LG LSC27990 Service Manual

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LSC27990TT

Entry

Important safety instructions

Identification of parts

Where to install

Door removal

Install the freezer and refrigerator compartment doors

Water supply installation

Water connection instruction guide

Height adjustment

External Equipment Connections

Setup

Adjusting the temperatures and functions

Temperature

Dispenser

Shelf

Humidity control in the vegetable compartment

OptiFresh temperature bin

OptiFresh

Location of foods

Storing foods

How to remove and replace parts

General information

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Warranty

Zip code

Table of Contents

Introduction

Installation

Operation

Suggestion on

food storage

Care and

maintenance

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Entry

The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case or back of refrigerator compartment of this unit. These numbers are unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase. Staple your receipt here.

Date of purchase Dealer Dealer address Dealer phone Model Serial

Before use, this refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation instructions in this manual.

Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.

When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over the power cord or to damage it in any way. Do not crush or damage the water line.

After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when your hands are damp or wet. Skin could adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet for cleaning or other requirements. Never touch it with wet hands because you can get an electric shock or be injured.

Never damage, bend, kink, pull out, or twist the power cord because damage to the power cord can cause product failure, fire, or electric shock. If you have doubts the appliance is properly grounded, consult a qualified electrician.

Never place glass products in the freezer because they may be broken from expansion when their contents are frozen.

Never put your hands within the ice storage bin of the automatic icemaker. You can be injured by the operation of the automatic icemaker.

The appliance is not intended for use by young children without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Never allow anyone to climb, sit, stand, or hang on the door. These actions may

damage the refrigerator and even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 or 20 amp, fused and grounded single-outlet circuit is required. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection in the event of an emergency.

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

Do not modify or extend the Power Cord length.

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It may cause electric shock or fire.

Introduction

Important safety instructions

Recommended

grounding

method

Accessibility of

supply plug

Supply cord

replacement

Warning

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment.

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. The appliance is not intended for use by young children without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Don’t store or use gasoline or other flammable vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

In the event of an electric short circuit, grounding (earthing) reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. In order to prevent possible electric shock, this appliance must be grounded. Improper use of the grounding plug can result in an electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if you have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Child entrapment

warning

Don’t store

Grounding

Introduction

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Parts, features, and options vary by model. Your model may not include every option.

NOTE

Freezer Compartment

Refrigerator Compartment

Dairy Corner

Water Filter

Lamp

Automatic

Icemaker

Shelf

Door Rack

Drawer

Door Rack

Lower Cover

Shelf

Snack Drawer

Lamp

Vegetable Drawer

Door Rack

OptiFresh Room

Model LSC27990TT

Identification of parts

Installation

Strong

and even floor

A proper

distance from

adjacent items

Where water

supply can be

easily connected

in a dry place

Where it is free

from heat

Please keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from other things. Too small a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity charges consumption.

Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected between the automatic ice maker and dispenser. Installing the refrigerator in a wet or damp area may cause rust and may be an electrical hazard.

If this refrigerator is installed where the ambient temperature is high, the freezing capacity is deteriorated and the cost of electricity used increases.

Where to install

Unstable installation may cause vibration and noise. If the floor to install the refrigerator on is not even, make the refrigerator level by rotating the height adjusting screw.

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Install the refrigerator at a place where the ambient temperature is 5˚C ~ 43˚C (41˚F~110˚F). Ambient temperature outside this range may cause product malfunction. Also, the tube between the dispenser and automatic ice maker may freeze.

NOTE

Bottom Pad

More than

4"(10 cm)

to top

Height

More than

2"(5 cm)

to back

Door removal

Electric Shock Hazard

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

If your entrance door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator door and pass the refrigerator laterally.

Remove the lower cover by lifting upward, and then pull up the water feed tube while pressing the release ring

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shown in the figure to the right.

Remove lower

cover and

water feed tube

Warning

Remove the

freezer

compartment

door

Remove the

refrigerator

door

Installation

1) Remove the hinge cover by loosening the screws. Disconnect all connections except the ground line.

2) Remove the keeper by rotating it counter

clockwise and then lifting the upper hinge up

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3) Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it upward. This time, the door should be lifted enough for the water feed tube to be completely pulled out.

1) Loosen the hinge cover screws and remove the cover. Remove connection wire, if any, except for the ground line.

2) Remove keeper by rotating it clockwise () and then remove the upper hinge by lifting it up ().

3) Remove the refrigerator compartment door by lifting it up.

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If a tube end is deformed or abraded, trim the part away. Disconnecting the tube under the door causes about

gallon (2 liters) water to flow

out. Please put up a big container to prevent it.

NOTE

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When removing the upper hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward .

NOTE

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After removing the door, take it into the kitchen where you are installing the refrigerator. Lay it down on a blanket and be careful to avoid damaging the water feed tube.

NOTE

Lower Cover

Lower hinge

Lower Hinge

Keeper

Water Feed Tube

Connection Wires

Connection

Wires

Hinge Cover

Upper Hinge

Keeper

Upper Hinge

Ground Line

Installation

Install the freezer and refrigerator compartment doors

Water supply installation

Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access door as shown in the right figure.

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Automatic icemaker operation needs water pressure of 21~121 psi (1.5~8.5 kgf/cm2) (That is, an instant paper cup (6 oz. or 180 cc) will be fully filled within 3 seconds.)

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If water pressure is less than 21 psi (1.5 kgf/cm2). It is necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icemaking and cool water feed.

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Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 26’ (8 m). Be careful for the tube to avoid being kinked. If the tube is longer than 26’ (8 m), the pressure may drop to an unacceptable level.

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Install the water supply line where it will not be affected by heat.

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Connect to potable water supply only.

Mount them in the reverse sequence of removal after they pass through the access door.

Pass the

refrigerator

Before

installation

Warning

This appliance contains fluids (refrigerant and lubricant) and is made of parts and materials which are reusable and/or recyclable. All the important materials should be sent to the collection center of waste material and can be reused after rework (recycling). For recycling, please contact the local agency.

Disposal of the

old appliance

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Water connection instruction guide

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

Connecting

the refrigerator

to a water source

Connect to potable water supply only.

Warning

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If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn the icemaker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water.

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

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Use copper tubing and check for leaks.

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Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

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It may take up to 24 hours for your icemaker to begin producing ice.

IMPORTANT

The icemaker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator.

The icemaker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure 21 psi (lb/inch2)

Cold water supply

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Standard screwdriver

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-inch and

-inch open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches

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-inch nut driver

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-inch drill bit

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Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)

Tools required

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Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1/4-inch saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3/16-inch saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

NOTE

Installation

1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn OFF the main water supply. Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the

pressure on the line. It may help to open an outside faucet to allow the water to drain from the line in the house.

3. Find a

-inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

Connect

the tubing to

water line

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Horizontal pipe will work, but the following precaution must be taken: Drill on the top of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

NOTE

4. To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, measure from the

connection on the lower left rear of the refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1m) to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning. Use

-inch O.D.

(outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5. Using a drill, drill a

-inch hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

6. Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet

end is solidly in the

" drilled hole in the water pipe and the washer is under

the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and the compression nut onto the copper tubing

as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Tighten the compression nut onto the outlet end with a wrench. A flare nut wrench works best, but an open end wrench will suffice. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and turn on the main

water supply. Flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Turn off the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing as shown below.

Cold Water Pipe

Pipe Clamp

Coil of Polyethylene or Copper Tubing

Compression NutCompression Sleeve

Shut Off Valve

Packing Nut

Installation

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

• If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing

one. If your water supply has sand or particles, that could clog the screen of the refrigerator’s water valve. Install the filter in the water line near the refrigerator.

1. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve.

2. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as

shown.

3. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the connection as far as possible. While

holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

Connect the tubing to

the refrigerator

Tighten any connections that leak.

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Plug In the Refrigerator

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

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Start the lcemaker

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

Turn the water on at

the shutoff valve

Tubing Clamp

1/4

Compression Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

Refrigerator Connection

1/4

Tubing

Installation

Height adjustment

Level them by inserting a flat (

type) driver into the groove of the left height adjusting

screw and rotating it clockwise ().

Level them by inserting a flat (

type) driver into the groove of the right height

adjusting screw and rotating it clockwise ().

The refrigerator door will close smoothly by raising the front side by adjusting the height adjusting screw. If the door does not close properly because it is improperly adjusted, the performance of the refrigerator will be affected.

If the freezer

compartment door

is lower than the

refrigerator

compartment door

If the freezer

compartment door

is higher than the

refrigerator

compartment door

After leveling the

door height

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Installation

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Antenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connections

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For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed.

Antenna Connection

External Equipment Connections

wall antenna socket

VHF antenna UHF antenna

outdoor antenna

Single-family Dwellings /Houses (Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna)

Be careful not to bend the bronze wire when connecting the antenna.

Bronze Wire

Main Power

Antenna jack

Bronze Wire

RF coaxial wire (75 ohm)

Turn clockwise to tighten.

Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments (Connect to wall antenna socket)

Typical Antennas

Direct Connection

VCR

Connection Panel

Cable Box Connection Panel

Connection

1. Connect the audio/video out sockets of the

VCR to audio/video in sockets of the set.

2. Press the TV/AV/RADIO button to select AV.

3. Press the PLAY button on the VCR.

The VCR playback picture appears on the screen.

Connection

1. Use the TV/AV/RADIO button on

the remote control to select TV.

2. Tune to cable service provided

channels using the cable box.

- After subscribing to a local cable TV service and installing a converter, you can

watch cable TV programming.

- For further cable TV information, contact a local cable service provider.

 In a poor signal area to improve picture quality,

purchase and install a signal amplifier.

 If the antenna is not installed properly, contact

your dealer for assistance.

Connecting

a VCR / DVD

Cable TV

Connections

• If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO

L/MONO socket of the set.

NOTE

Operation

Setup

Adjusting the temperatures and functions

When your refrigerator is first installed, allow it to stabilize at normal operating temperatures 2~3 hours prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods. If operation is interrupted, wait 5 minutes before restarting.

(Hidden)

Menu Button

Dispenser Light Button

Door Alarm Button

Dispenser Button

Temperature Button

Calendar and Anniversary Reminder

Lock Button

Function Display Board

Select

•

Your model may not include every option.

NOTE

About defective pixels

This LCD display contains hundreds of thousands of individual pixels. LCD displays typically contain a small number of pixels that do not function normally. Your display has been inspected and is in compliance with manufacturer’s specifications, indicating that any pixel defects do not affect the operation or use of your display. On a display of this size, 4 or fewer defective pixels are considered to be normal and are not grounds for exchange or refund.

Operation

Temperature

- You can adjust the freezer and refrigerator temperature.

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Press the TEMPERATURE button.

Using the or button, select

the desired refrigerator.

Select the temperature using the or button.

Refrigerator temperature options: 46, 41, 37, 34, or 32˚F Freezer temperature options: 7, 1, -2, -5, or -8˚F

Press the SELECT button.

Return to the standby screen.

Refrigerator/Freezer

Press the TEMPERATURE button.

Press the or button

to select IcePlus.

- For quick freezing.

- The standby screen is shown during IcePlus operation.

Press the or button to select Use. [ Use ] <--> [ Not in Use ]

Press the SELECT button.

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Return to the standby screen.

IcePlus

- The indicated set temperature is not the actual temperature within the refrigerator but the target temperature. The actual internal temperature can differ, especially if the door is opened and warm food was recently stored.

- Initially the refrigeration is weak. Adjust the temperature as mentioned above after using the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 days.

- You can select from Crush, Water or Cube options.

- When the dispenser is in use, the active option is indicated in the standby screen.

- Crush , Water , Cube .

Operation

Dispenser

Crush/Water/Cube

Press the DISPENSER button.

Select the desired option using

the and buttons.

[ Crush ] <--> [ Water ] <--> [ Cube ]

Press the SELECT button.

Return to the standby screen.

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The automatic icemaker can automatically make 6 cubes at a time, 70~120 pieces per day. This quantity may vary by circumstance, including ambient temperature, door opening, freezer load. etc.

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Icemaking stops when the ice storage bin is full.

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If you don't want to use the automatic icemaker, turn the icemaker switch to OFF. If you want to use automatic icemaker again, change the switch to ON.

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The water amount will vary depending on the water amount selection button. Setting, as well as the water pressure of the connected water line.

Automatic

icemaker

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It is normal that a noise is produced when ice drops into the ice storage bin.

NOTE

Water Amount Indicator Light

Power Switch

Water Amount Selection Button

Feeler Arm

Operation

You can select from Information, Gourmet Recipes, Refrigerator, Settings, and Photo Album function.

Press the MENU button.

Press the SELECT button.

You will see the detail menu.

Select the menu using the and buttons.

Operation

Press the or button to

select On.

Press the or button

to select On/Off.

Select the desired region

using the or button.

Press the or button to

select Weather Forecast.

You can select from Weather Forecast, Anniversary Reminder, Date and Time Setting, or Timer function.

Information

- Receives and displays the weather and temperature for 5 days, including the current day.

- Reception of weather forecast information received and displayed on the screen is subject to vary depending on your region and location of refrigerator.

- Thereby LG does not guarantee and will not be held responsible for accuracy of the weather information.

- Weather forecast information is only available in U.S.A

❐ Weather Forecast

1 2

3 4

Return to the Information menu.

Operation

Select the menu using

the or button.

Select the advance time

using the or button.

Select the month using the or button.

Press the button and then select the date using the or button.

Press the or button to

select Anniversary Reminder.

- Register the anniversary date.

- Select the Anniversary reminder using the button.

❐ Anniversary Reminder

< To set a new date >

1 2

Return to the Information menu.

Press the button

to select Save.

The anniversary reminder alarm goes off

The alarm will go off at the set date and time, and the anniversary will be

displayed in the screen.

Operation

You can check the detail menu using

the or button.

Press the or button

to select List.

Press the or button to

select Anniversary Reminder.

< To view the anniversary list >

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Press the button to select Save.

Select the menu using

the or button.

Select the value using

the or button.

Press the or button to select

Data & Time Setting.

To set the date and time.

❐ Data & Time Setting

1 2

3 4

Return to the Information menu.

Operation

To set the alarm.

❐ Timer

Press the button

to select Save.

Select the time using

the or button.

Press the or button

to select Timer.

1 2

3 4

Return to the Information menu.

- The alarm will go off at the set time, and the timer image will be displayed in the screen.

Operation

Select the recipe after selecting the menu category of dish.

Gourmet Recipes

Select the menu category using the or button.

Press the button

to select More.

You can select the dish

using the or button.

3 4

Press the button

to select List.

You can select the detail menu

using the or button.

Return to the Gourmet Recipes menu.

Operation

You can select from Filter reset, Door alarm, Dispenser light, Manual, and Service Call

functions.

< When the filter exchange date is still not due. >

Reminds you when to replace the filter.

Refrigerator

❐ Filter Reset

Press the or button

to select Filter Reset.

Press the SELECT button.

Press the or button to

select Reset.

Return to Refrigerator menu.

Operation

1 2

Press the or button

to select Filter Reset.

Press the SELECT button.

Press the or button

to select Reset.

Return to Refrigerator menu.

< When the filter exchange date is overdue. >

- You will see a message notifying you how long it will be before you need to change the filter.

Return to the

standby screen.

- If you choose to cancel filter exchange setting.

Press the or button to select Later.

You will see the filter exchange sign in the standby screen.

Press

the SELECT button.

Press the or button to select Reset.

Press

the SELECT button.

Operation

This is the function of notifying you every 30 seconds that the refrigerator door is open for more than 1 minute.

- You can turn the door alarm on or off.

❐ Door Alarm

1 2

Press the or button to

select Door Alarm.

Press the button to select Save.

Press the or button

to select Use or Not in Use.

Return to the Refrigerator menu.

- You will see the door alarm message.

- When using the Door Alarm

This notifies you every 30 seconds that the refrigerator door is open for more than 1 minute.

- When not using the Door Alarm

The alarm will not go off even when the refrigerator door is open.

Operation

This function controls the LED lamp located on the dispenser.

- Press this icon turn the dispenser light on or off.

❐ Dispenser Light

- When On is selected, the dispenser light is always on.

- When Off is selected, the dispenser light is turned on only when the

dispenser lever is pressed.

1 2

Press the or button to

select Dispenser Light.

Press the button to select Save.

Press the or button

to select On.

[ On ] <--> [ Off ]

Return to the Refrigerator menu.

Operation

You can select from Key Guide, Tem. Adjustment, Child Lock, Weather Forecast, Proper Food Storage, Fridge Maintenance Guide, Freezer Maintenance Guide or Elimination of Odor function.

❐ Owner’s Manual

1 2

Press the or button

to select Owner’s Manual .

Return to Refrigerator menu.

Press the SELECT button.

Press the button to select List.

Select the detail menu using the or button.

Select the menu using the or button.

Operation

1. Key Guide

Press the or

button to select

Key Guide.

You will see the detail

menu.

2. Tem. Adjustment

Press the or

button to select

Tem. Adjustment.

You can check the

detail menu using the

or button.

3. Child Lock

Press the or

button to select

Child Lock.

You can check the

detail menu using the

or button.

4. Weather Forecast

Press the or

button to select

Weather Forecast.

You can check the

detail menu using the

or button.

5. Proper Food Storage

Press the or

button to select

Proper Food Storage.

You can check the

detail menu using the

or button.

6. Fridge Maintenance Guide

Press the or

button to select

Fridge Maintenance

Guide.

You can check the

detail menu using the

or button.

7. Freezer Maintenance Guide

Press the or

button to select

Freezer Maintenance

Guide.

You can check the

detail menu using the

or button.

8. Elimination of Oder

Press the or

button to select

Elimination of Odor.

You can check the

detail menu using the

or button.

Operation

You can select from Display Image, Display Theme, Power Saver, Screen Backlight/Button Sound, or ˚C/˚F Setting function.

Settings

1 2

Select the menu using

the or button.

Select and Save the menu you

want using the or button.

Return to the Settings list menu.

This shows the number to call for service in the US or Canada.

❐ Service Call Info.

1 2

Press the or button

to select Service Call Info.

You will see the detail menu.

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