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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Entry Important safety instruction Identification of parts Installation Where to install Door removal Door replacement Feed water pipe installation Height adjustment Operation Starting Adjusting the temperatures and functions Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only) Shelf (Applicable to some models only) Wine holder (Applicable to some models only) Egg box (Applicable to some models only) Humidity control in the vegetable compartment...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Entry The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case or back of refrigerator compartment of this unit. These numbers are unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase.
  • Page 4: Identification Of Parts

    Introduction Child entrapment DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: warning Take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation Where to Install 1. Place your appliance where it is easy to use. Select a good location 2. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture. 3. To ensure proper air circulation around the fridge -freezer, please maintain sufficient space on both the sides as well as top and maintain at least 2 inches (5 cm) from the rear wall.
  • Page 6: Door Removal

    Installation Door removal Electric Shock Hazard Warning Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator before installing. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. If your access door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the Lower cover refrigerator door and pass the refrigerator laterally.
  • Page 7: Door Replacement

    Installation Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access Pass the refrigerator door as shown in the right figure. TEMP TEMP Door replacement Mount them in the reverse sequence of removal after they pass through the access door. Feed water pipe installation Before Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147~834 kPa (1.5~8.5 installation...
  • Page 8: Height Adjustment

    Installation Height adjustment If the freezer Level the door by inserting flat ( - type) driver into the groove of the left height adjusting screw and rotate it clockwise ( ). compartment door is lower than the refrigerator compartment door If the freezer Level the door by inserting flat ( - type) driver into the groove of the right height compartment door...
  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation Starting When your refrigerator is first installed, allow it to stabilize at normal operating temperatures for 2-3 hours prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods. If operation is interrupted, wait 5 minutes before restarting. Adjusting the temperatures and functions Display Power Saving Mode NOTE...
  • Page 10 Operation Display Power Saving Mode This function places the display into power saving mode until the next time the door is opened. Press the FREEZER and EXPRESS FRZ. buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds. All LEDs will then turn ON, then OFF. When the power saving mode is activated, the display will remain off until the next time the door is opened.
  • Page 11 Operation Ice is lumped together When ice maker does not operate When ice is lumped together, take the ice lumps out of the ice storage bin, break smoothly them into small pieces, and then place them into the ice storage bin again. When the ice maker produces too small or lumped together ice, the amount of water supplied to the ice maker need to adjusted.
  • Page 12 Operation The other Ambient Temperature Display Window. functions Temperature is displayed only between -9°C ~ 49°C. Temperature less than -9°C is indicated with LO and temperature more than 49°C is indicated with HI. Diagnosis (failure detection) function Diagnosis function automatically detects failure when failure is found in product during the use of refrigerator.
  • Page 13: Refreshment Center (Applicable To Some Models Only)

    Operation Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only) How to use Open the refreshment center door. You can access the refreshment center without opening refrigerator door and thus saving electricity. Inner lamp is lit in refrigerator compartment when the refreshment center door opens. Thus it is easy to identify the contents.
  • Page 14: Shelf (Applicable To Some Models Only)

    Operation Shelf (Applicable to some models only) Folding Shelf You can store taller items such as a gallon container or bottles by simply pushing in front half of shelf underneath back half of shelf. Pull toward you to return to a full shelf. Wine holder (Applicable to some models only) Wine holder Bottles can be stored laterally with...
  • Page 15: Humidity Control In The Vegetable Compartment

    Operation Humidity control in the vegetable compartment The humidity can be controlled by adjusting the humidity control switch to the left/right when storing vegetables or fruits. High humidity HUMIDITY CONTROL HIGH L O W Low humidity H I G HUMIDITY CONTROL HIGH Convert into a vegetable or meat compartment (Applicable to some models only)
  • Page 16: Miracle Zone Temperature Transition Corner (Applicable To Some Models Only)

    Operation Miracle Zone Temperature Transition Corner (Applicable to some models only) By pressing the button, store vegetables, fruits or other types of food such as meat to be defrosted, raw fish, etc. Temperature Change at Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only) Method to Use You can select optimum temperature range depending on...
  • Page 17: Suggestion On Food Storage

    Suggestion on food storage Location of foods (Refer to identification of parts) Wine holder Store wine. Snack drawer Store small foods such as bread, snacks, etc.. Freezer Store various frozen foods such as meat, fish, compartment ice cream, frozen snacks, etc.. shelf Store small packed frozen food.
  • Page 18: Storing Foods

    Suggestion on food storage Storing foods Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. How food is frozen and thawed is an important factor in maintaining its freshness and flavor. Do not store food which goes bad easily at low temperatures, such as bananas, and melons.
  • Page 19: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance How to dismantle parts NOTE Dismantling is done in the reverse sequence of assembly. • Be sure to unplug the power plug before dismantling and assembly. Never apply severe force to dismantle parts. Parts may be damaged. Freezer Separate the lamp by pulling it out (➂) while compartment...
  • Page 20 Care and maintenance Lamp in Insert the tool into the marked area ( ) and push refrigerator the tool to disconnect. compartment Use the tool with the flat tip such as (-) screw driver. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Max. 40 W bulb for refrigerator is used and can be purchased at a service center.
  • Page 21: General Information

    Care and maintenance General information During average length vacations, you will probably find it best to leave the refrigerator Vacation time in operation. Place freezable items in freezer for longer life. When you plan not to operate, remove all food, disconnect the power cord, clean the interior thoroughly, and leave each door OPEN to prevent odor formation.
  • Page 22: Trouble Shooting

    Care and maintenance 0 Suggestion on food storage Trouble shooting Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. Occurrence Possible cause Solution...
  • Page 23 Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Solution Refrigerator Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator This is normal. The refrigerator goes on compressor at a constant temperature. and off to keep the temperature constant. does not run. Temperatures are too cold Temperature in the Set the freezer control to a warmer Freezer control is set too cold freezer is too cold...
  • Page 24 Care and maintenance Possible cause Solution Occurrence Sound and noise Louder sound Today’s refrigerators have increased It is normal for sound levels to be higher. levels when storage capacity and maintain more refrigerator is on. even temperatures. Louder sound Refrigerator operates at higher pressures This is normal.
  • Page 25 Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Solution Odors in refrigerator Clean interior with sponge,warm water Interior needs to be cleaned. and baking soda. Cover food completely. Food with strong odor is in the refrigerator. Some containers and wrapping materials Use a different container or brand of produce odors.
  • Page 26 Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Solution Ice has melted and frozen around auger Remove ice storage bin, and thaw and Dispenser will not dispense due to infrequent use, temperature the contents. Clean bin, wipe dry and ice. fluctuations and/or power outrages. replace in proper position.
  • Page 27: When Replacing Panel

    Care and maintenance When replacing PANEL……. (Be sure to read before replacing Panel.) When replacing Panels (A, B, C), contact a qualified service representative to perform this operation, and follow these important steps. Panel Trim Panel Trim Panel 1. Avoid damaging the Panel. If damaged, it may cause personal injury. 2.
  • Page 28 Care and maintenance When replacing PANEL……. (Be sure to read before replacing Panel.) When replacing Panels (A, B, C, D), contact a qualified service representative to perform this operation, and follow these important steps. Panel Panel Trim Trim Panel Panel 1.
  • Page 29 LG Twin Tower, 20, Yoido-Dong, Youngdungpo-Gu, Seoul, 150-721, Korea. http://www.lge.com P/NO : MFL30244202 Printed in Korea...

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