BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
Owner's Manual
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LIMITE D WARRANTY
United States of America
LG Electronics
LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective
in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of
original purchase.
This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is
in the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.
LG Refrigerator / Freezer Warranty Period
Product Parts Labor
Refrigerator / Freezer 1 year 1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051 )]
Sealed System 7 years 1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051 )]
(Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator)
No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES.
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF
THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF
USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVlENCE, LOSS ORANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR
ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.
Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
1. Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup, install, instruct, or replace housefuses or correct house wiring or
plumbing, or correction of unauthorized repairs.
2. Damage tothe product caused by accident, pests, fire, floods, or acts of God.
3. Repairs when your LG product is used in other than normal, single-family householduse.
4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, or improper installation.
5. Damagescaused during and/or after delivery.
6. Display,discount, or refurbished units purchased with scratches, dents, or defects.
Proofof purchase is required and must be providedto LG in order to validate warranty.
Therefore, these costs are paid by the consumer.
Ifthe product is installedoutside the normalservicearea, any costof transportation involvedin the repairof the product,or the
replacementof defective parts, shall be borne by the owner.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:
To obtain Warranty Coverage:
To obtain Product or Customer
Service Assistance:
To obtain the nearest
Authorized Service Center:
Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase.
A Copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time
warranty service is provided.
Call 1-800-243-0000
(24 hrs a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year)
Press the appropriate menu option, and have your product type
(Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal
Code ready.
Call 1-800-243-0000
(24 hrs a day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year)
Press the appropriate option, and have your product type
(Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal
Code ready.
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GARANT[A LIMITADA
Estados Unidos de America
LG Electronics
LG Electronics reparara o en su defecto reemplazara sin cargo, el producto defectuoso en material o mano de
obra bajo uso normal durante el periodo de garantia que se menciona a continuacion desde la fecha original de
compra.
Esta garantia es valida solo para el comprador original del producto durante el periodo de garantia mientras
permanezca en los E.E.U.U. Incluyendo Alaska, Hawaii y otros territorios de E.E.U.U.
Periodo de Garantia del refrigerador/Congelador LG
Producto _ Mano de Obra
Refrigerador/Congelador 1a_o 1a_o[Servicioadomicitio (ExceptoModeloGR-051)]
Sistema Setlado 7aSos 1aSo[Servicioa domicilio(ExceptoModeloGR-051)]
(Compresor, Condensador, Evaporador)
No se aplicara otro tipo de garantia a este producto. LA DURACION DE OTRAS GARANTIAS,
INCLUYENDO LA DE COMPRA, ESTAN LIMITADAS A LA DURAClON DE ESTA GARANTIA. LG
ELECTRONICS NO SE HACE RESPONSABLE POR LA PERDIDA EN EL USO DEL PRODUCTO,
POR INCONVENIENClA O CUALQUIER OTRO DANO DIRECTO O CONSECUENTE QUE PROVENGA
DEL USO Y/O NO USO DE ESTE PRODUCTO O POR ALGUNA VIOLAClON ALAS GARANTIAS
IMPLEMENTADAS INCLUYENDO LA GARANTIA DE COMPRAAPLICADAA ESTE PRODUCTO.
Algunos estados no permiten la exclusi6n o limitaci6n de dafios incidentales o consecuenciates o limitaciones
en cuanto al tiempo que dura una garantia implicita; por Ioque atgunas de estas limitaciones o exclusiones
pueden no apticarse a usted. Esta garantia le otorga derechos legales especificos y usted puede ademas tener
otros derechos los cuales varian de Estado a Estado.
LA GARANTIA ANTERIOR NO APLICA A •
1. Servicio a su casa para entregar, recoger, instalar o reemplazar fusibles caseros, corregir cableado casero o
plomerfa correcci6n de reparaciones no autorizadas.
2. Da_o al producto causado por accidente, plagas, incendios, inundaciones o actos por naturaleza.
3. Reparaciones cuando su producto LG sea usado diferente a Io normal.
4. Da_o resultante de accidente, alteraci6n, mal uso o instalaci6n inadecuada.
5. Da_os causados durante y despu6s de la entrega.
6. Reemplazo, descuento o restauraci6n de unidades compradas con rayones, abolladuras o defectos.
La prueba de la compra se requiere y se debe proporcionar a LG para validar la garantia.
Por Io tanto, estos costos seran pagados por el consumidor.
Si el producto es instalado fuera del _rea normal de servicio, cualquier costo de transportaci6n relacionado en la
reparaci6n del producto, o el reemplazo de partes defectuosas, ser_n cargados al propietario.
NUMEROS DE ASISTENCIA AL CLIENTE:
Para obtener cobertura de la Garantia: Conserve su factura para comprobar la fecha de
Para obtener informacion:
Servicio de Asistencia:
Paraobtener el Centro deServicio Autorizado
mas cercano:
compra.
Una copia de su recibo de compra debe ser entregada
cuando sete proporcione et servicio de garantia.
Llame al 1-800-243-0000
(24 hrs al dia, 7 dias por semana, 365 dias al aSo)
Presione la opci6n de men6 apropiado, y tenga su tipo de
producto (Refrigerador), n6mero de modelo, n6mero de
serie, y ZIP / C6digo Postal listos.
Llame al 1-800-243-0000
(24 hrs al dia, 7 dias por semana, 365 dias at aSo)
Presione la opci6n adecuada, y tenga su tipo de
producto(Refrigerador), n6mero de modelo, n6mero
de serie, y ZIP/c6digo Postal listos.
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LG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC.
GARANTIE LIMITI_E DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR LG - Canada
GARANTIE : Si votre refrig6rateur LG (le _ produit _) s'avere defectueux en raison d'un defaut de materiau ou de fabrication Iors d'une utilisation
normale a domicile, pendant la periode de garantie specifi6e ci-apres, LG Canada reparera ou remplacera a sa discretion le produit sur reception de
la preuve d'achat originale foumie par le detaillant. Cette garantie n'est offerte qu'a I'acheteur original du produit chez un detaillant et ne s'applique
qu'a un produit distribue au Canada par LG Canada ou par un distributeur canadien autorise. La garantie ne s'applique qu'aux produits situes et
utilises au Canada.
PI_RIODE DE GARANTIE : (Remarque : Si la date d'achat originale nepeut _tre vdrifide, la garantie ddbutera
soixante (60) jours suivant la date de fabrication.)
Rdfrigdrateur/congdlateur Systeme scelld (compresseur, condensateur et dvaporateur seulement)
Pieces et main-d'oeuvre Pieces et main-d'oeuvre Pieces seulement
(pieces internes fonctionnelles (Lesconsommateurs devront payer pour la
seulement) main-d'oeuvre)
O Les produits et pi_,ces de remplacement sont garantis pour la portion restante de la periode de garantie originale ou quatre-vingt-dix (90), selon la
periode la plus Iongue.
O Les produits et pieces de remplacement peuvent _tre neufs ou remanufactures.
O Le centre de service autoris 6 LG garantit les reparations pendant trente (30) jours.
LA RESPONSABILITI_ DE LG CANADA SE LIMITE A LA GARANTIE CI-DESSUS. SAUF TEL QU'IL EST EXPLIClTEMENT INDIQUI_ Cl-
DESSUS, LG CANADA NE FOURNIT AUCUNE AUTRE GARANTIE ET REJETTE TOUTES LES AUTRES GARANTIES ET CONDITIONS
EXPLIClTES OU IMPLIClTES A L'I_GARD DU PRODUlT, CE QUl INCLUT, SANS TOUTEFOIS S'Y LIMITER, TOUTE GARANTIE ET CONDITION
IMPLIClTE DE QUALITI_ MARCHANDE OU DE CONVENANCE A UN USAGE PARTICULIER ETAUCUNE DI_CLARATION NE LIERA LG
CANADA. LG CANADA N'AUTORISE PERSONNE A CRI_ER NI A ASSUMER AUCUNE AUTRE PROVISION POUR GARANTIES EN RELATION
AVEC CE PRODUlT. Sl UNE GARANTIE OU CONDITION IMPLIClTE EST REQUlSE PAR LA LOI, SA PI_RIODE SE LIMITE A CELLE DE LA
GARANTIE EXPLIClTE SUSMENTIONNI_E.
LG CANADA, LE FABRICANT ET LE DISTRIBUTEUR NE POURRONT Ir=TRETENUS RESPONSABLES D'AUCUN DOMMAGE ACCESSOIRE,
CONSI_CUTIF, SPI_ClAL, DIRECT OU INDIRECT, D'AUCUNE PERTE D'ACHALANDAGE OU DE PROFITS, D'AUCUN DOMMAGE PUNITIF,
EXEMPLAIRE OU AUTRE, DIRECTEMENT OU INDIRECTEMENT ATTRIBUABLE A TOUTE VIOLATION CONTRACTUELLE, FONDAMENTALE
OU AUTRE, OU A UNE ACTION, UNE OMISSION, UN DI_LIT OU TOUTE AUTRE CHOSE.
La presente garantie vous confere des droits legaux specifiques. Vous pourriez disposer d'autres droits, suivant les lois provinciales applicables.
Toute clause de la presente garantie qui invalide ou modifie une condition ou garantie implicite aux termes d'une Ioi provinciale est dissociable si elle
entre en conflit avec la Ioi provinciale, et ce, sans affecter les autres clauses de la garantie.
LA PRE_SENTE GARANTIE LIMITI_E NE COUVRE PAS CE QUI SLUT:
1. Un appel de service pour livrer, ramasser ou installer le produit; renseigner un client sur le fonctionnement du produit; reparer ou remplacer des
fusibles ou rectifier le c_blange; ou corriger une reparation ou installation non autorisee.
2. La defaillance du produit durant une panne ou interruption de courant ou en raison d'un service electrique inadequat.
3. Des dommages occasionnes par la fuite ou le bris de conduites d'eau, le gel de conduites d'eau, des tuyaux de drainage restreints, une
alimentation en eau inadequate ou interrompue ou une alimentation en air inadequate.
4. Des dommages attribuables a I'utilisation du produit dans une atmosphere corrosive ou contraire aux instructions specifi6es dans le mannuel
d'utilisation de produit.
5. Des dommages au produit causes par un accident, des animaux nuisibles ou des vermines, la foundre, le vent, un incendie, une inondation ou une
catastrophe naturelle.
6. Les dommages attribuables a une mauvaise utilisation, une utilisation abusive ou a une installation, une reparation ou un entretien inapproprie du
produit. Les reparations inappropriees incluent I'utilisation de pieces ni aprouvees ni recommandees par LG Canada.
7. La deterioration ou la defaillance du produit causee par une modification ou un changement non autorise ou une utilisation autre que celle prevue,
ou resultant d' une fuite d'eau occasionee par une mauvaise installation.
8. La deterioration ou la defaillance du produit causee par un courant ou un voltage electrique incorrect, une utilisation commerciale ou industrielle, ou
I'utilisation d'accessoires, d'elements ou de produits nettoyants non approuves par LG Canada.
9. Les dommages causes par le transport et la manipulation, notamment les egratignures, les bosses, les ecaillures et / ou tout autre dommage a la
finition du produit a moins que ces dommages ne soient attribuables a des defauts de materiaux ou de fabrication et qu'ils ne soient signales dans un
delai d'une (1) semaine de la livraison.
10. Des dommages ou des pieces manquantes a tout produit expose, deballe, solde ou remis a neuf.
11. Des produits don't le numero de serie original a ete retire, modifie ou ne peut _tre facilement determine. Le modele et le numero de serie, ainsi
que le regu de vente original du detaillant, sont requis pour valider la garantie.
12. L'augmentation des coots et de la consommation des services publics.
13. Le remplacement des ampoules electriques, des filtres et de toute piece non durable.
14. Les reparations requises si le produit ne sert pas a une utilisation domestique normale et habiyuelle (y compris, sans toutefois s'y limiter, une
utilisation commerciale, dans un bureau ou un centre recreatif) ou est utilise contrairement aux instructions specifiees dans le manuel d'utilisation du
produit.
15. Les coots associes a I'enlevement du produit de votre residence aux fins de reparation.
16. L'enlevement et la reinstallation du produit, s'il est installe a un endroit inaccesible ou contrairement aux instructions publiees, y compris dans le
manuel d'utilisation et le manuel d'installation du produit.
17. Les accesoires du produit, tel que les balconnets, les tiroirs, les poignees, les tablettes, etc. Sont egalement exclues les pieces non incluses
initialement avec le produit.
Tousles coots associes aux circonstances exclues ci-dessus seront assemes par le consommateur.
Pour obtenir tous les details sur la garantie et acceder au service a la I_crivez vos renseignements de garantie ci-dessous:
clientele, telephonez-nous ou visitez notre site Web: Renseignements sur I'enregistrement du produit:
Composez le 1-888-542-2623 (24 h sur 24, 365 jours par annee) et. Modele:
Selectionnez I'option de menu appropriee, ou visitez notre site Web au: Numero de serie:
Ii:_://,w_%_%_lf_>_ Date d'achat:
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LG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC.
LG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY - Canada
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. The warranty only applies to Products located and used within Canada.
WARRANTY PERIOD: (Note: If the original date of purchase can n_t be verified, the warranty will begin sixty
(60) days from the date of manufacture).
Refrigerator/Freezer Sealed System (Compressor, Condenser, and Evaporator only)
Parts and Labor
(internal/functional parts only)
Parts and Labor
Parts only
(Consumerwill be charged for labor)
O Replacement products and parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days, whichever is greater.
O Replacement products and parts may be new or remanufactured.
O LG Authorized Service Center warranties their repair work for thirty (30) days.
LG CANADA'S SOLE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ABOVE, LG
CANADA MAKES NO AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS RESPECTING THE PRODUCT, WHETHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NO REPRESENTATIONS SHALL BE BINDING ON LG CANADA. LG CANADA DOES
NOT AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON TO CREATE OR ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER WARRANTY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION
WITH THE PRODUCT. TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY WARRANTY OR CONDITION IS IMPLIED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED TO THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG CANADA, THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGES, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOST PROFITS, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY
DAMAGES OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY CONTRACTUAL BREACH,
FUNDAMENTAL OR OTHERWISE, OR FROM ANYACTS OR OMISSIONS, TORT, OR OTHERWISE.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which may vary from province to province depending on applicable
provincial laws. Any term of this warranty that negates or varies any implied condition or warranty under provincial law is severable where
it conflicts with provincial law without affecthg the remainder of this warranty's terms.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1. Service trips to deliver, pick up, or install the product; instructing a customer on operation of the product; repair or replacement of fuses or
correction of wiring, or correction of unauthorized repairs/installation.
2. Failure of the product to perform during power failures and interruptions or inadequate electrical service.
3. Damage caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply or inadequate
supply of air.
4. Damage resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product owner's manual.
5. Damage to the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, or acts of God.
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.
8. Damage or Product failure caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, commercial or industrial use, or use of accessories, components, or
cleaning products that are not approved by LG Canada.
9. Damage caused by transportation and handling, including scratches, dents, chips, and/or other damage to the finish of your product, unless
such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported within one (1) week of delivery.
10. Damage or missing items to any display, open box, discounted, or refurbished Product.
11. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined. Model and Serial numbers, along with
original retail sales receipt, are required for warranty validation.
12. Increases in utility costs and additional utility expenses.
• Replacement of light bulbs, filters, or any consumable parts.
• Repairs when your Product is used in other than normal and usual household use (including, without limitation, commercial use, in offices or
recreational facilities) or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product owner's manual.
15. Costs associated with removal of the Product from your home for repairs.
16. The removal and reinstallation of the Product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published
installation instructions, including the Product owner's and installation manuals.
• Accessories to the Product such as door bins, drawers, handles, shelves, etc. Also excluded are parts besides those that were originally included
with the Product.
All costs associated with the above excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.
For complete warranty details and customer assistance,
please call or visit our website:
Call 1-888-542-2623 (24 hours a day, 365 days a year) and
select the appropriate option from the menu, or visit our website
at
Write your warranty information below:
Product Registration Information:
Model:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
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Warranty (USA)
Warranty (Canada)
English Version
French Version
Spanish Version
Safety Instructions
Grounding Requirements
Parts and Features
Refrigerator Installation
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
Installation
Base Grille
Removing, Reversing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Doors
For Drawer Models
For Swing Models
Door Closing and Alignment
Using Your Refrigerator
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
Multi Flow
Door Alarm
Setting the Controls
Adjusting Control Settings
Food Storage Guide
Storing Frozen Food
Refrigerator Shelves
Chef Fresh / Snack Pan
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Crisper Humidity Control
Optibin Crisper
Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface
Door Racks
Design-A-Door
Dairy Bin
Ice Bin
DuraBase
DuraBase Divider
Guide-Out Drawer Basket
Tilting Door
Wire Durabase
Freezer Shelf
Care and Cleaning
General Cleaning Tips
Outside
Inside Walls
Door Liner and Gaskets
Plastic Parts
Condenser Coils
Light Bulb Replacement
Power Interruptions
When you go on vacation
About the Custom Cube Icemaker
Connecting the Water Line
Troubleshooting Guide
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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 DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if
the instructions are not followed.
To reduce the risk offire, electric shock, or injury
to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:
• NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull itstraight out from the
outlet.
• Repairor replace immediately all electric service cords that
havebecome frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not usea cord
that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at
eitherthe plug or connector end.
•When movingyour refrigeratorawayfrom the watt,
be careful notto roll over or damage the powercord.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• 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.
• Keep fingers out of "pinch point" areas; clearances between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful
when you open the doors when children are in the area.
• Unplugyour refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs.
NOTE:We strongly recommendthat any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.
• Beforereplacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the
refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box
in order to avoid contact with a live wirefilament. (Aburned-
out light bulb may breakwhen being replaced.) NOTE: Setting
eitheror both controls to the OFF position does not remove
powerto the light circuit.
• Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may
break when frozen, causing damage.
• For personal safety,this appliance must be properly grounded.
Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked bya qualified
electrician to make surethe outlet is properly grounded.
• Readall instructions before using thisappliance.
• Usethisappliance only for itsintended purpose as described
in this useand care guide.
• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold
surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or
wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.
• In refrigeratorswith 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
handson the automatic icemaking mechanism while the
refrigerator is plugged in.
• DO NOTrefreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely.
The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and
Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
"...Youmay safely refreezefrozen foods that have thawed if
they still contain ice crystals or ifthey are still cold below
40 °F (4 °C)."
"...Thawed ground meats, poultry,or fish that have any off-odor
or off-color should not be refrozen and should notbe eaten.
Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or colorof
any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be
dangerous to eat."
"Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eatingquality
of foods, particularlyfruits, vegetables and prepared foods.
The eating quality of red meats isaffected less than that of
many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to
save as much of their quality as you can."
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduce 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 person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous.., even if they will sit for "just a few days". If
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow
the instructions at right to help prevent accidents.
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY
YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used
CFC's (chlorofluorocarbons). CFC's are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure
the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a
qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment
under provisions of environmental legislation.
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL 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.
3-prong
grounding
plug
3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle _ _f_-_
Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for
115 V, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or20 amperes.
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire
hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch
or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
third (ground) prong from the power cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control,
depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the
refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are
finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or
Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired
setting.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
Conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of
an extension cord. However, ifyou still elect to use
an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be
a UL-listed (in the United States) or ACNOR (Canada),
3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a
grounding type plug and outlet, and that the electrical rating
of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance
needed for the back of the refrigerator.
POWER CORD REPLACEMENT
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, by our service center or by
qualified personal by LG Electronics, to avoid some
risk.
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Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some
or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
O Digital Sensor Control
_1 Refrigerator Light
_1 Shelves
O Temperature Control*
O Chef Fresh / Snack Pan
O Can Dispenser*
O Optibin Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper
i_ Ice Bin
O Ice Tray (Inside of H)*
ODurabase
O Dairy Bin
O Design-A-Door
O Egg Box
Refrigerator Door Rack
Freezer Light
O Pull out Drawer
_ Custom cube Icemaker*
*On some models
O Divider
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Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some
or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
O Digital Sensor Control
O Refrigerator Light
Shelves
OChef Fresh / Snack Pan
O Optibin Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper
O Ice Bin
Ice Tray (Inside of F)*
l_Durabase
O Divider
O Dairy Bin
_1 Design-A-Door
O Pull out Drawer
1_ Refrigerator Door Rack
O Freezer Light
t_1 Custom cube Icemaker*
*On some models
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Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some
or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
O Digital Sensor Control
O Refrigerator Light
Shelves
O Snack Pan
Optibin Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisp
O Ice Trays*
O Ice Bin
Q Wire Durabase
O Dairy Bin
O Design-A-Door
OWire Freezer Shelf
O Refrigerator Door Rack
Freezer Light
Freezer Door Rack
*On some models
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Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning-
type labels, the model and serial number label, or the
Tech Sheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be
easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish
soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm
water and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For
more information, see the Important Safety Instructions
section.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual
storage needs.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the
refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect
the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when
moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when
trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
INSTALLATION
1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight,
or moisture.
2. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required,
adjust the leveling screws to compensate for
unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly
higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling
screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet
slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise (,,m._) to
raise the unit, counterclockwise (_ml_ to lower it.
3. 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 adversely affected.
[] CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,
direct sunlight or moisture.
A proper distance from adjacent items
Please keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from other
things. Too small a distance from adjacent items may result
in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity
charge consumption.
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1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust
accumulated during shipping.
2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers,
shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed
together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
3. Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting
food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer
compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator
is now ready for use.
[]WARNING:
• Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille,
stopper etc. You may be injured.
• Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base
grille or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured or
receive an electrical shock.
BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION
To install or replace Base Grille:
1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of
refrigerator.
2. Place Base Grille into position and insert and tighten
screws.
To remove the base grille
1. Open the doors. (Refrigerator and Freezer)
2. Once doors are open, remove screws from Base Grille
and remove.
3. Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.
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REMOVING,REVERSING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS (For Drawer Type Models)
You may find it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left-opening type (factory installed)
to the right-opening type. Directions refer to the right side as the side on your right as you face the unit
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
I _ lOmm
J_l 1/4 in 1/4 in /
3/8 in _===_ 3/32 in /
Hex head socket wrench No. 2 Phillips screwdriver Flat head screwdriver Allen wrench J
Other Important and necessary tools are:
• 1/4 inch socket wrench • 10mm open-end wrench
• Adjustable wrench • Flat 2-inch putty knife
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any
adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
HOW TO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECT ION
(when converting from the left=opening type to right=
opening type)
1. Removing Refrigerator Door
•Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver
and remove (1).
• Using 10 mm socket wrench, remove the 3 bolts and lift off the
Top Hinge. Set parts aside (2).
•Lift the Refrigerator door (3) slightly and remove it.
• Pry off the cover (4) using a slotted screwdriver to find the
hole screw and attach it on the right.
• Loosen the screws (5), remove the stopper (6) and
attach them on the left (on the opposite side).
• Using a 1/4-inchsocket wrench, loosen and remove
Hinge Pin (8) from the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket.
NOTE: At this point the door will be loose, lift up
door slightly and remove it.
• Loosen the 2 screws (9) and the 2 screws (10), and
lift off the middle hinge (11).
• Use a flat tip screwdriver to pry off bottom hole cover
(7) and attach it on the right.
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations
on this page
2.Removing Refrigerator Handle
• Loosen the set screws (1) with the 3/32" Allen
wrench and remove the handle (2).
• Loosen the handle mounting fasteners (3)
with the 1/4" Allen wrench.
• Carefully loosen the plug buttons with your fingers (4).
The buttons can be unscrewed with your fingers,
rotating the pieces counter clockwise, and then
the piece will be loose and fall. The buttons were
installed without some pressure, for this reason the
action can be done with your forefinger or thumb
finger or with both.
• Install the plug buttons (4) on the left side.
• Install the handle mounting fasteners (3)
on the right side.
Set Screw
Alien Wrench
Mounting
Fasteners
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3. Replacing Refrigerator Handle
• Turn handle upside down (5)
• Place the handle (2) on the door by adjusting handle
footprints to fit mounting fastners and tighten the set
screws (1) with the 3/32 "Allen wrench.
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Fasteners
4.Installing Refrigerator Door
• Install the middle hinge (1) on the opposite side with the
screws (2), and the screw (3).
• Install the door (4) so that it fits onto the middle hinge
pin (5).
• Install the top hinge (6) with screws.
• Reinstall top hinge cover (7).
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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
PULL OUT DRAWER
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or property
damage, you will need two people to perform the following
instructions.
1.Removing Pull out Drawer
• Pull the drawer open to full lower extension. Remove the
lower basket (1) by lifting basket from rail system.
• Press both hangers with yours thumbs to lift it up.
• Separate the left and right rail cover
• Remove the screws(2) of the rail on both sides.
• With both hands, hold both sides of the door and pull it
up to separate it from the rails.
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• With both hands, hold the center of the bar and push it
in to let both rails fitted simultaneously.
[] CAUTION: When you remove the drawer, do not hold
handle. If it comes off, it could cause personal injury.
[] CAUTION: When laying down the drawer, be careful
not to damage the floor or hurt your feet by the sharp
edges on hinge side.
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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
PULL OUT DRAWER
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injur or product or property
damage, you will need two people to perform the following
instructions.
2.Installing Pull out Drawer
• With both hands, hold the center of the bar and pull it
out to let both rails out to full extension simultaneously.
• Make sure you have a right rail cover for each side.
Left
Rail cover
Right
Rail cover
• Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of
the door supports to assemble the rail cover.
Verify the hole's assembly
• Hook door supports (1) into rail tabes (2).
• Lower door into final position and tighten the screws (3)
• With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the
lower basket (4) in the rail assembly.
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[] WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet
entrapment or suffocation risk. DO NOT allow them to
play inside of drawer.
[] WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer Door.
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REMOVING,REVERSING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS (For Swing Type Models)
You may find it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left-opening type (factory installed)
to the right-opening type. Directions refer to the right side as the side on your right as you face the unit
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
,1/4 in
1/4 in
3/8 in _ 3/32 in
Hex head socket wrench No. 2 Phillips screwdriver Flat head screwdriver Allen wrench
Other Important and necessary tools are:
• 1/4 inch socket wrench •10mm open-end wrench
• Adjustable wrench • Flat 2-inch putty knife
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF
and unplug it. Remove food and any adjustable door or
utility bins from doors.
HOWTO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
(when converting from the left-opening type to right-
opening type)
1. Removing Refrigerator Door
• Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver
and remove (1).
•Using 10 mm socket wrench, remove the 3 bolts and lift off the
Top Hinge. Set parts aside (2).
• Lift the Refrigerator door (3) slightly and remove it.
• Pry off the cover (4) using a slotted screwdriver to find the
hole screw and attach it on the right.
• Loosen the screws (5), remove the stopper (6) and
attach them on the left (on the opposite side).
• Using a 1/4-inchsocket wrench, loosen and remove
Hinge Pin (7) from the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket.
NOTE: At this point the door will be loose, lift up
door slightly and remove it.
• Loosen the 2 screws (9) and the 2 screws (10), and
lift offthe middle hinge (11).
2. Removing Freezer Door
• Before, remove totally the refrigerator door.
• Lift the door (10) slightly and remove it.
• Loosen the 2 screws (11), the 2 screws (12), and lift
off the middle hinge (13).
• Pry off the cover (9) using a slotted screwdriver and
attach it on the right.
• Take off the base grille (14).
• Loosen the 2 screws (16), remove the bottom hinge
(17), and attach on the left.
• Loosen the 2 screws (18) and attach the stopper (19)
on the left side of the base.
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3.Removing Refrigerator Handle
NOTE: To assist in installing the handle on the right
side, place a small piece of masking tape near the
top of the handle before removing.
• Grasp the handle tightly with both hands and slide the
handle up (1)(this may require some force).
•The keyhole slots (2) on the back of the handle allow
the handle to separate from the mounting screws (3).
on door
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Keyhote slots
on back of
handle
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• Use an adjustable wrench to remove the handle
mounting screws (3).
• Carefully loosen the plug buttons with your fingers (4).
The buttons can be unscrewed with your fingers,
rotating the pieces counter clockwise, and then
the piece will be loose and fall. The buttons were
installed without some pressure, for this reason the
action can be done with your forefinger or thumb
finger or with both.
• Install the plug buttons (4) on left side.
• Install the handle mounting screw (3) on the right side
• Hold the handle so the masking tape is at the bottom.
•Align keyhole slots (2) on the top and bottom of the
back of the handle with the screws (3) mounted on
the front of the door.
• Press the handle against the door front, making sure
that the screws (3) go into the keyhole slots (2).
• Grasping the handle with both hands, press it firmly
against the front of the door and slide the handle
down (6). This may require some force.
4. Removing Freezer Handle
NOTE: Before start, check handle type in your model.
Handle Type 1
•Remove the cap (1) and the 2 caps (2) using a slotted
screwdriver.
•Loosen the 2 screws (3), take off the handle (4), and
install it on the right.
•Attach the caps you removed earlier [figures (1) and
(2)].
Handle Type 2
•For this handle type is not neccesary remove it.
5. Installing
•Install the
•Install the
•Install the
screw (5)
Freezer Door
base grille (1).
door (3) onto the bottom hinge pin.
middle hinge (4) on the opposite side with the
and the screws (9).
6. Installing Refrigerator Door
washer (6) on the middle hinge pin (7).
door (8) so that it fits onto the middle hinge
•Place the
•Install the
pin (7).
•Install the
top hinge (10)with screws.
• Reinstall top hinge cover (1 1).
Handle type 1 Handle type 2
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AFTER COMPLETING THE JOB
Make sure that the four corners of the door gasket are
not folded over. To ensure a good seal, apply a small
amount of silicon grease on the gasket.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws.
This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
Corner
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5.
Open both doors again and check to make sure that
they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more
to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise. It
may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling screws the same amount.
Check, using a level.
Replace the base grille.
DOOR CLOSING AND ALIGNMENT
Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws one on
the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems
unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust
the refrigerator tilt using the instructions below:
1. Plug the refrigerator power cord into a 3-prong
grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final
position.
2. Use a screwdriver to adjust the leveling screws. Turn
the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the
refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it. It may take
several turns of the leveling screw to adjust the tilt of
the refrigerator.
Door Alignment
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the
instructions below to align the doors:
1. Pry off the top hinge cover.
2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a 10 mm socket
or wrench.
.
Have someone hold the door in place or put a
spacer between the doors while you tighten the
top hinge screws.
4. Replace the top hinge cover.
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ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION
In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow
between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown
in the illustration below, cool air enters through the bottom
of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then
flows through the freezer section vents and recirculates
under the freezer floor. The rest of the air enters the
refrigerator section through the top vent.
MULTI FLOW
• The cooling fan operates more powerful and effective
than in normal operation. This is specially noticeable
when new food is placed in the refrigerator compartment.
• Ifwater or foreign substances enter the cool air vent
while cleaning, efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if
gasket is damaged, efficiency may be lowered because
of escaping cool air.
SETTING THE CONTROLS
Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate
the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator
compartments.
Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37 °F
(3 °C) and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0 °F (-18 °C).
Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to
stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature
as desired.
I_ Identify your control type
• Refrigerator control:32 °F to 47 °F (0 °C to 8 °C)
The lower the number setting, the colder the refrigerator
compartment will become.
ICE PLUS
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Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If
the vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and
temperature and moisture problems may occur.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both
sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to
the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to
eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of
food, wrap or cover foods tightly. (See the Food Storage
Guide section for details.)
DOORALARM
With this feature you'll listen a alarm when the freezer or
refrigerator door is not closed within 1 minute after it is
opened. These tones repeat every 30 seconds.
The alarm is cancelled when the freezer or the refrigerator
is closed correctly.
37 °F IS RECOMMENDED
Freezer control: -6 °F to 9 °F (-21 °C to -13 °C)
When the setting is at a lower number, the freezer
compartment becomes colder.
Ice Plus:
Press the Ice Plus key and the LED will turn
on. This function will remain activated for 24 hours and
intensify the cooling speed of freezer and increase the
amount of ice.
ICE PLUS
0° F IS RECOMMENDED
NOTE: To change °F/°C press and HOLD COLDER key
o f freezer and COLDER key of refrigerator over 1 sec. at
the same time.
2O
I_ Identify your control type
• Refrigerator control: position 1 to 7
(32 °F to 47 °F or 0 °C to 8 °C)
The higher the number setting, the colder the refrigerator
compartment will become.
ADJUST
REFRIGERATOR TEMP
ICEPLUS
WARMER 4ISRECOMMENDED
• Freezer control: position 1 to 7
(-6 °F to 8 °F or -21 °C to -13 °C)
When the setting is at a higher number, the freezer
compartment becomes colder.
• Ice Plus
Press the Ice Plus key and the LED will turn
on. This function will remain activated for 24 hours and
intensify the cooling speed of freezer and increase the
amount of ice.
ICE PLUS FREEZER TEMP
WARMER ,1ISRECOMMENDED COLDER ADJUST
ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before
adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put
food into the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the
previous section should be correct for normal household
refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when
milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream
is firm.
The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the
entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections.) The
higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will
run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control
adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the
refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower
temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer
compartment to make it colder.
If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or
freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator first. Wait 24
hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the
freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then
adjust the freezer control as well.
Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.
Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between
adj ustments.
CONDITION/REASON:
REFRIGERATORsection
too warm
• Door opened often
• Large amount of food added
• Room temperature very warm
FREEZER section too warm/
ice not madefast enough
• Door opened often
• Large amount of food added
• Very cold room temperature
(can't cycle often enough)
• Heavy ice usage
• Air vents blocked by items
REFRIGERATORsection too
cold
• Controls not set correctly for
your conditions
FREEZER section too cold
• Controls not set correctly for
your conditions
RECOMMENDED
ADJUSTMENT:
Turn
REFRIGERATOR
control to next
higher number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check
Turn FREEZER
control to next
higher number,
wait 24 hours,
Then re-check
Move items out of
airstream
Turn
REFRIGERATOR
control to next
lower number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check
TurnFREEZER
control to next
lower number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check
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FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
Storing Fresh Food
Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and
moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This
prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the
refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to
ensure freshness.
Butter or margarine
Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed
compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap
in freezer packaging and freeze.
Cheese
Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to
use it. Once opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or
aluminum foil.
Milk
Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.
Eggs
Store in original carton on interior shelf, not on door shelf.
Fruit
Wash, let dry, and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in
the crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until you are ready
to use them. Sort and keep berries in their original
container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper
bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Leafy vegetables
Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and
discolored areas. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in a
plastic bag or plastic container and store in the crisper.
Vegetables with skins (carrots,peppers)
Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store
in crisper.
Fish
Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased.
Chef fresh
Store most chef fresh in original wrapping as long as it is
airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary.
Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic
containers with tight lids can also be used.
STORING FROZEN FOOD
NOTE: For further information about preparing food for
freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a
reliable cookbook.
Packaging
Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When
you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or
moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor
and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry
out frozen food.
Packaging recommendations:
• Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
• Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
• Heavy-duty aluminum foil
• Plastic-coated paper
• Non-permeable plastic wraps
• Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags
Follow package or container instructions for proper
freezing methods.
Do not use:
• Bread wrappers
• Non-polyethylene plastic containers
• Containers without tight lids
• Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
• Thin, semi-permeable wrap
Freezing
Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of
food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than
will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 Ibs or 0.91
kg to 1.36 kg of food per cubic foot of freezer space).
Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around
Packages. Be careful to leave enough room at the front so
The door can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type
of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and
moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals
inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means
that moisture in the food and air inside the package have
condensed, creating ice crystals.
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for
30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods
before freezing saves energy.
NOTE: Do not store food near the sensor; it may cause
the sensor to malfunction.
Suffocation Hazard
When using dry ice, provide adequate ventilation.
Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide (CO2). When it
vaporizes, it can displace oxygen, causing dizziness,
light-headedness, unconsciousness and death by
suffocation. Open a window and do not breathe
the vapors.
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REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet
your individual storage needs. These units are all glass
shelves.
Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and
adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will
make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also
reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open,
saving energy.
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm
water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed
to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as
bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made
with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebble-
sized pieces.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when
removing them to avoid dropping them.
Adjusting Shelves
Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace
shelves in the position you want.
• To remove a shelf • Tilt up the front of the shelf in the
direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the
shelf out.
• To replace a shelf : Tilt the front of the shelf up and
guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height.
Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop
into the slots.
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Sliding Out Shelves (optional on some models)
You can slide some glass shelves in and out of your
refrigerator as follows.
• To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf
toward you.
• To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.
To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame:
1. Pull the shelf out to the stop position.
2. Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop position.
3. Lift up the shelf to remove.
Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps.
Convenience Shelves (optional on some models)
• Folding Shelf: You can store taller items such as gallon
containers or bottles by simply sliding the shelf back.
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NOTE: 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.
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CHEF FRESH / SNACK PAN
While holding the chef fresh with one hand, pull it forward
slightly. Lift slightly and pull it out.
CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL
(on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-
sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between
@and C__.
lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of
fruits.
keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.
Colder
e
Cold
On some models applied an
independant temperature control.
CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL
(on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-
sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between
"High" and Low.
o"High":Lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of
fruits.
•"Low" :Keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.
To remove the glass:
1. Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the
crisper cover.
2. Pull up and out.
OPTIBIN CRISPERS
The OptiBin Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the
crisper. The OptiBin Crispers include: 1) a humidity
control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2) a
large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold
or release moisture.
To remove the crisper:
1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop.
2. Lift the front of the crisper, then pull it out to remove.
3.Replace the crisper by sliding it back in fully past the
drawer stop.
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CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER
SURFACE (on some models)
To remove the crisper cover:
1. Remove both crisper drawers.
2. While holding the crisper cover support (2), pull the
cover up and out (1).
[] WARNING: Be careful when handing glass cover since
glass is not attached to cover.
To remove the lattice on inner surface:
DOOR RACKS
The door racks may be removed for easier cleaning.
Snap-on Door Racks
To remove the racks:
1. Remove all items in the door racks.
2. Push the rack against the inside wall of the door (A)
and lift up the door rack (B).
To replace the racks:
1. Hold either end of the door rack against the inside wall of
the door.
2. Push down the rack until it locks in place.
DESIGN-A-DOOR
1. Bins can be moved to either side of the door.
1. Remove crisper cover(as illustrated above).
2. Hold the glass cover and overtum crisper cover.
3. For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the cover
outward to remove lattice.
2. To remove the bin, simply lift the bin and pull straight out.
3.To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired
support and push down until it locks completely
so that "click" sounds can be heard.
To replace lattice on inner surface:
1. For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 (closed to glass
cover)and pull sides of the cover to insert lattice.
4.To move to lowest position, make sure if all bins are
correctly assembled so that they don' t fall out of door.
(x)
[]WARNING: Somebody can be hurtifdoorbinsarenot
Firmlyassembled.
NOTE: Do not adjust a bin that is loaded with food.
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DAIRY BIN
1.To remove the dairy bin , simply lift it and pull straight
out.
2.To replace the dairy bin, slide it in above the desired
location and push down until it stops.
DURABASE (on some models)
1. To remove the Durabase, push it back to the end as
much as possible. Tilt up the front of the Durabase and
pull straight out.
2. To install, insert the Durabase in rail assembly.
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EGG BOX (on some models)
Store Egg Box on interior shelf, not on door shelf.
[] CAUTION: Do not use the egg box as an ice storage
bin in the freezer compartment. The egg box can easily
easily break if it freezes.
DURABASE DIVIDER (on some models)
The Durabase divider allows you to organize the
Durabase area into sections.
FREEZER SECTION
ICE BIN (on some models)
1.To separate the ice bin, pull out the drawer as much as
possible.
2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.
3.To reinstall, pull out the drawer as much as possible and set
the ice bin in its correct position, and then push in the drawer.
DRAWER
[] WARNING: There is enough open space in it for
children to climb inside.
[]WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet
entrapment or suffocation risk. DO NOT allow them to
play inside of drawer.
ICE BIN
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GLIDE-OUT DRAWER BASKET
(on some models)
1. To remove, lift basket up and pull out straight out.
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2. To Install, pull both rails out to full extension.
Hook the basket supports into the rail tabs and push to
the back of compartment.
[] WARNING:To avoid hand injury, keep your hands away
from tilting device when drawer is open.
WIRE DURABASE (on some models)
1. To remove wire Durabase, pull wire durabase out to full
extension.
Tilt up the front of the wire Durabase and pull it straight
out.
2. To install, insert the wire Durabase into frame rails and
push back into place.
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TILTING DOOR (on some models)
The tilting door provides easy access to stored foods.
How to use:
Tilt the door down and pull it out.
[] WARNING: Be careful when you open tilting door so
that you do not injure your foot!
FREEZER SHELF (on some models)
To remove the shelf, take it from the front part, and pull it
towards you.
To place the shelf, reverse the removal procedure.
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Explosion Hazard
Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)
Do not use paper towels, window sprays, abrasive
cleansers, or flammable fluids. These can scratch or
damage the material.
CONDENSER COILS
Remove grille base.
Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to
clean condenser coils.
Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be
cleaned as often as every other month.
Replace grille base.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
automatically. However, clean both sections about once a
month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
GENERALCLEANINGTIPS
• Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
• Remove all removable parts, such as shelves, crispers,
etc.
• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in
warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
• Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
" Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
OUTSIDE
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust
protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal
surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or auto
paste wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.
For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with
a soft cloth.
Note: Avoid door surface contact with chemical products
that contain Phosphate or Chlorine.
INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so
cloth will not stick)
To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the
refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water.
Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g
soda to 1 liter water). Be sure the baking soda is
completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces of
the refrigerator.
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,
bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum plastic parts.
COVER BACK
Clean the cover back at least
twice a year to keep your
refrigerator working efficiently.
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug
the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker
or fuse box.
NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position
does not remove power to the light circuit.
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be
sure to replace the bulb with one of 40 watts and the same
size and shape.
NOTE: The light bulbs wil turn off if door is left open for
seven continuous minutes. Shutting door for one second
will make light bulbs to come back on.
To change the refrigerator light:
1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
2. Remove refrigerator shelves.
3. Release the hooks on the front of the light shield
with the help of a flat screwdriver and pull the
shield down to remove it.
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4. Turn the bulb counter clockwise.
5. To assemble, first insert the hooks at the back and
then push up the light shield.
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To change the freezer light:
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Reach behind light shield to remove bulb.
3. Replace bulb with a wattage indicated in
the refrigerator section, as shown in picture (_.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
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POWER INTERRUPTIONS
If the electricity goes off, call the power company and ask
how long it will be off.
1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep
both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay
cold and frozen.
2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours:
a) Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen
food locker.
OR
b) Place 2 Ibs (0.91 kg) of dry ice in the freezer for every
cubic foot of freezer space. This will keep the food
frozen for two to four days. While handling dry ice,
wear gloves to protect your hands from frostbite.
OR
c) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available,
consume or can perishable food at once.
WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you
are away, follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator
before you leave.
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. Empty the ice bin.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you
leave, follow these steps.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Depending on your model, set the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the Setting the
Controls section.
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4.
Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.
Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to
prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops
odor and mold from building up.
WHEN YOU MOVE
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home,
follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
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,
Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all
frozen food in dry ice.
Depending on your model, turn the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the Setting the
Controls section.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Empty water from the defrost pan.
5. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape
them together so they do not shift and rattle during the
move.
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,
Depending on the model, raise the front of the
refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the
leveling legs all the way so they do not scrape the floor.
See the Door Closing section.
Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the
refrigerator cabinet.
When you get to your new home, put everything back
and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for
preparation instructions.
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NOTE: Automatic Ice Maker feature is included only in
certain models. Please check your product specification.
Personal Injury Hazard
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 icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
A newly-installed refrigerator may take
12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Icemaker
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FeelerArm
Cube Size Power Switch
Indicator Light Cube Size
Select Button
The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle--
approximately 100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other
operating conditions.
If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is
made to the icemaker, set the power switch to O (off).
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water
supply, set the power switch to I (on}.
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing.
Anewly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to
begin making ice cubes.
Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water
line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler
arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the
icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be stuck together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become
cloudy, taste stale, and shrink.
NOTE: If the cube size is smaller or larger than you
expected, you can regulate the size with the cube size
button.
Every time you press the cube size button, the indicator
moves up one light. The higher the light position, the larger
the cubes will be. Pressing at highest position returns
indicator to lowest position.
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER
POWER SWITCH TO O (OFF)
• When the water supply will be shut off for several hours.
• When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a
minute or two.
• When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.
NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills
with water. If the power switch is in the I (on) position, it
will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water.
To stop the buzzing, move the power switch to O (off).
NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position
before the water line is connected can damage the
icemaker.
You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin
and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.
PREPARING FOR VACATION
Set the icemaker power switch to O (off) and shut off the
water supply to the refrigerator.
If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have
a qualified servicer drain the water supply system to
prevent serious property damage due to flooding from
ruptured water lines or connections.
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NOTE: Water line installation is needed when the
Automatic Ice Maker and/or Water Dispenser features
are available on your product.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead
to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to
correct water hammer before installing the water supply
line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up
the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water
line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O
(off) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double-
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard
of electric shock, or is battery-powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing
code requirements.
NOTE: Wear eye protection.
• If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected
to your cold water supply, This water line installation is not
warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.
Follow next instructions carefully to minimize the risk of
expensive water damage.
• If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected
to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse
osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 PSI or
0.27 MPa to 0.41MPa (2.8 kg.f/cm 2- 4.2 kg.f/cm 2,less than
2 - 3 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity [0.2 liters]).
If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less
than 21 PSI or 0.14 MPa (1.5 kg.f/cm _,more than 4 seconds
to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity [0.2 liters]).
• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to
refill after heavy usage.
• If the issue about water pressure from reverse osmosis
remains, call a licensed, qualified plumber.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper Tubing, 1/4" outer
diameter to connect the refrigerator
to the water supply. Be sure both
ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet
[2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10"[25 cm] diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation.
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet
(2.4 m) as described above.
• A cold water supply.The water pressure must be
between 20 and 120 PSI or 0.137 and 0.82 MPa on
models without a water filter and between 40 and
120 PSI or 0.275 and 0.82 MPa on models with a
water filter.
Power drill.
1/2" or adjustable
wrench.
Straight- and Phillips-
blade screwdriver
Two 1/4" outer diameter
compression nuts and t'_'-....__
2 ferrules (sleeves) to
connect the copper tubing to
the shut off valve and the
refrigerator water valve.
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 refrigerator OR you can
cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use
a compression fitting.
Shut off valve to connect to
the cold water line. The
Shut off valve should have a
water inlet with a minimum
inside diameter of 5/32" at
the point of connection to the
COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are
included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing,
make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local
plumbing codes.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the shut off valve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line. Connect only to the supply of drinking
water.
1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on
the line.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(CONTINUED)
, CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve
that is easily accessible. It is best
to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is
necessary to connect into a
horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side,
rather than at the bottom, to avoid
drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.
3. DRILL THE HOLE FORTHE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in the water
pipe (even if using a self-
piercing valve) using a
sharp bit. Remove any burrs
resulting from drilling the
hole in the pipe. Take care
not to allow water to drain
into the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4 hole may result in
reduced ice production or smaller cubes.
4. FASTEN THE SHUT OFF VALVE
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Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type J
Shutoff Valve
)
Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not over tighten or you may crush
the tubing. Washer
Pipe Clamp _ End
Clamp Screw
= ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the
refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or
floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet)
as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about
8 feet or 2.44 m coiled into 3 turns of about 10" or
25.4 cm of diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out
from the wall after installation.
= CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is
fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression
nut securely.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve _
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Packing j!_
Nut
Outlet
Valve
Compression
_Fer_ rule (sleeve)
Nut
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on
and flush out the tubing 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.
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= CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
• Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be
sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the wall outlet.
• If your refrigerator does not have a water filter,
we recommend installing one. If your water supply
has sand or particles that could clog the screen of
the refrigerator's water valve. Install the filter in the
water line near the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT: Do not use old, worn or used waterlines,
only use new for a better use and service.
Connect only to the supply of drinking water for your
safety and health.
Remove the plastic flexible cap from the refrigerator
connection.
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto
the end of the tubing.
Insert the end of the tubing into the connection as far
as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
10.TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUT OFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that
leak.
Reattach the compressor
compartment access cover.
11.PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange the coil of tubing so
that it does not vibrate against
the back of the refrigerator or
against the wall. Push the
refrigerator back to the wall.
12.START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15 °F (-9 °C) or below. It
will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker
power switch is in the I (on) position.
Refrigerator
Connection
Ferule
(sleeve)
Tubing
Clamp
1/4-"
Compression
Nut
1/4"
Tubing
Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to
the back of the refrigerator.
First, loosen the screw fastening the clamp. Next,
insert the tubing in the groove. Finally, re-fasten the
screw.
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UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one
didn't make. Because the sounds are new to you, you
might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds
are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and
cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they
actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds
and what may be making them.
• The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost
cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also
click when cycling on and off.
• Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
• Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently
to keep your food items at the desired temperature.
The high efficiency compressor may cause your new
refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and
you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.
• You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air
through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
• As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due
to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
• Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause
a popping noise.
• Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost
cycle may cause a sizzling sound.
• You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the
condenser fan.
You may hear water running into the drain pan during the
defrost cycle.
Due to refrigerator's low energy consumption design, the
fans will remain off by the door switch activates the inner
compartment light.
REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE
Check if...
The power supply cord is unplugged.
A household fuse has blown or circuit
breaker tripped.
The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position.
Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.
VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE
Check if...
The refrigerator is not resting solidly on
the floor.
Then...
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Refer to the Setting the Controls.
Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
Then...
I Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting.See Installation Section.
LIGHTS DO NOT WORK
Check if... Then...
The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Light bulb is loose in the socket. Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug
the refrigerator. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then
plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control.
Light bulb has burned out.
Unplug the refrigerator prior to the replacement. Replace the
old bulb with a new 40 watts appliance bulb with same size
and shape on your local hardware store. (See Changing the
Light Bulb (s) section).
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COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH
Check if... Then...
The refrigerator that was replaced was an
older model.
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
The door is opened often or a large amount
of food has just been added.
Modern refrigerators with more storage space require
more operating time.
The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal
room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to
80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run
even more often.
Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator.
It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool
the refrigerator back down. Adding a large amount of food
warms the refrigerator. See the Food Storage Guide Section.
In order to conserve energy, try to get everything
you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized
so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food
is removed.
The refrigerator was recently plugged in and The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool
the refrigerator control was set correctly completely.
The refrigerator control was not set correctly for the See the Adjusting control settings Section.
surrounding conditions.
The doors are not closed completely. Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see
Doors will not close completely below.
The condenser coils are dirty. This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder.
Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the Care and Cleaning
section.
DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY
Check if... Then...
The refrigerator is not level. See the Installation Section to level refrigerator.
Food packages are blocking the door open. Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves.
The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves
or baskets are out of position, and baskets into their correct positions. See the Using Your
Refrigerator Section.
The gaskets are sticking. Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch. Rub a thin
coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning.
The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable. Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Door Closing and
Alignment Section.
The doors were removed during product installation Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing,
and not properly replaced. Reversing and Replacing Refrigerator Doors section
or call a qualified service technician.
FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD
Check if... Then...
The door is not closing properly. See Doors will not close completely above.
The door is opened often. When the door is opened, warm, humid air is allowed in
the freezer resulting in frost.
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ICE HAS OFF-TASTE OR ODOR
Check if... Then...
The icemaker was recently installed. Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or
off-flavored ice.
The ice has been stored for too long. Throw away old ice and make new supply.
The food has not been wrapped tightly in Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food
either compartment, is not wrapped properly.
The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur. A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and
odor problems.
The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning section.
Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN
Check if... Then...
The refrigerator is defrosting. The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the
defrost pan.
It is more humid than normal. Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to
evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.
THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE
Check if... Then...
The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. IRefer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section.
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THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY
Check if... Then...
The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. / Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the Setting
t
the Controls Section.
Door left open. Check to see if something is holding the door open.
CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL
Check if... Then...
Smaller cube size level is selected. Select larger cube size using cube size selector.
Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water Call a plumber to clear the valve.
line may be clogged.
THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN
Check if... Then...
The gaskets are dirty or sticky. Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin
coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after
cleaning
The door is reopened within a short time after having
been opened.
When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator.
As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is
hard to open, wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to
equalize, then see if it opens more easily.
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AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK
Check if... Then...
Icemaker power switch in the O (off) position. Move the switch to the I (on) position.
Water supply turned off or not connected. See the Connecting the Water Line section.
Freezer compartment too warm. Wait 24 hours for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature.
Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker Level cubes by hand.
to shut off.
TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILD UP
Check if... Then...
The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates
from the freezer to the fresh food section and
back again through air vents in the wall dividing
the two sections.
The doors are opened often.
The control is not set correctly for the surrounding
conditions.
Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and
move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow. Refer
to multi flow Section for the location of
air vents.
When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed into
the refrigerator. The more the door is opened, the faster the
humidity builds up, and the more warm air the refrigerator
must cool. In order to keep the refrigerator cool, try to get
everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep
food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as
soon as the food is removed.
Refer to the Setting the Controls Section.
Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out. If the
temperature is too cold or too warm, move the dial one
number at a time.
Alarge amount of food has just been added Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours
to the refrigerator or freezer, for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature.
The food is not packaged correctly. Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to
storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation. If
necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the
Food Storage Guide Section.
The doors are not closing completely. See Doors will not close completely.
The weather is humid. In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator
when doors are opened.
A self-defrost cycle was completed. It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the
refrigerator self-defrosts.
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