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OWNER'S MANUAL
SXS
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
GR-P288STJ
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. GR-P288STJ www.lg.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Entry Basic safety precautions Identification of parts Installation Where to install Door removal Door replacement Feed water pipe installation Height adjustment Operation Starting Adjusting the temperatures and functions Adjusting the temperatures and display Setting the functions Fresh air filter Operating the dispenser Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only)
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Entry The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case or Right side 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 Introduction WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. Read all instructions before using this appliance. 1. When connecting the power The dedicated outlet should be used. •...
  • Page 5 Introduction Do not pull out the cord or touch the power plug with wet hands. It may cause electric shock or injury. Remove water or dust from the power plug and insert it with the ends of the pins securely connected. Dust, water or unstable connection may fire or electric shock.
  • Page 6 Introduction 2. When using the refrigerator Do not place the heavy object or the dangerous object (container with liquid) on the refrigerator. It may be dropped to cause injury, fire or electric shock when opening or closing the door. Do not install the refrigerator in the wet place or the place which water or rain splashes.
  • Page 7 Introduction Do not use the combustible spray near the refrigerator. It may cause fire. Install in places away from the fire such as the place where flammable gas is leaked. It may cause fire. Do not place flower vase, cup, cosmetics, medicine or any container with water on the refrigerator.
  • Page 8 Introduction Do not allow any person except the qualified engineer to disassemble, repair or alter the refrigerator. It may cause injury, electric shock or fire. Do not use the refrigerator for non-domestic purpose (storing medicine or testing material, using at the ship, etc.). It may cause an unexpected risk such as fire, electric shock, deterioration of stored material or chemical reaction.
  • Page 9 Introduction Electric Shock Hazard. 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 refrigerator door and pass the refrigerator laterally. Do not insert your hands in to the Icemaker in operation.
  • Page 10 Introduction CAUTION Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please. Do not insert the hands into the ice bucket or the ice dispenser. (only for the model with the dispenser). Operating the ice maker may cause injury. Do not touch food or containers at the freezer with wet hands.
  • Page 11 Introduction Do not tilt the product while moving the product. Carry the refrigerator with the handle bar at the bottom of the front and the top of the rear. Otherwise, your hands may be slipped to cause injury. Because the product is heavy, carrying it alone may hurt people or accidents may occur.
  • Page 12 Introduction Be careful that food is not block the ice passage. If foods are placed at the entrance of ice passage, ice may not be dispensed. The ice passage may also be covered with ice powder if splinter ice is used only. This time, remove the ice powder accumulated.
  • Page 13: Identification Of Parts

    Introduction Identification of parts Freezer Refrigerator Compartment Compartment Dairy Corner LED Lamp LED Lamp Automatic Icemaker Fresh Air Filter Shelf Shelf Shelf Refreshment center Shelf Egg Box Door rack Door Rack Drawer Fresh compartment Door rack Door Rack Shelf : When you remove freezer drawers, you can use this shelf to store foods.
  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation Where to Install Select a good 1. Place your appliance where it is easy to use. Keep it at a location proper distance 2. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture. More than 5 cm to back 3.
  • Page 15: 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 refrigerator door and pass the Feed water tube refrigerator laterally.
  • Page 16: Door Replacement

    Installation Pass the Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access door as shown in the right figure. refrigerator TEMP TEMP Door replacement Mount them in the reverse sequence of removal after they pass through the access door. Feed water pipe installation ▪...
  • Page 17 Installation Handle removal To move the refrigerator through a house door, it may be necessary to remove the refrigerator door handles. NOTE • Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page. Mounting Fasteners Set Screw Allen Wrench Loosen the set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench and remove the handle.
  • Page 18: Height Adjustment

    Installation Height adjustment Height difference When the floor - When the height of the door may not be leveled is not leveled when the floor is not leveled. When the freezer door is lower – Use the spanner to turn the nut of the height adjustment screw on the left to the counterclockwise direction to level the door.
  • Page 19: 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 Function display board Refreshment Center...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Temperatures And Display

    Operation Adjusting the temperatures and display Adjust Freezer To adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment, press the FREEZER button to Temperature cycle through the the range of available settings. Adjust To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, press the REFRIGERATOR Refrigerator button to cycle through the range of available settings.
  • Page 21: Setting The Functions

    Operation Setting the functions Press the button for the desired function to view and select other settings. Setting The Press and hold the ALARM/LOCK button for three seconds to lock Dispenser Lock the dispenser and all of the other control panel functions. Press and hold again for 3 seconds to unlock.
  • Page 22: Fresh Air Filter

    Operation Fresh air filter Fresh Air Filter Fresh Air Filter provides the antibacterial function of removing virus or bacteria as well as the deodorizer function of removing the odor within the refrigerator. The performance test of the Fresh Air Filter has been done and proved through a public certification organization ( •...
  • Page 23 Operation How to install Install the new filter. the new filter - Insert the new Fresh Air Filter in the filter cover so that the white part of the filter and the BACK label is visible. CAUTION Be careful not to switch the direction of the Fresh Air Filter inserted on the filter cover.
  • Page 24: Operating The Dispenser

    Operation Operating the dispenser Setting The Ice Press and hold ICE ON/OFF button for the more than 3 seconds to ON/OFF reset the ON/OFF indicaotor. Indicator. NOTE If you don't want to use the automatic icemaker, turn the icemaker • switch to OFF.
  • Page 25 Operation After dispenser The water collector has no self-drainage is used function, so it should be cleaned regularly. Remove the cover by pulling the front of the water collector cover and dry it with a cloth. lcemaker Automatic icemaker Automatic Shutoff Arm * This Button only Must control by Service man.
  • Page 26 Operation When ice maker Ice is lumped together does not • When ice is lumped together, take the ice lumps out of the ice storage bin, break them operate into small pieces, and then place them into the ice storage bin again. smoothly •...
  • Page 27 Operation How ice/cold Water is cooled while stored in the water tank, and then sent to the dispenser. water is Ice is made in the automatic ice maker and sent to the dispenser divided into supplied crushed or cubed form ice. NOTE It is normal that the water is not very cold at first.
  • Page 28: Refreshment Center (Applicable To Some Models Only)

    Operation Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only) How to use the 1. Press the top central part of the Home Bar until you hear Press until Home Bar the "Click" sound. you hear - You can save electricity because you do not have to the "Click"...
  • Page 29: Shelf

    Operation Shelf How to use You can store side dish or refrigerated food on the shelf with sufficient space in between the containers. How to 1. Hold the front part of the shelf and pull it out disassemble until it gets blocked by the hooking part. 2.
  • Page 30: Egg Box

    Operation Egg box You can move the egg box to wherever you want. [Type-1] [Type-2] CAUTION NOTE Never use the egg box as an ice storage bin. It can be broken. • Never store the egg box in the freezer compartment or fresh compartment. •...
  • Page 31: Fresh Compartment

    Operation Fresh compartment How to use You can store fruits or vegetables. How to 1. Hold the front handle of the fresh compartment and pull it disassemble the out until it gets blocked by the hooking part. upper fresh compartment 2.
  • Page 32: Suggestion On Food Storage

    Suggestion on food storage Location of foods (Refer to identification of parts) Freezer Store various frozen foods such as meat, fish, compartment ice cream, frozen snacks, etc.. shelf Freezer Store small packed frozen food. compartment Temperature is likely to increase as door door rack opens.
  • Page 33: 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 34: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance General information Vacation time During average length vacations, you will probably find it best to leave the refrigerator 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 35: Smart Diagnosis

    If you experience problems with your refrigerator, call to the LG service center. Only use the Smart Diagnosis feature when instructed to do so by the LG call center agent. The transmission sounds that you will hear are normal and sound similar to a fax machine.
  • Page 36: Trouble Shooting

    Care and maintenance 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 Runing of refrigerator...
  • Page 37 Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Solution Refrigerator Thermostat is keeping the This is normal. The refrigerator goes on and compressor refrigerator at a constant off to keep the temperature constant. does not run. temperature. Temperatures are too cold Temperature in Freezer control is set too cold Set the freezer control to a warmer setting the freezer is too...
  • Page 38 Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Solution 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 even temperatures. Louder sound Refrigerator operates at higher This is normal.
  • Page 39: Disposal Of The Old Appliance

    Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Solution Odors in refrigerator Interior needs to be cleaned. Clean interior with sponge,warm water and baking soda. Food with strong odor is in the Cover food completely. refrigerator. Some containers and wrapping Use a different container or brand of materials produce odors.
  • Page 40: It Is Normal

    Care and maintenance It is Normal... The following occurrences are normal. Occurrence Solution Noise When you hear "Tak" or This is the sound of various parts expanding/contracting or "Took" sound various control devices operating depending on the temperature change within the refrigerator. When you hear This is the count of compressor or fan operating when the “Deureureuk~”,...
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