LG LRFC-21755ST Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
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1. Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features Page references are included for your convenience NOTE This guide covers several different models The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below The locations of the features shown below may not match your model Digital Sensor Control p 15 Oce Bin p 22 B Design A Door p 21 Q Pull out Drawer p 23 O Shelves p 18 Durabase p 22 Optibin Crisper p 19 Divider p 23 Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper Q Freezer Door Rack Tilting LRFC 25750 only p 22 Q Glide N Serve p 21 Wine Holder p 18 Customcube Icemaker p 26 Q Dairy Bin p 22 Q Egg Box REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION A WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator Failure to do so can result in back or other injury UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using Do not remove any warning type labels the model and serial number label or the TechSheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator To remove any remaining tape or glue rub the area briskly with your thumb Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid di2. you remove and attach the handle Sires Keyhole slots A CAUTION When you assemble or mounted ol on back of disassemble handle you must push and on door handle pull with moment force Screws 2 Removing Freezer Drawer Handle mounted NOTE Handle appearance may vary on door e Grasp the handle tightly with both hands and slide the handle to left 1 this may require some force e The keyhole slots 2 on the back of the handle allow the handle to separate from the mounting screws 3 Keyhole slots on back of handle REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REPLACE DOOR DRAWER HANDLES 1 Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle NOTE Handle appearance may vary e Align keyhole slots 1 on the top and bottom of the back of the handle with the screws 2 mounted on the front of the door e Press the handle against the door front making sure that the screws 2 go into the keyhole slots 1 e Holding the handle with both hands press it firmly against the front of the door and slide the handle down 3 Screws mounted on door 2 Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle bi u NOTE Handle appearance may vary on door e Align keyhole slots 4 on the right and left sides of the back of the handle with the screws 5 mounted on the front of the drawer e Press the handle against the drawer front making sure that the screws 5 go into the keyhole slots 4 e Holding the handle with both hands
3. WINE HOLDER Bottles can be stored laterally with this wine holder This can be attached to any shelf Wine holder adjustment Wine holder can be separated by pulling it straight out and installed by placing it at the end of the shelf you want and pushing it inward USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR OPTIBIN CRISPERS The Optibin Crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the crisper The Optibin Crispers include 1 a humidity control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2 a large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold or release moisture CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture sealed crispers Store vegetables or fruits requiring more or less humidity in separate crispers Adjust the control to any setting between and lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh leafy vegetables A CAUTION The glass shelf over the crisper is not firmly secured Be careful when tilting REMOVING CRISPER gt Crispers without rails 1 To remove pull drawer out to full extension 2 Lift the front of the crisper then pull straight out 3 To install slightly tilt up the front and insert drawer into frame and push back into place gt Crispers with rails To remove crisper 1 Pull drawer out to ful
4. press it firmly against the front of the drawer and slide the handle to the left 6 Keyhole slots on back of handle 10 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1 Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE Handle appearance may vary IMPORTANT Before you begin turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it Remove food and any bins from doors gt Left Door e Loosen the screw 1 and release hooks inside of cover e Disconnect door switch wire 2 and remove the top hinge cover 3 e Disconnect the wire harness 4 e Remove the earth screw 5 e Rotate the lever hinge 6 to counter clockwise and lift off the top hinge 7 e Slightly lift up the refrigerator door and remove it e Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up gt Right Door e Remove the right door followed by the same way described above e When removing the top hinge 7 rotate the lever hinge 6 to clockwise at this time A CAUTION When removing top hinge be careful that the door does not fall forwards REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2 Replacing Refrigerator Door gt Right Door e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin 8 Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet e Replace the top hinge 7 by rotating the lever hinge 6 to counter clockwise to tighten it Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded Support the door on the handle side while
5. 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 LIMITED WARRANTY CANADA LG REFRIGERATOR LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace without charge your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in any Canadian Province WARRANTY PERIOD MODEL LRFC21755 LABOR 1 Year PARTS 1 Year LRFC25750 SEALED SYSTEM Labor 1 Year Parts 7 Years Compressor condenser and evaporator HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADA and choose the appropriate prompt Please have product type refrigerator and ZIP Code ready See our website at http www lg ca This warranty provides in home service No other express warranty is applicable to this product THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG ELECTRONICS USA INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES DIRECT O
6. adjust the screws 3 Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily If not tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise It may take several more turns and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount 4 Re adjust if necessary 5 Replace the base grille NOTE Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors Either door can be opened or closed independently of one another And doors not closed automatically so you have to push to get them to seal 14 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION In order to ensure proper temperatures air must flow between the refrigerator and freezer sections As shown in the illustration below air enters at top of freezer and circulates down From bottom of freezer air is forced up to top of refrigerator Air enters refrigerator through top vent then circulates and exists at bottom where it returns to freezer MULTI FLOW e Multi Flow means powerful and effective cooling operation This is especially noticeable when new food is placed in the refrigerator compartment e If water or foreign substances enter the cool air vent while cleaning efficiency will be lowered In addition if gasket is damaged efficiency may be lowered because of escaping cool air Do not block any of cool air vents with food packages If the vents ar
7. and ask how long it will be off 1 If the power will be out for 24 hours or less keep both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen 2 If the power will be out for more than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker OR b Place 2 Ibs of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot of freezer space This will keep the food frozen for two to four days While handling dry ice wear gloves to protect your hands from frostbite OR c If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available consume or can perishable food at once 25 WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave 1 Use up any perishables and freeze other items 2 Empty the ice bin If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave follow these steps 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator 2 Depending on your model set the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section 3 Clean refrigerator wipe it and dry well 4 Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in This stops odor and mold from building up WHEN YOU MOVE When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for the move 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food
8. cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance DO NOT allow children to climb stand or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves Keep fingers out of pinch point areas clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful closing doors when children are in the area Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual Before replacing a burned out light bulb unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb may break when being replaced NOTE Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit e This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator After your refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when h
9. correctly for the surrounding conditions A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or freezer The food is not packaged correctly The doors are not closing completely The weather is humid A self defrost cycle was completed 34 Then gt Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow Refer to Multi Flow on page 15 for the location of air vents gt When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator The more the door is opened the faster the humidity builds up and the more warm air the refrigerator must cool In order to keep the refrigerator cool try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed gt Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 15 Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out If the temperature is too cold or too warm move the dial one number at a time gt Adding food warms the refrigerator It can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature gt Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation If necessary repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide section on page 16 gt See Doors will not close completely on page 32 gt In humid
10. hold A WARNING To prevent accidental child and pet handle If it s taken off it could cause personal injury entrapment or suffocation risk DO NOT allow them to A CAUTION When laying down the drawer be careful play inside of drawer not to damage the floor and hurt your feet by the sharp A WARNING DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer Door edges on hinge side 13 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT Door Alignment Leveling If the space between your doors is uneven follow the instructions below to align the doors Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws one on the right and one on the left If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier adjust the 1 Lift up the door at hinge side with one hand where you want to raise up refrigerator s tilt using the instructions below 2 Insert a snap ring with another hand by twisting using 1 Plug the refrigerator s power cord into a 3 prong pliers grounded outlet Move the refrigerator into its final 3 Insert a snap ring until the doors aligned enough position 3 snap rings provided with Owner s manual 2 Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it It may take several turns of the leveling screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator NOTE Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws This makes it easier to
11. in dry ice 2 Depending on your model turn the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section 3 Unplug the refrigerator 4 Clean wipe and dry thoroughly 5 Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together so they don t shift and rattle during the move Refer to sections in Using your Refrigerator for removable instructions Depending on the model raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs all the way so they don t scrape the floor See the Door Closing section Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet When you get to your new home put everything back and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for preparation instructions ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice Icemaker a Cube Size Select Button Feeler Arm A Cube Size Indicator Light Power Switch The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle approximately 100 130 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature
12. use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 9 CONNECT THE PIPE TO THE 4 Insert the pipe into the valve and fasten with REFRIGERATOR spanner as shown in the figure below Removing and Replacing a Cover Valve NOTE e Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet e f 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 1 Loosen a screw on top of plastic cover 5 Bend the pipe to upwards and replace the cover into original position And tighten the screw 3 Place a compression nut and a ferrule sleeve onto the end of pipe Compression Nut Ferrule sleeve 29 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak Reattach the compressor compartment access cover 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back
13. CIDENTAL 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 e Damages or operating problems that result from misuse abuse operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operating 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
14. E SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp Pipe Saddle Type A Shutoff Valve Vertical Cold Water Pipe NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber 5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell NOTE Do not overtighten or you may crush the tubing Washer Pipe Clamp Inlet End Clamp Screw 6 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet as close to the wall as possible NOTE Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10 diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation 28 Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Outlet Valve 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve Tighten the compression nut securely Compression Nut Packing Nut Ferrule sleeve NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and
15. F O lt am LLI 9 am Le LLI am am 5 gt Z 2 ERIN NOON On Wit w NNN WY ARERR ROR S RARER AON ONN LORE ARRIN AR ARN NNN ARORA WOOO RI oto ORR RADA RRR ARN SARA RR IA SRR RRA RRR NY NRA ARRAY RRR RN A XRXR RAD RIRIN under the crisper cover i 2 Pull the glass up and out flap with your finger 3 Lift the door out of its place t I i flap ove crisper door SEPA P Hite the door flap as high as it will ope 4 To replace reverse above procedure To remove the glass 20 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR GLIDE N SERVE The Glide N Serve provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than refrigerator temperature The drawer also features a self opening lid that opens whenever the drawer is pulled open This drawer can be used for large party trays deli items or beverages Food storage guide in Glide N Serve NOTE DO NOT store lettuce or other leafy produce in this drawer COLD COLDER e cauliflower e steaks Controls cucumbers e hard cheeses i e zucchinis e cold cuts The control regulates the air temperature in the drawer apples bac Set control level to cold to provide normal refrigerator som hot dogs temperature Use the colder setting for meats or other deli oranges items grapes NOTE Cold air directed to the Glide N Ser
16. F 13 C and 110 F 48 C If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high cooling ability may be adversely affected NEXT 1 Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping 2 Install accessories such as ice cube bin drawers shelves etc in their proper places They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment 3 Let your refrigerator run for at least 2 or 3 hours before putting food in it Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling Your refrigerator is now ready for use A CAUTION e Be careful when you work with hinge base grille stopper etc You may be injured e Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents base grille or bottom of refrigerator You may be injured or receive an electrical shock BASE GRILLE To remove the base grille 1 Open the Freezer Drawer 2 Remove screws on top of base grille To install the base grille e Follow reverse order of removing base grille REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE DOOR DRAWER HANDLES 1 Removing Refrigerator Handle NOTE Handle appearance may vary e Grasp the handle tightly with both hands and slide the handle up 1 this may require some force e The keyhole slots 2 on the back of the handle allow the handle to separate from the mounting screws 3 A CAUTION It could be damaged and broken when you hit with hammer while
17. ING ake AE COLDER WARMER 0 F IS RECOMMENDED NOTE If you want to change F to C press and hold COLDER key of freezer and COLDER key of refrigerator over 3 sec at the same time and if you want to change C to F hold them for 3 sec again USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before making final adjustments It is best to wait 24 hours before doing this The mid settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance refrigerator and freezer sections The higher the number setting the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer compartment to make it colder If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer start by adjusting the refrigerator Then wait 24 hours before checking the freezer temperature If it is too warm or too cold then adjust the freezer control Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments CO
18. NDITION REASON E REFRIGERATOR section too warm Door opened often Large amount of food added Room temperature very warm E FREEZER section too warm ice not made fast enough Door opened often Large amount of food added Very cold room temperature can t cycle often enough Heavy ice usage Air vents blocked by items E REFRIGERATOR section too cold Controls not set correctly for your conditions E FREEZER section too cold Controls not set correctly for your conditions RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check Turn FREEZER control to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check Move items out of airstream Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check Turn FREEZER control to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator For dated products check date code to ensure freshness Items Butter or margarine Cheese Milk Eggs Fruit Leafy vegetables Vegetables with skins carrots peppers Fish Leftovers How to gt Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment When storing an extra supply wrap in freezer packaging and freeze gt Store in
19. R CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup install instruct or replace house fuses or correct wiring plumbing or correction of unauthorized repairs Damage to the product caused by accident vermin fire flood alteration misues abuse improper installation or acts of God Commercial use or use for other than the intended purpose Therefore these costs are the responsibility of the consumer CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS To Prove Warranty Coverage _ Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase A copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided To Obtain Product Customer or Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADA and choose the Service Assistance by phone appropriate prompt or by Internet http www lg ca To Obtain Nearest Authorized Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADA and choose the Service Center Parts Distrib
20. SE 1 To remove the Durabase push it back to the end as much as possible Tilt up the front of the Durabase and pull straight out 2 To Install insert ice bin into frame rails and push back into place 2 To install insert the Durabase in rail assembly FREEZER WIRE DOOR RACK LRFC 25750 only Tilt out Door Basket You can remove foods easily by tilting out the wire basket in the freezer compartment 1 To remove pull the bracket upward until you hear a A WARNING When the guide of the freezer drawer is clicking sound and remove the wire rack removed children may crawl inside 2 To replace hook the end of the rack in the bracket and push down until it locks into place 22 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DURABASE DIVIDER The Durabase divider allows you to organize the Durabase area into sections 1 To remove pull divider staight up 2 To install hook top corners of divider over top edge of durabase PULL OUT DRAWER 1 To remove lift basket up and pull straight out 2 To Install pull both rails out to full extension Hook the basket supports into the rail tabs and push to the back of compartment 23 CARE AND CLEANING A WARNING Explosion Hazard Use non flammable cleaner Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically However clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors
21. TABLE OF CONTENTS English Version 2 Crisper Humidity Control 19 French Version 36 Removing Crisper 19 Spanish Version 70 Crisper Cover with Lattice on inner Warranty U S A 3 Suee a9 Warranty CANADA 4 Slee Safety Instructions 5 6 Pesigien Dee 2i Grounding Requirements 6 Dary em es Parts and Features 7 P Freezer section Refrigerator Installation 8 14 OSR ae Unpacking Your Refrigerator 8 pigerer Wira eer RAEk 5 Installation 8 Pilepeee ee Base Grille 8 Durabase Divider 23 Removing and Replacing PuB GURIAN Your Refrigerator Handles Care and Cleaning 24 25 ngs oe General Cleaning Tips 24 Leveling and Door Alignment 14 Outside oA Using Your Refrigerator 15 23 Inside Walls 24 Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 15 Dos LinGr aa Gases 24 MEON P Plastic Parts 24 Setting the Controls 15 Corder er ooie oA Adjusting Control Settings 16 Light Bulb Replacement 24 25 pood olpiage Guide i Power Interruptions 25 Hong TOON FORA m When you go on vacation 25 PB Anacrator section About the Automatic Icemaker 26 ROJENO S NENES G Connecting the Water Line 27 30 ee Troubleshooting Guide 31 34 Optibin Crisper 19 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 purcha
22. Wipe up spills immediately GENERAL CLEANING TIPS e Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power e Remove all removable parts such as shelves crispers etc Refer to sections in Using Your Refrigerator for removal instructions e Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners e Hand wash rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly e Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power OUTSIDE Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection Do not wax plastic parts Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax or auto paste wax Apply wax with a clean soft cloth For products with a stainless steel exterior use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth INSIDE WALLS allow freezer to warm up so cloth won t stick To help remove odors you can wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water 26 g soda to 1 liter water Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS Do not use cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts 24 PLASTIC PARTS covers and panels Do not use window sprays abrasi
23. ands are damp or wet Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces In refrigerators with automatic icemakers avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No 69 says You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below 40 F 4 C Thawed ground meats poultry or fish that have any off odor or off color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten Thawed ice cream should be discarded If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable get rid of it The food may be dangerous to eat Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality of foods particularly fruits vegetables and prepared foods The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 A DANGER risk oF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator plea
24. at a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord Where a standard two prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall outlet Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord NOTE Before performing any type of installation cleaning or removing a light bulb turn the control Thermostat Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control depending on the model to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source When you are finished reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control Thermostat Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control depending on the model to the desired setting USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed USA 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES
25. c containers with tight fitting lids e Straight sided canning freezing jars e Heavy duty aluminum foil e Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps e Specified freezer grade self sealing plastic bags Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods Do not use e Bread wrappers e Non polyethylene plastic containers e Containers without tight lids e Wax paper or wax coated freezer wrap e Thin semi permeable wrap Freezing Your freezer will not quick freeze any large quantity of food Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours no more than 2 to 3 Ibs of food per cubic foot of freezer space Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food the type of packaging or wrap used airtight and moisture proof and the storage temperature Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed creating ice crystals NOTE Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes then package and freeze Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SECTION REFRIGERATOR SHELVES The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs Your model
26. e blocked airflow will be interrupted and temperature and moisture problems may occur IMPORTANT Because air circulates between both sections any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food wrap or cover foods tightly See the Food Storage Guide section for details SETTING THE CONTROLS e Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator compartments e Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37 F 3 C and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0 F 18 C Leave it at this setting for 24 hours one day to stabilize Then adjust the compartment temperature as desired e Refrigerator control 32 F 46 F 0 C to 8 C The lower the number setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become REFRIGERATOR TEMP FREEZING O EEE AE COLDER WARMER 37 F IS RECOMMENDED e Freezer control 6 F 9 F 21 C to 13 C When the setting is at a lower number the freezer compartment becomes colder But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold air flows into the refrigerator e Express Freezing Press the Express Freezing key and the LED will turn on This function will remain activated for 24 hours and intensify the cooling speed of freezer and increase the amount of ice EXPRESS FREEZER TEMP FREEZ
27. e icemaker fills with water If the power switch is in the I on position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water To stop the buzzing move the power switch to O off NOTE Keeping the power switch in the I on position before the water line is connected can damage the icemaker e You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills PREPARING FOR VACATION Set the icemaker power switch to O off and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding from ruptured water lines or connections CONNECTING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage Water hammer water banging in the pipes in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator To prevent burns and product damage do not hook up the water line to the hot water line If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O off position Do not install the ic
28. emaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock or is battery powered All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements NOTE Wear eye protection WHAT YOU WILL NEED e Copper Tubing 1 4 outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the water supply Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square To determine how much tubing you need measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe Then add 8 feet 2 4 m Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 feet 2 4 m coiled into 3 turns of about 10 25 cm diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation e A cold water supply The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p s i on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p s i on models with a water filter e Power drill e 1 2 or adjustable wrench e Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver e Two 1 4 outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules sleeves to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve e If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end you will need an adapter available at plumbing supply stores t
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30. may have glass or wire shelves Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier it will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open saving energy IMPORTANT Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping For your protection glass shelves are made with tempered glass which will shatter into small pebble sized pieces NOTE Glass shelves are heavy Use special care when removing them to avoid dropping them Adjusting Shelves Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want To remove a shelf Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction of 1 and lift it in the direction of 2 Pull the shelf out e To replace a shelf Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots NOTE Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food Sliding Out Shelves You can slide glass shelves in and out of your refrigerator as follows e To slide the shelf out carefully pull front of shelf toward you e To slide shelf in push shelf in until it stops
31. moving and Replacing Refrigerator handles and doors section on pages 9 13 or call a qualified service technician gt See Doors will not close completely above gt When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed in the freezer resulting in frost TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE HAS OFF TASTE OR ODOR THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN Check if The icemaker was recently installed The ice has been stored for too long The food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning Ice storage bin needs cleaning The refrigerator is defrosting It is more humid than normal The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice Door left open Smaller cube size level is selected Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water line may be clogged The gaskets are dirty or sticky The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened 33 Then gt Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or off flavored ice gt Throw away old ice and make new supply gt Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to
32. o connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting e Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5 32 at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE Saddle type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line that is easily accessible It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe When it is Drill a 1 4 hole in the water pipe even if using a self piercing valve using a 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe make the sharp bit Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for the valve connection to the top or side rather than at the bottom to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE hole in the pipe Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill Failure to drill a 1 4 hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes 27 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED 4 FASTEN TH
33. of the refrigerator or against the wall Push the refrigerator back to the wall 12 START THE ICEMAKER Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15 F 9 C or below It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the I on position 30 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn t make Because the sounds are new to you you might be concerned about them Most of the new sounds are normal Hard surfaces like the floor walls and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them I xk kK Ss la e The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends The thermostat control or refrigerator control depending on the model will also click when cycling on and off Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant the 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 th
34. refrigerator control gt Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage sizeand shape available at your local hardware store See the Changing the Light Bulb s section on pages 24 25 Turn the temperature control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator prior to replacement TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD Check if The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model The room temperature is hotter than normal The door is opened often or a large amount of food has just been added The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was set correctly The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions The doors are not closed completely The condenser coils are dirty The refrigerator is not level Food packages are blocking the door open The ice bin crisper cover pans shelves door bins or baskets are out of position The gaskets are sticking The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable The doors were removed during product installation and not properly replaced The door is not closing properly The door is opened often 32 Then gt Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more operating time gt The motor will run longer under warm conditions At normal room temperatures expect your motor to run abo
35. room temperature number of door openings and other operating conditions If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is made to the icemaker set the power switch to O off When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to I on The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm the icemaker will stop producing ice It is normal for several cubes to be stuck together If ice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy taste stale and shrink 26 NOTE If the cube size is smaller or larger than you expected you can regulate the size with the cube size button Every time you press the cube size button the indicator moves up on light The higher the light position the larger the cubes will be Pressing at highest position returns indicator to lowest position WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O OFF e When the water supply will be shut off for several hours e When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a minute or two e When the refrigerator will not be used for several days NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR e The icemaker water valve will buzz as th
36. rough the refrigerator and freezer compartments As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause 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 e You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle Check if Then REFRIGERATOR The power supply cord is unplugged gt Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with DOES NOT proper voltage OPERATE A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker gt Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker tripped The refrigerator control is set to the OFF gt Refer to the Setting the Controls section position on page 15 Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle gt Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end VIBRATION OR The refrigerator is not resting solidly on the gt Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs RATTLING NOISE floor need adjusting See Installation section on page 14 one DO NOT The power supply cord is unplugged gt Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with Light bulb is loose in the socket Light bulb has burned out 31 proper voltage gt Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator Gently remove the bulb and reinsert Then plug in refrigerator and reset the
37. se follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER e Take off the doors e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside CFC DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone If you are throwing away your old refrigerator make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT Please read carefully TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard FOR PERSONAL SAFETY this appliance must be properly grounded Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle 3 prong grounding A plug gt R DA Ensure proper ground exists before use RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts 60 Hz AC only and fused at 15 or 20 amperes This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires It is recommended th
38. se 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 0000 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 gservice 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 IN
39. sh soap over the adhesive with your fingers Wipe with warm water and dry Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator For more information see the Important Safety Instructions section Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs When Moving Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is heavy When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service be sure to protect the floor Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it as floor damage could occur A WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from refrigerator Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire INSTALLATION 1 Avoid placing the unit near heat sources direct sunlight or moisture 2 To avoid vibration the unit must be level If required adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly Turn the leveling screws clockwise ias to raise the unit counterclockwise lt to lower it 3 Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55
40. the ice if food is not wrapped properly gt A filter may need to be installed or replaced to eliminate taste and odor problems gt See Care and Cleaning section on pages 24 25 gt Empty and wash bin Discard old cubes gt The water will evaporate It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan gt Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate This is normal when it is hot or humid gt Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section on page 31 gt Wait 24 hours after hook up for ice production See the Setting the Controls section on page 15 gt Check to see if something is holding the door open gt Select larger cube size using cube size selector gt Call a plumber to clear the valve gt Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning gt When you open the door warmer air enters the refrigerator As the warm air cools it can create a vacuum If the door is hard to open wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize then see if it opens more easily TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP Check if The air vents are blocked Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections The doors are opened often The control is not set
41. the original wrapping until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil gt Wipe milk cartons For best storage place milk on interior shelf not on door shelf gt Store in original carton on interior shelf not on door shelf gt Wash let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in the crisper Do not wash or hull berries until you are ready to use them Sort and keep berries in their original container in a crisper or store in a sloosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf gt Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper gt Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper gt Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased gt Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR STORING FROZEN FOOD NOTE For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct packaging When you close and seal the package it must not allow air or moisture in or out If it does you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry out frozen food Packaging recommendations e Rigid plasti
42. tightening And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front e Install the earth screw 5 and connect the wire harness 4 e Connect the door switch wire 2 and hook up the top hinge cover 3 e Tighten the screw 1 gt Left Door e Replace the left door followed by the same way described above e When replacing the top hinge 7 rotate the lever hinge 6 to clockwise at this time A CAUTION Be careful of missing the washer part 9 Because it can be easily taken off 12 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE 2 Installing Pullout Drawer PULLOUT DRAWER IMPORTANT To avoid possible injury product or property damage you will need two people to perform the following instructions e Pull both rails 1 out to full extension 1 Removing Pullout Drawer e Pull the drawer open to full extension Remove the screw 1 from each side of rail system e Hook the door supports 2 into the rail tabs 3 as illustrated and lower the door into final position e Remove the lower basket 2 by lifting basket from rail system e With the drawer pulled out to full extension insert the lower basket 4 in the rail assembly until it doesn t move forward e Lift the top of door to unhook door supports from rail system Lift door up to remove A CAUTION When you remove the drawer do not
43. ut 40 to 80 of the time Under warmer conditions expect it to run even more often gt Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator See the Food Storage Guide section on page 16 In order to conserve energy try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed gt The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely gt See the Adjusting Control Settings section on page 16 gt Push the doors firmly shut If they will not shut all the way see Doors will not close completely below gt This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder Clean the condenser coils Refer to the Care and Cleaning section on pages 24 25 gt See Leveling and Door Alignment on page 14 gt Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves gt Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover pans shelves and baskets into their correct positions See the Using Your Refrigerator section on pages 15 23 gt Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning gt Level the refrigerator Refer to the Leveling and Door Alignment section on page 14 gt Remove and replace the doors according to the Re
44. utor appropriate prompt Please have your product type or Sales Dealer by phone refrigerator and ZIP Code ready or by Internet http www lg ca SAFETY MESSAGES This guide contains many important safety messages Always read and obey all safety messages Ay DANGER A WARNING A CAUTION This is the safety alert symbol It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER WARNING CAUTION These words mean You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or product damage only All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your product basic safety precautions should be followed including the following Read all instructions before using this appliance NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet Repair or replace immediately all electric service
45. ve can decrease refrigerator temperature Refrigerator control may need to be adjusted A WARNING Fruits and vegetables may be damaged at the coldest setting A CAUTION DO NOT store bottles If they are frozen 1 Pull drawer out to full extension they can be broken and cause personal injury To remove Glide N Serve 2 Tilt up the front and pull straight out CGA DESIGN A DOOR The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting 1 To remove the bin simply lift the bin up and pull straight out 2 To replace the bin slide it in above the desired support button and push down until it stops A WARNING Somebody can be hurt if door bins are not firmly assembled A NOTE DO NOT adjust a bin that is loaded with food A CAUTION DO NOT allow children to play with baskets Sharp corners on baskets could cause injury To replace Glide N Serve 1 Push metal rails to the back of the refrigerator 2 Place drawer onto rails and slide drawer back until it falls into place 21 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DAIRY BIN A 1 To remove the dairy bin simply lift it and pull straight out moo a 2 To replace the dairy bin slide it in above the desired Ate location and push down until it stops t FREEZER SECTION ICE BIN 1 To remove ice bin pull it out as far it comes Tilt up the front of the ice bin and pull straight out TA hil DURABA
46. ve cleansers or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage the material CONDENSER COILS Remove grille base See the grille base section on page 8 Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to clean condenser coils Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month Replace grille base LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before replacing a burned out light bulb either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box NOTE Moving the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit NOTE Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size shape and wattage To change the refrigerator light 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Remove refrigerator shelves 3 Pull the shield down with pushing it backward to remove it 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise 5 Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly CARE AND CLEANING To change the freezer light 1 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power 2 Reach behind light shield to remove bulb 3 Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power A CAUTION DO NOT place fingers inside of cover Lamp may be hot POWER INTERRUPTIONS If the electricity goes off call the power company
47. weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened gt It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self defrosts NOTE 35
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