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LG LFX31915ST Owner's Manual

LG LFX31915ST Owner's Manual

Super-capacity 3 door french door refrigerator
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FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.

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  • Page 1 FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
  • Page 2 Before Use Control Panel - Control Panel Features In-Door Ice Bin - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin Automatic Icemaker Refrigerator Exterior - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off Refrigerator Interior - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off - Normal Sounds You May Hear - Preparing for Vacation Ice and Water Dispenser...
  • Page 3 * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. The water dispenser dispenses fresh, chilled water. The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice. The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer drawer remains open. If a refrigerator door or freezer drawer is left open for more than 60 seconds, a warning alarm sounds in 30 second intervals.

  • Page 4: Installation

    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. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word WARNING or CAUTION.
  • Page 5 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. Do not use this product for special purposes (storage of medicine or test materials or for ships, etc).

  • Page 6: Maintenance

    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. Installation The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator.
  • Page 7 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. Opens and closes Dispenses purified water and ice. the door.
  • Page 8 The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator. Used to preserve dairy Purifies water. products. NOTE The filter should be replaced every 6 months. Please refer to the “Replacing the filter” section in this The shelves in your manual for details.
  • Page 9 Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.
  • Page 10 The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements. Dimensions 35 3/4" (W) X 36 1/4" (D) X 70 1/4" (H), 48 1/8" (D w/ door open) 908 mm (W) X 921 mm (D) X 1782 mm (H), 1221 mm (D w/ door open) Net weight 348 lb.
  • Page 11 Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected for the automatic icemaker. Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving The water pressure must be between the refrigerator for cleaning or service, 20 and 120 psi on models without a...
  • Page 12 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 is too low or high, cooling ability may be Removing the doors is always adversely affected. recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening.
  • Page 13 Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a in. Allen wrench and remove the handle. If your entrance door is too narrow for the Loosen the mounting fasteners that refrigerator to pass through, remove the...
  • Page 14 Remove the screw from the hinge cover Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the hook remove the door. (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a flat-head screwdriver.
  • Page 15 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove 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. Place the door on the floor, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.
  • Page 16 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 17 Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case and pull it through the 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. Install the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge.
  • Page 18 The top and bottom drawers are all removed in the same way. In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity. Use two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so 1) Gently press the Collet and insert the can result in back or other injury.
  • Page 19 Fully extend the freezer drawer. With both hands, grip both sides of the Lift the Dura Base basket up and out, drawer and pull it up to remove it from the making sure to clear the rail system. rails. Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer.
  • Page 20 Lower the door into final position and tighten the screws located on both sides. The top and bottom drawers are all assembled in the same way. With both hands, pull out each rail simultaneously until both rails are fully extended. With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the lower basket in the rail assembly.
  • Page 21 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 or 1.5 kgf/cm (takes Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in more than 4.0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity):...
  • Page 22 If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will need an adapter (available at plumbing supply 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 installation, be sure the device is...
  • Page 23 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.

  • Page 24: Plug In The Refrigerator

    TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak. Plug in the refrigerator. Check to see if leaks occur at the water Connect to a rated power outlet. line connections. Have a certified electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding.
  • Page 25 After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power Both the left and right refrigerator doors have cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, the refrigerator into the final position. to raise and lower them to align properly. If the space between your doors is uneven, Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs—...
  • Page 26 Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping. 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,. Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information on the rear surface of the refrigerator.

  • Page 27: Refrigerator Temperature

    * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Ice Selection Ice Selection Press the ice selection button to choose either cubed or crushed ice. The cube or crush ice icon will illuminate. Refrigerator Temperature Refrigerator Temperature Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).

  • Page 28: Door Alarm

    Door Alarm Door Alarm When power is connected to the Ice Plus Ice Plus refrigerator, the door alarm is initially set to ON. When you press the Door Alarm button, This function increases both ice making and the display will change to OFF and the Door freezing capabilities.
  • Page 29 * 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. Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute.
  • Page 30 * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce 70~210 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature number of door openings and other operating conditions.
  • Page 31 When the water supply will be shut off for several hours. When the ice bin is removed for more The first ice and water dispensed may than one or two minutes. include particles or odor from the water When the refrigerator will not be used supply line or the water tank.
  • Page 32 Incorrect Way Correct Way * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Water Keep children away from the dispenser. Children may play with or damage the controls. Throw away the first few batches of ice (about 24 cubes).
  • Page 33 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. Dairy product bin Vegetable storage (Crisper) Preserves vegetables and fruit. Adjustable refrigerator shelf Adjustable shelves to meet your individual storage Ice storage bin needs.
  • Page 34 * The following tips may not be applicable 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. and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted.
  • Page 35 Packaging Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct 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. If it does, you could have food odor and following functions may not be available.
  • Page 36 (Pantry drawer not shown for clarity) Lift up the glass under the crisper cover, and pull up and out. To remove the Humidity Controlled Crisper and the Glide’N’Server, pull out the Crisper Glide’N’Server to full extension, lift the front up, and pull straight out. The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjustment.
  • Page 37 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. Your of the shelf. Pull the front of the shelf toward model may have glass or wire shelves.

  • Page 38: Condenser Coils

    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 39 - Visit your local dealer or distributor and remove the protective cover from the o-rings. With - Web: Find Parts & Accessories from water filter tabs Support section of lg.com in the horizontal - Call : 1-800-243-0000 (USA) position, push 1-888-542-2623 (Canada)

  • Page 40: Performance Data Sheet

    Performance Data Sheet Model: LG ADQ36006101-S Use Replacement Cartridge: ADQ36006101 The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53.
  • Page 41 Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown Manufactured for LG®Electronics by CUNO quality without adequate disinfection before Incorporated 400 Research Parkway Meriden, or after the system. Systems certified for CT 06450 U.S.A Worldwide: 203-237-5541...

  • Page 43: Smart Diagnosis

    1-800-243-0000. 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 44: 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 45 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 46 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 47 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). Food has been left in the freezer Do not store food items with high water content for a long period of time.
  • Page 48 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. Lowering the refrigerator temperature can help, as well as not opening the doors as frequently.
  • Page 49 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 50 Problem Possible Causes Solutions Not dispensing New installation or water line Dispense 2.5 gallons 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 gallon amount continuously.
  • Page 51 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 52 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 53 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.

  • Page 54: Warranty Period

    Should your LG Refrigerator (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal home use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will at its option repair or replace the product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only when purchased and used within the United States including U.S.
  • Page 55 Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days a year) and select the appropriate option from the menu, or visit our website at http://www.lg.com Or by mail: LG Customer Information Center: P. O. Box 240007, 201 James Record Road Huntsville, Alabama 35813 ATTN: CIC...
  • Page 56 WARRANTY: Should your LG Refrigerator (“Product”) fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the warranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail purchase. This warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only to a Product distributed in Canada by LG Canada or an authorized Canadian distributor thereof.
  • Page 57 6. Damage resulting from the misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance of the Product. Improper repair includes use of parts not approved or specified by LG Canada. 7. Damage or product failure caused by unauthorized modification or alteration, or use for other than its intended purpose, or resulting from any water leakage due to improper installation.
  • Page 61 For inquires or comments, visit or call; USA, Consumer User USA, Commercial User CANADA...
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