FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR
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1. LG Life s Good m Z 9 T IT OWNER S MANUAL FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner s manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times P No MFL68680403 www lg com TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions 3 9 Dairy Bin 24 Parts and Features 10 gt Freezer section Refrigerator Installation 11 18 Ice Bin 24 Unpacking Your Refrigerator 11 pulaves 23 msaliaion 14 Durabase Divider 25 Base Cover 11 Pull out Drawer 25 Removing and Replacing Care and Cleaning 26 27 and Doors 12 17 Outside 26 Leveling And Door Alignment 18 Inside Walls 26 Using Your Refrigerator 19 25 l EES Door Liner and Gaskets 26 Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 19 Plastic Parts 26 Multi Flow 19 Rear Vent 26 Setting the Controls 19 Power Interruptions 27 Adjusting Control Settings 20 When you go on vacation 27 Food Storage Guide 20 When you move 27 Storing Frozen Food 21 About the Automatic icemaker 28 gt Refrigerator section Connecting the Water Line 29 Refrigerator Shelves 22 l _ Troubleshooting Guide 30 33 Crisper Humidity Control 23 Removing Crisper 23 Glide N Serve 23 Modular Door Bin 24 SAFETY MESSAGES BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This guide contains many important safety messages Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can cause death or serious personal injur2. A household fuse has blown or circuit e The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends The thermostat control or refrigerator control depending on the model will also click when cycling on and off e Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant the water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator e 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 e You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments e As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator e Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise e Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound e You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan e You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle Then gt Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage gt Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker gt Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 19 gt Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end b gt Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need a
3. gt Store in original carton or Utility Bin on interior shelf not on door shelf Eggs Fruit gt 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 sloosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Leafy vegetables Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper Vegetables with skins carrots peppers gt Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper Fish gt Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased Leftovers gt Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR STORING FROZEN FOOD NOTE For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook 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 it does 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
4. Refer to sections in Using your Refrigerator for removal instructions 6 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 7 Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet When you get to your new home put everything back and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for preparation instructions 1_MFL37933573 Eng 2010 5 3 6 38 PM 3 2 ep J ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O OFF DO NOT insert your hands in to the Icemaker e When the water supply will be shut off for in operation It may cause to injure you several hours e When the ice bucket is removed for more than a minute or two OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS e When the refrigerator will not be used for several days A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR e 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 Automatic Power Switch e You will hear t
5. 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 on page 20 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 gt The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely gt See the Adjusting Control Settings section on page 20 gt Push the doors firmly shut If they will not shut all the way see Doors will not close completely below gt This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder Clean the condenser coils Refer to the Care and Cleaning section on pages 26 27 gt See Leveling and Door Alignment on page 18 gt Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves gt Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover pans shelves and baskets into their correct positions See the Using Your Refrigerator section on pages 19 25 gt Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning gt Level the refrigerator Refer to the Leveling and Door Alignment section on page 18 gt Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing and Replacing Refrigerator handles and doors section on pages 12 15 or call a qualified service technician gt See Doors will not close compl
6. 4mm Allen wrench 12 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES NOTE Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page 1 Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle e Place the handle on the door by adjusting handle footprints to fit mounting fastners and tighten the set screws with the 3 32 2 4mm Allen wrench NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1 4 6 4mm Allen wrench Mounting Fasteners 2 Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle e Place the handle on the door by adjusting handle footprints to fit mounting fastners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the handle with a 1 8 8 2mm Allen wrench NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1 4 6 4mm Allen wrench A WARNING When the customer takes apart the handle or assemble it from a refrigerator please be cautious of following things Hold the handle with your own hand to make sure not to drop the handle to the floor or instep while taking apart the handle from a refrigerator Do not swing the handle towards people or animals after taking apart the handle Insert the bracket hole of the handle into the stopper bolt of the door exactly and then assemble the set screws to fix the handle e Check if there s any gap between the door and handle after fixing the handle REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1
7. as shown e Make sure the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door k Install the left side door e Lower the door onto middle hinge pin 15 e Fit the top hinge 1 over the hinge lever latch 2 and into place Rotate the lever 3 counterclockwise to secure the hinge e Insert and tighten the cover screw 4 e Fit the top hinge 1 over the hinge lever latch 2 and into place Rotate the lever 3 clockwise to secure the hinge e Install the grounding screw 4 and connect all the wire harnesses 5 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL e With both hands hold both sides of the door THE PULLOUT DRAWER and pull it up to separate it from the rails IMPORTANT To avoid possible injury or product or property damage you will need two people to perform the following instructions 1 Removing Pullout Drawer e Pull the drawer open to full extension Remove the lower basket 1 by lifting basket from rail system If you tilt the door it will be easier e With both hands hold the center bar and push it in to let both rails fitted simultaneously e Press both hangers with your thumbs to lift it up e Separate the left and right rail cover A CAUTION When you remove the drawer do not hold the handle If it may come off and it could cause personal injury A CAUTION When laying the drawer down be careful not to damage the floor or hurt y
8. cleaners e Hand wash rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly e 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 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 A CAUTION While cleaning the inside do not spray water DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS Do not use cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts 26 PLASTIC PARTS covers and panels Do not use window sprays abrasive cleansers or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage the material Rear Vent Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to clean Rear Vent Vacuum vent when dusty or dirty vent may need to be cleaned as often as every other month CARE AND CLEANING P
9. foil e Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps e 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 semi permeable wrap w CAUTION Do not keep beverage cans or plastic food containers in the freezer compartment They may be break if they freezer Freezing 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 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 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SECTION A CAUTION Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other Failure to do so REFRIGERATOR SHELVES may result in the shelf falling or spilling
10. food The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs Your model Sliding Out Shelves may have glass or wire shelves You can slide glass shelves in and out of your Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator as follows refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit e To slide the shelf out full Onkol different heights of items will make finding the es Re S aegnar dermerunrnea exact item you want easier it will also reduce the j toward you amount of time the refrigerator door is open saving energy e To slide shelf in push shelf in until it stops 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 reinstall 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 22 USING YOUR REFRI
11. plug is removed N from the wall outlet for any reason wait for 5 minutes or longer before reconnecting the plug Not doing so may cause the operation of the refrigerator to fail Carry the fridge freezer with the handles at the bottom of the front and the top of the rear Otherwise your hands may slip possibly resulting j in injury or product damage Because the product is heavy carrying it will require more than one person in order to avoid any possible injury Do not put any living animal or non edible plants in the refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features Page references are included for your convenience NOTE This guide covers 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 Digital Sensor Control Ice Bin Modular Door Bins Pull out Drawer Shelves Durabase Crisper Divider Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper Dairy Bin O Glide N Serve G i M Mullion Automatic Icemak
12. to the refrigerator door alarm is initially set ON and door alarm display will show Door Alarm ON When either refrigerator or the freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds the alarm will ding to let you know the door is open When you close the door the door alarm will stop dinging If you want to disable the door alarm function press Door Alarm button then the door alarm display will switched to Door Alarm OFF Do not block any of cool air vents with food ACAUTION packages If the vents are blocked airflow will be interrupted and temperature and moisture problems may occur Display Mode For Store Use Only The Display Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve IMPORTANT Because air circulates between energy while on display in a retail store When both sections any odors formed in one section activated OFF will display on the control panel will transfer to the other You must thoroughly To deactivate clean both sections to eliminate odors To Open the Right hand Refrigerator door then prevent odor transfer and drying out of food wrap while holding down the Fridge button continuously or cover foods tightly touch the Express Freeze button 3 times The control panel will been and the SETTING THE CONTROLS temperature settings will change to confirm e Yo
13. 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 BEFORE INSTALLATION a Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147 834 kPa 1 5 8 5kgf cm2 That is an instant paper cup 180cc will be fully filled within 5sec If water pressure does not reach the rating 147kPa 1 5kgf cm or below it is necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icing and cool water dispensing Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 8 m and be careful not to bend sharply or kink tube If the tube is 8 m or longer it may cause trouble Ensure the feed water pipe is not installed close to any heat source A WARNING Connect to drinkable water supply only Refer to instructions with water filter kit for inst
14. GERATOR 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 High and Low e Low lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits e High keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh leafy vegetables A caAuTION The glass shelf over the crisper is not firmly secured Be careful when tilting REMOVING CRISPER 1 To remove pull the drawer out to full extension 2 Lift the front of the crisper up then pull it straight out 3 To install slightly tilt up the front and insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place To remove the glass 1 Lift up the glass under the crisper cover 2 Pull the glass up and out i GLIDE N SERVE The Glide N Serve provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than refrigerator This drawer can be used for large party trays deli items or beverages but this drawer can t be used for vegetable Controls The control regulates the air temperature in the drawer Set control level to Cold print on surface to provide normal refrigerator temperature Use the Colder print on surface setting for meats or other deli items NOTE Cold air directed to the Glide N Serve can decreas
15. OWER INTERRUPTIONS 1 If the power will be out for 24 hours or less keep all 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 ina frozen food locker WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION If you choose 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 3 Unplug the refrigerator 4 Clean wipe and dry thoroughly 5 Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together so they don t shift and rattle during the move
16. 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 1 To remove the left refrigerator door 2 To remove the right refrigerator door e Open the door Remove the top hinge cover e Open the door Remove the top hinge cover screw 1 screw 1 e Use a flat blade screwdriver to lift the tabs e Use a flat blade screwdriver to lift the tabs on the front underside of the cover 2 on the front underside of the cover 2 Lift up the cover Lift up the cover e Disconnect all the wire harnesses 3 e Rotate hinge lever 3 clockwise e Remove the grounding screw 4 Lift the top hinge 4 free of the hinge lever latch 5 e Rotate hinge lever 5 counterclockwise o l Lift the top hinge 6 free of the hinge lever IMPORTANT When lifting the hinge free of latch 7 the latch be careful that the door is heavy IMPORTANT When lifting the hinge free of a a a the latch be careful that the door does not fall e Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and forward remove the door e Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and e Place the door inside facing up on a non remove the door scratching surface e Place the door inside facing up on a non scratching surface 14 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2 Replacing Refrigerator Door Install the right side door first e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin
17. The Durabase divider allows you to organize the end as much as possible Tilt up the front of Durabase area into sections To install insert the Durabase in rail assembly the Durabase and pull straight out A WARNING If the Durabase divider is removed there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer PULL OUT DRAWER To remove the drawer push the tabs located on the front inside surface of each rail Next gently lift the rear left and right sides of the drawer and pull it out To reinstall pull out both rails to full extension Insert the end of rib in the bracket at left and right Making sure that the guides at the front are lined up properly gently push down on both sides 25 CARE AND CLEANING 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 e Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power e Remove all removable parts such as shelves crispers etc Refer to sections in Using Your Refrigerator for removal instructions e Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh
18. allation 29 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR Removing and Replacing Valve Cover NOTE e Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet 1 Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve 2 Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of the tubing as shown 3 Insert the end of the PVC tubing into the connection as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting A CAUTION Check to see if leaks occurs at water line connections Tubing Clamp 1 4 Tubing 1 LLI Compression Nut Ferrule sleeve Refrigerator Connection TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn t make Because the sounds are new to you you might be concerned about them Most of the new sounds are normal Hard surfaces like the floor walls and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be te them 2 gt B p t xa Check if REFRIGERATOR The power supply cord is unplugged DOES NOT OPERATE breaker tripped The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle VIBRATION OR The refrigerator is not resting solidly RATTLING on the floor NOISE TO The power supply cord is unplugged
19. can cause electric shock or fire from incorrect installation or unsafe connection Do not pull out the cord or touch the power plug with wet hands It may cause electric shock or injury Make sure of grounding Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if you have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded The incorrect grounding may cause breakdown and electric shock Grounding Conductor More than Copper flat 75cm When the power cord or the power plug is damaged or the power the outlet is loose or damaged do not plug the power cord into the outlet Doing so may cause electric shock or be the cause of a fire Unplug the power plug when cleaning handling or replacing the interior lamp of the refrigerator e Not doing so may cause electric shock or injury e When replacing the interior lamp of the refrigerator make sure that the insulating rubber ring within the socket is not taken off When disposing the refrigerator contact your local City Council Your local Council can offer disposal options and advise the best method of disposal Local Ciy Council Remove water or dust from the power plug and insert it with the ends of the pins securely connected A Dust water or unstable connection may fire or electric shock E Do not move refrigerator while the
20. compressor is operating compressor may occur a temporary rattling noise This is normal and will not impact on the performance or the life of the compressor The rattling will stop after the refrigerator comes to a rest If a gas leak is detected do not touch the compressor is operating Any spark my result in an explosion or fire l Because this refrigerator uses natural gas isobutene R600a as the environment friendly refrigerant even a small amount 80 90g is combustible If a gas leak occurs due to severe damage during delivery installation or a sealed system malfunction a speak may causes fire only for the model with the R600a Unplug the power cord from the power outlet for cleaning or other requirements Not doing so may cause electric shock or injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 When using the refrigerator Do not place the dangerous item or heavy objects including containers with liquid on the refrigerator The may fall or spill and cause injury fire or electric shock when opening or closing the door Do not lean on or hang from the doors or shelves of the refrigerator This will damage the doors and lt shelves of the refrigerator or cause it to topple over resulting in serious injury and damage Always supervise children when they are near the refrigerator Do not use any heating or drying appliances inside the refrigerator or use lit candles to rem
21. djusting See Installation section on page 11 gt Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD Check if The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model The room temperature is hotter than normal The door is opened often or a large amount of food has just been added The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was set correctly The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions The doors are not closed completely The condenser coils are dirty The refrigerator is not level Food packages are blocking the door open The ice bin crisper cover pans shelves door bins or baskets are out of position The gaskets are sticking The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable The doors were removed during product installation and not properly replaced The door is not closing properly The door is opened often 31 Then gt Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more operating time gt 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 gt Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator It is normal for
22. dures When disposal please consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person A This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant R600a natural gas with high environmental compatibility but it is also combustible When transporting and installing the appliance care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury If a leak is detected avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used The room must be 1m in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage If in doubt consult your dealer SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Don t use an extension cord If possible connect the refrigerator to its own individual electrical outlet to prevent it and other appliances or household lights from causing an overload that could cause a power outage Accessibility of Supply Plug The refrigerator freezer should be so p
23. e 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 gt Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 19 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 gt Adding food warms the refrigerator It can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature gt 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 on page 20 gt In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened gt It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self defrosts LG Life s Good em Linear
24. e refrigerator temperature Refrigerator control may need to be adjusted To replace Glide N Serve 1 To remove pull the drawer out to full extension 2 Lift the front of the drawer up then pull it straight out 3 To install slightly tilt up the front and insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place 23 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR MODULAR DOOR BIN 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 0 a 0 SS A WARNING Somebody can be hurt if door bins are not firmly assembled NOTE DO NOT adjust a bin that is loaded with food A 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 above the desired location and push down until it stops FREEZER SECTION ICE BIN 1 To separate the ice bin pull out the drawer as much as possible 2 Gently lift and pull out the ice bin 3 To install pull out the drawer as much as possible and set the ice bin in its correct position then push in the drawer ICE BIN USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DURABASE DURABASE DIVIDER 1 To remove the Durabase push it back to the
25. er 10 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION AWARNING 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 shelves are installed in the shipping position Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs AWARNING 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 refrige
26. ermostat Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control depending on the model to the desired setting AWARNING e 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 e When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord e Keep fingers out of pinch point areas clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful closing doors when children are in the area e This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator e Don t touch the lamp in case of light on the long time Because it can be very hot e DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely The United States e Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction e Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer e Do not damage the refrigerant circuit e Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer e The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal proce
27. etely above gt When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed in the freezer resulting in frost TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE HAS OFF TASTE OR ODOR THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN Check if The icemaker was recently installed The ice has been stored for too long The food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning Ice storage bin needs cleaning The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice Door left open Smaller cube size level is selected Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water line may be clogged The gaskets are dirty or sticky The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened 32 Then gt Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or off flavored ice gt Throw away old ice and make new supply gt Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly gt A filter may need to be installed or replaced to eliminate taste and odor problems gt See Care and Cleaning section on pages 26 27 gt Empty and wash bin Discard old cubes gt Refe
28. he sound of cubes dropping into Shut off Arm the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills The icemaker will produce 12 cubes per cycle approximately 90 130 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature PREPARING FOR VACATION 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 Set the icemaker power switch to O off and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing have a qualified servicer drain the water switch to O off supply system to prevent serious property When the refrigerator has been connected to the damage due to flooding from ruptured water lines water supply set the power switch to I on or connections 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 Automatic Shut off Arm When the bin fills to the level of the Automatic Shut off 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 28 A CONNECTING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU
29. ject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT Please read carefully TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY AWARNING 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 RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 240 Volts 50 Hz AC only and fused at 15 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 Do not use an extension cord Where a standard two prong wall outlet is encountered 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 Th
30. ke them unusable A 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 Read all instructions before using this appliance 1 When connecting the power A dedicated outlet should be used e Using several devices at one outlet may cause fire e If unit is connected to an earth leakage breaker it may trip resulting in spoiled food This could occur due to power supply circumstances and may not necessarily mean a refrigerator malfunction Prevent the power cord from being squeezed or imprinted if the refrigerator is pushed in after the power plug is extracted during the installation When moving your appliance away from the wall be careful not to roll over the power cord or to damage it in any way It becomes the cause of fire or electric shock Do not allow the power plug to face upward or to be crushed at the back of the refrigerator If the cord is crushed behind the refrigerator it may damage the cable resulting in fire An upward facing plug may pull loose under the weight of the cord resulting in electrical failure causing fire or the fridge turning off and spoiling food Do not allow the power cord to be bent or crushed by the heavy objects It may damage the power cord to cause fire or shock A WARNING Do not extend or modify the length of the power plug It
31. mulated during shipping 2 Install 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 at least 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 BASE COVER To remove the base cover 1 Open the Freezer Drawer Drawer not shown for clarity 2 Once drawer is open there is sufficient clearance to remove screws on top of cover To replace base cover e Place cover into position and insert and tighten screws a REMOVING AND REPLACING YOUR REFRIGERATOR HANDLES AND DOORS HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES To move refrigerator through a house door it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door handles NOTE Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page Mounting 1 Removing Refrigerator Handle Fasteners e Loosen the set screws with the 3 32 2 4mm Allen wrench and remove the handle NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or se screw removed use a 1 4 6 4mm Allen wrench Allen Wrench 2 Removing Freezer Drawer Handle e Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with the 1 8 3 2mm Allen wrench and remove the handle NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1 4 6
32. n the leveling leg clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it It may take several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator NOTE Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling legs This makes it easier to adjust the legs Lb CS t 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 It 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 18 Door Alignment Both the left and right refrigerator doors have an adjustable nut located on the bottom hinge to raise and lower them to align properly If the space between your doors is uneven follow the instructions below to align the doors evenly Use the wrench to turn the nut in the door hinge to adjust the height To the right to raise or to the left to lower the height USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AIR e Initially set the Fridge control at CIRCULATION 3 C and the Freezer control at 18 C Leave it at this setting for 24 h
33. nce It is recommended that the refrigerator be dusconnected during severe electrical storms or if not in use for long periods Power surges from electrical storms can seriously damage the refrigerators electrcal components If the refrigerator is not used for long periods d storage measures should be taken to avoid odours and vermin contamination Do not spray water on the outside or the inside of the refrigerator and do not clean it with harsh chemicals or solvents such as thinners or benzine Doing so can cause a fire electric shock malfunction It can also damage the refrigerators finish Do not allow any person except the qualified engineer to disassemble repair or alter the refrigerator It may cause injury electric shock or fire When disposing the refrigerator remove the doors but leave the shelves in palce so that children may not easily climb inside This can prevent prevent injury or death Install the refrigerator on a solid and level floor Installing it in an unstable place may cause death by falling over the refrigerator when opening or closing the door Do not insert hands or any objects or instruments into the bottom of the refrigerator or the heatproof grill exhaust vents at the rear side of the cabinet It may cause electric shock or injury CAUTION Violating these instructions may cause injury or damage to you
34. o may become the cause of an explosion or fire IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not place flower vases cups cosmetics medicine or any container with water on the refrigerator They may fall leak or spill resulting in possible electric shock or fire If the refrigerator has been exposed to any water submersion it must not be used until it has been checked and certified by a licenced Electrician It may cause electric shock or fire When any burning smell or smoke is detected from the refrigerator disconnect the power plug immediately and contact to the manufacturer or an authorised service provider Although some smells and oudors can be normal no risks should be taken Service me This refrigerator must not be used for any Commercial retail purpose or mobile applications It has been Y designed for normal Domestic lt lt indoor use only Applications outside of its intended purpose may cause malfunctions breakages electrical shock fire and loss of its stored contents This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the applia
35. ositioned that the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection should an accident happen Supply Cord Replacement If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard FEED WATER PIPE INSTALLATION Before installation e Automatic ice maker can be installed only by manufacturer e Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147 834 kPa 1 5 8 5 kgf cm That is an instant paper cup 180 cc will be fully filled within 3 sec e f water pressure does not reach the rating 147 kPa 1 5 kgf cm or below it is necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icing and cool water feed e Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 8 m and be careful for the tube not be bent If the tube is 8 m or longer it may cause trouble in water feed owing to the drain water pressure e Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat WARNING e Connect to potable water supply only e Refer to instructions with water filter kit for installation WARNING e The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures When disposal please consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person WARNING e Please do not use a dishwasher to clean the lower drawers the high temperature may cause damage to the baskets which ma
36. our feet by the sharp edges on hinge side 16 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER IMPORTANT To avoid possible injury or product or property damage you will need two people to perform the following instructions 2 Installing Pullout Drawer e With both hands hold the center bar and push it out to let both rails out to full extension simultaneously e Lower door into final position and tighten the screws 3 e Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of the door supports to assemble the rail covers Right Rail Cover S Assembly Hole Left Rail Cover e With the drawer pulled out to full extension insert the lower basket 4 in the rail assembly A WARNING 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 17 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT Leveling After installing secure the product with the LEG not to move left or right Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws one on the right and one on the left If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier adjust the refrigerator s tilt using the instructions below 1 Plug the refrigerators power cord into a 3 prong grounded outlet Move the refrigerator into its final position 2 Tur
37. ours one day to stabilize Then adjust the compartment temperature as desired e Freezer control 21 C to 13 C When the setting is at a lower number the freezer compartment becomes colder But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer In order to ensure proper temperatures air must flow between the refrigerator and freezer sections As shown in the illustration below air enters at top of freezer and circulates down From bottom of freezer air is forced up to top of refrigerator Air enters refrigerator through top vent then circulates and exists at bottom where pence eee eine mis ee no aE it returns to freezer MULTI FLOW Ta Linear C Compressor Freezer ed e Multi Flow means powerful and effective cooling operation This is especially noticeable when new food is placed in the refrigerator e Fridge control 1 C to 8 C compartment The lower the number setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become e f water or foreign substances enter the cool air vent while cleaning efficiency will be lowered In Express Freeze addition if gasket is damaged efficiency may Press the Express Freeze key and the be lowered because of escaping cool air 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 eo oe Express Door Freeze Alarm Fridge e Door Alarm When the power is connected
38. ove oudours It may cause explosion or fire Do not use the combustible spray near the refrigerator Do not store explosive substances suchas aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance It may cause explosion or fire Supply the refrigerator with drinkable water only only for the model with the dispenser A health risk Could occur if connected to nor drinkable water Do not damage the sealed system or any piping in or within the refrigerator Never Allow children to enter or play inside the compartments of the product It may endanger the life of a child if the child enters the refrigerator Take care when opening and closing the refrigerator doors Vigorous opening or closing may cause the contents to topple out resulting in injury or damage Do not use or store inflammable materials such as chemicals solvents benzene alcohol medicine LP gas spray or cosmetics near or in the refrigerator It may cause explosion or fire Do not store medical supplies temperature critical medicines or scientific materials in the refrigerator If materials with strict temperature restrictions are stored they may deteriorate or react undesirably resulting in possible harm or risk Install in places away from the heat sources such as fireplaces heaters and ovens Pay particular attention to avoid locating near gas related products Not doing s
39. r home or its contents Always be careful please Do not insert the hands into the ice bucket or the ice dispenser Operating the ice maker may cause injury Do not dispense ice into thin crystal or ceramic ware It could break the glass cup or ceramic ware and cause injury Do not place the food in disorder inside the refrigerator The food may fall during opening and closing the door of the refrigerator and hurt people Do not insert hands into the bottom of the refrigerator The iron plate of the bottom may cause injury Care should be taken when opening or closing the doors to prevent injury to anyone who may be too close to the doors Children may be hurt by the handle or lower corners of the door when it X is opened if they are too close Do not install the refrigerator in a wet place or outdoors in any sheltered area where the unit can be exposed to any weathering conditions Weathering conditions water or moisture will cause corrosion rust and electrical hazards Do not touch food or containers in the freezer with wet hands It may cause frostbite Do not put filled bottles in the freezer This will freezer the contents and break the bottle to possibly resulting in injury Pull out the power plug not by grasping the plug not the cord of its end Not doing so can cause electric shock short circuit or fire eo If the mains
40. r to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section on page 28 gt Wait 24 hours after hook up for ice production See the Setting the Controls section on page 19 gt Check to see if something is holding the door open gt Select larger cube size using cube size selector gt Call a plumber to clear the valve gt Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning bm When you open the door warmer air enters the refrigerator 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 TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP Check if The air vents are blocked Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections The doors are opened often The control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or freezer The food is not packaged correctly The weather is humid A self defrost cycle was completed 33 Then gt Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow Refer to Multi Flow on page 19 for the location of air vents gt When th
41. rator Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire e To reduce the risk of electric shock do not install the refrigerator in a wet or damp area e Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected for the automatic icemaker w CAUTION Avoid placing the unit near heat sources direct sunlight or moisture INSTALLATION e To minimize noise and vibration the refrigerator MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor e Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended e Never install the refrigerator on a platform or weakly supported structure 1 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 ifs to raise the unit counterclockwise s to lower it 2 Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 13 C and 48 C If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high cooling ability may be adversely affected 3 Too small a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges Allow at least 24 61 cm in front of the refrigerator to open the doors 2 5 08 cm NEXT 1 Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accu
42. trol to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check Door opened often Large amount of food added Room temperature very warm Set Freezer control to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check E Freezer section too warm ice not made fast enough Door opened often Large amount of food added Very cold room temperature can t cycle often enough Heavy ice usage Air vents blocked by items Move items out of airstream E Fridge section too cold Controls not set correctly for your conditions Set Fridge control to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check E Freezer section too Set Freezer cold control to next Controls not set correctly higher number for your conditions wait 24 hours then re check FOOD STORAGE GUIDE 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 Items How to Butter or margarine gt Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment When storing an extra supply wrap in freezer packaging and freeze Cheese gt Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Milk gt Wipe milk cartons For best storage place milk on interior shelf not on door shelf
43. ur refrigerator has two controls that let you that the Display Mode is deactivated Use the regulate the temperature in the freezer and same procedure to activate the Display Mode refrigerator compartments 19 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before making final adjustments It is best to wait 24 hours before doing this 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 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 Then wait 24 hours before checking the freezer temperature If it is too warm or too cold then adjust the freezer control Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments CONDITION RECOMMENDED REASON ADJUSTMENT E Fridge section too warm Set Fridge con
44. y or cause damage to the product All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER WARNING CAUTION These words mean Death or serious injury can occur if you don t follow instructions DANGER A WARNING Death or serious injury can occur if you don t follow instructions Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or product damage only CAUTION 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 A DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Child entrapment and suffocation are not BEFORE YOU THROW problems of the past Junked or abandoned AWAY YOUR OLD refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of REFRIGERATOR OR your old refrigerator please follow the FREEZER instructions at right to help prevent accidents e Take off the doors e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside CFC DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system If you are throwing away your old refrigerator that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for believed to harm stratospheric ozone proper disposal by a qualified servicer If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be sub
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