DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the left freezer rail support on a Samsung Refrigerator (Model RF27T5501SRAA51). The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is damaged or missing.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the lower left freezer drawer rail support in the Samsung refrigerator,
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You will need a Phillips head screwdriver, a small flathead screwdriver, and a 10 millimeter socket.
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Before you begin the procedure, unplug the appliance's power cord.
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Open the freezer drawer and remove both baskets.
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Use the 10 millimeter socket to unthread the two screws securing the left support bracket.
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Unthread the two screws securing the right support bracket as well.
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Tilt the drawer front forward, then lift up to remove.
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Use the small flathead screwdriver to detach the retaining pin securing the gear shaft.
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Slide the gear shaft to the right to remove.
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Depress the tab and carefully remove the freezer drawer rail assembly.
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You can now use the Phillips head screwdriver to unthread the three screws securing the rail support to the liner.
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Pull the old support out and forward to remove.
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To install the new freezer drawer rail support, insert the tab into the slot in the liner and push back.
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Thread the three screws to secure.
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Reinstall the drawer rail assembly by aligning it on the support and pushing back until it snaps into place.
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Be aware you will need to adjust the gear to confirm the gear shaft will align with both gears.
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Reinstall the gear shaft by inserting the end of the shaft with the retaining pin hole in the right side gear first, then insert the opposite end of the shaft into the left side gear.
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Snap the retaining pin into place to secure the shaft.
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Reinstall the drawer front by aligning the support bracket tabs with the slots on the rails.
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Thread and tighten the left and right side screws to secure the brackets to the rails.
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Replace the two baskets.
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Plug the power cord back in, and the refrigerator should be ready for use.