Lg LFXS28596D Installation

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INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions rst after purchasing this product or transporting it to another

location.

13INSTALLATION

Unpacking the

Refrigerator

Connecting the Water

Line

CAUTION

• Connect to potable water supply only.

• Fill with potable water only.

Choosing the Proper

Location

Leveling and Door

Alignment

Disassembling/

Assembling

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Unpacking the Refrigerator

WARNING

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

• The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the oor when moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator

when trying to move it, as oor damage could

occur.

• Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to

do so can result in re, explosion, or death.

NOTE

• Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning 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

ngers. Rinse with warm water and dry.

• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,

ammable uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove

tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

• Reinstall or adjust shelves as needed. Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position. Reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

Choosing the Proper Location

Water

Water supply must be easily connected for the automatic icemaker.

NOTE

• The water pressure must be 20 - 120 psi or 138 - 827 kPa or 1.4 - 8.4 kgf/cm installed in an area with low water pressure (below 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/cm booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.

Electricity

Use an individual, grounded outlet:115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC, 15 Amps minimum.

WARNING

• Do not overload house wiring and cause a re hazard by plugging in multiple appliances in the same outlet with the refrigerator.

• 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

installed and leveled on a solidly constructed oor. If

required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for

the unevenness of the oor.

NOTE

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

. If the refrigerator is

), you can install a

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.

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Dimensions and Clearances

• Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sufcient room to move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings.

• If an opening is too narrow to t the refrigerator through, the doors must be removed.

• The installation location chosen for the refrigerator should allow space behind the unit for connections and

airow and space in front to open the doors and drawers.

• Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24 inches (610 mm) in front of the refrigerator to open the doors, and at least 2 inches (50.8 mm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.

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- List LFXS28596*

A Depth without handle

B Width

C Height to Top of Case

D Height to Top of Hinge

E Back Clearance

F Depth without Door

Depth (Total with Door Open 90°)

Front Clearance

Depth With handle

LFXS26973* LFXS26596*

32 3/8"

(822 mm)

35 3/4"

(908 mm)

68 3/8"

(1737 mm)

69 3/4"

(1772 mm)

(50 mm)

28 1/2"

(724 mm)

47 1/8"

(1197 mm)

5/8"

(575 mm)

34 7/8”

(886 mm)

33 3/4"

(857 mm)

35 3/4"

(908 mm)

68 3/8"

(1737 mm)

69 3/4"

(1772 mm)

(50 mm)

29 7/8"

(759 mm)

48 1/2"

(1232 mm)

24"

(610 mm)

36 1/4”

(921 mm)

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Removing/Assembling Handles

• When moving the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is preferred.

• The appearance of the handles may vary from what is shown.

WARNING

When assembling or disassembling the refrigerator handles:

• Grasp the handle rmly to avoid dropping it.

• Do not swing the handle into nearby people or animals.

• Make sure that the bracket hole of the handle

ts properly into the stopper bolt of the door. Assemble the set screws to x the handle into

place.

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

Tools Needed

3/32 in. Allen wrench 1/8 in. Allen wrench 1/4 in. Allen wrench

Removing the Refrigerator Handles

Loosen the set screws (1) with a 3/32 in. Allen

wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners (2) that connect

to the refrigerator door and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assembling the Refrigerator Handles

Assemble the mounting fasteners (1) at both ends

of the handle with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench.

Place the handle on the door by tting the handle

footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws (2) with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench.

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Removing the Freezer Drawer Handle

Loosen the set screws (1) located on the lower

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

Loosen the mounting fasteners (2) with a 1/4

in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle

Assemble the mounting fasteners (1) at both ends

of the handle with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench.

Place the handle on the door by tting the handle

footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws (2) with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench.

Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers

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

WARNING

• Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator and freezer doors.

• Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing.

• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator.

• Be careful when handling the hinge and stopper.

• Remove food and bins before detaching the doors.

• Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the doors as the handle may come off.

Tools Needed

3/32 in. Allen wrench 1/8 in. Allen wrench 1/4 in. Allen wrench

Removing the Left Refrigerator Door

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.

Collet

NOTE

• Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only when detaching the left refrigerator door.

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