LG LSFXC2496D Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR

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

LSFXC2476* LSFXC2496* LSFD2491**

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

	3	PRODUCT FEATURES	42		SMART FUNCTIONS
			42		LG SmartThinQ Application
	4	SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	45		Smart Grid Function
			46		Smart Diagnosis™ Function
	4	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
	8	PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS	47 MAINTENANCE
			47		Cleaning
	9	PRODUCT OVERVIEW	48		Replacing the Fresh Air Filter
			48		Replacing the Water Filter
	9	Exterior	55 TROUBLESHOOTING
	10	Interior
			55		FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
	12 INSTALLATION
			56		Before Calling for Service
	12	Installation Overview	66		LIMITED WARRANTY
	13	Unpacking the Refrigerator
	13	Choosing the Proper Location	66		FOR USA
	15	Removing/Assembling Handles	69		FOR CANADA
	16	Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers
	22	Connecting the Water Line

25Leveling and Door Alignment

26Turning on the Power

27OPERATION

27Before Use

28Control Panel

30 Ice and Water Dispenser

32Ice Compartment

33Automatic Icemaker

34Storing Food

37Humidity Controlled Crispers (On Some Models)

37Glide‘N’Serve

37Durabase®

37Detaching/Assembling the Storage Bins

38Door-in-Door (On Some Models)

40InstaView Door-in-Door (On Some Models)

41Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves

PRODUCT FEATURES 3

PRODUCT FEATURES

Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.

FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER

The water dispenser dispenses fresh, chilled water.

The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice.

DOOR ALARM

The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer drawer remains open. If a refrigerator door or freezer drawer is left open for more than 60 seconds, a warning alarm sounds at 30-second intervals.

HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPERS

The Humidity Controlled Crispers are designed to help keep fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp. Control the amount of humidity in the crispers by adjusting the settings between Fruit (Low) and Vegetables (High).

GLIDE‘N’SERVE

The Glide‘N’Serve provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than the refrigerator. It is a convenient place to store sandwiches or meat to be cooked.

AUTO-CLOSING HINGE

The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically with a slight push. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle less than 30°.)

ICE PLUS

Ice production is increased when the freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour period.

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4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, 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 off 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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5

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

••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.

OPERATION

••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 suffocated.

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

••Keep fingers 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.

••Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end. Immediately have all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged repaired or replaced by qualified service personnel.

••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 uncertified 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 filled containers, combustible substances, or flammable 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. DO NOT place fingers 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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••If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.

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 flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure the area is adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center.

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

••This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

••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 qualified technician.

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

••Turn the power off 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 unqualified personnel to do so.

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 off 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 is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you release the refrigerant, you may be fined or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant environmental law.

••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 qualified 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 fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

••Have a certified electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding.

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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7

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:

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

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.

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 overfill 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 overfill the appliance with food. Doing so may cause personal injury or property damage.

••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) off 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 SPECIFICATIONS

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

The appearance and specifications 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 LSFXC2476*

Description	Counter-depth, Door-in-Door French door refrigerator, bottom freezer
Net weight	324 lb (147kg)
Model LSFD2491**
Description	Counter-depth, Door-in-Door French door refrigerator, bottom freezer
Net weight	326 lb (148 kg)
Model LSFXC2496*
Description	Counter-depth, InstaView Door-in-Door French door refrigerator, bottom freezer
Net weight	335 lb (152kg)

PRODUCT OVERVIEW 9

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes.

Exterior
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1 Control Panel

6 InstaView Door-in-Door (On Some Models)

Sets the refrigerator and freezer temperatures, the water filter condition and the dispenser mode.

The InstaView Door-in-Door compartment allows for easy access to commonly used food items.

2	Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser	7	LED Light
	Dispenses purified water and ice.		LED lights up when the freezer door is opened.
3	EZ Handle	8	Refrigerator
	Easily opens the freezer door.		Fresh food compartment
4	Handle	9	Freezer
	Opens and closes the refrigerator door.		Frozen food compartment

5Door button (On Some Models)

Opens the Door-in-Door Compartment.

10	PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Interior
Door-in-Door : LSFXC2476* / LSFD2491**
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InstaView Door-in-Door : LSFXC2496*

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW 11

1LED interior lamps

Light up the inside of the refrigerator.

2Water filter

Purify water.

NOTE

••The filter should be replaced every 6 months. See the Replacing the Water Filter section in this manual for details.

3Crisper

Help vegetables and fruit to stay crisp.

Humidity Controlled Crisper (On Some Models)

Help vegetables and fruit to stay crisp and controls humidity.

4Fixed Door Bin

Store chilled food or drinks.

5Auto-Closing Hinge (On Some Models)

8Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf

The refrigerator shelves are adjustable to meet individual storage needs.

9Modular Door Bin

Interchangeable bins can be arranged to suit storage needs.

10Glide‘N’Serve

Store food items at a different temperature than the regular refrigerator area.

11Pullout Drawer

Provide extra storage within the freezer compartment.

12Durabase® and Durabase® Divider

Provide storage for large food items.

The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically when pushed slightly. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle of less than 30°.)

6Door-in-Door Case

A convenient storage area for frequently-used items that require easy access.

7Cheese & Butter and Condiment Bins

Cheese & Butter and Condiment bins are specially designed for these items, making spreading butter and slicing cheese easier.

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12 INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.

Unpacking the Refrigerator

Disassembling/Assembling

Connecting the Water Line

Leveling and Door Alignment

Choosing the Proper Location

CAUTION

••Connect to potable water supply only.

INSTALLATION 13

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 floor 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 floor damage could occur.

••Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in fire, 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, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the front 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.

••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

••Don't use existing holes unless they are in the target area. Otherwise, the water supply and drain hose may be damaged by being crushed or kinked.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be installed and leveled on a solidly constructed floor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for the unevenness of the floor.

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 affected.

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14 INSTALLATION

Dimensions and Clearances

••Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sufficient room to move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings.

••If an opening is too narrow to fit 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 airflow 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 24 inches (610 mm) in front of the refrigerator to open the doors, and at least 2 inches (50.8 mm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.

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A	Depth without handle		28 3/8"
				(721 mm)
B	Width		35 3/4"
				(908 mm)
C	Height to Top of Case		68 7/8"
				(1750 mm)
D	Height to Top of Hinge		70 1/4"
				(1785 mm)
E	Back Clearance		2"
				(50 mm)
F	Depth without Door		24 1/8"
				(613 mm)
G	Depth (Total with Door Open 90°)		42 3/4"
				(1086 mm)
K	Front Clearance		24"
				(610 mm)
M	Depth With handle		30 7/8"
				(785 mm)

INSTALLATION 15

Removing/Assembling 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 firmly to avoid dropping it.

••Do not swing the handle into nearby people or animals.

••Make sure that the bracket hole of the handle fits properly into the stopper bolt of the door. Assemble the set screws to fix 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

Removing the Refrigerator Handles

1Loosen the set screws (1) with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

2Loosen the mounting fasteners (2) that connect to the refrigerator door and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assembling the Refrigerator Handles

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

2Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws (2) with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench.

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Removing the Freezer Drawer Handle

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

2Loosen the mounting fasteners (2) with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assembling the Freezer Drawer

Handle

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

2Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws (2) with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench.

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 off.

Tools Needed

3/32 in. Allen wrench 1/8 in. Allen wrench 1/4 in. Allen wrench

Removing the Left Refrigerator Door

1The water supply is connected to the upper right part of the rear surface of the refrigerator. Remove the ring in the joint area. Hold the water

supply connection and gently push the collet (1)to detach the water supply line (2) as shown.

Collet

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2	Remove the screw (1) from the hinge cover at the	5	Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
	top of the refrigerator. Lift the hook (not visible),		remove the door.

located at the bottom of the front side of the cover

(2) with a flat-head screwdriver.

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3Remove the cover and pull out the tube (1). Disconnect all wire harnesses (2). Unscrew the ground wire (3).

4Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise (1). Lift the top hinge (2) free of the hinge lever latch.

Hinge Lever Latch

(1) (2)

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

NOTE

Disassembling/Assembling the Water Lines

Collet

Tube

Insert line

(Correct)

Clip

Removing the Right Refrigerator

Door

1Remove the top hinge cover screw (1). Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover (2), with a flat-head screwdriver.

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Detach the wire harness (1).

Assembling the Right Refrigerator

Door

Install the right-side door first.

1	Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in
	the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the

middle hinge pin as shown in the figure.

3Rotate the hinge lever (1) clockwise. Lift the top hinge (2) free of the hinge lever latch.

Hinge Lever Latch

CAUTION

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

4Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.

2Fit the hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever (2) counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

Hinge Lever Latch

3 Connect the wire harness (1).

CAUTION	4 the cover screw (2).
	Place the cover (1) in its place. Insert and tighten

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

Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door

Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed.

1Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Install the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge.

2Fit the hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever clockwise (2) and fasten the hinge.

Hinge Lever Latch

INSTALLATION 19

5Hold the water supply connection and gently push in the collet (1) to connect the water supply line

(2) as shown. Insert the tube at least 5/8 inch (15 mm) into the connector. Insert the clip on the joint to fasten the tube in place.

Collet

6Place the cover (1) in place. Insert and tighten the cover screw (2).

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3 Connect all the wire harnesses.

4Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case and pull it through the backplate.

NOTE

Disassembling/Assembling the Water Lines

Collet

Tube

Insert line

(Correct)

Clip

••Gently press the collet and insert the tube until only one line shows on the tube.

(Correct)

(Incorrect)

20 INSTALLATION

Removing the Freezer Drawers

The Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, injury to persons, and death, follow basic precautions, including the following:

••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 floor.

••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 sufficient space for a small child or pet to crawl inside.

3On the left rail, use a flat blade screwdriver to push in on the tab to release the drawer from the rail, as shown below. Once the left side is loose, push the tab on the right side with your finger to release the drawer. Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out.

4Remove the Durabase basket from the rails. Remove the screws from the rails at both ends.

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Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.

5Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails.

CAUTION

••Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury.

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6 Hold both rails and push them in simultaneously.	3	Lower the door into its final position and tighten
		the screws located on both sides.

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Assembling the Freezer Drawer		4	Insert the drawer into the frame, and push the
1	Pull out both rails simultaneously, until they are		drawer back until it clicks into place.
	fully extended.

2Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the drawer supports into the rail tabs located on both sides.

5Replace the ice bin in the drawer. Insert the Durabase basket in the rail assembly.

CAUTION

••Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury.

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Connecting the Water Line

Before Beginning

This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

If necessary, call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator. Water banging in the pipes, or water hammer in residential plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding.

••Turn the icemaker OFF if the refrigerator will be used before the water line is connected.

••Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where the ambient temperatures fall below freezing.

WARNING

••Connect to potable water supply only.

CAUTION

••To prevent burns and product damage, only connect the refrigerator water line to a cold water supply.

••Wear eye protection during installation toprevent injury.

If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/ cm2 (takes more than 4 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity):

••Check to see if the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

••Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.

••If the water pressure remains low, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

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

Supplies Needed

••Copper or PEX Tubing, ¼ in. outer diameter, to connect the refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square. To determine how much tubing you need, measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then, add 8 feet (2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in. [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

••Power drill.

••½ in. or adjustable wrench.

••Flat-blade and Phillips-head screwdrivers.

••Two ¼ in. outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.

Water Pressure

You will need a cold water supply.

Water Pressure

	models with water filter	20–120 psi
		(138 - 827 kPa)
		40–60 psi minimum to
	where reverse osmosis	reverse osmosis system
	water filtration system is	(2.8 kgf/cm2– 4.2 kgf/
	connected to a cold water	cm2,or less than 2–3
	supply	seconds to fill a cup of 7
		oz capacity)

••If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end, purchase an adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.

	INSTALLATION 23
••Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.	3 Drill the hole for the valve.
The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a
minimum inside diameter of 5/32 in. at the point of	••Drill a ¼ in. hole in the water pipe using a sharp
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type	bit. Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the
shutoff valves are included in many water supply	hole in the pipe. Be careful not to allow water
kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type	to drain into the drill. Failure to drill a ¼ in. hole
valve complies with your local plumbing codes.	may result in reduced ice production or smaller
	cubes.

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NOTE

••A self-piercing saddle type water valve should not be used.

Water Line Installation Instructions

WARNING

Electric Shock Hazard:

••When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the device is battery-powered, double-insulated or grounded in a manner that will prevent the hazard of electric shock.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.

1Shut off the main water supply.

Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line.

2Choose the valve location.

Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.

NOTE

••The hookup line cannot be white, plastic tubing. Licensed plumbers must use only copper tubing (NDA tubing #49595 or #49599) or Cross Link Polyethylene (PEX) tubing.

4Fasten the shutoff valve.

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe Clamp

	Saddle-Type	Vertical Cold
	Shutoff Valve
		Water Pipe

NOTE

••Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.

5Tighten the pipe clamp.

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.

Inlet End

Pipe Clamp

Washer

Clamp Screw

NOTE

••Do not over tighten clamp or you may crush the tubing.