LG LSC 21943ST User's Manual
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1. Place this egg box in the proper location Store foods of frequent use such as beverage etc Store side dishes or other foods at a proper distance Store small packed food or beverages such as milk juice beer etc Store vegetables or fruits Store vegetable fruits meat to thaw raw fish etc setting the conversion switch as necessary Be sure to check the conversion switch setting before storing foods Suggestion on Food Storage Storing foods Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment How food is frozen and thawed is an important factor in maintaining its freshness and flavor Do not store food which spoils easily at low temperatures such as bananas and melons Allow hot food to cool prior to storing Place hot food in the refrigerator could spoil other food and lead to higher energy consumption When storing the food cover it with vinyl wrap or store in a container with a lid This prevents moisture from evaporating and helps food to keep its taste and nutrients Do not block air vents with food Smooth circulation of chilled air keeps refrigerator temperatures even Do not open the door frequently Opening the door lets warm air enter the refrigerator and cause temperatures to rise Never keep too much food in door rack because they may push against by inner racks so that the door cannot be fully closed Freezer Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment They m2. a f you open the refrigerator door an indicator lamp shows the status of the Optichill The lamp goes off when the door is closed Press the left SELECT button to cycle through FRUITS VEGETABLES 39 F 3 CHILLED ROOM 30 F gt PARTIAL FREEZING 27 F gt FRUITS VEGETABLES 39 F Optichill When removing First remove the vegetable bin Optichill After lifting the Optichill case slightly O reach inside and pull it outward O When installing Fit the Optichill case on to the ledge O and gently Optichill slide it in O a When forced the connecting parts can be damaged Bottle holder Snack drawer Freezer compartment shelf Freezer compartment door rack Freezer compartment drawer Milk product corner Egg box Refreshment center Refrigerator compartment shelf Refrigerator compartment door rack Vegetable drawer Vegetable drawer meat drawer conversion corner Location of foods Refer to identification of parts Store bottles Store small foods such as bread snacks etc Store various frozen foods such as meat fish ice cream frozen snacks etc SY Sy Store small packed frozen food Temperature is likely to increase as door opens So do not store long term food such ice cream etc Store meat fish chicken etc after wrapping them with thin foil Store dry Store milk products such as butter cheese etc
3. website http us lge com Z 1 800 243 0000 24 HOURS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE para el Servicio LG Atenci n al Cliente 24 horas al d a 7 d as a la semana LSC 21943ST REFRIGERATOR User s Guide Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for for reference at all times REFRIGERATEUR Manuel d utilisation Pri re de lire attentivement le pr sent manuel avant d utiliser le r frig rateur Conserver port e de main pour pouvoir le consulter tout moment FRIGORIFICO Guia de usuario Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes utilizar el frigorifico y guardelas como referencia para el futuro Table of Contents Introduction Entry Important safety instructions Identification of parts Installation Where to install Door removal Mount the freezer and refrigerator compartment doors Water supply installation Water connection instruction guide Height adjustment Operation Starting Adjusting the temperatures and functions Shelf Bottle holder Applicable to some models only Egg box Humidity control in the vegetable compartment Deodorizer Applicable to some models only Optichill Temperature Transition Corner pa Temperature Change at Optichil Optichill Suggestion on Location of foods food storage Storing foods Care and How to remove and replace parts
4. Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in the refrigerator Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets The weather is hot and humid which increases the rate of frost buildup and internal sweating Door is slightly open Door is opened too often or too long Weather is humid Door is slightly open causing cold air from the inside the refrigerator to meet warm air from the outside Care and Maintenance Solution It is normal for sound levels to be higher This is normal The sound will level off as the refrigerator continues to run Be sure floor is level and solid and can adequately support refrigerator Remove items It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly Move dishes slightly Make sure refrigerator is level and firmly set on floor Move refrigerator so that it does not touch the wall or refrigerator This is normal See problem section opening closing of doors Open the door less often This is normal in humid weather When humidity is lower the moisture should disappear This time close the door completely Occurrence Odors in refrigerator Opening Closing of doors Drawers Door s will not close Door s will not close Drawers are difficult to move Dispenser Dispenser will not dispense ice Possible cause Interior needs to be cleaned Food with strong odor is in the refrigerator Some containers and wrapping materials produce odors Food packag
5. not operate smoothly AN CAUTION A Warning Ice plus Jet freezer Ice is lumped together f the ice lumps together take it out break it apart and put it back into the storage bin When the icemaker produces too small or lumped together ice the amount of water supplied to the ice maker needs to adjusted Contact the service center If ice is not used frequently it may lump together Power failure Water may drop from the refrigerator Take the ice storage bin out and discard all the ice then dry it and place it back After the power is restored the refrigerator defaults to crushed ice The unit is newly installed lt takes about 12 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to make ice Throw away the first few batches of ice The first ice and water may include particles or odor from the water supply line or the water tank This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time Never store beverage cans or other foods in ice storage bin for the purpose of rapid cooling It may damage the automatic ice maker Shake the bin occasionally to cause the ice to settle Ice may pile up just around the icemaker causing the icemaker to think that the ice storage bin is full If discolored ice is dispensed contact an Authorized Service Center immediately Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected Do not place your hands into the water and ce dispenser opening Doing so ca
6. switch with a glass or other container Crushed Ice Water Cubed Ice Light the crushed ice Light the water lamp by Light the cubed ice lamp by pressing the pressing the selection lamp by pressing the selection button button selection button e Crushed ice will be e Water will be dispensed Cubed ice will be dispensed by pressing the by pressing the push dispensed by pressing the push switch with a glass switch with a glass push switch with a glass We DISPENSER ovp DISPENSER DISPENSER soo Reference Hold your cup in place for a couple of seconds after dispensing ice or water so the last few drops go in to your cup instead of on the floor Water Amount Indicator Light Feeler Arm Power Water Amount Switch Selection Button The automatic icemaker can automatically make 6 cubes at a time 70 120 pieces per day This quantity may vary by circumstance including ambient temperature door opening freezer load etc Icemaking stops when the ice storage bin is full f you don t want to use the automatic icemaker turn the icemaker switch to OFF If you want to use the automatic icemaker again change the switch to ON The water amount will vary depending on the water amount selection button setting as well as the water pressure of the connected water line NOTE It is normal that a noise is produced when ice drops into the ice storage bin When ice dispensing does
7. the ground line Upper hinge A Enie door 2 Remove the keeper by rotating it counter clockwise and then lifting the upper hinge up NOTE When removing the upper hinge be careful that the door does not fall forward 3 Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it upward This time the door should be lifted enough for the water feed tube to be completely pulled out Enough for water J feed pipe tube to be completely pulled out Lower hinge NOTE After removing the door take it into the kitchen where you are installing the refrigerator Lay it down on a blanket and be careful to avoid damaging the water feed tube Remove the 1 Loosen the hinge cover screws and remove refrigerator the cover Remove connection wire if any door except for the ground line Connection wires Upper hinge Keeper 2 Remove keeper by rotating it clockwise and then remove the upper hinge by lifting tup O 3 Remove the refrigerator compartment door by lifting it up Q Lower hinge Pass the refrigerator Before installation Warning Disposal of the old appliance Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access door as shown in the right figure Mount the freezer and refrigerator compartment doors Mount them in the reverse sequence of removal after they pass through the access door Water supply installation Automatic icemaker operation needs water pressure of 21 121 ps
8. 000 and choose the appropriate option to locate your nearest LG Authorized Service Center Phones are answered 24 hours a day 365 days per year Or visit our website at http www Igservice com THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS U S DISTRIBUTOR SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO e Service trips to your home to deliver pick up and or install the product instruct or replace house fuses or correct wiring or correction of unauthorized repairs Damages or operating problems that result from misuse abuse operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operati
9. A glass too close to the outlet may prevent ice from coming out Shelf Folding Shelf You can store taller items such as a gallon container or bottles by simply pushing in front half of shelf underneath back half of shelf Pull toward you to return to a full shelf Wine holder Bottles can be stored laterally with adjustment this holder Type 1 This can be attached to any shelf In case of inserting the bottle holder Pull the bottle holder downward as in after inserting it into the side anchoring part of the shelf as in by catching it upward as in O In case of separating the bottle holder Pull the bottle holder inward as in after holding it upward as in by catching it Type 2 Bottles can be stored laterally with this rack How to use the deodorizing system v Egg box You can move the egg box to wherever you want Type 1 Type 2 NOTE Never use the egg box as an ice storage bin It can be broken Never store the egg box in the freezer compartment or fresh compartment Humidity control in the vegetable compartment The humidity can be controlled by adjusting the humidity control switch to the left right when storing vegetables or fruits High humidity HUMIDITY CONTROL HIGH 0 0 iresease Low Deodorizer Applicable to some models only This system efficien
10. O a It may cause electric shock or fire F ca r eg Ce Introduction Child entrapment DANGER Risk of child entrapment warning Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside The appliance is not intended for use by young children without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Don t store Don t store or use gasoline or other flammable vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Grounding In the event of an electric short circuit grounding earthing reduces the risk of electric Earthing shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current In order to prevent possible electric shock this appliance must be grounded Improper use of the grounding plug can result in an electric shock 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 Identification of parts Freezer Refrigerator Compartment Compartment Milk Product Corner ve Lamp Automatic Wine Holder Icemaker Plastic or wire Shelf Door Rack Lamp Shelf Can Server Snack Drawer Shien Folding Shelf Lamp Drawer Vegetable Drawer Door Rack Hunidity Switch Drawer Optichill Optional Fresh compartment Optional Door
11. Rack Door Rack Lower Cover Conversion switch Meats Vegetables Optional NOTE e Parts features and options vary by model Your model may not include every option Strong and even floor Select a good location Where water supply can be easily connected in a dry place Where it is free from heat Where to install Unstable installation may cause vibration and noise If the floor to install the refrigerator on is not even make the refrigerator level by rotating the height adjusting screw Carpet or floor covering on which a refrigerator is installed may be discolored by heat from the bottom of the refrigerator Do not allow carpet or flooring to block airflow under the refrigerator Keep Rata Place your appliance where it is easy to use ree distanca _ 2 Avoid placing the unit near heat sources direct ees More than 2 5 cm to back sunlight or moisture 3 To ensure proper air circulation around the refrigerator please maintain sufficient space on both the sides as well as top and maintain at least 2 inches 5 cm from the rear wall 4 To avoid vibrations the appliance must be leveled 5 Don t install the appliance below 5 C 41 F It may cause affect the performance Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected between the automatic ice maker and dispenser Installing the refrigerator in a wet or damp area may cause rust and may be an electric
12. age bend kink pull out or twist the power cord because damage to the power cord can cause product failure fire or electric shock If you have doubts the appliance is properly grounded consult a qualified electrician Never place glass products in the freezer because they may be broken from expansion when their contents are frozen Never put your hands within the ice storage bin of the automatic icemaker You can be injured by the operation of the automatic icemaker The appliance is not intended for use by young children without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Never allow anyone to climb sit stand or hang on the door These actions may damage the refrigerator and even tip it over causing severe personal injury Before you move your refrigerator into its final location it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection A 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 amp fused and grounded single outlet circuit is required Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch Do not use an extension cord w The refrigerator freezer should be so positioned that the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection in the event of an emergency 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 any hazard Do not modify or extend the Power Cord length
13. al hazard If this refrigerator is installed where the ambient temperature is high the freezing capacity is deteriorated and the cost of electricity used increases NOTE e Install the refrigerator at a place where the ambient temperature is 5 C 43 C 41 F 110 F Ambient temperature outside this range may cause product malfunction Also the tube between the dispenser and automatic ice maker may freeze Installation Door removal A Warning Electric Shock Hazard amn Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator before installing da Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury SA If your entrance door is too narrow for the LES refrigerator to pass through remove the 2 refrigerator door and pass the refrigerator laterally Fes nate ne Lower cover Remove lower Remove the lower cover by lifting upward and then pull up the water feed tube while cover and pressing the release ring shown in the figure to the right water feed tube NOTE e If a tube end is deformed or abraded trim the part away Disconnecting the tube under the door causes about 1 2 gallon 2 liters water to flow out Please put up a big container to prevent it Connection Remove the 1 Remove the hinge cover by loosening the freezer screws Disconnect all connections except compartment
14. ation This is also necessary when the refrigerator has not been used for a long time Keep children away from the dispenser Children may play with or damage the controls Be careful that food does not block the ice passage If foods are placed at the entrance of ice passage the dispenser may malfunction The passage may also Freeze become blocked with frost if only crushed ice is used Door Remove the frost that accumulates Storing cans or other items in the ice bin may damage the icemaker or the container may burst Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice Such glasses or containers may be broken and glass fragments could be in the ice Put ice first into a glass before filling water or other beverages Water may be splashed if ice is added to existing liquid in a glass Keep your hands out of the ice door and passage You might break something or injure yourself Never remove the ice maker cover Shake the ice bin occasionally to level the ice in it Sometimes the ice piles up near the icemaker causing the icemaker to misinterpret the bin level and stop producing ice If you find ice or water dispensed unexpectedly contact an Authorized Service Center Call 1 800 243 0000 24 7 and select the option to locate an authorized servicer Never use too narrow or deep glass Ice may be jammed in the ice passage and thus the refrigerator may fail Keep the glass at a proper distance from ice outlet
15. ay break when frozen compartment Do not refreeze food that has been thawed This causes loss of taste and nutrient When storing frozen food like ice cream for a long period place it on the freezer shelf not in the door rack Do not touch the cold foods or containers especially made of metallic with wet hands and place glass products in the freezer compartment Damp skin may freeze upon contact with frozen surfaces causing frostbite or other injury Refrigerator Avoid placing moist food in top refrigerator shelves it could freeze from direct compartment contact with chilled air Always clean food prior to refrigeration Vegetables and fruits should be washed and wiped and packed food should be wiped to prevent adjacent food from spoiling When storing eggs in their storage rack or box ensure that they are fresh and always store them in an upright position which keeps them fresh longer NOTE e If you keep the refrigerator in a hot and humid place frequent openning of the door or storing a lot of vegetables in it may cause dew to form which has no effect on its performance Remove the dew with dust cloth free from care Care and Maintenance How to remove and replace parts NOTE e Dismantling is done in the reverse sequence of assembly Be sure to unplug the power plug before dismantling and assembly Never apply severe force to dismantle parts Parts may be damaged Freezer Separate the lamp b
16. d take it out Vacation time Power failure If you move Anti condensation pipe Exterior Interior After cleaning Warning General information During average length vacations you will probably find it best to leave the refrigerator in operation Place freezable items in freezer for longer life When you plan to turn it off remove all food disconnect the power cord clean the interior thoroughly and leave each door OPEN to prevent odor formation Most power failures that are corrected in an hour or two will not affect your refrigerator temperatures However you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the refrigerator To avoid damaging the height adjusting screws turn them all the way into the base The outside wall of the refrigerator cabinet may sometimes get warm especially just after installation Don t be alarmed This is due to the anti condensation pipe which pumps hot refrigerant to prevent sweating on the outer cabinet wall Cleaning It is important that your refrigerator be kept clean to prevent undesirable odors Spilled food should be wiped up immediately since it may acidify and stain plastic surfaces if allowed to settle Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or detergent to clean the durable finish of your refrigerator Wipe with a clean damp cloth and then dry Regular cleaning is recommended Wa
17. e is keeping door open Door was closed too hard causing other door to open slightly Refrigerator is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets Food is touching shelf on top of the drawer Track that drawer slides on is dirty Ice storage bin is empty Freezer temperature is set too warm Household water line valve is not open Refrigerator or freezer door is not closed Solution Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda Cover food completely Use a different container or brand of wrapping materials Move packages that keep door from closing Close both doors gently Adjust the height adjusting screw Be sure floor is level and can adequately support refrigerator Contact carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor Move refrigerator Keep less food in drawer Clean drawer and track When the first supply of ice is dropped into the bin the dispenser should operate Turn the freezer control to a higher setting so that ice cubes will be made When the first supply of ice is made the dispenser should operate Open household water line valve and allow sufficient time for ice to be made When ice is made dispenser should operate Be sure both doors are closed Care and Maintenance Occurrence Dispenser will not disp
18. easure from the connection on the lower left rear of the refrigerator to the water pipe Add 7 feet 2 1m to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning Use 1 4 inch O D outside diameter copper tubing Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square 5 Using a drill drill a 1 4 inch hole in the cold water pipe you have selected 6 Fasten shut off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1 4 drilled hole in the water pipe and the washer is under the pipe clamp Tighten the packing nut Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing especially if soft coiled copper tubing is used Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing 7 Slip the compression sleeve and the compression nut onto the copper tubing as shown Insert the end of the tubing into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go Screw compression nut onto the outlet end with a wrench A flare nut wrench works best but an open end wrench will suffice Do not overtighten 8 Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink and turn on the main water supply Flush out the tubing until the water is clear Turn off the shutoff valve on the water pipe Coil the copper tubing as shown below Cold Water Pipe Packing Nut Pipe Clamp Coil of Polyethylene or Shut Off Valve Copper Tubing Compression Sleeve Compressi
19. ense ice Ice dispenser is jammed Dispenser will not dispense water Water has an odd taste and or odor Sound of ice dropping Sound of water supply Other Possible cause Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use temperature fluctuations and or power outrages Ice cubes are jammed between the ice maker arm and back of the bin Ice cubes are frozen together Ice cubes that have been purchased or made in some other way have been used in the dispenser Household water line valve is not open See problem Icemaker is not making any ice Water has been in the tank for too long Unit not properly connected to cold water line vary according to refrigerator s location the ice Refrigerator or freezer door is not closed Solution Remove ice storage bin and thaw and the contents Clean bin wipe dry and replace in proper position When new ice is made dispenser should operate Remove the ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser Use the dispenser often so that cubes do not freeze together Only the ice cubes made by the ice maker should be used with the dispenser Open household water line valve Be sure both doors are closed Draw and discard 7 glasses of water to freshen the supply Draw and discard an additional 7 glasses to completely rinse out tank Connect unit to cold water line which supplies water to kitchen faucet This sound is normall
20. frigerator compartment door first method lf the freezer compartment door is higher than the refrigerator compartment door second method Applicable to some mdels only AN CAUTION After leveling the door height Height adjustment Make them level by inserting a flat type driver into the groove of the left height adjusting screw and rotating it clockwise Height difference Left height adjustment screw Height difference AT Make them level by inserting a flat type driver into the groove of the right height adjusting screw and rotating it clockwise Height difference Right height adjustment screw Height difference ul Adjust the level when the refrigerator door is lower than the freezer door during the use of the refrigerator Height difference L Keeper nut Tool for adjustment Height difference clockwise to loosen the Keeper nut 2 Using the narrow side of the tool for adjustment turn the adjustment hinge pin O clockwise or 4 counterclockwise to level the refrigerator and freezer door 3 After setting the level of the door turn the keeper nut counterclockwise to tighten Do not force too hard to level the height The hinge pin can be pulled out Adjustable range of height is a maximum of 2 5 cm The refrigerat
21. g mode is activated the display will remain off until the next time the door is opened Then it will come on whenever a door is opened or a button is pressed and remain on for 20 seconds after the last door opening or button selection To deactivate the power saving mode press the FREEZER and ICE PLUS buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds 2 To change temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius press and hold FREEZER and REFRIGERATOR buttons simultaneously for more than 5 seconds Do the same to convert back to Celsius You can adjust temperature of freezer compartment and refrigerator Compartment Freezer Compartment temperature adjustment FREEZER O Setting 7 I B temperature IF IF Refrigerator Compartment temperature adjustment REFRIGERATOR uy x l Mu Setting m 3 B temperature EIF 4 IF 317 x To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment press the REFRIGERATOR button to cycle through the settings of MEDIUM gt COLDER gt COLDEST gt COOL 3 COOLER The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status as the indicated setting temperature is the target temperature not actual the temperature within refrigerator Please adjust temperature as above after using the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 3 days How to use dispenser Automatic icemaker Select among crushed ice water and cubed ice and press the push
22. i 1 5 8 5 kgf cm That is a paper cup 6 oz or 180 cc will be fully filled within 3 seconds f water pressure does not reach the rating 21 psi 1 5 kgf cm or below it is necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icemaking and cool water feed Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 26 8 m Be careful for the tube to avoid being kinked If the tube is 26 8 m or longer it may cause trouble in water feed a Install the water supply line where it will not be affected by heat a Connect to a potable water supply only This appliance contains fluids refrigerant and lubricant and is made of parts and materials which are reusable and or recyclable All the important materials should be sent to the collection center of waste material and can be reused after rework recycling For recycling please contact the local recycling authority Installation Water connection instruction guide Connecting Read all directions carefully before you begin the refrigerator to a water source AN Warning Connect to a potable water supply only IMPORTANT If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection turn icemaker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements e Use copper tubing and check for leaks Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above f
23. maintenance General information Cleaning OOOO O GAIA 000000 00O Troubleshooting Introduction Recommended grounding method Accessibility of supply plug Supply cord replacement A Warning Entry The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case or back of refrigerator compartment of this unit These numbers are unique to this unit and not available to others You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase Staple your receipt here Date of purchase Dealer Dealer address Dealer phone no Model no Serial no Important safety instructions Before use this refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation instructions in this manual Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet When moving your appliance away from the wall be careful not to roll over the power cord or to damage it in any way Do not crush or damage the water line After your refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment particularly when your hands are damp or wet Skin could adhere to these extremely cold surfaces Unplug the power cord from the power outlet for cleaning or other requirements Never touch it with wet hands because you can get an electric shock or be injured Never dam
24. n result in amputation or cuts Please select this function for prompt freezer a OFF ICE PLUS OFF or OFF ON OFF is repeated whenever pressing itor cus a The arrow mark graphic remains at the ON status after flickering 4 times when selecting Special Refrigeration On The special freezer function automatically turns off after a fixed time passes Lock This button stops operation of different button and dispenser function Locking or Release is repeated whenever the A is pressed more than 3 seconds ALARMILOCK Sie If youuse the ALARM LOCK button 100 BY 100 none of the other buttons will work f until you unlock them AN DISPENSER amp BUTTON DISPENSER amp BUTTON LOCK UNLOCK Door alarm Door open warning A warning tone will sound 3 times at thirty second ALARM LOCK intervals if the refrigerator or freezer door is left open K for more than sixty seconds DOOR ALARM Please contact the local service center if warning continue to sound even after closing the door Filter condition There is a replacement indicator light for the filter dales El dale A dd ace LIGHTIFILTER cycle display The water filter should be replaced every six Z nm O70 am function months 0 MONTH Aah MONTH The filter light comes on to let you know SS when to replace filter After replacing the filter press and hold the filter button more than 3 seconds to reset the indicator Dispense
25. ng Guide accident vermin fire flood improper installation acts of God unauthorized modification or alteration incorrect electrical current or voltage or commercial use or use for other than intended purpose e Repairs when your LG refrigerator is used in other than normal single family household use The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS To obtain Customer Assistance Product Information or Dealer or Authorized Service Center location Call 1 800 243 0000 24 hours a day 365 days per year and select the appropriate option from the menu Or visit our website at http www lgservice com TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL LG Customer Interactive Center P O Box 240007 201 James Record Road Huntsville Alabama 35824 ATTN CIC
26. od of time Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently Doors are opened too frequently or too long Refrigerator or freezer door may be slightly open Refrigerator control is set too cold Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator at a constant temperature Solution Set refrigerator control See setting the controls This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting refrigerator The defrost cycle occurs periodically Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet Call local electric company This is normal Larger more efficient units run longer in these conditions It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions It takes some hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run longer until the desired temperature is reached Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run longer Open the door less often Make sure the refrigerator is level Keep food and containers from blocking door See problem section OPENING CLOSING of doors Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting until the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures This is normal Refrigerator goes on and off to keep the temperature cons
27. on Nut Installation Connect the tubing to Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator 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 Tubing Clamp 1 4 Tubing 1 4 Compression Nut Ferrule sleeve a Refrigerator Connection 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 copper tubing into the connection as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting Turn the water on at Tighten any connections that leak the shutoff valve a Plug In the Refrigerator Arrange the coil of copper tubing behind the refrigerator so 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 switch to the ON position The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15 F 9 C It will then begin operation automatically lf the freezer compartment door is lower than the refrigerator compartment door lf the freezer compartment door is higher than the re
28. or door will close smoothly by raising the front side by adjusting the height adjusting screw If the door does not close properly because it is improperly adjusted the performance of the refrigerator will be affected Starting When your refrigerator is first installed allow it to stabilize at normal operating temperatures 2 3 hours prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods If operation is interrupted wait 5 minutes before restarting Adjusting the temperatures and functions Water Ice Output Dispenser Push Switch Dispenser Lamp concealed ihe F sa K ROOM TEMPERATURE NC ea a a on DOOR ALARM O z Dahhh OF bd OF E we a ie Q ICEPLUS HOLD3SECS DISPENSER amp BUTTON Display Power Change Display Degree Saving Mode Fahrenheit to Centigrade Mode NOTE Your model may not include every option e The control display is operated by touch Excessive moisture on the display may cause a malfunction Please keep display clean and dry How to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment How to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment 1 Display Power Saving Mode This function places the display into power saving mode until the next time the door is opened Press the FREEZER and ICE PLUS buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds All LEDs will then turn ON then OFF When the power savin
29. r light This button turn the dispenser light in the dispenser on an off a The dispenser light function is turned ON or OFF by pressing Light Filter button If the dispenser light stays on for more than 7 minutes it will turn off automatically Some models have an auto LIGHT FILTER mode that uses a light sensor to turn the dispenser light on and off LIGHT FILTER Auto light is not applicable to all models Other functions How ice cold water is supplied Cautions Ambient Temperature Display Window Temperature is displayed only between 16 F 120 F 9 C 49 C Ni oF Temperature below 15 F 9 C is indicated by LO and ROOM TEMPERATURE temperature above 121 F 49 C is indicated by HI Diagnostic failure detection function The diagnostic function automatically detects failure when failure is found in product during the use of refrigerator f your refrigerator fails do not turn off the power Call 1 800 243 0000 24 7 and select the option to locate an Authorized Servicer or call our support line for assistance Turning off the appliance will make it more difficult for the service technician to determine the problem Water is cooled while stored in the water tank in freezer door and then sent to the dispenser Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser Throw away the ice about 20 pieces and water about 7 glasses first made after refrigerator install
30. reezing It may take up to 24 hours for your icemaker to begin producing ice Tools required Standard screwdriver 7 16 inch and 1 2 inch open end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches 1 4 inch nut driver 1 4 inch drill bit Hand drill or electric drill properly grounded NOTE e Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1 4 inch saddle type shut off valve a union and copper tubing Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes Do not use a piercing type or 3 16 inch saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily Cold water supply The icemaker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator The icemaker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure 20 120 psi Ib inch Connect the tubing to water line 1 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power 2 Turn OFF main water supply Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line It may help to open an outside faucet to allow the water to drain from the line in the house 3 Find a 1 2 inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator NOTE e Horizontal pipe will work but the following precaution must be taken Drill on the top of the pipe not the bottom This will help keep water away from the drill This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve 4 To determine the length of copper tubing you will need m
31. sh all compartments a baking soda solution or a mild detergent and warm water Rinse and dry Please verify that the power cord is not damaged power plug is not overheated or power plug is well inserted into the power consent Always remove power cord from the wall outlet prior to cleaning in the vicinity of electrical parts lamps switches controls etc Wipe up excess moisture with a sponge or cloth to prevent water or liquid from getting into any electrical part and causing an electric shock Never use metallic scouring pads brushes coarse abrasive cleaners strong alkaline solutions flammable or toxic cleaning liquids on any surface Do not touch frozen surfaces with wet or damp hands because damp object will stick or adhere to extremely cold surfaces Occurrence Runing of refrigerator Refrigerator compressor does not run Refrigerator runs too much or too long Troubleshooting Care and Maintenance Before calling for service review this list It may save you both time and expense This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance Possible cause Refrigerator control is off Refrigerator is in defrost cycle Plug at wall outlet is disconnected Power outage Check house lights Refrigerator is larger than the previous one you owned Room or outside weather is hot Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a peri
32. t the refrigerator control to a warmer setting See above solution It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the moisture content of meat Set the freezer or refrigerator control to a colder setting until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Set the freezer or refrigerator control to a colder setting until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Warm air enters the refrigerator freezer whenever the door is opened Open the door less often Close the door completely Wait until the refrigerator or freezer has a chance to reach its selected temperature A refrigerator requires some hours to cool down completely Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting Occurrence Sound and noise Louder sound levels when refrigerator is on Louder sound levels when compressor comes on Vibrating or rattling noise Water Moisture Ice inside refrigerator Moisture collects on the inside walls of the refrigerator Water Moisture Ice outside refrigerator Moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator or between doors Possible cause Today s refrigerators have increased storage capacity and maintain more even temperatures Refrigerator operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Items placed on the top of the refrigerator are vibrating
33. tant Occurrence Refrigerator compressor does not run Temperatures are too cold Temperature in the freezer is too cold but the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Temperature in the refrigerator is too cold and the freezer temperature is satisfactory Food stored in drawers freezes Meat stored in fresh meat drawer freezes Temperatures are too warm Temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer are too warm Temperature in the refrigerator is too warm but the freezer temperature is satisfactory y Possible cause Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator at a constant temperature Freezer control is set too cold Refrigerator control is set too cold Refrigerator control is set too cold Meat should be stored at a temperature just below the freezing point of water 32 F 0 C for maximum fresh storage time Freezer control is set too warm Refrigerator control is set too warm Refrigerator control has some effect on freezer temperature Doors are opened too frequently or too long Door is slightly open Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time Refrigerator control is set too warm Solution This is normal The refrigerator goes on and off to keep the temperature constant Set the freezer control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is satisfactory Se
34. tly absorbs strong odors by using the optical catalyst This FE Deodorizing system does hot have any affect on coe egetable stored food compartment Optichill Optional Fresh compartment Optional Since it is installed already installed onto the cool air intake duct from the from the refrigerator compartment you need no separate installation Use closed containers to store food with pungent odors Otherwise this odor will be absorbed by other food in the compartment Optichill Temperature Transition Corner By pressing the button store vegetables fruits or other types of food such as meat to be defrosted raw fish etc Temperature Change at Optichill Method to Use You can select optimum temperature range depending on types of foods stored 3 steps of temperature selection are available including 27 F 30 F 39 F Vegetables fruits cold storage Items requiring humidity maintenance meats and fishes can be stored under optimal conditions by selectiong the correct storage temperature for the foods being stored Sues OPTICHILL Foc o are Paniai yp a When using the Optichill as storage room of meats if stored there vegetables or fruits may be frozen a When using the Optichill as storage room of meats keeping meats or fishes may be spoiled and thus meats or fishes must be kept in the freezer
35. y made when ice is dropped into ice storage bin Volume may This sound is normally made when ice maker is supplied with water after dropping Please thoroughly read Automatic icemaker and dispenser in this manual LG ELECTRONICS INC LG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY USA Your LG Refrigerator will be will repaired or replaced at LG s option if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period Warranty Period set forth below effective from the date Date of Purchase of original consumer purchase of the product This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States including Alaska Hawaii and U S Territories WARRANTY PERIOD REFRIGERATOR FREEZER LABOR One Year from the Date of Purchase PARTS One Year from the Date of Purchase SEALED SYSTEM Compressor Condenser and Evaporator LABOR One Year from the Date of Purchase PARTS Seven years from the Date of Purchase Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original unit s warranty period HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED In Home Service Except Model GRO51 Please retain dealer s dated bill of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for proof of warranty and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the service person at the time warranty service is provided Please call 1 800 243 0
36. y pulling it out while compartment slightly striking and rotating Y the lamp cover lamp Turn the bulb counterclockwise Max 40 W bulb for refrigerator is used and can be purchased at a service center Freezer To remove a shelf push the shelf to the left O compartment lift the left part of the shelf a bit O lift the right shelf part up and take it out Door rack and Lift the door rack holding both sides O and support pull it out Ice storage bin Hold the ice storage bin as shown in the right figure and pull it out while slightly lifting it Do not dismantle the ice storage bin unless it is necessary Use both hands to remove the Ice bin to avoid dropping it After dispenser The water collector has no self drainage is used function so it should be cleaned regularly Remove the cover by pulling the front of the water collector cover and dry it with a cloth Care and Maintenance Lamp in Insert the tool into the marked area and push refrigerator the tool to disconnect compartment Use the tool with the flat tip such as a flat screw driver Turn the bulb counterclockwise Max 40 W bulb for refrigerator is used and can be purchased at a service center Vegetable To remove the vegetable compartment compartment cover pull out the vegetable compartment cover a bit to the front lift the front part of the vegetable compartment cover as shown by O an
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