LG Electronics LFXS30766S User 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.

LFXS30766*

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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3 PRODUCT FEATURES

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 30 Smart Features 34 In-Door Ice Bin 34 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin 34 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin 35 Automatic Icemaker 35

- Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off 36 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off 36 - Normal Sounds You May Hear 36 - Preparing for Vacation 37 Ice and Water Dispenser 37 - Dispenser 37 - Using the Dispenser 37 - Locking the Dispenser 37 - Cleaning the Dispenser Stand 38 Storing Food 38 - Food Preservation Location 39 - Food Storage Tips 39 - Storing Frozen Food 40 Glide‘N’Access™ 41

Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins 42 Door-In-Door 44 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves

45 MAINTENANCE

45 Cleaning 46 Replacing the Fresh Air Filter 46 Replacing the Water Filter

51 SMART DIAGNOSIS™

51 Using Smart Diagnosis™

52 TROUBLESHOOTING

62 WARRANTY

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.

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

straight out from the outlet. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a

similarly qualified person in order to avoid 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.

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

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

Installation

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

When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power

cord. Prior to use, ensure that you are connecting this product to a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet

rated for use with this product (115V, 60Hz, AC only). 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.

Use

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

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

Do not put live animals inside the refrigerator.

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

In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service

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

ventilation and contact an authorized service center. Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator

or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable gas. Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door bins. Doing so may cause damage to the bin or

personal injury if items are removed with excessive force.

IMPORTANT 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:

This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials

or for use on ships, etc. Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

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

Do not modify or extend the power cord.

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

For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit

checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the

user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

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

Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke

coming from the appliance. Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.

Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.

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

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

In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector

mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

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

Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your

refrigerator is in operation. Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Do not refreeze frozen food that has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health

issue. If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper

disposal by a qualified servicer. 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 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

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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

taped to the front of the refrigerator. Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other

packing materials out of reach of children. The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.

Use

Close the door carefully when children are around.

Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are

necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby. If you store food improperly, be aware that it may fall and cause injury.

Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.

Maintenance

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

Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact

areas regularly. Do not store, disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.

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

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

If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five

minutes before plugging it back in. If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the refrigerator

immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.

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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

Handle

Opens and closes

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.

the door.

Button

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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LED interior lamps

The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator.

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.

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.

Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs.

Door-In-Door Case

A convenient storage area for frequently-used items that require easy access.

Cheese & Butter Bin

Cheese & Butter and Condiment bins, that are specially designed for these items, making spreading butter and slicing cheese easier.

Condiment Bin

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.

F-Basket

Area in the freezer that allows you to store smaller items for quick cooling.

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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Specifications

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The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.

Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LFXS30766*

Description French door refrigerator

Electrical requirements 115 VAC @ 60 Hz

Min. / Max. Water pressure

Dimensions

Net weight 353 lb. (160 kg)

20 – 120 psi (138 – 827 kPa)

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 1782 mm (H), 1221 mm (D w/ door open)

INSTALLATION

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

WARNING

Use two or more people to move and

install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving

the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. 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 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

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

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.

Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners that

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

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

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

Loosen the set screws located on the

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

Loosen 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

Assemble the mounting fasteners at

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

Place 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

If your entrance door is too narrow for the

refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway.

Use two or more people to remove and

install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Disconnect the electrical supply to the

refrigerator before installing. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

Do not put hands, feet or other objects into

the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.

Be careful when handling the hinge and

stopper, to avoid injury. Remove food and bins before detaching the

doors and drawers.

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WARNING

When assembling or disassembling the handle:

Grasp the handle tightly to avoid dropping it.

Do not swing the handle into nearby people

or animals. Make sure that the bracket hole of the

handle fits properly into the stopper bolt of the door. Assemble the set screws to fix the handle into place.

Make sure that there is not a gap between

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

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

NOTE

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

Remove the screw from the hinge cover

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

Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise

. 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

remove the door.

Remove the cover and pull out the tube .

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 .

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 .

Rotate the hinge lever clockwise.

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

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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Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door

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Install the right-side door first.

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.

Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch

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

Hinge Lever Latch

Connect the wire harness .

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

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 bottom of the door. Install the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge.

Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch

and slot it into place. Rotate the lever clockwise

and fasten the hinge.

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Push the water supply tube into the hole

on the top case and pull it through the backplate.

Hold the water supply connection and

gently push in the collet to connect the water supply line as shown in Insert the tube at least the connector. Assemble the clip to the joint part for fastening.

/8 inch (15 mm) into

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and .

Hinge Lever Latch

Connect all the wire harnesses.

Collet

Make 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

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

In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity.

CAUTION

Use two or more people to remove and

install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Do not hold the handle when removing

or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off and it could cause personal injury.

Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides

of the drawer. When you lay the drawer down, be

careful not to damage the floor. Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.

To prevent accidents, keep children

and pets away from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer open. If the Durabase storage bin is removed from the freezer drawer, there is sufficient space for a small child or pet to crawl inside.

(Durabase®)

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Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.

On the left rail, use a flat blade screwdriver to push in on the tab to release the drawer from the rail, as shown below. Once the left side is loose, push the tab on the right side with your finger to release the drawer. Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out.

Remove the screws from the rails at both

ends.

Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to

remove it from the rails.

CAUTION

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

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Hold both rails and push them in

simultaneously.

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Assembling the Freezer Drawers

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Pull out both rails simultaneously, until both

rails are fully extended.

Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the

drawer supports into the rail tabs located on both sides.

Lower the door into its final position and

tighten the screws located on both sides.

Insert the drawer into the frame, and push

the drawer back into place until you hear a click.

CAUTION

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

Insert the lower basket in the rail

assembly.

INSTALLATION

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

the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

Allow the storage tank on the reverse

osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.

If the issue concerning water pressure

from reverse osmosis remains, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

All installations must be in accordance

with local plumbing code requirements.

What You Will Need

Copper Tubing,

connect the refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.

To determine how

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.

½ in. or adjustable

wrench.

Flat blade and Phillips

head screwdrivers.

Two ¼ in. outer

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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If your existing copper water line has a

flared fitting at the end, you will need

adapter

an 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

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

Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line.

CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

Turning On the Power

Plug in the refrigerator.

CAUTION

Connect to a rated power outlet.

Have a certified electrician check

the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding. Do not damage or cut off the ground

terminal of the power plug.

INSTALLATION

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

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.

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

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.

Door Alignment

The left refrigerator door has an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower the door for proper alignment.

If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors evenly:

Use the wrench (included with the Use & Care Guide) to turn the nut in the door hinge to adjust the height. To the right to raise or to the left to lower the height.

The right refrigerator door does not have an adjustable nut.

If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the right door:

With one hand, lift up both the inner and

outer door sections of the right door to raise them at the middle hinge. (Opening the door may make lifting it easier)

With the other hand, use pliers to insert the

snap ring on the middle hinge of the inner door section as shown. Do not insert the ring on the hinge of the outer door section.

Insert additional snap rings until the right door

is aligned. (Two snap rings are provided with the unit.)

Outer

Inner

Door

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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

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

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

Power(PWR) mode.

Press the Air Filter button again to switch

back to Auto mode.

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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

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

the button one more time.

Ice On/Off

Press the Ice On/Off button for three seconds to turn the icemaker on/off.

Light

When you press the Light button, the dispenser light will turn on and the indicator will appear on the LED display.

( On some

models)

Change Water Filter

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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.

Door Alarm

When power is connected to the refrigerator,

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

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

stop.

Lock

The Lock function disables every other button on the display.

When power is initially connected to the

refrigerator, the Lock function is off. If you want to activate the Lock function to lock

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

Lock button for approximately three seconds.

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Connect

The Connect button, when used with the LG Smart Refrigerator smart phone app, allows the refrigerator to connect to your home’s WiFi network. Refer to the following page for information on the initial setup of the application.

The Connect icon allows you to check the status of the refrigerator’s network connection. When the refrigerator is connected to the network, the Connect icon is illuminated.

Press and hold the Connect button for 3 seconds to connect to the network. The icon will blink while the connection is being made, then turn on once the connection is successfully made. To disconnect, press and hold the button again.

Smart Grid

Press the Smart Grid button to turn the Smart Grid function On/Off. When the function is on, the icon will illuminate. The Smart Grid function automatically turns on when the refrigerator is connected to the Wi-Fi network.

When the refrigerator is responding to a Demand Response (DR) message from the electric company, the Grid text will illuminate.

Power Saving Mode

When the refrigerator is in the Power Saving

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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To use the Smart Features on your refrigerator, you will need the following devices and apps:

1. a wireless router and home Wi-Fi network

2. the LG Smart Grid refrigerator

3. an Android-based smart phone

4. the LG Smart Refrigerator app from the Google Play Store.

NOTE

To use the Smart Grid feature, you must also register for the Smart Grid (Demand Response) service with your local electric utility company. The company must provide Demand Response service.

Setting Up the Smart App and Connecting the Refrigerator

Create an account at Smart ThinQ.

https://us.smartthinq.com/

You will use the ID and password from this account in the smart phone application.

Download the smart phone app from the

Google Play Store. (LG Smart Refrigerator app)

In the app, select the Smart Model.

and password created in step 1.

When prompted, select the Non Touch

Screen Model.

Choose your home wireless router

from the list of routers in the app. Your refrigerator and smart phone must both be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

NOTE

You must connect the refrigerator to the internet using a wireless router on your home network. Tethering to a mobile phone, hotspot, or an unsecured network, for example, will cause unstable functionality.

If necessary, enter the password for your

router and click the connect button in the app.

Make sure the refrigerator display is active

by pressing any button. Press and hold the Smart Grid button on the refrigerator for three seconds. The Connect LED should blink while the connection is being made.

The app will automatically go through the

process of registering your product on the network, using the information you’ve provided. This may take some time, and the Connect LED will continue to blink during this process. After the registration process is completed, a message is displayed and the app will proceed to the Home screen.

Check that the Connect LED is illuminated

to confirm that the Wi-Fi network is connected. You can now use the app to control the Smart Features on your refrigerator.

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