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LG GK-C219PL, Owner'S Manual

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Summary of Contents for GK-C219PL

Page 1: ...anual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times OWNER S MANUAL www lg com Copyright 2018 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved REFRIGERATOR MFL70839701 Rev 00_062818 GK C219PL ...

Page 2: ...NSTALLATION 12 Compartments 12 Notes for Movement and Transport 13 Notes for Installation 13 Dimensions and Clearances 14 Ambient Temperature 14 Adjusting a Tilted Appliance 14 OPERATION 15 Parts and Functions 15 Kimchi Storage Container 16 Notes for Operation 16 Control Panel 18 Food Storage Guide 25 SMART FUNCTIONS 29 Using Smart Diagnosis 29 MAINTENANCE 31 Notes for Cleaning 31 TROUBLESHOOTING ...

Page 3: ...TION 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 Children in the Household This appliance is not intended for use by persons including...

Page 4: ...ire at an LG Electronics customer information centre This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding power plug The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate socket outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the socket outlet is loose do not use the pow...

Page 5: ...ower plug of the appliance Be careful not to point the power plug up or let the appliance lean against the power plug Install the appliance on a firm and level floor Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight wind or rain or temperatures below freezing ...

Page 6: ...nce disconnect power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the cold air cover or heat releasing grille on the back Do not apply excessive force or impact to the back cover of the appliance Do not put animals such as pets into the appliance Be careful of nearby children when you open or close the appliance door...

Page 7: ... the power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you detect a strange sound odour or smoke coming from the appliance Maintenance Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the appliance or replacing the inside lamp where fitted Securely plug the power plug in the socket outlet after completely removing any moisture and dust Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the po...

Page 8: ...gasket while leaving the shelves and baskets in place and keep children away from the appliance Dispose of all packaging materials such as plastic bags and styrofoam away from children The packaging materials can cause suffocation Technical Safety Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction Do not use electrical appliances inside the food ...

Page 9: ...ble gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs the size of the room 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 The amount of refrigerant in your particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance Never start up an appliance show...

Page 10: ...or ice bin that will be exposed to temperatures below freezing Optional Do not store an excessive amount of water bottles or containers for side dishes on the door baskets The basket may break or your hand may bump into the surrounding structure causing injury The tempered glass on the front side of the appliance door can be damaged by an impact If it is broken do not touch it with wet hands as th...

Page 11: ...dden temperature changes Make sure not to get a hand or foot stuck upon opening or closing the appliance door Never eat frozen foods immediately after they have been taken out in the freezer compartment Maintenance To remove frost from the appliance contact an LG Electronics customer information centre Connect the water supply line for plumbed models only to a potable water source only Otherwise i...

Page 12: ...12 Compartments Kimchi storage container Owner s Manual The appearance or components of the appliance may differ from model to model INSTALLATION ...

Page 13: ... 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 it can b...

Page 14: ...pliance 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 temperature 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 Temperature Range...

Page 15: ...ments 2 Kimchi Container Place food in the kimchi container and close securely before storing 3 Control Panel Set controls using temperature or food type 4 Right Compartments 5 Leveling Leg Extend or retract the legs to level the appliance 1 4 5 2 3 ...

Page 16: ...ce turned off for an extended period of time remove all food and unplug the power cord Clean the interior and leave the doors slightly ajar to prevent mold from growing in the appliance Suggestion for Energy Saving Ensure there is sufficient space between stored foods This allows cold air to be circulated evenly and lowers electricity bills Store hot food only after it has cooled in order to preve...

Page 17: ...n increase and negatively affect other foods stored in the appliance If you set an excessively low temperature for food it may become frozen Do not set a temperature lower than the required temperature for the food to be stored correctly Always keep the appliance clean If there are chill compartments in the appliance do not store vegetables and fruits with higher moisture content in the chill comp...

Page 18: ...isplay Control Panel Features 6 2 4 3 1 2 5 3 6 NOTE Depending on the model the appearance of the display and the Left Right compartment doors may vary After 60 seconds of idle time all lights on the display except the Lock icon are turned off to save power This is normal operation Press any button to wake the display and show current settings Before using functions you must press and hold the Loc...

Page 19: ... Select the appropriate temperature for the type of food being stored 4 Press to set up the left compartment for fermenting kimchi or for Fast Chill Ferment Fer Fast Chill After fermentation is complete about 6 days Fer Com is displayed 5 Press to set up the right compartment for normal kimchi fermentation or for Kimchi fermentation Ferment Fer Kimchi When set to Kimchi the bars light up as the fe...

Page 20: ... 2 1 Unlock the display Press and hold the Lock button for approximately 3 seconds to unlock the display The display must be unlocked before settings can be changed 2 Press the Kimchi button for the desired compartment Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the settings for that compartment As the button is pressed the settings change in the order shown Kimchi M H L Storage left compartment ...

Page 21: ...dly to cycle through the settings for that compartment As the button is pressed the settings change in the order shown Left Fer Fast Chill Right Fer Kimchi NOTE Once fermentation is complete Fer Com lights up Fermentation time depends on the season and the room temperature 3 Lock the display Press and hold the Lock button for 3 seconds to lock the display Canceling Fermentation To cancel fermentat...

Page 22: ...i is stored at the Meat Fish setting it may freeze 2 3 1 2 1 Unlock the display Press and hold the Lock button for approximately 3 seconds to unlock the display The display must be unlocked before settings can be changed 2 Press the Storage button for the desired compartment Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the settings for that compartment As the button is pressed the settings change ...

Page 23: ...Use it only once The light bars in the display indicate the fermentation process The kimchi is ready to eat when all the bars are lit approximately 6 days 2 3 1 2 1 Unlock the display Press and hold the Lock button for approximately 3 seconds to unlock the display The display must be unlocked before settings can be changed 2 Press the Kimchi button on the left compartment or the Ferment button on ...

Page 24: ...nd hold the Lock button for approximately 3 seconds to unlock the display The display must be unlocked before settings can be changed 2 Press the Ferment button on the left compartment Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the settings for that compartment As the button is pressed the settings change in the order shown Ferment Fer Fast Chill 3 Lock the display Press and hold the Lock button...

Page 25: ...ge compartment or store it in a plastic bag Use the kimchi container provided to store kimchi Kimchi placed directly into the fridge compartment may freeze and taste off Do not block the air outlet inside the fridge with food Doing so could cause the food to freeze affect product performance or result in electric shock or injury For best results check on kimchi within 3 to 4 days of storing it If ...

Page 26: ...c bag or covering it with plastic wrap How Temperature Affects Kimchi Temperature affects the fermentation rate of kimchi When preparing kimchi for long term storage keep the temperature below 10 C Long Term Storage of Kimchi Like cheese kimchi is a living organism and will change over time To keep kimchi fresh for long periods increase the salt content and store at a low temperature near 0 C Pres...

Page 27: ...consumed within a short time select the Fast Chill setting If kimchi will be stored for a long time select the Storage setting Before storing vegetable oils in the fridge read the storage instructions on the container Vegetable oil bottles can become messy with use Place oil bottles in disposable or left over plastic containers to avoid having to clean fridge shelves Select the appropriate tempera...

Page 28: ...and leave the door open to prevent fungi from growing in the fridge Food packaging should be wiped down to prevent adjacent foods from being contaminated If the fridge is kept in a hot and humid place frequent opening of the door or storing a lot of vegetables in the fridge may cause condensation to form Wipe off the condensation with a clean cloth or a paper towel If the fridge door is opened or ...

Page 29: ... the result of the Smart 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 Hold the phone to the upper right speaker hole and wait while the data is transmitted Do not take the phone off the speaker hole while the data is transmitted The data transfer sound may be harsh to the ear while the Sm...

Page 30: ...need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information centre when the appliance malfunctions or fails Smart Diagnosis can not be activated unless the appliance is connected to power If the appliance is unable to turn on then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis ...

Page 31: ...Apply wax with a clean soft cloth When cleaning the inside or outside of the appliance do not wipe it with a rough brush toothpaste or flammable materials Do not use cleaning agents containing flammable substances This may cause discoloration or damage to the appliance Flammable substances alcohol ethanol methanol isopropyl alcohol isobutyl alcohol etc thinner bleach benzene flammable liquid abras...

Page 32: ...e temperature is M change it to L L Low Cooling cold M Medium Cooling colder H High Cooling coldest Q Why is my kimchi turning dark A If you store kimchi for a long time contact with the air will cause it to oxidize and become dark Cover the inside of the kimchi container with plastic wrap to prevent kimchi from becoming dark Q Is it normal for ice to form on the lid of the kimchi container A When...

Page 33: ...appliance doors completely closed Completely close the door and make sure that stored food is not obstructing in the door Is there enough space around the appliance Adjust the installation position to make enough space around the appliance The appliance contains a bad smell Is the fridge temperature set to Warm Set the fridge temperature to Medium Did you put in food with a strong smell Store food...

Page 34: ... Once the door baskets are filled the doors may become misaligned preventing the door mullion or the Auto Open Door function from working properly Extend both front leveling legs fully so they are in firm contact with the floor Follow the instruction in the Door Alignment section to raise the left appliance door until the door mullion is once again working properly Adjust the right appliance door ...

Page 35: ...ith a dry cloth The appliance is noisy and generates abnormal sounds Is the appliance installed on a weak floor or improperly leveled Install the appliance on a solid and flat area Does the rear of the appliance touch the wall Adjust the installation position to allow enough clearance around the appliance Are objects scattered behind the appliance Remove the scattered objects from behind the appli...

Page 36: ... with linear compressor was moved while operating Normal operation If the compressor does not stop rattling after three minutes turn the power to the appliance off and then on again Whooshing noises Evaporator fan motor is circulating air through the fridge compartments Normal Operation Air is being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan Normal Operation Gurgling noises Appliance flowing t...

Page 37: ...leaves Is the lid to the kimchi storage container open Close the lid completely If the lid is not closed completely the exposure to air could lead to the occurrence of film yeast white fungus Cover the surface of the kimchi with plastic wrap or a plastic bag to store it for a longer time The power is off in some compartments On the control panel is the middle compartment or the bottom compartment ...

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