LG LFX21980ST User Manual

P/No. MFL37933518

Please read this guide

thoroughly before

operating and keep it handy

for reference at all times.

Veuillez lire ce guide attentivement

avant la mise en service de l’appareil

et gardez-le à portée de main

pour le consulter en cas de besoin.

Lea detenidamente estas

instrucciones antes utilizar

el frigorífico y guárdelas como

referencia para el futuro.

LFX25980**, LFX21980**

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Basic Safety Precautions ........................................3

CFC Disposal .........................................................4

How to Connect Electricity .....................................5

PARTS AND FEATURES

Special Features ....................................................6

Key Parts and Components ...................................7

INSTALLATION

Choose the Proper Location ..................................8

Clearances .............................................................8

Flooring ..................................................................9

Handle Removal .....................................................9

Door and Drawer Removal ...................................10

Connecting the Water Supply ..............................16

Connecting the Water Lines .................................16

Leveling the Refrigerator Doors ...........................18

Starting .................................................................19

HOW TO USE

Control Panel Features ........................................20

The LCD Display ..................................................21

Adjusting the Temperatures and Display .............22

Operating the Dispenser ......................................23

Setting the Functions ...........................................24

In-Door Ice Bank ..................................................25

Automatic Icemaker .............................................26

OptiBin ™ Crisper Humidity Control .....................27

Storing Foods .......................................................27

Location of Foods .................................................28

Shelf Height Adjustment .......................................29

CARE AND CLEANING

Removing and Replacing Components ................30

Cleaning the Refrigerator .....................................34

General Information .............................................34

Replacing the Water Filter.....................................35

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before Calling for Service ....................................36

SPECIFICATIONS

Key Dimensions and Specifications .....................40

WARRANTY

Product Registration Information ..........................41

THANK YOU!

Congratulations on your purchase

and welcome to the LG family.

Your new LG French Door

Refrigerator combines

advanced cooling technology

with simple operation and high

efficiency. Follow the operating

and care instructions in this

this manual and your refrigerator

will provide you with many years

of reliable service.

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.

w This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill

or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These words mean:

wDANGER

You might be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

wWARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

wCAUTION

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

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

wWARNING

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

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

• NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.

• Repair or replace immediately all electric service 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.

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

• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• 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.

• Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.

• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs. NOTE: Service should be performed by a qualified technician.

• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.) NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting and service should be performed by a qualified technician. NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.

• When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat Refrigerator Control, or Freezer Control, or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired setting.

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

• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.

• 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 icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

• Do not modify or extend the power cord length. It will cause electric shock or fire.

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONT.)

• DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold—below 40°F (4°C).

…Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, dispose of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.

Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can.

CFC DISPOSAL

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.

wDANGER

Risk of Child Entrapment

Discarded or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they will sit for just a few days. If you are disposing of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.

wWARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

For personal 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.

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 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.

Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord. Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-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. NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting and

service should be performed by a qualified technician.

When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control, or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired setting.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord.

However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (USA), 3-wire grounding-type appliance extension cord having a grounding-type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 20 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIAL FEATURES

CONTROL PANEL LCD DISPLAY SCREEN

Simple electronic controls are user-friendly. The LCD screen shows refrigerator and freezer temperatures, displays water filter status, dispenser information, and more.

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 by about 20 percent.

FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER

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

DOOR ALARM

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

IN-DOOR ICE BANK

The icemaker automatically produces 100–130 ice cubes in a 24-hour period to keep the ice dispenser fully supplied. The in-door design creates more shelf space.

OPTIBIN ™ CRISPERS

LG’s OptiBin ™ Crispers preserve humidity and help vegetables stay crisp.

AUTO CLOSING HINGE

When you slightly push the door of the cool chamber, it is automatically closed. (The door is automatically closed within 40° of the opening angle.)

KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in this manual.

ADJUSTABLE REFRIGERATOR SHELVING

The refrigerator compartment shelves are adjustable to allow flexibility for storage needs.

MODULAR DOOR BINS

Three interchangeable bins can be arranged to suit your storage needs.

SNACK PAN

The snack pan is ideal for storing breads, cold cuts, and snacks.

REMOVABLE ICE STORAGE BIN

The ice storage bin can be removed to fill ice buckets, coolers, or pitchers.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Two separate LED arrays light the freezer and refrigerator interiors.

CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION

wWARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Two or more people are required when moving and unpacking the appliance.

• Store and install the refrigerator where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

• 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 too high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.

• If this refrigerator is installed where the temperature is above 110°F (43°C), the freezing capacity is compromised and the cost of electricity used increases.

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

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

• Unstable installation may cause vibration and noise. If the floor is not even, make the refrigerator level by rotating the height adjusting screws.

• Properly ground the refrigerator to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.

wCAUTION

Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight, or moisture.

CLEARANCES

• Too small a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24 in. (61 cm) in front of the refrigerator to open the doors.

NOTE: For complete dimensions and specifications,

see page 40.

1" (2.54 cm)

FLOORING

• To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor.

• To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. 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 pushing against the top of the refrigerator to take the weight off the feet. Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the unit or counterclockwise to lower it.

• Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended.

• Never install the refrigerator on a platform or weakly supported structure.

NOTE: 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; floor damage could occur.

HANDLE REMOVAL

To move the refrigerator through a house door, it may be necessary to remove the refrigerator door handles.

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.

wCAUTION

• Use special care when removing handles to prevent scratching the doors.

• The handle could be damaged if you hit it with a hammer while removing or attaching.

• When you assemble or disassemble a handle, you must push or pull with reasonable force.

NOTE: It is recommend that the doors be removed when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a

narrow opening.

Loosen the set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench and remove the handle.

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

Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench and remove the handle.

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

Mounting

Fasteners

Set Screw

Allen Wrench

HANDLE REMOVAL (CONT.)

HANDLE REINSTALLATION

DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL

DOOR REMOVAL

wWARNING

Electric Shock Hazard

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

• Do not put hands or feet or metal sticks into the air vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.

• Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille, and stopper. You may be injured.

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

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

Place the handle on the door by aligning handle footprints to fit mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench.

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

1 Place the handle on the door by aligning

handle footprints to fit mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the handle with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench.

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

To remove the left refrigerator door:

Pull the water tube out of the fitting while pressing the release ring on the fitting.

NOTE : When you pull out the tube, first you have to push the collet by opposite direction of arrow in the upper picture and pull the tube out by direction of arrow.

Mounting Fasteners

Collet

DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.)

DOOR REMOVAL (CONT.)

• Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1 ).

• Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry back the hooks (not shown) on the front underside of the cover (2). Lift up the cover.

• Remove the cover. Pull out the tube (3).

• Disconnect all the wire harnesses (4).

• Remove the grounding screw(5)

• Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise and remove. Lift the top hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).

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

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

• Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface.

(1)

(2)

(4)

(3)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(5)

2 To remove the right refrigerator door:

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

• Remove the cover.

• Disconnect the wire harness (3).

• Rotate the hinge lever (4) clockwise and remove. Lift the top hinge (5) free of the hinge lever latch (6).

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

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

• Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

CAUTION:

Removing/Installing Refrigerator Doors

If it is necessary to remove the refrigerator doors:

The doors must be opened about 90 degree when removing and reinstalling them on the lower hinge. Otherwise, the selfclosing mechanisms may not work properly.

After reinstalling the doors, open and close them a minimum of 4~ 5 times to check the self- close function.

DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.)

DOOR REINSTALLATION

Install the right-side door first.

• Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown.

• Make sure the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door.

1 • Fit the top hinge (1) over the hinge lever

latch (2) and into place. Insert the hinge lever (3) under the lever latch. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

• Connect the wire harness (4).

• Hook the tab on the door-switch side of the cover (5) under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top. Position the cover into place. Insert and tighten the cover screw (6).

(6)

(5)

(4)

(3)

(2)

(1)

Install the left-side door.

• Lower the door onto middle hinge pin.

3 • Fit the top hinge (1) over the hinge lever

latch (2) and into place. Insert the hinge lever (3) under the lever latch. Rotate the lever clockwise to secure the hinge.

• Install the grounding screw (4) and connect all the wire harnesses (5).

(2)

(1)

(3)

(4)

(5)

DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.)

DOOR REINSTALLATION (CONT.)

• Push the water supply tube (6) into the hole on the top case and pull it through the backplate.

(6)

5 Insert the water supply tube into the

connector.

• Insert the 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.

Cover

Cover Screw

wCAUTION

1. Insert the tube until you can see only one of the lines printed on the tube.

2. After inserting, pull the tube to ascertain that it is secure.

3. Assemble the clip.

Collet

Correct Incorrect

Insert Line

Clip

Tube

DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.)

FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL

wCAUTION

• To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions.

• When you remove the drawer, do not hold the handle. It may come off and could cause injury.

• When laying the drawer down, be careful not to damage the floor or hurt your feet with the sharp edges on the hinge side.

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

CAUTION: When laying the drawer down, be careful not to damage the floor or hurt your feet by the sharp edges on hinge side.

To remove the freezer drawer, pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the lower DuraBase ® basket by lifting the basket from the rail system.

Separate the left and right rail cover.2

With both hands, hold both sides of the door and pull it up to separate it from the rails.

4 With both hands, flex the center bar enough

to allow the gears on both ends to release from the track.

Remove the screws of the rail on both sides.

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