OPERATION 27 OPERATION Clean the refrigerator. Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping. CAUTION ••Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape or adhesive from the refrigerator. Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.
8 OPERATION Control Panel Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Control Panel Features LSFXC2476* / LSFXC2496* LSFD2491** 12 5 4 1 2 3 4 5 12 6 8 10 1 2 7 9 11 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 NOTE ••When the refrigerator is in the Power Saving Mode, the display remains off until a door is opened or a button is pressed. Once on, the display remains on for 20 seconds. 1 Smart Grid Press the Smart Grid button to turn the Smart Grid function On/Off.
OPERATION 29 3 NOTE •• Replace the air filter when the Replace Filter icon turns on. After replacing the air filter, press and hold the Fresh Air Filter button for three seconds to turn the icon light off. Replace the air filter approximately every six months. 4 5 Freezer Temperature Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). The default freezer temperature is 0°F (-18 °C).
30 OPERATION 11 * Lock The Lock function disables every other button on the display. ••When power is initially connected to the refrigerator, the Lock function is off. ••To lock the control panel buttons, press and hold the Lock button until the closed Lock icon appears in the display and the function is activated. ••To disable the Lock function, press and hold the Lock button for approximately three seconds.
OPERATION 31 LSFD2491** Incorrect Correct Locking the Dispenser Press and hold the Lock button for three seconds to lock the dispenser and all the control panel functions. Follow the same instructions to unlock. Cleaning the Dispenser Drip Tray 1 Grip the drip tray with both hands and pull it out. Ice NOTE ••To dispense cold water, push on the water switch with a glass. (LSFXC2476* / LSFXC2496*) ••To dispense ice, push on the ice switch with a glass.
32 OPERATION Ice Compartment CAUTION Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin 1 Gently pull the handle to open the ice compartment. 2 To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the front handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull out the bin as shown. ••Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute. Failure to do so may result in damage or personal injury. Keep the ice compartment door closed tightly.
OPERATION 33 Automatic Icemaker Turning the Automatic Icemaker On Normal Sounds You May Hear Auto shutoff (feeler arm) NOTE ••Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker produces 70 - 182 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions. ••It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to begin making ice.
34 OPERATION Storing Food Where to Store Food Each compartment inside the refrigerator is designed to store different types of food. Store food in the optimal space to enjoy the freshest taste. Door-in-Door 1 InstaView Door-in-Door 2 2 3 4 3 5 1 6 1 Vegetable Storage (Crisper) Preserves vegetables and fruit. 2 Door-in-Door Case Convenient storage for frequently used items such as beverages, butter, margarine,cream cheese,peanut butter, and condiments.
OPERATION 35 CAUTION ••Do not store glass containers in the freezer. Contents may expand when frozen, break the container and cause injury. NOTE ••If you are leaving home for a short period, like a short vacation, the refrigerator should be left on. Refrigerated foods that are able to be frozen will stay preserved longer if stored in the freezer. Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted.
36 OPERATION Storing Frozen Food Do not use Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook for further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times. ••Bread wrappers ••Non-polyethylene plastic containers Freezing ••Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap Your freezer will not quick-freeze a 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 pounds of food per cubic foot of freezer space).
OPERATION 37 Humidity Controlled Crispers (On Some Models) You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crispers by adjusting the control to any setting between Vegetables and Fruit. ••Vegetables keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables. ••Fruit lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruit. The Durabase® divider allows you to organize the Durabase® area into sections.
38 OPERATION Glass (On Some Models) Lift up the glass under the crisper cover, and pull up and out. Door-in-Door (On Some Models) The Door-in-Door compartment allows for easy access to commonly used food items. The outer Door-In-Door door includes two door bins, the Cheese & Butter and Condiment bins, that are specially designed for these items. Butter stored here will be easier to spread, cheese will be easier to slice, and condiments ready to use.
OPERATION 39 Door-in-Door Bin (On Some Models) To open the Door-in-Door case, press on the area marked Press To Open. The Door-In- Door case is removable for easy cleaning and adjustment. The Door-in-Door inner and outer door bins are removable for easy cleaning. 1 To remove the Door-In-Door case, lift up and pull out. 1 To remove the door bins, lift up and pull out. 2 To replace the door bins, slide the door bin in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place.
40 OPERATION InstaView Door-in-Door (On Some Models) The InstaView Door-in-Door compartment allows for easy access to commonly used food items. Knock twice on the glass to turn the LED light inside the InstaView on or off. The LED light turns off automatically after 10 seconds. ••The LED light turns off automatically after 10 seconds. ••The LED light does not turn on if the right refrigerator door is open. ••The InstaView function will not activate for two seconds after closing the door.
OPERATION 41 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves Adjusting the shelves to fit items of different heights will make finding the exact item you want easier. Detaching the Shelf 1 2 ••Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilled food. ••Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact. ••Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them.
42 SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS Smart ThinQ Application The Smart ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. Installing Smart ThinQ Application Search for the LG Smart ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download and install the application. Smart ThinQ Application Features ••For appliances with the or logo Firmware Update Keep the appliance performance updated.
SMART FUNCTIONS 43 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
44 SMART FUNCTIONS Smart Grid Function When the refrigerator operates in Smart Grid mode, the Smart Refrigerator function can control energy usage or delay the operation of some functions to save energy during peak usage periods. ••You can override the Smart Grid function any time (using the Smart Grid button or application). ••To use the Smart Grid function, you need to register your appliance with your electric utility company.
SMART FUNCTIONS 45 Smart Diagnosis™ Function Smart Diagnosis™ through the Customer Information Center ••For appliances with the or logo This gives you the capability of speaking directly to our trained specialists. The specialist records the data transmitted from the appliance and uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis. 1 2 Call the LG Electronics Customer Information Center at: (LG U.S.A.
46 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning WARNING ••Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. CAUTION ••Do not use an abrasive cloth or sponge when cleaning the interior and exterior of the refrigerator. ••Do not place your hand on the bottom surface of the refrigerator when opening and closing the doors. ••When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.
MAINTENANCE 47 Replacing the Water Filter Replace the Fresh Air Filter: Replace the Water Filter : ••Approximately every six months. ••Approximately every six months. ••When the Replace Filter icon turns on. ••When the Replace Filter icon turns on. ••When the water dispenser output decreases. 1 Turn the filter cover to the left to detach it from the refrigerator wall. Remove the filter from the cover. ••The filter is located on the inside of the filter cover.
48 MAINTENANCE 2 Pull the water filter downward and pull out. Make sure to rotate the filter down completely before pulling it out of the manifold hole. 6 After changing the filter, press and hold the Water Filter button for three seconds to reset the indicator light. CAUTION 3 Replace with a new water filter. Take the new water filter out of its packing and remove the protective cover from the o-rings.
MAINTENANCE 49 Performance Data Sheet Model: LG ADQ36006101-S Use Replacement Cartridge: ADQ36006101 System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 for the reduction of substances listed below. Contaminant Reduction Average Influent NSF specified Challenge Concentration Avg % Reduction Average Product Water Concentration Max Permissible Product Water Concentration NSF Reduction Requirements Chlorine Taste and Odor 2.1 mg/L 2.0 mg/L ± 10% 0.972 0.
50 MAINTENANCE Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters CAUTION Service Flow 0.5 gpm (1.89 lpm) Water Supply Community or Private Well Potable Water Water Pressure 20 – 120 psi (140 – 830 kPa) ••Read and follow Use Instructions before installation and use of this system. Water Temperature 36 °F – 100 °F (0.6 °C – 37.8 °C) ••Installation and use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes.
MAINTENANCE 51 ENGLISH