LG LFX25778ST Owner's manual

Model Name/Nombre de Modelo **=color number/número de color

GM-B258R4*

GM-L26AN*JP

LMX25988**

LFX25978**

GM-B258R*

P/No. MFL67227302

ENGLISH

www.lg.com

OWNER’S MANUAL

BOTTOM FREEZER

REFRIGERATOR

Please read this manual carefully before operating

your set and retain it for future reference.

ESPAÑOL

MANUAL DE USUARIO

REFRIGERADOR

CON CONGELADOR INFERIOR

Lea detenidamente este manual antes de empezar

a utilizar el refrigerador y guárdelo como referencia

para el futuro.

LFX25778**

GM-B259R*

GM-L268F*XP

2

English Version 2

Spanish Version 50

Important Safety Instructions 3-4

Requirements for Ground Connection 4

Parts and Features 5-8

Refrigerator Installation 9-18

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Installation 9

Installation of Base Grille 9

How to remove and install Handle 10

How to remove and Install the

R

efrigerator Doors 11-12

How to remove and Install Pull-Out Drawer 13-17

Closing and Aligning the doors 18

Using your Refrigerator 19-30

Control Panel Features 19

The LED Display 20

Adjusting the temperatures and display 21

Operating the dispenser 22

Setting the functions 23

Spaceplus Ice System 24

Automatic Icemaker 25

Adjusting Control Settings 26

Food Storage Guide 26

Storing Frozen Food 26-27

Refrigerator Section

27-29

Refrigerator Shelves 27-28

Crisper Humidity Control 28

Door Racks 29

Dairy Compartment 29

Dispenser Drip Tray 29

Freezer Section 30

Ice Bin 30

DuraBase 30

Durabase Divider 30

Pull Out Drawer 30

Refrigerator Care and Cleaning 31-39

Refrigerator Cleaning 31

Outside 31

Inside Walls 31

Door Lining & Gaskets 31

Plastic Parts (Covers and Panel) 31

31 revoC kcaB

Replacing Lights 31

Power Interrup

tions 32

When Going on Vacation 32

When Moving 32

Water Filter (Type 1) 33-34

Water Filter (Type 2) 36

Performance Data Sheet (Type 1) 35

Performance Data Sheet (Type 2) 37-38

Connecting the Water Line 40-42

Troubleshooting Guide 43-45

Smart Diagnosis 46

Warranty 47-48

Certiﬁcate for California 39

TABLE OF CONTENTS

THANK YOU!

Congratulations on your purchase and

welcome to the LG family.

Your new LG French Door Refrigerator

combines advanced cooling technology

with simple operation and high

efﬁciency. Follow the operating and care

instructions in this manual and your

refrigerator will provide you with many

years of reliable service.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

3

This manual contains several important safety notices. Always read and obey all of the following safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is a warning to potential dangers that could cause death, injury

or damage to you, others or the product. All safety messages will follow after this warning symbol and the

word “DANGER”, “CAUTION” or “WARNING”. These words mean:

You may be killed or suffer fatal damage if you do not follow instructions.

You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury

or damage to the product.

All safety messages inform you of potential danger, advise you on how to reduce the risk of injury and tell you what

can occur if the instructions are not followed.

To

reduce the risk of ﬁre, electrical shock or personal

injury, the following precaution measures should be

followed:

• NEVER disconnect the refrigerator by pulling the

power cord, always grip the plug ﬁrmly and disconnect

it directly from the outlet.

• Repair or replace immediately all faulty or damaged

service cables. Do not use cords that have cracks or

abrasion damage on the length of the cord or on the

plug.

• When moving your refrigerator, take care not to roll

over the electrical cord.

• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other combustible

liquids or vapors in proximity with this or any other

electrical appliance.

• DO NOT permit children to climb, stand or swing from

the doors or shelves of the refrigerator. This can cause

serious injury to them and damage to the produc

t.

• Keep your ﬁngers away from areas in which they

can become caught, such as the doors, hinges and

cabinets. Be careful closing the doors when children

are near.

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or repairing.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any repair

services be performed by a qualiﬁed professional.

• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the

refrigerator or shut down the circuit breaker to avoid

contact with a live wire (the bulb could break while

being replaced). NOTE: Setting the control to the OFF

position does not disconnect the power from the light

bulb circuit.

• Do not keep bottles in the freezer compartment, they

could explode after freezing and cause damage.

• For your safety, this product should be properly

grounded. Have a qualiﬁed profe

ssional check the

electrical circuit and outlet to ensure a proper ground

connection.

• Read all instructions before utilizing the product. Utilize

this product only as explicitly expressed in this guide.

• Once the refrigerator is operating, avoid touching cold

surfaces of the freezer with damp or wet hands; the

skin could become adhered to these surfaces.

• In refrigerators with an automatic ice dispenser, avoid

contact with moving parts of the ejector mechanism

or with the heating mechanism that discharges the

cubes. DO NOT place your ﬁngers or hands in the

ice dispenser mechanism while the refrigerator is

connected.

• DO NOT refreeze foods which have already thawed.

“...You may refreeze food that has thawed if they contain

ice crystals or are cold and below 40 °F (4 °C)”.

“...Ground beef,

perishable

food or seafood that is

discolored or has an unpleasant odor should not be

frozen or consumed. Consumption of melted ice cream

should also be avoided. If the odor or color of food is

questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to

consume”.

“Partial thawing or refreezing reduces the quality of the

food, especially fruit, vegetables and prepared meals.

The quality of red meat is less affected than other foods.

Use refrozen products as soon as possible in order to

maintain their quality”.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES

WARNING

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

The United States Department of Agriculture in Home

and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

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This appliance is not intended for use by children, persons with physical or mental disabilities, persons with reduced

sensory or mental capacity, or persons with lack of experience or know-how, unless they have supervision or instruction

in relation to the use of the appliance by the person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to

assure that they do not play with the appliance.

Children becoming trapped or suffocated is not

a problem of the past. Discarded and abandoned

refrigerators are a hazard, even if they remain there

“for just a few days”. If you would like to dispose of

your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions

below to prevent any accidents.

BEFORE DISPOSING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

OR FREEZER WHEN NO LONGER IN USE:

• Remove the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so that children

c

annot easily become stuck in them.

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that

uses CFC’s (chloroﬂuorocarbons). CFC affects the

stratospheric layer of the ozone.

If you decide to throw out your old refrigerator, ensure

that CFC contaminants are properly disposed of by a

qualiﬁed professional. If you intentionally remove the

CFC refrigerant, you could be subject to ﬁnes or prison

in accordance with environmental legislation in effect.

IMPORTANT: Attentively read the following.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must

be properly grounded. Have a qualiﬁed electrician

check your wall outlet to ensure that the plug is

grounded properly.

3 prong

grounding type

wall receptacle

3 prong

grounding Ensure proper

plug ground exists

before use

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

Your refrigerator must always be plugged to its own

outlet which is adequately grounded. The energy current

should only be 115 V ~ 60 Hz, AC or 127 V ~ 60 Hz,

AC (according to the National rating). This provides

the best performance and prevents an overload which

could cause a ﬁre from the overheating of the cables.

It is recommended that a separate circuit be used for

this appliance, as well as a receptacle that cannot be

disconnected with a switch.

Do not use an extension cable. It is your responsibility

and

obligation to replace two-prong outlets with that of

an adequately grounded three-prong outlet.

Do not, under any circumstance, cut or extract the third

prong from the plug.

NOTE: Before installation, cleaning or replacing light

bulbs, you must disconnect the appliance from the

power source. When ﬁnished, plug the appliance back in

and adjust the thermostat to the desired position.

USE OF EXTENSION CABLES

We do not recommend the use of extension cables.

However, if you still choose to utilize an extension cable,

it is absolutely necessary that it is listed in the UL (in

the United States) or CSA (in Canada), that it supports

three-pronged plugs and that the electrical current

support a minimum of 15 A and 120 V.

The use of an extension cable will increase the amount

of space needed behind the refrigerator.

WARNING

REPLACING ELECTRICAL CABLE

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by

our service center or qualiﬁed LG technician to avoid

any risk.

DANGER: CHILDREN MAY BECOME TRAPPED

CFC DISPOSAL

REQUIREMENTS FOR GROUND CONNECTION

CAUTION

WARNING

Do not sit or climb on drawers.

Keep away from moving drawers.

• Small children can

be knocked down.

• Fingers and toes

can be injured.

• Refrigerator can tip over.

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PARTS AND FEATURES

SPECIAL FEATURES

CONTROL PANEL LED DISPLAY SCREEN

Simple electronic controls are user-friendly.

The LED screen shows refrigerator and freezer

temperatures, displays water ﬁlter status,

dispenser information, and more.

ICE PLUS

When this feature is activated, the freezer

section will run at the coldest temperature for

a 24- hour period to increase ice production.

FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER

The water dispenser offers fresh, chilled,

ﬁltered water through the door. The ice

dispenser offers cubed or crushed ice.

DOOR ALARM

A warning alarm sounds at 30-second

intervals when the refrigerator or freezer door

is left open for more than 60 seconds.

SPACEPLUS ICE SYSTEM

The icemaker automatically produces 80–130

ice cubes in a 24-hour period to keep the ice

dispenser fully supplied. The in-door design

creates more shelf space.

CRISPERS

LG’s crispers preserve humidity and help

vegetables stay crisp.

GLIDE‘N’SERVE (In some models).

Provides storage space with a variable

temperature control that keeps the

compartment colder than refrigerator.

MULLION

The door mullion folds in when the left door

is opened.

AUTO CLOSING HINGE

When you slightly push the door of the

refrigerator, it is automatically closed. (The

door is automatically closed within 30° of the

opening angle.)

NOTE: This guide covers several different models.

The refrigerator you have purchased may have

some or all of the items listed below. The locations

of the features shown below may not match your

model.

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MEATMEAT

DELI

PRODUCE

TEMP. SELECTORTEMP. SELECTORTEMP. SELECTOR

LOW

HIGHLOW HIGHLOW

MEAT

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PRODUCE

TEMP. SELECTOR

CAUTION

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PARTS AND FEATURES

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KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

4 DOORS MODELS (LMX25988**, GM-B258R4*M, GM-L26AN*JP).

In addition to the special features and components

outlined in the Special Features section, there are

several other important components that are

referenced in this manual.

ADJUSTABLE REFRIGERATOR SHELVING

The refrigerator compartment shelves are

adjustable to allow ﬂexibility for storage needs.

GALLON STORAGE BINS

Three interchangeable bins can be arranged

to

suit your storage needs.

REMOVABLE ICE STORAGE BIN

The ice storage bin can be removed to ﬁll ice

buckets, coolers, or pitchers.

LED INTERIOR LAMPS

Refrigerator interior is lit by the LED array.

CAN STORAGE BIN

FIXED DOOR BINS

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PARTS AND FEATURES

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KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

3 DOORS MODELS (LFX25978**, GM-B258R*).

In addition to the special features and components

outlined in the Special Features section, there are

several other important components that are

referenced in this manual.

ADJUSTABLE REFRIGERATOR SHELVING

The refrigerator compartment shelves are

adjustable to allow ﬂexibility for storage needs.

GALLON STORAGE BINS

Three interchangeable bins can be arranged

to

suit your storage needs.

REMOVABLE ICE STORAGE BIN

The ice storage bin can be removed to ﬁll ice

buckets, coolers, or pitchers.

LED INTERIOR LAMPS

Refrigerator interior is lit by the LED array.

CAN STORAGE BIN

FIXED DOOR BINS

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2

3

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PARTS AND FEATURES

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KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

3 DOORS MODELS (LFX25778**, GM-B259R*, GM-L268F*XP).

In addition to the special features and components

outlined in the Special Features section, there are

several other important components that are

referenced in this manual.

ADJUSTABLE REFRIGERATOR SHELVING

The refrigerator compartment shelves are

adjustable to allow ﬂexibility for storage needs.

GALLON STORAGE BINS

Three interchangeable bins can be arranged

to

suit your storage needs.

REMOVABLE ICE STORAGE BIN

The ice storage bin can be removed to ﬁll ice

buckets, coolers, or pitchers.

LED INTERIOR LAMPS

Refrigerator interior is lit by the LED array.

CAN STORAGE BIN

FIXED DOOR BINS

1

4

5

6

2

3

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

Use the assistance of two or more persons to move or

install the refrigerator. Not following these instructions

may cause injury to the back and other parts of the

body.

UNPACKING

Before installing your refrigerator, remove any tape

or temporary stickers. Do not remove any stickers

that feature warnings, the model serial number or the

technical label of the product located on the back of the

refrigerator.

To remove adhesive tape residue, rub it well with your

ﬁngers and a little liquid detergent. Clean with warm

water and let dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ﬂammable

liquids or abrasive cleaning products to remove the

adhesive tape or glue. These

products can damage the

surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see

the section on “Important Safety Instructions”.

The shelves come already installed in their factory

position. Remove the shelves and replace them

according to your spacing needs.

Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is extremely heavy. Make sure you

protect the ﬂoor when moving your refrigerator for

cleaning or servicing. Always pull your refrigerator

straight out when moving it. Do not shift from side

to side or “walk” the refrigerator when attempting to

move it as this can cause damage to the ﬂoor.

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

Keep all ﬂammable materials and vapors (such as

gasoline) away from the refrigerator. Not following

these instructions may cause death, explosion or ﬁre

INSTALLATION

1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct

sunlight, or humidity.

2. To avoid vibration, the unit should be leveled. If needed,

adjust the leveling screws to compensate for an

unleveled ﬂoor. The front should be slightly taller than

the rear to ensure that the doors close properly. The

leveling screws can easily be turned by slightly tilting

the front of the refrigerator, turning the leveling screws

clockwise (

) to raise it and counter-clockwise

(

) to lower it.

3. Install the refrigerator in an area between 55 °F

(13 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C). If the surrounding temperature

is lower or higher than previously mentioned, it can

adversely affect the unit.

CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat

sources, direct sunlight or humidity.

ONCE INSTALLED

1. Carefully clean your refrigerator and remove and dust

accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as the ice bin, door racks,

shelves, etc., in their proper places. These are already

packed to prevent any possible damage during

shipping.

3. Leave your refrigerator on for 2 to 3 hours before

storing food inside. Verify that there is a ﬂow of cold air

in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling.

Your refrigerator is now re

ady for u

se.

WARNING:

• Take care when working with the hinges, base cover

and stops, etc. You may injure yourself.

• DO not place your hands or any tools in the air vents,

the base cover or in the bottom of the refrigerator. This

may cause injury or electrical shock.

INSTALLATION OF BASE GRILLE

Uninstalling the Base Grille

1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of

your refrigerator (see Figure A).

2. Take off the cover.

Figure A

Installing the Base Grille

1.

2.

Align the bottom cover and place in position.

Insert and tighten the 2 screws (see ﬁgure B).

Figure B

Keep a Proper Distance from

Adjacent Objects

Please keep the refrigerator at an

adequate distance from other objects.

Insufﬁcient spacing can reduce the

refrigerator’s freezing efﬁciency and

increase electricity consumption.

2" (5.08 cm)

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TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

10 mm

1

/

4

in 1/4 in

3

/

8

in

3

/

32

in

Hex Socket Wrench Phillips Screwdriver Flat Head Screwdriver Allen Wrench

NOTE: It is always recommended that the doors be removed when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a

narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles follow the directions below.

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.

DOOR HANDLE REMOVING

1. Removing Refrigerator Handle

Loosen the set screws with the

3

/

32

” Allen wrench

and remove the handle.

•NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be

tightened or removed, use a

1

/4 ” Allen wrench.

Mounting

Fasteners

Allen Wrench

Set Screw

2. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle

Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of

the handle with the

1

/

8

” Allen wrench and remove the

handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be

tightened or removed, use a

1

/

4

” Allen wrench.

DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION

1. Reinstalling Refrigerator Handle

Place the handle on the door by aligning

handle footprints to ﬁt mounting fasteners and

tighten the set screws with a

3

/

32

“ Allen wrench.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be

tightened or removed, use a

1

/4 ” Allen wrench.

Mounting

Fasteners

2. Reinstalling Freezer Drawer Handle

Place the handle on the door by aligning

handle footprints to ﬁt mounting fasteners and

tighten the set screws on the bottom of the

handle with a

1

/

8

” Allen wrench.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be

tightened or removed, use a

1

/

4

” Allen wrench.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL REFRIGERATOR DOOR

1. Removing Refrigerator Doors

Remove the left-side door ﬁrst.

NOTE: Handle, top hinge and hinge cover appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.

WARNING

• Disconnect electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing. Failure to do so could result in death or serious

injury.

• Do not put hands or feet or metal sticks into the air vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be

injured or receive an electrical shock.

• Be careful when you work with the hinge, base grille, and stopper. You may be injured.

X Left Door

• Pull the water tube out of the ﬁtting while pressing the release ring on the ﬁtting (1).

NOTE: When you pull out the tube, ﬁrst you have to push the collet by opposite direction of arrow in the upper

picture and pull the tube out by direction of arrow.

• Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (2 ).

• Use a ﬂat blade screwdriver to lift the tabs on the front underside of the cover (3). Lift up the cover.

• Remove the cover. Pull out the tube (4).

• Disconnect all wire harness (5).

• Remove the grounding screw(6).

• Rotate hinge lever (7) counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge (8) free of the hinge lever latch (9).

• Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.

X Right Door

• Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (10).

• Use a ﬂat blade screwdriver to lift the tabs on the front underside of the cover (11). Lift up the cover.

• Rotate hinge lever (12) clockwise. Lift the top hinge (13) free of the hinge lever latch (14).

• Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.

CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

•Liftthedoorfromthemiddlehingepinandremovethedoor.

•Placethedoor,insidefacingup,onanonscratchingsurface.

Collet

(1)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

(10)

(11)

(12)

(13)

(14)

(2)

(3)

(5)

(4)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(6)

(10)

(11)

(12)

(13)

(14)

(2)

(3)

(5)

(4)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(6)

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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL

REFRIGERATOR DOOR (CONT.)

2. Refrigerator Door Reinstallation

Install the right-side door ﬁrst.

 Righ

Image only for reference

t Door

• Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (1).

• Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.

• Fit the top hinge (2) over the hinge lever latch (3)

and into place. Rotate the lever (4) counterclockwise

to secure the hinge.

• Hook the tab on the door-switch side of the cover

(5) under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet

top.

• Position the cover into place.

• Insert and tighten the cover screw (6).

(4)

(3)

(2)

(6)

(5)

 Left Door

• Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (7).

• Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.

• Fit the top hinge (8) over the hinge lever latch (9)

and into place. Rotate the lever (10) clockwise to

secure the hinge.

• Install the grounding screw (11) and connect all the

wire harnesses (12).

• Push the water supply tube (13) into the hole on the

top case and pull it through the backplate.

(9)

(8)

(10)

(11)

(12)

(13)

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

1

7

4

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• Insert the water supply tube into the connector.

• Insert the tube at least 5/8 in. (15 mm) into the

connector.

• Hook the tab on the door-switch side of the cover

under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet

top.

• Position the cover into place.

• Insert and tighten the cover screw.

CAUTION

1. Insert the tube until you can see only one of the lines

printed on the tube.

2. After inserting, pull the tube to ascertain that it is

secure.

3. Assemble the clip.

Correct

Incorrect

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL

OUT DRAWER (4 DOORS MODELS).

1. Removing Pull out Top Drawer

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or

property damage, you will need two persons to

perform the following instructions.

• Pull the drawer open to full lower extension.

Remove the durabase by lifting it from rail system.

(Fig. 1)

Fig.1

• Remove the screws of the rail on both sides.

(Fig. 2)

Fig.2

CAUTION: When removing drawer door, do not

hold it by the handle. The door could fall down

and you may be injured. Grasp the door with both

hands as pictured below when removing.

CAUTION: When laying down the drawer, be

careful not to damage the ﬂoor or hurt your feet

with the sharp edges on hinge side.

• With both hands, hold both sides of the door

(Fig. 3) and pull it up to separate it from the rails.

Fig.3

Collet

Insert Line

Clip

Tube

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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• With both hands, bend the center bar just enough

to allow the gears on both ends to release from

their tracks. (Fig. 4)

Fig.4

• 2. Removing Pull out bottom Drawer

Fully extend the freezer drawer. Lifting up

and 2 out to remove the Dura Base basket making

sure to clear the rail system. (Fig. 1)

Fig.1

• Remove the screws of the rail on both sides. (Fig. 2)

Fig. 2

CAUTION: Care should be taken to avoid

product or property damage when removing

the freezer door. It maybe necessary to have

assistance with the following insturctions.

CAUTION: To avoid damage do not hold

the handle when removing the door. It could

come off and cause and injury.

• With both hands, hold both sides of the door

(Fig. 3) and pull it up to separate it from the rails.

• With both hands, bend the center bar just enough

to allow the gears on both ends to release from

their tracks. (Fig. 4)

3. Freezer Drawer Reintallation

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or

property damage, you will need two people to per-

form the following instructions.

Top Drawer

• To reinstall the freezer drawer, place the bar back

on edge of the gears in the secure holes on the

opposite rails and pull out until the drawer rails

are fully extended.(Fig. 1)

Fig.1

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Fig.3

Fig.4

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

• Hook door supports into rail tabs. (Fig. 2)

• Lower door into ﬁnal position and tighten the

screws. (Fig.3)

• With the drawer pulled out to full extension,

insert the drawer and ice bin in the rail. (Fig. 4)

WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet

entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them

to play inside of drawer.

WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer

Drawer.

Bottom Drawer

4.Freezer Bottom Drawer Reinstallation

• To reinstall the freezer drawer, place the bar back

on edge of the gears in the secure holes on the

opposite rails and pull out until the drawer rails are

fully extended. (Fig. 1)

• Hook door supports into rail tabs. (Fig. 2)

• Lower door into ﬁnal position and tighten the

screws. (Fig. 3)

• With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert

the lower basket in the rail assembly. (Fig.4)

WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet

entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to

play inside of drawer.

WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer

Drawer.

2

1

Fig.2

Fig.3

2

1

Fig.2

Fig.4

Fig.3

Fig.4

Fig.1

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL

OUT DRAWER (3 DOORS MODELS).

1. Removing Pull out Drawer

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or

property damage, you will need two persons to

perform the following instructions.

• Pull the drawer open to full lower extension.

Remove the durabase by lifting it from rail system.

(Fig. 3)

Durabase

Fig. 3

• Remove the screws of the rail on both sides.

(Fig. 4)

screw

Fig. 4

CAUTION: When removing drawer door, do not

hold it by the handle. The door could fall down

and you may be injured. Grasp the door with both

hands as pictured below when removing.

CAUTION: When laying down the drawer, be

careful not to damage the ﬂoor or hurt your feet

with the sharp edges on hinge side.

• With both hands, hold both sides of the door

(Fig. 5) and pull it up to separate it from the rails.

(Fig. 6)

Fig. 5

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

To remove the drawer, push the tabs located on

the front inside surface of each rail. Next,gently

lift the rear left and right sides of the drawer and

pull it out (Fig. 1)

To reinstall, pull out and fully extend both rails.

Insert the end of rib in the bracket at left and

right. Making sure that the guides at the front

are lined up properly, gently push downon both

sides (Fig. 2)

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 6

Rail tabes

Door

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• Push the rails back into drawer cavity. With both

hands, hold the center of the bar and push it in

so that both rails go back simultaneously. (Fig.7)

(Fig. 8)

Fig. 7

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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL OUT

DRAWER (CONT.)

2. Installing Pull out Drawer

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or

property damage, you will need two people to per-

form the following instructions.

• With both hands, hold the center of the bar and

pull it out to let both rails out to full extension

simultaneously. (Fig. 9)

Fig. 9

• Hook door supports into rail tabs. (Fig. 10)

Rail tabes

Door Supports

Fig. 10

• Lower door into ﬁnal position and tighten the

screws. (Fig. 11)

Screws

Fig. 11

• With the rails pulled out to full extension, insert

the durabase in the rail assembly. (Fig. 12)

Durabase

Fig. 12

WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet

entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them

to play inside of drawer.

WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer

Drawer.

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CLOSING AND ALIGNING THE DOORS

Closing the Doors

Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws, one on

the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems

unstable or if you would like the doors to close more

easily, simply adjust the inclination of the refrigerator by

following the instructions below:

1. Plug the refrigerator into a 3 prong grounded outlet.

Move the refrigerator into its ﬁnal position.

2. Remove the base grille (Refer to the section on

“Installation of Base Grille”).

3. Use a ﬂat head screwdriver to adjust the leveling screws,

turning clockwise to raise the side of the refrigerator

and counter-clockwise to lower it. It may take several

turns to adjust it to the inclination you would like.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the

refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws.

This

will make it easier to adjust the screws.

4. Open both doors again and check to make sure that

they close easily. If not, slightly tilt the refrigerator

further back by turning both leveling screws clockwise.

It may take several more turns. Make sure that you turn

both leveling screws the same amount.

5. Ensure that the refrigerator is even by using a level.

6. Replace the base grille.

NOTE: Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with

two fresh food doors. Either door can be opened or

closed independently of one another. You may have

to exert slight pressure on doors to get them to close

completely.

Aligning the Doors

To adjust the height of the doors, use the wrench

(Included with the User Manual) to adjust the bolt in

the door hinge (counter clockwise to raise or clockwise

t

o lower)

When moving your refrigerator

Note: Your refrigerator is extremly heavy. When moving

the refrigerator for installing, cleaning or service be sure

to follow the next instructions.

1. Adjust leveling legs up.

2. Cover the ﬂoor with cardboard or hardboard to

avoid ﬂoor damage.

3. Always pull or push the refrigerator straight out

when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the

refrigerator when trying to move it, as ﬂoor damage

could occur.

Image only for reference.

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NOTE: The shape of the buttons may not match your model.

LED DISPLAY

The LED display shows the temperature

settings, dispenser options, water ﬁlter, door

alarm, and locking status messages.

ICE TYPE BUTTON

The ICE TYPE button is used to select Cubed

Ice or Crushed Ice.

FREEZER BUTTON

Press the FREEZER button to adjust the

temperature in the freezer compartment.

**NOTE: When pressed simultaneously with

the REFRIGERATOR button for more than

ﬁve seconds, the temperature display will

change from Fahrenheit to Celsius or vice

versa.

REFRIGERATOR BUTTON

Press the REFRIGERATOR button to

adjust the temperature in the refrigerator

compartment.

**NOTE: When pressed simultaneously

with the FREEZER button for more than ﬁve

seconds, the temperature display will change

from Fahrenheit to Celsius or vice versa.

ICE PLUS/ENERGY SAVING BUTTON

(in some models)

Press this button to activate the ICE PLUS

function to increase icemaking capabilities.

*OR, Press and hold this button for at least 3

seconds to activate or deactivate the Energy

Saving mode.

LIGHT/FILTER BUTTON

The LIGHT/FILTER button controls the lamp

in the dispenser.

Press and hold the LIGHT/FILTER button

for more than 3 seconds to reset the ﬁlter

indicator after the water ﬁlter has been

replaced.

ALARM/LOCK BUTTON

Press this button to control the door-open

alarm.

Press and hold this button at least 3 seconds

to lock or unlock all the other function buttons

on the control panel, including operation of

the dispenser.

*In some models it is not available the Energy Saving mode.

** The function of change to Fahrenheit just is available in models with Energy Saving mode.

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CAUTION

Display mode setting and its cancellation

*In models that have Energy Saving available:

• With the refrigerator door open, keep pressing the

REFRIGERATOR button and ICE PLUS/ENERGY

SAVING button more than 5 seconds, then it goes to the

display mode. (Display will show the word “OFF”).

• Perform the same way again to cancel the display mode.

• All freezing units do not work at the display mode

*In models without Energy Saving available:

• With the refrigerator door open, keep pressing the

REFRIGERATOR button and ICE PLUS button click 3

times, then it goes to the display mode. (Display will

show the word “OFF”).

• Perform the same way again to cancel the display mode.

• All freezing units do not work at the display mode.

*In some models it is not available the Energy Saving mode.

** The function of change to Fahrenheit just is available in models with Energy Saving mode.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

THE LED DISPLAY

The LED display shows the temperature settings,

dispenser options, water ﬁlter, door alarm, and

locking status messages.

DISPENSER SELECTION INDICATOR

Shows Cubed ice or Crushed Ice selection

that will be dispensed when the push switch is

pressed.

** FREEZER TEMPERATURE

Indicates the set temperature of the freezer

compartment in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

** REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE

Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator

compartment in Celsius or Fahrenheit.

* ICE PLUS

When the ICE PLUS/ENERGY SAVING button

is pressed, the display will indicate the selected

function has been activated.

DISPENSER LIGHT INDICATOR

When the LIGHT button is pressed,

the display will indicate the selected function:

The dispenser light is on, this indicator will

appear on the display panel.

DOOR ALARM INDICATOR

This indicator shows that the door-open

warning alarm is activated.

ENERGY SAVING (in some models)

This indicater shows that Energy Saving mode

is activated.

WATER FILTER STATUS

This indicator shows the current status for

the water ﬁlter. See Resetting the Filter

Indicator.

LOCK STATUS

This indicator shows the current status for

the control panel functions is set to LOCK.

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