LG GC-F529NQCZ Instruction manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

FRIDGE & FREEZER

Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................	3
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.....................................................	3
WARNING.........................................................................................................	3
CAUTION...........................................................................................................	8
INSTALLATION.............................................................................	10
Before Installation............................................................................................	10
Dimensions and Clearances............................................................................	10
Ambient Temperature......................................................................................	10
Accessories.....................................................................................................	10
Reversing Doors..............................................................................................	11
Levelling the Appliance....................................................................................	11
Connecting the Appliance................................................................................	11
Moving the Appliance.......................................................................................	11
OPERATION..................................................................................	12
Before Use.......................................................................................................	12
Product Features.............................................................................................	14
Control Panel...................................................................................................	16
Icemaker..........................................................................................................	18
Taking Out Ice..................................................................................................	19
Folding Shelf....................................................................................................	19
SMART FUNCTIONS....................................................................	20
LG ThinQ Application.......................................................................................	20
Smart Diagnosis..............................................................................................	21
MAINTENANCE.............................................................................	23
Notes for Cleaning...........................................................................................	23
Cleaning the Door Basket................................................................................	23
Cleaning the Shelf...........................................................................................	24
Cleaning the Vegetable Drawer.......................................................................	24
Cleaning the Water Dispenser.........................................................................	25
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................	26
Before Calling for Service................................................................................	26

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Safety Messages

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.

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

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 responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

•• If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the socket outlet is loose, do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre.

•• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.

•• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.

•• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

•• Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator.

•• 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.

•• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications only. It should not be used for commercial, or catering purposes, or in any mobile application such as a caravan or boat.

•• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

This symbol alerts you to flammable materials that can ignite and cause a fire if you do not take care.

•• 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.

•• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

•• Do not locate multiple portable outlet-sockets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

•• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the appliance or replacing the inside lamp (where fitted).

•• Securely plug the power plug in the socket outlet 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 socket outlet.

•• 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.

•• Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a candle inside to remove the odours.

•• Do not tilt the appliance to pull or push it when transporting.

•• Make sure not to get a body part such as a hand or foot stuck while moving the appliance.

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.

•• 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 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 socket outlet 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 socket outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

•• 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 code 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.

•• 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.

•• Do not place heavy or fragile objects, containers filled with liquid, combustible substances, flammable objects (such 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

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:

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.

•• Do not use a thin crystal cup or chinaware when dispensing.

•• 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 break 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.

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 from each adjacent wall when installing the appliance.

G FED

-	Size(mm)
Type	Bar Handle	Pocket Handle
A	705	700

B	1720/1850	1720/1850

C	740	700

D	595	595

E	665	665

F	700	700

G	1340	1340
H	1200	1160

NOTE

•• The height (B) of the appliance may differ from model to model.

Ambient Temperature

•• The appliance is designed to operate within a limited range of ambient temperatures, depending on the climate zone.

•• The internal temperature 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.

Climate Class	Ambient Temperature
Climate Class	Range ºC
	Range ºC

SN (Extended	+10	- +32
Temperate)	+10	- +32
Temperate)
N (Temperate)	+16	- +32

ST (Subtropical)	+16	- +38

T (Tropical)	+16	- +43 / +10 - +43*

*Australia, India, Kenya

NOTE

•• The appliances rated from SN to T are intended to be used at an ambient temperature between 10 ºC and 43 ºC.

Accessories

*1:This feature is only available on some models.

aCord Holder*1

bCap Door*1

cCap Hinge*1

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