LG LRBN2051, LRBN2252, LRBN2251, LRBN2052, LRBN2271 User Manual

BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR

User’s Guide

Please read this guide thoroughly
before operating and keep it handy for
reference at all times.

Models

LRBN2251#** LRBN2252#** LRBN2251#**
LRBN2051#** LRBN2052#** LRBN2271#**

P/No. 3828JL8009A

TABLE OF CONTENTS

English Version 2
Versión en Español
Version Fran aiseç

Warranty (U.S.A) 3

Warranty (CANADA) 4

Safety Instructions 5 - 6

Grounding Requirements 7

Parts and Features 7

Refrigerator Installation 8 - 11

Unpacking Your Refrigerator 8
Installation 8
Base Grille 8
Removing, Reversing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Doors 9 -10
Door Closing and Alignment 11

Using Your Refrigerator 12 -19

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 12
Multi Flow 12
Setting the Controls 12
Adjusting Control Settings 13
Food Storage Guide 13
Storing Frozen Food 14
Refrigerator Shelves 14
Snack Pan 15
Crisper Humidity Control 15

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Optibin Crispers 15
Crisper Cover with Lattice on inner Surface 16
Door Racks 16
Design-A-Door 16
Dairy Bin 17
Freezer Wire Door Racks 17
Ice Bin 17
Wire Durabase 17
Wire Basket 17
Wire Basket Divider 17
Drawer Tray 18
Triple Twist Ice Tray

Care and Cleaning 19 -20

General Cleaning Tips 19
Outside 19
Inside Walls 19
Door Liner and Gaskets 19
Plastic Parts 19
Condenser Coils 19
Light Bulb Replacement 19 - 20
Power Interruptions 20
When you go on vacation 20

Troubleshooting Guide 21 - 24

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LG Electronics

LIMITED WARRANTY

United States of America

LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective
in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of
original purchase.

This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it
is in the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.

LG Refrigerator / Freezer Warranty Period

Product Parts Labor
Refrigerator/Freezer 1 year 1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model Gr051)]
Sealed System 7 years 1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model Gr051)]
(Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator)

No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES.
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF
THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF
USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITYTO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR
ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITYAPPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.

Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:

1. Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup, install, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct house wiring or
plumbing, or correction of unauthorized repairs.

2. Damage to the product caused by accident, pests, fire, floods, or acts of God.

3. Repairs when your LG product is used in other than normal, single-family household use.

4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, or improper installation.

Therefore, these costs are paid by the consumer.

If the product is installed outside the normal service area, any cost of transportation involved in the repair of the producto, r the
replacement of defective parts, shall be borne by the owner.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:

To obtain Warranty Coverage: Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase.

A Copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time
warranty service is provided.

To obtain Product or Customer Call 1-800-243-0000 (Mon.~ Fri. 7AM ~ 8PM CT)
Service Assistance: (Sat. 8AM ~ 5PM CT)

Press the appropriate menu option, and have your product
type (Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and
ZIP/Postal Code ready.

To obtain the nearest Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hrs a day, 7 days per week)
Authorized Service Center: Press the appropriate option, and have your product type

(Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal
Code ready.

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LIMITED WARRANTY (CANADA)

LG REFRIGERATOR

LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in
material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period listed below from the date of original
purchase. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as

long as it is in any Canadian Province.

WARRANTY PERIOD

LABOR

SERIAL NU MBER :
SEALED SYSTEM : 5 Years (Compressor, condenser, and evaporator)

HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED : Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the appropriate

prompt. Please have product type (refrigerator) and ZIP Code ready.
See our website at http://www.lg.ca
This warranty provides in-home service.

No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,

INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. SHALLNOT
BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY
OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR
INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO
THIS PRODUCT.

Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province.

: 2 Years PARTS : 2 Years

THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:

1. Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup, install, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, plumbing,
or correction of unauthorized repairs.

2. Damage to the product caused by accident, vermin, fire, flood, alteration, misu es , abuse, improper installation, or acts
of God.

3. Commercial use or use for other than the intended purpose.

Therefore, these costs are the responsibility of the consumer.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:

To Prove Warranty Coverage:

To Obtain Product, Customer, or
Service Assistance by phone:

or by Internet:

To Obtain Nearest Authorized
Service Center, Parts Distributor,
or Salesne

Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase.

A copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time
warranty service is provided.

Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the
appropriate prompt.

http://www.lg.ca

Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the
appropriate prompt. Please have your product type
(refrigerator) and ZIP Code ready.

http://www.lg.ca

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.

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 DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:

DANGER

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

CAUTION

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if
the instructions are not followed.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:

NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the
outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord
that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at
either the plug or connector end.

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

DO NOTsto re or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

DO NOTallow children to climb, stand or hang on the
refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could
damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas; clearances between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful
when you open the doors when children are in the area.

Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be

performed by a qualified individual.

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the
refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box
in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned­out light bulb may break when being replaced.)
either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove
power to the light circuit.

NOTE: Setting

For personal 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.

Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described

in this use and care guide.
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold

surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or
wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.

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 icemaking mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in.

DO NOTrefre eze frozen foods which have thawed completely.
The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and
Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

“...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if

they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below
40°F (4°C).”

“...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor
or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten.
Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of
any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be
dangerous to eat.”

“Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality
of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared foods.
The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of
many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to
save as much of their quality as you can.”

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous... even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow
the instructions at right to help prevent accidents.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY
YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER

Take off the doors.

Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.

CFC DISPOSAL

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a
stratospheric ozone. qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC

refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment
under provisions of environmental legislation.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT:

Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

FOR PERSONAL 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.

3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle

3-prong
grounding
plug

separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch
or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.

Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
third (ground) prong from the power cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control,
depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the
refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are
finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or
Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired

setting.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

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

Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use

an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be
a UL-listed (in the United States), 3-wire grounding type
appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug
and outlet, and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15
amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance
needed for the back of the refrigerator.

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PARTS AND FEATURES

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your
convenience.

NOTE: This guide covers several different models.The refrigerator you have purchased may have some
or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.

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

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Remove tape and any temporary labels from your
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning­type labels, the model and serial number label, or the
TechSheet that is attached to back wall 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.

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. For
more information, see the Important Safety Instructions
section.

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.

Please reinstall shelves according to your individual
storage needs.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

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.

1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight,
or moisture.

2. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required,
adjust the leveling screws to compensate for
unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly
higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling
screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet
slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise ( ) to
raise the unit, counterclockwise ( ) to lower it.

3. 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.

NEXT

1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust

accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers,
shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed
together to prevent possible damage during shipment.

3. Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting
food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer
compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator
is now ready for use.

CAUTION:

Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille,
stopper etc. You may be injured.

Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base
grille or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured or
receive an electrical shock.

BASE GRILLE

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.

To remove the base grille:

1. Grasp the grille with both hands.

2. Pull the grille toward yourself.

To install the base grille:

1. Place clips in openings in the metal panel.

2. Push the grille toward the refrigerator until it snaps

into place.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

REMOVING, REVERSING AND REPLACING
REFRIGERATOR DOORS

TOOLS NEEDED: 10mm hex-head socket wrench,

No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, 10mm
open-end wrench, flat 2-inch putty knife.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF
and unplug it. Remove food and any adjustable door or
utility bins from doors.

HOW TO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
(when converting from the left-opening type to right­opening type)

1. Removing Refrigerator Door

Remove the top hinge cover (1).
Remove the 3 screws and lift of f the top hinge (2).
Lift the Refrigerator door (3) slightly and remove it.
Pry off the cover (4) using a slotted screwdriver and

attach it on the right.
Loosen the screw (5), remove the stoppers (6) and

attach them on the left (on the opposite side).
Loosen the pin (8) and remove it.
Lift off the washer (9).
Pry off the cover (7) using a slotted screwdriver and

attach it on the right.

2. Removing Freezer Door

Lift the door (10) slightly and remove it.
Loosen the 2 screws (11), the 2 screws (12), and lift

off the middle hinge (13).
Take off the base grille (14).
Remove the cap (15) and attach it on the right.
Loosen the 2 screws (16), remove the bottom hinge

(17), and attach on the right.
Loosen the 2 screws (18), remove the bottom hinge

(19), and attach on the left.
Loosen the 2 screws (20) and attach the stopper (21)

on the left side of the base.

3. Removing Refrigerator Handle

Remove the cap (1) and the 2 caps (2) using a
slotted screwdriver save the caps.

Pull the upper cover (3) upward and take it of f.
Pull the lower cover (4) downward and take it of f.
Loosen the 2 screws (5), take of f the handle (6), and

install it on the right.
Attach the upper cover (3) by pushing it down.
Attach the lower cover (4) by pushing it up.
Attach the removed the cap (1) and the 2 caps on the

left.

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4. Removing Freezer Handle

Remove the cap (1) and the 2 caps (2) using a slotted
screwdriver.

Pull the cover (3) upward and take it of f.

Loosen the 2 screws (4), take of f the handle (5), and
install it on the right.

Attach the cover (3) by pushing it down.

Attach the caps you removed earlier [figures (1) and
(2)].

5. Installing Freezer Door

Install the base grille (1).

Install the door (3) onto the bottom hinge pin.

Install the middle hinge (4) on the opposite side with the
screw (5) and the screws (9).

6. Installing Refrigerator Door

Place the washer (6) on the middle hinge pin (7).

Install the door (8) so that it fits onto the middle hinge
pin (7).

Install the top hinge (10) with serews.

Reinstall top hinge cover (11).

7. After Completing the Job

Make sure that the four corners of the door gasket are
not folded over. To ensure a good seal, apply a small
amount of silicon grease on the gasket.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

DOOR CLOSING AND ALIGNMENT

Door Closing

Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws - one on
the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems
unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the
refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below:

1. Plug the refrigerator power cord into a 3-prong
grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final

position.

2. Use a screwdriver to adjust the leveling screws. Turn
the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the
refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it. It may take
several turns of the leveling screw to adjust the tilt of
the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws.
This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

Door Alignment

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

1. Pry off the top hinge cover.

2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a 10 mm socket

or wrench.

3. Have someone hold the door in place or put a
spacer between the doors while you tighten the
top hinge screws.

4. Replace the top hinge cover.

Open both doors again and check to make sure that

3.

they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more
to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise. It
may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling screws the same amount.

4. Check, using a level.

5. Replace the base grille.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION

In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow
between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown
in the illustration below, cool air enters through the bottom
of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then
flows through the freezer section vents and recirculates
under the freezer floor. The rest of the air enters the
refrigerator section through the top vent.

MULTI FLOW

The cooling fan operates more powerful and effective
than in normal operation. This is specially noticeable
when new food is placed in the refrigerator compartment.

If water or foreign substances enter the cool air vent
while cleaning, efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if
gasket is damaged, efficiency may be lowered because
of escaping cool air.

SETTING THE CONTROLS

Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate
the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator
compartments.

Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37°F
(3°C) and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0°F (­Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to
stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature
as desired.

18°

C).

Better / Good model

Refrigerator control: Position 1 to 7
(32°F to 47°F or 0°C to 8°C)

The lower the number setting, the colder the refrigerator
compartment will become.

Freezer control: Position 1 to 7
(-6°F to 8°F to - 21°C to - 13°C)

When the setting is at a lower number , the freezer
compartment becomes colder. But the refrigerator
compartment becomes warmer because less cold air
flows into the refrigerator.

Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If
the vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and
temperature and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both
sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to
the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to
eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of
food, wrap or cover foods tightly. (See the

Guide section for details.)

Food Storage

Express Freezing

Press the Express Freezing key and the LED will turn
on. This function will remain activated for 24 hours and
intensify the cooling speed of freezer and increase the
amount of ice.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before
adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put
food into the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the
previous section should be correct for normal household
refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when

milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream
is firm.

The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the
entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections.) The
higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will
run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control
adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the
refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower
temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer
compartment to make it colder.

If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or

freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator first. Wait 24
hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the
freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then
adjust the freezer control as well.

Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.

Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between
adjustments.

RECOMMENDED

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR section Turn

too warm REFRIGERATOR

Door opened often control to next
Large amount of food added higher number,
Room temperature very warm wait 24 hours,

FREEZER section too warm/ Turn FREEZER
ice not made fast enough control to next

Door opened often higher number,
Large amount of food added wait 24 hours,
Very cold room temperature Then re-check
(can’t cycle often enough)
Heavy ice usage
Air vents blocked by items Move items out of

REFRIGERATOR section too Turn
cold REFRIGERATOR

Controls not set correctly for control to next
your conditions lower number,

FREEZER section too cold Turn FREEZER

Controls not set correctly for control to next
your conditions lower number,

then re-check

airstream

wait 24 hours,

then re-check

wait 24 hours,
then re-check

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

Storing Fresh Food

Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and
moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This
prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the
refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to
ensure freshness.

Butter or margarine

Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed
compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap
in freezer packaging and freeze.

Cheese

Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to
use it. Once opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or
aluminum foil.

Milk

Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.

Eggs

Store in original carton on interior shelf, not on door shelf.

Fruit

Wash, let dry, and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in
the crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until you are ready
to use them. Sort and keep berries in their original
container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper
bag on a refrigerator shelf.

Leafy vegetables

Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and
discolored areas. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in a
plastic bag or plastic container and store in the crisper.

Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers)

Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store
in crisper.

Fish

Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased.

Snack Pan

Store most chef fresh in original wrapping as long as it is
airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary.

Leftovers

Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic
containers with tight lids can also be used.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

STORING FROZEN FOOD

NOTE: For further information about preparing food for

freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a
reliable cookbook.

Packaging

Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When
you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or
moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor
and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry
out frozen food.

Packaging recommendations:

Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Plastic-coated paper
Non-permeable plastic wraps
Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags

Follow package or container instructions for proper
freezing methods.

Do not use:

Bread wrappers
Non-polyethylene plastic containers
Containers without tight lids
Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
Thin, semi-permeable wrap

Freezing

Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of
food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than
will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs of food
per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave enough space in
the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful
to leave enough room at the front so the door can close
tightly.

Storage times will vary according to the quality and type
of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and
moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals
inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means
that moisture in the food and air inside the package have
condensed, creating ice crystals.

NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for
30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods
before freezing saves energy.

NOTE: Do not store food near the sensor; it may cause
the sensor to malfunction.

REFRIGERATOR SHELVES

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet
your individual storage needs. These units are all glass
shelves.

Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and
adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will
make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also
reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open,
saving energy.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm
water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed
to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as
bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made
with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebble­sized pieces.

NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when
removing them to avoid dropping them.

Adjusting Shelves

Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace
shelves in the position you want.

To remove a shelf:Tilt up the front of the shelf in the

direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the
shelf out.

To replace a shelf : Tilt the front of the shelf up and
guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height.
Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop
into the slots.

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

When using dry ice, provide adequate ventilation.
Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide (CO )2. When it
vaporizes, it can displace oxygen, causing dizziness,
light-headedness, unconsciousness and death by
suffocation. Open a window and do not breathe
the vapors.

NOTE: Make sure that shelves are leveled from one side to
the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or
spilling food.

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SNACK PAN

While holding the chef fresh with one hand, pull it forward
slightly. Lift slightly and pull it out.

CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture­sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between

and .

lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of

fruits.

keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of

fresh, leafy vegetables.

You can store small vegetables or fruits requiring more or
less humidity in separate drawers.

To remove the crisper door flap:

1. Raise the door as high as it will open.

2. Using your finger, press the plastic hinge toward the

center of the door flap.

3. Lift the door out of its place.

4. Replacement is the opposite of removal.

OPTIBIN CRISPERS

The OptiBin Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the
crisper. The OptiBin Crispers include: 1) a humidity
control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2) a
large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold
or release moisture.

To remove the glass:

1. Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the

criper cover.

2. Pull up and out.

To remove the crisper:

1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop.

2. Lift the front of the crisper, then pull it out to remove.

3. Replace the crisper by sliding it back in fully past the

drawer stop.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER
SURFACE

To remove the crisper cover:

1. Remove both crisper drawers.

2. While holding the crisper cover support (2), pull the

cover up and out(1).

WARNING: Be careful when handing glass cover since
glass is not attached to cover.

To remove the lattice on inner surface:

DOOR RACKS

The door racks may be removed for easier cleaning.

Snap-on Door Racks

To remove the racks:

1. Remove all items in the door racks.

2. Push the rack against the inside wall of the door (A)

and lift up the door rack (B).

To replace the racks:

1.

Hold either end of the do or rack against the ins ide wall of the d oor.

2. Push down the rack until it locks in place.

DESIGN-A-DOOR

1. Bins can be moved to either side of the door.

1. Remove crisper cover(as illustrated above).

2. Hold the glass cover and overtum crisper cover.

3. For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the cover

outward to remove lattice.

To replace lattice on inner surface:

1. For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 (closed to glass

cover)and pull sides of the cover to insert lattice.

2.

To remove the bin,simply lift the bin up and pull straight out.

3. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired

support button and push down until it locked completely
so that

4. To move to lowest position, make sure if all bins are
correctly assembled so that they don

“tick” sounds can be heard.

Õt fall out of door.

Warning: Somebody can be hurt if door bins are not
firmly assembled.

NOTE: Do not adjust a bin that is loaded with food.

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DAIRY BIN

1. To remove the dairy bin, simply lift it and pull straight

out.

2. To replace the dairy bin, slide it in above the desired
location and push down until it stops.

FREEZER WIRE DOOR RACKS

Tilt-out Door Basket (on some models)

You can remove foods easily by tilting out the wire basket
in the freezer compartment.

ICE BIN

1. To remove ice bin, pull it out as it comes.

Tilt up the front of the ice bin and pull straight out.

2. To Install, insert ice bin into frame rails and push back
into place.

WIRE DURABASE

1. To remove wire Durabase, pull wire durabase out to full

extension.
Tilt up the front of the wire Durabase and pull it straight
out.

2. To install, insert the wire Durabase into frame rails and
push back into place.

1. To remove the freezer door rack, pull the bracket
outward until you hear a clicking sound; then remove
the wire rack.

2. To replace the freezer door rack, hook the end of the
rack in the bracket, and push down until the rack locks
into place.

1

2

WIRE BASKET

1.

To remove the wire basket, pull it out as far as it goes. Tilt the
front up and Pill it straight out.

2. To replace the wire basket, place it in the frame rails
and push it back into place.

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WIRE BASKET DIVIDER (on

The wire basket divider allows the option to organize
the wire basket area into sections.

To remove, pull divider staight up.

1.

To install, hook top corners of divider over top

2.

horizontal basket rungs.

DRAWER TRAY (on

The drawer tray prevents small food items from falling
between the basket rungs.

som

som

e models

e models

)

)

TRIPLE TWIST ICE TRAY

If the tray is filled with water to the highest level, it will
be difficult to remove ice cubes.

For quick freeze, adjust the freezer dial to 3.

To

remove i

Twist the knob clockwise completely.

ce cubes,twis

t the tray

.

CAUTION

If you twist the knob before the freezers, it will spill into
the ice bin and the cubes there will be frozen togeth er.

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CARE AND CLEANING

PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use non-flammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
automatically. However, clean both sections about once
a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

GENERAL CLEANING TIPS

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

Remove all removable parts, such as shelves,
crispers, etc.

Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in
warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.

Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.

Do not use paper towels, window sprays, abrasive
cleansers, or flammable fluids. These can scratch or
damage the material.

CONDENSER COILS

Remove grille base. (See the grille base section on
page 8.)

Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to
clean condenser coils.

Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be
cleaned as often as every other month.

Replace grille base.

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug
the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker
or fuse box.

NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position
does not remove power to the light circuit.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

OUTSIDE

Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust
protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal
surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or
auto paste wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.

For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly
with a soft cloth.

INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so
cloth won’

To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the
refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water.
Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g
soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is
completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces
of the refrigerator.

t stick)

DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS

Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,
bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum plastic parts.

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be
sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape
and wattage.

To change the refrigerator light:

1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.

2. Remove refrigerator shelves.

3. Release the hooks on both ends of the light shield and

pull the shield down to remove it.

4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise.

5. Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly.

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To change the freezer light:

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Reach behind light shield to remove bulb.

3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.

4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

POWER INTERRUPTIONS

If the electricity goes off, call the power company and ask
how long it will be off.

1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep
both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay
cold and frozen.

WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you
are away, follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator

before you leave.

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2. Empty the ice bin.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you
leave, follow these steps.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2. Depending on your model, set the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the Setting the
Controls section.

3.

Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.

4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to
prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops
odor and mold from building up.

2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours:

a) Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen

food locker.

OR

b)

Place 2 lbs of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic
foot of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen
for two to four days. While handling dry ice, wear
gloves to protect your hands from frostbite.

OR

c)

If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available,

consume or can perishable food at once.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one
didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you

might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds
are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and
cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they
actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds
and what may be making them.

The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost
cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also
click when cycling on and off.

Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.

Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently
to keep your food items at the desired temperature.
The high efficiency compressor may cause your new
refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and
you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.

You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air
through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due
to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.

Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause
a popping noise.

Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost
cycle may cause a sizzling sound.

You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the
condenser fan.

You may hear water running into the drain pan during the
defrost cycle.

REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE

Check if... Then...

The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.

A household fuse has blown or circuit Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
breaker tripped.

The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position. Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 12.

Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE

Check if... Then...

The refrigerator is not resting solidly on Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting.
the floor. See Installation section on page 11.

LIGHTS DO NOT WORK

Check if... Then...

The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.

Light bulb is loose in the socket. Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug

the refrigerator. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then
plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control.

Light bulb has burned out. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size

and shape available at your local hardware store. (See the

Changing the Light Bulb(s) section on pages 19 - 20.) Turn

the temperature control to the OFF position and unplug the
refrigerator prior to replacement.

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COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH

Check if... Then...

The refrigerator that was replaced was an Modern refrigerators with more storage space require
older model. more operating time.

The room temperature is hotter than normal. The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal

room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to
80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run
even more often.

The door is opened often or a large amount Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator.
of food has just been added. It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool

the refrigerator back down. Adding a large amount of food
warms the refrigerator. See the Food Storage Guide section
on page 13. In order to conserve energy, try to get everything
you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized
so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food
is removed.

The refrigerator was recently plugged in and The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool

the refrigerator control was set correctly completely.

The refrigerator control was not set correctly for the

surrounding conditions.

The doors are not closed completely. Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see

The condenser coils are dirty. This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder.

See the Adjusting control settings section on page 16.

Doors will not close completely below.

Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the Care and Cleaning
section on page 19.

DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY

Check if... Then...

The refrigerator is not level. See the Installation section on page 10 to level refrigerator.

Food packages are blocking the door open. Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves.

The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves
or baskets are out of position. and baskets into their correct positions. See the

Refrigerator section on pages 12.

The gaskets are sticking. Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch. Rub a thin

coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning.

The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable. Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Door Closing and

Alignment section on page 11.

Using Your

The doors were removed during product installation Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing,
and not properly replaced. Reversing and Replacing Refrigerator Doors section

on pages 9 or call a qualified service technician.

FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD

Check if... Then...

The door is not closing properly. See Doors will not close completely above.

The door is opened often. When the door is opened, warm, humid air is allowed in

the freezer resulting in frost.

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ICE HAS OFF-TASTE OR ODOR

Check if... Then...

The icemaker was recently installed. Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or

off-flavored ice.

The ice has been stored for too long. Throw away old ice and make new supply.

The food has not been wrapped tightly in Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food

either compartment. is not wrapped properly.

The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur. A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and

odor problems.

The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning section on page 19.

Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN

Check if... Then...

The refrigerator is defrosting. The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the

defrost pan.

It is more humid than normal. Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to

evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.

THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE

Check if... Then...

The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section on

page 21.

THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY

Check if... Then...

The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the Setting

the Controls section on page 12

Door left open. Check to see if something is holding the door open.

CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL

Check if... Then...

Smaller cube size level is selected. Select larger cube size using cube size selector.

Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water Call a plumber to clear the valve.
line may be clogged.

THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN

Check if... Then...

The gaskets are dirty or sticky. Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin

coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after
cleaning

The door is reopened within a short time after having When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator.
been opened. As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is

hard to open, wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to
equalize, then see if it opens more easily.

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TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP

Check if... Then...

The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and
from the freezer to the fresh food section and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow. Refer
back again through air vents in the wall dividing to multi flow on page 12 for the location of
the two sections. air vents.

The doors are opened often. When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed into

the refrigerator. The more the door is opened, the faster the
humidity builds up, and the more warm air the refrigerator
must cool. In order to keep the refrigerator cool, try to get
everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep
food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as
soon as the food is removed.

The control is not set correctly for the surrounding Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 12.
conditions. Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out. If the

temperature is too cold or too warm, move the dial one
number at a time.

A large amount of food has just been added Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours

to the refrigerator or freezer. for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

The food is not packaged correctly. Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to

storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation. If
necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the
Food Storage Guide section on page 13.

The doors are not closing completely. See Doors will not close completely on page 23

The weather is humid. In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator

when doors are opened.

A self-defrost cycle was completed. It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the

refrigerator self-defrosts.

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