SXS
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
www.lg.com
P/No. MFL68029537
OWNER’S MANUAL
ENGLISH
Electrical Connections
1
ENGLISH
Introduction
Installation
Operation
Suggestion on
food storage
Care and
maintenance
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol( ) or coloured
Green or Green and Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or coloured Red.
If a 13 amp(BS 1363) plug is used, fit a 13 amp BS 1362 fuse.
GREEN AND YELLOW : EARTH
BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE
This appliance must be earthed.
Important
(In the UK Only)
Green and Yellow(Earth)
Brown(Live)
Blue(Neutral)
Fuse
Cord grip
Introduction
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Entry
The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case on the back or one side
of the refrigerator compartment of this unit. These numbers are unique to this
unit and are not available to others. You should record requested information here
and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase. Staple your receipt
here.
Date of purchase :
Dealer purchased from :
Dealer address :
Dealer phone no. :
Model no. :
Serial no. :
Important safety instructions
Before it is used, this refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance
with the installation instructions in this document. This Refrigerator is intended for
Domestic indoor use only.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and
pull it straight out from the outlet.
When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over the power
cord or to damage it in any way.
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment, particularly when your hands are damp or wet. Skin could adhere to these
extremely cold surfaces.
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet for cleaning or other maintenance. Never
touch the appliance with wet hands as you may receive an electric shock or injure
yourself.
Never damage, press, severely bend, pull or twist the power cord as damage to the cord
may cause a fire or electric shock. Naver touch the cord if you are uncertaim if the
appliance is correctly earthed.
The fuse on the refrigerator must be changed by a qualified technician or service
company.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or personal injury.
Never place glass items in the freezer as they may break due to expansion of their
contents on freezing.
Never put your hands into the storage bin of the automatic ice maker as you could be
injured during its operation.
The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Never allow anyone to climb, sit, stand or hang on the refreshment centre door. These
actions may damage the refrigerator and even tip it over, causing severe personal injury.
Child entrapment
Grounding
(Earthing)
Don’t use an
extension cord
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Accessibility of
Supply Plug
Supply Cord
Replacement
Introduction
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DANGER: Risk of child entrapment.
Before you dispose of your old refrigerator please remove doors but leave the shelves in
place so that children cannot climb inside.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapour and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
In the event of an electric short circuit, grounding (earthing) reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
In order to prevent possible electric shock this appliance must be earthed. Improper
connection of the earthing plug can cause electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician
or service engineer if the earthing instructions are not completely understood, or if you
have doubts as to whether the appliance is properly earthed.
Do not move refrigerator while the refrigerator is operating.
Compressor may occur a temporary rattling noise.
(This is normal and will not impact on the performance or the life of the compressor.
The rattling will stop after the refrigerator comes to a rest.)
It is advised that this appliance should be connected through an independent power
socket to prevent it and other appliances from overloading the circuit and causing a
power outage.
The appliance should be positioned so that the supply plug is easily accessible for quick
disconnection should an accident occur.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not modify or extend the Power Cord length. It may cause electric shock or fire.
Connect the power plug in proper position with the cord hanging down.
- If you connect the power plug upside down, wire can get cut off and cause fire or
electric shock.
Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or damaged by the back of the
refrigerator.
Child entrapment
Don’t store
Grounding
(Earthing)
Don’t use an
extension cord
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Accessibility of
Supply Plug
Supply Cord
Replacement
Introduction
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•
Keep ventilation openings in the room where the appliance is installed clear of
obstruction.
•
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
•
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
•
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the
appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
•
Disposal procedures. If disposing of this appliance, please consult with a service
agent or a similarly qualified person for more details.
•
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant
in this appliance.
•
Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
- Aerosols used near the refrigerator may cause an explosion or fire.
This appliance may contain (Check the rating/comliance label for the refriger-ant type
and amount. Applicable to some models only) 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 1m
2
in size for every 8g of R600a
refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of refriger-ant 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.
WARNING
Introduction
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Freezer
Compartment
Refrigerator
Compartment
Lower cover
Dairy Corner
Filter
LED Panel
Shelf
Refreshment Centre
(Optional)
No Plumbing
Ice & Water (Optional)
Shelf
Door rack
Door rack
Door rack
Egg Tray
LED Panel
Vegetable drawer
Space plus
Door rack
Automatic
ice maker
Door rack
Vegetable drawer
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Identification of parts
Parts, features, and options vary by model. Your model may not include every option.
NOTE
Freezer
Compartment
Refrigerator
Compartment
Automatic Icemaker
Extra
door rack (Optional)
Shelf
LED Lamp
Door rack
Drawer (2)
Door rack
Shelf
Wine rack (Optional)
Shelf
Egg Box (Optional)
Refreshment center
(Optional)
No Plumbing Ice &
Water (Optional)
LED Lamp
Dairy Corner
Door Rack
Door Rack
Door Rack
Vegetable drawer
Process of freezing
occurs the fastest
on the marked shelf
Process of freezing
occurs the fastest
on the marked shelf
Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31****
Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27****
Installation
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1. Place your appliance where it is easy to use.
2. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, di-rect
sunlight or moisture. Do not operate the appliance
outdoors where it can be exposed directly, or
indirectly to sun, wind and rain.
3. To ensure proper air circulation around the
fridge-fteezer, please maintain sufficient space
on both the sides as well as top and maintain at
least 2 inches (5 cm) from the rear wall.
4. To avoid vibrations, the appliance must be levelled.
5. Do not install the appliance in temperatures of less than 5°C as the
performance may be affected.
Select a good
location
Where to Install
Disposal of the
old appliance
Before
Installation
Appliance
usage range
This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant) and is made of parts and materials
which are reusable and/or recyclable.
All the packaging materials should be sent to the collection centre for recycling. For
details of your local recycling centre, please contact your local council.
Ensure that none of the pipes on the back of the appliance are damaged prior to
disposal.
The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation.
Never use gas pipes, telephone lines or other potential lightening rods as ground.
- Improper use of the ground plug can result in electric shock.
If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning or smell or smoke, unplug the
power plug immediately and contact your nearest service center.
If any dust or water is in refrigerator, pull out power plug and contact your LG Electronics
service center.
- There is a risk of fire.
The water supply to this refrigerator must only be installed/connected by a suitably
qualified person and connect to a potable water supply only.
Use only the ice maker provided with the refrigerator.
When installing, servicing or cleaning behind the refrigerator, be sure to pull the unit
straight out and push back in straight after finishing.
After unpacking, keep the packing materials out of reach of children.
- There is a risk of death from suffocation if children put them over their head.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
– farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments;
– catering and similar non-retail applications.
More than
5 cm to back
Remove the
freezer
compartment
door
Remove feed
water tube
Remove the
refrigerator
compartment
door
WARNING
Keep it at a
proper distance
Keep it at a
proper distance
Installation
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Feed water tube
Door removal
Remove the
freezer
compartment
door
Remove lower
cover and then
feed water tube
Remove the
refrigerator
compartment
door
1) Remove the hinge cover by loosening
the screws. Then separate all
connection wires except for the earth.
Remove the lower cover by loosening all the screws. Then push in the feed water tube
while depressing the connector , as shown in the illustration on the right.
2) Remove the keeper by rotating it counter clockwise
(c) and then lifting the upper hinge up (d).
3) Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it
upward. The door should be lifted high enough for the
feed water pipe tube to be completely pulled out.
1) Loosen the hinge cover screws and
remove the cover. Remove connection
wires, if any, except for the earth line.
•
When removing the upper hinge, be careful that
the door does not fall forwards.
NOTE
•
If you have removed the refrigerator compartment
door to pass the appliance through an access door, lay
the door down, but be careful not to damage the feed
water pipe tube.
NOTE
•
If a tube end is deformed or abraded, trim the end with sharp knife until perfectly round.
NOTE
Keeper
Upper hinge
Connection
wires
Hinge cover
Upper hinge
Electric Shock Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator before
installing. Failure to do so could result in death or
serious injury. If your front door is too narrow to get
the refrigerator into the house, remove the refrigerator
doors and pass the appliance through laterally.
Lower hinge
Engough for
water feed pipe
tube to be completely
pulled out
Connection
wires
Applicable to No Plumbing
Ice & Water Model only
Lower cover
Feed water tube
Installation
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After levelling
the door height
CAUTION
Door replacement
Feed water pipe installation
Pass the refrigerator laterally through the
access door as illustrated to the right.
Once the fridge is through the access door, remount the fridge doors by following the
door removal instructions in reverse.
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cm
2
) (The pressure is correct when an instant paper cup (180 cc) is in 3 sec.).
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2
) or below, it is
necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icing and cool
water feed.
Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 8 m and be careful that the
tube does not bend. If the tube is 8 m or longer it may cause water feed problems
owing to the drain water pressure.
Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat.
Connect to drinking water supply only.
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The cost of connection to a water supply is at the customer expense, unless included
in the delivery charge (refer to the delivery agreement with the seller)
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Pass the
refrigerator
1
2
3
4
5
M
a
x
FRZ
TEMP
REF
TEMP
Min
5
4
3
21
Max
2) Remove keeper by rotating it clockwise (c) and
then remove the upper hinge by lifting it up (d ).
3) Remove the refrigerator compartment door by
lifting it up.
Lower hinge
Keeper
Upper hinge
•
Connect to potable water supply only. (for Plumbing Type)
•
Fill with potable water only. (for Non-Plumbing Type)
WARNING
Before
Installation
Installation
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•
Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147~834 kPa (1.5~8.5 kgf/cm
2
)
(The pressure is correct when an instant paper cup (180 cc) is in 3 sec.).
•
If water pressure does not reach the rating 147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm
2
) or below, it is
necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icing and cool
water feed.
•
Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 6.5 m and be careful that the
tube does not bend. If the tube is 6.5 m or longer it may cause water feed problems
owing to the drain water pressure.
•
Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat.
•
Connect to drinking water supply only.
Door Height adjustment
-
Method 1 is recommended.
- Use
1
spanner for freezer.
Method 1 (recommended)
Open the door and adjust the level by using a nut of height
adjusting screw on the lower side of a door with a spanner.
1. Using large side of spanner, rotate release-preventive nuts (
) clockwise to
release rotate release-preventive nuts' tightness.
2. Rotate the Adjust-hinge pin either (
) clockwise or ( ) counter-clockwise
using a narrow side of a spanner to adjust the level difference between the
refrigerator door and freezer door.
3. After adjusting door height, please firmly tighten the Release-prevention nuts
(
) counter-clockwise to the end.
The refrigerator doors will close smoothly by adjusting the front side using the height
adjustment screw. If the doors do not close correctly, performance may be affected.
After levelling
the door height
Next
1. Wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping and clean your appliance thoroughly.
2. Install accessories such as the ice cube box, cover evaporating tray, etc., in their
proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipping.
3. Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet. Don’t double up with other
appliances on the same outlet.
•
Do not adjust the height level too much. The hinge pin can be fallen out.
(Range of height adjustment : Max. 3mm)
Height difference
CAUTION
Spanner
Release
Preventing Nut
Adjust Hinge Pin
Lower Door
Down
Raising
Door Up
Raising
Door Up
Release
Preventing Nut
Adjust Hinge Pin
Lower Door
Down
Raising
Door Up
Nut Releasing Nut Tightening
Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31****
Method 2 (only for Plumbing type)
Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147~834 kPa (1.5~8.5 kgf/cm
2
)
(The pressure is correct when an instant paper cup (180 cc) is in 3 sec.).
•
If water pressure does not reach the rating 147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm
2
) or below, it is
necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icing and cool
water feed.
•
Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 6.5 m and be careful that the
tube does not bend. If the tube is 6.5 m or longer it may cause water feed problems
owing to the drain water pressure.
•
Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat.
•
Connect to drinking water supply only.
Door Height adjustment
Levelthedoorbyinsertingflat(-type)driverintothegrooveoftheleftheight
adjustingscrewandrotateitclockwise().
Levelthedoorbyinsertingflat(-type)driverintothegrooveoftheleftheight
adjustingscrewandrotateitclockwise().
If the freezer
compartment
door is lower than
the refrigerator
compartment
door
If the freezer
compartment
door is higher than
the refrigerator
compartment
door
Height
Height
Left height
adjustment screw
Right height
adjustment screw
①
①
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Installation
Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27****
The refrigerator doors will close smoothly by adjusting the front side using the
height adjustment screw. If the doors do not close correctly, performance may be
affected.
1. Wipe o all dust accumulated during shipping and clean your appliance
thoroughly.
2. Install accessories such as the ice cube box, cover evaporating tray, etc., in their
proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during
shipping.
3. Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet. Don’t double up with
other appliances on the same outlet.
After levelling
the door height
Next
•
Your model may not include every option.
•
The control display is touch operated. Excessive moisture on the display panel may
result in its malfunction. Please keep the display panel dry and clean.
NOTE
•
Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation.
NOTE
Starting
When your refrigerator is first installed, allow it to stabilize at normal operating
temperatures for 2-3 hours prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods.
If operation is interrupted, wait 5 minutes before restarting.
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Function display board
< Type-1>
< Type-2>
< Dispenser>
Refreshment
Center
Adjusting the temperatures and functions
Operation
Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31****
Operation
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•
Your model may not include every option.
•
The control display is touch operated. Excessive moisture on the display panel may
result in its malfunction. Please keep the display panel dry and clean.
NOTE
Water/Ice output
Dispenser push switch
Function display boardOption
Type-1
Type-2
Refreshment Centre button
(Optional)
Refreshment Centre (Optional)
Adjusting the temperatures and functions
Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27****
Operation
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You can adjust temperature of the fridge and freezer compartments
Freezer Compartment temperature adjustment
Setting
temperature
Setting
temperature
Refrigerator Compartment temperature adjustment
How to adjust
the temperature
in the freezer
compartment
How to adjust
the temperature
in the
refrigerator
compartment
•
The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status.
The indicated temperature is a target temperature, not the actual temperature
within the refrigerator.
•
Until your refrigerator has settled from transit, it will not perform at its optimum.
It takes 2 or 3 days for the fridge to stabilise. During this period, please adjust the
temperature as above.
Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27****
Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27****
Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31****
Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31****
Operation
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•
Choose from crushed ice, water, and cubed ice and depress the dispenser switch with
a glass or other container.
•
The icemaker automatically makes 6 cubes of ice at any one time, which equals
approximately 50-60 cubes per day. These quantities, however, may vary according to
climatic conditions. E.g. the duration and amount of times the refrigerator door is
opened.
•
Icemaking stops when the ice storage bin is full.
•
If you don’t want to use the automatic icemaker, turn the icemaker switch to OFF.
If you want to use automatic icemaker again, change the switch to ON.
• NB : Please wait for 2~3 seconds before removing the cup from beneath the dispenser
to ensure it has finished dispensing the ice or water
.
Cubed Ice
Select cubed ice by
pressing the selection
button, which will be
highlighted.
Water
Select water by pressing
the selection button, which
will be highlighted.
Crushed Ice
Select crushed ice by
pressing the selection
button, which will be
highlighted.
Dispenser use
(on some model)
Door mounted
automatic
icemaker
(on some model)
•
The sound produced when the ice drops into the ice storage bin is normal, and is not
caused by a defect.
•
Do not press the test button continuously when the tray is filled with ice or water
– Water may overflow or ice jamming may occur.
•
When the bucket is not installed, the ice maker does not work.
NOTE
Power Switch
Feeler Arm
Precautions
when using the
dispenser
(on some model)
•
Do not put your hands into the Ice maker during operation. You may injure yourself.
•
Do not store ice (cubes) for longer than two weeks., they can cause the dispenser to
malfunction as the ice cubes clump together.
WARNING
WARNING
Operation
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•
Naver insert your hand or any other object into the ice chute as this may damage
dispenser parts or cause injury to the hand.
•
If ice is discoloured, stop using the dispenser and call the service centre.
•
Do not touch the blade
a
as it may injure
the hand.
•
Naver insert your hands into the ice maker
during operation. It may cause injury
.
•
Do not allow your children to hang off the ice
dispenser or the ice storage bin. This could
cause injury.
Precautions
when using the
dispenser
(on some model)
When the ice dispenser will not operate properly
It is normal that the ice maker will not operate correctly when there is only a small
amount of ice left in the storage bin. Allow approximately one day for the ice maker to
restock.
If the ice forms into a solid lump and interrupts the operation of the automatic ice maker
mechanism, remove the ice storage bin, separate the ice, discard the inseparable ice,
and put the usable ice pieces back into the bin. The intermittent dispensing of ice is
normal. However, since ice may get stuck and block the ice chute, regularly check the
ice chute and clear any obstacles.
To get cold water
The dispensed water will not be icy cold, but just cool or cold. If you want colder water,
dispense ice before dispensing water.
If you have difficulty in replacing the ice storage bin
Rotate the rotary gear in 1/4 cycle as shown in the illustration and then push it back.
WARNING
•
Figure depends on model.
NOTE
①
②
•
Figure depends on model.
NOTE
① ②
Operation
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When ice maker
does not
operate
smoothly
The other
functions
Ice is lumped together
•
When ice is lumped together, take the ice lumps out of the ice storage bin, break them
into small pieces, and place them back into the ice storage bin.
•
When the ice maker produces small or lumped together ice, the amount of water
supplied to the ice maker may need to be adjusted. Contact the service centre.
* If ice is not used frequently, it may lump together.
Power failure
•
Ice may melt and drop into the freezer compartment. Take the ice storage bin out and
discard all the ice then dry it and place it back. After the machine is powered again,
crushed ice will be automatically selected.
The unit is newly installed
•
It takes about 12 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to make ice in the freezer
compartment.
Door open warning
•
A warning bleep will sound 3 times every 30 seconds if the main or minibar door is left
open or ajar for more than a minute.
•
Please contact your local service centre if the warning continues to sound when the
door is closed.
Diagnosis (failure detection) function
•
The Diagnosis function automatically detects the problem when a failure is found whilst
using of refrigerator.
•
If a fault occurs, and none of the refrigerator buttons or functions are working, do not
turn power off but immediately contact your local service centre. Once powered off it
may not be possible for a service engineer to use the Diagnosis function to detect what
caused the original fault.
•
When the door is open, the Ice and water dispenser do not work.
•
If you close the door hard, it may cause water spilling over the ice maker.
•
To prevent dropping the ice bucket, use both hands when removing it.
•
To prevent injury, be sure to clean up any ice or water that may have dropped on the
floor.
•
Before being used, the leakage in these places should be examined.
•
To prevent dropping the ice bucket, use both hands when removing it.
•
If Water leakage occurs due to improper installation, Please contact installer.
•
Use only the LED Lamps provided by manufacturer or service agents.
•
Do not disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.
- You run risk of causing a fire, malfunction and/or personal injury.
In case of malfunction, please contact your service agents.
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
Operation
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How ice/cold
water is
supplied
Water is cooled while stored in the water tank in the refrigerator compartment, and then
sent to the dispenser. Ice is made in the automatic ice maker and is then sent to the
dispenser as either crushed or cubed ice.
Throw away the first ice (about 20 pieces) and the first water (about 7 glasses)
passing through the appliance when the refrigerator is initially installed.
The first ice and water may include particles or odour from the feed water pipe or the
feed water box. The should also be done if the refrigerator has not been used for a long
time.
Keep children away from the dispenser.
Children may push the dispenser switch incorrectly, or damage the dispenser by
breaking associated parts. It may also cause them injury.
Always ensure that food does not block the ice chute.
If foods are placed at the entrance of the ice chute, ice may not be dispensed. The ice
chute may become covered with ice powder if crushed ice is most commonly used.
Remove the accumulated ice powder.
Never store beverage cans or other foods in the ice storage bin for rapid cooling.
This may damage the automatic ice maker.
Never use fine crystal glasses or crockery to collect ice.
Such glasses or containers may be broken.
Put ice into a glass before filling with water or other beverages.
Water may be splashed if ice is added after the drink.
Never touch the ice outlet either with hands or any implement.
Touching the ice outlet may cause a breakage or hand injury.
Never remove the ice maker cover
. It might be necessary from time to time to level
the ice so the storage bin can fill to capacity.
If ice is allowed to pile up near the ice maker, the ice maker may think that it is already
full and it will stop producing ice.
If discolored ice is dispensed, stop using the appliance and contact your serv-ice
centre immediately.
Ice may be jammed in ice chute causing the refrigerator to fail.
Never use narrow or deep glassware when using the icemaker
as ice can back up into the ice chute and cause a malfunction.
Keep the glass at a proper distance from ice outlet.
A glass too close to the outlet may hinder ice from coming out.
•
It is normal that at first the water is not very cold. If you want colder water, add ice to
the glass.
NOTE
•
Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
- When you open or close the door, the articles may fall and cause personal injury and/
or material damage.
•
Do not insert your hands into the bottom area under the appliance.
- Any sharp edges may cause personal injury.
•
Do not leave the doors of the refrigerator open while the refrigerator is unattended and
do not let children enter inside of the refrigerator.
- There is a risk of children entrapment and serious personal injury because of low
temperature.
•
Do not let children step on drawer’s cover. - It may break and cause slip hazard.
WARNING
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Express
Freezer
Please select this function for fast freezing.
•
OFF ON OFF is repeated whenever
pressing button.
•
The arrow graphic remains On after flickering
4 times when selecting
•
Express Freeze will automatically turn off after a
fixed time passes.
Lock
Filter condition
(filter replacement
cycle) display
function (on some
model)
Water tank
condition
(on some model)
Dispenser light
(on some model)
This button locks the other buttons
•
Locking or Release is repeated whenever the
is pressed for more than 3 seconds.
•
If you use the lock button, none of the other
buttons will work until you unlock them.
•
There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on
the dispenser.
•
The water filter should be replacedevery six months.
•
The filter light comes on as a reminder to let
you know when to replace filter.
•
After replacing the filter, press and hold the
button for more than 3 seconds to
reset the indicator.
•
Next icon indicates the condition of the water tank on no-plumbing model.
•
When the water tank is installed correctly, the indicator light will turn on.
Otherwise, the light will not turn on.
•
This button has no function.
* All icons will be off after 20 seconds for energy
saving once the situation changes.
This button turn the dispenser light on and
off.
•
The dispenser light function is turned ON or
OFF by pressing
button.
Never place
heavy items on
the minibar door
or allow children
to hang or sit on
it.
connected separated
On Off
On Off
LOCK UNLOCK
Operation
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Refreshment centre(Applicable to some models only)
How to use
Use the minibar
door as a stand
Never remove
the inner
minibar door
cover
Never place
heavy items on
the minibar door
or allow children
to hang or sit on
it.
Open the minibar door.
•
You can access the minibar without opening the refrigerator
door, thus saving electricity.
•
Inner lamp is lit in the refrigerator compartment when the
minibar door opens, making it easy to identify the contents.
•
Never use the minibar door as a chopping board and take
care not to damage it with sharp tools.
•
Never rest or press on the open minibar door.
•
The minibar can not function correctly without the cover.
Only applies to models with inner minibar cover.
•
Not only may the minibar door be damaged, but children
may be hurt.
connected separated
On Off
On Off
LOCK UNLOCK
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Shelf
You can store side dish or refrigerated food on the shelf
with sufficient space in between the containers.
How to use
1. Hold the rear part of the shelf slightly up and pull
it forward.
2. Lift the shelf slightly up after pulling it half way.
3. While holding the shelf slightly, tilt the shelf to
pull it out.
How to
disassemble
Dairy corner
You can store dairy goods such as butter, cheese etc.
How to use
Hold the basket with both hands and pull it out by pulling
it up (1).
If you close the refrigerator door with the dairy corner
left open on the door side, the refrigerator door may
not be closed properly. Therefore you must be careful.
How to
disassemble
Wine holder (Applicable to some models only)
Bottles can be stored laterally with
this wine rack.
Fresh Air Filter
How to use the
deodorizing
system
Max Freezing
capacity
Operation
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Freezer Compartment (Applicable to some models only)
If a large quantity of food is to be placed in the freezer
compartment:
The middle drawer of freezer compartment shall be taken out of
the appliance and food shall be stacked directly on the wire shelf.
Freezer compartment provides wire shelf on default to maximize
food storage capacity. And also the drawer is provided to
convenient usage for watery meat or half-liquid state food.
If there is already food in the compartment, please set freezer to
the coldest condition (depends of type: -23/-24°C) and press on
"Express frz" button several hours before placing fresh produce
in the freezer compartment to get maximum capacity.
As a rule 4 hours is adequate.
Deodorizer (Applicable to some models only)
Fresh Air Filter
How to use the
deodorizing
system
Max Freezing
capacity
This system efficiently absorbs strong
odours by using an optical catalyst.
This system does not have any affect
on stored food.
•
The deodorizer is located behind the vegetable compartment.
It can be removed for cleaning with soapy warm water from time to time.
•
Please use closed containers to store pungent food.
Odours are easily absorbed by other food in the compartment.
Deodorizing system
Vegetable
compartment
Opti Temp (Optional)/
Fresh compartment
(Optional)
or
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Location of foods
(Refer to identification of parts)
Wine holder
Snack drawer
Freezer
compartment
shelf
Freezer
compartment
door rack
Freezer
compartment
drawer
Milk product
corner
Egg box
Refreshment
center
Refrigerator
compartment
shelf
Refrigerator
compartment
door rack
Vegetable
drawer
Vegetable
drawer/meat
drawer
conversion
corner
Store wine.
Store small foods such as bread, snacks, etc..
Store various frozen foods such as meat, fish, ice
cream, frozen snacks, etc..
•
Store small packed frozen food.
•
Temperature is likely to increase as door opens.
So, do not store long-term food such ice cream, etc..
Store meat, fish, chicken, etc.. after wrapping them
with tin foil.
Store dry.
Store milk products such as butter, cheese,etc..
Place this egg box in the proper location.
Store foods of frequent use such as beverage,etc..
Store side dishes or other foods at a proper distance.
Store vegetables or fruits.
Store vegetable, fruits, meat to thaw, raw fish, etc...
setting the conversion switch as necessary. Be sure to
check the conversion switch setting before storing
foods.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Suggestion on food storage
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Storing foods
•
Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. How food is frozen and thawed is an
important factor in maintaining its freshness and flavour.
•
Do not store food which goes bad easily at low temperatures, such as bananas, and
melons.
•
Allow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot food in a refrigerator could spoil
other food, and lead to higher energy consumption.
•
When storing food, cover it with vinyl wrap or store in a container with a lid. This
prevents moisture from evaporating, and helps food to keep its taste and nutrients.
•
Do not block air vents with food. Smooth circulation of chilled air keeps refrigerator
temperatures even.
•
Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the refrigerator
and causes temperatures to rise.
•
Never keep too much food in the door rack as it may push against the inner racks so
that the door cannot fully close.
•
Do not put items filled with water on the refrigerator.- If spilled, there is a risk of fire or
electric shock.
•
Do not overfill the refrigerator with food. - When you open the door, an item may fall
out and cause personal injury or material damage.
•
Do not put items filled with water on the refrigerator.- If spilled, there is a risk of fire or
electric shock.
•
Do not place a lighted candle in the refrigerator for removing bad odors. - This may
result in electric shock or fire.
•
Bottles should be stored tightly together so that they do not fall out.
•
Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break when frozen.
•
Do not refreeze food that has been thawed. This causes loss of taste and nutrients.
•
Please observe maximum storage times and expiry dates of frozen goods.
•
When storing frozen food like ice cream for a long period, place it on the freezer shelf,
not in the door rack.
•
Do not touch cold foods or containers - especially metallic containers - with wet hands
or place glass products in the freezer compartment.
- You may get chill blains, and glass containers may break when frozen, causing
personal injury.
•
Avoid placing sauces on top refrigerator shelves, which could freeze on direct contact
with chilled air.
•
Always clean food prior to refrigeration. Vegetables and fruits should be washed and
wiped, and packed food should be wiped, to prevent adjacent food from spoiling.
•
When storing eggs in their storage rack or box, ensure that they are fresh, and always
store them in an upright position, which keeps them fresh longer.
Freezer
Compartment
Refrigerator
Compartment
•
If you keeping the refrigerator in a hot and humid place, frequently open the door or
store a lot of vegetables, dew may form. This has no effect on operation or
performance. Remove the dew with an absorbent dry cloth.
NOTE
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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General information
During average length vacations, you will probably find it best to leave the refrigerator in
operation. Place freezable items in freezer for longer life. When you plan not to operate,
remove all food, disconnect the power cord, clean the interior thoroughly, and leave
each door OPEN to prevent odour formation.
And won’t use water or ice dispensers, close the water valve. - Otherwise, water
leakage may occur.
Vacation time
Power failure
If you move
Anti
condensation
pipe
Most power failures that are corrected in an hour or two will not affect your refrigerator
temperatures. However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the
power is off.
If the products equipped with LED Lamp, do not disassemble Lamp Cover and LED
Lamp by yourself. - Please contact your service agents.
Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the refrigerator. To avoid
damaging the height adjusting screws, turn them all the way into the base.
The outside wall of the refrigerator cabinet may sometimes get warm, especially just
after installation. Don’t be alarmed. This is due to the anti-condensation pipe, which
pumps through the refrigerator to prevent “sweating” on the outer cabinet wall.
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 describes the kinds of actually are. The following 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 reftigerant, the water line, or items stored
on top of the refrigerator.
•
You 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 the refrigerant flowing in your
refrigerator.
•
Contraction cause a popping noise to and expansion of the inside walls may 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.
Exterior
Interior
After cleaning
WARNING
CAUTION
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Cleaning
Regular cleaning is recommended. Wash all compartments with a baking soda solution
or a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry.
Please verify that the power cord is not damaged, power plug is not overheated, or
power plug is well inserted into the wall outlet socket.
Always remove power cord from the wall outlet prior to cleaning near to electrical
equipment (lamps, switches, controls, etc.). Wipe up excess moisture with a sponge or
cloth to prevent water or liquid from getting into any electrical part and causing an
electric shock. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, coarse abrasive cleaners,
strong alkaline solutions, flammable or toxic cleaning liquids on any surface. Do not
touch frozen surfaces with wet or damp hands, because damp object will stick to
extremely cold surfaces.
It is important that your refrigerator be kept clean to prevent undesirable odours. Spilled
food should be wiped up immediately, since it may acidify and stain plastic surfaces if
allowed to settle.
Use a luke warm solution of mild soap or detergent to clean the durable finish of your
refrigerator. Wipe with a clean damp cloth and then dry.
Exterior
Interior
After cleaning
WARNING
•
Do not directly spray water inside or outside the refrigerator. - There is a risk of fire
or electric shock.
•
Do not spray cleaning products directly on the display. - Printed letters on the display
may come off.
•
Remove any foreign matter or dust from the power plug pins. But do not use a wet
or damp cloth when cleaning the plug, remove any foreign material or dust from the
power plug pins. - Otherwise there is a risk of fire or electric shock.
Suggestion for energy saving
•
Please do not keep the door open for a long time, close door in the shortest time.
•
Storing too much food is not recommended. Sufficient space should be left to ensure
proper air circulation.
•
Do not set the temperature of fridge freezer lower than needed. Do not put food near
the temperature sensors. Keep the distance of at least 5mm from the sensors.
•
Allow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot food in the fridge freezer could
affect other food, and lead to higher energy consumption.
•
Do not block air vents. Smooth circulation of cold air maintains the appropriate
temperature.
•
Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the fridge-
freezer, and causes the temperature to rise.
•
The configuration of shelves, baskets and drawers supplied by the manufacturer is the
most efficient in terms of energy saving
CAUTION
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Cleaning the water dispenser and the water tank.
(Applicable to some models only)
Frequency of cleaning: every 2 months or when is needed.
Procedure:
1. Before cleaning pour out water from the water tank.
2. Mix 0.5ℓ of water with proper amount of dispenser cleaning product (and then pour it
into the water tank). Do not use any harsh chemicals.
3. Dispense 1 cup of solution and leave the rest of it inside dispenser system for time
shown on the cleaning product label. Do not drink water from the dispenser while all
the cleaning process!
4. Dispense rest of the solution until the tank is empty.
5. Clean the water tank with a soft sponge and rinse it under tap water.
6. Fill the water tank with fresh water. Dispense 3 cups of water, one after another with
20s breaks. Fill the water tank with boiled water and dispense one cup.
7. Check taste of water. If the taste is tainted repeat action no.6 until water has non-
suspicious taste.
We recommend NOT to leave water inside the water tank for more than 2 days.
Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Sediment
seeninside the
water tank
Type of water supply or water
dispenser needs cleaning.
Clean the water tank. Always boil water before
placing it into the water tank.
Bad smell and
taste of water
Water not dispensed for extended
period.
Pour out old water. Clean the water tank. Fill the
water tank with new water.
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Smart Diagnosis
Should you experience any problems with your refrigerator, it has the capability of
transmitting data via your telephone to the LG service center. This gives you the
capability of 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.
If you experience problems with your refrigerator, call to the LG service center.
Only use the Smart Diagnosis feature when instructed to do so by the LG call center
agent. The transmission sounds that you will hear are normal and sound similar to a fax
machine.
Smart Diagnosis cannot be activated unless your refrigerator is connected to power.
If your refrigerator is unable to turn on, then troubleshooting must be done without
using Smart Diagnosis.
First, call to the LG service center. Only use the Smart Diagnosis feature when
instructed to do so by the LG call center agent.
1.
Lock the display. To lock the display, press and hold the Lock button
for three seconds. (If the display has been locked for over five minutes,
you must deactivate the lock and then reactivate it.)
2. Open the right refrigerator door.
3. Hold the mouthpiece of your phone in front of the speaker
that is located on the right hinge of the refrigerator door,
when instructed to do so by the call center.
4. Press and hold the Freezer Temperature button for three seconds
while continuing to hold your phone to the speaker.
5. After you hear three beeps, release the Freezer Temperature button.
6. Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. This takes about
3 seconds, and the display will count down the time. Once the countdown is over
and the tones have stopped, resume your conversation with the specialist, who will
then be able to assist you in using the information transmitted for analysis.
Using Smart
Diagnosis
•
For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.
•
If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may
be asked to try again.
•
Call quality differences by region may affect the function.
•
Use the home telephone for better communication performance, resulting in better
service.
•
Bad call quality may result in poor data transmission from your phone to the
machine, which could cause Smart Diagnosis to not work properly.
NOTE
Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Sediment
seeninside the
water tank
Type of water supply or water
dispenser needs cleaning.
Clean the water tank. Always boil water before
placing it into the water tank.
Bad smell and
taste of water
Water not dispensed for extended
period.
Pour out old water. Clean the water tank. Fill the
water tank with new water.
Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****
GWL31****, GWP31****
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Trouble shooting
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense.This
list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or
materials in this appliance.
Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Running of
refrigerator
Refrigerator
compressor
does not run.
Refrigerator control is off. Set refrigerator control. See setting the
controls.
Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting
refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs
periodically.
Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
Power outage. Check house lights. Call your electricity supplier.
Refrigerator
compressor
runs too often
or too long.
Refrigerator is larger than the
previous one you owned.
This is normal. Larger, more efficient units run
longer in these conditions.
Room or outside weather is hot. It is normal for the refrigerator to work harder
under these conditions.
Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of time.
It takes some hours for the refrigerator to cool
down completely.
Large amounts of warm or hot food
may have been stored recently.
Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run
longer until the desired temperature is
reached.
Doors are opened too frequently or
too long.
Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to
run longer. Open the door less often.
Refrigerator or freezer door may be
slightly open.
Make sure the refrigerator is level. It is normal
for the refrigerator to have a slight lean
backwards. Keep food and containers from
blocking door. See problem section OPENING/
CLOSING of doors.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. Set the refrigerator control to a warmer
setting until the refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory.
Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.
Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal
will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to
maintain desired temperatures.
Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator
at a constant temperature.
This is normal. Refrigerator goes on and off to
keep the temperature constant.
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Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Refrigerator
compressor does
not run
Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator
at a constant temperature.
Set refrigerator control. See setting the controls.
Temperatures are
too cold
Temperature in the
freezer is too cold
but refrigerator
temperature is
satisfactory.
Freezer control is set too cold. Set freezer control to a warmer setting until the
freezer temperature is satisfactory.
Temperature in
the refrigerator is
too cold but
freezer
temperature is
satisfactory.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting until
the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.
Food stored in
drawers freezes.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. See above solution.
Meat stored in
fresh meat drawer
freezes.
Meat should be stored at a
temperature just below the freezing
point of water (32˚F, 0˚C) for maximum
fresh storage time.
It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the
moisture content of meat.
Temperatures are
too warm
Temperatures in
the refrigerator or
freezer are too
warm.
Freezer control is set too warm. Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting
until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory.
Refrigerator control is set too warm.
Refrigerator control has some effect
on freezer temperature.
Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting
until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory.
Doors are opened too frequently or
too long.
Warm air enters the refrigerator/freezer
whenever the door is opened. Open the door
less often.
Door is slightly open. Close the door completely.
Large amounts of warm or hot food
may have been stored recently.
Wait until the refrigerator or freezer has a
chance to reach its selected temperature.
Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of time.
A refrigerator requires some hours to cool down
completely. Do not place food items inside the
refrigerator until it has initially reached it’s set
temperature, or has cooled down considerably.
Temperature in the
refrigerator is too
warm but the
freezer
temperature is
satisfactory.
Refrigerator control is set too warm. Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting.
Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Running of
refrigerator
Refrigerator
compressor
does not run.
Refrigerator control is off. Set refrigerator control. See setting the
controls.
Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting
refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs
periodically.
Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
Power outage. Check house lights. Call your electricity supplier.
Refrigerator
compressor
runs too often
or too long.
Refrigerator is larger than the
previous one you owned.
This is normal. Larger, more efficient units run
longer in these conditions.
Room or outside weather is hot. It is normal for the refrigerator to work harder
under these conditions.
Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of time.
It takes some hours for the refrigerator to cool
down completely.
Large amounts of warm or hot food
may have been stored recently.
Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run
longer until the desired temperature is
reached.
Doors are opened too frequently or
too long.
Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to
run longer. Open the door less often.
Refrigerator or freezer door may be
slightly open.
Make sure the refrigerator is level. It is normal
for the refrigerator to have a slight lean
backwards. Keep food and containers from
blocking door. See problem section OPENING/
CLOSING of doors.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. Set the refrigerator control to a warmer
setting until the refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory.
Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.
Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal
will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to
maintain desired temperatures.
Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator
at a constant temperature.
This is normal. Refrigerator goes on and off to
keep the temperature constant.
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Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Sound and noise
Louder sound
levels when
refrigerator is on.
Today’s refrigerators have increased
storage capacity and maintain more
even temperatures.
It is normal for sound levels to be higher.
Louder sound
levels when
compressor
comes on.
Refrigerator operates at higher
pressures during the start of the ON
cycle.
This is normal. The sound will level off as the
refrigerator continues to run.
Vibrating or
rattling noise.
Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator
rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly.
Be sure floor is level and solid and can
adequately support refrigerator.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. See above solution.
Items placed on the top of the
refrigerator are vibrating.
Remove items.
Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in
the refrigerator.
It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly. Move
dishes slightly. Make sure refrigerator is level
and firmly set on floor. It is normal for the
refrigerator to have a slight lean backwards.
Refrigerator is touching wall or
cabinets.
Move refrigerator so that it does not touch the
wall or refrigerator.
Water/Moisture/
Ice inside
refrigerator
Moisture collects
on the inside
walls of the
refrigerator.
The weather is hot and humid which
increases the rate of frost buildup and
internal sweating.
This is normal.
Door is slightly open. See problem section opening/closing of doors.
Door is opened too often or too long. Open the door less often.
Water/Moisture/
Ice outside
refrigerator
Moisture forms
on the outside of
the refrigerator
or between
doors.
Weather is humid. This is normal in humid weather.
When humidity is lower, the moisture should
disappear.
Door is slightly open,causing cold air
from the inside the refrigerator to
meet warm air from the outside.
This time, close the door completely.
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Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Odours in
refrigerator
Interior needs to be cleaned. Clean interior with sponge,warm water and
baking soda.
Food with strong odour is in the
refrigerator.
Cover food completely.
Some containers and wrapping
materials produce odours.
Use a different container or brand of wrapping
materials.
Opening/Closing
of doors/Drawers
Door(s) will not
close.
Food package is keeping door open. Move packages that keep door from closing.
Door was closed too hard, causing
other door to open slightly.
Close both doors gently.
Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on
the floor when it is moved slightly.
Adjust the height adjusting screw.
Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator
rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly.
Be sure floor is level and can adequately
support refrigerator. Contact carpenter to
correct sagging or sloping floor. It is normal for
the refrigerator to have a slight lean
backwards.
Refrigerator is touching wall or
cabinets.
Move refrigerator.
Drawers are
difficult to move.
Food is touching shelf on top of the
drawer.
Keep less food in drawer.
Track that drawer slides on is dirty. Clean drawer and track.
Dispenser
Dispenser will
not dispense ice
Ice storage bin is empty. When the first supply of ice is dropped into the
bin, the dispenser should operate.
Freezer temperature is set too warm. Turn the freezer control to a higher setting so
that ice cubes will be made.
When the first supply of ice is made, the
dispenser should operate.
Household water line valve is not
open.
Open household water line valve and allow
sufficient time for ice to be made.
When ice is made, dispenser should operate.
Refrigerator or freezer door is not
closed.
Be sure both doors are closed.
Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Sound and noise
Louder sound
levels when
refrigerator is on.
Today’s refrigerators have increased
storage capacity and maintain more
even temperatures.
It is normal for sound levels to be higher.
Louder sound
levels when
compressor
comes on.
Refrigerator operates at higher
pressures during the start of the ON
cycle.
This is normal. The sound will level off as the
refrigerator continues to run.
Vibrating or
rattling noise.
Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator
rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly.
Be sure floor is level and solid and can
adequately support refrigerator.
Refrigerator control is set too cold. See above solution.
Items placed on the top of the
refrigerator are vibrating.
Remove items.
Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in
the refrigerator.
It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly. Move
dishes slightly. Make sure refrigerator is level
and firmly set on floor. It is normal for the
refrigerator to have a slight lean backwards.
Refrigerator is touching wall or
cabinets.
Move refrigerator so that it does not touch the
wall or refrigerator.
Water/Moisture/
Ice inside
refrigerator
Moisture collects
on the inside
walls of the
refrigerator.
The weather is hot and humid which
increases the rate of frost buildup and
internal sweating.
This is normal.
Door is slightly open. See problem section opening/closing of doors.
Door is opened too often or too long. Open the door less often.
Water/Moisture/
Ice outside
refrigerator
Moisture forms
on the outside of
the refrigerator
or between
doors.
Weather is humid. This is normal in humid weather.
When humidity is lower, the moisture should
disappear.
Door is slightly open,causing cold air
from the inside the refrigerator to
meet warm air from the outside.
This time, close the door completely.
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Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Dispenser will
not dispense ice.
Ice has melted and frozen around
auger due to infrequent use,
temperature fluctuations and/or
power outrages.
Remove ice storage bin, and thaw and the
contents. Clean bin, wipe dry and replace in
proper position. When new ice is made,
dispenser should operate.
Ice dispenser is
jammed.
Ice cubes are jammed between the
icemaker arm and back of the bin.
Remove the ice cubes that are jamming the
dispenser.
Ice cubes are frozen together.
Only the ice cubes made by the ice maker
should be used with the dispenser.
Ice cubes that have been purchased or
made in some other way have been
used in the dispenser.
Use a different container or brand of wrapping
materials.
Dispenser will
not dispense
water.
Household water line valve is not
open. See problem “Ice maker is not
making any ice.”
Open household water line valve.
Refrigerator or freezer door is not
closed.
Be sure both doors are closed.
Water has an odd
taste and/or
odour.
Water has been in the tank for too
long.
Dispense and discard 7 glasses of water to
freshen the supply. Dispense and discard an
additional 7 glasses to completely rinse out
tank.
Unit not properly connected to cold
water line.
Connect unit to cold water line which supplies
water to kitchen tap.
Sound of ice
dropping
This sound is normally made when automatically made ice is dropped into ice storage
bin. Volume may vary according to refrigerator’s location.
Sound of water
supply
This sound is normally made when ice maker is supplied with water after dropping the
automatically made ice.
The display
shows the word
OFF (After 20
seconds the
word OFF
disappears but
the refrigerator is
still in the v
DEMO MODE).
The refrigerator is in the Demo(Demonstration) Mode. The Demonstration Mode
disables the cooling system, only the lighting system and the display operate in a
regular way. To disable the Demo Mode open the door and holding down the Fridge
button press the EXPRESS F button 3 times.
After deactivating the Demo Mode, the previously set values will appear.
Other
Please thoroughly read ‘Automatic ice maker and dispenser’ in this manual.
Care and maintenance
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ENGLISH
1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached
to a product it means the product is covered by the
European Directive 2002/96/EC.
2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed
of separately from the municipal waste stream via
designated collection facilities appointed by the
government or the local authorities.
3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old
appliance,please contact your local Council, waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE
This product contains fluorinated greenhouse gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol (Optional).
•
Information of fluorinated greenhouse
gases used as refrigerant of this refrigerator.
Chemical name Composition of Gases Total GWP (kg CO
2
-eq)
R-600a 100% CH(CH3)3 < 3
Occurrence Possible cause Solution
Dispenser will
not dispense ice.
Ice has melted and frozen around
auger due to infrequent use,
temperature fluctuations and/or
power outrages.
Remove ice storage bin, and thaw and the
contents. Clean bin, wipe dry and replace in
proper position. When new ice is made,
dispenser should operate.
Ice dispenser is
jammed.
Ice cubes are jammed between the
icemaker arm and back of the bin.
Remove the ice cubes that are jamming the
dispenser.
Ice cubes are frozen together.
Only the ice cubes made by the ice maker
should be used with the dispenser.
Ice cubes that have been purchased or
made in some other way have been
used in the dispenser.
Use a different container or brand of wrapping
materials.
Dispenser will
not dispense
water.
Household water line valve is not
open. See problem “Ice maker is not
making any ice.”
Open household water line valve.
Refrigerator or freezer door is not
closed.
Be sure both doors are closed.
Water has an odd
taste and/or
odour.
Water has been in the tank for too
long.
Dispense and discard 7 glasses of water to
freshen the supply. Dispense and discard an
additional 7 glasses to completely rinse out
tank.
Unit not properly connected to cold
water line.
Connect unit to cold water line which supplies
water to kitchen tap.
Sound of ice
dropping
This sound is normally made when automatically made ice is dropped into ice storage
bin. Volume may vary according to refrigerator’s location.
Sound of water
supply
This sound is normally made when ice maker is supplied with water after dropping the
automatically made ice.
The display
shows the word
OFF (After 20
seconds the
word OFF
disappears but
the refrigerator is
still in the v
DEMO MODE).
The refrigerator is in the Demo(Demonstration) Mode. The Demonstration Mode
disables the cooling system, only the lighting system and the display operate in a
regular way. To disable the Demo Mode open the door and holding down the Fridge
button press the EXPRESS F button 3 times.
After deactivating the Demo Mode, the previously set values will appear.
Other
Please thoroughly read ‘Automatic ice maker and dispenser’ in this manual.
