LG Electronics LRT 2232 Refrigerator User Manual
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1. 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 eating quality as you can SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER risk oF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER e Take off the doors e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside CFC DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator has 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 imprison2. TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR User s Guide Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times models LRT 2233 LRT 2232 LRT x 1933 LRT 1932 P No 3828JL8007A REV 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS English Version Versi n en espa ol Version fran aise Warranty Safety Instructions Grounding Requirements Parts and Features Refrigerator Installation Unpacking Your Refrigerator Installation Base Grille Removing Reversing and Replacing Your Refrigerator Doors Door Closing and Alignment Using Your Refrigerator Ensuring Proper Air Circulation Icebeam Door Cooling Setting the Controls Adjusting Control Settings Food Storage Guide Storing Frozen Food Refrigerator Shelves 2 34 61 3 6 7 8 10 13 10 10 10 11 12 13 14 21 14 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 Chef Fresh Snack Pan Crisper Humidity Control Optibin Crisper Crisper Cover whit lattice on inner surface Door Bin Design A Door Dairy Bin Freezer Door Bin Pizza Nook CustomFit FlexiFloor Ice Tray Care and Cleaning General Cleaning Tips Outside Inside Walls Door Liner and Gaskets Plastic Parts Condenser Coils Light Bulb Replacement Power Interruptions Vacation and Moving Care About the Automatic Icemaker Connecting the Water Line Troubleshooting Guide 18 18 18 19 19 19 20 20 20 20 21 21 22 23 22 22 22 22 22 22 22 23 23 23 24 25 27 2
3. lattice on inner surface 1 Remove crisper cover as illustrated above 2 Hold the glass cover and overturn crisper cover 3 For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the cover outward to remove lattice To replace lattice on inner surface 1 For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 closest to glass cover and pull sides of the cover to insert lattice DOOR BINS The door racks may be removed for easier cleaning Snap On Door Bins To remove the bins 1 Remove all items in the door bins 2 Push the rack away from the inside wall of the door A and lift up the door bin B To replace the racks 1 Hold either end of the door bin against the inside wall of the door 2 Push down the door bin end until it locks in place DESIGN A DOOR 1 Design A Door bin can be moved side to side by sliding right or left 2 To remove the Design A Door bin lift up from the bottom of the bin unclicks and pull straight out WARNING Be sure that the design A Door bins have clicked into place Otherwise the bins may fall NOTE Do not adjust a bin that is loaded with food 3 To replace the bin slide it in above the desired Support slot and firmly push down until it locks in place 4 Make sure that if all bins are correctly assembled so that they don t fall out of door Warning Somebody can be hurt if Design A Door bins are not firmly assembled NOTE Do not adjust a bin t
4. lessen To remove any remaining tape or glue rub the area briskly with your thumb Tape or glue residue can also be NEXT easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers Wipe with warm water and dry 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 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 3 Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting section food in it Check the flow of cold air in the freezer Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position companment io ensure proper Cooling pur remgeraior is now ready for use Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs CAUTION When Moving Your Refrigerator e Be careful when you work with hinge base grille i stopper etc You may be injured Your refrigerator is heavy When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service be sure to protect e Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents base the floor Always pull the refrigerator straight out when grille or bottom of refrigerator You may be inj
5. model number serial number and ZIP Postal Code ready Visite nuestro sitio web http www lgservice com LG Electronics GARANT A LIMITADA Estados Unidos de Am rica LG Electronics reparar o en su defecto reemplazar sin cargo el producto defectuoso en material o mano de obra bajo uso normal durante el periodo de garant a que se menciona a continuaci n desde la fecha original de compra Esta garant a es v lida solo para el comprador original del producto durante el periodo de garant a mientras permanezca en los E E U U Incluyendo Alaska Hawaii y otros territorios de E E U U Per odo de Garant a del refrigerador Congelador LG Producto Partes Mano de Obra Refrigerador Cmgelador la o 1 a o Servicio a domicilio ExceptoModeloGR 051 Sistema Sellado 7a os 1a o Servicioa domicilio ExceptoModelo GR 051 Compresor Condensador Evaporador No se aplicar otro tipo de garant a a este producto LA DURACION DE OTRAS GARANTIAS INCLUYENDO LA DE COMPRA ESTAN LIMITADAS A LA DURACION DE ESTA GARANTIA LG ELECTRONICS NO SE HACE RESPONSABLE POR LA PERDIDA EN EL USO DEL PRODUCTO POR INCONVENIENCIA O CUALQUIER OTRO DA O DIRECTO O CONSECUENTE QUE PROVENGA DEL USO Y O NO USO DE ESTE PRODUCTO O POR ALGUNA VIOLACION A LAS GARANTIAS IMPLEMENTADAS INCLUYENDO LA GARANTIA DE COMPRA APLICADA A ESTE PRODUCTO Algunos estados no permiten la exclusi n o limitaci n de da os incidentales o consecuenciales o limitaciones en cuanto al ti
6. not been wrapped tightly in Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food either compartment is not wrapped properly The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning See Care and Cleaning section on page 22 Ice storage bin needs cleaning Empty and wash bin Discard old cubes THERE IS WATER INTHE DEFROST DRAIN PAN Check if Then The refrigerator is defrosting The water will evaporate It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan It is more humid than normal Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate This is normal when it is hot or humid THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE Check if Then The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section on page 28 THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY Check if Then The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice Wait 24 hours after hook up for ice production See the Setting the Controls section on page 14 15 Door left open Check to see if something is holding door open CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL Check if Then Smaller cube size level is selected Select larger cube size using cube size selector Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water Call a plumber to clear the
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8. 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 e NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet e Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end e When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord e DO NOTstore or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance e DO NOTallow 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 between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful closing doors when children are in the area 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
9. the Installation section on page 13to level refrigerator Food packages are blocking the door open Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves The ice bin crisper cover pans shelves door bins Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover pans shelves or baskets are out of position and baskets into their correct positions See the Using Your Refrigerator section on pages 17 21 The gaskets are sticking Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable Level the refrigerator Refer to the Door Closing and Alignment section on page 13 The doors were removed during product installation Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing and not properly replaced Reversing optional and Replacing Refrigerator Doors section on pages 11 12 or call a qualified service technician FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD Check if Then The door is not closing properly See Doors will not close completely above The door is opened often When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed in the freezer resulting in frost 29 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE HAS OFF TASTE OR ODOR Check if Then The icemaker was recently installed Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or off flavored ice The ice has been stored for too long Throw away old ice and make new supply The food has
10. the highest level it will be difficult to remove ice cubes To remove ice cubes twist the tray Do not bend the ice tray Doing so may result in damage to the tray 1 To remove the Flexi Floor tray lift slightly 1 and pull out towards you 2 2 To replace the Flexi Floor tray push in toward refrigerator 21 CARE AND CLEANING WARNING Explosion Hazard Use non flammable cleaner Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically However clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors Wipe up spills immediately GENERAL CLEANING TIPS e Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power e Remove all removable parts such as shelves crispers etc 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
11. the number setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become O 8 v A LOCK COLDER WARMER HOLD 3 SECONDS REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE 37 FIS RECOMMENDED NOTE You can lock the controls so the settings cannot be changed To lock the control 1 Set the control to the desired settings 2 Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds When the controls are locked the indicator light will be on and the cold and colder controls will not operate To unlock the control 1 Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds After unlocking the controls the temperature settings will be displayed the lock indicator light will be out and the settings can be changed e Freezer control 6 F to 8 F 21 C to 13 C When the setting is at a lower number the freezer compartment becomes colder But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold air flows into the refrigerator O O V IA F C FREEZER TEMPERATURE 0 F IS RECOMMENDED COLDER WARMER NOTE F C display control press this control to change the displayed temperature to F or C NOTE To turn the refrigerator off press and hold the F C button for 3 seconds and it will show FF in the display To turn the refrigerator on press and hold the F C button for 3 seconds again and it will return to start up status 14 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR SETTING THE CONTROLS e Your refrigerator has two controls that let yo
12. the package it must not allow air or moisture in or out If you do you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry out frozen food Packaging recommendations e Rigid plastic containers with tight fitting lids e Straight sided canning freezing jars e Heavy duty aluminum foil e Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps 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 907 1350 g per liter 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 packa
13. the top hinge screws using a 10mm socket 1 Pry off the top hinge cover Refrigerator s tilt using the instructions below or wrench 1 Plug refrigerator power cord into a 3 prong grounded 3 Have someone hold the door in place or put a outlet Move the refrigerator into its final position spacer between the doors while you tighten the 2 Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out top hinge screws The two leveling screws are located at the bottom of 4 Replace the top hinge cover the refrigerator on either side 3 Insert a flat screwdriver in slots to adjust the leveling screws Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it lt 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 adjust the screws 4 Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily If not tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise lt may take several more turns and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount 5 Replace the base grille 13 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 cool air enters
14. to connect the refrigerator to the water supply Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square To determine how much tubing you need measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe Then add 8 feet 2 4 m Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 feet 2 4 m coiled into 3 turns of about 10 25 cm diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet 2 4 m as described above e A cold water supply The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p s i 1 4 8 2 bar on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p s i 2 8 8 2 bar on models with a water filter e Power drill 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 If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end you will need an adapter available at plumbing supply stores to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting 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 WATE
15. valve line may be clogged THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN Check if Then The gaskets are dirty or sticky Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets following cleaning The door is reopened within a short time after having When you open the door warmer air enters the refrigerator been opened As the warm air cools it can create a vacuum If the door is hard to open wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize then see if it opens more easily 30 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK Check if Then Icemaker power switch in the O off position Move the switch to the I on position Water supply turned off or not connected See the Connecting the Water Line section on page 25 Freezer compartment too warm Wait 24 hours for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker Level cubes by hand to shut off TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP Check if Then The air vents are blocked Cold air circulates Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and from the freezer to the fresh food section and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow Refer back again through air vents in the wall dividing to Icebeam Door Cooling OnPage 14 for the location of air the two sections vents The doors are opened often When the door is open
16. 8 31 visit our web site http www Igservice com LG Electronics LIMITED WARRANTY United States of America LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace without charge your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in the U S including Alaska Hawaii and U S Territories LG Refrigerator Freezer Warranty Period Product Parts Labor Refrigerator Freezer 1 year 1 year In Home Service Except Model GR 051 Sealed System 7 years 1 year In Home Service Except Model GR 051 Compressor Condenser Evaporator No other express warranty is applicable to this product THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exc
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19. R 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 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Turn on the nearest faucet to clear the line of water 2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe make the connection to the gt top or side rather than at the bottom to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe 3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1 4 hole in the water pipe even if using a self piercing valve using a sharp bit Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill Failure to drill a 1 4 hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes 25 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE CONTINUED Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE connect it to the shutoff valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve Tighten the compression Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with nut secure
20. THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES e Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet e If your refrigerator does not have a water filter we recommend installing one if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator s water valve Install the filter in the water line near the refrigerator Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve refrigerator connection Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of the tubing Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting Refrigerator Connection Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to the back of the refrigerator First you loosen the screw fastening the clamp next insert the tubing in the groove last re fasten the screw 10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak Reattach the compressor compartment access cover 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall Push the refrigerator back to the wall 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 operatio
21. 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 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 Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs e Read all instructions before using this appliance e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide e This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator e After your refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces 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 NOTrefre eze 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
22. any setting between amp and 3 3 lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits CES keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh leafy vegetables OPTIBIN CRISPER The OptiBin Crisper provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the crisper The OptiBin Crisper include 1 a humidity control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2 a large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold or release moisture You can store small vegetables or fruits requiring more or less humidity in a separate drawer To remove the OptiBin Crisper 1 Grasp side wall with one hand and push to slideward 2 Grasp flap door with another hand and pull out until flap door is disengaged To remove the glass 1 Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the crisper cover 2 Pull up and out To remove the crisper 1 Slide crisper straight out until it stops 2 Lift front of crisper then pull out to remove 3 Replace crisper by sliding it back gt USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER SURFACE To remove the crisper cover 1 Remove both crisper drawers 2 While holding the crisper cover support 2 pull the cover up and out 1 WARNING Be careful when handing glass cover since glass is not attached to cover To remove
23. by pushing it up e Take off cap 10 and attach it on the right Attach the removed caps 8 and 9 on the left side B TYPE e Remove cap 7 and cap 8 e Loosen the screws 5 two on the top and two on the bottom take off the handle 5 and attach it on the right e Attach the removed cap 8 on the left e Attach cap 7 on the top right side 5 Attaching Refrigerator Door e Attach the base grille 1 Remove screw 2 from left side to right side Attach the door 3 to the bottom hinge pin e Attach the middle hinge 4 on the opposite side with the 3 screws 5 6 Attaching Freezer Door e Place the door 8 onto the middle hinge pin 7 e Attach the top hinge 10 with 3 screws e Reinstall top hinge cover 11 7 After Completing the Job Make sure that the four corners of the door gasket are not folded over To ensure a good seal apply a small amount of silicon grease on the corner gaskets Corner 12 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION DOOR CLOSING AND ALIGNMENT Door Alignment If the space between your doors is uneven follow the Door Closin 3 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 2 Loosen
24. ch 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 on some models to prevent serious property damage due to flooding from ruptured water lines or connections 24 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN Unless it is performed by Sears service this water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage Water hammer water banging in the pipes in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator To prevent burns and product damage do not hook up the water line to the hot water line If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O off position Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock or is battery powered All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements WHAT YOU WILL NEED e Copper Tubing 1 4 outer diameter
25. disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source When you are finished reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control Thermostat Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model to the desired setting USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed in the United States or a CSA listed in Canada 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features 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 O Pizza Nook p 20 CustomCube Ice maker p 24 A customFit p 20 FlexiFloor p 21 O Digital Sensor Control p 14 Re
26. ed warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator The more the door is opened the faster the humidity builds up and the more warm air the refrigerator must cool In order to keep the refrigerator cool try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed The control is not set correctly for the surrounding Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 14 15 conditions Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out If the temperature is too cold or too warm move the dial one number at a time A large amount of food has just been added Adding food warms the refrigerator It can take a few hours to the refrigerator or freezer for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature The food is not packaged correctly Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation If necessary repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide section on page 16 The doors are not closing completely See Doors will not close completely on page 29 The weather is humid In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened A self defrost cycle was completed It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self defrosts 31 NOTES 32 NOTES 33
27. empo que dura una garant a impl cita por lo que algunas de estas limitaciones o exclusiones pueden no aplicarse a usted Esta garant a le otorga derechos legales espec ficos y usted puede adem s tener otros derechos los cuales var an de Estado a Estado LA GARANTIA ANTERIOR NO APLICA A 1 Servicio a su casa para entregar recoger instalar o reemplazar fusibles caseros corregir cableado casero o plomer a correcci n de reparaciones no autorizadas 2 Da o al producto causado por accidente plagas incendios inundaciones o actos por naturaleza 3 Reparaciones cuando su producto LG sea usado diferente a lo normal 4 Da o resultante de accidente alteraci n mal uso o instalaci n inadecuada Por lo tanto estos costos ser n pagados por el consumidor Si el producto es instalado fuera del rea normal de servicio cualquier costo de transportaci n relacionado en la reparaci n del producto o el reemplazo de partes defectuosas ser n cargados al propietario N MEROS DE ASISTENCIA AL CLIENTE Para obtener cobertaura de la Garant a Conserve su factura para comprobar la fecha de compra Una copia de su recibo de compra debe ser entregada cuando se le proporcione el servicio de garant a Para obtener informaci n Llame 1 800 243 0000 Lu Vie 7 AM 8 PM CT S b 8 AM 5 PM CT Servicio de Asistencia Presione la opci n de men apropiado y tenga su tipo de producto Refrigerador n mero de modelo n mero de serie y Z
28. en 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 joined together If ice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy taste stale and shrink NOTE As displayed by the cube size indicator lights each push of the cube size button will cycle you through the various cube sizes from smallest to largest back to smallest WHEN YOU SHOULD SETTHE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCHTO 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 the icemaker fills with water If the power switch is in the I on position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water To stop the buzzing move the power switch to O off NOTE Keeping the power switch in the I on position before the water line is connected can damage the icemaker e You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills PREPARING FOR VACATION Set the icemaker power swit
29. ether so they don t shift and rattle during the move 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 On some models WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS A newly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice Icemaker Feeler Arm Cube Size Indicator Light Power Switch Cube Size Select Button The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle approximately 100 130 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature number of door openings and other operating conditions If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is made to the icemaker set the power switch to O off When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to I on The icemaker will fill with water wh
30. frigerator Light p 22 Ochef Fresh Snack Pan p 18 Q Shelves p 17 Q can Dispenser O optiBin Crisper p 18 Base Grille p 10 Leveling Screw inside p 13 Refrigerator Door Bin p 19 QE Box Design A Door p 19 Q icebeam Door Cooling p 14 Door Cooling Dairy Bin p 20 O Freezer Door Bin p 20 QU Freezer Light p 23 on some models REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION INSTALLATION WARNING 1 Avoid placing the unit near heat sources direct sunlight Excessive Weight Hazard or moisture Use two or more people to move and install 2 To avoid vibration the unit must be level If required refrigerator 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 UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR slightly Turn the leveling screws clockwise 3 to raise the unit counterclockwise i to lower it Failure to do so can result in back or other injury Remove tape and any temporary labels from your 3 Install this appliance in an area where the temperature refrigerator before using Do not remove any warning is between 55 F 13 C and 110 F 43 C If the type labels the model and serial number label or the l temperature around the appliance is too low or high TechSheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator cooling ability may
31. ge and freeze Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy NOTE Do not store food near the sensor it may cause the sensor to malfunction A WARNING Suffocation Hazard When using dry ice provide adequate ventilation Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide CO When it vaporizes it can displace oxygen causing dizziness light headedness unconsciousness and death by suffocation Open a window and do not breathe the vapors 16 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SHELVES Slide Out Shelves You can slide some glass shelves in and out of your The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet refrigerator as follows your individual storage needs Your model may have glass or wire shelves e To slide the shelf out carefully pull front of shelf t d you Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and ce ae adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will e To slide shelf in push shelf in until it stops 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 dr
32. hat is loaded with food 19 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DAIRY BIN PIZZA NOOK 1 To remove the dairy bin Simply lift it and pull on some models straight out Pull pizza nook down to store pizza boxes This feature lets you free up more space in the freezer 2 To replace the dairy bin slide it in above the desired f compartment for other items support slot and firmly push down until it locks in place FREEZER DOOR BIN Freezer Door Bin 2 baskets on some models You can remove foods easily by tilting out the wire basket in the freezer compartment CUSTOMFIT Adjust the divider to either side as desired 1 To remove the Freezer Door Bin 1 pull the bracket NOTE To adjust divider lift slightly and move outward until you hear a clicking sound then remove the wire rack 2 1 To extend the CustomFit pull straight out and up Mi 2 To replace the Freezer Door Bin hook the end of the 2 To push back the CustomFit push down and in Door Bin in the bracket 1 then push down until the Door Bin locks into place 2 HAN i KUTT D 20 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FLEXI FLOOR TRAY on some models ICE TRAY on some models The Flexi Floor tray is a slide out tray which allows easy Icemaking access to the foods at the rear of the compartment e If the tray is filled with water to
33. he consumer CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS To Prove Warranty Coverage Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase Acopy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided To Obtain Product Customer or Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADA and choose the Service Assistance by phone appropriateprompt or by Internet http wwwilg ca To Obtain Nearest Authorized Call 1 888 542 2623 1 888 LG CANADA Jand choose the Service Center Parts Distributor appropriateprompt Please have your product type or Sales Dealer by phone refrigerator and ZIP Code ready or by Internet http wwwilg ca IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY MESSAGES This guide contains many important safety messages Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can 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 or CAUTION These words mean DANGER A WARNING CAUTION 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
34. l more operating time The room temperature is hotter than normal The motor will run longer under warm conditions At normal room temperatures expect your motor to run about 40 to 80 of the time Under warmer conditions expect it to run even more often The door is opened often or a large amount Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator of food has just been added It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator See the Food Storage Guide section 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 The refrigerator was recently plugged in and The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool the refrigerator control was set correctly completely The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the See the Setting the Controls section on page 14 15 surrounding conditions The doors are not closed completely Push the doors firmly shut If they will not shut all the way see Doors will not close completely below The condenser coils are dirty This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder Clean the condenser coils Refer to the Care and Cleaning section on page 22 DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY Check if Then The refrigerator is not level See
35. lusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state AMB ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup install instruct or replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing or correction of unauthorized repairs Damage to the product caused by accident pests fire floods or acts of God Repairs when your LG product is used in other than normal single family household use Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse or improper installation Therefore these costs are paid by the consumer If the product is installed outside the normal service area any cost of transportation involved in the repair of the product or the replacement of defective parts shall be borne by the owner CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS To obtain Warranty Coverage Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase A Copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided To obtain Product or Customer Call 1 800 243 0000 Mon Fri 7AM 8PM CT Sat 8AM 5PM CT Service Assistance Press the appropriate menu option and have your product type Refrigerator model number serial number and ZIP Postal Code ready To obtain the nearest Call 1 800 243 0000 24 hrs a day 7 days per week Authorized Service Center Press the appropriate option and have your product type Refrigerator
36. ly the pipe clamp Pipe Clamp Saddle T Ne lype Shutoff Valve Compression Nut Packing T o w Cold Nut x Water Pipe Outlet Ferrule sleeve Valve NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing A a e RME Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber Consult with your licensed plumber Saddle Type A Shutoff Valve 5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP 8 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer and flush out the tubing until the begins to swell water is clear S N NOTE Do not overtighten or you may crush the tubing Shut the water off at the water Washer valve after about one quart 1 Inlet End liter of water has been flushed through the tubing Pipe Clamp 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 244 cm coiled into 3 turns of about 10 25 cm diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation 26 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 9 CONNECT THE TUBING TO
37. ment 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 Ensure proper ground exists before use RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts 60 Hz AC only and fused at 15 or 20 amperes This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord Where a standard two prong wall outlet is 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 or Freezer Control depending on the model to OFF and then
38. n automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the on position 27 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 e The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends The thermostat control or refrigerator control depending on the model will also click when cycling on and off e Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant the water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them e Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one and you may hear a pulsating or high pitched sound e Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise e You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments e Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound e As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator e You ma
39. nd choose the appropriate prompt Please have producttype refrigerator and ZIP Code ready See our website at http wwwlg ca This warranty provides in home service No other express warranty is applicableto this product THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDINGTHE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG ELECTRONICSUSA INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITYTO USE THIS PRODUCTOR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDINGTHE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLETO THIS PRODUCT Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages or limitationson 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 provinceto province THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO 1 Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup install instruct or replace house fuses or correct wiring plumbing or correction of unauthorizedrepairs 2 Damage to the product caused by accident vermin fire flood alteration misues abuse improper installation or acts of God 3 Commercialuse or use for other than the intended purpose Therefore these costs are the responsibilityof t
40. opping them Adjustable Shelves Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame 1 Pull the shelf toward you until it stops shelves in the position you want 2 Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop e To remove a shelf Tilt up the front of the shelf in the 3 Lift up the shelf to remove direction of 1 and lift it in the direction of 2 Pull the Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps shelf out e To replace a shelf Tilt the front of the shelf up and Slide Under Shelf on some models place the shelf hooks into metal slots at desired position e Slide Under Shelf You can store taller items such as a Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop gallon container or bottles by simply pushing in front half into the slots of shelf underneath back half of shelf Pull toward you to return to a full shelf 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 17 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CHEF FRESH on some models SNACK PAN While holding the tray with one hand pull it forward slightly Lift slightly and pull it out Chef Fresh on some models provide temperature control e U CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture sealed crispers Adjust the control to
41. r and press front tab while pulling shield down to remove it Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove 5 Replace a burned out light bulb with a new bulb turning it clockwise Replace the light shield pushing it up 7 Replace the refrigerator shelves 8 Plug the power cord to the oulet A CARE AND CLEANING To change the freezer light 1 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power 2 Remove the light shield and remove bulb 3 Replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb and replace light shield 4 Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power Press down right and left side POWER INTERRUPTIONS If the electricity in your house goes off call the power company and ask how long it will be off 1 If the power will be out for 24 hours or less keep both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen 2 If the power will be out for more than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker OR b Place 2 lbs ca 1kg of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot 28 L 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 ice burns OR c If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available consume or dispose of food at once REMEMBER In a power failure a full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one A freezer f
42. r shelf Eggs Store in original carton on interior shelf not on door shelf Fruit Wash let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or crisper Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use Sort and keep berries in original container in a crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Leafy vegetables Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper Vegetables with skins carrots peppers Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper Fish Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased Meat Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture proof Rewrap if necessary See the following chart for storage times When storing meat longer than the times given freeze the meat A A ei 1 2 days Ground beef ccoccccocccccccccccccccnannnanno cnn nccnncnnnnnnnns 1 2 days Organ meats liver heart etc eee 1 2 days Cold CUTS Hesse hante ent 3 5 days Steaks roasts 4 3 5 days Cured measures huit denim 7 10 days Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil STORING FROZEN FOOD NOTE For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook Packaging Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging When you close and seal
43. rol to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check Turn FREEZER control to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check e Door opened often e Large amount of food added e Room temperature very warm FREEZER section too warm ice not made fast enough e Door opened often e Large amount of food added e Very cold room temperature Can t cycle often enough e Heavy ice usage e Air vents blocked by items Move items out of airstream REFRIGERATOR section too Turn cold 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 e Controls not set correctly for your conditions FREEZER section too cold e Controls not set correctly for your conditions 15 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Storing Fresh Food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator For dated products check code date to ensure freshness Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment When storing an extra supply wrap in freezer packaging and freeze Cheese Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Milk Wipe milk cartons For best storage place milk on interior shelf not on doo
44. screwdriver and attach it on the right e Loosen the screw 5 remove 6 7 8 Reverse 6 7 8 as illustrated exactly and attach it to the left of the door 2 Removing Refrigerator Door e Loosen the screws 9 and lift off the middle Hinge 10 e Lift the door 11 slightly and remove it e Take off the base grille 12 e Loosen the screw 14 and remove the pin 15 from right side on hinge 20 to left side on hinge 20 e Remove screw 17 on left side of the base e Loosen 3 screws 18 on right side of the base Remove the bottom hinge 20 and replace it on the left side of the base e Attach screw 17 on right side of the base e Loosen 2 screws 22 and reverse 16 and 23 as illustrated exactly and attach it to the left side e Pry off the cover 24 using a slotted screwdriver and attach it on the right 3 Moving Freezer Handle A TYPE B TYPE e Remove cap 3 and cover 4 e Loosen the screws 1 two on the top and two on the bottom take off the handle 2 and attach it on the right e Attach the removed cover 4 on the left e Attach cap 3 on the top right side 11 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 4 Moving Refrigerator Handle A TYPE e Remove caps 8 and 9 e Pull cover 5 downward and take it off e Loosen 3 screws 6 two on the top and one on the center take off handle 7 and attach it on the right e Attach the cover 5
45. t the refrigerator NOTE To turn the refrigerator off press and hold the OFF button for 3 seconds To turn the refrigerator ON press and hold the OFF button for 3 seconds again ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator The mid settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance refrigerator and freezer sections The higher the number setting the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer compartment to make it colder If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer start by adjusting the refrigerator first Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature If it is too warm or too cold then adjust the freezer control as well Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments RECOMMENDED CONDITION REASON ADJUSTMENT REFRIGERATOR section Turn too warm REFRIGERATOR cont
46. through the bottom of the freezer section and moves up Most of the air then flows through the freezer section vents and recirculates under the freezer floor The rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent ICEBEAM DOOR COOLING on some models DOOR COOLING e To provide cool air everywhere there are cool air vents on all four internal walls in Icebeam Door Cooling and on two internal wall in Door Cooling e This allows for more powerful and effective Cooling It is especially noticeable when new food is placed in the refrigerator compartment TN ieee IMPORTANT Do not block any of these ventswith food packages If the vents are blocked airflow will be interrupted and temperature and moisture problems may occur 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 SETTING THE CONTROLS on some models 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 to 47 F 0 C to 8 C The lower
47. u regulate the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator compartments e Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 4th position 37 F 3 C and the FREEZER CONTROL at 4th position 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 Position 1 to 7 30 F to 48 F or 1 C to 9 C The higher position setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become O LOCK ADJUST 4 IS RECOMMENDED HOLD 3 SECONDS REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE NOTE You can lock the controls so the settings cannot be changed To lock the control 1 Set the control to the desired settings 2 Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds When the controls are locked the indicator light will be on and the cold and colder controls will not operate To unlock the control 1 Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds After unlocking the controls the lock indicator light wil be out and the setting can be changed e Freezer control Position 1 to 7 6 F to 8 F or 21 C to 13 5 C When the setting is at a higher position the freezer compartment becomes colder But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold air flows into the refrigerator FREEZER TEMPERATURE lt 41S RECOMMENDED ADJUST NOTE Pressing OFF control key we setting the refrigerator for exhibition mode Only the refrigerator lights will work no
48. ull of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods If you see that food contains ice crystals it may be safely refrozen although the quality and flavor may be affected If the condition of the food is poor or if you feel it is unsafe dispose of it 23 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 Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in This stops odor and mold from building up WHEN YOU MOVE When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for the move 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice Depending on your model turn the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section Unplug the refrigerator Empty water from the defrost pan Clean wipe and dry thoroughly O a Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them tog
49. ured or moving it Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when receive an electrical shock trying to move it as floor damage could occur BASE GRILLE To attach the base grille 1 Open the refrigerator door WARNING 2 There are two plastic flaps Fold only the plastic flap on same side as door hinge 3 Push clips in opening on metal panel toward refrigerator until it snaps firmly To remove the base grille 1 Open the refrigerator door 2 Grasp the grille with both hands Explosion Hazard 3 Pull the grille toward you Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from refrigerator Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire 10 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REMOVING REVERSING OPTIONAL AND Before REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS TOOLS NEEDED 1 4 hex head socket wrench ES 0 NO 2 Phillips screwdriver flat head screwdriver 1 4 inch 80 Open end wrench flat 2 inch utty knife C O i 9 o IMPORTANT Before you begin turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors HOW TO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION when converting from the left opening type to right opening type 1 Removing Freezer Door e Remove the top hinge cover 1 O e Remove the 3 screws and lift off the top hinge 2 e Lift the freezer door 3 slightly and remove it Before After e Pry off the cover 4 using a slotted
50. 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 parts 22 PLASTIC PARTS covers and panels Do not use paper towels window sprays abrasive cleansers or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage the material CONDENSER COILS Remove base grille See the base grille section on page 11 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 base grille 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 Hold cove
51. y 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 REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE Check if Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 14 15 Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end Then Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting See Installation section on page 13 LIGHTS DO NOT WORK Check if Then The power supply cord is unplugged Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage Light bulb is loose in the socket Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator Gently remove the bulb and reinsert Then plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE Check if The refrigerator is not resting solidly on the floor Light bulb has burned out Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage size and shape available at your local hardware store See the Changing the Light Bulb s section on pages 22 23 Turn the temperature control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator prior to replacement TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH Check if Then The refrigerator that was replaced was an Modern refrigerators with more storage space require older mode
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