Scan to see the online manual. 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 LDNS22220* / LRDNS2200* / LRDCS2603* / LDN22470** / LDC22370** / LDCS22220* MFL67851408 Rev.05_112723 www.lg.com Copyright © 2019-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 3 6 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING CAUTION 7 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 7 Product Features 10 INSTALLATION 10 11 13 14 18 21 23 23 Before Installing Choosing the Proper Location Removing/Assembling Handles Removing/Assembling Doors and Drawers Reversing Handles/Doors Connecting Refrigerator to Water Supply Leveling Turning on the Power 24 OPERATION 24 25 26 27 27 29 30 30 31 31 Before Use Control Panel Sabbath Mode Automatic Icemaker Storing
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 IMPORTANT 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. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not bend or pinch the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it. • When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged. • Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 • Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance. • Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. • This appliance incorporates an earth connection for functional purposes. - If connected to a water supply, connect to a potable water supply only. • Fill with potable water only. - If using an icemaker or dispenser water tank, make sure to fill it with potable water only.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials This symbol alerts you to flammable materials that can ignite and cause a fire if you do not take care. 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.
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 † This feature is only available on some models. a Refrigerator Fresh food compartment b Refrigerator Handle Opens and closes the refrigerator door. c Freezer Handle Opens and closes the freezer drawer.
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. d Humidity Controlled Crisper Helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp and controls humidity.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW 9 i Fold-Up Bin Can be folded up when tall storage is needed in the Door Bin. Interchangeable bins can be arranged to suit storage needs. k Auto-Closing Hinge† The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically when pushed slightly. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle of less than 30°.) l Pullout Drawer Provides extra storage within the freezer compartment. m Durabase and Durabase Divider Provides storage for large frozen food items.
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.
INSTALLATION 11 Unpacking the Refrigerator kPa), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure. 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.
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.
INSTALLATION 13 Removing/Assembling Handles • Tools Needed 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.
INSTALLATION fasteners and tightening the set screws b with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench. 2 Type A • 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. WARNING • Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer.
INSTALLATION 15 CAUTION ENGLISH • Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface. Removing Freezer Drawers This feature is only available on some models. WARNING • To prevent accidents, keep children and pets away from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer open. If the Durabase storage bin is removed from the freezer drawer, there is sufficient space for a small child or pet to crawl inside. 4 Remove the Durabase basket from the rails. Remove the screws from the rails at both ends.
INSTALLATION Assembling Freezer Drawers This feature is only available on some models. 1 Pull out both rails simultaneously until they are fully extended. 2 Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the drawer supports into the rail tabs located on both sides. Removing Freezer Door This feature is only available on some models. Before beginning, make sure you completely remove the refrigerator door. See Removing the Refrigerator Door.
INSTALLATION 17 ENGLISH Assembling the Refrigerator Door 4 Insert the Durabase basket in the rail assembly. 5 Insert the drawer into the frame, and push the drawer back until it clicks into place. Replace the ice bin in the drawer. 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. 3 Type A • Fit the hinge a over the hinge lever latch b and slot it into place.
INSTALLATION 4 Attach the mounting fasteners b to the opposite side of the door using a 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) Allen wrench. 5 Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners b and tightening the set screws a 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.
INSTALLATION 19 • Remove the three bolts using a 13/32 in. (10 mm) socket wrench and lift off the top hinge. Set parts aside. ENGLISH CAUTION • When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward. 3 6 Use a 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) hex socket wrench to loosen the hinge pin a and remove it. Use a 3/16 in. (5 mm) Allen wrench and a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two Allen-head b and one Phillips-head c screws. Remove the hinge d.
INSTALLATION 9 Flip the middle hinge bracket a and position it on the left side of refrigerator. Insert two Allen-head screws c and the Phillips-head screw b. 13 Place the refrigerator door down over the hinge pin on the middle hinge pin bracket. NOTE 10 Insert the hinge pin a using a 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) socket wrench. • The left top hinge, right hinge cap, and left hinge cover are provided for reversing doors. 14 Type A • Fit the hinge a over the hinge lever latch b and slot it into place.
INSTALLATION 21 (takes more than 4 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity): • Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage. • If the water pressure remains low, call a licensed, qualified plumber. Connecting Refrigerator to Water Supply Before Beginning These instructions assume you have an existing water supply connection for the refrigerator. If necessary, call a qualified plumber to install a water supply line for the refrigerator.
INSTALLATION NOTE 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. • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure that the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. Connecting Water Line to Refrigerator 1 Connect the tubing to the shutoff valve.
INSTALLATION 23 Leveling Leveling the Refrigerator 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. NOTE • A flare nut wrench works best, but an open-end wrench will suffice. Do not over-tighten. Replace the top hinge cover.
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.
OPERATION 25 Control Panel Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Control Panel Features Models with Water Filter a Freezer Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment in Celsius (℃) or Fahrenheit (℉). The default freezer temperature is 0℉ (-18 ℃). Press the Freezer button repeatedly to select a new set temperature from 5 ℉ to -7 ℉ (-23 ℃ to -15 ℃).
OPERATION NOTE • To change the temperature mode from ℉ to ℃ (or vice versa) press and hold the Refrigerator and Freezer buttons simultaneously for approximately five seconds. The temperature indicator on the display window switches between Celsius and Fahrenheit. • The displayed temperature is the target temperature, and not the actual temperature of the refrigerator. The actual refrigerator temperature depends on the food inside the refrigerator.
OPERATION 27 Automatic Icemaker This feature is only available on some models. • DO NOT place fingers in the automatic icemaker when the refrigerator is plugged in. • Avoid contact with any moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heater that releases the ice cubes. • Ice cubes which are stored in the ice bin for a long time may clump together and be difficult to separate. If this happens, empty the ice bin completely and clean it before reinstalling it.
OPERATION Refrigerated foods that are able to be frozen will stay preserved longer if stored in the freezer. • If you are leaving the refrigerator turned off for an extended period, remove all food and unplug the power cord. Clean the interior, and leave the door open to prevent fungi from growing in the refrigerator. • If doors are opened or closed too often, warm air may penetrate the refrigerator and raise its temperature. This can increase the running costs of the unit.
OPERATION 29 NOTE • Fruit lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruit. ENGLISH • 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.
OPERATION 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. Glide‘N’Serve Using the Pantry Drawer This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli items, and beverages. This drawer should not be used to store vegetables that require high humidity. CAUTION • Do not place any items on the Pantry Drawer cover.
OPERATION 31 4 Pull the shelf out. ENGLISH Door Bins Detaching/Assembling Door Bins 5 6 To assemble, tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height. The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjustment. 1 To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull straight out. 2 To assemble the bin, slide it in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place. Lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots.
OPERATION The Durabase may differ depending on the model. WARNING • 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 children or pets to touch or go near the drawer. CAUTION • The front and back of the Durabase are labeled on the top. Make sure to install it so that the side with the rubber drawer stops on the top is toward the inside of the freezer.
SMART FUNCTIONS 33 SMART FUNCTIONS This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. Installing the LG ThinQ Application Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download and install the application. Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.
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. General Cleaning Tips • Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically; however, clean both sections once a month to prevent odors.
MAINTENANCE 35 access to small parts during the installation of this product. • Use of unauthorized water filters may result in product malfunction, water leakage or water quality issues, which will not be covered under the product warranty. - When the water dispenser output decreases. • To purchase a replacement water filter: - 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. 6 After the water filter is replaced, dispense 2.
MAINTENANCE 37 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.
MAINTENANCE * Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts. Guidelines for Application / Water Supply Parameters Service Flow 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) Water Supply Community or Private Well - Potable Water Water Pressure 20 – 120 psi (138 – 827 kPa) Water Temperature 33 °F – 100 °F (0.6 °C – 37.
TROUBLESHOOTING 39 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. Ice cream should be firm and ice cubes should not melt in the freezer.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Review this section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money. Cooling Problem Refrigerator is not cooling or has no power. Possible Cause & Solution The refrigerator control is set to OFF (some models). • Turn the control ON. Refer to the Setting the Controls section for proper temperature settings. Refrigerator is set to Demo Mode.
TROUBLESHOOTING 41 Problem Interior moisture buildup. Possible Cause & Solution Weather is humid. Defrost cycle recently completed. • During the defrost cycle, the temperature of each compartment may rise slightly and condensation may form on the back wall. Wait 30 minutes and confirm that the proper temperature has been restored once the defrost cycle has completed. Food is not packaged correctly.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Refrigerator or Freezer section is too warm. Possible Cause & Solution Unit is installed in a hot location. • The refrigerator should not be operated in temperatures above 110 °F (43 °C). A large amount of food or hot food was added to either compartment. • Adding food warms the compartment requiring the cooling system to run. Allowing hot food to cool to room temperature before putting it in the refrigerator will reduce this effect. Doors are not closed correctly.
TROUBLESHOOTING 43 Problem Icemaker is not making enough ice. Possible Cause & Solution Doors are not closed completely. The temperature setting for the freezer is too warm. • The recommended temperature for the freezer compartment for normal ice production is 0 °F (-18 °C). If the freezer temperature is warmer, ice production will be affected. Icemaker is not making ice Refrigerator was recently installed or icemaker recently connected.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Ice is not dispensing. Possible Cause & Solution 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. Check the ice bin for ice cubes clumping/ sticking together. If they are, break up the ice cubes to allow for proper operation.
TROUBLESHOOTING 45 Problem Lights do not work. Possible Cause & Solution LED door lighting failure (on some models). If the flooring material is highly reflective, or if there are highly reflective objects in front of the product, the proximity sensor which controls the LED door lighting may not function properly. • It may take 30 seconds to work normally after the refrigerator is initially installed. Refrigerator has an unusual odor. The Air Filter may need to be set to the MAX setting or replaced.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Dripping Possible Cause & Solution Water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle. • Normal Operation Pulsating or highpitched sound Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, but it is still more energy efficient than previous models.
LIMITED WARRANTY 47 LIMITED WARRANTY 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.
LIMITED WARRANTY • Damage or failure of the Product to perform during power failures and interrupted or inadequate electrical service. • 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. • Damage or failure of the Product resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the Product owner’s manual.
LIMITED WARRANTY 49 Agreement to Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver. Upon failure to resolve the dispute during the 30 day period after sending written notice to LG, you and LG agree to resolve any claims between us only by binding arbitration on an individual basis, unless you opt out as provided below. Any dispute between you and LG shall not be combined or consolidated with a dispute involving any other person’s or entity’s product or claim.
LIMITED WARRANTY 800-980-2973. You must include in the opt out e-mail or provide by telephone: (a) your name and address; (b) the date on which the product was purchased; (c) the product model name or model number; and (d) the serial number (the serial number can be found (i) on the product; or (ii) online by accessing https:// www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/schedule-repair-continued and clicking on “Find My Model & Serial Number”).
LIMITED WARRANTY 51 Canada TERMS AND CONDITIONS Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics Canada, Inc. ("LGECI") will, at its option, repair, replace or pro rate the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
LIMITED WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Service trips to i) deliver, pick up, or install or; educate on how to operate the Product; ii) correct wiring or plumbing; or iii) correct unauthorized repairs or installations of the Product; • Damage or failure of the Product to perform during power failures and interrupted or inadequate electrical service; • Damage or failure caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supp
LIMITED WARRANTY 53 PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: Definitions. For the purposes of this section, references to “LG” mean LG Electronics Canada, Inc.
LIMITED WARRANTY considering factors including, but not limited to, the purchase amount and claim amount. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if applicable law allows for an award of reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, an arbitrator can award them to the same extent that a court would.
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