LG LRDCS2603S, LRDCS2603D User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

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LRDCS2603*

MFL67851408

Rev.00_112019

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS LIMITED WARRANTY46

4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 WARNING 7 CAUTION

8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

8 Product Features

11 INSTALLATION

11 Before Installing 12 Choosing the Proper Location 14 Removing/Assembling the Handles 15 Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers 18 Reversing Door Opening Direction 20 Connecting the Water Line 24 Leveling 24 Turning on the Power

25 OPERATION

Before Use

Control Panel

Sabbath Mode

Automatic Icemaker

Storing Food

Humidity Controlled Crispers

Glide‘N’Serve

Refrigerator Shelves

Door Bins

Durabase

46 50

For USA For Canada

32 SMART FUNCTIONS

32 Smart Functions (Smart Diagnosis)

33 MAINTENANCE

33 Cleaning 34 Water Filter

38 TROUBLESHOOTING

38 FAQs 39 Before Calling for Service

4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Safety Messages

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION.

These words mean:

WARNING

You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

CAUTION

You may be injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instructions.

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

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of explosion, re, death, electric shock, scalding or injury to persons when using this

product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Installation

• To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all industry recommended safety procedures including

the use of long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.

• Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has

missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

• Only connect this product to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for use with this product (115

V, 60 Hz AC only). It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.

• Do not use an outlet that can be turned o with a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

• The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.

• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

• Contact an authorized service center when installing or relocating the refrigerator.

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

• Keep packing materials out of the reach of children. Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suocation.

• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp or dusty place where insulation on electrical parts may

deteriorate.

• Do not place the refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from heating appliances such as

stoves or heaters.

• Do not bend or pinch the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Operation

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as :

- sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working environments;

- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

- bed and breakfast type environments;

- catering and similar non-retail applications.

• This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials or

for use on ships, etc.

• DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the

refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

• Do not allow children to climb into the refrigerator. They could be trapped and suocated.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the refrigerator.

• Keep ngers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small.

Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.

• Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands. Doing

so may cause frostbite.

• Do not refreeze frozen food that has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health hazard.

• Do not use an adapter plug or plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualied person in order to avoid a hazard.

• Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.

• Do not modify or extend the power cord.

• Do not use an uncertied power outlet. Do not plug appliance into a damaged wall outlet.

• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator. Doing so could

result in personal injury or electric shock.

• In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure the area is adequately ventilated and contact an

authorized service center before resuming use. Do not touch the refrigerator or power cord of the refrigerator.

• Disconnect the power cord immediately and contact an authorized service center if there is a strange

noise, odor, or smoke coming from the appliance.

• Do not use any fuse (such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse.

• Do not place or use an electrical appliance inside the refrigerator, unless it is of a type recommended by

the manufacturer.

• Do not put animals inside the appliance.

• Do not place heavy or fragile objects, liquid lled containers, combustible substances, or ammable

objects (such as candles and lamps) on the appliance.

• Avoid contact with any moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heater that releases the ice

cubes.

• If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.

• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those

recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are

of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a ammable propellant in this appliance.

• DO NOT place ngers in the automatic icemaker when the refrigerator is plugged in.

• When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use a fragile container.

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Maintenance

• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.

• Do not light a candle to remove odors in the refrigerator.

• In the event of a refrigerant leak, move ammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure the area is

adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center.

• Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

• The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights are interior LED lighting, and service should be performed by a qualied technician.

• Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.

• Turn the power o if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.

• Do not store glass containers or soda in the freezer compartment. Contents may expand when frozen,

break the container and cause injury.

• Do not store, disassemble or repair the appliance yourself or allow unqualied personnel to do so.

• Do not bend or pinch the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it.

Disposal

• Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When disposing of the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take o the doors but leave

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

• If disposing of a refrigerator, make sure the refrigerant and insulation foam are removed for proper disposal by a qualied servicer. If you release the refrigerant or throw away the insulation foam, you may be ned or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant environmental law. Insulation foam contains ammable blowing gas.

• When discarding the appliance, remove the door gasket while leaving the shelves and baskets in place,

and keep children away from the appliance.

Grounding Instructions

• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualied electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.

• Have a certied electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding.

• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug rmly and pull straight out from the outlet. Failure to do so may damage the power cord, resulting in a risk of re and electric

shock.

Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), which is combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged. Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or

cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any naked ames or potential sources of

ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes.

In order to avoid the creation of a ammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating

circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 10.8 square feet (1 square meter) in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of refrigerant in your

particular appliance is shown on the identication plate inside the appliance. Never start up an

appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.

CAUTION

• To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or

property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Installation

• Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.

• The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions.

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Operation

• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

• This appliance is intended to be used only in domestic and similar applications.

• Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface. Do not touch glass surfaces if they are

cracked or broken.

• Do not overll or pack items too tightly into door bins. Doing so may cause damage to the bin or personal injury if items are removed with excessive force.

• Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

Maintenance

• Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.

• Remove foreign objects (such as dust and water) o the prongs of the power plug and contact areas. Do

not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

• Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside of the refrigerator.

• Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. They may break if exposed to

sudden temperature changes

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8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product Features

The images in this guide may be dierent from the actual components and accessories, which are subject

to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes.

Exterior

Refrigerator

Fresh food compartment

Handle

Opens and closes the refrigerator door.

Freezer

Frozen food compartment

Interior

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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LED Interior Lighting

Lights up the inside of the refrigerator.

Water Filter*

Puries water. Replace the water lter every six months. See the Replacing the Water Filter section in this manual for

details.

Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf

The refrigerator shelves are adjustable to meet individual storage needs.

Humidity Controlled Crisper

Helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp and controls humidity.

Glide’N’Serve

Store food items at a dierent temperature than the regular refrigerator area.

Automatic Icemaker (Freezer)*

Produces and stores ice automatically in the freezer compartment.

Ice Bin

Stores ice produced by the automatic icemaker.

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Pullout Drawer

Provides extra storage within the freezer compartment.

Durabase and Durabase Divider

Provides storage for large food items.

Product Specications

*The appearance and specications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.

Electrical requirements: 115 V, 60 Hz

Min. / Max. water pressure: 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa)

Model LRDCS2603*

Description

Net weight

Standard-depth, bottom freezer

226 lb (102.5 kg)

INSTALLATION

11INSTALLATION

Before Installing

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions rst after purchasing this product or transporting it to

another location.

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Unpacking the Refrigerator

Choosing the Proper Location

Disassembling/Assembling

Connecting the Water Line

Leveling

WARNING

• Connect to potable water supply only.

12 INSTALLATION

Unpacking the Refrigerator

WARNING

• Use two or more people to move and install the

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

• The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the oor when

moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator

when trying to move it, as oor damage could

occur.

• Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to

do so can result in re, explosion, or death.

NOTE

• Remove tape and any temporary labels from

your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning labels, the model and serial number label

• 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 ngers. Wipe with warm

water and dry.

• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ammable uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove

tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

• Reinstall or adjust shelves as needed.

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position. Reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

Choosing the Proper Location

Water

Water supply must be easily connected for the automatic icemaker.

NOTE

• The water pressure must be 20 - 120 psi or 138 -

827 kPa or 1.4 - 8.4 kgf/cm2. If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/cm2), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.

Electricity

Use an individual, grounded outlet:115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC, 15 Amps minimum.

WARNING

• Do not overload house wiring and cause a re

hazard by plugging in multiple appliances in the same outlet with the refrigerator.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install

the refrigerator in a wet or damp area.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be

installed and leveled on a solidly constructed oor.

If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate

for the unevenness of the oor.

NOTE

• Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a

platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended.

Ambient Temperature

Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55 °F (13 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C). If the temperature around the appliance is too low

or high, cooling ability may be adversely aected.

Dimensions and Clearances

• Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sucient room to

move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings.

• If an opening is too narrow to t the refrigerator through, remove the refrigerator doors. See Removing/

Assembling the Doors and Drawers in this manual.

• The installation location chosen for the refrigerator should allow space behind the unit for connections and airow and space in front to open the doors and drawers.

• Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased

electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 27 inches (686 mm) in front of the refrigerator to open the doors, and at least 2 inches (51 mm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.

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Depth (Total with Freezer Drawer Open)

Dimension/Clearance

Depth without Handle

Width

Height to Top of Case

Height to Top of Hinge

Clearance

Depth without Door

Depth with Handle

Depth (Total with Door Open 90°)

Front Clearance

model

34” (864 mm)

32 4/5” (833 mm)

68 1/2” (1740 mm)

69 4/5” (1774 mm)

2” (51 mm)

29 4/9” (748 mm)

35” (889 mm)

53 1/3” (1355 mm)

63 1/4” (1606 mm)

33 7/8” (860 mm)

14 INSTALLATION

Removing/Assembling the Handles

When moving the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is preferred.

The appearance of the handles may vary from what is shown.

WARNING

• When assembling or disassembling the refrigerator handles, grasp the handle rmly to

avoid dropping it.

• Do not swing the handle into nearby people or

animals.

• Make sure that the bracket hole of the handle ts properly into the stopper bolt of the door. Assemble the set screws to x the handle into

place.

• Make sure that there is not a gap between the

door and handle after assembling the handle.

Tools Needed

• 3/32 in. Allen wrench

• 1/8 in. Allen wrench

• 1/4 in. Allen wrench

fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench.

Removing the Refrigerator Handles

Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Removing the Refrigerator Handles

Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect to the refrigerator door and handle using a ¼ in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Removing the Refrigerator Handles

Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the handle with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench.

Place the handle on the door by tting the

handle footprints over the mounting

Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle

Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the handle with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench.

Place the handle on the door by tting the

handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench.

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Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers

If the entrance door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway.

WARNING

• Use two or more people to remove and install

the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer.

• Disconnect the electrical supply to the

refrigerator before installing.

• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the

air vents or bottom of the refrigerator.

• Be careful when handling the hinge and stopper.

• Remove food and bins before detaching the

doors and drawers.

• Do not hold the handle when removing or

replacing the doors and drawer as the handle

may come o.

Tools Needed

• 3/32 in. Allen wrench

• 1/8 in. Allen wrench

• 1/4 in. Allen wrench

• 5 mm (3/16 in) Allen wrench

CAUTION

• When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door

does not fall forward.

Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.

CAUTION

• Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface.

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Removing the Refrigerator Door

Remove the top hinge cover screws . Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the

front side of the cover . with a athead

screwdriver.

Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch .

Removing the Freezer Drawers

WARNING

• Use two or more people to remove and install

the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer.

• Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the

drawer.

• When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to damage the oor.

• Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.

• To prevent accidents, keep children and pets

away from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer open. If the Durabase® storage bin is removed

from the freezer drawer, there is sucient space

for a small child or pet to crawl inside.

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Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.

Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out.

CAUTION

• Do not hold the handle when removing or

replacing the drawer. The handle may come o,

causing personal injury.

Hold both rails and push them in simultaneously.

Remove the Durabase basket from the rails. Remove the screws from the rails at both ends.

Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails.

Assembling the Freezer Drawer

Pull out both rails simultaneously, until they

are fully extended.

Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the drawer supports into the rail tabs located on both sides.

CAUTION

• Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come o,

causing personal injury.

Lower the door into its nal position and

insert the screws in the rails on both sides.

Replace the ice bin in the drawer. Insert the Durabase basket in the rail assembly.

Assembling the Refrigerator Door

Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin.

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Insert the drawer into the frame, and push the drawer back until it clicks into place.

Align the door with the cabinet.

Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge

Replace the hinge cover . Insert and tighten the cover screws .

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