LG LRFD25850, LRFD21855 User Manual
BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
User’s Guide
Please read this guide thoroughly
before operating and keep it handy for
reference at all times.
CONGÉLATEUR
INFÉRIEUR
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR
Guide d’Utilisation et
d’Entretien
Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre
en marche l'unité et conservez-le à portée de la
main pour le consulter à tout moment.
CONGELADOR
INFERIOR
REFRIGERADOR
Guía para el Uso y Cuidado
Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes
utilizar el frigorífico y guárdelas como referencia
para el futuro.
Models / Modèles / Modelos
LRFD21855**/LRFD25850
**
P/No. 3828JL8032B
TABLE OF CONTENTS
English Version 2
French Version 36
Spanish Version 70
Warranty (U.S.A.) 3
Warranty (CANADA) 4
Safety Instructions 5–6
Grounding Requirements 6
Parts and Features 7
Refrigerator Installation 8–14
Unpacking Your Refrigerator 8
Installation 8
Removing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Handles
and Doors 9–13
Leveling and Door Alignment 14
Base Cover 14
Using Your Refrigerator 15–24
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 15
Multi-Flow 15
Setting the Controls 15
Adjusting Control Settings 16
Food Storage Guide 16
Storing Frozen Food 17
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Refrigerator section
Water Dispenser 17
Refrigerator Shelves 18
Wine Holder 18
Optibin Crisper 19
Crisper Humidity Control 19
Removing Crisper 19
Crisper Cover with Lattice on inner
Surface 20
Glide N Serve 21
Modular Door Bin 21
Dairy Bin 22
Egg Box 22
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Freezer section
Tilting Door 22
Ice Bin 22
Freezer Wire Door Rack 23
Durabase 23
Durabase Divider 23
Pull out Drawer 23
Water Filter 24
Care and Cleaning 25–26
General Cleaning Tips 25
Outside 25
Inside Walls 25
Door Liner and Gaskets 25
Plastic Parts 25
Condenser Coils 25
Light Bulb Replacement 25–26
Power Interruptions 26
When you go on vacation 26
When you move 26
About the Automatic Icemaker 27
Connecting the Water Line 28–31
Troubleshooting Guide 32–35
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LG ELECTRONICS, INC.
LG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY - USA
Your LG Refrigerator will be will repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or
workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") set forth below, effective from the date
("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser
of the product and effective only when used in the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.
WARRANTY PERIOD:
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
PARTS: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
SEALED SYSTEM (Compressor, Condenser, and
Evaporator)
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
PARTS: Seven years from the Date of Purchase.
Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted
for the remaining portion of the original unit’s warranty
period.
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:
In-Home Service (Except Model GR051):
Please retain dealer’s dated bill of sale or delivery
ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for proof of
warranty, and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the
service person at the time warranty service is
provided.
Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the
appropriate option to locate your nearest LG
Authorized Service Center. (Phones are answered
24 hours a day, 365 days per year.)
Or visit our website at: http://www.lgservice.com
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE
EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS U.S. DISTRIBUTOR SHALL BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER
BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to
state.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
• Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, or
correction of unauthorized repairs.
• Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the
requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized
modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.
• Repairs when your LG refrigerator is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.
CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS
To obtain Customer Assistance, Product Information, or
Dealer or Authorized Service Center location:
TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL:
LG Customer Interactive Center
P. O. Box 240007
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, Alabama 35824
ATTN: CIC
Call
1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per
year) and select the appropriate option from the menu.
Or visit our website at: http://www.lgservice.com
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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.
WARRANTYPERIOD
MODEL# : LRFD21855**/LRFD25850** LABOR : 2 Y ears PARTS : 2 Years
SEALED SYSTEM : Labor/ 2 Years, Parts/ 5 Years (Compressor, condenser, and evaporator)
HOW SER
No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OFANYIMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTYOF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. SHALLNOT
BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OFTHE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY
OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUTOF THE USE OF, OR
INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANYBREACH OFANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITYAPPLICABLE TO
THIS PRODUCT.
VICE 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.
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 W ARRANTY DOES NOT APPL YTO:
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 ASSIST ANCE 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:
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.
or by Internet:
http://www.lg.ca
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you
of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:
DANGER
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTION
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if
the instructions are not followed.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
• 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 NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• DO NOT allow 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
closing 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
burned-out 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.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance
with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped
to the front of the refrigerator.
• 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 NOT refreeze 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 offodor 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.
• Do not modify or extend the Power
Cord length.
It will cause electric shock or fire.
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.
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT:
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Please read carefully.
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
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.
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.
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 (USA), 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
F
G
H
M
N
O
C
I
J
K
L
Use this page 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
Refrigerator Light (p.25)
B
Filter (Inside) (p.24)
H
Ice Bin (p.22)
I
Pull out Drawer (p.23)
J
Durabase (p.23)
K
Divider (p.23)
C
Modular Door Bins (p.21)
D
Shelves (p.18)
E
Optibin Crisper (p.19)
(Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper)
F
Glide N Serve (p.21)
Customcube Icemaker (p.27)
G
L
Freezer Door Rack (Tilting-LRFD258**** only) (p.23)
M
Dairy Bin (p.22)
N
Egg Box (p.22)
O
Wine Holder (p.18)
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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.
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Allow the clearance of at least 2 inch from the ceiling and 1
inch from the side walls for better cooling efficiency, ease of
installation, proper air circulation and electrical connections.
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CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,
direct sunlight or moisture.
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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 at least 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.
WARNING
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.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
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• Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille,
stopper etc. You may be injured.
• Do not put hands or foot or metal sticks into air vents,
base grille or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured
or receive an electrical shock.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
Screws
mounted
on door
1
1
3
2
Keyhole slots
on back of
handle
3
1
1
Screws
mounted
on door
Keyhole slots
on back of
handle
2
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove the refrigerator door handles.
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1. Removing Refrigerator Handle
• 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).
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damaged if you hit it with a hammer
while removing or attaching.
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disassemble handle, you must push or
pull with some force.
2. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle
• Press the handle against door first.
• Grasp the handle tightly with both hands
and slide the handle to right (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).
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
2
Screws
mounted
on door
3
1
1
6
6
5
Screws
mounted
on door
Keyhole slots
on back of
handle
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HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1. Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle
• Align keyhole slots (1) on the top and
bottom of the back of the handle with
the screws (2) mounted on the front of
the door.
• Press the handle against the door
front, making sure that the screws (2)
go into the keyhole slots (1).
• Holding the handle with both hands,
press it firmly against the front of the
door and slide the handle down (3).
2. Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle
• Align keyhole slots (4) on the right and
left sides of the back of the handle
with the screws (5) mounted on the
front of the drawer.
• Press the handle against the drawer
front, making sure that the screws (5)
go into the keyhole slots (4).
• Holding the handle with both hands,
press it firmly against the front of the
drawer and slide the handle to the left
(6).
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
4
3
1
4
6
2
7
8
9
5
1
7
8
3
2
6
5
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REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
1. Removing Refrigerator Door
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Left Door
1. Disconnect water supply tube by pushing back on the disconnect ring (4).
2. Open door. Loosen top hinge cover screw (1).
Use flat tip screwdriver to pry back hooks on front underside of cover (3). Lift up cover.
3. Disconnect door switch wire harness (2). Remove cover.
4. Attach the tube on the door with door.
5. Pull out the tube.
6. Disconnect the three wire harnesses (5). Remove the grounding screw (6).
7. Rotate hinge lever (7) counterclockwise and remove. Lift top hinge (8) free of hinge lever latch (9).
w CAUTION: When lifting hinge free of latch, be careful that door does not fall forward.
8. Lift door up from middle hinge pin (10) and remove door.
9. Place door, inside facing up, down onto a non-scratching surface.
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Right Door
1. Open door. Loosen top hinge cover screw (1). Lift up cover (3).
2. Disconnect door switch wire harness (2). Remove cover.
3. Disconnect wire harness (5). Remove the grounding screw (6).
4. Rotate hinge lever (7) clockwise and remove. Lift top hinge (8) free of hinge lever latch (9).
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5. Lift door up from middle hinge pin (10) and remove door.
6. Place door, inside facing up, down onto a non-scratching surface.
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