LG GR-L28AUSJ 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.

CONGÉLATEUR

INFÉRIEUR

RÉFRIGÉRATEUR

Guide d’Utilisation et d’Entretien

Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre en marche l'unité et conservez-le à portée de la main pour le consulter à tout moment.

CONGELADOR INFERIOR REFRIGERADOR

Guía para el Uso y Cuidado

Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes utilizar el frigorífico y guárdelas como referencia para el futuro.

P/No. MFL37933545

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Instructions	3–9
Parts and Features	10
Refrigerator Installation	11–20
Unpacking Your Refrigerator	11
Installation	11
Base Cover	11
Removing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Handles
and Doors	12–15
How to Remove and Reinstall
the Pullout Drawer	16–19
Leveling and Door Alignment	20
Using Your Refrigerator	21–32
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 21
Multi-Flow	21
Setting the Controls	21
Adjusting the Temperatures
and Display	22
Operating the Dispenser	23
Setting the Functions	24
In-Door Ice Bin	25
Adjusting Control Settings	26
Food Storage Guide	26
Storing Frozen Food	27
Refrigerator section
Refrigerator Shelves	28
Bottle Holder	28

Crisper Humidity Control	29
Removing Crisper	29
Glide‘N’Serve	29
Modular Door Bin	30
Dairy Bin	30
Utility Bin	30
Dispenser Drip Tray	30
Freezer section
Ice Bin	31
Dura Base Divider	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

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

WARNING

CAUTION

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.

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.

w DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

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.

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.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

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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 220 Volts, 50 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 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.

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.

w 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.

•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.

•DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold—below 4°C.

…Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it.

The food may be dangerous to eat.

Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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/cm2) (That is, an instant paper cup (180 cc) will be fully filled within 3 sec.).

•If water pressure does not reach the rating

147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm2) or below, it is necessary to 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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•Connect to potable water supply only.

•Refer to instructions with water filter kit for installation.

wWARNING

•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.

wWARNING

•Please do not use a dishwasher to clean the lower drawers; the high temperature may cause damage to the baskets which make them unusable.

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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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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.

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.

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.

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	Grounding
and electric shock.	Conductor

	Copper	More than
		75cm
	flat

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.

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.

Wait for 5 minutes or longer when reconnecting the plug.

It may cause the operation of the freezer to fail.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

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 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.

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Do not use drier to dry the inside, nor light a candle to remove odor.

It may cause explosion or 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.

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Do not use the combustible spray near the refrigerator.

It may cause fire.

Install in places away from the fire such as the place where flammable gas is leaked.

It may cause fire.

Service center

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not place flower vase, cup,	In case of thunder and lightning, or not in
cosmetics, medicine or any	use for a long period of
container with water on the	time, detach the power
refrigerator.	plug.
It may cause fire, electric shock or	There is a danger of
injury by dropping down.	electric shock or fire.

Use the submerged refrigerator after checking it.

It may cause electric shock or fire.

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 spray water at the outside or the inside of the refrigerator or

do not clean it with benzene or thinner.

Deterioration of insulation of	Thinner
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

w 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 touch food or containers at the freezer with wet hands.

It may cause frostbite.

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.

Supply the automatic ice maker with
drinkable water only
(only for the model	Drinkable
with the dispenser).	water
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.

PARTS AND FEATURES

A	K
	K
B	L
	L
F	M
	M
G
	C
E
	D
H
	N
I
J

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.

A	H Crisper (p. 29)
B Filter (Inside) (p. 32)		(Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper)
	I	Glide‘N’Serve (p. 29)
C Modular Door Bins (p. 30)
	J	Ice Bin (p. 31)

D Fixed Door Bin

K Dairy Bin (p. 30)

E Fixed Door Bin

Utility Bin (p. 30)

In Door Ice Bin (p. 25)

M Bottle Holder (p. 28)

Shelves (p. 28)

N Divider (p. 31)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

w 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.

Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

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.

1" (2.54 cm)

w 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.

1.Clean your

dust accumulated

2.Install accessories shelves, etc., in their packed together to during shipment.

3.Let your refrigerator before putting food in in the freezer cooling. Your

w 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.

•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.

wCAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture.

BASE COVER

To remove the base

1.Open the Freezer clarity.)

2.Once drawer is open to remove screws on

To replace base cover:

•Place cover into position and insert tighten screws.

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.

Set Screw

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

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 aligning handle footprints to fit mounting fasteners 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 aligning handle footprints to fit mounting fasteners 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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