LG GM89SXD Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. LG Manuals
  4. Refrigerator
  5. GM89SXD
  6. Owner's manual
LG GM89SXD Owner's Manual

LG GM89SXD Owner's Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
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
MFL69497074
Rev.02_012325
Copyright © 2024-2025 LG Electronics. All Rights Reserved
Scan the QR code to see the manual.
www.lg.com

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the GM89SXD and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for LG GM89SXD

Summary of Contents for LG GM89SXD

  • 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 MFL69497074 Rev.02_012325 Copyright © 2024-2025 LG Electronics. All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Before Use ......................24 Product Features....................26 Control Panel ....................31 Sabbath Mode ....................33 Ice and Water Dispenser.................34 Automatic Icemaker ..................35 InstaView......................39 Door in Door .....................39 Drawers ......................41 Glide‘N’Serve.....................41 Shelf ........................42 Door Basket ......................43 Durabase......................43 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................44 Smart Diagnosis ....................45...
  • Page 3 MAINTENANCE Cleaning ......................47 Water Filter .......................48 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service................50 APPENDIX Information.......................57...

  • 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: Technical Safety

    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: Installation

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials • If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes. In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance is used should correspond to the amount of refrigerant used.
  • Page 8 • Ensure that the outlet socket 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.
  • Page 9 • Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it. • 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 10: Caution

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - If connected to a water supply, connect to a potable water supply only. • Fill with potable water only. - If using an icemaker or dispenser water tank, make sure to fill it with potable water only. Disposal •...
  • 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 bucket in the freezer compartment...

  • Page 12: Caring For The Environment

    • You can take your appliance to any of the authorised centres for collection. If you want to know an updated list of countries that have this service, visit the page https:// www.lg.com/global/take-back-recycling-global-network- south-america...

  • Page 13: Installation Before Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installation • The internal temperatures could be affected by the location of the appliance, the ambient temperature, the frequency of door opening and Dimensions and Clearances so on. Too small of a distance from adjacent items may •...

  • Page 14: Removing The Handle

    INSTALLATION Accessories Removing the Fridge Handle *1 This feature is only available on some models. Loosen the set screws with a 2.38 mm (3/32 in.) Allen wrench and remove the handle. Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect to the fridge door and handle using a 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

  • Page 15: Removing The Door And Drawer

    INSTALLATION Refitting the Fridge and Drawer collet to detach the water supply line as shown. Handle Refit the handle in the reverse sequence of their removal once the appliance has been passed through all access doors. Removing the Door and Drawer NOTE If your entrance door is too narrow for the...

  • Page 16: Removing The Right Fridge Door

    INSTALLATION Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top CAUTION hinge free of the hinge lever latch • When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Remove the Durabase basket from the rails. CAUTION Remove the screws from the rails at both ends. • Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer. • When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to damage the floor. •...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Water Line

    INSTALLATION cause damage to appliance parts and can lead to Hold both rails and push them in water leakage or flooding. simultaneously. • Connect to potable water supply only. • Use a new hose when connecting water to the appliance. Do not use old, worn or used hoses. •...

  • Page 19: Connecting Water To The Appliance

    INSTALLATION line to the appliance or cut off the flared fitting Flush out the tubing into a bucket. with a tube cutter and use a compression fitting. • Flush out the tubing coming from the home water supply until the water is clear. Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing.

  • Page 20: Levelling And Door Alignment

    INSTALLATION Insert the end of the copper or PEX tubing into Place a cup under the water dispenser to verify the connection as far as possible. While that water is flowing through the appliance. holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. Check the connecting tube and joints for leaks once again.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Door Alignment the height. Turn the nut to the right to raise the door or to the left to lower it. The door alignment method may differ depending on the model. Appliance Type A Both the left and right fridge doors have an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower them to align properly.

  • Page 22: Turning On The Power

    INSTALLATION Moving the Appliance for CAUTION Relocation • The door is heavy. To avoid injury, use two or more people to lift and align the fridge door. Moving the Appliance • Small parts are a swallowing hazard for small children. Keep C-Clips out of the reach of Remove all food from inside the appliance.
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION - Do not move the appliance in zigzags. After installing the appliance, connect the power plug into a mains outlet socket and switch it on.

  • Page 24: Operation

    3 cm from the sensor. completely closed. NOTE Storing Foods Effectively • Contact the LG Electronics customer information centre if the alarm sound continues even after • Food may freeze or spoil if stored at the wrong closing all doors.

  • Page 25: Maximum Freezing Capacity

    OPERATION to reduce the quantity to be frozen if freezing • To freeze food items quickly, store the food in every day is anticipated. the center of pullout drawer. Food items will freeze most quickly in the drawer. • Place the refrigerated food or frozen food in each fridge or freezer compartment •...

  • Page 26: 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. Dispenser Control Panel Sets the dispenser mode. Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser Dispenses purified water and ice. Proximity Sensor The LED on the bottom of the fridge doors automatically turns on when you approach the appliance.
  • Page 27 OPERATION Fresh food compartment Freezer Frozen food compartment Interior *1 This feature is only available on some models. Standard Door / InstaView Door Model:...
  • Page 28 OPERATION Door-in-Door Model:...
  • Page 29 OPERATION InstaView Door-in-Door Model: LED Interior Lighting Lights up the inside of the fridge. Air Filter Reduces odours inside the fridge compartment. Automatic Icemaker (Fridge) Produces and stores ice automatically in the fridge compartment. Door Mullion Prevents the cold air of the fridge from leaking. CAUTION •...
  • Page 30 OPERATION Auto-Closing Hinge The fridge doors and freezer drawers close automatically when pushed slightly. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle of less than 30°.) Automatic Icemaker (Craft Ice) Produces ice automatically. Ice Bucket Stores ice produced by the automatic icemaker. Automatic Icemaker (Mini Cubed Ice) Produces ice automatically.

  • Page 31: 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. Control Panel Dispenser Control Panel Fridge Press this button repeatedly to select a desired temperature between 1 °C and 7 °C. •...
  • Page 32 OPERATION Replace the water filter when the indicator lights up. Freezer Press this button repeatedly to select a desired temperature between -23 °C and -15 °C. • The default freezer temperature is -18 °C. Express Freeze This function can quickly freeze a large amount of ice or frozen foods. •...

  • Page 33: Sabbath Mode

    Wi-Fi This button allows the appliance to connect to a home Wi-Fi network. Refer to Smart Functions for information on the initial setup of the LG ThinQ application. Water & Ice Type Select the desired dispenser mode from the buttons on the dispenser control panel. Press the dispenser switch with a glass or other container to dispense cubed ice, water or crushed ice.

  • Page 34: Using The Ice And Water Dispenser

    OPERATION set temperature is too warm, it may also lump NOTE together. • The dispenser and InstaView are disabled in • It is normal for milky / cloudy water to be Sabbath mode, on applicable models. dispensed after replacing the water filter. This air in the water will eventually clear and is safe to drink during this transition.

  • Page 35: Cleaning The Dispenser

    • If discoloured ice is dispensed, check the water • Lint from a cloth may adhere to the outlets. tank and the water supply for a possible source. If the problem continues, contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. Do not Cleaning the Dispenser Tray use the ice or water until the problem is Wipe the entire area with a damp cloth.
  • Page 36 OPERATION are favourable. This amount may vary according to To remove the in-door ice bucket, grip the front the environment (ambient temperature around the handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly appliance, frequency of the door being opened, pull out the ice bucket as shown. amount of food stored in the appliance, etc.).
  • Page 37 OPERATION • The sound of ice dropping into the ice bucket is • The ice may look cloudy depending on the water normal. quality in the installation location and the operating conditions. • If the ice bucket is completely filled with ice, ice production will stop.

  • Page 38: Normal Sounds You May Hear

    OPERATION located on the left and the bucket for the Mini NOTE Cubed Ice on the right. • The automatic icemaker can automatically make 240 - 540 cubes within a 24-hour period if conditions are favourable. This amount may vary according to the environment (ambient temperature around the appliance, frequency of the door being opened, amount of food stored in...

  • Page 39: Instaview

    OPERATION Preparing for Vacation • Knock near the centre of the glass. Knocking near the edges of the glass may not activate the Set the icemaker(s) power to off and shut off the InstaView function. water supply to the appliance. •...
  • Page 40 OPERATION To remove the door baskets, lift up and pull To remove the case, lift up and pull out. out. To refit the door baskets, slide the door basket To refit the case, line up the tabs on the case in above the desired support and push down with the slots on the door and push down until until it snaps into place.

  • Page 41: Drawers

    OPERATION Drawers Slightly tilt up the front, insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place. Removing/Refitting the Fridge Drawer Pull out the drawer to full extension, lift the front up, and pull straight out. Glide‘N’Serve This feature is only available on some models. Using the Glide‘N’Serve This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli Lift the front of the cover up with both hands...

  • Page 42: Shelf

    OPERATION Removing/Refitting the underneath the back half of the shelf. Pull the front of the shelf forward to return to a full shelf. Glide‘N’Serve To remove the Glide'N'Serve, pull out the Glide'N'Serve to full extension, lift the front up, and pull straight out. Removing/Refitting the Shelf This feature may vary depending on model To refit, slightly tilt up the front, insert the...

  • Page 43: Door Basket

    OPERATION Durabase CAUTION Using the Durabase • 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 • If the Durabase divider is removed, there is exposed to sudden temperature changes or enough open space for children or pets to crawl impact.

  • Page 44: Smart Functions

    • Functions may vary by model. Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with your existing account or create an LG account to sign in. Touch the add ( ) button on the LG ThinQ application to connect your LG appliance.

  • Page 45: Open Source Software Notice

    (1) it is possible that this equipment or device may • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network not cause harmful interference and connection problems or any faults, (2) this equipment or device must accept any malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.
  • Page 46 LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Cleaning the Interior • Before 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 48: Replacing The Water Filter

    • Do not install if water pressure exceeds 827 kPa. - Visit your local dealer or distributor or contact If your water pressure exceeds 827 kPa, you the LG Electronics Customer Information must install a pressure limiting valve. Contact a Centre. For further assistance, visit our plumbing professional if you are uncertain how website at lg.com...

  • Page 49: Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters

    Dispense water for approximately 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminants from the system. CAUTION • 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 Supply Parameters •...

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Cooling Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution There is no Is there a power interruption? refrigeration or • Check the power of other appliances. freezing. Appliance is unplugged. • Plug the power plug in the outlet properly. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 51 • 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 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution The automatic Is the appliance door completely closed? icemaker does not • If the appliance door is not completely closed, the temperature of the produce ice or freezer compartment will increase, slowing down the ice production produces a small speed.
  • Page 53 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water tastes strange. Has the purified water or cold water not been used for an extended period of time? • The taste of old water may change due to bacterial growth. Use the product after dispensing and discharging approximately 5 litres (approximately three minutes) from the water dispenser.

  • Page 54: Parts And Features

    TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Frost or condensation Is the installation environment humid? has formed inside or • Condensation can appear on the exterior of the appliance if the installation outside the appliance. area is too humid or on a humid day such as a rainy day. Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth.
  • Page 55 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 56 • Find the Wi-Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it, then not connected to the register your appliance on LG ThinQ. Wi-Fi network. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi-Fi network.

  • Page 57: Specification

    Specification This information is applicable only to Ecuador. The appearance and specifications contained in this manual may vary due to the constant improvements made to the product. Manufacturer's name LG Electronics Inc. Model No. VF31XKNH Climate class ST (SUBTROPICAL) Annual energy consumption...

  • Page 58: Product Information

    APPENDIX Manufacturer's name LG Electronics Inc. Storage area 319 dm Storage fresh food compartment area 209 dm Storage food freezer compartment area 110dm Storage two star section area Temperature rise time 18,3 h NOTE • The ice making capacity in the freezer is more than 5% of the total gross volume.
  • Page 59 Memo...

Table of Contents