SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
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•Ensure that the socket outlet 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. •This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding power plug.
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•Do not use a multi socket outlet which is not properly grounded (portable). In case of using a properly-grounded multi socket outlet (portable), use the multi socket outlet with the current capacity of the power code rating or higher and use the multi socket outlet only for the appliance.
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•Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands. •If water penetrates electrical parts of the appliance, disconnect power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre. •Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the cold air, cover or heat releasing grille on the back.
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LPG, combustible spray, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance. •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.
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•Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a candle inside to remove the odours. •Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process. •Connect the water supply line (for plumbed models only) to a potable water source only.
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Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials This symbol alerts you to flammable materials that can ignite and cause a fire if you do not take care. •This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), but it is also combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged.
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Operation •Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands. It may cause frostbite. •Do not place glass containers, bottles or cans (especially those containing carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment, shelves or ice bin that will be exposed to temperatures below freezing.
Maintenance •Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall. •To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics customer information centre. Disposal of Your Old Appliance • This crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that waste electrical and electronic products (WEEE) should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream.
INSTALLATION Before Installation Ambient Temperature • The appliance is designed to operate within a Dimensions and Clearances limited range of ambient temperatures, depending on the climate zone. • Too small of a distance from adjacent items may • The internal temperature could be affected by result in the degradation of freezing capability the location of the appliance, the ambient and increased electricity costs.
Removing/Assembling the Remove the connector by pulling it in both directions by pressing down on the hook of Doors the wire harness connector. • When it is necessary to move the appliance through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure. WARNING •...
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Refitting the Fridge Doors Removing the Freezer Doors Mount the doors in the reverse sequence of Remove the two hinge bolts. their removal once the appliance has been passed through all access doors. NOTE • If the water tube end is damaged, it should be trimmed to ensure it does not leak when refitted.
Leveling Turn the adjustment hinge pin clockwise or counterclockwise using the spanner If the appliance seems unsteady, or the doors To lower the door, turn the adjustment hinge do not close easily, adjust the appliance’s tilt. pin clockwise. To raise the door, turn the adjustment hinge pin counterclockwise.
Connecting the Water Line Adjusting the Height of the Left Fridge Door Water Supply Requirements If the left door is lower, lift the left door, and turn the hinge bolt using the spanner as in the A cold water supply with water pressure drawing.
Connecting the Water Tube to the Close the Water filter cover. Appliance Unscrew the metal threaded collar nut at the back of the appliance and place it over one end of the water tube. Firmly push the water tube onto the water inlet valve and tighten up the collar nut.
Connecting the Appliance After installing the appliance, connect the power plug into a socket outlet. NOTE • After connecting the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet, wait 2 or 3 hours before you put food into the appliance. If you add food before the appliance has cooled completely, your food may spoil.
OPERATION Notes for Operation Suggestion for Energy Saving • Ensure there is sufficient space between • Users should keep in mind that frost can form. stored foods. This allows cold air to be If the door is not closed completely, if the circulated evenly and lowers electricity bills.
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Storing Foods Effectively Max Freezing Capacity • Store frozen food or refrigerated food inside • The Express Freeze function will set the sealed containers. freezer to its maximum freezing capacity. • Check the expiration date and label (storage • This generally takes up to 24 hours and instructions) before storing food in the automatically switches off.
Using Control Panel Units and Functions Express Frz. (Express Freeze) * Lock • This locks the buttons on the control • This sets Express Freeze functions. panel. * Wi-Fi Water Filter • This sets the appliance to connect to your home’s Wi-Fi network.
Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. NOTE • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network • If you change your wireless router, Internet connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, service provider, or password, delete the or errors caused by network connection.
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Power(Max) Connecting to Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11n:16.61 dBm The Wi-Fi button, when used with the LG ThinQ Wireless function S/W version : V 1.0 application, allows the appliance to connect to a For consideration of the user, this device should be home Wi-Fi network.
If you experience a problem with your Wi-Fi equipped appliance, it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the 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.
LED shock. lamp in any attempt to repair or service it. • Detach the shelves and drawers and clean Please, contact the LG Electronics customer them with water, and then dry them information centre. sufficiently, before replacing them.
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