LG MB482ULV-G Owner's Manual

OWNER´S MANUAL

TOP MOUNT REFRIGERATOR

ENGLISH

ESPAÑOL

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

MANUAL DE USUARIO

REFRIGERADOR CONGELADOR SUPERIOR

Lea detenidamente este manual antes de empezar a utilizar el refrigerador y guárdelo como referencia para el futuro.

P/No. MFL65001501

www.lge.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents Important Safety Instruction

Identification of Parts Installation

Unpacking Away from heat sources and humidity Strong and even floor

Ambient Temperature A proper distance from adjacent items Waiting period Before storing food In case of uninstalling Installation of the Base Grille Water dispenser

Operation and Functions

Connection Icemaker operation

Thawing Vegetable drawer Adjusting temperature Adjusting temperature, External Adjusting temperature, Internal Self check

Using your refrigerator

Shelves Compartments Water container Water dispenser

Food storage suggestions

1 2 4 6

Maintenance What to do when...

Knowing your refrigerator

Refrigerator performance may be affected Tips for vacation period When moving out or changing refrigerator location Lamp replacement “Ion Door Cooling” The front area warms up

The back of the refrigerator warms up

Warranty for Argentina Warranty for South America

19 21

SAFETY MEASURES

THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT WILL INDICATE WHEN CERTAIN ACTIONS MUST NOT BE DONE.

If you fail to follow these instructions you will

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

All safety labels will inform you of potential danger, ways to reduce chance of injury and what

can happen if instructions are not followed.

Warnings and important safety measures

Read all instructions before using the product

be killed or seriously injured. Misuses of the product will cause you physical

damage or personal wounds. Inadequate use and installation will cause

damage to your property.

NEVER USE EXTENSION CORDS

Never connect multiple machines to same socket; this can cause wiring to overcharge, warming, cause voltage vibrations and bad functioning.

ELECTRICAL CORD REPLACEMENT

If feed cable gets damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, our service center or qualified LG Electronics personnel to minimize risks.

GROUND CONNECTION

In case of electrical surge, connection to ground will reduce risks of electric shock hazard. This unit must be grounded/landed. Consult a qualified electrician. When moving your refrigerator, be careful not to step on the feed cable with the machine's keepers.

WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR OLD

REGRIGERATOR

Your refrigerator contains liquids (refrigerant, lubricant) made of recyclable materials. All these materials must be sent to a recycling waste disposal site as they can be reused after a specific recycling process. Contact local authorities.

NEVER USE MECHANICAL

DEVICES

Never use mechanical devices or any other means to accelerate the thawing process, use only those which are approved by the manufacturer.

SAFETY MEASURES

Warnings and important safety measures

Read all instructions before using the product

DANGEROUS FUN

An empty refrigerator can be very dangerous for children. Remove doors or magnetic packaging when not in use or secure it in a way to make it impossible to open and allow a child to go in as this can lead to suffocation. Never allow a child to climb, hang or play with the refrigerator racks. They can get hurt and

the refrigerator.damage

PLUG ACCESS

NEVER KEEP EXPLOSIVES

INSIDE!!!

Never store explosive substances or chemicals in your refrigerator such as benzene, alcohol etc It is DANGEROUS!

Benceno

ALC

HOL

NEVER STORE ELECTRONIC

DEVICES

Never use electronic equipment to store food unless they are specific models approved by the manufacturer.

The refrigerator-freezer must be placed in a way that the Power cord can be pulled easily in case of emergency.

SUPERVISION IN RELATION TO THE USE

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.

WHEN CLOSING REFRIGERATOR

DOOR

Never place your thumb or fingers on the superior part of the handle, as it can be pressed against the lower part of the freezer handle. Keep away all fingers from injury prone areas such as where doors close cabinets and hinges, etc. Be careful when closing doors if children are nearby.

IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS

Note.- Certain components featured in the diagram may not be included in your refrigerator, as these vary depending on your model characteristics.

Temperature Control (Freezer)

Freezer Shelf (Rack)

Temperature Control (Refrigerator)

Freezer Lamp (LED)

Refrigerator Shelves

(Glass, plastic or steel)

Vegetables and fruits Compartment

Vegetable Drawer

Keeps fruits and vegetables fresh

Divisor

Separates fruits from vegetables

Lower cover

Ice drawer

Freezer Door Racks

Eggs tray

Door Cooling

Cold air flow form door

Multi-flow air duct

Distributes air to all refrigerator compartments

Refrigerator Door Rack

Cans shelf (rack)

Leveling height adjusting screw

*Certain models

IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS

Temperature

control at front of

the Freezer door

Home Bar at

the Freezer

door

Water dispenser

at front in the Refrigerator’s

door

Note.- Certain components featured in the diagram may not be included in your refrigerator, as these vary depending on your model characteristics.

Freezer Lamp

(O LED)ptional

Freezer Shelf

Temperature Control (Freezer)

Refrigerator Lamp

(O LED)ptional

Refrigerator shelves

(Glass, plastic or steel)

Refrigerator Lamp (LED)

Compartment “2 in 1 Box”

Vegetable Drawers

Keeps fruits and vegetables fresh.

“Vita Light”

Lower Cover

Ice Drawer

Freezer Door Racks

Water container

Refrigerator Door Rack

Multi-flow air duct

Distributes air to all refrigerator compartments

Bottles divider

Divisor

Separates fruits from vegetables

Leveling height adjusting screw

*Certain models

INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR

1. 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.

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

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable liquids or abrasive cleaning products to remove the adhesive tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

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

3. THOUGH AND EVEN FLOOR

Your refrigerator must be leveled and placed on a strong floor. An unstable installation can produce noise and vibrations. If the floor is uneven, level the unit by twisting the height adjusting screw, this will eliminate unwanted sounds and vibrations.

4,5 cm

TURN THE LEVELING SCREWS TO HEIGHT

FRONT

4. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

The refrigerator will work efficiently if room temperature is between

50 °F and 109,4 °F).

(

10 °C and 43 °C

2. INSTALL IT AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES AND HUMID AREAS

In places with high temperatures, freezing capacity can be affected and cause high consumption of electrical energy.

Never install in places with high humidity as this can cause oxidation and electric shock hazard.

5. A PROPER DISTANCE FROM ADJACENT ITEMS

Adequate air flow is needed for an efficient operation. Keep your refrigerator at a relative distance from other objects. Reduces distance between the unit and other nearby objects can diminish freezing capacity and rise consumption of electrical energy.

10 cm

3 cm

INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR

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.

6. WAITING PERIOD

Wait at least an hour before connecting, after installation was completed.

7. CONNECTION

DANGER

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY, this device must be properly landed. Connect to a single undamaged socket. Not having proper installation will require you to call qualified personnel to achieve it.

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

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

8. BEFORE STORING FOOD

Leave it working from 2 h to 3 h before storing food. If operation were to be interrupted wait 5 min before trying again.

It is your responsibility and obligation to replace two-prong outlets with that of an adequately grounded three-prong outlet.

Duplex outlet

Three terminal plug

Make sure the connection is grounded.

9. IN CASE OF UNINSTALLING

If you wish to dispose of your refrigerator, keep in mind the following WARNING.

WARNING

If the use of this unit is no longer needed, please contact local authorities to dispose of this product in a safely manner; as is Pentane-cycle or pentane like gas for insulation. Insulation gases require a special elimination process. This product contains flammable insulation.

INSTALLATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR

10. INSTALLATION OF BASE GRILLE (some models)

Installing or Replacing the base grille:

1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of your refrigerator (in front).

2. Place base grille into position and insert and tighten screws.

To remove the base grille:

1. Open the refrigerator’s door.

2. Once the door is open, remove screws from base grille and remove.

3. Remove the base grill.

4. Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.

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