LG LRFC22750ST French Door 22.4 Cu. Ft. Refrigerator w/ Multi
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1. BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR User s Guide Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times CONGELATEUR INFERIEUR REFRIGERATEUR Guide d Utilisation et d Entretien Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre en marche l unit et conservez le port e de la main pour le consulter a tout moment REFRIGERADOR CON CONGELADOR INFERIOR Gu a para el Uso y Cuidado Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes de usar el refrigerador y gu rdelas como referencia para el futuro Models Modeles Modelos LRFD22850 LRFC22750 P No 3828JL8075A TABLE OF CONTENTS English Version 2 French Version 38 Spanish Version 70 Warranty U S A 3 4 Warranty Canada 5 6 Safety Instructions 7 8 Grounding Requirements 8 Parts and Features 9 Refrigerator Installation 10 17 Unpacking your refrigerator 10 Installation 10 Base Grille 10 Removing Reversing and Replacing Your refrigerator doors 11 17 Pull out drawer 16 Leveling and door alignment 17 Using your refrigerator 18 27 Ensuring proper air circulation 18 Multi Flow 18 Setting the controls 18 19 Adjusting control settings 19 Food storage guide 20 Storing frozen food 20 Refrigerator Section 21 Refrigerator shelves 21 Chef Fresh 22 Crisper humidity control 22 Optibin Crisper 22 Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface 23 Design A Door 24 Dairy Bin 24 Can Dispenser 24 Egg Box 24 Water Dispenser 24 Freeze2. 4 e Connect the door switch wire 2 Tighten the cover screw 1 gt Left Door e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin 8 Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet e Replace the top hinge 7 installing hinge screws 6 to secure it e Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded Support the door on the handle side while tightening And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even e Insert the water supply tube 4 into the connector tube until you see only one scale mark Fully insert the tube over 5 8 15mm e Connect the wire harness 5 Connect the door switch wire 2 e Tighten the cover screw 1 Incorrect 15 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER IMPORTANT To avoid possible injury product or property damage you will need two people to perform the following instructions 1 Removing Pullout Drawer Pull the drawer open to full extension Remove the lower basket 1 by lifting basket from rail system Lift the top of door to unhook door supports from rail system Lift door up to remove CAUTION When you remove the drawer do not hold handle If it comes off it could cause personal injury CAUTION When laying down the drawer be careful not to damage the floor or hurt your fee
3. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER WARNING CAUTION These words mean You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions A WARNING a dd Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or product damage only All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed 44 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your product basic safety precautions should be followed including the following NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance DO NOT allow children to climb stand or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves Keep fingers o
4. EX UT 0 FIS RECOMMENDED COLDER WARMER NOTE If you want to change F to C press and hold COLDER key of freezer and COLDER key of refrigerator over 3 sec at the same time and if you want to change C to F hold them for 3 sec again Do not block any of cool air vents with food packages If the vents are blocked airflow will be interrupted and temperature and moisture problems may occur IMPORTANT Because air circulates between both sections any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food wrap or cover foods tightly See the Food Storage Guide section for details 18 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator The mid settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream SETTING THE CONTROLS Models with water dispenser Your refrigerator has a control pad on the dispenser that lets you regulate the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator compartments Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37 F 3 C and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0 F 18C Leave it at this setting for 24 hours o
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6. refrigerator prior to replacement TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH Check if Then The refrigerator that was replaced was an Modern refrigerators with more storage space require older model more operating time The room temperature is hotter than normal The motor will run longer under warm conditions At normal room temperatures expect your motor to run about 40 to 80 of the time Under warmer conditions expect it to run even more often The door is opened often or a large amount Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator of food has just been added It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator See the Food Storage Guide Section In order to conserve energy try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed The refrigerator was recently plugged in and The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool the refrigerator control was set correctly completely The refrigerator control was not set correctly for the See the Adjusting control settings Section surrounding conditions The doors are not closed completely Push the doors firmly shut If they will not shut all the way see Doors will not close completely below The condenser coils are dirty This prevents air
7. above the desired location and push down until it stops CAN DISPENSER The Can Dispenser slides out from underneath the shelf The Can Dispenser holds up to twelve 12 ounce beverage cans 1 To remove the can dispenser pull it out as far as it comes Tilt the front up and pull it straight out 2 To Install the can dispenser place it into the shelf frame rails and push it into place 24 EGG BOX Store Egg Box on interior shelf not on door shelf CAUTION Do not use the egg box as an ice storage bin in the freezer compartment The egg box can easily easily break if it freezes WATER DISPENSER on some models Push up the dispenser switch with a glass until you hear click to get cold water Dispenser Switch USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FREEZER SECTION TILTING DOOR on some models ICE BIN The tilting door provides easy access for stored foods 1 To remove ice bin pull it out as it comes How to use Tilt up the front of the ice bin and pull straight out Tilt the door down and pull it out 2 To Install insert ice bin into frame rails and push back into place WARNING Be careful when you open tilting door so WIRE DURABASE that you do not injure your foot 1 To remove wire durabase open freezer drawer until it stops The freezer basket rest on a frame inside the freezer drawer Lift the basket up at the back Lift the front up and lift the entire basket up and out of
8. ambient temperature will drop below freezing have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system on some models to prevent serious property damage due to flooding from ruptured water lines or connections CONNECTING THE WATER LINE NOTE Water line installation is needed when the Automatic Ice Maker and or Water Dispenser features are available on your product BEFORE YOU BEGIN This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage Water hammer water banging in the pipes in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator To prevent burns and product damage do not hook up the water line to the hot water line If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O off position Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock or is battery powered All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements NOTE Wear eye protection WHAT YOU WILL N
9. can t turn the filter from side to side it isn t fully inserted Push it in firmly and twist it into place You will hear it click into place Using its handle twist the cartridge clockwise about 1 4 turn You will hear when it clicks into place wy 7 3 Flushing the Water System After Replacing Filter Dispense water through the water dispenser for 3 minutes to purge the system AN NOTE To purchase replacement water filter cartridges visit your local appliance dealer or part distributor You can also visit our website www lgappliances com or call 1 877 714 7481 The replacement water filter cartridge s part number is 5231JA2006B CARE AND CLEANING A WARNING Explosion Hazard Use non flammable cleaner Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically However clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors Wipe up spills immediately GENERAL CLEANING TIPS Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power e Remove all removable parts such as shelves crispers etc e Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners e Hand wash rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power OUTSIDE Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection Do not wax plastic parts Wax painted metal surfaces at least
10. have other rights which vary from province to province THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO 1 Servicetrips to your home to deliver and pickup install instruct or replace house fuses or correct wiring plumbing or correctionof unauthorizedrepairs 2 Damage to the product caused by accident vermin fire flood alteration misues abuse improper installation or acts of God 3 Commercialuse or use for other than the intended purpose Therefore these costs are the responsibilityof the consumer CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS To Prove Warranty Coverage Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase Acopy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided To Obtain Product Customer or Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADAJand choose the Service Assistance by phone appropriateprompt or by Internet http wwwlg ca To Obtain Nearest Authorized Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADA and choose the Service Center Parts Distributor appropriateprompt Please have your product type or Sales Dealer by phone refrigerator and ZIP Code ready or by Internet http wwwlg ca IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY MESSAGES This guide contains many important safety messages Always read and obey all safety messages A This is the safety alert symbol It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product
11. inside the crisper The OptiBin Crispers include 1 a humidity control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2 a large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold or release moisture You can store small vegetables or fruits requiring more or less humidity in separate drawers To remove the crisper door flap 1 Raise the door as high as it will open 2 Using your finger press the plastic hinge toward the center of the door flap 3 Lift the door out of its place 4 Replacement is the opposite of removal 22 x 2 lt o Lu o LL LL x o O gt O oO 2 rface Ice on inner su To remove the latt 1 Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the To remove the glass criper cover 2 Pull up and out y RAR AX untae XN RSNA RRS 0 XX RO RIA AXXX Ne RE RR RR XXX OR 1 Remove crisper cover as illustrated above 2 Hold the glass cover and turn the crisper cover over 3 For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the cover outward to remove lattice V To remove the crisper XX XXX Oy X 1 Slide crisper straight out to the stop OONN RY NK SOS XX x 2 Lift the front of the crisper then pull it out to remove XY ve A ey 4 AX XY Kw N Y OONN EXER RY RR AREA 00 ice on inner surface To replace latt 1
12. product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in any Canadian Province WARRANTY PERIOD MODEL LABOR 2 Years PARTS 2 Years SERIALNUMBER SEALED SYSTEM 5 Years Compressor condenser and evaporator HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADA and choose the appropriate prompt Please have producttype refrigerator and ZIP Code ready See our website at http wwwlg ca This warranty provides in home service No other express warranty is applicable to this product THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDINGTHE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG ELECTRONICSUSA INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITYTO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLETO THIS PRODUCT Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitationof incidental or consequentialdamages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusionsmay not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
13. semi permeable wrap Freezing IMPORTANT Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment they may break when frozen causing damage Your freezer will not quick freeze any large quantity of food Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours no more than 2 to 3 Ibs of food per cubic foot of freezer space Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food the type of packaging or wrap used airtight and moisture proof and the storage temperature Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed creating ice crystals NOTE Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes then package and freeze Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy NOTE Do not store food near the sensor it may cause the sensor to malfunction A WARNING Suffocation Hazard When using dry ice provide adequate ventilation Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide CO When it vaporizes it can displace oxygen causing dizziness light headedness unconsciousness and death by suffocation Open a window and do not breathe the vapors USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SECTION REFRIGERATOR SHELVES The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable
14. transfer and makes the motor work harder Clean the condenser coils Refer to the Care and Cleaning section DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY Check if Then The refrigerator is not level See the Installation Section to level refrigerator Food packages are blocking the door open Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves The ice bin crisper cover pans shelves door bins Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover pans shelves or baskets are out of position and baskets into their correct positions See the Using Your Refrigerator Section The gaskets are sticking Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable Level the refrigerator Refer to the Door Closing and Alignment Section The doors were removed during product installation Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing and not properly replaced Reversing and Replacing Refrigerator Doors section or call a qualified service technician FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD Check if Then The door is not closing properly See Doors will not close completely above The door is opened often When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed in the freezer resulting in frost 35 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE HAS OFF TASTE OR ODOR Check if Then The icemaker was recently installed Discard first few batches of ice t
15. turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it Remove food and any bins from doors gt Left Door e Disconnect water supply tube by pushing back on the disconnect ring 3 e Loosen the cover screw 1 e Disconnect door switch wire 2 e Attach the tube on the door with door e Pull out the tube 4 CAUTION If a tube end is deformed or worn out cut the damaged portion away e Disconnect wire harness 5 e Loosen screws 6 and lift off the top hinge 7 e Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up CAUTION When removing top hinge be careful that the door does not fall forward gt Right Door e Loosen the cover screw 1 e Disconnect door switch wire 2 e Disconnect wire harness 4 e Remove the ground screw 8 e Loosen screws 6 and lift off the top hinge 7 e Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2 Replacing Refrigerator Door gt Right Door e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin 9 Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet Replace the top hinge 7 installing hinge screws 6 to secure it Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded Support the door on the handle side while securing hinge Make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even Install the ground screw 8 and connect the wire harness
16. twice a year using appliance wax or auto paste wax Apply wax with a clean soft cloth For products with a stainless steel exterior use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth INSIDE WALLS allow freezer to warm up so cloth won t stick To help remove odors you can wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water 26 g soda to 1 liter water Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS Do not use cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum plastic parts 28 PLASTIC PARTS covers and panels Do not use paper towels window sprays abrasive cleansers or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage the material CONDENSER COILS Remove grille base See the grille base section on page 7 Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to clean condenser coils Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month Replace grille base LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before replacing a burned out light bulb either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box NOTE Moving the control to the OFF posi
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18. ATER LINE Saddle type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line that is easily accessible It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe When it is Drill a 1 4 hole in the water pipe even if using a self piercing valve using a necessary to connect into a sharp bit Remove any burrs 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for the valve horizontal water pipe make the gt connection to the top or side rather than at the bottom to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill Failure to drill a 1 4 hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes 31 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp Saddle Type _A Shutoff Valve Vertical Cold Water Pipe NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with
19. CT INCONVIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup install instruct or replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing or correction of unauthorized repairs Damage to the product caused by accident pests fire floods or acts of God Repairs when your LG product is used in other than normal single family household use Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse or improper installation Therefore these costs are paid by the consumer If the product is installed outside the normal service area any cost of transportation involved in the repair of the product or the replacement of defective parts shall be borne by the owner CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS To obtain Warranty Coverage Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase A Copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is p
20. D off You need to change the water filter approximately every 6 months A WARNING If a door is open the dispenser does not work 19 is firm The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance refrigerator and freezer sections The higher the number setting the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer compartment to make it colder If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer start by adjusting the refrigerator first Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature If it is too warm or too cold then adjust the freezer control as well Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments CONDITION REASON REFRIGERATOR section too warm e Door opened often e Large amount of food added e Room temperature very warm FREEZER section too warm ice not made fast enough e Door opened often e Large amount of food added e Very cold room temperature can t cycle often enough e Heavy ice usage e Air vents blocked by items REFRIGERATOR section too cold e Controls not set correctly for your conditions FREEZER section too cold e Controls not set correctly for your condi
21. EED e Copper Tubing 1 4 outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the water supply Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square To determine how much tubing you need measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe Then add 8 feet 2 4 m Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 feet 2 4 m coiled into 3 turns of about 10 25 cm diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet 2 4 m as described above e A cold water supply The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p s i on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p s i on models with a water filter Power drill 1 2 or adjustable wrench Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver e Two 1 4 outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules sleeves to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end you will need an adapter available at plumbing supply stores to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5 32 at the point of connection to the COLD W
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23. FC DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone If you are throwing away your old refrigerator make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT Please read carefully TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY 44 WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard FOR PERSONAL SAFETY this appliance must be properly grounded Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle 3 prong grounding a plug gt j D S Ensure proper ground exists before use RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts 60 Hz AC only and fused at 15 or 20 amperes This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord Where a standard two prong wall outlet is encount
24. For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 closed to glass coverjand pull sides of the cover to insert lattice oO lt aE uN oO Qa gt 5 x oO qu ho D amp D Oo gt a o o 7 o o o o 2 oon Ou as o o Yo v O ad mT Z Z z O LLI E lt l T E ad gt O O o m A YN 12 O O a 2 N XX XXX gt ROA XX RR SIDO UY RY e we Ny x RS XXX ARN AN XY f NN y YOY YY To remove the crisper cover Y Y ja JA 1 Remove both crisper drawers 2 While holding the crisper cover support 2 pull the 1 cover up and out Be careful when handing glass cover since WARNING glass is not attached to cover 23 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DESIGN A DOOR The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting 1 To remove the bin simply lift the bin up and pull straight out 2 To replace the bin slide it in above the desired support button and push down until it stops WARNING Somebody can be hurt if door bins are not firmly assembled NOTE DO NOT adjust a bin that is loaded with food CAUTION DO NOT allow children to play with baskets Sharp corners on baskets could cause injury DAIRY BIN 1 To remove the dairy bin simply lift it and pull straight out 2 To replace the dairy bin slide it in
25. TER LINE 9 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES e Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet If your refrigerator does not have a water filter we recommend installing one If your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator s water valve Install the filter in the water line near the refrigerator Remove the plastic flexible cap from the refrigerator connection Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of the tubing Insert the end of the tubing into the connection as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting Refrigerator Connection Ferule sleeve Tubing Clamp 1 4 Compression Nut 1 4 Tubing Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to the back of the refrigerator First loosen the screw fastening the clamp Next insert the tubing in the groove Finally re fasten the screw 10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak Reattach the compressor compartment access cover 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall Push the refrigerator back to the wall START THE ICEMAKER Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position The icemaker will not begi
26. cation of the two sections air vents The doors are opened often When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator The more the door is opened the faster the humidity builds up and the more warm air the refrigerator must cool In order to keep the refrigerator cool try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed The control is not set correctly for the surrounding Refer to the Setting the Controls Section conditions Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out If the temperature is too cold or too warm move the dial one number at a time A large amount of food has just been added Adding food warms the refrigerator It can take a few hours to the refrigerator or freezer for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature The food is not packaged correctly Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation If necessary repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide Section The doors are not closing completely See Doors will not close completely The weather is humid In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened A self defrost cycle was completed It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self defrosts 37
27. d attach the Screws pande mounted on back of on door handle CAUTION When you assemble or disassemble handle you must push and pull with moment force HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES NOTE Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page 1 Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle e Align keyhole slots 1 on the top and bottom of the back of the handle with the screws 2 mounted on the front of the door e Press the handle against the door front making sure that the screws 2 go into the keyhole slots 1 Holding the handle with both hands Screws cae mounted press it firmly against the front of the on door door and slide the handle down 3 11 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR models without water dispenser 1 Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE Handle appearance may vary IMPORTANT Before you begin turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it Remove food and any bins from doors gt Left Door e Loosen the cover screw 1 Disconnect door switch wire 2 e Loosen hinge bolts 3 e Lift off the top hinge 4 e Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up gt Right Door e Loosen the cover screw 1 e Disconnect door switch wire 2 e Disconnect wire harness 5 e Loosen hinge bolts 3 e Loosen ground screw 6 e Lift off the top hinge 4 e Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up CAUTION When remo
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29. ered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord NOTE Before performing any type of installation cleaning or removing a light bulb turn the control Thermostat Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control depending on the model to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source When you are finished reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control Thermostat Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control depending on the model to the desired setting USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed in the United States 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features NOTE This guide cov
30. ers several different models The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below The locations of the features shown below may not match your model O Digital Sensor Control Refrigerator Light Q Sheives O Chef Fresh Q Can Dispenser Optibin Crisper Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper O customcube Icemaker O ce Bin O Full Width Wire Basket O wire Durabase Filter inside dairy Bin Oro Box Q Design A Door Bins O Freezer Light Q wire Basket On some models REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION A WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator Failure to do so can result in back or other injury UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using Do not remove any warning type labels the model and serial number label or the TechSheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator To remove any remaining tape or glue rub the area briskly with your thumb Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers Wipe with warm water and dry Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator For more information see the Important Safety Instructions section Refrigerator
31. eveling screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator NOTE Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws This makes it easier to adjust the screws p QS SS O 3 Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily If not tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise lt may take several more turns and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount 4 Re adjust if necessary 5 Replace the base cover NOTE Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors Either door can be opened or closed independently of one another You may have to exert slight pressure on doors to get them to close completely 17 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION SETTING THE CONTROLS In order to ensure proper temperatures air must flow Models without water dispenser between the refrigerator and freezer sections As shown in the illustration below air enters at top of freezer and Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate circulates down From bottom of freezer air is forced up the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator to top of refrigerator Air enters refrigerator through top compartmen
32. g cube size selector Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water Call a plumber to clear the valve line may be clogged THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN Check if Then The gaskets are dirty or sticky Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning The door is reopened within a short time after having When you open the door warmer air enters the refrigerator been opened As the warm air cools it can create a vacuum If the door is hard to open wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize then see if it opens more easily TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK Check if Then Icemaker power switch in the O off position Move the switch to the I on position Water supply turned off or not connected See the Connecting the Water Line section Freezer compartment too warm Wait 24 hours for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker Level cubes by hand to shut off TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP Check if Then The air vents are blocked Cold air circulates Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and from the freezer to the fresh food section and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow Refer back again through air vents in the wall dividing to multi flow Section for the lo
33. king mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No 69 says You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below 40 F 4 C Thawed ground meats poultry or fish that have any off odor or off color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten Thawed ice cream should be discarded If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable get rid of it The food may be dangerous to eat Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality of foods particularly fruits vegetables and prepared foods The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 A DANGER risk oF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER e Take off the doors e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside C
34. ll accessories such as ice cube bin drawers shelves etc in their proper places They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment 3 Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting food in it Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling Your refrigerator is now ready for use AWARNING e Be careful when you work with hinge base grille stopper etc You may be injured e Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents base grille or bottom of refrigerator You may be injured or receive an electrical shock BASE GRILLE To remove the base grille 1 Grasp the grille with both hands 2 Pull the grille toward yourself To install the base grille 1 Place clips in openings in the metal panel 2 Push the grille toward the refrigerator until it snaps into place 10 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES To move refrigerator through a house door it maybe necessary to remove the refrigerator door handles NOTE Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page 1 Removing Refrigerator Handle e Grasp the handle tightly with both hands and slide the handle up 1 this may require some force The keyhole slots 2 on the back of the handle allow the handle to separate from the mounting screws 3 CAUTION It could be damaged and broken when you hit with hammer i Keyhole slots while you remove an
35. n to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15 F 9 C or below It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the I on position TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE e The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR cycle begins and ends The thermostat control or refrigerator control depending on the model will also Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one click when cycling on and off didn t make Because the sounds are new to you you might be concerned about them Most of the new sounds Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant the are normal Hard surfaces like the floor walls and water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one and you may hear a pulsating or high pitched sound You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator fsx Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise Wate
36. ne day to stabilize Then adjust the compartment temperature as desired EXPRESS 0 DIGITAL CONTROL Er F FRZ DIGITAL CONTROL FILTER STATUS NOW O USE NE ROOM TEMPERATURE Q EU ec EU oc ae FILTER RESET LOCK ON FRZTEMP REF TEMP homgsec DISPENSER amp BUTTON EXPRESSFRZ FREEZER REFRIGERATOR FILTER LOCK Refrigerator Temp Control 32 F 47 F 0 C to 8 C The lower the number setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become Freezer Temp Control 6 F 8 F 21 C to 13 C When the setting is at a lower number the freezer compartment becomes colder But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold air flows into the refrigerator NOTE If you want to change F to C press and hold COLDER key of freezer and COLDER key of refrigerator over 3 sec at the same time and if you want to change C to F hold them for 3 sec again Express Freezing Press the EXPRESS FRZ button and the LED will turn on This function will remain activated for 24 hours and increase the cooling speed of the freezer and the amount of ice produced Dispenser Lock Press and hold the LOCK button for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser When it is locked the LED will be off and the dispenser will not operate T unlock press and hold the LOCK button for 3 seconds Filter Reset When the FILTER RESET LED turns on you have to change the water filter Press the FILTER RESET button for 3 seconds to turn LE
37. net When you get to your new home put everything back and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for preparation instructions ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER NOTE Automatic Ice Maker feature is included only in certain models Please check your product specification A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice Icemaker Feeler Arm Cube Size Indicator Light Power Switch Cube Size Select Button The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle approximately 100 130 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature number of door openings and other operating conditions If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is made to the icemaker set the power switch to O off When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to I on The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler a
38. o avoid discolored or off flavored ice The ice has been stored for too long Throw away old ice and make new supply The food has not been wrapped tightly in Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food either compartment is not wrapped properly The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning See Care and Cleaning section Ice storage bin needs cleaning Empty and wash bin Discard old cubes THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN Check if Then The refrigerator is defrosting The water will evaporate It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan It is more humid than normal Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate This is normal when it is hot or humid THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE Check if Then The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY Check if Then The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice Wait 24 hours after hook up for ice production See the Setting the Controls Section Door left open Check to see if something is holding the door open CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL Check if Then Smaller cube size level is selected Select larger cube size usin
39. of shelf toward you e To slide shelf in push shelf in until it stops To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame 1 Pull the shelf out to the stop position 2 Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop position 3 Lift up the shelf to remove Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps Convenience Shelves optional on some models e Folding Shelf You can store taller items such as gallon containers or bottles by simply sliding the shelf back USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CHEF FRESH While holding the chef fresh with one hand pull it forward slightly Lift slightly and pull it out NOTE DO NOT store lettuce or other leafy produce in this drawer COLD COLDER Exauliflower Ebteaks Exucumbers Ehard cheeses Cucchinis told cuts Ebpples Ebacon Etorn Ehot dogs Ebranges Ebrapes A WARNING Fruits and vegetables may be damage at the coldest setting CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture sealed crispers Store vegetables or fruits requiring more or less humidity in separate crispers Adjust the control to any setting between and lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits 2 keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh leafy vegetables E OBTIBIN CRISPERS The OptiBin Crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity
40. oose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave 1 Use up any perishables and freeze other items 2 Empty the ice bin If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave follow these steps 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator 2 Depending on your model set the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section 3 Clean refrigerator wipe it and dry well 4 Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in This stops odor and mold from building up WHEN YOU MOVE When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for the move 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice 2 Depending on your model turn the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section Unplug the refrigerator Empty water from the defrost pan Clean wipe and dry thoroughly Oo ah Q Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together so they don t shift and rattle during the move 7 Depending on the model raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs all the way so they don t scrape the floor See the Door Closing section 8 Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabi
41. r Section 25 Ice Bin 25 Wire Durabase 25 Drawer tray 25 Tilting Door 25 Pull out drawer basket 26 Filter 27 Care and Cleaning 28 29 General cleaning tips 28 Outside 28 Inside walls 28 Door liner and gaskets 28 Plastic parts 28 Condenser coils 28 Light bulb replacement 28 29 Power interruptions 29 When you go on vacation 29 About the Custom Cube Ice Maker 30 Connecting the Water Line 31 33 Troubleshooting Guide 34 37 visit our web site http www Igservice com LG Electronics LIMITED WARRANTY United States of America LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace without charge your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in the U S including Alaska Hawaii and U S Territories LG Refrigerator Freezer Warranty Period Product Parts Labor Refrigerator Freezer 1 year 1 year In Home Service Except Model GR 051 Sealed System 7 years 1 year In Home Service Except Model GR 051 Compressor Condenser Evaporator No other express warranty is applicable to this product THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODU
42. r dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the 4 A condenser fan e You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE Check if Then The power supply cord is unplugged Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or circuit Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker breaker tripped The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position Refer to the Setting the Controls Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE Check if Then The refrigerator is not resting solidly on Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting the floor See Installation Section LIGHTS DO NOT WORK Check if Then The power supply cord is unplugged Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage Light bulb is loose in the socket Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator Gently remove the bulb and reinsert Then plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control Light bulb has burned out Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage size and shape available at your local hardware store See the Changing the Light Bulb s Section Turn the temperature control to the OFF position and unplug the
43. rim or tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain Place in a plastic bag or plastic container and store in the crisper Vegetables with skins carrots peppers Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper Fish Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased Chef fresh Store most chef fresh in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture proof Rewrap if necessary Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used STORING FROZEN FOOD NOTE For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook 20 Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct packaging When you close and seal the package it must not allow air or moisture in or out If you do you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry out frozen food Packaging recommendations e Rigid plastic containers with tight fitting lids e Straight sided canning freezing jars e Heavy duty aluminum foil e Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps Specified freezer grade self sealing plastic bags Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods Do not use e Bread wrappers e Non polyethylene plastic containers e Containers without tight lids e Wax paper or wax coated freezer wrap e Thin
44. rm 30 When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm the icemaker will stop producing ice It is normal for several cubes to be stuck together If ice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy taste stale and shrink NOTE If the cube size is smaller or larger than you expected you can regulate the size with the cube size button nomally caused by variations in water pressure Every time you press the cube size button the indicator light go up The higher position light is on the larger cubes will be 1st step is the next after the 5th step WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O OFF e When the water supply will be shut off for several hours e When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a minute or two e When the refrigerator will not be used for several days NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills with water If the power switch is in the I on position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water To stop the buzzing move the power switch to O off NOTE Keeping the power switch in the I on position before the water line is connected can damage the icemaker e You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills PREPARING FOR VACATION Set the icemaker power switch to O off and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator If the
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46. shelves are installed in the shipping position Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs When Moving Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is heavy When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service be sure to protect the floor Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it as floor damage could occur A WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from refrigerator Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire INSTALLATION 1 Avoid placing the unit near heat sources direct sunlight or moisture 2 To avoid vibration the unit must be level If required adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly Turn the leveling screws clockwise iiias to raise the unit counterclockwise Mk to lower it 3 Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55 F 13 C and 110 F 43 C If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high cooling ability may be adversely affected CAUTION Avoid placing the unit near heat sources direct sunlight or moisture NEXT 1 Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping 2 Insta
47. t by the sharp edges on hinge side 2 Installing Pullout Drawer Pull both rails 1 out to full extension Hook the door supports 2 into the rail tabs 3 as illustrated and lower the door into final position And tighten the screw 4 With the drawer pulled out to full extension insert the lower basket 5 in the rail assembly until it doesn t move forward AWARNING To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer A WARNING DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer Door 16 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT Door Alignment Leveling If the space between your doors is uneven follow the instructions below to align the doors Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws one on the right and one on the left If your refrigerator seems 1 With one hand lift up the door you want to raise at unsteady or you want the doors to close easier adjust the middle hinge Refrigerator s tilt using the instructions below 2 With other hand use pliers to insert snap ring as 1 Plug the refrigerator s power cord into a 3 prong shown grounded outlet Move the refrigerator into its final 3 Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned positon Three snap rings are provided with unit 2 Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it It may take several turns of the l
48. the drawer 2 To install insert the wire Durabase into frame rails and push back into place DRAWER TRAY The drawer tray prevents small food items from falling between the basket rungs 25 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR PULL OUT DRAWER 1 To remove lift basket up and pull straight out 2 To Install pull both rails out to full extension Hook the basket supports into the rail tabs and push to the back of compartment 26 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FILTER on some models It is recommended that you replace the filter when the water filter indicator light turns on or your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably 7 After changing the water filter cartridge reset the water filter status display and indicator light by pressng and holding the BUTTON for 3 seconds 1 Remove the old cartridge Rotate the knob of the cartridge counter clockwise TE When the cartridge is removed it will click out of place Pull out the cartridge NOTE There will be water in the cartridge Some spilling may occur through the hole at rear bottom side of cover You may use a cup or something like that to prevent spilt water drop into food 27 2 Replace with a new cartridge Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and remove protective cover from the o rings With cartridge knob in the vertical position push the new filter cartridge into the cover until it stops 7 If you
49. tion does not remove power to the light circuit NOTE Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size shape and wattage To change the refrigerator light 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Remove refrigerator shelves 3 Release the hooks on both ends of the light shield and pull the shield down to remove it 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise 5 Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly CARE AND CLEANING To change the freezer light 1 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power 2 Reach behind light shield to remove bulb 3 Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power POWER INTERRUPTIONS If the electricity goes off call the power company and ask how long it will be off 1 If the power will be out for 24 hours or less keep both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen 2 If the power will be out for more than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker OR b Place 2 Ibs of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot of freezer space This will keep the food frozen for two to four days While handling dry ice wear gloves to protect your hands from frostbite OR c If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available consume or can perishable food at once 29 WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION If you ch
50. tions RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check Turn FREEZER control to next higher number wait 24 hours Then re check Move items out of airstream Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check Turn FREEZER control to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Storing Fresh Food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator For dated products check date code to ensure freshness Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment When storing an extra supply wrap in freezer packaging and freeze Cheese Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Milk Wipe milk cartons For best storage place milk on interior shelf not on door shelf Eggs Store in original carton on interior shelf not on door shelf Fruit Wash let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in the crisper Do not wash or hull berries until you are ready to use them Sort and keep berries in their original container in a crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Leafy vegetables Remove store wrapping and t
51. to meet your individual storage needs These units are all glass shelves Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier it will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open saving energy IMPORTANT Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping For your protection glass shelves are made with tempered glass which will shatter into small pebble sized pieces NOTE Glass shelves are heavy Use special care when removing them to avoid dropping them Adjusting Shelves Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want e To remove a shelf Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction of 1 and lift it in the direction of 2 Pull the shelf out e To replace a shelf Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots 21 NOTE Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food Sliding Out Shelves optional on some models You can slide some glass shelves in and out of your refrigerator as follows e To slide the shelf out carefully pull front
52. ts vent then circulates and exists at bottom where it returns Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37 F to freezer 3 C and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0 F 18 C Leave it at this setting for 24 hours one day to MULTI FLOW stabilize Then adjust the compartment temperature Multi Flow means powerful and effective cooling IE operation This is especially noticeable when new food Refrigerator control 32 F 47 F 0 C to 8 C is placed in the refrigerator compartment The lower the number setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become If water or foreign substances enter the cool air vent P while cleaning efficiency will be lowered In addition if gasket is damaged efficiency may be lowered because REFRIGERATOR TEMP FREEZING _ F it a 11 ave of escaping cool air O O a EXC COLDER WARMER 37 F IS RECOMMENDED Freezer control 6 F 8 F 21 C to 13 C When the setting is at a lower number the freezer compartment becomes colder But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold air flows into the refrigerator r Express Freezing Press the Express Freezing key and the LED will turn on This function will remain activated for 24 hours and intensify the cooling speed of freezer and increase the amount of ice E Y Y EXPRESS FREEZER TEMP ake Du
53. ut of pinch point areas clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful when you open the doors when children are in the area e Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual Before replacing a burned out light bulb unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb may break when being replaced NOTE Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit e Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment they may break when frozen causing damage For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded Read all instructions before using this appliance Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide After your refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces e In refrigerators with automatic icemakers avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icema
54. ving top hinge be careful that the door does not fall forward 12 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2 Replacing Refrigerator Door gt Right Door e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin 7 e Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet e Replace the top hinge 4 installing hinge screws 3 to secure it e Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded e Support the door on the handle side while securing And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front e Install the ground screw 6 e Connect the door switch wire 2 e Tighten the cover screw 1 gt Left Door e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin 5 e Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet e Replace the top hinge 4 installing hinge screws 3 to secure it e Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded e Support the door on the handle side while securing And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front e Connect the door switch wire 2 e Tighten the cover screw 1 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS models with water dispenser 1 Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE Handle appearance may vary IMPORTANT Before you begin
55. your licensed plumber 5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell NOTE Do not overtighten or you may crush the tubing Washer yo End Pipe Clamp Clamp Screw 6 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet as close to the wall as possible NOTE Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10 diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation 32 Saddle Type Shutoff Valve 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve Tighten the compression nut securely Compression Nut L Packing a Nut g Outlet Ferrule sleeve Valve NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the x water is clear S N Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing CONNECTING THE WA
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