LG LFX28979SW Owner's Manual page 44

44 TROUBLESHOOTING
Icemaker is not making
ice.
Not dispensing water.
Refrigerator was recently installed or
icemaker recently connected.
Icemaker not turned on.
The ice detecting sensor is obstructed.
The refrigerator is not connected to a water
supply or the supply shutoff valve is not
turned on.
Icemaker shutoff (arm or sensor) obstructed.
Reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply.
It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to
reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker
to begin making ice.
Locate the icemaker ON/OFF switch and confirm
that it is in the ON (I) position.
Foreign substances or frost on the ice-detecting
sensor can interrupt ice production. Make sure
that the sensor area is clean at all times for proper
operation.
Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn the
water shutoff valve fully open.
If your icemaker is equipped with an ice shutoff
arm, make sure that the arm 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.
Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce
the water pressure below the minimum amount
and result in icemaker issues. (Refer to the Water
Pressure section.)
New installation or water line recently Dispense 2.5 gallons of water (flush for
connected, approximately 5 minutes) to remove trapped air and
contaminates from the system. Do not dispense the
entire 2.5 gallon amount continuously. Depress and
release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds
ON and 60 seconds OFF.
The dispenser panel is locked. Press and hold the Lock button for three seconds to
unlock the control panel and dispenser.
The dispenser is not set for water The dispenser can be set for ice or water. Make
dispensing, certain that the control panel is set for the proper
operation. Press the Water button on the control
panel to dispense water.
Refrigerator or freezer doors are not closed Water will not dispense if any of the refrigerator
properly, doors are left open.
Water filter has been recently removed or
replaced.
Tubing connecting refrigerator to house
supply valve is kinked.
The house water supply is not connected,
the valve is not turned on fully, or the valve
is clogged.
After the water filter is replaced, dispense 2.5
gallons of water (flush for approximately 5 minutes)
to remove trapped air and contaminates from the
system. Do not dispense the entire 2.5 gallon
amount continuously. Depress and release the
dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60
seconds OFF.
The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is moved
during installation or cleaning resulting in reduced
water flow. Straighten or repair the water supply line
and arrange it to prevent future kinks.
Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn the
water shutoff valve fully open.
If the problem persists, it may be necessary to
contact a plumber.