LG LSXS22423S Owner’s Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

SIDE BY SIDE
REFRIGERATOR

Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.

Model Name*=color number

LSXS22423*
GS68SGS
GS66SVS

MFL62884312-8

Copyright © 2014 - 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

www.lg.com

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 PRODUCT FEATURES

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

7 COMPONENTS

7 Refrigerator Exterior

8 Refrigerator Interior

9 INSTALLATION

9 Installation Overview

9 Specifi cations

10 Unpacking Your Refrigerator

10 Choosing the Proper Location

10 - Flooring

11 - Ambient Temperature

11 - Measuring the Clearances

11 Installing the Base Grille

11 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator

12 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator

12 - Removing the Right (Refrigerator) Door

12 - Removing the Left (Freezer) Door

13 - Reinstalling the Right (Refrigerator) Door

13 - Reinstalling the Left (Freezer) Door

14 Connecting the Water Line

14 - Before You Begin

14 - Water Pressure

14 - What You Will Need

16 - Water Line Installation Instructions

17 Turning On the Power

18 Leveling and Door Alignment

18 - Leveling

18 - Door Alignment

Door Handles

Doors

19 HOW TO USE

19 Before Use

20 Control Panel

20 - Airfl ow

21 - Control Panel Features

23 Automatic Icemaker

23 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker O

23 - Normal Sounds You May Hear

23 - Preparing for Vacation

24 Ice Storage Bin

25 Ice and Water Dispenser

26 Storing Food

26 - Food Preservation Location

27 - Food Storage Tips

27 - Storing Frozen Food

28 Humidity Controlled Crisper

29 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins

30 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves

31 MAINTENANCE

31 Cleaning

32 Replacing the Water Filter

36 SMART DIAGNOSIS

36 Using Smart Diagnosis

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37 TROUBLESHOOTING

37 Common Product Questions

38 Noises You Might Hear

39 Before Calling for Service

47 W

ARRANTY (USA)

49 WARRANTY (CANADA)

52 NOTES

3PRODUCT FEATURES

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

HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER

The Humidity Controlled Crisper is designed to help keep your fruits and
vegetables fresh and crisp. You can control the amount of humidity in the
crisper by adjusting the setting between Vegetables and Fruits.

DOOR ALARM

The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning
that could occur if a refrigerator door 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.

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ICE PLUS

Ice production can be increased by approximately 20 percent when the
freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour
period.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury, or product damage.

shock, or personal injury when using your
product, basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following:

Power

Installation

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 WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:

WARNING

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

CAUTION

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric

NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling

on the power cord. Always grip the plug
firmly and pull it straight out from the
outlet.

Immediately repair or replace all power
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.

Do not use an uncertified power outlet.
Unplug the power plug immediately in the

event of a blackout or thunderstorm.
Plug in the power plug with the power

cord facing downward.

Contact an authorized service center when

you install or relocate the refrigerator.
When moving your refrigerator away

from
the wall, be careful not to roll over or
damage the power cord.

Your refrigerator must always be plugged to
its own outlet which is adequately
grounded. The energy current should only
be 115 V ~ 60 Hz, 127 V ~ 60 Hz or 220 V~
50/60 Hz, AC (according to the National
rating type). with a 15 A fuse for voltages
between 115 and 127 V or 10 A to 220 V
independent voltage protection system
from the main supply of your home. (The
electrical installation must be verified by a
qualified technician).

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

all safety messages.

Type 1 Type 2

3 prong 3 prong Ensure

grounding type wall grounding type wall proper
receptacle. receptacle. ground

exists
before
use.

3 prong
grounding 3 prong
plug Ensure proper grounding
ground exists before use. plug

Type 3 Type 4

3 prong 2 prong

grounding type wall grounding type wall
receptacle. receptacle.

3 prong 2 prong
grounding grounding
plug

Ensure proper Ensure proper
ground exists before use. ground exists before use.

Use

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 hang on to or place heavy objects
on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

Do not place heavy or dangerous objects
(bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.

Do not put live animals inside the
refrigerator.

Do not allow children to climb into the
product when it is in use.

In the event of a gas leak (propane/
LPG), ensure adequate ventilation and
contact an authorized service center
before resuming use. Do not touch or
disassemble the electrical outlet of the
refrigerator.
In the event of a refrigerant leak, move
flammable objects away from the
refrigerator. Ensure adequate ventilation
and contact an authorized service center.

Do not use or place flammable substances
(chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near
the refrigerator or store them inside the
refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator
in the vicinity of flammable gas.

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 use extension cords or adapters
ungrounded ground.
Under any circumstances cut the third ter­minal (ground connection)

5IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic
safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

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.

Unplug the power plug before cleaning or
repairing the refrigerator.

When you replace the light LED in the
refrigerator by a LG sevice techitian or a
qualied technitian, unplug the refrigerator
or turn o the power.

Do not modify or extend the power cord.

Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do
not light a candle to remove interior odors.

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 three-pronged
plugs and that the electrical current
support a 15 A fuse for voltages between
115 and 127 V or 10 A to 220 V. (Verify the
electric specication of your country.)

Do not use an outlet that can be turned

o with a switch. Do not use an extension
cord. It is the user’s responsibility to
replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet
with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.

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

of your country.)

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

Disconnect the power cord immediately if
you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or
detect smoke coming from the appliance.

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

Do not disassemble or modify the
refrigerator.

Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects
below or behind the refrigerator.

(Verify the electric specication

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

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 ngers or hands on the
automatic ice-making mechanism while
the refrigerator is plugged in.

When dispensing ice from the dispenser,
do not use crystal ceramics.

Do not touch the cold surfaces in the
freezer compartment with wet or damp
hands, when your refrigerator is in
operation.

Do not put glass containers, glass bottles
or soda in the freezer.

Children should be supervised to ensure
they do not use the device as a toy.

This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.

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

If you are throwing away your old
refrigerator, make sure the CFC or HCFC
coolant is removed for proper disposal
by a qualied servicer. If you release
CFC/HCFC coolant, you may be ned or
imprisoned in accordance with the relevant
environmental law.

Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
dangerous, even if they are sitting for
only a few days. When disposing of the
refrigerator, remove the packing materials
from the door or take o the doors but
leave the shelves in place so that children
may not easily climb inside.

If the refrigerator is connected to a circuit
protected b

y fuses, use time delay fuses.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic
safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

Installation

Use

CAUTION

The refrigerator must be properly

installed in accordance with the Installer
Instructions that were taped to the front
of the refrigerator.

Be careful when you unpack and install
the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of
plastic and other packing materials out of
the reach of children.

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

Do not use extension cords or adapters
ungrounded.

Keep fingers out of pinch point areas;
clearances between the doors and cabi­nets are necessarily small. Be careful
closing doors when children are nearby.

If you store food improperly, be aware
that it may fall and cause injury.

Do not use aerosols near the refrigera­tor.

Do not store articles on the top of the
appliance.

To avoid hazard, damaged power
cords must be replaced by the manu­facturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified technician. Do no
operate the appliance with
power cord
This appliance is intended to be used
in domestic and similar applications
such as: staff kitchen areas in shops,
offices and other working environments;
cottages and clients in hotels, motels
and other residential type environments;
environments type bed and breakfast;
hotels and similar non-commercial
applications.

a damage

Maintenance

Do not use strong detergents like wax or

thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft
cloth.

Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and
water) off the prongs of the power plug
and contact areas regularly.

Do not store, disassemble or repair the
refrigerator by yourself.

Remove any dust or foreign matter from
the po

wer plug pins.

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

If the refrigerator is disconnected from
the power supply, wait for at least five
minutes before plugging it back in.

If you notice a chemical or burning
plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the
refrigerator immediately and contact
your LG Electronics Service Center,
refer to the Service Center information
including on this Owner’s Manual or in
the card warranty included according
your country.

The insulation in this unit contains
cyclopentane or a pentane-like gas
which is fl ammable and requires a
special elimination process. Before
discontinuing use of this refrigerator,
contact local authorities to arrange for
safe disposal of the unit.

IMPORTANT : Use only new water
hose-sets, do not reuse old water hose -sets

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7COMPONENTS

COMPONENTS

Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.

*The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.

Refrigerator Exterior

Freezer

Preserves frozen food.

Control Panel

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

Off Off

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Refrigerator

Preserves food.

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Filtered Water
and Ice Dispenser

Dispenses purified
water and ice.

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Refrigerator Interior

Freezer Shelves

(size 33 x 26 cm)

Light (LED)

Freezer Shelves

(size 40 x 26 cm)

Automatic

Icemaker

Freezer

Freezer

Door Bins

Freezer
Drawer

Freezer
Compartment

Refrigerator
Compartment

Refrigerator
Light (LED)

Dairy Corner

Water Filter

Refrigerator
Shelf

Snack
Pan

Refrigerator
Door Bins

Vegetable
Drawers

Freezer

Door Bin

Base
Grille

NOTE

Parts, features and options

All models have 2 diferents sizes of freezer shelves. IMPORTANT: Shelf suggested position must

be respected according to the image shown above.

vary by model. Your model may not include every option.

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INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

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

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2 Choosing the proper

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3 Disassembling/Assembling

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NOTE

Connect to potable water
supply only,

4 Connecting the water

supply and water line

5 Leveling and Door

Alignment

Specifications

The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.

Side by Side refrigerator model

Description Side by Side refrigerator

Electrical requirements

Min. / Max. Water pressure 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) on models without water filter,

Dimensions

115 V ~ 60 Hz, 127 V ~ 60 Hz with a 15 A fuse or 220 V~ 50/60 Hz,
AC with a 10 A fuse. (according to the National rating type)

40 - 120 psi ( 276 – 827 kPa ) on models with filter

33”(W) X 32”(D) X 67”(H), 49

1/4 “ (D w/ door open)

840 mm (W) X 880 mm (D) X 1694 mm (H), 1264 mm
(D w/ door open)

Net weight

264.5 lb. (120 kg)

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Unpacking Your Refrigerator

Remove tape and any temporary labels from
your refrigerator before using. Do not remove
any warning-type labels, the model and serial
number label, or the circuit diagram that is located
in the back of the refrigerator

Please remove vinyl from door before connecting
electrical supply. (on some models)

To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub
the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue
residue can also be easily removed by rubbing
a small amount of liquid dish soap over the
adhesive with your ngers. Wipe with warm
water and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,
ammable uids, or abrasive cleaners to re­move tape or glue. These products can damage
the surface of your refrigerator.

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

WARNING

Use two or more people to move and

install the refrigerator. Failure to do so

can result in back or other injury.

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving

the refrigerator for cleaning or service,

be sure to protect the oor. Always pull

the refrigerator straight out when mov-

ing it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrig-

erator when trying to move it, as oor

damage could occur.

Keep ammable materials and va-

pors, such as gasoline, away from the

refrigerator. Failure to do so can result

in re, explosion, or death.

Choosing the Proper Location

Select a place where a water supply can

be easily connected for the automatic
icemaker.

NOTE

The water pressure must be between 20
and 120 psi (
without a water lter and between 40 and
120 psi (

water lter.

The refrigerator should always be plugged
into its own individual properly grounded
electrical outlet according the National
Rating on the product characteristic you
purchased rated for 115 - 127 v, 60 Hz or 220
v, 50/60 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
re hazard from overheated wires. It is
recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
install the refrigerator in a wet or damp area.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be
leveled and installed on a solidly constructed
oor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to
compensate for unevenness of the oor. The
front should be slightly higher than the rear to
aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned
easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the
leveling legs to the left to raise the unit or to
the right to lower it. (See Leveling and Door
AlIgnment.)

NOTE

Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a
platform or weakly supported structure is
not recommended.

- Pa) on models

- Pa) on models with a

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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.

Measuring the Clearances

Too small of a distance from adjacent items
may result in lowered freezing capability and
increased electricity consumption charges.
Allow at least 24 inches (61 cm) in front of the
refrigerator to open the doors, and at least
2 inches (5.08 cm) between the back of the
refrigerator and the wall.

24” (61 cm)

Removing/Assembling the
Refrigerator Door Handles

NOTE

When it is necessary to move the refrigerator
through a narrow opening, removing the
doors is the recommended procedure. If it
is necessary to remove the handles, follow
the directions below. The appearance of the
handle may vary from what is shown in the

illustrations

Removing the Handles

1

Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in (2.5mm).
Allen wrench and remove the handle.

2 Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect

to the refrigerator door and handle using a
¼ in (6.4mm). Allen wrench, remove the mounting
fasteners.

Mounting

Fasteners

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2” (5.08 cm)

Installing the Base Grille

Removing the Base Grille

Open the doors (refrigerator and freezer).

1

With doors open, remove screws from base

2

grille. Remove base grille and set safely
aside.

Assembling the Base Grille

Place base grille into position and insert and

1

tighten screws.

Set Screw

Allen Wrench

Assembling the Handles

1

Assemble the mounting fasteners at both
ends of the handle using a ¼ in (6.4mm).
Allen wrench.

2 Place the handle on the door by fitting

the handle footprints over the mounting
fasteners and tightening the set screws
with a 3/32 in (2.5mm). Allen wrench.

Mounting Fasteners

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Removing/Assembling the
Refrigerator Doors

When it is necessary to move the refrigerator
through a narrow opening, removing the doors
is the recommended procedure.

NOTE: Before removing the doors, remove the
base grille. See Installing the Base Grille for
instructions.

Removing the Right (Refrigerator) Door

WARNING

y If your entrance door is too narrow

for the refrigerator to pass through,
remove the refrigerator doors and move
the refrigerator sideways through the
doorway.

y Use two or more people to remove and

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

y Disconnect the electrical supply to the

refrigerator before installation. Failure
to do so could result in serious injury or
death.

y Do not put hands, feet or other objects

into the air vents or bottom of the
refrigerator. You may be injured or receive
an electrical shock.

y Be careful when handling the hinge and

stopper. You may be injured.

y Remove food and bins before detaching

the doors and drawers.

(1)

(2)

3. Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift
the upper hinge (4) free of the hinge lever
latch (5).

NOTE: Regardless of hinge lever type, removal

process is the same.

CAUTION

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

4. Lift the door from the lower hinge pin.

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

Removing the Left (Freezer) Door with
Water Line Connection

Pull up the water feed tube while pressing the
area (Figure 1) shown in the figure below. Make
sure the color of the water lines match.

NOTE:

trim the part away. Disconnecting the tube
under the door causes about 0.13 gallons (0.5
liters) of water to flow out. Put a large container
at the end of the tube to prevent water from
draining onto the floor.

If a tube end is deformed or abraded,

Figure 1

)

(3

( 4)

Type 1

(5)

( 4)

(5)

)

(3

Type 2

Rivet

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.

(2)

(1)

(6)

Rivet

Type 2

(5)

(7)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Type 1

(3)

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

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2. Use a fl at 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. Disconnect all the wire harnesses (3).

4. Remove the grounding screw (4).

5. Rotate the hinge lever (5)

counterclockwise. Lift the upper hinge (6)
free of the hinge lever latch (7).

NOTE: R

egardless of hinge lever type, removal

process is the same.

CAUTION

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

5. Lift the door from the lower hinge pin, being
careful to pull the water lines through the
lower hinge pin.

6. Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface. Be careful not to
damage the water feed tube.

Reinstalling the Right (Refrigerator) Door

(1)

(2)

Reinstalling the Left (Freezer) Door

(2)

(1)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Type 1

1. Feed the water tubes through the lower
hinge pin and place the door onto the
lower hinge pin. Water hoses should be
behind the leg to prevent damage.

2. Fit the top hinge (6) over hinge lever latch
(7)and into place. Rotate the lever (5)
clockwise to secure the hinge.

NOTE: R

egardless of hinge lever type, removal

process is the same.

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

4. Hook the t

ab on the door switc
the cover (2) under the edge of the wire
opening in the cabinet top. Position the
cover into place. Insert and tighten the
cover screw (1).

(3)

(7)

(5)

(6)

Rivet

Type 2

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Type 1

(3)

(4)

(5)

(4)

(5)

Type 2

)

(3

Rivet

1. Place the door onto the lower hinge pin.

2. Fit the upper hinge (4) over the hinge lever
latch (5) and into place. Rotate the lever (3)
counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

NOTE: R

egardless of hinge lever type, reinstallation

process is the same.

3. Hook the tab on the switch side of the cover
under the edge of the wire opening in
the cabinet top. P

osition the cover (2) and

replace the screw (1).

5. Reconnect the water tubes by inserting
the tubes into the connectors. The tube is
inserted correctly when only one guide line
is showing out of two.

Collet

Tube

Insert Line

NOTE: When replacing the door, make sure to

connect the water tubes so the colors
match.

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Connecting the Water Line

Before You Begin

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

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes)
in house plumbing can cause damage to
refrigerator parts and can lead to water leakage
or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct
water hammer before installing the water
supply line to the refrigerator.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power
switch is in the OFF (O) position.

Water Pressure

You will need a cold water supply. The water
pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi

(138 - 827 kPa) on models without a water
filter and between 40 and 120 psi (276 - 827

kPa) on models with a water filter. If the water
pressure does not reach the minimum required
pressure, a separate booster pump may be
required for normal automatic icemaker and
cool water dispensing operation.

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply, this water
line installation is not covered by the refrigerator
warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to
minimize the risk of expensive water damage.

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs
to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 kPa
~ 414 kPa, or less than 2.0~3.0 sec. to fill a
cup of 7 oz (0.1 L) capacity).

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

Wear eye protection during installation to
prevent injury.

If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis
system is less than 21 psi or (145 kPa)
(takes more than 4.0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz (0.1 liters

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 issue concerning water pressure
from reverse osmosis remains, call a
licensed, qualified plumber.

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

What You Will Need

Copper Tubing, ¼ in (6.4mm). 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. Keep the total
length of the feed water pipe tube within
26 ft (8 m). Be careful to avoid getting a
kink in the tube. If the tube is longer than
26 ft (8 m), it may cause the water feed to
malfunction.

Power drill.
½ in (2.7 mm). or

adjustable wrench.
Flat blade and Phillips

head screwdrivers.
Two ¼ in (6.4mm). outer

diameter compression
nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect

the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and
the refrigerator water valve.

y If your existing copper water line

has a flared fitting at the end, you
will need an adapter (available at
plumbing supply stores) to connect
the water line
to the
refrigerator OR
you can cut off
the flared fitting with a tube cutter
and then use a compression fitting.

y Shutoff valve to connect to the cold

water line. The shutoff valve should

have a water inlet with a minimum
inside diameter of 5/32 in (4mm). at the
point of connection to the COLD
WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff
valves are included in many water
supply kits.
Before
purchasing,
make sure
a saddle-

type valve complies with your local
plumbing codes.

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NOTE

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

WARNING

Electrical 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.

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Water Line Installation Instructions

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

1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY

2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

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

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.

Drill a ¼ in (6.4 mm). hole in
the water pipe using
a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting
from drilling the
hole in the pipe. Be
careful not to allow
water to drain into
the drill. Failure to drill a ¼ in. hole may
result in reduced ice production or smaller
cubes.

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.

4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

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

Pipe Clamp

Vertical Cold
Saddle-Type
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 by the terms and norms of your country.

5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

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

NOTE:

Pipe Clamp

Clamp Screw

Do not overtighten clamp or

you may crush the tubing.

Washer

Inlet End

6 ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water
line and the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in

the w

all or floor (behind the refrigerator or
adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as
possible.

NOTE

Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about
8 feet (2.4 m) coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in
(25.4 cm) diameter) to allow the refrigerator to
move out from the wall after installation.

17INSTALLATION

7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule
(sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of
the tubing and connect it to the shutoff
valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted
into the valve. Tighten the compression nut
securely.

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

Compression
Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

8 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water
supply on and flush
out the tubing until the
water is clear.

Shut the water off at the

water valve after about
one quart (1 L) of water
has been flushed through the tubing.

NOTE

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.
Do not use old hoses. Use only new
hoses provided by the manufacturer.

10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE

SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.

CAUTION

Check to see if leaks occur at the water line
connections.

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9 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE

REFRIGERATOR

Before making the connection to

NOTE:

the refrigerator, be sure that the refrigerator
power cord is not plugged into the wall
outlet.

a. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water

valve.

b. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)

onto the end of the tubing as shown.

c. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the

connection as far as possible. While holding
the tubing, tighten the fitting.

Tubing Clamp

¼ in (6.4mm).
Compression
Nut

Ferrule (sleeve)

¼ in (6.4 mm).
Tubing

Refrigerator
Connection

11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

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

12 START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power switch to the ON
position.

The icemaker will

it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F
(–9°C) or below. It will then begin operation
automatically if the icemaker power switch is
in the ON (I) position.

not begin to operate until

Turning On The Power

1 Plug in the refrigerator.

*Just for reference

CAUTION

Connect to a rated power outlet.

Have a certified electrician check the wall
outlet and wiring for proper grounding.
Do not damage or cut off the ground
terminal of the power plug.

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Leveling

After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power
cord into a the national recomended outlet and
push the refrigerator into the final position.

Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs­one on the right and one on the left. Adjust the
legs to alter the tilt from front - to - back or side

- to - side. If your refrigerator seems unsteady, or
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust
the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below:

NOTE: Tools Required: 11/16” (18mm) wrench
or flat blade screwdriver.

1 Remove the base grille. For instructions,

2 Turn the leveling leg counterclockwise

see Installing the Base Grille, page 11.

to raise that side of the refrigerator or
clockwise to lower it. It may take several
turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of
the refrigerator.

Height

3 Open both doors again and check to make

sure that they close easily. If the doors do
not close easily, tilt the refrigerator slightly
more to the rear by turning both leveling
legs counterclockwise. It may take several
more turns, and you should turn both
leveling legs the same amount.

4 Reinstall the base grille.

Door Alignment

If the doors are still uneven after the refrigerator
has been leveled, finish adjusting the doors by
following the instructions below:

Adjusting tools: 5/16” (8mm) wrench and 3/4”
(19mm) wrench.

Height

Keeper nut

Wrench

Adjustment

Height

hinge pin

Down

Off Off

O

Up

Left leveling

leg

Height

Off Off

O

NOTE: Having someone push backward against the

top of the refrigerator takes some weight off of the
leveling legs. This makes it easier to adjust the legs.

Height

Height

Off Off

O

Right leveling leg

Using a 3/4” (19mm) wrench, turn the keeper

nut clockwise to loosen it.
Using a 5/16” (8mm) wrench, turn the
adjustment hinge pin clockwise or coun­terclockwise to level the refrigerator door.
After leveling the door, turn the keeper
nut counterclockwise to tighten it. Make
sure all legs are completely touching the
floor.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten the door ad-

justment screw. The hinge pin can be pulled out
(adjustable range of height is a maximum of ½ in.
(1.27 cm)).

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OFF

HOW TO USE

Before Use

Clean the refrigerator.

Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during
shipping.

Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that

contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape
or adhesive from the refrigerator,.
Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information
on the rear surface of the refrigerator.

Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.

Connect the power supply.

Check if the power supply is connected before use.

*Just for reference

Read the “Turning On The Power” section.

Turn off the icemaker if the refrigerator is not yet connected to
the water supply.

Turn off the automatic icemaker and then plug the power plug of the refrigerator
into the grounded electric outlet.
* This is applicable only to certain models.

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CAUTION

NOTE

CAUTION

Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water supply
may cause the refrigerator to malfunction.

Wait for the refrigerator to cool.

Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food
in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper
cooling.

CAUTION

Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the food to
spoil, or a bad odor could linger inside the refrigerator.

The refrigerator makes a loud noise after initial operation.

This is normal. The volume will decrease as the temperature lowers.

Open refrigerator and freezer doors to ventilate the interior.

The inside of the refrigerator may smell like plastic at first. Remove any adhesive
tape from inside the refrigerator and open the refrigerator and freezer doors for
ventilation.

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Control Panel

The refrigerator control functions as the ther­mostat for the entire appliance (refrigerator and
freezer sections). The colder the setting, the
longer the compressor will run to keep the tem­perature colder. The freezer control adjusts the
cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator.
Setting the freezer control to a lower tempera­ture keeps more cold air in the freezer compart­ment to make it colder.

Airflow

Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh
food section and back again through air vents in
the wall dividing the two sections. Be sure not
to block vents while packing your refrigerator.
Doing so will restrict airflow and may cause the
refrigerator temperature to become too warm
or cause interior moisture buildup. (See air flow
diagram below.)

IMPORTANT:

Because air circulates between both sections,
any odors formed in one section will transfer to
the other. You must thoroughly clean both sec­tions to eliminate odors.

To prevent odor transfer and dried out food,
wrap or cover foods tightly. (See the Food Stor­age Guide section for details.)

NOTE: If you close the refrigerator door, you
may see the freezer door open and close again
due to pressure from internal air flow.

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Control Panel Features

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

Dispenser

Select Cubed Ice, Water or Crushed Ice by
pressing the
choose the selection desired. The Cubed Ice,
Water or Crushed Ice icon will light up to indi­cate your selection.

Dispenser

Selecting this icon indicates that cubed
ice will be dispensed when the dis-

penser pad is activated.

Selecting this icon indicates that water
will be dispensed when the dispenser
pad is activated.

Selecting this icon indicates that
crushed ice will be dispensed when
the dispenser pad is activated.

button repeatedly to

Ice Plus

When you press the

Figure 1

Ice Plus/ Water Filter

button, the graphic will illuminate in the display
and will continue for 24 hours. The function
will automatically shut off after 24 hours.
You can stop this function manually by
pressing the button one more time.
This function increases both ice making
and freezing capabilities by running the
freezer compartment at the coldest set­tings for a 24-hour period.

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To dispense water or ice, gently push your cup
against the dispenser pad (see page 25).

NOTE:

seconds after dispensing ice or water so the last
few drops go in your cup instead of on the floor.

Hold your cup in place for a couple of

Temperature

It’s recommended to maintain the initial (middle)
temperature settings by pressing the

button and

tor

NOTE:

24 hours before making additional adjustments.
The more lit bars, the colder the refrigerator and
freezer will be. See Figure 1.

Freezer

When changing control settings, wait

button.

Refrigera-

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Water Filter Reset

When the water filter indicator turns on, you
need to replace the water filter. After replacing
the water filter, press and hold the
Water Filter button for three seconds to turn
the indicator light off. You need to replace the
water filter approximately every six months.

Lock

Ice Plus/

The

button deactivates the controls

Lock

and dispenser functions. When power is
initially connected to the refrigerator, the
Lock function is off.
If you want to activate the Lock function
to lock other buttons, press and hold the

button for three seconds or more.

Lock

The Lock icon will display and the Lock
function is now enabled.
When the Lock function is activated, no
other buttons will work. The dispenser
pad is also deactivated.
To disable the Lock function, press and
hold the

button for approximately

Lock

three seconds.

Demo Mode (For Store Use Only)

The

Demo Mode

refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve
energy while on display in a retail store.

To deactivate:

With either refrigerator door opened, press and
hold the

Refrigerator

buttons at the same time for five seconds.
The control panel will beep and the temperature
settings will display to confirm that
is deactivated. Use the same procedure to activate
the Demo Mode

disables all cooling in the

and

Ice Plus/Water Filter

.

Demo Mode

Adjusting Control Settings

Give the refrigerator time to cool down com­pletely before making final adjustments. It is
best to wait 24 hours to let the normal settings
(recommended in the Temperature section) sta­bilize before making any changes. If you need
to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator or
freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator tem­perature and allow 24 hours for the temperature
to stabilize again. If it is still too warm or too
cold, then adjust the freezer control.

Display Off Mode

The display lights up and stays lit for 60 seconds
when the refrigerator is initially plugged in. All
the display lights will then go off except the lock
and dispenser icon selected (crushed, water
or cubed), and the display only lights when the
door is opened or a display button is pressed.
The display will remain off until a door is opened
or a button is pressed. Once on, the display will
remain on for 20 seconds.

Use the settings listed in the chart below as
a guide. Always remember to wait at least 24
hours between adjustments

CONDITION/REASON RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT

REFRIGERATOR section too
warm.

• Door opened often.

• Large amount of food added.

• Room temperature very warm.

FREEZER section too warm/ice
not made fast enough.

• Door opened often.

• Large amount of food added.

• Very cold (55°F (13°C)) room

temperature. (Compressor
does not cycle often enough.)

• Heavy ice usage.

• Air vents blocked by items.

REFRIGERA
cold.

• Controls not set correctly for

FREEZER section too cold.

• Controls not set correctly for

TOR section too

your conditions.

your conditions.

• Set the REFRIGERATOR control
one degree colder; wait 24 hours
for the new setting to take full
effect before making another
adjustment.

• Set the FREEZER control one
degree colder; wait 24 hours
for the new setting to take full
effect before making another
adjustment.

• Move items out of air stream.

• Set the REFRIGERATOR control

one degree warmer; wait 24
hours for the new setting to take
full effect before making another
adjustment.

• Set the FREEZER control one
degree warmer; wait 24 hours
for the new setting to take full
effect before making another
adjustment.

23HOW TO USE

Automatic Icemaker

Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent
to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce 5
cubes per cycle - approximately 90 cubes in a
24-hour period, depending on freezer compart­ment temperature, room temperature, number
of door openings and other operating conditions.

It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly
installed refrigerator to begin making ice.
Wait 72 hours for full ice production to occur.
Ice making stops when the ice storage
bin fills to the level of the shutoff arm.
When full, the ice bin holds approximately
6 to 8 (12-16 oz, 0.3-0.4 L) glasses of ice.
To turn off the automatic icemaker, set
the power switch to
the automatic icemaker, set the power
switch to
The water pressure must be between 20
and 120 psi (138 to 827 kPa) on models
without a water filter and between 40 and
120 psi (276 to 827 kPa) on models with
a water filter to produce the normal amount

and size of ice cubes.
The ice cube size selector button is used

to compensate for high or low water pres­sure. If you have low water pressure com­ing to your refrigerator, you may need to
select the highest setting. For high water
pressure, select a lower setting.

ON (I)

OFF (O)

.

. To turn on

WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

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 ice making mecha­nism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

Indicator Light

Shutoff Arm

Ice Cube Size
selector button

Power Switch
(ON/OFF)

Normal Sounds You May Hear

The icemaker water valve will buzz as the ice­maker fills with water. If the power switch is in
the ON (I) position, it will buzz even if it has not
yet been hooked up to water. To stop the buzz­ing, move the power switch to

Keeping the icemaker switched on be-

NOTE:

fore the water line is connected can damage the
icemaker.

OFF (O).

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WARNING

Connect to potable water only.

When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off

Set the power switch to

When the water supply will be shut off
for several hours.
When the ice bin is removed for more
than one or two minutes.
When the refrigerator will not be used for
several days.

The ice bin should be emptied when the

NOTE:

power switch is set to

Do not dispense ice continuously

NOTE:

for more than 30 sec.

OFF (O)

OFF (O)

:

.

You will hear the sound of cubes drop­ping into the bin and water running in the
pipes as the icemaker refills.

Preparing for Vacation

Set the power switch to
the water supply to the refrigerator.

NOTE:

the icemaker is

If the ambient temperature will drop below
freezing, have a qualified technician drain the
water supply system to prevent serious prop­erty damage due to flooding caused by ruptured
water lines or connections.

The ice bin should be emptied any time

OFF

OFF (O)

.

and shut off

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Automatic Icemaker (continued)

CAUTION

yThe first ice and water dispensed may

include particles or odor from the water
supply line or the water tank.

yThrow away the first few batches of ice

(about 24 cubes). This is also necessary
if the refrigerator has not been used for a
long time.

yNever store beverage cans or other items in

the ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling.
Doing so may damage the icemaker or the
containers may burst.

yIf discolored ice is dispensed, check the

water filter and water supply. If the prob­lem continues, contact a qualified service
center. Do not use the ice or water until
until the problem is corrected.

yKeep children away from the dispenser.

Children may play with or damage the
controls.

yThe ice passage may become blocked with

frost if only crushed ice is used. Remove
the frost that accumulates by removing
the ice bin and clearing the passage with a
rubber spatula. Dispensing cubed ice can
also help prevent frost buildup.

yNever use thin crystal glass or crockery to

collect ice. Such containers may chip or
break resulting in glass fragments in the ice.

yDispense ice into a glass before filling it

with water or other beverages. Splashing
may occur if ice is dispensed into a glass
that already contains liquid.

yNever use a glass that is exceptionally

narrow or deep. Ice may jam in the ice
passage and refrigerator performance may
be affected.

yKeep the glass at a proper distance from

the ice outlet. A glass held too close to the
outlet may prevent ice from dispensing.

yTo avoid personal injury, keep hands out of

the ice door and passage.

yNever remove the dispenser cover.

Ice Storage Bin

The ice bin stores the ice cubes made by the
icemaker. If you need to remove the ice storage
bin, do so as follows:

NOTE: Use both hands to remove the ice bin to

avoid dropping it.

Lift the ice storage bin slightly

as shown in the figure.

and pull it out

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Ice and Water Dispenser

following functions may not be available.

CAUTION

Keep children away from the dispenser.
Children may play with or damage the
controls.

Using the dispenser

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CAUTION

Throw away the rst few batches of ice
(about 24 cubes). This is also necessary if
the refrigerator has not been used for a long
time.

To dispense cold water or ice, push on the
dispenser switch with a glass.

CAUTION: Do not dispense ice into ne

china or cr ystal glasses. ne China or
crystal can break.

NOTE

If discolored ice is dispensed, check

the water lter and water supply. If the
problem continues, contact a qualied
service center. Do not use the ice or
water until the problem is corrected.

The dispenser will not operate when
either of the refrigerator doors are
open.
If dispensing water or ice into a
container with a small opening, place it
as close to the dispenser as possible.
Some dripping may occur after
dispensing. Hold your cup beneath
the dispenser for a few seconds after
dispensing to catch all of the drops.

Locking the dispenser

Press and hold the Lock button for three
seconds to lock the dispenser and all the control
panel functions. Follow the same instructions
to unlock.

Cleaning the dispenser stand

The dispenser drip tray shape has no self-draining
function. It should be cleaned regularly.

Note: Dispensing water in periods of 30s ON

and 60s OFF. Do not dispense ice for over 30s ON.

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Storing Food

Food Preservation Location

Each compartment inside the refrigerator is designed to store different types of food.

Store your food in the optimal space to enjoy the freshest taste.

Freezer Shelves

Store various frozen
foods such as meat, fish,
ice cream, etc.

Freezer Door Bins

Store small items for
brief periods.

Ice storage bin

If a large amount
of ice is needed,
transfer the ice
in the storage bin
to another container.

Refrigerator shelf

Shelves to meet
your individual storage needs.

Dairy Corner

Store dairy products such
as butter, cheese, etc.

Door Bins

Store small food or
beverages, condiments,
juice, beer, etc.

Vegetable Drawers

Store vegetables and fruits.

CAUTION

y Do not store food with high moisture content towards the top of the refrigerator. The moisture

could come in direct contact with the cold air and freeze.

y Wash food before storing it in the refrigerator. Vegetables and fruit should be washed, and food

packaging should be wiped down to prevent adjacent foods from being contaminated.

y If the refrigerator is kept in a hot and humid place, frequent opening of the door or storing a lot

of vegetables in the refrigerator may cause condensation to form. Wipe off the condensation
with a clean cloth or a paper towel.

y If the refrigerator or freezer door is opened or closed too often, warm air may penetrate the

refrigerator and raise its temperature. This can increase the running costs of the unit.

y 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.

y Do not store glass containers in the freezer. Contents may expand when frozen, break the container

and cause injury.

NOTE

y If you are leaving home for a short period of time, like a short vacation, the refrigerator should

be left on. Refrigerated foods that are able to be frozen will stay preserved longer if stored in
the freezer.

y If you are leaving the refrigerator turned off for an extended period of time, remove all food

and unplug the power cord. Clean the interior, and leave the doors open to prevent fungi from
growing in the refrigerator.

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Food Storage Tips

* The following tips may not be applicable
depending on the model.

Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight
and moisture-proof material unless otherwise
noted. This prevents food odor and taste
transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated
products, check date code to ensure freshness.

Food How To

Butter or
Margarine

Cheese

Milk

Eggs

Fruit

Leafy
Vegetables

Keep opened butter in a covered
dish or closed compartment.
When storing an extra supply, wrap in
freezer packaging and freeze.
Store in the original wrapping
until you are ready to use it.
Once opened, rewrap tightly in
plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Wipe milk cartons. For coldest
milk, place containers on an
interior shelf.
Store in original carton on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.

Do not wash or hull the fruit
until it is ready to be used. Sort
and keep fruit in its original
container, in a crisper, or store in a
completely closed paper bag on a
refrigerator shelf.
Remove store wrapping and trim
or tear off bruised and discolored
areas. Wash in cold water and
drain. Place in plastic bag or
plastic container and store in
vegetable drawer.

Storing Frozen Food

NOTE

Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook
for further information about preparing food
for freezing or food storage times.

Freezing

Your freezer will not quick-freeze a large
quantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen
food into the freezer than will freeze within
24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs. (0.9-1.3 kg)
of food per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave
enough space in the freezer for air to circulate
around packages. Be careful to leave enough
room at the front so the door can close tightly.

Storage times will vary according to the quality
and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap
used (how airtight and moisture-proof) and
the storage temperature. Ice crystals inside a
sealed package are normal. This simply means
that moisture in the food and air inside the
package have condensed, creating ice crystals.

NOTE

Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature
for 30 minutes, then package and freeze.
Cooling hot foods before freezing saves
energy.

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Vegetables
with skins
(carrots,
peppers)

Fish

Leftovers

Ice Cream

Place in plastic bags or plastic
container and store in vegetable
drawer.

Store fresh fish and shellfish in the
freezer section if they are not being
consumed the same day of purchase.
It is recommended to consume fresh
fish and shellfish the same day
purchased.
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap
or aluminum foil, or store in plastic
containers with tight lids.
When storing frozen food like ice
cream for a long period, place it on
the freezer shelf, not in the door bins.

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Storing Frozen Food (continued)

Packaging

Successful freezing depends on correct
packaging. When you close and seal the
package, it must not allow air or moisture in or
out. If it does, you could have food odor and
taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and
could also dry out frozen food.

Packaging recommendations:

Follow package or container instructions for
proper freezing methods.

Do not use

y Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
y Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
y Heavy-duty aluminum foil
y Plastic-coated paper
y Non-permeable plastic wraps
y Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic

bags

Humidity Controlled Crisper

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

The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity
inside the drawer.

You can control the amount of humidity in
the moisture-sealed crispers by adjusting the

control to any setting between Vegetables and Fruits.

yVegetables keeps moist air in the crisper

for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

yFruits

lets moist air out of the crisper
for best storage of fruit or vegetables
with skins.

Vegetables

Fruits

y Bread wrappers
y Non-polyethylene plastic containers
y Containers without tight lids
y Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
y Thin, semi-permeable wrap

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Detaching and Assembling the
Storage Bins

Crisper and Crisper Cover

To remove the crisper compartment, pull out

the drawer to full extension
up

, and pull straight out.

1

2

3

To install, slightly tilt up the front, insert the
drawer into the frame and push it back into
place.

, lift the front

Water Tank

Tank

CAUTION: You will see the water tank
while removing the Fresh Zone drawer. Do not
remove the water tank or water leakage may
occur. The water tank is not a removable part.

Door Bins

The door bins are removable for easy cleaning
and adjustment.

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To Remove the Crisper Cover

Slide the crisper compartment out slightly ,
lift the front of the cover

.

out

1

1

3

3

, and pull it straight

CAUTION

y Use both hands to assemble and

disassemble the crispers. The
compartments are heavy when filled with
food and may cause injury if dropped.

y Open the refrigerator door fully when

disassembling or reassembling the
crisper.

1 To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and

pull straight out.

2 To replace the bin, slide it in above the

desired support and push down one side at

a time until it snaps into place.

NOTE

Some bins may vary in appearance and will
only fit in one location.

CAUTION

y Do not apply excessive force while

detaching or assembling the storage
bins.

y Do not use the dishwasher to clean the

storage bins and shelves.

y Regularly detach and wash the storage

bins and shelves; they can become
easily contaminated by the food.

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Dairy Corner

1 To remove the Dairy Corner, simply lift the

2 To replace the Dairy Corner, slide it in above

NOTE: If you close the refrigerator door with
the Dairy Corner open, the refrigerator door
may not close properly. Make sure to close the
Dairy Corner completely after use.

Snack Pan

bin up and pull straight out.

the desired support and push down until it
snaps into place.

Detaching the Shelf

Remove all items from the shelf. Lift the shelf
from both front and rear and pull it toward you.

1

2

CAUTION: Do not apply too much force

when pulling out the shelf. If the shelf hits the
door, it may result in damage or personal injury.

Door

Tilt the shelf and pull it forward to remove it.

Assembling the Shelf

To remove the snack pan cover, slightly pull out

the snack pan
pan cover and pull out

. Lift the front part of the snack

.

3

4

Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf
into the slots at a desired height. Slide the shelf
in then lower the front of the shelf.

CAUTION

Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to

sudden temperature changes or impact.

Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them.

All models have 2 diferents sizes of freezer shelves. IMPORTANT: Shelf suggested position must

be respected according to the image shown above. (go to the page 8)