MFL68680413 Eng 2017.11
MFL68680413 Eng 2017.11
MFL68680413 Eng 2017.11
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
LFX21976**
www.lg.com
MFL68680413
Rev.03_112817 Copyright © 2014 - 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PRODUCT FEATURES
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* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
DOOR ALARM
The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning
that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer drawer remains open. If a
refrigerator door or freezer drawer is left open for more than 60 seconds, a
warning alarm sounds in 30 second intervals.
GLIDE‘N’SERVE
Glide`N’Serve provides storage space that keeps the compartment colder
than the refrigerator.
It is a convenient place to store sandwiches or meat to be cooked.
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.
(USA Only)
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COMPONENTS
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Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.
Page references are included for your convenience.
*The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.
Refrigerator Exterior
LED Display
Displays the refrigerator and
freezer temperature, the water
filter condition and the dispenser Filtered Water and
status.
Ice Dispenser
Dispenses fresh, chilled,
Ice Plus filtered water through
When this feature is activated, the door. The ice
the freezer section will run at the dispenser offers cubed
coldest temperature for a 24-hour or crushed ice.
period to increase ice production.
Door Alarm
A warning alarm sounds at 30-
second intervals when the
refrigerator or freezer door is left
open for more than 60 seconds.
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Refrigerator Interior
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Mullion
Modular Door Bins
Folds in when the
left door is opened.
INSTALLATION
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Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting
it to another location.
Specifications
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The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product
improvements.
Min. / Max. Water pressure 20 and 120 psi (140 and 830 kPa)
Dimensions 35 3/4” (W) X 30 1/4” (D) X 69 3/4” (H), 42 1/2” (D w/ door open)
908 mm (W) X 768 mm (D) X 1772mm (H), 1073 mm (D w/ door open)
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Select a place where a water supply can
WARNING be easily connected for the automatic
icemaker.
Use two or more people to move and
install the refrigerator. Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury. NOTE
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving The water pressure must be between 20
the refrigerator for cleaning or service, and 120 psi (140 and 830 kPa)on models
be sure to protect the floor. Always pull without a water filter and between 40 and
the refrigerator straight out when moving 120 psi (280 and 830kPa) on models with
a water filter.
it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator
when trying to move it, as floor damage
The refrigerator should always be plugged
could occur.
into its own individual properly grounded
Keep flammable materials and vapors, electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts, 60 Hz,
such as gasoline, away from the AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes.
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in This provides the best performance
fire, explosion, or death. and also prevents overloading house
wiring circuits which could cause a fire
hazard from overheated wires. It is
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your recommended that a separate circuit
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any serving only this appliance be provided.
warning-type labels, the model and serial number
label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the
front of the refrigerator.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the install the refrigerator in a wet or damp
area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue area.
can also be easily removed by rubbing a small
amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with
your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Flooring
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,
To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be
flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove
leveled and installed on a solidly constructed
tape or glue. These products can damage the
floor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to
surface of your refrigerator.
compensate for unevenness of the floor. The
front should be slightly higher than the rear to
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping
aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned
position. Please reinstall shelves according to
easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the
your individual storage needs.
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.
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2” (5.08 cm)
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Freezer Drawer Handle Doors and Drawers
Removing the Handles Removing the doors is always recommended
when it is necessary to move the refrigerator
1 Loosen the set screws located on the
through a narrow opening.
lower side of the handle with a 1/8 in. Allen
wrench and remove the handle.
WARNING
2 Loosen the mounting fasteners that
y If your entrance door is too narrow for the
connect to the
refrigerator to pass through, remove the
freezer drawer
refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator
and handle
sideways through the doorway.
using a 1/4 in.
y Use two or more people to remove and
Allen wrench,
install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do
and remove
so can result in back or other injury.
the mounting
y Disconnect the electrical supply to the
fasteners.
refrigerator before installing. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.
y Do not put hands, feet or other objects into
Assembling the Handles the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator.
You may be injured or receive an electrical
1 Assemble the mounting fasteners at shock.
both ends of the handle using a 1/4 in. Allen y Be careful when handling the hinge and
wrench. stopper. It may result in injury.
y Remove food and bins from the doors and
2 Place the handle on the door by fitting
drawers before detaching.
the handle
footprints over
the mounting
fasteners and Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
tightening the
set screws 1 The water supply is connected to the
with a 1/8 in. upper right part of the rear surface of the
Allen wrench. refrigerator. Remove the ring in the joint
area. Hold the water supply connection
and gently push the Collet to detach the
water supply line as shown in and .
WARNING
When the customer takes apart the handle
or assemble it from a refrigerator, please be
cautious of following things.
y Hold the handle with your own hand to Collet
make sure not to drop the handle to the
floor or instep while taking apart the handle
from a refrigerator.
y Do not swing the handle towards people or
animals after taking apart the handle.
y Insert the bracket hole of the handle into
the stopper bolt of the door exactly, and NOTE
then assemble the set screws to fix the Detachment of the water supply line is
handle. applicable only when detaching the left
y Check if there’s any gap between the door refrigerator door.
and handle after fixing the handle.
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3 Remove the cover. 3 Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift
the top hinge (4) free of the hinge lever
4 Pull out the tube (3). latch (5).
5 Disconnect all wire harnesses (4). 4 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
remove the door.
6 Remove the grounding screw (5).
5 Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-
7 Rotate the hinge lever (6) scratching surface.
counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge (7)
free of the hinge lever latch (8). CAUTION
8 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
remove the door. careful that the door does not fall forward.
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
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Install the right-side door first. Install the left refrigerator door after the right
door is installed.
CAUTION
Use two or more people to remove and
install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury.
9 Insert the water supply tube at least 5/8 in. Do not hold the handle when removing
(15 mm) into the connector. or replacing the drawer. The handle may
come off and it could cause personal
1 0 Hook the tab on the door switch side injury.
of the cover under the edge of the wire Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides
opening in the cabinet top. of the drawer.
1 1 Position the cover into place. Insert and When you lay the drawer down, be
tighten the cover screw. careful not to damage the floor.
Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.
To prevent accidents, keep children and
pets away from the drawer. Do not leave
NOTE the drawer open.
Collet
Tube
1 Pull the drawer open to full extension.
Insert Line Remove the lower basket by lifting basket
from rail system.
Clip
(Incorrect)
3 Remove the rail screw 2 on both the left Assembling the Freezer Drawer
and right rails.
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1 With both hands, pull out each rail
2
simultaneously until both rails are fully
extended.
CAUTION
When you remove the drawer, do not
hold the handle. The handle may come
off and it could cause personal injury.
3 Lower door into final position and tighten the
screws 3 .
WARNING
4 Make sure you have the correct rail cover
If the Durabase divider is removed, there is
for each side.
enough open space for children or pets to
Right Rail crawl inside. To prevent accidental child and
Cover pet entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT
allow them to touch or go near the freezer
Left Rail
drawer.
Cover DO NOT step or sit down on freezer
drawer.
Assembly
Hole
4
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Before You Begin CAUTION
This water line installation is not covered by the Wear eye protection during installation
refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions to prevent injury.
carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water
damage.
If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis
system is less than 21 psi (145 kPa) (takes more
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in
than 4.0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz (200 cc) capacity):
house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator
parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding. Check to see if the sediment filter in
Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer the reverse osmosis system is blocked.
before installing the water supply line to the Replace the filter if necessary.
refrigerator. Allow the storage tank on the reverse
usage.
CAUTION If the issue concerning water pressure
To prevent burns and product damange, from reverse osmosis remains, call a
only connect the refrigerator water line to licensed, qualified plumber.
a cold water supply. All installations must be in accordance
with local plumbing code requirements.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power
switch is in the OFF (O) position. What You Will Need
Copper Tubing, ¼ in. outer diameter, to
CAUTION
connect the refrigerator to the water
Do not install the icemaker tubing in supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing
areas where temperatures fall below are cut square.
freezing. To determine how
much tubing you need:
measure the distance
from the water valve on the back of the
Water Pressure refrigerator to the water supply pipe.
Then, add 8 feet
A cold water supply. The water pressure must (2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra
be between 20 and 120 psi (140 and 830 kPa)
on models without a water filter and between 40 tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3
and 120 psi (280 and 830kPa) on models with turns of about 10 in. [25 cm] diameter)
a water filter. to allow the refrigerator to move out
from the wall after installation.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
Power drill.
connected to your cold water supply, this water
line installation is not covered by the refrigerator ½ in. or adjustable
warranty. Follow the following instructions wrench.
carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water Flat blade and Phillips
damage. head screwdrivers.
Two ¼ in. outer
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is diameter compression
connected to your cold water supply, the water nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect the
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to copper tubing to the shutoff valve and
be a minimum of 40 and 60 psi ( 280 and 420 the refrigerator water valve.
kPa), less than 2.0~3.0 sec. to fill a cup of 7 oz
(200 cc) capacity.
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y If your existing copper water line has a Water Line Installation Instructions
flared fitting at the end, you will need
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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.
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pipe with the pipe clamp. (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of
the tubing and connect it to the shutoff
Pipe Clamp valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted
into the valve. Tighten the compression
nut securely.
Saddle-Type Compression
Saddle-Type Vertical Cold Shutoff Valve Nut
Shutoff Valve Water Pipe
Packing Nut
NOTE
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Outlet Valve Ferrule (sleeve)
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be
adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and
use is not permitted in Massachusetts. 8 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Consult with your licensed plumber. Turn the main water
supply on and flush out
the tubing until the water
5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP is clear.
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing Shut the water off at the
washer begins to swell. water valve after about
NOTE: Do not overtighten clamp or one quart of water has
been flushed through the tubing.
you may crush the tubing.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in c. Insert the end of the copper tubing into
the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or the connection as far as possible. While
adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
as possible.
Tubing Clamp ¼ in. Tubing
NOTE
¼ in.
Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing Compression
(about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of Nut
about 10 in. diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation. Ferrule
(sleeve)
Refrigerator
Connection
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CAUTION
CAUTION
Check to see if leaks occur at the water
line connections. y Connect to a rated power outlet.
y Have a certified electrician check
the wall outlet and wiring for proper
11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR grounding.
y Do not damage or cut off the ground
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it
terminal of the power plug.
does not vibrate against the back of the
refrigerator or against the wall. Push the
refrigerator back to the wall.
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Leveling Door Alignment
After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power Both the left and right refrigerator doors have
cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge,
the refrigerator into the final position. to raise and lower them to align properly.
If the space between your doors is uneven,
Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs— follow the instructions below to align the doors
one on the right and one on the left. Adjust the evenly:
legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or side-
Use the wrench (included with the Owner’s
to-side. If your refrigerator seems unsteady, or
Manual) to turn the nut in the door hinge to
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust
adjust the height. To the right to raise or to the
the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions
left to lower the height.
below:
NOTE
A flare nut wrench works best, but an
open-end wrench will suffice.
Do not over-tighten.
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Before use
Clean the refrigerator.
Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during
shipping.
CAUTION
y 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,.
y Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information
on the rear surface of the refrigerator.
NOTE
Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.
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.
CAUTION
Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water
supply may cause the refrigerator to malfunction.
CAUTION
Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the
food to spoil, or a bad odor could remain inside the refrigerator.
The Energy Saving function disables the mullion The Control Lock function disables every other
heater located on the refrigerator door in order to button on the display.
conserve electricity. Press and hold the Energy
Saving button for three seconds to activate or y When power is initially connected to the
deactivate this function. refrigerator, the Lock function is off.
y If you want to activate the Lock function to
NOTE lock other buttons, press and hold the Lock
Discontinue using the Energy Saving function button for three seconds or more. The Lock
if excessive moisture begins to collect on the icon will display and the Lock function is
door mullion. now enabled.
y To disable the Lock function, press and hold
the Lock button for approximately three
seconds.
Light
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* Depending on the model, some of the 2 To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the
following functions may not be available.
front handle, slightly lift the lower part,
and slowly pull out the bin as shown.
CAUTION
y Keep hands and tools out of the ice
compartment door and dispenser chute.
Failure to do so may result in damage or
personal injury.
y The icemaker will stop producing ice when
the in-door ice bin is full. If you need more
ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin
in the freezer compartment. During use,
the ice can become uneven causing the
icemaker to misread the amount of ice
cubes and stop producing ice. Shaking the
ice bin to level the ice within it can reduce
this problem. Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
y Storing cans or other items in the ice bin will
damage the icemaker. 1 Carefully insert the in-door ice bin while
y Keep the ice compartment door closed slightly slanting it to avoid contact with the
tightly. If the ice compartment door is not icemaker.
closed tightly, the cold air in the ice bin will
freeze food in the refrigerator compartment.
This could also cause the icemaker to stop
producing ice.
y If the ON/OFF switch on the icemaker is
set to OFF for an extended period of time,
the ice compartment will gradually warm
up to the temperature of the refrigerator
compartment. To prevent ice cubes from
melting and leaking from the dispenser,
ALWAYS empty the ice bin when the 2 Avoid touching the ice-detecting sensor
icemaker is set to OFF for more than a few when replacing the ice bin. See the label
hours. on the ice compartment door for details.
Ice-detecting
sensor
CAUTION
When handling the ice bin,
keep hands away from the
icemaker tray area to avoid
personal injury.
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Automatic Icemaker
Water fills the ice tray.
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Icemaker
Power
Switch
Ice-detecting
Sensor
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(continued)
y When the water supply will be shut off
for several hours.
CAUTION
y When the ice bin is removed for more
y The first ice and water dispensed may than one or two minutes.
include particles or odor from the water
supply line or the water tank. y When the refrigerator will not be used
for several days.
y Throw away the first few batches of ice
(about 24 cubes). This is also necessary if NOTE
the refrigerator has not been used for a long
time. The ice bin should be emptied when the
icemaker on/off switch is turned to the
y Never store beverage cans or other items in
OFF position.
the ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling.
Doing so may damage the icemaker or the
containers may burst.
y If discolored ice is dispensed, check the Normal Sounds You May Hear
water filter and water supply. If the problem
continues, contact a Sears or other qualified y The icemaker water valve will buzz as
service center. Do not use the ice or water the icemaker fills with water. If the
until the problem is corrected. power switch is in the ON (I) position,
it will buzz even if it has not yet been
y Keep children away from the dispenser.
hooked up to water. To stop the buzzing,
Children may play with or damage the
move the power switch to OFF (O).
controls.
y The ice passage may become blocked with NOTE
frost if only crushed ice is used. Remove the
frost that accumulates by removing the ice Keeping the power switch in the ON
bin and clearing the passage with a rubber (I) position before the water line is
spatula. Dispensing cubed ice can also help connected can damage the icemaker.
prevent frost buildup.
y You will hear the sound of cubes
y Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to
dropping into the bin and water running
collect ice. Such containers may chip or
in the pipes as the icemaker refills.
break resulting in glass fragments in the ice.
y Dispense ice into a glass before filling it
with water or other beverages. Splashing
may occur if ice is dispensed into a glass Preparing For Vacation
that already contains liquid.
Set the icemaker power switch to OFF (O) and
y Never use a glass that is exceptionally shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
narrow or deep. Ice may jam in the ice
passage and refrigerator performance may NOTE
be affected.
The ice bin should be emptied anytime
y Keep the glass at a proper distance from
the icemaker on/off switch is turned to
the ice outlet. A glass held too close to the
the OFF (O) position.
outlet may prevent ice from dispensing.
y To avoid personal injury, keep hands out of
If the ambient temperature will drop below
the ice door and passage.
freezing, have a qualified technician drain
y Never remove the dispenser cover. the water supply system to prevent serious
y If ice or water dispenses unexpectedly, turn property damage due to flooding caused by
off the water supply and contact a qualified ruptured water lines or connections.
service center.
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Water
CAUTION
Keep children away from the dispenser.
Children may play with or damage the
controls.
Dispenser Ice
Water Switch
CAUTION
Ice Switch Throw 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.
Stand
Storing Food
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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.
Vegetable storage
(Crisper) Gallon Storage Bin
Preserves vegetables and Store drinks such as
fruit. juice and soda, as well as
seasonings, salad dressings
and other food items.
Durabase ®
Glide‘N’Serve
Largest storage space in
the freezer. Provides storage space that
keeps the compartment
at a different temperature
than the refrigerator. It is a
convenient place to store
sandwiches or meat to be
cooked.
CAUTION
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.
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.
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.
If the refrigerator door or freezer drawer is opened or closed too often, warm air may penetrate
the refrigerator and raise its temperature. It can also increase the cost of electricity.
NOTE
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.
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 door open to prevent fungi from growing
in the refrigerator.
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Packaging
Packaging recommendations:
Do not use
Bread wrappers
Non-polyethylene plastic containers
Containers without tight lids
Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
Thin, semi-permeable wrap The Glide‘N’Serve provides storage space with a
variable temperature control that keeps the
Humidity Controlled Crisper
compartment colder than refrigerator.
and Glide’N’Serve
This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli
* Depending on the model, some of the
following functions may not be available. items, or beverages. (but this drawer can't be
used for vegetable.)
The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit
and vegetables by letting you easily control Controls
humidity inside the drawer.
The control regulates the air temperature in the
You can control the amount of humidity in
drawer. Set control level to COLD (print on
the moisture-sealed crispers by adjusting the
control to any setting between surface) to provide normal refrigerator
Vegetables and Fruit. temperature. Use the COLDER (print on surface)
setting for meats or other deli items.
Vegetables keeps moist air in the crisper for
best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables. NOTE
Fruit lets moist air out of the crisper for Cold air directed to the Glide‘N’Serve can
best storage of fruit. decrease refrigerator temperature.
Refrigerator control may need to be adjusted.
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Door Bins
To install, slightly tilt up the front, insert the 2 To replace the bin, slide it in above the
drawer into the frame and push it back into desired support and push down until it snaps
place. into place.
NOTE NOTE
Storage Bins may vary in appearance, Some bins may vary in appearance and
depending on your model. will only fit in one location.
CAUTION
Do not apply excessive force while
detatching or
assembling the storage bins.
Do not use the dishwasher to clean
the storage bins and shelves.
Regularly detach and wash the
storage bins and shelves; they can
become easily contaminated by the
food.
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Ice Bin
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable To separate the ice bin, pull out the drawer
to meet your individual storage needs. Your to full extension. Gently lift and pull out the
model may have glass or wire shelves. ice bin. To reinstall, simply set the ice bin
in its correct position.
Adjusting the shelves to fit different heights
of items will make finding the exact item you Drawer
want easier. Doing so will also reduce the
amount of time the refrigerator door is open
which will save energy.
CAUTION
Pinch hazard! Keep hands and feet clear
of the bot- ytom of the door when
opening and closing.
WARNING
Child Entrapment Hazard
If the Durabase divider is removed, there
CAUTION
is enough yopen space for children or
Make sure that shelves are level from pets to crawl inside. To prevent
one side to the other. Failure to do so accidental child and pet entrapment or
may result in the shelf falling or spilling suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to
food. play inside of drawer.
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Cleaning
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both
sections about once a month to prevent odors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
Always unplug the refrigeration before cleaning.
WARNING
Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
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2.5 gallon (9 litters)
2.5 gallon
(9 litters)
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This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 for the reduction of the substances
listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced
to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in
NSF/ANSI 42.
System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for
the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor and Nominal Particulate Class III.
Capacity: 500 gal (1,892 L)
Nominal Particulate
Class I Particle size: 24,333 At least 10,000 particles/ml 915 96 ≥ 85%
>0.5 to < 1 um
Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.
SMART DIAGNOSIS
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Should you experience any problems with 3 Hold the mouthpiece of your phone in
your refrigerator, it has the capability of front of the speaker that is located on the
transmitting data via your telephone to the LG right hinge of the refrigerator door, when
service center. This gives you the capability of instructed to do so by the call center.
speaking directly to our trained specialists. The
specialist records the data transmitted from
your machine and uses it to analyze the issue,
providing a fast and effective diagnosis.
Using Smart Diagnosis 6 Keep the phone in place until the tone
transmission has finished.
First, call 1-800-243-0000. Only use the Smart The display will count down the time.
Diagnosis feature when instructed to do so by Once the countdown is over and the tones
the LG call center agent. have stopped, resume your conversation
with the specialist, who will then be able
1 Lock the display. To lock the display, to assist you in using the information
press and hold the Lock button for three transmitted for analysis.
seconds. (If the display has been locked
for over five minutes, you must deactivate
the lock and then reactivate it.) NOTE
y For best results, do not move the phone
while the tones are being transmitted.
y If the call center agent is not able to get
an accurate recording of the data, you
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FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the best temperature settings for my refrigerator and freezer?
A: The default setting for the refrigerator is 37° Fahrenheit (3° Celsius). The default setting for the
freezer is 0° Fahrenheit (-18° Celsius). Adjust these settings as necessary to keep food at desired
temperatures. Milk should be cold when stored on the inner shelf of the refrigerator. Ice cream should
be firm and ice cubes should not melt in the freezer. To switch the display from Fahrenheit to Celsius,
press and hold the Freezer and Refrigerator buttons until you hear a beep and the settings in the
display change.
A: Continually press the Refrigerator or Freezer button on the control panel until the desired temperature
appears. The numbers will cycle from highest to lowest and then return to the highest again with
continuous pressing.
A: This may happen if you do not have a water source attached to your refrigerator and the icemaker is
turned on. If you do not have a water source attached to the back of the refrigerator you should turn
the icemaker off.
A: This is a normal part of the icemaker cycle. The icemaker tray may appear level or with a slight tilt.
The change in position is to assist in the freezing process..
A: On some models with an Energy Saver function, the default is set to enable the Energy Saver. This
turns off the heater on the door mullion to save energy, which may cause excessive condensation
to form on the mullion. If you encounter this problem, press and hold the Energy Saver button for 3
seconds to turn off the Energy Saver mode. The Energy Saver mode can be re-activated using the
same method.
Q: My refrigerator is powered on and the controls are working, but it’s not cooling and the display
shows “OFF” (see below). What is wrong?
A: The refrigerator is in Demo Mode. This mode disables cooling to save energy while the appliance
is on display in a store. To restore normal operation, press and hold the Temperature and Ice Plus
buttons for 5 seconds or until you hear a beep and the temperature settings appear on the display.
Use the same procedure to return the refrigerator to Demo Mode, if desired.
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Refrigerator or Refrigerator was recently It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment
Freezer section is installed. to reach the desired temperature.
too warm.
Air vents are blocked. Rearrange items to allow air to flow throughout
the compartment. Refer to the Airflow diagram in
the Using Your Refrigerator section.
Doors are opened often or for When the doors are opened often or for long
long periods of time. periods of time, warm, humid air enters the
compartment. This raises the temperature and
moisture level within the compartment. To lessen
the effect, reduce the frequency and duration of
door openings.
Doors not closed correctly. See the Doors will not close correctly or pop open
section in Parts & Features Troubleshooting.
Temperature control is not set If the temperature is too warm, adjust the
correctly. control one increment at a time and wait for the
temperature to stabilize. Refer to the Setting the
Controls section for more information.
Defrost cycle has recently During the defrost cycle, the temperature of each
completed. compartment may raise slightly and condensation
may form on the back wall. Wait 30 minutes
and confirm the proper temperature has been
restored once the defrost cycle has completed.
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Interior moisture Doors are opened often or for When the doors are opened often or for long
buildup. long periods of time. periods of time, warm, humid air enters the
compartment. This raises the temperature and
moisture level within the compartment. To
lessen the effect, reduce the frequency and
duration of door openings.
Doors not closed correctly. See the Doors will not close correctly section in
the Troubleshooting section.
Weather is humid. Humid weather allows additional moisture
to enter the compartments when the doors
are opened leading to condensation or frost.
Maintaining a reasonable level of humidity in the
home will help to control the amount of moisture
that can enter the compartments.
Defrost cycle recently During the defrost cycle, the temperature
completed. of each compartment may raise slightly and
condensation may form on the back wall.
Wait 30 minutes and confirm that the proper
temperature has been restored once the defrost
cycle has completed.
Food is not packaged correctly. Food stored uncovered or unwrapped, and damp
containers can lead to moisture accumulation
within each compartment. Wipe all containers
dry and store food in sealed packaging to prevent
condensation and frost.
Food is freezing Food with high water content Rearrange items with high water content away
in the refrigerator was placed near an air vent. from air vents.
compartment.
Refrigerator temperature control If the temperature is too cold, adjust the control
is set incorrectly. one increment at a time and wait for the
temperature to stabilize. Refer to the Setting the
Controls section for more information.
Refrigerator is installed in a cold When the refrigerator is operated in temperature
location. below 41°F (5°C), food can freeze in the
refrigerator compartment. The refrigerator should
not be operated in temperature below 55°F (13°C).
Frost or ice Door is opened frequently or for When the doors are opened often or for long
crystals form long periods of time. periods of time, warm, humid air enters the
on frozen food compartment. This raises the temperature and
(outside of moisture level within the compartment. Increased
package). moisture will lead to frost and condensation.
To lessen the effect, reduce the frequency and
duration of door openings.
Door is not closing properly. Refer to the Doors will not close correctly or pop
open section in the Troubleshooting section.
Refrigerator or Incorrect temperature control If the temperature is too cold, adjust the control
Freezer section is settings. one increment at a time and wait for the
too cold. temperature to stabilize. Refer to the Setting the
Controls section for more information.
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Frost or ice Condensation from food with a This is normal for food items with a high water
crystals on frozen high water content has frozen content.
food (inside of inside of the food package.
sealed package).
Food has been left in the freezer Do not store food items with high water content
for a long period of time. in the freezer for a long period of time.
Icemaker is not Demand exceeds ice storage The icemaker will produce approximately
making enough capacity. 70~210 cubes in a 24 hour period.
ice.
House water supply is not Connect the refrigerator to a cold water supply
connected, valve is not turned with adequate pressure and turn the water
on fully, or valve is clogged. shutoff valve fully open.
If the problem persists, it may be necessary to
contact a plumber.
Water filter has been It is recommended that you replace the water
exhausted. filter:
• Approximately every six months.
• When the water filter indicator turns on.
• When the water dispenser output decreases.
• When the ice cubes are smaller than normal.
Low house water supply The water pressure must be between 20 and 120
pressure. psi (140 and 830 kPa) on models without a water
filter and between 40 and 120 psi (280 and 830
kPa) on models with a water filter.
If the problem persists, it may be necessary
to contact a plumber.
Tubing connecting refrigerator The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is
to house supply valve is kinked. moved during installation or cleaning resulting
in reduced water flow. Straighten or repair the
water supply line and arrange it to prevent future
kinks.
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Icemaker is not Doors are opened often or for If the doors of the unit are opened often, ambient
making enough long periods of time. air will warm the refrigerator which will prevent
ice (continued). the unit from maintaining the set temperature.
Lowering the refrigerator temperature can help,
as well as not opening the doors as frequently.
Doors are not closed If the doors are not properly closed, ice
completely. production will be affected. See the Doors will
not close completely or pop open section in Parts
& Features Troubleshooting for more information.
The temperature setting for the The recommended temperature for the freezer
freezer is too warm. compartment for normal ice production is 0°F (-18°C).
If the freezer temperature is warmer, ice production
will be affected.
Dispensing water Water filter has been exhausted. It is recommended that you replace the water filter:
slowly.
Low house water supply The water pressure must be between 20 and 120
pressure. psi (140 and 830 kPa) on models without a water
filter and between 40 and 120 psi (280 and 830
kPa) on models with a water filter.
If the problem persists, it may be necessary to
contact a plumber.
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Not dispensing Doors are not closed Ice will not dispense if any of the refrigerator
ice. completely. doors are left open.
Infrequent use of the dispenser. Infrequent use of the ice dispenser will cause
the cubes to stick together over time, which
will prevent them from properly dispensing.
Check the ice bin for ice cubes clumping/sticking
together. If they are, break up the ice cubes to
allow for proper operation.
The delivery chute is clogged Eliminate the frost or ice fragments by removing
with frost or ice fragments. the ice bin and clearing the chute with a plastic
utensil. Dispensing cubed ice can also help
prevent frost or ice fragment buildup.
The dispenser display is locked. Press and hold the Lock button for three seconds
to unlock the control panel and dispenser.
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making too much is obstructed. with an ice shutoff arm, make sure that the arm
ice. moves freely. If your icemaker is equipped with
the electronic ice shutoff sensor, make sure that
there is a clear path between the two sensors.
Reinstall the ice bin and wait 24 hours to confirm
proper operation.
Clicking The defrost control will click Normal Operation
when the automatic defrost
cycle begins and ends.
The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control on some
models) will also click when
cycling on and off.
Rattling Rattling noises may come from Normal Operation
the flow of refrigerant, the
water line on the back of the
unit, or items stored on top of
or around the refrigerator.
Refrigerator is not resting solidly Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to
on the floor. be adjusted. See the Door Alignment section.
Refrigerator with linear Normal Operation
compressor was jarred while
running.
Whooshing Evaporator fan motor is Normal Operation
circulating air through the
refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
Air is being forced over the Normal Operation
condenser by the condenser
fan.
Gurgling Refrigerant flowing through the Normal Operation
cooling system.
Popping Contraction and expansion of Normal Operation
the inside walls due to changes
in temperature.
Sizzling Water dripping on the defrost Normal Operation
heater during a defrost cycle.
Vibrating If the side or back of the To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides
refrigerator is touching a cabinet and back cannot vibrate against any wall or
or wall, some of the normal cabinet.
vibrations may make an audible
sound.
Dripping Water running into the drain pan Normal Operation
during the defrost cycle.
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