GC-B303SMHV - Fridge LG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GC-B303SMHV LG

Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.

LG

Life's Good

EAC

Important safety instruction 4

Identification of parts 13

Installation

Where to install 14

Operation

Starting 15

Adjusting the temperatures and functions 15

Refrigerator compartment 19

Multi-Use compartment 19

Freezer compartment 19

Suggestion on food storage

Location of foods 20

Storing foods 22

Care and maintenance

How to dismantle parts 23

Cleaning 25

Energy-Saving Method 25

General information 26

Trouble shooting 27

SMART FUNCTIONS

Using Smart ThinQ Application 31

Using Smart Diagnosis™ 32

Entry

The model and serial numbers are found on the inner case or back of refrigerator compartment of this unit. These numbers are unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase. Staple your receipt here.

Date of purchase	:
Dealer purchased from	:
Dealer address	:
Dealer phone no.	:
Model no.	:
Serial no.	:

⚠️ Important safety instruction

Before it is used, this refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the installation instructions in this document.

When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over the power cord or to damage it in any way.

After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when your hands are damp or wet. Skin could adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet for cleaning or other requirements. Never touch it with wet hands because you can get an electric shock or be hurt.

Never place glass products in the freezer because they may be broken due to expansion when their contents are frozen.

Never allow your hands within the ice storage bin of the automatic ice maker. You could be hurt by the operation of the automatic ice maker.

The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

Don't use an extension cord

Accessibility of Supply Plug

Supply Cord Replacement

If possible, connect the refrigerator to its own individual electrical outlet to prevent it and other appliances or household lights from causing an overload that could cause a power outage.

The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnection when accident happens.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

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⚠️ Important safety instruction

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This guide contains many important safety messages.

Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These words mean:

DANGER You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

CAUTION 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.

! WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following. Read all instructions before using this appliance.

1. When connecting the power

The dedicated outlet should be used.

• Using several devices at one outlet may cause fire.
- The electric leakage breaker may damage food and the dispenser may be leaked.

Do not allow the power plug to face upward or to be squeezed at the back of the refrigerator.

Water may be flown into or the plug may be damaged, which causes fire or electric shock.

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Prevent the power cord from being squeezed or imprinted if the refrigerator is pushed in after the power plug is extracted during the installation.

It becomes the cause of fire or electric shock. When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

Important safety instruction

Do not allow the power cord bent or pressed by the heavy object to be damaged.

It may damage the power cord to cause fire or electric shock.

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Do not extend or modify the length of the power plug.

It causes electric shock or fire by the electric damage of the power cord or others.

Unplug the power plug when cleaning, handling or replacing the interior lamp of the refrigerator.

• It may cause electric shock or injury.
• When replacing the interior lamp of the refrigerator, make sure that the rubber ring for preventing the electric spark within the socket is not taken off.

Do not pull out the cord or touch the power plug with wet hands.

- It may cause electric shock or injury.

Remove water or dust from the power plug and insert it with the ends of the pins securely connected.

Dust, water or unstable connection may fire or electric shock.

Pull out the power plug not by grasping the cord but the plug of its end.

It may cause electric shock or short circuit to fire.

Make sure of grounding.

Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if you have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded or not.

Ground Wire Copper Flat More than 30 inches

The incorrect grounding may cause breakdown and electric shock.

Be sure to use grounded exclusive proper voltage consent for the power plug.

It becomes the cause of fire.

⚠️ Important safety instruction

When the power cord or the power plug is damaged or the holes of the outlet are loosed, do not use them. It may cause electric shock or short circuit to make fire.

Wait for 5 minutes or longer when reconnecting the plug.

It may cause the operation of the freezer to fail.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid any hazard.

2. When using the refrigerator

Do not place the heavy object or the dangerous object (container with liquid) on the refrigerator.

It may be dropped to cause injury, fire or electric shock when opening or closing the door.

Do not install the refrigerator in the wet place or the place which water or rain splashes.

Deterioration of insulation of electric parts may cause electric leakage.

Do not cling to the door or the shelves of the door or the home bar of the freezer or the cool chamber.

It may make the refrigerator fallen down or damage the hands. Especially, do not allow the children to do the above.

Prevent children from entering the product.

It may endanger the life of a child if the child enters the refrigerator.

Opening and closing the door of the refrigerator vigorously may cause the stored food in the refrigerator basket to fall by shock and hurt the foot, so take precautions.

Do not use or store inflammable materials ether, benzene, alcohol, medicine, LP gas, spray or cosmetics near or in the refrigerator.

It may cause explosion or fire.

Do not place the lit candle within the fridge-freezer to deodorize. Do not use drier to dry the inside, nor light a candle to remove odor.

It may cause explosion or fire.

Don't insert the hands into the automatic ice maker. (Only for the model with the automatic ice maker)

It may cause injury.

Do not store the medicine or the academic materials at the refrigerator.

When the material with the strict temperature control is stored, it may be deteriorated or it may make an unexpected reaction to cause any risk.

Do not use the combustible spray near the refrigerator.

It may cause fire.

Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

Avoid the heating devices. Install in places away from the fire such as the place where flammable gas is leaked.

It may cause fire.

Do not place flower vase, cup, cosmetics, medicine or any container with water on the refrigerator.

It may cause fire, electric shock or injury by dropping down.

Cartoon illustration of a refrigerator with a distressed expression and a falling refrigerator (no text or symbols)

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NO ×

NO

NO

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⚠️ Important safety instruction

Use the submerged refrigerator after checking it.

It may cause electric shock or fir.

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In case of thunder and lightning, or not in use for a long period of time, detach the power plug.

There is a danger of electric shock or fire.

When gas is leaked, do not touch the refrigerator or the outlet and ventilate the room immediately.

• The explosion by spark may cause fire or burn.

- Because this refrigerator uses natural gas (isobutene, R600a) as the environment-friendly refrigerant, even a small amount (80\~90g) is combustible. When the gas is leaked by the severe damage during delivering, installing or using the refrigerator, any spark may cause fire or burn.

GAS

Do not spray water at the outside or the inside of the refrigerator or do not clean it with benzene or thinner.

Deterioration of insulation of electric parts may cause electric shock or fire.

NO₂

When any strange smell or smoke is detected from the refrigerator, disconnect the power plug immediately and contact to the service center.

It may cause fire.

Service center

Do not allow any person except the qualified engineer to disassemble, repair or alter the refrigerator.

It may cause injury, electric shock or fire.

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Important safety instruction

Do not use the refrigerator for non-domestic purpose (storing medicine or testing material, using at the ship, etc.).

It may cause an unexpected risk such as fire, electric shock, deterioration of stored material or chemical reaction.

When disposing the refrigerator, remove the packing material from the door or take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

It many cause to lock out the child.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced 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 a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Install the refrigerator on the solid and level floor.

Installing it on the unstable place may cause death by falling down the refrigerator when opening or closing the door.

Do not insert the hands or the metal stick into the exit of cool air, the cover, the bottom of the refrigerator, the heatproof grill (exhaust hole) at the backside.

NO

It may cause electric shock or injury.

When you want to dispose the refrigerator, contact to the down-block office.

When you want to dispose the large living waste such as electric home appliance and furniture, you'd better contact the local down block office.

⚠️ Important safety instruction

CAUTION

Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture.

Always be careful, please.

Do not touch food or containers at the freezer with wet hands.

It may cause frostbite.

NO

When the electricity is off for long time, remove ice from the ice box.

- Ice may melt due to long-time power failure.

Do not place the food in disorder inside the refrigerator.

The food may fall during opening and closing the door of the refrigerator and hurt people.

Do not put bottle in the freezer.

It may freeze the contents to break the bottle to cause injury.

Do not insert the hands into the bottom of the refrigerator.

The iron plate of the bottom may cause injury.

Carry the refrigerator with the handle bar at the bottom of the front and the top of the rear.

Otherwise, your hands may be slipped to cause injury. Because the product is heavy, carrying it alone may hurt people or accidents may occur.

Because opening or closing the door of the refrigerator may cause injury to the person around it, be careful, please.

Opening or closing the door may cause feet or hands to be caught in the chink in door or the child to be get hurt by the corner.

Do not put any living animal in the refrigerator.

! WARNING

⚠️ Important safety instruction

⚠️ Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures. When disposal, please consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person.

This 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. Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes.

In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 1 m^2 in size for every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance. Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.

Child entrapment warning

Don't store

Grounding (Earthing)

! DANGER: Risk of child entrapment.

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

Take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Don't store or use gasoline or other flammable vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

In the event of an electric short circuit, grounding (earthing) 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. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if you have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Identification of parts

Dairy Box(optional) Door Basket shelf Temperature Sensor Vegetabel drawer Use to keep fruits and vegetables,etc. fresh and crisp Egg tray 2L Bottle Door Basket Ice box Freezer Drawer Shallow drawer of Multi-Use Compartment Big drawer of Multi-Use Compartment (Bottom) Leveling screw

Note

Parts, features, and options vary by model. Your model may not include every option.

Select a good location

Where to install

1. Select a good location. Place your fridge-freezer where it is easy to use.
2. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture.
3. To ensure proper air circulation around the fridge -freezer, please maintain sufficient space on both the sides as well as top and maintain at least 2 inches (5cm) from the rear wall.
4. There must be proper air circulation around your fridge-freezer to keep it operating efficiently.
5. To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled. If required, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for the uneven 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 counterclockwise ( ) to lower the unit, clockwise( ) to raise it.
6. Install accessories such as ice cube box, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
7. Clean your fridge-freezer thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping.
8. Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet. Don't double up with other appliances on the same outlet.
9. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-retail applications.

Keep it at a proper distance More than 5cm to back

Raise Lower

Disposal of the old appliance

This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant) and 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.

Starting

When your refrigerator is first installed, allow it to stabilize at normal operating temperatures for 2-3 hours prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods. If operation is interrupted, wait 7 minutes before restarting.

Adjusting the temperatures and functions

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Function display board

Linear Compressor Smart TV 8°C Eco Fridge Temperature adjustment button for Refrigerator compartment -88°C Eco Fridge Freezer Temperature Adjustment button for Multi-Use compartment -88°C Super Freezer Temperature Adjustment button for freezer compartment *Wi-Fi Wi-Fi(This sets the refrigerator to connect to your home's Wi-Fi network.) Hygiene Fresh Power Lock *Extra Function : Hold 3 sec. Lock Button

How to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment

How to adjust the temperature in the Multi-Use compartment

How to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment

Refrigerator "ECO"

Adjusting the temperatures and functions

When doors are closed or stopping button selection for 20 seconds, the brightness of LED display will turn down. The power saving mode is activated. When a door is open or a button is pressed, the brightness of LED display will turn up.

You can adjust temperature of the freezer compartment, refrigerator compartment and Multi-Use compartment.

Refrigerator compartment temperature adjustment

Fridge

When you press "Fridge" button, the temperature of refrigerator compartment is repeated in the following order:

$$ \begin{array}{l} 4 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 3 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 2 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow \mathrm{ECO} \rightarrow 8 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 7 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 6 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \ \rightarrow 5 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 4 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \ \end{array} $$

Multi-Use compartment temperature adjustment

Fridge Freezer

When you press" "Fridge Freezer" button, the temperature of Multi-Use compartment is repeated in the following order:

$$ \begin{array}{l} 0 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 1 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 2 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 3 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 7 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 1 2 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 1 5 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \ \rightarrow - 1 7 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow \mathrm{ECO} \rightarrow 7 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 6 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 5 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 4 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 3 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \ \rightarrow 2 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 1 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow 0 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \ \end{array} $$

Freezer compartment temperature adjustment

Freezer

When you press" Freezer " button, the temperature of freezer compartment is repeated in the following order:

$$ - 1 9 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 2 0 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 2 1 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 2 2 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 2 3 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 2 4 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} $$

$$ \rightarrow - 2 6 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} (\text { Super }) \rightarrow - 1 6 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 1 7 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 1 8 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} \rightarrow - 1 9 ^ {\circ} \mathrm{C} $$

In order to save electricity when no food needs to be stored in the refrigerator compartment, you can select the Refrigerator ECO function, that is, to turn off the refrigerator compartment.

To put the refrigerator in the stop state, press "Fridge" repeatedly until "ECO" lights up.

Multi-use "ECO"

In order to save electricity when no food needs to be stored in the multi-use compartment you can select the multi-use compartment ECO function, that is, to turn off the multi-use compartment.

To put the multi-use compartment in the stop state, press "Fridge Freezer" repeatedly until "ECO" lights up.

Fridge Freezer -18°C ECO

When you need to clean the air please select this function.

Hygiene Fresh (Optional)

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    A["Power"] --> B["Hygiene Fresh"]
    B --> C["Power"]
    C --> D["Hygiene Fresh"]
    D --> E["Power"]
    E --> F["OFF"]

※ Potent air purification Setting:

Press " Hygiene " key. " [icon] " pattern and "Power" light will be on.

It enters power mode.

Cancel: Press "Hygiene Fresh" key. "Power" light will be off.

It exits power mode.

Note: In power mode, it exits power mode and returns to Automatic mode when time of power air purification elapses (Maximum 4 hours).

※ Press “ Hygiene Fresh ” key to adjust air purification.

Displayed content about air purification varies as follows:

Automatic Mode —> Power mode —> OFF —> Automatic Mode

Lock

• Pressing this button stops operation of other buttons.
• Locking or Unlocking is repeated whenever pressing the "Lock" button.
  (For "Locking" or "UnLocking" press the "Lock" button for 3 secs.)
• When you use the “Lock” button, you can not use any other button. Until you unlock the refrigerator. When you press the other buttons when the refrigerator is locked, the “Lock” will flash 3 times to notify the current lock condition.

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    A["* Lock"] --> B["LOCK UNLOCK"]

Setting Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi button, when used with the LG Smart ThinQ application, allows the refrigerator to connect to a home Wi-Fi network.

The Wi-Fi icon shows the status of the refrigerator's network connection. The icon illuminates when the refrigerator is connected to the Wi-Fi network.

Press and hold the Wi-Fi button for 3 seconds to connect to the network. The icon blinks while the connection is being made, then turns on once the connection is successfully made.

Door open alarm

• When the refrigerator compartment door is left open or not closed completely for more than 1 minute, it sounds 3 times every 30 seconds.
• If the warning sound remains after the refrigerator door, Multi-Use compartment drawer or freezer door is closed, contact your local service center.

Self-diagnosis (fault detection) function

Self-diagnosis function operates when a problem occurs in the unit. When an error occurs in the unit. Immediately contact the service center without turning the power OFF. If the power is OFF, it will take the engineer longer to find out where the fault occurs.

The pressing of any function buttons will not alter the temperature setting when a fault occurs.

Memory feature

When the power comes on again after a power failure, it is able to recall the last settings of refrigerator temperature, Refrigerator ECO, freezing temperature, multi-use compartment ECO and multi-use compartment temperature.

However, the Super Freezing can not be memorized. If the unit is in the Super Freezing state when the power is off, the freezing temperature will be set to "-21°C" after the power is recovered.

Auto Defroster Function

Your refrigerator is frost free, which means there is no need to manually defrost your refrigerator.

The wind blows from heater and fan will melt the frost on the surface of the built-in evaporator (invisible from outside) automatically.

At the same time, the defrosted water flows down to the evaporating tray which is located in the lower side of the refrigerator and is evaporated automatically.

Ice making

Function

1. Fill the ice tray with water to 4/5 of its capacity and place it into the freezing compartment.

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1. Twist the both sides of the ice tray so as to remove the ice tray so as to remove the ice cubes easily.

Tip : To remove ice cubes easily, run water on the tray before twisting.

Fill with potable water only.

Note

The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status, as the indicated setting temperature is a target temperature, not actual temperature within refrigerator.

Refrigeration function is weak in the initial time. Please adjust temperature as above after using refrigerator for minimum 2\~3 days.

Shelf

Refrigerator compartment

In order to store tall foods, move the shelves to change the height between them.

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Lift the inside of the shelf and pull it out to remove the shelf. Install the removed shelf at desired position.

Note

Remove the items on the shelf before moving it.

Multi-Use Compartment

Multi-Use compartment

When store vegetables and fruits, set the Multi-Use compartment temperature to 1-7°C; When store fish and meat for a short time, set the temperature to below 0°C. Therefore, always check the temperature setting before store food.

Small Drawer of Multi-Use compartment Big Drawer of Multi-Use compartment

- The small drawer is used to store small package foods, and the large size drawer is used to handle large package foods. The stored foods must not exceed the limited height, otherwise the small drawer will not be placed to it's correct position and the drawer can not be closed normally.

Freezer compartment

If a large quantity of food is to be placed in the freezer compartment, The middle drawer of freezer compartment shall be taken out of the appliance and food shall be stacked directly on the wire shelf.

Freezer compartment provides wire self on default to maximize food storage capacity. And also the drawer is provided to convenient usage for watery meat or half-liquid state food.

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Location on foods

Technical diagram of an open refrigerator with numbered compartments and doorways, showing internal structure and interior layout.

Refrigerator Compartment Multi-Use Compartment Freezer Compartment

Suggestions on refrigerator storage

1 Dairy Box (optional)

Store small packages of milk or spices.

3 Shelf

Store refrigerated food (The foods should be kept a certain distance between each other and the air outlet should never be blocked by th

Store water and beverage.

4 Vegetable drawer

Store fruits and vegetables.

Suggestions on Multi-Use compartment

5 Small draw of Multi-Use compartment (top)

Store refrigerated or frozen foods.

6 Big drawer Multi-Use compartment (bottom)

Store refrigerated or frozen foods.

Suggestions on freezer compartment

7 Ice maker

For instructions on how to make ice, refer to the user guide.

8 Freezer drawer

Store frozen foods for a long time or the foods of large size.

※ If food is too bulky, remove shelf, vegetable drawer and drawers, etc.

Freezer compartment

CAUTION

Refrigerator compartment

Note

Storing foods

• Store fresh food in the refrigerator compartment. How food is frozen and thawed is an important factor in maintaining its freshness and flavor.
• Do not store food which goes bad easily at low temperatures, such as bananas, and melons.
• Allow hot food to cool prior to storing, placing hot food in the refrigerator could spoil other food, and lead to higher energy consumption.
• When storing the food, cover it with vinyl wrap or store in a container with a lid. This prevents moisture from evaporating, and helps food to keep its taste and nutrients.
• Do not block air vents with food. Smooth circulation of chilled air keeps refrigerator temperatures even.
• Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the refrigerator, and cause temperatures to rise.
• Never keep too much food in door rack because they may push against by inner racks so that the door cannot be fully closed.
• Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may break when frozen.
• Do not refreeze food that has been thawed. This causes loss of taste and nutrient.
• When storing frozen food like ice cream for a long period, place it on the freezer shelf, not in the door rack.
• Do not touch the cold foods or containers- especially made of metallic -, with wet hands and place glass products in the freezer compartment.

- That's why you may have chilblains and they may be broken when their inner matters are frozen, causing personal injury.

• Avoid placing moist food in top refrigerator shelves, it could freeze from direct contact with chilled air.
• Always clean food prior to refrigeration. Vegetables and fruits should be washed and wiped, and packed food should be wiped, to prevent adjacent food from spoiling.
• When storing eggs in their storage rack or box, ensure that they are fresh, and always store them in an upright position, which keeps them fresh longer.

- If you keep the refrigerator in a hot and humid place, frequent opening of the door or storing a lot of vegetables in it may cause dew to form which has no effect on its performance. Remove the dew with dust cloth free from care.

How to dismantle parts

Note

Dismantling is done in the reverse sequence of assembly. Be sure to unplug the power plug before dismantling and assembly. Never apply severe force to dismantle parts. Parts may be damaged.

shelf

• Lift the inside of the shelf and pull it out to remove the shelf;
• Wash the removed shelf with water and wipe it clean using a dry soft cloth;
  • Install the shelf in the reverse order.

Diagram showing a hand using a tool to adjust or install a component, with two magnified insets illustrating the process.

Door rack

Grasp the door rack tightly with one hand and tap it from bottom with another hand to remove the door rack;

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Vegetable drawer

Pull the vegetable drawer all the way out, then lift the outside of the drawer and pull it out.

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Vegetable drawer cover

- Lift up and pull out the Fruit & Vegetable Drawer cover;

Illustration of a hand pressing down on a mechanical component (no text or symbols visible)

Lamp Replacement

Note

This product uses LED Lamps which can not be replaced by the user. Please contact an authorized service center for LED lamp service or replacement.

The drawer of muti-use compartment

How to dismantle parts

1. Pull out the lower drawer of the Multi-Use compartment till it cannot move.
2. Remove the small drawer.
3. Raise the whole set of drawers and then pull them out. Take out the whole set of drawers;
4. Wash all the drawers with water and dry it with soft cloth;

Two technical illustrations showing a mechanical press or holder device being inserted into a rack, with no visible text or symbols.

1. Install the whole set of drawer, keeping the rollers of the drawer underneath the rollers of the compartment;

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1. Install the small drawer.

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Pay attention to the direction when installing the small drawer. It can not be closed if installed in the reverse direction.

Dismantle and Cleaning of Freezer Compartment Drawer

Cleaning of Door and Drawer Gaskets

Illustration of a hand inserting a card into a drawer (no text or symbols)

Raise the front end of the freezer compartment lower drawer, pull out to the front side. Wash the plastic drawer with water, then wipe with a clean soft cloth; Install the plastic drawer in the reverse order.

Dirty door seals will get aged and damaged easily and that will cause cold air leakages, so the gaskets of door and drawer should always be clean.

Before cleaning

Exterior

Interior

After cleaning

! WARNING

Cleaning

It is important that your refrigerator be kept clean to prevent undesirable odors. Spilled food should be wiped up immediately, since it may acidify and stain plastic surfaces if allowed to settle.

Be sure to unplug the power.

Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or detergent to clean the durable finish of your refrigerator.

Wipe with a clean damp cloth and then dry.

For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild Detergent in warm water.

Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.

Dry thoroughly with a Soft cloth.

Do not use appliance wax, bleach, or other products containing chlorine on stainless steel.

Regular cleaning is recommended. Wash all compartments a baking soda solution or a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry.

Please verify that the power cord is not damaged, power plug is not overheated, or power plug is well inserted into the power consent.

Always remove power cord from the wall outlet prior to cleaning in the vicinity of electrical parts (lamps, switches, controls, etc.).

Wipe up excess moisture with a sponge or cloth to prevent water or liquid from getting into any electrical part and causing an electric shock.

Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, coarse abrasive cleaners, strong alkaline solutions, flammable or toxic cleaning liquids on any surface.

Do not touch frozen surfaces with wet or damp hands, because damp object will stickor adhere to extremely cold surfaces.

Energy-Saving Method

• Install the fridge in a shady,cool and well-ventilated place.
- Do not open and close the door frequently if not necessary.
- Please do not keep the door open for a long time, close door in the shortest time.
- Allow hot food to cool prior to storing
- Too much food are not advised to be put in. Enough space should be kept for cool air circulating freely.
- Do not set the temperature of refrigerator lower than needed. Do not set the temperature of refrigerator lower than needed. Do not put the food near the temperature sensor.
- Food need't store is not advised to be put in.
- Place the deep-frozen food for thawing intorefrigerator; they can be used for cooling the refrigerator. (Applicabe to some models only)
- Clean up the back cover and anti-condensation pipe termly (once a year) to make sure heat exchange in gear. (Applicabe to some models only)
- Do not block air vents with food. (Applicabe to some models only)

Vacation time

Power failure

If you move

Anti condensation pipe

Replace the lamp

WARNING

General information

During average length vacations, you will probably find it best to leave the refrigerator in operation. Place freezable items in freezer for longer life. When you plan not to operate, remove all food, disconnect the power cord, clean the interior thoroughly, and leave each door OPEN to prevent odor formation.

Most power failures that are corrected in an hour or two will not affect your refrigerator temperatures. However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off.

Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the refrigerator. To avoid damaging the height adjusting screws, turn them all the way into the base.

The Anti-Condensation pipe is installed around the front side of fridge-freezer as well as on the partition between fridge compartment and freezer compartment to prevent dewing. Especially after installation or when ambient temperature is high, the fridge-freezer may feel hot, which is quite normal.

Lighting specifications of this product: refrigerator compartment lamp power: DC12V;

In case the lamp is damaged, contact service center to replace it. Never replace it by yourself.

Trouble shooting

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.

Occurrence	Possible cause	Solution
Running of refrigerator
Refrigerator does not run	Refrigerator is in defrost cycle.	This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs periodically.
	Plug at wall outlet is disconnected.	Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
	Power outage. Check house lights.	Call local electric company.
Refrigerator runs too much or too long	Refrigerator is larger than the previous one you owned.	This is normal. Larger, more efficient units run longer in these conditions.
	Room or outside weather is hot.	It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions.
	Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time.	It takes some hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely.
	Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently.	Wait for a while until the refrigerator compartment, Multi-Use compartment and freezer compartment reach the set temperature.
	Doors are opened too frequently or too long.	Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run longer. Open the door less often.
	Gaps may be formed on the refrigerator compartment door, Multi-Use compartment drawer or freezer compartment drawer	Make sure the refrigerator is level. Keep food and containers from blocking door. See problem section. OPENING/CLOSING of doors.
	Refrigerator control is set too cold.	Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting until the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.
	The gaskets of the refrigerator compartment door, Multi-Use compartment drawer or freezer compartment door is dirty, worn or deformed.	Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures.
	Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator at a constant temperature.	This is normal. Refrigerator goes on and off to keep the temperature constant.

Trouble shooting

Occurrence	Possible cause	Solution
Temperatures are too cold
The freezer compartment is too cold but the temperatures in other compartments are normal	Freezer temperature is set too cold.	Set the freezer control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is satisfactory.
The refrigerator compartment is too cold but the temperatures in other compartments are normal	Refrigerator temperature is set too cold.	Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting
The Multi-Use compartment is too cold but the temperatures in other compartments are normal	Multi-Use compartment temperature is set too cold.	Set the Multi-Use control to a warmer setting.
Temperatures are too warm
The temperature in refrigerator compartment, Multi-Use compartment or freezer compartment is too high	Freezer temperature is set too warm.	Set the freezer temperature to a colder setting until the freezer temperature is satisfactory.
	Multi-Use compartment temperature is set too warm.	Set the Multi-Use compartment temperature to a colder setting until the Multi-Use compartment temperature is satisfactory.
	Refrigerator control is set too warm. Refrigerator control has some effect on freezer temperature.	Set the refrigerator temperature to a colder setting until the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.
	Doors are opened too frequently or too long.	Warm air enters the refrigerator/ freezer whenever the door is opened. Open the door less often.
	Door is slightly open.	Close the door completely.
	Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently.	Wait until the refrigerator or freezer has a chance to reach its selected temperature.
	Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time.	A refrigerator requires some hours to cool down completely.
The refrigerator compartment is too warm but the temperatures in other compartments are normal	The refrigerator compartment is set to a high temperature or in refrigerator compartment ECO state.	Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting.
The Multi-Use compartment is too warm but the temperatures in other compartments are normal	The Multi-Use compartment is set to a high temperature or in Multi-Use compartment ECO state.	Set the Multi-Use control to a colder setting.

Trouble shooting

Occurrence	Possible cause	Solution
Sound and noise
Louder sound levels when refrigerator is on.	Today's refrigerators have increased storage capacity and maintain more even temperatures.	It is normal for sound levels to be higher.
Louder sound levels when compressor comes on.	Refrigerator operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle.	This is normal. The sound will level off as the refrigerator continues to run.
Vibrating or rattling noise.	Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly.	Be sure floor is level and solid and can adequately support refrigerator.
	Items placed on the top of the refrigerator are vibrating.	Remove items.
	Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in the refrigerator.	It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly. Move dishes slightly. Make sure refrigerator is level and firmly set on floor.
	Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets.	Move refrigerator so that it does not touch the wall or refrigerator.
Water/Moisture /Ice inside refrigerator
Moisture collects on the inside walls of the refrigerator.	The weather is hot and humid which increases the rate of frost buildup and internal sweating.	This is normal.
	Door is slightly open.	See problem section opening/closing of doors.
	Door is opened too often or too long.	Open the door less often.
Water/Moisture /Ice outside refrigerator
Moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator or between doors.	Weather is humid.	This is normal in humid weather. When humidity is lower, the moisture should disappear.
	Door is slightly open, causing cold air from the inside the refrigerator to meet warm air from the outside.	This time, close the door completely.

Trouble shooting

Occurrence	Possible cause	Solution
Odors in refrigerator
	Interior needs to be cleaned.	Clean interior with sponge, warm water and baking soda.
	Food with strong odor is in the refrigerator.	Cover food completely.
	Some containers and wrapping materials produce odors.	Use a different container or brand of wrapping materials.
Opening/Closing of doors/Drawers
Door(s) will not close.	Food package is keeping door open.	Move packages that keep door from closing.
The door or drawer is not closed tightly	The door or drawer is closed with so much force that other drawers and door are opened.	Close the door or drawer gently.
	Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly.	Adjust the height adjusting screw.
	Floor is uneven or weak. Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly.	Be sure floor is level and can adequately support refrigerator.Contact carpenter to correct sagging or sloping floor.
	Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets.	Move refrigerator.
The drawer is hard to pull out or can not be closed tightly	The drawer is stuck by packing bag or the food in the drawer is too heavy.	Remove the food that blocks the drawer or reduce the amount of food in the drawer.
	Track that drawer slides on is dirty.	Clean drawer and track.
Ice maker problems
	The ice cubes have an odor.	Check if the ice cubes are tainted by foods with strong odor in the compartment.The interiors of ice bin and the unit need cleaning.

Using Smart ThinQ Application

Installing Smart ThinQ

Search for the LG Smart ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download and install the application.

Wi-Fi Function

• For appliances with the or logo

Communicate with the appliance from a smart phone using the convenient smart features.

Firmware Update

Keep the appliance performance updated.

Smart Diagnosis™

If you use the Smart Diagnosis function, you will be provided with the useful information such as a correct way of using the appliance based on the pattern of use.

Settings

Allows you to set various options on the refrigerator and in the application.

NOTE

- To verify the Wi-Fi connection, check that Wi-Fi icon on the control panel is lit.

- LG Smart ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.

- The machine supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks only.

- If the appliance is having trouble connecting to the Wi-Fi network, it may be too far from the router. Purchase a Wi-Fi repeater (range extender) to improve the Wi-Fi signal strength.

- The Wi-Fi connection may not connect or may be interrupted because of the home network environment.

• The network connection may not work properly depending on the internet service provider.
• The surrounding wireless environment can make the wireless network service run slowly.
• The application is subject to change for appliance improvement purposes without notice to users.
  • Functions may vary by model.

Open Source Software Notice Information

To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.

In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.

LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to [e-mail]. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the date on which you purchased the product.

Smart Diagnosis™ Using a Smart Phone

• For appliances with the or logo

Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information centre when the appliance malfunctions or fails.

Smart Diagnosis ^™ can not be activated unless the appliance is connected to power. If the appliance is unable to turn on, then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis ^™ .

Using Smart Diagnosis™

Smart Diagnosis™ Through the Customer Information Centre

Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information center when the appliance malfunctions or fails. Use this function only to contact the service representative, not during normal operation.

1 Press the Lock button to activate the lock function.

• If the lock function has been activated already, press the Lock button to deactivate the lock function, and then press the Lock button again to activate the lock function.
• Please note that the Smart Diagnosis function will not operate until five minutes has passed since the lock function was activated.

2 Press and hold the Freezer button for three seconds or longer while continuing to hold your phone to the speaker.
3 Open the fridge door and then hold the phone on the upper right speaker hole.

- Position the phone so that its microphone is aligned with the speaker hole.

Simple line drawing of a mechanical component or tool interacting with a base (no text or symbols)

4 After the data transfer is complete, the service agent will explain the result of the Smart Diagnosis ^™ .

NOTE

• Position the phone so that its microphone is aligned with the speaker hole.
• The Smart Diagnosis™ sound is generated after around three seconds.
• Do not take the phone off the speaker hole while the data is transmitted.
• Hold the phone to the upper right speaker hole and wait while the data is transmitted.
• The 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.
• When 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 customer information centre explains the diagnosis result.
• The Smart Diagnosis™ function depends on the local call quality.
• The communication performance will improve and you can transmit a better signal if you use a land line home phone.
• If the Smart Diagnosis™ data transfer is poor due to poor call quality, you may not receive the best Smart Diagnosis™ service.