ENGLISH ESPAÑOL OWNER’S MANUAL SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MANUAL DE USUARIO REFRIGERADOR DE DOS PUERTAS Lea detenidamente este manual antes de empezar a utilizar el refrigerador y guárdelo como referencia para el futuro. Model Name/Nombre de Modelo **color number/número de color LSC27921** P/No. MFL62306005 www.lg.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty (USA) 2–3 Water and Ice Dispenser 18 Important Safety Instructions 5 Ice Storage Bin 18 Grounding Requirements 6 Icemaker Cover 18 Refrigerator Installation 7 - 12 Door and Rack Support 18 Unpacking your Refrigerator 7 Snack Pan 18 Installation 7 Crisper and Crisper cover 19 Base Grille Installation 7 Refrigerator Shelves 19 Handle Removal 7 Freezer Shelf 19 Removing and Replacing Refrigerator Doors Door Alignment 9 Connecting the water line 10 -
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey. 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, or CAUTION. These words mean: DANGER You will be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
CAUTION 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. DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: • Take off the doors.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION NOTE: For proper air circulation, and best cooling and energy consumption results, maintain a minimum distance of 2 inches (5,08cm) from adjacent items and surfaces. WARNING EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 2"(5,08 cm) WARNING UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR • Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille, stopper, etc. You may be injured.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD • Disconnect electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. • Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock. • Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille, and stopper. You may be injured. Before removing the doors, remove the base grille.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Reinstalling the left (freezer) door Height difference (2) (1) Height difference Right leveling leg (3) (4) (7) C CF F C F H (5) (6) (5) (6) (7) Rivet Type 1 Type 2 Type 2 Adjusting tools: 5/16” (8 mm) wrench and 3/4” (19 mm) wrench 1. Feed the water tubes through the lower hinge pin and place the door onto the lower hinge pin. 2. Fit top hinge (6) over hinge lever latch (7) and into place. Rotate lever (5) clockwise to secure hinge.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 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.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 7. 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. 3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1/4” (6,35 mm) hole in the water pipe 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.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Back of refrigerator Tubing Clamp ¼” (6,35 mm) Tubing ¼” (6,35 mm) Compression Nut Ferrule (sleeve) Figure 1 Refrigerator Connection 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. 10. 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.
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES Use this page 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. A Freezer Door Rack H Refrigerator Lamp B Automatic Icemaker I Water Filter The ice is produced in the icemaker and sent to the dispenser.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION CONTROL PANEL FEATURES In order to ensure proper temperatures, air MUST flow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. Press the button for the desire function to review and select other settings. LED DISPLAY The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, and the water filter door alarm, and status messages.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR LIGHT/FILTER Ice type indicator Shows the type of ice, crushed or cube, or water that the dispenser will dispense. The LIGHT/FILTER button controls the lamp in the dispenser, resets the water filter replacement indicator when the filter has been replaced. The water filter needs replacement once wvery six months. Filter month indicator becomes “0” to let you know when replace filter.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS ICEMAKER OPERATION Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before making final adjustments. It is best to wait 24 hours before doing this. The initial settings mentioned in CONTROL PANEL FEATURES section should be correct for normal household refrigerator use. The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections).
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE STORING FROZEN 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. NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR WATER AND ICE DISPENSER • Hold the ice storage bin and pull it out while slightly lifting it shown in the figure. • To assemble the ice storage bin, push it while slightly lifting it . Your refrigerator has a mechanism that dispatch cool water and ice cubes without open the door. • Tray can be easily removed by pressing and pulling it. • Tilt up the front of tray slightly and snap the ribs into the holes to reinstall the tray. • Make sure it is fully engaged into the auger drive .
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SHELVES CRISPER AND CRISPER COVER CAUTION The crisper allows for better conservation of fruits and vegetables. • To remove the crisper compartment cover, pull out the crisper compartment a bit to the front , lift the front part of the cover as shown in , and take it out . Make sure to keep shelf horizontal while removing; otherwise it may drop.
FILTER WATER FILTER Installing the water filter Before removing or installing water filter: 1. Remove the red cap from the filter. 1. IMPORTANT: Turn off household water supply. 2.Take out the top shelf and move it to the lowest level. facing 2. Hold the filter with the unlock symbol towards you as shown in the picture below. Insert the filter into the filter receptacle on the right side of the refrigerator compartment. Removing the water filter: 1.
FILTER Performance Data Sheet Models Number 5231JA2002A-S Use with replacement cartridge 5231JA2002A This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 for the reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ANSI 42.
CARE AND CLEANING PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels) WARNING Do not use window sprays, abrasive cleaners, or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the material. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly. EXPLOSION HAZARD Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. BACK COVER WARNING Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
CARE AND CLEANING If you choose to turn the refrigerator OFF before you leave, follow these steps. 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and empty ice bin. 2. Unplug refrigerator. 3. Clean refrigerator, wipe, and dry well. 4. 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. OR b) Place 2 lbs. (1 kg) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR • 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH Possible causes Solutions • The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model. • The room temperature is hotter than normal. • The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was set correctly. • The door is opened often or a large amount has just been added. • Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more operating time. • The motor will run longer under warm conditions.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP Possible causes Solutions • The doors are opened often. • The control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions. • A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or freezer. • The food is not packaged correctly. •The doors are not closing completely. • When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible causes Solutions THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY • The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. • Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the CONTROL PANEL FEATURES section. •Check to see if something is holding the door open. AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK • Icemaker power switch on OFF (O) position. • Water supply turned off or not connected. • Freezer compartment too warm. • Door left open.
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