PRODUCT OVERVIEW 7 Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the refrigerator. The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model. Refrigerator Exterior Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser Dispenses purified water and ice. LED Display Displays the refrigerator and freezer temperature, the water filter condition and the dispenser status.
8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Refrigerator Interior LED interior lamps The interior lamps light up the inside of the refrigerator. Water filter Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf The shelves in the refrigerator are adjustable to meet individual storage needs. Door-in-Door Case Purifies water. NOTE Replace the water filter every 6 months, or as needed. See Replacing the Filter in this manual for details. * (Water filter is only available on some models.
INSTALLATION 9 Installation Overview Read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. 1 Unpacking the refrigerator 2 Choosing the proper location 3 Disassembling/Assembling Note Connect to potable water supply only. 4 Connecting the water supply and water line 5 Leveling and door alignment Product Specifications The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.
10 INSTALLATION Unpacking the Refrigerator WARNING yyUse two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. yyThe refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
INSTALLATION Measuring the Clearances Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator Door Handles Note When it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below. Tools Needed 3/32 in. Allen wrench ¼ in. Allen wrench 24” (61 cm) Removing the Handles 1 Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.
12 INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers Removing the Handles When it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure. 1 2 Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle. Loosen the mounting fasteners connect to the freezer drawer and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.
INSTALLATION Removing the Left Refrigerator Door The water supply is connected to the upper right part of the rear surface of the refrigerator. Remove the ring in the joint area. Hold the water supply connection and gently push the collet to detach the water supply line as shown in and . Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise . Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch. Hinge Lever Latch Collet Caution When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.
14 INSTALLATION Removing the Right Refrigerator Door 1 3 Rotate the hinge lever Lift the top hinge lever latch. clockwise. free of the hinge Remove the screw from the top hinge cover . Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover , with a flat-head screwdriver. Hinge Lever Latch Caution When lifting the hinge free of the hinge lever latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. 2 Detach the wire harnesses .
INSTALLATION 3 Connect the wire harnesses 4 Make sure that the door-switch located inside the cover is tightly connected. Position the cover in place. Insert and tighten the cover screw . . ENGLISH Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door Install the right-side door first. 1 2 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure. Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place.
16 INSTALLATION Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door 4 Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case and pull it through the backplate. 5 Hold the water supply connection and gently push in the collet to connect the water supply line as shown in and . Insert the tube at least 5/8 inch (15 mm) into the connector. Fasten the clip to the joint. Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed. 1 2 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door.
INSTALLATION 17 Removing the Freezer Drawers Note Tube Caution Insert Line Clip 1) Gently press the collet and insert the tube until only one line shows on the tube. (Correct) yyUse two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury. yyDo not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, resulting in personal injury. yyBe careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the drawer.
18 INSTALLATION 1 Open the freezer door to full extension. Open the lower pullout drawer and lift it up and out to remove it. 2 Pull the upper pullout drawer open to full extension. 3 Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. 4 Remove the Durabase™ basket from the rails. Remove the screws from the rails at both ends. 5 Grip both sides of the freezer door and pull it up to remove it from the rails. Caution Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the door.
INSTALLATION Assembling the Freezer Drawers ull out both rails simultaneously, until both P rails are fully extended. 2 Grasp the freezer door on each side and hook the door supports into the rail tabs located on both sides. Caution Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the door. The handle may come off, causing personal injury. 3 Lower the door into its final position and tighten the screws located on both sides. Insert the Durabase basket in the rail assembly.
20 INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Line Before You Begin This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
INSTALLATION yy Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line. The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32 in. at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddletype valve complies with your local plumbing codes.
22 INSTALLATION 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. 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.
INSTALLATION 23 10 Caution Check to see if leaks occur at the water line connections. 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall. 12 START THE ICEMAKER Turn the icemaker on at the control panel. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (–9°C) or below.
24 INSTALLATION Leveling and Door Alignment Leveling Door Alignment After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the final position. The left refrigerator door has an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower the door for proper alignment. The refrigerator has two front leveling legs— one on the right and one on the left. Adjust the legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or sideto-side.
OPERATION 25 Before use Clean the refrigerator. Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping. Caution yy 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,. yy Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information on the rear surface of the refrigerator.
26 OPERATION Control Panel * Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Control Panel Features Led Display Indicator Dispenser Selection Indicator & Button Displays whether the dispenser is set to dispense water, cubed or crushed ice. Refrigerator Temperature Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). The default refrigerator temperature is 37°F (3°C).
OPERATION 27 Replace Filter [ ( On some models) ] Ice Plus yy When power is connected to the refrigerator, the door alarm is initially set to ON. Press the Door Alarm button to change the display to OFF and deactivate the door alarm function. yy An alarm tone sounds when either the refrigerator or the freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds. yy Close the door to stop the alarm. This function increases both ice making and freezing capabilities.
28 OPERATION Control Panel Features (continued) Connect Power Saving Mode The Connect button, when used with the LG Smart Refrigerator smart phone app, allows the refrigerator to connect to your home’s Wi-Fi network. Refer to the Smart Functions section for information on the initial setup of the application. yy When the refrigerator is in the Power Saving Mode, the display will remain off until a door is opened or a button is pressed. Once on, the display will remain on for 20 seconds.
OPERATION 29 In-Door Ice Bin 2 Caution To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the front handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull out the bin as shown. yy Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute. Failure to do so may result in damage or personal injury. yy The icemaker will stop producing ice when the in-door ice bin is full. If you need more ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin in the freezer compartment.
30 OPERATION Automatic Icemaker Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce 70-182 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions. Warning Personal Injury Hazard DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
OPERATION Caution yy Throw away the first few batches of ice. This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time. yy Never store beverage cans or other items in the ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling. Doing so may damage the icemaker or the containers may burst. yy If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water filter and water supply. If the problem continues, contact a qualified service center. Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.
32 OPERATION Operating the Dispenser Dispensing Crushed Ice Press the dispenser selection button repeatedly until the crushed ice icon illuminates. Press the dispenser switch with a glass or other container to dispense crushed ice. Caution yy Hold the container as close to the ice or water chute as possible to avoid spilling and splashing. yy Do not dispense ice into fine china or crystal glasses. China or crystal can be broken.
OPERATION 33 Ice and Water Dispenser Incorrect Way Correct Way ENGLISH Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Water Caution Keep children away from the dispenser. Children may play with or damage the controls. Ice Dispenser Caution Throw away the first few batches of ice (about 24 cubes). This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.
34 OPERATION Storing Food Food Preservation Location Each compartment inside the refrigerator is designed to store different types of food. Store your food in the optimal space to enjoy the freshest taste. Vegetable storage (Crisper) Preserves vegetables and fruit. Ice storage bin If a large amount of ice is needed, transfer the ice in the in-door ice bin to the ice storage bin. Durabase® Largest storage space in the freezer.
OPERATION 35 Food Storage Tips 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. Food How to Butter or Margarine Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and freeze. Cheese Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it.
36 OPERATION Storing Frozen Food (continued) Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or out. If it does, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and could also dry out frozen food.
OPERATION 37 Glide‘N’Serve and Humidity Controlled Crisper To Remove the Glass (Pantry drawer not shown for clarity) Lift up the glass from under the crisper cover, and pull up and out. To remove the Humidity Controlled Crisper and the Glide’N’Serve, pull out the Crisper and Glide’N’Serve to full extension, lift the front up, and pull straight out. Left Door Bins The door bins on the left door are removable for easy cleaning and adjustment.
38 OPERATION InstaView Door-in-Door Door-in-Door Case The InstaView Door-in-Door compartment allows for easy access to commonly used food items. To open the Door-in-Door case, slightly push the marked area to pop it open. The Door-inDoor case is removable for easy cleaning and adjustment. 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 does not turn on if the right refrigerator door is open.
OPERATION 39 Door-in-Door Lower Shelf 1 To remove the lower shelf, lift the shelf retainer up and out. 2 Remove the two screws from the shelf and pull it straight out. 3 Reverse the procedure to replace the shelf. 1 2 3 ENGLISH The Door-in-Door’s lower shelf is removable for easy cleaning.
40 OPERATION Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves The shelves in the refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Your model may have glass or wire shelves. Using the Folding Shelf You can store taller items, such as a gallon container or bottles, by simply pushing the front half of the shelf underneath the back half of the shelf. Pull the front of the shelf toward you to return to a full shelf.