Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
LFXS29626*
www.lg.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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3 PRODUCT FEATURES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
7 COMPONENTS
7 Refrigerator Exterior
8 Refrigerator Interior
9 INSTALLATION
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 Will 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 - Control Panel Features
29 In-Door Ice Bin
29 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
29 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
30 Automatic Icemaker
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- 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 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
38 MAINTENANCE
38 Cleaning
39 Replacing the Fresh Air Filter
39 Replacing the Water Filter
44 SMART DIAGNOSIS™
44 Using Smart Diagnosis™
45 TROUBLESHOOTING
55 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 at 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.
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.
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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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always
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
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 product damage.
read and obey
all safety messages.
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
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it
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straight out from the outlet.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
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similarly qualified person in order to avoid a 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.
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Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.
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Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.
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Installation
Contact an authorized service center before 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
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cord.
Prior to use, ensure that you are connecting this product to a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet
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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.
Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.
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Use
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the
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refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.
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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 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), ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service
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center before resuming use. Do not touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the refrigerator.
In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure adequate
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ventilation and contact an authorized service center.
Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator
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or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable gas.
Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door bins. Doing so may cause damage to the bin or
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personal injury if items are removed with excessive force.
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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:
This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials
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or for use on ships, etc.
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 interior odors.
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For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit
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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
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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.
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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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coming from the appliance.
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
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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.
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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your
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refrigerator is in operation.
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
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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 has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health
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issue.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper
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disposal by a qualified 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
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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.
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WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
ENGLISH
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
The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were
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taped to the front of the refrigerator.
Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other
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packing materials out of reach of children.
The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.
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Use
Close the door carefully when children are around.
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Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are
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necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.
If you store food improperly, be aware that it may fall and cause injury.
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Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
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Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
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Maintenance
Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.
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Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact
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areas regularly.
Do not store, disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.
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Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins.
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Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.
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If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five
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minutes before plugging it back in.
If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the refrigerator
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immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COMPONENTS
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COMPONENTS
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.
*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.
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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COMPONENTS
Refrigerator Interior
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Water filter
Purifies water.
NOTE
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 available, depending
on the model.
Indoor Ice Bin
Ice cubes are
automatically produced.
Crisper
Controls humidity and
helps vegetables and
fruit to stay crisp.
Fixed Door Bin
Used to preserve
chilled food or drinks.
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.
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°.)
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.
Glide‘N’Serve
Allows you to store food
items at a different
temperature than the
regular refrigerator area.
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
4 Connecting the water
supply and water line
2 Choosing the proper
location
5 Leveling and Door
Alignment
3 Disassembling/Assembling
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NOTE
Connect to potable water supply only.
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INSTALLATION
Specifications
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The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product
improvements.
Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LFXS29626*
DescriptionFrench door refrigerator
Electrical requirements115 VAC @ 60 Hz
Min. / Max. Water pressure
Dimensions
Net weight320 lb. (145 kg)
20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa)
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)
INSTALLATION
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Unpacking Your Refrigerator
WARNING
Use two or more people to move and
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install the refrigerator. Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury.
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving
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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.
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
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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.
Choosing the Proper Location
Select a place where a water supply can
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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/cm². If
the refrigerator is installed in an area with
low water pressure (below 20 psi), you can
install a booster pump to compensate for
the low pressure.
The refrigerator should always be plugged
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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.
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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.
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 the 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.
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Ambient Temperature
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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)
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
Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in.
1
Allen wrench and remove the handle.
Loosen the mounting fasteners that
2
connect to the refrigerator door and handle
using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove
the mounting fasteners.
2” (5.08 cm)
Assembling the Handles
Assemble the mounting fasteners at
1
both ends of the handle using a 1/4 in.
Allen wrench.
Place the handle on the door by fitting
2
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
Loosen the set screws located on the
1
lower side of the handle with a 1/8 in. Allen
wrench and remove the handle.
Loosen the mounting fasteners that
2
connect to the
freezer drawer
and handle
1
using a
Allen wrench,
and remove
the mounting
fasteners.
Assembling the Handles
Assemble the mounting fasteners at
1
both ends of the handle using a 1/4 in. Allen
wrench.
Place the handle on the door by fitting
2
the handle
footprints over
the mounting
fasteners and
tightening the
set screws
with a 1/8 in.
Allen wrench.
/4 in.
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
If your entrance door is too narrow for the
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refrigerator to pass through, remove the
refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator
sideways through the doorway.
Use two or more people to remove and
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install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do
so can result in back or other injury.
Disconnect the electrical supply to the
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refrigerator before installing. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.
Do not put hands, feet or other objects into
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the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator.
You may be injured or receive an electrical
shock.
Be careful when handling the hinge and
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stopper, to avoid injury.
Remove food and bins before detaching the
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doors and drawers.
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WARNING
When assembling or disassembling the
handle:
Grasp the handle tightly to avoid dropping it.
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Do not swing the handle into nearby people
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or animals.
Make sure that the bracket hole of the
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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 a gap between
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the door and handle after assembling the
handle.
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Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
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The water supply is connected to the
1
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
Collet
NOTE
Detachment of the water supply line is
applicable only when detaching the left
refrigerator door.
Remove the screw from the hinge cover
2
at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the hook
(not visible), located at the bottom of the
front side of the cover with a flat-head
screwdriver.
and .
Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise
4
. Lift the top 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.
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
5
remove the door.
Remove the cover and pull out the tube .
3
Disconnect all wire harnesses
.
CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface.
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Removing the Right Refrigerator
Door
Remove the top hinge cover screw .
1
Lift the hook (not visible), located at the
bottom of the front side of the cover
with a flat-head screwdriver.
Detach the wire harness .
2
Rotate the hinge lever clockwise.
3
Lift the top hinge
lever latch.
,
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the hinge
lever latch, be careful that the door
does not fall forward.
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
4
remove the door.
free of the hinge
Hinge Lever Latch
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CAUTION
Place the door on the floor, inside
facing up, on a non-scratching surface.
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INSTALLATION
Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
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Install the right-side door first.
Make sure that the plastic sleeve is
1
inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower
the door onto the middle hinge pin as
shown in the figure.
Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch
2
and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
Hinge Lever Latch
Connect the wire harness .
3
Make sure that the door-switch located
4
inside the cover is tightly connected.
Position the cover in its place. Insert and
tighten the cover screw
.
Assembling the Left Refrigerator
Door
Install the left refrigerator door after the right
door is installed.
Make sure that the plastic sleeve is
1
inserted in the bottom of the door. Install
the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge.
Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch
2
and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
clockwise
and fasten the hinge.
INSTALLATION
Push the water supply tube into the hole
4
on the top case and pull it through the
backplate.
Hold the water supply connection and
5
gently push in the collet to connect the
water supply line as shown in
Insert the tube at least
into the connector. Assemble the clip to
the joint part for fastening.
5
/8 inch (15 mm)
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and .
Hinge Lever Latch
Connect all the wire harnesses.
3
Collet
Make sure that the door-switch located
6
inside the cover is tightly connected. Place
the cover
cover screw
in its position and tighten the
.
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INSTALLATION
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NOTE
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.
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
Use two or more people to remove and
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install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury.
Do not hold the handle when removing
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or replacing the drawer. The handle may
come off, causing personal injury.
Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides
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of the drawer.
When you lay the drawer down, be
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careful not to damage the floor.
Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.
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To prevent accidents, keep children and
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pets away from the drawer. Do not leave
the drawer open.
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Pull the drawer open to full extension.
1
Lift the Dura Base basket up and out,
2
making sure to clear the rail system.
Remove the screws at the ends of both rails.
3
Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to
5
remove it from the rails.
6
CAUTION
Do not hold the handle when removing
or replacing the drawer. The handle may
come off, causing personal injury.
Holding one rail with each hand, push the
rails in simultaneously.
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Remove the screw from the bar, then slide
4
out the bar.
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Assembling the Freezer Drawers
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The top and bottom drawers are all assembled
in the same way.
Using two hands, pull out both rails
1
simultaneously until they are fully
extended.
Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the
2
drawer supports into the rail tabs located on
both sides.
Reinstall the bar in the drawer supports, then
3
insert and tighten the screw.
Lower the door into final position and
4
tighten the screws located on both sides.
CAUTION
Do not hold the handle when removing
or replacing the drawer. The handle
may come off, causing personal injury.
With the drawer pulled out to full
5
extension, insert the lower basket in the
rail assembly.
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Connecting the Water Line
Before You Begin
This water line installation is not covered by the
refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions
carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water
damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in
house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator
parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding.
Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer
before installing the water supply line to the
refrigerator.
CAUTION
To prevent burns and product damange,
only connect the refrigerator water line to
a cold water supply.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power
button is turned o.
CAUTION
Do not install the icemaker tubing in
areas where temperatures fall below
freezing.
Water Pressure
The water pressure must be between 20 and
120 psi. If the refrigerator is installed in an area
with low water pressure (below 20 psi), you can
install a booster pump to compensate for the low
pressure.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply, this water
line installation is not covered by the refrigerator
warranty. Follow the instructions carefully to
minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs
to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276-414 kPa or
2.8-4.2 kgf/cm², less than 2.0-3.0 sec. to fill a cup
of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity).
CAUTION
Wear eye protection during installation
to prevent injury.
If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis
system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/
cm² (takes more than 4.0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz
or 198 cc capacity):
Check to see if the sediment filter in
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the reverse osmosis system is blocked.
Replace the filter if necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse
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osmosis system to refill after heavy
usage.
If the issue concerning water pressure
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from reverse osmosis remains, call a
licensed, qualified plumber.
All installations must be in accordance
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with local plumbing code requirements.
What You Will Need
Copper Tubing,
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connect the refrigerator to the water
supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing
are cut square.
To determine how
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much tubing you need:
measure the distance
from the water valve on the back of
the refrigerator to the water supply
pipe. Then, add 8 feet (2.4 m). Be sure
there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8
feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about
10 in. [25 cm] diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.
Power drill.
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½ in. or adjustable
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wrench.
Flat blade and Phillips
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head screwdrivers.
Two ¼ in. outer
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diameter compression
nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves)
copper tubing to the shutoff valve and
the refrigerator water valve.
¼ in. outer diameter, to
to connect the
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INSTALLATION
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If your existing copper water line has a
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flared fitting at the end, you will need
adapter
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stores) to connect the water line to the
refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared
fitting with a tube
cutter and then use a
compression fitting.
Shutoff valve to
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connect to the cold water line.
valve should have a water inlet with a
minimum inside diameter of 5/32 in. at
the point of connection to the COLD
WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves
are included in many water supply kits.
Before purchasing,
make sure a saddletype valve complies
with your local
plumbing codes.
A self piercing saddle type water valve
should not be used.
(available at plumbing supply
The shutoff
NOTE
Water Line Installation Instructions
WARNING
When using any electrical device
(such as a power drill) during
installation, be sure the device is
battery powered, double insulated
or grounded in a manner that will
prevent the hazard of electric shock.
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest
frequently used drinking water line.
SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
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Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the
pressure on the line.
CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
2
Choose a location for
the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to
connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When
it is necessary to connect
into a horizontal water
pipe, make the connection to the top or
side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid
drawing off any sediment from the water
pipe.
DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
3
Drill a ¼ in. hole in
the water pipe using
a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting
from drilling the hole
in the pipe. Be careful
not to allow water
to drain into the drill. Failure to drill a ¼ in.
hole may result in reduced ice production
or smaller cubes.
NOTE
The hookup line cannot be white, plastic
tubing. Licensed plumbers must use
only copper tubing (NDA tubing #49595
or #49599) or Cross Link Polyethylene
(PEX) tubing.
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FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
4
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water
pipe with the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
NOTE
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be
adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal
and their use is not permitted in
Massachusetts. Consult with your
licensed plumber.
TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
5
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing
washer begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the clamp
or you may crush the tubing.
Washer
Pipe Clamp
Clamp Screw
Inlet End
CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
7
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing
and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make
sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve.
Tighten the compression nut securely.
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
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Compression
Nut
Ferrule (sleeve)
Turn the main water supply on and flush out
the tubing until the water is clear.
Shut the water off at the
water valve after about
one quart of water has
been flushed through the
tubing.
CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
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REFRIGERATOR
WARNING
Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure that the refrigerator
power cord is not plugged into the wall
outlet.
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ROUTE THE TUBING
6
Route the tubing between the cold water
line and the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in
the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or
adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall
as possible.
NOTE
Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of
about 10 in. diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.
a. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the
water valve.
b. Place the compression nut and ferrule
(sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as
shown.
c. Insert the end of the copper tubing into
the connection as far as possible. While
holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
Tubing Clamp
¼ in.
Compression
Nut
Ferrule
(sleeve)
¼ in. Tubing
Refrigerator
Connection
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INSTALLATION
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VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
CAUTION
Check to see if leaks occur at the water
line connections.
PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
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Arrange the coil of tubing so that it
does not vibrate against the back of the
refrigerator or against the wall. Push the
refrigerator back to the wall.
START THE ICEMAKER
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Turn the icemaker on at the control panel.
The icemaker will not begin to operate
until it reaches its operating temperature
of 15°F (–9°C) or below. It will then begin
operation automatically if the icemaker has
been turned on.
TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF
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Turning On the Power
Plug in the refrigerator.
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CAUTION
Connect to a rated power outlet.
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Have a certified electrician check
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the wall outlet and wiring for proper
grounding.
Do not damage or cut off the ground
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terminal of the power plug.
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Leveling and Door Alignment
Leveling
After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power
cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push
the refrigerator into the final position.
Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs—
one on the right and one on the left. Adjust the
legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or sideto-side. If your refrigerator seems unsteady, or
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust
the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions
below:
Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise
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that side of the refrigerator or to the right
to lower it. It may take several turns of the
leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the
refrigerator.
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Door Alignment
Both the left and right refrigerator doors have
an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge,
to raise and lower them to align properly.
If the space between your doors is uneven,
follow the instructions below to align the doors
evenly:
Use the wrench (included with the Owner’s
Manual) to turn the nut in the door hinge to
adjust the height. Turn it to the right to raise or
to the left to lower the height.
NOTE
A flare nut wrench works best, but an
open-end wrench will suffice.
Do not over-tighten.
Open both doors again and check to make
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sure that they close easily. If the doors do
not close easily, tilt the refrigerator slightly
more to the rear by turning both leveling
legs to the left. It may take several more
turns, and you should turn both leveling
legs the same amount.
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Before use
Clean the refrigerator.
Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during
shipping.
CAUTION
Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that
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contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape
or adhesive from the refrigerator,.
Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information
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on the rear surface of the refrigerator.
NOTE
Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.
Connect the power supply.
Check if the power supply is connected before use.
Read the “Turning On the Power” section.
Turn off the icemaker if the refrigerator is not yet connected to the
water supply.
Turn off the automatic icemaker and then plug the power plug of the refrigerator
into the grounded electric outlet.
* This is applicable only to certain models.
CAUTION
Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water
supply may cause the refrigerator to malfunction.
Wait for the refrigerator to cool.
Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food in
it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling.
CAUTION
Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the
food to spoil, or a bad odor could linger inside the refrigerator.
The refrigerator makes a loud noise after initial operation.
This is normal. The volume will decrease as the temperature lowers.
Open refrigerator doors and freezer drawers to ventilate the interior.
The inside of the refrigerator may smell like plastic at first. Remove any adhesive
tape from inside the refrigerator and open the refrigerator doors and the freezer
drawers for ventilation.
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Control Panel
* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
Control Panel Features
Ice Type
Press the Ice Type button to choose either cubed
or crushed ice. The cubed or crushed ice icon will
illuminate.
Refrigerator Temperature
Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator
compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).
Freezer Temperature
Indicates the set temperature of the freezer
compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).
To change the temperature mode from °F to °C
(or vice versa) press and hold the Refrigerator
and Freezer temperature buttons simultaneously
for approximately five seconds. The temperature
indication on the display window switches
between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
NOTE
The displayed temperature is the target
temperature, and not the actual temperature
of the refrigerator. The actual refrigerator
temperature depends on the food inside the
refrigerator.
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LED Display
Indicator
Control
Button
Fresh Air Filter
The Fresh Air Filter helps remove odors from the
refrigerator. The Fresh Air Filter has two settings,
Auto and Power(PWR). In Auto mode, the Fresh
Air Filter will cycle on and off in increments of ten
minutes on and one hundred ten minutes off. If
set to the Power(PWR) mode, the Fresh Air Filter
will stay on continuously for four hours, cycling on
and off in increments of ten minutes on and five
minutes off. After four hours, the Fresh Air Filter
will switch back to Auto mode.
Press the Air Filter button once for
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Power(PWR) mode.
Press the Air Filter button again to switch
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back to Auto mode.
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( On some
models)
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Control Panel Features (continued)
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Change Filter
When the Change Filter icon turns on, the air
filter needs to be replaced. After replacing the air
filter, press and hold the Fresh Air Filter button for
three seconds to turn the icon light off. Changing
the air filter approximately every six months is
recommended.
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Ice Plus
This function increases both ice making and
freezing capabilities.
When you touch the Ice Plus button, the
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graphic will illuminate in the display and
will continue for 24 hours. The function will
automatically shut off after 24 hours.
You can stop this function manually by touching
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the button one more time.
Ice On/Off
Press the Ice On/Off button for three seconds to
turn the icemaker on/off.
( On some
models)
Door Alarm
When power is connected to the refrigerator,
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the door alarm is initially set to ON. When you
press the Door Alarm button, the display will
change to OFF and the Door Alarm function will
deactivate.
When either the refrigerator or the freezer
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door is left open for more than 60 seconds, the
alarm tone will sound to let you know that the
door is open.
When you close the door, the door alarm will
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stop.
Lock
The Lock function disables every other button
on the display.
When power is initially connected to the
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refrigerator, the Lock function is off.
If you want to activate the Lock function to lock
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other buttons, press and hold the Lock button
for three seconds or more. The Lock icon will
display and the Lock function is now enabled.
To disable the Lock function, press and hold the
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Lock
button for approximately three seconds.
Light
When you press the Light button, the dispenser
light will turn on and the indicator will appear on
the LED display.
Change Water Filter
When the water filter indicator turns on, you
need to change the water filter. After changing
the water filter, press and hold the Change Filter
button for three seconds to turn the indicator
light off. You need to change the water filter
approximately every six months.
Power Saving Mode
When the refrigerator is in the Power Saving
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Mode, the display will remain off until a door
is opened or a button is pressed. Once on, the
display will remain on for 20 seconds.
CAUTION
Display Mode (For Store Use Only)
The Display Mode disables all cooling in the
refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve
energy while on display in a retail store. When
activated OFF will display on the control panel
and the display will remain on for 20 seconds.
To deactivate / activate:
With either refrigerator door opened, press
and hold the Refrigerator and Ice Plus buttons
at the same time for five seconds. The control
panel will beep and the temperature settings
will display to confirm that Display Mode
is deactivated. Use the same procedure to
activate the Display Mode.
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In-Door Ice Bin
* Depending on the model, some of the
following functions may not be available.
CAUTION
Keep hands and tools out of the ice
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compartment door and dispenser chute.
Failure to do so may result in damage or
personal injury.
The icemaker will stop producing ice when
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the in-door ice bin is full. If you need more
ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin
in the freezer compartment. During use,
the ice can become uneven causing the
icemaker to misread the amount of ice
cubes and stop producing ice. Shaking the
ice bin to level the ice within it can reduce
this problem.
Storing cans or other items in the ice bin will
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damage the icemaker.
Keep the ice compartment door closed
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tightly. If the ice compartment door is not
closed tightly, the cold air in the ice bin will
freeze food in the refrigerator compartment.
This could also cause the icemaker to stop
producing ice.
If the Ice On/Off button on the display is
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set to OFF for an extended period of time,
the ice compartment will gradually warm
up to the temperature of the refrigerator
compartment. To prevent ice cubes from
melting and leaking from the dispenser,
ALWAYS empty the ice bin when the
icemaker is set to OFF for more than a few
hours.
To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the
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front handle, slightly lift the lower part,
and slowly pull out the bin as shown.
Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
Carefully insert the in-door ice bin while
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slightly slanting it to avoid contact with the
icemaker.
Avoid touching the auto shutoff (feeler
2
arm) when replacing the ice bin. See the
label on the ice compartment door for
details.
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Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
Gently pull the handle to open the ice
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compartment.
Auto shutoff
(feeler arm)
CAUTION
When handling the ice bin,
keep hands away from the
icemaker tray area to avoid
personal injury.
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Automatic Icemaker (Ice Room)
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* Depending on the model, some of the
following functions may not be available.
Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent
to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce
70-182 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending
on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and
other operating conditions.
It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly
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installed refrigerator to begin making ice. Wait
72 hours for full ice production to occur.
Ice making stops when the in-door ice bin
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is full. When full, the in-door ice bin holds
approximately 6 to 8 (12-16 oz) glasses of ice.
Foreign substances or frost on the auto shutoff
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(feeler arm) can interrupt ice production. Make
sure the feeler arm is clean at all times for
proper operation.
To increase ice production, use the Ice Plus
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function. The function increases both ice
making and freezing capabilities.
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT place fingers or hands on the
automatic ice making mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in.
Automatic Icemaker
(Freezer Room)
* Depending on the model, some of the
following functions may not be available.
Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent
to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce
12 cubes per cycle—approximately 100 cubes
in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer
compartment temperature, room temperature,
number of door openings and other operating
conditions.
It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly
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installed refrigerator to begin making ice.
Foreign substances or frost on the ice-
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detecting sensor can interrupt ice production.
Make sure the sensor area is clean at all times
for proper operation.
Automatic
Shut off Arm
Power Switch
Icemaker
Auto shutoff (feeler arm)
Turning the Automatic Icemaker
On or Off
To turn the automatic icemaker On/Off, press
and hold the Ice On/Off button on the control
panel for three seconds.
Turning the Automatic Icemaker
On or Off
To turn off the automatic icemaker, set the
icemaker switch to
automatic icemaker, set the switch to
OFF (O)
. To turn on the
ON (I)
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