LG GR-F401 Series User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
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Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance
and keep it handy for reference at all times.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual is produced for a group of products
and may contain images or content different from
the model you purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the
manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................03
Important Safety Instructions...............................................................06
INSTALLATION.......................................................12
Notes for Installation ...........................................................................12
Leg Adjustment ...................................................................................12
To Reverse the Doors..........................................................................13
To Install Refrigerators in Pairs............................................................13
OPERATION ...........................................................14
Parts and Functions.............................................................................14
Notes for Operation ............................................................................15
Using Control Panel.............................................................................16
Using the Water Dispenser..................................................................18
Using Easy Open Door........................................................................19
Using Other Functions ........................................................................19
PRODUCT MANAGEMENT....................................20
Using the Smart Diagnosis Function ..................................................20
Cleaning .............................................................................................21
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................23
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................27

03
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or
damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the product.
The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described
below.
This symbol is displayed to the indicate matters and operations that
can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the
instructions in order to avoid risk.
WARNING - This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions
can cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION - This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions
can cause the minor injury or damage the product.
following.
WARNING
CHILDREN IN THE HOUSEHOLD
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
PROHIBITION OF STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVE SUBSTANCES
this appliance.

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TECHNICAL SAFETY
xKeep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear
of obstruction.
xDo not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process,
other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
xDo not damage the refrigerant circuit.
xDo not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
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disposing of them.
xThis appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), natural gas
with high environmental compatibility, but it is also combustible. When transporting and
installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating
circuit are damaged.
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the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes. In order to avoid the
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size of the room in which the appliance is used should correspond to the amount of
refrigerant used. The room must be 1 m2in size for every 8 g of R600a refrigerant
inside the appliance.
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plate inside the appliance.
xNever start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your
dealer.
APPLIANCE USAGE RANGE
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DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE
1. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from
the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed
by the government or the local authorities.
2. The correct disposal or your old appliance will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health.
3. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please
purchased the product.

06
Important Safety Instructions
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following.
WARNING
Installation
Be careful not to let the door fall
during assembly or disassembly.
xThis can cause injury.
Be careful not to puncture or tear
the cable during assembly or
disassembly of the product door.
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Ground the product for safety. For
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at an LG Electronics service centre.
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cause product failure or electric shock
due to short circuit.
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area.
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or cause misalignment of the door.
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Do not install the product in a damp
area and keep away from splashing
rain or water.
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Be careful not to expose the rear of
the product during the installation.
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Power
outlets.
The circuit breaker may be tripped
causing food to spoil, water to leak,
Use only grounded extension socket
outlets.
Using an ungrounded extension socket
outlet can cause electric shock or injury.
Do not plug multiple products into
multiple socket-outlets or extension
cords.
Be careful not to point the power
plug up or let the product lean
against the plug.
This may allow moisture into the power
plug or damage the power plug causing
Remove the power plug when you
clean the product or replace the
inside lamp.
Not removing the plug can cause
electric shock or injury.
Do not touch the power plug with
wet hands.
It can cause the electric shock or injury.
Plug the power in the outlet tightly
after removing the moisture and dust
completely.
Improper contact can cause the electric
When pulling out the power plug
not the cable.
Damage of the cable can cause the
electric shock or injury.
If the power cable or power plug is
damaged or the hole of the outlet
plug and contact LG Electronics
service centre.
Improper contact can cause electric
Unplug the power plug during
thunder or lightening or when not in
use for a long period of time.
Do not bend the power cable
excessively or place a heavy object
on top of it.
Damage of the power cable can cause
Do not extend the length of the
power cable or alter it.
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Immediately unplug the power plug
and contact an LG Electronics
service centre if you detect any
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Do not use the product for any
purpose (storage of medical or
experimental materials or shipping)
other than household use.
xImproper use can cause electric shock,
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on the back.
xThe bottom and back of the product are
made of steel, and may cause electric
shock or injury.
Be careful of nearby children when
you open or close the product door.
xThe door may bump the child and cause
injury.
Be careful of a child being trapped
inside the product.
xA child trapped inside the product can
suffocate and die.
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product and contact the LG
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touch the product or power plug and
ventilate the area immediately.
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injury.
xThis product uses a very eco-friendly
gas (isobutane, R600a) as the
refrigerant. Although it uses a small
amount of the gas, it is still combustible
gas. Gas leakage during product
transport, installation or operation can
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are caused.
Do not spray the water inside or
outside the product to clean it.
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Only an authorized repair person
from LG Electronics service centre
should disassemble, repair, or
modify the product. Contact an LG
Electronics service centre if you
move the product.
Improper service may cause injury,
Do not place heavy or fragile objects,
liquids, combustible substances, or
and lamps) on the product.
This can cause electric shock, injury or
benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG,
combustible spray, insecticide, air
freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the
product.
Do not use a hair drier to dry the
inside of the product or place a
candle inside to remove the odours.
If moisture penetrates inside the
product, unplug the power and
contact an LG Electronics service
centre.
Do not apply excessive force or
impact to the back cover of the
product.
Disposal
When you dispose the product,
remove the door gasket while all
parts are where they should be and
keep children away from the product.
A child trapped inside the product can
Dispose of the packaging material
from children.
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CAUTION
Installation
Do not tilt the product to pull or push
it when transporting.
xThe product can fall down and cause
injury.
The product should only be
transported by multiple people
and while holding handles on the
front bottom and the rear top of the
product securely.
xAccidently dropping the product may
cause product damage or body injury.
Operation
Do not place glass containers or
bottles inside the fridge or shelf that
can fall below 0 ºC.
xThe glass container may break and
cause injury.
Do not place a living animal inside
the product.
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storage room or shelf or climb up on
it.
xThe product can fall down or pinch
the hand in the door causing injury.
Be particularly cautious of children
operating the product.
Keep food organized inside the
product.
xItems may fall down when you open or
close the product door causing injury.
Prevent animals or pets from
nibbling on the power cable or water
hose.
xThis can cause electric shock to the
animal or damage the product or
property.

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Do not open or close the product
door with excessive force.
Food stored inside may fall causing
injury.
If the hinge of the product door is
stop using it and contact an LG
Electronics service centre.
If products fall down, it can cause the
product damage or injury.
Supervise a child or a person with
poor cognitive skills to ensure they
use the product safely
This can cause injury.
To remove frost from inside the
service centre.
Defrosting improperly can cause
product damage.
Be careful not to damage the
refrigerant line while using.
Otherwise, it may cause product
damage.
Do not place another electronic
product (such as heater and mobile
phone) inside the product during
use.
Using the product for any purpose other
product damage.

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INSTALLATION
Notes for Installation
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cause vibration and noise causing the product to fall
resulting in injury.
xIf the product front or rear are not level, put a solid
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and push the product to level it horizontally.
Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight
or moisture.
Install accessories such as ice cube box, etc., in their
proper places. They are packed together to prevent
possible damage during shipment.
Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet.
Don't double up with other appliances on the same
outlet.
Product with handle shall be located at least 55 mm from
the wall on the hinge side to open door by 90°.
The warm air under and behind the product must be
able to escape or power consumption will increase.
Climate Class
The appliance is designed to operate at the limited
range of ambient temperature, depending on climate
zones. Do not use the appliance at the temperature over
the limit. Climate class of your appliance is indicated
on the label with technical description inside the fridge
compartment.
Class Symbol
Ambient
temperature
range ºC
Extended
temperate
SN +10 – +32
Temperate
N +16 – +32
Subtropical
ST +16 – +38
Tropical
T +16 – +43
Extended
temperate
-Tropical
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Leg Adjustment
To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled.
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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 counterclockwise ( ) to
raise the unit, clockwise ( ) to lower it.

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To Reverse the Doors
Your product is designed with reversible doors, do that
they may open from either the left of right hand side to
suit your kitchen design.
NOTE
However when you want to reverse the doors
your refrigerators in pairs, you must call to service
center. Revising the doors is not covered by the
warranty.
To Install Refrigerators in Pairs
Your fridge can be installed with freezer in pairs as the
below image.
NOTE
However when you want to install your
refrigerators in pairs, you must call to service
center. Installation condition is not covered by the
warranty.

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OPERATION
Parts and Functions
Control Panel
This adjusts the inside temperature of the fridge.
Water Dispenser (Optional)
This is a dispenser to get cold water.
LED Lamp
The LED lamps inside the product light when you
open the fridge door.
Fridge Shelf
This is where refrigerated foods and other items
are stored.
xThis adjusts the shelf height by inserting the
shelf in another groove of different height.
xStore the foods with higher moisture content at
the front of the shelf.
xThe actual number of shelves will differ from
model to model.
Bottle Rack (Optional)
This is where drinks tall bottles or containers are
stored.
xDo not store short bottles or containers. The
items may fall and to cause an injury or product
damage.
CAUTION
Vegetable Drawer
This is where fruits and vegetables are stored
fresh.
Dairy Corner
This is where dairy products such as the butter or
cheese are stored.
Basket Door
This is where small packages of refrigerated
foods, drinks and sauce containers are stored.

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Notes for Operation
Suggestion for Energy Saving
Please do not keep the door open for a long time,
close door in the shortest time.
air circulating freely.
Do not set the temperature of product lower than
needed. Do not put the food near the temperature
sensor. Keep the distance of least 5 mm from the
sensors.
Allow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot
food in the product could spoil other food, and lead to
higher electric bills.
Do not block air vents with food. Smooth circulation of
cold air keeps product temperature even.
Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets
warm air enter the product, and cause temperature to
rise.
To keep a position of inner parts like as baskets,
drawers, shelves and Fridge Supplied by manufacturer
Storing Foods Effectively
Store frozen food or refrigerated food inside sealed
containers.
Check the expiration date and label (storage
instructions) before storing food in the product.
Do not store food for a long period of time if it spoils
easily at a low temperature.
Place the refrigerated food or frozen food inside each
fridge or freezer immediately after purchasing.
space. Cold air cannot circulate properly if the product
Cool hot food before storing. If too much hot food is
placed inside, the internal temperature of the product
can increase and negatively affect other foods stored
in the product.
Do not open or close the product door excessively.
Limit storage inside the freezer to 1–3 weeks.
Always keep the product clean.

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Using Control Panel
Units and Functions
xThe actual control panel may differ from model to
model.
Control Panel
xThis image shows the initial display.
xTo display function settings, press the buttons
in – .
Fridge Temperature
xThis sets the fridge temperature.
Power
xThis turns the power on and off.
Express Cool
xThis sets Express Cool functions.
Eco Friendly
xThis controls the Power Save mode for lowering
energy consumption.
Door Alarm
xThis sets the alarm sound which is activated
when the product door is opened.
Child Lock
xThis locks the buttons on the control panel.
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Setting Power
This turns the power on and off.
Press the Power button for 3 seconds or longer. The
control panel lights, and the power is on.
Turn off the power when you are not using the
product.
When you press the Power button to turn off the
product, the product is no longer operating. Turn it off
only when you are not using the product.
Adjusting the Fridge Temperature
This adjusts the fridge temperature.
Press the Fridge Temperature button to adjust the
temperature.
The temperature is initially set to 3 °C, and the fridge
temperature can be adjusted between 0 °C – 6 °C.
This adjusts the fridge temperature according to how
the internal temperature changes. The actual inner
temperature varies depending on the food status,
as the indicated setting temperature is a target
temperature, not actual temperature within fridge.
NOTE
Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to
three hours before putting food in it.
Setting Express Cool
This quickly cools many refrigerated foods at once.
When you press the Express Cool button, the
EXPRESS COOL icon lights on the control panel,
and the Express Cool function is set. The function is
enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the
button.
The Express Cool function automatically terminates
Setting Power Save Mode
If you are away from home for a long period, this adjusts
the Power Save mode to save energy.
When you press the Eco Friendly button, the ECO
FRIENDLY icon lights on the control panel, and the
mode is set. The mode is enabled and disabled in turn
each time you press the button.
The Fridge Temperature or Express Cool button is
disabled in Power Save mode.
press the Fridge Temperature or Express Cool
button in Power Save mode.
To use the fridge temperature or Express Cool
functions, press the ECO FRIENDLY button again to
disable the Power Save mode.

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Setting Power
This turns the power on and off.
Press the Power button for 3 seconds or longer. The
control panel lights, and the power is on.
Turn off the power when you are not using the
product.
When you press the Power button to turn off the
product, the product is no longer operating. Turn it off
only when you are not using the product.
Adjusting the Fridge Temperature
This adjusts the fridge temperature.
Press the Fridge Temperature button to adjust the
temperature.
The temperature is initially set to 3 °C, and the fridge
temperature can be adjusted between 0 °C – 6 °C.
This adjusts the fridge temperature according to how
the internal temperature changes. The actual inner
temperature varies depending on the food status,
as the indicated setting temperature is a target
temperature, not actual temperature within fridge.
NOTE
Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to
three hours before putting food in it.
Setting Express Cool
This quickly cools many refrigerated foods at once.
When you press the Express Cool button, the
EXPRESS COOL icon lights on the control panel,
and the Express Cool function is set. The function is
enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the
button.
The Express Cool function automatically terminates
Setting Power Save Mode
If you are away from home for a long period, this adjusts
the Power Save mode to save energy.
When you press the Eco Friendly button, the ECO
FRIENDLY icon lights on the control panel, and the
mode is set. The mode is enabled and disabled in turn
each time you press the button.
The Fridge Temperature or Express Cool button is
disabled in Power Save mode.
press the Fridge Temperature or Express Cool
button in Power Save mode.
To use the fridge temperature or Express Cool
functions, press the ECO FRIENDLY button again to
disable the Power Save mode.

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Setting Door Alarm
This sets an alarm to activate when the product door is
opened.
xWhen you press the Door Alarm button, the DOOR
ALARM icon lights and activates the alarm. The
function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you
press the button.
xContact an LG Electronics service centre if the alarm
continues after closing the door.
Setting and Resetting Child Lock
This locks the buttons on the control panel.
xWhen you press the Child Lock button for 1 second,
the Set/Reset icon on the control panel lights. The
function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you
press the button.
xIf you press a button other than Child Lock when the
child lock is set, the button will not function.
xWhen you press a button other than Child Lock
when the child lock is set, the Set/Reset icon on the
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xTo use another function, press the Child Lock button
for 1 second to disable the function.
Using the Water Dispenser
1Open the cap (small cover) on the top of the water
tank.
2Fill the water tank with potable water and close the
cap (small cover).
xThe water tank can hold up to 2.3L.
3Press the lever of the water dispenser to get cold
water.
Dispenser Lever
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CAUTION

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Using Easy Open Door
To easily open the door, hold the handle and softly turn it
to the left.
Using Other Functions
Door Open Alarm
The alarm sounds 3 times in a 30-second interval if the
door is left open or not completely closed for one minute.
Contact an LG Electronics service centre if the alarm
sound continues even after closing the door.
Failure Detection
The product can automatically detect problems during
the operation.
If a problem is detected, the product does not operate
and an error code is displayed even when any button
is pressed.
When this occurs, do not turn off the power and
immediately contact the LG Electronics service centre.
If you turn off the power, the repair technician from LG
the problem.

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PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
Using the Smart Diagnosis
Function
Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis
by an LG Electronics service centre when the product
malfunctions or fails. Use this function only to contact
the service representative, not during normal operation.
1Close the product door.
2Press the Child Lock button on the control panel
for 1 second to activate the lock.
xIf the lock is already set, press the Child Lock
button and hold it to release the lock and then
press the Child Lock button and hold it again to
reset.
xPlease note that the smart diagnosis function will
not operate until 5 minutes have passed since
the locking was set.
3Press and hold the Fridge Temperature button for
3 seconds or longer.
xOnly 3 °C will be lit on the control panel.
xThe smart diagnosis function is automatically
terminated, and the operation is returned to its
original status 5 minutes after 3 °C is displayed
on the control panel when the door is closed.
4Open the product door and place a phone on the
speaker hole in the upper right corner.
xPosition the phone so that its microphone is
aligned with the speaker hole.
xThe smart diagnosis sound is generated after
around 3 seconds.
xDo not take the phone off the speak hole while
the data is transmitted.
xHold the phone on the upper right speaker hole
and wait while the data is transmitted for smart
diagnosis.
xThe data transfer sound may be harsh to the
ear while the smart diagnosis data is being
transmitted, but do not take the phone off the
speaker hole for accurate diagnosis until the data
transfer sound has stopped.
5After the data transfer is complete, the service
agent will explain the result of the smart diagnosis.
xWhen the data transfer is complete, the transfer
completion message is displayed and the
control panel is automatically turned off and
then on again after a few seconds. After the
counsellor explains the diagnosis result, take the
recommended measures.
NOTE
xThe smart diagnosis function depends on the local
call quality.
xThe communication performance will improve and
you can receive better service if you use the home
phone.
xIf the smart diagnosis data transfer is poor due
to poor call quality, you may not receive the best
smart diagnosis service.