ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL SXS REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. P/No. MFL68029537 www.lg.
Electrical Connections ENGLISH (In the UK Only) The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Important GREEN AND YELLOW : EARTH BLUE : NEUTRAL BROWN : LIVE This appliance must be earthed.
Introduction Entry e 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.
Introduction 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. Accessibility of Supply Plug The appliance should be positioned so that the supply plug is easily accessible for quick disconnection should an accident occur.
Introduction ENGLISH WARNING • eep ventilation openings in the room where the appliance is installed clear of K obstruction. • o not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, D other than those recommended by the manufacturer. • Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. • o not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the D appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer. • isposal procedures.
Introduction Identification of parts Freezer Compartment Refrigerator Compartment Extra door rack (Optional) Dairy Corner LED Lamp Shelf Automatic Icemaker Wine rack (Optional) Door Rack Shelf Refreshment center (Optional) LED Lamp Shelf Process of freezing occurs the fastest on the marked shelf No Plumbing Ice & Water (Optional) Door rack Egg Box (Optional) Drawer (2) Door Rack Vegetable drawer Door rack Door Rack Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27**** Freezer Compartment Spa
Installation Where to Install 1. P lace your appliance where it is easy to use. Select a good location 2. A void 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. Keep it at a proper distance More than 5 cm to back 3.
Installation Door removal ENGLISH 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. Applicable to No Plumbing Ice & Water Model only Lower cover Feed water tube Feed water tube Remove the lower cover by loosening all the screws.
Installation Upper hinge Keeper 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 Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access door as illustrated to the right.
Installation Door Height adjustment Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31**** ENGLISH - 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. Raising Raising DoorUp Up Door Height difference Spanner Lower Door Down Release Preventing Nut Adjust Hinge Pin Method 2 (only for Plumbing type) 1.
Installation Door Height adjustment Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27**** If the freezer compartment door is lower than the refrigerator compartment door Height Left height adjustment screw m) e Level the door by inserting flat( - type) driver into the groove of the left height adjusting screw and rotate it clockwise (①).
Operation 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. NOTE • Allow the appliance to stand for 2 hours after installation.
Operation Adjusting the temperatures and functions Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27**** Refreshment Centre button (Optional) Water/Ice output Dispenser push switch Option Refreshment Centre (Optional) Function display board Type-1 Type-2 NOTE 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.
Operation You can adjust temperature of the fridge and freezer compartments Setting temperature Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31**** Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27**** Refrigerator Compartment temperature adjustment How to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment Setting temperature Model: GSL54*****, GSP54*****, GWL31****, GWP31**** Model: GSL32*****, GSP32*****, GWL27****, GWP27**** • • 14 The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food
Operation Dispenser use (on some model) • hoose from crushed ice, water, and cubed ice and depress the dispenser switch with C a glass or other container. Cubed Ice Water Crushed Ice Select cubed ice by pressing the selection button, which will be highlighted. Select water by pressing the selection button, which will be highlighted. Select crushed ice by pressing the selection button, which will be highlighted.
Operation 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. ① ② NOTE • Figure depends on model.
Operation Ice is lumped together ENGLISH When ice maker does not operate smoothly hen ice is lumped together, take the ice lumps out of the ice storage bin, break them W 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.
Operation NOTE • It is normal that at first the water is not very cold. If you want colder water, add ice to the glass. 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.
Operation This button locks the other buttons Lock • Locking or Release is repeated whenever the is pressed for more than 3 seconds. • I f you use the lock button, none of the other buttons will work until you unlock them. LOCK UNLOCK Please select this function for fast freezing. Express Freezer • FF ON OFF is repeated whenever O pressing button.
Operation 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. How to use K ever use the minibar door as a chopping board and take N care not to damage it with sharp tools. • Never rest or press on the open minibar door.
Operation Shelf You can store side dish or refrigerated food on the shelf with sufficient space in between the containers. How to use How to disassemble 1. H old the rear part of the shelf slightly up and pull it forward. 2. L ift the shelf slightly up after pulling it half way. 3. W hile holding the shelf slightly, tilt the shelf to pull it out. Dairy corner How to use You can store dairy goods such as butter, cheese etc.
Operation This system efficiently absorbs strong odours by using an optical catalyst. This system does not have any affect on stored food. Fresh Air Filter Deodorizing system Vegetable compartment Opti Temp (Optional)/ Fresh compartment (Optional) How to use the deodorizing system • • 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.
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Suggestion on food storage ENGLISH Location of foods (Refer to identification of parts) Store wine. Wine holder Snack drawer Store small foods such as bread, snacks, etc.. Freezer compartment shelf Store various frozen foods such as meat, fish, ice cream, frozen snacks, etc.. Freezer compartment door rack • Freezer compartment drawer Store meat, fish, chicken, etc.. after wrapping them with tin foil. • Store small packed frozen food. Temperature is likely to increase as door opens.
Suggestion on food storage CAUTION Freezer Compartment CAUTION • tore fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. How food is frozen and thawed is an S important factor in maintaining its freshness and flavour. • o not store food which goes bad easily at low temperatures, such as bananas, and D melons. • llow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot food in a refrigerator could spoil A other food, and lead to higher energy consumption.
Care and maintenance 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.
Care and maintenance • Please do not keep the door open for a long time, close door in the shortest time. • toring too much food is not recommended. Sufficient space should be left to ensure S proper air circulation. • o not set the temperature of fridge freezer lower than needed. Do not put food near D the temperature sensors. Keep the distance of at least 5mm from the sensors. • Allow hot food to cool prior to storing.
Care and maintenance 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. M ix 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. D ispense 1 cup of solution and leave the rest of it inside dispenser system for time shown on the cleaning product label.
Care and maintenance 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.
Care and maintenance 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 compressor runs too often or too long. Refrigerator control is off. Set refrigerator control. See setting the controls.
Care and maintenance Possible cause Solution Refrigerator compressor does not run Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator at a constant temperature. Set refrigerator control. See setting the controls. 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.
Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Solution ENGLISH 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.
Care and maintenance 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. Food package is keeping door open. Move packages that keep door from closing. Door was closed too hard, causing other door to open slightly.
Care and maintenance Occurrence Possible cause Dispenser will not dispense ice. Ice dispenser is jammed. Dispenser will not dispense water. Water has an odd taste and/or odour. Solution 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.
Care and maintenance DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE 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. ng 4.
