LG Electronics LFC20760 Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Owner’s Manual
- June 16, 2024
- LG Electronics
Table of Contents
- LG Electronics LFC20760 Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
- Specifications
- Product Usage Instructions
- Installation
- Operating the Refrigerator
- Cleaning and Maintenance
- FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
- CFC DISPOSAL
- GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
- INSTALLATION
- CARE AND CLEANING
- ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER
- TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
LG Electronics LFC20760 Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Specifications
- Models: LFC20760, LFC20745
- Website: http://www.lgservice.com
- Owner’s Manual: https://manual-hub.com/
- P/No. MFL61944129
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Instructions
Please read and follow these safety instructions before operating the bottom
freezer refrigerator:
- Keep this manual handy for reference at all times.
- Ensure proper grounding of the refrigerator to prevent electrical shock.
- Do not use the refrigerator if it is damaged or if the power cord is frayed or damaged.
- Avoid placing the refrigerator near heat sources, direct sunlight, or in excessively humid environments.
- Do not touch the interior of the freezer compartment with wet hands.
Installation
Follow these steps to install your bottom freezer refrigerator:
- Select a suitable location for the refrigerator, ensuring proper clearance for ventilation.
- Level the refrigerator using the adjustable leveling legs.
- Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
Operating the Refrigerator
To use the bottom freezer refrigerator:
- Open the refrigerator door by pulling the handle.
- Adjust the temperature settings using the control panel inside the refrigerator.
- To use the freezer compartment, open the freezer door and place items inside.
- Close both doors securely to maintain proper temperature and energy efficiency.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Regular cleaning and maintenance will ensure optimal performance of your bottom freezer refrigerator:
- Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
- Remove all food items from the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
- Clean the interior with a mild detergent and warm water.
- Wipe dry and reassemble all removable parts.
- Periodically check and clean the condenser coils at the back of the refrigerator.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: How long is the warranty period for the LG bottom freezer
refrigerator?
A: The warranty period for the LG bottom freezer refrigerator is 1 year for
parts and labor, and 7 years for the sealed system (compressor, condenser,
evaporator).
Q: What is not covered under the warranty?
A: The warranty does not cover service trips for unauthorized repairs,
damage caused by accidents or acts of nature, non-household use, improper
installation, or damages occurring during or after delivery. Proof of purchase
is required for warranty validation.
Q: How can I obtain warranty coverage or customer service assistance?
A: To obtain warranty coverage, retain your bill of sale and provide a copy of
your sales receipt when requesting warranty service. For product or customer
service assistance, contact the nearest authorized service center by calling
1-800-243-0000. Have your
refrigerator’s model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal Code ready.
BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
Owner’s Manual
Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for
reference at all times.
REFRIGERADOR CON CONGELADOR INFERIOR
Manual de Usuario
Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes de usar el refrigerador y
guárdelas como referencia para el futuro.
CONGÉLATEUR INFÉRIEUR RÉFRIGÉRATEUR
Manuel d’utilisateur
Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre en marche l’unité et
conservez-le à portée de la main pour le consulter à tout moment.
Models / Modelos LFC20760, LFC20745
P/No. MFL61944129
visit our web site/http://www.lgservice.com
LIMITED WARRANTY
United States of America
LG Electronics
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 as long as it is in the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.
LG Refrigerator / Freezer Warranty Period
Product
Parts
Labor
Refrigerator / Freezer
1 year
1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051)]
Sealed System
7 years
1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051)]
(Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator)
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 SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF 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.
Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
1. Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup, install, instruct, or
replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing, or correction of
unauthorized repairs.
2. Damage to the product caused by accident, pests, fire, floods, or acts of
God. 3. Repairs when your LG product is used in other than normal, single-
family household use. 4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse,
abuse, or improper installation. 5. Damages caused during and/or after
delivery 6. Display, discount, or refurbished units purchased with scratches,
dents, or defects. Proof of purchase is required and must be provided to LG in
order to validate warranty.
Therefore, these costs are paid by the consumer. If the product is installed
outside the normal service area, any cost of transportation involved in the
repair of the product, or the replacement of defective parts, shall be borne
by the owner.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:
To obtain Warranty Coverage:
Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase. A Copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided.
To obtain Product or Customer Service Assistance:
To obtain the nearest Authorized Service Center:
Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hrs a day, 7
days per week, 365 days per year) Press the appropriate menu option, and have
your product type (Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal
Code ready.
Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hrs a day, 7
days per week, 365 days per year)
Press the appropriate option, and have your product type (Refrigerator), model
number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal Code ready.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
English Version Spanish Version French Version Warranty (U.S.A.)
Safety Instructions Grounding Requirements
Parts and Features Refrigerator Installation
Unpacking your refrigerator Installation Base Grille Removing, Reversing and
Replacing
Your refrigerator doors Pull out drawer Leveling and door alignment Using your
refrigerator Ensuring proper air circulation Multi Flow
Door alarm Setting the controls Adjusting Control Settings Food storage guide
Storing frozen food Refrigerator Section
Refrigerator shelves Chef Fresh Crisper humidity control Optibin Crisper
Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface Design-A-Door Dairy Bin Egg Box
Freezer Section Ice Bin Durabase Tilting Door
Durabase Divider Guide-out drawer basket
Care and Cleaning General cleaning tips Outside Inside walls Door liner and
gaskets Plastic parts Condenser coils Light bulb replacement Power
interruptions When you go on vacation
About the Automatic Ice Maker Connecting the Water Line Troubleshooting Guide
6 32 58 2 – 3
7 – 8 8 9
10 – 15 10 10 10
11 – 15 13 – 14
15 16 16 16 16 16 16 – 17 17 17 – 18 18 18 19 19 19 20 20 20 20
21 21 21 21
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22 – 23 22 22 22 22 22 22
22 – 23 23 23 24
25 – 27 28 – 31
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY MESSAGES
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all
safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety
messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or
cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:
DANGER
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using
your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the
following:
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the
plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become
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 when you open the 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 burnedout 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.
Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment – they may break when frozen,
causing damage.
The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply plug is
accessible for quick disconnection when accident happens.
For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall
outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the
outlet is properly grounded.
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and
care guide.
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the
freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the
extremely cold surfaces.
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the 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.
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).”
“…Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color
should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be
discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid
of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.”
“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
soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can.”
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduce physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the 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.
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER
Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone.
This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant), is made of parts and
materials which are reusable and / or recyclable. All the important materials
should be sent to the collecton center of waste material and can be reused
after rework (recycling). For take back, please contact with the local agency.
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 carefully. TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall
outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the
outlet is properly grounded.
3-prong grounding type wall receptacle
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded three-prong wall outlet. Do not, under any circumstances,
cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or 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.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
3-prong grounding plug
Ensure proper ground exists before use.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
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 a separate circuit serving only this
appliance be provided. Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a
switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord. Where a standard two-prong
wall outlet is encountered,
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly
recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to
use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in
the United States), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a
grounding type plug and outlet, and that the electrical rating of the cord be
15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of
the refrigerator.
WARNING
POWER CORD REPLACEMENT If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, by our service center or by qualified personal by LG
Electronics, to avoid some risk.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
A
K
B
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C M
D
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N
F
G O
H P
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Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.
NOTE: This guide covers several different 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.
A Digital Sensor Control B Refrigerator Light C Shelves D Chef Fresh / Snack
Pan E Can Dispenser
F Optibin Crisper Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper
G Customcube Icemaker
H Ice Tray I Durabase J Divider
K Filter (Inside) L Dairy Bin M Egg Box N Refrigerator Door Rack O Freezer
Light P Pull out Drawer
*On some models
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do
not remove any warningtype labels, the model and serial number label, or the
Tech Sheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area 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.
Do not use 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
section.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.
3. Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55 °F
(13 °C) and 110°F (43 °C.) If the temperature around the appliance is too low
or high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.
CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or
moisture.
NEXT
1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated
during shipping.
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.
3. Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting food in it.
Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper
cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.
WARNING:
Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille, stopper etc. You may be
injured.
Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base grille or bottom of
refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.
When Moving Your Refrigerator: 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.
BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION
To install or replace Base Grille:
1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of refrigerator.
2. Place Base Grille into position and insert and tighten screws.
To remove the base grille
WARNING
1. Remove screws from Base Grille and remove. 2. Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.
Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away
from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
INSTALLATION
1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight, or moisture.
2. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required,
adjust the leveling screws to compensate for
unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly
higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling
screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet
slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise (
) to
raise the unit, counterclockwise ( ) to lower it.
A proper distance from adjacents items
Please keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from other things. Too small
a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and
increased electricity charge consumption.
(5.08 cm) 2″
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
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.
Left Door Loosen the cover screw (1). Disconnect door switch wire (2). Loosen
hinge bolts (3). Lift off the top hinge (4). Place the door on a non-
scratching surface with the inside up. Right Door Loosen the cover screw (1).
Disconnect door switch wire (2). Disconnect wire harness (5). Loosen hinge
bolts (3). Loosen ground screw (6). Lift off the top hinge (4). Place the door
on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.
CAUTION: When removing top hinge, be careful that the door does not fall
forward.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
2. Replacing Refrigerator Door
Right Door
Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (7).
Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.
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Replace the top hinge (4) installing hinge
screws (3) 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
and the gap between the doors is even across
the front.
Install the ground screw (6).
Connect the door switch wire (2).
Tighten the cover screw (1).
Left Door
Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (5).
Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.
Replace the top hinge (4) installing hinge
screws (3) 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
5
and the gap between the doors is even across
the front.
Connect the door switch wire (2).
Tighten the cover screw (1).
Note: To use like reference the previous image.
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.
Mounting Fasteners
1. Removing Refrigerator Handle
· Loosen the set screws (1) with the 3/32″ Allen wrench and remove the handle (2).
Set Screw
· Loosen the handle mounting fasteners (3)
1
with the 1/4″ Allen wrench.
Allen Wrench
3 2
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL OUT DRAWER
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or property damage, you will need
two people to perform the following instructions.
· With both hands, hold both sides of the door and pull it up to separate it from the rails.
1. Removing Pull out Drawer
· Pull the drawer open to full lower extension. Remove the lower basket (1) by
lifting basket from rail system.
1
· Press both hangers with yours thumbs to lift it up. · Separate the left and right rail cover.
· With both hands, hold the center of the bar and push it in to let both rails fitted simultaneously.
· Remove the screws (2) of the rail on both sides.
2
CAUTION: When you remove the drawer, do not hold handle. If it comes off, it
could cause personal injury. CAUTION: When laying down the drawer, be careful
not to damage the floor or hurt your feet by the sharp edges on hinge side.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL OUT DRAWER
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injur or product or property damage, you will
need two people to perform the following instructions.
2. Installing Pull out Drawer · With both hands, hold the center of the bar
and pull it
out to let both rails out to full extension simultaneously.
· Make sure you have a right rail cover for each side. Right
Rail cover
Left Rail cover
· Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of the door supports to assemble the rail cover.
Verify the hole’s assembly
· Hook door supports (1) into rail tabes (2) .
1
· With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the
2
lower basket (4) in the rail assembly.
4
· Lower door into final position and tighten the screws (3)
3
WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk.
DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer. WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down
on Freezer Door.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT
Leveling
Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws one on the right and one on
the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close
easier, adjust the Refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below:
1. Plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet. Move
the refrigerator into its final position.
2. Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator
or counterclockwise to lower it. It may take several turns of the leveling
screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some
weight off the leveling screws. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
Door Alignment
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to
align the doors:
1. With one hand, lift up the door you want to raise at middle hinge.
2. With other hand, use pliers to insert snap ring as shown.
3. Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned. (Three snap
rings are provided with unit.)
3. 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
screws clockwise. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling screws the same amount.
4. Re-adjust if necessary. 5. Replace the base cover.
NOTE: Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors.
Either door can be opened or closed independently of one another. You may have
to exert slight pressure on doors to get them to close completely.
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION
In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow between the refrigerator
and freezer sections. As shown in the illustration below, air enters at top of
freezer and circulates down. From bottom of freezer, air is forced up to top
of refrigerator. Air enters refrigerator through top vent, then circulates and
exists at bottom, where it returns to freezer.
MULTI-FLOW
Multi-Flow means powerful and effective cooling operation. This is especially
noticeable when new food is placed in the refrigerator compartment.
If water or foreign substances enter the cool air vent while cleaning,
efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if gasket is damaged, efficiency may
be lowered because of escaping cool air.
Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to stabilize. Then adjust the
compartment temperature as desired.
Refrigerator control: position 1 to 7, represent the following temperature
range (32 °F to 47 °F or 0 °C to 8 °C)
The higher the number setting, the colder the refrigerator compartment will
become.
REFRIGERATOR TEMP
ADJUST
WARMER
4 IS RECOMMENDED
Freezer control: position 1 to 7 (-6 °F to 8 °F or -21 °C to -13 °C)
When the setting is at a higher number, the freezer compartment becomes
colder.
Ice Plus Press the Ice Plus key and the LED will turn on. This function will
remain activated for 24 hours and intensify the cooling speed of freezer and
increase the amount of ice.
FREEZER TEMP
WARMER
4 IS RECOMMENDED
COLDER
ADJUST
ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS
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 clean both
sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food,
wrap or cover foods tightly. (See the Food Storage Guide section for details.)
DOOR ALARM
With this feature you´ll listen a alarm when the freezer or refrigerator door
is not closed within 1 minute after it is opened. These tones repeat every 30
seconds.
The alarm is cancelled when the freezer or the refrigerator is closed
correctly.
SETTING THE CONTROLS
Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the temperature in
the freezer and refrigerator compartments.
Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL and the FREEZER CONTROL at position
number “4”.
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is
best to wait 24 hours before you put food into 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 as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire 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
compartment to make it colder.
If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, start by
adjusting the refrigerator first. Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator
adjustment to check the freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold,
then adjust the freezer control as well.
Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Always remember to wait
at least 24 hours between adjustments.
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
CONDITION/REASON: REFRIGERATOR section too warm
Door opened often Large amount of food added Room temperature very warm
FREEZER section too warm/ ice not made fast enough
Door opened often Large amount of food added Very cold room temperature (can’t
cycle often enough) Heavy ice usage Air vents blocked by items
REFRIGERATOR section too cold
Controls not set correctly for your conditions
FREEZER section too cold Controls not set correctly for your conditions
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT: Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next higher number, wait
24 hours, then re-check Turn FREEZER control to next higher number, wait 24
hours, Then re-check
Move items out of airstream Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next lower number,
wait 24 hours, then re-check
Turn FREEZER control to next lower number, wait 24 hours, then re-check
Storing Fresh Food
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 ensure freshness.
Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed
compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and
freeze.
Cheese Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it. Once
opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Milk Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior shelf, not on
door shelf.
Eggs Store in original carton on interior shelf, not on door shelf.
Fruit
Wash, let dry, and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in the crisper. Do
not wash or hull berries until you are ready to use them. Sort and keep
berries in their original container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed
paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Leafy vegetables
Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Wash
in cold water and drain. Place in a plastic bag or plastic container and store
in the crisper.
Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers)
Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper.
Fish Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased.
Chef fresh
Store most chef fresh in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and
moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary.
Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with
tight lids can also be used.
STORING FROZEN FOOD
NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food
storage times, check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook.
Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When you close and
seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or out. If you do, you
could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also
dry out frozen food.
Packaging recommendations: Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
Straight-sided canning/freezing jars Heavy-duty aluminum foil Plastic-coated
paper Non-permeable plastic wraps Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic
bags
Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods.
Do not use: Bread wrappers Non-polyethylene plastic containers Containers
without tight lids Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap Thin, semi-permeable
wrap
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Freezing
IMPORTANT: Do not store bottles in the freezer
compartment – they may break when frozen, causing damage.
Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Do not put more
unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than
2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave enough space in the
freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave enough room
at the front so the door can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of
packaging or wrap used (airtight and moisture-proof) and the storage
temperature. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal. This simply
means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed,
creating ice crystals.
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then package
and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy.
NOTE: Do not store food near the sensor; it may cause the sensor to
malfunction.
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard When using dry ice, provide adequate ventilation. Dry ice
is frozen carbon dioxide (CO2). When it vaporizes, it can displace oxygen,
causing dizziness, light-headedness, unconsciousness and death by suffocation.
Open a window and do not breathe the vapors.
To remove a shelf : Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction of (1) and
lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the shelf out. To 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 into
the slots.
NOTE: Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other. Failure to
do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food.
Sliding Out Shelves (optional on some models) You can slide some glass shelves
in and out of your refrigerator as follows.
To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf toward you. To slide
shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.
REFRIGERATOR SECTION
REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual
storage needs. These units are all glass shelves.
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.
To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame: 1. Pull the shelf out to the stop position. 2. Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop position. 3. Lift up the shelf to remove. Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps.
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebblesized pieces.
Convenience Shelves (on some models)
Folding Shelf: You can store taller items such as gallon containers or bottles
by simply sliding the shelf back.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid dropping them.
Adjusting Shelves
Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position
you want.
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CHEF FRESH / SNACK PAN (on some models)
While holding the chef fresh with one hand, pull it forward slightly. Lift
slightly and pull it out.
OPTIBIN CRISPERS (on some models)
The OptiBin Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and vegetables by letting
you easily control humidity inside the crisper. The OptiBin Crispers include:
- 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 or release moisture.
1
2
On some models is applied an independent temperature control.
NOTE: DO NOT store lettuce or other leafy produce in this drawer.
COLD
COLDER
Cauliflower Cucumbers Zucchinis Apples
Corn Oranges Grapes
Steaks Hard cheeses Cold cuts Bacon Hot dogs
WARNING: Fruits and vegetables may be damage at the coldest setting.
CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL (on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisturesealed crispers. Adjust
the control to any setting between
” ” and ” “. ” “:Lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of
fruits.
” ” :Keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.
To remove the glass: 1. Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under
the crisper cover. 2. Pull up and out.
To remove the crisper: 1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop. 2. Lift the
front of the crisper, then pull it out to remove. 3. Replace the crisper by
sliding it back in fully past
the drawer stop.
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER SURFACE (on some models)
To remove the crisper cover:
1. Remove both crisper drawers. 2. While holding the crisper cover support
(2), pull the
cover up and out (1).
DESIGN-A-DOOR
The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting. 1. To remove the
bin, simply lift the bin up and pull
straight out. 2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support
button and push down until it stops.
1
2
CAUTION: Be careful when handing glass cover since glass is not attached to
cover.
To remove the lattice on inner surface:
WARNING: Somebody can be hurt if door bins are not firmly assembled.
NOTE: DO NOT adjust a bin that is loaded with food.
CAUTION: DO NOT allow children to play with baskets. Sharp corners on baskets
could cause injury.
1. Remove crisper cover (as illustrated above). 2. Hold the glass cover and
overtum crisper cover. 3. For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the
cover
outward to remove lattice.
DAIRY BIN
1. To remove the dairy bin, simply lift it and pull straight out.
2. To replace the dairy bin, slide it in above the desired location and push
down until it stops.
To replace lattice on inner surface:
1. For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 (closed to glass cover) and pull
sides of the cover to insert lattice.
EGG BOX (on some models)
Store Egg Box on interior shelf, not on door shelf.
CAUTION: Do not use the egg box as an ice storage bin in the freezer
compartment. The egg box can easily break if it freezes.
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FREEZER SECTION
ICE BIN (on some models)
1. To separate the ice bin, pull out the drawer as much as possible.
2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. 3. To reinstall, pull out the drawer
as much as possible and set
the ice bin in its correct position, and then push in the drawer.
DRAWER
DURABASE DIVIDER (on some models)
The Durabase divider allows you to organize the Durabase area into sections.
ICE BIN
WARNING: There is enough open space in it for children to climb inside.
WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk.
DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer.
DURABASE (on some models)
1. To remove the Durabase, push it back to the end as much as possible. Tilt
up the front of the Durabase and pull straight out.
2. To install, insert the Durabase in rail assembly.
GLIDE – OUT DRAWER BASKET (on some models)
1. To remove, lift basket up and pull out straight out.
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2. To Install, pull both rails out to full extension.
Hook the basket supports into the rail tabs and push to
the back of compartment.
TILTING DOOR (on some models)
The tilting door provides easy access for stored foods.
How to use:
To
Tilt the door down and pull it out.
WARNING: Be careful when you open tilting door so that you do not injure your
foot!
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CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING
PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)
Do not use paper towels, window sprays, abrasive cleansers, or flammable
fluids. These can scratch or damage the material.
CONDENSER COILS
Explosion Hazard
Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or
fire.
Remove grille base. Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to clean
condenser coils.
Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as
every other month.
Replace grille base.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However,
clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills
immediately.
GENERAL CLEANING TIPS
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
COVER BACK
Clean the cover back at least twice a year to keep your refrigerator working
efficiently.
Remove all removable parts, such as shelves, crispers, etc. Use a clean sponge
or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh
cleaners.
Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
COVER BACK
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
WARNING
OUTSIDE
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 with a soft cloth.
Note: Avoid door surface contact with chemical products that contain Phosphate
or Chlorine.
INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so cloth will not stick)
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or
turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the
light circuit.
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace
the bulb with one of 40 watts and the same size and shape.
NOTE: The light bulbs wil turn off if door is left open for seven continuous
minutes. Shutting door for one second will make light bulbs to come back on.
To 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.
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS
To change the refrigerator light:
1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
2. Remove refrigerator shelves. 3. Release the hooks on the front of the
light shield
with the help of a flat screwdriver and pull the shield down to remove it.
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum plastic parts.
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OR c) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available,
consume or can perishable food at once.
4. Turn the bulb counter clockwise. 5. To assemble, first insert the hooks at
the back and
then push up the light shield.
To change the freezer light: 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2.
Reach behind light shield to remove bulb. 3. Replace bulb with a wattage
indicated in
the refrigerator section, as shown in picture 1 .
1
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
POWER INTERRUPTIONS
If the electricity goes off, call the power company and ask how long it will
be off. 1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep
both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen. 2. If the
power will be out for more than 24 hours: a) Remove all frozen food and store
it in a frozen
food locker. OR b) Place 2 lbs of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic
foot of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days.
While handling dry ice, wear gloves to protect your hands from frostbite.
WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away, follow these
steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. Empty the ice bin.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these
steps.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Depending on your model, set the thermostat control (refrigerator control)
to OFF. See the Setting the Controls section.
3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.
4. Tape rubber or 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 refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.
2. Depending on your model, turn the thermostat control (refrigerator
control) to OFF. See the Setting the Controls section.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Empty water from the defrost pan.
5. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape them together so
they do not shift and rattle during the move.
7. 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 do not scrape
the floor. See the Door Closing section.
8. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the Installing
Your Refrigerator section for preparation instructions.
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ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER
NOTE: Automatic Ice Maker feature is included only in certain models. Please
check your product specification.
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard Avoid contact with the 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.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours
to begin making ice.
Icemaker
Cube Size Indicator Light
Cube Size Select Button
Feeler Arm Power Switch
The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle approximately 100 – 130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions.
If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is made to the
icemaker, set the power switch to O (off).
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power
switch to I (on).
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing. A newly-installed
refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.
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 together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become cloudy, taste stale,
and shrink.
NOTE: If the cube size is smaller or larger than you expected, you can
regulate the size with the cube size button. (Normally caused by variations in
water pressure.)
Every time you press the cube size button, the indicator light go up. The
higher position light is on, the larger cubes will be. (1st step is the next
after the 3th step.)
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O (OFF)
When the water supply will be shut off for several hours.
When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a minute or two.
When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.
NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
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.
You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in
the pipes as the icemaker refills.
PREPARING FOR VACATION
Set the icemaker power switch to O (off) and shut off the water supply to the
refrigerator.
If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer
drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property
damage due to flooding from ruptured water lines or connections.
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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE
NOTE: Water line installation is needed when the Automatic Ice Maker and/or
Water Dispenser features are available on your product.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker
manufacturer. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of
expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause 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.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the hot
water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, make sure the
icemaker power switch is in the O (off) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below
freezing.
When 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 plumbing code requirements.
NOTE: Wear eye protection.
Y If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water
supply, This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or
icemaker manufacturer. Follow next instructions carefully to minimize the risk
of expensive water damage. Y If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 PSI or 0.27 MPa to 0.41MPa (2.8
kg·f/cm² ~ 4.2 kg·f/cm², less than 2 ~ 3 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz
capacity [0.2 liters]). If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system
is less than 21 PSI or 0.14 MPa (1.5 kg·f/cm², more than 4 seconds to fill a
cup of 7 oz capacity [0.2 liters]). Y Check to see whether the sediment filter
in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary. Y
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy
usage. Y If the issue about water pressure from reverse osmosis remains, call
a licensed, qualified plumber.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Copper Tubing, 1/4″ outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the water
supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water
valve on the back of the 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 installation.
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet (2.4 m) as described
above.
A cold water supply .The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 PSI or
0.137 and 0.82 MPa on models without a water filter and between 40 and
120 PSI or 0.275 and 0.82 MPa on models with a
water filter.
Power drill.
1/2″ or adjustable wrench.
Straight- and Phillipsblade screwdriver
Two 1/4″ outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect
the copper tubing to the shu toff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will
need an adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water
line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube
cutter and then use a compression fitting.
Shut off valve to connect to the cold water line. The Shut off valve should
have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32″ at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in
many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.
1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line.
2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to
connect into the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to
connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to the top or side,
rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water
pipe.
3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill 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 not to allow water to drain
into the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4″ hole may result in
reduced ice production or smaller cubes.
4. FASTEN THE SHUT OFF VALVE
Fasten the shut off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve
Vertical Cold Water Pipe
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to.
Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult
with your licensed plumber.
5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush
the tubing.
Washer
Pipe Clamp
Inlet End
Clamp Screw
6. ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor (behind the
refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about
8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10″ diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.
7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
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
fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve
Compression Nut
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.
8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is
clear.
Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing.
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9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator
power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.
If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing
one. If your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of
the refrigerator’s water valve. Install the filter in the water line near the
refrigerator.
Remove the plastic flexible cap from the refrigerator connection.
IMPORTANT: Do not use old, worn or used waterlines, only use new for a better
use and service. Connect only to the supply of drinking water for your safety
and health.
10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUT OFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
Reattach the compressor compartment access cover.
11. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
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.
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing.
Insert the end of the tubing into the connection as far as possible. While
holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
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 will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch
is in the I (on) position.
Refrigerator Connection Ferule (sleeve)
Tubing Clamp
1/4″ Compression Nut
1/4″ Tubing
Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to the back of the refrigerator. First, loosen the screw fastening the clamp. Next, insert the tubing in the groove. Finally, re-fasten the screw.
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UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
Your new refrigerator 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 are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and cabinets, can make
the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the
kinds of sounds and what may be making them.
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.
Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line, or
items stored on top of the refrigerator.
Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items
at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new
refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and you may hear a pulsating or
high-pitched sound.
You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise.
Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound.
You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.
You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.
REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE
Check if… The power supply cord is unplugged.
A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker tripped.
The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position.
Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.
Then… Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. Replace the
fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Refer to the Setting the Controls. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to
end.
VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE
Check if… The refrigerator is not resting solidly on the floor.
LIGHTS DO NOT WORK
Check if… The power supply cord is unplugged. Light bulb is loose in the
socket.
Light bulb has burned out.
Then… Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting. See
Installation Section.
Then… Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. 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
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COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH
Check if…
Then…
The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model.
Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more operating time.
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more often.
The door is opened often or a large amount of food has just been added.
Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator. It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. See the Food Storage Guide Section. 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 as soon as the food is removed.
The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was set correctly.
The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely.
The refrigerator control was not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.
See the Adjusting control settings Section.
The doors are not closed completely.
Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see Doors will not close completely below.
The condenser coils are dirty.
This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder.
Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section.
DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY
Check if… The refrigerator is not level. Food packages are blocking the door
open. The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins or baskets are out
of position.
The gaskets are sticking.
The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable.
The doors were removed during product installation and not properly replaced.
Then…
See the Installation Section to level refrigerator.
Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves.
Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves and baskets into
their correct positions. See the Using Your Refrigerator Section.
Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax
on the gaskets after cleaning.
Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Door Closing and Alignment Section.
Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing, Reversing and
Replacing Refrigerator Doors section or call a qualified service technician.
FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD
Check if…
Then…
The door is not closing properly.
See Doors will not close completely above.
The door is opened often.
When the door is opened, warm, humid air is allowed in the freezer resulting in frost.
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ICE HAS OFF-TASTE OR ODOR
Check if…
Then…
The icemaker was recently installed.
Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or off-flavored ice.
The ice has been stored for too long.
Throw away old ice and make new supply.
The food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment.
Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly.
The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.
A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems.
The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.
See Care and Cleaning section.
Ice storage bin needs cleaning.
Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN
Check if…
Then…
The refrigerator is defrosting.
The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.
It is more humid than normal.
Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.
THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE
Check if…
Then…
The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.
Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section.
THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY
Check if…
Then…
The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the Setting the Controls Section.
Door left open.
Check to see if something is holding the door open.
CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL
Check if…
Then…
Smaller cube size level is selected.
Select larger cube size using cube size selector.
Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water line may be clogged.
Call a plumber to clear the valve.
THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN
Check if… The gaskets are dirty or sticky.
The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened.
Then…
Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance
polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning.
When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator. As the warm air
cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is hard to open, wait 5 minutes to
allow the air pressure to equalize, then see if it opens more easily.
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AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK
Check if…
Then…
Icemaker power switch in the O (off) position.
Move the switch to the I (on) position.
Water supply turned off or not connected.
See the Connecting the Water Line section.
Freezer compartment too warm.
Wait 24 hours for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature.
Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker Level cubes by hand. to shut off.
TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP
Check if…
Then…
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 sense airflow and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow. Refer to multi flow Section for the location of air vents.
The doors are opened often.
When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator. The more the door is opened, the faster 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 as soon as the food is removed.
The control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.
Refer to the Setting the Controls Section. Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out. If the temperature is too cold or too warm, move the dial one number at a time.
A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or freezer.
Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature.
The food is not packaged correctly.
Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation. If necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide Section.
The doors are not closed completely.
Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see Doors will not close completely.
The weather is humid.
In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
A self-defrost cycle was completed.
It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts.
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References
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