LG GT57BPWK Owner's Manual [es]

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

OWNER’S MANUAL

TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

Please read this manual carefully before operating your appliance and retain it for future reference.

Model Name*=color number

LTCS20220* LTCS24223* L

TNS20220* LTCS20120* GT66BP* GT58BP* GT57BP*K

P/No. MFL67527903-12

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions 2-3

Requirements for Ground Connection 3

Parts and Features 4

Refrigerator Installation 5-12

Unpacking 5 Installation 5

How to remove and Install the

Refrigerator Doors 6-7 How to reverse and Install the Refrigerator Doors 8-11 Closing and Aligning the Doors 12

Using your Refrigerator 13-17

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 13 Adjusting the Controls Adjusting Control Settings Food Storage Guide Refrigerator Shelves Pantry Drawer

Ice Tray

Humidity Controlled Crispers 17

Door Bins 17

Dairy Bin 17

Refrigerator Care and Cleaning 18-19

Refrigerator Cleaning 18 Outside 18 Inside 18 Door Lining & Gaskets 18 Plastic Parts (Covers and Panel)

Back Cover 18

Replacing Refrigerator Lights

When Going on Vacation 19 When Moving

About the Automatic Ice Maker 20

Connecting the Water Line 21-23

Troubleshooting Guide 24-29

Smart Diagnosis Door Alarm

Warranty

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

This manual contains several important safety notices. Always read and obey all of the following safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is a warning to potential dangers that could cause death, injury or damage to you, others or the product. All safety messages will follow after this warning symbol and the word “DANGER”, “CAUTION” or “WARNING”. These words mean:

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

All safety messages inform you of potential danger, advise you on how to reduce the risk of injury and tell you what can occur if the instructions are not followed.

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, electrical shock or personal injury, the following precaution measures should be followed:

ţNEVER disconnect the refrigerator by pulling the

power cord, always grip the plug ﬁrmly and disconnect it directly from the outlet.

ţImmediately repair or replace all faulty or damaged

service cables. Do not use cords that have cracks or abrasion damage on the length of the cord or on the plug.

ţWhen moving your refrigerator, take care not to roll

over the electrical cord.

ţDO NOT store or use gasoline or other combustible

liquids or vapors in proximity with this or any other electrical appliance.

ţDO NOT permit children to climb, stand or swing from

the doors or shelves of the refrigerator. This serious injury to them and damage to the product.

ţKeep your ﬁngers away from areas in which they

can become caught, such as the doors, hinges and cabinets. Be careful closing the doors when children are near.

ţUnplug the refrigerator before cleaning or repairing.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any repair services be performed by a qualiﬁed professional.

ţBefore replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the

refrigerator or shut down the circuit breaker to avoid contact with a live wire (the bulb could break while being replaced). NOTE: Setting the control to the OFF position does not disconnect the power from the light bulb circuit.

ţDo not keep bottles in the freezer compartment, they

could explode after freezing and cause damage.

You may be killed or suffer fatal damage if you do not follow instructions.

You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury or damage to the product.

WARNING

operly

can cause

ţFor your safety, this product should be pr

ounded. Have a qualiﬁed professional check the electrical circuit and outlet to ensure a proper ground connection.

ţRead all instructions before utilizing the product. Utilize

this product only as explicitly expressed in this guide.

ţOnce the refrigerator is operating, avoid touching cold

surfaces of the freezer with damp or wet hands; the skin could become adhered to these surfaces.

ţIn refrigerators with an automatic ice dispenser, avoid

contact with moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating mechanism that discharges the cubes. DO NOT place your ﬁngers or hands in the ice dispenser mechanism while the refrigerator is connected.

ţDO NOT refreeze foods which have already thawed.

The Department of Agriculture of the United States, in your Bulletin of Home and Gardens No. 69 establishes that:

“...You can refreeze food that has thawed if they contain ice crystals or are cold and below 40 °F (4 °C)”.

“...Ground beef, perishable food or seafood that is discolored or has an unpleasant odor should not be frozen or consumed. Consumption of melted ice cream should also be avoided. If the odor or color of food is questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to consume”.

“Partial thawing or refreezing reduces the quality of the food, especially fruit, vegetables and prepared meals. The quality of red meat is less affected than that of other foods. Use refrozen products as soon as possible in order to maintain their quality”.

ţDo not store any living animal inside your refrigerator.

WARNING. This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects

or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling. (USA only)

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

This appliance is not intended for use by children, persons with physical or mental disabilities, persons with reduced sensory or mental capacity, or persons that lack experience or know-how, unless they have supervision or instruction in relation to the use of the appliance by the person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to assure that they do not play with the appliance.

DANGER:

Children becoming trapped or suffocated is not a problem of the past. Discarded and abandoned refrigerators are a hazard, even if they remain there “for just a few days”. If you would like to dispose of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to prevent any accidents.

CHILDREN MAY BECOME TRAPPED

BEFORE DISPOSING YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER WHEN NO LONGER IN USE:

Remove the doors and magnetic gaskets. Leave the shelves in place so that children

cannot easily become stuck in them.

CFC DISPOSAL

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that uses CFC’s (chloroﬂuorocarbons). CFC affects the stratospheric layer of the ozone.

your old refrigerator, ensure that CFC contaminants are properly disposed of by a qualiﬁed professional. If you intentionally remove the CFC refrigerant, you could be subject to ﬁnes or prison in accordance with environmental legislation in effect.

f you decide to throw out

WARNING:

If you no longer require the use of this unit, contact the local authorities to dispose of this product in a safe way because it uses Cycle-Pentane or Pentane as foaming and ﬂammable gases for insulation. Gases insulation material require special removal process. This product contains ﬂammable insulation and refrigerant gases.

REQUIREMENTS FOR GROUND CONNECTION

IMPORTANT: Attentively read the following.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must

be properly grounded. Have a qualiﬁed electrician check your wall outlet to ensure that the plug is grounded properly.

3 prong grounding type wall receptacle

It is recommended use a separate circuit for this product as well as receptacle which can not be disconnected with a switch. Do not use extension cords or adapters ungrounded.

It is your responsibilit prong outlets with that of an adequately grounded threeprong outlet.

Do not, under any circumstance, cut or extract the third prong from the plug.

NOTE: Before installation, cleaning or replacing light

bulbs, you must disconnect the appliance from the power source. When ﬁnished, plug the appliance back in and adjust the thermostat to the desired position.

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3 prong grounding Ensure proper plug ground exists before use

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

Your refrigerator must always be plugged to its own outlet which is adequately grounded. The energy current should only be 115 V ~ 60 Hz, AC or 127 V ~ 60 Hz, AC (according to the National rating). and fused at 15 or 20 A. This provides the best performance and prevents an overload which could cause a ﬁre from the overheating of the cables. It is recommended that a separate circuit be used for this appliance, as well as a receptacle that cannot be disconnected with a switch.

Do not use an extension cable.

USE OF EXTENSION CABLES

We do not recommend the use of extension cables.

However, if you still choose to utilize an extension cable, it is absolutely necessary that it is listed in the UL (in the United States) or CSA (in Canada), that it supports three-pronged plugs and that the electrical current support a minimum of 15 A and 120 V.

The use of an extension cable will increase the amount of space needed behind the refrigerator.

WARNING

REPLACING ELECTRICAL CABLE

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by our service center or qualiﬁed LG technician to avoid any risk.

Do not extend or modify the power cord length, damage the power cord may cause electric shock or damage the unit.

PARTS AND FEATURES

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Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. Page references are included for your convenience.

NOTE: This guide covers several 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.

Custom Cube Icemaker *

Ice Bin *

Ice Tray *

Freezer Shelf

Freezer Temperature Control

Refrigerator Temperature Control

Shelves

Refrigerator Light (LED)

Crispers

F-Deco Duct

Smart Diagnosis * Door Alarm *

Freezer Light (LED)

Freezer Door Bins

Dairy Bin

Refrigerator Door Bins

Panty Drawer

* On some models

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

2” (5.08 cm)

2” (5.08 cm) 2” (5.08 cm)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

Use the assistance of two or more persons to move or install the refrigerator. Not following these instructions may cause injury to the back and other parts of the body.

UNPACKING

Before installing your refrigerator, remove any tape or temporary stickers. Do not remove any stickers that feature warnings, the model serial number or the technical label of the product located on the back of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Remove protective ﬁlm on doors before plugging in the unit (on some models).

To remove adhesive tape residue, rub it well with your ﬁngers and a little liquid detergent. Clean with warm water and let dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ﬂammable liquids or abrasive cleaning products to remove the adhesive tape or glue. These products can surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the section on “Impo

The shelves come already installed in their factory position. Remove the shelves and replace them according to your spacing needs.

Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is extremely heavy. Make sure you protect the ﬂoor when moving your refrigerator for cleaning or servicing. Always pull your refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not shift from side to side or “walk” the refrigerator when attempting to move it as this can cause damage to the ﬂoor.

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INSTALLATION

Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct

sunlight, or humidity. To avoid vibration, the unit should be leveled and

placed on even ﬂoor. If needed, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for an unleveled ﬂoor. The front should be slightly taller than the rear to ensure that the doors close properly. The leveling screws can easily be turned by slightly tilting the front of the refrigerator, turning the leveling screws clockwise ( ) to raise it and counter-clockwise ( ) t Install the refrigerator in an area between 55 °F (13 °C)

and 110 °F (43 °C). If the surrounding temperature is lower or higher than previously mentioned, it can adversely affect the unit.

o lower it.

CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat

sources, direct sunlight or humidity.

ONCE INSTALLED

1. Carefully clean your refrigerator and remove and dust

accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as the ice bin, door racks,

shelves, etc., in their proper places. These are already packed to prevent any possible damage during shipping.

3. Leave your refrigerator on for 2 to 3 hours before

storing food inside. Verify that there is a ﬂow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refriger

WARNING:

ţTake care when working with the hinges, base cover

and stops, etc. You may injure yourself.

ţDO not place your hands or any tools in the air vents,

the base cover or in the bottom of the refrigerator. This may cause injury or electrical shock.

ator is now re

ady for use.

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

Keep all ﬂammable materials and vapors (such as gasoline) away from the refrigerator. Not following these instructions may cause death, explosion or ﬁre

CAUTION:

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.

Keep a Proper Distance from Adjacent Objects

Please keep the refrigerator at an adequate distance from other objects. Insufﬁcient spacing can reduce the refrigerator’s freezing efﬁciency and increase electricity consumption.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Hinge Pin

Middle Hinge Bracket

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

(For additional support on this topic, including helpful videos, please visit us at: www.lg.com

If entrance is lees than 35 inches wide, the refrigerator’s door will need to be removed. IMPORTANT: Before starting, turn off and unplug the refrigerator. Remove all food and the racks from the doors.

TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE

1/4 in 3/8 in

10 mm

Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver No. 2 Flat Head Screwdriver Adjustable Wrench

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Remove food and any door rack from the refrigerator. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.

1. Removing Freezer Door

Fig. 3

ţGently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a ﬂat head

screwdriver and remove it. See Fig. 1.

Fig. 1

ţUsing 10 mm or 3/8 inch socket wrench, remove

the three bolts and lift the Top Hinge (See Fig. 2). Set parts aside.

Fig. 2

2. Removing Refrigerator Door

ţ Loose and remove the two bolts and the screw to

remove the middle hinge bracket from refrigerator housing (Figure 4). Set parts aside (Figure 5).

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

ţLift freezer door slightly and remove it (See Fig. 3) Set

parts aside.

ţLift up door slightly and remove it (See Figure 6).

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Fig. 6

To replace doors, begin with refrigerator door and then follow with freezer door.

3. Replacing Refrigerator Door

Set door on Bottom Hinge Pin (See Figure 7). Place hinge pin of middle bracket inside the hinge pin insert on the top of the door (See Figure 8). Hold the door in place and line up the hinge with the holes in the refrigerator housing.

Fig. 7

Fig. 9

4. Replacing Freezer Door

Set the freezer door onto the Middle Hinge pin (Figure

10).

Place upper hinge in the top of the freezer door and

line up the hinge with the holes in top of refrigerator. Use the three bolts to fasten the hinge (See Figure 11).

Fig. 10

Bottom Hinge Pin

Fig. 8

Use the two bolts and the screw to refasten the middle

hinge with the refrigerator housing. See Figure 9.

Fig. 11

Carefully, force the top hinge cover back into place over

hinge (See Figure 12).

Fig. 12

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Hinge Pin

Middle Hinge Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert

Cover (on top of refrigerator)

HOW TO REVERSE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (on some models)

You may ﬁnd it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left opening type (factory installed) to the right opening type. Directions refer to the right side as the side on your right as you face the unit.

1/4 in 3/8 in 10 mm Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver No. 2 Flat Head Screwdriver

TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

1. Removing Freezer Door

Gently pry off the top hinge cover with a ﬂat head screwdriver and remove.

Move the Hinge Pin Insert Bracket to the other side of the door, keeping the same orientation, and move the Hinge Pin Insert into the hole on the left side of the bracket.

Using 10mm or 3/8 inch socket wrench, remove the three bolts and lift off the top hinge. Set parts aside

Slightly lift up the refrigerator door and remove it.

Turn the freezer door upside down on a non-scratch surface. Loosen the screw to remove the Door Closer/Stop and Hinge Pin Insert.

Reverse the Door Closer/Stop by ﬂipping it over. Place it on top of the Hinge Pin Insert Bracket, and tighten both down with the screw.

Pry off the cover on the top left side of the refrigerator to uncover the screw holes. Set the freezer door and top hinge parts to the side and remove the refrigerator door.

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2. Reversing and Reinstalling Refrigerator Door

Using a ¼” socket wrench, loosen and remove Hinge Pin from the Middle Hinge Bracket. Remove washer underneath the middle hinge and set aside. NOTE: At this point the door will be loose. Slightly lift the door and remove it.

Using a 3/8’’ socket wrench with a 2-Inch extension and screwdriver, loosen the two bolts and one screw, and remove the Bottom Hinge from right side of the housing.

Loosen and remove the two bolts and use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the Middle Hinge Bracket from the refrigerator housing. Set parts aside.

Remove the washer from the Bottom Hinge Pin. Using a ¼” socket wrench, loosen and remove the Hinge Pin from the Bottom Hinge. Reattach the Hinge Pin to the opposite side of the hinge. NOTE: This is easier to do while the hinge is still attached.

Remove the Decorative Caps on the bottom of the refrigerator housing. You will need these holes for the Bottom Hinge.

Move the Bottom Hinge to the left side of the housing, keeping the same orientation, and reattach with the two bolts and one screw. The ﬂat screw must be placed on the exterior side of the hinge. Move the Decorative Bolt to the hole on the lower right side of the housing.

Turn the refrigerator door upside down on a nonsc

ratching surface. Loosen the two screws to remove the Bottom Hinge Pin Insert Bracket with the Hingr Pin Insert.

Hinge Pin Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert

Hinge Pin Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert

Middle Hinge Bracket

Flange

Decorative Screw

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Take out the Hinge Pin Insert and move the Bracket to the other side of the door, keeping the same orientation. Place the Hinge Pin Insert into the left side of the bracket. Tighten the Hinge Pin Bracket to the door.

Flip the Middle Hinge Bracket, (ﬂange will now be on top) position it on left side of the refrigerator and reattach with two bolts and a Phillips screwdriver. Place the refrigerator door down over the pin on the bottom hinge. Place the washer between the refrigerator door and middle hinge and re-attach Hinge Pin to Hinge Bracket with a ¼” socket wrench. NOTE: Bracket has been ﬂipped, but Hinge Pin stays in the same orientation with its hexagonal end facing upward.

Insert the Decorative Screw into the outer hole on the right side of the housing. Attach cover on the right side. Cover is force-ﬁtted.

With a ﬂat-head screwdriver, carefully pry off and remove the cover over the screw holes on the left side of refrigerator housing.

Remove the outer lower Decorative Screw from the housing at the area between the freezer and refrigerator doors. (You will need this hole for the Middle Hinge Bracket.)

REATTACHING THE DOORS

Place the freezer door down over the Hinge Pin on the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket.

Place the Upper Hinge Pin on top of the freezer door and line up the Upper Hinge with holes on top of the refrigerator. Use the three bolts to replace the Hinge.

Cover (on top of refrigerator)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

After changing doors, make sure that the corners of the Door Gaskets are not folded over. To ensure a good seal, apply a small amount of silicon grease on the corners of gaskets.

Tighten the bolts. Force-ﬁt Top Hinge Cover over Top Hinge.

Replace cover on the top left side of the refrigerator to the right top to cover the holes. Cover is also force-ﬁtted.

Corners

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

CLOSING AND ALIGNING THE DOORS

To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled. If necessary, adjust the Leveling Legs to compensate for unevenness of the ﬂoor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing.

Your refrigerator has three front leveling screws, one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unstable or if you would like the doors to close more easily, simply adjust the inclination of the refrigerator by following the instructions below:

NOTE: Third leveling screw is used for protection of hinge lower.

1. Plug the refrigerator into a 3 prong grounded outlet.

Move the refrigerator into its ﬁnal position. Use a 11/16” (18 mm) wrench or an adjustable wrench

to adjust the leveling screws (see Figure A), turning clockwise to raise the side of the refrigerator and

counter-clockwise to lower it. It may take several turns

to adjust it to the inclination you would like.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. This will make it easier to adjust the screws.

3. Open both doors again and check to make sure that

they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both Leveling Screws clockwise. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both Leveling Screws the

same times.

Door Alignment

If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors:

1. Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a ﬂat head

screwdriver and remove.

2. Loosen the Top Hinge Bolts using a 10 mm or 13/32

inch socket wrench or open-end wrench.

3. Have someone hold the freezer door so the space

between the two doors is even, and retighten the top hinge bolts.

4. Replace the Top Hinge Cover.

Figure A

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ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION

In order to obtain stable temperature, the air must ﬂow between the freezer and refrigerator sections. As shown in the illustration below, the cold air enters through the bottom part and circulates upward. This air returns below the freezer ﬂoor and the rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.

ADJUSTING THE CONTROLS

ţYour refrigerator has two controls that allow you to

regulate the temperature the freezer and refrigerator compartments.

ţRefrigerator Control

Initially set the Refrigerator Control on the middle setting (number 3). To do so, press the TEMPERATURE ADJUST button until it reaches the middle position (the third LED turns ON). Leave the refrigerator on this setting for 24 hours to reach the correct temperature. After 24 hours, adjust the compartment temperature as you desire. ALWAYS wait 24 hours before you adjust the temperature. If you want to set the refrigerator compartment temperature to a warmer temperature than the current, continue pressing the TEMPERATURE ADJUST button until it reaches the desired temperature.

COLDESTCOLD

TEMPERATURE

ADJUST

ţDemo Mode (For Store Use Only)

Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store. When activated, OFF will display on the control panel.

Do not block any of these vents with packages of food. This can interrupt the ﬂow of air and cause temperature and moisture problems.

IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food, make sure you wrap or cover foods tightly (See the “Food Storage Guide” section for details).

NOTE:

If you close the fresh food

compartment door applying more force than necessary, freezer door may get open and close again, due internal air ﬂow of refrigerator.

To deactivate:

Press the TEMPERATURE ADJUST button until your desired temperature setting is reached. The OFF light will turn off once the Demo Mode is deactivated.

ţFreezer Control

The freezer control should come from factory on the middle setting (number 3). Wait 24 hours before adjusting the freezer compartment temperature. Roll the knob to set the freezer temperature as you desire. ALWAYS wait 24 hours after any adjustment to reach the desired temperature.

NOTE: Setting at higher number of the Freezer compartment, the temperature of freezer compartment becomes colder.

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ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before adding food to the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is cold to your liking and ice cream is ﬁrm.

The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance. The higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control adjusts the cold air ﬂow from the freezer to the refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the freezer compartment to make it colder.

If you need to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator or freezer, begin by adjusting the refrigerator ﬁrst. Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control as well.

Use the settings listed in the table below as a guide.

CONDITION/REASON: RECOMMENDED

ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR section is too warm

Opening the door often Adding a large amount of food Room temperature is very warm

FREEZER section is too warm/ ice is made too slowly

Opening the door often Adding a large amount of food Room temperature is very low (not cycling often enough) Using ice frequently Air vents blocked by objects

REFRIGERATOR section is too cold

Controls not set correctly for your conditions

FREEZER section is too cold

Controls not set correctly for your conditions

Adjust the REFRIGERATOR setting to the next highest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

Adjust the FREEZER setting to the next highest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

Remove any objects blocking air ﬂow.

Adjust the REFRIGERATOR setting to the next lowest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

Adjust the FREEZER setting to the next lowest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

ITEMS HOW TO STORE Storing Fresh Food Wrap or store food in the

refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to ensure freshness.

Butter or margarine

Cheese Store in original packaging until

Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers)

Fruit Wash and let dry; store in plastic

Leafy Vegetables Remove original packaging and

Fish Consume ﬁsh or seafood the

Chef Fresh Store any meat in original airtight,

Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic

Store opened butter in a covered dish or in a closed compartment. When storing a larger quantity, wrap in freezer packing and freeze.

you are ready to use it. Once opened, tightly rewrap with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Place in bags or plastic containers inside the crisper.

bags in the refrigerator. Do not wash or pit berries until you are ready to eat them. Berries should be selected and kept in their original packaging (if there is any) or in a paper bag closed halfway and set on a shelf.

trim any dirty or discolored parts. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in a plastic bag or plastic container and store in the crisper.

same day purchased.

moisture-proof packaging. Rewrap if necessary.

wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with airtight lids can also be used.

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REFRIGERATOR SHELVES

The glass shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs.

Adjusting the shelves to ﬁt different heights of items will make ﬁnding the exact item you want easier. Doing so will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open which will save energy.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact.

NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them.

Adjusting Shelves

Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want.

To remove a shelf—Tilt up the back of the shelf in the direction of 1 and lift it in the direction of 2 . Pull the shelf out.

PANTRY DRAWER (on some models)

To remove the Pantry Drawer:

Grasp the drawer handle and pull it forward to the drawer stop. Lift up and pull out.

To reinstall a shelf—Slide the shelf into the guides until it stops.

To replace the Pantry Drawer:

Slide the drawer back all the way past the drawer stop.

Ice Tray (On some models)

indicated in the picture. Do not overﬁll with water or ice cubes will be difﬁcult to remove

freezer dial to 3.

Twist the ice tray to remove the ice cubes

so may result in damage to the tray.

pour water on the back of the tray or soak it in water before removing ice cubes.

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HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPERS

The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer.

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisturesealed crispers by adjusting the control to any setting between VEGETABLES and FRUIT.

VEGETABLES keeps moist air in the crisper for best

storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

FRUIT lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage

of fruit.

To remove and install the crisper drawers:

1. Pull the crisper drawer out to the drawer stop.

2. Lift the front of the crisper up, then pull it straight out.

3. To install, slightly tilt up the front, insert the drawer into

the frame and push it back into place, past the drawer stop.

To remove the crisper cover:

1. Remove both crisper drawers.

2. Remove the crisper glass.

3. While holding the support and crisper cover, pull up and out.

DOOR BINS

The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjustment.

1. To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull straight out.

To remove the crisper glass:

1. Remove the crisper drawers (as described above).

2. Reach in under the glass and lift up.

3. Gently push the glass up and out.

2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place.

NOTE: Some bins may vary in appearance and will only ﬁt in one location.

DAIRY BIN

1. To remove the Dairy Bin, simply lift up and pull out.

2. To replace the Dairy Bin, slide it in above the desired support slots and push down until it stops.

Dairy Bin

REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

Do not use ﬂammable cleaners. Not following these instructions can cause death, explosion or ﬁre.

The refrigerator, as well as the freezer, do their own de-freezing. This process does not prevent the build up of contaminants, therefore it is suggested that you clean both parts once a month; clean spilled liquids immediately.

REFRIGERATOR CLEANING

ţUnplug your refrigerator. ţPull out all of the removable parts (such as the

vegetable and dairy doors).

ţUse a clean sponge (or a soft rag) and use it with

lukewarm water mixed with detergent. Do not use abrasive or concentrated cleaners.

ţHand wash it, and dry it thoroughly. ţPlug the refrigerator back in.

OUTSIDE

Wax the outside in order to create better protection. Make sure you use a product speciﬁcally design to be used for electro-domestic products (car wax is acceptable). Use a clean, soft rag, and perform this task twice a year. For metal-made refrigerators, do not wax, simply clean it with water and detergent. Do not use concentrated or abrasive products.

BACK COVER

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

NOTE: Back Cover should only be removed by a qualiﬁed technician.

In order to get an efﬁcient performance of your refrigerator, clean the back cover of it at least twice a year.

BACK

COVER

REPLACING REFRIGERATOR LIGHTS

The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights are LED interior lighting, and service should be performed by a qualiﬁed technician.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

In case of STS, apply cleaner in same direction that hair line of STS.

NOTE: Avoid the usage of chemical products that contain phosphates or bleach.

INSIDE (Allow freezer to slightly warm up a small degree to prevent cloth from sticking)

In order to eliminate bad odors, clean the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking powder and lukewarm water (one teaspoon of baking powder per cup of water). Ensure that the powder dissolves thoroughly, in order to prevent any sort of damage.

DOOR LINING AND GASKETS

Use only a mild detergent (such as dish soap).

PLASTIC PARTS (Covers and Panels)

Do not use abrasive, paper or rough products. These could damage the product.

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POWER INTERRUPTIONS

1. In case of a black out, call your electric company and

ask how long it will last.

2. In case of a 24 hour or less black out, do not open the

refrigerator; this will keep the food fresh.

3. In case of a longer black out, do one of the following

options:

ţ Pull out all of the frozen food and keep them in an ice

chest.

ţ Put 2 lbs (907 g) of frozen ice (make sure you use

gloves) for each square foot (28 L) inside the freezer. This task will preserve the food from 2 to 4 days.

ţ In case you do not possess neither ice chest or dry ice,

consume your food as soon as possible.

REMEMBER: In a power failure, a full freezer stays cold longer than a partially ﬁlled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be safely refrozen, although the quality and ﬂavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor or if you feel it unsafe, dispose of it.

WHEN GOING ON VACATION

If you decide to leave your refrigerator on when going away, consider these steps:

1. Consume all of the perishable items and freeze the

rest.

2. Empty the ice bin.

When your refrigerator arrives to your home, put everything back into place and read the “Refrigerator Installation” in order to obtain installation preparation. In case your refrigerator has a factory ice maker, remember you have to reconnect the water supply.

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If you decide to leave your refrigerator off:

1. Remove all of the food.

2. Unplug your refrigerator.

3. Clean and dry it well.

4. Make sure the doors stay open (use blocks or tape) in

der to prevent bad odors and fungi from happening.

WHEN MOVING

If you decide to take your refrigerator with you when moving, consider the following:

1. Remove all of the food from it, and place the frozen

food in an ice chest with dry ice.

2. Unplug your refrigerator.

3. Empty the water from its tray.

4. Clean and dry it with a rag.

5. Pull out all of the removable parts, and wrap them with

adhe

sive tape.

6. Depending on the model of the refrigerator, lift the top

part of the refrigerator so it can roll with ease, or screw the levelers so it won´t scratch the ﬂoor. Consult to the section “Closing and Aligning Doors”.

7. Keep the doors closed with the cable glued to the

refrigerator cabinet with an adhesive tape.

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