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. The actual control panel may differ from model to model. 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.
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 LG SmartThinQ Application ••For appliances with the or logo The LG SmartThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. Before Using LG SmartThinQ 1 2 Use a smartphone to check the strength of the wireless router (Wi-Fi network) near the appliance. ••If the distance between the appliance and the wireless router is too far, the signal strength becomes weak. It may take a long time to register or installation may fail.
SMART FUNCTIONS 43 LG SmartThinQ Application Features Firmware Update Energy Monitoring (On Some Models) This feature keeps track of the refrigerator’s power consumption and the number of door openings. Remote Control Control the Refrigerator Temperature, Fresh Air Filter and Ice Plus from the smart phone app. Push Messages If the door remains open for more than ten minutes, you will receive a push message. When Ice Plus is finished, you will receive a push message.
44 SMART FUNCTIONS FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Open Source Software Notice Information 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. To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.
SMART FUNCTIONS 45 Smart Grid Function ••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 Grid Application Features Smart Saving_Demand Response You can lower energy usage based on Demand Response (DR) signals from the utility company. If the refrigerator is operating in Smart Saving mode according to the DR signal, you can see a pop up.
46 SMART FUNCTIONS Smart Diagnosis™ Function Should you experience any problems with the appliance, it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the LG Customer Information Center. NFC or Wi-Fi equipped models can also transmit data to a smartphone using the LG Smart ThinQ application. 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.
MAINTENANCE 47 MAINTENANCE 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.
48 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Fresh Air Filter 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 ••When the Replace Filter icon turns on 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.
MAINTENANCE 49 Replacing Filter Type LT700P (LSFXC2476*/LSFD2491**) 5 After the water filter is replaced, dispense 2.5 gallons of water (flush for approximately 5 minutes) to remove trapped air and contaminants from the system. Remove the old water filter. Lower or remove the top left shelf to allow the water filter to rotate all the way down. Pinch the sides to open the water filter cover. NOTE ••Replacing the water filter causes a small amount of water (around 1 oz. or 25 cc) to drain.
50 MAINTENANCE Replacing Filter Type LT1000P (LSFXC2496*) 1 Remove the old water filter. Lower or remove the top left shelf to allow the water filter to rotate all the way down. Pinch the sides to open the water filter cover. NOTE ••Replacing the water filter causes a small amount of water (around 1 oz. or 25 cc) to drain. ••Wrap a cloth around the front end of the water filter cover to collect any leaking water.
MAINTENANCE 51 Performance Data Sheet Model: LT700P Use Replacement Cartridge: ADQ360061** 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 NSF Test Report Chlorine Taste and Odor 2.1 mg/L 2.0 mg/L ± 10% 0.
52 MAINTENANCE Performance Data Sheet Model: LT1000P Use Replacement Cartridge: ADQ747935** 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 Standard 42, Standard 53 and Standard 401. System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42, Standard 53 and Standard 401 for the reduction of substances listed below.
MAINTENANCE 53 Average Influent Challenge NSF specified Challenge Concentration Avg % Reduction Average Product Water Concentration Max Permissible Product Water Concentration NSF Reduction Requirements Mercury @ pH 8.5 5.6 μg/L 6.0 μg/L ± 10% 92.5% 0.420 μg/L 2.0 μg/L NA Cyst* 100,000 cysts/L Minimum 50,000 cysts/L >99.99% 10 cysts/L N/A ≥ 99.95% Atenolol 240 ng/L 200 ± 40% ng/L > 95.50% 10.80 ng/L 30 ng/L NA Carbamazepine 1600 ng/L 1400 ± 40% ng/L 98.40% 25.
54 MAINTENANCE Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Service Flow 0.5 gpm (1.89 lpm) Water Supply Community or Private Well Potable Water Water Pressure 20 – 120 psi (140 – 830 kPa) Water Temperature 36 °F – 100 °F (0.6 °C – 37.8 °C) Capacity 200 gallons (757 liters) It is essential that the manufacturer’s recommended installation, maintenance and filter replacement requirements be carried out for the product to perform as advertised.
