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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRIDGE & FREEZER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference.
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Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. |
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual may contain images or content that may be different from the model you purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS |
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE........................................................... |
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WARNING............................................................................................................ |
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CAUTION ............................................................................................................. |
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CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT .................................................................. |
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INSTALLATION |
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Before Installation ........................................................................................... |
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Removing the Fridge and Freezer Door........................................................ |
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Levelling and Door Alignment........................................................................ |
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Turning on the Power...................................................................................... |
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Moving the Appliance for Relocation ............................................................ |
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OPERATION |
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Before Use ........................................................................................................ |
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Product Features.............................................................................................. |
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Control Panel .................................................................................................... |
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InstaView........................................................................................................... |
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Door in Door ..................................................................................................... |
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Drawer............................................................................................................... |
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Shelf ................................................................................................................... |
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Icemaker ........................................................................................................... |
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Door Basket ...................................................................................................... |
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SMART FUNCTIONS |
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LG ThinQ Application....................................................................................... |
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Smart Diagnosis ............................................................................................... |
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MAINTENANCE |
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Cleaning ............................................................................................................ |
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TROUBLESHOOTING |
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Before Calling for Service................................................................................ |
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APPENDIX |
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Warranty ........................................................................................................... |
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance.
The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below.
Safety Messages
This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk.
WARNING
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage to the product.
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Technical Safety
•This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
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responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
-farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
-bed and breakfast type environments;
-catering and similar non-retail applications.
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This symbol alerts you to flammable materials that can ignite and cause a fire if you do not take care.
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•This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), but it is also combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged.
•The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures. Consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person before disposing of them.
•Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
•If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the outlet socket is loose, do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre.
•Do not locate multiple portable outlet sockets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
•Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely removing any moisture and dust.
•Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet socket.
•Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the builtin structure, clear of obstruction.
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•Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
•Do not tilt the appliance to pull or push it when transporting.
•When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
•Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
•Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a candle inside to remove the odours.
•Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator.
•Make sure not to get a body part such as a hand or foot stuck while moving the appliance.
•Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the appliance interior or exterior.
•Do not spray water or inflammable substances (toothpaste, alcohol, thinner, benzene, flammable liquid, abrasive, etc.) over the interior or exterior of the appliance to clean it.
•Do not clean the appliance with brushes, cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material.
•Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials
•If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes. In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance is used should correspond to the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 1 m² in size for every 8 g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance.
•Refrigerant leaking out of the pipes could ignite or cause an explosion.
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•The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance.
Installation
•This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
•Install the appliance on a firm and level floor.
•Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, rain, or temperatures below freezing.
•Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from heating appliances such as stoves or heaters.
•Be careful not to expose the rear of the appliance when installing.
•Install the appliance in a place where it is easy to unplug the power plug of the appliance.
•Be careful not to let the appliance door fall during assembly or disassembly.
•Be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cable during assembly or disassembly of the appliance door.
•Be careful not to point the power plug up or let the appliance lean against the power plug.
•Do not connect a plug adapter or other accessories to the power plug.
•Do not modify or extend the power cable.
•Ensure that the outlet socket is properly grounded, and that the earth pin on the power cord is not damaged or removed from the power plug. For more details on grounding, inquire at an LG Electronics customer information centre.
•This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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•Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.
•Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause suffocation.
•Do not plug the appliance into a multi socket adapter which does not have a power cable (mounted).
•The appliance should be connected to a dedicated power line which is separately fused.
•Do not use a multi socket outlet which is not properly grounded (portable). In case of using a properly-grounded multi socket outlet (portable), use the multi socket outlet with the current capacity of the power cord rating or higher and use the multi socket outlet only for the appliance.
Operation
•Do not use the appliance for any purpose (storage of medical or experimental materials or shipping) other than any domestic household food storage use.
•If water penetrates electrical parts of the appliance, disconnect power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre.
•Unplug the power plug during a severe thunderstorm or lightening or when not in use for a long period of time.
•Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands.
•Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.
•Immediately unplug the power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you detect a strange sound, odour, or smoke coming from the appliance.
•Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the cold air, cover or heat releasing grille on the back.
•Do not apply excessive force or impact to the back cover of the appliance.
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•Be careful of nearby children when you open or close the appliance door. The door may bump the child and cause injury.
•Avoid the danger of children getting trapped inside the appliance. A 
child trapped inside the appliance can cause suffocation.
•Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance. ENGLISH
•Do not place heavy or fragile objects, containers filled with liquid, combustible substances, flammable objects (such as candles, lamps, etc.), or heating devices (such as stoves, heaters, etc.) on the appliance.
•Do not place any electronic appliance (such as heater and mobile phone) inside the appliance.
•If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.), do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately. This appliance uses a refrigerant gas (isobutane, R600a). Although it uses a small amount of the gas, it is still combustible gas. Gas leakage during appliance transport, installation or operation can cause fire, explosion or injury if sparks are caused.
•Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances (ether, 
benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance.
Disposal
•When discarding the appliance, remove the door gasket while leaving the shelves and baskets in place and keep children away from the appliance.
CAUTION
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of minor injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:
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Operation
•Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands. It may cause frostbite.
•Do not place glass containers, bottles or cans (especially those containing carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment, shelves or ice bin that will be exposed to temperatures below freezing.
•The tempered glass on the front side of the appliance door or the shelves can be damaged by an impact. If it is broken, do not touch it with hands.
•Do not hang from the appliance doors, storage room, shelf or climb up into it.
•Do not store an excessive amount of water bottles or containers for side dishes on the door baskets.
•Do not open or close the appliance door with excessive force.
•If the hinge of the appliance door is damaged or operates improperly, stop using the appliance and contact an authorized service centre.
•Prevent animals from nibbling on the power cable or water hose.
•Never eat frozen foods immediately after they have been taken out in the freezer compartment.
•Make sure not to get a hand or foot stuck upon opening or closing the appliance door or door in door.
Maintenance
•Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. They may shatter if exposed to sudden temperature changes.
•Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall.
•To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics customer information centre.
•Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin in the freezer compartment during an extended power outage.
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CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Disposal of Your Old Appliance
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-a. The product is required to be handed over only to the authorized recycler for disposal.
-b. Keep the product in isolated area, after it becomes nonfunctional/unrepairable so as to prevent its accidental breakage.
•Don’t
-a. The product should not be opened by the user himself/herself, but only by authorized service personnel.
-b. The product is not meant for re-sale to any unauthorized agencies/scrap dealer/kabariwalah.
-c. The product is not meant for mixing into household waste stream.
-d. Do not keep any replaced spare part(s) from the product in exposed area.
-Any disposal through unauthorized agencies/person will attract action under Environment (Protection) Act 1986.
•Hazards of improper handling or accidental breakage :
-a. The refrigerant (R134a) used, if overexposed, might cause dizziness and loss of concentration. Liquid contact can cause irritation and frostbite. The refrigerant (R600a), squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause eye injury.
-b. The blowing agent cyclopentane is highly flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful to aquatic life. Contact with liquid may cause cold burns/frost bites. Repeated exposure causes skin dryness.
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•This product is complied with the requirement of Hazardous Substances as specified under Rule 13 (1) & (2) of the E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011.
•To locate a nearest collection centre or call for pick-up (limited area only) for disposal of this appliance, please contact Toll Free No. 1800- 315-9999 / 1800-180-9999 for details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information, please visit : http://www.lge.com/in
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INSTALLATION 13
INSTALLATION
Before Installation
Dimensions and Clearances
Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in the degradation of freezing capability and increased electricity costs. Allow over 50 mm of clearance between the back of the appliance and the wall when installing the appliance.
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1787 |
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734 |
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734 |
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•The internal temperatures could be affected by the location of the appliance, the ambient temperature, the frequency of door opening and so on.
•The climate class can be found on the rating label.
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N (Temperate) |
+16 |
- +32 |
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ST (Subtropical) |
+16 - +38 |
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T (Tropical) |
+10 |
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*Australia, India, Kenya
**Argentina
NOTE
•The appliances rated from SN to T are intended to be used at an ambient temperature between 10 ºC and 43 ºC.
NOTE
•You can determine what type of appliance it is by looking at the label inside the appliance.
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Ambient Temperature
•The appliance is designed to operate within a limited range of ambient temperatures, depending on the climate zone.
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Accessories
*1 This feature is only available on some models.
aSpanner A*1
bSpanner B*1
cC-Clip (Snap Ring)*1
Removing the Left Fridge Door
1 Disconnect all wire harnesses a. Unscrew the ground wire b.
Removing the Fridge and Freezer Door
If your entrance door is too narrow for the appliance to pass through, remove the appliance doors and pass the appliance laterally.
WARNING
•Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing, removing the doors, or cleaning the appliance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death, fire or electric shock.
NOTE
•The number of wire harnesses may vary depending on the model.
2 Rotate the hinge lever ccounterclockwise. Lift the top hinge dfree of the hinge lever latch e.
Removing the Hinge Cover
Remove the screws from the hinge cover at the top of the appliance. Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a flat-head screwdriver.
CAUTION
• When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. It is recommended that two or more people carry out the door removal and refitting.
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