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Summarization of Contents
3. DISASSEMBLY
3-1 REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
Detailed steps for removing and replacing refrigerator doors, including safety precautions.
3-2 DOOR
Instructions for removing and replacing the refrigerator door gasket and frame cover.
3-3 TO REMOVE THE DISPENSER
Procedure for safely removing the dispenser cover and internal components.
3-4 DOOR ALIGNMENT
Steps to align refrigerator doors if they are uneven, using snap rings.
3-5 FAN AND FAN MOTOR(EVAPORATOR)
Guide to removing and disassembling the evaporator fan and motor assembly.
ICE FAN SCROLL ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
Steps to replace the ice fan scroll assembly, including grille and harness removal.
3-6 DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY
Procedure for replacing the defrost control assembly, consisting of the defrost sensor and fuse.
3-7 LAMP
Instructions for replacing compartment lamps in both refrigerator and freezer sections.
3-8 CONTROL BOX-REFRIGERATOR
Steps to remove and replace the main control box in the refrigerator section.
3-9 MULTI DUCT
Procedure for removing the multi duct assembly, including caps and lead wire.
3-10 MAIN PWB
Steps for removing and replacing the main Printed Wiring Board (PWB).
3-11 DISPENSER
Instructions for disconnecting the funnel and button assembly of the dispenser.
3-12 DISPLAY PWB REPLACEMENT
Procedure for removing and replacing the display Printed Wiring Board (PWB).
3-13 FUNNEL REPLACEMENT
Steps to replace the funnel assembly, including cover and wire harness disconnection.
3-14 SUB PWB FOR WORKING DISPENSER
Procedure for removing and replacing the sub PWB for the dispenser.
3-15 DUCT DOOR REPLACEMENT
Steps for replacing the duct door, including dispenser cover, wire harness, and funnel.
3-16 ICE CORNER DOOR REPLACEMENT
Instructions for removing and replacing the ice corner door.
3-17 ICEMAKER ASSEMBLY
Procedure for removing and replacing the icemaker assembly, including wire harness and ground screw.
3-18 AUGER MOTOR COVER
Steps to remove the auger motor cover after removing the icemaker.
3-19 AUGER MOTOR REPLACEMENT
Procedure for removing and replacing the auger motor assembly, including ice bin and drive coupler.
3-20 HOW TO REMOVE A DOOR ICE BIN
Detailed steps on how to grip and remove the door ice bin.
3-21 HOW TO INSERT A DOOR ICE BIN
Instructions for inserting the door ice bin, with caution regarding the icemaker.
3-22 HOW TO REMOVE AND REINSTALL THE PULLOUT DRAWER
Step-by-step guide for removing and reinstalling the pullout freezer drawer, including gear and rail removal.
4. ADJUSTMENT
4-1 COMPRESSOR
Explanation of the compressor's role, composition, and important usage notes for servicing.
4-2 PTC-STARTER
Details on the PTC starter's composition, role, applied circuit, and cooling requirements.
4-3. WATER VALVE DISASSEMBLY METHOD
Procedure for disassembling the water valve, including power off and water line separation.
4-4. FAN AND FAN MOTOR DISASSEMBLY METHOD
Steps for disassembling the fan assembly and motor, including screw removal and shaft separation.
4-5 OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR)
Definition, role, and cross-section of the Overload Protector (OLP).
4-6 TO REMOVE THE COVER PTC
Instructions for removing the cover of the PTC component, including screw and pry tool usage.
6. TROUBLESHOOTING
6-1 COMPRESSOR AND ELECTRIC COMPONENTS
Troubleshooting guide for compressor and related electric components, focusing on voltage and resistance checks.
6-2 OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Troubleshooting for other electrical components like fan motors and defrost system issues.
6-3 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS CHART
Diagnostic chart linking complaints to points to check and remedies for various refrigerator issues.
6-4 REFRIGERATION CYCLE
Troubleshooting chart detailing states of the unit, evaporator, and compressor based on refrigeration cycle issues.
7. OPERATION PRINCIPLE & REPAIR METHOD OF ICEMAKER
7-1 OPERATION PRINCIPLE
Detailed explanation of the icemaker's operational principle and its various modes.
7-2 ICE MAKER FUNCTIONS
Description of the icemaker's functions, including Icemaking Mode, Harvest Mode, and Fill/Park Position.
7-2-4 Function TEST
Procedure for performing forced operation tests on the icemaker for service and diagnosis.
7-3 DEFECT DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
Explanation of error codes displayed on the ice maker water supply control panel.
8. DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION & CIRCUIT OF MICOM
8-1 FUNCTION
Overview of various refrigerator functions including temperature control, lock, and filter status display.
8-1-4 EXPRSS FREEZING selection
Details on the Express Freezing function for quick freezing and increased ice production.
8-1-5 Dispenser use selection
Instructions on how to select and use the dispenser for water or ice.
8-1-6 CONTROL OF FREEZER FAN MOTOR
Explanation of the freezer fan motor's speeds and operational control.
8-1-7 Cooling Fan Motor
Description of the cooling fan motor's operation and failure sensing.
8-1-8 Icing Fan
Details on the icing fan's control mechanism and failure sensing.
8-1-9 Express Freezing
Detailed explanation of the Express Freezing function's purpose, activation, and operation periods.
8-1-10 FREEZER & REFRIGERATOR LAMP AUTO OFF
Information on the automatic shut-off feature for the freezer and refrigerator lamps.
8-1-11 Alarm for Open Door
Explanation of the open door alarm function, including buzzer sounds and cancellation.
8-1-12 Defrosting (removing frost)
Details on the defrosting cycle timing, stopping conditions, and malfunction causes.
8-1-13 Defect Diagnosis Function
Explanation of the automatic diagnosis feature and how defect codes are displayed.
ERROR CODE on display panel
Table detailing error detection categories, display codes, generation factors, and remarks.
8-1-14 TEST Mode
Description of the TEST mode for checking PCB and product functions, including test steps and remarks.
8-2 PCB FUNCTION
Overview of the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) functions and power supply connections.
8-2-1 Power Circuit
Details on how power is supplied to the control board at specific pins.
8-2-2 Load / Fan & Open Door Detection Circuit
Circuit checks for load drive conditions, fan operation, and open door detection.
3. Open Door Detection Circuit Check
Procedure for checking the open door detection circuit and its voltage outputs.
8-2-3 Temperature Sensor Circuit
Explanation of the temperature sensor circuit and resistance values at different temperatures.
8-2-4 Refrigeration Compartment Stepping Motor Damper Circuit
Details on the reversible DC motor used for opening and closing the damper.
8-2-5 Dispenser Drive Circuit
Circuit diagram and voltage outputs for the dispenser drive components.
8-3 TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting guide for common issues like power source, cooling, and freezer temperature problems.
8-4 MAIN PWB ASSEMBLY AND PARTS LIST
Diagram and parts list for the main Printed Circuit Board (PWB) assembly.
8-4-2 Dispenser Drive PWB Assembly
Diagram and parts list for the dispenser drive Printed Circuit Board (PWB) assembly.
9. EXPLODED VIEW & REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
CASE PARTS
Exploded view and parts list for the case components of the refrigerator.
FREEZER PARTS
Exploded view and parts list specifically for freezer compartment components.
REFRIGERATOR PARTS
Exploded view and parts list for refrigerator compartment components.
DOOR PARTS
Exploded view and parts list for refrigerator door components.
DISPENSER PARTS
Exploded view and parts list for dispenser assembly components.
ICE & MAKER PARTS
Exploded view and parts list for ice and icemaker related components.
ICE BANK PARTS
Exploded view and parts list for ice bank related components.
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