LG LFX31925 User 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.
LFX31925**
P/NO : MFL62184416
www.lg.com
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
9 INSTALLATION
9 Installation Overview
9 Specifications
10 Unpacking Your Refrigerator
10 Choosing the Proper Location
10 - Flooring
10 - Ambient Temperature
10 - Measuring the Clearances
11 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator
11 Removing/Assembling the Freezer
12 Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers
12 - Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
13 - 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
19 Connecting the Water Line
19 -Before You Begin
19 - Water Pressure
19 - What You Will Need
20 - Water Line Installation Instructions
21 Turning On the Power
22 Leveling and Door Alignment
22 - Leveling
22 - Door Alignment
Door Handles
Drawer Handle
23 HOW TO USE
23 Before Use
24 Control Panel
24 - Control Panel Features
26 In-Door Ice Bin
26 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
26 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
27 Automatic Icemaker
27 - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off
28 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off
28 - Normal Sounds You May Hear
28 - Preparing for Vacation
29 Ice and Water Dispenser
29 - Dispenser
29 - Using the Dispenser
29 - Locking the Dispenser
29 - Cleaning the Dispenser Stand
30 Storing Food
30 - Food Preservation Location
31 - Food Storage Tips
31 - Storing Frozen Food
32 Humidity Controlled Crisper and Glide’N’Serve
33 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins
34 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
35 MAINTENANCE
35 Cleaning
36 Replacing the Fresh Air Filter
37 Replacing the Water Filter
41 SMART DIAGNOSIS
41 Using 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 Low and High.
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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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
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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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
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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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.
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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.
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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
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.
Handle
Opens and closes the door.
Refrigerator
Preserves food.
LED Light
LED lights up under the
refrigerator door.
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Ez Handle
Easily opens the freezer door.
Freezer
Preserves frozen food.
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Refrigerator Interior
Water filter
Purifies water.
The filter should be replaced
every 6 months. Please refer
to the “Replacing the filter”
section in this manual for
details.
* This function may not be
Indoor Ice Bin
100 ice cubes are
automatically produced
over a 24-hour period.
Crisper
Controls humidity and helps
vegetables and fruit to stay
crisp.
Fixed Door Bin
Used to preserve chilled
food or drinks.
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available, depending on
the model.
LED interior lamps
The interior lamps light up the
inside of the refrigerator.
Dairy Product Bin
Used to preserve dairy
products.
Adjustable
Refrigerator Shelf
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable
to meet your individual
storage needs.
Guide Divider
The Guide Divider can
be used to organize the
drink or pitcher area.
Modular Door Bin
Interchangeable bins can
be arranged to suit your
storage needs.
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.
Pullout Drawer
Used for extra storage
within the freezer compartment.
Durabase® and Durabase® Divider
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.
F-Basket
Area in the freezer that
allows you to fill smaller
items for quick cooling.
INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.
1 Unpacking your
refrigerator
2 Choosing the proper
location
3 Disassembling/Assembling
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4 Connecting the water
supply and water line
5 Leveling and Door
Alignment
Specifications
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.
Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LFX31925
Description
Electrical requirements
Min. / Max. Water pressure
Dimensions
Net weight
Refrigerator storage capacity
Freezer storage capacity
French door refrigerator
115 VAC @ 60 Hz
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21 - 121 PSI (1.5 - 8.5 kgf/cm
35 3/4" (W) X 36 1/4" (D) X 70 1/4" (H), 48 1/8" (D w/ door open)
908 mm (W) X 921 mm (D) X 1783 mm (H), 1221 mm (D w/ door open)
348 lb. (158 kg)
20.7 cu. ft.
10.0 cu. ft.
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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 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
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.
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
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 120 psi
on models without a water filter and between 40 and
120 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.
24” (61 cm)
2” (5.08 cm)
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Removing/Assembling the
Refrigerator Door Handles
NOTE
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.
Removing the Handles
Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and
1
remove the handle.
Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect to the
2
refrigerator door and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench,
remove the mounting fasteners.
Removing/Assembling the
Freezer Drawer Handle
Removing the Handles
Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of
1
the handle with a
handle.
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
1
/4 in. Allen wrench,
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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
1
/4 in. Allen wrench.
with a 3/32 in. 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
1
/4 in. Allen wrench.
with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench.
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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.
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If your entrance door is too narrow for the refrigera-
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
refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury or death.
Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air
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
stopper. It may result in injury.
Remove food and bins from the doors and drawers
before detaching.
Remove the screw from the hinge cover at the top of
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the refrigerator. Lift the hook (not visible), located at the
bottom of the front side of the cover
screwdriver.
Remove the cover and pull out the tube . Disconnect all
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wire harnesses
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with a flat-head
Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
The water supply is connected to the upper right part of
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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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Collet
NOTE
Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only
when detaching the left refrigerator door.
Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise . Lift the top
4
hinge
free of the hinge lever latch.
Hinge Lever Latch
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that
the door does not fall forward.
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Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
(continued)
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
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door.
CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
surface.
Removing the Right Refrigerator Door
Remove the top hinge cover screw . Lift the hook (not
1
visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the
cover
Detach the wire harness .
2
, with a flat-head screwdriver.
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Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top hinge
3
free of the hinge lever latch.
Hinge Lever Latch
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the hinge lever latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
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Removing the Right Refrigerator Door
(continued)
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
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door.
CAUTION
Place the door on the floor, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface.
Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
Install the right-side door first.
Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bot-
1
tom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle hinge
pin as shown in the figure.
Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into
2
place. Rotate the lever
hinge.
counterclockwise to secure the
Connect the wire harness .
3
Hinge Lever Latch
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Make sure that the door-switch located inside the cover
4
is tightly connected. Position the cover in its place. Insert
and tighten the cover screw
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Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed.
Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bot-
1
tom of the door. Install the refrigerator door onto the
middle hinge.
Connect all the wire harnesses.
3
Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case
4
and pull it through the backplate.
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Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into
2
place. Rotate the lever clockwise
Hinge Lever Latch
and fasten the hinge.
Hold the water supply connection and gently push in the
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collet to connect the water supply line as shown in and
. Insert the tube at least 5/8 inch (15 mm) into the con-
nector. Assemble the clip to the joint part for fastening.
Collet
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Make sure that the door-switch located inside the cover
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is tightly connected. Place the cover
tighten the cover screw
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NOTE
Collet
Tube
Insert Line
Clip
in its position and
Removing the Freezer Drawers
The top, middle 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
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.
If the Durabase
freezer drawer, there is sufficient space inside for
a small child or a pet to get into.
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storage bin is removed from the
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.
(Durabase
Pull the drawer open to full extension.
1
Lift up the basket and bin inside the drawer. (Images
2
, in the figure below may differ from the actual
drawers of the refrigerator.)
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