LG 50144815 - LFX23961ST 22.6 cu. ft.... User manual

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Sealed System 7 years 1 year [In-Home Service (Except Model GR-051 )]
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Refrigerador /Congelador 1aSo 1aSo[Servicioadomicilio (Excepto ModeloGR-051)]
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(Compresor, Condensador, Evaporador)
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English Version 4
Spanish Version 36
Warranty (USA) 2 -3
Safety Instructions 5 =6
Grounding Requirements 6
Parts and Features 7
Refrigerator Installation 8 =10
Unpacking your refrigerator 8
Installation 8
Base Grille 8
Removing, Reversing and Replacing 9 - 11
Pull out drawer 12 - 13
Leveling and door alignment 14
Using your refrigerator 15 =25
Ensuring proper air circulation 15
Multi Flow 15
Door alarm 15
Control Panel features 15
Setting the controls 16
Adjusting control settings 17
Food storage guide 18
Storing frozen food 18
Refrigerator Section 18
Refrigerator shelves 19
Chef Fresh 20
Crisper humidity control 20
Optibin Crisper 20
Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface 21
Design-A-Door 21
Dairy Bin 21
Egg Box 21
Freezer Section 22
Ice Bin 22
Wire Durabase 22
Tilting Door 24
Water Dispenser 23 - 24
Filter 22 - 24
In-door ice bin 25
Care and Cleaning 26 =27
General cleaning tips 26
Outside 26
Inside walls 26
Door liner and gaskets 26
Plastic parts 26
Condenser coils 26
Light bulb replacement 26 - 27
Power interruptions 27
When you go on vacation 27
About the Custom Cube Icemaker 28
Connecting the Water Line 29 =31
Troubleshooting Guide 32 =35

Thisguidecontainsmanyimportantsafetymessages.Alwaysreadandobeyallsafetymessages.
Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol.Italertsyoutosafetymessagesthatinformyouofhazardsthatcankillor
Hurtyouorothers,orcausedamagetotheproduct.
AllsafetymessageswillbeprecededbythesafetyalertsymbolandthehazardsignalwordDANGER,
WARNING,CAUTION.Thesewordsmean:
Youwill be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
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.
Toreduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons oThe refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply
when using your product, basic safety precautions should
be followed, includingthe following:
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull itstraight out from the outlet.
"Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have
becomefrayed or otherwise damaged. Do notuse 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
liquidsin thevicinity of this or any other appliance.
" DONOT allow childrento climb, stand or hang on the refrigerator
doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the
refrigeratorand seriously injure themselves.
• Keepfingers 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.
• Unplugyour refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs.
NOTE:We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed
bya qualified individual.
Beforereplacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the refrigerator or
turn off power atthe circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid
contact with a live wirefilament. (Aburned-out light bulb may
breakwhen being replaced.)
NOTE Setting: either or bothcontrols to the OFF position does not
remove powerto the light circuit.
o Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break
when frozen, causing damage.
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plug isaccessible for quick disconnection when accident happens.
For personal safety,this appliance must be properlygrounded.
Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure theoutlet is properlygrounded.
Readall instructions before using this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in
this use and careguide.
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold
surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or
wet. Skin may adhereto the extremely cold surfaces.
In refrigeratorswith automatic icemakers,avoid contact with the
moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating
element that releases the cubes. DO NOT placefingers 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 ofAgriculture in Home and
Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
"...Youmay safely refreeze frozen foods that havethawed if
they still contain ice crystals or ifthey are still cold below
40°F (4°C).''
"...Thawedground 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. Ifthe odor or color of
any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be
dangerous to eat."
"Even partialthawing and refreezing reduces the eatingquality
of foods, particularlyfruits, vegetables and prepared foods. The
eatingquality of red meats isaffected less than that of many
other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to
Save as much of their quality as you can."
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the i_ BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY
past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous, _ YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR
even if they will sit for "just a few days". If you are getting rid OR FREEZER
of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions at right
to help prevent accidents. • Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
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
collection 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.
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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
walt receptacle -...
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, 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
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.
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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Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.
NOTE: This guide covers several dierent 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,
O Refrigerator Light
O Ice Room
Egg Box
Snack Pan
Modular Door Bins
O Water Tank Cover
O Crisper
ice Bin
O Filter (Inside)
_Dairy Bin
@ Refrigerator Shelves
Freezer Light
Turbo Motor
Glide out Drawer
Durabase
QDivider
ice Bucket
oom Door
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*On some models

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 usign. Do not remove any warning type
labels, the model and serial number label, or the techsheet
(on some models), 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.
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.
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 (_mRi)to lower it.
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.
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Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers,
shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed
together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
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.
E 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.
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
1. Remove screws from Base Grille and remove.
2. Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.
A proper distance from adjacent items
(5.08 cm) 2"
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 charges consumption.

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
_10 mm I/4in
1/4 in _===_ 3/32 in |
Hexhe dj/8ciketwrench !
Phillips screwdriver Flat head screwdriver Allen wrench J
To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door handles.
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.
REMOVING REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER HANDLES
1.Removing Refrigerator Handle
•Loosen the set screws with the 3/32" Allen
wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners
need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4"
Allen wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
Screw
Allen Wrench
2.Removing Freezer Drawer Handle
•Loosen the set screws located on the lower
side of the handle with the 3/32" Allen
wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: if the handle mounting fasteners
need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4"
Allen wrench,

REMOVING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
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
o Loosen the screws and remove the cove on back side (see figure A).
oDisconnect water supply tube by pushing back on the disconnect ring (3).
• Loosen the cover screw (1).
oDisconnect door switch wire (2).
• Pull out the tube (4).
[] CAUTION: If a tube end is deformed or worn out, cut the damaged portion away.
oDisconnect wire harness (5).
oRemove the ground screw (6).
oLoosen screws (7) and lift off the top hinge (8).
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.
Right Door
oLoosen the cover screw (1).
oDisconnect door switch wire (2).
oLoosen screws (7) and lift off the top hinge (8).
oPlace the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.
(7)
(8)
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(2) (8)
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2.Replacing Refrigerator Door
Right Door
o Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (9). Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.
° Replace the top hinge (8) installing hinge screws (7) to secure it.
o 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 hinge. Make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even.
•Connect the door switch wire (2).
oTighten the cover screw (1).
Left Door
• Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (10). Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.
• Replace the top hinge (8) installing hinge screws (7) 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
tightening. And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even.
o Insert the water supply tube (4) into the connector tube until you see only one scale mark,
(Fully insert the tube over 5/8" (15 mm)).
• Install the ground screw (6) and connect the wire harness (5).
" Connect the door switch wire (2).
oTighten the cover screw (1).
• Disassembly :
1. PuHHout tube whime pressing
coNHetsand disassembHe it.
Cotlet
Insert
Connecting tube color
• Blue to Blue
, White to White
, Assembly :
1. hsert tube until you can see onHyone line.
2. After inserting, puIHout tube to check if it's properHy inserted.
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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.
•Press both hangers with yours thumbs to lift it up.
•Separate the left and right rail cover
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•Remove the screws (2) of the rail on both sides.
• With both hands, hold the center of the bar and push it
in to let both rails fitted simultaneously,
E_CAUTION: When you remove the drawer, do not hold
handle. If it comes off, it could cause personal injury.
I_ 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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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
PULL OUT DRAWER
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury 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 tabs (2).
• Lower door into final position and tighten the screws (3)
• With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the
lower basket (4) in the rail assembly.
[] 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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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.
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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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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 the
gasket is damaged, efficiency may be lowered because
of escaping cool air.
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
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.
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
Press the button for the desired function to review and
select other settings. For complete details on button
functions see pages 16-17,
•LED DISPLAY
The LED display shows the
temperature settings, dispenser
options, and the water filter, door
alarm, and locking status
messages.
• ICE TYPE
The ICE TYPE is used to select
cube ice or crushed ice.
• FREEZER
Press the FREEZER button to
adjust the temperature in the
freezer compartment.
, REFRIGERATOR
Press the REFRIGERATOR
button to adjust the temperature
In the refrigerator compartment.
NOTE: When pressed
simultaneously with the
FREEZER button for more than
five seconds, the temperature
display will change from
Fahrenheit to Celsius or vice
versa.
• ICE PLUS
Press this button to turn on the
ICE PLUS. Feature, which
increases ice making capabilities
up to about 20 percent.
• LIGHT/FILTER
The LIGHT/FILTER button
controls the lamp in the dispenser.
The FILTER/FILET buttonresets
the water filter replacement
indicator when the water filter has
been replaced.
• ALARM/LOCK
Press this button to control the
door-open alarm.
Press this button to lock or unlock
all the other function buttons on
the control panel, including
operation of the dispenser.
Display Off Mode: To activate energy save mode press and
hold ICE PLUS and FREEZER key over 5 seconds until the
lights turn off. If the Display is touched or any door opens
the lights will turn on and after 20 seconds of inactivity the
lights will turn off automatically. To exit Display OFF Mode
press and hold ICE PLUS and FREEZER key over 5
seconds until the lights tilt. Display Energy Save Mode does
not affect the temperature control settings of the unit.
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SETTING THE CONTROLS
The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser
options, and the water filter, door alarm, and locking status
messages.
ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURES AND
DISPLAY
Adjust Freezer Temperature
To adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment, press
the FREEZER button to cycle through the range of available
settings.
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Adjust Refrigerator Temperature
To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment,
press the REFRIGERATOR button to cycle through the
range of available settings.
NOTE: The actual inner temperature varies depending on
the food status, since the indicated temperature setting is the
target temperature and not the actual temperature within the
refrigerator. Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at
37 °F (3 °C). Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to
stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature as
illustrated above.
O Dispenser selection indicator
Shows cubed ice or crushed ice selection that will be
dispensed when the push switch is pressed.
Freezer temperature
Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment
in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
18tRefrigerator temperature
indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator
compartment in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
OIce Plus
When the ICE PLUS button is pressed, the display will
indicate the selected function has been activated.
Q Dispenser light indicator
When the LIGHT button is pressed, the display will
indicate the selected function: The dispenser light is on,
this indicator will appear on the display panel.
Q Door alarm indicator
This indicator shows that the door-open warning alarm is
activated.
Temperature Display
To change the temperature display from Fahrenheit to
Celsius:
• Simultaneously press and hold the FREEZER and
REFRIGERATOR buttons for more than 5 seconds.
• DO the same to convert back to Fahrenheit.
OPERATING THE DISPENSER
Dispensing Crushed Ice
Press the ICE TYPE button to
illuminate the Crushed and
Cubed Ice icon.
Press the push switch with a glass or other
container and crushed ice will be dispensed.
Press the push switch with a glass or other
container and cubed ice will be dispensed.
NOTE: Hold the glass or other container in place for a
couple of seconds after dispensing ice or water to catch the
last few cubes or drops. The dispenser is designed not to
operate while either refrigerator door is open.
O Water filter status
This indicator shows the current status for the water filter.
See the filter indicator.
Q Lock status
This indicator shows the current status for the control
panel functions is set to LOCK.
DISPENSING WATER
[[ i I Press the push water switch or activate
water button with a glass or other
container and chilled water will be
dispensed.
When the water switch or water button is pressed, the light
will be illuminated.
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Press the LIGHT/FILTER button to turn the
dispenser light on and off.
Press and hold the LIGHT/FILTER button
HOLD3SECS for more than 3 seconds to reset the filter
MONTH indicator after the water filter has been
replaced.
SETTING THE FUNCTIONS
Press the button for the desired function to view and select
other settings.
Press and hold the ALARM/LOCK button for 3
seconds to lock the dispenser and all of the other
control panel functions. Press and hold again for 3
seconds to unlock.
The ALARM/LOCK button also controls the
door alarm that sounds three times in 30 seconds
intervals when a compartment door is left open for
more than 60 seconds. The alarm stops sounding
when the door is closed.
Press the ALARM/LOOK button once to activate or
deactivate the door alarm function.
Press the ICE PLUS button once to activate
the ice plus function. The ICE PLUS icon on the
display panel will illuminate when activated. The ice
plus function runs the freezer compartment at the
coldest setting for a 24-hour period to increase ice
making by up to about 20%, and then turn off
automatically.
Press the button again to cancel the Ice Plus function.
CAUTION
When opening the container with the small opening, use it
near the opening of the water or ice dispenser as close as
possible,
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ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS
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
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.
CONDmON/REASON: RECOMMENDEDADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATORsection Turn REFRIGERATOR
too warm
Door opened often control to next
Large amount of food added higher number,
Room temperature very warm wait 24 hours,
then re-check
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
REFRIGERATORsection to
Cold
Controls not set correctly for
your conditions
Turn FREEZER
control to next
higher number,
wait 24 hours,
Then re-check
Move items out
of airstream
TurnREFRIGERATOR
control to next
lower number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check
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FREEZER section too cold
Controls not set correctly for
your conditions
Turn FREEZER
Control to next
lower number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
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
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
o Non-polyethylene plastic containers
,Containers without tight lids
- Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
• Thin, semi-permeable wrap
Freezing
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 Ib to 3 Ib
(0.91 kg to 1.36 kg 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.
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.
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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.
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 pebble-sized pieces.
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.
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.
o 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.
o To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf
toward you.
To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.
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.
Convenience Shelves (on some models)
©• Folding Shelf: You can store taller items such as gallon
containers or bottles by simply sliding the shelf back.
ii:o
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.
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CHEF FRESH /SNACK PAN (on some models)
While holding the chef fresh with one hand, pull itforward
slightly. Lift slightly and pull itout.
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: 1) a humidity
control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2) a
large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold
or release moisture.
On some models is applied an
independent temperature
control.
NOTE: DO NOT store lettuce or other leafy produce in this
drawer.
COLD COLDER
, Cauliflower oSteaks
,Cucumbers _ Hard cheeses
• Zucchinis •Cold cuts
•Apples •Bacon
•Corn •Hot dogs
oOranges
o Grapes
[] WARNING: Fruits and vegetables may be damage
at the coldest setting.
To remove the glass:
1. Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the
crisper cover.
2. Pull up and out.
CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL
(on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-
sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between
"High" and "Low"
• "High": Lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of
fruits.
• "Low": Keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.
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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