LG LFX29991ST Owner 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.

LFX29991ST

www.lg.com

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2TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

	3	PRODUCT FEATURES		26 HOW TO USE
			26		Before Use
	4	IMPORTANT SAFETY	27		Control Panel
			27		- Control Panel Features
		INSTRUCTIONS
			29		In-Door Ice Bin
			29		- Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
	7	COMPONENTS	29		- Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
			30		Automatic Icemaker
	7	Refrigerator Exterior
			30		- Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off
	8	Refrigerator Interior
			31		- When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off
	9		31		- Normal Sounds You May Hear
		INSTALLATION	31		- Preparing for Vacation
	9	Installation Overview	32		Ice and Water Dispenser
			32		- Dispenser
	10	Specifications
			32		- Using the Dispenser
	11	Unpacking Your Refrigerator
			32		- Locking the Dispenser
	11	Choosing the Proper Location
			32		- Cleaning the Dispenser Stand
	11	- Flooring
			33		Storing Food
	12	- Ambient Temperature
			33		- Food Preservation Location
	12	- Measuring the Clearances
			34		- Food Storage Tips
	12	Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator
			34		- Storing Frozen Food
		Door Handles
	13	Removing/Assembling the Freezer	35		Humidity Controlled Crisper and
		Drawer Handle			Glide’N’Serve
	13	Removing/Assembling the Doors and	36		Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins
		Drawers	37		Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
	14	- Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
	15	- Removing the Right Refrigerator Door		38 MAINTENANCE
	16	- Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
	17	- Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door	38		Cleaning
	18	- Removing the Freezer Drawers	39		Replacing the Fresh Air Filter
	20	- Assembling the Freezer Drawers	39		Replacing the Water Filter
	21	Connecting the Water Line
	21	- Before You Begin		44 SMART DIAGNOSIS
	21	- Water Pressure
			44		Using Smart Diagnosis
	21	- What You Will Need
	22	- Water Line Installation Instructions
	24	Turning On the Power		45 TROUBLESHOOTING
	25	Leveling and Door Alignment
	25	- Leveling		55 WARRANTY
	25	- Door Alignment

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 control that keeps the compartment colder than the refrigerator. It is a convenient place to store sandwiches or meat to be cooked.

AUTO CLOSING HINGE

The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically with a slight push. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle less than 30°.)

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.

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4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

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 WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:

WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

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

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

yNEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.

yIf 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.

yDo not use an uncertified power outlet.

yUnplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.

yPlug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.

Installation

yContact an authorized service center before you install or relocate the refrigerator.

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

yPrior 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). It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.

yDo not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.

Use

yDO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

yDo not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

yDo not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.

yDo not put live animals inside the refrigerator.

yDo not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.

yIn the event of a gas 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.

yIn the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service center.

yDo 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.

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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 :

yThis product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials or for use on ship, etc.

yUnplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

yWhen you replace the light bulb in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.

yDo not modify or extend the power cord.

yDo not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove interior odors.

yFor 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.

yDo 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.

yDo not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

yDo not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.

yDisconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke coming from the appliance.

yTurn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.

yDo not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.

yDo not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.

yDo not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.

yIn 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.

yWhen dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.

yDo not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when the refrigerator is in operation.

yDo not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.

yThis 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.

yDo not refreeze frozen food that the thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health issue.

yIf you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you release CFC coolant, you may be fined or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant environmental law.

yJunked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they 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.

yIf connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.

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6IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 :

CAUTION

Installation

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

yBe careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other packing materials out of the reach of children.

yThe appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.

Use

yClose the door carefully when children are around.

yKeep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.

yIf you store food improperly, be aware that it may fall and cause injury.

yDo not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

yDo not store articles on the top of the appliance.

Maintenance

yDo not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.

yWipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas regularly.

yDo not store, disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.

yRemove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins.

yDo not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

yIf the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in.

yIf you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the refrigerator immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.

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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

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Filtered Water and

Ice Dispenser

Dispenses purified water and ice.

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.

Handle

Opens and closes the door.

Refrigerator

Preserves food.

LED Light

LED lights up when the freezer door is opened.

Freezer

Preserves frozen food.

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8COMPONENTS

Refrigerator Interior

	LED interior lamps
	The interior lamps light up
	the inside of the refrigerator.
	Water filter
	Purifies water.	Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf
	NOTE
		The shelves in your refrigerator are
	The filter should be replaced every 6	adjustable to meet your individual
		storage needs.
	months. Please refer to the “Replacing the
	filter” section in this manual for details.
	* This function may not	Dairy Product Bin
	be available, depending
		Used to preserve dairy
	on the model.
		products.
	Indoor Ice Bin
	Ice cubes are
	automatically produced.	Modular Door Bin
	Crisper	Interchangeable bins can
		be arranged to suit your
	Controls humidity and	storage needs.
	helps vegetables and
	fruit to stay crisp.
		Auto Closing Hinge
	Fixed Door Bin	The refrigerator doors
		and freezer drawers
	Used to preserve	close automatically when
	chilled food or drinks.	you push them slightly.
		(The door only closes
		automatically when it is
	Pullout Drawer	open at an angle of less
	Used for extra storage within	than 30°.)
	the freezer compartment.
		Glide‘N’Serve
		Allows you to store food
		items at a different
	Durabase® and Durabase® Divider	temperature than the
		regular refrigerator area.

The Durabase is a storage 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.

INSTALLATION 9

INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.

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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

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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	333 lb. (151 kg)
Refrigerator storage capacity	19.6 cu. ft.
Freezer storage capacity	9.6 cu. ft.

INSTALLATION 11

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

WARNING

yUse two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

yYour 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.

yKeep 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, or the 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

ySelect 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 on models with a water filter.

yThe 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.

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. 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.)

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Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended.

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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.

Removing/Assembling the

Refrigerator Door Handles

NOTE

When it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.

Removing the Handles

1Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

2Loosen the mounting fasteners that

connect to the refrigerator door and handle

using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

24” (61 cm)

2” (5.08 cm)

Assembling the Handles

1 Assemble the mounting fasteners at

both ends of the handle using a 1/4 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 3/32 in. Allen wrench.

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Removing/Assembling the

Freezer Drawer Handle

Removing the Handles

1Loosen the set screws located on the

lower side of the handle with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

2Loosen the mounting fasteners that

connect to the freezer drawer and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assembling the Handles

1Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench.

2Place the handle on the door by fitting

the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 1/8 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.

WARNING

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

yUse two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

yDisconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

yDo 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.

yBe careful when handling the hinge and stopper. You may be injured.

yRemove food and bins before detaching the doors and drawers.

WARNING

When assembling or disassembling the handles:

yGrasp the handle tightly to avoid dropping it.

yDo not swing the handle into nearby people or animals.

yMake 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.

yMake sure that there is not a gap between the door and handle after assembling the handle.

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Removing the Left Refrigerator Door	3 Remove the cover and pull out the tube .
	Disconnect all wire harnesses .

1 The water supply is connected to the

upper right part 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 and .

Collet

4 Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise

. Lift the top hingefree of the hinge lever latch.

NOTE

Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only when detaching the left Hinge Lever Latch

refrigerator door.

	2 Remove the	from the hinge cover at
	the top of the refrigerator. Lift the hook
	(not visible), located at the bottom of the		CAUTION
	front side of the cover with a flat-head
	screwdriver.		When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
			careful that the door does not fall forward.

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

CAUTION

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

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Removing the Right Refrigerator	3 Rotate the hinge lever clockwise.
Door	Lift the top hinge free of the hinge
	lever latch.

1 Remove the top hinge cover screw .

Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover , with a flat-head screwdriver.

Hinge Lever Latch

CAUTION

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

2 Detach the wire harness .

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

CAUTION

Place the door on the floor, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.

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Assembling the Right Refrigerator	3 Connect the wire harness .
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.

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 .

2 Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch

and slot it into place. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

Hinge Lever Latch

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Assembling the Left Refrigerator	4 Push the water supply tube into the hole
Door	on the top case and pull it through the
	backplate.
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.

2Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever clockwise and fasten the hinge.

5Hold the water supply connection and

gently push in the collet to connect the

water supply line as shown in and . Insert the tube at least 5/8 inch (15 mm) into the connector. Assemble the clip to the joint part for fastening.

Hinge Lever Latch

3 Connect all the wire harnesses.

Collet

6Make sure that the door-switch located

inside the cover is tightly connected. Place

the cover in its position and tighten the cover screw .

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NOTE

Collet

Tube

Insert Line

Clip

Removing the Freezer Drawers

The top and bottom drawers are all removed in the same way. In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity.

CAUTION

1)Gently press the Collet and insert the tube until only one line shows on the tube.

(Correct)

yUse two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

yDo not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury.

yBe careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the drawer.

yWhen you lay the drawer down, be careful not to damage the floor.

yDo not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.

yTo prevent accidents, keep children and pets away from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer open.

(Incorrect)

2)Pull the tube to make sure that the tube is tightly fastened and then insert the clip.

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1	Pull the drawer open to full extension.	5 Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to
2	Lift the back side of the top drawer slightly	remove it from the rails.
	to clear it from the rail system, then lift the	CAUTION
	front side to remove the drawer.	Do not hold the handle when removing

or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury.

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3 Lift the front of the middle drawer, then pull
the drawer straight out. Lift the lower basket
from the rail system and remove it.				6 Holding one rail with each hand, push the
				rails in simultaneously.

4 Remove the screws at the ends of both rails.