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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL FRENCH DOOR FRIDGE 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 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT FEATURES HOW TO USE Before Use Control Panel IMPORTANT SAFETY - Control Panel Features INSTRUCTIONS In-Door Ice Bin - Removing the In-Door Ice Bin - Refitting the In-Door Ice Bin COMPONENTS Automatic Icemaker - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off Fridge Exterior - When You Should Turn the Icemaker 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 the plumbed, chilled water. The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice. DOOR ALARM The Door Alarm function sounds if a fridge 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: This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials or for use on ships, etc.
- Page 6 If the fridge is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five minutes before plugging it back in. If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the fridge immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.
- 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: WARNING Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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Page 8: Components
COMPONENTS COMPONENTS Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your fridge. *The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model. Fridge Exterior Handle Opens and closes Filtered Water and the door. -
Page 9: Fridge Interior
COMPONENTS Fridge Interior Adjustable Fridge Shelf The shelves in your fridge are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. LED interior lamps Door-In-Door Case The interior lamps light up A convenient storage area for the inside of the fridge. frequently-used items that require easy access. -
Page 10: 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 Disassembling/Refitting fridge location 4 Connecting the water 5 Leveling and Door supply and water line Alignment NOTE... -
Page 11: Unpacking Your Fridge
INSTALLATION Unpacking Your Fridge Choosing the Proper Location Select a place where a water supply can WARNING be easily connected for the automatic icemaker. Use two or more people to move and install the fridge. Failure to do so can NOTE result in back or other injury. -
Page 12: Ambient Temperature
INSTALLATION Removing/Refitting the Ambient Temperature Fridge Door Handles Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 13°C and 43°C. If the temperature around the appliance is too low or NOTE high, cooling ability may be adversely affected. When it is necessary to move the fridge through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure. -
Page 13: Removing/Refitting The Freezer Drawer Handle
INSTALLATION Removing/Refitting the Removing/Refitting the Doors Freezer Drawer Handle and Drawers. (Disconnect the mains power before removing Removing the Handle any doors and drawers) Loosen the set screws located on the When it is necessary to move the fridge lower side of the handle with a in. -
Page 14: Removing The Left Fridge Door
INSTALLATION Removing the Left Fridge Door (turn Remove the cover and pull out the tube off the water supply to the Fridge Disconnect all wire harnesses before commencing) The water supply is connected to the upper right part of the rear surface of the fridge. -
Page 15: Removing The Right Fridge Door
INSTALLATION Removing the Right Fridge Door Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge Remove the top hinge cover screw lever latch. Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a flat-head screwdriver. -
Page 16: Refitting The Right Fridge Door
INSTALLATION Refitting the Right Fridge Door Connect the wire harness Install the right-side door first. Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure. Make sure that the door-switch located inside the cover is tightly connected. -
Page 17: Refitting The Left Fridge Door
INSTALLATION Refitting the Left Fridge Door Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case and pull it through the Install the left fridge door after the right door is backplate. installed. Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. -
Page 18: Removing The Customchill™ Drawer
INSTALLATION Removing the CustomChill™ Drawer NOTE Pull the drawer open to full extension. Collet Remove the basket by lifting the basket Tube from the rail system. Insert Line 1) Gently insert the tube until only one line shows on the tube. NOTE (Correct) Before removing the CustomChill™... -
Page 19: Refitting The Customchill™ Drawer
INSTALLATION Refitting the CustomChill™ Drawer Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up to separate it from the rails. Use both hands to pull out the rails simultaneously until they are both fully extended. CAUTION Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. -
Page 20: Removing The Freezer Drawer
INSTALLATION Removing the Freezer Drawer Reconnect the wire harness to the connection at the end of the right rail by aligning the two ends and pushing them CAUTION together until you hear a click. The tabs should snap back into place. Tug gently to Use two or more people to remove and make sure the connection is secure. - Page 21 INSTALLATION Remove the middle drawer by pulling the With both hands, grip both sides of the drawer out to full extension. Lift the front drawer and pull it up to remove it from the of the drawer up, then pull it straight out. rails.
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Page 22: Refitting The Freezer Drawer
INSTALLATION Refitting the Freezer Drawer Insert the the top pullout drawer into the frame, and push the drawer back into place With both hands, pull out each rail until you hear a click. simultaneously until both rails are fully extended. Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the Slightly tilt up the front of the middle drawer supports into the rail tabs located on... -
Page 23: Connecting The Water Line
INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Line Before You Begin CAUTION This water line installation is not covered by Wear eye protection during installation the fridge warranty. Follow these instructions to prevent injury. carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/ If you are not confident or unsure about... -
Page 24: Leveling And Door Alignment
INSTALLATION Leveling and Door Alignment Door Alignment Leveling The left fridge door has an adjustable nut, located After installing, plug the fridge’s power cord on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower the door into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push the for proper alignment. -
Page 25: How To Use
HOW TO USE HOW TO USE Before use Clean the fridge. Clean your fridge thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping. CAUTION 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 26: Control Panel
HOW TO USE Control Panel * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Control Panel Features Ice Type Press the Ice Type button to choose either cubed or crushed ice. The cubed or crushed ice icon will illuminate. - Page 27 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features (continued) ( On some Change Filter Lock models) When the Change Filter icon turns on, the air filter The Lock function disables every other button needs to be replaced. After replacing the air filter, on the display panel.
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Page 28: In-Door Ice Bin
HOW TO USE In-Door Ice Bin * Depending on the model, some of the To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the following functions may not be available. front handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull out the bin as shown. CAUTION Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute. -
Page 29: Automatic Icemaker
HOW TO USE Automatic Icemaker Water fills the ice tray. * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce 50~140 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and... -
Page 30: When You Should Turn The Icemaker Off
HOW TO USE Automatic Icemaker When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off (continued) When the water supply will be shut off for several hours. CAUTION When the ice bin is removed for more The first ice and water dispensed may than one or two minutes. -
Page 31: 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 to prevent children playing with or damaging the controls. Dispenser Water switch CAUTION... -
Page 32: Storing Food
HOW TO USE Storing Food Food Preservation Location 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. Vegetable storage Adjustable fridge shelf (Crisper) Adjustable shelves to meet Preserves vegetables your individual storage needs. -
Page 33: 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 guide or a reliable cookbook for further information about preparing food Wrap or store food in the fridge in airtight and for freezing or food storage times. -
Page 34: Humidity Controlled Crisper
HOW TO USE Storing Frozen Food (continued) Humidity Controlled Crisper Packaging * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When you close and seal the The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit package, it must not allow air or moisture in or and vegetables by letting you easily control out. -
Page 35: Removing And Refitting The Storage Bins
HOW TO USE Removing and Refitting the To Remove the Glass Storage Bins (Pantry drawer not shown for clarity) Lift up the glass under the crisper cover, and Humidity Controlled Crisper pull up and out. To remove, pull out the Crisper to full extension, lift the front up, and pull straight out. -
Page 36: Door-In-Door
HOW TO USE Door-In-Door To replace the Door-In-Door case, line up the tabs on the Door-In-Door Case with Door-In-Door Compartment the slots on the door and push the case down until it snaps into place. To access the Door-in-Door compartment, gently press the button on the right fridge door handle to open the door. -
Page 37: Customchill™ Drawer
HOW TO USE CustomChill™ Drawer The CustomChill™ Drawer provides storage space with a variable temperature control that Control Panel can be adjusted to keep the compartment either slightly colder or warmer than the fridge. Setting the Temperature Control Lock Press the Select/Lock button repeatedly to The control panel can also be locked to prevent toggle through the four temperature settings. -
Page 38: Adjusting The Fridge Shelves
HOW TO USE Adjusting the Fridge Shelves Using the Folding Shelf You can store taller items, such as a gallon The shelves in your fridge are adjustable to container or bottles, by simply pushing the meet your individual storage needs. Your front half of the shelf underneath the back half model may have glass or wire shelves. -
Page 39: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Both the fridge and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately. Always unplug the fridge before cleaning. General Cleaning Tips Inside Walls (allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick) Unplug fridge or disconnect power. -
Page 40: Replacing The Pure N Fresh Filter
MAINTENANCE Replacing the Pure N Fresh Filter Replacing the Water Filter NOTE It is recommended that you replace the Pure N Fresh Filter: This fridge does not require a filter bypass plug when the filter is not in place. Approximately every six months. When the CHANGE FILTER light turns on. -
Page 41: Smart Diagnosis
LG service center. Only use the Press and hold Smart Diagnosis™ feature when instructed the Freezer button to do so by the LG call center agent. The for three seconds transmission sounds that you will hear are while continuing normal and sound similar to a fax machine. -
Page 42: 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 control is set to OFF Turn the control ON. Refer to the Setting the Freezer section (some models). - Page 43 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 44 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 45 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 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is not Doors are opened often or for If the doors of the unit are opened often, ambient making enough long periods of time. air will warm the fridge which will prevent the unit ice (continued).
- Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Not dispensing Doors are not closed Ice will not dispense if any of the fridge doors are ice. completely. left open. Infrequent use of the dispenser. Infrequent use of the ice dispenser will cause the cubes to stick together over time, which will prevent them from properly dispensing.
- Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Not dispensing New installation or water line Dispense 10 liters of water (flush for water. recently connected. approximately 5 minutes) to remove trapped air and contaminants from the system. Do not dispense the entire 10 liters amount continuously.
- Page 49 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Ice has bad taste Water supply contains minerals A water filter may need to be installed to or odor. such as sulfur. eliminate taste and odor problems. NOTE: In some cases, a filter may not help. It may not be possible to remove all minerals / odor / taste in all water supplies.
- Page 50 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is Icemaker shutoff (arm/sensor) Empty the ice bin. If your icemaker is equipped making too much is obstructed. with an ice shutoff arm, make sure that the arm ice. 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.
- Page 51 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.
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