Manual

website:http://us.lge.com
1-800-243-0000
24 HOURS A
DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE
para el Servicio LG (Atencion al Cliente) 24 horas al dia, 7 dias a la semana
24 HEURES SUR 24, SERVICE A LA CLIENTELE LG 7 JOURS SUR 7
BOTTOM FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
User's Guide
Please read this
before
guide thoroughly
operating and keep it handy
for reference at all times.
CONGELADOR
INFERIOR
REFRIGERADOR
Guia para el Uso y Cuidado
Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes
utilizar el
frigorifico
y
guardelas
como
referencia
para el futuro.
CONGELATEUR
INFERIEUR
REFRIGERATEUR
Guide d'Utilisation et
d'Entretien
Veuillez lire
en
ce
manuel
en
entier avant de mettre
marche l'unite et conservez-le a
portee
de la
main pour le consulter a tout moment.
Models / Modelos / Modeles
LFC21760 **/LFC25760 **
P/No. 3828JD8991B
2
Version
English
Spanish
Version
36
French Version
3
Warranty (CANADA)
4
Instructions
6
Parts And Features
7
Unpacking
Installation
Your
8
Base Cover
8
Removing And Replacing
Your Refrigerator Handles
Leveling
Using
And Door
Your
Glide'N'Serve
22
Modular Door Bin
22
Bin
23
Box
23
u Freezer section
8
Installation
With Lattice On Inner
21
Egg
8--15
Refrigerator
20
Surface
Dairy
5--6
Grounding Requirements
Refrigerator
Crisper Cover
70
Warranty (U.S.A.)
Safety
Removing Crisper
Ice Bin
23
Tilt-Out Door Basket
24
Durabase
24
Durabase Divider
24
Pull out Drawer
24
And Doors 9--14
Care And
15
General
16--24
Outside
25
Alignment
Refrigerator
Cleaning
Cleaning Tips
25-26
25
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
16
Inside Walls
25
Multi-Flow
16
Door Liner And Gaskets
25
16
Plastic Parts
25
17
Condenser Coils
25
Guide
17
Light
Frozen Food
18
Power
Setting
The Controls
Adjusting Control Settings
Food
Storage
Storing
u
Refrigerator
section
Bulb
Replacement
Interruptions
26
When You Go On Vacation
26
When You Move
26
Refrigerator Shelves
19
Bottle Holder
19
About The Automatic Icemaker
Optibin Crisper
20
Connecting
Crisper Humidity Control
20
Troubleshooting Guide
2
25-26
The Water Line
27
28-30
31-34
Your LG
Refrigerator will be will repaired or replaced, at LG's option, if it proves to be defective in material or
workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") set forth below, effective from the date
("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser
of the product and effective only when used in the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.
WARRANTY PERIOD:
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER
In-Home Service
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
ticket
PARTS: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
SEALED SYSTEM
as
Model
GR051):
or
delivery
proof
evidence of the Date of Purchase for
and submit
of
warranty,
copy of the bill of sale to the
service person at the time warranty service is
and
(Compressor, Condenser,
(Except
Please retain dealer's dated bill of sale
Evaporator)
a
provided.
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the
PARTS: Seven years from the Date of Purchase.
Units and
Parts
Replacement
Repair
remaining portion of the original
period.
are
for the
appropriate option
unit's
to locate your nearest LG
Authorized Service Center.
warranted
24 hours
warranty
Or visit
a
our
day,
365
website at:
days
per
(Phones
year.)
are
answered
http://www.lgservice.com
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER
WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE
EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS
WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS U.S. DISTRIBUTOR SHALL BE LIABLE
FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE,
LIMITATION, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER
BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to
INCLUDING WITHOUT
state.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
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Service trips to your home to deliver,
correction of unauthorized repairs.
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Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the
requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized
modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.
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Repairs
The cost of
when your LG
repair
or
pick
refrigerator
replacement
up, and/or install the
product, instruct,
is used in other than normal,
or
replace
single-family
under these excluded circumstances shall be borne
by
house fuses
household
the
or
correct
wiring,
or
use.
consumer.
CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS
To obtain Customer
Dealer
or
Assistance, Product Information,
or
Call
Authorized Service Center location:
year)
1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per
and select the appropriate option from the menu.
Or visit
TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL:
LG Customer Interactive Center
P. O. Box 240007
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, Alabama 35824
ATTN: CIC
3
our
website at:
http://www.lgservice.com
LIMITED WARRANTY
(CANADA)
LG REFRIGERATOR
LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in
material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period listed below from the date of original
purchase. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period
long as it is in any Canadian Province.
as
WARRANTY PERIOD
MODEL#
:
LFC21760**
LABOR
PARTS
1 Year
:
:
1 Year
LFC25760**
SEALED SYSTEM
:
Labor/ 1 Year, Parts/ 7 Years
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED
:
(Compressor, condenser,
and
evaporator)
Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the appropriate
prompt. Please have product type (refrigerator) and ZIP Code ready.
See
our
website
This warranty
at http://www.lg.ca
provides in-home service.
No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY
OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR
INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO
THIS PRODUCT.
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on
long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province.
Some
how
you
THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
1.
or
2.
to your home to deliver and
correction of unauthorized repairs.
Service
trips
Damage
to the
pickup, install, instruct,
or
replace house
fuses
or
correct
wiring, plumbing,
product caused by accident, vermin, fire, flood, alteration, misues, abuse, improper installation,
or
acts
of God.
3.
Commercial
use or use
Therefore, these costs
are
for other than the intended purpose.
the
responsibility of the consumer.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:
To Prove
Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase.
A copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time
warranty service is provided.
Warranty Coverage:
To Obtain
Product, Customer,
Service Assistance
or
by phone:
or
by Internet:
To Obtain Nearest Authorized
Service Center, Parts Distributor,
or Sales Dealer
by phone:
or
by Internet:
Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the
appropriate prompt.
http://www.lg.ca
Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the
appropriate prompt. Please have your product type
(refrigerator) and ZIP Code ready.
http://www.lg.ca
4
SAFETY MESSAGES
This
guide
contains many
important safety
This is the
safety
of hazards that
alert
can
kill
messages.
symbol.
It alerts you to
hurt you
or
Always
or
others,
read and
obey
all
safety
or
All
safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the
signal word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These words mean:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
messages.
messages that inform you
cause damage to the product.
safety
hazard
You will be killed
or
seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions.
You
or
seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions.
can
Indicates
be killed
an
imminently
may result in minor
or
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
moderate
injury,
or
product damage only.
All
safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of
the instructions are not followed.
injury,
and tell you what
can
happen
if
WARNING
To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock,
injury
to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following
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Read all instructions before
using this appliance.
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from
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the outlet.
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Repair
or
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must be
properly
installed in accordance
refrigerator.
refrigerator is in operation,
After your
surfaces in the freezer
or
were
taped
do not touch the cold
compartment when hands
wet. Skin may adhere to the
extremely
are
damp
cold surfaces.
In
refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact
moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the
heating element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place
fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.
with the
all electric service cords that
have become
?
refrigerator
to the front of the
replace immediately
frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a
cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length
or at either the plug or connector end.
When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the
refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could
damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful
closing doors when children are in the area.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any
repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the
refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse
box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A
burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.)
NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position
does not remove power to the light circuit.
or
This
with the Attention Installer Instructions that
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DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed
completely.
The United States
Department
of
Agriculture
in
Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if
they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold---below
40°F
(4°C).
ground meats, poultry
...Thawed
odor
or
or fish that have any offoff-color should not be refrozen and should not be
eaten. Thawed ice
cream should be discarded. If the odor
color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it.
The food may be dangerous to eat.
or
Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating
quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared
foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than
that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as
possible to save as much of their quality as you
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Do not
cord
It will
modify
length.
cause
or
extend the power
electric shock
or
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
5
fire.
soon as
can.
DANGER:
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Child
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY
the
YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR
entrapment and suffocation are not problems of
past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous...even if they will sit for just a few days. If
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow
the instructions at right to help prevent accidents.
OR FREEZER
?
?
Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in
children may not
place so that
easily climb inside.
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old
that used
CFCs
refrigerator may have a cooling system
(chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed
stratospheric ozone.
to harm
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure
the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a
qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment
under provisions of environmental legislation.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: Please read
separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
carefully.
Use
or
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
a
pull
Where
standard
a
switch
extension cord.
two-prong wall outlet is encountered,
Do not, under any
SAFETY, this appliance
third
must be
Have the wall outlet and the
properly grounded.
by a qualified electrician
the outlet is properly grounded.
a
use an
personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.
Electrical Shock Hazard
circuit checked
which cannot be turned off with
chain. Do not
it is your
WARNING
FOR PERSONAL
receptacle
to make
circumstances,
cut
or remove
the
prong from the power cord.
(ground)
NOTE: Before
performing any type of installation,
cleaning,
removing a light bulb, turn the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control,
depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the
refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are
finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or
Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired
setting.
sure
or
3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle
3-prong
grounding
plug
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Ensure proper
exists
Because of
potential safety hazards under certain
conditions,
strongly recommend against the use
ground
before
we
use.
extension cord. However, if you still elect to use
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a
UL-listed (USA), 3-wire grounding type appliance
an
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
extension cord
The
refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for
115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes.
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire
hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that
having
and that the electrical
(minimum)
Use of
an
grounding type plug and outlet,
rating of the cord be 15 amperes
a
and 120 volts.
extension cord will increase the clearance
needed for the back of the
a
6
an
refrigerator.
of
PARTS AND FEATURES
A
M
N
L
B
B
H
C
I
D
J
E
F
K
G
Use this page to become
more
familiar with the
parts and features. Page references
are
included for your convenience.
NOTE: This
or
A
guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some
all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
Digital
Sensor Control
B Modular Door Bins
C Shelves
D
(p. 22)
(p. 19)
G Ice Bin
I
Durabase
Divider
(p. 24)
(p. 24)
(p. 24)
K Tilt-Out Door Basket
fresh and
crisper)
(p. 22)
F Customcube Icemaker
Pull out Drawer
J
Optibin Crisper (p. 20)
(Keeps fruits and vegetable
E Glide'N'Serve
H
(p. 27)
(p. 23)
7
L
Bottle Holder
M
Dairy
N
Egg
Bin
Box
(p. 19)
(p. 23)
(p. 23)
(Tilting-LFC
25760**
only) (p. 24)
INSTALLATION
1. To avoid
Excessive
Use two
or more
people
Hazard
Weight
to
adjust
move
of the floor. The front should be
slightly higher than the
closing. Leveling legs can be turned
easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling
legs clockwise (
) to raise the unit, counterclockwise
(
)tolowerit.
and install
rear
refrigerator.
Failure to do
so can
result in back
other
or
vibration, the unit must be leveled. If required,
leveling legs to compensate for unevenness
the
injury.
to aid in door
2. Install this
appliance in an area where the temperature
(13°C) and 110°F (43°C.) If the
around
the appliance is too low or high,
temperature
cooling ability may be adversely affected.
is between 55°F
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Remove
tape and any temporary labels from your
refrigerator
before
using.
Do not
remove
any
warning-
type labels, the model and serial number label,
TechSheet that is attached to back wall of the
To
or
3. Allow the clearance of at least 2 inch from the
the
inch from the side walls for better
refrigerator.
rub the
installation, proper air circulation and electrical connections.
any remaining tape
glue,
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be
easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish
soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm
water and dry.
remove
Do not
or
area
w CAUTION: Avoid
direct
Please reinstall shelves
installed in the
according
near
heat sources,
wipe
off all dust
2. Install accessories such
as ice cube bin, drawers,
shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed
together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
section.
are
the unit
placing
moisture.
1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and
accumulated during shipping.
sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For
more information, see the Important Safety Instructions
shelves
sunlight
or
NEXT
use
Refrigerator
ceiling and 1
cooling efficiency, ease of
3. Let your refrigerator run for at least 2 or 3 hours before
putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the
shipping position.
freezer
to your individual
compartment
refrigerator
storage needs.
is
now
to
ensure
for
ready
proper
cooling.
Your
use.
w WARNING
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When
Moving Your Refrigerator:
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Be careful when you work with hinge, base
stopper etc. You may be injured.
Do not
base
Your
refrigerator is heavy. When moving the
refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect
the floor. 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.
or
put hands
grille,
receive
or
an
or
foot
bottom of
grille,
metal sticks into air vents,
refrigerator. You may be injured
or
electrical shock.
BASE COVER
To
remove
the base
cover
the Freezer Drawer. (Drawer not shown for clarity.)
2. Once drawer is open there is sufficient clearance to
1.
Open
remove screws on
To
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Explosion
Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do
so can
result in death,
such
as
explosion,
or
fire.
8
replace
Place
base
cover
top of
cover.
cover:
into
position
and insert and
tighten
screws.
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
To
move
refrigerator through
a
house door, it
maybe
necessary to
remove
refrigerator
and freezer door handles.
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1.
Removing Refrigerator
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Grasp
the handle
Handle
require
?
The
some
keyhole
with both hands
tightly
and slide the handle up
(1)(this
slots
(2)
on
the back of the
handle allow the handle to
the
mounting
may
force).
screws
separate from
(3).
w CAUTION: The handle could be
damaged if you hit it with a hammer
while removing or attaching.
w CAUTION: When you assemble
disassemble handle, you must
pull with reasonable force.
2.
Removing
?
?
on
against
door first.
the handle
tightly with both hands
right (1)(this may
force).
require
The
some
keyhole
slots
(2)
on
the
door
handle
mounting
screws
Screws
mounted
on
door
the back of the
handle allow the handle to
on
back of
or
and slide the handle to
?
slots
Freezer Drawer Handle
Press the handle
Grasp
or
push
Keyhole
Screws
mounted
separate from
(3).
Keyhole
slots
on
back of
handle
9
HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1.
Replacing Refrigerator
?
slots
Align keyhole
(1)
Door Handle
the
on
top and
bottom of the back of the handle with
the
screws
(2)
mounted
on
the front of
the door.
?
Press the handle
front, making
go into the
?
Holding
the door
against
sure
that the
keyhole
slots
screws
(2)
(1).
the handle with both hands,
press it firmly against the front of the
door and slide the handle down (3).
Screws
mounted
on
door
Screws
mounted
on
2.
Replacing
?
door
Freezer Drawer Handle
Align keyhole
slots
(4)
the
on
right
and
left sides of the back of the handle
with the
screws
mounted
(5)
on
the
front of the drawer.
?
Press the handle
front, making
go into the
?
Holding
against
sure
the drawer
that the
keyhole
slots
screws
(5)
(4).
the handle with both hands,
press it firmly against the front of the
drawer and slide the handle to the left
(6).
Keyhole
slots
on
back of
handle
10
HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
1.
Removing Refrigerator
Door
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary.
IMPORTANT: Before you
begin,
turn the
refrigerator
OFF and
unplug
it. Remove food and any bins from doors.
u Left Door
?
Loosen the
?
Disconnect door switch wire
?
Remove the
?
?
?
u
?
?
cover screw
(1).
(2) and wire harness (3).
ground screw (4).
Rotate the lever hinge (5) counter clockwise and lift off the top hinge (6).
Raising it up enough to clear the middle hinge pins.
Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.
Right
Door
Remove the
Removing
right
the
door follwed
top hing (6),
by
the
same
rotate the lever
way described above.
hinge (5) clockwise at this time.
w CAUTION: When removing top hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.
1
2
1
2
5
5
4
6
3
4
3
11
6
2.
Replacing Refrigerator
u
Right
Door
Door
?
Lower the door onto the middle
?
Make
?
Replace the
hinge (5) counter clockwise to secure it.
Make sure the gasket on the door is flush
against the cabinet and is not folded.
Support the door on the handle side while
securing. And make sure the door is straight
?
?
hinge pin (7).
aligned with the cabinet.
top hinge (6) by rotating the lever
the door is
sure
and the gap between the doors is
the front.
?
Install the
ground
(3).
screw
(4)
7
even across
8
and connect the
wire harness
?
Connect the door switch wire
?
Tighten
the
cover screw
(2).
(1).
u Left Door
?
?
Replace
the left door followed
way described above.
When replacing the top
lever
hinge (5)
by
hinge (6),
the
same
rotate the
clockwise at this time.
w CAUTION: Be careful of missing the washer
[part(8)].
Because it
can
be
easily
taken off.
7
8
12
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
?
PULLOUT DRAWER
IMPORTANT: To avoid
possible injury or product or
people to perform
property damage, you will need two
following instructions.
1.
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With both hands, hold both sides of the door and
up to separate it from the rails.
pull
it
the
Pullout Drawer
Removing
Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the
(1) by lifting basket from rail system.
lower basket
(If
you tilt the door, it will be
easier.)
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Press both
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Separate
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Remove the
hangers
with your thumbs to lift it up.
the left and
right
screws(2)
rail
With both hands, hold the center bar and
both rails fitted simultaneously.
push
it in to let
cover
of the rail
on
both sides.
w CAUTION: When you
the handle. If it may
remove
come
the drawer, do not hold
off and it could
cause
personal injury.
w CAUTION: When laying the drawer down, be careful
not to
edges
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damage the floor
on hinge side.
or
hurt your feet
by
the
sharp
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
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Make
sure
you have
a
right
rail
cover
for each side.
PULLOUT DRAWER
Right
IMPORTANT: To avoid
property damage, you
following
possible injury or product or
will need two people to perform
Rail Cover
the
instructions.
Left
2.
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Installing
Rail Cover
Pullout Drawer
With both hands, hold the center bar and push it out to
let both rails out to full extension simultaneously.
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Align
the
the door
top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of
supports to assemble the rail covers.
Assembly
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Hook door
supports (1) into rail tabs (2).
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Hole
Lower door into final
position
and
tighten
the
screws
With the drawer
pulled
lower basket
in the rail
(4)
out to full
extension, insert the
assembly.
(3).
w WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet
entrapment
play
or
suffocation risk. DO NOT allow them to
inside of drawer.
w WARNING: DO NOT step
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or
sit down
on
freezer door.
LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT
Door
Leveling
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the
instructions below to align the doors:
Your
refrigerator
and
has two front
leveling legs---one
on
the
1. With
the left. If your refrigerator seems
right
or
want
the doors to close easier, adjust the
unsteady
you
tilt
refrigerator's
using the instructions below:
1.
one on
(Three
Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling legs.
This makes it easier to adjust the legs.
Open both doors again and check to make sure that
they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more
to the rear by turning both leveling legs clockwise. It
may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling legs the same amount.
Replace
if necessary.
the base
NOTE: Your
new
cover.
refrigerator
is
uniquely designed with
can be opened or
two fresh food doors. Either door
closed
independently of one another. You may have
slight pressure on doors to get them to close
completely.
hinge.
hand,
use
3. Insert additional snap
NOTE:
5.
want to raise at
pliers
to insert snap
ring
as
shown.
leveling leg clockwise to raise that side of the
refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it. It may take
several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the
refrigerator.
Re-adjust
hand, lift up the door you
2. With other
Plug the refrigerator's power cord into a 3-prong
grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final
position.
4.
one
middle
2. Turn the
3.
Alignment
to
exert
15
snap
rings
are
rings until the doors
provided with unit.)
are
aligned.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION
SETTING THE CONTROLS
In order to
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proper temperatures, air must flow
refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown
ensure
between the
in the illustration below, air enters at
the
top of the freezer and
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top vent, then circulates and
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powerful and effective cooling
operation. This is especially noticeable when new
is placed in the refrigerator compartment.
If water
regulate
Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37°F
(3°C) and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0°F (--18°C).
Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to
stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature
as
MULTI-FLOW
Multi-Flow
has two controls that let you
temperature in the freezer and refrigerator
compartments.
exists at the bottom, where it returns to the freezer.
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refrigerator
the
circulates down. From the bottom of the freezer, air is
forced up to the top of the refrigerator. Air enters
refrigerator through
Your
means
desired.
Refrigerator
control: 33°F to 46°F
The lower the number
food
setting,
(0°C
to
8°C)
refrigerator
the colder the
compartment will become.
foreign substances enter the cool air vent
cleaning, efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if
gasket is damaged, efficiency may be lowered because
of escaping cool air.
or
while
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Freezer control: --6°F to 8°F
When the
is at
(--21°C
to
--13°C)
lower number, the freezer
setting
becomes
colder.
But the refrigerator
compartment
a
compartment becomes
flows into the
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warmer
because less cold air
refrigerator.
ICE PLUS:
Press the ICE PLUS
key
and the LED will turn
function will remain activated for 24 hours and
the
cooling speed
on.
This
intensify
of freezer and increase the amount of
ice.
NOTE: If you want to change °F to °C, press and hold
key of freezer and COLDER key of refrigerator
COLDER
over
5 seconds at the
change
Do not block any of cool air vents with food packages.
If the vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and
temperature and moisture problems may
occur.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both
sections, any odors formed in
one
section will transfer to
the other. You must
thoroughly
eliminate odors. To
prevent odor transfer and drying
food, wrap
foods
or cover
Guide section for
clean both sections to
tightly. (See
the Food
out of
Storage
details.)
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same time. and if you want to
°C to °F, hold them for 5 seconds again.
ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
Give the
Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and
moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This
prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the
refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to
refrigerator time to cool down completely before
adjustments. It is best to wait 24 hours
before doing this. 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 as cold as you like and when ice cream
making
final
ensure
is firm.
freshness.
Items
The
control functions
Butter
entire
compartment
How to
the thermostat for the
refrigerator
appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections). The
higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will
run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control
adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the
refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower
temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer
as
or
margarine
Cheese
settings
wrap
Milk
Always
adjustments.
Eggs
RECOMMENDED
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
Fruit
supply,
packaging and
or
to
ready
it. Once
use
rewrap tightly in
aluminum foil.
plastic
u Store in original carton
interior shelf, not
Box
Egg
or
on
door shelf.
u Wash, let dry, and store in
refrigerator
crisper.
in
plastic bags
or
in
Set REFRIGERATOR
the
warm
control to next lower
berries until you are ready to use
them. Sort and keep berries in
Door
opened often
Large amount of food
Room
added
temperature very
number, wait 24
hours, then re-check
FREEZER section too
Set FREEZER control
warm/ice not made fast
to next lower
enough
opened often
Large amount of food added
Very cold room temperature
(can't cycle often enough)
Heavy ice usage
Air vents blocked by items
Door
Leafy vegetables
Controls not set
your conditions
correctly
for
tear off bruised and discolored
areas.
Wash in cold water and
drain. Place in
plastic
crisper.
Move items out of
plastic bag
or
container and store in
Vegetables with
skins (carrots,
peppers)
u Place in plastic bags
number, wait 24
hours, then re-check
Fish
u Use fresh fish and shellfish the
Set FREEZER control
Leftovers
Set REFRIGERATOR
FREEZER section too cold
u Remove store wrapping and trim
or
control to next
for
hull
shelf.
check
cold
correctly
or
original container in a
crisper, or store in a sloosely
closed paper bag on a refrigerator
number,
wait 24 hours, then re-
REFRIGERATOR section too
Controls not set
Do not wash
their
warm
your conditions
--
extra
REFRIGERATOR section too
airstream
--
compartment.
an
u Wipe milk cartons. For best
on
ADJUSTMENT:
covered
storage, place milk on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.
guide.
REASON:
are
opened,
remember to wait at least 24 hours between
CONDITION/
storing
a
u Store in the original wrapping until
you
adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or
freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator. Then wait 24
hours before checking the freezer temperature. If it is too
warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control.
as a
closed
or
wrap in freezer
freeze.
to make it colder.
listed in the chart below
dish
When
If you need to
Use the
u Keep opened butter in
to next
higher
same
higher number,
wait 24 hours, then
check
day purchased.
u Cover leftovers with plastic wrap
or
re-
aluminum foil. Plastic
containers with
be used.
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plastic
crisper.
or
container and store in
tight
lids
can
also
STORING FROZEN FOOD
Freezing
NOTE: For further information about
freezing
or
food
preparing
storage times, check
a
freezer
Your freezer will not
food for
guide
food. Do not
or a
Successful
freezing depends on correct packaging. When
and seal the package, it must not allow air or
or
out. If it
does, you could have food odor
throughout
the
refrigerator
and also
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containers with
tight-fitting
lids
Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
Heavy-duty
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Plastic-coated paper
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Non-permeable plastic
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Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags
wraps
use:
Bread wrappers
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Non-polyethylene plastic
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Containers without
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Wax paper
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Thin, semi-permeable wrap
tight
containers
lids
wax-coated freezer wrap
keep beverage
containers in the freezer
at
can
close
tightly.
times will vary according to the quality and type
type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and
moisture-proof)
and the
inside
package
a
sealed
storage temperature. Ice crystals
are
normal. This
cans or
simply means
package have
room temperature for
minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods
before
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room
the door
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at
container instructions for proper
w CAUTION: Do not
so
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aluminum foil
Follow package or
freezing methods.
enough
the front
condensed, creating ice crystals.
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or
than 2 to 3 lbs of food
that moisture in the food and air inside the
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Do not
more
of food, the
recommendations:
Rigid plastic
to leave
Storage
dry
out frozen food.
Packaging
(no
per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave enough space in
the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful
Packaging
and taste transfer
any large quantity of
unfrozen food into the freezer than
quick-freeze
more
will freeze within 24 hours
reliable cookbook.
you close
moisture in
put
plastic
food
compartment. They may be
break if it freezes.
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freezing
saves
energy.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
w CAUTION: Make
sure
that shelves
side to the other. Failure to do
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet
your individual storage needs. Your model may have
glass or wire shelves.
shelf
water when
glass
shelves with
as
warm
cold. Shelves may break if
to sudden temperature changes or impact, such
they
You
are
spilling
or
are
level from
one
may result in the
food.
Out Shelves
Sliding
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
falling
so
can
slide
glass
shelves in and out of your
refrigerator
follows.
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To slide the shelf out,
toward you.
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To slide shelf
carefully pull
front of shelf
in, push shelf in until it stops.
exposed
as
bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made
with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebblesized pieces.
NOTE: Glass shelves
removing
Adjusting
heavy. Use special
dropping them.
are
them to avoid
shelves in the
To
when
Shelves
Remove shelves from the
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care
position
shipping position
and
replace
you want.
BOTTLE HOLDER
shelf---Tilt up the front of the shelf in the
direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the
remove a
Bottles
can
shelf out.
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replace a shelf---Tilt the front of the shelf up and
guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height.
Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop
can
be stored
laterally
with this bottle holder. It
be attached to any shelf.
To
Bottle holder
into the slots.
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can
be removed
installed
by placing
pushing
it inward.
by pulling
it
straight
out and
it at the end of the shelf you want and
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
OPTIBIN CRISPERS
u Crispers with rails
To
remove
the
crisper
1. Pull the drawer out to full extension.
2
2. Lift the front of the
crisper
up and
pull
it
straight
out.
1
The Optibin Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the
crisper. The Optibin Crispers include: 1) a humidity control
knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2) a large lattice on
the inner surface of the
cover
to hold
release moisture.
or
To
CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL
You
replace
the
crisper
1. Push rails to the back of the
compartment.
2. Insert the back
crisper
control the amount of humidity in the moisturecrispers. Store vegetables or fruits requiring more
or less humidity in separate crispers. Adjust the control to
and
any setting between
can
sealed
.
lets moist air out of the
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crisper
for best
storage of
fruits.
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keeps moist air in the crisper
fresh, leafy vegetables.
w CAUTION: The glass shelf
secured. Be careful when
over
for best
the
storage of
crisper
is not
corner
of the
into the frame.
firmly
tilting.
REMOVING CRISPER
u Crispers without rails
1. To remove,
pull
the drawer out to full extension.
2. Lift the front of the
3. To
crisper
up, then
pull
it
straight
out.
3.
install, slightly tilt up the front and insert the drawer
into the frame and
push
it back into
Slightly
tilt up the front and
snaps into
place.
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place.
push
the drawer back until it
To
crisper door flap
flap as high as it will open.
Press the plastic hinge toward the center of
flap with your finger.
Lift the door out of its place.
To replace, reverse the above procedure.
remove
the
CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER
1. Raise the door
2.
3.
4.
To
1.
2.
the door
To
remove
the lattice
a
finger
into
a
on
inner surface
1. Remove the
illustrated
2. Hold the
the
crisper cover (as
glass cover and turn
3. For each
the
glass
Lift up the glass after inserting
under the crisper cover.
Pull the glass up and out.
remove
SURFACE
cover
hole
lattice, hold the lattice
outward to
remove
above).
crisper cover over.
and pull the side of the
it.
1
2
To
replace
lattice
1. For each
(closed
on
inner surface
lattice, insert the lattice into middle tab in 1
to
glass cover)
insert it.
2
3
1
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and
pull
the side of the
cover
to
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
GLIDE'N'SERVE
The Glide'N'Serve
provides storage space with a variable
temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than
refrigerator.
The drawer also features
opens whenever the drawer is
This drawer
or
can
be used for
pulled
a
self-opening
lid that
open.
large party trays,
deli items,
beverages.
Cold
Temp
Control
Colder
NOTE: DO NOT store lettuce
other
or
leafy produce
in
this drawer.
Cold
Controls
The control
regulates
the air
temperature
Set control level to Cold
in the drawer.
to
(print
surface)
provide
refrigerator temperature. Use the Colder (print
surface) setting for meats or other deli items.
on
normal
NOTE: Cold air directed to the Glide'N'Serve
decrease
on
remove
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cauliflower
?
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cucumbers
?
hard cheeses
?
zucchinis
?
cold cuts
?
apples
?
bacon
?
corn
?
hot
?
oranges
?
grapes
the coldest
refrigerator temperature. Refrigerator
adjusted.
on
its closed
they
position
and
pull straight
dogs
setting.
w CAUTION: DO NOT store bottles. If they
Glide'N'Serve
Tilt up the front
steaks
w WARNING: Fruits and vegetables may be damaged at
can
control may need to be
To
Colder
can
be broken and
cause
are
frozen,
personal injury.
out.
MODULAR DOOR BIN
The door bins
are
removable for easy
cleaning
and
adjusting.
1. To
2.
To
replace
w WARNING: Somebody
Glide'N'Serve
1. Push metal rails to the back of the
firmly
refrigerator.
can
be hurt if door bins
are
not
assembled.
w NOTE: DO NOT adjust
2. Place drawer onto rails and slide drawer back until it
falls into
remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull
straight out.
To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support
button and push down until it stops.
a
bin that is loaded with food.
w CAUTION: DO NOT allow children to play with
place.
baskets.
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Sharp
corners on
baskets could
cause
injury.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
DAIRY BIN
1. To
remove
FREEZER SECTION
the
dairy bin, simply
lift it and
pull straight
ICE BIN
out.
2. To
replace
the
location and
dairy bin, slide it in above
push down until it stops.
1. To
the desired
separate the ice bin, pull
out the drawer
as
much
2.
Gently
3. To
lift and
install, pull
pull
out the ice bin.
out the drawer
the ice bin in its correct
as
position,
much
then
as possible and set
push in the drawer.
DRAWER
EGG BOX
ICE BIN
Store
Egg
Box
on
interior shelf, not
w CAUTION: Do not
bin in the freezer
on
as
possible.
door shelf.
the egg box as an ice storage
compartment. The egg box can easily
use
break if it freezes.
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TILT-OUT DOOR BASKET
You
can remove
in the freezer
25760**
easily by tilting
DURABASE DIVIDER
only)
The Durabase divider allows you to
Durabase area into sections.
out the wire basket
compartment.
1. To remove,
clicking
foods
(LFC
pull
the bracket
sound and
2. To
replace,
push down
remove
upward until you hear
the wire rack.
organize
the
a
hook the end of the rack in the bracket, and
until it locks into
place.
1. To remove,
2. To
pull
divider
install, hook top
staight
corners
up.
of divider
over
top edge of
durabase.
w WARNING: When the guide of the freezer drawer is
removed, children may crawl inside.
PULL OUT DRAWER
To
DURABASE
separate the drawer, push the front left and right hooks
in
direction to
Then
gently
pull
up and
remove.
lift the gear part of rear left and
direction.
pull it out in
right
side of
the drawer and
1. To
the Durabase, push it back to the end as
possible. Tilt up the front of the Durabase and
remove
much
as
pull straight
2. To
out.
install, insert the Durabase in rail assembly.
To install, reposition the gear part of rear left and right
side of the drawer after pulling out both rails as much as
possible, and gently push down both left and right
checking the hook on the front part.
while
Hook
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side
CARE AND CLEANING
CONDENSER COILS
WARNING
Remove base
Use
cover.
(See
the base
cleaner with
a vacuum
an
cover
section
on
14.)
page
extended attachment to
clean condenser coils.
Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be
cleaned as often as every other month.
base
Replace
cover.
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Explosion
Hazard
WARNING
Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do
result in death,
so can
explosion,
or
fire.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before
Both the
refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
automatically. However, clean both sections about once
a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
the
or
Unplug refrigerator
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Remove all removable
parts, such
etc. Refer to sections in
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Use
a
warm
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Plug
as
Using
sure
Your
and
To
clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in
water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
in
refrigerator
or
dry
all surfaces
1.
thoroughly.
cloth won't
(allow
stick)
freezer to
warm
up
bleaches,
so
waxes, concentrated
cleaners
detergents,
containing petroleum on plastic
refrigerator parts.
PLASTIC PARTS
Do not
use
Using
a
(covers
and
panels)
window sprays, abrasive cleansers, or flammable
can scratch or damage the material.
as
remove
shown. Rotate downward to
reverse
in, engaging the
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS
cleaning
at the circuit
top shelf or shelves.
flat instrument, gently pry the lamp cover loose in
5. Assemble in
help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the
refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water.
Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g
soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is
completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces
of the refrigerator.
w CAUTION: While cleaning the inside, do not spray water.
or
wattage.
change Refrigerator Light Bulbs
Unplug Refrigerator, or disconnect power
remove rear
sure the bulbs are cool to the touch.
Turn bulbs counterclockwise to remove. Insert
To
use
position
circuit.
tabs.
4. Make
soft cloth.
INSIDE WALLS
light
appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be
replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape
the front
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust
protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal
surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or
auto paste wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.
For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly
Do not
to
2. If necessary,
reconnect power.
3.
a
power to the
breaker.
OUTSIDE
with
the control to the OFF
remove
NOTE: Not all
shelves,
for removal instructions.
Hand wash, rinse and
Moving
does not
disconnect power.
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crispers,
Refrigerator
fuse box.
NOTE:
GENERAL CLEANING TIPS
or
replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug
refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker
fluids. These
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rear
order
the
by snapping
by the
tabs followed
bulb(s).
Lamp Cover
new
front tabs.
To
1.
2.
change
freezer
power cord form outlet.
Unplug refrigerator
Using
a
WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION
light
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you
away, follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator
are
flat instrument, gently pry the lamp cover loose
as shown. Rotate downward to remove the
before you leave.
in the front
rear
tabs.
3. Make
1. Use up any
the bulb is cool to the touch. Turn the bulb
sure
counterclockwise to
4.
Replace
with
5. Insert tabs
Push
a new
on
cover
2.
and freeze other items.
perishables
the ice bucket.
Empty
remove.
60-watt
back of
cover
appliance
If you choose to turn the
leave, follow these steps.
bulb.
into slots in freezer
up to snap front into
ceiling.
refrigerator
1. Remove all food from the
place.
2.
off before you
refrigerator.
Depending on your model, set the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the Setting the
Controls section.
3. Clean
4.
Tape
refrigerator, wipe
rubber
or
it and
well.
dry
wood blocks to the
tops of both doors
to
prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops
odor and mold from building up.
WHEN YOU MOVE
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home,
follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all food from the
frozen food in
2.
dry
refrigerator
and
pack
all
ice.
Depending on your model, turn the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the Setting the
Controls section.
the
3.
Unplug
4.
Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.
refrigerator.
5. Take out all removable
them
together
move.
so
they
parts, wrap them well and tape
don't shift and rattle during the
Refer to sections in
Using
your
Refrigerator
for
removable instructions.
w CAUTION: DO NOT place fingers inside of
Lamp
1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep
all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay
than 24 hours:
Remove all frozen food and store it in
a
Tape the doors shut
refrigerator cabinet.
preparation
cold and frozen.
a)
7.
and
tape the power cord
to the
When you get to your new home, put everything back
and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for
POWER INTERRUPTIONS
more
Depending on the model, raise the front of the
refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the
leveling legs all the way so they don't scrape the floor.
See the Door Closing section.
cover.
may be hot.
2. If the power will be out for
6.
frozen
food locker.
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instructions.
NOTE: If the cube size is smaller
expected,
you
can
regulate
or larger than you
the size with the cube size
button.
Personal
Injury
Hazard
Avoid contact with the
Every
of the
moving parts
ejector
heating element that releases
the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or hands on the
automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in.
mechanism,
with the
or
time you press the cube size button, the indicator
up one light. The higher the light position, the
moves
larger
the cubes will be.
Pressing
returns the indicator to the lowest
highest position
position.
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER
POWER SWITCH TO O
?
When the water
?
When the ice
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
A
at the
minute
newly-installed refrigerator may take
begin making ice.
12 to 24 hours to
?
or
When the
supply
(OFF)
will be shut off for several hours.
storage bin is removed for
more
than
a
two.
refrigerator
will not be used for several
days.
NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
Icemaker
?
The icemaker water valve will buzz
as
the icemaker fills
with water. If the power switch is in the I (on) position, it
will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water.
To
stop the buzzing,
move
the power switch to O
(off).
NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position
before the water line is connected can damage the
icemaker.
Automatic
Shut off Arm
Cube Size
Indicator Light
?
and water
Power Switch
Cube Size
Select Button
The icemaker will
supply,
refrigerator
newly-installed refrigerator
begin making ice cubes.
ruptured
(off).
freezing.
may take 12 to 24 hours to
Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water
line to clear.
Be
sure
nothing
interferes with the sweep of the feeler
arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the
icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be stuck
If ice is not used
cloudy,
taste
frequently,
into the bin
the icemaker refills.
(off)
and shut off the
temperature will drop below freezing, have
qualified
supply system to
serious
due
to flooding from
prevent
property damage
(on).
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to
A
dropping
as
If the ambient
a
has been connected to the water
set the power switch to I
pipes
water
is used before the water connection is
made to the icemaker, set the power switch to O
When the
in the
Set the icemaker power switch to O
supply to the refrigerator.
produce eight
approximately
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other
operating conditions.
refrigerator
running
PREPARING FOR VACATION
cubes per cycle--100--130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
If the
You will hear the sound of cubes
together.
old ice cubes will become
stale, and shrink.
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servicer drain the water
water lines
or
connections.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
?
This water line installation is not warranted
refrigerator
instructions
carefully
damage.
water
by
to minimize the risk of
the
expensive
refrigerator
(water banging in the pipes) in house
can
cause
plumbing
damage to refrigerator parts and lead
to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to
correct water hammer before installing the water supply
line to the refrigerator.
prevent burns and product damage, do
?
water valve.
If your existing copper water
line has a flared fitting at the
end, you will need
not hook up
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water
line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O
a
?
(off) position.
fitting
compression fitting.
with
OR you can
tube cutter and then use
refrigerator
a
Shutoff valve to connect to
the cold water line The
.
Do not install the icemaker
fall below
tubing
freezing.
in
areas
shutoff valve should have
where
water inlet with
using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is doubleinsulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard
of electric shock, or is battery-powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
the
plumbing
plumbing
1/4
ends of the
Saddle-type
shutoff valves
are
codes.
Install the shutoff valve
drinking
outer
diameter to connect the
to the water
at
of connection to the
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Copper Tubing,
′′
included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing,
make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local
protection.
′′
point
a
minimum
COLD WATER LINE.
requirements.
NOTE: Wear eye
a
inside diameter of 5/32
When
?
to
connect the water line to the
cut off the flared
code
an
adapter (available at
plumbing supply stores)
the water line to the hot water line.
temperatures
to
the shutoff valve and the
Water hammer
To
outer diameter
compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves) to
connect the copper tubing
icemaker manufacturer. Follow these
or
′′
Two 1/4
refrigerator
supply. Be sure both
tubing are cut square.
1.
on
the nearest
frequently
used
water line.
SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn
on
the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure
on
the line.
To determine how much
tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
2.
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet
[2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10 [25 cm] diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after
Choose
that is
′′
?
easily
accessible. It is best
pipe.
a
When it is
A cold water
necessary to connect into a
horizontal water pipe, make the
between 20 and 120
connection to the
filter and
rather than at the bottom, to avoid
drawing off any sediment from the water
supply. The water pressure must be
p.s.i. on models without a water
between 40 and 120 p.s.i. on models with a
Power drill
1/2
′′
or
3.
adjustable
Straight-
top
or
side,
pipe.
.
and
a
1/4′′ hole in the water
pipe (even if using a selfpiercing valve) using a
sharp bit. Remove any burrs
resulting from drilling the
hole in the pipe. Take care
Phillips-
blade screwdriver
DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill
wrench.
?
location for the valve
vertical water
water filter.
?
a
to connect into the side of
installation.
?
CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
.
not to allow water to drain
a 1/4′′ hole may result in
smaller cubes.
into the drill. Failure to drill
reduced ice
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production
or
7.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
(CONTINUED)
4.
Place the
compression
nut and ferrule
(sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is
FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water
the
CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
pipe
fully inserted
nut securely.
with
pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
into the valve.
Tighten
Saddle-Type
the
compression
Compression
Shutoff Valve
Nut
Packing
Saddle-Type
Nut
Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
Shutoff Valve
Outlet
Valve
Ferrule
(sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
and
illegal
are
permitted in
licensed plumber.
use
Consult with your
5.
is not
are
Massachusetts.
illegal
and
use
is not
permitted in
plumber.
Consult with your licensed
8.
TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water
Tighten the clamp
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not
the
screws
until the
overtighten
and flush out the
you may crush
valve after about
Inlet End
the
ROUTE THE TUBING
tubing
refrigerator.
between the cold water line and the
Route the
tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or
(behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet)
close to the wall as possible.
floor
as
NOTE: Be
sure
there is sufficient extra
8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10
allow the
refrigerator
to
move
′′
one
quart of
water has been flushed
Screw
Route the
supply on
tubing until the
Shut the water off at the water
Washer
Pipe Clamp
6.
washer
water is clear.
or
tubing.
Clamp
sealing
Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
tubing (about
diameter) to
out from the wall after
installation.
29
tubing.
through
Massachusetts.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE
CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
9.
Removing
and
Replacing
10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Valve Cover
Tighten
NOTE:
?
Before
sure
any connections that leak.
Reattach the compressor
compartment
access cover.
making the connection to the refrigerator, be
refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the
the wall outlet.
1. Remove the
plastic
flexible cap from the water
valve.
2. Place the
compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
tubing as shown.
onto
the end of the
3. lnsert the end of the copper tubing into the
connection as far as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten
the
fitting.
w CAUTION: Check to
see
if water
dripping
occurs
at
water line connections.
11. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Tubing Clamp
1/4
1/4
"
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall.
Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
Tubing
"
Compression
Nut
Ferrule
(sleeve)
Refrigerator
Connection
12. START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its
operating temperature of 15°F (--9°C) or below. It
begin operation automatically if the icemaker
switch
is in the I (on) position.
power
will then
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UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
Your
The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost
?
cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also
click when cycling on and off.
may make sounds that your old one
didn't make. Because the sounds are new to you, you
might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds
new
refrigerator
actually
are.
The
and what may be
following describes
making them.
Rattling
?
normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and
cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they
are
water
the kinds of sounds
Your
refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently
keep your food items at the desired temperature.
The high efficiency compressor may cause your new
refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and
you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.
?
to
?
You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air
through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
?
As each
to the
a
popping
Water
?
cycle
supply
cord is
on
The
floor.
sizzling
You may hear water
defrost cycle.
refrigerator
being
forced
running
over
during
a
defrost
the condenser
into the drain pan
or
circuit breaker
by
the
during
the
is not
resting solidly
OFF
supply
cord is
or
reset the circuit breaker.
page 16.
u Wait about 30 minutes for defrost
end.
on
unplugged.
bulb is loose in the socket.
Light
bulb has burned out.
live outlet with
u Refer to the Setting the Controls section
on
WORK
Light
a
voltage.
u Replace the fuse
the
u Floor is weak
u Firmly plug the cord into
on
a
cycle
to
leveling legs
or uneven or
need adjusting.
See Installation section
The power
cause
sound.
u Firmly plug the cord into
proper
VIBRATION OR
the defrost heater
cause a
?
unplugged.
A household fuse has blown
RATTLING NOISE
of the inside walls may
Then...
tripped.
The refrigerator control is set to the
position.
Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.
LIGHTS DO NOT
expansion
You may hear air
condenser fan.
DOES NOT
OPERATE
dripping
may
may hear a gurgling sound due
in your refrigerator.
noise.
?
Check if...
The power
cycle ends, you
refrigerant flowing
Contraction and
?
REFRIGERATOR
noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
line,
page 8.
live outlet with
proper voltage.
u Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF
position and unplug the refrigerator. Gently
remove the bulb and reinsert. Then plug in
refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control.
u Replace with
appliance bulb of the same
wattage,
shape available at your
local hardware store. (See the Changing
the Light Bulb(s) section on pages 25-26.)
an
sizeand
Turn the
temperature control
position and unplug
replacement.
31
the
to the OFF
refrigerator prior
to
Check if...
Then...
COMPRESSOR
The
MOTOR SEEMS
older model.
TO RUN TOO
The
that
refrigerator
room
MUCH
replaced
was
u Modern refrigerators with
was an
space
temperature is hotter than normal.
require
u The motor will
run
motor to
of the time. Under
it to
expect
The door is
food has
opened often or
just been added.
a
large
amount of
storage
operating time.
longer under warm
conditions. At normal
expect your
more
more
temperatures,
room
about 40% to 80%
run
warmer
run even more
conditions,
often.
u Adding food and opening the door
the
warms
refrigerator.
It is normal for the
in order to cool the
refrigerator to run longer
refrigerator back down.
Adding a large amount of food warms the
refrigerator. See the Food Storage Guide
section
on page 17. In order to conserve
energy, try to get everything you need out of
the refrigerator at once, keep food organized
so
it is easy to find and close the door
the food is removed.
as
soon as
The
the
The
the
refrigerator was recently plugged in and
refrigerator control was set correctly.
control is not set
refrigerator
surrounding
The doors
are
correctly
for
conditions.
not closed
u The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to
cool
on
completely.
completely.
u See the Adjusting Control Settings section
page 17.
u Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not
shut all the way, see Doors will not close
completely below.
The condenser coils
are
u This prevents air transfer and makes the
dirty.
motor work harder.
Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the
Care and
DOORS WILL
The
NOT CLOSE
COMPLETELY
section
on
pages 25-26.
u See Leveling and Door Alignment
is not level.
refrigerator
Cleaning
on
page 15.
Food
packages
are
blocking
the door open.
u Rearrange food containers to clear door and
door shelves.
The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door
bins or baskets are out of position.
u Push bins all the way in and put crisper
The
u Clean gaskets and the surface that they
cover, pans, shelves and baskets into their
correct positions. See the Using Your
Refrigerator
gaskets
are
sticking.
touch. Rub
refrigerator
The doors
were
wobbles
or seems
unstable.
removed
installation and not
during product
properly replaced.
pages 16-24.
on
paraffin wax on the
cleaning.
u Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Leveling
and Door Alignment section on page 15.
u Remove and replace the doors according to
the Removing and Replacing Refrigerator
gaskets
The
section
a
thin coat of
after
handles and doors section
or
FROST OR ICE
The door is not
CRYSTALS ON
The door is
FROZEN FOOD
a
qualified
on pages 9--14,
service technician.
u See Doors will not close completely above.
closing properly.
opened
call
u When the door is opened, warm, humid air
often.
is allowed in the freezer,
32
resulting
in frost.
Check if...
ICE HAS OFF-
Then...
The icemaker
recently
was
u Discard first few batches of ice to avoid
installed.
TASTE OR ODOR
discolored
The ice has been stored for too
The food has not been
either
long.
wrapped tightly
the ice if food is not
supply
contains minerals such
as
sulfur.
refrigerator
needs
wrapped properly.
u A filter may need to be installed (or
eliminate taste and odor
replaced) to
problems.
The interior of
supply.
new
u Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to
in
compartment.
The water
off-flavored ice.
or
u Throw away old ice and make
u See Care and Cleaning section
cleaning.
on
pages
25-26.
Ice
THERE IS
u Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
storage bin needs cleaning.
The
refrigerator
is
u The water will evaporate. It is normal for
defrosting.
WATER IN THE
DEFROST DRAIN
water to
It is
more
drip
into the defrost pan.
u Expect that the water in the defrost pan will
humid than normal.
PAN
take
longer
to
when it is hot
THE
The sounds may be normal for your
REFRIGERATOR
refrigerator.
evaporate. This is normal
or
humid.
u Refer to the Understanding Sounds You
May
Hear section
on
page 31.
SEEMS TO
MAKE TOO
MUCH NOISE
THE ICEMAKER
IS NOT
The freezer
produce
temperature is cold enough
u Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice
to
ice.
production.
PRODUCING ICE
OR ICE CUBES
section
on
u Check to
Door left open.
ARE FREEZING
See the
Setting
the Controls
page 16.
if
see
something
is
holding
the
door open.
TOO SLOWLY
CUBES
u Select larger cube size using cube size
Smaller cube size level is selected.
PRODUCED BY
selector.
ICEMAKER ARE
Water shutoff valve
TOO SMALL
water line may be
THE DOORS ARE
The
gaskets
are
connecting refrigerator
clogged.
dirty
or
to
u Call
a
u Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they
sticky.
DIFFICULT TO
touch. Rub
OPEN
kitchen
The door is
having
reopened
opened.
within
a
to clear the valve.
plumber
short time after
been
a
thin coat of
wax on
the
appliance polish or
gaskets after cleaning.
u When you open the door,
the
refrigerator.
As the
warmer
warm
air enters
air cools, it
can
If the door is hard to open,
wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to
create
a vacuum.
equalize,
33
then
see
if it opens
more
easily.
Check if...
Then...
The air vents
from the freezer to the fresh food section and
sense
OR THERE IS
back
block vents and restrict airflow. Refer to
INTERIOR
are
blocked. Cold air circulates
u Locate air vents by using your hand to
TEMPERATURE
IS TOO WARM
air vents in the wall
again through
dividing the two sections.
Multi-Flow
MOISTURE
BUILDUP
airflow and
on
all
move
packages
that
page 16 for the location of air
vents.
The doors
are
opened
u When the door is opened,
often.
warm
allowed into the
refrigerator.
door is
the faster the
opened,
The
humid air is
more
the
humidity
builds up, and the more warm air the
refrigerator must cool. In order to keep the
refrigerator cool, try to get everything you
need out of the refrigerator at once, keep
food organized so it is easy to find and close
the door
The control is not set
surrounding
correctly
for the
conditions.
as soon as
the food is removed.
u Refer to the Setting the Controls section
page 16.
Wait 24 hours for
on
or even
out. If the
too warm,
move
temperatures to stabilize
temperature is too cold or
the dial
one
number at
a
time.
A
large amount of food has just
refrigerator or freezer.
been added to
the
u Adding food
take
a
to normal
The food is not
warms
the
few hours for the
refrigerator.
refrigerator
It
can
to return
temperature.
u Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp
packaged correctly.
containers
prior
to
storing
in the
refrigerator
to avoid moisture accumulation. If
The doors
are
not
closing completely.
necessary,
repackage
guidelines
in the Food
section
page 17.
on
food
according to
Storage Guide
u See Doors will not close completely
the
on
page 32.
u In humid weather, air carries moisture into
The weather is humid.
refrigerator
A self-defrost
cycle
was
when doors
are
opened.
u It is normal for droplets to form
completed.
wall after the
34
refrigerator
on
the back
self-defrosts.
35