LG LDC24370SW/00, LBC24360SW/00, LBC24360ST/00 Owner’s Manual

Life's Good

BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR

Please read this owner's manua thoroughly before
operating and keep if handy for reference at all times

LDC24370 _
LBC24360 _

P/No. : MFL6'7851401

LDC22370 _
LDN22470 _

LBN22370 _

2 TABLEOFCONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 PRODUCT FEATURES

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

7 COMPONENTS

7 Refrigerator Exterior
8 Refrigerator interior

1 0 INSTALLATION

10 Installation Overview
11 Specifications

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 You Begin
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

32 HOW TO USE

32 Before Use
33 Control Pad

33 - Control Pad Features
34 Automatic Icemaker
34 -Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off

35 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off
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

40 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

PRODUCT FEATURES 3

PRODUCT FEATURES

* 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 hetp 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,

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

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 WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:

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

Z_ CAUTION indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result

in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.

z_ WARNING

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

Power

• NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pun 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 qualified person in order to avoid a safety hazard. Do not use acord that shows cracks or

abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

• Do not use an uncertified power outlet.

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

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

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 to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator's dispenser.

• 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.

• Inthe 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

refrigerator.

• Inthe event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure
adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service center.

• Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator
or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable gas.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

To reduce the risk of fire, 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 off 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 qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

• Do not use an outlet that can be turned off 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 an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.

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

• Turn the power off 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 fingers 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 qualified servicer. If you release CFC/HCFC coolant, you may be fined 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 off 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.

6 IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety

precautions should be followed, including the following :

_ CAUTION

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.

Use

Close the door carefully when children are around.
Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are

necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.
If you store food improperly, be aware that it may fan and cause injury.

Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.

Maintenance

Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.
Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact

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.

If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, wait for at least five minutes
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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

COMPONENTS 7

COMPONENTS

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 specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.

Refrigerafor Exferior

<Freezer Drawer model>

1

Handle
Opens and closes

the door.

Refrigerator
Preserves food.

LED Light
LED lights up when

the freezer door is

opened.

Handle
Opens the freezer

door.

Ez Handle
Easily opens the freezer

door. (×On some models)

Freezer

Preserves frozen food.

<Freezer Swing model>

8 COMPONENTS

Refrigerafor Inferior (Freezer Drawer Model)

LED interior lamps
The interior lamps light up

the inside of the refrigerator.

Adjustable
Refrigerator Shelf
The shelves inyour
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.

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

accommodate items of different sizes.

IRefrigerafor Inferior (Freezer Swing 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.

Crisper
Controls humidity and

helps vegetables and

fruit to stay crisp.

Glide'N'Serve

Used for large party
trays, deli items and
beverages.

COMPONENTS9

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.

The refrigerator door and
freezer drawers close

automatically when you
push them slightly.

Used for extra storage
within the freezer

compartment.

g Door

Drawer

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 different sizes.

10 INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

Insfallafion Overview

Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting

it to another location.

1 Unpacking your 2 Choosing the proper 3 Disassembling/Assembling

refrigerator location

4 Connecting the water 5 Leveling and Door

supply and water line Alignment

INSTALLATION 11

Speci{icafions

The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product

improvements.

24 cu. ft.

models 831mm (W) X 836.5mm (D) X 1776.5mm (H), 1592.5mm (D w/door

Dimensions

22 cu. ft.

models

24 cu. ft. 248.5 lb. (t 12.7 Kg)- Freezer Drawer models

models 235.2 lb. (106.7 Kg)- Freezer Swing models

Net weight

22 cu. ft. 252.9 lb. (114.7 Kg)- Freezer Drawer models

models 216.3 lb. (98.1 Kg)- Freezer Swing models

24 cu. ft.

Refrigerator models

storage
capacity 22 cu. ft.

models

24 cu. ft.

Freezer models

storage
capacity 22 cu. ft.

models

32 3A" (W) X 33" (D)X 70" (H), 62 3/4"(D w/door open)

open)

29 3/4,,(W) X 33" (D)X 68 1/2"(H), 59 3/4(D w/door open)
755mm (W) X 836.5mm (D) X 1740.5mm (H), 1516.5mm (D w/door

open)

16.3 cu. ft.

14.7 cu. ft.

7.5 cu. ft.

7.1 cu. ft.

12 INSTALLATION

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

"Z_ WARNING

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,

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.
Keep flammable materials and vapors,

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

fire, explosion, or death.

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 Tech Sheet that is located under the

front 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.

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

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 on models without a
water filter and between 40 and 120 psi I

on models with a water filter, j

The refrigerator should always be plugged
into its own individual properly grounded

electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts, 60 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.

o reduce the risk of electric shock, do __i

/ -T_I WARNING /

install the refrigerator in awet or damp
area.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be

leveled and installed on a solidly constructed
floor. If required, 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. 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

platform or weakly supported structur_

J

INSTALLATION 13

Ambient Temperature

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 affected.

Measuring the Clearances
Too smatl of a distance from adjacent items

may result in lowered freezing capability and
increased electricity consumption charges.

Allow at least 33 3Ainches (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 sA " (86 cm)

Removing/Assembling the
Refrigerator Door Handles

F L_ 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 inthe illustrations.

Removing the Handles

Loosen the set screws D with a 3/ in.
Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners _ that
connect to the refrigerator door and handle

using a _/4in. Allen wrench, and remove
the mounting fasteners.

32

-,_ 2" (5.08 cm)

Assembling the Handles

1 Assemble the mounting fasteners D at

both ends of the handle using a _/4in.
Allen wrench.

Place the handle on the door by fitting
the handle footprints over the mounting

fasteners and tightening the set screws
with a 3/_2in. Allen wrench.

14 INSTALLATION

Removing/Assembling fhe
Freezer Drawer Handle

(On Freezer Drawer Models)

Removing "the Handle

1 Loosen the set screws 0 located on the

lower side of the handle with a/s in. Atlen

wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners _ that

freezer drawer
and handle

using a/4 in.
Allen wrench,
and remove

connect to the __-_

the mounting
fasteners.

Assembling "the Handle

1 Assemble the mounting fasteners I! at

both ends of the handle using a 1/4in. Atlen
wrench.

Removing/Assembling fhe
Doors and Drawers

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

is the recommended procedure,

._//_ WARNING -._

• If your entrance door is tee 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.

Place the handle on the door by fitting
the handle
footprints over

the mounting
fasteners and

tightening the
set screws

with a/s in.
Allen wrench.

FZ_ WARNING

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 fits properly into the stopper bolt of
the door. Assemble the set screws to fix

the handle into place.

* Make sure that there is not a gap between

the door and handle after assembling the
handle.

INSTALLATION 15

Removing the Refrigerator Door Assernbling "the Refrigerator Door

Remove the top hinge cover screws O.
Lift the hook (not visible), located at the
bottom of the front side of the cover _,

with a flat-head screwdriver.

?

Remove the three bolts using a 10mm or
13/32-inch socket wrench and lift off the

top hinge. Set parts aside.

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

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 figure.

2 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.

Replace the cover. Insert and tighten the
cover screws _.

? ?

Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
remove the door.

i CAUTION "/

Place the door, inside facing up, on a

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16 INSTALLATION

Removing fhe Freezer Drawers
(On Freezer Drawer Models)

The top and bottom drawers are all removed
in the same way. In the following figures,

the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer
drawer is not shown for clarity.

F-Z_ CAUTION

* 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 off, 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 fleer.

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.

1 Pull the drawer open to full extension.

2 Lift the Durabase basket up and out,

making sure to clear the rail system.

4 Slide out the bar.

Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to
remove it from the rails.

Do not hold the handle when removing
or replacing the drawer. The handle may

come off, causing personal injury

:3 Remove the screws at the ends of both rails.

6 Holding one rail with each hand, push the

rails in simultaneously.

INSTALLATION 17

Assembling fhe Freezer Drawers
(On Freezer Drawer Models)

The top and bottom drawers are all assembled

in the same way.

1 Using two hands, pull out both rails

simultaneously until they are fully
extended.

2 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.

4 Lower the door into final position and

tighten the screws located on both sides.

CAUTION

5 With the drawer pulled out to full

extension, insert the lower basket in the
rail assembly.

18 INSTALLATION

Removing 1"he Freezer Door
(On Freezer Swing Models)

Before beginning, make sure you completely
remove the refrigerator door.

See Removing the Refrigerator Door (p.15)

_//_ CAUTION

* Use two or more people to remove and

install the freezer door. Failure to do so

can result in back or other injury.

* When you lay the door down, be careful

not to damage the floor.

* Do not sit or stand on the freezer door.

* To prevent accidents, keep children and

pets away from the door. Do not leave

the door open.

\__

Use a 1/4 inch hex socket wrench to
loosen and remove the hinge pin from
the middle hinge bracket. Use a 10 mm

or 13/32 inch socket wrench to remove
the two bolts. Remove the screw and

the washer, and set the middle hinge and
other parts aside.

Middle Hinge ji_ I S ....

Hinge Pin

Mtddle

Assembling 1"heFreezer Door

(On Freezer Swing Models)

1 Place the freezer door down on the bottom

hinge pin.

2 Put the washer between the freezer door

and the middle hinge.

Attach the middle hinge with the

previously removed two bolts and screw.
Reattach the middle hinge pin using a 1/4

in. hex socket wrench.

Middle Hinge j_//S ....

iddle Hinge Pin

r

Carefully lift up the freezer door. Remove
and place it on a non-scratching surface.

f

Hinge Pin