LG GR-S562JCA Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION
CONTENTS
INNER PARTS
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4
OPERATIONS......................................................... 5
Starting
Controls For Refrigerator
Controls For Freezer
Ice Beam Door
Ice
Compartment
Compartment
Cooling
Making (Optional)
Fresh Zone
(Optional)
Defrosting
Deodorizer
(Optional)
Dairy Conner
Vitamin
Vegetable Drawer(Optional)
SUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE
CLEANING
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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10
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LAMP REPLACEMENT....................................... 11
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
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INSTALLATION
THIS REFRIGERATOR IS MANUFACTURED WITH GREAT CARE, AND UTILIZES THE
LATEST IN TECHNOLOGY.
WE ARE CONFIDENT THAT YOU WILL BE FULLY SATISFIED WITH IT'S PERFORMANCE
AND RELIABILITY.
BEFORE YOU START YOUR REFRIGERATOR, PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY.
IT PROVIDES EXACT INSTRUCTIONS FOR
MAINTENANCE,
INSTALLATION, OPERATION
AND
AND ALSO SUPPLIES SOME USEFUL HINTS.
INSTALLATION
1. Select
a
NEXT
good location.
refrigerator where
it is easy to
Place your
1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe
off all dust accumulated during shipping.
use.
2. Avoid
direct
placing the unit near heat
sunlight or moisture.
sources,
2. Install accessories such
3. There must be proper air circulation around
your refrigerator to keep it operating
efficiently.
If your refrigerator is placed
in
a
shipment.
3. You have
recessed
in the wall, allow at least 10 inches or
greater clearance above the refrigerator and
4. To avoid
if it is
vibrations, the unit
required, adjust
the
compensate for
unevenness
leveling
The front should be
carpeted.
5. Prior to
than the
to
lower it.
cause
storing food, leave your refrigerator
Check the flow of cold air in the freezer
of the floor.
to aid in door
5. Don't install this
to
onfor2or3hours.
to
slightly higher
closing.
Leveling screws can be turned easily by
tipping the cabinet slightly.
Turn the leveling screws clockwise(
)
raise the unit, counterclockwise(
) to
rear
supply cord (or plug)
the outlet. Don't double up with other
appliances on the same outlet.
must be level. If
screws
bar-type handle,
according to instruction
card.
should be elevated 1 inch
refrigerator
especially
model with
4. Connect the power
2 inches or more from the wall.
from the floor,
a
assemble the handle
area
The
ice cube box, etc.,
as
in their proper places.They are packed
together to prevent possible damage during
appliance below 5 °C. It may
refrigerator.
the debasement of the
3
compartment
to ensure proper
refrigerator is
now
ready for
cooling. Your
use.
INNER PARTS
E
NOT
This
guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have
purchased may have some or all of the features shown above.
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OPERATIONS
STARTING
When your
prior
If
to
refrigerator is first installed, allow
filling it with fresh or frozen foods.
operation is interrupted, wait
it 2-3 hours to stabilize at normal
5 minutes before
operating temperatures
restarting.
CONTROLS FOR REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
The default
the
setting of the temperature control button for
refrigerator compartment is NORMAL.
To control the
refrigerator temperature, press the Ref.
Temp Control button.
When the button is
pressed, the LEDs light.
The temperature is set in 5 steps, from MIN to MAX
cooling.(MIN warmest, MAX coldest temperature.)
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CONTROLS FOR FREEZER COMPARTMENT
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Setting
the Freezer Knob at
sufficient
freezing effect,
so
will
The higher number the control setting is, the lower the
temperature of the Freezer compartment becomes.
Since the temperature of the refrigerator and freezer
compartments is controlled with a fixed amount of cooled
air, the refrigerator compartment will be warmer if the
freezer compartment becomes colder.
When the freezer compartment is not cold
winter, adjust the control for the freezer to
satisfy 4 STAR. Setting the Freezer Knob
it is recommended to set the Knob at NORMAL.
5
enough in
High (5~7).
at NORMAL will have
OPERATIONS
ICEBEAM DOOR COOLING
Air vents
are
located to
Cool air vent
provide cool air flow to items stored
refrigerator
in the door shelves and at the front of the
shelves.
If water of foreign substances enter the cool air vent while
cleaning, efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if gasket is
damaged, efficiency may be lowered owing to the escape
of cool air.
ICE MAKING
(OPTIONAL)
Choose the type of ice-making system you have.
General Type
To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and
place it in the freezer.
To remove ice cubes, hold the tray at its ends and
twist gently.
T IP
To
remove
ice cubes
easily,
run
water on the
tray before twisting.
Twisting Ice Serve Type
To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and
insert in its position.
To
remove
turn
ice cubes, hold the knob of the tray and
in to the ice cube
gently. Then, ice cubes drop
box.
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Ice
Trays
Ice Cube Box
OPERATIONS
FRESH ZONE
When the door is
the fresh
zone.
(OPTIONAL)
opened, the
So you
can
The shelf and inserted fresh
position.
If it is
warmer
air can't influence in
store food more fresh in it.
zone
moved, the fresh
must be
zone
placed
at its
can't fill the role of it.
DEFROSTING
Defrosting takes place automatically.
The defrosted water flows down to the
evaporating tray
refrigerator and
which located in the lower back side of the
is
evaporated automatically.
DEODORIZER
(OPTIONAL)
"TiO2 catalyst," deodorizing
By using
performance is guaranteed.
an
Unpleasant odor of food
in fresh food
compartment is deodorized with
no
harm to
you and the food.
How to
use
As the
in
for any
catalyst is located
handling.
cooling air outlet for circulating air
Do not
prick the cooling air outlet
with
a
compartment, there is
no
need
sharp tip because the deodorizing catalyst may be damaged.
storing food with a strong odor, wrap
passed on to other foods.
When
in fresh food
it
or
store it in a container with a lid because odor may be
Re-Using of the catalyst
Used some length and the odor is strong, the
catalyst can be revived and re-used.
Separate deodorizer in ceiling of refrigerator
compartment, using hair drier to remove
moisture or malodor and oxidize under sunlight to
decomposing malodor by ultraviolet.
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OPERATIONS
DAIRY CONNER
Use the moving by pushing right the left
protruded handle.
How to
remove
Push the
cover
the
and
cover
move
with
when you clean
it to the center of basket
Move the cover at the middle of basket and
hole with bothsides of the basket
aligh the
After aligning,turn basket from back to front and
out with both hands.
VITAMIN VEGETABLE DRAWER
Vitamin KIT used to
keep fruits
more
pull
(OPTIONAL)
fresher.
Please avoid to contact water due to the effect
can
be
decreased.
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SUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE
STORING FOOD
Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. How food is frozen and thawed is
maintaining its freshness and flavor.
Do not store food which goes bad
Allow hot food to cool
higher electric bills!
prior
to
easily
at low
temperatures, such
storing. Placing hot food
in the
as
storing the food, cover it with vinyl wrap or store in a container
evaporating, and helps food to keep its taste and nutrients.
Do not block air vents with food. Smooth circulation of chilled air
frequently. Opening the door lets
warm
important factor
in
bananas, pineapples, and melons.
refrigerator could spoil other food, and lead
When
Do not open the door
temperatures to rise.
an
with
a
lid. This prevents moisture from
keeps refrigerator temperatures
air enter the
to
refrigerator, and
even.
cause
FREEZER COMPARTMENT
Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment
they may break when frozen.
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Do not refreeze food that has been thawed. This
When
rack.
storing frozen food like ice
Loading for Freezing
freezing:
-
cream
for
a
causes
loss of taste and nutrition.
long period, place
It is recommended to load
it
on
the freezer shelf, not in the door
newly introduced foods
on
the
following position for
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
Avoid
placing moist food on deep interior
refrigerator shelves, it could freeze upon direct
contact with chilled air. To avoid this it is better to
store food in the covered container.
It is desirable to store moist food
vegetable and fruit)
in the
(especially
vegetable storage
compartment. If it is necessary to store on a shelf
of the refrigerator, put it close to the door away from the back wall of the refrigerator
frozen
by the cool circulating
in the
to avoid
being
refrigerator.
Always clean food prior to refrigeration. Vegetables and fruits should be washed and wiped, and
packed food should be wiped clean, to prevent adjacent food from spoiling.
storing eggs in their storage rack, ensure that they
right position, which keeps them fresh longer.
When
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are
fresh, and always
store them in a up-
CLEANING
It is
important that you refrigerator be kept clean
INTERIOR PARTS Wash compartment shelves,
door racks, storage trays and magnetic door seals
etc. Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or dish
washable solution to clean the durable finish of
your refrigerator. Wipe with a clean, damp cloth
to
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prevent undesirable odors. Spilled food should be
wipe up immediately, since it may acidify and stain
plastic surfaces if allowed to settle.
Never
use
metallic
abrasive cleaners
any surface.
scouring pads, brushes,
or
coarse
strong alkaline solutions
and then
on
dry.
WARNING
Before you clean, however, remember that damp
objects will stick or adhere to extremely cold
surfaces. Do not touch frozen surfaces with wet or
to
damp hands.
switches, controls, etc.).
EXTERIOR Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap
dish washable solution to clean the durable
finish of your refrigerator. Wipe with a clean, damp
cloth and then dry.
Wipe up excess moisture with a sponge or cloth to
prevent water or liquid from getting into any electrical
part and causing electric shock. Do not use
flammable or toxic cleaning liquids.
Always
cleaning
power cord from the wall outlet prior
in the vicinity of electrical parts(lamps,
remove
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or
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INTERIOR Regular cleaning of the interior and
interior parts is recommended. Use a lukewarm
solution of mild soap or dish washable solution to
clean the durable finish of your refrigerator. Wipe
with a clean, damp cloth and then dry.
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Caution for
Cleaning
Not in
Surface active agent, Car wax,
sorts of oil, Gasoline, Acids, Wax.
use :
Anticorrosive, All
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Usable Detergent
Vegetable dish washable solution, Soapy water
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When careless
using,
it
can occur a
color
change.
GENERAL INFORMATION
VACATION TIME
IF YOU MOVE
During average length vacations, you will probably
find it best to leave the refrigerator in operation.
securely fasten down all loose items
refrigerator.
To avoid damaging the leveling screw(s), turn them
Place freezable items in freezer for
Remove
longer life.
When you plan to be away for an extended period,
remove all food, disconnect the power cord, clean
the interior thoroughly, and leave each door OPEN
to
all the way into the base.
ANTI-CONDENSATION PIPE
prevent odor formation.
The outside wall of the
sometimes get warm,
installation.
POWER FAILURE
openings
This is due to the anticondensation
pipe, which
refrigerant to
prevent "sweating" on the
pumps hot
while the power is off.
During power
longer duration, place a block of dry ice
top of your frozen packages.
refrigerator cabinet may
especially just after
Don't be alarmed.
Most power failures are corrected in an hour or two
and will not affect your refrigerator temperatures.
However, you should minimize the number of door
failures of
or
inside the
on
outer cabinet wall.
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LAMP REPLACEMENT
FREEZER LAMP
To
the
remove
lamp shield inside the freezer compartment, reach
behind the shield and
pull
it forward
as
shown in the
figure
on
the
right.
REFRIGERATOR LAMP
To
the
remove
down while
forward
as
lamp shield inside the refrigerator compartment, pull
pressing the triangular area with your thumb and pull it
shown in the figure on the right.
it
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD
ABOUT GROUNDING
If
In the event of
possible,
connect the
refrigerator to its
individual electrical outlet to prevent it and other
or household lights from causing an
cause a
power outage.
In order to
appliance
ACCESSIBILITY OF SUPPLY PLUG
The
should be
prevent possible electric shock, this
must be
grounded.
grounding plug can result in an
a qualified electrician or
service person if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if you have doubts on
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Improper
use
of the
electric shock. Consult
that
refrigerator-freezer
positioned
supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection
when accident happens.
so
an
(earthing)
providing an escape wire for the electric current.
appliances
overload that could
(EARTHING)
electric short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electric shock by
own
the
SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT
If the
supply cord is damaged,
the manufacturer
qualified
it must be
Do not
replaced by
Cord
its service agent or a similarly
person in order to avoid a hazard.
or
It will
empty refrigerator can be a dangerous
attraction to children. Remove either gaskets,
latches, lids
electric shock
appliance
or
must be
the Power
fire.
grounded (earthed).
DON'T WAIT! DO IT NOW!
An
appliance,
cause
This
VERY DANGEROUS ATTRACTION
modify or extend
length.
the entire door from your unused
take some other action to make it
or
or
Do not store inflammable materials, explosives
or chemicals in the refrigerator.
harmless.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
SERVICE CALLS CAN OFTEN BE AVOIDED!
IF YOU FEEL YOUR REFRIGERATOR IS NOT OPERATING
CAUSES FIRST
PROPERLY, CHECK THESE POSSIBLE
:
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
REFRIGERATOR DOES
NOT OPERATE
Has
a
house fuse blown
or
circuit breaker
Has the power cord plug been removed
the electrical wall outlet?
tripped?
or
loosened from
REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER
COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE
TOO WARM
Temperature control not set on proper position.
Appliance is placed close to wall or heat source.
Warm weather-frequent door openings.
Door left open for a long time.
Large amount of foods are kept in the refrigerator.
ABNORMAL
Refrigerator is installed in a weak or uneven place, or
leveling screw needs adjusting.
Unnecessary objects placed in the back side of the
refrigerator.
NOISE(S)
REFRIGERATOR
HAS ODOR
Foods with strong odors should be
Interior needs
DEW FORMS ON THE
CABINET SURFACE
tightly covered
wrapped.
Not unusual
cleaning.
during periods of high humidity.
ajar.
Door may have been left
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or