LG LFD20786 Owner's Manual

LFD20786**

P/No. MFL67700801

www.lg.com

OWNER’S MANUAL

BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR

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

Model Name **=color number

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL

1

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, handle and drawers 6-11
Leveling and Door Alignment 12

Using your Refrigerator 13-20

Adjusting Control Settings 13-14
Automatic Icemaker 15
Food Storage Guide 16

Refrigerator Section

Water Dispenser 17
Refrigerator Shelves 18
Humidity Controlled Crisper 19
Glide ‘N’ Serve 19
Door Bins 20
Dairy Bin 20

Freezer Section
Durabase 20
Durabase Divider 20
Pullout Drawer 20

Water filter 21-24

Care and cleaning 25-26

General cleaning tips 25

Connecting the Water Line 27- 2 9

Troubleshooting Guide 30-38

Warranty 39

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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:

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.

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:

•NEVER disconnect the refrigerator by pulling the
power cord, always grip the plug firmly and disconnect
it directly from the outlet.

•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.

•When moving your refrigerator, take care not to roll
over the electrical cord.

•DO NOT store or use gasoline or other combustible
liquids or vapors in proximity with this or any other
electrical appliance.

•DO NOT permit children to climb, stand or swing from
the doors or shelves of the refrigerator. This can cause
serious injury to them and damage to the product.

•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.

•Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or repairing.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any repair
services be performed by a qualified professional.

•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.

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

could explode after freezing and cause damage.

•For your safety, this product should be properly
grounded. Have a qualified professional check the
electrical circuit and outlet to ensure a proper ground
connection.

•Read all instructions before utilizing the product. Utilize
this product only as explicitly expressed in this guide.

•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.

•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.

•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 other foods.
Use refrozen products as soon as possible in order to
maintain their quality”.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

WARNING

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

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This appliance is not intended for use by children, persons with physical or mental disabilities, persons with reduced
sensory or mental capacity, or persons with lack of 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.

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.

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

• Remove the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so that children

cannot easily become stuck in them.

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

If you decide to throw out 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.

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

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, A.C. 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. It is your responsibility
and obligation to replace two-prong outlets with that of
an adequately grounded three-prong 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.

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.

CAUTION

DANGER:

CHILDREN MAY BECOME TRAPPED

CFC DISPOSAL

REQUIREMENTS FOR GROUND CONNECTION

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PARTS AND FEATURES

Read this section to familiarize yourself with the parts and features of your new refrigerator.

NOTE: This guide covers different models. Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed
below. The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model.

Refrigerator Light

Water Filter

Refrigerator Shelves

Modular Door Binsr

Humidity Controlled Crisper

Glide ‘N’ Serve

Automatic Icemaker

Ice Bin

Pullout Drawer

Durabaser

Durabase Divider

Dairy Bin

Water Tank Cover

* On some models

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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.

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 damage the
surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see
the section on “Important Safety Instructions”.

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.

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

INSTALLATION

1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct

sunlight, or humidity.

2. To avoid vibration, the unit should be leveled. 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

(

) to lower it.

3. 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.

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 refrigerator is now ready for use.

WARNING:

•Take care when working with the hinges, base cover
and stops, etc. You may injure yourself.

•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.

INSTALLATION OF BASE GRILLE

Uninstalling or Replacing the Base Grille

1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of

your refrigerator (see Figure A).

2. Take off the cover.

Figure A

Installing the Base Grille

1. Align the bottom cover and place in position. Insert

the 2 screws and twist in place (see Figure B).

Figure B

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.

(5.08 cm) 2”

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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

For moving the refrigerator through a house door, it might be necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door
handles.

NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow
opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.

TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE

10 mm
1/4 in 1/4 in

3/8 in 3/32 in
Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver Flat Head Screwdriver Allen Wrench

HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from

illustrations on this page.

Removing Refrigerator Handle

Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and
remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a ¼ in. Allen wrench.

HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from

illustrations on this page.

Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle

Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle
footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening
the set screws with a 3/32 in Allen wrench.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a
¼ in. Allen wrench.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Mounting
Fasteners

Set Screw

Allen

Wrench

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow

opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.

HOW TO REMOVE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on

this page.

Removing Freezer Drawer Handle

Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the
handle with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a 1/4 in. Allen wrench.

HOW TO REPLACE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on

this page.

Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle

Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle
footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening
the set screws with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed, use a ¼ in. Allen wrench

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REMOVING AND REPLACING
REFRIGERATOR DOORS

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard:

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

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

•Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. 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.

To remove the left refrigerator door:

On the back of the refrigerator, pull the water tube out of
the collet fitting on the connector by pressing the fitting
release ring (see picture below).

CAUTION: Before you begin, remove food and bins
from the doors.

1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).

2. Remove the cover.

3. Pull out the tube (3).

4. Disconnect all wire harnesses (4).

5. Remove the grounding screw (5).

6. Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise. Lift the top
hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).
CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch,
be careful that the door does not fall forward.

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

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

To remove the right refrigerator door:

1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).

2. Remove the cover.

3. Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift the top hinge
(4) free of the hinge lever latch (5).
CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.

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

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

(1)

(2)

(4)

(3)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(5)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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Reinstalling the Refrigerator Door

Left Door

1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (10).

2. Fit top hinge (7) over hinge lever latch (8) and into
place. Rotate lever (6) clockwise to secure hinge.

3. Install the grounding screw (5) and connect the two
wire harnesses (4).

4. Push the water tube (3) located at the top of the left
door into the hole beside the left hinge on the top of
the cabinet until it exits through the back.

5. Insert the water supply tube (3) into the connector
until you see only one scale mark. Fully insert the tube
over 5/8 in. (15 mm).

6. Hook tabs on left side of hinge cover (1) under the
edge of the top hinge (7) and position the cover in
place. Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).

CAUTION

Right Door

1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (9).

2. Fit top hinge (4) over hinge lever latch (5) and into
place. Rotate lever (3) counterclockwise to secure
hinge.

3. Hook the tabs on right side of hinge cover (2) under
the edge of the top hinge (4) and position the cover in
place. Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

(1)

(2)

(4)

(3)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(5)

After inserting, pull the tube to
make sure that it is secure and
reinsert the clip.

Tube

Scale Mark

Collet

Clip

(9)

(10)

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HOW TO REMOVE THE FREEZER DRAWER

WARNING: Use two or more people to remove and

install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in
back or other injury.

Press the tabs on each of the rail covers and lift them up
to separate from the rail assembly.

Remove the screws (2) of the rail on both sides.

Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up to separate
it from the rails.

With both hands, hold the center bar and push it in to
allow both rails to slide in simultaneously.

CAUTION: Do not hold the handle when removing or
replacing the drawer. The handle may come off and it
could cause personal injury.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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HOW TO REPLACE THE FREEZER DRAWER

With both hands, pull out the center bar until the rail
is fully extended.

Hook the door support into the rail tabs on both sides.

Lower the drawer into its final position and tighten the
screws (3) .

With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the
lower basket (4) in the rail assembly.

WARNING: If the Durabase divider is removed, there is
enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside.
To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or
suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to touch or go
near the freezer drawer.

WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on freezer
drawer.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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4

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LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT

Leveling

After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong
grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the final position.

Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs—one on the right
and one on the left. Adjust the legs to alter the tilt from front­to-back or side-to-side. If your refrigerator seems unsteady, or
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator’s
tilt using the instructions below:

NOTE: Tools Required: 11/16” wrench or flat blade screwdriver.

1. Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that side of the

refrigerator or to the right to lower it. It may take several turns of
the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push backward against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off of the leveling legs. This
makes it easier to adjust the legs.

2. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they
close easily. If the doors do not close easily, tilt the refrigerator
slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs to the
left. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling legs the same amount.

NOTE: Your refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food
doors. Either door can be opened or closed independently of
the other. You may have to exert slight pressure on the doors to
get them to close completely.

Door Alignment

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

1. With one hand, lift up the door that you would like to
raise at the middle hinge.

2. With your other hand, use pliers to insert snap ring as
shown.

3. Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned.
(Three snap rings are provided with the refrigerator in the
Use & Care Guide packet.)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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SETTING THE CONTROLS

AIRFLOW

The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for
the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections).
The colder the 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.

Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food
section and back again through air vents in the wall
dividing the two sections. Be sure not to block vents while
packing your refrigerator. Doing so will restrict airflow and
may cause the refrigerator temperature to become too
warm or cause interior moisture buildup. (See air flow
diagram below.)

Temperature

•The Refrigerator Temp Control ranges from 33°F to
46°F (0°C to 8°C). Press the Refrigerator button to

cycle through the available temperature settings one
increment at a time.

•The Freezer Temp Control range is from -6°F to 8°F
(-21°C to -13°C). Press the Freezer button to cycle through

the available temperature settings one increment at a
time.

NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours
before making additional adjustments. The controls are
set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you would
like and when ice cream is firm. If the temperature in
either compartment is too cold or too warm, change the
setting one increment at a time. Wait 24 hours for the
change to stabilize before adjusting again.

Dispenser

Some dripping may occur after dispensing water. Hold
your cup beneath the dispenser for a few seconds after
dispensing to catch all of the drops.

NOTE: The dispenser will not work if any door is left open
or if the control lock is engaged.

Express Frz

•When you press the Express Frz button, the Express Frz
graphic will illuminate in the display and will continue for
24 hours. The function will automatically shut off after
24 hours.

•You can stop this function manually by touching the
button one more time.

•This function increases both ice making and freezing
capabilities.

Water Filter Reset

When the water filter indicator turns on, you have to
change the water filter. After changing the water filter,
press and hold the Express Frz (Filter Reset) button for
three seconds to turn the indicator light off. You need to
change the water filter approximately every six months.

Light

Press the Light button to turn the light on and off. When
dispensing water, a light underneath the water switch will
illuminate.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR