LG GR-L218STSL Owner’s Manual
BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
User’s Guide
Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and
keep it handy for reference at all times.
P/No. MFL37933565
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions 3–10
Parts and Features 11
Refrigerator Installation 12–19
Unpacking Your Refrigerator 12
Installation 12
Base Cover 12
Removing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Handles
and Doors 13–16
How to Remove and Reinstall
the Pullout Drawer 17–18
Leveling and Door Alignment 19
Using Your Refrigerator 20–32
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 20
Multi-Flow 20
Setting the Controls 20
Adjusting the Temperatures
and Display 21
Operating the Dispenser 22
Setting the Functions 23
In-Door Ice Bin 24
Adjusting Control Settings 25
Food Storage Guide 25
Storing Frozen Food 26
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Refrigerator section
Refrigerator Shelves 27
Bottle Holder 27
Crisper Humidity Control 28
Removing Crisper 28
Glide‘N’Serve 28
Modular Door Bin 29
Dairy Bin 29
Utility Bin 29
Dispenser Drip Tray 29
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Freezer section
Tilting Door 30
Ice Bin 30
DuraBase 30
DuraBase Divider 31
Pull out Drawer 31
Filter 32
Care and Cleaning 33–34
General Cleaning Tips 33
Outside 33
Inside Walls 33
Door Liner and Gaskets 33
Plastic Parts 33
Condenser Coils 33
Power Interruptions 34
When you go on vacation 34
When you move 34
About the Automatic Icemaker 35
Connecting the Water Line 36–38
Troubleshooting Guide 39–42
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This product is exclusive use at 240V/50Hz.
You should purchase transformer of more than 2.0KVA when you want to use it at the 110V area.
You can't use it anywhere except 50Hz area.
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SAFETY MESSAGES
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you
of hazards that can kill or hurt 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
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:
DANGER
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING
CAUTION
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
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Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators are still dangerous…even if they will
sit for just a few days. If you are getting rid of
your old refrigerator, please follow the
instructions at right to help prevent accidents.
You can
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may
DANGER:
be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
BEFORE YOU THROW
AWAY YOUR OLD
REFRIGERATOR OR
FREEZER
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so
that children may not easily climb
inside.
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system
that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are
believed to harm stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator,
make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for
proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you
intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you can
be subject to fines and imprisonment under
provisions of environmental legislation.
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WARNING
• Repair or replace immediately all electric service
cords that have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasion damage along its length or at either the
plug or connector end.
• When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power
cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance
must be properly grounded. Have the wall
outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING
METHOD
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual properly grounded electrical outlet
rated for 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.
• Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances
between the doors and cabinet are necessarily
small. Be careful closing doors when children are
in the area.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed in
accordance with the Attention Installer
Instructions that were taped to the front of the
refrigerator.
• Don’t touch the lamp, in case of light on the long
time, Because it can be very hot.
Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with
a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension
cord.
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the
power cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
cleaning,or removing a light bulb, turn the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer
Control, depending on the model)to OFF and
then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical
source. When you are finished,reconnect the
refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the
control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or
Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the
desired setting.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Don’t use an extension cord
If possible, connect the refrigerator to its own
individual electrical outlet to prevent it and other
appliances or household lights from causing an
overload that could cause a power outage.
Accessibility of Supply Plug
The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that
the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection
when accident happens.
Supply Cord Replacement
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
FEED WATER PIPE INSTALLATION
Before installation
• Automatic ice maker can be installed only by
manufacturer.
• Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure
of 147~834 kPa (1.5~8.5 kgf/cm
paper cup (180 cc) will be fully filled within 3 sec.).
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) (That is, an instant
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WARNING
• If water pressure does not reach the rating
147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm
purchase a separate pressure pump for normal
automatic icing and cool water feed.
• Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube
within 8 m and be careful for the tube not be bent. If
the tube is 8 m or longer it may cause trouble in
water feed owing to the drain water pressure.
• Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from
heat.
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WARNING
• Connect to potable water supply only.
• Refer to instructions with water filter kit for
installation.
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WARNING
• The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in
the appliance require special disposal procedures.
When disposal, please consult with service agent or
a similarly qualified person.
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) or below, it is necessary to
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product,
basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following.
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
1. When connecting the power
The dedicated outlet should be used.
• Using several devices at one outlet may cause fire.
• The electric leakage
breaker may damage food
and the dispenser may be
leaked.
Prevent the power cord from being squeezed
or imprinted if the refrigerator is pushed in
after the power plug is extracted during the
installation.
When moving your appliance away from the
wall, be careful not to roll over the power cord
or to damage it in any way.
It becomes the cause of fire or electric shock.
Do not allow the power plug to face upward
or to be squeezed at the back of the
refrigerator.
Water may be flown into or
the plug may be damaged,
which causes fire or
electric shock.
Do not allow the power cord bent or pressed
by the heavy object to
be damaged.
It may damage the power
cord to cause fire or
electric shock.
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Grounding
Conductor
Copper
flat
More than
75cm
After
5minutes
WARNING
Do not extend or modify the length of the
power plug.
It causes electric shock or fire by
the electric damage of the power
cord or others.
Do not pull out the cord or touch the power
plug with wet hands.
It may cause electric shock or
injury.
Unplug the power cord from the power
outlet for cleaning or other requirements.
It may cause electric shock or injury.
Unplug the power plug when cleaning,
handling or replacing the interior lamp of the
refrigerator.
• It may cause electric shock or injury.
• When replacing the interior
lamp of the refrigerator,
make sure that the rubber
ring for preventing the
electric spark within the
socket is not taken off.
Remove water or dust from the power plug
and insert it with the ends of the pins
securely connected.
Dust, water or unstable
connection may fire or
electric shock.
Pull out the power plug
not by grasping
the cord but the plug
of its end.
It may cause electric shock
or short circuit to fire.
Make sure of grounding.
Consult a qualified electrician or service
person if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if you have
doubts on whether
the appliance is
properly grounded.
The incorrect grounding
may cause breakdown
and electric shock.
When the power cord or the power plug is
damaged or the holes of
the outlet are loosed, do
not use them.
It may cause electric shock or
short circuit to make fire.
Be sure to use grounded exclusive proper
voltage consent for the power plug.
Be sure to use grounded extension consents
when extension consents are used.
It becomes the cause of fire.
Wait for 5 minutes or
longer when
reconnecting the plug.
It may cause the operation of
the freezer to fail.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Benzene
Ether
Thinner
The Academic
Medicine
The Medicine
2. When using the refrigerator
Do not place the heavy object or the
dangerous object
(container with liquid) on
the refrigerator.
It may be dropped to cause injury,
fire or electric shock when
opening or closing the door.
Do not cling to the door or the shelves of the
door or the home bar of the freezer or the
cool chamber.
It may make the refrigerator
fallen down or damage the
hands. Especially, do not
allow the children to do the
above.
Opening and closing the door of the
refrigerator vigorously may cause the stored
food in the refrigerator basket to fall by
shock and hurt the foot, so take precautions.
Do not install the refrigerator in the wet
place or the place which
water or rain splashes.
Deterioration of insulation of
electric parts may cause
electric leakage.
Prevent children from entering the product.
It may endanger the life of a
child if the child enters the
refrigerator.
Do not use or store inflammable materials
ether, benzene, alcohol, medicine, LP gas,
spray or cosmetics
near or in the
refrigerator.
It may cause explosion
or fire.
Do not use drier to dry the inside, nor light a
candle to remove odor.
It may cause explosion or fire.
Do not use the combustible spray near the
refrigerator.
It may cause fire.
Do not store the medicine or the academic
materials at the refrigerator.
When the material with
the strict temperature
control is stored, it may be
deteriorated or it may
make an unexpected
reaction to cause any risk.
Install in places away from the fire such as
the place where flammable gas is leaked.
It may cause fire.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Service
center
Thinner
Do not place flower vase, cup,
cosmetics, medicine or any
container with water on the
refrigerator.
It may cause fire, electric shock or
injury by dropping down.
Use the submerged refrigerator after
checking it.
It may cause electric shock or
fire.
Do not spray water at the outside or the inside
of the refrigerator or do not
clean it with benzene or
thinner.
Deterioration of insulation of electric
parts may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not allow any person except the qualified
engineer to disassemble, repair or alter the
refrigerator.
It may cause injury,
electric shock or fire.
In case of thunder and lightning, or not in use
for a long period of time,
detach the power plug.
There is a danger of electric shock
or fire.
When gas is leaked, do not touch the refrigerator
or the outlet and ventilate the room immediately.
• The explosion by spark may cause fire or burn.
• Because this refrigerator uses natural gas (isobutene,
R600a) as the environment-friendly refrigerant, even a small
amount (50~60g) is combustible. When the gas is leaked by
the severe damage during
delivering, installing or using the
refrigerator, any spark may cause
fire or burn.
When any strange smell or smoke is detected
from the refrigerator, power plug get rid of
electric outlet
immediately and contact
to the service center.
It may cause fire.
Do not use the refrigerator for non-domestic
purpose (storing medicine or testing material,
using at the ship, etc.).
It may cause an unexpected risk
such as fire, electric shock,
deterioration of stored material or
chemical reaction.
When disposing the refrigerator, 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.
It may cause to lock out the child.
Install the refrigerator on the solid and level
floor.
Installing it on the unstable place may
cause death by falling down the
refrigerator when opening or closing
the door.
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 responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
Do not insert the hands or the metal stick into the
exit of cool air, the cover, the bottom of the
refrigerator, the
heatproof grill (exhaust
hole) at the backside.
It may cause electric shock or
injury.
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Drinkable
water
CAUTION
Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please.
Do not insert the hands into the ice bucket
or the ice dispenser.
Operating the ice maker may
cause injury.
Do not put ice in thin crystal cup or
ceramic ware.
It may break cup or ceramic
ware to cause injury.
Do not place the food in disorder inside
the refrigerator.
The food may fall during opening and closing the
door of the refrigerator and hurt people.
Do not insert the hands into the bottom
of the refrigerator.
The iron plate of the
bottom may cause injury.
Do not touch food or containers at the
freezer with wet hands.
It may cause frostbite.
Supply the automatic ice maker with
drinkable water only
(only for the model
with the dispenser).
Otherwise, it may cause
any risk.
Do not put bottle in the freezer.
It may freeze the contents to
break the bottle to cause
injury.
Carry the refrigerator with the handle bar at
the bottom of the front and the top of the
rear.
Otherwise, your hands
may be slipped to cause
injury.
Because the product is
heavy, carrying it alone
may hurt people or
accidents may occur.
Because opening or closing the door of
the refrigerator may cause injury to the
person around it, be careful, please.
Opening or closing the
door may cause feet or
hands to be caught in
the chink in door or the
child to be get hurt by
the corner.
Do not put any living
animal in the
refrigerator.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
w Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.
w Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
w Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
w Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
w The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special
disposal procedures. When disposal, please consult with service agent or a
similarly qualified person.
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
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.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
A
B
E
F
G
H
J
K
I
C
L
N
M
D
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for
your convenience.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may
have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not
match your model.
Led Interior Lamps
A
Filter (Inside) (p. 32)
B
C
Modular Door Bins (p. 29)
In Door Ice bin(p.24)
D
Shelves (p. 27)
E
Crisper (p. 28)
F
(Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper)
Glide’N’Serve (p. 28)
G
Ice bin (p. 30)
H
Dairy Bin (p. 29)
I
Utility Bin (p. 29)
J
Bottle Holder (p. 27)
K
Pull out Drawer (p. 31)
L
M
Divider (p. 31)
N
Durabase (p. 30)
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
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WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any
warning-type labels, the model and serial number
label, or the TechSheet that is attached to back
wall of the refrigerator.
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 refrigerator. For more information,
see the Important Safety Instructions section.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping
position.
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WARNING
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the
refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to
protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator
straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or
walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as
floor damage could occur.
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WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
Please reinstall shelves according to your
individual storage needs.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
install the refrigerator in a wet or damp area.
• Select a place where a water supply can be
easily connected for the automatic icemaker.
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CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat
sources, direct sunlight or moisture.
INSTALLATION
• To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator
MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor.
• Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not
recommended.
• Never install the refrigerator on a platform or
weakly supported structure.
1. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If
required, adjust the leveling screws to
compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front
should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in
door closing. Leveling screws can be turned easily
by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling
screws clockwise ( ) to raise the unit,
counterclockwise ( ) to lower it.
2. Install this appliance in an area where the
temperature is between 13°C and 43°C. If the
temperature around the appliance is too low or
high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.
3. Too small a distance
from adjacent items
may result in lowered
freezing capability and
increased electricity
consumption charges.
Allow at least 24 in.
(61 cm) in front of the
refrigerator to open the
doors.
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1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off
all dust accumulated during shipping.
2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin,
drawers, shelves, etc., in their proper places.
They are packed together to prevent possible
damage during shipment.
3. Let your refrigerator run for at least 2 or 3 hours
before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold
air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper
cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.
BASE COVER
To remove the base cover
1. Open the Freezer Drawer. (Drawer not shown
for clarity.)
2. Once drawer is open there is sufficient
clearance to remove screws on top of cover.
To replace base cover:
• Place cover into position
and insert and tighten screws.
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2" (5 cm)
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door
handles.
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary
from illustrations on this page.
1. Removing Refrigerator Handle
• Loosen the set screws with a 2.5
mm (3/32") Allen wrench and
remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting
fasteners need to be tightened or
removed, use a 1/4" Allen wrench.
2. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle
• Loosen the set screws located on
the lower side of the handle with
a 3.1 mm (1/8") Allen wrench and
remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting
fasteners need to be tightened or
removed, use a 1/4" Allen
wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
Set Screw
Allen
Wrench
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary
from illustrations on this page.
1. Replacing Refrigerator Door
Handle
• Place the handle on the door by
adjusting handle footprints to fit
mounting fastners and tighten the
set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32")
Allen wrench.
NOTE: If the handle mounting
fasteners need to be tightened or
removed use a 1/4" Allen wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
2. Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle
• Place the handle on the door by
adjusting handle footprints to fit
mounting fastners and tighten the
set screws on the bottom of the
handle with a 3.1 mm (1/8") Allen
wrench.
NOTE: If the handle mounting
fasteners need to be tightened or
removed use a 1/4" Allen wrench.
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