LG Electronics USA F31GDA Refrigerator User Manual EMISSION TEST REPORT
LG Electronics USA Refrigerator EMISSION TEST REPORT
Contents
- 1. User Manual 1
- 2. User Manual 2
- 3. User Manual 3
- 4. User Manual 4
User Manual 1
Order Number
: GETEC-C1-16-277
FCC Part 18
Test Report Number
: GETEC-E3-16-032
Page 1 / 1
EUT Type: Refrigerator
FCC ID.: BEJF31GDA
APPENDIX H
: USER’S MANUAL
OWNER’S MANUAL
FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
LUPXS3186N
www.lg.com
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL
2TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 PRODUCT FEATURES
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
7 COMPONENTS
7 Refrigerator Exterior
8 Refrigerator Interior
9 INSTALLATION
9 Installation Overview
10 Specifications
11 Unpacking the Refrigerator
11 Choosing the Proper Location
11 - Flooring
12 - Ambient Temperature
12 - Measuring the Clearances
12 Removing/Assembling the Doors
17 Connecting the Water Line
17 - Before You Begin
18 - Water Pressure
18 - What You Will Need
19 - Water Line Installation Instructions
20 Turning On the Power
21 Leveling
21 Door Alignment
21 - Adjusting Door Height
22 HOW TO USE
22 Before Use
23 Interior LED Display
23 - Interior Display Features
25 -Using the Interior Display
26 Smart Features
30 In-Door Ice Bin
30 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
30 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
31 Automatic Icemaker
33 Ice and Water Dispenser
34 Storing Food
34 - Food Preservation Location
35 - Food Storage Tips
35 - Storing Frozen Food
36 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
36 - Detaching the Shelf
36 - Assembling the Shelf
37 - When Closing the Door
37 CustomChill™ Pantry
37 - Setting the CustomChill™ Pantry
38 Crisper Drawers
38 - Removing the Crisper Drawers
38 - Assembling the Crisper Drawers
39 - Removing the Crisper Support Box
39 - Assembling the Crisper Support Box
40 FRESHSteel Container
40 Knock-On Door-in-Door™
41 EasyLift Bin
41 Freezer Drawer
41 - Removing the Freezer Drawer
42 - Assembling the Freezer Drawer
42 - Removing the Drawer Support
43 - Assembling the Drawer Support
43 Refrigerator/Freezer Door Bins
44 MAINTENANCE
44 Cleaning
45 Replacing the Fresh Air Filter
46 Replacing the Water Filter
50 SMART DIAGNOSIS
50 Using Smart Diagnosis™
51 TROUBLESHOOTING
62 WARRANTY
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PRODUCT FEATURES
* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
DOOR ALARM
The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning
that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer door remains open. If a
refrigerator door or freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds, a
warning alarm sounds at 30 second intervals until it is closed.
ICE PLUS
Ice production can be increased by approximately 20 percent when the
freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour
period.
AUTO CLOSING HINGE
The refrigerator doors close automatically with a slight push. (The door only
closes automatically when it is open at an angle less than 30°.)
MEASURED FILL DISPENSER
Select from the Measured Fill menu on the dispenser to quickly dispense
pre-measured amounts automatically.
KNOCK-ON DOOR-IN-DOOR
See at a glance if you have enough mustard or cold soft drinks without
opening the door and allowing the cold air to escape.
See at a glance if you have enough mustard or cold soft drinks without
opening the door and allowing the cold air to escape.
AUTO DOOR OPENING
When your hands are full of groceries, open the refrigerator door
automatically by placing a foot near the Auto Door sensor.
FOLD-DOWN BIN RAILS
Use the metal bars on the DID bins as either bin dividers or as rails to keep
tall items secure.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:
Power
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it
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straight out from the outlet.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
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similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion
damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
Do not use an uncertified power outlet.
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Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.
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Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.
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Installation
Contact an authorized service center before you install or relocate the refrigerator.
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When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power
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cord.
Prior to use, ensure that you are connecting this product to a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet
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rated for use with this product (115V, 60Hz, AC only). It is the user’s responsibility to replace a
standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.
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Use
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the
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refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.
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Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.
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Do not put live animals inside the refrigerator.
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Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.
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In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure adequate ventilation and contact an authorized service
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center before resuming use. Do not touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the refrigerator.
In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure adequate
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ventilation and contact an authorized service center.
Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator
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or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable gas.
Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door bins. Doing so may cause damage to the bin or
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personal injury if items are removed with excessive force.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of
hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
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Do not hit the glass door panel with excessive force. Do not allow hard objects like cookware or
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glass bottles to hit the glass door panel. The glass could break, resulting in a risk of personal injury or
product damage.
This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials
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or for use on ships, etc.
Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.
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When you replace the light bulb in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.
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Do not modify or extend the power cord.
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Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove interior odors.
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For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit
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checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the
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user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
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Do not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.
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Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke
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coming from the appliance.
Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.
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Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.
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Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.
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Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.
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In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector
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mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the
automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.
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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your
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refrigerator is in operation.
Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
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or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not refreeze frozen food that has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health
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issue.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper
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disposal by a qualified servicer. If you release CFC coolant, you may be fined or imprisoned in
accordance with the relevant environmental law.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When
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disposing of the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the doors but
leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:
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CAUTION
Installation
The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were
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taped to the front of the refrigerator.
Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of plastic and other
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packing materials out of reach of children.
The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.
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Use
Close the door carefully when children are around.
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Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are
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necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.
If you store food improperly, be aware that it may fall and cause injury.
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Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.
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Do not store articles on the top of the appliance.
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Maintenance
Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.
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Wipe foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact
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areas regularly.
Do not store, disassemble or repair the refrigerator by yourself.
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Remove any dust or foreign matter from the power plug pins.
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Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.
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If the refrigerator is disconnected from the power supply, you should wait for at least five
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minutes before plugging it back in.
If you notice a chemical or burning plastic smell or see smoke, unplug the refrigerator
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immediately and contact your LG Electronics Service Center.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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COMPONENTS
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.
*The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.
Refrigerator Exterior
Interior LED Display
Displays the refrigerator and
freezer’s target temperature,
the air filter condition and the
network connection status.
Refrigerator
Preserves food.
Freezer
Preserves frozen food.
Dispenser Control Panel
Displays the icemaker and
dispenser modes and the water
filter status.
Filtered Water and
Ice Dispenser
Dispenses purified water and ice.
Knock-On
Door-in-Door
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Refrigerator Interior
LED Interior Lamp
The interior lamps light up
the inside of the refrigerator.
Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable
to meet your individual storage needs.
Refrigerator
Bin
Crisper
Freezer Bin
FreshSteel Container
CustomChill™
Pantry
Freezer
Drawer
Freezer
Drawer
Indoor Ice Bin
Ice cubes are
automatically
produced.
Knock-On
Door-in-Door™
See what's inside the
Door-in-Door compartment
without opening the door.
Keeps the cold air inside
and saves energy.
Condiment Bin
Crisper
Freezer Bin
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INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting
it to another location.
NOTE
Connect to potable water supply only.
1 Unpacking your
refrigerator
4 Connecting the
water supply and
water line
2 Choosing the proper
location
5 Leveling and Door
Alignment
3 Disassembling/Assembling
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Specifications
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product
improvements.
Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LUPXS3186N
Description French door refrigerator
Electrical requirements 115 VAC @ 60 Hz
Min./Max. Water pressure
20 - 120psi (138 - 827kPa)
Dimensions
35 7/8”(W) x 36 1/2”(D) x 70 1/4”(H) x 51 1/8”(D w/ door open)
912(W) X 929(D) X 1784(H) X 1298 mm (D w/ door open)
Net weight 473 lb. (215 kg)
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Choosing the Proper Location
Select a place where a water supply can
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be easily connected for the automatic
icemaker.
Unpacking the Refrigerator
WARNING
Use two or more people to move and
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install the refrigerator. Failure to do so
can result in back or other injury.
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving
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the refrigerator for cleaning or service,
be sure to protect the floor. Always pull
the refrigerator straight out when moving
it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator
when trying to move it, as floor damage
could occur.
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
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such as gasoline, away from the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in
fire, explosion, or death.
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any
warning-type labels, the model and serial number
label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the
front of the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the
area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue
can also be easily removed by rubbing a small
amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with
your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,
flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove
tape or glue. These products can damage the
surface of your refrigerator.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping
position. Please reinstall shelves according to
your individual storage needs.
The refrigerator should always be plugged
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into its own individual properly grounded
electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts, 60 Hz,
AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes.
This provides the best performance
and also prevents overloading house
wiring circuits which could cause a fire
hazard from overheated wires. It is
recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
install the refrigerator in a wet or damp
area.
NOTE
The water pressure must be 20~120
psi or 138~827 kPa or 1.4~8.4 kgf/cm²
on models without a water filter and
40~120 psi or 276~827 kPa or 2.8~8.4
kgf/cm² on models with a water filter.
Flooring
To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be
leveled and installed on a solidly constructed
floor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to
compensate for unevenness of the floor. The
front should be slightly higher than the rear to
aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned
easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the
leveling legs to the left to raise the unit or to
the right to lower it. (See Leveling and Door
AlIgnment.)
NOTE
Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces,
a platform or weakly supported structure
is not recommended.
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Ambient Temperature
Install this appliance in an area where the
temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F
(43°C). If the temperature around the appliance
is too low or high, cooling ability may be
adversely affected.
Measuring the Clearances
Too small of a distance from adjacent items
may result in lowered freezing capability and
increased electricity consumption charges.
Allow at least 24 inches (61 cm) in front of the
refrigerator to open the doors, and at least
2 inches (5.08 cm) between the back of the
refrigerator and the wall.
Removing/Assembling the Doors
2” (5.08 cm)
24” (61 cm)
Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
1 The water supply is connected to the
upper right part of the rear surface of the
refrigerator. Remove the ring in the joint
area. Hold the water supply connection
and gently push the collet to detach the
water supply line as shown in .
NOTE
Detachment of the water supply line is
applicable only when detaching the left
refrigerator door.
Collet
2 Remove the screws from the hinge cover
at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the
hook(not visible), located on the side of the
cover at the bottom edge, with a flat-head
screwdriver.
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3 Remove the cover and pull out the tube .
Disconnect all wire harnesses .
4 Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise
. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge
lever latch.
CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be
careful that the door does not fall forward.
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2
1
2
Hinge Lever Latch
5 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
remove the door.
CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface.
Removing the Right Refrigerator
Door
1 Remove the screws from the hinge cover
at the top of the refrigerator. Lift the
hook(not visible), located on the side of the
cover at the bottom edge, with a flat-head
screwdriver.
2 Detach the wire harness .
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CAUTION
When lifting the hinge free of the hinge
lever latch, be careful that the door
does not fall forward.
3 Rotate the hinge lever clockwise.
Lift the top hinge free of the hinge
lever latch.
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2
Hinge Lever Latch
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4 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and
remove the door.
CAUTION
Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface.
3 Unscrew the screw that attaches the
lower hinge cover and remove the cover.
Removing the Freezer Doors
1 Remove the inner hinge bolt.
2 Twist the hinge to raise the pivoting end
so that the door can be lifted off. Lift the
door off the lower hinge pin and remove it.
4 Disconnect all wire harnesses.
5 Remove the door by lifting it off the lower
hinge pin.
Assembling the Freezer Doors
1 Lower the door onto the lower hinge pin.
2 Connect the wire harnesses.
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2
Lower hinge
Lower hinge
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Install the right refrigerator door first.
1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is
inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower
the door onto the middle hinge pin as
shown in the figure.
2 Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch
and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
3 Connect the wire harness .
4 Position the cover in its place. Insert and
tighten the cover screws.
3 Position the bottom hinge cover in its place
and tighten the cover screw .
4 Position the middle hinge pin in place to
hold the door and insert the inner hinge
bolt.
5 Tighten the inner hinge bolt.
Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
2
1
Hinge Lever Latch
2
1
1
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Install the left refrigerator door after the right
door is installed.
1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is
inserted in the bottom of the door. Install
the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge
pin.
2 Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch
and slot it into place. Rotate the lever
clockwise and fasten the hinge.
Assembling the Left Refrigerator
Door
3 Connect all the wire harnesses.
2
1
Hinge Lever Latch
4 Push the water supply tube into the hole
on the top case and pull it through the
backplate.
5 Hold the water supply connection and
gently push in the collet to connect the
water supply line as shown in . Insert
the tube at least 5/8 inch (15 mm) into the
connector.
6 Position the cover in its place. Insert and
tighten the cover screws.
Collet
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NOTE
1) Gently insert the tube until only one
line shows on the tube.
(Correct)
(Incorrect)
2) Pull the tube to make sure that the
tube is tightly fastened.
Collet
Tube
Insert Line
Connecting the Water Line
Before You Begin
This water line installation is not covered by the
refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions
carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water
damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in
house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator
parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding.
Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer
before installing the water supply line to the
refrigerator.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power
switch is in the OFF (O) position.
CAUTION
Do not install the icemaker tubing in
areas where temperatures fall below
freezing.
CAUTION
To prevent burns and product damage,
only connect the refrigerator water line to
a cold water supply.
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CAUTION
Wear eye protection during installation
to prevent injury.
Water Pressure
The water pressure must be 20~120 psi or
138~827 kPa or 1.4~8.4 kgf/cm² on models
without a water filter and 40~120 psi or 276~827
kPa or 2.8~8.4 kgf/cm² on models with a water
filter.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to the cold water supply, this water
line installation is not covered by the refrigerator
warranty. Follow the instructions carefully to
minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to the cold water supply, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs
to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276~414 kPa or
2.8~4.2 kgf/cm², less than 2.0~3.0 sec. to fill a
cup of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity).
If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis
system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/
cm² (takes more than 4.0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz
or 198 cc capacity):
Check to see if the sediment filter in
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the reverse osmosis system is blocked.
Replace the filter if necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse
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osmosis system to refill after heavy
usage.
If the issue concerning water pressure
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from reverse osmosis remains, call a
licensed, qualified plumber.
All installations must be in accordance
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with local plumbing code requirements.
What You Will Need
Copper Tubing,
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connect the refrigerator to the water
supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing
are cut square.
To determine how
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much tubing you need:
measure the distance
from the water valve on the back of
the refrigerator to the water supply
pipe. Then, add 8 feet (2.4 m). Be sure
there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8
feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about
10 in. [25 cm] diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.
Power drill.
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½ in. or adjustable
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wrench.
Flat blade and Phillips
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head screwdrivers.
Two ¼ in. outer
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diameter compression
nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect the
copper tubing to the shutoff valve and
the refrigerator water valve.
NOTE
A self piercing saddle type water valve
should not be used.
If your existing copper water line has a
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flared fitting at the end, you will need
an adapter (available at plumbing supply
stores) to connect the water line to the
refrigerator OR you
can cut off the flared
fitting with a tube
cutter and then use a
compression fitting.
Shutoff valve
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water line. The shutoff valve should
have a water inlet with a minimum
inside diameter of 5/32 in. at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE.
Saddle-type shutoff valves are included
in many water
supply kits. Before
purchasing, make
sure a saddle-type
valve complies with
your local plumbing codes.
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NOTE
The hookup line cannot be white, plastic
tubing. Licensed plumbers must use
only copper tubing (NDA tubing #49595
or #49599) or Cross Link Polyethylene
(PEX) tubing.
Water Line Installation Instructions
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest
frequently used drinking water line.
1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the
pressure on the line.
2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for
the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to
connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When
it is necessary to connect
into a horizontal water
pipe, make the connection to the top or
side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid
drawing off any sediment from the water
pipe.
3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a ¼ in. hole in
the water pipe using
a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting
from drilling the hole
in the pipe. Be careful
not to allow water
to drain into the drill. Failure to drill a ¼ in.
hole may result in reduced ice production
or smaller cubes.
WARNING
When using any electrical device
(such as a power drill) during
installation, be sure the device is
battery powered, double insulated
or grounded in a manner that will
prevent the hazard of electric shock.
4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water
pipe with the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
NOTE
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered
to. Saddle valves are illegal and their use is
not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult
with your licensed plumber.
5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing
washer begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the clamp or
you may crush the tubing.
6 ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water
line and the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in
the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or
adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall
as possible.
Pipe Clamp
Clamp Screw
Washer
Inlet End
NOTE
Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of
about 10 in. diameter) to allow the
refrigerator to move out from the wall
after installation.
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7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule
(sleeve) for the copper tubing onto the
end of the tubing and connect it to the
shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is
fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the
compression nut securely.
8 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water
supply on and flush out
the tubing until the water
is clear.
Shut the water off at the
water valve after about
one quart of water has
been flushed through the tubing.
9 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTE: Before making the connection
to the refrigerator, be sure that the
refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the wall outlet.
a. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the
water valve.
b. Place the compression nut and ferrule
(sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as
shown.
c. Insert the end of the copper tubing into
the connection as far as possible. While
holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
Tubing Clamp ¼ in. Tubing
¼ in.
Compression
Nut
Refrigerator
Connection
Ferrule
(sleeve)
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
Compression
Nut
Ferrule (sleeve)
10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF
VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it
does not vibrate against the back of the
refrigerator or against the wall. Push the
refrigerator back to the wall.
12 START THE ICEMAKER
Turn the icemaker ON at the control panel.
The icemaker will not begin to operate
until it reaches its operating temperature
of 15°F (–9°C) or below. It will then begin
operation automatically if the icemaker has
been turned ON.
Turning On The Power
Plug in the refrigerator.
CAUTION
Check to see if leaks occur at the water
line connections.
CAUTION
Connect to a rated power outlet.
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Have a certified electrician check
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the wall outlet and wiring for proper
grounding.
Do not damage or cut off the ground
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terminal of the power plug.
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Door Alignment
If the floor is not flat, the door heights may
differ. In this case, use the following method
to adjust the difference.
Adjusting Door Height
Adjusting Fridge Door
Height
Height difference
Open the fridge door
and use a wrench to
rotate the door hinge
bolt as shown.
Fridge door
Freezer door
Adjusting Freezer
Door Height
Height difference
Open the freezer door
and use a wrench to
rotate the door hinge
bolt as shown.
Freezer door
Leveling
After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power
cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push
the refrigerator into the final position.
The refrigerator has two front leveling legs—
one on the right and one on the left. Adjust the
legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or side-
to-side. If the refrigerator seems unsteady, or
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust
the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions
below:
1 Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise
that side of the refrigerator or to the right
to lower it. It may take several turns of the
leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the
refrigerator.
2 Open both doors again and check to make
sure that they close easily. If the doors do
not close easily, tilt the refrigerator slightly
more to the rear by turning both leveling
legs to the left. It may take several more
turns, and you should turn both leveling
legs the same amount.
NOTE
A flare nut wrench works best, but an
open-end wrench will suffice.
Do not over-tighten.
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HOW TO USE
Before use
Clean the refrigerator.
Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during
shipping.
NOTE
Remove adhesive residue by wiping it off with your thumb or dish detergent.
CAUTION
Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that
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contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape
or adhesive from the refrigerator,.
Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical information
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on the rear surface of the refrigerator.
Connect the power supply.
Check if the power supply is connected before use.
Read the “Turning On The Power” section.
CAUTION
Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water
supply may cause the refrigerator to malfunction.
Turn off the icemaker if the refrigerator is not yet connected to the
water supply.
Turn off the automatic icemaker and then plug the power plug of the refrigerator
into the grounded electrical outlet.
* This is applicable only to certain models.
CAUTION
Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the
food to spoil, or a bad odor could linger inside the refrigerator.
Wait for the refrigerator to cool.
Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food in
it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling.
The refrigerator makes a loud noise after initial operation.
This is normal. The volume will decrease as the temperature lowers.
Open refrigerator and freezer doors to ventilate the interior.
The inside of the refrigerator may smell like plastic at first. Remove any adhesive
tape from inside the refrigerator and open the refrigerator and the freezer doors for
ventilation.
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Interior LED Display
Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
Interior Display Features
2 Lock
The Lock function disables every other button on
the display.
When power is initially connected to the
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refrigerator, the Lock function is off.
To activate the Lock function, press and
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hold the Lock button until the lock indicator
appears in the display. The other buttons are
now disabled.
To disable the Lock function, press and hold
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the Lock button for approximately three
seconds.
3 Auto Door
The right refrigerator door opens automatically
if you place a foot near the motion sensor at the
bottom of the door. This is convenient when you
have both hands full of groceries and need to
open the refrigerator door. To set the Auto Door
function, press the button repeatedly to toggle
between the ON, Sound Off, and OFF settings.
Using the Auto Door Function
When the Auto Door function is enabled, 1.
text is displayed on the floor near the motion
sensor.
1 Smart Grid / Connect
Smart Grid
Press the Smart Grid button to turn the Smart
Grid function On/Off. When the function is on,
the icon illuminates. The Smart Grid function
automatically turns on when the refrigerator
is connected to the Wi-Fi network. When the
refrigerator is responding to a Demand Response
(DR) message from the electric company, the
Grid text illuminates.
Connect
The Connect button, when used with the LG
Electronics Smart Refrigerator smart phone app,
allows the refrigerator to connect to your home’s
Wi-Fi network. Refer to the
Smart Features
section
for information on the initial setup of the
application. The Connect icon indicates the status
of the refrigerator’s network connection. When
the refrigerator is connected to the network, the
Connect icon is illuminated. Press and hold the
Connect button for 3 seconds to connect to the
network. The icon will blink while the connection
is being made, then turn on once the connection
is successfully made. To disconnect, press and
hold the button again.
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4 Auto Drawer
When Auto Drawer is enabled, the freezer
drawers automatically open when the freezer
door is opened. The drawers automatically close
when the freezer door is closed.
Setting the Auto Drawer Function
Press Auto Drawer to activate or deactivate the
function. When the function is activated, an icon
appears on the display.
Using Auto Drawer
Open the freezer door at least 85 degrees to
automatically open the drawers. Slowly close the
door to automatically close the drawers.
5 Refrigerator/Door Alarm
Refrigerator
Indicates the set temperature of the
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refrigerator compartment in Celsius (°C) or
Fahrenheit (°F). The refrigerator temperature
control ranges from 30°F to 46°F (1°C to 8°C).
The recommended temperature setting for the
refrigerator compartment is 37°F (3°C).
2. Pass one foot in front of the motion sensor
and step on the displayed text. The right
door opens. If the door opens less than 20
degrees and is not opened further, it will
close automatically after 3 seconds.
CAUTION
Do not use excessive force to push or
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pull the freezer drawers.
Do not slam the freezer door shut
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while the drawers are open.
Failure to follow these warnings may
result in personal injury or damage to
the product.
NOTE
The displayed text may not
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be readable on some flooring
materials, but this will not affect
the performance of the Auto Door
function.
If flooring material is highly reflective
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(metal, glass tile), the motion sensor
may malfunction and the Auto Door
function may not work properly.
Reflective objects placed in front of
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the motion sensor may cause the text
to display, but the text disappears if
no movement is detected.
NOTE
Disable the Auto Door function if you
have young children or people lacking
in cognitive ability in the home.
They could be injured if the door opens
unexpectedly while they are nearby.
More than 85°
CAUTION
Place a foot close enough to the sensor
that the text appears on top of the foot,
not just on the toes.
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Door Alarm
The door alarm sounds when a refrigerator
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or freezer door is left open for more than 60
seconds.
To stop the alarm, close the doors.
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The door alarm is enabled by default. To disable
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the door alarm, press and hold Door Alarm for
three seconds.
6 Freezer
Indicates the set temperature of the freezer
compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).
The freezer temperature control ranges from
-6°F to 8°F (-21°C to -13°C). The recommended
temperature setting for the freezer compartment
is 0°F (-18°C).
To change the temperature mode from °F to °C
(or vice versa) press and hold the Refrigerator
and Freezer temperature buttons simultaneously
for approximately five seconds. The temperature
indication on the display window switches
between Celsius and Fahrenheit.
7 Fresh Filter
The Fresh Air Filter helps remove odors from the
refrigerator. The Fresh Air Filter has two settings,
Auto and Power(PWR). In Auto mode, the Fresh
Air Filter will cycle on and off in increments of
ten minutes on and 110 minutes off. If set to the
Power(PWR) mode, the Fresh Air Filter will stay
on continuously for four hours, cycling on and off
in increments of ten minutes on and five minutes
off. After four hours, the Fresh Air Filter will
switch back to Auto mode.
Press the Fresh Air Filter button once for
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Power(PWR) mode.
Press the Fresh Air Filter button again to
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switch back to Auto mode.
8 Ice Plus
This function increases both ice making and
freezing capabilities.
Press Ice Plus to illuminate the icon in the
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display and activate the function for 24 hours.
After 24 hours, the icon and the function
automatically turn off.
To deactivate the function manually, press Ice
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Plus again.
9 Display
The display indicates the current status of the
refrigerator. Press any button to display the
current setting for that function.
NOTE
The displayed temperature is the target
temperature, and not the actual temperature
of the refrigerator. The actual refrigerator
temperature depends on the food inside the
refrigerator.
To turn the interior display on, open a
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refrigerator or freezer door or knock twice
on the Knock-On Door-in-Door to activate
the interior LED
The interior display turns off automatically
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five seconds after all the doors are closed or
five seconds after you have knocked twice
on the Knock-On Door-in-Door to turn off the
LED.
The interior display buttons operate using
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static electricity. Wear gloves while cleaning
to avoid activating button functions.
Keep the display clean and free from foreign
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substances. Skin must contact the buttons
directly for them to properly function.
Wipe any moisture off the display before
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using it. Moisture on the display may
interfere with the functioning of the buttons.
Using the Interior Display
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Smart Features
To use the Smart Features on your refrigerator, you will need the following devices and apps:
1. a wireless router and home Wi-Fi network
2. the LG Smart Grid refrigerator
3. an Android-based smart phone
4. the LG Smart Refrigerator app from the Google Play Store.
Setting Up the Smart App and Connecting the Refrigerator
1 Create an account at Smart ThinQ.
https://us.smartthinq.com/
You will use the ID and password from this
account in the smart phone application.
2 Download the smart phone app from the
Google Play Store. (LG Smart Refrigerator
app)
3 In the app, select the Smart Model.
4 Log in to the app using the Smart ThinQ ID
and password created in step 1.
5 When prompted, select the Non Touch
Screen Model.
6 Choose your home wireless router
from the list of routers in the app. Your
refrigerator and smart phone must both be
connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
7 If necessary, enter the password for your
router and click the connect button in the
app.
8 Make sure the refrigerator display is active
by pressing any button. Press and hold the
Smart Grid button on the refrigerator for
three seconds. The Connect LED should
blink while the connection is being made.
9 The app will automatically go through the
process of registering your product on
the network, using the information you’ve
provided. This may take some time, and
the Connect LED will continue to blink
during this process. After the registration
process is completed, a message is
displayed and the app will proceed to the
Home screen.
10 Check that the Connect LED is illuminated
to confirm that the Wi-Fi network is
connected. You can now use the app
to control the Smart Features on your
refrigerator.
NOTE
To use the Smart Grid feature, you must also register for the Smart Grid (Demand Response)
service with your local electric utility company. The company must provide Demand Response
service.
NOTE
You must connect the refrigerator to the
internet using a wireless router on your
home network. Tethering to a mobile phone,
hotspot, or an unsecured network, for
example, will cause unstable functionality.
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LG Smart Refrigerator App - What’s
Included
Food Manager
Allows you to keep track of items in your
refrigerator and freezer, so you can be alerted
when they are near their use-by dates, generate
grocery lists, and link to related recipes.
Recipes
Features recipes from the Food Channel,
searchable by ingredient, course, cuisine, total
time required, and the food in your refrigerator
(if entered in the Food Manager). Automatically
makes grocery lists from chosen recipes.
Grocery
Makes and manages grocery lists from items in
your refrigerator or recipes.
Refrigerator Manager
Allows you to control the refrigerator and freezer
temperature settings, air filter, water filter, Ice
Plus, Smart Saving, and Energy Monitoring from
your smart phone.
Smart Diagnosis
Allows you to diagnose and troubleshoot
problems with your refrigerator.
Settings
Allows you to set various options on the
refrigerator and in the app.
Smart Grid Function
When the refrigerator operates in Smart Grid
mode, the Smart Refrigerator function can control
energy usage or delay the operation of some
functions to save energy during peak usage
periods.
You can override the Smart Grid function
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at any time (using the Smart Grid button or
application).
To use the Smart Grid function, you need to
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register your appliance with your electric utility
company.
Using the Smart Grid Function
This feature responds to notification events
from your utility company to run high energy-
consuming tasks during off-peak periods when
demand is lower. These notification events are
known as Demand Response signals.
If the refrigerator receives a Demand Response
signal from the utility company, the refrigerator
will turn on the Grid LED on the refrigerator
display and control its power consumption
according to the signal.
The refrigerator will respond to the signals
received from the utility company as long as
product performance is maintained.
If the refrigerator receives a Demand Response
signal, the refrigerator will operate in Delay
Appliance Load (DAL) or Temporary Appliance
Load Reduction (TALR) mode.
Delay Appliance Load (DAL): The refrigerator
responds to a DAL signal by providing a moderate
load reduction for the duration of the delay period.
This mode controls functions that consume a lot
of energy such as adjusting the cooling system,
running the defrost cycle, and making ice.
- When the refrigerator operates in DAL mode,
the Grid LED is illuminated on the refrigerator
display.
- DAL mode is automatically deactivated after it
lasts for the amount of time stipulated by the
DAL signal (max. 4 hours) or when you override
the Smart Grid function.
Temporary Appliance Load Reduction (TALR) :
The refrigerator responds to a TALR signal by
aggressively reducing the load for a short time
period, typically 10 minutes. This mode reduces
energy consumption by stopping the compressor
and controlling the functions that consume a lot
of energy such as the defrost cycle and fan.
- When the refrigerator operates in TALR mode,
the Grid LED is illuminated on the refrigerator
display.
- TALR mode is automatically deactivated after it
lasts for the received duration (max. 10 minutes),
or when you override the Smart Grid function.
The mode is immediately deactivated and the
refrigerator returns to its normal state when the
door is opened or closed, or the dispenser is
used.
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Smart Features (continued)
Override Smart Grid Mode
If you want the refrigerator to ignore the Demand
Response signal from the utility company, you
can override the Smart Grid function by pushing
the Smart Grid button while the refrigerator is in
Smart Grid mode.
When you override the Smart Grid function, the
refrigerator ignores the Demand Response signal
and is no longer controlled by the utility company
until the next Demand Response signal is sent.
You can also override the Smart Grid function
using the smart phone app.
Open API
LG Open API
You can manage Smart Grid features for the LG
Smart Refrigerator.
Please check the detailed specifications on the
notice page on us.smartthinq.com.
API list :
Demand response
- Send demand response signal
Power saving
- Set saving mode
- Get schedule of DR/Delay Defrost
Energy monitoring
- Get setting temperature
- Get door open event
- Get energy consumption
Delay defrost capability
- Insert a delay defrost schedule event
- Update a delay defrost schedule event
- Delete a delay defrost schedule event
- Get the delay defrost schedule
Smart Grid Application Features
1 Smart Saving_Demand Response
You can lower energy usage based on
Demand Response (DR) signals from the
utility company.
If the refrigerator is operating in Smart
Saving mode according to the DR signal,
you can see a pop up.
Smart Saving_Delay Defrost
Lower energy usage based on time period.
2 Energy monitoring
The refrigerator can check number of door
openings and power consumption.
3 Remote Control
You can control the Refrigerator
Temperature, Fresh Air Filter and Ice Plus
from the smart phone app.
4 Push messages.
- When the door is open over ten minutes,
you will receive a push message.
- When Ice Plus is finished, you will receive
a push message.
Open Source Software Notice
Information
To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL,
and other open source licenses, that is contained
in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.
com. In addition to the source code, all referred
license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright
notices are available for download.
LG Electronics will also provide open source
code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering
the cost of performing such distribution (such as
the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon
email request to opensource@lge.com. This offer
is valid for three (3) years from the date on which
you purchased the product.
Wireless module (LCW-003) Specifications
Frequency Range 2412~2462 MHz
Output Power
(max.)
IEEE 802.11 b : 14 dBm
IEEE 802.11 g : 15 dBm
IEEE 802.11 n : 14 dBm
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FCC Notice (For transmitter module
contained in this product)
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment
and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1) this device may not cause harmful interference
and
2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Any changes or modifications in construction of
this device which are not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This transmitter must not be co-
located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20 cm (7.8 inches)
between the antenna and your body. Users must
follow the specific operating instructions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Industry Canada Statement (For
transmitter module contained in this
product)
This device complies with Industry Canada’s
licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference; and
2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance 20 cm
(7.8 inches) between the antenna & your body.
NOTE
The manufacturer is not responsible
for any radio or TV interference caused
by unauthorized modifications to this
equipment. Such modifications could
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.