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LG GK-B405PL Owner'S Manual Download Page 10

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PRODUCT FEATURES

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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 in 30 second intervals until it is closed.

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°.)

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Summary of Contents for GK-B405PL

Page 1: ...oughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times OWNER S MANUAL EN ENGLISH GK B405PL www lg com Copyright 2019 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved REFRIGERATOR FREEZER MFL67704811 Rev 01_030519 ...

Page 2: ...otes for Installation 12 Dimensions and Clearances 13 Ambient Temperature 13 Leveling 14 OPERATION 15 Before use 15 Parts and Functions Applicable to some models only 16 Control Panel Applicable to some models only 18 Notes for Operation 21 Storing Food 22 Recycling the Fresh Air Filter of the top compartments 25 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves 26 CustomChill Drawer 27 SMART FUNCTIONS 28 Using ...

Page 3: ...th CAUTION This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage to the product IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of explosion fire death electric shock injury or scalding to persons when using this product follow basic precautions including the following Technical Safety This appliance is not intended for use by persons including ch...

Page 4: ...nances Do not plug the appliance into a multi socket adapter which does not have a power cable mounted The appliance should be connected to a dedicated power line which is separately fused Do not use a multi outlet power board when connecting this appliance it should be plugged into a single outlet wall socket Install the appliance in a place where is easy to unplug the power plug of the appliance...

Page 5: ...in the appliance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures Consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person before disposing of them This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications only ...

Page 6: ...m in which the appliance is used should correspond to the amount of refrigerant used The room must be 1 m in size for every 8 g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance When positioning the appliance ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged Do not locate multiple portable socket outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance Children in the Household If the appliance is e...

Page 7: ...stances flammable objects such candles lamps etc or heating devices such as stoves heaters etc on the appliance If there is a gas leakage isobutane propane natural gas etc do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately This appliance uses a refrigerant gas isobutane R600a Although it uses a small amount of the gas it is still combustible gas Gas leakage during applianc...

Page 8: ...es cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble repair or modify the appliance Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a candle inside to...

Page 9: ...ling on the power cable or water hose Do not open or close the appliance door with excessive force If the hinge of the appliance door is damaged or operates improperly stop using the appliance and contact an authorized service centre Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold They may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes Never eat frozen foods immediately aft...

Page 10: ...nctioning 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 in 30 second intervals until it is closed 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 ...

Page 11: ...Manual Kimchi storage contaner 1 AKC67523415 11 7L Kimchi storage contaner 2 AKC67523721 11 3L Kimchi storage contaner 3 AKC67523722 17 1L The appearance or components of the appliance may differ from model to model INSTALLATION ...

Page 12: ...d back on again Notes for Installation Install the appliance on a solid and flat area If the appliance is installed on an uneven floor it can cause vibration and noise causing the appliance to fall resulting in injury It could also cause the doors not to close correctly and introduce moisture inside the unit during operation If the appliance front or rear is not level adjust the front feet so that...

Page 13: ...erature The appliance is designed to operate within a limited range of ambient temperatures depending on the climate zone Do not use the appliance at a temperature exceeding the limit The internal temperatures could be affected by the location of the appliance the ambient temperature the frequency of door opening and so on The climate class can be found on the rating label Climate Class Ambient Te...

Page 14: ...or is uneven level the refrigerator to avoid noise and vibration CAUTION Adjust the front leveling feet so they are lower than the wheels The weight of the refrigerator must rest on the feet not the wheels to avoid risk of movement of tipover Using Screwdriver To level the refrigerator use a screwdriver to turn the leveling feet until they are in firm contact with the floor The front of the refrig...

Page 15: ... the Turning On The Power section Your plug type might be different from the picture Wait for the refrigerator to cool Allow your refrigerator to run for at least three to four hours before putting food in it Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling Caution Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the food to spoil or a bad odor could ...

Page 16: ...es are included for your convenience The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model Parts and Functions Applicable to some models only 1 LED Display Displays the refrigerator and freezer s target temperature and CustomChill settings 2 Top 3 Middle 4 Bottom 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 17: ...17 EN 1 Flap up Cover 2 Shelf 3 Shelf Basket 4 Multi Basket 5 Smart Diagnosis 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 18: ...urns off The Middle Bottom turns off The Top Middle Bottom turns off The Top Middle Bottom turns on CAUTION Please note that the Middle Bottom are turned off at the same time Any food left in a turned off compartment may be damaged 5 Fresh Air Filter This sets the Fresh Air Filter 6 Wi Fi This sets the refrigerator to connect to your home s Wi Fi network 7 Lock This locks the buttons on the contro...

Page 19: ...Kimchi M H L Fridge M H L Freezer Fer Com Middle Kimchi M H L Produce M H L Meat Fish Kimchi Fer Com Bottom Kimchi M H L Vege Fruit M H L Rice Grain Storage Fast Chill Fer Com Fermentation This function detects the external temperature and then ripens Kimchi Select another function if you wish to cancel Fer If you set the Ripen function Fer will be turned on Once Ripen has been completed Fer Com w...

Page 20: ...zes changes in taste in order to store Kimchi for a long time Fast Chill Use this setting to store commercially prepared kimchi Kimchi purchased in a store has already been fermented so it is best to cool it as rapidly as possible Fresh Air Filter This is the function to quickly circulate the air inside the refrigerator for deodorization inside the refrigerator Wi Fi The Wi Fi button when used wit...

Page 21: ... slightly ajar to prevent mold from growing in the appliance Note The 2 star section basket or drawer can be used to store ice and food from 12 C to 18 C for short periods When using the top compartment as a freezer setting that compartment becomes a 2 star section optional Suggestion for Energy Saving Ensure there is sufficient space between stored foods This allows cold air to be circulated even...

Page 22: ...hey may freeze due to the lower temperature In the event of a blackout call the electricity company and ask how long it is going to last You should avoid door openings while the power is off When the power supply gets back to normal check the condition of the food Maximum Storage To get better air circulation insert all Kimchi Storage Containers If large quantities of food are to be stored all the...

Page 23: ...cts to the bottom of the container The appearance of kimchi containers may vary by model A Guide to Kimchi The first step in fermenting kimchi is salt pickling The salt reacts with enzymes in the cabbage to break down proteins and begin fermentation immediately This process continues even at cold temperatures Traditionally kimchi was allowed to ferment slowly during the cold winter weather The tas...

Page 24: ...wrap or a layer of cabbage leaves before storing it to prevent yeast from forming Store vegetables or fruits in the designated container Some vegetables and fruits are damaged by cold air For best results don t wash vegetables before storing them Do not refrigerate tropical fruits like bananas or pineapples which are damaged by cold temperatures Allow hot food to cool to room temperature before re...

Page 25: ...hile kimchi is fermenting Allowing the warmer outside air in during fermentation can affect the taste of the kimchi Getting Rid of Food Odors Cover open food containers with plastic wrap before storing to prevent transfer of odors inside the refrigerator After installation allow the refrigerator to cool completely before storing food Food may spoil and cause odors to linger if it is stored before ...

Page 26: ...the upper 3rd layer basket lift the basket up slightly and pull it out When reinserting the basket align it with the grooves at both ends and push it inside Remove all content inside the baskets before removing it from the refrigerator When removing the shelf remove all content on it pull the basket all the way out hold the front of th e shelf with both hands lift it up at an angle and pull it out...

Page 27: ...r at the upper compartment The Bottom Drawer 1 Open the drawer completely 2 Pull up the drawer slightly and pull it out When you hear the knocking sound the drawer will no longer be pulled or pushed 3 Remove the Bottom drawer by lifting it with full power as shown in the figure When reinserting the basket insert the drawer to the refrig erator and lift the left roller of the drawer to align and pu...

Page 28: ...on If the appliance is having trouble connecting to the Wi Fi network it may be too far from the router Purchase a Wi Fi repeater range extender to improve the Wi Fi signal strength The Wi Fi connection may not connect or may be interrupted because of the home network environment The network connection may not work properly depending on the Internet service provider The surrounding wireless enviro...

Page 29: ...rigerator s network connection The icon illuminates when the refrigerator is connected to the Wi Fi network Initial Appliance Registration Run the LG SmartThinQ application and follow the instructions in the application to register the appliance Re registering the Appliance or Registering Another User Press and hold the Wi Fi button for 3 seconds to temporarily turn it off Run the LG SmartThinQ ap...

Page 30: ...Diagnosis NOTE Position the phone so that its microphone is aligned with the speaker hole The Smart Diagnosis sound is generated after around three seconds Do not take the phone off the speaker hole while the data is transmitted Hold the phone to the upper right speaker hole and wait while the data is transmitted The data transfer sound may be harsh to the ear while the Smart Diagnosis data is bei...

Page 31: ...s and stains should be cleaned as they can compromise storage ability of the basket and could even be damaged After cleaning check if the power cable is damaged warm or improperly plugged Keep the air vents on the exterior of the appliance clean Blocked air vents can cause fire or appliance damage Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection Do not wax plastic parts Wax pai...

Page 32: ... cleaners Strong alkaline solutions industrial detergent bleach containing detergent Flammable or toxic cleaning liquids on any surface Do not use Hot water to clean the interior or any interior parts of the unit when they are cold Inside Walls allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick To help remove odors you can wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and war...

Page 33: ...r a heat generating object such as cooking oven or heater Check the installation area and reinstall it away from heat generating objects Did you store hot food without cooling it first Cool the hot food first before putting it inside the fridge or freezer Did you put in too much food Maintain an appropriate space between food Are the appliance doors completely closed Completely close the door and ...

Page 34: ...rong smells in sealed containers Is the Kimchi container cover open Completely close the Kimchi container cover The inside lamp in the appliance does not turn on Does the inside lamp in the appliance turn off It is hard for customers to replace the inside lamp in the appliance as they are not serviceable If the inside lamp does not turn on please contact the LG Electronics customer information cen...

Page 35: ...y cloth Did you put warm or moist food inside without sealing it in a container Store food in a covered or sealed container Frost is formed in the compartment set to Freeze Doors may not be closed properly Check if the food item inside the appliance is blocking the door and make sure that the door is tightly closed Did you store hot food without cooling it first Cool the hot food first before putt...

Page 36: ...You may feel it particularly hot right after the appliance is installed or during the summer You can be assured that this is not a problem and is quite normal The bottom side of the product is warm or there is warm air coming from the back Did you install the product not too long ago Right after installation the compressor will operate very hard to cool it down quickly So you can expect warmth or ...

Page 37: ...on Air is being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan Normal Operation Gurgling nosies Refrigerant flowing through the cooling system Normal Operation Popping nosies Contraction and expansion of the inside walls due to changes in temperature Normal Operation Vibrating If the side or back of the appliance is touching a cabinet or wall some of the normal vibrations may make an audible sound...

Page 38: ...ed to the Wi Fi network The password for the Wi Fi that you are trying to connect to is incorrect Find the Wi Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it then register your appliance on LG SmartThinQ Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi Fi network The wireless network name SSID is set incorrectly ...

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