LG GR-K243UG User manual

P/No. MFL31452705
Kimchi refrigerator
User's Guide
Model: GR-K243UG
Service center
Address:
P.O. Box240007
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, AL 35824
Call:
1-800-243-0000
Web:
http://www.lgservice.com

Advantages of the product
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Easy installation
 With a nice design to fit well with any
place in the kitchen, the refrigerator can
be installed any location where there
temperature is between 5 to 43°C.
Various food storage capabilities
You can not only store and ferment
Kimchi but also store Chungukjang
and use exclusively for freezing to
expand your variety of food to store.
Storage and seasoning at the
same time
You can separately select to store and
season the lid left/right and drawer
left/right compartment. (But drawer
right compartment is only for storage.)
Door that is easy to open and close
With an absorption device attached to
the door, the door can be lightly
opened and slowly closed to minimize
the impact.
High quality seal type Kimchi
storage container
The Kimchi storage container with
high usability and seal will keep the
Kimchi flavor fresh. (The shape of the
Kimchi storage container can differ
depending on the model).
Strong deodorizing function
 Both left and right compartments have a
separately installed "deodorizer" to
reduce the smell of Kimchi. When the
deodorizing effect is reduced, clean the
internal sides of the refrigerator and
reuse the deodorizer. (Refer to page 39
for methods on cleaning the refrigerator
and reusing the deodorizer.)
Magic crisper
 With a magic crisper installed on the lid of the
vegetable compartment, it will absorb moisture
when overly humid and adds moisture when overly
dry to keep the freshness of the vegetable.
To make a Chungkukjang and a
Old Kimchi
You can easily make and store the
Chungkukjang which is good for
health.
You can make the Old Kimchi in a
month, which it takes in general a year
or longer to ferment
Door cooling system
The refrigerant in the inside of the
door makes the inside temperature,
which became hot due to opening
the door, be stable quickly.
Absorb
moisture Release moisture
Overly
humid
Humid
deficiency

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Table of content
■This product is exclusively for 115V/60Hz.
Safety precautions ......................................................................................................... 4
Cautions during use ..................................................................................................... 9
Installation method ..................................................................................................... 10
Moving method .............................................................................................................. 12
Name of each part ....................................................................................................... 13
Name and function of operating control parts .......................... 14
Using method of operating control parts .................................. 16
How to make delicious Chungukjang and
general knowledge about Chungukjang .................................... 32
How to make delicious old Kimchi ............................................. 34
Proper food storage ...................................................................... 35
General knowledge about Kimchi ............................................... 36
Cleaning instructions .................................................................... 38
Customer rights................................................................................49
Product specification...................................................................... 50
Not a problem................................................................................... 40
Checkpoints before requesting for service ................................ 44
Using
method
Guide
Problems
of
product
•StoringKimchi..................................................................................................................................... 16
•Rhythmfermenting(seasoning)
CabbageKimchi/RadishKimchi/BrothKimchi........................................................ 18
•StoringtheflavorofKimchi................................................................................................... 20
•Storingvegetable/fruit,lightfreezing,freezingfoodandstoringrice...... 22
•Cautionduringvegetable/fruitandlightfreezing,ricestorage................... 24
•FermentingChungukjang ......................................................................................................... 26
•FermentingtheOldKimchi.....................................................................................................28
•StoringChungukjang................................................................................................................... 30
•StoringtheOldKimchi.............................................................................................................. 31

Safety precautions
4
Use a dedicated circuit.
Plugging in several products to the outlet
can cause a fire.
This can activate the circuit breaker to
cause the food to go bad.
Be sure that the power cord is connected
properly and is not pinched by having the
appliance pushed against it.
Do not allow the plug to become damaged
or get wet. It could cause a fire or an
electrical shock.
Unplug the appliance when cleaning it.
Do not pull the cord or handle the electric
cord with damp hands.
There is a danger of electric shock or fire
from short circuit.
Do not bend the power cord forcibly.
Be sure it is not damaged by being under
a heavy object.
The power cord may be damaged and
cause a fire or electrical shock.
Safety precautions must be observed to prevent accident or injury.
When connecting the power
Warning
This symbol indicates a warning about a specific event or condition.
Keep this manual in a convenient place where it is readily available for
reference.
▶ Not keeping the instruction may cause severe danger such as death
or serious wound. The instruction should be followed.
When pushing in the refrigerator after unplugging the power plug during installation, make
sure the power cord is not crushed or pressed under the refrigerator.
It can cause a fire or an electric shock.

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Do not extend or modify the length of the
power plug.
There is a danger of electric
shot of fire from
electrical damage to
the power line.
Unplug the appliance and wipe the cord
with a dry cloth and plug it in firmly.
If the cord or plug are dusty
or wet, or has a poor
connection, it can
cause a fire and
electrical shock.
Do not damage, process, forcefully bend,
pull or twist the power cord.
Damaged power cord can cause a fire or
an electric shock.
Ground properly during installation.
It can cause electrical
shock in case of a
problem or leakage.
When using the refrigerator
Ben
zene Ester
Do not use or store fire devices and
flammable products (ether, benzene,
alcohol, chemical, LP gas, flammable
spray, cosmetics etc.) near the
refrigerator.
There is a danger of explosion or fire.
Do not use the appliance for any other
purpose than home use. (Do not use for
storing pharmaceuticals or test material or
use for shipping container.)
• This appliance is made for household use
only. When it is used as a shipping
container, unexpected accidents (electrical
shot, fire etc.) may occur as a result of high
temperature or moisture, vibration etc.
• When pharmaceuticals
are stored for
extended
periods, their
quality may
deteriorate.

Safety precautions
6
When using the refrigerator
thinner
Do not spray water or wipe with benzene,
thinner etc. inside or outside the
appliance.
It may degrade the insulation
of electrical parts
and cause an
injury, fire or
electrical shock.
If gas leaks from the appliance, don’t
touch the appliance or its plug, instead
ventilate the area immediately.
There is a danger
of fire or other
damage, as a
spark could ignite
the gas and cause an explosion.
Only a properly trained service agent
experienced in refrigerator should
disassemble, repair or modify this
appliance.
There is a
danger of fire,
injury or
electrical shock.
When disposing the old appliance, be sure
to detach the doors.
Children could accidentally
close themselves
in an abandoned
appliance and
suffocate.
Do not store anything that could leak
water or other fluid such as flower vase,
cup, cosmetics, chemical etc.
It can cause a fire or electrical shock or
cause an injury from falling off.
Do not use sharp tools to defrost or
remove ice from the appliance.
• The product may be damaged, resulting
in fire or electrical shock.
• If the refrigerant is leaked, it can cause
problems to the cooling
function resulting in
overly seasoned
Kimchi.

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Do not climb on top of the refrigerator or go
inside the refrigerator after opening the door.
• The refrigerator may fall over or the person can fall from the
refrigerator to get injured.Especially when the refrigerator is
installed on the veranda, child can
fall from the refrigerator
and cause death.
• Child can suffocate when
trapped inside the refrigerator.
You should always get service before
using if the refrigerator has been
submersed under water.
It can cause a fire
or an electric shock.
Do not install the appliance in a damp
place or where water will spatter.
Water will degrade the insulation,
posing a shock hazard.
Do not store any drinks in glass bottle.
If you store a drink in glass bottle (alcohol,
cider, juice etc.) and the drink freezes,
the bottle can break
and cause an injury.
서비스센터
If you smell something burning or see
smoke from the refrigerator, immediately
unplug the power and contact the service
center.
It can cause a fire.
Do not lit a candle inside the refrigerator
to remove the smell.
There is a danger of
an explosion or a fire.
Service Center
Do not step on the drawer.
It is dangerous to step on
the basket because of
accidental basket breaking.

Safety precautions
8
If the power cord or plus is damaged, or if
the outlet is loose, do not plug in.
It can cause an electric
shock or short circuit.
When operating the doors, be sure to
avoid placing your hands where the doors
could close on them.
The hinge mechanism includes a buffer
that causes the door to close automatically
when it reaches an angle
of 20°. Having your
hands in the
way could result
in injury.
Do not stick your hand or a metal rod on the
lid part or under the appliance, climb on the
door or go inside after opening the door.
Because the bottom of the refrigerator is a metal
place, it can cause an electric shock or injury.
• If you install the refrigerator on the veranda,
there is a danger of the child falling off from
the veranda.
• There is a danger of
a child being trapped
and suffocating inside
the refrigerator.
If the hinge of the door is damaged or not
working properly, do not use the doors
and contact the service center.
Use the refrigerator
after getting service
from the center.
Do not put live animal inside the
refrigerator.
Caution
▶ Itcandamagethehouseorappliance.Alwaystakespecialcaution.

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Cautions during use
Do not overfill the Kimchi storage containers.
As Kimchi is fermented, it increases in volume and the juice can overflow.
Also if the container lid is open on one end, the Kimchi will turn sour quickly
and mold may form. Fill the container only up to 80% and firmly close the
lid. If you use a plastic wrap or clean plastic wrap on top of the Kimchi
surface, you can store Kimchi for a longer period.
Do not pour Kimchi directly into the appliance nor store
Kimchi in plastic bags.
If you put Kimchi directly into the appliance, it may freeze, become contaminated,
or deteriorate in quality. Always make and store Kimchi only in the containers
provided. It can reduce the product performance or cause an electrical shock or fire.
When putting the Kimchi container into and out of the appliance,
hold them gently by the handle.
The floor of the compartment can be damaged from the impact.
(The design of the Kimchi containers may be vary among different models.)
야채
과일
냉동
식품
After storing the Kimchi for 3-4 days, check if there is any spill.
As part of the initial fermenting process, the juice can overflow, in which case
you cannot store the Kimchi for a long period of time.
If you store vegetable/fruit while you are storing Kimchi,
be sure to keep them in the fresh vegetable storage container.
Fruits and vegetables may be frozen when stored for a long time or when
kept at the maximum storage temperature. Do not store tropical fruits
(banana, pineapple etc.) which can go bad at low temperature.
야채
과일
냉동
식품
80%
야채
과일
야채
과일
냉동
식품
냉동
식품
Be sure to use enough salt when preparing Kimchi.
The amount of salt significantly affects the fermenting speed. A small amount of
Kimchi intended for immediate consumption can be prepared with little salt. But
large quantities of Kimchi to be stored for longer periods must contain more salt.
Do not mix various different types of food in
the left or right compartment.
If you select the left compartment to freezing and put frozen food, Kimchi,
vegetable/fruit all mixed into it, the Kimchi and vegetable/fruit may freeze.

Installation method
10
Ground properly during installation.
It can cause
electrical shock in
case of a problem
or leakage.
Do not install the appliance where
it is too hot or is subject to direct
sunlight.
Install the appliance where the
ambient temperature is between
5 to 43 . If the temperature of
the installation location is too high,
it can cause
problems to
the function
and change
the color of the refrigerator.
Install the appliance on a firm and
level floor.
If the floor is unstable, the vibration may cause
noise and functional failure.
• If the appliance is not leveled, use the
horizontal adjusting leg to level the product.
• When install the appliance on a carpeted floor
or on the wooden floor, place a piece of
plywood or similar material underneath
to prevent the discoloration.
• Instable installation may cause to fall the
refrigerator to damage you.
When pushing the appliance in,
make sure the power cord is not
pressed by the bottom or back of
the product.
It can cause fire or electrical
shock. If you hang the power cord
to the hanger on the back of the
product, you will be able to reduce
the possibility of the power cord
being pressed.
Maintain a suitable clearance
around the appliance.
Maintain suitable clearance
around the appliance as shown in
the figure. If there is insufficient
clearance, the appliance
performance deteriorates and the
electricity cost will increase.
More
than 10cm.
Power cord hanger
More than
10cm.

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Do this after installation
■Do this after installation
Connect the power plug to the dedicated outlet.
■Put in the food.
Store the food in the refrigerator 3-4 hours after the installation.
When storing frozen food, store the frozen food after the power of the
refrigerator has been connected for more than 1 day.
■Wait for more than 5 minutes to re-insert the plug right after
pulling it out.
Otherwise, excessive operation of the compressor may cause breakdown.
Ground safely.
■
In the event of an electric short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.
■
In order to prevent possible electric shock, this appliance must be grounded.
■
Improper use of the grounding plug can result in an electric shock.
Plug the cord into a 115V grounded outlet.
If you are unwure of the voltage or
grounding integrity, consult a qualified
electrician or service person.
Grounding
terminal
No need for
grounding.
Power outlet
for AC 115V
• Never ground the appliance to gas pipe, water pipe,
lightning rod or a telephone line connector.
• Plastic water pipe does not have the grounding effect.
Caution

Moving and voltage changing method
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Before transportation
When transporting
• Remove all food from the appliance and secure
the Kimchi containers and doors with tape.
• Turn the horizontal adjusting leg
counterclockwise( ) all the way and
tighten it.
• Hang the power cord to the hanger on the back
of the appliance and tape it.
When transporting
• When sliding and moving the appliance,
turn the horizontal adjusting leg
counterclockwise
( ) all the way and tighten it. The leg
can scratch the floor or become loose to
be separated.
• After completing the transportation,
turn the horizontal adjusting leg
clockwise( ) to level the balance,
and use the left and right side handle to
move the appliance.
• When transporting the appliance to a far away location, do not completely
lay the refrigerator on the floor to the side. It can cause problems.
Horizontal adjustment leg
(Bottom handle part)
Rear side
Rear
side
■This product is exclusively for 115V/60Hz.

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Name of each part
나노참숯탈취
나노참숯탈취
나노참숯탈취
도어쿨링시스템
도어쿨링시스템
Horizontal adjustment leg
If you store food for a long
time or store Kimchi in "Max"
temperature, the
vegetable/fruit can freeze.
Vegetable freshness storage container
Adjust the height to level the
appliance when installing or after
moving the appliance.
Carrying handle
Right door
- Store food in the Kimchi
container.
※ The size and shape of the Kimchi
container may vary among models.
- When you open the right drawer compartment,
the cover is half-opened automatically
※ You can move the cover using your Hands.
Kimchi storage container
Deodorizer
Left door
Drawer left compartment
Drawer right compartment
Proper opening/closing method
of Kimchi container
■When opening
Lift all the wings in the
arrow direction and open
the container.
■When closing
In the opposite way as
opening the container, push
down all the wings in the
arrow direction to close the
container. If the direction of
the lid is not correct, turn the lid and close the
container properly.
Vegetable freshness storage container
Container for storing Kimchi and vegetable/
fruit simultaneously in the same compartment.
Caution
If you store food for a long time or store Kimchi in
"Max" temperature, the vegetable/fruit can freeze.
Lid Close the lid tightly.
Inner basket Keep vegetables
or fruits in the basket.
Outer basket Check and empty
the outer basket regularly because
condensation often collects here.
Chungukjang tray Remove the
Kimchi container from the drawer left
and right compartment and use the
tray when fermenting Chungukjang.

lid left compartment
drawer left compartment
일반
1
23 45
24 5
Name and function of operating control parts
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Before actually making and storing Kimchi, read and understand the name and function of each button.
To use the DIOS Kimchi Refrigerator, you must press the Lock/Unlock button for
This button maintains the delicious Kimchi fresh.
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• I f you feel that the flavor is right during the storing and fermenting process of the Kimchi, you can
press the Flavor Keeping button to keep the current flavor of the Kimchi for a longer period of time.
• The selection is avaiable only when storing and maturing kimchi - such as chinese cabbage
kimchi, radish kimchi, watery radish kimchi - at the left and right lid-compartment.
3
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2
1
This prevents any unintended changes of setting from children.
※The button shape of display could be changed for the better performance.
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• Before using any function, you must press the Lock/Unlock button for
more than 2 seconds until the "Unlock" button below the lock lights up.
• When you are finished with the settings in the Unlock status, press the
Lock/Unlock button until the "Lock" button below the lock lights up to
set to Lock status.
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In Lock status, when you press any function button, the light next to the
Lock LED will blink 3 times. If you do not press any button for more than
60 seconds in Unlock status, it will automatically switch to Lock status.
This button sets the storing food and storing temperature for each compartment.
• For lid left compartment, you can select .
• For lid right compartment, you can select .
• For drawer left compartment, you can select
• For drawer right compartment, you can select
You can select min>mid>max by each food storage. (Refer to "Storing Cabbage
Kimchi/Old Kimchi/Radish Kimchi/Mul Kimchi" in page 16 for details.)
Kimchi/Vegetable/Fruit/Freeze
Kimchi/Vegetable/Fruit/Light Freeze
Kimchi/Broth kimchi/Chungukjang
Vegetable/Fruit/Rice

Using method
lid right compartment
drawer right compartment
2 34 5
2 5
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▶The color of the display may vary depending on the model.
more than 2 seconds to unlock the control.
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살짝
4
This button selects the degree of seasoning for the Kimchi.
• For lid left and right compartment, you can select
.
• For drawer left compartment, you can select
.
(Drawer left compartment does not have a fermenting function for Radish Kimchi.)
• Drawer right compartment does not have a fermenting function.
• Underground fermentation can only be selected for radish Kimchi.
※Select the right temperature according to the type of food to store and the
degree of saltiness of the Kimchi.
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You can turn on/off the power of lid left/right compartment and drawer
left/right compartment.
• When turning off the power of the selected compartment, press the Lock/Unlock
button for more than 2 seconds until the "Unlock" letter lights up. Then press the
Power button for more than 2 seconds until the power of the selected compartment
is turned off with up.
• To turn on the power, press the Lock/Unlock button for more than 2 seconds until "Unlock" button
lights up and the lightly press the power button.
■
To use the functions of the Kimchi refrigerator you must always change to Unlock status using the
Lock/Unlock button. Always check left or right of which compartment to store or ferment the food.
For example, if you want to ferment the Kimchi in the lid left compartment, store the Kimchi in the
lid left compartment and press the Ferment button after selecting the lid left compartment.
Cabbage Kimchi/Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi
Cabbage Kimchi/Broth Kimchi/Old Kimchi/Chungukjang

Using method of operating control parts
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When you connect the power, you can store the Kimchi at standard temperature without
any setting.
Storing Kimchi
To store Cabbage Kimchi
1 3
2
1
Press the Lock/Unlock button for more than 2 seconds.
• Press the "Lock/Unlock" button more than
2 seconds. The lamp above the Lock/Unlock button is
turned off, and the control becomes unlocked. Then,
other functions can be operated.
■
There are about 200 types of Korean Kimchi.
The optimal storing temperature differs by the Kimchi type and the seasoning used
for the Kimchi. Adjust the temperature of "Min", "Mid" and "Max" depending on the
type and condition of the Kimchi.
Korean Kimchi
2 sec
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살짝
※The button shape of display could be changed for the better performance.
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살짝

Using method
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2
Press the Store button.
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• Select the desired Kimchi type and storing stage by pressing the "Store"
button.
Every time you press the button, the menu will switch as follows.
• Select the right temperature according to the type of food to store and the
degree of saltiness of the Kimchi.
3
Press the Lock/Unlock button again.
• Press the Lock/Unlock button for more than 2 seconds.
The letter below the lock changes from "Lock" to
"Unlock" to enable other functions.
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Kimchi : Mid 󰄯 Max 󰄯 Min Vegetable/Fruit : Mid 󰄯Max 󰄯Min
freeze: General󰄯Strong freese
Light freeze

Left door
Kimchi : Mid 󰄯 Max 󰄯 Min Vegetable/Fruit : Mid 󰄯Max 󰄯Min
Light freeze : Mid 󰄯Max 󰄯Min

Right door
Kimchi : Mid 󰄯 Max 󰄯 Min
Broth Kimchi : Mid 󰄯Max 󰄯Min Chungukjang : Mid 󰄯Max 󰄯Min

Drawer left compartment
Vegetable/Fruit : Mid 󰄯Max 󰄯Min Rice : Mid 󰄯 Max 󰄯 Min

Drawer right compartment

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If you select the rhythm ferment (seasoning), the storing period will be shorter
than selecting store. Seasoning and rhythm fermenting are the same function.
Rhythm fermenting (seasoning)
Cabbage Kimchi/Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi
Caution
To ferment Cabbage Kimchi
※The button shape of display could be changed for the better performance.
1 3
2
1
Press the Lock/Unlock button for more than 2 seconds.
• Press the "Lock/Unlock" button more than 2 seconds.
The lamp above the Lock/Unlock button
is turned off, and the control becomes
unlocked. Then, other functions can
be operated.
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살짝
2 sec
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■
To ferment two types of Kimchi in one compartment
If you ferment two types of different Kimchi in one compartment, they can be under-fermented
or over-fermented. Therefore in this case, select the type that is fermented faster.
Generally, Kimchi is fermented in the order of Broth Kimchi
→
Cabbage Kimchi
→
Radish
Kimchi.
■
If you operating the fermenting function several times, the Kimchi will be too sour.
Because operating the fermenting function several times can make the Kimchi too sour,
operate the rhythm fermenting function only once.
Generally, Kimchi is fermented in the order of Underground Ferment
→
Fresh
→
Standard
→
Mature.
■
About underground fermenting
This is the fermenting method of bringing out the deep taste of Kimchi by storing the
Cabbage Kimchi underground during the cold winter.
■
To ferment the Kimchi more
Select Standard or Mature for fermenting.
When
fermenting the
Kimchi

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2
Press the Ferment Button
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• Select the type of Kimchi and the fermenting stage by pressing the Ferment button.
• Every time you press button, the menu will switch as follows.
※ The underground fermenting function of the Cabbage Kimchi can only be
selected in the lid left and right compartment.
※ Selecttherightfermentingstageaccordingtothetypeoffoodtostoreandthedegree
ofsaltinessoftheKimchi.
Cabbage Kimchi (total 6 stages):
Radish Kimchi, Broth Kimchi (total 5 stages):


Old Kimchi, Chungukjang (total 3 stages):
• For lid left and right compartment, you can select
Cabbage Kimchi/Radish Kimchi/Broth Kimchi.
• For drawer left compartment, you can select
Cabbage Kimchi/Broth Kimchi/Old Kimchi/Chungukjang.
(Drawer left compartment does not have a Radish kimchi fermenting fuction)
• Drawer right compartment does not have a fermenting function.
It is only for storing.
3
Press the Lock/Unlock button again.
• Press the Lock/Unlock button when you are done
with the setting.
The letter below the lock changes from "Unlock" to
"Lock" to start Kimchi Storage.
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Storing the flavor of Kimchi
To store the Kimchi with Flavor Keeping
※The button shape of display could be changed for the better performance.
1 3
2
1
Press the Lock/Unlock button for more than 2 seconds.
• Press the Lock/Unlock button for more than 2 seconds.
The letter below the lock changes from "Lock" to
"Unlock" to enable other functions.
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2 sec
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This function maintains the current flavor of the stored Kimchi for a long time.
(This can only be selected for Kimchi (Cabbage Kimchi, Radish Kimchi, Broth Kimchi) in lid
left/right compartment.)
■When the seasoning process is complete, the remaining time
will show "0 hours" and the temperature will be set to "Mid" for
the selected Kimchi type.
■When the fermenting process is complete, press the
Lock/Unlock button to turn off the LED showing
"Remaining 0 hours".
■
You can do one of the two following methods to cancel the fermenting
function already selected.
1. Press the Flavor Keeping button. (This will cancel the fermenting process
and start the flavor keeping process.)
2. Press the Store button.
To cancel the rhythm
fermenting easily
When the seasoning
process is complete
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