LG F23GDA07 User Manual

Order Number

: GETEC-C1-16-339

FCC Part 18

Test Report Number

: GETEC-E3-16-045 Page 1 / 1

APPENDIX H

: USER’S MANUAL

FCC ID.: BEJF23GDA07

EUT Type: Refrigerator

OWNER’S MANUAL

REFRIGERATOR

Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating
and keep it handy for reference at all times.

LUPXS3186N
LUPXC2386N

www.lg.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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3 PRODUCT FEATURES

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

7 COMPONENTS

7 Refrigerator Exterior
8 Refrigerator Interior

9 INSTALLATION

9 Installation Overview
10 Specifications
11 Unpacking the Refrigerator
11 Choosing the Proper Location
11 - Flooring
12 - Ambient Temperature
12 - Measuring the Clearances
12 Removing/Assembling the Doors
17 Connecting the Water Line
17 - Before You Begin
18 - Water Pressure
18 - What You Will Need
19 - Water Line Installation Instructions
20 Turning On the Power
21 Leveling
21 Door Alignment
21 - Adjusting Door Height

35 Storing Food
35 - Food Preservation Location
36 - Food Storage Tips
36 - Storing Frozen Food
37 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
37 - Detaching the Shelf
37 - Assembling the Shelf
38 - When Closing the Door
38 CustomChill™ Pantry
38 - Setting the CustomChill™ Pantry
39 Crisper Drawers
39 - Removing the Crisper Drawers
39 - Assembling the Crisper Drawers
40 - Removing the Crisper Support Box
40 - Assembling the Crisper Support Box
41 Removing the CustomChill™ Pantry Insert
41 FRESHSteel Container
41 InstaView™Door-in-Door®
42 EasyLift Bin
42 Freezer Drawer
42 - Removing the Freezer Drawer
43 - Assembling the Freezer Drawer
43 - Removing the Drawer Support
44 - Assembling the Drawer Support
44 Refrigerator/Freezer Door Bins

46 MAINTENANCE

46 Cleaning
47 Replacing the Fresh Air Filter
48 Replacing the Water Filter

22 HOW TO USE

22 Before Use
23 Eclipse Display
23 - Eclipse Display Features
25 -Using the Interior Display
26 Smart Features
31 In-Door Ice Bin
31 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
31 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
32 Automatic Icemaker
34 Ice and Water Dispenser

52 SMART DIAGNOSIS

52 Using Smart Diagnosis™

53 TROUBLESHOOTING

64 WARRANTY

PRODUCT FEATURES

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PRODUCT FEATURES

Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.

DOOR ALARM

The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning
that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer door remains open. If a
refrigerator door or freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds, a
warning alarm sounds at 30 second intervals until it is closed.

AUTO CLOSING HINGE

The refrigerator doors close automatically with a slight push. (The door only
closes automatically when it is open at an angle less than 30°.)

ICE PLUS

Ice production can be increased by approximately 20 percent when the
freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour
period.

MEASURED FILL DISPENSER

Select from the Measured Fill menu on the dispenser to quickly dispense
pre-measured amounts automatically.

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InstaView™Door-in-Door®

See at a glance if you have enough mustard or cold soft drinks without
opening the door and allowing the cold air to escape.

AUTO OPEN DOOR

When your hands are full of groceries, open the refrigerator door
automatically by placing your foot near the Auto Door sensor.

FOLD-DOWN BIN RAILS

Use the metal bars on the DID bins as either bin dividers or as rails to keep
tall items secure.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always

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 WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:

WARNING

CAUTION

You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.

read and obey

all safety messages.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:

Power

NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it

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straight out from the outlet.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a

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similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion
damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
Do not use an uncertified power outlet.

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Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.

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Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.

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Installation

Contact an authorized service center before you install or relocate the refrigerator.

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When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power

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cord.
Prior to use, ensure that you are connecting this product to a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet

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rated for use with this product (115V, 60Hz, AC only). It is the user’s responsibility to replace a
standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.

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Use

DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the

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refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

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Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.

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Do not put live animals inside the refrigerator.

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Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.

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In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service

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center before resuming use. Do not touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the refrigerator.
In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure adequate

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ventilation and contact an authorized service center.
Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator

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or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable gas.
Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door bins. Doing so may cause damage to the bin or

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personal injury if items are removed with excessive force.

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:

Do not hit the glass door panel with excessive force. Do not allow hard objects like cookware or

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glass bottles to hit the glass door panel. The glass could break, resulting in a risk of personal injury or
product damage.

This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials

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or for use on ships, etc.
Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

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When you replace the light bulb in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.

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Do not modify or extend the power cord.

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Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove interior odors.

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For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit

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checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the

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user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

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Do not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.

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Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke

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coming from the appliance.
Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.

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Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.

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Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.

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Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.

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In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector

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mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the
automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.

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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your

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refrigerator is in operation.
Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.

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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory

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or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Do not refreeze frozen food that has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health

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issue.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper

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disposal by a qualified servicer. If you release CFC coolant, you may be fined or imprisoned in
accordance with the relevant environmental law.

Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When

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disposing of the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the doors but
leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.

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WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:

CAUTION

Installation

The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were

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taped to the front of the refrigerator.
Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other

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packing materials out of reach of children.
The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.

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Use

Close the door carefully when children are around.

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Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are

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necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.
If you store food improperly, be aware that it may fall and cause injury.

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Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

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Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.

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Maintenance

Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.

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Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact

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areas regularly.
Do not store, disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.

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Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins.

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Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

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If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five

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minutes before plugging it back in.
If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the refrigerator

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immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

COMPONENTS

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COMPONENTS

Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.
*The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.

Refrigerator Exterior

Eclipse Display

Displays the refrigerator and
freezer target temperatures,
the air filter condition and the
network connection status.

Dispenser Control Panel

Displays the icemaker and
dispenser modes and the water
filter status.

Filtered Water and
Ice Dispenser

Dispenses purified water and ice.

InstaView™
Door-in-Door®

Refrigerator

Preserves food.

Freezer

Preserves frozen food.

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COMPONENTS

Refrigerator Interior

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LED Interior Lamp

The interior lamps light up
the inside of the refrigerator.

Refrigerator
Bin

Indoor Ice Bin

Ice cubes are
automatically
produced.

Crisper

Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable
to meet your individual storage needs.

InstaView™
Door-in-Door®

See what's inside the
Door-in-Door compartment
without opening the door.
Keeps the cold air inside
and saves energy.

Condiment Bin

Crisper

CustomChill™
Pantry

FreshSteel Container

Freezer Bin

Freezer
Drawer

Freezer Bin

Freezer
Drawer

INSTALLATION

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INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting
it to another location.

1 Unpacking your

refrigerator

2 Choosing the proper

location

3 Disassembling/Assembling

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4 Connecting the

water supply and
water line

5 Leveling and Door

NOTE

Connect to potable water supply only.

Alignment

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Specifications

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The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product
improvements.

Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LUPXS3186N

Description French door refrigerator

Electrical requirements 115 VAC @ 60 Hz

Min./Max. Water pressure

Dimensions

Net weight 483 lb. (219 kg)

Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LUPXC2386N

Description French door refrigerator

Electrical requirements 115 VAC @ 60 Hz

Min./Max. Water pressure

Dimensions

Net weight 430 lb. (195 kg)

20 - 120psi (138 - 827kPa)

35 7/8”(W) x 36 1/2”(D) x 70 1/4”(H) x 51 1/8”(D w/ door open)
912(W) X 929(D) X 1784(H) X 1298 mm (D w/ door open)

20 - 120psi (138 - 827kPa)

35 7/8”(W) x 29 5/8”(D) x 70 1/4”(H) x 44 3/16”(D w/ door open)
912(W) X 754(D) X 1784(H) X 1123 mm (D w/ door open)

INSTALLATION

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Unpacking the Refrigerator

WARNING

Use two or more people to move and

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install the refrigerator. Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury.

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving

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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.

Keep flammable materials and vapors,

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such as gasoline, away from the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in
fire, explosion, or death.

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 Tech Sheet that is located under the
front of the refrigerator.

To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the
area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue
can also be easily removed by rubbing a small
amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with
your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Choosing the Proper Location

Select a place where a water supply can

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be easily connected for the automatic
icemaker.

NOTE

The water pressure must be 20~120
psi or 138~827 kPa or 1.4~8.4 kgf/cm²
on models without a water filter and
40~120 psi or 276~827 kPa or 2.8~8.4
kgf/cm² on models with a water filter.

The refrigerator should always be plugged

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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.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
install the refrigerator in a wet or damp
area.

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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.

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping
position. Please reinstall shelves according to
your individual storage needs.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be
leveled and installed on a solidly constructed
floor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to
compensate for unevenness of the floor. The
front should be slightly higher than the rear to
aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned
easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the
leveling legs to the left to raise the unit or to
the right to lower it. (See Leveling and Door
AlIgnment.)

NOTE

Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces,
a platform or weakly supported structure
is not recommended.

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Ambient Temperature

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Install this appliance in an area where the
temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F
(43°C). If the temperature around the appliance
is too low or high, cooling ability may be
adversely affected.

Measuring the Clearances

Too small of a distance from adjacent items
may result in lowered freezing capability and
increased electricity consumption charges.
Allow at least 24 inches (61 cm) in front of the
refrigerator to open the doors, and at least
2 inches (5.08 cm) between the back of the
refrigerator and the wall.

24” (61 cm)

Removing/Assembling the Doors

Removing the Left Refrigerator Door

The water supply is connected to the

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upper right part of the rear surface of the
refrigerator. Remove the ring in the joint
area. Hold the water supply connection
and gently push the collet to detach the
water supply line as shown in

Collet

NOTE

Detachment of the water supply line is
applicable only when detaching the left
refrigerator door.

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2” (5.08 cm)

Remove the screws from the hinge cover

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at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the
hook(not visible), located on the side of the
cover at the bottom edge, with a flat-head
screwdriver.

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2

1

2

1

1

1

2

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Remove the cover and pull out the tube .

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Disconnect all wire harnesses

Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise

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. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge

lever latch.

Hinge Lever Latch

CAUTION

When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.

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Removing the Right Refrigerator
Door

Remove the screws from the hinge cover

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at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the
hook(not visible), located on the side of the
cover at the bottom edge, with a flat-head
screwdriver.

Detach the wire harness .

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Rotate the hinge lever clockwise.

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Lift the top hinge
lever latch.

free of the hinge

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Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and

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remove the door.

Hinge Lever Latch

CAUTION

When lifting the hinge free of the hinge

CAUTION

Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface.

lever latch, be careful that the door
does not fall forward.

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Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and

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remove the door.

CAUTION

Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface.

Removing the Freezer Doors

Remove the two hinge bolts.

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Disconnect all wire harnesses.

4

Remove the door by lifting it off the lower

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hinge pin.

Lower hinge

Assembling the Freezer Doors

Lower the door onto the lower hinge pin.

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Twist the hinge to raise the pivoting end

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so that the door can be lifted off. Lift the
door off the lower hinge pin and remove it.

Connect the wire harnesses.

2

Unscrew the screw that attaches the

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lower hinge cover and remove the cover.

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2

1

1

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Position the bottom hinge cover in its place

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and tighten the cover screw .

Position the middle hinge pin in place to

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hold the door and insert the two hinge
bolts.

Tighten the two hinge bolts.

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Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door

Install the right refrigerator door first.

Make sure that the plastic sleeve is

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inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower
the door onto the middle hinge pin as
shown in the figure.

Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch

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and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

Hinge Lever Latch

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Connect the wire harness .

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Position the cover in its place. Insert and

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tighten the cover screws.

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Assembling the Left Refrigerator

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Door

Install the left refrigerator door after the right
door is installed.

Make sure that the plastic sleeve is

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inserted in the bottom of the door. Install
the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge
pin.

Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch

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and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
clockwise

Hinge Lever Latch

and fasten the hinge.

Push the water supply tube into the hole

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on the top case and pull it through the
backplate.

Hold the water supply connection and

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gently push in the collet to connect the
water supply line as shown in
the tube at least
connector.

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/8 inch (15 mm) into the

Collet

. Insert

Position the cover in its place. Insert and

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tighten the cover screws.

Connect all the wire harnesses.

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NOTE

Collet

Tube

Insert Line

1) Gently insert the tube until only one
line shows on the tube.

(Correct)

(Incorrect)

2) Pull the tube to make sure that the
tube is tightly fastened.

Connecting the Water Line

Before You Begin

This water line installation is not covered by the
refrigerator warranty. 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 can lead to water leakage or flooding.
Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer
before installing the water supply line to the
refrigerator.

CAUTION

To prevent burns and product damage,
only connect the refrigerator water line to
a cold water supply.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power
switch on the control panel is in the OFF
position.

CAUTION

Do not install the icemaker tubing in
areas where temperatures fall below
freezing.

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Water Pressure

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The water pressure must be 20~120 psi or
138~827 kPa or 1.4~8.4 kgf/cm² on models
without a water filter and 40~120 psi or 276~827
kPa or 2.8~8.4 kgf/cm² on models with a water
filter.

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to the cold water supply, this water
line installation is not covered by the refrigerator
warranty. Follow the instructions carefully to
minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to the cold water supply, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs
to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276~414 kPa or

2.8~4.2 kgf/cm², less than 2.0~3.0 sec. to fill a
cup of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity).

CAUTION

Wear eye protection during installation
to prevent injury.

If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis
system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/
cm² (takes more than 4.0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz
or 198 cc capacity):

Check to see if the sediment filter in

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the reverse osmosis system is blocked.
Replace the filter if necessary.

Allow the storage tank on the reverse

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osmosis system to refill after heavy
usage.

If the issue concerning water pressure

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from reverse osmosis remains, call a
licensed, qualified plumber.

All installations must be in accordance

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with local plumbing code requirements.

What You Will Need

Copper Tubing,

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connect the refrigerator to the water
supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing
are cut square.

To determine how

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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 in. [25 cm] diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.

Power drill.

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½ in. or adjustable

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wrench.

Flat blade and Phillips

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head screwdrivers.

Two ¼ in. outer

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diameter compression
nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves)

copper tubing to the shutoff valve and
the refrigerator water valve.

If your existing copper water line has a

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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.

Shutoff valve

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water line. The shutoff valve should
have a water inlet with a minimum
inside diameter of 5/32 in. 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.

¼ in. outer diameter, to

to connect the

to connect to the cold

NOTE

A self piercing saddle type water valve
should not be used.

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Water Line Installation Instructions

WARNING

When using any electrical device
(such as a power drill) during
installation, be sure the device is
battery powered, double insulated
or grounded in a manner that will
prevent the hazard of electric shock.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest
frequently used drinking water line.

SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY

1

Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the
pressure on the line.

CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

2

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 top or
side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid
drawing off any sediment from the water
pipe.

DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

3

Drill a ¼ in. hole in
the water pipe using
a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting
from drilling the hole
in the pipe. Be careful
not to allow water
to drain into the drill. Failure to drill a ¼ in.
hole may result in reduced ice production
or smaller cubes.

NOTE

The hookup line cannot be white, plastic
tubing. Licensed plumbers must use
only copper tubing (NDA tubing #49595
or #49599) or Cross Link Polyethylene
(PEX) tubing.

FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

4

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water
pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe Clamp

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

Vertical Cold
Water Pipe

NOTE

Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered
to. Saddle valves are illegal and their use is
not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult
with your licensed plumber.

TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing
washer begins to swell.

Do not overtighten the clamp or

NOTE:

you may crush the tubing.

Washer

Pipe Clamp

Clamp Screw

ROUTE THE TUBING

6

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 in. diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.

Inlet End

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Place the compression nut and ferrule
(sleeve) for the 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.

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

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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.

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

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REFRIGERATOR

Before making the connection

NOTE:

to the refrigerator, be sure that the
refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the wall outlet.

a. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the

water valve.

b. Place the compression nut and ferrule

(sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as
shown.

c. Insert the end of the copper tubing into

the connection as far as possible. While
holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE

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Compression
Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF

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VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.

CAUTION

Check to see if leaks occur at the water
line connections.

PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

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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.

START THE ICEMAKER

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Turn the icemaker ON at the control panel.

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 has
been turned ON.

Turning On The Power

Plug in the refrigerator.

Tubing Clamp

¼ in.
Compression
Nut

Ferrule
(sleeve)

¼ in. Tubing

Refrigerator
Connection

CAUTION

Connect to a rated power outlet.

y

Have a certified electrician check

y

the wall outlet and wiring for proper
grounding.
Do not damage or cut off the ground

y

terminal of the power plug.

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Leveling

After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power
cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push
the refrigerator into the final position.

The refrigerator has two front leveling legs—
one on the right and one on the left. Adjust the
legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or side­to-side. If the refrigerator seems unsteady, or
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust
the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions
below:

Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise

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that side of the refrigerator or to the right
to lower it. It may take several turns of the
leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the
refrigerator.

NOTE

A flare nut wrench works best, but an
open-end wrench will suffice.
Do not over-tighten.

Open both doors again and check to make

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sure that they close easily. If the doors do
not close easily, tilt the refrigerator slightly
more to the rear by turning both leveling
legs to the left. It may take several more
turns, and you should turn both leveling
legs the same amount.

Door Alignment

If the floor is not flat, the door heights may
differ. In this case, use the following method
to adjust the difference.

Adjusting Door Height

Adjusting Fridge Door
Height

Height difference

Adjusting Freezer
Door Height

Open the fridge door
and use a wrench to
rotate the door hinge
bolt as shown.

Fridge door

Freezer door

Open the freezer door
and use a wrench to
rotate the door hinge
bolt as shown.

Freezer door

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Height difference

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HOW TO USE

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Before use

Clean the refrigerator.

Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during
shipping.

CAUTION

Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that

y

contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape
or adhesive from the refrigerator,.
Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information

y

on the rear surface of the refrigerator.

NOTE

Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.

Open refrigerator and freezer doors to ventilate the interior.

The inside of the refrigerator may smell like plastic at first. Remove any adhesive
tape from inside the refrigerator and open the refrigerator and the freezer doors for
ventilation.

Connect the power supply.

Check if the power supply is connected before use.
Read the “Turning On The Power” section.

Turn off the icemaker if the refrigerator is not yet connected to the
water supply.

Turn off the automatic icemaker and then plug the power plug of the refrigerator
into the grounded electrical outlet.

* This is applicable only to certain models.

CAUTION

Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water
supply may cause the refrigerator to malfunction.

Wait for the refrigerator to cool.

Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food in
it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling.

CAUTION

Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the
food to spoil, or a bad odor could linger inside the refrigerator.

The refrigerator makes a loud noise after initial operation.

This is normal. The volume will decrease as the temperature lowers.

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Eclipse Display

Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.

Eclipse Display Features

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3

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Smart Grid / Connect

1

Smart Grid

Press the Smart Grid button to turn the Smart
Grid function On/Off. When the function is on,
the icon illuminates. The Smart Grid function
automatically turns on when the refrigerator
is connected to the Wi-Fi network. When the
refrigerator is responding to a Demand Response
(DR) message from the electric company, the
Grid text illuminates.

Connect

The Connect button, when used with the LG
Electronics Smart Refrigerator smart phone app,
allows the refrigerator to connect to your home’s
Wi-Fi network. Refer to the
section for information on the initial setup of the
application. The Connect icon indicates the status
of the refrigerator’s network connection. When
the refrigerator is connected to the network, the
Connect icon is illuminated. Press and hold the
Connect button for 3 seconds to connect to the
network. The icon will blink while the connection
is being made, then turn on once the connection
is successfully made. To disconnect, press and
hold the button again.

Smart Features

Lock

2

The Lock function disables every other button on
the display.

When power is initially connected to the

y

refrigerator, the Lock function is off.
To activate the Lock function, press and

y

hold the Lock button until the lock indicator
appears in the display. The other buttons are
now disabled.

To disable the Lock function, press and hold

y

the Lock button for approximately three
seconds.

Auto Open Door

3

The right refrigerator door opens automatically
if you place a foot near the motion sensor at the
bottom of the door. This is convenient when
you have both hands full of groceries and need
to open the refrigerator door. To set the Auto
Open Door function, press the button repeatedly
to toggle between the ON, Sound Off, and OFF
settings.

Using the Auto Open Door Function

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When the Auto Open Door Function is 1.
enabled, text is displayed on the floor near
the motion sensor.

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2. Pass one foot in front of the motion sensor

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and step on the displayed text. The right
door opens. If the door opens less than 20
degrees and is not opened further, it will
close automatically after 3 seconds.

NOTE

Place your foot close enough to the
sensor that the text appears on top of
the foot, not just on the toes.

CAUTION

Disable the Auto Open Door function
if you have young children or people
lacking in cognitive ability in the home.
They could be injured if the door opens
unexpectedly while they are nearby.

NOTE

The displayed text may not

y

be readable on some flooring
materials, but this will not affect the
performance of the Auto Open Door
function.
If flooring material is highly reflective

y

(metal, glass tile), the motion sensor
may malfunction and the Auto Open
Door function may not work properly.
Reflective objects placed in front of

y

the motion sensor may cause the text
to display, but the text disappears if
no movement is detected.

Auto Open Drawer

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When Auto Open Drawer is enabled, the freezer
drawers automatically open when the freezer
door is opened. The drawers automatically close
when the freezer door is closed.

Using Auto Open Drawer

Open the freezer door at least 85 degrees to
automatically open the drawers. Slowly close the
door to automatically close the drawers.

More than 85°

CAUTION

Do not use excessive force to push or

y

pull the freezer drawers.
Do not slam the freezer door shut

y

while the drawers are open.
Failure to follow these warnings may
result in personal injury or damage to
the product.

Refrigerator/Door Alarm

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Refrigerator

Indicates the set temperature of the

y

refrigerator compartment in Celsius (°C) or
Fahrenheit (°F). The refrigerator temperature
control ranges from 33°F to 46°F (1°C to 8°C).
The recommended temperature setting for the
refrigerator compartment is 37°F (3°C).

Door Alarm

The door alarm sounds when a refrigerator

y

or freezer door is left open for more than 60
seconds.

To stop the alarm, close the doors.

y

The door alarm is enabled by default. To disable

y

the door alarm, press and hold Door Alarm for
three seconds.

Setting Auto Open Drawer

Press Auto Drawer to activate or deactivate the
function. When the function is activated, an icon
appears on the display.

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Freezer

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Indicates the set temperature of the freezer
compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).
The freezer temperature control ranges from

-6°F to 8°F (-21°C to -13°C). The recommended
temperature setting for the freezer compartment
is 0°F (-18°C).

To change the temperature mode from °F to °C
(or vice versa) press and hold the Refrigerator
and Freezer temperature buttons simultaneously
for approximately five seconds. The temperature
indication on the display window switches
between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

NOTE

The displayed temperature is the target
temperature, and not the actual temperature
of the refrigerator. The actual refrigerator
temperature depends on the food inside the
refrigerator.

Fresh Filter

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The Fresh Air Filter helps remove odors from the
refrigerator. The Fresh Air Filter has two settings,
Auto and Power(PWR). In Auto mode, the Fresh
Air Filter will cycle on and off in increments of
ten minutes on and 110 minutes off. If set to the
Power(PWR) mode, the Fresh Air Filter will stay
on continuously for four hours, cycling on and off
in increments of ten minutes on and five minutes
off. After four hours, the Fresh Air Filter will
switch back to Auto mode.

Press the Fresh Air Filter button once for

y

Power(PWR) mode.
Press the Fresh Air Filter button again to

y

switch back to Auto mode.

Ice Plus

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This function increases both ice making and
freezing capabilities.

Press Ice Plus to illuminate the icon in the

y

display and activate the function for 24 hours.
After 24 hours, the icon and the function
automatically turn off.

To deactivate the function manually, press Ice

y

Plus again.

Display

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The display indicates the current status of the
refrigerator. Press any button to display the
current setting for that function.

Using the Interior Display

To turn the interior display on, open a

y

refrigerator or freezer door or knock twice
on the InstaView™Door-in-Door® to activate
the interior LED

The interior display turns off automatically

y

five seconds after all the doors are closed or
five seconds after you have knocked twice
on the InstaView™Door-in-Door®.

The interior display buttons operate using

y

static electricity. Wear gloves while cleaning
to avoid activating button functions.

Keep the display clean and free from foreign

y

substances. Skin must contact the buttons
directly for them to properly function.

Wipe any moisture off the display before

y

using it. Moisture on the display may
interfere with the functioning of the buttons.

CAUTION

Display Mode (For Store Use Only)

The Display Mode disables all cooling in the
refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve
energy while on display in a retail store. When
you turn on the interior display, “Demo Mode”
appears in the display.

To deactivate / activate:

With InstaView™Door-in-Door® opened, press
and hold the Refrigerator and Ice Plus buttons
at the same time for five seconds. When demo
mode is activated, the control panel will beep
and the temperature settings will display as
“Demo Mode” for five seconds and then return
to normal temperature display. Use the same
procedure to deactivate the Display Mode.

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Smart Features

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To use the Smart Features on your refrigerator, you will need the following devices and apps:

1. a wireless router and home Wi-Fi network

2. the LG Smart Grid refrigerator

3. an Android-based smart phone

4. the LG Smart Refrigerator app from the Google Play Store.

NOTE

To use the Smart Grid feature, you must also register for the Smart Grid (Demand Response)
service with your local electric utility company. The company must provide Demand Response
service.

Setting Up the Smart App and Connecting the Refrigerator

Create an account at Smart ThinQ.

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https://us.smartthinq.com/

You will use the ID and password from this
account in the smart phone application.

Download the smart phone app from the

2

Google Play Store. (LG Smart Refrigerator
app)

In the app, select the Smart Model.

3

Log in to the app using the Smart ThinQ ID

4

and password created in step 1.

When prompted, select the Non Touch

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Screen Model.

Choose your home wireless router

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from the list of routers in the app. Your
refrigerator and smart phone must both be
connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

NOTE

You must connect the refrigerator to the
internet using a wireless router on your
home network. Tethering to a mobile phone,
hotspot, or an unsecured network, for
example, will cause unstable functionality.

If necessary, enter the password for your

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router and click the connect button in the
app.

Make sure the refrigerator display is active

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by pressing any button. Press and hold the
Smart Grid button on the refrigerator for
three seconds. The Connect LED should
blink while the connection is being made.

The app will automatically go through the

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process of registering your product on
the network, using the information you’ve
provided. This may take some time, and
the Connect LED will continue to blink
during this process. After the registration
process is completed, a message is
displayed and the app will proceed to the
Home screen.

Check that the Connect LED is illuminated

0

1

to confirm that the Wi-Fi network is
connected. You can now use the app
to control the Smart Features on your
refrigerator.