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BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 PRODUCT FEATURES 22 HOW TO USE
22 Before Use
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY 23 Control Panel
23 - Control Panel Features
INSTRUCTIONS
25 In-Door Ice Bin
25 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
7 COMPONENTS 25 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
26 Automatic Icemaker
7 Refrigerator Exterior
26 - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off
8 Refrigerator Interior
27 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off
27 - Normal Sounds You May Hear
9 INSTALLATION 27 - Preparing for Vacation
9 Installation Overview 28 Ice and Water Dispenser
10 Unpacking Your Refrigerator 28 - Dispenser
10 Choosing the Proper Location 28 - Using the Dispenser
10 - Flooring 28 - Locking the Dispenser Selector buttons
11 - Ambient Temperature 28 - Cleaning the Dispenser Tray
11 - Measuring the Clearances 29 Storing Food
11 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator 29 - Food Preservation Location
Door Handles 30 - Food Storage Tips
12 Removing/Assembling the Freezer 30 - Storing Frozen Food
Drawer Handle 31 Humidity Controlled Crisper and
12 Removing/Assembling the Doors and Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer
Drawers 32 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins
12 - Removing the Left Refrigerator Door 33 Door-In-Door
14 - Removing the Right Refrigerator Door 35 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
15 - Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
16 - Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
17 - Removing the Freezer Drawers 36 MAINTENANCE
19 - Assembling the Freezer Drawers 36 Cleaning
20 Connecting the Water Line 37 Replacing the Pure N Fresh
20 - Before You Begin 38 Replacing the Water Filter
20 - Water Pressure
20 Turning On the Power
21 Leveling and Door Alignment
39 SMART DIAGNOSIS
21 - Leveling 39 Using Smart Diagnosis
21 - Door Alignment
40 TROUBLESHOOTING
This product must only be used with a 240v 50Hz mains supply.
PRODUCT FEATURES 3
PRODUCT FEATURES
* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
DOOR ALARM
The Door Alarm function sounds 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 at 30 second intervals.
EXPRESS FREEZING
The freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour
period. It will also enhance ice production whilst it is on.
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of
hazards that can cause serious injury and death, 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. These words mean:
WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following.
Power
y NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull
it straight out from the outlet.
y If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent.
y Do not use an uncertified power outlet.
y Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm to avoid electrical
surges.
y Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.
Installation
y Contact an authorized service center when you install or relocate the refrigerator.
y When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
y Connect this product to a dedicated grounded electric outlet conforming with the rating prior
to use. It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard
3-prong wall outlet.
y Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of it falling or toppling over.
Use
y DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the
refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
y Do not place heavy objects on the dispenser of the refrigerator or hang onto it.
y Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.
y Do not put live animals inside of the refrigerator.
y Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is on or out of use.
y In the event of a refrigerant leak (propane/LPG), ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized
service center before use. Do not touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the refrigerator.
y In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ventilate
sufficiently and contact an authorized service center.
y Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the
refrigerator or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of
flammable gas or any source of heat or flame.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5
y This refrigerator is intended for normal indoor domestic use. Do not install this unit in direct
sunlight, or under any outdoor shelter, verandah or patio.
y This Refrigerator is designed for normal domestic, indoor use only. It is not designed for Mobile
applications such as a mobile home, caravan, or leisure water craft.
y Do not use this product for special purposes (storage of medicine or test materials, etc).
y Unplug the power plug before cleaning or maintaining the refrigerator.
y When you replace the light bulb in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.
y Do not modify or extend the power cord.
y Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove the interior odor.
y For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit
checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
y Do not use an outlet that cannot be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the
user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
y Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
y Do not use an applications such as a mobile home, caravan, or leisure water craft.
y Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear any abnormal noise, smell a strange odor or
detect smoke.
y Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call for an authorised Service
Repairer.
y Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.
y Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.
y Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.
y In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on
the automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
y When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.
y Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your
refrigerator is in operation.
y Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or carbonated beverages in the freezer.
y 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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
y Do not refreeze frozen food that have thawed completely. It may result in a serious health issue.
y If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper
disposal by a qualified servicer. If you release CFC refrigerant, you may be fined or imprisoned in
accordance with the relevant environmental law.
y Disposed or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days.
When disposing the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the doors
but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
y If the refrigerant gas has leaked, do not touch the refrigerator or the outlet and ventilate the room
immediately. A spark could trigger an explosion causing a fire or burns. Because this refrigerator
uses natural gas (isobutene, R600a) as the environment-friendly refrigerant, even a small amount
(50~60g) is combustible. If gas leaks from severe damage during delivering, installing or using the
refrigerator, any spark may cause fire or burns.
6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Installation
y The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that
were attached to the front of the refrigerator.
y Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of packing
materials (plastic) out of reach of children.
Use
y Close the door carefully when children are around.
y Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are
necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.
y If you do not store or place food properly, beware that it may fall and cause injury.
Maintenance
y Mild dishwashing liquids can be added to water to aid cleaning with a soft cloth.
y Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft fabric.
y Wipe foreign objects (dust, water, etc) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas
prior to installing.
WARNING
y Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
y Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than
those recommended by the manufacturer.
y Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
y Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless
they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
y The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal
procedures. When disposal, please consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person.
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 squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. 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 may be sited depends on the amount of
refrigerant used. The room must be 1m2 in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the
appliance. The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification
plate inside the appliance. Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt,
consult your dealer.
COMPONENTS
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.
Refrigerator Exterior
Handle
Opens and closes
Filtered Water and the door.
Ice Dispenser
Dispenses filtered water and ice. Button
Refrigerator Interior
LED interior lamps Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf
The interior lamps light up The shelves in your refrigerator are
the inside of the refrigerator. adjustable to meet your individual
storage needs.
Water filter
Purifies water. Door-In-Door Case
NOTE The convenience of a “soft cool”
storage area and ease in spreading
Ideally, the filter should be replaced every
product stored in this area.
6 months. Please refer to the “Replacing
the filter” section in this
manual for details. Cheese & Butter Bin
* This function may Cheese & Butter and
not be available, Condiment bins, that
depending on the are specially designed
model. for food that can be
stored at a warmer
temperature. This makes
Indoor Ice Bin spreading butter and
Ice cubes are slicing cheese easier.
automatically produced.
Condiment Bin
Crisper
Controls humidity and
helps vegetables and
fruit to stay crisp for Temperature Controlled
longer. Pantry Drawer (some
models only)
Allows you to store food
Fixed Door Bin
items at a different
Used to preserve temperature than the
chilled food or drinks. regular refrigerator area.
INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting
it to another location.
NOTE
Connect to potable water supply only.
10 INSTALLATION
NOTE
Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces,
a platform or weakly supported structure
is not recommended.
INSTALLATION 11
2” (5.08 cm)
2 After disconnecting the water feed tube, 5 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
open the left door. Remove the screw remove the door.
from the hinge cover at the top of the
refrigerator. Lift the hook (not visible),
located at the bottom of the front side of
the cover with a flat-head screwdriver.
CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface.
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
14 INSTALLATION
Removing the Right Refrigerator 4 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
Door remove the door.
CAUTION
Place the door on the floor, inside
facing up, on a non-scratching surface.
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the hinge
lever latch, be careful that the door
does not fall forward.
INSTALLATION 15
Install the right-side door first. 4 Make sure that the door-switch located
1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inside the cover is tightly connected.
Position the cover in its place. Insert and
inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower
the door onto the middle hinge pin as tighten the cover screw .
shown in the figure.
Assembling the Left Refrigerator 4 Push the water supply tube into the hole
Door on the top case and pull it through the
backplate.
Install the left refrigerator door after the right
door is installed.
1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is
inserted in the bottom of the door. Install
the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge.
Collet
Hinge Lever Latch
(Durabase®)
18 INSTALLATION
1 Pull the drawer open to full extension. 3 Remove the screws from the rails at both
ends.
2 Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. (Images
in the figure below may differ from the
actual drawers of the refrigerator.)
CAUTION
On the left rail, use a flat blade screwdriver Do not hold the handle when removing
to push in on the tab to release the drawer or replacing the drawer. The handle may
from the rail, as shown below. Once the come off and it could cause personal
left side is loose, push the tab on the right injury.
side with your finger to release the drawer.
Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it
straight out.
Assembling the Freezer Drawers 3 Lower the door into final position and
tighten the screws located on both sides.
The top, middle and bottom drawers are all
assembled in the same way.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in For homes fitted with Reverse Osmosis
house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator systems.
parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer
connected to your mains cold water supply,
before installing the water supply line to the
this water line installation is not covered by
refrigerator.
the refrigerator warranty. Follow the following
CAUTION instructions carefully to minimize the risk of
expensive water damage.
To prevent burns and product damange,
only connect the refrigerator water line to CAUTION
a cold water supply.
Wear eye protection during installation
to prevent injury.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power y Check to see if the sediment filter in
switch is in the OFF (O) position. the reverse osmosis system is blocked.
Replace the filter if necessary.
CAUTION y Allow the storage tank on the reverse usage.
y If the issue concerning water pressure
Do not install the icemaker tubing in
from reverse osmosis remains, call a
areas where temperatures fall below
licensed, qualified plumber.
freezing.
y All installations must be in accordance
with local plumbing code requirements.
CAUTION
y Connect to a rated power outlet.
y Have a certified electrician check
the wall outlet and wiring for proper
grounding.
y Do not damage or cut off the ground
terminal of the power plug.
INSTALLATION 21
HOW TO USE
Before use
Clean the refrigerator.
Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that may have accumulated
during shipping.
CAUTION
y 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,.
y Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information
on the rear surface of the refrigerator.
NOTE
Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.
Turn off the icemaker if the refrigerator is not yet connected to the
water supply.
Turn off the automatic icemaker and then plug the power plug of the refrigerator
into the grounded electric outlet.
* This is applicable only to certain models.
CAUTION
Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water
supply may cause the refrigerator to malfunction.
CAUTION
Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the
food to spoil, or a bad odor could remain inside the refrigerator.
* Depending on the model, some of the Press the ice type button to choose either cubed
following functions may not be available. or crushed ice. The cube or crush ice icon will
illuminate on the LED display.
Freezer Temperature
NOTE
The actual inner temperature varies
depending on the food status, since the
indicated temperature setting is the target
temperature and not the actual temperature
within the refrigerator.
Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL
at 7 degrees C and the FREEZER CONTROL
at -17 degrees C.
Leave them at these setting for 24 hours
(one day) to stabilize. Then adjust the
compartment temperature as illustrated
above.
(On some
Pure N Fresh [ models) ]
The Pure N Fresh helps remove odors from
the refrigerator. The Pure N Fresh has two
settings, Auto and Power(PWR). In Auto
mode, the Pure N Fresh will cycle on and
off in increments of ten minutes on and
one hundred ten minutes off. If set to the
Power(PWR) mode, the Pure N Fresh will stay
on continuously for four hours, cycling on and
off in increments of ten minutes on and five
minutes off. After four hours, the Pure N Fresh
will switch back to Auto mode.
LED Display Control
Indicator Button y The Press the Pure N Fresh button
once for Power(PWR) mode.
y Press the Pure N Fresh button again to
switch back to Auto mode.
24 HOW TO USE
When the Change Filter icon turns on, the air The Control Lock function disables every other
filter needs to be replaced. After replacing button on the display.
the air filter, press and hold the Pure N Fresh
y When power is initially connected to the
button for three seconds to turn the icon light
refrigerator, the Lock function is off.
off. It is recommended to change the air filter
approximately every 6 months. y If you want to activate the Lock function to
lock other buttons, press and hold the Lock
button for three seconds or more. The Lock
Express Freezing icon will display and the Lock function is
now enabled.
This function increases both ice making and
y To disable the Lock function, press and hold
freezing capabilities.
the Lock button for approximately three
y When you touch the Express Freezing button, seconds.
the graphic will illuminate in the display and
y The Lock function will not stop water or ice
will continue for 24 hours. The function will
from dispensing.
automatically shut off after 24 hours.
y You can stop this function manually by
touching the button one more time.
Power Saving Mode
Light y When the refrigerator is in the Power
Saving Mode, the display will remain
When you press the Light button, the off until a door is opened or a button is
dispenser light will turn on and the indicator pressed. Once on, the display will remain
will appear on the LED display. on for 20 seconds.
* Depending on the model, some of the 2 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.
CAUTION
y Keep hands and tools out of the ice
compartment door and dispenser chute.
Failure to do so may result in damage or
personal injury.
y The icemaker will stop producing ice when
the in-door ice bin is full. If you need more
ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin
in the freezer compartment. During use,
the ice can become uneven causing the
icemaker to misread the amount of ice
cubes and stop producing ice. Shaking the
ice bin to level the ice within it can reduce
this problem. Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
y Storing cans or other items in the ice bin will
damage the icemaker. 1 Carefully insert the in-door ice bin while
y Keep the ice compartment door closed slightly slanting it to avoid contact with the
tightly. If the ice compartment door is not icemaker.
closed tightly, the cold air in the ice bin will
freeze food in the refrigerator compartment.
This could also cause the icemaker to stop
producing ice.
y If the ON/OFF switch on the icemaker is
set to OFF for an extended period of time,
the ice compartment will gradually warm
up to the temperature of the refrigerator
compartment. To prevent ice cubes from
melting and leaking from the dispenser,
ALWAYS empty the ice bin when the 2 Avoid touching the ice-detecting sensor
icemaker is set to OFF for more than a few when replacing the ice bin. See the label
hours. on the ice compartment door for details.
Ice-detecting
sensor
CAUTION
When handling the ice bin,
keep hands away from the
icemaker tray area to avoid
personal injury.
26 HOW TO USE
Automatic Icemaker
* Depending on the model, some of the Icemaker
following functions may not be available.
Water
CAUTION
Keep children away from the dispenser.
Children could play with or damage the
controls.
Dispenser Ice
Water switch
CAUTION
Ice switch
Throw away the first few batches of ice
(about 24 cubes). This is also necessary
if the refrigerator has not been used for
a long time.
Tray
NOTE
y If discolored ice is dispensed, check Cleaning the Dispenser Tray
the water filter and water supply. If the
problem continues, contact a qualified
service center. Do not use the ice or
1 Grip the tray with both hands and pull it
water until the problem is corrected. out.
y The dispenser will not operate when
either of the refrigerator doors are open.
y If dispensing water or ice into a container
with a small opening, place it as close to
the dispenser as possible.
y Some dripping may occur after
dispensing. Hold your cup beneath
the dispenser for a few seconds after
dispensing to catch all of the drops.
Storing Food
Food Preservation Location
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.
CAUTION
y Do not store food with high moisture content towards the top of the refrigerator.
The moisture could come in direct contact with the cold air and freeze.
y Wash food before storing it in the refrigerator. Vegetables and fruit should be washed, and food
packaging should be wiped down to prevent adjacent foods from being contaminated.
y If the refrigerator is kept in a hot and humid place, frequent opening of the door or storing a lot
of vegetables in the refrigerator may cause condensation to form. Wipe off the condensation
with a clean cloth or a paper towel.
y If the refrigerator door or freezer drawer is opened or closed too often, warm air may penetrate
the refrigerator and raise its temperature. It can also add to your electricity cost.
y It may be normal to see some minor traces of condensation on the outer left side of the
refrigerator under extremely high humidity conditions due to the ice maker air flow ducts.
NOTE
y If you are leaving home for a short period of time, like a short vacation, the refrigerator should
be left on. Refrigerated foods that are able to be frozen will stay preserved longer if stored in the
freezer.
y If you are leaving the refrigerator turned off for an extended period of time, remove all food,
empty out the ice bin and unplug the power cord. Clean the interior, and leave the door open to
prevent fungi from growing in the refrigerator.
y The Cheese & Butter and Condiment bins are not recommended for storing items that spoil
easily such as milk and mayonnaise.
30 HOW TO USE
Do not use
y Bread wrappers
y Non-polyethylene plastic containers
y Containers without tight lids
Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer
y Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
y Thin, semi-permeable wrap The Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer
provides storage space with a variable
temperature control that can keep the
compartment at a slightly different temperature
than the refrigerator section. This drawer can
be used for large party trays, deli items and
beverages. (This drawer should not be used for
vegetables that require high humidity.)
NOTE
Some bins may vary in appearance and
will only fit in one location.
CAUTION
y Do not apply excessive force while
detatching or assembling the storage
bins.
y Do not use the dishwasher to clean
the storage bins and shelves.
y Regularly detach and wash the storage
bins and shelves; they can become
easily contaminated by the food.
HOW TO USE 33
The Door-In-Door compartment allows for easy To access the Door-In-Door compartment,
access of commonly used food items. press the button on the right refrigerator door
handle while pulling it open.
The inner Door-In-Door door includes two door
bins, the Cheese & Butter and Condiment bins,
that are specially designed for food that can be
stored at a warmer temperature. This makes
spreading butter and slicing cheese easier.
NOTE
The Cheese & Butter and Condiment
bins are not recommended for storing
items that spoil easily such as milk and
mayonnaise.
1 To remove the door bins, lift up and pull out. 1 To remove the lower shelf, lift the shelf
retainer up and out.
2 To replace the door bins, locate the door bin
in above the desired support and push down 2 Remove the two screws from the shelf and
until it locks into place. pull it straight out.
3
1 2
HOW TO USE 35
CAUTION
y Do not clean glass shelves with
warm water while they are cold.
Shelves may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or
impact.
y Glass shelves are heavy. Use special
care when removing them.
CAUTION
Make sure that shelves are level from
one side to the other. Failure to do so
may result in the shelf falling or spilling
food.
36 MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
y Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both
sections about once a month to prevent odors.
y Wipe up spills immediately.
y Always unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
WARNING
Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
MAINTENANCE 37
1 Remove the old water filter. 3 After the water filter is replaced, dispense
10 liters of water (flush for approximately
y Lower or remove the
top left shelf to allow the 5 minutes) to remove trapped air and
water filter to rotate all contaminates from the system. Do not
the way down. dispense the entire 10 liters amount
continuously. Depress and release the
y Press the push button
to open the water filter dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON
cover. and 60 seconds OFF.
SMART DIAGNOSIS
Should you experience any problems with 3 Hold the mouthpiece of your phone in
your refrigerator, it has the capability of front of the speaker that is located on the
transmitting data via your telephone to the LG right hinge of the refrigerator door, when
service center. This gives you the capability of instructed to do so by the call center.
speaking directly to our trained specialists. The
specialist records the data transmitted from
your machine and uses it to analyze the issue,
providing a fast and effective diagnosis.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Review the Troubleshooting section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time
and money.
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. Refer to the Airflow diagram in
the Using Your Refrigerator section.
Doors are opened often or for When the doors are opened often or for long
long periods of time. periods of time, warm, humid air enters the
compartment. This raises the temperature and
moisture level within the compartment. To lessen
the effect, reduce the frequency and duration of
door openings.
Doors not closed correctly. See the Doors will not close correctly or pop open
section in Parts & Features Troubleshooting.
Temperature control is not set If the temperature is too warm, adjust the
correctly. control one increment at a time and wait for the
temperature to stabilize. Refer to the Setting the
Controls section for more information.
Defrost cycle has recently During the defrost cycle, the temperature of each
completed. compartment may raise slightly and condensation
may form on the back wall. Wait 30 minutes
and confirm the proper temperature has been
restored once the defrost cycle has completed.
42 TROUBLESHOOTING
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. in the freezer for a long period of time.
Icemaker is not Demand exceeds ice storage The icemaker can produce approximately 52~140
making enough capacity. cubes in a 24 hour period only under favorable
ice. conditions.
House water supply is not Connect the refrigerator to a cold water supply
connected, valve is not turned with adequate pressure and turn the water
on fully, or valve is clogged. shutoff valve fully open.
If the problem persists, it may be necessary to
contact a plumber.
Water filter has been It is recommended that you replace the water
exhausted. filter:
• Approximately every six months.
• When the water filter indicator turns on.
• When the water dispenser output decreases.
• When the ice cubes are smaller than normal.
Tubing connecting refrigerator The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is
to house supply valve is kinked. moved during installation or cleaning resulting
in reduced water flow. Straighten or repair the
water supply line and arrange it to prevent future
kinks.
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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.
Doors are not closed If the doors are not properly closed, ice
completely. production will be affected. See the Doors will
not close completely or pop open section in Parts
& Features Troubleshooting for more information.
The temperature setting for the The recommended temperature for the freezer
freezer is too warm. compartment for normal ice production is -18°C
or colder in warmer climates. If the freezer
temperature is warmer, ice production will be
affected.
Dispensing water Water filter has been exhausted. It is recommended that you replace the water
slowly. filter:
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.
Check the ice bin for ice cubes clumping/sticking
together. If they are, break up the ice cubes to
allow for proper operation.
The delivery chute is clogged Eliminate the frost or ice fragments by removing
with frost or ice fragments. the ice bin and clearing the chute with a plastic
utensil. Dispensing cubed ice can also help
prevent frost or ice fragment buildup.
The dispenser display is locked. Press and hold the ALARM and LOCK buttons
simultaneously for three seconds to unlock the
control panel and dispenser.
Ice bin is empty. It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment
to reach the desired temperature and for the
icemaker to begin making ice. Make sure that the
shutoff
(arm/sensor) is not obstructed.
Not dispensing New installation or water line Dispense 10 liters of water (flush for
water. recently connected. approximately 5 minutes) to remove trapped air
and contaminates from the system.
Do not dispense the entire 10 liters amount
continuously. Depress and release the dispenser
pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds
OFF.
The dispenser panel is locked. Press and hold the Lock button for three seconds
to unlock the control panel and dispenser.
The dispenser is not set for The dispenser can be set for ice or water. Make
water dispensing. certain that the control panel is set for the proper
operation. Press the Water button on the control
panel to dispense water.
Refrigerator or freezer doors are Water will not dispense if any of the refrigerator
not closed properly. doors are left open.
Water filter has been recently After the water filter is replaced, dispense 10
removed or replaced. liters of water (flush for approximately 5 minutes)
to remove trapped air and contaminates from
the system. Do not dispense the entire 10 liters
amount continuously. Depress and release the
dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and
60 seconds OFF.
Tubing connecting refrigerator The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is
to house supply valve is kinked. moved during installation or cleaning resulting in
reduced water flow. Straighten or repair the water
supply line and arrange it to prevent future kinks.
The house water supply is not Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn
connected, the valve is not the water shutoff valve fully open.
turned on fully, or the valve is
clogged. If the problem persists, it may be necessary to
contact a plumber.
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