LG GP-5D906BSL Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
BOTTOM FREEZER FRIDGE
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
GP-5D906BSL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 PRODUCT FEATURES
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
7 COMPONENTS
7 Fridge Exterior 8 Fridge Interior
9 INSTALLATION
9 Installation Overview 10 Unpacking Your Fridge 10 Choosing the Proper Location 10 - Flooring 11 - Ambient Temperature 11 How to Remove the Fridge Door 16 How to Remove the Freezer Door 16 Height Adjustment 16 - Fridge Door Height Adjustment 17 - If the heights of the Freezer doors are
different 18 Connecting the Water Line 18 - Before You Begin 18 - Water Pressure 18 Turning On the Power
19 HOW TO USE
19 Before Use 20 Control Panel 20 - Control Panel Features 28 In-Door Ice Bin 28 - Removing the In-Door Ice Bin 28 - Refitting the In-Door Ice Bin
29 Automatic Icemaker 31 Ice and Water Dispenser 32 Storing Food 32 - Food Preservation Location 34 - Food Storage Tips 34 - Storing Frozen Food 35 Adjusting the Fridge Shelves 35 - Removing the Shelf 35 - Refitting the Shelf 36 - Using the Folding Shelf 36 - When Closing the Door 37 Big Fresh Zone 37 - Removal of the Big Fresh Zone drawer 37 - Refitting the Big Fresh Zone drawer 38 How to remove and refit the vegetable
box 39 Extra Space (Multi collection corner) 39 Fridge Basket 39 Dairy Corner 39 Door-In-Door 40 - Door-In-Door Shelf Disassembly 41 Adjustable Moving Basket 41 Freezer Drawer 41 - Freezer Drawer Removal 42 - Refitting the Freezer Drawer 42 Freezer/Fridge Basket
43 MAINTENANCE
43 Cleaning 44 Replacing the Pure N Fresh filter 45 Replacing the Water Filter
46 SMART DIAGNOSIS
46 Using Smart Diagnosis
47 TROUBLESHOOTING
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PRODUCT FEATURES
PRODUCT FEATURES
* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
DOOR ALARM
The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent fridge malfunctioning that could occur if a fridge door or freezer door remains open. If a fridge door or freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds, a warning alarm sounds in 30 second intervals until it is closed.
EXPRESS FREEZE
The freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour period before automatically resuming normal operation. The freezer display temperature will not change when Express Freeze is engaged. It will also enhance ice production whilst it is on.
AUTO CLOSING HINGE
The fridge doors close automatically with a slight push. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle less than 30°.)
FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER
The water dispenser dispenses plumbed, chilled water. The ice dispenser can dispense cubed or crushed ice.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always
read and obey
all safety messages.
WARNING
Death or Serious injury can occur if you do not follow instructions.
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following.
Power
NEVER unplug your fridge by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight
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out from the outlet. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
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similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
Do not use an uncertified power outlet.
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Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.
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Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.
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Installation
Contact an authorized service center when you install or relocate the fridge.
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When moving your fridge away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
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Connect this product to a dedicated grounded electric outlet conforming with the rating prior to use. It
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is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet. Do not install the fridge where there may be a danger of it falling. Installation on a non sturdy timber
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floor may cause difficulty in door alignment and cause the cabinet to deform. Connect to potable water supply only.
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Use
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the fridge doors or shelves in the fridge. They could
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damage the fridge and seriously injure themselves. Where fitted, do not place heavy objects on the dispenser of the fridge or hang onto it.
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Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles or vases with liquid) on the fridge.
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Do not put live animals inside of the fridge.
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Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in or out of use.
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In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized service center
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before use. Do not touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the fridge. In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the fridge. Ventilate sufficiently
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and contact an authorized service center. Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the fridge or
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store them inside the fridge. Do not place the fridge in the vicinity of flammable gas.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can cause death or serious injury to you or others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
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- staff kitchen areas, offices and other working environments;
- and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
- catering and similar non-retail applications. it is not intended for commercial applications. Do not use this product for special purposes or mobile applications (storage of medicine or test materials
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or on ships, etc). Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the fridge.
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If the fridge is fitted with light bulbs and require replacing, unplug the fridge or turn off the power before
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doing so. Do not modify or extend the power cord.
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Do not use a hair dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove any interior odor.
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For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked
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by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Do not use an outlet that can be turned off via a remote switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the
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user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
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Do not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.
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Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke.
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Turn the power off if dust or water from above or below penetrates into the fridge. Call a service agent.
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Do not disassemble or modify the fridge.
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Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the fridge.
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Do not operate the fridge or touch the power cord with wet hands.
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In fridges with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or
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with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice­making mechanism while the fridge is plugged in.
When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.
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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your fridge is
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in operation. Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or beverage cans in the freezer.
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Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
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mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. It may result in serious health issues.
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If you are throwing away your old fridge, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper disposal by
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a qualified servicer. If you release CFC coolant, you may be fined or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant environmental law.
Disposed or abandoned fridges are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When
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disposing the fridge, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
If the refrigerant gas has leaked, do not touch the fridge or the power outlet and ventilate the room
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immediately. A spark could trigger an explosion causing a fire or burns. Because this fridge uses natural gas (isobutene, R600a) as the environment-friendly refrigerant, even a small amount (50~90g) is combustible. If gas leaks from severe damage during delivering, installing or using the fridge, any spark may cause fire or burns.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Installation
The fridge must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were taped to the
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front of the fridge. Be careful when you unpack and install the fridge. Immediately dispose of packing materials (plastic) out
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of reach of children. The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source. Do not store or install the fridge outdoors or anywhere that is directly or indirectly exposed to weathering conditions, or indoor in direct sunlight.
During use
Close the doors carefully when children are around.
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Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small.
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Be careful closing doors when children are in the area. If food is stacked or stored poorly on the shelves, it may fall and cause injury when the door is opened.
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Do not move fridge while the fridge is operating. A Compressor rattling noise may occur as a result and
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will only stop when the compressor cycles off, or when the power to the unit is turned off and back on again. (This is normal and will not impact on the performance or the life of the compressor. The rattling will stop after the compressor comes to a rest.)
Maintenance
Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft fabric.
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Wipe foreign objects (dust, water, etc) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas before
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connecting.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), natural gas with high environmental compatibility, 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. Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. 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 may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 1m
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in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance. Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.
WARNING
Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
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Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those
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recommended by the manufacturer. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
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Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they
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are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures.
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When disposal, please consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person.
WARNING
Use drinkable water for ice making.
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COMPONENTS
COMPONENTS
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your fridge. Page references are included for your convenience.
*The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.
Fridge Exterior (Applicable to some models only)
LED Display
Displays the fridge and freezer’s target temperature, the water filter condition and the dispenser status.
Door in Door release Button
Fridge
Freezer
Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser
Dispenses purified water and ice.
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COMPONENTS
Fridge Interior (Applicable to some models only)
LED interior lamps
The interior lamps light up the inside of the fridge.
Shelf
Dairy Product Bin
Used to preserve dairy products.
Fridge Basket
Shelf
Freezer Basket
Pure N Fresh Filter
Door-In-Door
Folding Shelf
Big Fresh Zone
Freezer Basket
Extra Space
DrawerDrawer
Indoor Ice Bin
Ice cubes are automatically produced.
Water Filter
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.
1 Unpacking your
fridge
3 Connecting the
water supply and water line
2 Choosing the proper
location
4 Leveling and Door
Alignment
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INSTALLATION
Choosing the Proper Location
Select a place where a water supply can be
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easily connected for the automatic icemaker.
The fridge should always be plugged into its
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own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 230~240 Volts, 50 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Unpacking Your Fridge
WARNING
Use two or more people to move and install
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the fridge. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Your fridge is heavy. When moving the fridge
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for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the fridge straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the fridge when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur. Wind the leveling feet up first so that the unit is on its rollers.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such
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as gasoline, away from the fridge. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your fridge before using. Do not remove any warning­type labels, the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the front of the fridge.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your fridge.
Fridge shelves are installed in the shipping position. Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.
Flooring
To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be leveled and installed on a solidly constructed floor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling legs to the left to raise the unit or to the right to lower it. Poorly constructed timber flooring can cause a limit in door adjustment and the cabinet to become out of shape. (See Leveling and door AlIgnment.)
NOTE
Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended.
NOTE
The water pressure must be 20 – 120 psi or 138 – 827 kPa or 1.4 – 8.4 kgf/cm². If the fridge is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 20 psi), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the fridge in a wet or damp area. do not install in any outdoor or sheltered outdoor location or direct sunlight.
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INSTALLATION
Ambient Temperature
Install this appliance in an indoor area where the temperature is between 13°C and 43°C. If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high, the cooling ability may be adversely affected.
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Place your appliance where it is easy to 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 5 cm from the rear wall.
4
To avoid vibrations, the appliance must be leveled.
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Don’t install the appliance below 5°C. It may affect the performance.
5 cm
60 cm
Removing the Left Fridge Door
How to Remove the Fridge Door
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The water supply is connected to the upper right part of the rear surface of the
fridge. Remove the Collet locking clip. then firmly push down on the outer Collet and then pull the supply hose up whilst keeping the Collet pushed down to detach the water supply line as shown in
.
NOTE
Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only when removing the left fridge door.
Collet
2
Remove the screw from the hinge cover at the top of the fridge. Lift the hook
(not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover
with a flat-head
screwdriver.
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INSTALLATION
3
Remove the cover and pull out the tube . Disconnect all wire harnesses
.
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Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise
. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge
lever latch.
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.
Hinge Lever Latch
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Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.
CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.
Removing the Right Fridge Door
1
Remove the top hinge cover screw . Lift the hook (not visible), located at the
bottom of the front side of the cover
,
with a flat-head screwdriver.
2
Detach the wire harness .
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INSTALLATION
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the hinge lever latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.
Hinge Lever Latch
3
Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top hinge
free of the hinge
lever latch.
4
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.
CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.
NOTE
1) Gently insert the tube until only one line shows on the tube.
(Correct)
(Incorrect)
2) Pull the tube to make sure that the tube is tightly fastened.
Collet
Tube
Insert Line
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INSTALLATION
Install the right-side door first.
1
Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower
the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure.
2
Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
Refitting the Right Fridge Door
Hinge Lever Latch
4
Make sure that the door-switch located inside the cover is tightly connected.
Position the cover in its place. Insert and tighten the cover screw
.
3
Connect the wire harness .
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INSTALLATION
Install the left fridge door after the right door is installed.
1
Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Install
the fridge door onto the middle hinge.
2
Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
clockwise
and fasten the hinge.
Refitting the Left Fridge Door
3
Connect all the wire harnesses.
Hinge Lever Latch
4
Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case and pull it through the
backplate.
5
Hold the water supply connection and gently push in the collet to connect the
water supply line as shown in
. Insert
the tube at least
5
/8 inch (15 mm) into the
connector.
6
Make sure that the door-switch located inside the cover is tightly connected. Place
the cover
in its position and tighten the
cover screw .
Collet
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INSTALLATION
Height Adjustment
Leveling the doors may not be possible when the floor is not leveled, or is of weak or poor construction. The fridge is heavy and should be installed on a rigid and solid surface. Some Timber flooring may cause levelling difficulties if it flexes excesively.
Fridge Door Height Adjustment
If the left side door is lower, lift the left
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side door, and turn the hinge bolt using the spanner as in the drawing. (for upper fridge doors, use spanner
1
.)
If the right side door is lower, lift the right
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side door, and use a pair of long nose pliers (not supplied) to additionally insert
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a snap ring until the heights are balanced as in the drawing.
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Remove the door by raising it from the lower hinge.
How to Remove the Freezer Door (TURN OFF THE MAIN POWER. Same procedure for left and right doors)
1
Remove the inner hinge bolt.
2
Twist the hinge to raise the pivoting end so that the door can be lifted off.
Lower hinge
Refrigeration
left hand door
Height difference
Refrigeration
right hand door
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If the heights of the Freezer doors are different
Method 1 is recommended.
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For freezer doors, use spanner
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2
.
1
(Method 1)
Open the door, and adjust the height by screwing the nut above the foot with the
2
spanner.
2
(
Method 2, only allows a maximum of 3mm
of adjustment)
(1) Use the wider side of the number
2
spanner to turn locking nut (
)
clockwise to unscrew the locking nut.
(2) Use the narrower side of the spanner to
turn the adjustment hinge pin (
) clockwise or ( ) counterclockwise, and adjust the gap difference between the fridge and the freezer door.
(3) After the door heights are adjusted,
completely tighten the locking nut (
)
counterclockwise.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the hinge pin height level too much. The hinge pin can fall out. (Range of height adjustment : Max. 3mm)
Height difference
Locking nut
Adjustment hinge pin
Lower door
Lift door
Unscrew nut
Tighten nut
Spanner
Lower door
Lift doorLift door
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INSTALLATION
Connecting the Water Line
Before You Begin
This water line installation is not covered by the fridge warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to fridge parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the fridge.
If you use your fridge before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the OFF (O) position.
Water Pressure
A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi (140 and 827kPa) on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 psi (250 and 827 kPa) on models with a water filter.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, this water line installation is not covered by the fridge warranty. Follow the following instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 and 60 psi (280 and 420 kPa), less than 2.0~3.0 sec. to fill a cup of 7 oz (200 cc) capacity.
CAUTION
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.
CAUTION
To prevent burns and product damange, only connect the fridge water line to a cold water supply.
Turning On The Power
Plug in the fridge.
CAUTION
Connect to a rated power outlet.
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Have a certified electrician check
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the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding.
Do not damage or cut off the ground
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terminal of the power plug.
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HOW TO USE
HOW TO USE
Before use
Clean the fridge.
Clean your fridge thoroughly and wipe off all dust that may have accumulated during shipping.
NOTE
Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dishwashing detergent.
CAUTION
Do not scratch the fridge with a sharp object or use a detergent that
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contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape or adhesive from the fridge,. Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information
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on the rear surface of the fridge.
Connect the power supply.
Check if the power supply is connected before use. Read the “Turning On The Power” section. (Your plug type might be different from the picture.)
CAUTION
Putting food in the fridge before it has cooled could cause the food to spoil, or a bad odor could remain inside the fridge.
Wait for the fridge to cool.
Allow your fridge to run for at least three to four hours before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling.
The fridge makes a loud noise after initial operation.
This is normal. The loudness will decrease as the temperature lowers.
Before Plugging in, open the fridge doors to ventilate the interior.
The inside of the fridge may smell like plastic at first. Remove any adhesive tape from inside the fridge and open the fridge doors for ventilation until any odors have subsided.
CAUTION
Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water supply may cause the fridge to malfunction.
Turn off the icemaker if the fridge is not yet connected to the water supply.
Turn off the automatic icemaker and then plug the power plug of the fridge into the grounded electric outlet.
* This is applicable only to certain models.
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HOW TO USE
Control Panel (Applicable to some models only)
Control Panel Features
For easy viewing of the display, the background lamp is lit in the following cases.
When you turn on the power
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When you press a button or touch the LCD
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display window When you open any of the refrigerator’s doors
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While the panel background lamp is OFF, if you press any button, the panel background lamp will illuminate but the status of the settings will not change until a button is pressed again or the LCD display window is touched again.
For power saving, the display window lamp is automatically turned OFF in the following cases.
1 minute after power ON
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20 seconds after opening and closing any of
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the refrigerator’s doors If there is no further button activity for 20
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seconds after pressing a button.
Panel background lamp
When power saving is in operation, display window is turned OFF except the ice maker (ON/OFF)
For LCD display window, when you wipe the display window with a dry cloth, etc. for cleaning, due to the characteristics of LCD inside the display window, black lines may show temporarily. It will disappear shortly, and it is not a disorder.
LED Display (Touch Button)
LCD Display
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