LG LTCS20120S User Manual

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ESPAÑOL

FRANÇAIS

OWNER’S MANUAL

TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

Please read this manual carefully before operating your appliance and retain it for future reference.

Model Name*=color number

LTCS20220* LTCS24223* L

TNS20220* LTCS20120* GT66BP* GT58BP* GT57BP*K

AFN75754512

P/No. MFL67527912-3

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Parts and Features 4

How to remove and Install the

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How to reverse and Install the

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Adjusting the Controls 12 Adjusting Control Settings 13 Food Storage Guide Refrigerator Shelves Pantry Drawer

Ice Tray

Humidity Controlled Crispers 51

Door Bins 51

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Refrigerator Care and Cleaning 16-17

Refrigerator Cleaning 16 Outside 16 Inside 16 Door Lining & Gaskets 16 Plastic Parts (Covers and Panel)

Back Cover 16

Replacing Refrigerator Lights

Power Interruptions 61

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When Going on Vacation 16 When Moving

About the Automatic Ice Maker 1 7

Connecting the Water Line 18-20

Troubleshooting Guide 20-24

Smart Diagnosis Door Alarm

Warranty

Spanish Version

French Version

26-28

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

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

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

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

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

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

ţNEVER disconnect the refrigerator by pulling the

power cord, always grip the plug ﬁrmly and disconnect it directly from the outlet.

ţImmediately repair or replace all faulty or damaged

service cables. Do not use cords that have cracks or abrasion damage on the length of the cord or on the plug.

ţWhen moving your refrigerator, take care not to roll

over the electrical cord.

ţDO NOT store or use gasoline or other combustible

liquids or vapors in proximity with this or any other electrical appliance.

ţDO NOT permit children to climb, stand or swing from

the doors or shelves of the refrigerator. This serious injury to them and damage to the product.

ţKeep your ﬁngers away from areas in which they

can become caught, such as the doors, hinges and cabinets. Be careful closing the doors when children are near.

ţUnplug the refrigerator before cleaning or repairing.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any repair services be performed by a qualiﬁed professional.

ţBefore replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the

refrigerator or shut down the circuit breaker to avoid contact with a live wire (the bulb could break while being replaced). NOTE: Setting the control to the OFF position does not disconnect the power from the light bulb circuit.

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

could explode after freezing and cause damage.

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

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

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

WARNING

operly

can cause

ţFor your safety, this product should be pr

ounded. Have a qualiﬁed professional check the electrical circuit and outlet to ensure a proper ground connection.

ţRead all instructions before utilizing the product. Utilize

this product only as explicitly expressed in this guide.

ţOnce the refrigerator is operating, avoid touching cold

surfaces of the freezer with damp or wet hands; the skin could become adhered to these surfaces.

ţIn refrigerators with an automatic ice dispenser, avoid

contact with moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating mechanism that discharges the cubes. DO NOT place your ﬁngers or hands in the ice dispenser mechanism while the refrigerator is connected.

ţDO NOT refreeze foods which have already thawed.

The Department of Agriculture of the United States, in your Bulletin of Home and Gardens No. 69 establishes that:

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

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

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

ţDo not store any living animal inside your refrigerator.

WARNING. This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects

or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling. (USA only)

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

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

DANGER:

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

CHILDREN MAY BECOME TRAPPED

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

Remove the doors and magnetic gaskets. Leave the shelves in place so that children

cannot easily become stuck in them.

CFC DISPOSAL

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

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

f you decide to throw out

WARNING:

If you no longer require the use of this unit, contact the local authorities to dispose of this product in a safe way because it uses Cycle-Pentane or Pentane as foaming and ﬂammable gases for insulation. Gases insulation material require special removal process. This product contains ﬂammable insulation and refrigerant gases.

REQUIREMENTS FOR GROUND CONNECTION

IMPORTANT: Attentively read the following.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must

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

3 prong grounding type wall receptacle

It is recommended use a separate circuit for this product as well as receptacle which can not be disconnected with a switch. Do not use extension cords or adapters ungrounded.

It is your responsibilit prong outlets with that of an adequately grounded threeprong outlet.

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

NOTE: Before installation, cleaning or replacing light

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

y and obligation to replace tw

3 prong grounding Ensure proper plug ground exists before use

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

Your refrigerator must always be plugged to its own outlet which is adequately grounded. The energy current should only be 115 V ~ 60 Hz, AC or 127 V ~ 60 Hz, AC (according to the National rating). and fused at 15 or 20 A. This provides the best performance and prevents an overload which could cause a ﬁre from the overheating of the cables. It is recommended that a separate circuit be used for this appliance, as well as a receptacle that cannot be disconnected with a switch.

Do not use an extension cable.

USE OF EXTENSION CABLES

We do not recommend the use of extension cables.

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

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

WARNING

REPLACING ELECTRICAL CABLE

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

Do not extend or modify the power cord length, damage the power cord may cause electric shock or damage the unit.

PARTS AND FEATURES

Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. Page references are included for your convenience.

NOTE: This guide covers several models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.

Custom Cube Icemaker *

Ice Bin *

Ice Tray *

Freezer Shelf

Freezer Temperature Control

Refrigerator Temperature Control

Shelves

Refrigerator Light (LED)

Panty Drawer

Crispers

F-Deco Duct

Smart Diagnosis * Door Alarm *

Freezer Light (LED)

Freezer Door Bins

Dairy Bin

Refrigerator Door Bins

* On some models

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

2” (5.08 cm)

2” (5.08 cm) 2” (5.08 cm)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

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

UNPACKING

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

NOTE: Remove protective ﬁlm on doors before plugging in the unit (on some models).

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

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

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

Moving Your Refrigerator:

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

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INSTALLATION

Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct

sunlight, or humidity. To avoid vibration, the unit should be leveled and

placed on even ﬂoor. If needed, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for an unleveled ﬂoor. The front should be slightly taller than the rear to ensure that the doors close properly. The leveling screws can easily be turned by slightly tilting the front of the refrigerator, turning the leveling screws clockwise ( ) to raise it and counter-clockwise ( ) t Install the refrigerator in an area between 55 °F (13 °C)

and 110 °F (43 °C). If the surrounding temperature is lower or higher than previously mentioned, it can adversely affect the unit.

o lower it.

CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat

sources, direct sunlight or humidity.

ONCE INSTALLED

1. Carefully clean your refrigerator and remove and dust

accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as the ice bin, door racks,

shelves, etc., in their proper places. These are already packed to prevent any possible damage during shipping.

3. Leave your refrigerator on for 2 to 3 hours before

storing food inside. Verify that there is a ﬂow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refriger

WARNING:

ţTake care when working with the hinges, base cover

and stops, etc. You may injure yourself.

ţDO not place your hands or any tools in the air vents,

the base cover or in the bottom of the refrigerator. This may cause injury or electrical shock.

ator is now re

ady for use.

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

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

CAUTION:

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, ofﬁces and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments, bed and breakfast type environments, catering and similar non-retail applications.

Keep a Proper Distance from Adjacent Objects

Please keep the refrigerator at an adequate distance from other objects. Insufﬁcient spacing can reduce the refrigerator’s freezing efﬁciency and increase electricity consumption.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Hinge Pin

Middle Hinge Bracket

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS

(For additional support on this topic, including helpful videos, please visit us at: www.lg.com

If entrance is lees than 35 inches wide, the refrigerator’s door will need to be removed. IMPORTANT: Before starting, turn off and unplug the refrigerator. Remove all food and the racks from the doors.

1/4 in 3/8 in

10 mm

Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver No. 2 Flat Head Screwdriver Adjustable Wrench

TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE

WARNING

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

turn off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Remove food and any door rack from the refrigerator. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.

1. Removing Freezer Door

ţGently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a ﬂat head

screwdriver and remove it. See Fig. 1.

Fig. 1

Fig. 3

2. Removing Refrigerator Door

ţ Loose and remove the two bolts and the screw to

remove the middle hinge bracket from refrigerator housing (Figure 4). Set parts aside (Figure 5).

ţUsing 10 mm or 3/8 inch socket wrench, remove

the three bolts and lift the Top Hinge (See Fig. 2). Set parts aside.

ţLift freezer door slightly and remove it (See Fig. 3) Set

parts aside.

Fig. 4

Middle Hinge Bracket

Fig. 2

Fig. 5

ţLift up door slightly and remove it (See Figure 6).

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Fig. 6

To replace doors, begin with refrigerator door and then follow with freezer door.

3. Replacing Refrigerator Door

Set door on Bottom Hinge Pin (See Figure 7). Place hinge pin of middle bracket inside the hinge pin insert on the top of the door (See Figure 8). Hold the door in place and line up the hinge with the holes in the refrigerator housing.

Fig. 7

Fig. 9

4. Replacing Freezer Door

Set the freezer door onto the Middle Hinge pin (Figure

10).

Place upper hinge in the top of the freezer door and

line up the hinge with the holes in top of refrigerator. Use the three bolts to fasten the hinge (See Figure 11).

Fig. 10

Bottom Hinge Pin

Fig. 8

Use the two bolts and the screw to refasten the middle

hinge with the refrigerator housing. See Figure 9.

Fig. 11

Carefully, force the top hinge cover back into place over

hinge (See Figure 12).

Fig. 12

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Hinge Pin

Middle Hinge Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert

Cover (on top of refrigerator)

HOW TO REVERSE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (on some models)

You may ﬁnd it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left opening type (factory installed) to the right

opening type. Directions refer to the right side as the side on your right as you face the unit.

1/4 in 3/8 in 10 mm Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver No. 2 Flat Head Screwdriver

TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE

WARNING

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

turn off the power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Remove food and any door rack from the refrigerator. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.

1. Removing Freezer Door

Gently pry off the top hinge cover with a ﬂat head screwdriver and remove.

Using 10mm or 3/8 inch socket wrench, remove the three bolts and lift off the top hinge. Set parts aside

Move the Hinge Pin Insert Bracket to the other side of the door, keeping the same orientation, and move the Hinge Pin Insert into the hole on the left side of the bracket.

Reverse the Door Closer/Stop by ﬂipping it over. Place it on top of the Hinge Pin Insert Bracket, and tighten both down with the screw.

Slightly lift up the refrigerator door and remove it.

Turn the freezer door upside down on a non-scratch surface. Loosen the screw to remove the Door Closer/Stop and Hinge Pin Insert.

Pry off the cover on the top left side of the refrigerator to uncover the screw holes. Set the freezer door and top hinge parts to the side and remove the refrigerator door.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATIONREFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

2. Reversing and Reinst

Using a ¼” socket wr Pin fr

om the Middle Hinge Bracket. Remove washer

undernea NOTE: At this point the door door and remove it.

th the middle hinge and set aside.

alling Refrigerator Door

ench, loosen and remove Hinge

will be loose. Slightly lift the

Using a 3/8’’ socket wrench with a 2-Inch extension and screwdriver, loosen the two bolts and one screw, and remove the Bottom Hinge from right side of the housing.

Remove the Decorative Caps on the bottom of the refrigerator housing. You will need these holes for the Bottom Hinge.

Loosen and remove the tw head screwdriver to remov from the refrigerat

Remove the washer fr Using a ¼” socket wr Hinge Pin from the Bott Hinge Pin to the opposit NOTE:

This is easier to do

attached.

or housing. Set parts aside.

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ench, loosen and remove the

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e side of the hinge.

o bolts and use the Phillips

e the Middle Hinge Bracket

while the hinge is still

Move the Bottom Hinge to the left side of the housing, keeping the same orientation, and reattach with the two bolts and one screw. The ﬂat screw must be placed on the exterior side of the hinge. Move the Decorative Bolt to the hole on the lower right side of the housing.

Leveler

Turn the refrigerator door upside down on a nonsc

ratching surf

to remove the Bottom Hinge Pin Insert Bracket with the Hingr Pin Insert.

WARNING:

the leveler to the opposite side.

NOTE:

The leveler is only present on some models.

ace. Loosen the two screws

If you reinstall or replace doors, move

Hinge Pin Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert

Hinge Pin Bracket

Hinge Pin Insert

Middle Hinge Bracket

Flange

Decorative Screw

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Take out the Hinge Pin Insert and move the Bracket to the other side of the door, keeping the same orientation. Place the Hinge Pin Insert into the left side of the bracket.

Tighten the Hinge Pin Bracket to the door.

Flip the Middle Hinge Bracket, (ﬂange will now be on top) position it on left side of the refrigerator and reattach with two bolts and a Phillips screwdriver. Place the refrigerator door down over the pin on the bottom hinge. Place the washer between the refrigerator door and middle hinge and re-attach Hinge Pin to Hinge Bracket with a ¼” socket wrench. NOTE: Bracket has been ﬂipped, but Hinge Pin stays in the same orientation with its hexagonal end facing upward.

Insert the Decorative Screw into the outer hole on the right side of the housing. Attach cover on the right side. Cover is force-ﬁtted.

With a ﬂat-head screwdriver, carefully pry off and remove the cover over the screw holes on the left side of refrigerator housing.

Remove the outer lower Decorative Screw from the housing at the area between the freezer and refrigerator doors. (You will need this hole for the Middle Hinge Bracket.)

REATTACHING THE DOORS

Place the freezer door down over the Hinge Pin on the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket.

Place the Upper Hinge Pin on top of the freezer door and line up the Upper Hinge with holes on top of the refrigerator. Use the three bolts to replace the Hinge.

Cover (on top of refrigerator)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Tighten the bolts. Force-ﬁt Top Hinge Cover over Top Hinge.

Replace cover on the top left side of the refrigerator to the right top to cover the holes. Cover is also force-ﬁtted.

After changing doors, make sure that the corners of the Door Gaskets are not folded over. To ensure a good seal, apply a small amount of silicon grease on the corners of gaskets.

Corners

CLOSING AND ALIGNING THE DOORS

To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled. If necessary, adjust the Leveling Legs to compensate for unevenness of the ﬂoor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing.

Your refrigerator has three front leveling screws, one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unstable or if you would like the doors to close more easily, simply adjust the inclination of the refrigerator by following the instructions below:

NOTE: Third leveling screw is used for protection of hinge lower.

1. Plug the refrigerator into a 3 prong grounded outlet.

Move the refrigerator into its ﬁnal position. Use a 11/16” (18 mm) wrench or an adjustable wrench

to adjust the leveling screws (see Figure A), turning clockwise to raise the side of the refrigerator and

counter-clockwise to lower it. It may take several turns

to adjust it to the inclination you would like.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling legs. This will make it easier to adjust the level.

3. Open both doors again and check to make sure that

they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both Leveling Screws clockwise. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both Leveling Screws the

same times.

Figure A

Door Alignment

If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors:

1. Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a ﬂat head

screwdriver and remove.

2. Loosen the Top Hinge Bolts using a 10 mm or 13/32

inch socket wrench or open-end wrench.

3. Have someone hold the freezer door so the space

between the two doors is even, and retighten the top hinge bolts.

4. Replace the Top Hinge Cover.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATORUSING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION

In order to obtain stable temperature, the air must ﬂow between the freezer and refrigerator sections. As shown in the illustration below, the cold air enters through the bottom part and circulates upward. This air returns below the freezer ﬂoor and the rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.

ADJUSTING THE CONTROLS

ţYour refrigerator has two controls that allow you to

regulate the temperature the freezer and refrigerator compartments.

ţRefrigerator Control

Initially set the Refrigerator Control on the middle setting (number 3). To do so, press the TEMPERATURE ADJUST button until it reaches the middle position (the third LED turns ON). Leave the refrigerator on this setting for 24 hours to reach the correct temperature. After 24 hours, adjust the compartment temperature as you desire. ALWAYS wait 24 hours before you adjust the temperature. If you want to set the refrigerator compartment temperature to a warmer temperature than the current, continue pressing the TEMPERATURE ADJUST button until it reaches the desired temperature.

ţDemo Mode (For Store Use Only)

Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store. When activated, OFF will display on the control panel.

Do not block any of these vents with packages of food. This can interrupt the ﬂow of air and cause temperature and moisture problems.

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 drying out of food, make sure you wrap or cover foods tightly (See the “Food Storage Guide” section for details).

NOTE:

If you close the fresh food

compartment door applying more force than necessary, freezer door may get open and close again, due internal air ﬂow of refrigerator.

To deactivate:

Press the TEMPERATURE ADJUST button until your desired temperature setting is reached. The OFF light will turn off once the Demo Mode is deactivated.

ţFreezer Control

The freezer control should come from factory on the middle setting (number 3). Wait 24 hours before adjusting the freezer compartment temperature. Roll the knob to set the freezer temperature as you desire. ALWAYS wait 24 hours after any adjustment to reach the desired temperature.

NOTE: Setting at higher number of the freezer compartment, the temperature of freezer compartment becomes colder.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before adding food to the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is cold to your liking and ice cream is ﬁrm.

The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance. The higher the number 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.

If you need to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator or freezer, begin by adjusting the refrigerator ﬁrst. Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control as well.

Use the settings listed in the table below as a guide.

CONDITION/REASON: RECOMMENDED

REFRIGERATOR section is too warm

Opening the door often Adding a large amount of food Room temperature is very warm

FREEZER section is too warm/ ice is made too slowly

Opening the door often Adding a large amount of food Room temperature is very low (not cycling often enough) Using ice frequently Air vents blocked by objects

REFRIGERATOR section is too cold

Controls not set correctly for your conditions

FREEZER section is too cold

Controls not set correctly for your conditions

ADJUSTMENT: Adjust the

REFRIGERATOR setting to the next highest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

Adjust the FREEZER setting to the next highest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

Remove any objects blocking air ﬂow.

Adjust the REFRIGERATOR setting to the next lowest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

Adjust the FREEZER setting to the next lowest number and wait 24 hours, then check.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

ITEMS HOW TO STORE Storing Fresh Food Wrap or store food in the

Butter or margarine

Cheese Store in original packaging until

Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers)

Fruit Wash and let dry; store in plastic

Leafy Vegetables Remove original packaging and

Fish Consume ﬁsh or seafood the

Chef Fresh Store any meat in original airtight,

Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic

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.

Store opened butter in a covered dish or in a closed compartment. When storing a larger quantity, wrap in freezer packing and freeze.

you are ready to use it. Once opened, tightly rewrap with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Place in bags or plastic containers inside the crisper.

bags in the refrigerator. Do not wash or pit berries until you are ready to eat them. Berries should be selected and kept in their original packaging (if there is any) or in a paper bag closed halfway and set on a shelf.

trim any dirty or discolored parts. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in a plastic bag or plastic container and store in the crisper.

same day purchased.

moisture-proof packaging. Rewrap if necessary.

wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with airtight lids can also be used.

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Packaging Recommendations:

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Freezing

IMPORTANT:

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REFRIGERATOR SHELVES

The glass shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs.

Adjusting the shelves to ﬁt different heights of items will make ﬁnding the exact item you want easier. Doing so will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open which will save energy.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact.

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

Adjusting Shelves

Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want.

To remove a shelf—Tilt up the back of the shelf in the direction of 1 and lift it in the direction of 2 . Pull the shelf out.

To reinstall a shelf—

Slide the shelf into

the guides until it

stops.

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WARNING

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SUFFOCATING DANGER

2). When it e rates

PANTRY DRAWER (on some models) To remove the Pantry Drawer:

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Grasp the drawer handle and pull it forward to the drawer stop. Lift up and pull out.

To replace the Pantry Drawer:

Slide the drawer back all the way past the drawer stop.

Ice Tray (On some models)

indicated in the picture. Do not overﬁll with water or ice cubes will be difﬁcult to remove

freezer dial to 3.

Twist the ice tray to remove the ice cubes

so may result in damage to the tray.

pour water on the back of the tray or soak it in water before removing ice cubes.

HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPERS

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 moisturesealed crispers by adjusting the control to any setting between VEGETABLES and FRUIT.

VEGETABLES keeps moist air in the crisper for bes

storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

FRUIT lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage

of fruit.

To remove and install the crisper drawers:

1. Pull the crisper drawer out to the drawer stop.

2. Lift the front of the crisper up, then pull it straight out.

3. To install, slightly tilt up

the front, insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place, past the drawer stop.

To remove the crisper glass:

1. Remove the

crisper drawers (as described above).

2. Reach in under the glass and lift up.

3. Gently push the glass up and out.

To remove the crisper cover:

1. Remove both

crisper drawers.

2. Remove the crisper glass.

3. While holding the support and crisper cover, pull upand out.

DOOR BINS

The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjustment.

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 supportand push down until it snaps into place.

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

DAIRY BIN

1. To remove the Dairy Bin, simply lift up and pull out.

2. To replace the Dairy Bin, slide it in above the desired support slots and push down until it stops.

Dairy Bin

REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

Do not use ﬂammable cleaners. Not following these instructions can cause death, explosion or ﬁre.

The refrigerator, as well as the freezer, do their own de-freezing. This process does not prevent the build up of contaminants, therefore it is suggested that you clean both parts once a month; clean spilled liquids immediately.

REFRIGERATOR CLEANING

ţUnplug your refrigerator. ţPull out all of the removable parts (such as the

vegetable and dairy doors).

ţUse a clean sponge (or a soft rag) and use it with

lukewarm water mixed with detergent. Do not use abrasive or concentrated cleaners.

ţHand wash it, and dry it thoroughly. ţPlug the refrigerator back in.

OUTSIDE

Wax the outside in order to create better protection. Make sure you use a product speciﬁcally design to be used for electro-domestic products (car wax is acceptable). Use a clean, soft rag, and perform this task twice a year. For metal-made refrigerators, do not wax, simply clean it with water and detergent. Do not use concentrated or abrasive products.

In case of STS, apply cleaner in same direction that hair line of STS.

NOTE: Avoid the usage of chemical products that contain phosphates or bleach.

INSIDE (Allow freezer to slightly warm up a small degree to prevent cloth from sticking)

In order to eliminate bad odors, clean the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking powder and lukewarm water (one teaspoon of baking powder per cup of water). Ensure that the powder dissolves thoroughly, in order to prevent any sort of damage.

DOOR LINING AND GASKETS

Use only a mild detergent (such as dish soap).

PLASTIC PARTS (Covers and Panels)

Do not use abrasive, paper or rough products. These could damage the product.

BACK COVER

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

NOTE: Back Cover should only be removed by a qualiﬁed technician.

In order to get an efﬁcient performance of your refrigerator, clean the back cover of it at least twice a year.

BACK

COVER

REPLACING REFRIGERATOR LIGHTS

The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights are LED interior lighting, and service should be performed by a qualiﬁed technician.

WARNING

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

POWER INTERRUPTIONS

1. In case of a black out, call your electric company and

ask how long it will last.

2. In case of a 24 hour or less black out, do not open the

refrigerator; this will keep the food fresh.

3. In case of a longer black out, do one of the following

options:

ţ Pull out all of the frozen food and keep them in an ice

chest.

ţ Put 2 lbs (907 g) of frozen ice (make sure you use

gloves) for each square foot (28 L) inside the freezer. This task will preserve the food from 2 to 4 days.

ţ In case you do not possess neither ice chest or dry ice,

consume your food as soon as possible.

REMEMBER: In a power failure, a full freezer stays cold longer than a partially ﬁlled one. A freezer full of stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be safely refrozen, although the quality and ﬂavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor or if you feel it unsafe, dispose of it.

WHEN GOING ON VACATION

If you decide to leave your refrigerator on when going away, consider these steps:

1. Consume all of the perishable items and freeze the

rest.

2. Empty the ice bin.

If you decide to leave your refrigerator off:

1. Remove all of the food.

2. Unplug your refrigerator.

3. Clean and dry it well.

4. Make sure the doors stay open (use blocks or tape) in

der to prevent bad odors and fungi from happening.

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

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WHEN MOVING

If you decide to take your refrigerator with you when moving, consider the following:

1. Remove all of the food from it, and place the frozen

food in an ice chest with dry ice.

2. Unplug your refrigerator.

3. Empty the water from its tray.

4. Clean and dry it with a rag.

5. Pull out all of the removable parts, and wrap them with

adhe

sive tape.

6. Depending on the model of the refrigerator, lift the top

part of the refrigerator so it can roll with ease, or screw the levelers so it won´t scratch the ﬂoor. Consult to the section “Closing and Aligning Doors”.

ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER

7. Keep the doors closed with the cable glued to the

refrigerator cabinet with an adhesive tape.

When your refrigerator arrives to your home, put everything back into place and read the “Refrigerator Installation” in order to obtain installation preparation. In case your refrigerator has a factory ice maker, remember you have to reconnect the water supply.

section

NOTE: The automatic Ice maker is only included in some models. Check your speciﬁcations of your refrigerator.

WARNING

PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD

Avoid contact with any moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heater that releases the ice cubes. DO NOT place your ﬁngers in the automatic ice maker when the refrigerator is plugged in.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

After turning on your refrigerator, the ice will start to be made between 12 and 24 hours.

Identify your ice maker type. Type 1

Icemaker

The ice maker produces 8 cubes per cycle (between 64 and 128 cubes in a 24 hour period), depending on the temperature of the freezer, the times in which the door opens, and other using conditions (amount of food in the freezer, etc).

If the refrigerator is used before the connection of water to the ice maker was performed, you must turn its dial to O (off).

When the water connections are performed, turn its dial to I (on).

The ice maker will ﬁll up (and start making ice) between 12 and 24 hours after the refrigerator is turned on.

Throw away the ﬁrst batch of ice. Make sure that nothing interferes with the sensor.

When the ice reaches the sensor, the ice maker will stop to make ice immedia

tely.

Power Switch

Ice detecting sensor

It’s normal that some ice gets stuck. If the ice is not used frequently, the older cubes of ice will be opaque in color, smaller, and with a strange ﬂavor.

NOTE: Never store beverage cans or other items in the

ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling. Doing so may damage the ice maker or the container may burst.

YOU MUST TURN THE SWITCH TO O (OFF)

When the water supply is interrupted for many hours. When the ice container is left out of its place for more than one or two minutes. When the refrigerator will not be in use for various days.

NORMAL SOUNDS

The valve will emit a buzzing sound when the ice maker is full of water. If the switch is placed in the on position the buzz will still be heard even when the water pipe has not been connected. To avoid this sound, move switch to O (off) position.

NOTE: The ice maker can get damaged if the switch is kept in the ON position before the water pipe has been connected.

the ice maker is ﬁlling up with water and

While producing ice, you will hear the sound of the ice falling and water ﬂowing through the pipes.

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

PREPARING FOR VACATIONS

Move the ice maker switch to the O (off) position and cut the ﬂow of water going into the refrigerator.

If room temperature is at freezing point, have a specialized technician drain the ﬂow of water from the inner pipes (certain models) to avoid broken pipe related damage.

NOTE: To avoid water spilling, the unit should be leveled and placed on even ﬂoor. Do not remove the ice bin from the ice maker for a long period, doing so may cause ice spilling.

CONNECTING THE WATER LINECONNECTING THE WATER LINE

NOTE: It is necessary to have a water source when both

water and/or ice dispensers are available in your product.

BEFORE START

The water source is not guaranteed by the refrigerator manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully in order to reduce damage.

Air located inside the water pipes can cause hammering or tapping causing damage to the inner pipes or water spillage in the inside of the refrigerator. Call a qualiﬁed plumber to ﬁx such hammering on the connections before installing the water pipe.

To avoid burn damage or such, never connect refrigerator to hot water pipes.

If you are to use the refrigerator before connecting it to the water source, make sure the ice maker is the off position.

Never attempt to install the ice maker pipes in areas where room temperature is below freezing point.

When using any electrical device (like a drill) during the installation, make sure device is doubly isolated or making ground to prevent risk of electrical surge or discharge.

All installations should be done considering local water and drainage requirements.

If an inverted osmosis water ﬁltration system is connected to the cold water source, the water hose installation is not assured or guaranteed by the refrigerator or automated ice maker manufacturer. Follow the next instructions carefully to minimize costly water related damages. When having an inverted osmosis water ﬁltration system connected to the cold-water ﬂow, the water pressure for such system must be at least between 40-60 PSI or 0,27 MPa (2,8 kg · f / cm ² ~ 4,2 kg · f / cm ², (2,8 kg · f / cm ² ~ 4,2 kg · f / cm ², less than 2 ~ 3 seconds to ﬁll a 7 oz of capacity cup [0,2 liters]). If the inverted osmosis water ﬁltration system pressure is less than 21 PSI or 0,14 MPa (1,5 kg · f / cm ², more than four (4) seconds to ﬁll a 7 oz of capacity cup [0,2

liters]): a) Identify if the sediments ﬁlter in the inverted osmosis system is being blocked. Replace ﬁlter if necessary. b) Allow inverted osmosis system storage tank to reﬁll after extensive usage. c) Call a qualiﬁed plumber if the inverted osmosis water pressure problem continues.

REQUIREMENTS

1/4” (6,35 mm) in diameter copper pipe

to connect refrigerator to the water

pipe. Make sure both terminals are

cut in a squared manner.

To determine how much pipe material is needed, measures the distances between the valves located

behind the refrigerator and the source of water and add to that 8 feet (2,4 m). Make sure there is sufﬁcient pipe material to allow the free movement of the refrigerator from the wall

A cold water source. Water pressure should be between 0,138 and 0,82 MPa or 20 and 120 PSI for models not containing water ﬁlter and between 0,276 and 0,82 MPa or 40 and 120 PSI for models containing water ﬁlter.

A drill.

Adjustable 1/2”(12,7 mm) key.

Flat and Phillips style (star) screwdriver.

Two 1/4” (6,35 mm) diameter compression nuts with two

sides to connect the copper pipe to the refrigerator valve.

If your current copper pipe has some reduction on the ends, it will be necessary to get and adaptor (found in hardware stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator. It is also possible to cut such reductions with a pipe cutter and use the compression connections mentioned above.

Bypass valve to connect to the cold water line. The valve must have a water opening with an interior 5/32” (3,46 mm) diameter in the coldwater connection point. These valves can be located in any cold-water connection package. Before buying make sure such valve meets local standards and requirements.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Install the valve to the pipe that you use to drink water.

CAUTION: Connect to potable water supply only.

1. CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SOURCE

Open the nearest water faucet to let water ﬂow and empty pipes.

2. SELECT THE LOCATION OF THE VALVE

Select the location of the valve that

will provide a better access. It is best

to connect to a vertical pipeline. When connecting to a horizontal pipeline is necessary, make the connection in the lateral or upper area instead of the lower area to prevent accumulation of sediment.

CONNECTING THE WATER LINE

3. DRILL A HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a 1/4” (6,35 mm) diameter hole in the water pipeline. Remove jagged edges produces after perforation. Make sure water does not reach the drill. Not performing the 1/4” (6,35 mm) perforation can lead to a low or smaller ice production.

4. TIGHTEN THE VALVE

Tight the valve into the cold water pipeline with a tube trap.

Pipe Clamp

Saddle Type Vertical Cold Shutoff Valve Water Pipe

NOTE: Codes for 248 CMR pipelines of the state of Massachusetts must be attached to the connection. Valves of this type are banned in Massachusetts. Call an authorized plumber by the norms and regulations of your country.

5. TIGHTEN THE TRAP

Tighten the trap until the sealing ring begins to grow. NOTE: Make sure it is not too tight, this can break the pipe.

Pipe Clamp Inlet End

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addle Type

Shutoff Valve Compression Nut

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve Ferule (sleeve)

8. DRAIN THE PIPE

Open the main water source (1) and drain the pipe until water comes out clear.

Allow water ﬂow from the bypass valve (2) and close after draining 1/4 of a gallon (1L) of water.

Clamp Screw

6. PLACE THE PIPELINE

Place the pipeline between the cold water pipe and the refrigerator. Place it through a hole in the wall or ﬂoor (behind the refrigerator or next to the cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.

NOTE: Make sure there is a sufﬁcient amount of extra pipeline (8 feet [244 mm] coiled up three times with a 10” [25 cm] in diameter) to allow free movement of the refrigerator from the wall after installation was made.

7. CONNECT PIPELINE TO VALVE

Place the compression nut and the copper pipe ferule at the end of the pipe and connect to the valve. Make sure the pipe is completely inserted into the valve. Tighten nut carefully.

9. CONNECT PIPE TO REFRIGERATOR

NOTES:

Before making connection to refrigerator, make sure it is not connected to any energy source. If your refrigerator does not have a water ﬁlter, it is advised to install one. If your water source contains sand or related particles that can travel to the valve, install a water ﬁlter near the refrigerator.

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UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one did not make. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the ﬂoor, walls and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds you may hear and what may be causing them..

Clicking:

The defrost control will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also click when cycling on and off.

Rattling:

Rattling noises may come from the ﬂow of refrigerant, the water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.

Whooshing:

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Popping:

Contraction and expansion of the inside walls.

Sizzling:

Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle.

Vibrating Noise:

If the side or back of the refrigerator is touching a cabinet or wall, some of the normal vibrations may make an audible sound. To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides and back cannot vibrate against any wall or cabinet.

Dripping:

Water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.

Pulsating or High-Pitched Sound:

Your refrigerator is designed to run more efﬁciently to keep your food items at the desired temperature. The high efﬁciency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, but is still more energy efﬁcient than previous models. While the refrigerator is running, it is normal to hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.

the refrigerator when the doors are open.

Gurgling:

As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound caused by the refrigerant ﬂowing through the cooling system.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDETROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Possible Causes Solutions

Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage (see Electrical & Grounding

Requirements).

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem persists, contact an electrician.

Refer to the Setting the Controls section.

Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

The refrigerator is in DEMO mode. The Demo Mode disables the cooling system and only the lamps and display will work normally. To disable Demo Mode, press the Temperature

Adjust button until you set the desire temperature level. When demo mode is deactivated, the OFF light will turn off.

with proper voltage (refer to Electrical & Grounding Requirements).

refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

NOTE: The refrigerator and freezer compartment lamps are LED interior lighting, and service should only be performed by a qualiﬁed technician.

Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting. See the Installation section for leveling instructions.

Modern refrigerators require more operating time but use less energy due to more efﬁcient technology.

The compressor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures (70°F) expect your compressor to run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more often. The refrigerator should not be operated in surrounding temperatures above 110°F.

Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator, requiring the compressor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. In order to conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to ﬁnd, and close the door as soon as the food is removed. (Refer to the Food Storage Guide.)

The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely

See the Adjusting Control Settings section.

shut all the way, see “Doors will not close completely” in the Troubleshooting section.

This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder. Clean the back cover. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section.

Refrigerator is not cooling.

Lights do not work

Vibration or rattling noise.

Compressor seems to run too much.

The power supply cord is unplugged.

A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped.

The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position.

The refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.

The OFF light is illuminated.

The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet

An LED light has malfunctioned. Before proceeding to replace LED, unplug the

The refrigerator is not resting solidly on the ﬂoor.

The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model.

The room temperature is warmer than normal.

The door is opened often or a large amount of food has just been added.

The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was set correctly. The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.

The doors are not closed completely. Firmly push the doors shut. If they will not

The back cover is dirty.

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Problem Possible Causes Solutions

The refrigerator is not level. See the Leveling and Door Alignment section.

Doors will not close completely.

Frost or ice crystals on frozen food.

Ice has bad taste or odor.

There is water in the defrost drain pan.

Food packages are blocking the door open.

The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins or baskets are out of position.

The gaskets are sticking. Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they

The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable. Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Leveling

The doors were removed during product installation and not properly replaced.

The door is not closing properly. See “Doors will not close completely” in the

The door is opened often. When the door is opened, warm, humid air is

The icemaker was recently installed. Discard the ﬁrst few batches of ice to avoid

The ice has been stored for too long. Throw away old ice and make a new supply. The food has not been wrapped tightly in

either compartment. The water supply contains minerals such as

sulfur. The interior of the refrigerator needs

cleaning. The ice storage bin needs cleaning. Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes. The refrigerator is defrosting. The water will evaporate. It is normal for

It is more humid than normal. Expect that the water in the defrost pan will

Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves.

Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves and baskets into their correct positions. See the Using Your Refrigerator section for more information.

touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning.

and Door Alignment for more information. Remove and replace the doors according to

the Removing and Replacing Refrigerator Handles and Doors section, or call a qualiﬁed technician.

Troubleshooting section.

allowed in the freezer, resulting in frost.

discolored or bad tasting ice.

Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly.

A water ﬁlter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems.

See Care and Cleaning section for more information.

water to drip into the defrost pan.

take longer to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Possible Causes Solutions

The refrigerator seems to make

The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.

Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section for more information.

too much noise.

The icemaker is not producing ice or not enough ice.

Refrigerator or Freezer section is too cold.

New installation. Wait 12 to 24 hours after icemaker

The refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the supply shutoff valve is not turned on.

Reverse osmosis water ﬁltration system is connected to your cold water supply.

Kink in the water source line. A kink in the line can reduce water ﬂow.

Ice demand has exceeded storage capacity. The icemaker will produce approximately 95

The icemaker is not turned on. Locate the icemaker ON/OFF switch and

There is something on the ice-detecting sensor.

The temperature setting for the freezer is too warm.

The doors are opened often. If the doors of the unit are opened often,

The doors are not closing properly. If the doors are not properly closed, ice

Controls are not set correctly for conditions. If the temperature is too cold, raise the

installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.

Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.

Reverse osmosis ﬁltration systems can reduce the water pressure below the minimum amount and result in icemaker issues. (Refer to Water Pressure section.)

Straighten the water source line.

cubes in a 24 hour period. NOTE: An extra ice bucket is provided in the freezer section for additional storage capacity.

conﬁrm it is in the ON (I) position. Foreign substances or frost on the icedetecting

sensor can interrupt ice production. Make sure the sensor area is clean at all times for proper operation.

The recommended temperature for the freezer compartment for normal ice production is 0°F. If the freezer temperature is warmer, ice production will be affected.

ambient air will warm the refrigerator which will prevent the unit from maintaining the set temperature. Lowering the refrigerator temperature can help, as well as not opening the doors as frequently.

production will be affected. See “Doors will not close completely” in the Troubleshooting section for more information.

temperature setting one increment at a time (refer to the Setting the Controls section). When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Possible Causes Solutions

The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections.

Locate air vents by using your hand to senseairﬂow and move all packages that blockvents and restrict airﬂow. (See air ﬂowdiagram below.)

Temperature is too warm or there is interior moisture buildup.

The doors are difﬁcult to open.

Frozen food in refrigerator compartment.

The doors are opened often. Opening the door warms the refrigerator,

The control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.

A large amount of food has just been added to the

The food is not packaged correctly. Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp

The doors are not closing completely. See “Doors will not close completely” in the

The weather is humid. In humid weather, air carries moisture

An automatic defrost cycle was completed. It is normal for droplets to form on the interior

The gaskets are dirty or sticky. Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they

The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened.

The temperature control in the refrigerator compartment is set too cold.

Refrigerator is installed in a cold location. When room temperature is below 41°F (5°C),

Food with a high water content was placed too close to the cold air discharge vent.

refrigerator or freezer.

requiring the compressor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. In order to conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to ﬁnd, and close the door as soon as the food is removed.

If the temperature is too warm, change the setting one increment at a time. Refer to the Setting the Controls section. Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out.

Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

containers prior to storing in the re to avoid moi repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide section.

Troubleshooting section.

into the refrigerator when the doors are opened. Increased humidity in the freezer or refrigerator compartments can lead to frost or condensation.

back wall after the refrigerator automatically defrosts.

touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning.

When you open the door, warmer air entersthe refrigerator. As the warm air cools, it cancreate a vacuum. If the door is hard to open,wait one minute to allow the air pressure toequalize, then see if it opens more easily.

Press the Temperature Adjust button to set the refrigerator compartment to a warmer temperature.

food can freeze. The refrigerator should not be operated in temperatures below 55°F (13°C).

Place food with a high water content toward the front of the refrigerator.

sture accumulation. If necessary,

frigerator

SMART DIAGNOSISTM

Smart Diagnosis

(on some models)

Should you experience any problems with your refrigerator, it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the Smart Diagnosis records the data transmitted from the machine and uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast, effective diagnosis.

If you experience problems with your refrigerator, call to the LG service center. Only use the Smart Diagnosis when instructed to do so by the agent. The transmission sounds that you will hear are normal and sound similar to a fax machine.

Smart Diagnosis on, then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis

Using Smart Diagnosis

Open the refrigerator door.

Press and hold the Temperature Adjust button until you

hear 4 beeps. Once you hear four beeps, open the freezer door and

place the mouthpiece of your phone near the Smart Diagnosis door.

Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has ﬁnished.

team. This gives you the capability of speaking directly to our trained specialists. The specialist

cannot be activated unless the refrigerator is connected to power. If the refrigerator is unable to turn

speaker located on the right hinge of the

Once the tones have stopped, the refrigerator will be

turned off brieﬂy and then turned back on automatically. Resume your conversation with the specialist, who will be able to assist you in using the information transmitted for analysis.

NOTE:

For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted. If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may be asked to try again.

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DOOR ALARM

Door Alarm (on some models)

The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctions that could occur if the refrigerator door remains open. If the refrigerator door remains open for longer than 1 minute, an alarm sounds at 30-second intervals. The alarm will stop when both refrigerator doors are closed properly.

NOTE: This function cannot be deactivated.

LIMITED WARRANTY

LG REFRIGERAT

ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW. Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics (“LG”) will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product and applies only when purchased and used within the United States including U.S. Territories.

Refrigerator/Freezer

One (1) year from the date of original retail purchase

Parts and Labor (internal/ functional parts only)

Sealed System

(Condenser, Dryer, Connecting

Tube and Evaporator)

Five (5) years from the date of original retail purchase

Parts and Labor

LG ELECTRONICS U.S.A., INC.

OR LIMITED

WARRANTY PERIOD

WARRANTY - U.S. A.

Five (5) years from the date of original retail purchase

Parts and Labor

Compressor

Linear / Inverter Compressor Only : Parts Only for years 6-10 from the date of original retail purchase (Consumer will be charged for labor)

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under this limited warranty.

EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THE PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE ABOVE LIMITED WARRANTY. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL LG OR ITS U.S. DISTRIBUTORS/DEALERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST GOODWILL, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, WORK STOPPAGE, IMPAIRMENT OF OTHER GOODS, COST OF REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF USE, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. LG’S TOTAL LIABILITY, IF ANY, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

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limited warranty.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.

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