LG LM57SXT Owner's Manual
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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRIDGE & FREEZER
ENGLISH
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
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Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual may contain images or
content that may be different from the
model you purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the
manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE........................................................... 4
WARNING............................................................................................................4
CAUTION .............................................................................................................9
INSTALLATION
Before Installation ...........................................................................................11
Removing the Fridge and Freezer Door........................................................12
Connecting the Water Line .............................................................................14
Levelling and Door Alignment........................................................................15
Turning on the Power......................................................................................17
Moving the Appliance for Relocation ............................................................17
OPERATION
Before Use ........................................................................................................19
Product Features..............................................................................................21
Control Panel ....................................................................................................25
Ice and Water Dispenser.................................................................................27
Automatic Icemaker ........................................................................................29
InstaView...........................................................................................................31
Door in Door.....................................................................................................32
Drawer...............................................................................................................33
Shelf ...................................................................................................................34
Door Basket ......................................................................................................34
SMART FUNCTIONS
LG ThinQ Application.......................................................................................36
Smart Diagnosis ...............................................................................................37
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning ............................................................................................................39
Water Filter .......................................................................................................40
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service................................................................................42
WARNING
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen
risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance.
The guidelines are separated into
described below.
Safety Messages
This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations
that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully
and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk.
WARNING
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause serious injury or death.
‘WARNING’
and
‘CAUTION’
as
CAUTION
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause the minor injury or damage to the product.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or
scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
Technical Safety
• 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 use of the appliance by a person
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responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments;
- catering and similar non-retail applications.
•
This symbol alerts you to flammable materials that can
ignite and cause a fire if you do not take care.
• This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant
(R600a), but it is also combustible. When transporting and installing
the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the
refrigerating circuit are damaged.
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• The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance
require special disposal procedures. Consult with service agent or a
similarly qualified person before disposing of them.
• Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the outlet socket is loose,
do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre.
• Do not locate multiple portable outlet sockets or portable power
supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely
removing any moisture and dust.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always
grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet
socket.
• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the builtin structure, clear of obstruction.
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• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
• Do not tilt the appliance to pull or push it when transporting.
• When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged.
• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process.
• Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a
candle inside to remove the odours.
• Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator.
• Make sure not to get a body part such as a hand or foot stuck while
moving the appliance.
• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the appliance interior or
exterior.
• Do not spray water or inflammable substances (toothpaste, alcohol,
thinner, benzene, flammable liquid, abrasive, etc.) over the interior or
exterior of the appliance to clean it.
• Do not clean the appliance with brushes, cloths or sponges with
rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material.
• Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre
should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG
Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the
appliance in a different location.
Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials
• If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of
ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for
several minutes. In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air
mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the
room in which the appliance is used should correspond to the
amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 1 m² in size for every
8 g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance.
• Refrigerant leaking out of the pipes could ignite or cause an
explosion.
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• The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on
the identification plate inside the appliance.
Installation
• This appliance should only be transported by two or more people
holding the appliance securely.
• Install the appliance on a firm and level floor.
• Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install
or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject
to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, rain, or
temperatures below freezing.
• Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat
from heating appliances such as stoves or heaters.
• Be careful not to expose the rear of the appliance when installing.
• Install the appliance in a place where it is easy to unplug the power
plug of the appliance.
• Be careful not to let the appliance door fall during assembly or
disassembly.
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• Be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cable during
assembly or disassembly of the appliance door.
• Be careful not to point the power plug up or let the appliance lean
against the power plug.
• Do not connect a plug adapter or other accessories to the power
plug.
• Do not modify or extend the power cable.
• Ensure that the outlet socket is properly grounded, and that the earth
pin on the power cord is not damaged or removed from the power
plug. For more details on grounding, inquire at an LG Electronics
customer information centre.
• This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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• Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt,
consult your dealer.
• Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and
styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause
suffocation.
• Do not plug the appliance into a multi socket adapter which does not
have a power cable (mounted).
• The appliance should be connected to a dedicated power line which
is separately fused.
• Do not use a multi socket outlet which is not properly grounded
(portable). In case of using a properly-grounded multi socket outlet
(portable), use the multi socket outlet with the current capacity of the
power cord rating or higher and use the multi socket outlet only for
the appliance.
Operation
• Do not use the appliance for any purpose (storage of medical or
experimental materials or shipping) other than any domestic
household food storage use.
• If water penetrates electrical parts of the appliance, disconnect
power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information
centre.
• Unplug the power plug during a severe thunderstorm or lightening
or when not in use for a long period of time.
• Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet
hands.
• Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.
• Immediately unplug the power plug and contact an LG Electronics
customer information centre if you detect a strange sound, odour, or
smoke coming from the appliance.
• Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the
cold air, cover or heat releasing grille on the back.
• Do not apply excessive force or impact to the back cover of the
appliance.
CAUTION
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• Be careful of nearby children when you open or close the appliance
door. The door may bump the child and cause injury.
• Avoid the danger of children getting trapped inside the appliance. A
child trapped inside the appliance can cause suffocation.
• Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.
• Do not place heavy or fragile objects, containers filled with liquid,
combustible substances, flammable objects (such as candles, lamps,
etc.), or heating devices (such as stoves, heaters, etc.) on the
appliance.
• Do not place any electronic appliance (such as heater and mobile
phone) inside the appliance.
• If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.), do not
touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area
immediately. This appliance uses a refrigerant gas (isobutane,
R600a). Although it uses a small amount of the gas, it is still
combustible gas. Gas leakage during appliance transport, installation
or operation can cause fire, explosion or injury if sparks are caused.
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• Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances (ether,
benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, insecticide, air
freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance.
Disposal
• When discarding the appliance, remove the door gasket while leaving
the shelves and baskets in place and keep children away from the
appliance.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of minor injury to persons, malfunction, or damage
to the product or property when using this product, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
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Operation
• Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer
compartment with wet or damp hands. It may cause frostbite.
• Do not place glass containers, bottles or cans (especially those
containing carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment, shelves or
ice bin that will be exposed to temperatures below freezing.
• The tempered glass on the front side of the appliance door or the
shelves can be damaged by an impact. If it is broken, do not touch it
with hands.
• Do not hang from the appliance doors, storage room, shelf or climb
up into it.
• Do not store an excessive amount of water bottles or containers for
side dishes on the door baskets.
• Do not open or close the appliance door with excessive force.
• If the hinge of the appliance door is damaged or operates
improperly, stop using the appliance and contact an authorized
service centre.
• Prevent animals from nibbling on the power cable or water hose.
• Never eat frozen foods immediately after they have been taken out in
the freezer compartment.
• Make sure not to get a hand or foot stuck upon opening or closing the
appliance door or door in door.
Maintenance
• Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are
cold. They may shatter if exposed to sudden temperature changes.
• Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall.
• To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics
customer information centre.
• Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin in the freezer compartment
during an extended power outage.
NOTE
NOTE
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Before Installation
Dimensions and Clearances
Too small of a distance from adjacent items may
result in the degradation of freezing capability and
increased electricity costs. Allow over 50 mm of
clearance between the back of the appliance and
the wall when installing the appliance.
A
E
D
F
B
G
C
- Size (mm)
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• The internal temperatures could be affected by
the location of the appliance, the ambient
temperature, the frequency of door opening and
so on.
• The climate class can be found on the rating
label.
Climate Class Ambient Temperature
Range ºC
SN (Extended
Temperate)
N (Temperate) +16 - +32
ST (Subtropical) +16 - +38 / +18 - +38**
T (Tropical) +10 - +43* / +16 - +43 /
* Australia, India, Kenya
** Argentina
+10 - +32
+18 - +43**
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A835
B1787
C734
D617
E734
F1065
G1562
• You can determine what type of appliance it is by
looking at the label inside the appliance.
Ambient Temperature
• The appliance is designed to operate within a
limited range of ambient temperatures,
depending on the climate zone.
• The appliances rated from SN to T are intended
to be used at an ambient temperature between
10 ºC and 43 ºC.
WARNING
CAUTION
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Accessories
*1 This feature is only available on some models.
a
Spanner A
b
Spanner B
c
Water Filter
d
Water Tube
e
Tube Connector and Clip
f
Tube Connector and Valve
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
Removing the Fridge and
Freezer Door
If your entrance door is too narrow for the
appliance to pass through, remove the appliance
doors and pass the appliance laterally.
Removing the Left Fridge Door
1
The water supply line is connected to the top
right part at the back of the appliance. Hold the
water supply connection and gently push the
collet
a
to detach the water supply line then
unscrew the plastic tube cover for easy tube
removal and reinstallation.
2
Pull out the tube b. Unscrew the ground wire
c
. Disconnect all wire harnesses d.
• Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit
breaker before installing, removing the doors, or
cleaning the appliance. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in death, fire or electric
shock.
Removing the Hinge Cover
Remove the screws from the hinge cover at the top
of the appliance. Lift the hook (not visible), located
at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a
flat-head screwdriver.
3
Rotate the hinge lever e counterclockwise. Lift
the top hinge
• When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward. It is
recommended that two or more people carry
out the door removal and refitting.
f
free of the hinge lever latch g.
CAUTION
NOTE
CAUTION
CAUTION
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Lift the left fridge door until it is free of the
middle hinge assembly.
• Place the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inner side facing up.
Removing the Right Fridge Door
1
Disconnect all wire harnesses a.
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• When lifting the hinge free of the hinge lever
latch, be careful that the door does not fall
forward. It is recommended that two or more
people carry out the door removal and refitting.
3
Lift the right fridge door until it is free of the
middle hinge assembly.
• Place the door on a non-scratching surface with
the inner side facing up.
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• The number of wire harnesses may vary
depending on the model.
2
Rotate the hinge lever b clockwise. Lift the top
hinge
c
free of the hinge lever latch d.
Removing the Freezer Door
1
Remove the two hinge bolts.
2
Twist the hinge to raise the pivoting end so that
the door can be lifted off. Lift the door off the
lower hinge pin and remove it.
CAUTION
NOTE
WARNING
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Remove the door by lifting it off the lower
hinge pin.
Refitting the Fridge and Freezer
Door
Refit the doors in the reverse sequence of their
removal once the appliance has been passed
through all access doors.
• Install the right fridge door first.
• Disassembling/Assembling the water lines.
• If the water tube end is damaged, it should be
trimmed to ensure it does not leak when refitted.
e
Not straight f Damaged g Stretched
Connecting the Water Line
This section is applied only to models with plumbed
water or ice dispenser.
Water Supply Requirements
A cold water supply with water pressure between
138 kPa and 827 kPa (1.4-8.4 kgf/cm²) is required to
operate the water dispenser. If the refrigerator is
installed in an area with low water pressure (below
138 kPa), 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, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to
be a minimum of 138 kPa to 827 kPa (1.4-8.4 kgf/
cm²)
a
Collet b Tube c Insert line d Clip
• Gently insert the tube until only one of the tube’s
lines is visible. Pull on the tube to make sure that
it is tightly fastened.
Correct
Incorrect
• Unplug the appliance before carrying out any
work on connecting the water line. Failure to do
so may cause electric shock.
• Only connect the water line to a cold water
supply. Failure to do so may cause the water
filter to malfunction. Water hammer (water
banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can
cause damage to appliance parts and can lead to
water leakage or flooding.
• Connect to potable water supply only.
• Connecting the water line must only be installed
by a qualified plumber and in accordance with
local legislation and regulations governing
water quality.
NOTE
NOTE
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• This water line installation is not covered by the
appliance warranty.
Connecting Water to the
Appliance
1
Unscrew the metal threaded collar nut at the
back of the appliance and place it over one end
of the water tube.
2
Firmly push the water tube onto the water inlet
valve and tighten up the collar nut.
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match the thread size of the connector
provided.
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Checking the Water Connection
1
Turn on the water supply and switch on the
appliance. Carefully check all fittings for
possible leaks due to poorly fitted hoses.
2
Press and hold the
three seconds. The new water filter has been
activated.
3
Place a cup under the water dispenser to verify
that water is flowing through the appliance.
Water Filter
button for
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Connecting to the Water Tap
This feature is only available on some models.
1
Push the water tube into the hole of the tap
connector supplied in the accessories. The pipe
should be held firmly whilst the connector is
pushed onto the pipe.
2
Ensure that the rubber washer is fitted to the
inside of the tap connector before screwing it
onto the tap.
• A separate connector or adaptor may need
to be purchased if your tap fitting does not
4
Check the connecting tube and joints for leaks
once again.
Levelling and Door
Alignment
Before Beginning
When the appliance doors appear to be uneven,
follow the instructions below to align the doors.
• The spanner may differ depending on the model.
You will be provided with either spanner type A
or B.
NOTE
CAUTION
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Door Alignment for Freezer
- Spanner Type A
- Spanner Type B
Door
If the door of the appliance is not level, adjust the
difference in the height of appliance door.
1
Open the door and use the spanner a to
loosen the keeper nut by turning it to the left.
Levelling the Appliance
The appliance has two front levelling legs. Adjust
the legs to alter the tilt from front to back or side to
side. If the appliance seems unsteady, or the doors
do not close easily, adjust the appliance’s tilt using
the instructions below.
It is quite normal for the appliance to have a
backward lean even when the front legs are turned
all the way.
Use the spanner
the levelling leg to the left to raise it or to the right
to lower it.
a
to adjust the height by turning
2
Use the spanner b to adjust the height by
turning the adjustment hinge pin to the left or
to the right.
• Do not adjust the height of the appliance door
more than 3 mm.
NOTE
NOTE
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Use the spanner a to fasten the keeper nut by
turning it to the right.
• Levelling the doors may not be possible when
the floor is not level, or is of weak or poor
construction.
• The refrigerator is heavy and should be installed
on a rigid, flat and solid surface.
• Some timber flooring may cause levelling
difficulties if it flexes excessively.
Door Alignment for Left Fridge
Door
Open the fridge door and use the spanner c to
rotate the door hinge bolt.
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If the door is too low, lift the right door up and use
a pair of long nose pliers to insert C-Clips until both
doors are level.
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Turning on the Power
Connecting the Appliance
After installing the appliance, connect the power
plug into the outlet socket.
• After connecting the power supply cord (or plug)
to the outlet, wait 3 or 4 hours before you put
food into the appliance. If you add food before
the appliance has cooled completely, your food
may spoil.
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Door Alignment for Right Fridge
Door
Adjust the left fridge door first.
Moving the Appliance for
Relocation
Preparing for Relocation
1
Remove all food from inside the appliance.
2
Pull the power plug out, insert and fix it into the
power plug hook at the rear or on top of the
appliance.
3
Tape parts such as shelves and the door handle
to prevent from falling off while moving the
appliance.
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