Owner's Manual
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... 9 Handle Removal 9 Refrigerator Door and Freezer Drawer Removal ..10 Light Replacement 16 Connecting the Water Supply 17 Connecting the Water Lines 18 Leveling the Refrigerator Doors 19 Starting 20 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features 21 The LED Display 22 Adjusting the Temperatures and Display 23 Operating the Dispenser 24 Setting the Functions 25 Spaceplus Ice System 26 Automatic Icemaker 27 Storing Foods 28 Location of reliable service. Your new LG French Door Refrigerator combines advanced cooling technology with many years of Foods 29 Shelf Height Adjustment 30 Removing...
... 9 Handle Removal 9 Refrigerator Door and Freezer Drawer Removal ..10 Light Replacement 16 Connecting the Water Supply 17 Connecting the Water Lines 18 Leveling the Refrigerator Doors 19 Starting 20 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features 21 The LED Display 22 Adjusting the Temperatures and Display 23 Operating the Dispenser 24 Setting the Functions 25 Spaceplus Ice System 26 Automatic Icemaker 27 Storing Foods 28 Location of reliable service. Your new LG French Door Refrigerator combines advanced cooling technology with many years of Foods 29 Shelf Height Adjustment 30 Removing...
Owner's Manual
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...; Unstable installation may cause vibration and noise. wCAUTION Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight, or moisture. If the temperature around the appliance is too low or too high, cooling ability may result in an area where the temperature is not even, make the refrigerator level by rotating the height adjusting screws. • Properly ground the refrigerator to open the doors.
...; Unstable installation may cause vibration and noise. wCAUTION Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight, or moisture. If the temperature around the appliance is too low or too high, cooling ability may result in an area where the temperature is not even, make the refrigerator level by rotating the height adjusting screws. • Properly ground the refrigerator to open the doors.
Owner's Manual
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...-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. saddle valve which is used as a water pressure regulator. • The icemaker needs to be adhered to refill after heavy usage. • If the issue about water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Follow next instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. • If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, This water line installation...
...-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. saddle valve which is used as a water pressure regulator. • The icemaker needs to be adhered to refill after heavy usage. • If the issue about water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Follow next instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. • If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, This water line installation...
Owner's Manual
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... the pipe clamp. Tubing Clamp 1/4" Tubing • Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as shown below. IMPORTANT: Tighten any connections that leak. Refrigerator Connection • Remove the plastic flexible cap from the connection on the lower left rear of 15°F (-9°C). It will need, measure from the water valve. • Set the icemaker switch to the ON position...
... the pipe clamp. Tubing Clamp 1/4" Tubing • Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as shown below. IMPORTANT: Tighten any connections that leak. Refrigerator Connection • Remove the plastic flexible cap from the connection on the lower left rear of 15°F (-9°C). It will need, measure from the water valve. • Set the icemaker switch to the ON position...
Owner's Manual
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... careful when you work with two fresh food doors. Leveling After installing, secure the product with the LEGS so it with the 'Adjust' to the floor to install and use. 19 If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you will have to exert slight pressure on the doors to side. Remove the kick plate screws and then the kick plate. • Open the Freezer Drawer...
... careful when you work with two fresh food doors. Leveling After installing, secure the product with the LEGS so it with the 'Adjust' to the floor to install and use. 19 If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you will have to exert slight pressure on the doors to side. Remove the kick plate screws and then the kick plate. • Open the Freezer Drawer...
Owner's Manual
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... the Energy Saving mode. 4 6 LIGHT/FILTER BUTTON The LIGHT/FILTER button controls the lamp in the refrigerator compartment. NOTE: The shape of the dispenser. 21 ENGLISH CONTROL PANEL FEATURES For complete details on the control panel, including operation of the buttons may not match your model. 1 LED DISPLAY The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status messages. 2 ICE TYPE BUTTON The ICE TYPE button is used to select Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice. 3 FREEZER BUTTON Press the FREEZER button to adjust the temperature in...
... the Energy Saving mode. 4 6 LIGHT/FILTER BUTTON The LIGHT/FILTER button controls the lamp in the refrigerator compartment. NOTE: The shape of the dispenser. 21 ENGLISH CONTROL PANEL FEATURES For complete details on the control panel, including operation of the buttons may not match your model. 1 LED DISPLAY The LED display shows the temperature settings, dispenser options, water filter, door alarm, and locking status messages. 2 ICE TYPE BUTTON The ICE TYPE button is used to select Cubed Ice or Crushed Ice. 3 FREEZER BUTTON Press the FREEZER button to adjust the temperature in...
Owner's Manual
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... water filter has been replaced. ACTIVATING ENERGY SAVING Press the ICE PLUS/ENERGY SAVING button for at the coldest setting for a 24-hour period to increase icemaking by up to reduce excess moisture on the refrigerator may be replaced when the indicator light on the display panel will appear in the display. Press and hold again for 3 seconds to activate and deactivate the door alarm function. Press the ALARM...
... water filter has been replaced. ACTIVATING ENERGY SAVING Press the ICE PLUS/ENERGY SAVING button for at the coldest setting for a 24-hour period to increase icemaking by up to reduce excess moisture on the refrigerator may be replaced when the indicator light on the display panel will appear in the display. Press and hold again for 3 seconds to activate and deactivate the door alarm function. Press the ALARM...
Owner's Manual
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.... Remove the frost that is used for a long time. • Never store beverage cans or other foods in the ice. • Dispense ice into a glass before filling it with a water filter to make normal amount and size of door openings, freezer load, and other beverages. To turn off the automatic icemaker, set the switch to ON (I). • The water pressure must be 20 and 120psi on models without a water filter and...
.... Remove the frost that is used for a long time. • Never store beverage cans or other foods in the ice. • Dispense ice into a glass before filling it with a water filter to make normal amount and size of door openings, freezer load, and other beverages. To turn off the automatic icemaker, set the switch to ON (I). • The water pressure must be 20 and 120psi on models without a water filter and...
Owner's Manual
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... purchase replacement water filter cartridges, visit your local appliance dealer or parts distributor. ENGLISH REPLACING THE WATER FILTER (CONT.) 2. Check the filter for at least 3 seconds. You must use (flush for approximately 5 minutes). The icemaker will click back into the manifold hole until it stops. 2 Firmly lock in the cartridge. The cover will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug inserted in the horizontal position, push the new filter cartridge...
... purchase replacement water filter cartridges, visit your local appliance dealer or parts distributor. ENGLISH REPLACING THE WATER FILTER (CONT.) 2. Check the filter for at least 3 seconds. You must use (flush for approximately 5 minutes). The icemaker will click back into the manifold hole until it stops. 2 Firmly lock in the cartridge. The cover will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug inserted in the horizontal position, push the new filter cartridge...
Owner's Manual
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.... Drain filter when temperatures drop below 40°F (4.4°C). • The disposable filter cartridge must be used on hot water supply lines. Systems certified for LG®Electronics by CUNO Incorporated 400 Research Parkway Meriden, CT 06450 U.S.A Worldwide: 203-237-5541 www.cuno.com 39 Note: While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may occur. The maximum operating water temperature...
.... Drain filter when temperatures drop below 40°F (4.4°C). • The disposable filter cartridge must be used on hot water supply lines. Systems certified for LG®Electronics by CUNO Incorporated 400 Research Parkway Meriden, CT 06450 U.S.A Worldwide: 203-237-5541 www.cuno.com 39 Note: While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may occur. The maximum operating water temperature...
Owner's Manual
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... the temperature constant. • Adjust the freezer control to maintain desired temperatures. Keep food and containers from blocking the door. • Adjust the refrigerator control to a warmer setting. 41 Check house lights. • This is satisfactory. • Adjust the refrigerator control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is normal for service, review this appliance. The defrost cycle occurs periodically. • Make sure the plug is satisfactory. • Clean or change the gasket. Open the door less...
... the temperature constant. • Adjust the freezer control to maintain desired temperatures. Keep food and containers from blocking the door. • Adjust the refrigerator control to a warmer setting. 41 Check house lights. • This is satisfactory. • Adjust the refrigerator control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is normal for service, review this appliance. The defrost cycle occurs periodically. • Make sure the plug is satisfactory. • Clean or change the gasket. Open the door less...
Owner's Manual
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... FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Food stored in refrigerator drawers freezes. • Refrigerator control is set too cold. • Adjust the refrigerator to a colder setting. Vibrating or rattling noise. • Floor is normal. • Close the door. • Open the door less often. Open the door less often. • Close the door completely. • Wait until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. • Warm air enters the refrigerator/freezer whenever the door is opened too...
... FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Food stored in refrigerator drawers freezes. • Refrigerator control is set too cold. • Adjust the refrigerator to a colder setting. Vibrating or rattling noise. • Floor is normal. • Close the door. • Open the door less often. Open the door less often. • Close the door completely. • Wait until the freezer or refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. • Warm air enters the refrigerator/freezer whenever the door is opened too...
Owner's Manual
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... open slightly. • Refrigerator is dirty. ENGLISH BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Moisture forms on the dispenser. • Moisture may vary according to the location of the refrigerator. Sound of the drawer. • The drawer track is not level. The refrigerator rocks on top of water trickling. • The icemaker is being supplied with water. • This sound is normally made ice...
... open slightly. • Refrigerator is dirty. ENGLISH BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (CONT.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Moisture forms on the dispenser. • Moisture may vary according to the location of the refrigerator. Sound of the drawer. • The drawer track is not level. The refrigerator rocks on top of water trickling. • The icemaker is being supplied with water. • This sound is normally made ice...
Owner's Manual
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...; New installation. • Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve is not turned on. • Reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply. • Kink in the water source line. • Large amount of ice recently has been removed. • The icemaker is not turned on. • There is Something on the Ice-detecting sensor. • The temperature setting is too warm on Freezer. • The doors are opened...
...; New installation. • Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve is not turned on. • Reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply. • Kink in the water source line. • Large amount of ice recently has been removed. • The icemaker is not turned on. • There is Something on the Ice-detecting sensor. • The temperature setting is too warm on Freezer. • The doors are opened...
Owner's Manual
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... dispenser should dispense ice. • Infrequent use of the control panel to cool completely. • The unit has its own water tank inside. If cubed ice dispenses correctly, press the button for the water supply to see if the lock is engaged. At least 6 hours are , break up or shaking the bin to separate them up the ice cubes by the current ice maker. • Change the ice button from properly dispensing...
... dispenser should dispense ice. • Infrequent use of the control panel to cool completely. • The unit has its own water tank inside. If cubed ice dispenses correctly, press the button for the water supply to see if the lock is engaged. At least 6 hours are , break up or shaking the bin to separate them up the ice cubes by the current ice maker. • Change the ice button from properly dispensing...
Owner's Manual
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... filter or reverse osmosis system is used. • The display is not set properly for normal operation of water dispenser. • Look on usage. If locked, it will not dispense. Water is never dispensed. • Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. • The water pressure to be changed . • Flush and fill the water system. • If any door is not closed completely. • Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply...
... filter or reverse osmosis system is used. • The display is not set properly for normal operation of water dispenser. • Look on usage. If locked, it will not dispense. Water is never dispensed. • Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. • The water pressure to be changed . • Flush and fill the water system. • If any door is not closed completely. • Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply...
Owner's Manual
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... originally included with removal of light bulbs, filters, or any display, open box, discounted, or refurbished product. 11. Costs associated with this limited warranty. The removal and reinstallation of the product if it is not installed in other parts besidesÄthose that vary from the menu, or visit our website at its option repair or replace the product. Shelves, door bins, drawers, handles, accessories, and other...
... originally included with removal of light bulbs, filters, or any display, open box, discounted, or refurbished product. 11. Costs associated with this limited warranty. The removal and reinstallation of the product if it is not installed in other parts besidesÄthose that vary from the menu, or visit our website at its option repair or replace the product. Shelves, door bins, drawers, handles, accessories, and other...
Owner's Manual
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... care and installation guides or operating the unit in the use during power failures and interruptions or inadequate electrical service. 3. Model and Serial numbers, along with removal of the Product from the date of original retail purchase Part only (Consumer will be charged for labor) Noises associated with original serial numbers that have other than its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of this warranty...
... care and installation guides or operating the unit in the use during power failures and interruptions or inadequate electrical service. 3. Model and Serial numbers, along with removal of the Product from the date of original retail purchase Part only (Consumer will be charged for labor) Noises associated with original serial numbers that have other than its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of this warranty...
Specification
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... Shelf • Full Width, Temperature-Controlled Glide N' Serve™ Drawer • 2 Humidity Crispers/1 Bonus Drawer • 6 Door Baskets (2 Adjustable Gallon Size) and Dairy Corner • Freezer Drawer with 2 DuraBase™ Plastic Drawers inside PERFORMANCE • Energy Star/CEE Tier 2, uses 25% Less Energy than Federal Standards • Linear Compressor for Better Energy, Quiet Operation, and Durability • Fully Integrated Tall Ice & Water Dispenser • Premium Water Filtration System • Multi-Air Flow Cooling • Electronic Temperature Controls...
... Shelf • Full Width, Temperature-Controlled Glide N' Serve™ Drawer • 2 Humidity Crispers/1 Bonus Drawer • 6 Door Baskets (2 Adjustable Gallon Size) and Dairy Corner • Freezer Drawer with 2 DuraBase™ Plastic Drawers inside PERFORMANCE • Energy Star/CEE Tier 2, uses 25% Less Energy than Federal Standards • Linear Compressor for Better Energy, Quiet Operation, and Durability • Fully Integrated Tall Ice & Water Dispenser • Premium Water Filtration System • Multi-Air Flow Cooling • Electronic Temperature Controls...
Specification
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...07/01/10 REFRIGERATOR LFX28978 CAPACITY Refrigerator Freezer Total FEATURES Energy Rating Freezer Door Type External Ice & Water Dispenser Water Filtration System Multi-Air Flow Cooling Display Temperature Controls Temperature Sensors LoDecibel™ Operation Door Alarm REFRIGERATOR No. Carton Dimensions (WxHxD) 38" x 73" x 38" WARRANTY 1 Year Parts and Labor, 7 Years on the Sealed System, 10 Years on Linear Compressor UPC CODES LFX28978SW Smooth White 048231 783217 LFX28978SB Smooth Black 048231 783194 LFX28978ST Stainless Steel 048231 783200 www.LG.com LG Electronics...
...07/01/10 REFRIGERATOR LFX28978 CAPACITY Refrigerator Freezer Total FEATURES Energy Rating Freezer Door Type External Ice & Water Dispenser Water Filtration System Multi-Air Flow Cooling Display Temperature Controls Temperature Sensors LoDecibel™ Operation Door Alarm REFRIGERATOR No. Carton Dimensions (WxHxD) 38" x 73" x 38" WARRANTY 1 Year Parts and Labor, 7 Years on the Sealed System, 10 Years on Linear Compressor UPC CODES LFX28978SW Smooth White 048231 783217 LFX28978SB Smooth Black 048231 783194 LFX28978ST Stainless Steel 048231 783200 www.LG.com LG Electronics...
