LG
Kimchi refrigerator
User's Guide
Model: GR-K09S
Please read this User's Guide carefully before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
Service center
Address:
P.O. BOX240007
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, AL 35824
Call:
1-800-243-0000
Web:
http://www.lgservice.com
P/NO.MFL30178801
Advantages of the product
Kimchi container with excelient
seaiing capability
• The Kimchi container with excellent
sealing capability helps maintain the
taste of Kimchi fresh.
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storing and fermenting at the
same time
• You can newly ferment the Kimchi on
the bottom compartment while storing
the Kimchi on the top compartment by
setting the top compartment to Store
and bottom compartment to Store or
Ferment. You various Kimchi storing
capabilities are possible by adjusting the
temperature (Min, Mid, Max) and you
can make the taste different for top and
bottom compartments when
fermenting at the same time.
Convenient raii type drawer
• The rail type drawer that can be easily
opened manually is very convenient for
storage.
Freshness for a long time with a
strong fan type
• By separately storing the Kimchi
container in each drawer and cooling
the container fast with a strong fan, the
freshness of the Kimchi is maintained
for a long time.
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Easy instailation
• With the design that blends well any
where in the Kitchen, the Kimchi
refrigerator can be installed at any
location where the temperature is
between 5°C and 43°C.
Convenient table type top plate
• You can adequately utilize the space on
the top plate by putting a microwave
oven or a rice cooker.
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Table of content
Safety precautions 4
Cautions during use 9
Installation method 10
Moving 12
Name of each part 13
Name and function of operating control parts 14
Using method of operating control parts 16
• How to store Cabbage Kimchi/
Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi...............................................16
• How to ferment Cabbage Kimchi/
Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi...............................................17
• How to store and ferment Cabbage Kimchi/
Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi...............................................18
Proper food storage 19
General knowledge about Kimchi ^
Not a problem...................................................................................22
Before
using
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Using
method
Checkpoints before requesting for service
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Customer rights................................................................................29
Product specification
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Guide
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Safety precautions
Safety precautions must be observed to prevent accident or injury.
Keep this manual in a convenient place where it is readily available for
reference.
A This symbol indicates a warning about a specific event or condition.
® To avoid any accidents, carefully read and follow this warning.
PI ► It can cause a major risk such as death or major injury.
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You must observe this warning.
Use a dedicated circuit.
Plugging in several products to the outlet
can cause a fire.
Unpiug the appiiance when cieaning it.
Do not puii the cord or handie the eiectric
cord with damp hands.
There is a danger of electric shock or fire
from short circuit.
Be sure that the power cord is connected
properiy and is not pinched by having the
appiiance pushed against it.
Do not allow the plug to become damaged
or get wet. It could cause a fire or an
electrical shock. ,—
Do not bend the power cord forcibiy.
Be sure it is not damaged by being under
a heavy object.
The power cord may be damaged and
cause a fire or electrical shock.
Do not extend or modify the length of the
power plug.
There is a danger of electric
shot of fire from ^
electrical damage to
the power line.
Unplug the appliance and wipe the cord
with a dry cloth and plug it in firmly.
If the cord or plug are dusty
or wet, or has a poor ^ ^
connection, it can W '
cause a fire and \ [I . A—
electrical shock. LV-3
Do not damage, process, forcefully bend,
pull or twist the power cord.
Damaged power cord can cause a fire or
an electric shock.
Do not use or store fire devices and
fiammabie products (ether, benzene,
aicohoi, chemical, LP gas, fiammabie
spray, cosmetics etc.) near the
refrigerator.
There is a clanger of explosion or fire.
When pushing in the refrigerator after
unpiugging the power piug during
instaiiation, make sure the power cord is
not crushed or pressed under the
refrigerator.
It can cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not use the appiiance for any other
purpose than home use. (Do not use for
storing pharmaceuticais or test materiai or
use for shipping container.)
• This appliance is made for household use i
only. When it is used as a shipping i
container, unexpected accidents (electrical i
shot, fire etc.) may occur as a result of highi
temperature or moisture, vibration etc. i
• When pharmaceuticals
are stored for
extended
periods, their
quality may
deteriorate.
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Safety precautions
Do not store anything that could leak
water or other fluid such as flower vase,
cup, cosmetics, chemical etc.
It can cause a fire or electrical shock or
cause an injury from
falling off.
Do not spray water or wipe with benzene,
thinner etc. inside or outside the
appliance.
It may degrade the insulation of electrical
parts and cause an
injury, fire or
electrical shock.
Do not hang on the refrigerator drawer or
climb on top of the drawer when open.
It can deform the drawer or cause an injury
to children.
If gas leaks from the appliance, don’t
touch the appliance or its plug, instead
ventilate the area immediately.
There is a danger of fire or other
damage, as a
spark could ignite
the gas and cause
an explosion.
Only a properly trained service agent
experienced in refrigerator should
disassemble, repair or modify this
appliance.
There is a
danger of fire,
injury or ((/
electrical shock.
When disposing the old appliance, be sure
to detach the doors.
Children could accidentally
close themselves
in an abandoned
appliance and
suffocate.
Do not install the appliance in a damp
place or where water will spatter.
Water will degrade the insulation,
posing a shock hazard.
Do not store any drinks in glass bottle.
If you store a drink in glass bottle (alcohol,
cider, juice etc.) and the drink freezes,
the bottle can break
and cause an injury.
If you smell something burning or see
smoke from the refrigerator, immediately
unplug the power and contact the service
center.
It can cause a fire.f^^'
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Do not climb on the drawer.
It can cause damage to the product or
cause a major injury
when the refrigerator
falls over.
You should always get service before
using if the refrigerator has been
submersed underwater.
It can cause a fire
or an electric shock.
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Safety precautions
► It can damage the house or appliance. Always take special caution.
If the power cord or plus Is damaged, or If
the outlet Is loose, do not plug In.
It can cause an electric
shock or short circuit.
Do not put live animal Inside the
refrigerator.
Unplug the power when the unit is not
used for a long period of time.
It can cause electric
shock, electricity
leakage or fire due to
weak insulation.
Do not put in your hand or a metal rod on
the cover part or under the refrigerator.
It can cause an ^
electric shock or injury.
If the roller of the drawer is damaged or
does not work properly, stop using the
product and contact the service center for
service.
When unplugging and plugging the
power, wait for more than 5 minutes.
It can cause problems
to the compressor
operation.
^er 5 minutes
Check if the drawer is closed completely.
If an object or a piece
of trash is stuck on
the drawer pecking,
it can interfere with
the seal and make
the Kimchi turn sour faster,
When the power cord is damaged, contact
the manufacturer, distributor or a qualified
technician to replace the power cord.
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Cautions during use
Do not put Kimchi directly in the drawer basket.
If you put the Kimchi directly in the drawer basket without putting it in its
container, the cool air is not circulated properly to make the Kimchi turn
sour faster.
When storing Kimchi or other food, always put them in the Kimchi
container provided.
• Always put Kimchi in the Kimchi container.
When putting Kimchi in the Kimchi container, make sure the juice does not overflow
over the indicated line. Close the container lid tightly.
If the lid is not completely sealed, it will make the Kimchi be exposed to
the air causing white mold to form on the surface when kept for a long time.
This will make the Kimchi turn sour faster. Putting a plastic wrap or outer
cabbage leaves on the surface of the Kimchi also helps to prevent this from happening
Fill the Kimchi container only up to 80% and close the lid tightly so that it is not open.
Cool down hot food before putting it into the appliance
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If you put hot food into the appliance, it will raise the temperature and
( accelerate the seasoning of the Kimchi, and also increase the electricity
I consumption.
To store the Kimchi for a long period of time
Put the Kimchi in the Kimchi container right after making it and use the storage
function to store.
Depending on the type of Kimchi and saltiness. Set the storing temperature
among "Min", "Mid" and "Max".
When storing the Kimchi for a long time, keep the Kimchi submerged.
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After storing the Kimchi for 3-4 days, check if there is any spill.
As part of the initial fermenting process, the juice can overflow, in which case you cannot store the
Kimchi for a long period of time.
Be sure to use enough salt when preparing Kimchi.
The amount of salt significantly affects the fermenting speed. A small amount of Kimchi intended
for immediate consumption can be prepared with little salt. But large quantities of Kimchi to be
stored for longer periods must contain more salt.
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Installation method
^ Ground properly during installation.
It can cause
electrical shock in
case of a problem
or leakage.
^ Do not install the product under
direct sunlight or hang floor cloth
on the handle.
It can change the
color of the
refrigerator.
• Maintain a suitable clearance
around the appliance.
Maintain suitable clearance around
the appliance as shown in the
figure. If there is
insufficient clearance,
the appliance
performance
deteriorates and
the electricity cost will increase.
^ Hang the power cord on the back
of the refrigerator to keep it fixed
and then plug the power.
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than 5cm.
» Install the product where it is not
too hot or cold.
Install the product where the
surrounding temperature is
between 5°C and 43°C. If the
temperature is too high or low, it
can cause problems to the
functions of the product. Do not
install any heating device on the
top plate of the refrigerator.
It can cause an explosion or a fire.
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^ Install the appliance on a firm and
level floor.
If the floor is unstable, the
vibration may cause noise and
functional failure.
• If the appliance is not leveled,
use the horizontal adjusting leg
to level the product.
• When install the appliance on a
carpeted floor or on the wooden
floor, place a piece of plywood
or similar material underneath to
prevent the discoloration.
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When the power cord
is pressed under
the refrigerator, it
can cause a fire.
Ground Safety.
Plug the cord into a 115V grounded outlet.
If you are unaware of the voltage or
grounding integrify, consult a qualified
electrician or service person.
In the event of an electric short circuit, grounding 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.
p ij Never ground the appliance to gas pipe, water pipe,
v/auiion lightening rod or a telephone line connector.
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Power outlet
for AC 115V
Do this after Installation
Plug in atef irisfaiiation
Connect the power plug to the dedicated outlet.
Put the food in the refrigerator 3-4 hours after the installation.
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Moving
• Take out all the food within the refrigerator and keep the
Kimchi container and drawer basket fixed with tape.
• Turn the horizontal adjusting leg
counterclockwisei > ) all the way
and tighten it.
• Hang the power cord to the hanger on
the back of the appliance and tape it.
► When sliding and moving the appliance, turn the horizontal adjusting leg
counterclockwise (.... / ) all the way and tighten it. The leg can scratch
the floor or become loose to be separated.
► When transporting the product hold the horizontal adjustment leg on the
bottom and the top handle on the rear side.
► When transporting the appliance to a far away location, do not completely
lay the refrigerator on the floor to the side. It can cause problems.
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Rear side
Horizontal adjustment leg
(Bottom handle part)
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Name of each part
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Horizontal adjustment leg
Operating control panel
This is the operating button to adjust the
temperature or ferment the Kimchi.
Top compartment
This is the drawer to store Kimchi,
. fruit/vegetable and meat/fish.
Bottom compartment
This is the drawer to store Kimchi,
fruit/vegetable and meat/fish.
6 Drawer basket
Top plate
This is the table to put other cookers such
as microwave oven, rice cooker, dishes etc.
Kimchi container
This is the Kimchi storing container with
excellent seal capability.
This is the basket to put the Kimchi
containers. Put the containers in the proper
direction of front and back by referring to
the signs on left and right side.
7 Horizontal adjustment leg
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Set the height by turning the adjustment screw after installation or transportation.
► To maintain the optimal Kimchi storing temperature, the shapes of the top and bottom drawer baskets are
designed differently.
When disassembling and reassembling for cleaning purposes, please check whether the drawer
basket is the correct one for top and bottom drawer.
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Name and function of operating contrai parts
Before actually making and storing Kimchi, read and understand the name and function of each button.
Start/Set iamp
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Use this button for function selection, start and setting.
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• Press the Start/Set button so that the lamp next to
the Start/Set button is turned off. Fermenting in top (A|5t/Mg,> ®
and bottom compartment can only be selected when
the lamp is turned off.
• After the setting, press the Start/Set button so that
the lamp next to the button goes on. This is when the
storing and fermenting is in process.
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This is the button to adjust the storing temperature of the top
compartment.
This is the button to adjust the storing temperature of the bottom
compartment.
This is the lamp to show you the function of the top and bottom
compartments.
This is the button to seiect the type of Kimchi, and fermenting degree
for the top compartment.
This is the button to select the type of Kimchi, and fermenting degree
for the bottom compartment.
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here the light goes on when Ferment is seiected.
H To ferment two types of Kimchi in one compartment
If you ferment two types of different Kimchi in one compartment, they can be under
fermented or over-fermented. Therefore in this case, select the type that is fermented
faster. Generally, Kimchi is fermented in the order of Broth Kimchi -► Cabbage Kimchi
When
fermenting the
Kimchi
-► Radish Kimchi
Ex) To ferment 1 container of cabbage Kimchi and 1 container of radish Kimchi on
the bottom compartment
Because the cabbage Kimchi is fermented faster than the radish Kimchi, set it so that
the Ferment cabbage Kimchi button of the bottom compartment is turned on.
if you operating the fermenting function severai times, the Kimchi wiii be too sour.
Because operating the fermenting function several times can make the Kimchi too sour,
operate the rhythm fermenting function only once. Generally, Kimchi is fermented in the
order of
Fresh Standard Mature.
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fermenting
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To cancel the selected fermenting function, press the mim button so that the © lamp of the
7i^0! button is turned off. Afterwards, press the function selection button to switch to storing in
top compartment and storing in bottom compartment in order to cancel the fermenting function.
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If you change the course before the fermenting process is completed or if you run the
fermenting process twice, the Kimchi can turn sour. Therefore please be careful.
m To store the Kimchi that has been fermented:
When the fermenting process is completed, the ferment completion lamp will be turned on
and the Kimchi is automatically stored at the storing temperature preset.
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Using method of operating control parts
How to store Cabbage Kimchi/Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi
When you connect the power, the lamp next to the Start/Set button will be turned on, and
you can store the Kimchi in standard temperature without any separate setting.
To store Kimchi in top and bottom compartment
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Press the Start/Set button.
• When the lock lamp next to the Start/Set button is ( ) turned off,
you can select the button.
Press the Function selection button.
• Press the Function selection button to select Store at top compartment
and Store at bottom compartment.
Press the Store at top compartment and Store at bottom
compartment buttons.
• Press the Store at top compartment and Store at bottom compartment
buttons to select the storing temperature of Mid, Mid and Max.
Press the Start/Set button again.
• When the lock lamp next to the Start/Set button is @ turned on, the
Store Kimchi process starts.
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Korean Kimchi
There are about 200 types of Korean Kimchi.
The optimal storing temperature differs by the Kimchi type and the
seasoning used for the Kimchi.
Adjust the temperature of "Min", "Mid" and "Max" depending on the type
and condition of the Kimchi.
How to ferment Cabbage Kimchi/Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi
When you select the ferment function, the Kimchi becomes sour faster
than selecting the storing function, making the storing period shorter.
To ferment Kimchi in both top and bottom com
Press the Function selection button.
• Press the "Function selection" button to select Ferment at top
compartment and Ferment at bottom compartment.
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Press the Ferment at top compartment and Ferment at bottom
compartment buttons.
• Press the "Ferment at top compartment" and "Ferment at bottom
compartment" buttons to select the fermenting degree of the cabbage
Kimchi from Fresh, Standard and Mature.
Press the Store at top compartment and Store at bottom
compartment buttons.
• Press the "Store at top compartment" and "Store at bottom compartment"
buttons to select the storing temperature of Mid, Mid and Max.
Press the Start/Set button again.
• When the lock lamp next to the Start/Set button is
Ferment Kimchi process starts.
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Using method of operating control parts
How to store and ferment Cabbage Kimchi/
Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi
To store Kimchi in the top compartment and
ferment Kimchi in the bottom compartment
Press the Start/Set button.
• When the lock lamp next to the Start/Set button is ( ) turned off,
you can select the button.
Press the Function selection button.
• Press the "Function selection" button to select Store at top compartment
and Ferment at bottom compartment.
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Press Store at top compartment button.
• Press the "Store at top compartment" button to select the storing
temperature of Mid, Mid and Max.
Press the Ferment at bottom compartment button.
• Press the "Ferment at bottom compartment" button to select the fermenting
degree of the cabbage Kimchi from Fresh, Standard and Mature.
Press the Store at bottom compartment button.
• Press the "Store at bottom compartment" button to select the storing
temperature of Mid, Mid and Max.
Press the Start/Set button again.
• When the lock lamp next to the Start/Set button is @ turned on, the
Store Kimchi and Ferment Kimchi processes start.
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Proper food storage
Keep Kimchi in the Kimchi container
When using the Kimchi container, fill it up to the line
so that the juice does not get spilled over and before
sure to close the lid tightly to reduce any exposure to
air. This will help prevent Kimchi from turning sour
and forming molds on the surface. Also you can
prevent this by covering the surface of the Kimchi by
using the outer cabbage leaves or clean Plastic wrap.
Cool down hot food before putting it into the appliance
If you put hot food into the appliance, it will raise the
temperature and accelerate the seasoning of the Kimchi,
and also increase the electricit/ consumption.
To store the Kimchi for a long period of time
Put the Kimchi in the Kimchi container right after
making it and use the storage function to store.
Depending on the type of Kimchi and saltiness,
Set the storing temperature among "Min", "Mid"
and "Max".
When storing the Kimchi for a long time, keep the
Kimchi submerged.
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General knowledge about Kimchi
The seasoning process begins with adding salt.
Fermentation begins when salt is added to the Kimchi. Various substances within the
cabbage and other vegetables begin to ferment and proteins are decomposed in the
process. Thus, Kimchi will ferment and be seasoned even at low temperature.
This is how Kimchi is slowly seasoned during the cold winter time.
Kimchi depending on the types of spices
The integrated taste of Kimchi is from the different types of spices, such as leek, garlic,
ginger, pepper powder etc.
Everything in Kimchi affects the seasoning speed
Garlic, seafood (oyster, lobster, croaker, fish etc.), onion, pepper powder, cucumber,
thin leeks etc. accelerates the seasoning process. Especially, if you add oyster, rice
paste or salted shrimp, the seasoning speed will increase rapidly. Conversely, adding
leek, leaf mustard, ginseng etc., will cause the seasoning process to slow down.
Kimchi begins to season as soon as it is made
Kimchi will turn sour if it is in contact with air and
mold will form on it. This occurs when the Kimchi is
not soaked in juice or when it is not salty enough.
You can prevent this by making the Kimchi soak
below the juice or block the exposure to air.
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The effect of temperature on making Kimchi
The ambient temperature affects the seasoning process. Kimchi stores well and keeps
its taste well at temperature below 10°C-
To store Kimchi for a long period of time
Because Kimchi is a live food, it will go bad after a
long period of time, but scientifically to extend the
storage of Kimchi, you need to store it in low
temperature (near 0°c) and make it saltier. And if
you store the Kimchi submerged in the juice and
cover it with a clean plastic wrap or with fresh
vegetables on top of it, you can extend the period of
storing the Kimchi by reducing oxidation.
Selecting cabbages for Kimchi
There are over 50 varieties of cabbage. Round heads make better Kimchi than the long,
thin heads. The soft, white inner leaves and soft outer leaves of light green and light
blue colored blue are the most desirable.
Select the right type of radish
There are many types of radish Kimchi. For a radish used to spice a cabbage Kimchi,
Chosun radishes are superb. Select a radish that has a large root and is moist.
To make Chonggak Kimchi, use a Seoul (Nehrubak) radish. They should be thick near
the tips, round, small, and hard. Many types of radish can be sliced and added to any
Kimchi to improve the flavor. The radish of which the upper part is white is more
desirable than blue.
For Broth Kimchi, use a conventional radish. Select radishes with smooth leaves whose
upper parts are white.
Clean
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Kimchi freezes
The storing temperature of Kimchi is around 0°C- The freezing temperature
changed according to type of Kimchi, spices, amount of salt etc. At this time,
low the storing temperature of the Kimchi.
• If the storing temperature is "Max", set to "Mid" or "Min".
• If the storing temperature is "Mid", set to "Min"
Kimchi turns sour fast
If you select rhythm fermenting function for Kimchi storage, it can turn sour fast. At
this time cancel the rhythm fermenting and select storage or flavor keeping
function.
Kimchi also turns sour fast if the storing temperature is high. At this time, adjust
the temperature. The storing temperature is lower from Min ^ Mid ^ Max. Also
the seasoning speed can differ by the type of Kimchi, spices, temperature of the
day Kimchi was made etc.
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Kimchi is soft
If you put too little salt in the Kimchi, the color of the Kimchi may look good but
from the yeast effect, the Kimchi becomes soft. Also the seafood sauce can
accelerate the seasoning speed and make the Kimchi softer.
The color of Kimchi is dark
If you Store Kimchi for a long period of time, Kimchi starts to turn darker due to
oxidation. To maintain the color of Kimchi for a long time, put a clean plastic wrap to
cover the Kimchi within the container.
White moid forms on the surface of and the outer cabbage of Kimchi.
If you do not close the container lid tightly, it will be exposed to air to form white
yeasts on the Kimchi or on the outer cabbage of Kimchi. You can prevent this by
covering with a plastic wrap on the surface of the Kimchi.
Problems of product
Noise
When you hear "dreruk", "dulkuk" or "woong" sound.
This is the noise coming from the compressor or fan
when the refrigerator starts or ends operating just like a
car makes a noise when starting or ending the engine.
dulkuk.
dreruk
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When you hear "tuktak", "krook", "shik" or "shoo" sound
This is the sound of operating the refrigerator from parts moving
or refrigerant flowing. So be safe because it is not a problem.
Temperature
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Kimchi freezes
Heat comes out from the top of the refrigerator. Heat
pipe goes around the rim of the front side to prevent
dew drops forming. It can feel a bit heated during first
use or during the summer, but it is not a problem.
Icing, dew, ice, water, mold
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There are dew drops forming outside the refrigerator.
This is the same effect as water forming on a cold glass of water. If the refrigerator is
installed at a humid location or during the rainy season when it is hot and humid,
sometimes the dew drops form on the outer side of the refrigerator. This happens
when it is very humid, so just wipe it out with a dry cloth.
tukitak!
krook!
shoo
shik
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^ Icing, dew, ice, water, mold
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There are dew drops or icing on the inner side of the refrigerator and
water is coilected beiowthe refrigerator.
• This happens when icing or dew drops are formed from
the difference between the internal and external temperature, ^
and it is a natural phenomenon of direct cooling type.
Just wipe it off with a dry cloth from time to time.
• When removing the icing, do not use any sharp objects (ex, ice pick, and knife).
• If the icing is blocking the way to take out the container, turn off the power, empty the
compartment and leave the door open to quickly melt the icing.
Ice is formed on the lid of the Kimchi container.
Running the refrigerator at optimal temperature to store Kimchi
for a long period of time can sometimes make the water drops
freeze on the lid. Be safe because it is not a problem.
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There is some moisture inside the Kimchi refrigerator that was deiivered.
The moisture or dew drops formed inside the delivered Kimchi refrigerator is from the
production process and performance test. It has no relevance to whether the product was
used or whether there is a performance issue.
Open drawer
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When i close one drawer, the other drawer opens and
then closes.
Because each compartment is connected to circulate the air, when
you close one drawer the air flows to the other drawer making it
slightly open. Don't worry about this because this is not a problem.
The refrigerator drawer does not open weil or the drawer
automaticaliy closes.
When the warm indoor air flows inside the refrigerator, it is sometimes difficult to open
the drawer. When you close the drawer and leave it for 30 minutes, this problem
disappears. Also the drawer automatically closes even when you lightly push the
drawer. If you would like to keep the drawer fixed open, fully pull the drawer to pass
the holding groove.
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Problems of product
When the
cooling does
not work at all
Is the power shut-down?
Is the power plug unplugged from
the outlet?
When using the step-up
transformer, is the power lamp of
the transformer on?
Is the installed location too hot
or cold?
Did you store hot food without
cooling it down?
Is the drawer completely closed?
Does it receive direct sunlight or is
near a heating device?
Is there an appropriate clearance
around the refrigerator?
Does the temperature of the
installed location go below 5”C?
Did you set the storing
temperature to "Min"?
Isn't the drawer basket
misassembled?
Check the power of the other
product.
Connect the power cord
properly to the outlet.
Turn off the power lamp of the
step-up transformer.
Install the refrigerator where
the external temperature is
between 5 and 43'C.
Cool down the hot food before
storing the food.
Adjust the height of the product
using the horizontal adjustment
leg so that the front part is
slightly higher. Put all the storing
food inside the drawer and
completely close the drawer.
Check the installed location.
Leave an appropriate clearance
around the refrigerator.
Refer to the installation method
and install where the
surrounding temperature is
above 5”C.
Set the storing temperature to
"Mid" or "Max".
Assemble so that the deodorizer
goes to the inner side.
Is the floor of the installed location
soft or is the refrigerator installed
on an unstable floor? (It can make
noises on the wooden floor.)
Are there any objects on the top or
on the back of the refrigerator?
Install the refrigerator where
the floor is firm and leveled.
Set the object properly.
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Checkpoints before requesting for service
When the
refrigerating
food is freezing
(over cooling
condition)
When there Is a
bad smell in the
refrigerator
When there is
icing or dew
drof^ forming
III Di(dn't you put moist or easy to
freeze foo(d close to where the
cool air comes out?
II Is the storirig temperature set to
"Max"?
Have you sealetd the food with a
strong smell?
Is the Kimchi container tightly
closed?
Ill Did you cool down the hot food
before storing it?
ill Didn't you keep the drawer open
for a long time?
Ill Did you put food with moisture in
the container without tightly
closing the lid?
ill Did you put too much food within
the refrigerator?
Store the moist or easy to freeze
foo(d far from the cool air outlet.
* As a reference the cool air outlet is
on the inner side of the basket for
the top compartment and outer
side for the bottom compartment.
Change the storing
temperature to "Mi(d" or "Min".
Store food with strong smell in
a sealed container.
Tightly close the Kimchi
container.
Cool down the hot food
before storing the food.
The dew drops will automatically
disappear when you keep the
drawer closed, but it is better to
wipe them off with a dry cloth.
When storing the food, keep it
in a container with a lid or a seal.
Keep an appropriate clearance
around the refrigerator for
good air circulation.
Ill Isn't the refrigerator tilted to the
front?
Doesn't the ceiling of the
refrigerator and the food stored in
the compartment touch each other?
Adjust the height using the
horizontal adjustment leg.
(If you adjust the refrigerator with the
horizontal adjustment leg so that the
front side is slightly higher, the
drawer will close well.)
Store the food so that it does
not touch the ceiling.
Cleaning instructions
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• Before cleaning
For safety always unplug the appliance before
cleaning it.
• Cleaning the outside
Wipe with a damp cloth. Use a neutral, non-abrasive
detergent. Always wipe with clean cloth after using
neutral detergent. Don't use abrasive, petroleum-based
cleaner, benzene, lacquer thinner, hydrochloric acid,
boiling water or a stiff or wife brush. These and similar
items will damage the outer case of your appliance.
Problems of product
• The Kimchi container and drawer basket
The Kimchi container and drawer basket gets
easily stained by the food and is good to
wash them off with water.
When pulling out the drawer, take out all the
food stored in the drawer and hold with both
hands to lightly O pull it out. If you separate
the basket without taking the whole drawer out (
because the drawer can fall off and hurt you.
• When reassembling the drawer after cleaning, make sure the deodorizer
goes to the inner side.
• To maintain optimal Kimchi storing temperature, the top and bottom
compartments are differently designed.
When disassembling and then reassembling the drawer for cleaning
purposes, make sure you check for the correct top and bottom drawer
baskets.
), you need to be careful
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Cleaning instructions
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• How to revitalize the deodorizer
1. Pull down the front lever of the cover and pull
down to separate the cover of the deodorizer.
2. Separate the cover of the deodorizer and then
separate the deodorizer.
3. Dry it with a hair dryer or on the sunlight.
(It is reusable because the absorbed smell on
the deodorizer cleans away.)
4. Reassemble after putting in the cover of the
deodorizer.
Front lever
t
Cover of
deodorizer
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• Cleaning the door packing
The door packing can be damaged easily from juice
from food, fruit juice and Kimchi juice. Wipe the
packing and its sealing surface regularly with a damp
cloth.
• After cleaning
Plug the power plug. Check if there is any damage
to the cord or if there is any heating on the plug.
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Customer rights
Guide
Customer rights
When a problem occurs to the product, the customer has a valuable right to receive free service for
1 year warranty period from the date of purchase.
But problems occurring from customer fault or natural disaster as below can be paid by the customer
even within the free service period.
Responsibility of paid service (Paid by customer)
When requesting for service, the following cases will be paid by the customer even within the free
service period.
O When a problem occurred from an alien object to the product (water, drink, coffee, toy etc.)
0 When the product is damaged or a problem occurred from dropping the product or from an
impact
9 When the external part of the product has been damaged from using oil solvent such as thinner,
benzene etc.
• When a problem occurred from mistakenly connecting to a wrong voltage.
• When a problem occurred from using parts or supplies not from LG Electronics.
9 When parts are missing or the product is damaged from customer's disassembly.
• When there is a problem from repairing or remodeling the product by a person other than the
repair technician of LG customer service center.
9 When a problem occurred from not following the Safety Precautions(p. 4~p. 8) within the User
Manual. If you follow the Safety Precaution, you can use the product longer.
9 When a problem occurred from natural disaster (lightening, fire, salt water, gas, storm & flood,
earth quake etc.
9 When a problem occurred from a customer's fault.
Service guide
For seivice request, consulting and service center inquiry,
Service center Address: P.O. Box240007 201 James Record Road Fluntsville, AL 35824
Call: 1-800-243-0000 Web: http://www.lgservice.com
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Product specification
Product specification
The details (external shape and product specification) indicated within this manual are subject to
change without notification to improve the quality of the product.
Classification
Capacity
Product size
Rated voltage and frequency
Total capacity
Width
Depth
Height
Weight 44kg
Cooling method
name
GR-K09S
91L
588mm
585mm
810mm
AC 115V 60Hz
Indirect cooling method
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MEMO
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