ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your appliance and retain it for future reference. Model Name*=color number LTCS20220* LTCS24223* LTNS20220* LTCS20120* GT66BP* GT58BP* GT57BP*K LTWS24223* AFN75754512 P/No. MFL67527912-5 www.lg.com Copyright © 2019 LG Electronics Inc.All Rights Reserved. Copyright © 2019 LG Electronics Inc. Todos los Derechos Reservados. Copyright © 2019 LG Electronics Inc. Tous droits réservés.
TABLE TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions Requirements for Ground Connection Parts and Features Refrigerator Installation Unpacking Installation How to remove and Install the Refrigerator Doors How to reverse and Install the Refrigerator Doors Closing and Aligning the Doors Using your Refrigerator Ensuring Proper Air Circulation Adjusting the Controls Adjusting Control Settings Food Storage Guide Refrigerator Shelves Pantry Drawer Ice Tray Humidity Controlled Crispers Door Bins Dairy Bin Wat
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY MESSAGES This manual contains several important safety notices. Always read and obey all of the following safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is a warning to potential dangers that could cause death, injury or damage to you, others or the product. All safety messages will follow after this warning symbol and the word “DANGER”, “CAUTION” or “WARNING”.
CAUTION This appliance is not intended for use by children, persons with physical or mental disabilities, persons with reduced sensory or mental capacity, or persons that lack experience or know-how, unless they have supervision or instruction in relation to the use of the appliance by the person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to assure that they do not play with the appliance.
PARTS AND FEATURES A K L M B C D N E F O G H P I J Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. Page references are included for your convenience. NOTE: This guide covers several models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION INSTALLATION WARNING 1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight, or humidity. 2. To avoid vibration, the unit should be leveled and placed on even floor. If needed, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for an unleveled floor. The front should be slightly taller than the rear to ensure that the doors close properly.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (For additional support on this topic, including helpful videos, please visit us at: www.lg.com). If entrance is lees than 35 inches wide, the refrigerator’s door will need to be removed. IMPORTANT: Before starting, turn off and unplug the refrigerator. Remove all food and the racks from the doors. TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE 1/4 in 3/8 in 10 mm Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver No.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Fig. 9 Fig. 6 To replace doors, begin with refrigerator door and then follow with freezer door. 4. Replacing Freezer Door Set the freezer door onto the Middle Hinge pin (Figure 10). Place upper hinge in the top of the freezer door and line up the hinge with the holes in top of refrigerator. Use the three bolts to fasten the hinge (See Figure 11). 3. Replacing Refrigerator Door Set door on Bottom Hinge Pin (See Figure 7).
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REVERSE AND INSTALL THE REFRIGERATOR DOORS (on some models) You may find it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left opening type (factory installed) to the right opening type. Directions refer to the right side as the side on your right as you face the unit. TOOLS YOU MIGHT NEED OR USE 1/4 in 3/8 in 10 mm Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver No.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2. Reversing and Reinst alling Refrigerator Door Using a ¼” socket wr ench, loosen and remove Hinge Pin fr om the Middle Hinge Bracket. Remove washer undernea th the middle hinge and set aside. NOTE: At this point the door will be loose. Slightly lift the door and remove it. Using a 3/8’’ socket wrench with a 2-Inch extension and screwdriver, loosen the two bolts and one screw, and remove the Bottom Hinge from right side of the housing.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Flip the Middle Hinge Bracket, (flange will now be on top) position it on left side of the refrigerator and reattach with two bolts and a Phillips screwdriver. Place the refrigerator door down over the pin on the bottom hinge. Place the washer between the refrigerator door and middle hinge and re-attach Hinge Pin to Hinge Bracket with a ¼” socket wrench. NOTE: Bracket has been flipped, but Hinge Pin stays in the same orientation with its hexagonal end facing upward.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION CLOSING AND ALIGNING THE DOORS To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled. If necessary, 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. Corners Your refrigerator has three front leveling screws, one on the right and one on the left.
USING USING USING YOUR YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING THE CONTROLS ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION In order to obtain stable temperature, the air must flow between the freezer and refrigerator sections. As shown in the illustration below, the cold air enters through the bottom part and circulates upward. This air returns below the freezer floor and the rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before adding food to the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is cold to your liking and ice cream is firm. ITEMS The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Packaging Recommendations: Us se s containers. Us s containers Package f o Wr yered Use wat roo stic. Us rec s REFRIGERATOR SHELVES The glass shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier. Doing so will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open which will save energy.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Grasp the drawer handle and pull it forward to the drawer stop. Lift up and pull out. To remove the crisper glass: 1. Remove the crisper drawers (as described above). 2. Reach in under the glass and lift up. 3. Gently push the glass up and out. To replace the Pantry Drawer: Slide the drawer back all the way past the drawer stop. To remove the crisper cover: Ice Tray (On some models) 1. Remove both crisper drawers. 2. Remove the crisper glass. 3.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR WATER DISPENSER (On some models) To dispense cold water, push on the dispenser switch with a glass. Icemaker Dispenser Switch Ice detecting sensor Power Switch WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO OFF (O) • • Some dripping may occur after dispensing. Hold your cup beneath the dispenser for a few seconds after dispensing to catch all of the drops. • NOTE: The ice bin should be emptied when the icemaker ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF position.
WATER FILTER WATER FILTER (On some models) It is recommended that you replace the water filter. • • • • 3. Push the water filter up into the filter receptacle and rotate it clockwise to lock it into place. Once installed correctly, the lock symbol should be facing you and you should not be able to rotate the filter clockwise any more. Approximately every 6 months. When the Filter Exchange indicator turns on. When the water dispenser output decreases. When the ice cubes are smaller than normal.
REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR CARE CARE ANDAND CLEANING CLEANING WARNING NOTE: Back Cover should only be removed by a qualified technician. EXPLOSION HAZARD In order to get an efficient performance of your refrigerator, clean the back cover of it at least twice a year. BACK COVER REPLACING REFRIGERATOR LIGHTS The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights are LED interior lighting, and service should be performed by a qualified technician. Do not use flammable cleaners.
REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR CARE CARE ANDAND CLEANING CLEANING WHEN MOVING If you decide to take your refrigerator with you when moving, consider the following: 7. Keep the doors closed with the cable glued to the refrigerator cabinet with an adhesive tape. 1. Remove all of the food from it, and place the frozen food in an ice chest with dry ice. 2. Unplug your refrigerator. 3. Empty the water from its tray. 4. Clean and dry it with a rag. 5.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE NOTE: It is necessary to have a water source when both water and/or ice dispensers are available in your product. BEFORE START The water source is not guaranteed by the refrigerator manufacturer. Follow instructions carefully in order to reduce damage. behind the refrigerator and the source of water and add to that 8 feet (2,4 m). Make sure there is sufficient pipe material to allow the free movement of the refrigerator from the wall A cold water source.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 3. DRILL A HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1/4” (6,35 mm) diameter hole in the water pipeline. Remove jagged edges produces after perforation. Make sure water does not reach the drill. Not performing the 1/4” (6,35 mm) perforation can lead to a low or smaller ice production. Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Compression Nut Packing Nut Outlet Valve 4. TIGHTEN THE VALVE Ferule (sleeve) Tight the valve into the cold water pipeline with a tube trap. 8.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Causes The power supply cord is unplugged. Solutions Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage (see Electrical & Grounding Requirements). A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem persists, contact an electrician. The refrigerator control is set to the Refer to the Setting the Controls section. Refrigerator is not OFF position. cooling.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Doors will not close completely. Possible Causes The refrigerator is not level. Solutions See the Leveling and Door Alignment section. Food packages are blocking the door open. Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves. The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins or baskets are out of position. Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves and baskets into their correct positions.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem The refrigerator seems to make too much noise. Possible Causes Solutions The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section for more information. New installation. Wait 12 to 24 hours after icemaker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Causes Solutions 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. Locate air vents by using your hand to senseairflow and move all packages that blockvents and restrict airflow. (See air flowdiagram below.) The doors are opened often.
SMART DIAGNOSISTM Smart DiagnosisTM (on some models) Should you experience any problems with your refrigerator, it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the Smart DiagnosisTM team. This gives you the capability of speaking directly to our trained specialists. The specialist records the data transmitted from the machine and uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast, effective diagnosis. If you experience problems with your refrigerator, call to the LG service center.
LIMITED WARRANTY LG ELECTRONICS U.S.A., INC. LG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY - U.S. A. 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 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 PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: 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. BINDING ARBITRATION MEANS THAT YOU AND LG ARE EACH WAIVING THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND TO BRING OR PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION. Definitions. For the purposes of this section, references to “LG” mean LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
LIMITED WARRANTY LG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC. LG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY - Canada 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. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW.
LIMITED WARRANTY •Any noises associated with normal operation of the Product; •Replacement of light bulbs, filters, fuses or any other consumable parts; •Replacement of any part that was not originally included with the Product; •Costs associated with removal and/or reinstallation of the Product for repairs; and •Shelves, door bins, drawers, handle and accessories to the Product, except for internal/functional parts covered under this Limited Warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY by the applicable arbitration rules. If your claim exceeds $25,000, the right to a hearing will be determined by the applicable arbitration rules. Any in-person arbitration hearings will be held at the nearest, most mutually-convenient arbitration location available within the province or territory in which you reside unless you and LG both agree to another location or agree to a telephonic arbitration. Severability and Waiver.
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