GR-B712QC - Fridge LG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GR-B712QC LG

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LG

REFRIGERATOR- FREEZER

OWNER'S MANUAL

PLEASE

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL THOROUGHLY

BEFORE OPERATING AND KEEP IT HANDY

FOR REFERENCE AT ALL TIMES.

CONTENTS

INSTALLATION 3

INNER PARTS 4

OPERATIONS 5-7

Starting

Controls For Refrigerator Compartment

Controls For Freezer Compartment

Ice Making (Optional)

Fresh Zone (Optional)

Defrosting

Deodorizer (Optional)

SUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE 8

CLEANING 9

GENERAL INFORMATION 9

LAMP REPLACEMENT 10

IMPORTANT WARNINGS 10

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE .... 11

THIS REFRIGERATOR IS MANUFACTURED WITH GREAT CARE, AND UTILIZES THE LATEST IN TECHNOLOGY.

WE ARE CONFIDENT THAT YOU WILL BE FULLY SATISFIED WITH IT'S PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY.

BEFORE YOU START YOUR REFRIGERATOR, PLEASE READ THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY. IT PROVIDES EXACT INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, AND ALSO SUPPLIES SOME USEFUL HINTS.

INSTALLATION

1. Select a good location.

Place your refrigerator where it is easy to use.

1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture.

2. There must be proper air circulation around your refrigerator to keep it operating efficiently. If your refrigerator is placed in a recessed area in the wall, allow at least 10 inches or greater clearance above the refrigerator and 2 inches or more from the wall. The refrigerator should be elevated 1 inch from the floor, especially if it is carpeted.

3. To avoid vibrations, the unit must be level. If required, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise( ) to raise the unit, counterclockwise( ) to lower it.

4. Don't install this appliance below 5 °C. It may cause the debasement of the refrigerator.

NEXT

1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as ice cube box, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment.

3. You have a model with bar-type handle, assemble the handle according to instruction card.

4. Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet. Don't double up with other appliances on the same outlet.

5. Prior to storing food, leave your refrigerator on for 2 or 3 hours. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling Your refrigerator is now ready for use.

INNER PARTS

FREEZER COMPARTMENT Lamp Shelf Twisting Ice Serve(Optional) or General Type Ice Making (Optional) REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Refrigerator Temperature Electronic Control Decodorizer (Optional) Fresh Zone (Optional) Lamp Shelves (Plastic or Steel or Tempered Glass) Vegetable Drawer Freezer Temperature Control Dial Freezer Door Rack Egg Storage Rack Snack Corner(Optional) (Cake, Biscuits, Bread) Refrigerator Door Rack Leveling Screw Base Cover

- This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the features shown above.

OPERATIONS

STARTING

When your refrigerator is first installed, allow it 2-3 hours to stabilize at normal operating temperatures prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods.

If operation is interrupted, wait 5 minutes before restarting.

CONTROLS FOR REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

The default setting of the temperature control button for the refrigerator compartment is NORMAL.

To control the refrigerator temperature, press the REF. TEMP CONTROL button.

When the button is pressed, the LEDs light.

The temperature is set in 5 steps, from MIN to MAX

cooling.(MIN = warmest, MAX = coldest temperature.)

CONTROLS FOR FREEZER COMPARTMENT

• The higher number the control setting is, the lower the temperature of the Freezer compartment becomes.
• Since the temperature of the refrigerator and freezer compartments is controlled with a fixed amount of cooled air, the refrigerator compartment will be warmer if the freezer compartment becomes colder.
• When the freezer compartment is not cold enough in winter, adjust the control for the freezer to High (6–7).

- Setting the Freezer Knob at ■■■ will satisfy 4 STAR. Setting the Freezer Knob at NORMAL will have sufficient freezing effect, so it is recommended to set the Knob at NORMAL.

OPERATIONS

ICE MAKING(OPTIONAL)

Choose the type of ice-making system you have.

General Type

• To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and
place it in the freezer
• To remove ice cubes, hold the tray at its ends and twist gently.

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

Twisting Ice Serve Type

• To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and insert in its position.
- To remove ice cubes, hold the knob of the tray and turn gently. Then, ice cubes drop in to the ice cube box.

OPERATIONS

FRESH ZONE(OPTIONAL)

• When the door is opened, the warmer air can't influence in the fresh zone. So you can store food more fresh in it.
• The shelf and inserted fresh zone must be placed at its position. If it is moved, the fresh zone can't fill the role of it.

DEFROSTING

• Defrosting takes place automatically.
- The defrosted water flows down to the evaporating tray which located in the lower back side of the refrigerator and is evaporated automatically.

DEODORIZER(OPTIONAL)

- Unpleasant odor of food in fresh food compartment is deodorized with no harm to you and the food.

How to use

• As the deodorizer located in cooling air outlet for circulating air in fresh food compartment, there is no need for any handling.
• Do not prick the cooling air outlet with a sharp tip because the deodorizing deodorizer may be damaged.
• When storing food with a strong odor, wrap it or store it in a container with a lid because odor may be passed on to other foods.

Re-Using of the deodorizer

- Used some length and the odor is strong, the deodorizer can be revived and re-used. Separate deodorizer in ceiling of refrigerator compartment, using hair drier to remove moisture or malodor and oxidize under sunlight to decomposing malodor by ultraviolet.

Illustration showing a hand spraying water onto a surface with a sun symbolizing sunlight or heat.

SUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE

STORING FOOD

• 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, pineapples, and melons.
• Allow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot food in the refrigerator could spoil other food, and lead to higher electric bills!
• 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.

FREEZER COMPARTMENT

• 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 nutrition.
• When storing frozen food like ice cream for a long period, place it on the freezer shelf, not in the door rack.
• Loading for Freezing - It is recommended to load newly introduced foods on the following position for freezing:

Newly Introduced Food

REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

• Avoid placing moist food on deep interior refrigerator shelves, it could freeze upon direct contact with chilled air. To avoid this it is better to store food in the covered container.
• It is desirable to store moist food (especially vegetable and fruit) in the vegetable storage compartment. If it is necessary to store on a shelf of the refrigerator, put it close to the door away from the back wall of the refrigerator to avoid being frozen by the cool circulating

- Albicans should feed seeds or legumes. Vegetables and fruits should be washed and mixed and

CLEANING

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

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

Before you clean, however, remember that damp objects will stick or adhere to extremely cold surfaces. Do not touch frozen surfaces with wet or damp hands.

EXTERIOR - Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or dish washable solution to clean the durable finish of your refrigerator. Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and then dry.

INTERIOR - Regular cleaning of the interior and interior parts is recommended. Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or dish washable solution to clean the durable finish of your refrigerator. Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and then dry.

INTERIOR PARTS - Wash compartment shelves, door racks, storage trays and magnetic door seals etc. Use a lukewarm solution of mild soap or dish washable solution to clean the durable finish of your refrigerator. Wipe with a clean, damp cloth and then dry.

WARNING

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 electric shock. Do not use flammable or toxic cleaning liquids.

• Caution for Cleaning

Not in use : Surface active agent, Car wax, Anticorrosive. All sorts of oil, Gasoline, Acids, Wax.

- Usable Detergent Vegetable dish washable solution, Soapy water

- When careless using, it can occur a color change.

GENERAL INFORMATION

VACATION TIME

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 to be away for an extended period, remove all food, disconnect the power cord, clean the interior thoroughly, and leave each door OPEN to prevent odor formation.

POWER FAILURE

Most power failures are corrected in an hour or two

IF YOU MOVE

Remove or securely fasten down all loose items inside the refrigerator.

To avoid damaging the leveling screw(s), turn them all the way into the base.

ANTI-CONDENSATION PIPE

The outside wall of the refrigerator cabinet may sometimes get warm, especially just after installation.

Don't be alarmed.

LAMP REPLACEMENT

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.

FREEZER LAMP

To remove the lamp shield inside the freezer compartment, reach behind the shield and pull it forward as shown in the figure on the right.

REFRIGERATOR LAMP

To remove the lamp shield inside the refrigerator compartment, pull it down while pressing the triangular area with your thumb and pull it

forward as shown in the figure on the right.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD

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.

ACCESSIBILITY OF SUPPLY PLUG

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

SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT

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.

ABOUT GROUNDING (EARTHING)

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.

DO NOT MODIFY OR EXTEND THE

POWER CORD LENGTH

It will cause electric shock or fire.

An empty refrigerator can be a dangerous attraction to children. Remove either gaskets, latches, lids or the entire door from your unused appliance, or take some other action to make it

This appliance must be grounded (earthed).

DON'T WAIT! DO IT NOW!

Do not store inflammable materials, explosives

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

SERVICE CALLS CAN OFTEN BE AVOIDED!

IF YOU FEEL YOUR REFRIGERATOR IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY, CHECK THESE POSSIBLE CAUSES FIRST :

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES
REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE	Has a house fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?Has the power cord plug been removed or loosened from the electrical wall outlet?
REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE TOO WARM	Temperature control not set on proper position.Appliance is placed close to wall or heat sourceWarm weather-frequent door openings.Door left open for a long time.Large amount of foods are kept in the refrigerator.
ABNORMAL NOISE(S)	Refrigerator is installed in a weak or uneven place, or leveling screw needs adjusting.Unnecessary objects placed in the back side of the refrigerator.
REFRIGERATOR HAS ODOR	Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered or wrapped.Interior needs cleaning.
DEW FORMS ON THE CABINET SURFACE	Not unusual during periods of high humidity.Door may have been left ajar.