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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. www.lg.com...
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Page 3: Safety Messages
SAFETY MESSAGES BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. -
Page 4: Recommended Grounding Method
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS Do not, under any circumstances, cut or IMPORTANT: Please read carefully. remove the third (ground) prong from the TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY power cord. NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, WARNING cleaning,or removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control, depending on the model)to OFF and Electrical Shock Hazard... -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Don’t use an extension cord • If water pressure does not reach the rating 147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm ) or below, it is necessary to If possible, connect the refrigerator to its own purchase a separate pressure pump for normal individual electrical outlet to prevent it and other automatic icing and cool water feed. - Page 6 w w WARNING Do not extend or modify the length of the Unplug the power plug when cleaning, power plug. handling or replacing the interior lamp of the refrigerator. It causes electric shock or fire by the electric damage of the power •...
- Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2. When using the refrigerator Do not place the heavy object or the Do not install the refrigerator in the wet dangerous object place or the place which (container with liquid) on water or rain splashes. the refrigerator. Deterioration of insulation of electric parts may cause It may be dropped to cause injury,...
- Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not place flower vase, cup, In case of thunder and lightning, or not in cosmetics, medicine or any use for a long period of container with water on the time, detach the power refrigerator. plug. It may cause fire, electric shock or There is a danger of injury by dropping down.
- Page 9 w w CAUTION Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please. Do not insert the hands into the ice bucket Do not touch food or containers at the or the ice dispenser. freezer with wet hands. Operating the ice maker may It may cause frostbite.
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Page 10: Parts And Features
PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features.Page references are included for your convenience. NOTE: This guide covers several different 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. -
Page 11: Refrigerator Installation
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION INSTALLATION w w WARNING • To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor. Excessive Weight Hazard • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended. Use two or more people to move and install •... -
Page 12: How To Remove Door Handles
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door handles. NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page. Mounting 1. Removing Refrigerator Handle Fasteners •... - Page 13 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page. 1. Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle • Place the handle on the door by adjusting handle footprints to fit mounting fastners and tighten the set screws with the 3/32”...
- Page 14 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1. Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE: Handle appearance may vary. IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any bins from doors. To remove the left refrigerator door: To remove the right refrigerator door: •...
- Page 15 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2. Replacing Refrigerator Door Install the right-side door first. • Fit the top hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch (2) and into place. Rotate the lever (3) • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
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Page 16: How To Remove And Install The Pullout Drawer
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL • With both hands, hold both sides of the door and pull it up to separate it from the rails. THE PULLOUT DRAWER IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions. - Page 17 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions. 2. Installing Pullout Drawer • With both hands, hold the center bar and push it out to let both rails out to full extension simultaneously.
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Page 18: Leveling And Door Alignment
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT Door Alignment Leveling After installing, secure the product with the LEG not to move left or right. Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws— one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below:... -
Page 19: Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AIR SETTING THE CONTROLS CIRCULATION • Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the temperature in the freezer and In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must refrigerator compartments. flow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. -
Page 20: Adjusting Control Settings
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight before making final adjustments. It is best to wait and moisture-proof material unless otherwise 24 hours before doing this. -
Page 21: Storing Frozen Food
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR STORING FROZEN FOOD Freezing Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large NOTE: For further information about preparing quantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen food food for freezing or food storage times, check a into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours freezer guide or a reliable cookbook. -
Page 22: Refrigerator Section
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SECTION CAUTION : Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food. REFRIGERATOR SHELVES The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to Sliding Out Shelves meet your individual storage needs. -
Page 23: Crisper Humidity Control
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL GLIDE‘N’SERVE You can control the amount of humidity in the The Glide‘N’Serve provides storage space with a moisture-sealed crispers. Store vegetables or variable temperature control that keeps the fruits requiring more or less humidity in separate compartment colder than refrigerator. -
Page 24: Modular Door Bin
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR MODULAR DOOR BIN ICE BIN 1. To separate the ice bin, pull out the drawer as The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting. much as possible. 2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. 1. -
Page 25: Tilt-Out Door Basket (Optional)
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR TILT-OUT DOOR BASKET (Optional) DURABASE DIVIDER You can remove foods easily by tilting out the The Durabase divider allows you to organize the wire basket in the freezer compartment. Durabase area into sections. 1. To remove, pull the bracket upward until you hear a clicking sound and remove the wire rack. -
Page 26: General Cleaning Tips
CARE AND CLEANING PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels) WARNING Do not use window sprays, abrasive cleansers, or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the material. CONDENSER COILS Remove Back cover. Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to clean Explosion Hazard condenser coils.Vacuum coils Use non-flammable cleaner. -
Page 27: Care And Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING POWER INTERRUPTIONS WHEN YOU MOVE 1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, When you are moving your refrigerator to a new keep all refrigerator doors closed to help foods home, follow these steps to prepare it for the stay cold and frozen. -
Page 28: Normal Sounds You May Hear
1_MFL37933573_Eng 2010.5.3 6:38 PM 페이지28 ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE w w WARNING ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O (OFF) Personal Injury Hazard • When the water supply will be shut off for DO NOT insert your hands in to the Icemaker several hours. -
Page 29: Connecting The Water Line
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE • Two 1/4″ ″ outer BEFORE YOU BEGIN diameter This water line installation is not warranted by the compression nuts refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow and 2 ferrules these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of (sleeves) to connect expensive water damage. - Page 30 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE (CONTINUED) VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule 4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.
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Page 31: Plug In The Refrigerator
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE 10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE REFRIGERATOR SHUTOFF VALVE Removing and Replacing Valve Cover Tighten any connections that leak. Reattach the compressor compartment NOTE: access cover. • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. -
Page 32: Understanding Sounds You May Hear
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU • The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat MAY HEAR control (or refrigerator control, depending on the Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your model) will also click when cycling on and off. old one didn’t make. - Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Check if… Then… ❿¤Modern refrigerators with more storage COMPRESSOR The refrigerator that was replaced was MOTOR SEEMS an older model. space require more operating time. ❿¤The motor will run longer under warm TO RUN TOO The room temperature is hotter than MUCH normal.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Check if… Then… ❿ Discard first few batches of ice to avoid ICE HAS OFF- The icemaker was recently installed. TASTE OR discolored or off-flavored ice. ODOR ❿ Throw away old ice and make new The ice has been stored for too long. supply.
- Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Check if… Then… ❿ Locate air vents by using your hand to TEMPERATURE The air vents are blocked. Cold air IS TOO WARM circulates from the freezer to the fresh sense airflow and move all packages OR THERE IS food section and back again through that block vents and restrict airflow.
- Page 36 MEMO GC-B288ULNV R600a, 60g China...