LG LBC24360ST/03, LBC24360ST/02, LBC24360ST/01 Owner’s Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.

Model Name/Nombre del modelo =color number/número de color** Model Name/Nombre del modelo =color number/número de color#

GM-B22#QTB GM-B24#QTB LBC24360**

P/No. : MFL67851401-5

LBN22370** LDC22370** LDC24370**

LDN22470** LDCS24223*

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 PRODUCT FEATURES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

7 COMPONENTS

7 Refrigerator Exterior

8 Refrigerator Interior

10 INSTALLATION

10 Installation Overview

11 Specications

12 Unpacking Your Refrigerator

12 Choosing the Proper Location

12 - Flooring

13 - Ambient Temperature

13 - Measuring the Clearances

13 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator

Door Handles

14 Removing/Assembling the Freezer

Drawer Handle

14 Removing/Assembling the Doors and

Drawers

19 Reversing Door Opening Direction

19 - Reversing the Refrigerator Handle

20 - Reversing the Doors

27 Connecting the Water Line

27 - Before Yo

27 - Water Pressure

27 - What You Will Need

28 - Water Line Installation Instructions

30 Turning On the Power

31 Leveling and Door Alignment

31 - Leveling

31 - Door Alignment

u Begin

32 HOW TO USE

32 Before Use

33 Control Pad

33 - Control Pad Features

34 Automatic Icemaker

- Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or O

35 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker O

35 - Normal Sounds You May Hear

35 - Preparing for Vacation

36 Storing Food

36 - Food Preservation Location

38 - Food Storage Tips

38 - Storing Frozen Food

39 Humidity Controlled Crisper and

Glide’N’Serve

Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins

41 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves

42 MAINTENANCE

42 Cleaning

43 SMART DIAGNOSIS

43 Using Smart Diagnosis

44 TROUBLESHOOTING

52 WARRANTY

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PRODUCT FEATURES

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* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.

DOOR ALARM

The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer drawer remains open. If a refrigerator door or freezer drawer is left open for more than 60 seconds, a warning alarm sounds at 30 second intervals.

HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPERS

The Humidity Controlled Crispers are designed to help keep fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp. You can control the amount of humidity in the crispers by adjusting the settings between Low and High.

ICE PLUS

Ice production can be increased by approximately 20 percent when the freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour period.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 or CAUTION. These words mean:

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

Power

NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug rmly and pull it

straight out from the outlet. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a

similarly qua ed person in order to avoid a safety hazard. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

Do not use an uncerti

Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.

Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.

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

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

product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following :

ed power outlet.

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Installation

Contact an authorized service center before you install or relocate the refrigerator. When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power

cord.

Prior to use, ensure that you are connecting this product to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for use with this product (115V, 60Hz, AC only). It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.

Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.

Use

DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

Do not hang on t

Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.

Do not put live animals inside the refrigerator.

Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service center before resuming use. Do not touch or disassemble the electrical outlet of the

gerator.

refri

In the event of a refrigerant leak, adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service center.

Do not use or place or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of ammable gas.

o or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

ammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure

able substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following :

This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials or for use on ships, etc.

Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

When you replace the lamp in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn o the power.

Do not modify or extend the power cord.

Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove interior odors.

For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the electrical circuit checked by a qualied electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Do not use an outlet that can be turned o with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Do not use extension cords and adapters ungrounded.

Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke coming from the appliance.

Turn the power o if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.

Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.

Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.

Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.

In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place ngers or hands on the automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.

Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when the refrigerator is in operation.

Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.

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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Do not refreeze frozen food that has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health issue.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC or HCFC coolant is removed for proper disposal by a qualied servicer. If you release CFC/HCFC coolant, you may be ned or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant environmental law.

Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When disposing of the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take o the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

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precautions should be followed, including the following :

WARNING

Installation

The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator.

Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other packing materials out of the reach of children.

The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.

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Close the door carefully when children are around.

necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.

If you store food improperly, be aware that it may fall and cause injury.

Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.

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Maintenance

Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.

areas regularly.

Do not store, disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.

Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins.

Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

before plugging it back in.

If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the refrigerator immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.

WARNING:

cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to

NOTE

a special elimination process. Before discontinuing use of this refrigerator, contact local authorities to arrange for safe disposal of the unit.

COMPONENTS

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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.

*The appearance and specications of the actual product may dier depending on the model.

Refrigerator Exterior

Handle

Opens and closes the door.

Refrigerator

Preserves food.

Handle

Opens the freezer door.

Ez Handle

Easily opens the freezer door. (*On some models)

Freezer

Preserves frozen food.

COMPONENTS

Refrigerator Interior (Freezer Drawer Model)

LED interior lamps

The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator.

Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. (Half or full Type)

Crisper

Controls humidity and helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp.

Glide‘N’Serve

Used for large party trays, deli items and beverages.

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Dairy Product Bin

Used to preserve dairy products.

Fold-Up Bin

Can be folded up when tall storage is needed in the Door Bin.

Door Bin

Interchangeable bins can be arranged to suit your storage needs.

Auto Closing Door

The refrigerator door and freezer drawers close automatically when you push them slightly.

Pullout Drawer

Used for extra storage within the freezer compartment.

Durabase® and Durabase® Divider

The Durabase is a storage space recommended for the preservation of large food items. The Durabase Divider is used to organize the Durabase area into sections. It can be adjusted from side to side to

COMPONENTS

Refrigerator Interior (Freezer Swing Model)

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Dairy Product Bin

Used to preserve dairy products.

LED interior lamps

The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator.

Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf

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

Crisper

Controls humidity and helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp.

Glide‘N’Serve

Used for large party trays, deli items and beverages.

Fold-Up Bin

Can be folded up when tall storage is needed in the Door Bin.

Door Bin

Interchangeable bins can be arranged to suit your storage needs.

Auto Closing Door

The refrigerator door and freezer drawers close automatically when you push them slightly.

Pullout Drawer

Used for extra storage within the freezer compartment.

Durabase® and Durabase® Divider

The Durabase is a storage space recommended for the preservation of large food items. The Durabase Divider is used to organize the Durabase area into sections. It can be adjusted from side to side to accommodate items of dierent sizes.

INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions rst after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.

1 Unpacking your

refrigerator

2 Choosing the proper

location

3 Disassembling/Assembling

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4 Connecting the water

supply and water line

5 Leveling and Door

Alignment

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Speciﬁcations

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improvements.

Dimensions

Net weight

24 cu. ft. models

22 cu. ft. models

24 cu. ft. models

22 cu. ft. models

32 3/4’’ (W) X 34 7/8’’ (D) X 69 7/8’’ (H), 62 ¾’’ (D w/ door open)

833.1 mm (W) X 886.4 mm (D) X 1775.5 mm (H), 1592.5 mm (D w/ door open)

29 3/4’’ (W) X 34 7/8’’ (D) X 68 ½’’ (H), 59 ¾ (D w/ door open)

756.9 mm (W) X 886.4 mm (D) X 1739.9 mm (H), 1516.5 mm (D w/ door open)

248.5 lb. (112.7 Kg) – Freezer Drawer models

235.2 lb. (106.7 Kg) – Freezer Swing models

230.8 lb. (104.7 Kg) – Freezer Drawer models

216.3 lb. (98.1 Kg) – Freezer Swing models

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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, Installations labels or the Circuit Diagram located in the backward of 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

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,

ammabl uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

DANGER

Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service,

the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator

could occur.

such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in

gers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Choosing the Proper Location

Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected for the automatic icemaker.

NOTE

The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi (0,138 - 0,82 MPa) on models

120 psi (0,276 - 0,82 MPa) on models with a

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115/127 V ~ 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 A. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house

hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the refrigerator in a wet or damp area.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be leveled and installed on a solidly constructed

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Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position. Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. The leveling legs can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling legs to the left to raise the unit or to the right to lower it. (See Leveling and Door Alignment.)

NOTE

Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended.

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Ambient Temperature

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Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C). If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high, cooling ability may be adversely aected.

Measuring the Clearances

Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 33 ¾ inches (86 cm) in front of the refrigerator to open the doors, and at least 2 inches (5.08 cm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.

33 ¾ ” (86 cm)

Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator Door Handles

NOTE

When it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below. The appearance of the handle may vary from what is shown in the illustrations.

Removing the Handles

Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in.

(2.5 mm) Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners that

connect to the refrigerator door and handle using a remove the mounting fasteners.

/4 in. (6.35 mm) Allen wrench, and

2” (5.08 cm)

Assembling the Handles

Assemble the mounting fasteners at

both ends of the handle using a (6.35 mm) Allen wrench.

Place the handle on the door by tting

the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws

with a

/32 in. (2.5 mm) Allen wrench.

/4 in.

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Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle (On Freezer Drawer Models)

Removing the Handle

Assembling the Handle

Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners that

connect to the freezer drawer and handle using a (6.35 mm) Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the handle using a (6.35 mm) Allen wrench.

/4 in.

/32 in. (2.5 mm)

/4 in.

Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers

When it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure.

CAUTION

If your entrance door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway.

Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.

Be careful when handling the hinge and stopper. You may be injured.

Remove food and bins before detaching the doors and drawers.

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Place the handle on the door by tting

the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 3/32 in. (2.5 mm) Allen wrench.

CAUTION

When assembling or disassembling the handles:

Grasp the handle tightly to avoid dropping it.

Do not swing the handle into nearby people or animals.

Make sure that the bracket hole of the handle ts properly into the stopper bolt of the door. Assemble the set screws to x the handle into place.

Make sure that there is not a gap between the door and handle after assembling the handle.

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Removing the Refrigerator Door

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Remove the top hinge cover screws .

Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a at-head screwdriver.

Remove the three bolts using a 10mm or

13/32-inch socket wrench and lift o the top hinge. Set parts aside.

Assembling the Refrigerator Door

Make sure that the plastic sleeve is

inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower

the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the gure.

Line up the top hinge with the holes in the

top of the refrigerator. Use the three bolts to replace the hinge. Tighten the bolts.

WARNING

When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and

remove the door.

WARNING

Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.

Replace the cover. Insert and tighten the

cover screws

Removing the Freezer Drawers (On Freezer Drawer Models)

The top and bottom drawers are all removed in the same way. In the following gures, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity.

WARNING

Use two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come o, causing personal injury.

Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the drawer.

When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to damage the oor.

Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.

To prevent accidents, keep children and pets away from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer open.

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Slide out the bar.

Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to

remove it from the rails.

WARNING

Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come o, causing personal injury.

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Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Lift the Durabase basket up and out,

making sure to clear the rail system.

Remove the screws at the ends of both rails.

Holding one rail with each hand, push the

rails in simultaneously.

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Assembling the Freezer Drawers

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(On Freezer Drawer Models)

The top and bottom drawers are all assembled in the same way.

Using two hands, pull out both rails

simultaneously until they are fully extended.

Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the

drawer supports into the rail tabs located on both sides.

Reinstall the bar in the drawer supports.

Lower the door into nal position and

tighten the screws located on both sides.

CAUTION

Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come o, causing personal injury.

With the drawer pulled out to full

extension, insert the lower basket in the rail assembly.

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