  Many like the ice feature but we don't use much ice and having another thing with water in it to winterize was not something we wanted.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #46 –
Quote from: Roger & Susan in Home2 –
Ours does not have an in-the-door water and ice dispenser, something we specifically did not want.  Looks like Jack's has no in-the-door isce and water dispenser either. There is a ice maker in the freezer section that is not hooked up to water and turned off.  Many like the ice feature but we don't use much ice and having another thing with water in it to winterize was not something we wanted.

That was the reason I asked, as I noticed many did not have the ice/water in the door.  As far as winterizing, we will be full timing and won't have to worry about that problem, hopefully!

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #47 –
Just one more place to leak. We have a jug of cold water in thr top and a small bag of ice in the bottom

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #48 –
We have the older Samsung RF18 model, same as Roger's, I think.  Back when we had it installed (Sept 2014) it seemed to be the most popular choice for RV installations in all brands of RV, not just Foretravel.  No ice or water in our door, and we don't care.  Unlike Roger, we do use the ice maker in the freezer section, and it works great.  No water leaks in 4 years.  We also do not winterize, so no worries there.

As Sly says:  "Different strokes, for different folks"

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #49 –
My biggest concern is winterizing it.  I don't want pink ice.  And unlike our Texas friends a five lb bag of ice lasts us for a long time.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #50 –
Quote from: Chuck & Jeannie –
We have the older Samsung RF18 model, same as Roger's, I think.  Back when we had it installed (Sept 2014) it seemed to be the most popular choice for RV installations in all brands of RV, not just Foretravel.  No ice or water in our door, and we don't care.  Unlike Roger, we do use the ice maker in the freezer section, and it works great.  No water leaks in 4 years.  We also do not winterize, so no worries there.

As Sly says:  "Different strokes, for different folks"
Your RF18, from all I've talked to still is the most recommended and used, with it being 2 inches less in depth, no need to trim out the extra 2 inches.  Thank you for all the input from all, I am happy with our choice after the forums input old and recent.
18 cu. ft. Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator Refrigerators - RF18HFENBSR...

The RF20 we ended up going with is pretty much the same as your RF18, just a couple inches deeper.
http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/content/SamsungUS/home/home-appliances/refrigerators/french-doors/pdp/rf18hfenbsg-us//RF20HFENBSR.pdf

An update after a couple months with this refrigerator, is, it is wonderful, no looking back.  Especially we like the measurements that made it quick and easy to install, the almost quiet bell that rings should you leave a door ajar, the increased storage and room for 2 one gallon milk containers, the easy to see digital temp readouts for both freezer and refer, the ease to change the digital temp indicators, the led lighting, the quiet operation, the shelf layout, and the low power usage, ease of door and freezer operation. 

We will update the power usage by the end of summer 2019 with actual numbers.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #51 –
The one thing the RF18 does not have is the door alarm.  That is a nice but not a critical feature.

Thanks for monitoring your power usage amd reporting it.  Real world data helps folks understand choices better.  We need more of the electric conversions, DC refrigerators and the smaller residential models as well.  And the LP refrigerators running on electric too.

Power use may not be the deciding factor in a choice but it helps you understand the resources you might need to use your refrigerator the way you want.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #52 –
I think I resolved my problem with not getting ice made on some occasions:
 
Did you know that, if you turn the water pump off, you will not get much ice?
 
What an inexpensive fix for my (non)problem.
 
Trent

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #53 –
My wife and installed one about 4 years ago.  The gaskets mold really bad.  Water leaks into draws.  Fridge part does no cool very well.

Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #54 –

This is a screenshot of my typical daily kwh usage for two consecutive days, 1.21 and 1.24 kwh for 24 hours on our Samsung 19.4 cubic foot RF20HFENBSR.

The screenshot is taken from my Currant Smart Plug WiFi outlet with energy monitoring, on my phone.
Smart Plug WiFi Outlet with Energy Monitoring by Currant - Compatible with...

I watch this daily, as the second screenshot shows my daily kwh going up to 2.35 and the next day 2.44 when the refrigerator iced up due to our leaving the door ajar.



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Re: Samsung residential refrigerator 21.8 instead of 17.5

Reply #55 –
A short follow up on our new residential fridge:  love it!  One of the best upgrades we did to our coach.  Sold the double door Dometic that was working and purchased the Samsung counter depth 18 cu ft. fridge french door.  And yes, it is packed full of food, as we fulltime and need the extra room.  No water and ice in the door and the fridge works great.  One of the biggest complaints on this fridge was the fact people were either not getting ice or getting too much.  Ours is working fine as designed!  Knock on wood!  lol  We also installed this fridge through the front door, not window.  We removed the Dometic through the front door as well.  Not hard with 3 people, thanks to Chris and his buddy that happened by to assist.  Took the coach to Lowe's and removed the doors on the Samsung and we got it in while sitting under their canopy.  With Chris Lang's expertise, it looks like it is built in!  Many thanks Chris and the job you did!  Dottie and I are sure enjoying this upgrade!