LG GMD916SBHZ Owner's Manual

LG GMD916SBHZ Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
BOTTOM FREEZER
FRIDGE
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
GMD916SBHZ
www.lg.com
MFL68302762_Rev.01
Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL BOTTOM FREEZER FRIDGE Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. GMD916SBHZ www.lg.com MFL68302762_Rev.01 Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Freezer/Fridge Basket - Ambient Temperature Turning On the Power SMART FUNCTIONS How to Remove the Fridge Door Using LG SmartThinQ Application How to Remove the Freezer Door Smart Diagnosis™ Using a Smart Phone Height Adjustment Using Smart Diagnosis™ - Fridge Door Height Adjustment...
  • Page 3: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT FEATURES * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. DOOR ALARM The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent fridge malfunctioning that could occur if a fridge door or freezer door remains open. If a fridge door or freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds, a warning alarm sounds in 30 second intervals until it is closed.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
  • Page 5 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. y Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 6 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. WARNiNg Power y NEVER unplug your fridge by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.
  • Page 7 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. y Use two or more people to move and install the fridge. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
  • Page 8 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. y In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the fridge.
  • Page 9 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. y For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
  • Page 10 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. y Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your fridge is in operation.
  • Page 11 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. y If you are throwing away your old fridge, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer.
  • Page 12 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. y Close the doors carefully when children are around. y Keep fingers out of pinch point areas;...
  • Page 13: Components

    COMPONENTS COMPONENTS Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your fridge. Page references are included for your convenience. *The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model. Fridge Exterior (Applicable to some models only) LED Display Displays the fridge and freezer’s target temperature, the water filter...
  • Page 14: Fridge Interior

    COMPONENTS Fridge Interior (Applicable to some models only) Pure N Fresh Filter LED interior lamps The interior lamps light up the Shelf inside of the fridge. Dairy Product Bin Dairy Product Bin Used to preserve dairy Used to preserve products. dairy products.
  • Page 15: Installation

    iNSTALLATiON INSTALLATION Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. 1 Unpacking your 2 Choosing the proper 3 Leveling and Door fridge location Alignment SUGGESTION FOR ENERGY SAVING y Please do not keep the door open for a long time, close door in the shortest time. y Too much food are not advised to be put in.
  • Page 16: Unpacking Your Fridge

    iNSTALLATiON Unpacking Your Fridge Choosing the Proper Location y The fridge should always be plugged into its WARNiNg own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 230 Volts, 50 Hz, AC only, y Use two or more people to move and install and fused at 15 or 20 amperes.
  • Page 17: Ambient Temperature

    iNSTALLATiON Turning On The Power Ambient Temperature Install this appliance in an indoor area where the Plug in the fridge. temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C). If the temperature around the appliance CAUTiON is too low or high, the cooling ability may be adversely affected.
  • Page 18: How To Remove The Freezer Door

    iNSTALLATiON Turn around to release lock and raise Remove the door by raising it from the lower hinge. hinge up. Upper hinge Keeper Lower hinge Disassemble Door, raising it from Hinge Height Adjustment Center. Leveling the doors may not be possible when the floor is not leveled, or is of weak or poor construction.
  • Page 19: If The Heights Of The Freezer Doors Are

    iNSTALLATiON If the heights of the Freezer doors are (Method 2, only allows a maximum of 3mm of adjustment) different (1) Use the wider side of the number y Method 1 is recommended. spanner to turn locking nut ( y For freezer doors, use spanner clockwise to unscrew the locking nut.
  • Page 20: How To Use

    HOW TO USE HOW TO USE Before use Clean the fridge. Clean your fridge thoroughly and wipe off all dust that may have accumulated during shipping. CAUTiON y Do not scratch the fridge 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 fridge.
  • Page 21: Control Panel

    3°C ~ 4°C. Freezer Temperature Wi-Fi Indicates the set target temperature of the freezer The Wi-Fi button, when used with the LG Smart compartment in Celsius (°C). ThinQ application, allows the refrigerator to connect to a home Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 22 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features (continued) CAUTiON Control Lock Display Mode (For Store Use Only) The Control Lock function disables the button The Display Mode disables all cooling in the fridge and freezer sections to conserve functions only on the display. energy while on display in a retail store.
  • Page 23: Storing Food

    HOW TO USE Storing Food Food Preservation Location (Applicable to some models only) Each compartment inside the fridge is designed to store different types of food. Store your food in the optimal space to enjoy the freshest taste. Dairy Product Bin Store diary foods such as butter, cheese, etc.
  • Page 24 HOW TO USE Food Preservation Location (Applicable to some models only) (continued) Dairy Product Bin Store diary foods such as butter, Folding Shelf cheese, etc. Fold a shelf to store large-sized container or food. Door-In-Door Preserve frequently-taken out foods such as beverages, snacks, etc. Extra Space Preserve small foods such as eggs, ham, etc.
  • Page 25: Food Storage Tips

    HOW TO USE Storing Frozen Food Food Storage Tips * The following tips may not be applicable NOTE depending on the model. Check a freezer food guide or a reliable cookbook for further information about preparing Wrap or store food in the fridge in airtight and food for freezing or food storage times.
  • Page 26: Adjusting The Fridge Shelves

    HOW TO USE Storing Frozen Food (continued) Adjusting the Fridge Shelves Packaging The shelves in your fridge are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Your model may Successful freezing depends on correct have either glass or wire shelves. packaging. When you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or out.
  • Page 27: Using The Folding Shelf

    HOW TO USE Using the Folding Shelf When Closing the Door You can store taller items, such as containers or bottles, by simply pushing the front half of the shelf underneath the back half of the shelf. Pull the front of the shelf firmly toward you to return to a full shelf.
  • Page 28: Big Fresh Zone

    HOW TO USE Big Fresh Zone Refitting the Big Fresh Zone drawer Removal of the Big Fresh Zone drawer. Insert the left and right roller of the drawer into the guides whilst the draw is slightly lifted at the front, and push it in gently while Pull the drawer back to the end of its travel.
  • Page 29: How To Remove And Refit The Vegetable Box

    HOW TO USE How to remove and refit the How to refit vegetable box vegetable box Lift the vegetable box drawer assembly How to remove vegetable box on to an angle and place it into the fridge compartment ready for fitting. While the fridge doors are wide open, take out all the shelves from the fridge compartment.
  • Page 30: Extra Space (Multi Collection Corner)

    HOW TO USE Extra Space (Multi collection Tilting Fresh Basket corner) Ideal for storing vegetables soon to be eaten. Store small foods like eggs, ham, cheese, etc. Multi-collection corner supporter To open, lift the latch and gently pull the basket back.
  • Page 31: Tilting Fresh Basket Disassembly

    HOW TO USE Tilting Fresh Basket Disassembly Door-In-Door (Applicable to some models only) Raise magicspace cover up and take it out. The Door-In-Door compartment allows for easy access of commonly used food items. The inner Door-In-Door includes two door bins, Cheese &...
  • Page 32: Door-In-Door Shelf Disassembly

    HOW TO USE Door-In-Door Shelf Disassembly Remove screws on both sides of magic (Applicable to some models only) space cover. Raise magicspace cover up and take it out. Hold the bottom of lower basket and raise it up to take it out. Left : two separate Right : single unit type units type...
  • Page 33: Adjustable Moving Basket

    HOW TO USE Adjustable Moving Basket Ice Maker y To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with It can be moved up and down as necessary, and water and insert in its position. used conveniently. y To move Adjustable Moving Basket up or ice Trays down, remove all items from the basket first.
  • Page 34: Fresh Zone

    HOW TO USE Fresh Zone Freezer Drawer Removal y Put food in the fresh zone and keep the cap Pull out the Freezer drawer to the end of its tightly closed for storage. travel (as per below fig) and remove all of the y It is possible to keep fresh some food for contents.
  • Page 35: Refitting The Freezer Drawer

    HOW TO USE Freezer/Fridge basket Refitting the Freezer Drawer You can store small packaged frozen food (Freezer Insert both rollers into the guides with the basket), small packaged refrigerated food or front of the drawer slightly raised and gently beverages (Fridge basket) such as milk, water, push in.
  • Page 36: Smart Functions

    Wireless function S/W version : V 1.0 manual. y LG SmartThinQ is not responsible for For consideration of the user, this device should any network connection problems or any be installed and operated with a minimum...
  • Page 37: Smart Diagnosis™ Using A Smart Phone

    SMART FUNCTiONS Installing LG SmartThinQ Declaration of Conformity Search for the LG SmartThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download Hereby, LG Electronics declares that the radio and install the application.
  • Page 38: Using Smart Diagnosis

    Use this function if you need an accurate y Do not take the phone off the speaker diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer hole while the data is transmitted. information center when the appliance y Hold the phone to the upper right malfunctions or fails.
  • Page 39: Maintenance

    MAiNTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning y Both the fridge and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. y Wipe up spills immediately. y Always unplug the refrigeration before cleaning. General Cleaning Tips WARNiNg y Unplug fridge or disconnect power. Use non-flammable cleaner.
  • Page 40: Replacing The Pure N Fresh Filter

    MAiNTENANCE Replacing the Pure N Fresh filter Inside Walls (allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick) It is recommended that you replace the Pure N To help remove odors, you can wash the inside Fresh filter: of the fridge with a mixture of baking soda and warm water.
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTiNg TROUBLESHOOTING Review the Troubleshooting section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money. Problem Possible Causes Solutions Fridge and The fridge display control is set Cancel the OFF mode so that the unit Freezer section to OFF (some models).
  • Page 42 TROUBLESHOOTiNg Problem Possible Causes Solutions Fridge or Freezer Fridge was recently installed. It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment section is too to reach the desired temperature. warm. Air vents are blocked. Rearrange items to allow air to flow throughout the compartment.
  • Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTiNg Problem Possible Causes Solutions 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.
  • Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTiNg Problem Possible Causes Solutions 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).
  • Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTiNg Problem Possible Causes Solutions Pulsating or Your fridge is designed to Normal Operation High-Pitched run more efficiently to keep Sound your food items at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new fridge to run longer than your old one, but it is still more energy efficient than previous models.
  • Page 46 LG SmartThinQ. connected to the Mobile data for your smartphone Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 47: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance

    • Y ou can take your appliance either to the shop where you purchased the product, or contact your local government waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE collection point. For the most up to date information for your country please see www.lg.com/global/recycling...

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