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LG GSB325WBQV side-by-side refrigerator

1. LG Life s Good HSITON OWNER S MANUAL SXS REFRIGERATOR Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times P No MFL67683082 www lg com Electrical Connections In the UK Only Important The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code GREEN AND YELLOW EARTH BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE This appliance must be earthed Green and Yellow Earth E Brown Live Fuse Blue Neutral SAN F 7 Cord grip LN As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured Green or Green and Yellow The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Red Ifa 13 amp BS 1363 plug is used fit a 13 amp BS 1362 fuse Introduction Installation Operation Suggestion on food storage Care and maintenance Table of contents Entry Important safety instructions Identification of parts Where to install Door removal Doo
2. C 18 C Freezer foods for short term storage Refreshment centre Applicable to some models only Howtouse Open the minibar door You can access the minibar without opening the refrigerator door thus saving electricity Inner lamp is lit in the refrigerator compartment when the minibar door opens making it easy to identify the contents Use the minibar Never use the minibar door as a chopping doorasastand board and take care not to damage it with sharp tools Never rest or press on the open minibar door Neverremove The minibar can not function correctly the inner minibar without the cover doorcaver Only applies to models with inner minibar cover Never place Not only may the minibar door be heavy items on damaged but children may be hurt the minibar door orallow children tohang or sit onit Operation No Plumbing Ice amp Water Applicable to some models only The other You can use the Automatic ice maker and Water Dispenser function functions without having to connect an external water pipe to the refrigerator The refrigerator uses an internal water tank located on the refrigerator door to supply water for these functions To remove the water tank Turn the locking dial to the OPEN position as shown in Fig 1 Then hold and pull the cap of the water tank in the direction of the arrow in Fig 2 to release the water tank the water tank can now be lifted carefull
3. be highlighted Ice amp Water NB Please wait for 2 3 seconds before removing the cup from beneath the dispenser to ensure it has finished dispensing the ice or water When you use the ice maker please remove the cover from door and keep it in the door basket or other place ES When you don t use the ice maker please put SZ on the cover and turn off the ice maker by the switch them remove all the ice in the bucket ice ia To get cold water The dispensed water will not be icy cold but just cool or cold If you want colder water dispense ice before dispensing water If you have difficulty in replacing the ice storage bin Rotate the rotary gear in 1 4 cycle as shown in the illustration and then push it back When ice maker does not operate smoothly Express Freezer Filter condition cyde display function on some light on some model Ice is lumped together When ice is lumped together take the ice lumps out of the ice storage bin break them into small pieces and place them back into the ice storage bin When the ice maker produces small or lumped together ice the amount of water supplied to the ice maker may need to be adjusted Contact the service centre If ice is not used frequently it may lump together Power failure Ice may melt and drop into the freezer compartment Take the ice storage bin out and discard all the ice then dry it and place it back After the machine is
4. is covered by the European Directive 2002 96 EC 2 All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities 3 The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health 4 For more detailed information about disposal of your old applianceplease contact your local Council waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Care and maintenance Noise Door open Icing Dew drops Temperature It is Normal The following occurrences are normal Occurrence When you hear Tak or Took sound When you hear Deureureuk Dulkuk or Woong sound When you hear Kureureuk sound of water flowing When you hear the sound of wind such as Shoo or Shik right after you close the door When you hear the vibrating sound When you hear a loud sound after installing the product for the first time When the door is slightly opened after closing the door When there is icing or dew drops formed on the inner or outer side of the refrigerator When the front side of the refrigerator is warm Solution This is the sound of various parts expanding contracting or various control devices operating depending on the temperature change within the refrigerator This is th
5. powered again crushed ice will be automatically selected The unit is newly installed It takes about 12 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to make ice in the freezer compartment Please select this function for fast freezing OFF ON OFF is repeated whenever pressing Express Freeze button Express Freeze The arrow graphic remains On after flickering 4 times when H selecting Express Freeze Express Freeze will automatically turn off after a fixed time passes This button locks the other buttons EE Locking or Release is repeated whenever the uu urtasses pan is pressed for more than 3 seconds lock unlock Ifyou use the lock button none of the other buttons will work until you unlock them There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the dispenser The water filter should be replacedevery six months The filter light comes on as a reminder to let you know when to replace filter After replacing the filter press and hold the filter button for more than 3 seconds to reset the indicator Light Fitter Gon Cia This button turn the dispenser light on and off tat Fer The dispenser light function is turned ON or OFF by pressing Light Filter Light button Howice cold wateris supplied Door open warning A warning bleep will sound 3 times every 30 seconds if the main or minibar door is left open or ajar for more than a minu
6. setting is repeated in the order of 19 C 20 C 23 T 15 C gt 19C e Mm Type 2 Freezer MH X Whenever pressing Freezer setting is repeated in the order of 19 C 20 C AO 14 C 19C How to adjust the Metrigerator room temperature adjustment tere mee temperature in the refrigerator compartment 2 EE ae Type 1 Fridge se a X Whenever pressing Fridge setting is repeated in the order of BC BC OCED RO Setting temperature Type 2 Fridge ue X Whenever pressing Fridge setting is repeated in the order of BCC 10 7030 The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status The indicated temperature is a target temperature not the actual temperature within the refrigerator Until your refrigerator has settled from transit it will not perform at its optimum It takes 2 or 3 days for the fridge to stabilise During this period please adjust the temperature as above Dispenser use on some model Ice maker cover onsome model Precautions when using the dispen ser on some model Ice OM Ice or Choose from crushed ice water and cubed ice and depress the dispenser switch with a glass or other container Water Cubed Ice Crushed Ice Select water by pressing the Select cubed ice by pressing Select crushed ice by pressing selection button which willbe the selection button which the selection button which will highlighted will be highlighted
7. to prevent it and other appliances from overloading the circuit and causing a power Accessibility outage of Supply Plug The appliance should be positioned so that the supply plug is easily accessible for quick Supply Cord disconnection should an accident occur Replacement Ifthe supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent A Warning ora similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard Do not modify or extend the Power Cord length O It may cause electric shock or fire W olol Child entrapment A Warning Don t store Warning Grounding Earthing ZAN Warning N Warning DANGER Risk of child entrapment Before you dispose of your old refrigerator please remove doors but leave the shelves in place so that children cannot climb inside 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 appliance Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapour and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance In the event of an electric short circuit grounding earthing reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the ele
8. valve Refrigerator or freezer door is not closed Be sure both doors are closed Water hasan odd taste and or odour Water has been in the tank for too long Dispense and discard 7 glasses of water to freshen the supply Dispense and discard an additional 7 glasses to completely rinse out tank Connect unit to cold water line which supplies water to kitchen tap Unit not properly connected to cold water line Sound of ice dropping This sound is normally made when automatically made ice is dropped into ice storage bin Volume may vary according to refrigerator s location Sound of water supply This sound is normally made when ice maker is supplied with water after dropping the automatically made ice The display shows the word OFF After 20 seconds the word OFF disappears but the refirgerator is still in the DEMO MODE The refrigerator is in the Demo Demonstration Mode The Demonstration Mode disables the cooling system only the lighting system and the display operate in a regular way To disable the Demo Mode open the door and holding down the Fridge button press the EXPRESS F button 3 times After deactivating the Demo Mode the previously set values will appear Other Please thoroughly read Automatic ice maker and dispenser in this manual DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE 1 When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product
9. ator operates at higher pressures This is normal The sound will level o when compressor during the start of the ON cycle as the refrigerator continues to run comes on Vibrating or rattling Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on Be sure floor is level and solid and can noise the floor when it is moved slightly adequately support refrigerator Refrigerator control is set too cold See above solution Items placed on the top of the refrigerator are vibrating Remove items Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in the refrigerator It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly Move dishes slightly Make sure refrigerator is level and firmly set on floor It is normal for the refrigerator to have a slight lean backwards Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets Move refrigerator so that it does not touch the wall or refrigerator Water Moisture Ice inside refrigerator Moisture collects on the inside walls of the refrigerator The weather is hot and humid which increases the rate of frost buildup and internal sweating This is normal Door is slightly open See problem section opening closing of doors Door is opened too often or too long Open the door less often Water Moisture Ice outside refrigerator Moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator or between doors Weather is humid This is normal in humid weather When humidity i
10. atures and options vary by model Your model may not include every option Select a good location Disposal of the old appliance Door removal Remove lower cover and then feed water tube Remove the freezer compartment door nstallation Where to install 1 Place your appliance where it is easy to use Keep tata 2 Avoid placing the unit near heat sources di se TORE distance _ rect sunlight or moisture Do not operate the ee appliance outdoors where it can be exposed More than directly or indirectly to sun wind and rain GO 5 cm to back 3 To ensure proper air circulation around the fridge freezer 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 levelled 5 Do not install the appliance in temperatures of less than 5 C as the performance may be affected 6 This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops offices and other working environments farm houses and by clients in hotels motels and other residential type environments bed and breakfast type environments catering and similar non retail applications This appliance contains fluid refrigerant lubricant and is made of parts and materi als which are reusable and or recyclable All the packaging materials should be sent to the collection centre for recycling Fo
11. bin is empty When the first supply of ice is dropped into the bin the dispenser should operate Freezer temperature is set too warm 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 Household water line valve is not open Open household water line valve and allow sufficient time for ice to be made When ice is made dispenser should operate 9 Refrigerator or freezer door is not closed Be sure both doors are closed Care an ntenance Dispenser willnot dispenseice Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use temperature fluctuations and or power outrages 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 Ice dispenser is jammed Ice cubes are jammed between the icemaker arm and back of the bin Remove the ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser Ice cubes are frozen together Only the ice cubes made by the ice maker should be used with the dispenser Ice cubes that have been purchased or made in some other way have been used in the dispenser Use a different container or brand of wrapping materials Dispenser will not dispense water Household water line valve is not open See problem Ice maker is not making any ice Open household water line
12. bles dew may form This has no effect on operation or performance Remove the dew with an absorbent dry cloth Suggestion for energy saving Install the fridge in a shady cool and well ventilated place Do not open and close the door frequently if not necessary Please do not keep the door open for a long time close door in the shortest time e Allow hot food to cool prior to storing Too much food are not advised to be put in Enough space should be kept for cool air circulating freely Do not set the temperature of refrigerator lower than needed Do not put the food near the temperature sensor Food need t store is not advised to be put in e Place the deep frozen food for thawing intorefrigerator they can be used for cooling the refrigerator Applicabe to some models only Clean up the back cover and anti condensation pipe termly once a year to make sure heat exchange in gear Applicabe to some models only Do not block air vents with food Applicabe to some models only Care and tenance How to dismantle parts Freezer To remove a shelf push the shelf to the left lift the compartment left part of the shelf a bit lift the right part up and shelf take it out Doorrackand support Lift the door rack holding both sides and pull it out After dispenseris The water collector has no self draining function It used should be cleaned regularly Applicableto First take out the water coll
13. ctric current In order to prevent possible electric shock this appliance must be earthed Improper connection of the earthing plug can cause electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or service engineer if the earthing instructions are not completely understood or if you have doubts as to whether the appliance is properly earthed Do not use the combustible spray near the refrigerator Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance It may cause fire A Keep ventilation openings in the room where the appliance is installed clear of obstruction A Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer A Do not damage the refrigerant circuit A Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer A Disposal procedures If disposing of this appliance please consult with a service agent or a similarly qualified person for more details AN This appliance may contain Check the rating comliance label for the refriger ant type and amount Applicable to some models only 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 c
14. e controls Refrigerator Refrigerator is in defrost cycle This is normal for a fully automatic compressor does not defrosting refrigerator The defrost cycle nn occurs periodically Plug at wall outlet is disconnected Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet Power outage Check house lights Call your electricity supplier Refrigerator is larger than the previous This is normal Larger more efficient one you owned units run longer in these conditions Room or outside weather is hot It is normal for the refrigerator to work harder under these conditions Refrigerator Refrigerator has recently been It takes some hours for the refrigerator compressorrunstoo disconnected for a period of time to cool down completely often or toolong Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run longer until the desired temperature is reached Doors are opened too frequently or too long Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run longer Open the door less often Refrigerator or freezer door may be slightly open Make sure the refrigerator is level It is normal for the refrigerator to have a slight lean backwards Keep food and containers from blocking door See problem section OPENING CLOSING of doors Refrigerator control is set too cold Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting until the refrigerator temperatur
15. e count of compressor or fan operating when the operation of the refrigerator is starting or ending This is the same phenomenon of the sound generated when starting or tuming off the engine of a car This is the sound of refrigerant changing the condition in the freezerffridge When the liquid changes to gas you will hear the sound of water flowing and when gas changes to liquid you will hear the Kureureuk sound This is the sound generated when the internal pressure is temporarily lowered when the warm air entered through the fridge or freezer is cooled fast If the refrigerator is installed on wooden floor or wooden wall or if the refrigerator is not leveled properly the sound can be loud from the vibration When you operate the refrigerator for the first time the refrigerator will operate at high speed to cool fast and the sound can seem louder When the internal temperature falls below a certain level the noise will subside Depending on the fore or speed of closing the fridge or freezer door the door can open slightly and then get closed Be careful not to close the door to hard When external air flows into the cool inner surface of the refrigerator icing dew drops can be formed Especially this will happen more easily when you open and close the refrigerator door more frequently Also if the humidity of the installed location is high or during the rainy season or on a rainy day dew drops can form on the outer sid
16. e is satisfactory Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator at a constant temperature This is normal Refrigerator goes on and off to keep the temperature constant sm Refrigerator compressor Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator at a Set refrigerator control See setting the doesnotrun constant temperature controls Temperatures are too cold Temperature in the freezer is too cold but refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Freezer control is set too cold Set freezer control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is satisfactory Temperature in the refrigerator is too cold but freezer temperature is satisfactory Refrigerator control is set too cold Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting until the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Food stored in drawers freezes Refrigerator control is set too cold See above solution Meat stored in fresh Meat should be stored at a temperature just It is normal for ice crystals to form meat drawer freezes below the freezing point of water 32F 0 due to the moisture content of meat for maximum fresh storage time Temperatures are too wam Temperaturesinthe Freezer control is set
17. e of the refrigerator This is a natural phenomenon that occurs during the humid weather Wipe the water drops with a dry cloth Heat pipes are installed around the front part of the refrigerator and on the divider of the freezer and fridge to prevent the dew drops rom forming The refrigerator may feel warmer after the installation or during the hot summer but this is not a problem and you can be rest assured LG Life s Good Register your product Online www lg com
18. e the feed water pipe tube 1 Loosen the hinge cover screws and remove the cover Remove connection wires if any except for the earth line 2 Remove keeper by rotating it clockwise and then remove the upper hinge by lifting it up 2 3 Remove the refrigerator compartment door by lifting it up Lower hinge Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access door as illustrated to the right Door replacement Once the fridge is through the access door remount the fridge doors by following the door removal instructions in reverse Before installation N Warning Ifthe freezer compartment doorishigherthan the refrigerator compartment door tallation Feed water pipe installation Dispenser model only Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147 834kPa 1 5 8 5kgf cm2 The pressure is correct when an instant paper cup 180cc is filled in 3 sec 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 feed Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 8m and be careful that the tube does not bend If the tube is 8m or longer it may cause water feed prob lems owing to the drain water pressure Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat Refer to instructions with water filter kit for installation Connect to potable water supp
19. ector cover me only Press the cover where PUSH marked to lift the water collector cover up Take out the water collector cover as illustrated Refreshment centre Separate the bin O to upward Applicable to some Separate the upper rack of the minibar and then models only pull out the minibar cover The minibar can be removed by pulling it upwards Vegetable compartment Space Plus Applicable to some models only Ice storage bin Applicable to some models only Icemaker Applicable to some models only To remove the vegetable compartment cover pull out the vegetable compartment to the front lift the back part of the vegetable compartment cover as shown by and take it out Lift the space plus and pull it out to direction Hold the ice storage bin as shown in the right figure and pull it out while slightly lifting it Itis recommended that the ice storage bin is not dismantled unless absolutely necessary Be sure to use both hands when removing the ice storage bin so as not to drop it on the floor If the ice storage bin does not fit well slightly rotate the rotating device Tum off the Ice maker switch off after remove the SPACE PLUS if you are on a long term vacation or don t use ice If you want to use for ice tum on the Ice maker switch on Vacation time Power failure Ifyoumove Anti condensation pipe Understanding mayhear Interi
20. efer to identification of parts Freezer Store various frozen foods such as meat fish ice cream compartment frozen snacks etc shelf Freezer Store small packed frozen food compartment Temperature is likely to increase as door opens So do doorrack not store long term food such ice cream etc Freezer Store meat fish chicken etc after wrapping them with compartment tin foil drawer Store dry Milk product comer Store milk products such as butter cheese etc Egg box Place this egg box in the proper location Refreshment center Store foods of frequent use such as beverage etc Refrigerator Store side dishes or other foods at a proper distance compartment shelf Refrigerator Store small packed food or beverages such as milk juice compartment beer etc door rack Vegetabledrawer Store vegetable fruits meat to thaw raw fish etc Freezer Compartment Refrigerator Compartment 2 Storing foods Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment How food is frozen and thawed is an important factor in maintaining its freshness and flavour Do not store food which goes bad easily at low temperatures such as bananas and melons Allow hot food to cool prior to storing Placing hot food in a refrigerator could spoil other food and lead to higher energy consumption When storing food cover it with vinyl wrap or store in a container with a lid This prevents moisture from evaporati
21. er cord Always grip 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 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 maintenance Never touch the appliance with wet hands as you may receive an electric shock or injure yourself Never damage press severely bend pull or twist the power cord as damage to the cord may cause fire or electric shock Never touch the cord if you are uncertain if the appliance is correctly earthed Never place glass items in the freezer as they may break due to expansion of their contents on freezing Never put your hands into the storage bin of the automatic ice maker as you could be injured during its operation The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons 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 refreshment centre door These actions may damage the refrigerator and even tip it over causing severe personal injury Don t use an extension cord It is advised that this appliance should be connected through an independent power socket
22. f dispenser cleaning product and then pour it into the water tank Do not use any harsh chemicals 3 Dispense 1 cup of solution and leave the rest of it inside dispenser system for time shown on the cleaning product label Do not drink water from the dispenser while all the cleaning process 4 Dispense rest of the solution until the tank is empty 5 Clean the water tank with a soft sponge and rinse it under tap water 6 Fill the water tank with fresh water Dispense 3 cups of water one after another with 20s breaks Fill the water tank with boiled water and dispense one cup 7 Check taste of water If the taste is tainted repeat action no 6 until water has non suspicious taste We recommend NOT to leave water inside the water tank for more than 2 days Sediment seen Type of water supply or water dispenser Clean the water tank Always boil water inside the water tank needs cleaning before placing it into the water tank Bad smell and Water not dispensed for extended period Pour out old water Clean the water tank taste of water Fill the water tank with new water Running of refrigerator Trouble shooting 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 Refrigerator control is off Set refrigerator control See setting th
23. ircuit are damaged Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury Ifa 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 refriger ant in your particular appliance is shown on the identication plate inside the appliance Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage If in doubt consult your dealer Introduction Identification of parts Non dispenser model Freezer Refrigerator compartment compartment Lamp Dairy corner Lamp Door rack Door rack Shelf i el Door rack if Refreshment center Optional Ice tray oe el Door rack Door rack Vegetable drawer Door rack Drawer Door rack Lower cover Dispenser model Freezer Refrigerator compartment compartment Space plus Dairy comer Lamp Door rack Automatic ice maker Door rack Ice maker cover ster ae Egg box Shelf Refreshment center Optional Shef a Shelf I Door rack Door rack No Plumbing Ice amp Water Opt nail Door rack Drawer Vegetable drawer NOTE Parts fe
24. ly only for Plumbing Type Fill with potable water only for Non Plumbing Type Door height adjustment Level the door by inserting flat type driver into the groove of the left height adjusting screw and rotate it clockwise Height difference Height iference nl Left height adjustment screw Level the door by inserting flat type driver into the groove of the left height adjusting screw and rotate it clockwise Height difference Height difference d Right height adjustment screw Installation Ifthe freezer compartment dooris lower than therefrigerator compartment door on some model Ifthe freezer compartment doorishigherthan the refrigerator compartment door on some model A Warning After levelling the door height Next Insert the transparent sheet supplied with the product wen the freezer door is lower then the refrigerator door Separate the door with the lower height use the type screwdriver to unscrew the screw at the bottom hinge as shown at Figure insert the transparent sheet between the bottom hinge and the bottom bracket and then fix it with the screw as shown at Figure 2 Height dierence Transparent Bottom sheet hinge ke 2 eon bracket Adiustablo supports an bo adjusted when the mal Talrigerator snot stable Make adjustments when the refrigerator d
25. ng 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 causes temperatures to rise Never keep too much food in the door rack as it may push against the inner racks so that the door cannot fully close Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment they may break when frozen Do not refreeze food that has been thawed This causes loss of taste and nutrients 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 cold foods or containers especially metallic containers with wet hands or place glass products in the freezer compartment You may get chill blains and glass containers may break when frozen causing personal injury Avoid placing sauces on top refrigerator shelves which could freeze on direct 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 Ifyou keeping the refrigerator in a hot and humid place frequently open the door or store a lot of vegeta
26. oor is lower then the freezer door while using the refrigerator Use the adjustment tool to rotate the adjustment hinge pin 2 in either clockwise or counterclockwise direction to level the height of the refrigerator to that of the freezer Height diference ene pata Adiustable supports can be adjusted when the refrigerator is not stable Do not adjust the height axcessively You can lose the hinge pin Height adjustable range Maximum of 5mm The refrigerator doors will close smoothly by adjusting the front side using the height adjustment screw If the doors do not close correctly performance may be affected 1 Wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping and clean your appliance thoroughly 2 Install accessories such as the ice cube box cover evaporating tray etc in their proper places They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipping 3 Connect the power supply cord or plug to the outlet Don t double up with other appliances on the same outlet Operation Starting When your refrigerator is first installed allow it to stabilize at normal operating temperatures for 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 Non dispenser model Refreshment Center Applicable to some models only Display Power Saving Mode NOTE Your model may no
27. or After cleaning A Warning Care and maintenance 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 not to operate remove all food disconnect the power cord clean the interior thoroughly and leave each door OPEN to prevent odour 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 through the refrigerator to prevent sweating on the outer cabinet wall 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 describes the kinds of actually are The following sounds and what may be making them The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends The thermostat control or refrigerator con
28. placed at the entrance of the ice chute ice may not be dispensed The ice chute may become covered with ice powder if crushed ice is most commonly used Remove the accumulated ice powder Never store beverage cans or other foods in the ice storage bin for rapid cooling This may damage the automatic ice maker Never use fine crystal glasses or crockery to collect ice Such glasses or containers may be broken Put ice into a glass before filling with water or other beverages Water may be splashed if ice is added after the drink Never touch the ice outlet either with hands or any implement Touching the ice outlet may cause a breakage or hand injury Never remove the ice maker cover It might be necessary from time to time to level the ice so the storage bin can fill to capacity If ice is allowed to pile up near the ice maker the ice maker may think that it is already full and it will stop producing ice If discolored ice is dispensed stop using the appliance and contact your serv ice centre immediately Ice may be jammed in ice chute causing the refrigerator to fail Never use narrow or deep glassware when using the icemaker as ice can back up into the ice chute and cause a malfunction Keep the glass at a proper distance from ice outlet A glass too close to the outlet may hinder ice from coming out Operation Two stars section EE Applicable to some models only Two stars means the temperature in the section is 12
29. r details of your local recycling centre please contact your local council A Electric Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator before installing Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury If your front door is too narrow to get the refrigerator into the house remove the refrigerator doors and pass the appliance through laterally Remove the lower cover by loosening oC T J all the screws Then push in the feed S a water tube while depressing the a G connector as shown in the illustration on the right NOTE lfa tube end is deformed or abraded trim the end with sharp knife until perfectly round 1 Remove the hinge cover by loosening the screws Then sepa rate all connection wires except for the earth Feed water tube 2 Remove the keeper by rotating it counter clockwise and then lifting the upper hinge up 2 NOTE When removing the upper hinge be careful that the door does not fall forwards Remove the refrigerator compartment door Pass the refrigerator 3 Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it upward The door should be ER I ey lifted high enough for the feed water Enough for pipe tube to be completely pulled out lt ESL pe feed pipe tube te NOTE If you have removed the refrigerator compartment door to pass the appliance through an access door lay the door down but be careful not to damag
30. r replacement Feed water pipe installation Dispenser model only Door height adjustment Starting Adjusting the temperature and functions Dispenser use on some model Two stars section Applicable to some models only Refreshment centre Applicable to some models only No Plumbing Ice amp Water Applicable to some models only Shelf Egg box Depends on model Deodorizer Applicable to some models only Freezer compartment Applicable to some models only Location of foods Storing foods Suggestion for energy saving How to dismantle parts General information Cleaning Troubleshooting It is normal GOOSE BOB BH8SOOGOSGEH BEOOG OOP Introducti Entry The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case on the back or one side of the refrigerator compartment of this unit These numbers are unique to this unit and are 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 purchased from Dealer address Dealer phone no Model no Serial no Important safety instructions Before it is used this refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation instructions in this document This Refrigerator is intended for Domestic indoor use only Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the pow
31. s lower the moisture should disappear Co Door is slightly open causing cold air from the inside the refrigerator to meet warm air from the outside This time close the door completely Interior needs to be cleaned Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda Food with strong odour is in the refrigerator Cover food completely Some containers and wrapping materials produce odours Use a different container or brand of wrapping materials Opening Closing of doors Drawers Door s will not close Food package is keeping door open Move packages that keep door from closing Door was closed too hard causing other door to open slightly Close both doors gently Refrigerator is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Adjust the height adjusting screw Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Be sure floor is level and can adequately support refrigerator Contact carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor It is normal for the refrigerator to have a slight lean backwards Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets Move refrigerator Drawers are difficult tomove Food is touching shelf on top of the drawer Keep less food in drawer Track that drawer slides on is dirty Clean drawer and track Dispenser Dispenser will not dispense ice Ice storage
32. solution of mild soap or detergent to clean the durable finish of your refrigerator Wipe with a clean damp cloth and then dry 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 Do not use appliance wax bleach or other products containing chlorine on stainless steel Regular cleaning is recommended Wash all compartments with a baking soda solution ora 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 wall outlet socket Always remove power cord from the wall outlet prior to cleaning near to electrical equipment 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 to extremely cold surfaces Cleaning the water dispenser and the water tank Applicable to some models only Frequency of cleaning every 2 months or when is needed Procedure 1 Before cleaning pour out water from the water tank 2 Mix 0 51 of water with proper amount o
33. t include every option Operation Ice amp Water Output Ice amp Water Push Switch Ice amp Water lamp Display Power Saving Mode Display Power Saving Mode Dispenser model Refreshment Center Applicable to some models only Fig 2 NOTE Your model may not include every option This function places the display into power saving mode until the next time the door is opened Press the FREEZER and EXPRESS FRZ buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds All LED light will then turn ON then OFF When the power saving 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 EXPRESS FRZ buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds When doors are closed or stopping button selection for 20 seconds the brightness of LED display will turn down The power saving mode is activated When a door is open or a button is pressed the brightness of LED display will turn up You can adjust temperature of the freezer room and refrigerator room temperatire How to adjust the freezer room temperature adjustment temperature in the freezer gt compartment Type 1 Freezer m i c X Whenever pressing Freezer
34. te Please contact your local service centre if the warning continues to sound when the door is closed Diagnosis failure detection function The Diagnosis function automatically detects the problem when a failure is found whilst using of refrigerator Ifa fault occurs and none of the refrigerator buttons or functions are working do not turn power off but immediately contact your local service centre Once powered off it may not be possible for a service engineer to use the Diagnosis function to detect what caused the original fault Water is cooled while stored in the water tank in the refrigerator compartment and then sent to the dispenser Ice is made in the automatic ice maker and is then sent to the dispenser as either crushed or cubed ice NOTE Itis normal that at first the water is not very cold If you want colder water add ice to the glass Throw away the first ice about 20 pieces and the first water about 7 glasses passing through the appliance when the refrigerator is initially installed The first ice and water may include particles or odour from the feed water pipe or the feed water box The should also be done if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time Keep children away from the dispenser Children may push the dispenser switch incorrectly or damage the dispenser by breaking associated parts It may also cause them injury Always ensure that food does not block the ice chute If foods are
35. too warm Set the refrigerator control to a colder refrigerator or freezer are setting until the freezer or refrigerator too warm temperature is satisfactory Refrigerator control is set too warm Refrigerator control has some effect on freezer temperature Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Doors are opened too frequently or too long Warm air enters the refrigerator freezer whenever the door is opened Open the door less often Door is slightly open Close the door completely Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently Wait until the refrigerator or freezer has a chance to reach its selected temperature Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time A refrigerator requires some hours to cool down completely Do not place food items inside the refrigerator until it has initially reached it s set temperature or has cooled down considerably Temperature in the refrigerator is too warm but the freezer temperature is satisfactory 2 Refrigerator control is set too warm Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting Soundand noise Louder sound levels when refrigeratorison Today s refrigerators have increased storage capacity and maintain more even temperatures It is normal for sound levels to be higher Louder sound levels Refriger
36. trol depending on the model will also click when cycling on and off Do not move refrigerator while the refrigerator 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 Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerantthe water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one and you may hear a pulsating or high pitched sound You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator Contraction cause a popping noise to and expansion of the inside walls may a popping noise Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle Cleaning Itis important that your refrigerator be kept clean to prevent undesirable odours Spilled food should be wiped up immediately since it may acidify and stain plastic surfaces if allowed to settle Use a luke warm
37. y out of the door basket for filling or cleaning To fill the water tank Lift up the clamps on both sides to open the water tank cover and then fill the tank Pour water up to the marked line 4 52 When the tank is full close the tank cover and lock the clamps on both sides The water tank can also be filled from the removable fill cap located on the water tank lid To refit the water tank Place the filled water tank back into the door basket and align the pick up nozzle to the water pipe spigot as shown in Fig 3 Firmly push the tank so that the water pick up nozzle locates into the spigot Fig 4 Then turn the locking dial to the CLOSED position The pump motor will then automatically operate when this is ii done so that the water line is purged of any air NOTE If the tank is not inserted correctly water will leak from the pick up nozzle onto the door basket Always wait 15 seconds after dispensing water before attempting to remove the water bottle for filling or cleaning How to use How to disassemble Operation Shelf You can store side dish or refrigerated food on the shelf with sufficient space in between the containers 1 Lift up the back side of the shelf 2 Pull out the shelf Egg box Depends on model Deodorizer Applicable to some models only This system efficiently absorbs strong gt odours by using an optical catalyst This _ Deodori
38. zing system does not have any affect on stored sem kod Vegetable L compartment Vegetable compartment The deodorizer is located behind the vegetable compartment It can be removed for cleaning with soapy warm water from time to time Please use closed containers to store pungent food Odours are easily absorbed by other food in the compartment Operation Freezer Compartment Option not available for all models Ifa large quantity of food is to be placed in the freezer compartment The middle drawer of freezer compartment shall be taken out of the appliance and food shall be stacked directly on the wire shelf Freezer compartment provides wire shelf on default to maximize food storage capacity And also the drawer is provided to convenient usage for watery meat or half liquid state food Max Freezing capacity If there is already food in the compartment button on Express frz several hours before placing fresh produce in the freezer compartment to get maximum ae capacity As a rule 4 hours is adequate i Bottom of frezer Shel Ice Making Option not available for all models To make ice cubes fill the ice tray to the water level and place it in the freezer e To remove ice cubes hold the tray at its ends and twist gently To remove ice cubes easily run water on the tray before twisting uggestion on food storage Location of foods R

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