LG LFX23961SB User Manual

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BOTTOM FREEZER

REFRIGERATOR

Owner’s Manual

Please read this guide thoroughly

before operating and keep it handy for

reference at all times.

REFRIGERADOR CON CONGELADOR INFERIOR

Manual de Usuario

Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes de usar el refrigerador y guárdelas como referencia para el futuro.

Models / Modelos

LFX23961**

P/No. MFL47277003

TABLE OF CONTENTS

English Version	2
French Version	36
Warranty (Canada)	3 - 4
Safety Instructions	5 - 6
Grounding Requirements	6
Parts and Features	7
Refrigerator Installation	8 - 14
Unpacking your refrigerator	8
Installation	8
Base Grille	8
Removing, Reversing and Replacing	9 - 11
Pull out drawer	12 - 13
Leveling and door alignment	14
Using your refrigerator	15 - 25
Ensuring proper air circulation	15
Multi Flow	15
Door alarm	15
Control Panel features	15
Setting the controls	16
Adjusting control settings	17
Food storage guide	18
Storing frozen food	18
Refrigerator Section	19
Refrigerator shelves	19
Chef Fresh	20
Crisper humidity control	20
Optibin Crisper	20
Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface	21
Design-A-Door	21
Dairy Bin	21
Egg Box	21
Freezer Section	22
Ice Bin	22
Wire Durabase	22
Tilting Door	22
Water Dispenser	23 - 24
Filter	24 - 25
In-door ice bin	25
Care and Cleaning	26 - 27
General cleaning tips	26
Outside	26
Inside walls	26
Door liner and gaskets	26
Plastic parts	26
Condenser coils	26
Light bulb replacement	26 - 27
Power interruptions	27
When you go on vacation	27
About the Custom Cube Ice Maker	28
Connecting the Water Line	29 - 31
Troubleshooting Guide	32 - 35

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LG Electronics

LIMITED WARRANTY

United States of America

LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase.

This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.

LG Refrigerator / Freezer Warranty Period

Product	Parts	Labor
Refrigerator / Freezer	1 year	1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051)]
Sealed System	7 years	1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051)]
(Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator)

No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES. INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.

Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:

1.Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup, install, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing, or correction of unauthorized repairs.

2.Damage to the product caused by accident, pests, fire, floods, or acts of God.

3.Repairs when your LG product is used in other than normal, single-family household use.

4.Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, or improper installation.

5.Damages caused during and/or after delivery

6.Display, discount, or refurbished units purchased with scratches, dents, or defects.

Proof of purchase is required and must be provided to LG in order to validate warranty.

Therefore, these costs are paid by the consumer.

If the product is installed outside the normal service area, any cost of transportation involved in the repair of the product, or the replacement of defective parts, shall be borne by the owner.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:

To obtain Warranty Coverage:

To obtain Product or Customer

Service Assistance:

To obtain the nearest Authorized Service Center:

Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase.

A Copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided.

Call 1-800-243-0000

(24 hrs a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year)

Press the appropriate menu option, and have your product type (Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal Code ready.

Call 1-800-243-0000

(24 hrs a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year)

Press the appropriate option, and have your product type (Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal Code ready.

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LG Electronics

GARANTÍA LIMITADA

Estados Unidos de América

LG Electronics reparará o en su defecto reemplazará sin cargo, el producto defectuoso en material o mano de obra bajo uso normal durante el periodo de garantía que se menciona a continuación desde la fecha original de compra.

Esta garantía es válida solo para el comprador original del producto durante el periodo de garantía mientras permanezca en los E.E. U.U. Incluyendo Alaska, Hawaii y otros territorios de E.E.U.U.

Período de Garantía del refrigerador/Congelador LG

Producto	Partes	Mano de Obra
Refrigerador / Congelador	1 año	1 año[Servicio a domicilio (ExceptoModeloGR-051)]
Sistema Sellado	7 años	1 año[Servicioa domicilio (ExceptoModeloGR-051)]
(Compresor, Condensador, Evaporador)

No se aplicará otro tipo de garantía a este producto. LA DURACION DE OTRAS GARANTIAS , INCLUYENDO LA DE COMPRA, ESTAN LIMITADAS A LA DURACION DE ESTA GARANTIA. LG ELECTRONICS NO SE HACE RESPONSABLE POR LA PERDIDA EN EL USO DEL PRODUCTO, POR INCONVENIENCIA O CUALQUIER OTRO DAÑO DIRECTO O CONSECUENTE QUE PROVENGA DEL USO Y/O NO USO DE ESTE PRODUCTO O POR ALGUNA VIOLACION A LAS GARANTIAS IMPLEMENTADAS INCLUYENDO LA GARANTIA DE COMPRA APLICADA A ESTE PRODUCTO.

Algunos estados no permiten la exclusión o limitación de daños incidentales o consecuenciales o limitaciones en cuanto al tiempo que dura una garantía implícita; por lo que algunas de estas limitaciones o exclusiones pueden no aplicarse a usted. Esta garantía le otorga derechos legales específicos y usted puede además tener otros derechos los cuales varían de Estado a Estado.

LA GARANTIA ANTERIOR NO APLICA A :

1.Servicio a su casa para entregar, recoger, instalar o reemplazar fusibles caseros, corregir cableado casero o plomería corrección de reparaciones no autorizadas.

2.Daño al producto causado por accidente, plagas, incendios, inundaciones o actos por naturaleza.

3.Reparaciones cuando su producto LG sea usado diferente a lo normal.

4.Daño resultante de accidente, alteración, mal uso o instalación inadecuada.

5.Daños causados durante y después de la entrega.

6.Reemplazo, descuento o restauración de unidades compradas con rayones, abolladuras o defectos.

La prueba de la compra se requiere y se debe proporcionar a LG para validar la garantia.

Por lo tanto, estos costos serán pagados por el consumidor.

Si el producto es instalado fuera del área normal de servicio, cualquier costo de transportación relacionado en la reparación del producto, o el reemplazo de partes defectuosas, serán cargados al propietario.

NÚMEROS DE ASISTENCIA AL CLIENTE:

Para obtener cobertura de la Garantía:	Conserve su factura para comprobar la fecha de
	compra.

Para obtener información:

Servicio de Asistencia:

Para obtener el Centro de Servicio Autorizado más cercano:

Una copia de su recibo de compra debe ser entregada cuando se le proporcione el servicio de garantía.

Llame al 1-800-243-0000

(24 hrs al día, 7 días por semana, 365 días al año) Presione la opción de menú apropiado, y tenga su tipo de producto (Refrigerador), número de modelo, número de serie, y ZIP Código Postal listos.

Llame al 1-800-243-0000

(24 hrs al día, 7 días por semana, 365 días al año) Presione la opción adecuada, y tenga su tipo de producto(Refrigerador), número de modelo, número de serie, y ZIP /código Postal listos.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

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

This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or Hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

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

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

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

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.

WARNING

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:

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 when you open the doors when children are in the area.

Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.

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. (Aburned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.)

NOTE Setting: either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.

Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break when frozen, causing damage.

The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection when accident happens.

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.

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide.

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 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, get rid of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.”

“Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating 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.”

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous...

even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions at right 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.

CFC DISPOSAL

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

This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant), is made of parts and materials which are reusable and / or recyclable. All the important materials should be sent to the collection center of waste material and can be reused after rework (recycling). For take back, please contact with the local agency.

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.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

WARNING

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.

3-prong grounding type wall receptacle

3-prong grounding plug

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

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.

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.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. 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 (in the United States), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet, and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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

WARNING

POWER CORD REPLACEMENT

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, by our service center or by qualified personal by LG Electronics, to avoid some risk.

PARTS AND FEATURES

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	A	J
	B	J
	B
	C	K
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	D	E
	D
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	F	L
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Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.

NOTE: This guide covers several dierent models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.

A Refrigerator Light	J Dairy Bin		Ice Bucket
B Ice Room	K Refrigerator Shelves		Ice Room Door
C Egg Box	L	Freezer Ligth	Ice Room Door
C Egg Box	L	Freezer Ligth
D Snack Pan	M	Turbo Motor
E Modular Door Bins	N	Glide out Drawer
F Water Tank Cover	O	Durabase

	G Crisper	P Divider
	H Ice Bin	*On some models
	I Filter (Inside)	*On some models
	I Filter (Inside)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install

refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

3.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.

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

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before usign. Do not remove any warningtype

labels, the model and serial number label, or the techsheet (on some models), that is attached to back wall 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. For more information, see the Important Safety Instructions section.

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.

Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

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.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.

INSTALLATION

1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight,

or moisture.

2. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required,

adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet

slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise (		) to
raise the unit, counterclockwise (	) to lower it.

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

2.Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers, shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment.

3.Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.

WARNING:

Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille, stopper, etc. you may be injured.

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

BASE GRILLE

To remove the base grille:

1.Grasp the grille with both hands.

2.Pull the grille toward yourself.

To install the base grille:

1.Place clips in openings in the metal panel.

2.Push the grille toward the refrigerator until it snaps into place.

A proper distance from adjacent items

Please keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from other things. Too small a distance from adjacent items may result

in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges.

(2.54 cm) 1"

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

T O O L S Y O U M A Y N E E D

10 mm			1/4 in
1/4 in			3/32 in
3/8 in			Allen wrench
Hex head socket wrench	Phillips screwdriver	Flat head screwdriver	Allen wrench

To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door handles.

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

1.Removing Refrigerator Handle

•Loosen the set screws with the 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.

2.Removing Freezer Drawer Handle

•Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with the 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

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

REMOVING REFRIGERATOR DOORS

1. Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE: Handle appearance may vary.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any bins from doors.

Left Door

Loosen the screws and remove the cove on back side (see figure A).

Disconnect water supply tube by pushing back on the disconnect ring (3).

Loosen the cover screw (1).

Disconnect door switch wire (2).

Pull out the tube (4).

CAUTION: If a tube end is deformed or worn out, cut the damaged portion away.

Disconnect wire harness (5).

Remove the ground screw (6).

Loosen screws (7) and lift off the top hinge (8).

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

CAUTION: When removing top hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

Right Door

Loosen the cover screw (1).

Disconnect door switch wire (2).

Loosen screws (7) and lift off the top hinge (8).

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

(1)

(2)

(6)	(4)	(7)
		(5)

(7)

(2) (8)

(8)

Figure A

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

2.Replacing Refrigerator Door

Right Door

Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (9). Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.

Replace the top hinge (8) installing hinge screws (7) to secure it.

Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded. Support the door on the handle side while securing hinge. Make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even.

Connect the door switch wire (2).

Tighten the cover screw (1).

Left Door

Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (10). Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.

Replace the top hinge (8) installing hinge screws (7) to secure it.

Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded. Support the door on the handle side while tightening. And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even.

Insert the water supply tube (4) into the connector tube until you see only one scale mark. (Fully insert the tube over 5/8” (15 mm)).

Install the ground screw (6) and connect the wire harness (5).

Connect the door switch wire (2).

Tighten the cover screw (1).

Caution

Connecting tube color

•Blue to Blue

•White to White

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE

PULLOUT DRAWER

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

1. Removing Pullout Drawer

•Pull the drawer open to full lower extension. Remove the lower basket (1) by lifting basket from rail system.

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

•Press both hangers with yours thumbs to lift it up.

•Separate the left and right rail cover

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

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

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

•With both hands, hold the center of the bar and push it in to let both rails fitted simultaneously.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE

PULL OUT DRAWER

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

2. Installing Pullout Drawer

•With both hands, hold the center of the bar and pull it out to let both rails out to full extension simultaneously.

• Hook door supports (1) into rail tabs (2) .

• Lower door into final position and tighten the screws (3)

• Make sure you have a right rail cover for each side.

Right

Rail Cover

Left

Rail Cover

•Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of the door supports to assemble the rail cover.

Assembly Hole

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

WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk. DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer.

WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer Door.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT

Leveling

Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws, one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below:

1.Plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final position.

2.Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it. It may take several turns of the leveling screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

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

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

4.Re-adjust if necessary.

5.Replace the base cover.

NOTE: Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors. Either door can be opened or closed independently of one another. You may have to exert slight pressure on 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 you want to raise at middle hinge.

2.With 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 unit.)

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION

In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in the illustration below, air enters at top of freezer and circulates down. From bottom of freezer, air is forced up to top of refrigerator. Air enters refrigerator through top vent, then circulates and exists at bottom, where it returns to freezer.

MULTI-FLOW

Multi-Flow means powerful and effective cooling operation. This is especially noticeable when new food is placed in the refrigerator compartment.

If water or foreign substances enter the cool air vent while cleaning, efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if the gasket is damaged, efficiency may be lowered because of escaping cool air.

Do not block any of cool air vents with food packages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and temperature and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, Any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or foods tightly. (See the Food Storage Guide section for details).

DOOR ALARM

With this feature you´ll listen a alarm when the freezer or refrigerator door is not closed within 1 minute after it is opened. These tones repeat every 30 seconds.

The alarm is cancelled when the freezer or the refrigerator

is closed correctly.

CONTROL PANEL FEATURES

Press the button for the desired function to review and select other settings. For complete details on button functions see pages 16-17.

• LED DISPLAY

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

• ICE TYPE

The ICE TYPE is used to select cube ice or crushed ice.

• FREEZER

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

• REFRIGERATOR

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

NOTE: When pressed simultaneously with the FREEZER button for more than five seconds, the temperature display will change from Fahrenheit to Celsius or vice versa.

•ICE PLUS

Press this button to turn on the

ICE PLUS. Feature, which increases ice making capabilities up to about 20 percent.

• LIGHT/FILTER

The LIGHT/FILTER button controls the lamp in the dispenser. The FILTER/FILET button resets the water filter replacement indicator when the water filter has been replaced.

•ALARM/LOCK

Press this button to control the door-open alarm.

Press this button to lock or unlock all the other function buttons on the control panel, including operation of the dispenser.

Display Off Mode: To activate energy save mode press and hold ICE PLUS and FREEZER key over 5 seconds until the lights turn off. If the Display is touched or any door opens the lights will turn on and after 20 seconds of inactivity the lights will turn off automatically. To exit Display OFF Mode press and hold ICE PLUS and FREEZER key over 5 seconds until the lights tilt. Display Energy Save Mode does not affect the temperature control settings of the unit.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

SETTING THE CONTROLS

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

ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURES AND

DISPLAY

Adjust Freezer Temperature

To adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment, press the FREEZER button to cycle through the range of available settings.

Adjust Refrigerator Temperature

To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, press the REFRIGERATOR button to cycle through the range of available settings.

NOTE: The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status, since the indicated temperature setting is the target temperature and not the actual temperature within the refrigerator. Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37°F (3°C). Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature as illustrated above.

1Dispenser selection indicator

Shows cubed ice or crushed ice selection that will be dispensed when the push switch is pressed.

2Freezer temperature

Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Temperature Display

To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius:

•Simultaneously press and hold the FREEZER and REFRIGERATOR buttons for more than 5 seconds.

•DO the same to convert back to Fahrenheit.

3Refrigerator temperature

Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator compartment in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

4Ice Plus

When the ICE PLUS button is pressed, the display will indicate the selected function has been activated.

5Dispenser light indicator

When the LIGHT button is pressed, the display will indicate the selected function: The dispenser light is on, this indicator will appear on the display panel.

6Door alarm indicator

This indicator shows that the door-open warning alarm is activated.

7Water filter status

This indicator shows the current status for the water filter. See the filter indicator.

8Lock status

This indicator shows the current status for the control panel functions is set to LOCK.

OPERATING THE DISPENSER

Dispensing Crushed Ice

Press the ICE TYPE button to illuminate the Crushed and Cubed Ice icon.

Press the push switch with a glass or other container and crushed ice will be dispensed.

Press the push switch with a glass or other container and cubed ice will be dispensed.

NOTE: Hold the glass or other container in place for a couple of seconds after dispensing ice or water to catch the last few cubes or drops. The dispenser is designed not to operate while either refrigerator door is open.

DISPENSING WATER

Press the push water switch or activate water button with a glass or other container and chilled water will be dispensed.

When the water switch or water button is pressed, the light will be illuminated.

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Press the LIGHT/FILTER button to turn the dispenser light on and off.

Press and hold the LIGHT/FILTER button for more than 3 seconds to reset the filter indicator after the water filter has been replaced.

SETTING THE FUNCTIONS

Press the button for the desired function to view and select other settings.

Press and hold the ALARM/LOCK button for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser and all of the other control panel functions. Press and hold again for 3 seconds to unlock.

The ALARM/LOCK button also controls the

door alarm that sounds three times in 30 seconds intervals when a compartment door is left open for more than 60 seconds. The alarm stops sounding when the door is closed.

Press the ALARM/LOOK button once to activate or deactivate the door alarm function.

Press the ICE PLUS button once to activate the ice plus function. The ICE PLUS icon on the

display panel will illuminate when activated. The ice plus function runs the freezer compartment at the coldest setting for a 24-hour period to increase ice making by up to about 20%, and then turn off automatically.

Press the button again to cancel the Ice Plus function.

CAUTION

When opening the container with the small opening, use it near the opening of the water or ice dispenser as close as possible.

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WATER BUTTON

WATER SWITCH

ICE SWITCH

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ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections). The higher the number 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 temperature keeps more cold air in the freezer compartment to make it colder.

If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator first. Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control as well.

Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.

CONDITION/REASON:		RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT:
	REFRIGERATOR section		Turn REFRIGERATOR
	too warm		Turn REFRIGERATOR
	Door opened often		control to next
	Large amount of food added		higher number,
	Room temperature very warm		wait 24 hours,
			then re-check

FREEZER section too warm/ ice not made fast enough

Door opened often

Large amount of food added Very cold room temperature (can’t cycle often enough)

Heavy ice usage

Air vents blocked by items

Turn FREEZER

control to next higher number, wait 24 hours, Then re-check Move items out of airstream

	REFRIGERATOR section to	Turn REFRIGERATOR
	Cold	control to next
	Controls not set correctly for	control to next
	Controls not set correctly for	lower number,
	your conditions	wait 24 hours,
		then re-check

FREEZER section too cold	Turn FREEZER
Controls not set correctly for	Control to next
your conditions	lower number,
	wait 24 hours,
	then re-check

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FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

Storing Fresh Food

Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to ensure freshness.

Butter or margarine

Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and freeze.

Cheese

Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it. Once opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Milk

Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior shelf, not on door shelf.

Eggs

Store in original carton on interior shelf, not on door shelf.

Fruit

Wash, let dry, and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in the crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until you are ready to use them. Sort and keep berries in their original container in container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper

bag on a refrigerator shelf.

Leafy vegetables

Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in a plastic bag or plastic container and store in the crisper.

Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers)

Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper.

Fish

Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased.

Chef Fresh

Store most chef fresh in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary.

Leftovers

Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used.

STORING FROZEN FOOD

NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook.

Packaging

Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry out frozen food.

Packaging recommendations:

Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids

Straight-sided canning/freezing jars

Heavy-duty aluminum foil

Plastic-coated paper

Non-permeable plastic wraps

Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags

Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods.

Do not use:

Bread wrappers

Non-polyethylene plastic containers

Containers without tight lids

Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap

Thin, semi-permeable wrap

Freezing

IMPORTANT: Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break when frozen, causing damage.

Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly.

Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed, creating ice crystals.

NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy.

NOTE: Do not store food near the sensor; it may cause the sensor to malfunction.

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

When using dry ice, provide adequate ventilation. Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide (CO2). When it vaporizes, it can displace oxygen, causing dizziness, light-headedness, unconsciousness and death by suffocation. Open a window and do not breathe

the vapors.

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REFRIGERATOR SECTION

REFRIGERATOR SHELVES

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. These units are all glass shelves.

Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open, saving energy.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebble-sized pieces.

NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid dropping them.

Adjusting Shelves

Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want.

To remove a shelf: Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the shelf out.

To replace a shelf: Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height. Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots.

NOTE: Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food.

Sliding Out Shelves (optional on some models)

You can slide some glass shelves in and out of your refrigerator as follows.

To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf

toward you.

To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.

To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame:

1.Pull the shelf out to the stop position.

2.Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop position.

3.Lift up the shelf to remove.

Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps.

Convenience Shelves (on some models)

Folding Shelf: You can store taller items such as gallon containers or bottles by simply sliding the shelf back.

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CHEF FRESH / SNACK PAN

While holding the chef fresh with one hand, pull it forward slightly. Lift slightly and pull it out.

On some models is applied an independent temperature control.

OPTIBIN CRISPERS (on some models)

The OptiBin Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the crisper. The OptiBin Crispers include: 1) a humidity control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2) a large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold

or release moisture.

NOTE: DO NOT store lettuce or other leafy produce in this drawer.

COLD	COLDER
Cauliflower	Steaks
Cucumbers	Hard cheeses
Zucchinis	Cold cuts
Apples	Bacon
Corn	Hot dogs
Oranges
Grapes

WARNING: Fruits and vegetables may be damage at the coldest setting.

CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL (on some models)

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisturesealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between

“High” and “Low”

•“High”: Lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits.

•“Low”: Keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

To remove the glass:

1.Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the crisper cover.

2.Pull up and out.

To remove the crisper:

1.Slide crisper straight out to the stop.

2.Lift the front of the crisper, then pull it out to remove.

3.Replace the crisper by sliding it back in fully past the drawer stop.

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CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER

SURFACE (on some models)

To remove the crisper cover:

1.Remove both crisper drawers.

2.While holding the crisper cover support (2), pull the cover up and out(1).

WARNING: Be careful when handing glass cover since glass is not attached to cover.

To remove the lattice on inner surface:

1.Remove crisper cover(as illustrated above).

2.Hold the glass cover and overtum crisper cover.

3.For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the cover outward to remove lattice.

To replace lattice on inner surface:

1.For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 (closed to glass cover) and pull sides of the cover to insert lattice.

DESIGN-A-DOOR

The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting.

1.To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull straight out.

2.To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support button and push down until it stops.

WARNING: Somebody can be hurt if door bins are not firmly assembled.

NOTE: DO NOTadjust a bin that is loaded with food.

CAUTION: DO NOTallow children to play with baskets. Sharp corners on baskets could cause injury .

DAIRY BIN

1.To remove the dairy bin, simply lift it and pull straight out.

2.To replace the dairy bin, slide it in above the desired location and push down until it stops.

EGG BOX

Store Egg Box on interior shelf, not on door shelf.

CAUTION: Do not use the egg box as an ice storage bin in the freezer compartment. The egg box can easily break if it freezes.

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