LG LRTN22330 User manual

CAUTION
BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT,
READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
REFRIGERATOR
SERVICE MANUAL
models
LRTN22330** LRTN22320**
LRTN19330** LRTN19320**

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................... 3
PARTS IDENTIFICATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
DISASSEMBLY.................................................................................................................................................................... 5-6
DOOR................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
DOOR SWITCH.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
FAN AND FAN MOTOR........................................................................................................................................................ 6
DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY...................................................................................................................................... 6
LAMP.................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
CONTROL BOX-REFRIGERATOR ...................................................................................................................................... 6
ADJUSTMENT..................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
COMPRESSOR.................................................................................................................................................................... 7
PTC-STARTER..................................................................................................................................................................... 7
OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR) ....................................................................................................................................... 8
TO REMOVE THE COVER PTC...........................................................................................................................................8
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM .......................................................................................................................................................... 9-10
TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................................................................... 11-16
COMPRESSOR AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ....................................................................................................... 11
PTC AND OLP.................................................................................................................................................................... 12
OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ............................................................................................................................. 13
SERVICE DIAGNOSIS CHART.......................................................................................................................................... 14
REFRIGERATION CYCLE ............................................................................................................................................ 15-16
OPERATION PRINCIPLE & REPAIR METHOD OF ICEMAKER .................................................................................. 17-20
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION & CIRCUIT OF MICOM ............................................................................................... 21-33
EXPLODED VIEW & REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ..................................................................................................... 34-39
CONTENTS
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Please read the following instructions before servicing your
refrigerator.
1. Check the refrigerator for electrical faults.
2. To prevent electric shock, unplug before servicing.
3. Always check line voltage and amperage.
4. Use standard electrical components or cause your skin
to freeze and stick to the surfaces inside the freezer.
5. Don't touch metal products in the freezer with wet
hands. This may cause frostbite.
6. Prevent water from spiling onto electric elements or the
machine parts.
7. Close the top door before opening the bottom door.
Otherwise, you might hit your head when you stand up.
8. When tilting the refrigerator, remove any materials on
the refrigerator, especially the glass shelves and stored
food.
9. When servicing the evaporator, wear cotton gloves.
This is to prevent injuries from the sharp evaporator
fins.
10. Service on the refrigerator should be performed by a
qualified technician. Sealed system repair must be
performed by a CFC certified technician.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1-1 DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE
SERVICING
IMPORTANT – RECONNECT ALL
GROUNDING DEVICES
All parts of this appliance capable of conducting electrical
current are grounded. If grounding wires, screws, straps,
clips, nuts or washers used to complete a path to ground
are removed for service, they must be returned to their
original position and properly fastened.
1-2 IMPORTANT NOTICE
This information is intended for use by individuals
possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic
and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a major
appliance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible
for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume
any liability in connection with its use.
1-3 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature Control (Position : MID) .................... 8-(-6)°F
Defrost Control .......................................................... 7 hrs.
Defrost Thermostat ..................................................... 50°F
Electrical Rating :115V. AC, 60 Hz. ...................... 1-5 Amp.
Maximum Current Leakage ..................................... 0.5 mA
Maximum Ground Path Resistance .................. 0.14 Ohms
Energy Consumption ............... 19 cu.ft : 443 kWh/yr(Energy star)
....................................... 22 cu.ft : 468 kWh/yr(Energy star)
1-4 NO LOAD PERFORMANCE
CONTROL POSITION: MID/MID
And Ambient of : .........................70°F ..........................90°F
Fresh Food, °F ...........................33-41...................... 33-41
Frozen Food, °F .........................(-4)-4....................... (-4)-4
Percent Running Time ...............25-35...................... 45-60
1-5 REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Minimum Compressor Capacity Vacuum ................... 21 in.
Minimum Equalized Pressure
@ 70°F ....................................................... 49 PSIG
@ 90°F ....................................................... 56 PSIG
Refrigerant - R - 134a ............................................ 5.47 oz.
Compressor ..................................................... 649 BTU/hr
1-6 INSTALLATION
Clearance must be provided at top, sides and rear of the
refrigerator for air circulation.
AT TOP ......................................................................... 1 in
AT SIDES ................................................................... 1/8 in
AT REAR ...................................................................... 1 in
1-7 REPLACEMENT PARTS
Relay............................................................. 6748C-0004D
Overload ....................................................... 6750C-0004S
Defrost Thermostat ...................................... 6615JB2005B
Defrost Heater .............................. 19cu. ft : 5300JK1003D
............................... 22cu. ft : 5300JK1003J
Evaporator Fan Motor .................................. 4681JB1016J
Capacitor ................................................... OCZZJB2003H
Compressor (Hi-Side) .................................. 2521C-A62A8
Evaporator (Lo-Side) ..................... 19cu. ft : 5421JJ0003A
..................... 22cu. ft : 5421JJ0002A
Condenser .................................................... 5403JJ1003A
Dryer ............................................................. 5851JJ2002K
Condenser Fan Motor .................................. 4681JK1001B
Temperature Control ................................. 6871JB2043A,B
Main Control.................................................. 6871JB1185A
1-8 AIR FLOW / CIRCULATION D’AIR
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1. SPECIFICATIONS
EVAPORATOR
COLD AIR
MIXED AIR
AIR RETURN TO
EVAPORATOR
FRESH FOOD
CONTROL
FREEZER
EVAPORATOR/
EVAPORATEUR

2. PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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Pizza Nook*
CustomCube Ice maker *
CustomFit
FlexiFloor *
Digital Sensor Control
Leveling Screw (inside)
Refrigerator Door Bin
Egg Box*
Design-A-Door
Icebeam Door Cooling *
Refrigerator Light *
Chef Fresh * / Snack Pan
Shelves
Can Dispenser*
OptiBin Crisper
Base Grille
Door Cooling
Freezer Door Bin *
Freezer Light
* on some models
Dairy Bin

3-1 DOOR
● Freezer Door
1. Remove the hinge cover by pulling it upwards.
2. Loosen hexagonal bolts attaching the upper hinge to the
body and lift the freezer door.
3. Pull out the door gasket to remove from the door foam
assembly.
●Refrigerator Door
1. Loosen hexagonal bolts attaching the lower hinge to the
body to remove the refrigerator door only.
2. Pull out the door gasket to remove from the door foam
assembly.
3-2 DOOR SWITCH
1. To remove the door switch, pry it out with a slotted-type
driver, as shown in (Figure 4).
2. Disconnect the lead wire from the switch.
3. DISASSEMBLY
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BOLT
HINGE
HINGE COVER
Figure 1
GASKET
Figure 2
LOWER HINGE
BOLT
Figure 3
DOOR SWITCH
LEAD WIRE
Figure 4

3-3 FAN AND FAN MOTOR
1. Remove the freezer shelf. (If your refrigerator has an
icemaker, remove the icemaker first)
2. Remove the grille by pulling it out and by loosening a
screw.
3. Remove the Fan Motor assembly by loosening 4 screws
and disassemble the shroud.
4. Pull out the fan and separate the Fan Motor and Bracket.
3-4 DEFROST CONTROL ASSEMBLY
Defrost Control assembly consists of Defrost Sensor and
FUSE–M.
Defrost sensor functions to defrost automatically. It is
attached to metal side of the Evaporator and senses
Temperature. At the temperature of 162°F(72°C), it stops
the emission of heat from the Heater.
Fuse-M is a safety device for preventing over-heating of
the Heater when defrosting.
1. Pull out the grille assembly. (Figure 6)
2. Separate the connector with the Defrost Control
assembly and replace the Defrost Control assembly
after cutting the Tie Wrap. (Figure 7)
3-5 LAMP
3-5-1 Refrigerator Compartment Lamp
1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
2. Remove refrigerator shelves.
3. Release the hooks on both ends of the lamp shield and
pull the shield downward to remove it.
4. Turn the lamp counterclockwise.
5. Assemble in reverse order of disassembly. Replacement
bulb must be the same specification as the original
(Max. 60 W-2EA).
3-5-2 Freezer Compartment Lamp
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Reach behind light shield to remove bulb.
3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
3-6 CONTROL BOX-REFRIGERATOR
1. First, remove all shelves in the refrigerator, than remove
the Refrigerator Control Box by loosening 2 screws.
2. Remove the Refrigerator Control Box by pulling it
downward.
3. Disconnect the lead wire on the right position and
separate the lamp sockets.
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FAN
BRACKET
SHROUD
GRILLE
FAN MOTOR
Figure 5
GRILLE ASSEMBLY
Figure 6
DEFROST-CONTROL
ASSEMBLY
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 9
CONTROL BOX
COVER LAMP
Figure 10

4-1 COMPRESSOR
4-1-1 Role
The compressor intakes low temperature and low pressure
gas from the evaporator of the refrigerator and compresses
this gas to high-temperature and high-pressure gas. It then
delivers the gas to the condenser.
4-1-2 Composition
The compressor includes overload protection. The PTC
starter and OLP (overload protector) are attached to the
outside of the compressor. Since the compressor is
manufactured to tolerances of 1 micron and is hermetically
sealed in a dust and moisture-free environment, use
extreme caution when repairing it.
4-1-3 Note for Usage
(1) Be careful not to allow over-voltage and over-current.
(2) If compressor is dropped or handled carelessly, poor
operation and noise may result.
(3) Use proper electric components appropriate to the
Particular Compressor in your product.
(4) Keep Compressor dry.
If Compressor gets wet (in the rain or a damp
environment) and rust forms in the pin of the Hermetic
Terminal, poor operation and contact may result.
(5) When replacing the Compressor, be careful that dust,
humidity, and soldering flux don’t contaminate the inside
of the compressor. Dust, humidity, and solder flux
contaminate the cylinder and may cause noise or
improper operation even cause it to lock up.
4-2 PTC-STARTER
4-2-1 Composition of PTC-Starter
(1) PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) is a no-contact
semiconductor starting device which uses ceramic
material consisting of BaTiO3.
(2) The higher the temperature is, the higher the resistance
value. These features are used as a starting device for
the Motor.
4-2-2 Role of PTC-Starter
(1) The PTC is attached to the Sealed Compressor and is
used for starting the Motor.
(2) The compressor is a single-phase induction motor.
Durign the starting operation, the PTC allows current
flow to both the start winding and main winding.
4-2-3 PTC-Applied Circuit Diagram
● Starting Method for the Motor
4-2-4 Motor Restarting and PTC Cooling
(1) It requires approximately 5 minutes for the pressure to
equalize before the compressor can start.
(2) The PTC device generates heat during operation.
Therefore, it must be allowed to cool before the
compressor can restart.
4-2-5 Relation of PTC-Starter and OLP
(1) If the compressor attempts to restart before the PTC
device is cooled, the PTC device will allow current to
flow only to the main winding.
(2) The OLP will open because of the over current
condition. This same process will continue (3 to 5
times) when the compressor attempts to restart until
the PTC device has cooled. The correct OLP must be
properly attached to prevent damage to the
compressor.
4-2-6 Note for Using the PTC-Starter
(1) Be careful not to allow over-voltage and over-current.
(2) Do not drop or handle carelessly.
(3) Keep away from any liquid.
If liquid such as oil or water enters the PTC,
PTC materials may fail due to breakdown of their
insulating capabilities.
(4) If the exterior of the PTC is damaged, the resistance
value may be altered. This can cause damage to the
compressor and result in a no-start or hard-to-start
condition.
(5) Always use the PTC designed for the compressor and
make sure it is properly attached to the compressor.
4. ADJUSTMENT
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PTC STARTER SEALED
TERMINAL
COMPRESSOR
MOTOR
C
M
SM
36
5
2
S
PTC
OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
RSCR
N
L1
Figure 11

4-3 OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR)
4-3-1 Definition of OLP
(1) OLP (OVERLOAD PROTECTOR) is attached to the
Compressor and protects the Motor by opening the
circuit to the Motor if the temperature rises and
activating the bimetal spring in the OLP.
(2) When high current flows to the Compressor motor, the
Bimetal works by heating the heater inside the OLP,
and the OLP protects the Motor by cutting off the
current flowing to the Compressor Motor.
4-3-2 Role of the OLP
(1) The OLP is attached to the Sealed Compressor used
for the Refrigerator. It prevents the Motor Coil from
being started in the Compressor.
(2) For normal operation of the OLP, do not turn the Adjust
Screw of the OLP in any way.
4-4 TO REMOVE THE COVER PTC
1) Remove the Cover Back M/C.
(2) Remove the screw on Cover PTC.
(3) Remove two Housings on upper part of Cover PTC.
(4) Take out the cover PTC from upper to lower position
like .
(5) Turn 45°in the direction of and take it out.
(6) Assembly in reverse order of disassembly.
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Part
Customer part
number
Lot code/
date code
330 FBYY -S1 BOX98
12345678
Physical
termination
part number
Electrical
characteristics
part number
No. Name
Base, phenolic
(UL 94 V-0 rated)
Movable arm support, plated steel
Stationary contact support,
plated steel
Heater support, plated steel
Heater, resistance alloy
Disc, thermostatic alloy
Movable arm, spring temper
copper alloy
Contact, movable, silver on copper
Contact, stationary, silver on copper
Slug, plated steel
Cover, polyester
(UL 94 V -0 rated)
Pin connector, plated copper alloy
(To engage 2.33/2.66 mm dia. pin)
Quick-connect terminal, brass,
conforms to UL 310, MEMA
DC-2, DIN 46344
(OVERLOAD PROTECTOR cross section)
1
2
Figure 12

BEST MODEL
5. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
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BETTER MODEL
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
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6-1 COMPRESSOR AND ELECTRIC COMPONENTS
Readings OK
Open or short
1
2
3
4
5
2
5
5
3
5
4
5
5
1
43
YES
YES
Readings OK
Readings OK
Open or short
Open or short
YES YES
NO
NO
Power Source.
No Voltage.
(Reated Voltage
±10%)?
Replace OLP.
Reconnect.
Replace
PTC-Starter.
Replace OLP.
Check connection
condition.
OLP disconnected?
Advise customer that
power supply needs to be
checked by an electrician.
Replace
Compressor.
Supply
voltage
rating with
±10%.
Applied voltage isn't
in range of Rating
Voltage ±10%.
Remove PTC-Starter
from Compressor and
measure voltage
between Terminal C of
Compressor and
Terminals 5 or 6 of PTC.
Check resistance
between M-C, S-C and
M-S in Motor
Compressor.
Check resistance of
two terminals in
PTC-Starter.
Check resistance of
two terminals in OLP.
Check the power supply
under load.
(Compressor attempting
to re-start after being off
for 5 minutes).
Check
resistance of
Motor
Compressor.
Check
resistance of
PTC-Starter.
Check OLP.
Check
starting state.
Did
compressor
start?
Compressor
is OK
Replace the
compressor

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6-2 PTC AND OLP
65
Shows continuity
Open
Normal operation of
Compressor is
impossible or poor.
Separate PTC-Starter
from Compressor and
measure resistance
between No. 5 and 6
of PTC-Starter with a
Tester.(Figure 13)
Separate OLP from
Compressor and check
resistance value
between two terminals
of OLP with a Tester.
(Figure 14)
Observation value is
115V/60Hz : 6.8Ω±30%
The resistance value
is 0Ω(short) or
∞(open).
Check another
electric component.
Replace OLP.
Check another
electric component.
Replace PTC-
Starter
Figure 13 Figure 14

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▼Not cooling at all
▼Poor cooling performance
Compressor
doesn't run.
Compressor runs
poorly.
Check a starting
voltage.
Check for open short or
incorrect resistance readings
in the following components
a. Starting devices
b. OLP
c. Compressor coil
d. Wiring harness
Low voltage.
Short, open or broken.
Poor contact
or shorted.
Coil open or shorted.
Poor contact
or shorted.
Poor or broken or
open contact.
Shorted.
Lack of capacity.
Replace
indicated component.
Raise voltage.
Replace
indicated component.
Cause
Check voltage at
starting devices.
Check current at
Compressor.
Check rating of OLP.
Fan motor
doesn't run.
Heavy frost buildup on
EVAPORATOR.
Wire is open or
shorted.
Coil is shorted or
open.
Open.
Open. Replace
Defrost Heater.
Replace
indicated component.
Replace
indicated component.
Check wiring circuit.
Check Fan Motor.
Check current flow in
the following
components:
sensor
Fuse-M
Check current flow in
the Defrost Heater.
6-3 OTHER ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

6-4 SERVICE DIAGNOSIS CHART
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COMPLAINT POINTS TO BE CHECKED REMEDY
●Other possible problems:
Check if frost forms in
the freezer.
Check Components
of the defrosting
circuit.
Check the
refrigeration system.
Check the
Thermistor.
Not
defrosting.
The system
is faulty.
Perform sealed
system repair.
Replace the
Thermistor.
The operation of
the Thermistor is
incorrect.
No Cooling.
Cools poorly.
Foods in the
Refrigerator
are frozen.
Condensation or ice
forms inside
the unit.
Condensation forms
in the Exterior Case.
There is abnormal
noise.
Door does not
close well.
Ice and foods
smell unpleasant
•Is the power cord unplugged from the outlet?
•Check if the power Switch is set to OFF.
•Check if the fuse of the power Switch is shorted.
•Measure the voltage of the power outlet.
•Check if the unit is placed too close to the wall.
•Check if the unit is placed too close to the stove,
gas cooker, or in direct sunlight.
•Is the ambient temperature too high or
the room door closed?
•Check if food put in the refrigerator is hot.
•Did you open the door of the unit too often
or check if the door is sealed properly?
•Check if the Control is set to Warm position.
•Is food placed in the cooling air outlet?
•Check if the control is set to colder-position.
•Is the ambient temperature below 41°F(5°C)?
•Is liquid food sealed?
•Check if food put in the refrigerator is hot.
•Did you open the door of the unit too
often or check if the door is sealed properly?
•Check if the ambient temperature and humidity
of the surrounding air are high.
•Is there a gap in the door gasket?
•Is the unit positioned in a firm and even place?
•Are any unnecessary objects placed
in the back side of the unit?
•Check if the Drip Tray is not firmly fixed.
•Check if the cover of the compressor enclosure
in the lower front side is taken out.
•Check if the door gasket is dirty with
an item like juice.
•Is the refrigerator level?
•Is there too much food in the refrigerator?
•Check if the inside of the unit is dirty.
•Are foods with a strong odor unwrapped?
•The unit smells of plastic.
•Plug into the outlet.
•Set the switch to ON.
•Replace the fuse.
•If the voltage is low, correct the wiring.
•Place the unit about 10 cm from the wall.
•Place the unit away from these heat sources.
•Lower the ambient temperature.
•Put in foods after they have cooled down.
•Don't open the door too often and close
it firmly.
•Set the control to Recommended-position.
•Place foods in the high-temperature section.
(front part)
•Set the control to Recommended-position.
•Set the control to Warm-position.
•Seal liquid foods with wrap.
•Put in foods after they have cooled down.
•Don't open the door too often and close
it firmly.
•Wipe moisture with a dry cloth. It will disappear
in low temperature and humidity.
•Fill up the gap.
•Adjust the Leveling Screw, and position
in a firm place.
•Remove the objects.
•Fix the Drip Tray firmly in the original position.
•Place the cover in its original position.
•Clean the door gasket.
•Position in the firm place and level the
Leveling Screw.
•Make sure food stored in shelves does not prevent
the door from closing.
•Clean the inside of the unit.
•Wrap foods that have a strong odor.
•New products smell of plastic, but this
will go away after 1-2 weeks.

6-5 REFRIGERATING CYCLE
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▼Troubleshooting Chart
▼Leakage Detection
YES
YES
Check if compressor
runs.
Check if frost
forms in
Evaporator.
Observe the discharged
amount of Refrigerant.
Inject refrigerant in compressor
and check cooling operation.
Clogged by dust. Gas leakage.
Faulty
Compressor.
Moisture Clog
Check if oil
leaks.
Frost formed normally
Normal amount
None or too much
(Find the leak and repair it)
Frost formed normally
No frost
or frost forms
in inlet only
Check Compressor
PARTIAL Freezer Low flowing sound of A little higher •Refrigerant level is low due
LEAKAGE compartment and Refrigerant is heard and than ambient •to a leak.
Refrigerator don't frost forms in inlet only. temperature. •Normal cooling is possible by
cool normally. •restoring the normal amount of
•refrigerant and repairing the leak.
COMPLETE Freezer Flowing sound of refrigerant Equal to ambient •No discharging of Refrigerant.
LEAKAGE compartment and is not heard and frost isn't temperature. •Normal cooling is possible by
Refrigerator don't formed. •restoring the normal amount of
cool normally. •refrigerant and repairing the leak.
PARTIAL Freezer Flowing sound of refrigerant A little higher •Normal discharging of the
RESTRICTION compartment and is heard and frost forms than ambient •refrigerant.
Refrigerator don't in inlet only. temperature. •The capillary tube is faulty.
cool normally.
WHOLE
Freezer Flowing sound of refrigerant Equal to ambient •Normal discharging of the
RESTRICTION
compartment and is not heard and frost isn't temperature. •Refrigerant.
Refrigerator don't cool. formed.
MOISTURE Cooling operation Flowing sound of refrigerant Lower than •Cooling operation restarts
RESTRICTION stops periodically. is not heard and frost melts. ambient •when heating the inlet of the
temperature. •capillary tube.
COMP- Freezer and Low flowing sound of A little higher •Low pressure at high side
RESSION Refrigerator refrigerant is heard and ambient •of compressor due to low
don't cool. frost forms in inlet only. temperature. •refrigerant level.
NO COMP- No compressing Flowing sound of refrigerant Equal to ambient •No pressure in the high
RESSION operation. is not heard and there is temperature. •pressure part of the
no frost. •compressor.
CAUSE
TEMPERATURE
OF THE
COMPRESSOR
REMARKS
STATE OF
THE UNIT
STATE OF THE
EVAPORATOR
LEAKAGE
RESTRICTED BY DUST
DEFECTIVE
COMPRESSION
● Observe the discharging point of the refrigerant, which may be in the oil discharging part of the compressor and in a hole
in the evaporator.

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NO. ITEMS UNIT STANDARDS PURPOSES REMARKS
▼General Control of Refrigerating Cycle
Pipe and
piping system
opening time
Welding
N2sealed
parts
Refrige-
ration
Cycle
Refrigerant
weighing
Drier
replacement
Leak check
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Min.
Nitrogen
pressure
Confirm
N2leak
Min.
Torr
EA
EA
EA
EA
Pipe: within 1 hour.
Comp: within 10 minutes.
Drier: within 20 minutes.
Weld under Nitrogen
atmosphere.
(N2pressure:
0.1~0.2 kg/cm2)
Confirm the sound of
pressure relief when
removing the rubber cap.
Sound: usable
No sound: not usable
More than 40 minutes
Below 0.03 (ref)
High and low pressure sides
are evacuated at the same
time for models above 200 l.
Use R-134a manifold
exclusively.
Use R-134a manifold
exclusively.
R-134a manifold exclusively.
R-134a manifold exclusively.
Use R-134a exclusively.
Weighing allowance: ±5g
Note: Winter: -5g
Summer: +5g
- Use R-134a exclusively for
R-134a refrigerator.
-
Replace drier whenever repairing
refrigerator cycle piping.
- Do not use soapy water for
check. It may be sucked
into the pipe by a vacuum.
To protect
moisture
penetration.
To protect oxide
scale formation.
To protect
moisture
penetration.
To remove moisture.
To protect mixing
of mineral and
ester oils.
To protect R-12
refrigerant mixing.
To protect R-12
refrigerant mixing.
To protect R-12
refrigerant mixing.
Do not mix with
R-12 refrigerant.
To remove the
moisture from
pipe inside.
Defect in
refrigerant leak
area.
The opening time should be reduced
to a half of the standards during rain
and rainy seasons (the penetration of
water into the pipe is dangerous).
- Refer to repair note in each part.
- R-134a refrigerant is more
susceptible to leaks than R-12 and
requires more care during welding.
-
Do not apply force to pipes before and
after welding to protect pipe from cracking.
- In case of evaporator parts, if it doesn't
make sound when removing rubber
cap, blow dry air or N2gas for more
than 1 min. and than use the parts.
Note: Only applicable to the model
equipped with reverse flow
protect plate.
Vacuum efficiency can be improved
by operating compressor during
evacuation.
The rubber pipes for R-12 refrigerant
will be melted when they are used for
R-134a refrigerant (causes of leak.)
- Do not weigh the refrigerant at too
hot or too cold an area.
(77°F [25°C] is adequate.)
- Make Copper charging canister
(Device filling refrigerant)
Socket: 2SV Plug: 2PV R-134a
Note: Do not burn O-ring (bushing)
during welding.
- Check for an oil leak at the refrigerant
leak area. Use an electronic leak
detector if an oil leak is not found.
- The electronic leak detector is very
sensitive to halogen gas in the air. It
also can detect R-141b in urethane.
Practice many times before using this
type of detector to avoid false readings.
Evacuation
time
Vacuum
degree
Vacuum
Vacuum
piping
Pipe
coupler
Outlet
(Socket)
Plug

7-1 OPERATION PRINCIPLE
7-1-1 Operation Principle of Icemaker
1. Turning the icemaking stop switch off (O) stops the icemaking function.
2. Setting the icemaker switch to OFF and then turning it back on will reset the icemaker control.
7. OPERATION PRINCIPLE AND REPAIR METHOD OF ICE MAKER
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• Adjusts EJECTOR to Start Position with power on.
Power On
Start Position
Ice Making
Mode
Harvest
Mode
Park Position
Fill
Test Mode
• Waits until water becomes cold after starting
ice-making operation.
• Runs MOTOR to drop ice on tray from ICE BIN.
• Performs Ice Making Mode after supplying water by operating
SOLENOID in ICE VALVE.
• With the detect lever, checks if the ICE BIN is full.
• To operate LINE and SERVICE, press and hold the Fill Key
for 3 seconds. The ice maker will run through 3 stages:
Harvest Fill Icemaking.

7-2 CONTROL METHOD ACCORDING TO FUNCTIONS
7-2-1 Start Position
1. After POWER OFF or Power Cut, check EJECTOR's position with MICOM initialization to restart.
2. Control Method to check if it's in place:
(1) EJECTOR is in place,
- The ejector must be in the park position before a new cycle can be initiated.
(2) EJECTOR isn't in place:
A. If there is no ice formed in the ice maker, it should take approximately 2 minutes for the ejector blades to cycle through
the harvest mode and return to the park position.
B. If there is ice formed in the ice maker, it can take up to 18 minutes for the ejector blades to cycle through the
harvest mode and return to the park position.
7-2-2 Ice Making Mode
1. The Ice Making Mode starts once the ejector is in the park position and the ice maker mold is filled with water.
2. The Ice Making Mode is terminated when the ice maker sensor reaches 19°F(-7°C). This may take between 1 and 4
hours.
7-2-3 Harvest Mode
1. The Harves mode is initiated when the temperature is satisfied with the shut-off arm in the down position.
2. Once the Harvest mode is initiated, the heater is operated for 30 seconds.
3. After 30 seconds, the ejector blades are operated. (Pin 10 of micom from the hall sensor will read 5V.)
4. Once the ejector blades have reached the park position and the hall sensor is reading 0V, water fill will be initiated.
NOTE : If no movement is detected from the shut-off arm (detect lever), that a Harvest mode will be attempted every 2
hours.
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Heater
on
off
on
0V
5V
off
30 sec.
10 sec.
Motor
Hall IC
Harvest mode
end poing
2 ms
Ice-making sensor temperature is 50°F(10˚C) or more
Max. 18 minutes
After detect LEVER rises
<fig1. Harvest mode process>

7-2-4 Fill / Park Position
1. Once a normal harvest mode has been completed, the water solenoid will be activated.
2. The amount of water is adjusted by pressing the water supply control Switch. This changes the time allowed for fill as
illustrated in the chart.
Water supply amount TABLE
NOTE : Below is an example used by another vendor as an explanation of what is taking place.
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STAGE TIME TO SUPPLY INDICATIONS REMARKS
1
2
3
4
5
6 sec.
7 sec.
8 sec.
9 sec.
10 sec.
The water amount will vary depending
on the water control Switch setting, as
well as the water pressure of the
connected water line.

7-2-5 Function TEST
1.
This is a compulsory operation for TEST, SVC, cleaning, etc. It is operated by pressing the water supply control KEY for 3 seconds.
2. It operates in the Icemaking mode, but not in the Ice-Removing mode or water supply process. (If there is an ERROR, it
can only be checked in the TEST mode.)
3. If the water supply control KEY is pressed for 3 seconds in the Ice-Making mode (no matter what condition the Ice-
Making tray is in) the Ice-Removing operation starts immediately. Water is not yet frozen, so water is poured instead of
ice. If the control doesn’t operate normally in the TEST mode, check and repair as needed.
4. After water is supplied, the normal CYCLE is followed: ice making →Harvest →Fill →Park position.
5. When Stage 5 is completed in the TEST mode, minimize MICOM in 5 seconds, the time needed to supply water resets to
the previous status in the TEST mode.
Diagnosis TABLE
7-3 DEFECT DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
7-3-1 ERROR CODES shown on Ice Maker water supply control panel
ERROR indicators in table can be checked only in TEST mode.
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STAGE ITEMS INDICATOR REMARKS
1
2
3
4
5
6
HEATER
MOTOR
HALL IC (detection
of position) I
VALVE
HALL IC (detection
of full-filled Ice) II
reset
Five seconds after heater starts, heater will
go off if temperature recorded by sensor is
50°F(10°C) or lever is in up position.
Five seconds after heater starts, you can
confirm that motor is moving.
You can confirm Hall Ic detection of position.
Two seconds after detection of initial
position, you can confirm that valve is on.
You can check whether hall is sensing Full
ice condition. (If there is a full-filled error, the
fifth LED is not on.)
Five seconds after fifth stage is completed,
the Icemaker reset at initial status.
NO DIVISION INDICATOR CONTENTS REMARKS
1
2
3
Normal
Ice-Making
Sensor
malfunction
Ice Maker Kit
malfunction
Mark time to
supply
Mark previous status on TEST mode
None
Open or short-circuited wire
When ejector blades don’t reach
park position over 18 minutes
since Harvest Mode starts.
Display switch
operates properly
Make sure that the wire
on each sensor is
connected.
Defects of
HALL IC/MOTOR/
HEATER/RELAY