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USER MANUAL GWP2021NS LG

Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

MFL68864506 Rev.03_030416

TABLE OF CONTENTS This manual is produced for a group of products and may contain images or content different from the model you purchased.

This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the product.

The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below. This symbol is displayed to the indicate matters and operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk.

WARNING - This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION - This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage the product.

CHILDREN IN THE HOUSEHOLD This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

PROHIBITION OF STORAGE OF EXPLOSIVE SUBSTANCES this appliance.

TECHNICAL SAFETY 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 disposing of them. 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. the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes. In order to avoid the size of the room in which the appliance is used should correspond to the amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 1 m2 in size for every 8 g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance. plate inside the appliance. Never start up an appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.

APPLIANCE USAGE RANGE This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as

catering and similar non-retail applications.

This crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that waste electrical and electronic products (WEEE) should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream.

Old electrical products can contain hazardous substances so correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. Your old appliance may contain reusable parts that could be used to repair other products, and other valuable materials that can be recycled to conserve limited resources. You can take your appliance either to the shop where you purchased the product, or contact your local government waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE collection point. For the most up to date information for your country please see www.lg.com/global/recycling

ENGLISH Disposal of your old appliance

Important Safety Instructions

Ground the product for safety. For more details on grounding, inquire at an LG Electronics service centre. Improper grounding of the product can cause product failure or electric shock due to short circuit. area. If the product is installed on an and noise or cause misalignment of the door. If the product is not installed on an death. Do not install the product in a damp area and keep away from splashing rain or water. Water can damage the insulation causing the electric shock or Be careful not to expose the rear of the product during the installation. Exposure can cause electric shock or injury.

Be careful not to let the door fall during assembly or disassembly. This can cause injury.

Be careful not to puncture or tear the cable during assembly or disassembly of the product door. This can cause

This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Use only grounded extension socket outlets. Using an ungrounded extension socket outlet can cause electric shock or injury. Do not plug multiple products into multiple socket-outlets or extension Be careful not to point the power plug up or let the product lean against the plug. This may allow moisture into the power plug or damage the power plug Remove the power plug when you clean the product or replace the inside lamp. Not removing the plug can cause electric shock or injury. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. It can cause the electric shock or injury.

Plug the power in the outlet tightly after removing the moisture and dust completely. Improper contact can cause

When pulling out the power plug from an outlet, hold the power plug, not the cable. Damage of the cable can cause the electric shock or injury. If the power cable or power plug is damaged or the hole of the outlet socket is loose, do not use the power plug and contact LG Electronics service centre. Improper contact can cause electric Unplug the power plug during thunder or lightening or when not in use for a long period of time. Storms can cause Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on top of it. Damage of the power cable Do not extend the length of the power cable or alter it. Electrical damage of the power cable can cause electric shock or

Operation and contact the LG Electronics service centre. Contact with water can cause

If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.), do not touch the product or power plug and ventilate the area immediately. Sparks can cause uses a very eco-friendly gas (isobutane, R600a) as the refrigerant. Although it uses a small amount of the gas, it is still combustible gas. Gas leakage during product transport, installation or

Do not use the product for any purpose

(storage of medical or experimental materials or shipping) other than household use. Improper use can cause Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the cold air, cover or heat releasing grill on the back. The bottom and back of the product are made of steel, and may cause electric shock or injury.

injury if sparks are caused.

Be careful of nearby children when you open or close the product door. The door may bump the child and cause injury.

Do not spray the water inside or outside the product to clean it. Water can damage the insulation to cause electric

Be careful of a child being trapped inside the product. A child trapped inside the product can suffocate and die.

Do not clean the product with brushes, cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material.

This can damage the insulation and

Only an authorized repair person from

LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the product. Contact an LG Electronics service centre if you move the product. Improper service may cause injury,

Immediately unplug the power plug and contact an LG Electronics service centre if you detect any abnormal noise, odour

Do not place heavy or fragile objects, liquids, combustible substances, or lamps) on the product. This can cause

ENGLISH Disposal combustible substances (ether, benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the product. This can cause explosion or

Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the product or place a candle inside to remove the odours. This can cause

When you dispose the product, remove the door gasket while all parts are where they should be and keep children away from the product. A child trapped inside the product can be killed.

Dispose of the packaging material (such as vinyl and styrofoam) away from children. The packaging material can suffocate a child.

If moisture penetrates inside the product, unplug the power and contact an LG Electronics service centre. This

Do not apply excessive force or impact to the back cover of the product. malfunction or explosion.

CAUTION Violating this direction may cause injury or damage to house or contents.

Do not tilt the product to pull or push it when transporting. The product can fall down and cause injury. The product should only be transported by multiple people and while holding handles on the front bottom and the rear top of the product securely. Accidently dropping the product may cause product damage or body injury.

Do not place glass containers or bottles inside the fridge or shelf that can fall below 0 ºC. The glass container may break and cause injury. Do not place a living animal inside the product. The animal can suffocate. Do not cling to the product door, storage room or shelf or climb up on it. The product can fall down or pinch the hand in the door causing injury. Be particularly cautious of children operating the product. Keep food organized inside the product. Items may fall down when you open or close the product door causing injury. Prevent animals or pets from nibbling on the power cable or water hose. This can cause electric shock to the animal or damage the product or property. Do not open or close the product door with excessive force. Food stored inside may fall causing injury.

ENGLISH If the hinge of the product door is damaged or operates improperly, stop using it and contact an LG Electronics service centre. If products fall down, it can cause the product damage or injury.

Supervise a child or a person with poor cognitive skills to ensure they use the product safely This can cause injury. To remove frost from inside the product, contact an LG Electronics service centre. Defrosting improperly can cause product damage. Be careful not to damage the refrigerant line while using. Otherwise, it may cause product damage. Do not place another electronic product (such as heater and mobile phone) inside the product during use. Using the product for any purpose other than damage.

INSTALLATION Notes for Installation cause vibration and noise causing the product to fall resulting in injury.

If the product front or rear are not level, put a solid

The appliance is designed to operate at the limited range of ambient temperature, depending on climate zones. Do not use the appliance at the temperature over the limit. Climate class of your appliance is indicated on the label with technical description inside the fridge compartment.

and push the product to level it horizontally.

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

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

Connect the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet.

Don't double up with other appliances on the same outlet.

Product with handle shall be located at least 55 mm from the wall on the hinge side to open door by 90°.

The warm air under and behind the product must be able to escape or power consumption will increase.

Extended temperate -Tropical

To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled. If required, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for 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 ( raise the unit, clockwise ( ) to lower it.

Your product is designed with reversible doors, do that they may open from either the left of right hand side to suit your kitchen design.

NOTE Electrical Connections (In the UK Only)

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow: Earth

However when you want to reverse the doors your refrigerators in pairs, you must call to service center. Revising the doors is not covered by the warranty.

Brown: Live This appliance must be earthed. Green and Yellow (Earth) Brown (Live) Blue (Neutral)

To Install Refrigerators in Pairs

Your fridge can be installed with freezer in pairs as the below image.

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol ( ) or coloured Green or Green and Yellow.

NOTE However when you want to install your refrigerators in pairs, you must call to service center. Installation condition is not covered by the warranty.

The blue wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black.

The brown wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Red. 1362 fuse.

ENGLISH To Reverse the Doors

OPERATION Parts and Functions

Bottle Rack (Optional)

This adjusts the inside temperature of the fridge.

This is where drinks tall bottles or containers are stored.

Water Dispenser (Optional)

This is a dispenser to get cold water. LED Lamp The LED lamps inside the product light when you open the fridge door.

CAUTION Do not store short bottles or containers. The items may fall and to cause an injury or product damage.

This is where refrigerated foods and other items are stored.

This is where fruits and vegetables are stored fresh.

This adjusts the shelf height by inserting the shelf in another groove of different height.

Store the foods with higher moisture content at the front of the shelf. The actual number of shelves will differ from model to model.

This is where dairy products such as the butter or cheese are stored. Door Basket This is where small packages of refrigerated foods, drinks and sauce containers are stored.

The appearance or components of the product may differ from model to model.

ENGLISH Notes for Operation

Suggestion for Energy Saving Please do not keep the door open for a long time, close door in the shortest time. air circulating freely. Do not set the temperature of product lower than needed. Do not put the food near the temperature sensor. Keep the distance of least 5 mm from the sensors. Allow hot food to cool prior to storing. Placing hot food in the product could spoil other food, and lead to higher electric bills. Do not block air vents with food. Smooth circulation of cold air keeps product temperature even. Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the product, and cause temperature to rise. To keep a position of inner parts like as baskets, drawers, shelves and Fridge Supplied by manufacturer

Storing Foods Effectively

Store frozen food or refrigerated food inside sealed containers. Check the expiration date and label (storage instructions) before storing food in the product. Do not store food for a long period of time if it spoils easily at a low temperature. Place the refrigerated food or frozen food inside each fridge or freezer immediately after purchasing. space. Cold air cannot circulate properly if the product Cool hot food before storing. If too much hot food is placed inside, the internal temperature of the product can increase and negatively affect other foods stored in the product. Do not open or close the product door excessively. Limit storage inside the freezer to 1–3 weeks. Always keep the product clean.

Units and Functions Control Panel This image shows the initial display. To display function settings, press the buttons in

This sets the fridge temperature. Power This turns the power on and off. Express Cool This sets Express Cool functions. Eco Friendly This controls the Power Save mode for lowering energy consumption. Door Alarm This sets the alarm sound which is activated when the product door is opened. Child Lock This locks the buttons on the control panel. The actual control panel may differ from model to model.

Setting Express Cool

This turns the power on and off.

This quickly cools many refrigerated foods at once.

Press the Power button for 3 seconds or longer. The control panel lights, and the power is on.

ENGLISH Setting Power

When you press the Express Cool button, the

Express Cool icon lights on the control panel, and the Express Cool function is set. The function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button.

Turn off the power when you are not using the product.

When you press the Power button to turn off the product, the product is no longer operating. Turn it off only when you are not using the product.

Adjusting the Fridge Temperature

This adjusts the fridge temperature. Press the Fridge Temperature button to adjust the temperature.

The temperature is initially set to 3 °C, and the fridge temperature can be adjusted between 0 °C – 6 °C.

This adjusts the fridge temperature according to how the internal temperature changes. The actual inner temperature varies depending on the food status, as the indicated setting temperature is a target temperature, not actual temperature within fridge.

NOTE Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food in it.

Setting Power Save Mode

If you are away from home for a long period, this adjusts the Power Save mode to save energy. When you press the Eco Friendly button, the Eco Friendly icon lights on the control panel, and the mode is set. The mode is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button.

The Fridge Temperature or Express Cool function cannot be used in Power Save mode.

The Eco Friendly press the Fridge Temperature or Express Cool button in Power Save mode. To use the fridge temperature or Express Cool functions, press the Eco Friendly button again to disable the Power Save mode.

Using the Water Dispenser

This sets an alarm to activate when the product door is opened.

Open the cap (small cover) on the top of the water tank.

Fill the water tank with potable water and close the cap (small cover).

When you press the Door Alarm button, the Door

Alarm icon lights and activates the alarm. The function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button.

Contact an LG Electronics service centre if the alarm continues after closing the door.

The water tank can hold up to 2.3L.

Setting and Resetting Child Lock

This locks the buttons on the control panel. When you press the Child Lock button for 1 second, the Set/Reset icon on the control panel lights. The function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button.

Press the lever of the water dispenser to get cold water.

If you press a button other than Child Lock when the child lock is set, the button will not function.

When you press a button other than Child Lock when the child lock is set, the Set/Reset icon on the

To use another function, press the Child Lock button for 1 second to disable the function.

Using Other Functions

To easily open the door, hold the handle and softly turn it to the left.

Using Easy Open Door

The alarm sounds 3 times in a 30-second interval if the door is left open or not completely closed for one minute.

Contact an LG Electronics service centre if the alarm sound continues even after closing the door.

The product can automatically detect problems during the operation. If a problem is detected, the product does not operate and an error code is displayed even when any button is pressed. When this occurs, do not turn off the power and immediately contact the LG Electronics service centre. If you turn off the power, the repair technician from LG the problem.

PRODUCT MANAGEMENT Using the Smart Diagnosis™

Open the product door and place a phone on the speaker hole in the upper right corner.

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

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

The Smart Diagnosis™ sound is generated after around 3 seconds.

Close the product door.

Do not take the phone off the speak hole while the data is transmitted.

Press the Child Lock button on the control panel for 1 second to activate the lock.

Hold the phone on the upper right speaker hole and wait while the data is transmitted for Smart

If the lock is already set, press the Child Lock button and hold it to release the lock and then press the Child Lock button and hold it again to reset.

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.

Please note that the Smart Diagnosis™ function will not operate until 5 minutes have passed since the locking was set.

Press and hold the Fridge Temperature button for

3 seconds or longer. Only 3 °C will be lit on the control panel. The Smart Diagnosis™ function is automatically terminated, and the operation is returned to its original status 5 minutes after 3 °C is displayed on the control panel when the door is closed.

After the data transfer is complete, the service agent will explain the result of the Smart

Diagnosis™. 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 counsellor explains the diagnosis result, take the recommended measures.

NOTE The Smart Diagnosis™ function depends on the local call quality.

The communication performance will improve and you can receive better service if you use the home phone. If the Smart Diagnosis™ data transfer is poor due to poor call quality, you may not receive the best Smart Diagnosis™ service.

Removing the Fridge Shelf

Detach the shelves and drawers and clean them with to time as they get dirty easily. Regularly wipe the door packing with a wet soft towel. If you use the door packing stained with the juice of food or fruit, the packing on the product door can be damaged quicker and the bottom part will become particularly messier. After cleaning, check if the power cable is damaged, warm or improperly plugged. Keep the air exhaust on the exterior of the product clean.

Removing the Vegetable Drawer

Hold both edges of the door basket and lift it to remove. removing the vegetable drawer.

Use a soft wet towel to wipe the product exterior. If you used a neutral detergent, wipe it with a clean towel to make sure it doesn’t stain. Do not use a rough brush, or detergent (such as liquid or polish) to remove adhesive marks or hand prints.

Slightly lift the vegetable drawer while pulling it out.

This can cause discolouration of product exterior or product damage.

Never clean the shelves or containers in the dishwasher. The parts may become misshapen!

Hold the front edge of the shelf with both hands, and lift it.

Removing the Water Tank

Hold the water tank, lift it, and then pull it out.

Lift the handle of the water tank.

Remove the cover while the handle of the water tank is lifted.

There is no refrigeration or freezing.

ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Solution

Is the power turned off?

Press the power button on the control panel to turn it on.

Is there a power interruption?

Check the power of other products.

If the power plug unplugged from the outlet?

Plug the power plug in the outlet properly.

Is the fridge or freezer temperature set to 'Weak'?

Set the fridge or freezer temperature to

Does the product in direct generating object such as a microwave oven?

There is poor refrigeration or freezing.

The product has a bad smell.

Check the installation area and reinstall it away from heat generating objects.

Did you store hot food without inside the fridge or freezer.

Did you put in too much food?

Maintain an appropriate space between food.

Is the product door completely closed?

Completely close the door and make sure that stored food is not stuck in the door.

Is there enough space around the product?

Adjust the installation position to make enough space around the product. (10 cm)

Is the fridge or freezer temperature set to 'Weak'?

Set the fridge or freezer temperature to

Did you put in food with a strong smell?

Store food with strong smell in a sealed container.

Is the vegetable in the vegetable drawer rotten?

Throw away rotten vegetables and clean the vegetable drawer. Do not store vegetables too long in the vegetable drawer.

The product door is not closed tightly.

Is the product leaning forward?

Adjust the elevation adjustment screw to raise the front side slightly.

Were the shelves properly assembled?

Reassemble the shelves if needed.

Did you close the door with excessive force?

If you apply too much force or speed when closing the door, it may remain that you do not push the door too hard.

Did you open the door right after you closed it?

If you try to open the product door within 1 minute after you closed it, you may have the product. Open the product door again in a few moments.

Did you store hot food without inside the fridge or freezer.

There is condensation inside the product or on the bottom of the vegetable drawer cover.

Did you leave the product door open?

Although the condensation will disappear when you close the product door, you can wipe it with a dry rag.

Do you open and close the product door too often?

Condensation can form due to the temperature difference from the outside.

Wipe out the dampness with a dry rag.

Did you put wet food inside without sealing?

Store food in a covered or sealed container.

Did you close the product door tightly?

Check if the object inside the product is blocking the door and make sure that the door is tightly closed.

Did you store hot food without

Frosts has formed in the freezer.

inside the fridge or freezer.

Is the air entry or exit of the freezer blocked?

Make sure that air entry or exit is not blocked so that the air can circulate inside.

Maintain an appropriate space between items.

Frost or condensation has formed inside or outside the product.

Did you open and close the product door too often or is the product door improperly closed?

Frosts or condensation can form if the outside air penetrates inside the product.

Is the installation area humid?

Condensation can appear on the exterior of the product if the installation area is too humid or on the humid day such as the rainy day. Wipe out the moisture with a dry rag.

Is the product installed on a weak

The product is noisy and generates abnormal sounds.

The side or front of the product is warm.

There is the moisture around the product.

Does the product rear touch the wall?

Adjust the installation position to make enough space around the product. (10 cm)

Are objects scattered behind the product?

Remove the scattered objects from behind the product.

Is there an object on top of the product?

Remove the object on top of the product.

Did you touch the part with the heat releasing pipe installed?

The heat releasing pipe to prevent condensation is installed on the front and side of the product. You may feel it particularly hot right after the product is installed or during the summer. You can be assured that this is not a problem and use the product normally.

Is there water leakage around the product?

Check if the water has leaked from a sink or another place.

Is there water on the bottom of the product?

Check if the water is from the thawed frozen food or broken or dropped container.

The defrost control will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or refrigerator control on some models) will also click when cycling on and off.

Rattling noises may come from

Normal Operation items stored on top of or around the refrigerator. Rattling

Refrigerator is not resting solidly

Refrigerator with linear compressor was jarred while running.

Evaporator fan motor is circulating air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Air is being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.

Contraction and expansion of the inside walls due to changes in temperature. If the side or back of the refrigerator is touching a cabinet

Vibrating vibrations may make an audible sound.

Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to be adjusted. See the Door

To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides and back cannot vibrate against any wall or cabinet.

FRANÇAIS MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE RÉFRIGÉRATEUR

MFL68864506 Rev.03_030416

GR-B401ELSZ / GL6*22PS

1 (Refrigerator with one or more fresh-food storage compartments)

Energy eff ic i ency class

Annual energy consumption

“XYZ” [kWh per year], based on standard test results for 24 hours

Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and where it is located

Storage Volume [L] Design temperature of other compartments (>14°C) Frost-Free Compartments

Temperature Rise time [h]

Freezing Capacity [kg/24h]

N-T This appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperature

between 16°C and 43°C Airborne acoustical noise emissions [dB(A)]

Free standing / Built-in

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