LG LRBN22525xx Service Manual

BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR

User’s Guide

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

Models

LRDN2272#** LRDC2273#** LRDC2274#**
LRDN2072#** LRDC2073#**

LRBN2251#** LRBN2252#** LRDN2273#**
LRBN2051#** LRBN2052#** LRDN2073#**

LRBC2254#**
LRBC2054#**

LRDN2271#**

P/No. 3828JL8019D

TABLE OF CONTENTS

English Version 2
French Version 40
Spanish Version 74

Warranty (U.S.A.)

Warranty (CANADA)

Safety Instructions 7 -8

Grounding Requirements 8

Parts and Features

Refrigerator Installation

Unpacking Your Refrigerator
Installation

Base Grille

Removing, Reversing and Replacing

Your Refrigerator Doors 13-19
Pull out Drawer 15
Door Closing and Alignment 19

Using Your Refrigerator 20 -29

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 20
Multi Flow 20
Setting the Controls 20 -21
Adjusting Control Settings 21
Food Storage Guide 22
Storing Frozen Food 22
Refrigerator Shelves 23
Chef Fresh / Snack Pan 24
Crisper Humidity Control 24
Optibin Crisper 24
Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface 25

3 -4
5 -6

9 - 11

-22

12

12
12

12

Door Racks 25
Design-A-Door 25

Dairy Bin 26
Freezer Wire Door Racks 26
Ice Bin 26
DuraBase 26
DuraBase Divider 27

Drawer Tray 27
Tilting Door 27

Pull out Drawer Basket 27
Can Dispenser 28

Triple Twist Ice Tray 28
Freezer Shelf 28
Filter 29

Care and Cleaning 30 -31

General Cleaning Tips 30
Outside 30

Inside Walls 30
Door Liner and Gaskets 30
Plastic Parts 30
Condenser Coils 30
Light Bulb Replacement
Power Interruptions 31
When you go on vacation 31

About the Custom Cube Icemaker 32

Connecting the Water Line 33 -35

Troubleshooting Guide 36 - 39

30 -31

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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 GR-051)]
Sealed System 7 years 1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051)]
(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 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 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 product, or 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 1-877-714-7486

Service Assistance: Press the appropriate menu option, and have your product type

(24 hrs a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year)

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

To obtain the nearest Call 1-877-714-7486
Authorized Service Center:

(24 hrs a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year)

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

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GARANTÍA LIMITADA

Estados Unidos de América

LG Electronics reparará o en su defecto reemplazará sin cargo, el producto defectuoso en material o mano de
obra bajo uso normal durante el periodo de garantía que se menciona a continuación desde la fecha original de
compra.

Esta garantía es válida solo para el comprador original del producto durante el periodo de garantía mientras
permanezca en los E.E. U.U. Incluyendo Alaska, Hawaii y otros territorios de E.E.U.U.

Período de Garantía del refrigerador/Congelador LG

Producto

Refrigerador/Congelador 1 año 1 año [Servicio a domicilio (Excepto Modelo GR-051)]
Sistema Sellado 7 años 1 año [Servicio a domicilio (Excepto Modelo GR-051)]
(Compresor, Condensador, Evaporador)

Partes Mano de Obra

No se aplicará otro tipo de garantía a este producto. LA DURACION DE OTRAS GARANTIAS ,
INCLUYENDO LA DE COMPRA, ESTAN LIMITADAS A LA DURACION DE ESTA GARANTIA. LG
ELECTRONICS NO SE HACE RESPONSABLE POR LA PERDIDA EN EL USO DEL PRODUCTO,
POR INCONVENIENCIA O CUALQUIER OTRO DAÑO DIRECTO O CONSECUENTE QUE PROVENGA
DEL USO Y/O NO USO DE ESTE PRODUCTO O POR ALGUNA VIOLACION A LAS GARANTIAS
IMPLEMENTADAS INCLUYENDO LA GARANTIA DE COMPRA APLICADA A ESTE PRODUCTO.

Algunos estados no permiten la exclusión o limitación de daños incidentales o consecuenciales o limitaciones
en cuanto al tiempo que dura una garantía implícita; por lo que algunas de estas limitaciones o exclusiones
pueden no aplicarse a usted. Esta garantía le otorga derechos legales específicos y usted puede además tener
otros derechos los cuales varían de Estado a Estado.

LA GARANTIA ANTERIOR NO APLICA A :

1.

Servicio a su casa para entregar, recoger, instalar o reemplazar fusibles caseros, corregir cableado casero o
plomería corrección de reparaciones no autorizadas.

2.

Daño al producto causado por accidente, plagas, incendios, inundaciones o actos por naturaleza.

3.

Reparaciones cuando su producto LG sea usado diferente a lo normal.
Daño resultante de accidente, alteración, mal uso o instalación inadecuada.

4.

Por lo tanto, estos costos serán pagados por el consumidor.

Si el producto es instalado fuera del área normal de servicio, cualquier costo de transportación relacionado en la
reparación del producto, o el reemplazo de partes defectuosas, serán cargados al propietario.

NÚMEROS DE ASISTENCIA AL CLIENTE:

Para obtener cobertaura de la Garantía:

Para obtener información:

Servicio de Asistencia:

Para obtener el Centro de Servicio Autorizado
más cercano:

Conserve su factura para comprobar la fecha de
compra.

Una copia de su recibo de compra debe ser entregada
cuando se le proporcione el servicio de garantía.

Llame al

(24 hrs al día, 7 días por semana, 365 días al año)

Presione la opción de menú apropiado, y tenga su tipo de
producto (Refrigerador), número de modelo, número de
serie, y ZIP Código Postal listos.

Llame al

(24 hrs al día, 7 días por semana, 365 días al año)

Presione la opción adecuada, y tenga su tipo de
producto(Refrigerador), número de modelo, número
de serie, y ZIP /código Postal listos.

1-877-714-7486

1-877-714-7486

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GARANTIE LIMITÉE

LG Electronics réparera ou remplacera, à sa discrétion, sans frais, le produit présentant des défauts de matériaux ou de
fabrication, dans des conditions normales d’utilisation pendant la période de garantie indiquée ci-dessous à partir de la
date d’achat d’origine.

Cette garantie est valide pour seulement l’acheteur d’origine du produit pendant la période de garantie en autant que cela
soit aux É.-U., incluant Alaska, Hawaii, territoires américains et toutes les provinces canadiennes.

Période de garantie du refrigérateur/congélateur LG

Produit Pièces Main-d’œuvre

Réfrigérateur/congélateur 2 ans 2 ans (service à domicile, sauf modèle GR-051)
Système scellé
(compresseur, condensateur,
évaporateur)

Aucune autre garantie expresse est applicable à ce produit. LA DURÉ DE TOUTE GARANTIE IMPLICITE, INCLUANT LA
GARANTIE IMPLICITE DE COMMERCIALISATION, EST LIMITÉ À LA DURÉE DE LA GARANTIE EXPRESSE. LG
ELECTRONICS NE POURRA ÊTRE TENUE RESPONSABLE POUR TOUTE PERTE OU UTILISATION DE CE
PRODUIT, INCONVÉNIENT, PERTE OU TOUT AUTRE DOMMAGE, INDIRECT OU ACCESSOIRE, SURVENANT DE
L’UTILISATION OU DE L’INHABILITÉ À UTILISER CE PRODUIT OU POUR TOUT BRIS DE GARANTIE EXPRESSE
OU IMPLICITE, INCLUANT LA GARANTIE IMPLICITE DE COMMERCIALISATION APPLICABLE À CE PRODUIT.

Certains états ne permettent pas l’exclusion ou la limitation de dommages accessoires ou indirects ou les limitations sur
la durée d’une garantie implicite, par conséquent ces limitations ou exclusions peuvent ne pas s’appliquer. Cette garantie
donne des droits légaux et l’on peut en avoir d’autres qui varient d’un état à un autre ou d’une province à une autre.

LA GARANTIE CI-DESSUS NE´S APPLIQUE PAS :

1. Les déplacements de service à domicile pour la livraison ou la cueillette, l’installation, le remplacement de fusibles ou
de câblage résidentiel approprié, plomberie ou correction de réparations non autorisées.

2. Dommage au produit causé par accident, parasites, incendie, inondation ou actes de Dieu.

3. Réparations lorsque le produit LG est utilisé à d’autres fins qu’une utilisation domestique unifamiliale normale.

4. Dommage résultant d’accidents, de modifications, de mauvaise utilisation, d’abus ou d’une installation inadéquate.

5 ans 2 ans (service à domicile, sauf modèle GR-0

Canada

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Par conséquent, les frais encourus sont imputés au consommateur.

Si ce produit est installé à l’extérieur d’une zone de service normale, tous frais de déplacement requis pour la réparation
du produit ou le remplacement de pièces défectueuses seront imputés au propriétaire.

Pour obtenir une garantie

Pour obtenir un produit ou
de l’aide

Pour obtenir le centre de service
le plus proche

NUMÉROS D’E AIDE LA CLIENTÈLE

Conserver la facture comme preuve de la date d’achat
Un exemplaire de la facture doit être présenté au moment où un service sous
garantie est fourni.

Téléphoner au 1-888-542-2623 (lun. au ven. 7 h à 20 h Central)

(sam. 8 h à 17 h Central)
Presser l’option du menu appropriée et avoir le type de produit (réfrigérateur),
numéro de modèle, numéro de série et code postal.

Téléphoner au 1-888-542-2623 (24 heures par jour, 7 jours par semaine)
Presser l’option du menu appropriée et avoir le type de produit (réfrigérateur),
numéro de modèle, numéro de série et code postal.

À

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Canada

LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, witouth 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.

WARRANTYPERIOD

LG Electronics

MODEL# : LABOR: 2 Years PARTS
SERIAL NUMBER:
SEALED SYSTEM : 5 Years (Compressor, condenser, and evaporator)

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

HOW

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 OFANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,

INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTYOF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OFTHE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. SHALLNOT
BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OFTHE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY
OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECTOR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUTOF THE USE OF, OR
INABILITYTO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTYOF MERCHANTABILITYAPPLICABLE 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

THE ABOVE WARRANTYDOES 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, misues, 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 Sales Dealer by phone:

or by Internet:

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:

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.

Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may
break when frozen, causing damage.

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

A

B

C

D

E

G

H

K

L

M

N

F

O

P

Q

I

J

R

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.

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.

A

Digital Sensor Control

B

Refrigerator Light

C

Shelves

D

Chef Fresh / Snack Pan*

E

Can Dispenser*

F

Optibin Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper

G

Customcube Icemaker

H

Ice Bin

I

Durabase

J

Divider

K

Filter (inside)*

L

Dairy Bin

M

Design-A-Door

N

Egg Box

O

Refrigerator Door Rack

Freezer Light

P

Wire Basket

Q

Freezer Door Rack (Tilting*)

R

*on some models

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PARTS AND FEATURES

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

J

K

L

M

N

O

I

P

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.

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.

Digital Sensor Control

A
B

Refrigerator Light

C

Shelves

D

Snack Pan

E

Optibin Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisp

Triple Twist Ice Tray

F

G

Ice Bin

H

Wire Durabase

I

Divider

J

Dairy Bin

K

Design-A-Door

L

Egg Box

Refrigerator Door Rack

M

Freezer Light

N

Wire Basket

O

Freezer Wire Door Rack

P

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PARTS AND FEATURES

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.

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.

Digital Sensor Control

A
B

Refrigerator Light

C

Shelves

D

Snack Pan

E

Optibin Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisp

Ice Trays

F

G

Ice Bin

H

Wire Durabase

I

Dairy Bin

J

Design-A-Door

K

Wire Freezer Shelf

L

Refrigerator Door Rack

Freezer Light

M

Freezer Door Rack

N

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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 (OPTIONAL)

NOTE: See the Parts and Features section on pages 9-10
to match your model.

NOTE: Reversing the refrigerator door is not possible on

water dispenser models

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 off 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.
Loosen the 2 screws (9) and the 2 screws (10), and

lift off the middle hinge (11).
Pry off the cover (7) using a slotted screwdriver and

attach it on the right.

2. Removing Refrigerator Handle

Remove the cap (1) by using a slotted screwdriver.
Loosen the 4 screws (2), take off the handle (3), and

install it on the right.
Turn the handle upside down and assemble it in the

opposite side of the refrigerator door (4).
Attach the removed the cap (1) on the left.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

3. Installing Refrigerator Door

Install the middle hinge (1) on the opposite side with the
screws (2) and the screws (3).

Install the door (4) so that it fits onto the middle hinge
pin (5).

Install the top hinge (6) with screws.

Reinstall top hinge cover (7).

4. 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

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
RELEASE DRAWER

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or property
damage, you will need two people to perform the following
instructions.

1. Removing Pullout Drawer

Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the
screw (1) from each side of rail system.

2. Installing Pullout Drawer

Pull both rails (1) out to full extension.

Hook the door supports (2) into the rail tabs (3), as
illustrated, and lower door into final position.

Remove the lower basket (2) by lifting basket from rail
system.

Lift the top of door to unhook door supports from rail
system. Lift door out to remove.

With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the
lower basket (4) in rail assembly.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

REMOVING, REVERSING AND REPLACING
REFRIGERATOR DOORS (OPTIONAL)

NOTE: See the Parts and Features section on pages 9-10

to match your model.

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.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATIONREFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

3. Removing Refrigerator Handle

NOTE: To assist in installing the handle on the right

side, place a small piece of masking tape near the
top of the handle before removing.

Grasp the handle tightly with both hands and slide the
handle up (1)(this may require some force).

The keyhole slots (2) on the back of the handle allow
the handle to separate from the mounting screws (3).

Use an adjustable wrench to remove the handle
mounting screws (3).

Carefully pry off the plug buttons (4).
Remove a layer of adhesive and backing to expose

new adhesive.
Install the plug buttons (4) on left side.
Install the handle mounting screw (3) on the right side
Hold the handle so the masking tape is at the bottom.
Align keyhole slots (2) on the top and bottom of the

back of the handle with the screws (3) mounted on
the front of the door.

Press the handle against the door front, making sure
that the screws (3) go into the keyhole slots (2).

Grasping the handle with both hands, press it firmly
against the front of the door and slide the handle
down (6). This may require some force.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

4. Removing Freezer Handle

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

Loosen the 2 screws (3), take of f the handle (4), and
install it on the right.

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).

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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.

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 tilt using the instructions below:

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.

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.

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.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER
SURFACE (on some models)

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 and pull straight out.

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

support and push down until it locks completely
so that

4. To move to lowest position, make sure if all bins are

correctly assembled so that they don’t fall out of door.

“click” sounds can be heard.

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.

DURABASE (Drawer-Type Models)

To remove the Durabase, push it back to the end as
much as possible. Tilt up the front of the Durabase and
pull straight out.

2. To install, insert the Durabase in rail assembly.

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

1

2

WIRE DURABASE (Swing-Type Models)

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.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

DURABASE DIVIDER

The Durabase divider allows the option to organize
the Durabase area into sections.

(a) (b)

1. To remove, pull divider straight up.

2. To install, hook top corners of divider over top

horizontal durabase (a) or basket rungs (b).

DRAWER TRAY (on

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

som

e models

)

How to lock the tilting function of freezer door:

1. Open the freezer door

and remove (1).

2. Insert part (1) into (2).

NOTE: If you lock the tilting

function when the door is
tilted, you cannot close it

1

PULLOUT DRAWER BASKETS

1. To remove, lift basket up, and pull straight out.

1

2

2

1

TILTING DOOR (on some models)

The tilting door provides easy access to stored foods.

How to use:

Tilt the door down and pull it out.E

2. To Install, pull both rails out to full extension.

Hook the basket supports into the rail tabs and push to
the back of compartment.

WIRE BASKET (Swing-Type Models)

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.

Warning: Watch your step when you open tilting door.To

adjust

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CAN DISPENSER (on some models)

The Can Dispenser slides out from underneath the shelf.
The Can Dispenser holds up to twelve 12-ounce
beverage cans.

1. To remove the can dispenser, pull it out as far as it

comes. Tilt the front up and pull it straight out.

2. To Install the can dispenser, place it into the shelf frame

rails and push it into place.

TRIPLE TWIST ICE TRAY(on some models)

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.

FREEZER SHELF (on some models)

To remove the shelf, take it from the front part, and pull it
towards you.

To place the shelf, reverse the removal procedure.

To remove ice cubes, twist the tray.

Twist the knob clockwise completely.

CAUTION

If you twist the knob before the water freezes, it will spill
into the ice bin and the cubes there will be frozen together.

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FILTER (on some models)

It is recommended that you replace the filter when the
water filter indicator light turns on or your water dispenser
or ice maker decreases noticeably.

After changing the water filter cartridge, reset the water
filter status display and indicator light by pressng and
holding the BUTTON for 3 seconds.

1. Remove the old cartridge.

Rotate the knob of the cartridge counter clockwise.

2. Replace with a new cartridge.

Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and remove
protective cover from the o-rings.

With cartridge knob in the vertical position, push the new
filter cartridge into the cover until it stops.

If you can’
inserted. Push it in firmly and twist it into place. You will
hear it click into place.

Using its handle, twist the cartridge clockwise about 1/4
turn. You will hear when it clicks into place.

t turn the filter from side to side, it isn’

t fully

When the cartridge is removed, it will click out of
place.

Pull out the cartridge.

NOTE: There will be water in the cartridge. Some spilling
may occur through the hole at rear bottom side of cover.

You may use a cup or something like that to prevent spilt
water drop into food.

3. Flushing the Water System After Replacing Filter
Dispense water through the water dispenser for 3 minutes
to purge the system.

NOTE: To purchase replacement water filter cartridges,
visit your local appliance dealer or part distributor. You
can also visit our website : www.lgappliances.com or call
1-877-714-7481. The replacement water filter cartridge’s
part number is 5231JA2006B.

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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 7.)

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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CARE AND CLEANING

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.

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.

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.

WHEN YOU MOVE

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home,
follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all
frozen food in dry ice.

2. Depending on your model, turn the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the

Controls section.

3. Unplug the refrigerator.

4. Empty water from the defrost pan.

5. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.

6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape

them together so they don’t shift and rattle during the
move.

7. Depending on the model, raise the front of the
refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the
leveling legs all the way so they don’
See the

Door Closing section.

Setting the

t scrape the floor.

8. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the
refrigerator cabinet.

When you get to your new home, put everything back
and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for
preparation instructions.

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ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER

NOTE: Automatic Ice Maker feature is included only in

certain models. Please check your product specification.

WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

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.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

A newly-installed refrigerator may take
12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

Icemaker

When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the
icemaker will stop producing ice.

It is normal for several cubes to be stuck together.

If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become
cloudy, taste stale, and shrink.

NOTE: If the cube size is smaller or larger than you
expected, you can regulate the size with the cube size
button. (nomally caused by variations in water pressure.)

Every time you press the cube size button, the indicator
light go up. The higher position light is on, the larger
cubes will be. (1st step is the next after the 5th step.)

WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER
POWER SWITCH TO O (OFF)

When the water supply will be shut off for several hours.

When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a
minute or two.

When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.

NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR

The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills
with water. If the power switch is in the I (on) position, it
will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water.
To stop the buzzing, move the power switch to

O (off).

Feeler Arm

Cube Size
Indicator Light

The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle
approximately 100 - 130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other
operating conditions.

If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is
made to the icemaker, set the power switch to

When the refrigerator has been connected to the water
supply, set the power switch to I (on).

The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to
begin making ice cubes.

Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water
line to clear.

Cube Size
Select Button

Power Switch

O (off).

NOTE:

before the water line is connected can damage the
icemaker.

You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin
and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.

Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position

PREPARING FOR VACATION

Set the icemaker power switch to O (off) and shut off the
water supply to the refrigerator.

If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have
a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on
some models) to prevent serious property damage due to
flooding from ruptured water lines or connections.

Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler
arm.

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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE

NOTE: Water line installation is needed when the

Automatic Ice Maker and/or Water Dispenser features
are available on your product.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead
to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to
correct water hammer before installing the water supply
line to the refrigerator.

To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up
the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water
line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the
(off) position.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double­insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard
of electric shock, or is battery-powered.

All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing
code requirements.

NOTE: Wear eye protection.

O

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Copper Tubing

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

To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet
[2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation.

Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet
(2.4 m) as described above.

A cold water supply

between 20 and 120 p.s.i. on models without a water
filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i. on models with a

water filter.

Power drill

1/2”

or adjustable

wrench
Straight- and Phillips-

blade screwdriver

.

, 1/4” outer

[25 cm] diameter) to

. The water pressure must be

.

Two 1/4” outer diameter
compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)

connect the copper tubing to
the shutoff valve and the
refrigerator water valve.

If your existing copper water
line has a flared fitting at the
end, you will need an

adapter

plumbing supply stores) to
connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can
cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use
a compression fitting.

Shutoff valve to connect to
the cold water line

shutoff valve should have a
water inlet with a minimum
inside diameter of 5/32”
the point of connection to the
COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are
included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing,
make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local
plumbing codes.

(available at

to

. The

at

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.

1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY

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

2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location for the valve
that is easily accessible. It is best
to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is
necessary to connect into a
horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side,
rather than at the bottom, to avoid
drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.

3. DRILLTH E HOLE FORTH E VALVE

Drill a 1/4” hole in the water
pipe (even if using a self­piercing valve) using a
sharp bit. Remove any burrs
resulting from drilling the
hole in the pipe. Take care
not to allow water to drain
into the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4
reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

hole may result in

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(CONTINUED)

4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.

Pipe Clamp

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.

5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush
the tubing.

Pipe Clamp

Clamp Screw

Vertical Cold
Water Pipe

Washer

Inlet End

7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is
fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression
nut securely.

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

Packing
Nut

Outlet
Valve

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.

Compression
Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water supply on
and flush out the tubing until the
water is clear.

Shut the water off at the water
valve after about one quart of
water has been flushed through
the tubing.

6. ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water line and the
refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or
floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet)
as close to the wall as possible.

NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about
8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10 diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation.

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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE

9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be
sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the wall outlet.

If your refrigerator does not have a water filter,
we recommend installing one. If your water supply
has sand or particles that could clog the screen of
the refrigerator’
water line near the refrigerator.

Remove the plastic flexible cap from the refrigerator
connection.

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto

the end of the tubing.

s water valve. Install the filter in the

11.PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Arrange the coil of tubing so
that it does not vibrate against
the back of the refrigerator or
against the wall. Push the
refrigerator back to the wall.

12.START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C)
will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker
power switch is in the

I (on) position.

or below. It

Insert the end of the tubing into the connection as far
as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

Refrigerator
Connection

Ferule
(sleeve)

Tubing
Clamp

1/4”
Compression
Nut

1/4”
Tubing

Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to
the back of the refrigerator.
First, loosen the screw fastening the clamp. Next,
insert the tubing in the groove. Finally, re-fasten the
screw.

10.TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE

Tighten any connections that
leak.

Reattach the compressor
compartment access cover.

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