Life's Good OWNER'S MANUAL FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Please your read sef and this manual refain if for carefully future before operating reference. MODELS LFX28978_ P/NO : MFL62184410 www.lge.
INIRODUCIION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Basic Safety Precautions ........................................ CFC Disposal .......................................................... 3 4 How to Connect Electricity ...................................... 5 PARTS AND FEATURES THANK YOU! Congratulations Special Features ..................................................... Key Parts and Components .................................... 6 7 and welcome on your purchase to the LG family.
IMPORIAN! SAFELY INFORMAIlON BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This guide contains safety messages. ,_ many important safety messages. Always read and obey all 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.
IMPORIAN! SAFELY INFORMATION BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONT.) • DO not use drier to dry the inside, nor light a candle to remove odor. • Install in places away from the fire such as the place where flammable gas is leaked.
IMPORIAN! SAFELY INFORMAIlON HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY f IMPORTANT: Please read carefully. b &WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
PARISANDFEATURES SPECIAL FEATURES _Jt f CONTROL PANEL LED DISPLAY SCREEN Simple electronic controls are user-friendly. The LED screen shows refrigerator and freezer temperatures, displays water filter status, dispenser information, and more. O .48 ICE PLUS When this feature is activated, the freezer section will run at the coldest temperature for a 24- hour period to increase ice production by about 20 percent.
PARTSANDFEATURES KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in this manual. O ADJUSTABLE REFRIGERATOR SHELVING LED INTERIOR The refrigerator compartment shelves are adjustable to allow flexibility for storage needs. Refrigerator interior is lit by the LED array.
INSIAllAIION CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION &WARNING Excessive Weight • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the refrigerator in a wet or damp area. Hazard Two or more people are required when moving and unpacking the appliance. • Store and install the refrigerator where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions. • Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C).
INSIAllAIION FLOORING • To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended. • To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. The leveling legs can be turned easily by pushing against the top of the refrigerator to take the weight off the feet.
INSIAllAIION HANDLE REMOVAL (CONT.) HANDLE REINSTALLATION Mounting Fasteners \ J Place the handle on the door by aligning handle footprints to fit mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench. Place the handle on the door by aligning handle footprints to fit mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the bottom of the handle with a 3.1 mm (1/8") Allen wrench.
INSIAllAIION REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR (2) \ DOOR REMOVAL (CONT.) 11) /(2) (3). (5) (4) / _J (7) / (8) • Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1). • Use a flat blade screwdriver to lift the tabs on the front underside of the cover(2). Lift up the cover. • Remove the cover. Pull out the tube (3). • Disconnect all the wire harnesses (4). • Remove the grounding screw(5) • Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise.
INSIAllAIION REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REINSTALLATION _(4) (3) ....(1) Install the right-side door first. • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown. • Make sure the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. • Fit the top hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch (2) and into place. Rotate the lever (3) counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
INSIAllAIION REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REINSTALLATION Cover (cont.) Cover Screw (6)_ / / • Push the water supply tube (6) into the hole on the top case and pull it through the backplate. Insert the water supply tube into the connector. • Insert the tube at least 5/8 in. (15 mm) into the connector. • Hook the tab on the door-switch side of the cover under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top. Position the cover into place.
INSIAllAIION REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL &CAUTION • Care should be taken to avoid product or property damage when removing the freezer door. It maybe necessary to have assistance with the following insturctions. • To avoid damage do not hold the handle when removing the door. It could come off and cause and injury. 14 Fully extend the freezer drawer. Lifting up and out to remove the Dura Base basket making sure to clear the rail system.
INSIAllAIION REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) FREEZER DRAWER REINSTALLATION &CAUTION &WARNING • To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions. It maybe necessary to have assistance with the following instructions. Risk of Child Entrapment • To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to play inside of the freezer drawer. • DO NOT step or sit on the freezer drawer.
INSIAllAIION LIGHT REPLACEMENT TO change RefrigeratOr Light This model has special LED interior lighting and service should be performed by a qualified technician. &WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit. NOTE: • Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator.
INSIAllAIION CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY &WARNING Connect only. to safe drinking IMPORTANT: you begin. water supply • The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4~8.4 kgf/cm 2) on models without a water filter and between 43 and 121 p.s.i. (3~8.5 kgf/cm 2) on models with a water filter. • If water pressure does not reach 20 psi (1.4 kgf/cm _) or falls below, it is necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icemaker and water dispensing operation.
INSIAllAIION CONNECTING THE WATER LINES IMPORTANT: Before connecting the tubing to the water line, unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. •Turn off the main water supply and open the nearest faucet to relieve pressure in the line. Opening an outside faucet may help drain water from the line in the house. • Find a 1/2-in. vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator. NOTE: A horizontal pipe will work, but the following precaution must be taken: drill on the top of the pipe, not the bottom.
INSIAllAIION LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS &WARNING &CAUTION Electrical • To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions. Shock Hazard • Be careful when you work with the hinges, base grille, and stopper. You may be injured. • Do not put hands, feet, or metal items into the air vents, base grille, or the bottom of the refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.
INSIAllAIION LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (CONT.) DOOR ALIGNMENT • Use the wrench (Included with the User Manual) to adjust the bolt in the door hinge to adjust the height. (counter clockwise to raise or clockwise to lower) STARTING Before loading your refrigerator with fresh foods: • Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using.
ttOW10 USE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES For complete details on button functions, see pages 22-25. NOTE: The shape of the buttons may not match your model. li_ LED DISPLAY The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status messages. 0 ICE TYPE Bu'n'ON The ICE TYPE button is used to select Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice. FREEZERBu'n'ON Press the FREEZER button to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment.
HOW10 USE THE LED DISPLAY The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status messages. O DISPENSER SELECTION INDICATOR Shows Cubed ice or Crushed Ice selection that will be dispensed when the push switch is pressed. O FREEZER TEMPERATURE Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment in Celsius or Fahrenheit. REFRIGERATOR O TEMPERATURE Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator compartment in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
HOW10 USE ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURES Adjust Freezer AND DISPLAY Temperature Power saving Mode TO adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment, press the FREEZER button to cycle through the the range of available settings. n U°F Adjust Refrigerator Temperature To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, press the REFRIGERATOR button to cycle through the range of available settings. • The display will remain off until the next time the door is opened.
HOW10 USE OPERATING THE DISPENSER DISPENSING CRUSHED ICE Press the ICE TYPE button to illuminate the Crushed Ice icon. Press the push ice switch with a glass or other /_/ container and crushed ice will be dispensed. DISPENSING WATER Press the push water switch with a glass or other container and chilled water will be dispensed. When the water switch is pressed, the light will be illuminated.
HOW]0 USE SETTING THE FUNCTIONS Press the button for the desired function to view and select other settings. SETTING THE DISPENSER LOCK ACTIVATING ICE PLUS PreSS and hold the ALARM/LOCK button for three seconds to lock the Press the ICE PLUS/ENERGY SAVING button once to activate the ICE PLUS function. The ICE PLUS icon on the display panel will illuminate when activated. dispenser and all of the other control panel functions. i_ Press and hold again for 3 seconds to unlock.
HOW113USE SPACEPLUS ICE SYSTEM &CAUTION • Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute. You could break something or injure yourself. The icemaker will stop producing ice when the ice bin is full. If you need more ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin in the freezer compartment so the icemaker can keep producing ice. Shake the ice bin occasionally to level the ice in it.
ttOW113USE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The automatic icemaker can make 12 ice cubes at a time, above 100 cubes per 24-hour period. This quantity may vary by circumstance, including freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings, freezer load, and other operating conditions. • It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to make ice.
HOW10 USE STORING FOODS • Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. Freezer • How food is frozen and thawed is an important factor in maintaining freshness and flavor. • Do not store glass bottles in the freezer • Do not store food that spoils easily, such as bananas and melons, at low temperatures. • Allow hot food to cool prior to storing; placing hot food in the refrigerator could spoil other food and lead to higher energy consumption.
ttOW10 USE LOCATION OF FOODS e i" O REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT SHEWES O Store larger food items, platters, and containers on the expansive refrigerator compartment shelves. O CRISPERS Store small packed food or beverages such as condiments, salad dressings, baby foods, milk, or juice. O Store vegetables or fruits with humidity control. FREEZER PULL-OUT O GLIDE'N'SERVE Provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than refrigerator.
HOW10 USE SHELF HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open, saving energy. IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold.
CAREANDCLEANING REMOVING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS NOTE: When reinstalling components, reverse the order of steps for removal. To prevent damage, never use excessive force when removing or reinstalling components. &CAUTION • Personal injury can occur if the door bins are not firmly assembled. NOTE: DO NOT adjust a loaded bin. • DO NOT allow children to play with baskets. The sharp corners on the baskets could cause injury.
CAREANDCLEANING REMOVING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS ((:ONT.) Glide'N'Serve Cris _er humidity control f HIGH _) _ LOW J You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crispers. Store vegetables or fruits requiring more or less humidity in separate crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between HIGH and LOW. • LOW lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits. • HIGH keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
CAREANDCLEANING REMOVING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS (CONT.) To remove the glass f_ J • Lift up the glass under the crisper cover. • Pull the glass up and out. To replace Glide'N'Serve &CAUTION • When you close the refrigerator door with GLIDE'N'SERVE DRAWER opened, that the drawer could be broken. • To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension. • Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out.
CAREANDCLEANING REMOVING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS ((:ONT.) &CAUTION &WARNING • Pinch hazard! Keep hands and feet clear of the bottom of the door when opening and closing. Child Entrapment Ice Bin DuraBase ® Divider Hazard • If the Durabase divider is removed, there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside. To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer.
CAREANDCLEANING CLEANING THE REFRIGERATOR &WARNING Cleaning Explosion For models with a stainless steel exterior, use a commercially available stainless steel cleaner in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Hazard • Use nonflammable cleaner. • Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
CAREANDCLEANING REPLACING THE WATER FILTER It is recommended that you replace the filter approximately every 6 months, when the water filter indicator reaches 0 months, or when the ice and water dispenser noticeably decreases out-put. 1. Remove the old cartridge. Press the push button to open the filter cover. NOTE : Replacing the filter causes a small amount of water (around 1 oz. or 25 cc) to drain. Place a cup under the filter hole to catch any waste. Pull out the filter cartridge.
CAREANDCLEANING REPLACING THE WATER FILTER (CONT.) 2. Replace with a new cartridge. f d Take the new cartridge out of its packing and remove the protective cover from the o-rings. Firmly lock in the cartridge. The cover will click back into place. With cartridge ears in the horizontal position, push the new filter cartridge into the manifold hole until it stops. NOTE: After replacing the filter, flush 2.5 gallons through filter before use (flush for approximately 5 minutes). Check the filter for leaks.
CAREANDCLEANING Performance Model: LG ADQ36006101-S Data Sheet Use Replacement Cartridge: ADQ36006101 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 and Standard 53. I I of substances listed I reduction System tested and certified by below.
CAREANDCLEANING Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Service Flow 0.5 gpm (1.9 Ipm) Water Supply Potable Water Water Pressure 20 -120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Water Temperature 33°F - 100°F (0.6°C - 38°C) It is essential that the manufacturer's recommended installation, maintenance and filter replacement requirements be carried out for the product to perform as advertised. Note: While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.
CAREANDCLEANING State of California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 09- 2018 Date Issued: Trademark/Model Designation December .................... 15, 2009 Replacement Elements ADQ36006101-S Manufacturer: Cuno Inc.
II OUB/ESHOOIING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE 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. Refrigerator compressor does not run. • Refrigerator control is off. • Set the refrigerator control. • Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. • This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs periodically.
IROUB/ESHOOIING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Food stored in refrigerator drawers freezes. • Refrigerator control is set too cold. • Adjust the refrigerator to a warmer setting. Temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer are too warm. • Freezer or refrigerator control is set too warm. • Adjust the freezer or refrigerator control to a colder setting until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. • Doors are opened too frequently or for too long.
IROUB/ESHOOIING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Moisture forms on the dispenser. Odors in the refrigerator. • Moisture may form when the temperature or humidity are high. • Wipe off the moisture. • Interior needs to be cleaned. • Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda. Be sure the soda is completely dissolved so it wilt not act as an abrasive compound. • Food with strong odor is in the refrigerator. • Some containers and • Cover food completely. wrapping materials produce odors.
IROUB/ESHOOIING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) .................................................... )))))) )! The icemaker is • New installation. • Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice not producing ice or not enough ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production. • Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve is not turned on. • Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.
IROUB/ESHOOIING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Not dispense ice • All the doors are not closed completely. • If any door is not closed completely, any ice is not dispensed. • The dispenser is locked on display. • If the dispenser is locked, ice will not dispense. Look at the right side of the control panel to see if the lock is engaged. Press and hold the lock button on the control panel until there is a "ding" sound. Try to dispense again. Once unlocked, the dispenser should dispense ice.
IROUB/ESHOOIING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) .................................................... )))))) )! Not dispense water • New installation. • Flush and fill the water system. • Freezer door is not closed • If any door is not closed completely, the ice is never dispensed. completely. • Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve is not turned on. • Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.
SPECIFICAIIONS KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS The appearance and specifications Description Electrical listed in this guide may vary due to constant product improvements. French Door Refrigerator Requirements Min. / Max. Water Pressure 115 VAC @ 60 Hz 20~120 35 Dimensions PSI (1.4~8.4 kgf/cm 2) 3/4 H (W) X 35 3/8 'T (D) X 70 'T (H), 47 s/8" (D w/door open) 908 mm (W) X 899 mm (D) X 1778 mm (H), 1210 mm (D w/door open) Net Weight Refrigerator k..Freezer , 313 lb.
Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal home use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will at its option repair or replace the product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only when purchased and used within the United States including U.S. Territories. Proof of original retail purchase is required to obtain warranty service under this limited warranty.
WARRANTY: Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the warranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail purchase. This warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only to a Product distributed in Canada by LG Canada or an authorized Canadian distributor thereof.
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