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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRIDGE&
FREEZER
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep
it handy for reference at all times.
GC-X247CKBV
www.lg.com
Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL FRIDGE& FREEZER Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. GC-X247CKBV www.lg.com Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Door in Door (Optional) ................32 Fresh Vegetable Drawer (Optional) ............33 Other Functions ..................33 SMART FUNCTIONS .............34 Using LG SmartThinQ Application ............34 Using Smart Diagnosis™ ................. 35 MAINTENANCE ..............37 Notes for Cleaning ..................37 Cleaning the Door Basket ................. 37 Cleaning the Shelf ..................
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
  • Page 4 •Ensure that the socket outlet is properly grounded, and that the earth pin on the power cord is not damaged or removed from the power 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.
  • Page 5 •Avoid using any extension cords or double adaptor. The appliance should be connected to a dedicated power line which is separately fused. •Do not use a multi socket outlet which is not properly grounded(portable). Upon using a properly-grounded multi socket outlet (portable), use a product with the current capacity of the power code rating or higher.
  • Page 6 •Do not use the appliance for any purpose (storage of medical or experimental materials or shipping) other than any domestic household food storage use. •In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. •Unplug the power plug during a severe thunderstorm or lightening or when not in use for a long period of time.
  • Page 7 LPG, combustible spray, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance. •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.
  • Page 8 •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. •Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a candle inside to remove the odours.
  • Page 9 •This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), natural gas with high environmental compatibility, but it is also combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged. •Refrigerant leaking out of the pipes could ignite or cause an explosion.
  • Page 10 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 •Do not tilt the appliance to pull or push it when transporting. •Make sure not to get a body part such as a hand or foot stuck while moving the appliance.
  • Page 11 •Keep food organized inside the appliance. •Prevent animals from nibbling on the power cable or water hose. •Do not open or close the appliance door with excessive force. •If the hinge of the appliance door is damaged or operates improperly, stop using the appliance and contact an authorized service centre.
  • Page 12 Maintenance •Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall, causing injury. •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 during an extended power outage.
  • Page 13: Installation

    INSTALLATION Compartments Movable Egg Box (Optional) Freezer Basket Owner's Manual Spanner Ring Sheet • The appearance or components of the appliance may differ from model to model.
  • Page 14: Notes For Movement And Transport

    Notes for Movement and • After connecting the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet, Wait two or three hours Transport before you put food into the appliance. If you add food before the appliance has cooled • Remove all food from inside the appliance. completely, your food may spoil.
  • Page 15: Ambient Temperature

    Ambient Temperature Removing the Door The appliance is designed to operate within a When it is necessary to move the appliance limited range of ambient temperatures, through a narrow opening, removing the doors depending on the climate zone. Do not use the are the recommended procedure.
  • Page 16: Refitting The Door

    [For both freezer and fridge] Lift the upper hinge fixed between the appliance and the appliance door and then remove it. Remove the screw of the hinge cover on top of the appliance by rotating it Upper hinge counterclockwise. Door Remove the freezer and fridge compartment door by lifting it upward.
  • Page 17: Adjusting The Height Of The Door

    Adjusting the Height of the If it is impossible to adjust the height of the appliance door through the above method, level Door the door according to the following guide. If the door of the appliance is not level, adjust [Method2] the difference in the height of appliance door using the following method.
  • Page 18: Connecting The Water Line (For Plumbed Models Only)

    Connecting the Water Line NOTE (For Plumbed models Only) • This water line installation is not covered by the appliance warranty. Accessories Connecting to the Appliance Unscrew the metal threaded collar nut at the back of the appliance and place it over one end of the water tube.
  • Page 19 Checking the Water Connection Unlock the fitting by twisting until the colored line in the water filter is visible and a clicking sound is heard. Press the collet Turn on the water supply and switch on the squarely against the face of the tubing to appliance.
  • Page 20: Operation

    OPERATION Parts and Functions Control Panel To set the freezer and fridge temperatures. InstaView Door in Door (Optional) The InstaView Door in Door compartment allows for easy access to commonly used food items. Door in Door Lever (Optional) This lever opens Door in Door. •...
  • Page 21 Automatic Icemaker This is where ice is automatically produced and stored. Freezer Door Basket This is where small packages of frozen food can be stored. • Do not store ice cream or food which will be stored for a long period of time within these baskets.
  • Page 22 Smart Diagnosis Unit Use this function when contacting LG Electronics customer information centre to help make an accurate diagnosis when the appliance operates abnormally or a failure occurs. LED Lamp The LED lamps inside the appliance light up when you open the door.
  • Page 23 Temperature Sensor This sensor senses the temperature of the fridge compartment. • Maintain the distance between the sensor and food to accurately sense the temperature. Water Dispenser Tank (Optional) This is where water to supply the dispenser or the automatic icemaker is stored. It requires manual filling.
  • Page 24: Notes For Operation

    Notes for Operation Suggestion for Energy Saving • Ensure there is sufficient space between • Do not use the ice water dispenser tank for stored foods. This allows cold air to be beverages other than drinking water. circulated evenly and lowers electricity bills. •...
  • Page 25 Storing Foods Effectively Max Freezing Capacity • Store frozen food or refrigerated food inside • The Express Freeze function will allow the sealed containers. freezer to its maximum freezing capacity. This generally takes up to seven hours, however, it • Check the expiration date and label (storage will automatically turn off after a given time instructions) before storing food in the and can also be turned off manually at any...
  • Page 26: Using Control Panel

    Using Control Panel Units and Functions <Type 1> <Type 2> Freezer Temperature Hygiene Fresh • This sets the freezer target temperature. • This sets the Hygiene Fresh function. Fridge Temperature Non Plumbing (Optional) • This sets the fridge target temperature. •...
  • Page 27 − When no button operation is carried out for customer information centre. If you turn off the 20 seconds after a desired button is pressed power, the repair technician from the LG − When 20 seconds has passed after the Electronics customer information centre. It appliance door (fridge compartment, freezer may have difficulty finding the problem.
  • Page 28: Water Dispenser Tank (Non Plumbed Models Only)

    Open the cover or cap of the water Setting Wi-Fi dispenser tank. The Wi-Fi button, when used with the LG SmartThinQ application, allows the refrigerator to connect to a home Wi-Fi network. • The Wi-Fi icon shows the status of the refrigerator’s network connection.
  • Page 29: Water And Ice Dispenser

    • If there is no water in the water dispenser After filling with water, close the cover or tank, the cold water and ice dispensing cap of the water dispenser tank. function of the dispenser cannot be used. Check if there is water in the water dispenser tank and then fill it with water if there is not.
  • Page 30: Automatic Icemaker

    NOTE • While the automatic icemaker is operating, do not touch it with your hands directly. • If you open the freezer door while water is • If ice cubes are stored in the ice bin for a long being dispensed, the water supply will stop period of time, they may clump together and and the control panel will return to the initial may not be separated easily.
  • Page 31 • 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 use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.
  • Page 32: Instaview Function

    InstaView Function Door in Door (Optional) The InstaView function on the Door-in-Door lets Press the lever on the lower edge door in door you see if you’re running low on frequently used until it opens. items like beverages and snacks, without There is plenty of storage space inside the door opening the refrigerator door.
  • Page 33: Fresh Vegetable Drawer (Optional)

    • When this occurs, do not turn off the power and immediately contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. If you turn off the power, the repair technician from the LG Electronics customer information centre may have difficulty finding the problem.
  • Page 34: Smart Functions

    This manual. offer is valid for a period of three years after our • LG SmartThinQ is not responsible for any last shipment of this product. This offer is valid network connection problems or any faults, to anyone in receipt of this information.
  • Page 35: Using Smart Diagnosis

    Installing LG SmartThinQ Connecting to Wi-Fi Search for the LG SmartThinQ application from The Wi-Fi button, when used with the LG the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a SmartThinQ application, allows the refrigerator smart phone. Follow instructions to download to connect to a home Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 36 Customer Information Centre Smart Diagnosis™. Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer NOTE information center when the appliance • Position the phone so that its microphone is malfunctions or fails.
  • Page 37: Maintenance

    − Otherwise, injury may occur due to the lamp in any attempt to repair or service it. weight of stored foods. Please, contact the LG Electronics customer • If cleaning the outside air vents of the information centre. appliance by means of vacuuming, then the...
  • Page 38: Cleaning The Shelf

    Cleaning the Shelf Lift the vegetable drawer up and remove it by pulling it out. Removing the Fridge/Freezer Shelf Remove the shelf by pulling it out. Refitting the Vegetable Drawer If the vegetable drawer has a cover, lift it. Refitting the Fridge/Freezer Shelf Remove the shelf by pulling it out while slightly lifting the rear edge of the fridge shelf.
  • Page 39: Cleaning The Water Dispenser

    Cleaning the Water Dispenser Replacing the Water Filter (For Plumbed models Only) Cleaning the Dispenser Tray Replace the disposable water filter when The dispenser tray may become wet easily due indicated on the Replacement Filter icon or at to spilled ice or water. Wipe the entire area with least every 6 months.
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    The inside lamp in the appliance as they are not Does the inside lamp in the appliance does not serviceable. If the inside lamp does appliance turn off? turn on. not turn on, please contact the LG Electronics customer information centre.
  • Page 41 Symptoms Reason Solution Is the appliance leaning • Adjust the front feet to raise the front forward? side slightly. Were the shelves properly • Refit the shelves if needed. assembled? The appliance door is not closed tightly. • If you apply too much force or speed when closing the door, it may remain Did you close the door with briefly open before closing.
  • Page 42 Symptoms Reason Solution • Make sure that air entry or exit is not Is the air entry or exit of the blocked so that the air can circulate Frost has formed in freezer compartment blocked? inside. the freezer compartment. Is the freezer compartment •...
  • Page 43 The automatic icemaker button on the control panel. (For more details on how to icemaker does not panel to ON? use, visit LG electronics website or produce ice or use your smart device.) produces a small amount of ice. • If the set temperature is too warm,...
  • Page 44 Symptoms Reason Solution • In the control panel, select the Unable to hear the sound of modes for cubed ice and crushed ice ice coming out? alternately to dispense the ice. Ice is not dispensed. • Ice may not be dispensed properly if Is the ice path blocked? (You the ice passage is blocked.
  • Page 45 Symptoms Reason Solution The defrost control will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The Clicking noises thermostat control (or • Normal Operation appliance control on some models) will also click when cycling on and off. Rattling noises may come from the flow of appliance, the water line on the back of the •...
  • Page 46 • Find the Wi-Fi network connected to The password for the Wi-Fi your smartphone and remove it, then that you are trying to connect register your appliance on LG to is incorrect. SmartThinQ • Turn off the Mobile data of your...
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