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LG LBN20517 Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
MANUEL D'UTILISATEUR
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR
A CONGÉLATEUR INFÉRIEUR
Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre
en marche l'unité et conservez-le à portée de la
main pour le consulter à tout moment.
Model Name/Nom du Modèle **= color number/numéro de couleur
LBN20517**
LBN20518**
P/No. MFL61944135
LDN20718**
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre en marche l’unité et conservez-le à portée de la main pour le consulter à tout moment. Model Name/Nom du Modèle **= color number/numéro de couleur LBN20517** LDN20718** LBN20518** www.lg.com P/No. MFL61944135...

  • Page 2: Warranty

    WARRANTY: Should your LG Refrigerator (“Product”) fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the warranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail purchase.
  • Page 3 GARANTIE : Si votre réfrigérateur s’avère être défectueux en raison d’un défaut de matériau ou de fabrication, lors d’une utilisation correcte à domicile, pendant la période de garantie spécifiée ci-après, LG Electronics réparera ou remplacera le produit sur réception de la preuve d’achat d’origine fournie par le détaillant.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ALEJANDRA Warranty Optibin Crispers Crisper cover with interior lattice 21-22 English Version Fixed Refrigerator Rack Door Racks 22-23 French Version Dairy Compartment Egg Compartment Important Safety Instructions Freezer Section 23-24 Requirements for Ground Connection Ice Bin DuraBase Durabase Divider Parts and Features Glide Out Drawer...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY MESSAGES This manual contains several important safety notices. Always read and obey all of the following safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is a warning to potential dangers that could cause death, injury or damage to you, others or the product.

  • Page 6: Requirements For Ground Connection

    REPLACING ELECTRICAL CABLE If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD our service center or qualified LG technician to avoid any risk. Your refrigerator must always be plugged to its own outlet which is adequately grounded. The energy current should only be 115 V, 60 Hz, A.C.

  • Page 7: Parts And Features

    PARTS AND FEATURES Drawer Model Read this section to familiarize yourself with the parts and features of your new refrigerator. NOTE: This guide covers different models. Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed below. The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model. Digital Sensor Control Divider Refrigerator Light...
  • Page 8 PARTS AND FEATURES Swing Model Read this section to familiarize yourself with the parts and features of your new refrigerator. NOTE: This guide covers different models. Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed below. The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model. Digital Sensor Control Wired Durabase Refrigerator Light...

  • Page 9: Refrigerator Installation

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 3. Install the refrigerator in an area between 55 ° F (13 WARNING °C) and 110° F (43 °C). If the surrounding temperature is lower or higher than previously mentioned, it can EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD adversely affect the unit. Use the assistance of two or more persons to move or install the refrigerator.

  • Page 10: Refrigerator Doors: How To Remove And Reverse

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR DOORS: HOW TO REMOVE AND REVERSE (Optional) For models with Pull Out Drawer You may find it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left-opening type (factory installed) to the right-opening type. Directions refer to the right side as your right when facing the unit. TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE 10 mm 1/4 in...
  • Page 11 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2. Installing Refrigerator Door • Remove the cover (1) using a flat head screwdriver (this requires a little force), loosen the two screws (2) and place on the opposite side. • Place the hinge (3) on the opposite side and install the four screws (4 & 5). • Insert the pin (6) in the hinge (3).

  • Page 12: How To Remove And Install Pull-Out Drawer

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL OUT • With both hands, hold the center of the bar and push DRAWER it in so that it is fit to both rails simultaneously. IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or damage to the product or your property, please use two people to perform the following instructions: 1.
  • Page 13 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION • Compare the left and right rail covers on each side. Right Rail Left Rail • Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of the door supports to mount the cover. Verify the hole’s alignment • With the drawer fully extended, insert the lower basket over the front part of the rail assembly and then the back part (4).

  • Page 14: For Models With Swinging Door

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR DOORS: HOW TO REMOVE AND REVERSE (Optional) For Swing models You may find it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left-opening type (factory installed) to the right-opening type. Directions refer to the right side as your right when facing the unit. TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE 10 mm 1/4 in...
  • Page 15 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2. Removing and Installing the Freezer Handle Handle Type 1 Handle Type 2 NOTE: Before beginning, check the handle type of your model. Handle Type 1 • Remove the cap (1) and two screws (2) with a flat head screwdriver.
  • Page 16 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 4. Removing the Freezer Door • Before beginning, make sure you completely remove • Reinstall the pivot (8), the bolt (9) and screws (10) on the refrigerator door. the bottom left side of the door. • Loosen the two screws from the base grille and remove (1).
  • Page 17 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION • Take the freezer door and align the pivot holes up with • Install the hinge (3), assemble the three screws (4) and the bolt holes and assemble them (18). replace the hinge cover (5). • Insert the pin into the hinge (19). (Ensure that it is between the pivot and the freezer door).

  • Page 18: Closing And Aligning The Doors

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION CLOSING AND ALIGNING THE DOORS Aligning the Doors Closing the Doors If the spacing between the doors is uneven, follow the Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws, one on instructions below to align them: the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unstable or if you would like the doors to close more 1.

  • Page 19: Using Your Refrigerator

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION ADJUSTING THE CONTROLS In order to obtain stable temperature, the air must flow • Your refrigerator has two controls that allow you to between the freezer and refrigerator sections. As shown regulate the temperature the freezer and refrigerator in the illustration below, the cold air enters through compartments.

  • Page 20: Adjusting Control Settings

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before adding ITEMS HOW TO STORE food to the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the Storing Fresh Food Wrap or store food in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage.

  • Page 21: Refrigerator Section

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Packaging Recommendations: REFRIGERATOR SECTION • Use sealed plastic containers. REFRIGERATOR SHELVES • Use plastic containers with a smooth surface. • Package with aluminum foil of high resistance. The shelving of your refrigerator can be adjusted to • Wrap with paper layered with plastic. comply with your storage necessities;...

  • Page 22: Frozen Meat Compartment (Chef Fresh/Snack Pan)

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Sliding Shelves (in some models) CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL You can slide some of the shelves in your refrigerator You can adjust the amount of humidity inside the drawers towards inside or outside like explained below. by adjusting the control in a position between • To slide the shelf towards the outside: Pull towards you, For better preservation of the fruits allow air to leave figure A.

  • Page 23: Crisper Cover With Interior Lattice

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CRISPER COVER WITH INTERIOR LATTICE (in some models) Removing the Vegetable Drawer Cover • Remove both drawers (see “Removing the Vegetable Drawer/Crisper”). • Hold onto the support (1) and pull towards the top and then towards the outside (2). Replacing the Interior Lattice • For each rack insert the central edge 1 (near the glass cover) and pull the cover sides to insert it.

  • Page 24: Dairy Compartment

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FREEZER SECTION • To replace the rack again, slide it on the desirable guide (1) and push it down (2) until it is tighten (You ICE BIN (In some models) will listen a “tick”). • Pull the drawer as much as possible (1). • Raise the ice box and take it out carefully (2).

  • Page 25: Glide Out Drawer

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR GLIDE-OUT DRAWER BASKET (in some models) WIRED DURABASE (in some models) • Pull the box as much as possible, pick up the basket a • To take the wired durabase off, pull it to its maximum bit (1) and pull it out (2). extension (1) incline the frontal part of it a bit (2) and then pull it out (see figure A).

  • Page 26: Refrigerator Care And Cleaning

    REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING BACK COVER WARNING WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. NOTE: Back Cover should only Do not use flammable cleaners. Not following these removed qualified instructions can cause death, explosion or fire.

  • Page 27: Power Interruptions

    REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING REMEMBER: A full freezer will stay cooler than a partially empty one. Also, a freezer containing meat pastries, or any other baked food. Food containing icicles can be frozen once again (this process could alter the quality and flavor of the product). If the food is in doubtful condition, get rid of it.

  • Page 28: About The Automatic Ice Maker

    ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER NOTE: The automatic Ice maker is only included in some When the water connections are performed, turn its dial models. Check your specifications of your refrigerator. to I (on). The ice maker will fill up (and start making ice) between WARNING 12 and 24 hours after the refrigerator is turned on.

  • Page 29: Connecting The Water Line

    CONNECTING THE WATER LINE NOTE: It is necessary to have a water source when both To determine how much pipe material is needed, water and/or ice dispensers are available in your product. measures the distances between the valves located behind the refrigerator and the source of water and add to that 8 feet (2,4 m).
  • Page 30 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 3. DRILL A HOLE FOR THE VALVE the pipe is completely inserted into the valve. Tighten nut carefully. Drill a 1/4” (6,35 mm) diameter hole water pipeline. Remove jagged edges produces after perforation. Make sure water addle Type does not reach the drill.
  • Page 31 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 12. TURN ICE MAKER ON • Remove the ring plug (1) from the valve located at the top of such device. Turn ice maker switch into the ON position. Ice maker will start only after reaching its operating temperature of 15 °F (-9 °C) or less.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new refrigerator might produce certain noises that • You will hear a bell sound caused by the flow of the your previous refrigerator did not. It is normal if you worry. refrigerant, water pipe or objects located on the superior Most of the new sounds you will be hearing are actually part of the refrigerator.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Causes Solutions • The replaced refrigerator was an • Modern refrigerators with a bigger storage older model. capacity require longer periods of operation. • The room temperature is hotter that • The motor will continue working when the room usual. temperature is high.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Causes Solutions • Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear • The sounds may be normal for your REFRIGERATOR refrigerator. section. SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE THE ICE MAKER IS • The smallest size of ice cubes is • Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production.

  • Page 35: French Version

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