GNM392CVQ - Fridge LG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GNM392CVQ LG

www.lg.com Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference REFRIGERATOR FREEZER

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazardthat can kill or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product. All safety messages will beAll 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. The dedicated outlet should be used.

• Using several devices atone outlet may cause fire.• The electric leakage breaker may damage foodand the dispenser may beleaked. Do not allow the power plug to face upward or to be squeezed at the back of the refrigerator. Water may be flown intoor the plug may bedamaged, which causesfire or electric shock.

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. When connecting the power

DANGER You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product, basic safetyindicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, mayresult in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only. WARNING WARNING CAUTION Do not allow the power cord bent or pressed by the heavy object to be damaged. It may damage the powercord to cause fire orelectric shock. Do not extend or modify the length of the power plug. It causes electric shock orfire by the electric damage ofthe power cord or others.You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. messages. preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These words mean:wed, including the followingprecautions should be followed, including the following.Read all instructions before using this appliance.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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.

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

• It may cause electric shock or injury.

1. When connecting the power

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.

2. When using the refrigerator

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. Remove water or dust from the power plug and insert it with the ends of the pins securely connected. Dust, water or unsta ble connection may fire or electric shock. Make sure of grounding. The incorrect grounding may cause breakdown and electric shock. 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. Ground Wire Copper Flat More than 30 inchesIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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 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. BenzeneEtherThinner Do not place the lit candle within the refrigerator to deodorize. It may cause explosion or fire. 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. The Academic MedicineThe Medicine Do not use the combustible spray near the refrigerator. 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. Avoid the heating devices. It may cause fire.

2. When using the refrigerator

Use the submerged refrigerator after checking it. It may cause electric shock or fire.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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. 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. ThinnerThinnerService 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. 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.

2. When using the refrigerator

When disposing the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door. It may cause to lock out the child. 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.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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. It may cause electricshock or injury. When you want to dispose the refrigerator, contact to the down-block office. When you want to disposethe large living waste suchas electric home applianceand furniture, you'd bettercontact the local down-block office.Down-block office Do not touch food or containers at the freezer with wet hands. It may cause frostbite CAUTION Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please. ul, please. Wait for 5 minutes or longer when reconnecting the plug. It may cause the operationof the freezer to fail. Do not put bottle in the freezer. It may freeze the contents tobreak the bottle to causeinjury.After 5minutes Pull out the power plug not by grasping the cord but the plug of its end. It may cause electric shock orshort circuit to fire.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Do not insert the hands into the bottom of the refrigerator. The iron plate of the bottommay cause injury. Carry the refrigerator with the handle bar at the bottom of the front and the top of the rear. Otherwise, your handsmay be slipped to causeinjury. Because opening or closing the door of the refrigerator may cause injury to the person around it, be careful, please. Opening or closing thedoor may cause feet orhands to be caught inthe chink in door or the child to be get hurt by the corner. Do not put any living animal in the refrigerator. Do not install the refrigerator in the wet place or the place which water or rain splashes. Deterioration of insulation ofelectric parts may causeelectric leakage. CAUTION Violating this direction may cause injury or damage house or furniture. Always be careful, please.9 INSTALLATION 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

1. Select a good location.

Place your refrigerator 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 (5 cm) from the rear wall. 4.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.

5. 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.

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

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

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

FOR INTERNAL CONTROLLER MODEL

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

CONTROLS FOR REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

The default setting of the temperature control button forthe 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.

The temperature of the refrigerator is kept constant regardless of changes in room temperature. It is recommended that, once set, the temperature setting (the controls for the refrigerator and freezer compartments) not be changed unless necessary.

This refrigerator has one temperature control button for the refrigerator compartment and one temperature control dial for the freezer compartment.

The default setting of the temperature control button for the refrigerator compartment is ‘3°C’.

The default setting of the temperature control dial for the freezer compartment is '5'.

This refrigerator has a temperature sensor in the refrigerator compartment. It will start and stop the compressor automatically as needed. SELF TEST DOOR ALARM STARTING When your refrigerator is first installed, allow it 2-3 hours to stabilize at normal operating temperaturesprior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods.If operation is interrupted, wait 5 minutes before restarting.

Your refrigerator contains a built in diagnostic capability. If it develops a malfunction in certain areas, it will display an error code to assist the repair technician. While an error code is displayed, other control and display functions will not operate.

If an error code is displayed, contact a service center. Do not disconnect the power cord from the outlet. When the door of the refrigerator is open 1 minute, an alarm will sound three times. If the door remains open, the alarm will repeat every 30 seconds.

LAMP AUTO OFF FEATURE

When the door is open for 7 minutes or longer, the lamp inside goes off automatically to save energy and prevent overheating. However, the alarm sound continues until the door is closed.OPERATIONS SUPER COOL (FOR EXTERNAL CONTROLLER MODEL) CHILD LOCK (FOR EXTERNAL CONTROLLER MODEL)

The Super Cool feature operates when the when the refrigerator first turn on. The compressor and circulating fan operate at maximum cooling capacity to quickly lower the refrigerator temperature. It shuts off automatically.

If warm food is placed into the refrigerator, Super Cool can be started with the button on the control panel. Super Cool will shut off when the temperature reaches the proper level or it can be shut off manually by pressing the Super Cool button.

CHILD LOCK Press and hold the CHILD LOCK button for 3 seconds to lock the child lock. When it is locked, the Lock LED will be on and the other button will not operate. To unlock, press and hold the CHILD LOCK button for 3 seconds again.

Whenever pressing the button, the LED emits light.

The number showing up on the LED luminesce indicate the temperature of refrigerator compartment.

You can select the desired setting point seven steps, from '0°C' to '6°C'. <A type> <B type>ICE MAKING(OPTIONAL) Choose the type of ice-making system you have.General Type●To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water andplace it in the freezer.● To remove ice cubes, hold the tray at its ends andtwist gently.●To remove ice cubes easily, run water on thetray before twisting.Twisting Ice Serve Type●To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water andinsert in its position.●To remove ice cubes, hold the knob of the tray andturn gently. Then, ice cubes drop in to the ice cubebox. 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 on the Ice cube box. Then insert the ice cube box in the freezer compartment. To remove ice cubes, hold the tray at its ends and twist gently. 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 the ice cube box. You can remove Twisting Ice Serve to use freezer compartment larger.● You should remove Ice Trays and Ice Cube Box first then pull the frame out right side. OPERATIONS Ice Trays Ice Cube Box ICE MAKING (OPTIONAL) To remove ice cubes, hold the lever of the tray and pull turn gently. Then, ice cubes drop int to the ice cube box.To make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and insert in its position.Twisting Ice Serve TypeGeneral TypeTo make ice cubes, fill the ice tray with water and place it on the ice cube box. Then insert the ice cube box in the freezer compartment.To remove ice cubes, hold the tray at its end and twist gently.Choose the type of ice Making you have.Ice TraysIce Cube BoxIce TraysIce Cube Box ICE MAKING

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 lever of the tray and pull turn gently. Then, ice cubes drop in to the ice cube box.

• FREEZER CONTROL- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Setting at "8", the freezer compartment becomes colder.But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold airflows into the refrigerator compartment.
• In cold weather the unit operates less and the freezer compartment has a tendency to warm up. For colder freezer, turn the FREEZER CONTROL to "7"~"8".
• If you take a lot of foods in the freezer or open its door frequently its temperature is apt to be somewhat higher. In this case, set the FREEZER CONTROL dial between 7 and 8 to cool it. Return the FREEZER CONTROL dial to the original position to cut down the consumption

• In hot weather or to put much foods in the refrigerator compartment, the refrigerator compartment has a tendency to warm up. For colder refrigerator, turn the FREEZER CONTROL to "2"~"4" to direct more cold air into the refrigerator compartment, and the REFRIGERATOR TEMP. CONTROL to "MAX" or "6". Setting at "7"~"8" of the FREEZER CONTROL, the refrigerator compartment will not be cold enough.

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. MAGIC CRISPERS• Magic Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily keep humidity inside the vegetable drawer.

• A lattice on the underside of the cover to efficiently hold or release moisture.
• Sealing structure keep the humidity. VEGETABLE DRAWER Absorb Release moisture moisture Overly Humid humid deficiency VITAMIN KIT (OPTIONAL) It contains anti-oxydant that is able to avoidoxidation process in order to make the fruits andvegetables fresh for longer time.This part contains anti-oxydant substance that do not to eat.Opening and closing the door too much often can reduce its lifetime.

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

• As Deodorizer is located in cooling air inlet for circulating air in fresh food compartment, there is no need for any handling.
• Do not prick the cooling air inlet with a sharp tip because 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 Deodorizer
• Used some length and the odor is strong, 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. FRESH ZONE

When the door is opened, the warmer air doesn't influence in the fresh zone. So you can keep food fresher in 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.OPERATIONS ean r of basket and align thefront and pull DAIRY CORNER

Use the moving by pushing right the left withprotruded handle. How to remove the cover when you cl

Push the cover and move it to the cente Move the cover at the middle of baskethole with bothsides of the basket After aligning,turn basket from back to out with both hands. (FOR DOOR COOLING MODEL)

(FOR DOOR COOLING MODEL) The anion coating in the duct cover purifies the air andhelps stored foods remain fresh longer.If water of foreign substances enter the cool air vent whilecleaning, efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if gasket isdamaged, efficiency may be lowered owing to the escapeof cool air.Cool Air VentSUGGESTIONS ON FOOD STORAGE

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

Do not open the door frequently. Opening the door lets warm air enter the refrigerator, and cause temperatures to rise. 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 in the refrigerator.

Always clean food prior to refrigeration. Vegetables and fruits should be washed and wiped, and packed food should be wiped clean, to prevent adjacent food from spoiling.

When storing eggs in their storage rack, ensure that they are fresh, and always store them in a up-right position, which keeps them fresh longer. 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.

It is recomended to load food at least 15mm against freezer wall, it will keep good air circulation in the freezer compartment. ● Loading for Freezing - It is recommended to load newly introduced foods on the following position for freezing: even.

Freezer Door Basket, marked ( ) is -12°C compartment, that is suitable for short term storage of frozen food (optional). ●CLEANING

It is important that your 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 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 and will not affect your refrigerator temperatures. However, you should minimize the number of door openings while the power is off. During power failures of longer duration, place a block of dry ice on top of your frozen packages.

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. This is due to the anti- condensation pipe, which pumps hot refrigerant to prevent "sweating" on the outer cabinet wall. Caution Electrical Shock Hazard Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. NOTE :Moving the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit. Anti - Condensation Pipe to settle.IMPORTANT WARNINGS LAMP REPLACEMENT REFRIGERATOR LAMP

1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.

2. Remove refrigerator shelves.3. To remove the lamp cover insert type driver at the corner of under hole of the lamp cover and pull it out forwards4. Turn the lamp counterclockwise.5. Assemble in reverse order of diassembly. Replacement bulb must be the same specification as original.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD

ABOUT GROUNDING (EARTHING) If possible, connect the refrigerator to its own In the event of an electric short circuit, groundingindividual electrical outlet to prevent it and other (earthing) reduces the risk of electric shock by appliances or household lights from causing an providing an escape wire for the electric current. overload that could cause a power outage.In order to prevent possible electric shock, thisappliance must be grounded.Improper use of the grounding plug can result in

ACCESSIBILITY OF SUPPLY PLUG

an electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned thatare not completely understood, or if you have the supply plug is accessible for quick disconnectiondoubts on whether the appliance is properly when accident happens.

SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT

DO NOT MODIFY OR EXTEND THE

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced POWER CORD LENGTH. by the manufacturer or its service agent or a It will cause electric shocksimilarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.or fire.

VERY DANGEROUS ATTRACTION

An empty refrigerator can be a dangerousattraction to children. Remove either gaskets,latches, lids or the entire door from your unused appliance, or take some other action to make it harmless. This appliance must be grounded (earthed). DON'T WAIT! DO IT NOW! Do not store inflammable materials, explosives or chemicals in the refrigerator.

DISPOSAL OF THE OLD APPLIANCE

WARNING 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.This appliance is not intended for use by person (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.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES

Has a house fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?

Has the power cord plug been removed or loosened from the electrical wall outlet?

Temperature control not set on proper position.

Appliance is placed close to wall or heat source.

Warm weather-frequent door openings.

Door left open for a long time.

Large amount of foods are kept in the refrigerator.

Refrigerator is installed in a weak or uneven place, or leveling screw needs adjusting.

Unnecessary objects placed in the back side of the refrigerator.

Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered or wrapped.

Interior needs cleaning.

Not unusual during periods of high humidity.

Door may have been left ajar.

DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE

1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product

it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately

from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential

negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance,

please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

• Information of fluorinated greenhouse gases used as refrigerant of this refrigerator. Chemical NameR-134a100% HFC-134aTotal GWP (kg CO

REMPLACEMENT DES AMPOULES.