LG LFX21976ST User Manual [en, es, fr]

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OWNER’S MANUAL

FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR

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

LFX21976**

P.No.:MFL63264263

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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3 PRODUCT FEATURES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

7 COMPONENTS

7 Refrigerator Exterior 8 Refrigerator Interior

9 INSTALLATION

9 Installation Overview 10 Specifications 11 Unpacking Your Refrigerator 11 Choosing the Proper Location 11 - Flooring 12 - Ambient Temperature 12 - Measuring the Clearances 12 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator

Door Handles

13 Removing/Assembling the Freezer

Drawer Handle

13 Removing/Assembling the Doors and

Drawers 13 - Removing the Left Refrigerator Door 14 - Removing the Right Refrigerator Door 15 - Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door 15 - Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door 16 - Removing the Freezer Drawers 17 - Assembling the Freezer Drawers 19 Connecting the Water Line 19 - Before You Begin 19 - Water Pressure 19 - What You Will Need 20 - Water Line Installa 22 Turning On the Power 23 Leveling and Door Alignment 23 - Leveling 23 - Door Alignment

tion Instructions

24 HOW TO USE

24 Before Use 25 Control Panel 25 - Control Panel Features 27 In-Door Ice Bin 27 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin 27 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin 28 Automatic Icemaker 28 - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off 29 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off 29 - Normal Sounds You May Hear 29 - Preparing for Vacation 30 Ice and Water Dispenser 30 - Dispenser 30 - Using the Dispenser 30 - Locking the Dispenser 30 - Cleaning the Dispenser Stand 31 Storing Food 31 - Food Preservation Location 32 - Food Storage Tips 32 - Storing Frozen Food 33 Humidity Controlled Crisperand Glide’N’Serve 34 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins

35 Adjusting the Refrigerator Sh

elves

36 MAINTENANCE

36 Cleaning 37 Replacing the Water Filter

39 SMART DIAGNOSIS

39 Using Smart Diagnosis

40 TROUBLESHOOTING

50 WARRANTY

PRODUCT FEATURES

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

FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER

The water dispenser dispenses fresh, chilled water. The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice.

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 in 30 second intervals.

HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER

The Humidity Controlled Crisper is designed to help keep your fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp. You can control the amount of humidity in the crisper by adjusting the setting between Low and High.

GLIDE‘N’SERVE

Glide`N’Serve provides storage space that keeps the compartment colder than the refrigerator. It is a convenient place to store sandwiches or meat to be cooked.

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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

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always

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:

WARNING

CAUTION

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.

read and obey

all safety messages.

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

pull it straight out from the outlet. Immediately repair or replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise

damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

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 when you install or relocate the refrigerator.

When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the

power cord. Connect this product to a dedicated grounded electric outlet conforming with the rating prior

to use. 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 falling.

Use

DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the

refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. Do not place heavy objects on the dispenser of the refrigerator or hang onto it.

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

Do not put live animals inside of the refrigerator.

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

In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized

service center before use. Do not touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the refrigerator. In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator.

Ventilate sufficiently 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

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.

Do not use this product for special purposes (storage of medicine or test materials or for ships,

etc). Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

When you replace the light bulb 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 the interior odor.

For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit

checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. 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. 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 your

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 have thawed completely. It may result in a serious health issue.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper

disposal by a qualified servicer. If you release CFC 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 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

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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 packing

materials (plastic) out of reach of children.

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 in the area. If you store food properly, beware that it may fall and cause injury.

Maintenance

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

Wipe foreign objects (dust, water, etc) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas

regularly.

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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.

Refrigerator Exterior

LED Display

Displays the refrigerator and freezer temperature, the water filter condition and the dispenser status.

Ice Plus

When this feature is activated, the freezer section will run at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour period to increase ice production.

Door Alarm

A warning alarm sounds at 30second intervals when the refrigerator or freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds.

Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser

Dispenses fresh, chilled, filtered water through the door. The ice dispenser offers cubed or crushed ice.

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COMPONENTS

Refrigerator Interior

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LED Interior Lamps

The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator.

Water Filter

SpacePlus Ice System

Automatically produces 80-130 ice cubes in a 24-hour period.

Fixed Door Bins

Smart Diagnosis Speaker

Hold your phone to this speaker when activating Smart Diagnosis. Refer to the Smart Diagnosis section for more details.

Dairy Product Bin

Adjustable Refrigerator Shelves

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

Mullion

Folds in when the left door is opened.

Can Storage Bin

Used to preserve chilled food or drinks.

Glide’N’Serve

Allows you to store food items at a different temperature than the regular refrigerator area.

Auto Closing Hinge

The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically when you push them slightly. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle of less than 30°.)

Modular Door Bins

Crispers

Controls humidity and helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp.

Pullout Drawer

Durabase

Durabase Divider

INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

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

1 Unpacking your

refrigerator

4 Connecting the water

supply and water line

2 Choosing the proper

location

5 Leveling and Door

Alignment

3 Disassembling/Assembling

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Speciﬁcations

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

Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LFX21976

Description French door refrigerator

Electrical requirements 115 VAC @ 60 Hz

Min. / Max. Water pressure 20 and 120 psi (140 and 830 kPa)

Dimensions 35 3/4” (W) X 30 1/4” (D) X 69 3/4” (H), 42 1/2” (D w/ door open)

908 mm (W) X 768 mm (D) X 1772mm (H), 1073 mm (D w/ door open)

Net weight

Refrigerator storage capacity

Freezer storage capacity 5.8 cu. ft.

287 lb. (130kg)

14.7 cu. ft.

INSTALLATION

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

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.

tor shelves are installed in the shipping

Refrigera 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 (140 and 830 kPa)on models

without a water ﬁlter and between 40 and

120 psi (280 and 830kPa) on models with

a water ﬁlter.

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.

WARNING

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 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. 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.)

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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 affected.

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 24 inches (61 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.

24” (61 cm)

Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator 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.

Removing the Handles

Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in.

Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners that

connect to the refrigerator door and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, remove the mounting fasteners.

2” (5.08 cm)

Assembling the Handles

Assemble the mounting fasteners at

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

Place the handle on the door by fitting

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

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Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle

Removing the Handles

Loosen the set screws located on the

lower side of the handle with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners that

connect to the freezer drawer and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assembling the Handles

Assemble the mounting fasteners at

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

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.

WARNING

When the customer takes apart the handle or assemble it from a refrigerator, please be cautious of following things.

Hold the handle with your own hand to

make sure not to drop the handle to the floor or instep while taking apart the handle from a refrigerator. Do not swing the handle towards people or

animals after taking apart the handle. Insert the bracket hole of the handle into

the stopper bolt of the door exactly, and then assemble the set screws to fix the handle. Check if there’s any gap between the door

and handle after fixing the handle.

Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers

Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening.

WARNING

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 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.

Be careful when handling the hinge and

stopper. It may result in injury. Remove food and bins from the doors and

drawers before detaching.

Removing the Left Refrigerator Door

The water supply is connected to the

upper right part of the rear surface of the refrigerator. Remove the ring in the joint area. Hold the water supply connection and gently push the Collet to detach the water supply line as shown in and .

Collet

NOTE

Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only when detaching the left refrigerator door.

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(5)

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

Remove the cover.

Pull out the tube (3).

Disconnect all wire harnesses (4).

Remove the grounding screw (5).

Rotate the hinge lever (6)

counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).

Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and

remove the door.

Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-

scratching surface.

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(4)

Removing the Right Refrigerator Door

Open the door. Remove the top hinge

cover screw (1). Lift up the cover (2).

Remove the cover.

Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift

the top hinge (4) free of the hinge lever latch (5).

Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and

remove the door.

Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-

scratching surface.

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

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Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door

Install the right-side door first.

Lower the door onto the middle hinge

pin. Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted into the bottom of the door.

Fit the top hinge (4) over the hinge lever

latch (5) and into place.

Rotate the lever (3) counterclockwise to

secure the hinge.

Hook the tabs on the right side of the

hinge cover (2) under the edge of the top hinge (4) and position the cover in place.

Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).

Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door

Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed.

Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin.

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(3)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

Fit the top hinge (7) over the hinge lever

latch (8) and into place.

Rotate the lever (6) clockwise to secure

the hinge.

Install the grounding screws (5) and

connect the two wire harnesses (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.

Insert the water supply tube (3) into the

connector until you see only one scale mark. Fully insert the tub cover (15 mm).

Hook the tabs on the left side of the hinge

cover (1) under the edge of the top hinge (7) and position the cover in place.

Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).

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Insert the water supply tube at least 5/8 in.

(15 mm) into the connector.

Hook the tab on the door switch side

of the cover under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top.

Position the cover into place. Insert and

tighten the cover screw.

NOTE

Collet

Tube

Insert Line

Clip

Removing the Freezer Drawers

The top, middle 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.

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 and it could cause 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 floor.

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.

Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Remove the lower basket by lifting basket from rail system.

1) Gently press the Collet and insert the tube until only one line shows on the tube.

(Correct)

(Incorrect)

2) Pull the tube to make sure that the tube is tightly fastened and then insert the clip.

Press in the tabs on the rail covers and

lift them up to separate from the rail assembly.

Remove the rail screw 2 on both the left

and right rails.

With both hands, grasp the sides of the door

and pull it up to separate it from the rails.

CAUTION

When you remove the drawer, do not hold the handle. The handle may come off and it could cause personal injury.

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Assembling the Freezer Drawer

With both hands, pull out each rail

simultaneously until both rails are fully extended.

Hook the door support 1 into the rail tabs

on both sides.

Lower door into final position and tighten the

screws

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With both hands, hold each rail and push it in

to allow both rails to slide in simultaneously.

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Assembling the Freezer Drawer

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Make sure you have the correct rail cover

for each side.

Left Rail

Cover

Align the tabs on the covers with the

assembly holes on each rail, and snap the rail covers in place to secure.

Right Rail

Cover

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.

DO NOT step or sit down on freezer drawer.

With the drawer pulled out to full

extension, insert the lower basket the rail assembly.

Assembly

Hole

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Connecting the Water Line

Before You Begin

This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and can lead to water leakage or ﬂooding. Call a qualiﬁed plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.

CAUTION

To prevent burns and product damange, only connect the refrigerator water line to a cold water supply.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the OFF (O) position.

CAUTION

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.

Water Pressure

A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi (140 and 830 kPa) on models without a water ﬁlter and between 40 and 120 psi (280 and 830kPa) on models with a water ﬁlter.

If a reverse osmosis water ﬁltration system is connected to your cold water supply, this water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. Follow the following instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

If a reverse osmosis water ﬁltration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 and 60 psi ( 280 and 420 kPa), less than 2.0~3.0 sec. to ﬁll a cup of 7 oz (200 cc) capacity.

CAUTION

Wear eye protection during installation to prevent injury.

If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 21 psi (145 kPa) (takes more than 4.0 sec to ﬁll a cup of 7 oz (200 cc) capacity):

Check to see if the sediment ﬁlter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the ﬁlter if necessary.

Allow the storage tank on the reverse usage.

If the issue concerning water pressure from reverse osmosis remains, call a licensed, qualiﬁed plumber.

All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

What You Will Need

Copper Tubing,

connect the refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.

To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then, add 8 feet (2.4 m). Be sure there is sufﬁcient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in. [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

Power drill. ½ in. or adjustable

wrench. Flat blade and Phillips

head screwdrivers. Two ¼ in. outer

diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves)

copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.

¼ in. outer diameter, to

to connect the

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If your existing copper water line has a

flared fitting at the end, you will need

adapter

an stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.

Shutoff valve to

connect to the cold water line.

valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32 in. at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddletype valve complies with your local plumbing codes.

A self piercing saddle type water valve should not be used.

(available at plumbing supply

The shutoff

NOTE

Water Line Installation Instructions

WARNING

When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the device is battery powered, double insulated or grounded in a manner that will prevent the hazard of electric shock.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.

SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line.

CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.

DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a ¼ in. hole in the water pipe using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe. Be careful not to allow water to drain into the drill. Failure to drill a ¼ in. hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

NOTE

The hookup line cannot be white, plastic tubing. Licensed plumbers must use only copper tubing NDA tubing #49595 or 49599 or Cross Link Polyethylene (PEX) tubing.

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FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe Clamp

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

Vertical Cold Water Pipe

NOTE

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.

TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten clamp or

you may crush the tubing.

Washer

Pipe Clamp

Clamp Screw

ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in

the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.

NOTE

Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in. diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

Inlet End

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.

Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Compression Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear.

Shut the water off at the

water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing.

CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

Before making the connection

NOTE:

to the refrigerator, be sure that the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.

a. Remove the plastic flexible cap from

the water valve.

b. Place the compression nut and ferrule

(sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as shown.

c. Insert the end of the copper tubing into

the connection as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

Tubing Clamp

¼ in. Compression Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

¼ in. Tubing

Refrigerator Connection

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VALVE Tighten any connections that leak.

CAUTION

Check to see if leaks occur at the water line connections.

PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.

START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.

The icemaker will not begin to operate

until it reaches its operating temperature of 16°F (-9°C) or below. It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the ON (I) position.

TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF

Turning On The Power

Plug in the refrigerator.

CAUTION

Connect to a rated power outlet.

Have a certified electrician check

the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding. Do not damage or cut off the ground

terminal of the power plug.

INSTALLATION

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 front-to-back or sideto-side. If your refrigerator seems unsteady, or you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below:

Remove the base grille. Refer to the Base

Grille Installation section.

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.

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Door Alignment

Both the left and right refrigerator doors have an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower them to align properly. If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors evenly:

Use the wrench (included with the Owner’s Manual) to turn the nut in the door hinge to adjust the height. To the right to raise or to the left to lower the height.

NOTE

A flare nut wrench works best, but an open-end wrench will suffice. Do not over-tighten.

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 mount.

Replace the base grille.

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Before use

Clean the refrigerator.

Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping.

CAUTION

Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that

contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape or adhesive from the refrigerator,. Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information

on the rear surface of the refrigerator.

NOTE

Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.

Connect the power supply.

Check if the power supply is connected before use. Read the “Turning On The Power” section.

Turn off the icemaker if the refrigerator is not yet connected to the water supply.

Turn off the automatic icemaker and then plug the power plug of the refrigerator into the grounded electric outlet.

* This is applicable only to certain models.

CAUTION

Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water supply may cause the refrigerator to malfunction.

Wait for the refrigerator to cool.

Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling.

CAUTION

Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the food to spoil, or a bad odor could remain inside the refrigerator.

The refrigerator makes a loud noise after initial operation.

This is normal. The loudness will decrease as the temperature lowers.

Open refrigerator doors and freezer drawers to ventilate the interior.

The inside of the refrigerator may smell like plastic at first. Remove any adhesive tape from inside the refrigerator and open the refrigerator doors and the freezer drawers for ventilation.

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Control Panel

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

Control Panel Features

The LED Display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status messages.

LED Display

Ice Type Ice Type

Press the ICE TYPE button to select either Crushed or Cubed Ice. The selected option will illuminate on the LED display.

Freezer Freezer

Press the FREEZER button to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment.

To change the display from Fahrenheit to Celsius, press and hold the FREEZER and REFRIGERATOR button for five seconds.

NOTE

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Control Buttons

Refrigerator Refrigerator

Press the REFRIGERATOR button to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment.

Ice Plus Ice Plus

This function increases both ice making and freezing capabilities.

When you touch the Ice Plus button, the

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.

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Control Panel Features (continued)

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Energy Saving Energy Saving

The Energy Saving function disables the mullion heater located on the refrigerator door in order to conserve electricity. Press and hold the Energy Saving button for three seconds to activate or deactivate this function.

NOTE

Discontinue using the Energy Saving function if excessive moisture begins to collect on the door mullion.

LightLight

Press the LIGHT button, to turn on the dispenser light. The indicator will appear on the LED display.

Change Filter Change Filter

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

Alarm Alarm

When power is connected to the

refrigerator, the door alarm is initially set to ON. When you press the ALARM button, the display will change to OFF and the Alarm function will deactivate.

When either the refrigerator or the freezer

door is left open for more than 60 seconds, the alarm tone will sound to let you know that the door is open.

When you close the door, the door alarm

will stop.

Control Lock Control Lock

The Control Lock function disables every other button on the display.

When power is initially connected to the

refrigerator, the Lock function is off. If you want to activate the Lock function to

lock other buttons, press and hold the Lock button for three seconds or more. The Lock icon will display and the Lock function is now enabled.

To disable the Lock function, press and hold

the Lock button for approximately three seconds.

CAUTION

Display Mode (For Store Use Only)

The Display 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.

To deactivate:

With either refrigerator door opened, press and hold the Refrigerator and Ice Plus buttons at the same time for five seconds. The control panel will beep and the temperature settings will display to confirm that Display Mode is deactivated. Use the same procedure to activate the Display Mode.

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In-Door Ice Bin

* Depending on the model, some of the

following functions may not be available.

CAUTION

Keep hands and tools out of the ice

compartment door and dispenser chute. Failure to do so may result in damage or personal injury.

The icemaker will stop producing ice when

the in-door ice bin is full. If you need more ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin in the freezer compartment. During use, the ice can become uneven causing the icemaker to misread the amount of ice cubes and stop producing ice. Shaking the ice bin to level the ice within it can reduce this problem.

Storing cans or other items in the ice bin will

damage the icemaker. Keep the ice compartment door closed

tightly. If the ice compartment door is not closed tightly, the cold air in the ice bin will freeze food in the refrigerator compartment. This could also cause the icemaker to stop producing ice.

If the O

N/OFF switch on the icemaker is set to OFF for an extended period of time, the ice compartment will gradually warm up to the temperature of the refrigerator compartment. To prevent ice cubes from melting and leaking from the dispenser, ALWAYS empty the ice bin when the icemaker is set to OFF for more than a few hours.

To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the

front handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull out the bin as shown.

Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin

Carefully insert the in-door ice bin while

slightly slanting it to avoid contact with the icemaker.

Avoid touching the ice-detecting sensor

when replacing the ice bin. See the label on the ice compartment door for details.

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Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin

Gently pull the handle to open the ice

compartment.

Ice-detecting sensor

CAUTION

When handling the ice bin, keep hands away from the icemaker tray area to avoid personal injury.

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Automatic Icemaker

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* Depending on the model, some of the

following functions may not be available.

Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce 70~210 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions.

It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to begin making ice. Wait 72 hours for full ice production to occur.

Ice making stops when the in-door ice bin is full. When full, the in-door ice bin holds approximately 6 to 8 (12~16 oz or 340~455 cc) glasses of ice.

The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi (140 and 830 kPa)on models without a water ﬁlter and between 40 and 120 psi (280 and 830 kPa) on models with a water ﬁlter to produce the normal amount and size of ice cubes.

Foreign substances or frost on the ice-detecting sensor can interrupt ice production. Make sure the sensor area is clean at all times for proper operation.

Water ﬁlls the ice tray.

1 hour later from supplying water

60 minutes after water has been added to the ice tray, the ice tray will sit slightly tilted to help the cold air reach the ice.

Power Switch

Ice-detecting

Sensor

Icemaker

The ice-detecting sensors will sense when the ice is ready to be dumped into the ice bin.

Turning the Automatic Icekamer On or Off

To turn off the automatic icemaker, set the icemaker switch to automatic icemaker, set the switch to

OFF (O)

. To turn on the

ON (I)

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Automatic Icemaker (continued)

CAUTION

The first ice and water dispensed may

include particles or odor from the water supply line or the water tank.

Throw away the first few batches of ice

(about 24 cubes). This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.

Never store beverage cans or other items in

the ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling. Doing so may damage the icemaker or the containers may burst.

If discolored ice is dispensed, check the

water filter and water supply. If the problem continues, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.

Keep children away from the dispenser.

Children may play with or damage the controls.

The ice passage may become blocked with

frost if only crushed ice is used. Remove the frost that accumulates by removing the ice bin and clearing the passage with a rubber spatula. Dispensing cubed ice can also help prevent frost buildup.

Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to

collect ice. Such containers may chip or break resulting in glass fragments in the ice.

Dispense ice into a glass before filling it

with water or other beverages. Splashing may occur if ice is dispensed into a glass that already contains liquid.

Never use a glass that is exceptionally

narrow or deep. Ice may jam in the ice passage and refrigerator performance may be affected.

Keep the glass at a proper distance from

the ice outlet. A glass held too close to the outlet may prevent ice from dispensing.

To avoid personal injury, keep hands out of

the ice door and passage. Never remove the dispenser cover.

If ice or water dispenses unexpectedly, turn

off the water supply and contact a qualified service center.

When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off

When the water supply will be shut off

for several hours. When the ice bin is removed for more

than one or two minutes. When the refrigerator will not be used

for several days.

NOTE

The ice bin should be emptied when the icemaker on/off switch is turned to the

position.

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Normal Sounds You May Hear

The icemaker water valve will buzz as

the icemaker fills with water. If the power switch is in the ON (I) position, it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water. To stop the buzzing, move the power switch to OFF (O).

NOTE

Keeping the power switch in the ON (I) position before the water line is connected can damage the icemaker.

You will hear the sound of cubes

dropping into the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.

Preparing For Vacation

Set the icemaker power switch to OFF (O) and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.

NOTE

The ice bin should be emptied anytime the icemaker on/off switch is turned to the OFF (O) position.

If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have a qualified technician drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding caused by ruptured water lines or connections.

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Ice and Water Dispenser

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* Depending on the model, some of the

following functions may not be available.

CAUTION

Keep children away from the dispenser. Children may play with or damage the controls.

Dispenser

Using the Dispenser

To dispense

water switch with a glass. To dispense

with a glass.

cold water

, push on the ice switch

ice

Water Switch

Ice Switch

Stand

, push on the

Incorrect Way Correct Way

Water

Ice

CAUTION

Throw away the first few batches of ice (about 24 cubes). This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.

Locking the Dispenser

Press and hold the Alarm and Lock button simultainously for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser and all the control panel functions. Follow the same instructions to unlock.

NOTE

If discolored ice is dispensed, check

the water filter and water supply. If the problem continues, contact a qualified service center. Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.

The dispenser will not operate when

either of the refrigerator doors are open. If dispensing water or ice into a container

with a small opening, place it as close to the dispenser as possible.

Some dripping may occur after

dispensing. Hold your cup beneath the dispenser for a few seconds after dispensing to catch all of the drops.

Cleaning the Dispenser Stand

Grip the stand with both hands and pull it

out.

Wipe out dirty areas with a clean cloth.

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