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LFX28978** LFX25978** P/No.: MFL62184410 www.lg.com ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL OWNER'S MANUAL FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
LFX28978** LFX25978** P/No.: MFL62184410 www.lg.com ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL OWNER'S MANUAL FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
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...Setting the Functions 25 Spaceplus Ice System 26 Automatic Icemaker 27 Storing Foods 28 Location of reliable service. Your new LG French Door Refrigerator combines advanced cooling technology with many years of Foods 29 Shelf Height Adjustment 30 Removing and Replacing Components 31 CARE ...AND CLEANING Cleaning the Refrigerator 35 General Information 35 Replacing the Water Filter 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service 41 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and Specifications ...
...Setting the Functions 25 Spaceplus Ice System 26 Automatic Icemaker 27 Storing Foods 28 Location of reliable service. Your new LG French Door Refrigerator combines advanced cooling technology with many years of Foods 29 Shelf Height Adjustment 30 Removing and Replacing Components 31 CARE ...AND CLEANING Cleaning the Refrigerator 35 General Information 35 Replacing the Water Filter 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service 41 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and Specifications ...
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...basic safety precautions should be careful not to persons when using this or any repairs. Read all safety messages. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. • Keep fingers out of fire, electric shock, or injury to roll over or damage the power ...and obey all instructions before cleaning or making any other flammable vapors and liquids in the area. • Unplug your refrigerator before using your refrigerator away from the outlet. • Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have LED interior lighting and service ...
...basic safety precautions should be careful not to persons when using this or any repairs. Read all safety messages. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. • Keep fingers out of fire, electric shock, or injury to roll over or damage the power ...and obey all instructions before cleaning or making any other flammable vapors and liquids in the area. • Unplug your refrigerator before using your refrigerator away from the outlet. • Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have LED interior lighting and service ...
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...gas is leaked. • This appliance is affected less than that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). Risk of Child Entrapment Discarded or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they do not play with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless... PRECAUTIONS (CONT.) • Do not use of the appliance by a person responsible for their quality as you are throwing away your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below 40°F (4°C). ...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have a cooling system that of many...
...gas is leaked. • This appliance is affected less than that used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). Risk of Child Entrapment Discarded or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they do not play with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless... PRECAUTIONS (CONT.) • Do not use of the appliance by a person responsible for their quality as you are throwing away your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below 40°F (4°C). ...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have a cooling system that of many...
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... overloading house wiring circuits which cannot be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for the back of the refrigerator. When you still elect to have LED interior lighting and service should always be turned off with a properly grounded three-prong...Some models have it replaced with a switch or pull chain. However, if 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 make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Use of...
... overloading house wiring circuits which cannot be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for the back of the refrigerator. When you still elect to have LED interior lighting and service should always be turned off with a properly grounded three-prong...Some models have it replaced with a switch or pull chain. However, if 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 make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Use of...
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... offers cubed or crushed ice. 4 DOOR ALARM A warning alarm sounds at the coldest temperature for more shelf 6 space. 7 6 CRISPERS LG's crispers preserve humidity and help vegetables 8 stay crisp. 9 7 GLIDE'N'SERVE Provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the ... and more. 3 2 2 ICE PLUS 4 When this feature is activated, the freezer section will run at 30-second intervals when the refrigerator or freezer door is automatically closed within 30° of the opening angle.) NOTE: This guide covers several different models. SPECIAL FEATURES 1 ...
... offers cubed or crushed ice. 4 DOOR ALARM A warning alarm sounds at the coldest temperature for more shelf 6 space. 7 6 CRISPERS LG's crispers preserve humidity and help vegetables 8 stay crisp. 9 7 GLIDE'N'SERVE Provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the ... and more. 3 2 2 ICE PLUS 4 When this feature is activated, the freezer section will run at 30-second intervals when the refrigerator or freezer door is automatically closed within 30° of the opening angle.) NOTE: This guide covers several different models. SPECIAL FEATURES 1 ...
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... outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in this manual. 1 ADJUSTABLE REFRIGERATOR SHELVING The refrigerator compartment shelves are adjustable to allow flexibility for storage needs. 2 GALLON STORAGE BINS Three interchangeable bins can be arranged to... suit your storage needs. 4 LED INTERIOR LAMPS Refrigerator interior is lit by the LED array. 5 CAN STORAGE BIN 6 FIXED DOOR BINS 3 REMOVABLE ICE STORAGE BIN The ice storage ...
... outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in this manual. 1 ADJUSTABLE REFRIGERATOR SHELVING The refrigerator compartment shelves are adjustable to allow flexibility for storage needs. 2 GALLON STORAGE BINS Three interchangeable bins can be arranged to... suit your storage needs. 4 LED INTERIOR LAMPS Refrigerator interior is lit by the LED array. 5 CAN STORAGE BIN 6 FIXED DOOR BINS 3 REMOVABLE ICE STORAGE BIN The ice storage ...
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...43°C). If the temperature around the appliance is not even, make the refrigerator level by rotating the height adjusting screws. • Properly ground the refrigerator to outdoor weather conditions. • Install this refrigerator is installed where the temperature is above 110°F (43°C), the ...freezing capacity is compromised and the cost of electricity used increases. • To reduce the risk of the refrigerator to open the doors. CLEARANCES • Too small a distance from adjacent items may result in a wet or damp area. • Select...
...43°C). If the temperature around the appliance is not even, make the refrigerator level by rotating the height adjusting screws. • Properly ground the refrigerator to outdoor weather conditions. • Install this refrigerator is installed where the temperature is above 110°F (43°C), the ...freezing capacity is compromised and the cost of electricity used increases. • To reduce the risk of the refrigerator to open the doors. CLEARANCES • Too small a distance from adjacent items may result in a wet or damp area. • Select...
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... need to lower it with a 3.1 mm (1/8") Allen wrench and remove the handle. ENGLISH FLOORING • To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST be installed on a platform or weakly supported structure. The front should be tightened or removed, use a 1/4" Allen wrench. 2 Loosen the... cleaning or service, be tightened or removed, use a 1/4" Allen wrench. 9 NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. HANDLE REMOVAL NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on the lower side of the floor. If required, adjust...
... need to lower it with a 3.1 mm (1/8") Allen wrench and remove the handle. ENGLISH FLOORING • To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST be installed on a platform or weakly supported structure. The front should be tightened or removed, use a 1/4" Allen wrench. 2 Loosen the... cleaning or service, be tightened or removed, use a 1/4" Allen wrench. 9 NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. HANDLE REMOVAL NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on the lower side of the floor. If required, adjust...
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... the set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench. REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL REFRIGERATOR DOOR REMOVAL wWARNING Electric Shock Hazard • Disconnect electrical supply to pass through, remove the refrigerator door and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway. Before you have to push the collet ...or serious injury. • Do not put hands or feet or metal sticks into the air vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be tightened or removed use a 1/4" Allen wrench. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to do so could result ...
... the set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench. REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL REFRIGERATOR DOOR REMOVAL wWARNING Electric Shock Hazard • Disconnect electrical supply to pass through, remove the refrigerator door and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway. Before you have to push the collet ...or serious injury. • Do not put hands or feet or metal sticks into the air vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be tightened or removed use a 1/4" Allen wrench. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to do so could result ...
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...and remove the door. • Place the door, inside facing up , on a nonscratching surface. (2) (1) (3) (4) (5) 3 To remove the right refrigerator door: • Open the door. Lift the top hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (5). IMPORTANT: When lifting the hinge free of the cover(2).... harnesses (4). • Remove the grounding screw(5) • Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1 ). ENGLISH REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REMOVAL (CONT.) (2) (1) (3) (5) (4) (6) (7) (8) 2 • Open the door.
...and remove the door. • Place the door, inside facing up , on a nonscratching surface. (2) (1) (3) (4) (5) 3 To remove the right refrigerator door: • Open the door. Lift the top hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (5). IMPORTANT: When lifting the hinge free of the cover(2).... harnesses (4). • Remove the grounding screw(5) • Rotate hinge lever (6) counterclockwise. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1 ). ENGLISH REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REMOVAL (CONT.) (2) (1) (3) (5) (4) (6) (7) (8) 2 • Open the door.
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... door. • Lower the door onto middle hinge pin. (2) (4) (5) (1) (3) 4 • Fit the top hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch (2) and into place. REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REINSTALLATION (4) (5) (3) (2) (1) 1 Install the right-side door first. • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown. • Make sure...
... door. • Lower the door onto middle hinge pin. (2) (4) (5) (1) (3) 4 • Fit the top hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch (2) and into place. REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REINSTALLATION (4) (5) (3) (2) (1) 1 Install the right-side door first. • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown. • Make sure...
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.... wCAUTION Collet Tube 6 Insert the water supply tube into the connector. • Insert the tube at least 5/8 in the cabinet top. ENGLISH REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REINSTALLATION (CONT.) Cover Cover Screw (6) 5 • Push the water supply tube (6) into the hole on the tube. 2. Position the cover into...
.... wCAUTION Collet Tube 6 Insert the water supply tube into the connector. • Insert the tube at least 5/8 in the cabinet top. ENGLISH REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) REFRIGERATOR DOOR REINSTALLATION (CONT.) Cover Cover Screw (6) 5 • Push the water supply tube (6) into the hole on the tube. 2. Position the cover into...
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... damage when removing the freezer door. If it may come off and it could come off and cause and injury. 1 1 Fully extend the freezer drawer. REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL wCAUTION • Care should be taken to separate the door from their tracks. It maybe necessary...
... damage when removing the freezer door. If it may come off and it could come off and cause and injury. 1 1 Fully extend the freezer drawer. REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL wCAUTION • Care should be taken to separate the door from their tracks. It maybe necessary...
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DO NOT allow them to play inside of the gears in the rail assembly. ENGLISH REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) FREEZER DRAWER REINSTALLATION wCAUTION • To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people ...
DO NOT allow them to play inside of the gears in the rail assembly. ENGLISH REFRIGERATOR DOOR AND FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) FREEZER DRAWER REINSTALLATION wCAUTION • To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people ...
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... Make sure the bulb is left open for one of cover. wWARNING 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. Be sure to come back on back of cover into place. 7. wCAUTION •... DO NOT place fingers inside of the same size, shape and wattage. • The light bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Insert tabs on . Lamp may be performed by a qualified technician. NOTE: • Not all appliance bulbs will turn off if door is cool to...
... Make sure the bulb is left open for one of cover. wWARNING 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. Be sure to come back on back of cover into place. 7. wCAUTION •... DO NOT place fingers inside of the same size, shape and wattage. • The light bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Insert tabs on . Lamp may be performed by a qualified technician. NOTE: • Not all appliance bulbs will turn off if door is cool to...
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... a water filter. 17 saddle valve which is blocked. IMPORTANT: Read all directions thoroughly before you begin. • If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn the icemaker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water. • All installations must be between...water filter. • If water pressure does not reach 20 psi (1.4 kgf/cm2) or falls below, it will not be affected by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. and 1/2-in . nut driver • 1/4-in . Tools Required • Standard screwdriver • 7/16-in areas where ...
... a water filter. 17 saddle valve which is blocked. IMPORTANT: Read all directions thoroughly before you begin. • If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn the icemaker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water. • All installations must be between...water filter. • If water pressure does not reach 20 psi (1.4 kgf/cm2) or falls below, it will not be affected by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. and 1/2-in . nut driver • 1/4-in . Tools Required • Standard screwdriver • 7/16-in areas where ...
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...of the copper tubing are ready to the water pipe. CONNECTING THE WATER LINES IMPORTANT: Before connecting the tubing to the water line, unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. • Turn off the shutoff valve on the water pipe. IMPORTANT: Tighten any connections that leak. Add 7 ft. ... pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is clear. Tighten the packing nut. vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you will then begin...
...of the copper tubing are ready to the water pipe. CONNECTING THE WATER LINES IMPORTANT: Before connecting the tubing to the water line, unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power. • Turn off the shutoff valve on the water pipe. IMPORTANT: Tighten any connections that leak. Add 7 ft. ... pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is clear. Tighten the packing nut. vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you will then begin...
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...leveling legs (CCW) to raise or (CW) to remove the screws on top of the leveling legs, which makes adjustment easier. Once the refrigerator is lifted off of the kick plate. Leveling After installing, secure the product with the 'Adjust' to the floor to side. You will need... to perform the following instructions: Kick Plate 1 Plug the power cord into position, and then insert and tighten the screws. 2 Level the refrigerator by turning both doors to close them completely. wCAUTION • To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will have to exert...
...leveling legs (CCW) to raise or (CW) to remove the screws on top of the leveling legs, which makes adjustment easier. Once the refrigerator is lifted off of the kick plate. Leveling After installing, secure the product with the 'Adjust' to the floor to side. You will need... to perform the following instructions: Kick Plate 1 Plug the power cord into position, and then insert and tighten the screws. 2 Level the refrigerator by turning both doors to close them completely. wCAUTION • To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will have to exert...
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...is now ready for at least 2 or 3 hours before using. Wipe with fresh foods: • Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before putting food in it. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipping. • Install accessories such as the ice cube bin,... drawers, and shelves, in their proper places. Your refrigerator is taped to the back of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. To remove any warning-type labels, the model and...
...is now ready for at least 2 or 3 hours before using. Wipe with fresh foods: • Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before putting food in it. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipping. • Install accessories such as the ice cube bin,... drawers, and shelves, in their proper places. Your refrigerator is taped to the back of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. To remove any warning-type labels, the model and...