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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRIDGE & FREEZER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
ENGLISH
MFL70525091
Rev.00_090220
Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference. ENGLISH www.lg.com MFL70525091 Rev.00_090220 Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Before Use ......................21 Product Features....................23 Control Panel ....................27 Ice and Water Dispenser.................28 Automatic Icemaker ..................30 InstaView......................32 Door in Door .....................33 Drawer.......................34 Shelf ........................35 Door Basket ......................36 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................37 Smart Diagnosis ....................38 MAINTENANCE Cleaning ......................40 Water Filter .......................41...
  • Page 3 global_main.book.book Page 3 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service................43 APPENDIX Warranty ......................51...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    global_main.book.book Page 4 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below.
  • Page 5 global_main.book.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;...
  • Page 6 • Do not clean the appliance with brushes, cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material. • Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
  • Page 7 • Ensure that the outlet socket is properly grounded, and that the earth pin on the power cord is not damaged or removed from the power plug. For more details on grounding, inquire at an LG Electronics customer information centre.
  • Page 8 • Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it. • Immediately unplug the power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you detect a strange sound, odour, or smoke coming from the appliance.

  • Page 9: Caution

    global_main.book.book Page 9 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be careful of nearby children when you open or close the appliance door. The door may bump the child and cause injury. • Avoid the danger of children getting trapped inside the appliance. A child trapped inside the appliance can cause suffocation.
  • Page 10 They may shatter if exposed to sudden temperature changes. • Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall. • To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics customer information centre. • Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin in the freezer compartment...

  • Page 11: Caring For The Environment

    global_main.book.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT Disposal of Your Old Appliance • When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is depicted on the product and its operator’s manual, it means the product is covered by the e-waste Management and Handling Rules, 2011 and are meant to be recycled, dismantled, refurbished or disposed off.
  • Page 12 Toll Free No. 1800- 315-9999 / 1800-180-9999 for details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information, please visit :...

  • Page 13: Installation Before Installation

    global_main.book.book Page 13 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installation • The internal temperatures could be affected by the location of the appliance, the ambient temperature, the frequency of door opening and Dimensions and Clearances so on. Too small of a distance from adjacent items may •...

  • Page 14: Removing The Fridge And Freezer Door

    global_main.book.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION Accessories Removing the Left Fridge Door The water supply line is connected to the top *1 This feature is only available on some models. right part at the back of the appliance. Hold the water supply connection and gently push the collet to detach the water supply line then...
  • Page 15 global_main.book.book Page 15 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION Lift the left fridge door until it is free of the CAUTION middle hinge assembly. • When lifting the hinge free of the hinge lever latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Water Line

    global_main.book.book Page 16 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION Remove the door by lifting it off the lower • If the water tube end is damaged, it should be hinge pin. trimmed to ensure it does not leak when refitted. Not straight Damaged Stretched...

  • Page 17: Levelling And Door Alignment

    global_main.book.book Page 17 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION match the thread size of the connector NOTE provided. • This water line installation is not covered by the appliance warranty. Connecting Water to the Appliance Unscrew the metal threaded collar nut at the back of the appliance and place it over one end Checking the Water Connection of the water tube.
  • Page 18 global_main.book.book Page 18 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION Door Alignment for Freezer NOTE Door - Spanner Type A If the door of the appliance is not level, adjust the difference in the height of appliance door. - Spanner Type B Open the door and use the spanner loosen the keeper nut by turning it to the left.

  • Page 19: Turning On The Power

    global_main.book.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION Use the spanner to fasten the keeper nut by If the door is too low, lift the right door up and use turning it to the right. a pair of long nose pliers to insert C-Clips until both doors are level.
  • Page 20 global_main.book.book Page 20 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM INSTALLATION Move the appliance with more than two people carefully. When transporting the appliance over a long distance, keep the appliance upright. After installing the appliance, connect the power plug into a mains outlet socket and switch it on.

  • Page 21: Operation Before Use

    NOTE specifications. If you wish to minimise the impact • Contact the LG Electronics customer information on the food storage due to a temperature rise, centre if the alarm sound continues even after seal or wrap the stored food in several layers.
  • Page 22 global_main.book.book Page 22 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION • Do not store food for a long period of time if it • Express Freeze must be switched on for 2 hours spoils easily at a low temperature. before fresh products are placed in the freezer compartment.

  • Page 23: Product Features

    global_main.book.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Product Features The appearance or components of the appliance may differ from model to model. Exterior *1 This feature is only available on some models. Control Panel Sets the fridge temperature and freezer temperature, the water filter condition and the dispenser mode.
  • Page 24 global_main.book.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Interior *1 This feature is only available on some models. Standard Door Model: Door in Door Model:...
  • Page 25 global_main.book.book Page 25 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION InstaView Door in Door Model: LED Lamp The LED lamps inside the fridge light up when you open the door. Air Filter Reduces odours inside the fridge compartment. Automatic Icemaker This is where ice is automatically produced and stored.
  • Page 26 global_main.book.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Fridge Shelf Stores refrigerated foods and fresh foods. Stores the foods with higher moisture content at the front of the shelf. The shelf height can be adjusted by inserting the shelf in another groove of different height. Folding Shelf This is adjustable to meet individual storage needs.

  • Page 27: Control Panel

    global_main.book.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Control Panel The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel and Functions Express Freeze This function can quickly freeze a large amount of ice or frozen foods. •...

  • Page 28: Ice And Water Dispenser

    Wi-Fi This button allows the appliance to connect to a home Wi-Fi network. Refer to Smart Functions for information on the initial setup of the LG ThinQ application. Water & Ice Type Select a desired dispenser mode from the buttons on the control panel. Press the dispenser switch with a glass or other container to dispense cubed ice, water or crushed ice.
  • Page 29 global_main.book.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION • Use a cup with a rim of over 68 mm in diameter NOTE when dispensing water, cubed ice or crushed ice. • When the ice maker produces smaller ice cubes, •...

  • Page 30: Automatic Icemaker

    global_main.book.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Fill with bottle or filtered water up to the NOTE maximum fill line. (Total capacity: 4 ℓ) • Before using the water dispenser tank after installing the appliance, it should be washed before filling it with water.
  • Page 31 • If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water tank and the water supply for a possible source. Power Switch If the problem continues, contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. Do not Auto Shutoff (feeler arm) use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.

  • Page 32: Instaview

    global_main.book.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the front hooked up to water. To stop the buzzing, move the handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly power switch to OFF (O). pull out the bin as shown.

  • Page 33: Door In Door

    global_main.book.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Door in Door beverages and snacks, without opening the fridge door. This feature is only available on some models. Using the Door in Door Pull the lever at the bottom of the door upwards until the door in door opens.

  • Page 34: Drawer

    global_main.book.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION To lower the moving basket, press up to Lift up and remove the baskets from the door release the levers at the side of the basket and in door casing. lower the basket until it clicks into place.

  • Page 35: Shelf

    global_main.book.book Page 35 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Remove the contents of the drawer. Hold the With the drawer fully extended, lift up the front handle of the vegetable drawer and gently pull and pull the drawer out to remove it. it out.

  • Page 36: Door Basket

    global_main.book.book Page 36 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM OPERATION Removing/Refitting the Shelf To remove the baskets, simply lift the basket up and pull straight out. Tilt up the front of the shelf and then lift the shelf straight up. To assemble the baskets, slide it in above the Pull the shelf out.

  • Page 37: Smart Functions

    Internet service provider or refer to your appliance improvement purposes without notice wireless router manual. to users. • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network • Functions may vary by model. connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.

  • Page 38: Smart Diagnosis

    Installing the LG ThinQ LG Electronics will also provide open source code to Application you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of...
  • Page 39 LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 40: Maintenance Cleaning

    global_main.book.book Page 40 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Cleaning the Interior • When removing a shelf or drawer from inside General Cleaning Tips the appliance, remove all stored foods from the shelf or drawer to prevent injury or damage to •...

  • Page 41: Water Filter

    - Visit your local dealer or distributor or contact • Do not install on hot water supply lines. The the LG Electronics Customer Information maximum operating water temperature of this filter system is 37.8 °C.
  • Page 42 Dispense water for approximately 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminants. CAUTION • Failure to replace filters when required or using non LG authorised water filters can cause the filter cartridge to leak and result in property damage.
  • Page 43 global_main.book.book Page 43 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Cooling Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution There is no Is there a power interruption? refrigeration or • Check the power of other appliances. freezing. Check the power of other appliances. •...
  • Page 44 global_main.book.book Page 44 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution The appliance contains Is the fridge or freezer temperature set to 'Warm'? a bad smell. • Set the fridge or freezer temperature to a colder setting. Did you put in food with a strong smell? •...
  • Page 45 • Press I on the automatic icemaker switch or set ON for the automatic icemaker button on the control panel. (For more details on how to use, visit LG Electronics website or use your smart device.) Is the temperature of the freezer compartment set too high? •...
  • Page 46 global_main.book.book Page 46 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water does not come The supply valve may be turned off. (For Plumbed models Only) out. • Open the water supply valve. • Check if the fridge compartment temperature is too cold, as the water filter can freeze and block the water flow to the dispenser.
  • Page 47 global_main.book.book Page 47 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Condensation & Frost Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution There is condensation Did you store hot food without cooling it first? inside the appliance or • Cool the hot food first before putting it inside the fridge or freezer. on the bottom of the vegetable drawer Did you leave the appliance door open?
  • Page 48 The inside lamp in the Lamp failure appliance does not • Close the door and re-open. If the lamp does not turn on, please contact turn on. the LG Electronics customer information centre. Do not attempt removal of the lamp.
  • Page 49 global_main.book.book Page 49 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM TROUBLESHOOTING Noises Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution The appliance is noisy Is the appliance installed on a weak floor or improperly levelled? and generates • Install the appliance on a solid and flat area. abnormal sounds.
  • Page 50 • Find the Wi-Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it, then not connected to the register your appliance on LG ThinQ. Wi-Fi network. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 51 Warranty and Service Information Warranty The LG Refrigerator comes with 1 + 4 or 9*(Selected Model) year warranty, from the date of purchase, that comprises of a 1 year warranty on all Parts (except Consumables, Loose Plastic Parts, Glass) in the first year...
  • Page 52 global_main.book.book Page 52 Wednesday, September 2, 2020 8:03 AM APPENDIX 8. In case of any damage to the product / customer abuse/ repairs by un-authorised personnels/ misuse detected/ by the Authorized Service Center personnel, the warranty conditions are not applicable and repairs will be done subject to availability of parts and on a chargeable basis only.
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