OWNER'S MANUAL BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH LRDCS2603* MFL67851408 Rev.04_081021 www.lg.com Copyright © 2019 - 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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us_main.book.book Page 3 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others.
us_main.book.book Page 4 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not bend or pinch the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it. Operation • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; - bed and breakfast type environments; - catering and similar non-retail applications.
us_main.book.book Page 5 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 Maintenance • Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator. • Do not light a candle to remove odors in the refrigerator. • Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator.
us_main.book.book Page 6 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), which is combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged. Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury.
us_main.book.book Page 7 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM PRODUCT OVERVIEW 7 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes. Exterior a Refrigerator Fresh food compartment b Refrigerator Handle Opens and closes the refrigerator door. c Freezer Handle Opens and closes the freezer drawer.
us_main.book.book Page 8 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Interior †: This feature is only available on some models. a LED Interior Lighting Lights up the inside of the refrigerator. b Water Filter† Purifies water. Replace the water filter every six months. See the Replacing the Water Filter section in this manual for details. c Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf The refrigerator shelves are adjustable to meet individual storage needs.
us_main.book.book Page 9 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM PRODUCT OVERVIEW 9 i Glide'N'Serve Stores large party trays, deli items, and beverages. ENGLISH j Pullout Drawer Provides extra storage within the freezer compartment. k Durabase and Durabase Divider Provides storage for large frozen food items. Product Specifications The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements. Electrical requirements: 115 V, 60 Hz Min. / Max.
us_main.book.book Page 10 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 10 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. a Unpacking the Refrigerator b Choosing the Proper Location c Disassembling/Assembling d Connecting the Water Line e Leveling and Door Alignment WARNING • Connect to potable water supply only.
us_main.book.book Page 11 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM INSTALLATION 11 Unpacking the Refrigerator WARNING • The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the floor when moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. 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. • Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
us_main.book.book Page 12 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 12 INSTALLATION Dimensions and Clearances • Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sufficient room to move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings. • If an opening is too narrow to fit the refrigerator through, remove the refrigerator doors. See Removing/ Assembling Doors and Drawers in this manual.
us_main.book.book Page 13 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM INSTALLATION 13 Removing/Assembling Handles The appearance of the handles may vary from what is shown. 1 If needed, reassemble the mounting fasteners a on the door with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench. 2 Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws b with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench.
us_main.book.book Page 14 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 14 INSTALLATION fasteners and tightening the set screws b with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench. 2 Rotate the hinge lever c clockwise. Lift the top hinge d free of the hinge lever latch e. Removing/Assembling Doors and Drawers If the entrance door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway.
us_main.book.book Page 15 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM INSTALLATION 15 from the freezer drawer, there is sufficient space for a small child or pet to crawl inside. • Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer. ENGLISH CAUTION • Use two or more people to remove and install refrigerator doors and freezer drawers. • Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the drawer. • When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to damage the floor. 1 Pull the drawer open to full extension.
us_main.book.book Page 16 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 16 INSTALLATION 5 2 Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the drawer supports into the rail tabs located on both sides. CAUTION • Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury. 3 4 Assembling the Refrigerator Door 1 Make sure that the hinge pin sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin. 2 Align the door with the cabinet.
us_main.book.book Page 17 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM INSTALLATION 4 Attach the mounting fasteners a to the opposite side of the door using a 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) Allen wrench. Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 3/32 in. (2.5 mm) Allen wrench. Reversing Handles/Doors Door reversal must be done by an authorized installer or service person. If it is not, the doors will not be covered by the warranty.
us_main.book.book Page 18 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 18 INSTALLATION 3 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door. CAUTION screwdriver to remove the two Allen-head b and one Phillips-head c screws. Remove the hinge d. 7 With a flat-head screwdriver, carefully pry off and remove the cover over the bolt holes on the left side of the refrigerator. 8 Remove the outer lower decorative screw from the flange on the frame between the freezer and refrigerator doors.
us_main.book.book Page 19 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM INSTALLATION 19 NOTE a Middle Hinge Pin 14 Fit the hinge a over the hinge lever latch b and slot it into place. Rotate the lever c clockwise to secure the hinge. Assemble the left hinge cover with the two screws d. 15 Assemble the right hinge cap with the two screws. b Middle Hinge NOTE • The middle hinge has been flipped, but the hinge pin stays in the same orientation with its hexagonal end facing upward.
us_main.book.book Page 20 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 20 INSTALLATION WARNING • Connect to potable water supply only. CAUTION • To prevent burns and product damage, only connect the refrigerator water line to a cold water supply. • Power drill. • ½ in. or adjustable wrench. • Flat-blade and Phillips screwdrivers. • Two ¼ in. outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
us_main.book.book Page 21 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM INSTALLATION 21 grounded in a manner that will prevent the hazard of electric shock. Shut off the main water supply. ENGLISH 1 Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber. • Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line. 2 Choose the valve location. • Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe.
us_main.book.book Page 22 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 22 INSTALLATION NOTE • Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 ft. coiled into three turns of about 10 in. diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation. 7 • Remove the flexible plastic cap from the water valve. • Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as shown. • Insert the end of the copper tubing into the connection as far as possible.
us_main.book.book Page 23 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM INSTALLATION 23 1 Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that side of the refrigerator or to the right to lower it. It may take several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator. • A flare nut wrench works best, but an open-end wrench will suffice. Do not over-tighten. 2 Open both doors, and check to make sure that they close easily.
us_main.book.book Page 24 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 24 OPERATION OPERATION Before Use Checklist Clean the refrigerator. Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust 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.
us_main.book.book Page 25 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM OPERATION 25 Control Panel Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Control Panel Features a Freezer Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). The default freezer temperature is 0°F (-18 °C). Press the Freezer button repeatedly to select a new set temperature from 5 °F to -7 °F (-23 °C to -15 °C).
us_main.book.book Page 26 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 26 OPERATION Sabbath Mode This feature is only available on some models. Using the Sabbath Mode • The amount and shape of ice may vary according to the environment (ambient temperature around the appliance, frequency of the door being opened, amount of food stored in the appliance, water pressure, etc.). Sabbath mode is used on the Jewish Sabbath and holidays. • In the event of a power outage, throw away the ice stored in the ice bin.
us_main.book.book Page 27 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM OPERATION 27 • You will hear the sound of ice dropping into the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills. • Eggs - Store in original carton on interior shelf, not on door shelf. Preparing for Vacation Set the icemaker power button to OFF and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator. NOTE • The ice bin should be emptied any time the icemaker power button is turned to the OFF position.
us_main.book.book Page 28 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 28 OPERATION NOTE • Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, and then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy. 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.
us_main.book.book Page 29 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM OPERATION 29 Detaching/Assembling the Glide‘N’Serve 4 To remove the Glide'N'Serve, pull out the drawer until it stops, lift the front up, and pull straight out. 2 To assemble, slightly tilt up the front, insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place. To reassemble, insert the cover into the refrigerator with both hands and lower it onto the guides.
us_main.book.book Page 30 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 30 OPERATION CAUTION from side to side to accommodate items of different sizes. • Do not use the dishwasher to clean the storage bins and shelves. Refrigerator Shelves The shelves in the refrigerator are adjustable to meet individual storage needs. Adjusting the shelves to fit items of different heights will make finding the exact item you want easier.
us_main.book.book Page 31 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS This feature is only available on models with the or logo. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features Communicate with the appliance from a smartphone using the convenient smart features. Smart Diagnosis • If you experience a problem while using the appliance, this smart diagnosis feature will help you diagnose the problem.
us_main.book.book Page 32 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 32 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.
us_main.book.book Page 33 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM MAINTENANCE 33 without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts. - Visit your local dealer or distributor - Search using "water filter" on lg.
MAINTENANCE 4 Replace with a new water filter. • Take the new water filter out of its packing and remove the protective cover from the orings. With the water filter tabs in the horizontal position, push the new water filter into the manifold hole and turn it clockwise until it stops. 5 Close the water filter cover. The cover will click when closed correctly. NOTE • After the water filter is replaced, throw away the first bin full of ice (about 140-160 cubes).
us_main.book.book Page 35 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM MAINTENANCE 35 Performance Data Sheet Model: LT1000P, LT1000PC, LT1000PCS NSF System Trade Name Code: MDJ64844601 System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42, Standard 53 and Standard 401 for the reduction of substances listed below. Average Product Water Concentration Max Permissible Product Water Concentration NSF Reduction Requirements >97.5% 0.050 μg/L N/A 2 50.00% At least 10,000 particles/mL 99.
us_main.book.book Page 36 Monday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 36 MAINTENANCE Average Product Water Concentration Max Permissible Product Water Concentration NSF Reduction Requirements >96.10% 4.68 ng/L 20 ng/L NA 2000 ± 40% ng/L >98.90% 22.00 ng/L 300 ng/L NA 1400 ± 40% ng/L >97.10% 46.
us_main.book.book Page 38 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM TROUBLESHOOTING 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Frequently Asked Questions Q: What are the best temperature settings for my refrigerator and freezer? A: The default setting for the refrigerator is 37° Fahrenheit (3° Celsius). The default setting for the freezer is 0° Fahrenheit (-18° Celsius). Adjust these settings as necessary to keep food at desired temperatures. Milk should be cold when stored on the inner shelf of the refrigerator.
us_main.book.book Page 39 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 38 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Review this section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money. Cooling Problem Refrigerator and Freezer section are not cooling. Possible Cause & Solution A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Or the appliance is connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet, and the outlet's circuit breaker has tripped.
us_main.book.book Page 40 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Interior moisture buildup. 39 Possible Cause & Solution Doors are opened often or for long periods of time. Doors are not closed correctly. • See the "Doors will not close correctly or pop open" section. Weather is humid. • Humid weather allows additional moisture to enter the compartments when the doors are opened leading to condensation or frost.
us_main.book.book Page 41 Mo 40 nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Refrigerator or Freezer section is too warm. Possible Cause & Solution Refrigerator was recently installed. • It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature. The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections.
us_main.book.book Page 42 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM TROUBLESHOOTING 41 Ice Problem Demand exceeds ice storage capacity. • The icemaker will produce approximately 70-184 cubes in a 24 hour period. House water supply is not connected, valve is not turned on fully, or valve is clogged. • Connect the refrigerator to a cold water supply with adequate pressure and turn the water shutoff valve fully open. If the problem persists, it may be necessary to contact a plumber. Water filter has been exhausted.
us_main.book.book Page 43 Mo 42 nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Icemaker is not making ice Possible Cause & Solution Refrigerator was recently installed or icemaker recently connected. • It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker to begin making ice. Icemaker is not turned on. • Locate the icemaker ON/OFF and confirm that it is turned on. The ice detecting sensor is obstructed.
us_main.book.book Page 44 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM TROUBLESHOOTING 43 Problem Ice is not dispensing. Possible Cause & Solution Unable to hear the sound of ice coming out? Doors are not closed completely. • Ice will not dispense if any of the refrigerator doors are left open. Infrequent use of the dispenser. • Infrequent use of the ice dispenser will cause the cubes to stick together over time, which will prevent them from properly dispensing.
us_main.book.book Page 45 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 44 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Lights do not work. Possible Cause & Solution LED interior lighting failure. Refrigerator has an unusual odor. The interior of the refrigerator is covered with dust or soot. The Air Filter may need to be set to the MAX setting or replaced. • Set the Air Filter to the MAX setting. If the odor does not go away within 24 hours, the filter may need to be replaced.
us_main.book.book Page 46 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Pulsating or highpitched sound 45 Possible Cause & Solution • Normal Operation Wi-Fi Problem Trouble connecting appliance and smartphone to Wi- Fi network Possible Cause & Solution The password for the Wi-Fi network was entered incorrectly. • Delete your home Wi-Fi network and begin the registration process again. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on.
us_main.book.book Page 47 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM 46 LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY USA TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG ELECTRONICS (“LG”) TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW.
us_main.book.book Page 48 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM LIMITED WARRANTY 47 THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Service trips to deliver, pick up, or install, educate how to operate, correct wiring, or correct unauthorized repairs. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply or inadequate supply of air.
us_main.book.book Page 49 Mo 48 nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions. For the purposes of this section, references to “LG” mean LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
us_main.book.book Page 50 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM LIMITED WARRANTY 49 location within the federal judicial district in which you reside unless we both agree to another location or we agree to a telephonic arbitration. You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above (that is, by e-mail or telephone); no other form of notice will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure.
us_main.book.book Page 51 Mo 50 nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM LIMITED WARRANTY Canada TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS THE LAWS OF YOUR PROVINCE OR TERRITORY DO NOT PERMIT THAT, OR, IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS, IF YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
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us_main.book.book Page 53 Mo 52 nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM LIMITED WARRANTY PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED AT LAW, ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED AT LAW, YOU AND LG BOTH IRREVOCABLY AGREE TO WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND TO BRING OR PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION.
us_main.book.book Page 54 Mo nday, March 2, 2020 3:48 PM LIMITED WARRANTY 53 Hearings and Location. If your claim is for $25,000 or less, you may choose to have the arbitration conducted solely (1) on the basis of documents submitted to the arbitrator, (2) through a telephonic hearing, or (3) by an in-person hearing as established by the applicable arbitration rules. If your claim exceeds $25,000, the right to a hearing will be determined by the applicable arbitration rules.
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