LG GM-F208JSNP Owner's Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
BOTTOM FREEZER
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
MANUAL DE USUARIO
REFRIGERADOR
CON CONGELADOR INFERIOR
Lea detenidamente este manual antes de empezar
a utilizar el refrigerador y guárdelo como referencia
para el futuro.
Model Name/Nombre de Modelo **=color number/número de color
LFD20786**
GM-F208J*NP
GM-F208J*NM
P/No. MFL67700805
Rev-1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions 2-3
Requirements for Ground Connection 3
Parts and Features 4
Refrigerator Installation 5-12
Unpacking 5
Installation 5
Ho
w to remove and Install the
Refrigerator Doors, handle and drawers 6-11
Leveling and Door Alignment 12
Using your Refrigerator 13-20
Adjusting Control Settings 13-14
Automatic Icemaker 15
Food Storage Guide 16
Refrigerator Section
Water Dispenser 17
Refrigerator Shelves 18
Humidity Controlled Crisper 19
Glide ‘N’ Serve 19
Door Bins 20
Dairy Bin 20
Freezer Section
Durabase 20
Durabase Divider 20
Pullout Drawer 20
Water filter 21-24
Care and cleaning
General cleaning tips 25
Connecting the Water Line 27-2 9
Troubleshooting Guide 83-03
Warranty 39-40
Smart Diagnosis
41
25-26
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY MESSAGES
This manual contains several important safety notices. Always read and obey all of the following safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is a warning to potential dangers that could cause death, injury
or damage to you, others or the product. All safety messages will follow after this warning symbol and the
word “DANGER”, “CAUTION” or “WARNING”. These words mean:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
All safety messages inform you of potential danger, advise you on how to reduce the risk of injury and tell you what
can occur if the instructions are not followed.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal
injury, the following precaution measures should be
followed:
ţNEVER disconnect the refrigerator by pulling the
power cord, always grip the plug firmly and disconnect
it directly from the outlet.
ţImmediately repair or replace all faulty or damaged
service cables. Do not use cords that have cracks or
abrasion damage on the length of the cord or on the
plug.
ţWhen moving your refrigerator, take care not to roll
over the electrical cord.
ţDO NOT store or use gasoline or other combustible
liquids or vapors in proximity with this or any other
electrical appliance.
ţDO NOT store, use on it or in proximity, explosive and
/or flammable propellant substances such as; gasoline, aerosol cans or other combustible liquids or vapors in this or any other electrical appliance.
Keep your fingers away from areas in which they
ţ
can become caught, such as the doors, hinge
cabinets. Be careful closing the doors when children
are near.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or repairing.
ţ
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any repair
services be performed by a qualified professional.
ţBefore replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the
refrigerator or shut down the circuit breaker to avoid
contact with a live wire (the bulb could break while
being replaced). NOTE: Setting the control to the OFF
position does not disconnect the power from the light
bulb circuit.
ţDo not keep bottles in the freezer compartment, they
You may be killed or suffer fatal damage if you do not follow instructions.
You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury
or damage to the product.
WARNING
could explode after freezing and cause damage.
ţFor your safety, this product should be properly
grounded. Have a qualified professional check the
electrical circuit and outlet to ensure a proper ground
connection.
ţRead all instructions before utilizing the product. Utilize
this product only as explicitly expressed in this guide.
ţOnce the refrigerator is operating, avoid touching cold
surfaces of the freezer with damp or wet hands; the
skin could become adhered to these surfaces.
ţIn refrigerators with an automatic ice dispenser, avoid
contact with moving parts of the ejector mechanism
or with the heating mechanism that discharges the
cubes. DO NOT place your fingers or hands in the
ice dispenser mechanism while the refrigerator is
connected.
ţDO NOT refreeze foods which have already thawed.
The Department of Agriculture of the United States, in
your Bulletin of Home and Gardens No. 69 establishes
that:
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“...You can refreeze food that has thawed if they contain
ice crystals or are cold and below 40 °F (4 °C)”.
“...Ground beef, perishable food or seafood that is
discolored or has an unpleasant odor should not be
frozen or consumed. Consumption of melted ice cream
should also be avoided. If the odor or color of food is
questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to
consume”.
“Partial thawing or refreezing reduces the quality of the
food, especially fruit, vegetables and prepared meals.
The quality of red meat is less affected than other foods.
Use refrozen products as soon as possible in order to
maintain their quality”.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION
This appliance is not intended for use by children, persons with physical or mental disabilities, persons with reduced
sensory or mental capacity, or persons with lack of experience or know-how, unless they have supervision or instruction
in relation to the use of the appliance by the person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to
assure that they do not play with the appliance.
DANGER:
Children becoming trapped or suffocated is not
a problem of the past. Discarded and abandoned
refrigerators are a hazard, even if they remain there
“for just a few days”. If you would like to dispose of
your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions
CHILDREN MAY BECOME TRAPPED
BEFORE DISPOSING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER WHEN NO LONGER IN USE:
ţ Remove the doors.
ţ Leave the shelves in place so that children
cannot easily become stuck in them.
below to prevent any accidents.
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that
uses CFC’s (chlorofluorocarbons). CFC affects the
stratospheric layer of the ozone.
If you decide to throw out your old refrigerator, ensure
that CFC contaminants are properly disposed of by a
qualified professional. If you intentionally remove the
CFC refrigerant, you could be subject to fines or prison
in accordance with environmental legislation in effect.
REQUIREMENTS FOR GROUND CONNECTION
IMPORTANT: Attentively read the following.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
WARNING
FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must
be properly grounded. Have a qualified electrician
check your wall outlet to ensure that the plug is
grounded properly.
Type 1 Type 2
3 prong 3 prong Ensure
grounding type wall grounding type wall proper
receptacle. receptacle. ground
exists
before
use.
3 prong
grounding 3 prong
plug Ensure proper grounding
ground exists before use. plug
3 prong 2 prong
grounding type wall grounding type wall
receptacle. receptacle.
3 prong 2 prong
grounding grounding
plug
Ensure proper Ensure proper
ground exists before use. ground exists before use.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
Your refrigerator must always be plugged to its own
outlet which is adequately grounded. The energy current
should only be 115 V ~ 60 Hz, 127 V ~ 60 Hz or 220 V~
50/60 Hz, AC (according to the National rating type).
with a 15 A fuse for voltages between 115 and 127 V or
10 A to 220 V independent voltage protection system
from the main supply of your home. (The electrical
installation must be verified by a qualified technician).
This provides the best performance and prevents an
overload which could cause a fire from the overheating
of the cables.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Type 3 Type 4
It is recommended that a separate circuit
be used for this appliance, as well as a receptacle that
cannot be disconnected with a switch.
Do not use an extension cable. It is your responsibility
and obligation to replace two-prong outlets with that of
an adequately grounded three-prong outlet.
Do not, under any circumstance, cut or extract the third
prong from the plug.
NOTE: Before installation, cleaning or replacing light
bulbs, you must disconnect the appliance from the
power source. When
finished, plug the appliance back in
and adjust the thermostat to the desired position.
USE OF EXTENSION CABLES
We do not recommend the use of extension cables.
However, if you still choose to utilize an extension cable,
it is absolutely necessary that it is listed in the UL (in
the United States) or CSA (in Canada), that it supports
three-pronged plugs and that the electrical current
support a 15 A fuse for voltages between 115 and 127 V
or 10 A to 220 V. (Verify the electric specification of
your country.) The use of an extension cable will
increase the amount of space needed behind the
refrigerator.
WARNING
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
our service center or qualified LG technician to avoid
any risk.
REPLACING ELECTRICAL CABLE
WARNING
DO NOT USE MECHANICAL DEVICES
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to
accelerate the defrosting process, only those recommended by the manufacturer.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
A
B
C
D
M
E
F
G
L
D
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Read this section to familiarize yourself with the parts and features of your new refrigerator.
NOTE: This guide covers different models. Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed
below. The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model.
Refrigerator Light
A
Water Filter
B
Refrigerator Shelves
C
Modular Door Binsr
D
Humidity Controlled Crisper
E
Glide ‘N’ Serve
F
Automatic Icemaker
G
Ice Bin
H
Pullout Drawer
I
Durabaser
J
Durabase Divider
K
Dairy Bin
L
Water Tank Cover
M
* On some models
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
“This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
-Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments; farms houses and by clients in hotel, motels and others residential type environments.
-Bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-reatil applications.”
WARNING
Use the assistance of two or more persons to move or
install the refrigerator. Not following these instructions
may cause injury to the back and other parts of the
body.
UNPACKING
Before installing your refrigerator, remove any tape
or temporary stickers. Do not remove any stickers
that feature warnings, the model serial number or the
technical label of the product located on the back of the
refrigerator.
To remove adhesive tape residue, rub it well with your
fingers and a little liquid detergent. Clean with warm
water and let dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
liquids or abrasive cleaning products to remove the
adhesive
surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see
the section on “Important Safety Instructions”.
The shelves come already installed in their factory
position. Remove the shelves and replace them
according to your spacing needs.
Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is extremely heavy. Make sure you
protect the floor when moving your refrigerator for
cleaning or servicing. Always pull your refrigerator
straight out when moving it. Do not shift from side
to side or “walk” the refrigerator when attempting to
move it as this can cause damage to the floor.
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
tape or glue. These products can damage the
3. Install the refrigerator in an area between 55 °F
(13 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C). If the surrounding temperature
is lower or higher than previously mentioned, it can
adversely affect the unit.
CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat
sources, direct sunlight or humidity.
ONCE INSTALLED
1. Carefully clean your refrigerator and remove and dust
accumulated during shipping.
2. Install accessories such as the ice bin, door racks,
shelves, etc., in their proper places. These are already
packed to prevent any possible damage during
shipping.
3. Leave your refrigerator on for 2 to 3 hours before
storing food inside. Verify that there is a flow of cold air
in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling.
Your refrigerator is now re
WARNING:
ţTake care when working with the hinges, base cover
and stops, etc. You may injure yourself.
ţDO not place your hands or any tools in the air vents,
the base cover or in the bottom of the refrigerator. This
may cause injury or electrical shock.
ady for use.
INSTALLATION OF BASE GRILLE
Uninstalling or Replacing the Base Grille
1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of
your refrigerator (see Figure A).
2. Take off the cover.
Figure A
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Keep all flammable materials and vapors (such as
gasoline) away from the refrigerator. Not following
these instructions may cause death, explosion or fire
INSTALLATION
1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct
sunlight, or humidity.
2. To avoid vibration, the unit should be leveled. If needed,
adjust the leveling screws to compensate for an
unleveled floor. The front should be slightly taller than
the rear to ensure that the doors close properly. The
leveling screws can easily be turned by slightly tilting
the front of the refrigerator, turning the leveling screws
clockwise (
(
) to lower it.
) to raise it and counter-clockwise
Installing the Base Grille
1. Align the bottom cover and place in position. Insert
the 2 screws and twist in place (see Figure B).
Keep a Proper Distance from Adjacent
Objects
Please keep the refrigerator at an adequate
distance from other objects. Insufficient
spacing can reduce the refrigerator’s
freezing efficiency and increase electricity
consumption.
Figure B
(5.08 cm) 2”
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS
For moving the refrigerator through a house door, it might be necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door
handles.
NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow
opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.
3/8 in (10 mm)
1/4 in (6 mm)
Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver Flat Head Screwdriver Allen Wrench
HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
Removing Refrigerator Handle
Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in (2,5 mm). Allen
wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a 1/4 in (6,4 mm). Allen
wrench.
TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE
Set Screw
Allen
Wrench
1/4 in (6 mm)
3/32 in (2,5 mm)
Mounting
Fasteners
HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle
Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle
footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening
the set screws with a 3/32 in (2,5 mm) Allen wrench.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a
¼ in. Allen wrench.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow
opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.
HOW TO REMOVE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on
this page.
Removing Freezer Drawer Handle
Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the
handle with a 1/8 in (3,1 mm). Allen wrench and remove
the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a 1/4 in (6,4 mm). Allen
wrench.
HOW TO REPLACE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on
this page.
Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle
Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle
footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening
the set screws with a 1/8 in (3,1 mm). Allen wrench.
NOTE:
If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a 1/4 in (6,4 mm). Allen
wrench
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(4)
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
REMOVING AND REPLACING
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard:
Use two or more people to remove and install the
refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back
or other injury.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
ţDisconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury or death.
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vents or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be
injured or receive an electrical shock.
To remove the left refrigerator door:
On the back of the refrigerator, pull the water tube out of
the collet fitting on the connector by pressing the fitting
release ring (see picture below).
CAUTION: Before you begin, remove food and bins
from the doors.
1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).
2. Remove the cover.
3. Pull out the tube (3).
4. Disconnect all wire harnesses (4).
5. Remove the grounding screw (5).
6. Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise. Lift the top
hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).
CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch,
be careful that the door does not fall forward.
7. Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove
the door.
8. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
surface.
To remove the right refrigerator door:
1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).
2. Remove the cover.
3. Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift the top hinge
(4) free of the hinge lever latch (5).
CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
4. Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove
the door.
5. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
surface.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
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(3)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(5)
Reinstalling the Refrigerator Door
Left Door
1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (10).
2. Fit top hinge (7) over hinge lever latch (8) and into
place. Rotate lever (6) clockwise to secure hinge.
3. Install the grounding screw (5) and connect the two
wire harnesses (4).
4. Push the water tube (3) located at the top of the left
door into the hole beside the left hinge on the top of
the cabinet until it exits through the back.
5. Insert the water supply tube (3) into the connector
until you see only one scale mark. Fully insert the tube
over 5/8 in. (15 mm).
6. Hook tabs on left side of hinge cover (1) under the
edge of the top hinge (7) and position the cover in
place. Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).
Right Door
1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (9).
2. Fit top hinge (4) over hinge lever latch (5) and into
place. Rotate lever (3) counterclockwise to secure
hinge.
3. Hook the tabs on right side of hinge cover (2) under
the edge of the top hinge (4) and position the cover in
place. Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).
CAUTION
Collet
Tube
Scale Mark
(10)
(9)
After inserting, pull the tube to
make sure that it is secure and
reinsert the clip.
Clip
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
HOW TO REMOVE THE FREEZER DRAWER
WARNING: Use two or more people to remove and
install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in
back or other injury.
Press the tabs on each of the rail covers and lift them up
to separate from the rail assembly.
Remove the screws (2) of the rail on both sides.
2
Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up to separate
it from the rails.
With both hands, hold the center bar and push it in to
allow both rails to slide in simultaneously.
CAUTION: Do not hold the handle when removing or
replacing the drawer. The handle may come off and it
could cause personal injury.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
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HOW TO REPLACE THE FREEZER DRAWER
With both hands, pull out the center bar until the rail
is fully extended.
Hook the door support into the rail tabs on both sides.
1
2
With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the
lower basket (4) in the rail assembly.
4
WARNING: If the Durabase divider is removed, there is
enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside.
To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or
suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to touch or go
near the freezer drawer.
WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on freezer
drawer.
Lower the drawer into its final position and tighten the
screws (3) .
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT
Leveling
After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong
grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the final position.
Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs—one on the right
and one on the left. Adjust the legs to alter the tilt from frontto-back or side-to-side. If your refrigerator seems unsteady, or
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator’s
tilt using the instructions below:
NOTE: Tools Required: 11/16 in (18 mm) wrench or flat blade
screwdriver.
1. Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise 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.
Door Alignment
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the
instructions below to align the doors:
1. With one hand, lift up the
door that you would like to
raise at the middle hinge.
2. With your other hand, use pliers to insert snap ring as
shown.
3. Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned.
(Three snap rings are provided with the refrigerator in the
Use & Care Guide packet.)
NOTE: Having someone push backward against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off of the leveling legs. This
makes it easier to adjust the legs.
2. Open both doors again and check to make 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.
NOTE: Your refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food
doors. Either door can be opened or closed independently of
the other. You may have to exert slight pressure on the doors to
get them to close completely.
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