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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the
appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
LRFCS2503*
LRFCS2523*
LRFCS25D3*
LM65BGSK
LRFNS2503*
www.lg.com
MFL67227315
Rev.05_061920
Copyright © 2019 - 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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  • Page 1 FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH LRFCS2503* LRFCS2523* LRFCS25D3* LM65BGSK LRFNS2503* www.lg.com MFL67227315 Rev.05_061920 Copyright © 2019 - 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING CAUTION PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features 11 INSTALLATION Before Installing Choosing the Proper Location Removing/Assembling the Handles Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers Connecting the Water Line Leveling and Door Alignment Turning on the Power 24 OPERATION Before Use...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Operation • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as : - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - bed and breakfast type environments;...
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance • Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator. • Do not light a candle to remove odors in the refrigerator. • In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure the area is adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center.

  • Page 7: Caution

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), which is combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged. Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury.

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes. Exterior Refrigerator Fresh food compartment Handle Opens and closes the refrigerator door.
  • Page 9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Interior * Optional parts: not included in all models. LED Interior Lighting Lights up the inside of the refrigerator. Water Filter* Purifies water. Replace the water filter every six months. See the Replacing the Water Filter section in this manual for details.
  • Page 10 10 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Automatic Icemaker (Freezer)* Produces and stores ice automatically in the freezer compartment. Ice Bin* Stores ice produced by the automatic icemaker. Pullout Drawer Provides extra storage within the freezer compartment. Durabase and Durabase Divider Provides storage for large food items. Product Specifications The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.

  • Page 11: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. Unpacking the Refrigerator Choosing the Proper Location Disassembling/Assembling Connecting the Water Line Leveling and Door Alignment WARNING •...

  • Page 12: Choosing The Proper Location

    12 INSTALLATION Choosing the Proper Unpacking the Refrigerator Location WARNING • Use two or more people to move and install the Water refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury. Water supply must be easily connected for the automatic icemaker.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Dimensions and Clearances • Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sufficient room to move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings. • If an opening is too narrow to fit the refrigerator through, remove the refrigerator doors. See Removing/ Assembling the Doors and Drawers in this manual.

  • Page 14: Removing/Assembling The Handles

    14 INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench. Handles When moving the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is preferred. The appearance of the handles may vary from what is shown. WARNING •...

  • Page 15: Removing/Assembling The Doors And Drawers

    INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever Doors and Drawers latch If the entrance door is too narrow for the CAUTION refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator •...
  • Page 16 16 INSTALLATION Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the Pull the drawer open to full extension. top hinge free of the hinge lever latch Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. CAUTION • When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the remove it from the rails. drawer supports into the rail tabs located on both sides. CAUTION CAUTION • Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer.
  • Page 18 18 INSTALLATION Replace the ice bin in the drawer. Insert the Durabase basket in the rail assembly. Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door CAUTION Assembling the Right Refrigerator • Install the left refrigerator door after the right Door door is installed. CAUTION Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Water Line

    INSTALLATION Water Pressure You will need a cold water supply. Water Pressure models with water 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) filter where reverse 40 - 60 psi minimum to osmosis water reverse osmosis system (2.8 filtration system is kgf/cm - 4.2 kgf/ cm , or...
  • Page 20 20 INSTALLATION tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator Choose the valve location. water valve. • Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing...
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Connect the tubing to the valve. • Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.

  • Page 22: Leveling And Door Alignment

    22 INSTALLATION Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that NOTE side of the refrigerator or to the right to lower it. It may take several turns of the leveling leg • Insert the end of the copper tubing into the to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

  • Page 23: Turning On The Power

    INSTALLATION Turning on the Power • After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the final position. CAUTION • Connect to a rated power outlet. • Have a certified electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding.

  • Page 24: Operation

    24 OPERATION OPERATION Before Use Checklist Clean the refrigerator. Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping. CAUTION • Do not scratch the refrigerator 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 refrigerator.

  • Page 25: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel Features Freezer Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). The default freezer temperature is 0°F (-18 °C).

  • Page 26: Sabbath Mode

    26 OPERATION Sabbath Mode temperature around the appliance, frequency of the door being opened, amount of food stored in the appliance, etc.). Using the Sabbath Mode • The amount and shape of ice may vary according Sabbath mode is used on the Jewish Sabbath and to the environment (ambient temperature holidays.

  • Page 27: Storing Food

    OPERATION water supply system to prevent serious property Food How to Store damage due to flooding caused by ruptured water lines or connections. Fish Freeze fresh fish and shellfish if they are not being eaten the same day purchased. Eating fresh fish and Storing Food shellfish the same day purchased is recommended.

  • Page 28: Humidity Controlled Crispers

    28 OPERATION Follow package or container instructions for • Vegetables keeps moist air in the crisper for proper freezing methods. best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables. Do not use • Fruit lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruit.

  • Page 29: Glide'n'serve

    OPERATION Glide‘N’Serve Detaching/Assembling the Full Width Shelf Using the Glide‘N’Serve CAUTION This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli • Do not clean glass shelves with warm water items and beverages. This drawer should not be while they are cold. Shelves may break if used to store vegetables that require high exposed to sudden temperature changes or humidity.

  • Page 30: Durabase

    30 OPERATION To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place. Durabase Using the Durabase CAUTION • If the Durabase divider is removed, there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside.

  • Page 31: Smart Functions

    Installing the LG ThinQ Application Hold the phone on the upper right speaker hole. Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. • Follow instructions to download and install the application.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    32 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Inside Walls • Allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick. WARNING To help remove odors, wash the inside of the • Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and result in fire, explosion, or death.

  • Page 33: Water Filter

    • Visit your local dealer or distributor without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may • Search using "water filter"on lg.com be used on disinfected water that may contain • Use replacement cartridge: LT1000P, LT1000PC filterable cysts.
  • Page 34 34 MAINTENANCE Pull the water filter downward and turn it counterclockwise before pulling it out. Make sure to rotate the filter down completely before pulling it out of the manifold hole. For further assistance, call: • 1-800-243-0000 (USA) • 1-888-542-2623 (Canada) Replace with a new water filter.
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE Performance Data Sheet Model: LT1000P, LT1000PC, LT1000PCS NSF System Trade Name Code: MDJ64844601 The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ ANSI Standard 42, Standard 53 and Standard 401.
  • Page 36 NOTE • While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. For replacement filters, visit your local dealer or distributor or search under "water filters" on the lg.com website. For further assistance, contact the LG Electronics Customer Information Center.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions What are the best temperature settings for my refrigerator and freezer? The default setting for the refrigerator is 37° Fahrenheit (3° Celsius). The default setting for the freezer is 0° Fahrenheit (-18° Celsius). Adjust these settings as necessary to keep food at desired temperatures.

  • Page 38: Before Calling For Service

    38 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Review this section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money. Cooling Problem Possible Cause & Solution Refrigerator and A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Or the appliance is Freezer section are connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet, and the outlet's circuit not cooling.
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Interior moisture Doors are opened often or for long periods of time. buildup. • When the doors are opened often or for long periods of time, warm, humid air enters the compartment. This raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment. To lessen the effect, reduce the frequency and duration of door openings.
  • Page 40 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Refrigerator or Refrigerator was recently installed. Freezer section is too • It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature. warm. The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections.
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING Ice & Water Problem Possible Cause & Solution Icemaker is not Demand exceeds ice storage capacity. making enough ice. • The icemaker will produce approximately 70-184 cubes in a 24 hour period. House water supply is not connected, valve is not turned on fully, or valve is clogged. •...
  • Page 42 42 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Icemaker is not Refrigerator was recently installed or icemaker recently connected. making ice • It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker to begin making ice. Icemaker is not turned on.
  • Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTING Parts & Features Problem Possible Cause & Solution Doors will not close Food packages are blocking the door open. correctly or pop • Rearrange food containers to clear the door and door shelves. open. Ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins, or baskets are out of position. •...
  • Page 44 44 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Rattling Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line on the back of the unit, or items stored on top of or around the refrigerator. • Normal Operation Refrigerator is not resting solidly on the floor. •...

  • Page 45: Limited Warranty

    Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics (“LG”) will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product and applies only when purchased and used within the United States including U.S.
  • Page 46 Limited Warranty. Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG...
  • Page 47 If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file a claim for arbitration.
  • Page 48 48 LIMITED WARRANTY the serial number (the serial number can be found (i) on the product; or (ii) online by accessing https:// www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/schedule-repair continued and clicking on “Find My Model & Serial Number”). You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above (that is, by e-mail or telephone);...

  • Page 49: For Canada

    ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW. Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics Canada, Inc. (“LGECI”) will, at its option, repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
  • Page 50 (ASC), as determined by LG Canada. If your Product is located outside a 150 km radius from a ASC, as determined by LG Canada, it will be your responsibility to bring the Product, at your sole expense, to the ASC for in-warranty repair.
  • Page 51 If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days of LG’s receipt of the Notice of Dispute, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the procedure set out herein.
  • Page 52 Except as otherwise provided for, LG waives any rights it may have to seek attorneys’ fees and expenses from you if LG prevails in the arbitration.
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  • Page 60 LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: 1-800-243-0000 U.S.A. 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...

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