LG LSC27935SB User Manual

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

OWNER’S MANUAL

SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR

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MANUAL DE USUARIO

REFRIGERADOR DE DOS PUERTAS

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Model Name/Nombre de Modelo**=color number/número de color

LSC27935**

P/No. MFL63719705

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WARRANTY

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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

(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, INCONVENIENCE 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 specic legal rights

and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

7 years 1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051)]

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, re, oods, 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.

5. Damages caused during and/or after delivery.

6. Display, discount, or refurbished units purchased with scratches, dents, or defects.

Proof of purchase is required and must be provided to LG in order to validate warranty.

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 1-800-243-0000 (24 hrs a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year).

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

model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal Code ready.

To obtain the nearest Authorized Service Center:

Call 1-800-243-0000 (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.

GARANTÍA

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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 período 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 período 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 Partes Mano de Obra

Refrigerador / Congelador 1 año 1 año [Servicio a Domicilio (Except Model GR-051)]

Sistema Sellado (Compresor,Condensador, Evaporador)

No se aplicará otro tipo de garantía a este producto. LA DURACIÓN DE OTRAS GARANTÍAS, INCLUYENDO LA DE COMPRA, ESTÁN LIMITADAS A LA DURACIÓN DE ÉSTA GARANTÍA. LG ELECTRONICS NO SE HACE RESPONSABLE POR LA PÉRDIDA 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 VIOLACIÓN A LAS GARANTÍAS IMPLEMENTADAS INCLUYENDO LA GARANTÍA 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 especícos y usted puede además tener otros derechos los cuales varían

de Estado a Estado.

7 años 1 año [Servicio a Domicilio (Except Model GR-051)]

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.

4. Daño resultante de accidente, alteración, mal uso o instalación inadecuada.

5. Daños causados durante y después de la entrega.

6. Reemplazo, descuento o restauración de unidades compradas con rayones, abolladuras o defectos.

La prueba de la compra se requiere y se debe proporcionar a LG para validar la garantía.

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 cobertura de la Garantía:

Para obtener información: Llame al 1-800-243-0000 (24 hrs al día, 7 días por semana, 365 días al año)

Servicio de Asistencia: Presione la opción de menú apropiado, y tenga su tipo de producto (Refrigerador),

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.

número de modelo, número de serie, y ZIP / Código Postal listos.

Llame al 1-800-243-0000 (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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty (USA) 1-2

English Version 3-26

Spanish Version 27-50

Important Safety Instructions 4-5

Requirements for Ground Connection 5

Refrigerator Installation 6-11 Unpacking your Refrigerator 6 Installation 6 Base Grille Installation 6 Handle Removal 7 Handle Installation 7 Removing and Replacing Refrigerator Doors 7-8 Door Alignment 8-9 Connecting the Water Line 9-11

Refrigerator Features 12

Using your Refrigerator 13-18

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 13 Prior to Use 13 Control Panel Features 13-14 Refrigerator and Freezer Controls 13-14 Adjusting Control Settings 14-15

Ice maker Operation 15 Food Storage Guide 15 Storing Frozen Food 16 Water and Ice Dispenser 16 Ice Storage Bin 16 Door and Rack Support 17 Snack Pan 17 Crisper and Crisper Cover 17 Humidity Controls 17 Refrigerator Shelves 17-18 Freezer Shelf 18

Filter (Water Filter) 19-20

Care and Cleaning 21-22

General Cleaning Tips 21 Outside 21 Inside Walls 21 Door Liners & Gaskets 21 Plastic Parts (Covers and Panel) 21 Back Cover 21 Lamp Replacement 21 Power Interruptions 21-22 When you go on Vacation 22 When you Move 22 When you should set the Ice maker Power Switch to off 22 Normal Sounds you May Hear 22

Troubleshooting Guide 23-26

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

This manual contains several important safety notices. Always read and obey all of the following safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is a warning to potential dangers that could cause death, injury or damage to you, others or the product. All safety messages will follow after this warning symbol and the word “DANGER”, “CAUTION” or “WARNING”. These words mean:

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

All safety messages inform you of potential danger, advise you on how to reduce the risk of injury and tell you what can occur if the instructions are not followed.

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, electrical shock or personal injury, the following precaution measures should be followed:

•NEVER disconnect the refrigerator by pulling the power cord, always grip the plug ﬁrmly and disconnect it directly from the outlet.

•Immediately repair or replace all faulty or damaged service cables. Do not use cords that have cracks or abrasion damage on the length of the cord or on the plug.

•When moving your refrigerator, take care not to roll over the electrical cord.

•DO NOT store or use gasoline or other combustible liquids or vapors in proximity with this or any other electrical appliance.

•DO NOT permit children to climb, stand or swing from the doors or shelves of the refrigerator. This can cause serious injury to them and damage to the product.

•Keep your ﬁngers away from areas in which they can become caught, such as the doors, hinges and cabinets. Be careful closing the doors when children are near.

•Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or repairing. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any repair services be performed by a qualiﬁed professional.

•Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the refrigerator or shut down the circuit breaker to avoid contact with a live wire (the bulb could break while being replaced). NOTE: Setting the control to the OFF position does not disconnect the power from the light bulb circuit.

•Do not keep bottles in the freezer compartment, they

You may be killed or suffer fatal damage if you do not follow instructions.

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

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury or damage to the product.

WARNING

could explode after freezing and cause damage.

•For your safety, this product should be properly grounded. Have a qualiﬁed professional check the electrical circuit and outlet to ensure a proper ground connection.

•Read all instructions before utilizing the product. Utilize this product only as explicitly expressed in this guide.

•Once the refrigerator is operating, avoid touching cold surfaces of the freezer with damp or wet hands; the skin could become adhered to these surfaces.

•In refrigerators with an automatic ice dispenser, avoid contact with moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating mechanism that discharges the cubes. DO NOT place your ﬁngers or hands in the ice dispenser mechanism while the refrigerator is connected.

•DO NOT refreeze foods which have already thawed. The Department of Agriculture of the United States, in your Bulletin of Home and Gardens No. 69 establishes that:

“...You can refreeze food that has thawed if they contain ice crystals or are cold and below 40 °F (4 °C)”.

“...Ground beef, perishable food or seafood that is discolored or has an unpleasant odor should not be frozen or consumed. Consumption of melted ice cream should also be avoided. If the odor or color of food is questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to consume”.

“Partial thawing or refreezing reduces the quality of the food, especially fruit, vegetables and prepared meals. The quality of red meat is less affected than other foods. Use refrozen products as soon as possible in order to maintain their quality”.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

This appliance is not intended for use by children, persons with physical or mental disabilities, persons with reduced sensory or mental capacity, or persons with lack of experience or know-how, unless they have supervision or instruction in relation to the use of the appliance by the person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to assure that they do not play with the appliance.

DANGER: CHILDREN MAY BECOME TRAPPED

Children becoming trapped or suffocated is not a problem of the past. Discarded and abandoned refrigerators are a hazard, even if they remain there “for just a few days”. If you would like to dispose of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to prevent any accidents.

BEFORE DISPOSING YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER WHEN NO LONGER IN USE:

•Removethedoors.

•Leavetheshelvesinplacesothatchildrencannot

easily become stuck in them.

CFC DISPOSAL

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that uses CFC’s (chloroﬂuorocarbons). CFC affects the stratospheric layer of the ozone.

If you decide to throw out your old refrigerator, ensure that CFC contaminants are properly disposed of by a qualiﬁed professional. If you intentionally remove the CFC refrigerant, you could be subject to ﬁnes or prison in accordance with environmental legislation in effect.

REQUIREMENTS FOR GROUND CONNECTION

IMPORTANT: Attentively read the following.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must

be properly grounded. Have a qualiﬁed electrician check your wall outlet to ensure that the plug is grounded properly.

3 prong

grounding type wall receptacle

3 prong Ensure proper

grounding ground exists plug before use

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

Your refrigerator must always be plugged to its own outlet which is adequately grounded. The energy current should only be 115 V, 60 Hz, A. C. and fused at 15 or 20 A. This provides the best performance and prevents an overload which could cause a ﬁre from the overheating of the cables. It is recommended that a separate circuit be used for this appliance, as well as a receptacle that cannot be disconnected with a switch.

prong outlets with that of an adequately grounded threeprong outlet.

Do not, under any circumstance, cut or extract the third prong from the plug.

NOTE: Before installation, cleaning or replacing light

bulbs, you must disconnect the appliance from the power source. When ﬁnished, plug the appliance back in and adjust the thermostat to the desired position.

USE OF EXTENSION CABLES

We do not recommend the use of extension cables.

However, if you still choose to utilize an extension cable, it is absolutely necessary that it is listed in the UL (in the United States) or CSA (in Canada), that it supports threepronged plugs and that the electrical current support a minimum of 15 A and 120 V.

The use of an extension cable will increase the amount of space needed behind the refrigerator.

WARNING

REPLACING ELECTRICAL CABLE

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by our service center or qualiﬁed LG technician to avoid any risk.

Do not use an extension cable.

It is your responsibility and obligation to replace two-

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

Use the assistance of two or more persons to move or install the refrigerator. Not following these instructions may cause injury to the back and other parts of the body.

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Before installing your refrigerator, remove any tape or temporary stickers. Do not remove any stickers that feature warnings, the model serial number or the technical label of the product located on the back of the refrigerator.

To remove adhesive tape residue, rub it well with your ﬁngers and a little liquid detergent. Clean with warm water and let dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ﬂammable liquids or abrasive cleaning products to remove the adhesive tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the section on “Important Safety Instructions”.

The shelves come already installed in their factory position. Remove the shelves and replace them according to your spacing needs.

WARNING

WHEN MOVING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Your refrigerator is extremely heavy. Make sure you protect the ﬂoor when moving your refrigerator for cleaning or servicing. Always pull your refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not shift from side to side or “walk” the refrigerator when attempting to move it as this can cause damage to the ﬂoor.

temperature around the appliance is too low or high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.

NOTE: For proper air circulation, and best

cooling and energy consumption results, maintain a minimum distance of 2 inches (5,08 cm) from adjacent items and surfaces.

2"(5,08 cm)

WARNING

Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille, stopper, etc. You may be injured. Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base grille or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.

BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION

To install or replace base grille:

1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of

refrigerator.

2. Place base grille into position and insert and tighten

screws.

To remove the base grille:

1. Open the doors (Refrigerator and Freezer).

2. Once doors are open, remove screws from base grille

and remove.

3. Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

Keep all ﬂammable materials and vapors (such as gasoline) away from the refrigerator. Not following these instructions may cause death, explosion or ﬁre

INSTALLATION

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

or humidity.

2. To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST

be installed on a solidly constructed ﬂoor.

3. Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended.

4. NEVER install the refrigerator on a platform or a weakly

supported structure.

5. Install this appliance in an area where the temperature

is between 41 °F (5 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C). If the

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

HANDLE REMOVAL

You may have to remove the door handles to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. See instructions below.

NOTE: To avoid damaging door surfaces when moving

the refrigerator through narrow openings, it is ALWAYS recommended to remove the doors as instructed in the next two pages.

• Loosen the set screws with a 3/32” (2,38 mm) Allen wrench and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be

tightened or moved, use a 1/4” (6,35 mm) Allen wrench.

Mounting Fasteners

Set

Screw

REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS

Before removing the doors, remove the base grille. See

“Base Grille Installation” for reference.

To remove the right (refrigerator) door:

1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).

2. Use a ﬂat blade screwdriver to pry back the hooks

(not shown) of the hinge cover (2) from the top of the refrigerator cabinet. Lift up the cover.

3. Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift the top hinge

(4) free of the hinge lever latch (5).

NOTE: Regardless of hinge lever type, removal process

is the same.

4. Lift the door from the lower hinge pin.

5. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non scratching

surface.

(1 )

(2 )

)

(4 )

(5 )

)

Rivet

Allen

Wrench

HANDLE INSTALLATION

Place the handle on the door by adjusting handle footprints to ﬁt mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 3/32” (2,38 mm) Allen wrench .

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be

tightened or removed use a 1/4” (6,35 mm) Allen wrench.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

• Disconnect electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.

• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.

• Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille and stopper. You may be injured. Before removing the doors, remove the base grille.

Type 1

(4 )

(5 )

Type 2

CAUTION

When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

Removing the left (freezer) door with water line

connection:

Pull up the water feed tube while pressing the area (Figure

1) as shown in the ﬁgure below.

NOTE: If a tube end is deformed or abraded, trim the

part away. Disconnecting the tube under the door causes about 0,13 gallons (0,5 liters) water to ﬂow out. Put a large container at end of tube to prevent water from draining onto the ﬂoor.

1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).

2. Use a ﬂat blade screwdriver to pry back the hooks

(not shown) of the hinge cover (2) from the top of the refrigerator cabinet (2). Lift up the cover.

3. Disconnect all the wire harnesses (3).

4. Remove the grounding screw (4).

5. Rotate hinge lever (5) counterclockwise. Lift the top

hinge (6) free of the hinge lever latch (7).

NOTE: Regardless of hinge lever type, removal process

is the same.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Figure 1

(2 )

(1 )

(5)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Type 1

CAUTION

When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

6. Lift the door from the lower hinge pin being careful to

pull the water lines through the lower hinge pin.

7. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non scratching

surface.

Reinstalling the right (refrigerator) door:

1. Place the door onto the lower hinge pin.

2. Fit top hinge (4) over hinge lever latch (5) into place.

Rotate lever (3) counterclockwise to secure hinge.

NOTE: Regardless of hinge lever type, reinstallation

process is the same.

3. Hook tab on switch side of corner under edge of wire

opening in cabinet top. Position cover (2) into place. Insert and tighten cover screw (1).

(1)

(2 )

(3)

(7)

(6)

Rivet

Type 2

1. Feed the water tubes through the lower hinge pin and

place the door onto the lower hinge pin.

2. Fit top hinge (6) over hinge lever latch (7) and into

place. Rotate lever (5) clockwise to secure hinge.

NOTE: Regardless of hinge lever type, reinstallation

process is the same.

3. Install the grounding screw (4) and connect all the wire

harnesses (3).

4. Hook tab on door switch side of cover (2) under edge

of wire opening in cabinet top. Position cover into place. Insert and tighten cover screw (1).

5. Reconnect the water tubes by inserting the tubes into

the connectors.

Collet

Tube

Insert Line

DOOR ALIGNMENT

Remove the base grille before adjusting the doors. See “Base Grille Installation” for reference. Two methods of door alignment are available based on the amount of adjustment needed and installation requirements.

Type 1 Adjusting tool: Flat blade screwdriver. If the freezer

compartment door is lower than the refrigerator compartment door, level them by inserting a ﬂat blade screwdriver into the groove of the left leveling leg and rotating it clockwise.

Height

difference

Left

leveling leg

Height

difference

(3)

(4)

(5)

(4 )

Type 1

Reinstalling the left (freezer) door:

(2 )

(1 )

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Type 1

(3)

(5)

(6)

Rivet

Type 2

(5 )

Type 2

)

Rivet

If the freezer compartment door is higher than the refrigerator compartment door, level them by inserting a ﬂat blade screwdriver into the groove of the right leveling leg and rotating it clockwise.

Height

difference

Right

Height

difference

(7)

leveling leg

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