LG LMXC23746D 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.

LMXC23746*

MFL68761303_Rev.05

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 PRODUCT FEATURES

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

13 Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer

13 Removing/Assembling the Doors and

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 CustomChill™ Drawer 19 - Assembling the CustomChill™ Drawer 20 - Removing the Freezer Drawer 22 - Assembling the Freezer Drawer 23 Connecting the Water Line 23 - Before You Begin 23 - Water Pressure 23 - What You Will Need 24 - Water Line Installation Instructions 26 Turning On the Power 27 Leveling and Door Alignment 27 - Leveling 27 - Door Alignment

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Handles

Handle

Drawers

28 HOW TO USE

28 Before Use 29 Control Panel 29 - Control Panel Features 31 In-Door Ice Bin 31 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin 31 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin 32 Automatic Icemaker 32 - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off 33 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off 33 - Normal Sounds You May Hear 33 - Preparing for Vacation 34 Ice and Water Dispenser 34 - Dispenser 34 - Using the Dispenser 34 - Locking the Dispenser 34 - Cleaning the Dispenser Stand 35 Storing Food 35 - Food Preservation Location 36 - Food Storage Tips 36 - Storing Frozen Food 37 Humidity Controlled Crisper 37 EasyReach™ 38 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins 39 CustomChill™ Drawer 40 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves

41 MAINTENANCE

41 Cleaning 42 Replacing the Fresh Air Filter 42 Replacing the Water Filter

46 SMART DIAGNOSIS™

46 Using Smart Diagnosis™

47 TROUBLESHOOTING

57 LIMITED 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.

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CUSTOMCHILL™ DRAWER

The CustomChill™ Drawer provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment either colder or warmer than the refrigerator. Use it to store meat and seafood, cold drinks, deli snacks, or chilled wine.

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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always

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

%If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a

%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.

read and obey

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.

all safety messages.

WARNING

straight out from the outlet.

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.

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.

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

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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:

Installation

%The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were

%Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other

%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

%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.

CAUTION

taped to the front of the refrigerator.

packing materials out of reach of children.

necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.

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

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.

CustomChill™ Drawer

Freezer

Preserves frozen food.

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COMPONENTS

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Refrigerator Interior

LED interior lamps

The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator.

Indoor Ice Bin

Ice cubes are automatically produced.

Crisper

Controls humidity and helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp.

CustomChill™ Drawer

Variable temperature storage that can be set either colder or warmer than the refrigerator. The CustomChill™ drawer is not intended for long-term frozen storage.

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.

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.

EasyReach™

You can store small items, or defrost an item.

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.

INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.

1 Unpacking your

refrigerator

2 Choosing the proper

location

3 Disassembling/Assembling

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4 Connecting the water

supply and water line

5 Leveling and Door

Alignment

NOTE

Connect to potable water supply only.

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Specifications

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

Dimensions

Net weight

35 3/4” (W) X 32 1/8” (D) X 70 1/4” (H), 44” (D w/door open)

908 mm (W) X 814 mm (D) X 1785 mm (H), 1120 mm (D w/ door open)

330 lb. (150 kg)

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 on models without a water filter and 40~120 psi or 276~827 kPa or 2.8~8.4 kgf/cm² on models with a water filter.

%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 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

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 the mounting fasteners.

/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove

2” (5.08 cm)

Assembling the Handles

Assemble the mounting fasteners at

both ends of the handle using a Allen wrench.

Place the handle on the door by fitting

the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws

with a

/32 in. Allen wrench.

/4 in.

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Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle

Removing the Handle

Loosen the set screws located on the

lower side of the handle with a

wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners that

connect to the

freezer drawer

and handle

using a

Allen wrench,

and remove

the mounting

fasteners.

Assembling the Handle

Assemble the mounting fasteners at

both ends of the handle using a

wrench.

Place the handle on the door by fitting

the handle

footprints over

the mounting

fasteners and

tightening the

set screws

with a

Allen wrench.

/4 in.

/8 in.

/8 in. Allen

/4 in. Allen

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

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

Collet

NOTE

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

Remove the cover and pull out the tube .

Disconnect all wire harnesses

Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise

. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge

lever latch.

Hinge Lever Latch

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 screwdriver.

with a flat-head

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.

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, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.

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Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door

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.

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

Hinge Lever Latch

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Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door

Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed.

Make sure that the plastic sleeve is

inserted in the 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.

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 the tube at least connector.

/8 inch (15 mm) into the

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. Insert

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 cover screw

in its position and tighten the

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NOTE

Collet

Tube

Insert Line

1) Gently 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.

Removing the CustomChill™ Drawer

Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Remove the basket by lifting the basket from the rail system.

NOTE

Before removing the CustomChill™ drawer, it must be disconnected from the temperature control.

Disconnect the wire harness connection

at the end of the right rail by pressing on the tabs on either side. It may help to use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to apply pressure to the ends of the tabs on either side.

Remove the screws on both the left and

right rails.

Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up

to separate it from the rails.

CAUTION

Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off and it could cause personal injury.

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Assembling the CustomChill™ Drawer

Use both hands to pull out the rails

simultaneously until they are both fully extended.

Grasp the drawer on each side and hook

the door supports located on both sides.

into the rail tabs 2

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Using both hands, slide the two rails in

simultaneously.

Lower the door into its final position and

tighten the screws located on both sides.

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Reconnect the wire harness to the connection at the end of the right rail by

aligning the two ends and pushing them together until you hear a click. The tabs should snap back into place. Tug gently to make sure the connection is secure.

NOTE

If you do not reconnect the wire harness securely, the CustomChill™ drawer will not work properly.

Removing the Freezer Drawer

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, causing 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.

Pull the freezer drawer open to full extension.

Remove the top pullout drawer by first pulling

the drawer open to full extension.

Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Lower the basket onto the rail system.

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.

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