LG LRDC20731xx, LRDC22731xx, LRDN20720xx, LRDN22725xx, LRDC22743xx 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#** LRDN2271#**

P/No. 3828JL8004A

TABLE OF CONTENTS

English Version	2
Versión en Español	37
Warranty(U.S.A.)	3
Warranty(CANADA)	4
Safety Instructions	5 - 6
Grounding Requirements	6
Parts and Features	7
Refrigerator Installation	8 - 16
Unpacking Your Refrigerator	8
Installation	8
Base Grille	8
Removing, Reversing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Doors	9 - 14
Pull out Drawer	15
Door Closing and Alignment	16
Using Your Refrigerator	17 - 25
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation	17
Multi Flow	17
Setting the Controls	17 - 18
Adjusting Control Settings	18
Food Storage Guide	19
Storing Frozen Food	19
Refrigerator Shelves	20
Chef Fresh / Snack Pan	21
Crisper Humidity Control	21
Optibin Crisper	21
Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface	22

Door Racks	22
Design-A-Door	22
Dairy Bin	23
Freezer Wire Door Racks	23
Ice Bin	23
DuraBase	23
Tilting Door	23
Pull out Drawer Basket	24
DuraBase Divider	24
Can Dispenser	24
Triple Twist Ice Tray	24
Filter	25
Care and Cleaning	26 - 27
General Cleaning Tips	26
Outside	26
Inside Walls	26
Door Liner and Gaskets	26
Plastic Parts	26
Condenser Coils	26
Light Bulb Replacement	26 - 27
Power Interruptions	27
When you go on vacation	27
About the Custom Cube Icemaker	28
Connecting the Water Line	29 - 31
Troubleshooting Guide	32 - 35

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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 INABILITY TO 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

MODEL# :LRDC207****, LRDC227****	PARTS : 2 Years
LRDN207****, LRDN227**** LABOR: 2 Years
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. SHALL NOT 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.

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, misuse, 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:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you donÕt follow instructions.

WARNING

CAUTION	Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
	may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.

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.

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.) NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.

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 CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a 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

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

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

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	K
B	L
C	M
D
E	N
F	O
G	P
H
I	Q
J	R

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.

A	Digital Sensor Control (p.17)	K Filter (inside)* (p.25)
B	Refrigerator Light (p.26)	L Dairy Bin (p.23)
C	Shelves (p.20)	M Design-A-Door (p.22)
D	Chef Fresh / Snack Pan* (p.21)	N Egg Box
E Can Dispenser* (p.24)		O Refrigerator Door Rack (p.22)
F	Optibin Crisper (p.21)	P Freezer Light (p.27)

Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper

Q Wire Basket (p.24)

G Customcube Icemaker (p.28)

R Freezer Door Rack (Tilting) (p.23)

H Ice Bin (p.23)

*on some models

IDurabase (p.23)

JDivider (p.24)

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REFRIGERATOR 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

INSTALLATION

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.

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.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

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

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

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.

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

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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 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

1. Removing Refrigerator Door

Loosen the screw (1) and remove the top hinge cover (2).

Pull up the water valve tube (3) while pressing area<1> shown in the figure to the right.

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CAUTION: If a tube end is deformed or worn out, cut the part away.

If the water dispenser is in use, be careful that the water flows freely.

Separate the connection wire (4).

Remove the guide tube (5).

Remove the 3 screws (6) and lift off the top hinge (7).

Lift off the refrigerator door (8) slightly and remove it.

Loosen the screw (9) using 10mm hex-head socket wrench and remove the top hinge cover (10).

Lift off the washer (13) on the middle hinge pin.

Loosen the pin (14) using a 1/4 -inch hex-head socket wrench and remove it.

Remove the 2 screws 10mm (15), the 2 screws (16), and lift up the middle hinge (17).

Pry off the cover (11) using a slotted screwdriver and Attach it on the right.

Loosen the 2 screws (12) and attach it on the right.

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