LG LFX29945ST/00 Owner’s Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 PRODUCT FEATURES
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
7 COMPONENTS
7 Refrigerator Exterior
8 Refrigerator Interior
INSTALLATION9
9 Installation Overview
10 Specifications 11 Unpacking Your Refrigerator
11 Choosing the Proper Location 11 - Flooring
12 - Ambient Temperature 12 - Measuring the Clearances
12 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator
Door Handles
13 Removing/Assembling the Freezer
Drawer Handle
13 Removing/Assembling the Doors and
Drawers
14 - Removing the Left Refrigerator Door 15 - Removing the Right Refrigerator Door
16 - Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door 17 - Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
18 - Removing the Freezer Drawers 20 - Assembling the Freezer Drawers 21 Connecting the Water Line
21 - Before You Begin 21 - Water Pressure
21 - What You Wilt Need 22 - Water Line installation instructions
24 Turning On the Power 25 Leveling and Door Alignment 25 - Leveling
25 - Door Alignment
26 HOW TO USE
26 Before Use 27 Control Panel
27 -Controt Panel Features 29 In-Door ice Bin
29 - Detaching the In-Door ice Bin 29 -Assembling the In-Door ice Bin
30 Automatic Icemaker 30 -Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off
31 -When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off 31 - Normal Sounds You May Hear
31 - Preparing for Vacation 32 Ice and Water Dispenser
32 - Dispenser 32 - Using the Dispenser
32 - Locking the Dispenser 32 -Cleaning the Dispenser Stand
33 Storing Food 33 - Food Preservation Location
34 - Food Storage Tips 34 -Storing Frozen Food
35 Humidity Controlled Crisper and
Glide'N'Serve
36 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins 37 Door-In-Door
39 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
40 MAINTENANCE
40 Cleaning 41 Replacing the Fresh Air Filter
41 Replacing the Water Filter
46 SMART DIAGNOSIS
46 Using Smart Diagnosis
47 TROUBLESHOOTING
57 WARRANTY
PRODUCT FEATURES 3
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 at 30 second intervals.
HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER
The Humidity Controlled Crisper is designed to help keep fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp. You can control the amount of humidity in the
crisper by adjusting the setting between Low and High.
GLIDE'N'SERVE Glide'N'Serve provides storage space with a variable temperature controt
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 20 percent when the
freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour period.
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THEAPPLIANCE.
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 wilt be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
Z_ WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
Z_ CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.
z_ WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following :
Power
NEVERunplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid safety hazard. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
Do not use an uncertified power outlet.
Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.
Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.
Installation
Contact an authorized service center before you install or relocate the refrigerator.
When moving the refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
Prior to use, ensure that you are connecting this product to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for use with this product (115V, 60Hz, AC only), tt is the user's responsibility to replace a
standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not install the refrigerator where there may be adanger of the unit failing.
Use
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves inthe refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator's dispenser.
Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.
Do not put live animals inside the refrigerator.
Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.
In the event of agas leak (propane/LPG), ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service center before resuming use. Do not touch or disassemble the electrical outlet of the
refrigerator.
In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service center.
Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of
flammable gas.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THEAPPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following :
This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials or for use on ships, etc.
Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.
When you replace the light bulb inthe refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.
Do not modify or extend the power cord.
Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove interior odors.
For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the electrical circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the user's responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.
Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke coming from the appliance.
Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.
Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.
Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.
Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.
tn refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands
on the automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.
Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when the refrigerator is in operation.
Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
Do not refreeze frozen food that the thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health issue.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer, tf you release CFCcoolant, you may be fined or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant environmental law.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even ifthey are sitting for only a few days. When disposing of the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the
doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.
6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THEAPPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following :
Z_ CAUTION
Installation
The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator.
Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other packing materials out of the reach of children.
The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.
Use
Close the door carefully when children are around.
Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.
If you store food improperly, be aware that it may fall and cause injury.
Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
Maintenance
Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.
Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power ptug and contact areas regularly.
Do not store, disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.
Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power ptug pins.
Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.
If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in.
If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the refrigerator immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COMPONENTS 7
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
Handle
Opens and closes
Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser
Dispenses purified water and ice.
the door.
Button
LED Display Displays the refrigerator and
freezer temperature, the water filter condition and the dispenser
status.
Control Panel Sets the refrigerator and freezer
temperatures, the water filter condition and the dispenser mode.
Ez Handle Easily opens the freezer
door.
Refrigerator Preserves food.
LED Light LED lights up when the
freezer door is opened.
Freezer Preserves frozen food.
8 COMPONENTS
Refrigerator Interior
Water filter --
Purifies water. (_ NOTE
The filter should be replaced every 6
Used to preserve chilled food or drinks.
Pullout Drawer Used for extra storage within
the freezer compartment.
LED interior lamps The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator.
L.___
Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf
The shelves in your refrigerator are
adjustable to meet your individual storage needs.
-- Door-M-Door Case The convenience of a "soft cool"
storage area and easy access to items stored in this area.
Cheese & Butter Bin Cheese & Butter and
Condiment bins, that are specially designed
for food that can be stored at a warmer
temperature. This makes spreading butter and slicing cheese easier.
Condiment Bin
Glide'N'Serve Allows you to store food
items at a different temperature than the
regular refrigerator area,
Durabase ° and Durabase ° Divider
The Durabase is astorage space recommended for the preservation of large
food items. The Durabase Divider is used to organize the Durabase area into sections.
It can be adjusted from side to side to
accommodate items of different sizes.
INSTALLATION9
INSTALLATION
Insfallafion Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.
1 Unpacking your 2 Choosing the proper 3 Disassembling/Assembling
refrigerator location
4 Connecting the water .5 Leveling and Door
supply and water line Alignment
10 INSTALLATION
Specifications
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product
improvements.
Dimensions 35 3/4" (W) X 36 1/4" (D) X 70 1/4" (H),49" (D w/door open)
908 mm (W) X 921 mm (D) X 1782 mm (H), 1244 mm (D w/door open) Net weight 331 Ib. (150 kg) Refrigerator storage capacity 19.4 cu. ft. Freezer storage capacity 9.6 cu. ft.
INSTALLATION 11
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
_ Z_ WARNING
Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator, Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury,
Your refrigerator is heavy, When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor, Atways pull
the refrigerator straight out when moving it, Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator
when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning-type labels, the model and serial number
label, orthe Tech Sheet that is located under the front of the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue
can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove
tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.
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 connected for the automatic
icemaker.
_- _ NOTE "_ | The water pressure must be between
| 20 and 120 psi on models without a | water filter and between 40 and 120 psi I
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.
Z_ WARNING
o reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the refrigerator ina 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. The 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.)
Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, I
a platform or weakly supported structure I
"d} NOTE -1
is not recommended, j
12 INSTALLATION
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
Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and
increased electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24 inches (61 cm) in front of the
refrigerator to open the doors, and at least 2 inches (5.08 cm) between the back of the
refrigerator and the wall.
24" (61 cm)
m
",_ 2" (5.08 cm)
Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator Door Handles
/x (_ NOTE J When it is necessary to move the
J refrigerator through a narrow opening, J removing the doors is the recommendec
J procedure. If it is necessary to remove
Removing the Handles
Loosen the set screws D with a 3/32in.
Allen wrench and remove the handle.
Loosen the mounting fasteners [] that
connect to the refrigerator door and handle
using a _/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove
the mounting fasteners.
Assembling the Handles
1 Assemble the mounting fasteners D at
both ends of the handle using a/4 in. Allen wrench.
2
Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting
fasteners and tightening the set screws [] with a 3/_2in. Allen wrench.
INSTALLATION 13
Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle
Removing the Handle
1 Loosen the set screws D located on the
lower side of the handle with a 1/sin. Allen wrench and remove the handle.
Loosen the mounting fasteners _ that connect to the freezer drawer
and handle using a//_ in,
Allen wrench, and remove
the mounting fasteners,
Assembling the Handle
1 Assemble the mounting fasteners D at
both ends of the handle using a 1/4in. Allen wrench.
2 Place the handle on the door by fitting
the handle footprints over
the mounting fasteners and
tightening the set screws with a//8 in. Allen wrench.
Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers
When it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure.
FZ_ WARNING
If your entrance door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator
sideways through the doorway.
Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do
so can result in back or other injury.
Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installation. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.
Do not put hands, feet or other objects into
the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical
shock.
Be careful when handling the hinge and
stopper. You may be injured.
Remove food and bins before detaching the
doors and drawers.
FZ_ WARNING
When assembling or disassembling the
handle:
Grasp the handle tightly to avoid dropping it.
Do not swing the handle into nearby people or animals.
Make sure that the bracket hole of the handle fits properly into the stopper bolt of
the door. Assemble the set screws to fix the handle into place.
Make sure that there is not agap between the door and handle after assembling the
handle.
14 INSTALLATION
Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
The water supply is connected to the upper
right part of the back 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 D, Et and _.
Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only when detaching the left
.OTE 1
refrigerator door.
2
Remove the screw D from the hinge cover at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the hook
(not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover I_ with a flat-head
screwdriver.
3 Remove the cover and pull out the tube O.
Disconnect all wire harnesses _.
4 Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise
B. Lift the top hinge _ free of the hinge lever latch.
Hinge Lever Latch
D
___.WhCAUTION
en lifting the hinge free of the latch, be I
careful that the door does not fall forward. /
5 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
remove the door,
Place the door, inside facing up, on a
i cAuT,o. 1
non-scratching surface.
INSTALLATION 15
Removing the Right Refrigerator Door
Remove the top hinge cover screw D. Lift the hook (not visible), located at the
bottom of the front side of the cover 8, with a flat-head screwdriver.
2 Detach the wire harness D,
3
Rotate the hinge lever i11clockwise. Lift the top hinge _ free of the hinge
lever latch.
Hinge Lever Latch
il
_-_ CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the hinge I lever latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. 1]
4
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door,
_-Z_ CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a / non-scratching surface.
16 INSTALLATION
Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
Install the right-side door first,
1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is
inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as
shown in the figure.
2 Fit the hinge D over the hinge lever latch
and slot it into place, Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
3 Connect the wire harness D.
D! ......../
4 Make sure that the door-switch located
inside the cover is tightly connected. Position the cover in its place. Insert and
tighten the cover screw _,
:[ii _i' D / ................Hinge L .... Latch
! -
Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed.
1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is
inserted in the bottom of the door. Install the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge.
2 Fit the hinge rll over the hinge lever latch
and slot it into place. Rotate the lever clockwise _ and fasten the hinge.
INSTALLATION 17
4
Push the water supply tube into the hole
on the top case and pull it through the
backptate.
5 Insert the water supply tube at least 5/8 in,
(15 mm) into the connector.
Hinge Lever Latch
3 Connect all the wire harnesses,
/
6 Make sure that the door-switch located
inside the cover is tightly connected. Place
the cover O in its position and tighten the cover screw _.
18 INSTALLATION
_ NOTE
) 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.
Removing the Freezer Drawers
The top and bottom drawers are alt removed
in the same way. In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer
drawer is not shown for clarity.
_//_ CAUTION
Use two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury.
Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury.
Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the drawer.
When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to damage the floor.
Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.
To prevent accidents, keep children and pets away from the drawer. Do not leave
the drawer open.
INSTALLATION 19
1 Pull the drawer open to full extension.
2 Lift the Dura Base basket up and out,
making sure to clear the rail system.
3 Remove the screws at the ends of both rails.
5
Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails.
-Z_ CAUTION Do not hold the handle when removing
or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury.
6 Holding one rail with each hand, push the
rails in simultaneously.
4 Remove the screw from the bar, then slide
out the bar.
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