LG GR-L219CPL Owner's Manual

LG GR-L219CPL Owner's Manual

Bottom freezer refrigerator

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OWNER'S MANUAL
BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
www.lg.com
P/NO : MFL37933595

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. www.lg.com P/NO : MFL37933595...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT FEATURES HOW TO USE Before Use Control Panel IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Control Panel Features In-Door Ice Bin COMPONENTS - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin Refrigerator Exterior Automatic Icemaker Refrigerator Interior - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off...
  • Page 3: Product Features

    PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT FEATURES * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER The water dispenser dispenses fresh, chilled water. The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice. DOOR ALARM The Door Alarm function sounds if a refrigerator door or freezer drawer remains open.
  • 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 cause serious injury and death, 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. Do not use this product for special purposes (storage of medicine or test materials or on ships, etc). Unplug the power plug before cleaning or maintaining the refrigerator.
  • 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. CAUTION Installation The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator.
  • Page 7: Components

    COMPONENTS COMPONENTS 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 Filtered Water and...
  • Page 8: Refrigerator Interior

    COMPONENTS Refrigerator Interior Key Parts and Components LED Interior Lamps The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator. Fixed Door Bins Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf The shelves in your re- frigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Fixed Door Bins Modular Door Bins...
  • Page 9: Special Features

    COMPONENTS Special Features Smart Diagnosis Speaker Hold your phone to this speaker when activating Smart Diagnosis. Refer to the Smart Diagnosis section for more details. SpacePlus Ice System Crispers Controls humidity and helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp. Mullion Folds in when the left door is opened.
  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the Unpacking Your Refrigerator refrigerator in a wet or damp area. WARNING Flooring Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be leveled and other injury.
  • Page 11: Removing/Assembling The Refrigerator Door Handles

    INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator Door Handles Assembling the Handles NOTE Removing the doors is always recommended when it If already removed, assemble the mounting fasteners at is necessary to move the refrigerator through a nar- both ends of the handle using a in.
  • Page 12: Removing/Assembling The Doors And Drawers

    INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers Removing the doors is always recommended when it is nec- essary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. WARNING If your entrance door is too narrow for the refrigera- tor to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway.
  • Page 13: Removing The Right Refrigerator Door

    INSTALLATION Removing the Right Refrigerator Door Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door Install the right-side door first. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1). Lift up the cover (2). Remove the cover. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin. Make sure that Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise.
  • Page 14: Assembling The Left Refrigerator Door

    INSTALLATION Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed. Insert the water supply tube at least 5/8 in. (15 mm) into the connector. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin. Hook the tab on the door switch side of the cover under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top.
  • Page 15: Removing The Freezer Drawers

    INSTALLATION Removing the Freezer Drawers Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up to separate it from the rails. The top and bottom drawers are all removed in the same way. In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity.
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION Bottom Freezer Drawer Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up to separate it from the rails. Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the bas- ket by lifting the basket from the rail system. With both hands, flex the center bar enough to allow the gears on both ends to release from the track.
  • Page 17: Assembling The Freezer Drawers

    INSTALLATION Assembling the Freezer Drawers Bottom Freezer Drawer To reinstall the freezer drawer, hold the center bar with both hands and pull it out until both rails are fully Top Freezer Drawer extended. To reinstall the freezer drawer, hold the center bar with both hands and pull it out until both rails are fully extended.
  • Page 18: Connecting The Water Line

    INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Line Water Pressure A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between Before You Begin 150kpa ~ 500 kpa on models without a water filter and between 200 ~ 500kpa on models with a water filter. These Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of requirements are essential for correct and reliable operation.
  • Page 19: Leveling And Door Alignment

    INSTALLATION Door Alignment Leveling and Door Alignment Leveling Both the left and right refrigerator doors have an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower them to After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a align properly. If the space between your doors is uneven, 3-prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the follow the instructions below to align the doors evenly: final position.
  • Page 20: How To Use

    HOW TO USE HOW TO USE Before Use Clean the refrigerator. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping. CAUTION Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that contains alcohol, a flam- mable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape or adhesive from the refrigerator,.
  • Page 21: Control Panel

    HOW TO USE Control Panel * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Control Panel Features The LED Display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status mes- sages. Ice Type Press the ICE TYPE button to select either Crushed or Cubed Ice.
  • Page 22 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features (continued) CAUTION Display Mode (For Store Use Only) Light The Display Mode disables all cooling in the refrigera- tor and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store. When activated, OFF will Press the LIGHT button, to turn on the dispenser light.
  • Page 23: In-Door Ice Bin

    HOW TO USE In-Door Ice Bin Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin Carefully insert the in-door ice bin while slightly slanting it * Depending on the model, some of the following functions to avoid contact with the icemaker. may not be available. CAUTION Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute.
  • Page 24: Automatic Icemaker

    HOW TO USE Automatic Icemaker * Depending on the model, some of the following functions Icemaker may not be available. Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dis- Power Switch penser. The icemaker will produce 12 cubes per cycle— approximately 48~120 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions.
  • Page 25: When You Should Turn The Icemaker Off

    HOW TO USE When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off Automatic Icemaker (continued) When the water supply will be shut off for several CAUTION hours. When the ice bin is removed for more than one or two The first ice and water dispensed may include particles minutes.
  • Page 26: Ice And Water Dispenser

    HOW TO USE Ice and Water Dispenser Incorrect Way Correct Way * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Water CAUTION Keep children away from the dispenser. Children may play with or damage the controls. Dispenser Water Switch CAUTION...
  • Page 27: Storing Food

    HOW TO USE Storing Food 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. Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf Vegetable Storage (Crisper) Adjustable shelves to meet your individual Preserves vegetables and fruit.
  • Page 28: Food Storage Tips

    HOW TO USE Storing Frozen Food Food Storage Tips * The following tips may not be applicable depending on NOTE the model. Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook for fur- Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture- ther information about preparing food for freezing or proof material unless otherwise noted.
  • Page 29: Humidity Controlled Crisper

    HOW TO USE Humidity Controlled Crisper Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Humidity Controlled Crisper The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer. To remove the Humidity Controlled Crisper, pull out the Crisper to full extension, lift the front up and pull straight out.
  • Page 30: Adjusting The Refrigerator Shelves

    HOW TO USE To Remove the Glass Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves Lift up the glass under the crisper cover, and pull up and out. The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Your model may have glass or wire shelves.
  • Page 31: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both sections about once a month to pre- vent odors. Wipe up spills immediately. Always unplug the refrigeration before cleaning. General Cleaning Tips Inside Walls (Disconnect the power and allow the freezer to warm up so Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
  • Page 32: Light Bulb Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Light bulb replacement Power interruptions WARNING If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen. Electrical Shock Hazard Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, remove all the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker food and store it in a different refrigerator or frozen food locker.
  • Page 33: Replacing The Water Filter

    To purchase a replacement water filter: - Visit your local dealer or distributor - Web: Find Parts & Accessories from Support section of lg.com - Call : 1300 54 2273 (Austrailia) 0800 54 2273 (New Zealand) Part number of the replacement water filter:...
  • Page 34: Smart Diagnosis

    1300 54 2273. Only use the Smart Diagnosis feature when For best results, do not move the phone while the instructed to do so by the LG call center agent. The transmis- tones are being transmitted. sion sounds that you will hear are normal and sound similar If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate to a fax machine.
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Review the Troubleshooting section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money. Problem Possible Causes Solutions Refrigerator and Freezer The refrigerator control is set to OFF (some Turn the control ON. Refer to the Setting the section are not cooling.
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Refrigerator or Freezer Refrigerator was recently installed. It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to section is too warm. reach the desired temperature. Air vents are blocked. Rearrange items to allow air to fl ow throughout the compartment.
  • Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Food is freezing Food with high water content was placed Rearrange items with high water content away from in the refrigerator near an air vent. air vents. compartment. Refrigerator temperature control is set If the temperature is too cold, adjust the control one incorrectly.
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is not making Doors are opened often or for long periods If the doors of the unit are opened often, ambient enough ice (continued). of time. air will warm the refrigerator which will prevent the unit from maintaining the set temperature.
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is not making Refrigerator was recently installed or It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to ice. icemaker recently connected. reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker to begin making ice. Icemaker not turned on.
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Ice has bad taste or odor. Water supply contains minerals such as A water fi lter may need to be installed to eliminate sulfur. taste and odor problems. NOTE: In some cases, a fi lter may not help. It may not be possible to remove all minerals / odor / taste in all water supplies.
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Clicking The defrost control will click when the Normal Operation 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 the fl ow of Normal Operation refrigerant, the water line on the back of the unit, or items stored on top of or around the...
  • Page 42 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Doors will not close Food packages are blocking the door open. Rearrange food containers to clear the door and door correctly or pop open. shelves. Ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, bins, or baskets are out of position.

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