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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRIDGE & FREEZER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
ENGLISH
MFL71798874
Rev.00_021722
Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference. ENGLISH www.lg.com MFL71798874 Rev.00_021722 Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Before Use ......................19 Product Features....................22 Control Panel ....................25 Ice and Water Dispenser.................26 Automatic Icemaker ..................28 Door in Door .....................30 Drawer.......................31 Shelf ........................31 Door Basket ......................32 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................33 Smart Diagnosis ....................33 MAINTENANCE Cleaning ......................34 Water Filter .......................34 Deodorizer ......................36...
  • Page 3 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service................38...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 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. Safety Messages This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Technical Safety • This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Page 6 • Do not clean the appliance with brushes, cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material. • Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS room in which the appliance is used should correspond to the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 1 m² in size for every 8 g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance. • Refrigerant leaking out of the pipes could ignite or cause an explosion.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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. • Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the cold air, cover or heat releasing grille on the back.

  • Page 10: Caution

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION CAUTION To reduce the risk of minor injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: Installation • After unpacking, check the appliance for any damage that may have occurred during transit.
  • Page 11 They may shatter if exposed to sudden temperature changes. • Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall. • To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics customer information centre. • Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin in the freezer compartment...

  • Page 12: Installation Before Installation

    INSTALLATION 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 result in the degradation of freezing capability and •...

  • Page 13: Removing The Fridge And Freezer Door

    INSTALLATION Accessories collet to detach the water supply line. Unscrew the cover *1 This feature is only available on some models. Spanner A Spanner B Water Filter Water Tube Remove the screw from the hinge cover at the top of the appliance. Lift the hook, located at Tube Connector and Clip the bottom of the front side of the cover, with a flat-head screwdriver.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION Removing the Fridge Door Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch Disconnect all wire harnesses CAUTION NOTE • When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be • The number of wire harnesses may vary careful that the door does not fall forward.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Water Line

    INSTALLATION Not straight Damaged Stretched CAUTION • Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inner side facing up. Connecting the Water Line This feature is only available on some models. Refitting the Fridge and Freezer Water Supply Requirements Door A cold water supply with water pressure between Refit the doors in the reverse sequence of their...

  • Page 16: Levelling And Door Alignment

    INSTALLATION Connecting Water to the NOTE Appliance Only For Germany Unscrew the metal threaded collar nut at the • Connect your appliance only to a water tap with back of the appliance and place it over one end a safety device (according to EN 1717) to avoid of the water tube.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION - Spanner Type A • Some timber flooring may cause levelling difficulties if it flexes excessively. Door Alignment for Freezer and Fridge Door - Spanner Type B If the door of the appliance is not level, adjust the difference in the height of appliance door. Levelling the Appliance The appliance has two front levelling legs.

  • Page 18: Turning On The Power

    INSTALLATION Use the spanner to fasten the keeper nut by Pull the power plug out, insert and fix it into the turning it to the right. power plug hook at the rear or on top of the appliance. Tape parts such as shelves and the door handle to prevent from falling off while moving the appliance.

  • Page 19: Operation

    3 cm from the sensor. NOTE • Note that a temperature rise after defrosting has • Contact the LG Electronics customer information a permissible range in the appliance centre if the alarm sound continues even after specifications. If you wish to minimise the impact closing all doors.
  • Page 20 OPERATION Storing Foods Effectively - When the power supply gets back to normal, check the condition of the food. • Food may freeze or spoil if stored at the wrong temperature. Set the refrigerator to the correct temperature for the food being stored. Maximum Freezing Capacity •...
  • Page 21 OPERATION • Two star frozen food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making icecream and making ice cubes. • Two star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.

  • Page 22: Product Features

    OPERATION Product Features The appearance or components of the appliance may differ from model to model. Exterior *1 This feature is only available on some models. Control Panel Sets the refrigerator temperature and freezer temperature, the water filter condition and the dispenser mode.
  • Page 23 OPERATION Interior (Two star *1 This feature is only available on some models. LED Lamp The LED lamps inside the appliance light up when you open the door. Temperature Sensor This sensor senses the temperature of the fridge compartment. • Maintain the distance between the sensor and food to accurately sense the temperature. Automatic Icemaker This is where ice is automatically produced and stored.
  • Page 24 OPERATION Freezer Drawer Stores frozen food for longer storage. NOTE • The number of freezer drawers with two star section may vary depending on model purchased. Fridge Shelf Stores refrigerated foods and fresh foods. • Stores the foods with higher moisture content at the front of the shelf. •...

  • Page 25: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel and Functions *1 This feature is only available on some models. Express Frz. This function can quickly freeze a large amount of ice or frozen foods. •...

  • Page 26: Ice And Water Dispenser

    OPERATION NOTE • The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status, as the indicated setting temperature is a target temperature, not actual temperature within the appliance. Water Filter Replace the water filter when the indicator light turns on. Non Plumbing The Non Plumbing icon is illuminated when the water dispenser tank is installed correctly.
  • Page 27 OPERATION Cleaning the Dispenser NOTE Cleaning the Ice and Water Outlet • If you open the freezer door while water is being Wipe the water outlet or ice outlet frequently dispensed, the water dispensing will stop. with a clean cloth as it may get dirty easily. •...

  • Page 28: Automatic Icemaker

    OPERATION Open the cover or cap of the water dispenser CAUTION tank. • Do not apply excessive force or impact when removing or assembling the water dispenser tank. Doing so can cause appliance damage or injury. • Children should not be allowed near the dispenser tank.
  • Page 29 It may result in injury. • If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water tank and the water supply for a possible source. If the problem continues, contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. Do not Removing/Refitting the Ice use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.

  • Page 30: Door In Door

    OPERATION may not be provided depending on model There is plenty of storage space inside the door in purchased. door and its surrounding baskets, allowing you to store food in an organized manner. Refit the in-door ice bin in the reverse sequence of their removal.

  • Page 31: Drawer

    OPERATION Shelf Mount them in the reverse order of the removal process. CAUTION Drawer • Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them. • Do not clean glass shelves with warm water CAUTION while they are cold. Shelves may break if •...

  • Page 32: Door Basket

    OPERATION Door Basket Removing/Refitting the Door Basket Hold both edges of the basket and remove it by lifting it upward. Refit the door baskets in the reverse order of the removal process.

  • Page 33: Smart Functions

    The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the smartphone. Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided LG ThinQ Application Feature in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 34: Maintenance Cleaning

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Cleaning the Interior • When removing a shelf or drawer from inside General Cleaning Tips the appliance, remove all stored foods from the shelf or drawer to prevent injury or damage to • Performing manual defrosting, maintenance or the appliance.
  • Page 35 CAUTION - Visit your local dealer or distributor or contact • Do not install if water pressure exceeds 827 kPa. the LG Electronics Customer Information If your water pressure exceeds 827 kPa, you Centre. For further assistance, visit our must install a pressure limiting valve. Contact a website at lg.com...

  • Page 36: Deodorizer

    Push fit connector type CAUTION Remove the screw cap. • Failure to replace filters when required or using non LG authorised water filters can cause the filter cartridge to leak and result in property damage. Application Guidelines/Water Pull the pipe out from the water fitler.
  • Page 37 MAINTENANCE Pull out the upper fridge drawer. CAUTION • Do not wash the deodorizer with water. Unscrew the screw at the deodorizer. Press on the hooks at the deodorizer and then take it out. Dry the deodorizer by using a hair dryer or by leaving it in the sunlight.
  • Page 38 • Press I on the automatic icemaker switch or set ON for the automatic icemaker button on the control panel. (For more details on how to use, visit LG Electronics website or use your smart device.) Is the temperature of the freezer compartment set too high? •...
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Ice is not dispensed. Is the ice path blocked? (You can check the ice passage by separating the ice bin.) • Ice may not be dispensed properly if the ice passage is blocked. Check the ice and clean the ice path regularly.
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Cooling Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution There is no Is there a power interruption? refrigeration or • Check the power of other appliances. freezing. Check the power of other appliances. • Plug the power plug in the outlet properly. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING Condensation & Frost Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution There is condensation Did you store hot food without cooling it first? inside the appliance or • Cool the hot food first before putting it inside the fridge or freezer. on the bottom of the vegetable drawer Did you leave the appliance door open? cover.
  • Page 42 Lamp failure appliance does not • Close the door and re-open. If the lamp does not turn on, please contact turn on. the LG Electronics customer information centre. Do not attempt removal of the lamp. Noises Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution...
  • Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution The appliance is noisy Are objects scattered behind the appliance? and generates • Remove the scattered objects from behind the appliance. abnormal sounds. Is there an object on top of the appliance? • Remove the object on top of the appliance. Clicking noises The defrost control will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends.

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