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| Product Type | French Door Refrigerator |
| Total Net Capacity | 29 cu. ft. (approx) |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 19.5 cu. ft. |
| Freezer Net Capacity | 9.5 cu. ft. |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 35.75" x 69.75" x 34.75" |
| Weight | 300 lbs |
| Power Supply | 115V / 60Hz |
| Energy Star Certified | Yes |
| Compressor Type | Linear Compressor |
| Ice Maker | Built-in, with IcePlus |
| Water Dispenser | Internal dispenser with filter |
| Door Cooling | Yes, Multi-Air Flow |
| Smart Diagnosis | Yes |
| Door Alarm | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes |
| Control Panel | Digital Touch |
| Temperature Control | Separate fridge and freezer |
| Defrost Type | Auto Defrost (both compartments) |
| Interior Lighting | LED Lighting |
| Shelf Material | Spill-proof tempered glass |
| Warranty | 1 year parts and labor, 10 years on compressor |
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USER MANUAL GR-L257SBJ LG
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LG
SXS REFRIGERATOR
User's Guide
Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
Introduction
Installation
Operation
Table of contents
Entry 3
Important safety instruction 3
Identification of parts 4
Where to install 5
Door removal 6
Door replacement 7
Feed water pipe installation 7
Height adjustment 8
Starting 9
Adjusting the temperatures and functions 9
Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only) 14
Shelf (Applicable to some models only) 15
Wine holder (Applicable to some models only) 15
Egg box (Applicable to some models only) 15
Humidity control in the vegetable compartment 16
Convert into a vegetable or meat compartment (Applicable to some models only) 16
Deodorizer (Applicable to some models only) 16
Miracle Zone Temperature Transition Comer (Applicable to some models only) 17
Temperature Change at Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only) ____17
Block 7: (A) Pable to the model
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.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.
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 damage, process, severely bend, pull out, or twist the power cord because damage the power cord may cause a fire or electric shock. You have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded.
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.
Introduction
Child entrapment warning
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
Don't store or use gasoline or other flammable vapor and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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.
Identification of parts
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Freezer compartment Refrigerator compartment Milk product corner Lamp Automatic icemaker Shelf Lamp Shelf Door rack Door Rack Shef Can Server (Optional) Wine holder (Plastic or wire) Refreshment center (Optional) Shelf (Folding or Normal) Egg Box Vegetable Drawer (1 or 2)Installation
Select a good location
Disposal of the old appliance
Where to Install
- Place your appliance where it is easy to use.
- Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture.
- Air must circulate properly around your appliance to ensure efficient operation. If your appliance is placed in a recessed area in the wall, allow at least a 12 inches (30 cm) or greater clearance above the appliance and 2 inches (5 cm) or more from the wall. The appliance should be elevated 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the floor, especially if it is carpeted.
- To avoid vibrations, the appliance must be leveled.
- Don't install the appliance below 5°C. It may cause affect the performance.
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.
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Keep it at a proper distance More than 30 cm to top More than 5 cm to back
Warning
Remove lower cover and then feed water tube
Remove the freezer compartment door
Installation
Door removal
Electric Shock Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator before installing. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
If your access door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator door and pass the refrigerator laterally.
Remove the lower cover by lifting upward, and remove clip, and then pull up the feed water tube while pressing area ① shown in the figure to the right.
NOTE
- If a tube end is deformed or abraded, cut the part away.
1) Removing the hinge cover by loosening the screws. Separate all connection wires except for the earth line after.
2) Remove the keeper by rotating it counter clockwise (①) and then lifting the upper hinge up (②).
NOTE
- When removing the upper hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forwards.
3) Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it upward. This time, the door should be lifted enough for the feed water pipe tube to be completely pulled out.
NOTE
Move the refrigerator compartment door passing through the access door and lay it down, but be careful not to damage the feed water pipe tube.
Installation
Pass the refrigerator
Pass the refrigerator laterally through the access door as shown in the right figure.
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Illustration of a person standing beside an open refrigerator in a kitchen setting (no text or symbols visible)Door replacement
Mount them in the reverse sequence of removal after they pass through the access door.
Feed water pipe installation
Before installation
- Automatic ice maker operation needs water pressure of 147\~834 kPa (1.5\~8.5 kgf/cm²) (That is, an instant paper cup (180 cc) will be fully filled within 3 sec.).
- If water pressure does not reach the rating 147 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm ^2 ) or below, it is necessary to purchase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icing and cool water feed.
- Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 8 m and be careful for the tube not be bent. If the tube is 8 m or longer it may cause trouble in water feed owing to the drain water pressure.
- Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat.
Warning
■ Connect to potable water supply only.
- Refer to instructions with water filter kit for installation.
Installation
If the freezer compartment door is lower than the refrigerator compartment door
If the freezer compartment door is higher than the refrigerator compartment door
Height adjustment
Level the door by inserting flat (- type) driver into the groove of the left height adjusting screw and rotate it clockwise (①).
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Height difference Height difference Left height adjustment screwLevel the door by inserting flat (- type) driver into the groove of the right height adjusting screw and rotate it clockwise (①).
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Height difference Height difference Right height adjustment screenOperation
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 5 minutes before restarting.
Adjusting the temperatures and functions
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Water/Ice Output Dispenser Push Switch Dispenser Lamp (hidden) Refreshment Center Button Refreshment Center Function display board 188 °C ROOM/TEMPERATURE -88 °C 88 °C FILTER MONTH HOLD BSCS DOOR ALARM LOCKOperation
Display Power Saving Mode
This function places the display into power saving mode until the next time the door is opened.
Press the FREEZER and EXPRESS FRZ buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds. All LEDs will then turn ON, then OFF. When the power saving mode is activated, the display will remain off until the next time the door is opened. Then, it will come on whenever a door is opened or a button is pressed and remain on for 20 seconds after the last door opening or button selection. To deactivate the power saving mode, press the FREEZER and EXPRESS FRZ buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds.
You can adjust temperature of and freezer room and refrigerator room.
Freezer Compartment temperature adjustment
Refrigerator Compartment temperature adjustment
* Whenever pressing button, setting is repeated in the order of (Weak) → (Middle Weak) → (Middle) → (Middle Strong) → (Strong).
- 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.
How to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment
How to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment
Operation
How to use dispenser
- Select among crushed ice, water, and cubed ice and press the push switch with a glass or other container.
Crushed Ice
Light the crushed ice lamp by pressing the selection button.
Crushed ice will be dispensed by pressing the push switch with a glass.
Water
Light the water lamp by pressing the selection button.
Water will be dispensed by pressing the push switch with a glass.
Cubed Ice
Light the cubed ice lamp by pressing the selection button.
Cubed ice will be dispensed by pressing the push switch with a glass.
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A["Dispenser"] --> B["Step 1: Hand gesture"]
B --> C["Step 2: Hand gesture"]
C --> D["Step 3: Hand gesture"]
- Reference : Hold your cup in place for a couple of seconds after dispensing ice or water so the last few drops go in to your cup instead of the floor.
Automatic icemaker
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Water Amount Indicator LightWhen ice maker does not operate smoothly
Operation
Ice is lumped together
- When ice is lumped together, take the ice lumps out of the ice storage bin, break them into small pieces, and then place them into the ice storage bin again.
- When the ice maker produces too small or lumped together ice, the amount of water supplied to the ice maker need to adjusted. Contact the service center.
- If ice is not used frequently, it may lump together.
Power failure
- Ice may drop into the freezer compartment. Take the ice storage bin out and discard all the ice then dry it and place it back. After the machine is powered again, crushed ice will be automatically selected.
The unit is newly installed
- It takes about 12 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to make ice in the freezer compartment.
Express freezer
Please select this function for prompt freezer.
- OFF → ON → OFF is repeated whenever pressing ○ button.
- The arrow mark graphic remains at the On status after flickering 4 times when selecting Special Refrigeration On.
- Prompt freezer function automatically turns off after a fixed time passes.
Lock
This button stops operation of different button.
- Locking or Release is repeated whenever the ALAMXXX is pressed more than 3 seconds.
- If you use the ALARM/LOCK button, none of the other buttons will work until you unlock them.
Door alarm
Door open warning
- A warning tone will sound 3 times at thirty-second intervals if the refrigerator or freezer door is left open for more than sixty seconds.
- Please contact with the local sewing center if waming
Operation
Other functions
How ice/cold water is supplied
Cautions
Ambient Temperature Display Window.
- Temperature is displayed only between -9°C \~ 49°C.
- Temperature less than -9°C is indicated with LO and temperature more than 49°C is indicated with HI.
Diagnosis (failure detection) function
- Diagnosis function automatically detects failure when failure is found in product during the use of refrigerator.
- If failure occurs at product, it does not operate though pressing any button and normal indication is not cone. In this case, do not turn power off but immediately contact with the local service center. A lot of time are need for service engineer to detect the failed part if turning it off.
Water is cooled while stored in the water tank in the refrigerator compartment, and then sent to the dispenser. Ice is made in the automatic ice maker and sent to the dispenser divided into crushed or cubed form ice.
NOTE
- It is normal that the water is not very cold at first. If you want colder water, add ice into the glass.
Throw away the ice (about 20 pieces) and water (about 7 glasses) first made after refrigerator installation.
The first ice and water may include particles or odor from the feed water pipe or feed water box. This is necessary in case that the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.
Keep children away from the dispenser.
Children may push switch incorrectly bad or damage lamps.
Be careful that food is not block the ice passage.
If foods are placed at the entrance of ice passage, ice may not be dispensed. The ice passage may also be covered with ice powder if splinter ice is used only. This time, remove the ice powder accumulated.
Never store beverage cans or other foods in ice storage bin for the purpose of rapid cooling.
Such actions may damage the automatic ice maker.
Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice.
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| How to use | Refreshment center (Applicable to some models only) | |
| Open the refreshment center door.You can access the refreshment center without opening refrigerator door and thus saving electricity. Inner lamp is lit in refrigerator compartment when the refreshment center door opens. Thus it is easy to identify the contents. |  | |
| Use the refreshment center door as a stand | Never use the refreshment center door as a chopping board and take care not to damage it with sharp tools.Never rest your arms or severely press on it. |  |
| Never take out the inner refreshment center cover | The refreshment center can not function normally without the cover. |  |
| Never place heavy items on the refreshment center door or allow children to hang it on | Not only can the refreshment center door may be damaged, but also children may be hurt. |  |
Operation
Slide-Under Shelf
Shelf (Applicable to some models only)
You can store taller items such as a gallon container or bottles by simply pushing in front half of shelf underneath back half of shelf. Pull toward you to return to a full shelf.
Wine holder (Applicable to some models only)
Wine holder adjustment (Type 1)
Bottles can be stored laterally with this wine corner.
This can be attached to any shelf.
In case of inserting the wine holder :
Pull the wine holder downward as in ② after inserting it into the side anchoring part of the shelf as in ① by catching it upward as in ①.
In case of separating the wine holder :
Pull the wine holder inward as in ④ after holding it upward as in ③ by catching it.
(Type 2)
Bottles can be stored laterally with this wine rack.
Operation
Humidity control in the vegetable compartment
The humidity can be controlled by adjusting the humidity control switch to the left/right when storing vegetables or fruits.
High humidity
Low humidity
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Technical diagram showing a close-up of a mechanical component with a magnified inset (no text or symbols)Convert into a vegetable or meat compartment (Applicable to some models only)
- The bottom drawer in the refrigerator can be converted into a vegetable or meat compartment
Vegetable compartment
Meat compartment
the conversion switch before storing foods.
The meat compartment maintains the temperature at a lower point than the refrigerator compartment so that: meat or fish can be stored fresh longer.
NOTE
- Vegetables or fruits are frozen if the conversion switch is set to meats compartment. So, be sure to check it before storing foods.
Operation
Method to Use
When removing
Miracle Zone Temperature Transition Corner (Applicable to some models only)
By pressing the button, store vegetables, fruits or other types of food such as meat to be defrosted, raw fish, etc.
Temperature Change at Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only)
You can select optimum temperature range depending on types of foods stored.
- 3-step of temperature selection including -3°C, -1°C and 4°C is available. Vegetables/fruits and cold storage foods requiring humidity maintenance and meats/fishes can be more freshly stored depending on type of foods stored.
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Technical diagram of a refrigerator with labeled buttons and front panel view- When using the Miracle Zone as storage room of meats, storing vegetables or fruits may be frozen
- When using the Miracle Zone as storage room of meats, keeping meats or fishes may be spoiled and thus meats or fishes must be kept at the F-room.
- If opening a door of the R-room, lamp turns on in the selected status and lamp turns off if closing it.
- (Vegetable/Fruit) → (Cold storage while maintaining humidity) → (Meat) is sequentially repeated whenever pressing the "Selection" button.
Miracle Zone (Applicable to some models only)
- First, remove the vegetable bin.
Suggestion on food storage
Location of foods
(Refer to identification of parts)
Wine holder
Snack drawer
Freezer compartment shelf
Freezer compartment door rack
Freezer compartment drawer
Milk product corner
Egg box
Refreshment center
Refrigerator compartment shelf
Refrigerator compartment
Store wine.
Store small foods such as bread, snacks, etc..
Store various frozen foods such as meat, fish, ice cream, frozen snacks, etc..
- Store small packed frozen food. - Temperature is likely to increase as door opens. So, do not store long-term food such ice cream, etc..
- Store meat, fish, chicken, etc.. after wrapping them with thin foil. - Store dry.
Store milk products such as butter, cheese, etc..
Place this egg box in the proper location.
Store foods of frequent use such as beverage, etc..
Store side dishes or other foods at a proper distance.
Store small packed food or beverages such as milk, juice, beer, etc..
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Illustration of various food items including bread, fish, cheese, and beverages arranged vertically (no text or labels)Suggestion on food storage
Freezer compartment
Refrigerator compartment
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.
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That's why you may have chilblains and they may be broken when their inner matters are frozen, causing personal injury.
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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.
NOTE
Care and maintenance
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.
Freezer compartment lamp
Separate the lamp by pulling it out ③ while slightly pressing ① and rotating ② the lamp cover.
Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Use a 40-watt bulb (max.) which can be purchased at a service center.
Freezer compartment shelf
To remove a shelf, push the shelf to the left ①, lift the left part of the shelf a bit ②, lift the right part up ③, and take it out.
Door rack and support
Lift the door rack holding both sides ① and pull it out ②.
Ice storage bin
Hold the ice storage bin as shown in the right figure and pull it out ② while slightly lifting it ①. - Do not dismantle the ice storage bin unless it is necessary.
- Use both hands to remove the ice bin to avoid dropping it.
After dispenser is used
The water collector has no self-draining function. It should be cleaned regularly. Remove the cover by pulling the front side of
Care and maintenance
Lamp in refrigerator compartment
To remove the lamp cover, press the protrusion under the lamp cover to the front and then pull the lamp cover out. Turn the bulb counterclockwise. Max. 40 W bulb for refrigerator is used and can be purchased at a service center.
Refreshment center
- Separate the bin (①) to upward.
- Separate the upper rack of the refreshment center and then pull out the refreshment center cover (2).
- The refreshment center can be removed by pulling it upwards.
NOTE
- Be sure to remove parts from the refrigerator door when removing the vegetable compartment, snack drawer and refreshment center cover.
Vegetable compartment cover
- To remove the vegetable compartment cover, pull out the vegetable compartment a bit to the front ①, lift the front part of the vegetable compartment cover as shown by ②, and take it out.
Care and maintenance
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 not to operate, 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 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.
If you move
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.
Anti condensation pipe
The outside wall of the refrigerator cabinet may sometimes get warm, especially just after installation.
Don't be alarmed. This is due to the anti-condensation pipe, which pumps hot refrigerator to prevent "sweating" on the outer cabinet wall.
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.
Exterior
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.
Interior
Regular cleaning is recommended. Wash all compartments a baking soda solution or a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry.
Care and maintenance
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 compressor does not run. | Refrigerator control is off. | Set refrigerator control. See setting the controls. |
| 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. | Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run longer until the desired temperature is reached. | |
| Doors are opened too frequently or too long. | Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run longer. Open the door less often. | |
| Refrigerator or freezer door may be slightly open. | Make sure the refrigerator is level. Keep food and containers from blocking door. See problem section. OPENING/CLOSING of doors. | |
Care and maintenance
| Occurrence | Possible cause | Solution |
| Refrigerator compressor does not run. | Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator at a constant temperature. | This is normal. The refrigerator goes on and off to keep the temperature constant. |
| Temperatures are too cold | ||
| Temperature in the freezer is too cold but the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. | Freezer control is set too cold | Set the freezer control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is satisfactory. |
| Temperature in the refrigerator is too cold and the freezer temperature is satisfactory. | Refrigerator control is set too cold. | Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting |
| Food stored in drawers freezes. | Refrigerator control is set too cold. | See above solution. |
| Meat stored in fresh meat drawer freezes. | Meat should be stored at a temperature just below the freezing point of water (32°F, 0°C) for maximum fresh storage time. | It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the moisture content of meat. |
| Temperatures are too warm | ||
| Temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer are too warm. | Freezer control is set too warm. | Set the freezer or refrigerator control to a colder setting until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. |
| Refrigerator control is set too warm. Refrigerator control has some effect on freezer temperature. | Set the freezer or refrigerator control to a colder setting until the freezer or 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. | |
Care and maintenance
| 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. | |
Care and maintenance
| 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. |
| Door(s) will not close. | Door was closed too hard, causing other door to open slightly. | Close both doors 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.. | |
| Drawers are difficult to move. | Food is touching shelf on top of the drawer | Keep less food in drawer. |
| Track that drawer slides on is dirty. | Clean drawer and track. | |
| Dispenser | ||
| Dispenser will not dispense ice | Ice storage bin is empty. | When the first supply of ice is dropped into the bin, the dispenser should operate. |
Care and maintenance
| Occurrence | Possible cause | Solution |
| Dispenser will not dispense ice. | Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use, temperature fluctuations and/or power outrages. | Remove ice storage bin, and thaw and the contents. Clean bin, wipe dry and replace in proper position.When new ice is made, dispenser should operate. |
| Ice dispenser is jammed. | Ice cubes are jammed between the ice maker arm and back of the bin. | Remove the ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser. |
| Ice cubes are frozen together. | Use the dispenser often so that cubes do not freeze together. | |
| Ice cubes that have been purchased or made in some other way have been used in the dispenser. | Only the ice cubes made by the ice maker should be used with the dispenser. | |
| Dispenser will not dispense water. | Household water line valve is not open.See problem " Ice maker is not making any ice." | Open household water line valve. |
| Refrigerator or freezer door is not closed. | Be sure both doors are closed. | |
| Water has an odd taste and/or odor. | Water has been in the tank for too long. | Draw and discard 7 glasses of water to freshen the supply. Draw and discard an additional 7 glasses to completely rinse out tank. |
| Unit not properly connected to cold water line. | Connect unit to cold water line which supplies water to kitchen faucet. | |
| Sound of ice dropping | This sound is normally made when automatically made ice is dropped into ice storage bin. Volume may vary according to refrigerator's location. | |
| Sound of water supply | This sound is normally made when ice maker is supplied with water after dropping the automatically made ice. | |
| Other | Please thoroughly read 'Automatic ice maker and dispenser' in this manual. | |