OWNER'S MANUAL
FRIDGE & FREEZER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS |
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE........................................................... |
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WARNING............................................................................................................ |
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CAUTION ............................................................................................................. |
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INSTALLATION |
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Before Installation ........................................................................................... |
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Removing the Fridge and Freezer Door........................................................ |
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Connecting the Water Line ............................................................................. |
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Levelling and Door Alignment........................................................................ |
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Turning on the Power...................................................................................... |
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Moving the Appliance for Relocation ............................................................ |
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OPERATION |
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Before Use ........................................................................................................ |
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Product Features.............................................................................................. |
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Control Panel .................................................................................................... |
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Ice and Water Dispenser................................................................................. |
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Automatic Icemaker ........................................................................................ |
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InstaView........................................................................................................... |
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Door in Door ..................................................................................................... |
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Drawer............................................................................................................... |
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Extra Space ....................................................................................................... |
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Shelf ................................................................................................................... |
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Door Basket ...................................................................................................... |
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SMART FUNCTIONS |
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LG ThinQ Application....................................................................................... |
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Smart Diagnosis ............................................................................................... |
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MAINTENANCE |
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Cleaning ............................................................................................................ |
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Water Filter ....................................................................................................... |
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TROUBLESHOOTING |
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Before Calling for Service................................................................................ |
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4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance.
The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below.
This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk.
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage to the product.
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:
•This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
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responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
-farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
-bed and breakfast type environments;
-catering and similar non-retail applications.
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This symbol alerts you to flammable materials that can ignite and cause a fire if you do not take care.
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•This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), but it is also combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged.
•The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures. Consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person before disposing of them.
•Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
•If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the outlet socket is loose, do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre.
•Do not locate multiple portable outlet sockets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
•Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely removing any moisture and dust.
•Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet socket.
•Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the builtin structure, clear of obstruction.
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•Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
•Do not tilt the appliance to pull or push it when transporting.
•When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
•Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
•Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a candle inside to remove the odours.
•Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator.
•Make sure not to get a body part such as a hand or foot stuck while moving the appliance.
•Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the appliance interior or exterior.
•Do not spray water or inflammable substances (toothpaste, alcohol, thinner, benzene, flammable liquid, abrasive, etc.) over the interior or exterior of the appliance to clean it.
•Do not clean the appliance with brushes, cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material.
•Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
•If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes. In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance is used should correspond to the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 1 m² in size for every 8 g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance.
•Refrigerant leaking out of the pipes could ignite or cause an explosion.
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•The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance.
•This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
•Install the appliance on a firm and level floor.
•Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, rain, or temperatures below freezing.
•Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from heating appliances such as stoves or heaters.
•Be careful not to expose the rear of the appliance when installing.
•Install the appliance in a place where it is easy to unplug the power plug of the appliance.
•Be careful not to let the appliance door fall during assembly or disassembly.
•Be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cable during assembly or disassembly of the appliance door.
•Be careful not to point the power plug up or let the appliance lean against the power plug.
•Do not connect a plug adapter or other accessories to the power plug.
•Do not modify or extend the power cable.
•Ensure that the outlet socket is properly grounded, and that the earth pin on the power cord is not damaged or removed from the power plug. For more details on grounding, inquire at an LG Electronics customer information centre.
•This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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•Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.
•Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause suffocation.
•Do not plug the appliance into a multi socket adapter which does not have a power cable (mounted).
•The appliance should be connected to a dedicated power line which is separately fused.
•Do not use a multi socket outlet which is not properly grounded (portable). In case of using a properly-grounded multi socket outlet (portable), use the multi socket outlet with the current capacity of the power cord rating or higher and use the multi socket outlet only for the appliance.
•Do not use the appliance for any purpose (storage of medical or experimental materials or shipping) other than any domestic household food storage use.
•If water penetrates electrical parts of the appliance, disconnect power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre.
•Unplug the power plug during a severe thunderstorm or lightening or when not in use for a long period of time.
•Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands.
•Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.
•Immediately unplug the power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you detect a strange sound, odour, or smoke coming from the appliance.
•Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the cold air, cover or heat releasing grille on the back.
•Do not apply excessive force or impact to the back cover of the appliance.
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•Be careful of nearby children when you open or close the appliance door. The door may bump the child and cause injury.
•Avoid the danger of children getting trapped inside the appliance. A child trapped inside the appliance can cause suffocation.
•Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance. ENGLISH
•Do not place heavy or fragile objects, containers filled with liquid, combustible substances, flammable objects (such as candles, lamps, etc.), or heating devices (such as stoves, heaters, etc.) on the appliance.
•Do not place any electronic appliance (such as heater and mobile phone) inside the appliance.
•If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.), do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately. This appliance uses a refrigerant gas (isobutane, R600a). Although it uses a small amount of the gas, it is still combustible gas. Gas leakage during appliance transport, installation or operation can cause fire, explosion or injury if sparks are caused.
•Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances (ether, benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance.
•When discarding the appliance, remove the door gasket while leaving the shelves and baskets in place and keep children away from the appliance.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of minor injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:
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•Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands. It may cause frostbite.
•Do not place glass containers, bottles or cans (especially those containing carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment, shelves or ice bin that will be exposed to temperatures below freezing.
•The tempered glass on the front side of the appliance door or the shelves can be damaged by an impact. If it is broken, do not touch it with hands.
•Do not hang from the appliance doors, storage room, shelf or climb up into it.
•Do not store an excessive amount of water bottles or containers for side dishes on the door baskets.
•Do not open or close the appliance door with excessive force.
•If the hinge of the appliance door is damaged or operates improperly, stop using the appliance and contact an authorized service centre.
•Prevent animals from nibbling on the power cable or water hose.
•Never eat frozen foods immediately after they have been taken out in the freezer compartment.
•Make sure not to get a hand or foot stuck upon opening or closing the appliance door or door in door.
•Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. They may shatter if exposed to sudden temperature changes.
•Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall.
•To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics customer information centre.
•Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin in the freezer compartment during an extended power outage.
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Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in the degradation of freezing capability and increased electricity costs. Allow over 50 mm of clearance between the back of the appliance and the wall when installing the appliance.
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•The appliance is designed to operate within a limited range of ambient temperatures, depending on the climate zone.
•The internal temperatures could be affected by the location of the appliance, the ambient temperature, the frequency of door opening and so on.
•The climate class can be found on the rating label.
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+16 - +38 |
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*Australia, India, Kenya
**Argentina
NOTE
•The appliances rated from SN to T are intended to be used at an ambient temperature between 10 ºC and 43 ºC.
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•You can determine what type of appliance it is by looking at the label inside the appliance.
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*1 This feature is only available on some models.
aSpanner A*1
bSpanner B*1
cC-Clip (Snap Ring)*1
dWater Filter
eWater Tube
fTube Connector and Clip*1
gTube Connector and Valve*1
at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a flat-head screwdriver.
1 The water supply line is connected to the top right part at the back of the appliance. Hold the water supply connection and gently push the collet a to detach the water supply line then unscrew the plastic tube cover for easy tube removal and reinstallation.
If your entrance door is too narrow for the appliance to pass through, remove the appliance doors and pass the appliance laterally.
WARNING
•Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing, removing the doors, or cleaning the appliance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death, fire or electric shock.
2 Pull out the tube b. Unscrew the ground wire c. Disconnect all wire harnesses d.
3 Rotate the hinge lever ecounterclockwise. Lift the top hinge ffree of the hinge lever latch g.
Remove the screws from the hinge cover at the top of the appliance. Lift the hook (not visible), located
CAUTION
•When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. It is recommended that two or more people carry out the door removal and refitting.
4 Lift the left fridge door until it is free of the middle hinge assembly.
CAUTION
•Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inner side facing up.
1 Disconnect all wire harnesses a.
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2 Rotate the hinge lever bclockwise. Lift the top hinge c free of the hinge lever latch d.
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CAUTION
•When lifting the hinge free of the hinge lever latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. It is recommended that two or more people carry out the door removal and refitting.
3 Lift the right fridge door until it is free of the middle hinge assembly.
CAUTION
•Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inner side facing up.
1 Remove the two hinge bolts.
•The number of wire harnesses may vary depending on the model.
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2 Twist the hinge to raise the pivoting end so that the door can be lifted off. Lift the door off the lower hinge pin and remove it.
3 Remove the door by lifting it off the lower hinge pin.
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•If the water tube end is damaged, it should be trimmed to ensure it does not leak when refitted.
e Not straight f Damaged g Stretched
Refit the doors in the reverse sequence of their removal once the appliance has been passed through all access doors.
CAUTION
• Install the right fridge door first.
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•Disassembling/Assembling the water lines.
aCollet bTube cInsert line dClip
•Gently insert the tube until only one of the tube’s lines is visible. Pull on the tube to make sure that it is tightly fastened.
This section is applied only to models with plumbed water or ice dispenser.
A cold water supply with water pressure between 138 kPa and 827 kPa (1.4-8.4 kgf/cm²) is required to operate the water dispenser. If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 138 kPa), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.
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 138 kPa to 827 kPa (1.4-8.4 kgf/ cm²)
WARNING
•Unplug the appliance before carrying out any work on connecting the water line. Failure to do so may cause electric shock.
•Only connect the water line to a cold water supply. Failure to do so may cause the water filter to malfunction. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to appliance parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding.
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•Connect to potable water supply only.
•Connecting the water line must only be installed by a qualified plumber and in accordance with local legislation and regulations governing water quality.
2 Ensure that the rubber washer is fitted to the inside of the tap connector before screwing it onto the tap.
•A separate connector or adaptor may need to be purchased if your tap fitting does not match the thread size of the connector provided.
NOTE
•This water line installation is not covered by the appliance warranty.
1 Unscrew the metal threaded collar nut at the back of the appliance and place it over one end of the water tube.
2 Firmly push the water tube onto the water inlet valve and tighten up the collar nut.
This feature is only available on some models.
1 Push the water tube into the hole of the tap connector supplied in the accessories. The pipe should be held firmly whilst the connector is pushed onto the pipe.
1 Turn on the water supply and switch on the appliance. Carefully check all fittings for possible leaks due to poorly fitted hoses.
2 Press and hold the Water Filter button for three seconds. The new water filter has been activated.
3 Place a cup under the water dispenser to verify that water is flowing through the appliance.
4 Check the connecting tube and joints for leaks once again.
When the appliance doors appear to be uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors.
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•The spanner may differ depending on the model. You will be provided with either spanner type A or B.
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NOTE
-Spanner Type A
-Spanner Type B
If the door of the appliance is not level, adjust the difference in the height of appliance door.
1 Open the door and use the spanner a to loosen the keeper nut by turning it to the left.
The appliance has two front levelling legs. Adjust the legs to alter the tilt from front to back or side to side. If the appliance seems unsteady, or the doors do not close easily, adjust the appliance’s tilt using the instructions below.
It is quite normal for the appliance to have a backward lean even when the front legs are turned all the way.
Use the spanner ato adjust the height by turning the levelling leg to the left to raise it or to the right to lower it.
2 Use the spanner b to adjust the height by turning the adjustment hinge pin to the left or to the right.
CAUTION
•Do not adjust the height of the appliance door more than 3 mm.