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: 1-888-LGCANADA O visítenos en la Web en: http://www.lg.ca Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. Veuillez lire ce guide attentivement avant la mise en service de l'appareil et gardez-le à portée de main pour le consulter en cas de besoin
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Information 34 Replacing the Water Filter 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service 36 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and Specifications 40 WARRANTY high efficiency. Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and your refrigerator will provide you with many years of reliable
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This guide contains chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. wWARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric straight out from the outlet. • Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a
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few days. If you are disposing of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you can
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power cord. Do not use an adapter plug. NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting and service should be performed by a qualified technician. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5
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SPECIAL FEATURES 1 CONTROL PANEL LED DISPLAY SCREEN Simple electronic controls are user-friendly. 1 The LED screen shows refrigerator and freezer temperatures, displays water filter status, dispenser information, and more. 3 2 2 ICE PLUS 4 When this feature is activated, the freezer
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features and components 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 MODULAR DOOR BINS Three
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CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION wWARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Two or more people are required when moving and unpacking the appliance. • Store and install the refrigerator where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions. • Install this appliance in
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it. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended. • Never install the refrigerator on a platform or weakly supported structure. NOTE: 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
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HANDLE REMOVAL (CONT.) HANDLE REINSTALLATION Mounting Fasteners 1 Place the handle on the door by aligning handle footprints to fit mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 2.5 mm (3/32") Allen wrench. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1/4"
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DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) DOOR REMOVAL (CONT.) (2) (1) (3) (5) (4) (6) (7) (8) 2 • Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1 ). • Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry back the hooks (not shown) on the front underside of the cover (2). Lift up the cover. • Remove the cover. Pull
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DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) DOOR REINSTALLATION (5) (6) (3) (2) (1) (4) 1 Install the right-side door first. • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown. • Make sure the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. 2 • Fit the top hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch (2) and
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DOOR AND DRAWER REMOVAL (CONT.) DOOR REINSTALLATION (CONT.) Cover Cover Screw (6) 5 • Push the water supply tube (6) into the hole on the top case and pull it through the backplate. wCAUTION Collet Tube 6 Insert the water supply tube into the connector. • Insert the tube at least 5/8 in. (15 mm
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REMOVAL (CONT.) FREEZER DRAWER REMOVAL wCAUTION • To avoid possible injury or product or property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions. • When you remove the drawer, do not hold the handle. It may come off and could cause injury. • When laying the drawer down, be
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damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions. wDANGER Risk of Child Entrapment • To prevent accidental child the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of the door supports to assemble the rail covers. wWARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment
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CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY wWARNING Connect to safe drinking water supply only. • The water pressure must be between 21 and 121 p.s.i. (1.5~8.5 kgf/cm2 ) on models without a water filter and between 43 and 121 p.s.i. (3~8.5 kgf/cm2) on models with a water filter. • If water pressure does not reach
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CONNECTING THE WATER LINES (CONT.) • Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4-in. drilled hole in the water pipe and the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and
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to side. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the following instructions: Kick Plate 1 Plug the power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet, and move the refrigerator into its final position. Remove the kick plate screws
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the height of the front of the refrigerator by using flat blade screw driver or 11/32" wrench. • Use the wrench (Included with the User Manual) to adjust the bolt in the door hinge to adjust the height. (CCW to raise or CW to lower the height.) STARTING Before loading your
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CONTROL PANEL FEATURES For complete details on button functions, see pages 22-24. ICE TYPE 1 LED DISPLAY The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status messages. 2 ICE TYPE BUTTON The ICE TYPE button is used to select Cubed Ice or
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THE LED DISPLAY The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status messages. 1 DISPENSER SELECTION INDICATOR Shows Cubed ice or Crushed Ice selection that will be dispensed when the push switch is pressed. 2 FREEZER TEMPERATURE Indicates
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ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURES AND DISPLAY Adjust Freezer Temperature To adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment, press the FREEZER button to cycle through the the range of available settings. Temperature Display To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to Celsius: FREEZER FREEZER
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OPERATING THE DISPENSER DISPENSING CRUSHED ICE ICE TYPE Press the ICE TYPE button to illuminate the Crushed Ice icon. Press the push ice switch with a glass or other container and crushed ice will be dispensed. DISPENSING CUBED ICE ICE TYPE Press the ICE TYPE button to illuminate the Cubed
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activate and deactivate the door alarm function. NOTE: Contact your local service center if the alarm continues to sound after the doors are function. DIAGNOSTIC FAILURE DETECTION The diagnostic function automatically detects problems with your refrigerator, and a diagnostic code will appear
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IN-DOOR ICE BIN wCAUTION • Keep hands and tools out of the ice bin door and dispenser chute. You could break something or injure yourself. The icemaker will stop producing ice when the ice bin is full. If you need more ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin in the freezer compartment so the
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may burst. • If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water filter and water supply. If the problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Center. Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected. • Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice. Such glasses or containers
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STORING FOODS • Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. • How food is frozen and thawed is an important factor in maintaining freshness and flavor. • Do not store food that spoils easily, such as bananas and melons, at low temperatures. • Allow hot food to cool prior to storing; placing
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LOCATION OF FOODS 4 1 2 5 3 1 REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT SHELVES Store larger food items, platters, and containers on the expansive refrigerator compartment shelves. 2 CRISPERS Store vegetables or fruits with humidity control. 4 DAIRY CORNER Store milk products such as butter and cheese. 5 MODULAR
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up the front of the shelf. Lift up the back and pull out the shelf. Folding Shelf Tilt up the front of the shelf 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. You
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cleaning and adjusting. Simply lift the bin and pull it straight out to remove it. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support button and push down until it stops. The dispenser drip tray has no self-draining function. It should be cleaned regularly. Remove the cover by
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REMOVING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS (CONT.) Crisper humidity control To remove the glass You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crispers. Store vegetables or fruits requiring more or less humidity in separate crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between HIGH and LOW. •
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REMOVING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS (CONT.) To replace Glide'N'Serve Tilting Door 1 • To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension. • Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out. • To install, slightly tilt up the front and insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into
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. 2 To reinstall, pull out both rails to full extension. Insert the end of rib in the bracket at left and right. Making sure that the guides at the front are lined up properly, gently push down on both sides. 33
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panels. Cleaning the Exterior For models with a stainless steel exterior, use a commercially available stainless steel cleaner in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. You may also use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners
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REPLACING THE WATER FILTER It is recommended that you replace the filter when the water filter indicator reaches 0 or the water dispenser or icemaker noticeably decreases production. 1 Rotate the knob of the old cartridge counterclockwise. When the cartridge is released, you will feel it click out
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. Problem Possible Causes Solutions Refrigerator compressor does
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Food stored in refrigerator drawers freezes. • setting. • This is normal. • Be sure floor is level and solid and can adequately support the refrigerator. • Remove items. • It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly. Move
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Moisture forms on the dispenser. • • Adjust the height-adjusting screw. • Be sure the floor is level and can adequately support the refrigerator. Contact a carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor. • Move the refrigerator.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions The dispenser will not dispense ice. • The ice storage bin is empty. • The household water 10 seconds, check for a leak. Please thoroughly read the Automatic Icemaker and Operating the Dispenser sections in this manual. 39
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KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS The appearance and specifications listed in this guide may vary due to constant product improvements. Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator Model LFX25971 Description Electrical Requirements Min. / Max. Water Pressure Dimensions French Door Refrigerator 115 VAC @
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THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: 1. Service trips to deliver, pick up, install, or repair the product; instruct the customer on operation of the product and recreational facilities) or contrary to the instructions outlined in the product owner's manual. 15. Costs associated with removal of your
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LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: 1. Service trips to deliver, pick up, or install the product; instructing a customer on operation of the product offices or recreational facilities) or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product owner's manual. 15. Costs associated with removal of the
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