LG LFX25950TT/00, LFX25950SW/00, LFX25950SB/00 Owner’s Manual

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BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for

reference at all times.

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English Version 2

Modular Door Bin

Spanish Version 40 French Version 78

Warranty (USA) 3

Warranty (CANADA) 4 Safety Instructions 5-10

Grounding Requirements 6 Parts And Features 11

Refrigerator Installation 12-19

Unpacking Your Refrigerator 12 Installation 12

Removing And Replacing

Your Refrigerator Handles And Doors 13-18

Leveling And Door Alignment 19 Base Cover 19

Using Your Refrigerator 20-28

Setting The Controls 20 Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 21

How To Use A New Door Ice Bucket 22

Adjusting Control Settings 23

Freezer Section Ice Bin Durabase

Durabase Divider Pull Out Drawer

Filter

Care And Cleaning

General Cleaning Tips Outside

Inside Walls Door Liner And Gaskets

Plastic Parts

Light Bulb Replacement Power Interruptions

When You Go On Vacation When You Move

About The Automatic Icemaker

Connecting The Water Line Troubleshooting Guide

29-30

32-34

35-38

Food Storage Guide 23 Storing Frozen Food 24

I_ Refrigerator Section

Water Dispenser 24

Refrigerator Shelves 25 Snack Pan 25

Crisper Humidity Control 25 Removing Crisper 26

Dairy Bin 26

Your LG Refrigerator will be will repaired or replaced, at LG's option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") set forth below, effective from the date

("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser

of the product and effective only when used in the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.

WARRANTY PERIOD

REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER

LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase. PARTS: One Year from the Date of Purchase.

HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED

In-Home Service (Except Model GR051)

Please retain dealer's dated bill of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for proof of warranty, and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the

SEALED SYSTEM (Compressor, Condenser, and

Evaporator)

LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase. PARTS: Seven years from the Date of Purchase.

Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted

for the remaining portion of the original unit's warranty

period.

service person at the time warranty service is provided.

Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the appropriate option to locate your nearest LG

Authorized Service Center. (Phones are answered 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.)

Or visit our website at http://wwwJgservice.com

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT

LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS

WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS U.S. DISTRIBUTOR SHALL BE LIABLE

FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may

not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to

state. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO

• Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, or correction of unauthorized repairs.

• Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the

requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident,vermin, fire,flood, improper installation,acts of God, unauthorized

modification or alteration, incorrect electrical currentor voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.

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

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.

CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS

To obtain Customer Assistance, Product Information, or

Dealer or Authorized Service Center location

TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL

LG Customer Interactive Center P. O. Box 240007

201 James Record Road

Huntsville, Alabama 35824

ATTN: CIC

Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per

year) and select the appropriate option from the menu. Or visit our website at http://www.lgservice.com

LIMITED WARRANTY (CANADA)

LG REFRIGERATOR

LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, yore product which proves to be detective in material or workananship under normal use, during the warranty period listed below fiom the date of original

purchase. This warranD is good onb 7to the original purchaser of the product during the warranD period as long asit is in any Canadian Pro+Jnce.

WARRANTY PERIOD

MODEL# : LFX25950** LABOR : 2 Years PARTS : 2 Years

SEALED SYSTEM : Labor/2 Years, Parts/5 Years (Compressoi; condensm; and evaporator)

HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED : Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the appropriate

prompt. Please have product type (refrigerator) and ZIP Code rea@. See our website at http:iA_vw.lg.ca

This wananty provides in-home sin=ice.

No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF AN_f IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE

DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN'. LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONWIENCE, 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 provinces do not allow the exclusion or lhnitation of incidental or consequential damages or lhnitations on how long an implied wananty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This wananty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary fiom province toprovthce.

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 wiring, plumbing, o1"correction of unauthorized repairs.

2. Damage to the product caused by accident, verlnin, fire, flood, alteration, misues, abuse, improper installation, or acts of God.

3. Commercial use or use for other than the intended purpose.

Therefore, these costs are the responsibiliO of the consumel:

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS

To Prove WarranD_Coverage --_

To Obtain Product, Customel; or

Selwice Assistance by phone

or by Internet

To Obtain Nearest Authorized

Service Centel; Parts Distributol;

or Sales Dealer by phone

Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase. A copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time wananty smice is provided.

Call 1-888-842-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the appropriate prompt.

http://_v.lg.ca

Call 1-888-842-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the appropriate prompt. Please have your product type

(ret_rigerator)and ZIP Code ready.

or by Internet _ http://_v.lg.ca

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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, or CAUTION. These words mean

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

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

IMPORTANT Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

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

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efore 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, ifyou 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 15 amperes

(minimum) and 120 volts.

Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance

needed for the back of the refrigerator.

• 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.

• 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.

• This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance

with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator.

• Don't touch the lamp. If it is on for a long time, it can become very hot.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

1. When connecting the power

The dedicated outlet should be used.

• Using several devices at one outlet may cause fire.

• If the breaker trips (or fuse blows), food may be damaged if the power was off for a long time and the dispenser may leak.

Do not allow the power cord bent or pressed by the heavy object to be damaged.

It may damage the power cord to cause fire or electric shock.

Unplug the power plug when cleaning, handling or replacing the interior lamp of the refrigerator.

• It may cause electric shock or injury.

• When replacing the interior lamp of the refrigerator, make sure the rubber ring inside the

socket is not removed to prevent shock.

Do not allow the power plug to face upward or to be squeezed at the back of the refrigerator.

Water may flow into the plug and damage it, which could

cause fire or electric shock or fire.

Do not extend or modify the length of the power plug. It causes electric shock or fire

by the electric damage of the power cord or others.

Do not pull out the cord or touch the power plug with wet hands.

• It may cause electric shock or injury.

Remove water or dust from the power plug and insert it with the ends of the pins securely connected.

Dust, water, or a loose connection may fire or electric

shock.

When the power cord or the power plug is damaged or the holes of the outlet are loosed, do not use them.

It may cause electric shock or short circuit to make fire.

Make sure of grounding.

The incorrect grounding may cause breakdown and electric

shock.

2. When using the refrigerator

Do not place the heavy object or the dangerous object (container with liquid) on the refrigerator.

It may be dropped to cause injury, fire, or electric shock when opening or closing the

door.

Do not cling to the door or the shelves of the door or the home bar of the freezer or the refrigerator.

The refrigerator could fall over or tip and crush your hands.

Especially, do not allow the children to do the above.

Do not place a lit candle within the refrigerator to

deodorize.

It may cause explosion or fire.

Do not install the refrigerator in the wet place or the place which water or rain splashes.

Deterioration of insulation of electric parts may cause

electric leakage.

Do not use or store inflammable materials, such as ether, benzene, alcohol, medicine, LP gas, spray, or cosmetics near or in the refrigerator.

It may cause explosion or fire.

Do not insert your hands into the ice bucket or the ice

dispenser.

Operating the ice maker may cause injury.

Do not store medication in the refrigerator.

This refrigerator is a consumer- level food storge device, not a precision temperature controlled

medical device.

Avoid the heating devices.

It may cause fire.

Use the submerged refrigerator after checking it.

It may cause electric shock or

fire.

Do not use a combustible spray near the refrigerator. It may cause fire.

Do not place a flower vase, cup, cosmetics, medicine,

or any container with water on the refrigerator.

It may cause fire, electric

shock, or injury by dropping down.

If you smell gas, do not touch the refrigerator or the outlet and ventilate the room immediately.

• A spark could cause fire, explosion, or flame.

• This refrierator uses natural gas (Isobutan, or R-6OOa) as an environmentally friendly refrigerant,so even a small amount (80_90g) is combustible. When the gas is leaked by the severe damage during delivering, installing, or using the

refrigerator, any spark may

cause fire or flame.

2. When using the refrigerator

Do not spray water at the outside or the inside of the refrigerator and do not clean it with benzene or

thinner.

Deterioration of insulation of electric parts may cause electric

shock or fire.

Do not allow any person except an authorized servicer to disassemble, repair, or alter the refrigerator.

It may cause injury, electric shock, or fire.

When disposing the refrigerator, remove the gaskets and take off the doors.

It may cause to lock out the

child.

When any strange smell or smoke is detected from the refrigerator, disconnect the power plug immediately and contact to the service center. Service

center

Servi_

It may cause fire.

Do not use the refrigerator for non-domestic purpose (storing medicine or testing on a boat, plane, or recreational vehicle, etc.).

It may cause an unexpected risk such as fire, electric

shock, deterioration of stored material, or chemical reaction.

Install the refrigerator on the solid and level floor.

Installing the refrigerator on an unstable floor might cause it to tip when being opened.

Do not insert the hands or the metal stick into the exit

of cool air, the cover, the bottom of the refrigerator, the heatproof grill (exhaust hole) at the backside.

It may cause electric shock or

injury.

When you want to dispose the refrigerator, contact

local recyling or solid waste authority.

When you want to dispose a large item like a refrigerator, you must first have the

refrigerant removed and

recovered. Then contact your local recycling or solid waste authority.

Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please.

Do not touch food or containers at the freezer with wet hands.

It may cause frostbite.

Do not put ice in thin crystal cups or ceramic ware.

It may break the cup or ceramic

ware to cause injury.

Wait for 5 minutes or longer when reconnecting the plug.

It may cause the operation of the freezer to fail.

Supply the automatic ice maker with drinkable water only (only for the model with the dispenser).

Otherwise, it may cause a health risk.

Hold the end of the plug to pull it out, not the cord.

It may cause electric shock or

short circuit.

Do not insert the hands into the bottom of the

refrigerator.

The iron plate of the bottom may cause injury.

Because opening or closing the door of the refrigerator may cause injury to the person around it, be careful, please.

Opening or closing the door may cause feet or hands to be caught in the gap between the doors or the child to be get hurt by the corner.

Do not put glass containers in the freezer.

It may freeze the contents to break the bottle to cause

injury.

Do not install the refrigerator in a wet place or a place which water or rain splashes.

Deterioration of insulation of electric parts may cause

electric leakage.

Carry the refrigerator with the handle bar at the bottom of the front and the top of the rear.

Otherwise, your hands may slip, causing injury and property damage.

Do not put any living animal in the refrigerator.

It is not good for your pets. They may suffocate if you forget

totake them out.

Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience. NOTE This manual purports to cover only one model. There should be no question about what this model includes. We

should edit the manual accordingly.

O Refrigerator Light (p. 29) Q Filter (Inside) (p. 28)

Modular Door Bins (p. 26) Refrigerator Shelves (p. 25)

Optibin Crisper (Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper)

Ice Room (Ice Maker and Ice Bucket)

Pull out Drawer (p. 27)

Turbo Motor

O Durabase (p. 27) O Divider (p. 27)

(_ Ice Bin (p. 26)

Water Tank Cover

_) Snack Pan (p. 25) Q Dairy Bin (p. 26)

Ice Bucket

Ice Room Door

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Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install

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

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

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 TechSheet 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.

INSTALLATION

1. 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. Leveling legs can be turned

easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling legs clockwise ("_'_) to raise the unit,

counterclockwise (_,.L) to lower it.

2. 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.

3. Allow the clearance of at least 2 inches from the ceiling and 1 inches from the side walls for better cooling

efficiency, ease of installation, proper air circulation, and electrical connections.

I& CAUTION } Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,

direct sunlight, or moisture.

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 at least 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.

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.

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from refrigerator.

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

I& WARNING 1

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

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

or receive an electrical shock.

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