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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. GR-J31DID www.lg.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT FEATURES HOW TO USE Before Use Control Panel IMPORTANT SAFETY - Control Panel Features INSTRUCTIONS In-Door Ice Bin - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin COMPONENTS - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin Automatic Icemaker Refrigerator Exterior - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off Refrigerator Interior... -
Page 3: Product Features
PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT FEATURES * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER The water dispenser dispenses fresh, chilled water. The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice. DOOR ALARM The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer drawer remains open. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product. - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized service center.
- Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. WARNING Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction. Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
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Page 7: Components
COMPONENTS COMPONENTS Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. Page references are included for your convenience. *The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model. Refrigerator Exterior Handle Opens and closes the door. -
Page 8: Refrigerator Interior
COMPONENTS Refrigerator Interior LED interior lamps Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf The interior lamps light up The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual the inside of the refrigerator. storage needs. Water filter Purifies water. Door-In-Door Case The convenience of a “soft cool” NOTE storage area and ease in spreading The filter should be replaced every... -
Page 9: Installation Installation Overview
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. 1 Unpacking your 2 Choosing the proper 3 Disassembling/Assembling refrigerator location 4 Connecting the water 5 Leveling and Door supply and water line Alignment NOTE... -
Page 10: Unpacking Your Refrigerator
INSTALLATION Unpacking Your Refrigerator Choosing the Proper Location Select a place where a water supply can WARNING be easily connected for the automatic icemaker. Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so NOTE can result in back or other injury. -
Page 11: Ambient Temperature
INSTALLATION Ambient Temperature Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator Door Handles Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C). If the temperature around the appliance NOTE is too low or high, cooling ability may be Removing the doors is always adversely affected. -
Page 12: Removing/Assembling The Freezer Drawer Handle
INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle Doors and Drawers Removing the Handles Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator Loosen the set screws located on the through a narrow opening. lower side of the handle with a in. - Page 13 INSTALLATION After disconnecting the water feed tube, Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and open the left door. Remove the screw remove the door. from the hinge cover at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a flat-head screwdriver.
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Page 14: Removing The Right Refrigerator Door
INSTALLATION Removing the Right Refrigerator Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door. Door Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw . Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover , with a flat-head screwdriver. -
Page 15: Assembling The Right Refrigerator Door
INSTALLATION Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door Install the right-side door first. Make sure that the door-switch located inside the cover is tightly connected. Make sure that the plastic sleeve is Position the cover in its place. Insert and inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower tighten the cover screw the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure. -
Page 16: Assembling The Left Refrigerator Door
INSTALLATION Push the water supply tube into the hole Assembling the Left Refrigerator on the top case and pull it through the Door backplate. Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed. Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. -
Page 17: Removing The Freezer Drawers
INSTALLATION Removing the Freezer Drawers NOTE The top, middle and bottom drawers are all Collet removed in the same way. In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer located above the Tube freezer drawer is not shown for clarity. Insert Line CAUTION Clip Use two or more people to remove and... - Page 18 INSTALLATION Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the screws from the rails at both ends. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. (Images in the figure below may differ from the actual drawers of the refrigerator.) With both hands, grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails.
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Page 19: Assembling The Freezer Drawers
INSTALLATION Assembling the Freezer Drawers Lower the door into final position and tighten the screws located on both sides. The top, middle and bottom drawers are all assembled in the same way. With both hands, pull out each rail simultaneously until both rails are fully extended. -
Page 20: Connecting The Water Line
INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Line Before You Begin CAUTION This water line installation is not covered by the Wear eye protection during installation refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions to prevent injury. carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 21 psi (145 kPa) (takes more Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in... -
Page 21: Water Line Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION If your existing copper water line has a Water Line Installation Instructions flared fitting at the end, you will need an adapter (available at plumbing supply WARNING stores) to connect the water line to the When using any electrical device refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared (such as a power drill) during fitting with a tube... - Page 22 INSTALLATION FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water Place the compression nut and ferrule pipe with the pipe clamp. (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve.
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Page 23: Turning On The Power
INSTALLATION Turning On The Power TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak. Plug in the refrigerator. CAUTION Check to see if leaks occur at the water line connections. CAUTION Connect to a rated power outlet. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Have a certified electrician check Arrange the coil of tubing so that it... -
Page 24: Leveling And Door Alignment
INSTALLATION Door Alignment Leveling and Door Alignment The left refrigerator door has an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and Leveling lower the door for proper alignment. After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power If the space between your doors is uneven, cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push follow the instructions below to align the doors the refrigerator into the final position. -
Page 25: How To Use
HOW TO USE HOW TO USE Before use Clean the refrigerator. Clean your 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 26: Control Panel
HOW TO USE Control Panel * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Ice Selection Ice Selection Control Panel Features Press the ice selection button to choose either cubed or crushed ice. The cubed or crushed ice icon will illuminate. - Page 27 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features (continued) ( On some Door Alarm Door Alarm Change Filter Change Filter models) When power is connected to the When the Change Filter icon turns on, the air refrigerator, the door alarm is initially set to filter needs to be replaced.
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Page 28: In-Door Ice Bin
HOW TO USE In-Door Ice Bin * Depending on the model, some of the To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the following functions may not be available. front handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull out the bin as shown. CAUTION Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute. -
Page 29: Automatic Icemaker
HOW TO USE Automatic Icemaker * Depending on the model, some of the Icemaker following functions may not be available. Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent Power to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce Switch 70~210 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions. -
Page 30: When You Should Turn The Icemaker Off
HOW TO USE Automatic Icemaker When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off (continued) When the water supply will be shut off for several hours. CAUTION When the ice bin is removed for more The first ice and water dispensed may than one or two minutes. -
Page 31: Ice And Water Dispenser
HOW TO USE Ice and Water Dispenser Incorrect Way Correct Way * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Water CAUTION Keep children away from the dispenser. Children may play with or damage the controls. -
Page 32: Storing Food
HOW TO USE Storing Food Food Preservation Location Each compartment inside the refrigerator is designed to store different types of food. Store your food in the optimal space to enjoy the freshest taste. Adjustable refrigerator shelf Vegetable storage Adjustable shelves to meet (Crisper) your individual storage needs. -
Page 33: Food Storage Tips
HOW TO USE Storing Frozen Food Food Storage Tips * The following tips may not be applicable NOTE depending on the model. Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook for further information about preparing food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight for freezing or food storage times. -
Page 34: Humidity Controlled Crisper And Glide'n'serve
HOW TO USE Storing Frozen Food (continued) Humidity Controlled Crisper and Glide’N’Serve Packaging Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct Humidity Controlled Crisper packaging. When you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or * Depending on the model, some of the out. -
Page 35: Detaching And Assembling The Storage Bins
HOW TO USE To Remove the Glass Detaching and Assembling the (Pantry drawer not shown for clarity) Storage Bins Lift up the glass under the crisper cover, and Glide’N’Serve and Humidity pull up and out. Controlled Crisper To remove the Humidity Controlled Crisper and the Glide’N’Server, pull out the Crisper Glide’N’Server to full extension, lift the front... -
Page 36: Door-In-Door
HOW TO USE Door-In-Door Case Door-In-Door To open the Door-In-Door case, slightly push The Door-In-Door compartment allows for easy the marked area to pop it open. The Door-In- access of commonly used food items. Door Case is removable for easy cleaning and adjustment. - Page 37 HOW TO USE Door-In-Door Door Bins Door-In-Door Lower Shelf The Door-In-Door inner and outer door bins are The Door-In-Door lower shelf is removable for removable for easy cleaning. easy cleaning. To remove the door bins, lift up and pull out. To remove the lower shelf, lift the shelf retainer up and out.
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Page 38: Adjusting The Refrigerator Shelves
HOW TO USE Using the Folding Shelf Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves You can store taller items, such as a gallon container or bottles, by simply pushing the The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable front half of the shelf underneath the back half to meet your individual storage needs. -
Page 39: Maintenance Cleaning
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately. Always unplug the refrigeration before cleaning. General Cleaning Tips General Cleaning Tips Inside Walls (allow freezer to warm Inside Walls (allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick) up so the cloth will not stick) -
Page 40: Replacing The Hygiene Fresh
MAINTENANCE Replacing the Hygiene Fresh Replacing the Water Filter It is recommended that you replace the water It is recommended that you replace the air filter: filter: Approximately every six months. Ap proximately every six months. When the water filter indicator turns on. When the CHANGE FILTER light turns on. - Page 41 - Visit your local dealer or distributor o-rings. With - Web: Find Parts & Accessories from water filter tabs Support section of lg.com in the horizontal - Call : 1700-5060-54 position, push Part number of the replacement water...
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Page 42: Smart Diagnosis
1700-5060-54. Only use the Smart Diagnosis feature when instructed Press and hold the Freezer Temperature to do so by the LG call center agent. The transmission sounds that you will hear are button for three seconds while continuing normal and sound similar to a fax machine. -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Review the Troubleshooting section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money. Problem Possible Causes Solutions Refrigerator and The refrigerator control is set to Turn the control ON. Refer to the Setting the Freezer section OFF (some models). - Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Refrigerator or Refrigerator was recently It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment Freezer section is installed. to reach the desired temperature. too warm. Air vents are blocked. Rearrange items to allow air to flow throughout the compartment.
- Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Interior moisture Doors are opened often or for When the doors are opened often or for long buildup. long periods of time. periods of time, warm, humid air enters the compartment. This raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment.
- Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Frost or ice Condensation from food with a This is normal for food items with a high water crystals on frozen high water content has frozen content. food (inside of inside of the food package. sealed package).
- Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is not Doors are opened often or for If the doors of the unit are opened often, ambient making enough long periods of time. air will warm the refrigerator which will prevent ice (continued). the unit from maintaining the set temperature.
- Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Not dispensing Doors are not closed Ice will not dispense if any of the refrigerator ice. completely. doors are left open. Infrequent use of the dispenser. Infrequent use of the ice dispenser will cause the cubes to stick together over time, which will prevent them from properly dispensing.
- Page 49 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Not dispensing New installation or water line Dispense 2.5 gallons (9 litters) of water (flush for water. recently connected. approximately 5 minutes) to remove trapped air and contaminates from the system. Do not dispense the entire 2.5 gallons (9 litters) amount continuously.
- Page 50 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Ice has bad taste Water supply contains minerals A water filter may need to be installed to or odor. such as sulfur. eliminate taste and odor problems. NOTE: In some cases, a filter may not help. It may not be possible to remove all minerals / odor / taste in all water supplies.
- Page 51 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is Icemaker shutoff (arm/sensor) Empty the ice bin. If your icemaker is equipped making too much is obstructed. with an ice shutoff arm, make sure that the arm ice. moves freely. If your icemaker is equipped with the electronic ice shutoff sensor, make sure that there is a clear path between the two sensors.
- Page 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Pulsating or Your refrigerator is designed Normal Operation High-Pitched to run more efficiently to keep Sound your food items at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, but it is still more energy efficient than previous models.