LG GC-P227STJA User Manual

Introduction

Installation

Operation

Suggestion on food storage

Care and maintenance

Table of contents

		3
Important safety instruction		3
Identification of parts		4
Where to install		5
Door removal		6
Door replacement		7
Feed water pipe installation		7
Height adjustment		8
Starting		9
Adjusting the temperatures and functions		9
Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only)		13
Shelf (Applicable to some models only)		14
Wine holder (Applicable to some models only)		14
Egg box (Applicable to some models only)		14
Humidity control in the vegetable compartment		15
Convert into a vegetable or meat compartment (Applicable to some models only)		15
Deodorizer (Applicable to some models only)		15
Miracle Zone Temperature Transition Corner (Applicable to some models only)		16
Temperature Change at Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only)		16
Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only)
		16
Location of foods		17
Storing foods		18
How to dismantle parts		19
General information		21
Cleaning		21
Trouble shooting		22
When replacing PANEL…….		27

2

Introduction

Entry

The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case or back of refrigerator compartment of this unit. These numbers are unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase. Staple your receipt here.

Date of purchase	:
Dealer purchased from	:
Dealer address	:
Dealer phone no.	:
Model no.	:
Serial no.	:

Important safety instruction

Before it is used, this refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation instructions in this document.

Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.

When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over the power cord or to damage it in any way.

After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when your hands are damp or wet. Skin could adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet for cleaning or other requirements. Never touch it with wet hands because you can get an electric shock or be hurt.

Never damage, process, severely bend, pull out, or twist the power cord because damage the power cord may cause a fire or electric shock. You have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Never place glass products in the freezer because they may be broken due to expansion when their contents are frozen.

Never allow your hands within the ice storage bin of the automatic ice maker. You could be hurt by the operation of the automatic ice maker.

The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Never allow anyone to climb, sit, stand or hang on the refreshment center door. These actions may damage the refrigerator and even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.

Don’t use an If possible, connect the refrigerator to its own individual electrical outlet to prevent it and

extension cord other appliances or household lights from causing an overload that could cause a power outage.

Accessibility of The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply plug is accessible for Supply Plug quick disconnection when accident happens.

Supply Cord If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service Replacement agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

Warning	Do not modify or extend the Power Cord length.
	It will cause electric shock or fire.
	3

	Introduction
Child entrapment	DANGER: Risk of child entrapment.
warning	Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
	Take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb
	inside.
	The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
	supervision.
	Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Don’t store Don’t store or use gasoline or other flammable vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Grounding (Earthing) In the event of an electric short circuit, grounding (earthing) reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

In order to prevent possible electric shock, this appliance must be grounded improper use of the grounding plug can result in an electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if you have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded.

	Identification of parts
	Freezer	Refrigerator
	compartment	compartment
		Milk product corner
	Space plus	Lamp
	Door rack	Door rack
	Automatic
	ice maker	Shelf
	Lamp
		Can Server (Optional)
		Wine holder (Plastic or wire)
		Refreshment center
	Shelf (1 or 2)	(Optional)
		Shelf (Folding or Normal)
		Egg box
		Vegetable drawer
	Door rack
	Drawer (2 or 3)	Humidity switch
		Miracle Zone (Optional)
		Fresh compartment
		(Optional)
	Door rack	Door rack
	Lower cover	Conversion switch
		(Meats/Vegetables)
		(Optional)
	NOTE

•If you found some parts missing from your unit, they may be parts only used in other models. (i.c. the “Refreshment center” is not included in all models)

4

Installation

	Where to Install
Select a good	1. Place your appliance where it is easy to
location	use.
	2. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,
	direct sunlight or moisture.
	3. To ensure proper air circulation around the
	fridge -freezer, please maintain sufficient
	space on both the sides as well as top and
	maintain at least 2 inches (5 cm) from the
	rear wall.

	4.	To avoid vibrations, the appliance must be leveled.
	5.	Don't install the appliance below 5∞C. It may cause affect the performance.
Disposal of the	This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant)and is made of parts and materials
old appliance	which are reusable and/or recyclable.
	All the important materials should be sent to the collection center of waste material
	and can be reused after rework (recycling). For take back, please contact with the
	local agency.

5

Installation

		Door removal
	Warning	Electric Shock Hazard
		Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator before installing.
		Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
		If your access door is too narrow for the
		refrigerator to pass through, remove the		Lower cover
		refrigerator door and pass the refrigerator laterally.
	Remove lower
		Remove the lower cover by lifting upward, and
	cover and	remove clip, and then pull up the feed water tube
	then feed water	while pressing area shown in the figure to the		Feed water tube
	tube	right.
		NOTE
		• If a tube end is deformed or abraded, cut the part away.
			Hinge	Connection
			cover
	Remove the	1) Removing the hinge cover by loosening the		wires
	freezer	screws. Separate all connection wires except
	compartment	for the earth line after.		Earth line
	door	Upper hinge

Upper hinge

2) Remove the keeper by rotating it counter	Keeper
clockwise ( ) and then lifting the upper

hinge up ( ).

NOTE

• When removing the upper hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forwards .

3) Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it upward. This time, the door should

be lifted enough for the feed water pipe tube

to be completely pulled out.

Lower hinge

NOTE

•Move the refrigerator compartment door passing through the access door and lay it down, but be careful not to damage the feed water pipe tube

Remove the	1) Loosen the hinge cover screws and remove
refrigerator	the cover. Remove connection wire, if any,
door	except for the earth line.
		Connection
		wires
	2) Remove keeper by rotating it clockwise ( )	Upper hinge	Keeper
	and then remove the upper hinge by lifting
	it up ( ).

3) Remove the refrigerator compartment door by lifting it up.

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Lower hinge

Installation

Pass the Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access refrigerator door as shown in the right figure.

Door replacement

Mount them in the reverse sequence of removal after they pass through the access door.

Feed water pipe installation

Before Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147~834 kPa (1.5~8.5 installation kgf/cm2) (That is, an instant paper cup (180 cc) will be fully filled within 3 sec.).

Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 8 m and be careful for the tube not be bent. If the tube is 8 m or longer it may cause trouble in water feed owing to the drain water pressure.

Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat.

Warning

Connect to potable water supply only.

Refer to instructions with water filter kit for installation.

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								Installation
	Height adjustment
If the freezer	Level the door by inserting flat ( - type) driver into the groove of the left height adjusting
compartment door	screw and rotate it clockwise ( ).
is lower than the
refrigerator
compartment door

If the freezer

Level the door by inserting flat ( - type) driver into the groove of the right height

compartment door

adjusting screw and rotate it clockwise ( ).

is higher than the

refrigerator

compartment door

After leveling the	The refrigerator doors will close smoothly by heightening the front side by adjusting
door height	the height adjusting screw. If the doors do not close correctly, performance may be
	affected.

Next 1. Wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping and clean your appliance thoroughly.

2.Install accessories such as the ice cube box, cover evaporating tray, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipping.

3.Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet. Don't double up with other appliances on the same outlet.

8

Operation

Starting

When your refrigerator is first installed, allow it to stabilize at normal operating temperatures for 2-3 hours prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods.

If operation is interrupted, wait 5 minutes before restarting.

Adjusting the temperatures and functions

Display Power

Saving Mode

NOTE

•Your model may not include every option.

•The control display is operated by touch. Excessive moisture on the display may cause a malfunction. Please keep display clean and dry.

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		Operation
		Display Power Saving Mode
		This function places the display into power saving mode until the next time the door
		is opened.
		Press the FREEZER and EXPRESS FRZ. buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5
		seconds until the Ding sounds. All LEDs will then turn ON, then OFF. When the
		power saving mode is activated, the display will remain off until the next time the
		door is opened. Then, it will come on whenever a door is opened or a button is
		pressed and remain on for 20 seconds after the last door opening or button selection.
		To deactivate the power saving mode, press the FREEZER and EXPRESS FRZ.
		buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds.
		You can adjust temperature of and freezer room and refrigerator room.
	How to adjust the	Freezer Compartment temperature adjustment
	temperature in
	the freezer
	compartment	Setting
		temperature
	How to adjust the	Refrigerator Compartment temperature adjustment
	temperature in
	the refrigerator
	compartment	Setting
		temperature

Whenever pressing button, setting is repeated in the order of (Weak) (Middle Weak) (Middle) (Middle Strong) (Strong).

The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status, as the indicated setting temperature is a target temperature, not actual temperature within refrigerator.

Refrigeration function is weak in the initial time. Please adjust temperature as above after using refrigerator for minimum 2~3 days.

How to use Select one among crushed ice, water, and cubed ice and slightly press the push dispenser switch with a glass or other container.

Water	Cubed ice	Crushed ice
Light the water	Light the cubed ice	Light the crushed ice
indicating lamp by	indicating lamp by	indicating lamp by
pressing the selection	pressing the	pressing the selection
button.	selection button.	button.
• Water will be dispensed	• Cubed ice will be dispensed	• Crushed ice will be
by pressing the push	by pressing the push	dispensed by pressing the
switch with a glass.	switch with a glass.	push switch with a glass.

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Operation
When ice maker	Ice is lumped together
does not operate	When ice is lumped together, take the ice lumps out of the ice storage bin, break
smoothly	them into small pieces, and then place them into the ice storage bin again.
	When the ice maker produces too small or lumped together ice, the amount of
	water supplied to the ice maker need to adjusted. Contact the service center.
	If ice is not used frequently, it may lump together.

Power failure

Ice may drop into the freezer compartment. Take the ice storage bin out and discard all the ice then dry it and place it back. After the machine is powered again, crushed ice will be automatically selected.

The unit is newly installed

It takes about 12 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to make ice in the freezer compartment.

Express freezer Please select this function for prompt freezer.

OFF ON OFF is repeated whenever pressing button.

The arrow mark graphic remains at the On

status after flickering 4 times when On Off selecting Special Refrigeration On.

Prompt freezer function automatically turns off after a fixed time passes.

Lock This button stops operation of different button.

Locking or Release is repeated whenever the is pressed more than 3 seconds.

If you use the ALARM/LOCK button, none of the other buttons will work

until you unlock them.	LOCK	UNLOCK

Door alarm Door open warning

A warning tone will sound 3 times at thirty-second intervals if the refrigerator or freezer door is left open for more than sixty seconds.

Please contact with the local service center if warning continue to sound even after closing the door.

Filter condition		There is a replacement indicator light for the
(filter replacement		water filter cartridge on the dispenser.
cycle) display		The water filter should be replaced every six
function		months.
		The filter light comes on to let you know
		when to replace filter.
		After replacing the filter, press and hold the
		filter button more than 3 seconds to reset the indicator.

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		Operation
The other	Ambient Temperature Display Window.
functions		Temperature is displayed only between -9∞C ~ 49∞C.
		Temperature less than -9∞C is indicated with LO and
		temperature more than 49∞C is indicated with HI.
	Diagnosis (failure detection) function
	Diagnosis function automatically detects failure when failure is found in product during
		the use of refrigerator.
	If failure occurs at product, it does not operate though pressing any button and normal
		indication is not done. In this case, do not turn power off but immediately contact with
		the local service center. A lot of time are need for service engineer to detect the failed
		part if turning it off.
How ice/cold	Water is cooled while stored in the water tank in the refrigerator compartment, and
water is supplied	then sent to the dispenser.
	Ice is made in the automatic ice maker and sent to the dispenser divided into crushed
	or cubed form ice.

NOTE

•It is normal that the water is not very cold at first. If you want colder water, add ice into the glass.

Cautions Throw away the ice (about 20 pieces) and water (about 7 glasses) first made after refrigerator installation.

The first ice and water may include particles or odor from the feed water pipe or feed water box. This is necessary in case that the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.

Keep children away from the dispenser.

Children may push switch incorrectly bad or damage lamps.

Be careful that food is not block the ice passage.

If foods are placed at the entrance of ice passage, ice

may not be dispensed. The ice passage may also be covered with ice powder if splinter ice is used only. This time, remove the ice powder accumulated.

Never store beverage cans or other foods in ice storage bin for the purpose of rapid cooling.

Such actions may damage the automatic ice maker.

Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice.

Such glasses or containers may be broken.

Put ice first into a glass before filling water or other beverages.

Water may be splashed if ice is added to existing liquid in a glass.

Never touch a hand or other tools on ice outlet.

Touch may cause a part breakage or hand injury.

Never remove the ice maker cover.

Sometimes level the surface so that the ice storage bin is fully filled with ice.

Ice is piled up just near the ice maker. So, such status may be considered, by the ice maker, that the ice storage bin is fully filled and ice making operation may stop.

If discolored ice is dispensed, immediately contact service center, stopping use. Never use too narrow or deep glass.

Ice may be jammed in ice passage and, thus, the refrigerator may be failed.

Keep the glass at a proper distance from ice outlet.

A glass too close to the outlet may hinder ice from coming out.

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Operation

Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only)

How to use Open the refreshment center door.

You can access the refreshment center without opening refrigerator door and thus saving electricity.

Inner lamp is lit in refrigerator compartment when the refreshment center door opens. Thus it is easy to identify the contents.

	Use the	Never use the refreshment center door as a
	refreshment	chopping board and take care not to damage it
	center door as a	with sharp tools.
		Never rest your arms or severely press on it.
	stand

Never take out	The refreshment center can not function
the inner	normally without the cover.
refreshment
center cover

Never place Not only can the refreshment center door may heavy items on be damaged, but also children may be hurt. the refreshment

center door or allow children to hang it on.

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Operation

Shelf (Applicable to some models only)

Folding Shelf You can store taller items such as a gallon container or bottles by simply pushing in front half of shelf underneath back half of shelf. Pull toward you to return to a full shelf.

Wine holder (Applicable to some models only)

Wine holder Bottles can be stored laterally with adjustment this wine corner.

(Type 1) This can be attached to any shelf.

In case of inserting the wine holder :
Pull the wine holder downward as in	2
after inserting it into the side anchoring
part of the shelf as in by catching it
upward as in .	1

In case of separating the wine holder :

Pull the wine holder inward as in after

3

holding it upward as in by catching it.

4

(Type 2) Bottles can be stored laterally with this wine rack.

Egg box (Applicable to some models only)

You can move the egg box to wherever you want.

[Type-1]

[Type-2]

NOTE

•Never use the egg box as an ice storage bin. It can be broken.

•Never store the egg box in the freezer compartment or fresh compartment.

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Operation

Humidity control in the vegetable compartment

The humidity can be controlled by adjusting the humidity control switch to the left/right when storing vegetables or fruits.

High humidity

HUMIDITY CONTROL

HIGH LOW

LOW

Low humidity

HUMIDITY CONTROL

HIGH LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

Convert into a vegetable or meat compartment (Applicable to some models only)

The bottom drawer in the refrigerator can be converted into a vegetable or meat compartment

How to use the deodorizing system

The meat compartment maintains the temperature at a lower point than the refrigerator compartment so that meat or fish can be stored fresh longer.

NOTE

•Vegetables or fruits are frozen if the conversion switch is set to meats compartment. So, be sure to check it before storing foods.

Deodorizer (Applicable to some models only)

This system efficiently absorbs strong odors by using the optical catalyst. This system does hot have any affect on stored food.

Since it is installed already installed onto the cool air intake duct from the from the refrigerator compartment, you need no separate installation.

Please use closed containers to store food with pungent odors.

15 Otherwise, this oder can be absorbed by other food in the compartment.

Operation

Miracle Zone Temperature Transition Corner (Applicable to some models only)

By pressing the button, store vegetables, fruits or other types of food such as meat to be defrosted, raw fish, etc.

Temperature Change at Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only)

Method to Use You can select optimum temperature range depending on types of foods stored.

- 3-step of temperature selection including -3°C, -1°C and 4°C is

available. Vegetables/fruits and cold

storage foods requiring humidity maintenance and meats/fishes can

be more freshly stored depending on type of foods stored.

When using the Miracle Zone as storage room of meats, storing vegetables or fruits may be frozen

When using the Miracle Zone as storage room of meats, keeping meats or fishes may be spoiled and thus meats or fishes must be kept at the F-room.

If opening a door of the R-room, lamp turns on in the selected status and lamp turns off if closing it.

(Vegetable/Fruit) (Cold storage while maintaining humidity) (Meat) is sequentially repeated whenever pressing the "Selection" button.

	Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only)
When removing	First, remove the vegetable bin.
Miracle Zone	After lifting the Miracle Zone case slightly , reach
	inside and pull it outward .

When installing	Fit the Miracle Zone case on to the ledge and
Miracle Zone	gently slide it in .
	When forced, the connecting parts can be damaged.

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Suggestion on food storage

	Location of foods
	(Refer to identification of parts)
Wine holder	Store wine.
Snack drawer	Store small foods such as bread, snacks, etc..
Freezer	Store various frozen foods such as meat, fish,
compartment	ice cream, frozen snacks, etc..
shelf
Freezer	Store small packed frozen food.
compartment	Temperature is likely to increase as door
	opens. So, do not store long-term food such
door rack
	ice cream, etc..
Freezer	Store meat, fish, chicken, etc.. after
compartment	wrapping them with thin foil.
drawer	Store dry.
Milk product	Store milk products such as butter, cheese,
corner	etc..
Egg box	Place this egg box in the proper location.
Refreshment	Store foods of frequent use such as beverage,
center	etc..
Refrigerator	Store side dishes or other foods at a proper
compartment	distance.
shelf
Refrigerator	Store small packed food or beverages such
compartment	as milk, juice, beer, etc..
door rack
Vegetable drawer	Store vegetables or fruits.
Vegetable	Store vegetable, fruits, meat to thaw, raw
drawer	fish, etc.. setting the conversion switch as
/meat drawer	necessary.
conversion corner	Be sure to check the conversion switch
	setting before storing foods.

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Suggestion on food storage

	Storing foods
	Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. How food is frozen and thawed is an
	important factor in maintaining its freshness and flavor.
	Do not store food which goes bad easily at low temperatures, such as bananas, and
	melons.
	Allow hot food to cool prior to storing, placing hot food in the refrigerator could spoil
	other food, and lead to higher energy consumption.
	When storing the food, cover it with vinyl wrap or store in a container with a lid. This
	prevents moisture from evaporating, and helps food to keep its taste and nutrients.
	Do not block air vents with food. Smooth circulation of chilled air keeps refrigerator
	temperatures even.
	Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the refrigerator,
	and cause temperatures to rise.
	Never keep too much food in door rack because they may push against by inner racks
	so that the door cannot be fully closed.
Freezer	Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break when frozen.
compartment	Do not refreeze food that has been thawed. This causes loss of taste and nutrient.
	When storing frozen food like ice cream for a long period, place it on the freezer
	shelf, not in the door rack.
	Do not touch the cold foods or containersespecially made of metallic -, with wet
	hands and place glass products in the freezer compartment.
	- That’s why you may have chilblains and they may be broken when their inner matters
	are frozen, causing personal injury.
Refrigerator	Avoid placing moist food in top refrigerator shelves, it could freeze from direct
compartment	contact with chilled air.
	Always clean food prior to refrigeration. Vegetables and fruits should be washed and
	wiped, and packed food should be wiped, to prevent adjacent food from spoiling.
	When storing eggs in their storage rack or box, ensure that they are fresh, and always
	store them in an upright position, which keeps them fresh longer.

NOTE

•If you keep the refrigerator in a hot and humid place, frequent openning of the door or storing a lot of vegetables in it may cause dew to form which has no effect on its performance. Remove the dew with dust cloth free from care.

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Care and maintenance

How to dismantle parts

NOTE

•Dismantling is done in the reverse sequence of assembly.

Be sure to unplug the power plug before dismantling and assembly. Never apply severe force to dismantle parts. Parts may be damaged.

Freezer	Separate the lamp by pulling it out ( ) while	1
compartment	slightly striking ( ) and rotating ( ) the lamp	2
lamp	cover.
	Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Max. 40 W bulb	3
	for refrigerator is used and can be purchased at
	a service center.
		1
		2	3
Freezer	To remove a shelf, lift the left part of the shelf
compartment	a bit, push it to the direction ( ), lift the right
shelf	part to the direction ( ), and take it out.
		1
Door rack and	Lift the door rack holding both sides ( ) and		2
support	pull it out to ( ) direction.
		2
Space plus	Lift the space plus ( ) and pull it out to ( )
	direction.		1
Ice storage bin	Hold the ice storage bin as shown in the right
	figure and pull it out ( ) while slightly lifting it
	( ).
	It is recommended not to dismantle the ice
	storage bin unless it is necessary.
	Be sure to use both hands when removing
	the ice storage bin, so as not to drop it on the
	floor.
	If the ice storage bin does not fit well, slightly
	rotate the rotating device.
After dispenser	The water collector has no self-drainage
is used	function. So it should be cleaned regularly.
	Remove the cover by pressing the left side of
	water collector cover and dry it with a cloth.
	Press the point marked as shown in the figure
	to the right to remove the water collector
	cover.

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Care and maintenance

Lamp in	To remove the lamp cover, press the protrusion under the lamp cover to the front and
refrigerator	then pull the lamp cover out.
compartment	Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Max. 40 W bulb for refrigerator is used and can be
	purchased at a service center.
Refreshment	Separate the bin ( ) to upward.	1
		2
center	Separate the upper rack of the refreshment
	center and then pull out the refreshment
	center cover ( ).
	The refreshment center can be removed
	by pulling it upwards.

NOTE

•Be sure to remove parts from the refrigerator door when removing the vegetable compartment, snack drawer and refreshment center cover.

2

Vegetable	To remove the vegetable compartment
compartment	cover, pull out the vegetable compartment
cover	a bit to the front , lift the front part of the
	vegetable compartment cover as shown by
	, and take it out.

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Care and maintenance

	General information
Vacation time	During average length vacations, you will probably find it best to leave the refrigerator
	in operation. Place freezable items in freezer for longer life.
	When you plan not to operate, remove all food, disconnect the power cord, clean the
	interior thoroughly, and leave each door OPEN to prevent odor formation.
Power failure	Most power failures that are corrected in an hour or two will not affect your
	refrigerator temperatures.
	However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off.
If you move	Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the refrigerator.
	To avoid damaging the height adjusting screws, turn them all the way into the base.
Anti	The outside wall of the refrigerator cabinet may sometimes get warm, especially just
condensation	after installation.
pipe	Don’t be alarmed. This is due to the anti-condensation pipe, which pumps hot
	refrigerator to prevent “sweating” on the outer cabinet wall.

	Cleaning
	It is important that your refrigerator be kept clean to prevent undesirable odors. Spilled
	food should be wiped up immediately, since it may acidify and stain plastic surfaces if
	allowed to settle.
Exterior	Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or detergent to clean the durable finish of your
	refrigerator.
	Wipe with a clean damp cloth and then dry.
Interior	Regular cleaning is recommended. Wash all compartments a baking soda solution or a
	mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry.
After cleaning	Please verify that the power cord is not damaged, power plug is not overheated, or
	power plug is well inserted into the power consent.
Warning	Always remove power cord from the wall outlet prior to cleaning in the vicinity of
	electrical parts (lamps, switches, controls, etc.).
	Wipe up excess moisture with a sponge or cloth to prevent water or liquid from
	getting into any electrical part and causing an electric shock.
	Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, coarse abrasive cleaners, strong alkaline
	solutions, flammable or toxic cleaning liquids on any surface.
	Do not touch frozen surfaces with wet or damp hands, because damp object will stick
	or adhere to extremely cold surfaces.

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				Care and maintenance
		0		0 Suggestion on food storage
		Trouble shooting
		Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense.
		This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective
		workmanship or materials in this appliance.
	Occurrence	Possible cause		Solution
	Runing of
	refrigerator
	Refrigerator	Refrigerator control is off.		Set refrigerator control. See setting the
	compressor			controls.
	does not run.
		Refrigerator is in defrost cycle.		This is normal for a fully automatic
				defrosting refrigerator. The defrost
				cycle occurs periodically.
		Plug at wall outlet is disconnected.		Make sure plug is tightly pushed into
				outlet.
		Power outage. Check house lights.		Call local electric company.
	Refrigerator	Refrigerator is larger than the previous		This is normal. Larger, more efficient
	runs too much	one you owned.		units run longer in these conditions.
	or too long	Room or outside weather is hot.		It is normal for the refrigerator to work
				longer under these conditions.
		Refrigerator has recently been		It takes some hours for the refrigerator
		disconnected for a period of time.		to cool down completely.
		Large amounts of warm or hot food		Warm food will cause the refrigerator to
		may have been stored recently.		run longer until the desired temperature
				is reached.
		Doors are opened too frequently or too		Warm air entering the refrigerator
		long.		causes it to run longer. Open the door
				less often.
		Refrigerator or freezer door may be		Make sure the refrigerator is level.
		slightly open.		Keep food and containers from
				blocking door. See problem section.
				OPENING/CLOSING of doors.
		Refrigerator control is set too cold.		Set the refrigerator control to a
				warmer setting until the refrigerator
				temperature is satisfactory.
		Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty,		Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the
		worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.		door seal will cause refrigerator to run
				longer in order to maintain desired
				temperatures.
		Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator		This is normal. Refrigerator goes on and
		at a constant temperature.		off to keep the temperature constant.

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Occurrence			Possible cause	Solution
Refrigerator			Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator	This is normal. The refrigerator goes on
compressor			at a constant temperature.	and off to keep the temperature constant.
does not run.
Temperatures are
too cold
Temperature in the			Freezer control is set too cold	Set the freezer control to a warmer
freezer is too cold				setting until the freezer temperature is
but the refrigerator				satisfactory.
temperature is
satisfactory.
Temperature in the			Refrigerator control is set too cold.	Set the refrigerator control to a
refrigerator is too				warmer setting
cold and the freezer
temperature
is satisfactory.
Food stored in			Refrigerator control is set too cold.	See above solution.
drawers freezes.
Meat stored in			Meat should be stored at a temperature	It is normal for ice crystals to form due
fresh meat			just below the freezing point of water (32˚F,	to the moisture content of meat.
drawer freezes.			0˚C) for maximum fresh storage time.
Temperatures
are too warm
Temperatures in			Freezer control is set too warm.	Set the freezer or refrigerator control to
the refrigerator				a colder setting until the freezer or
or freezer are				refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.
too warm.
			Refrigerator control is set too warm.	Set the freezer or refrigerator control to a
			Refrigerator control has some effect on	colder setting until the freezer or
			freezer temperature.	refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.
			Doors are opened too frequently or too	Warm air enters the refrigerator/ freezer
			long.	whenever the door is opened.
				Open the door less often.
			Door is slightly open.	Close the door completely.
			Large amounts of warm or hot food	Wait until the refrigerator or freezer
			may have been stored recently.	has a chance to reach its selected
				temperature.
			Refrigerator has recently been	A refrigerator requires some hours to
			disconnected for a period of time.	cool down completely.
Temperature in the			Refrigerator control is set too warm.	Set the refrigerator control to a colder
refrigerator				setting.
is too warm but
the freezer
temperature is
satisfactory.
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Occurrence		Possible cause	Solution
Sound and noise
Louder sound		Today’s refrigerators have increased	It is normal for sound levels to be higher.
levels when		storage capacity and maintain more
refrigerator is on.		even temperatures.
Louder sound		Refrigerator operates at higher pressures	This is normal. The sound will level off as
levels when		during the start of the ON cycle.	the refrigerator continues to run.
compressor
comes on.
Vibrating or		Floor is uneven or weak.	Be sure floor is level and solid and can
rattling noise.		Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is	adequately support refrigerator.
		moved slightly.
		Items placed on the top of the refrigerator	Remove items.
		are vibrating.
		Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in	It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly.
		the refrigerator.	Move dishes slightly.
			Make sure refrigerator is level and firmly
			set on floor.
		Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets.	Move refrigerator so that it does not
			touch the wall or refrigerator.
Water/Moisture
/Ice inside
refrigerator
Moisture collects		The weather is hot and humid which	This is normal.
on the inside walls		increases the rate of frost buildup
of the refrigerator.		and internal sweating.
		Door is slightly open.	See problem section opening/closing of
			doors.
		Door is opened too often or too long.	Open the door less often.
Water/Moisture
/Ice outside
refrigerator
Moisture forms		Weather is humid.	This is normal in humid weather.
on the outside of			When humidity is lower, the moisture
the refrigerator			should disappear.
or between doors.
		Door is slightly open,causing cold air	This time, close the door completely.
		from the inside the refrigerator to meet
		warm air from the outside.

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Occurrence		Possible cause	Solution
Odors in refrigerator
		Interior needs to be cleaned.	Clean interior with sponge,warm water
			and baking soda.
		Food with strong odor is in the refrigerator.	Cover food completely.
		Some containers and wrapping materials	Use a different container or brand of
		produce odors.	wrapping materials.
Opening/Closing of
doors/Drawers
Door(s) will not		Food package is keeping door open.	Move packages that keep door from
close.			closing.
Door(s) will not		Door was closed too hard, causing other	Close both doors gently.
close.		door to open slightly.
		Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the	Adjust the height adjusting screw.
		floor when it is moved slightly.
		Floor is uneven or weak.	Be sure floor is level and can adequately
		Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it	support refrigerator.
		is moved slightly.	Contact carpenter to correct sagging or
			sloping floor.
		Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets.	Move refrigerator..
Drawers are		Food is touching shelf on top of the	Keep less food in drawer.
difficult to move.		drawer
		Track that drawer slides on is dirty.	Clean drawer and track.
Dispenser
Dispenser will not		Ice storage bin is empty.	When the first supply of ice is dropped
dispense ice			into the bin, the dispenser should operate.
		Freezer temperature is set too warm.	Turn the freezer control to a higher
			setting so that ice cubes will be made.
			When the first supply of ice is made,
			the dispenser should operate.
		Household water line valve is not open.	Open household water line valve and
			allow sufficient time for ice to be made.
			When ice is made, dispenser should
			operate.
		Refrigerator or freezer door is not closed.	Be sure both doors are closed.

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Occurrence

Possible cause

Solution

Dispenser will

Ice has melted and frozen around auger

Remove ice storage bin, and thaw and

not dispense

due to infrequent use, temperature

the contents. Clean bin, wipe dry and

ice.

fluctuations and/or power outrages.

replace in proper position.

When new ice is made, dispenser should

operate.

Ice dispenser

Ice cubes are jammed between the ice

Remove the ice cubes that are jamming

is jammed.

maker arm and back of the bin.

the dispenser.

Ice cubes are frozen together.

Use the dispenser often so that cubes do

not freeze together.

Ice cubes that have been purchased or

Only the ice cubes made by the ice maker

made in some other way have been

should be used with the dispenser.

used in the dispenser.

Dispenser will

Household water line valve is not open.

Open household water line valve.

not dispense

See problem “Ice maker is not making

water.

any ice.”

Refrigerator or freezer door is not closed.

Be sure both doors are closed.

Water has an

Water has been in the tank for too long.

Draw and discard 7 glasses of water

odd taste

to freshen the supply. Draw and discard

and/or odor.

an additional 7 glasses to completely rinse

out tank.

Unit not properly connected to cold

Connect unit to cold water line which

water line.

supplies water to kitchen faucet.

Sound of ice

This sound is normally made when automatically made ice is dropped into ice storage

dropping

bin. Volume may vary according to refrigerator’s location.

Sound of water

This sound is normally made when ice maker is supplied with water after dropping

supply

the automatically made ice.

Other

Please thoroughly read ‘Automatic ice maker and dispenser’ in this manual.

DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE

1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a

product it means the product is covered by the European Directive

2002/96/EC.

2.All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4.For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

• Information of fluorinated greenhouse gases	Chemical name	Composition of Gases	Total GWP (kg CO2-eq)
used as refrigerant of this refrigerator.	R-134a	100% HFC-134a	1300

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