LG LFX28979SW Owner Manual
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FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL
OWNER’S MANUAL
FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
P/NO : MFL62184513
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 PRODUCT FEATURES
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
7 COMPONENTS
7 Refrigerator Exterior
8 Refrigerator Interior
8 - Key Parts and Components
9 - Special Features
10 INSTALLATION
10 Specifications
11 Unpacking Your Refrigerator
11 Choosing the Proper Location
11 - Flooring
11 - Ambient Temperature
11 - Measuring the Clearances
12 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator
12 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
14 - Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
15 - Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
16 - Removing the Freezer Drawers
17 - Assembling the Freezer Drawers
18 Connecting the Water Line
18 - Before You Begin
18 - Water Pressure
18 - What You Will Need
19 - Water Line Installation Instructions
20 Turning On the Power
21 Leveling and Door Alignment
Door Handles
22 HOW TO USE
22 Before Use
22 Control Panel
22 - Control Panel Features
25 In-Door Ice Bin
25 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
25 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
26 Automatic Icemaker
26 - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off
27 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off
27 - Normal Sounds You May Hear
27 - Preparing for Vacation
28 Ice and Water Dispenser
28 - Dispenser
28 - Using the Dispenser
28 - Locking the Dispenser
28 - Cleaning the Dispenser Tray
29 Storing Food
29 - Food Preservation Location
30 - Food Storage Tips
30 - Storing Frozen Food
31 Humidity Controlled Crisper and Glide’N’Serve
31 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins
32 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
34 MAINTENANCE
34 Cleaning
35 Light Replacement
36 Replacing the Water Filter
41 SMART DIAGNOSIS
42 TROUBLESHOOTING
50 WARRANTY
PRODUCT FEATURES
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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 High and Low.
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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.
ICE PLUS
Ice production can be increased by approximately 10 percent when the freezer section is maintained at
the coldest temperature for a 24-hour period.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always
product damage.
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
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read and obey
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
WARNING
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.
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
all safety messages.
Installation
Contact an authorized service center when you install or relocate the refrigerator.
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When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
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Connect this product to a dedicated grounded electric outlet conforming with the rating prior to use. It is the user’s respon-
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sibility 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.
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Use
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage
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the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not place heavy objects on the dispenser of the refrigerator or hang onto it.
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Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.
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Do not put live animals inside of the refrigerator.
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Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.
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In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized service center before use. Do not
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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
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authorized service center.
Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator or store them inside
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the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable gas.
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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).
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Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.
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When you replace the light bulb in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.
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Do not modify or extend the power cord.
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Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove the interior odor.
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For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electri-
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cian 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
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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.
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Do not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.
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Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke.
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Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.
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Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.
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Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.
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Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.
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In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating
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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.
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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your refrigerator is in operation.
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Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
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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.
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If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified
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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 refrigera-
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tor, 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
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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.
Installation
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Use
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Maintenance
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CAUTION
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.
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.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTUCTIONS
COMPONENTS
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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.
Filtered Water and
Ice Dispenser
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.
Dispenses fresh, chilled, filtered
water through the door. The
ice dispenser offers cubed or
crushed ice.
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Door Alarm
A warning alarm sounds at 30second intervals when the refrigerator
or freezer door is left open for more
than 60 seconds.
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Refrigerator Interior
Key Parts and Components
LED Interior Lamps
The interior lamps light
up the inside of the
refrigerator.
Fixed Door Bins
Dairy Product Bin
Refrigerator Shelves
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable
to meet your individual
storage needs.
Modular Door Bins
Can Storage Bin
Used to preserve
chilled food or drinks.
Durabase Divider
Pullout Drawer
Durabase
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Special Features
Water Filter
SpacePlus Ice System
Automatically produces
80-130 ice cubes in a
24-hour period.
Mullion
Folds in when the
left door is opened.
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Smart Diagnosis Speaker
Hold your phone to this speaker when
activating Smart Diagnosis. Refer to
the Smart Diagnosis section for more
details.
Crispers
Controls humidity and
helps vegetables and
fruit to stay crisp.
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°.)
Glide’N’Serve
Allows you to store
food items at a different
temperature than the regular
refrigerator area.
INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION
Specifications
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.
Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LFX28979
Description French door refrigerator
Electrical requirements 115 VAC @ 60 Hz
Min. / Max. Water pressure 20 -120 PSI (1.4 - 8.4 kgf/cm
Dimensions 35 3/4" (W) X 35 3/8" (D) X 69 3/4” (H), 47 5/8” (D w/ door open)
Net weight 342 lb. (155kg)
Refrigerator storage capacity 18.82 cu. ft.
Freezer storage capacity 8.79 cu. ft.
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908 mm (W) X 899 mm (D) X 1772 (H), 1210 mm (D w/ door open)
INSTALLATION
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Unpacking Your Refrigerator
WARNING
Use two or more people to move and install the
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refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrig-
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erator 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
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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, behind the base
grille.
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.
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.)
NOTE
Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform or
weakly supported structure is not recommended.
Ambient Temperature
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
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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.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage
needs.
Choosing the Proper Location
Select a place where a water supply can be easily con-
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nected for the automatic icemaker.
NOTE
The water pressure must be between 20 and 125 psi
on models without a water filter and between 40 and
125 psi on models with a water filter.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
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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.
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.
2” (5.08 cm)
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Removing/Assembling the
Refrigerator Door Handles
Removing the Handles
Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and
1
Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect to the
2
N O T E
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.
remove the handle.
refrigerator door and handle using a
remove the mounting fasteners.
Mounting
Fasteners
Set Screw
1
/4 in. Allen wrench,
Removing/Assembling the
Freezer Drawer Handle
Removing the Handles
Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the
1
handle with a
Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect to the
2
freezer drawer and handle using a
and remove the mounting fasteners.
1
/8 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.
1
/4 in. Allen wrench,
Allen
Wrench
Assembling the Handles
Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the
1
handle using a
Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle foot-
2
prints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set
screws with a
Mounting
Fasteners
1
/4 in. Allen wrench.
3
/32 in. Allen wrench.
Assembling the Handles
Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the
1
handle using a
Allen wrench.
Place the handle on
2
the door by fitting the
handle footprints over
the mounting fasteners and tightening the
set screws with a
in. Allen wrench.
1
/4 in.
1
/8
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
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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
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after taking apart the handle.
Insert the bracket hole of the handle into the stopper
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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
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after fixing the handle.
INSTALLATION
(1)
(2)
(4)
(3)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(5)
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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 refrigera-
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tor 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
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refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator
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before installing. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury or death.
Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air
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vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You
may be injured or receive an electrical shock.
Be careful when handling the hinge, base grille and
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stopper. It may result in injury.
Remove food and bins from the doors and drawers
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before detaching.
Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
The water supply is connected to the upper right part
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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
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Open the left door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
2
Lift up the cover (2).
Remove the cover.
3
Pull out the tube (3).
4
Disconnect all wire harnesses (4).
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Remove the grounding screw (5).
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Rotate the hinge lever (6) counterclockwise. Lift the top
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hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
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door.
Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching sur-
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face.
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that
the door does not fall forward.
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Collet
NOTE
Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only
when detaching the left refrigerator door.
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(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
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Removing the Right Refrigerator Door
Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
1
Remove the cover.
2
Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift the top hinge (4)
3
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
4
Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
5
Lift up the cover (2).
free of the hinge lever latch (5).
door.
surface.
Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
Install the right-side door first.
Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin. Make sure that
1
the plastic sleeve is inserted into the bottom of the door.
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that
the door does not fall forward.
Fit the top hinge (4) over the hinge lever latch (5) and into
2
place.
Rotate the lever (3) counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
3
Hook the tabs on the right side of the hinge cover (2)
4
under the edge of the top hinge (4) and position the cover
in place.
Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).
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INSTALLATION
(2)
(1)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
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Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed.
Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin.
1
Insert the water supply tube at least 5/8 in.
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(15 mm) into the connector.
Hook the tab on the door switch side of the cover under
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the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top.
Position the cover into place. Insert and tighten the cover
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screw.
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Fit the top hinge (7) over the hinge lever latch (8) and into
2
place.
Rotate the lever (6) clockwise to secure the hinge.
3
Install the grounding screws (5) and connect the two wire
4
harnesses (4).
Push the water tube (3) located at the top of the left door
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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
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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
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the edge of the top hinge (7) and position the cover in
place.
Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).
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Collet
Tube
Insert Line
Clip
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.
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Removing the Freezer Drawers
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
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freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back
or other injury.
Do not hold the handle when removing or replac-
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ing the drawer. The handle may come off and it
could cause personal injury.
Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the
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drawer.
When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to
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damage the floor.
Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.
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To prevent accidents, keep children and pets away
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from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer open.
Fully extend the freezer drawer. Lifting up and out to
remove the Dura Base basket making sure to clear the rail
system.
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.
Remove one white screw
on each side of the rails.
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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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