LG GM-F208ST Owner'S Manual Download Page 1 | Manualshive

Page: 1 / 42

background image

Model Name

GM-F208ST

P/No.

MFL61987632

ENGLISH

www.lg.com

OWNER’S MANUAL

BOTTOM FREEZER

REFRIGERATOR

Please read this manual carefully before operating

your set and retain it for future reference.

1
2
3
...
»

Summary of Contents for GM-F208ST

Page 1: ...Model Name GM F208ST P No MFL61987632 ENGLISH www lg com OWNER S MANUAL BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference ...

Page 2: ...r Flow 19 Express Frz 19 Door Alarm 20 Automatic Icemaker 21 Food Storage Guide 22 Storing Frozen Food 22 Water Dispenser 23 Refrigerator Section 23 Refrigerator Shelves 23 Humidity Controlled Crisper 24 Glide N Serve 24 Door Bins 25 Dairy Bin 25 DuraBase 25 Durabase Divider 25 Pull Out Drawer 25 Ice Bin 25 Water filter 26 27 Refrigerator Care and Cleaning 28 29 Refrigerator Cleaning 28 Outside 28...

Page 3: ...hat can happen if the instructions are not followed Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER Take off the doors Le...

Page 4: ...e refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 230 240 Volts 50 Hz AC only and fused at 9 or 10 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 Use a rece...

Page 5: ...Read all instructions before using this appliance 1 When connecting the power The dedicated outlet should be used Using several devices at one outlet may cause fire The electric leakage breaker may damage food and the dispenser may be leaked Prevent the power cord from being squeezed or imprinted if the refrigerator is pushed in after the power plug is extracted during the installation When moving...

Page 6: ... or the holes of the outlet are loosed do not use them It may cause electric shock or short circuit to make fire Unplug the power plug when cleaning handling the refrigerator It may cause electric shock or injury Remove water or dust from the power plug and insert it with the ends of the pins securely connected Dust water or unstable connection may fire or electric shock Pull out the power plug no...

Page 7: ...ot use the combustible spray near the refrigerator It may cause fire Do not install the refrigerator in the wet place or the place which water or rain splashes Deterioration of insulation of electric parts may cause electric leakage Prevent children from entering the product It may endanger the life of a child if the child enters the refrigerator Do not use or store inflammable materials ether ben...

Page 8: ... when opening or closing the door In case of thunder and lightning or not in use for a long period of time detach the power plug There is a danger of electric shock or fire When any strange smell or smoke is detected from the refrigerator power plug get rid of electric outlet immediately and contact to the service center It may cause fire Do not use the refrigerator for non domestic purpose storin...

Page 9: ...gerator may cause injury to the person around it be careful please Opening or closing the door may cause feet or hands to be caught in the chink in door or the child to be get hurt by the corner Do not touch food or containers at the freezer with wet hands It may cause frostbite Supply the automatic ice maker with drinkable water only only for the model with the dispenser Otherwise it may cause an...

Page 10: ...ended by the manufacturer Do not damage the refrigerant circuit Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer The refrigerant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures When disposal please consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person IMPORTAN...

Page 11: ... all of the features and parts listed below The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model Refrigerator Light Water Filter Refrigerator Shelves Modular Door Bins Humidity Controlled Crisper Glide N Serve Automatic Icemaker Ice Bin Pullout Drawer Durabase Durabase Divider Dairy Bin Water Tank Cover On some models A B C H F G E D I J K L A B D M C E F G H L D I J K M ...

Page 12: ...gerator MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended Never install the refrigerator on a platform or weakly supported structure 1 To avoid vibration the unit must be level If required adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing Leveling screws c...

Page 13: ...hinge might be different Also the screws quantity used in cover hinge might vary according to your model specification THE APPEARANCE VARIATION DOES NOT AFFECT REMOVING OR INSTALLING DOORS Left Door With the Phillips screw driver loose the screw from the upper lid 1 remove it after that Unplug the cable harness pulling up the hook located in the upper part of it 5 and separate both parts of the ha...

Page 14: ...r and place it over the hinge 8 Place the hinge in its original position 9 and place the two screws 10 Plug the cable harness 5 Place the hinge lid 6 and install both screws 7 Be sure the door is correctly assembled Right Door Take the door and place it gently over the pin of the hinge 1 Place the hinge in its original position 2 assembly the two pins 3 and the ground screw 4 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLA...

Page 15: ...ing Screws Fixation Screws Allen Wrench 4 To install the handle of the refrigerator Install the mounting screws over the door 1 place the handle over them 2 and tight the screws up 3 Mounting Screws Fixation Screws Allen Wrench 5 To remove the freezer handle With an 2 5 mm Allen tool loose the screws 1 located the bottom of the handle remove it 2 remove the screws on from the door 3 with an 6 mm A...

Page 16: ...age to the product or your property please use two people to perform the following instructions 1 Removing the Pull Out Drawer Pull the drawer out to maximum extension Remove the bottom rack 1 by tilting it back a little and then lifting it off the railing tracks Remove the screws 2 from both sides of the rail track With both hands hold both sides of the door and pull up to separate it REFRIGERATO...

Page 17: ... the bar and pull it outward so that the two rails extend out at the same time Mount door supports 1 into the tabs on the railing track 2 starting in the back first and then connecting the part in the front last as shown in the figure Push the drawer down into position and tighten the screws 3 With the drawer fully extended insert the lower basket over the front part of the rail assembly and then ...

Page 18: ...refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws This will make it easier to adjust the screws 4 Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily If not slightly tilt the refrigerator further back by turning both leveling screws clockwise It may take several more turns Make sure that you turn both leveling screws the same amount 5 Ensure that the refrigerator is even by us...

Page 19: ...ctly when milk or juice is as cold as you would like and when ice cream is firm If the temperature in either compartment is too cold or too warm change the setting one increment at a time Wait 24 hours for the change to stabilize before adjusting again Dispenser Some dripping may occur after dispensing water Hold your cup beneath the dispenser for a few seconds after dispensing to catch all of the...

Page 20: ...ock When power is initially connected to the refrigerator the Lock function is off If you want to activate the Lock function to lock other buttons press and hold the Door Alarm button for three seconds or more The Lock icon will display and the Lock function is now enabled When the Lock function is activated no other buttons will work The dispenser pad is also deactivated To disable the Lock funct...

Page 21: ...KER POWER SWITCH TO OFF O When the water supply will be shut off for several hours When the ice bin is removed for more than one or two minutes When the refrigerator will not be used for several days NOTE The ice bin should be emptied when the icemaker ON OFF switch is turned to the OFF position WARNING Personal Injury Hazard DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism whil...

Page 22: ...rther information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times Freezing Your freezer will not quick freeze a large quantity of food Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours no more than 320 to 420 g of food per each 10 litters of freezer space Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages Be careful to leave enough room at ...

Page 23: ... refrigerator glass shelving are cold do not clean with hot or warm water The glass shelving may break if exposed to rapid temperature changes or hard impacts For your safety the glass shelving are made out of tempered glass so when at breaking they will fracture into tiny fragments NOTE Be careful while moving or relocating the shelves they are heavy If moving the shelves is required keep in mind...

Page 24: ...NOTE Pantry drawer not shown for clarity GLIDE N SERVE The Glide N Serve provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than the refrigerator temperature This drawer can be used for large party trays deli items or beverages NOTE It is not recommended that this drawer be used for fruits and vegetables Glide N Serve Control The control regulates the air ...

Page 25: ...BASE DIVIDER The Durabase divider allows you to organize the Durabase area into sections It can be adjusted from side to side to accommodate items of different sizes WARNING If the Durabase divider is removed there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk DO NOT allow children or pets to touch or go near the drawer...

Page 26: ...er out of its packaging and remove the protective cover from the o rings With water filter tabs in the horizontal position push the new water filter into the manifold hole until it stops Rotate the water filter up into position and close the cover The cover will click when closed correctly 3 After the water filter is replaced dispense 9 5 liters l of water flush for approximately 5 minutes to remo...

Page 27: ...e system Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts CAUTION To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage Read and follow the Water Filter instructions before installation and use of this system Installation and use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes Do not install if water pressure exceeds 827 ...

Page 28: ...n sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth 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 warm water Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda to 1 quart of water 26 g soda to 1 liter water Be sure the bak...

Page 29: ...on your model set the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section 3 Clean the refrigerator wipe it and dry well 4 Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in This stops odor and mold from building up WHEN YOU MOVE When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for t...

Page 30: ...e inverted osmosis water pressure problem continues REQUIREMENTS 6 mm 1 4 in diameter copper pipe to connect refrigerator to the water pipe Make sure both terminals are cut in squared manner To determine how much pipe material is needed measures the distances between the valves located behind the refrigerator and the source of water and add to that 2 4 m 8 feet Make sure there is sufficient pipe m...

Page 31: ...meter to allow free movement of the refrigerator from the wall after installation was made 7 CONNECT PIPELINE TO VALVE Place the compression nut and the copper pipe ferule at the end of the pipe and connect to the valve Make sure the pipe is completely inserted into the valve Tighten nut carefully Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Compression Nut Packing Nut Outlet Valve Ferule sleeve 8 DRAIN THE PIPE Ope...

Page 32: ...he pipe from the handles or grabbers located behind the refrigerator loosing first the bolt holding the handle Afterwards insert pipe into the hole and tighten bolt to finalize 10 OPEN THE BYPASS VALVE Tighten all connections containing leaks Place access Back Cover on compressor 11 CONNECT TO REFRIGERATOR Fix pipeline in a way that it does not vibrate on the refrigerator or wall Push refrigerator...

Page 33: ...tor was recently installed It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature Refrigerator was recently relocated If the refrigerator was stored for a long period of time or moved on its side it is necessary for the refrigerator to stand upright for 24 hours before connecting it to power Cooling System runs too much Refrigerator is replacing an older model Modern refr...

Page 34: ...umid air enters the compartment This raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment To lessen the effect reduce the frequency and duration of door openings Unit is installed in a hot location The refrigerator should not be operated in temperatures above 43 C 110F A large amount of food or hot food was added to either compartment Adding food warms the compartment requiring the coo...

Page 35: ...ntainers can lead to moisture accumulation within each compartment Wipe all containers dry and store food in sealed packaging to prevent condensation and frost Food is freezing in the refrigerator compartment Food with high water content was placed near an air vent Rearrange items with high water content away from air vents Refrigerator temperature control is set incorrectly If the temperature is ...

Page 36: ...a cold water supply with adequate pressure and turn the water shutoff valve fully open If the problem persists it may be necessary to contact a plumber Water filter has been exhausted It is recommended that you replace the water filter Approximately every six months When the water filter indicator turns on When the water dispenser output decreases When the ice cubes are smaller than normal Low hou...

Page 37: ...may be necessary to contact a plumber Low house water supply pressure The water pressure must be between 138 and 828 kPa on models without a water filter and between 276 and 828 kPa on models with a water filter If the problem persists it may be necessary to contact a plumber Icemaker is not making ice Refrigerator was recently installed or icemaker recently connected It may take up to 24 hours fo...

Page 38: ...ly 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminates from the system Do not dispense the entire 9 5 liters amount continuously Depress and release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF The dispenser panel is locked Press and hold the Control Lock button for three seconds to unlock the control panel and dispenser The dispenser is not set for water dispensing The dispenser ...

Page 39: ...y 295 to 887 ml 10 to 30 oz Dispenser has not been used for several hours If the dispenser has not been used for several hours the first glass dispensed may be warm Discard the first 295 ml 10 oz Refrigerator is connected to the hot water supply Make sure that the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe WARNING Connecting the refrigerator to a hot water line may damage the icemaker Water ha...

Page 40: ...an Normal Operation Gurgling Refrigerant flowing through the cooling system Normal Operation Popping Contraction and expansion of the inside walls due to changes in temperature Normal Operation Sizzling Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle Normal Operation Vibrating If the side or back of the refrigerator is touching a cabinet or wall some of the normal vibrations may make a...

Page 41: ...evel refrigerator Doors are difficult to open The gaskets are dirty or sticky Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they touch Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning Door was recently closed When you open the door warmer air enters the refrigerator As the warm air cools it can create a vacuum If the door is hard to open wait one minute to allow the air p...

Page 42: ......

Reviews:

No comments

Related manuals for GM-F208ST

Cafe CYE23TSDSS

Brand: GE Pages: 2

Brand: Samsung Pages: 20

Brand: Zanussi Pages: 20

Brand: Ariston Pages: 12

Brand: GE Pages: 14

Brand: Thetford Pages: 7

Brand: Master Bilt Pages: 2

Brand: Daewoo Pages: 68

Brand: Jacky's Pages: 56

Brand: Grundig Pages: 157

Brand: Smeg Pages: 24

MicroFridge 3.0MF4R

Brand: INTIRION Pages: 2

Brand: FAR Pages: 45

Brand: NEFF Pages: 27

Brand: Hoshizaki Pages: 10

Brand: Saivod Pages: 81

Brand: Saivod Pages: 92

Brand: Saivod Pages: 71

Brands by name

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Popular brands

Load more brands