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Care and maintenance

Refrigerator

compressor

does not run.

Occurrence

Temperatures are

too cold

Temperature in the

freezer is too cold
but the refrigerator

temperature is

satisfactory.

Temperature in the

refrigerator

is too warm but

the freezer

temperature is

satisfactory.

Temperatures in

the refrigerator

or freezer are

too warm.

Temperatures

are too warm

Meat stored in

fresh meat

drawer freezes.

Food stored in

drawers freezes.

Possible cause

Thermostat is keeping the refrigerator
at a constant temperature.

Freezer control is set too cold

Doors are opened too frequently or too
long.

Door is slightly open.

Large amounts of warm or hot food
may have been stored recently.

Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of time.

Refrigerator control is set too warm.

Refrigerator control is set too warm.
Refrigerator control has some effect on
freezer temperature.

Freezer control is set too warm.

Refrigerator control is set too cold.

Meat should be stored at a temperature
just below the freezing point of water (32˚F,
0˚C) for maximum fresh storage time.

Solution

This is normal. The refrigerator goes on
and off to keep the temperature constant.

Set the refrigerator control to a colder
setting.

A refrigerator requires some hours to
cool down completely.

Wait until the refrigerator or freezer
has a chance to reach its selected
temperature.

Warm air enters the refrigerator/ freezer
whenever the door is opened.
Open the door less often.

Set the freezer or refrigerator control to a
colder setting until the freezer or
refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.

Set the freezer or refrigerator control to
a colder setting until the freezer or
refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.

It is normal for ice crystals to form due
to the moisture content of meat.

Set the refrigerator control to a
warmer setting

See above solution.

Set the freezer control to a warmer
setting until the freezer temperature is
satisfactory.

Close the door completely.

Temperature in the

refrigerator is too

cold and the freezer

temperature

is satisfactory.

Summary of Contents for GWL227HBQA

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Page 2: ...reen and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured Green or Green and Yellow The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Red If a 13 ...

Page 3: ...ment Convert into a vegetable or meat compartment Applicable to some models only Deodorizer Applicable to some models only Vacuum Fresh Applicable to some models only Opti Temp Zone Temperature Transition Corner Applicable to some models only Temperature Change at Opti Temp Zone Applicable to some models only Opti Temp Zone Applicable to some models only Location of foods Storing foods How to dism...

Page 4: ...amage the power cord may cause a fire or electric shock You have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded Never place glass products in the freezer because they may be broken due to expansion when their contents are frozen Never allow your hands within the ice storage bin of the automatic ice maker You could be hurt by the operation of the automatic ice maker The appliance is not inten...

Page 5: ...g can result in an electric shock Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if you have doubts on whether the appliance is properly grounded Identification of parts Non dispenser model Parts features and options vary by model Your model may not include every option NOTE Freezer Compartment Refrigerator Compartment Milk product ...

Page 6: ...ic or wire Optional Door Rack Conversion switch Meats Vegetables Optional Snack drawer Optional Shelf Folding or Normal Humidity switch Opti Temp Zone Optional Fresh compartment Optional Dispenser model Type 2 Parts features and options vary by model Your model may not include every option NOTE Freezer Compartment Refrigerator Compartment Milk product corner Lamp Lamp Automatic Icemaker Shelf Shel...

Page 7: ...ant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury If a leak is detected avoid any naked flames or potential sources of ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating circuit occurs the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the amo...

Page 8: ...hen lifting the upper hinge up 3 Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it upward This time the door should be lifted enough for the feed water pipe tube to be completely pulled out 1 Loosen the hinge cover screws and remove the cover Remove connection wire if any except for the earth line 2 Remove keeper by rotating it clockwise and then remove the upper hinge by lifting it up 3 Remove th...

Page 9: ...ase a separate pressure pump for normal automatic icing and cool water feed Keep the total length of the feed water pipe tube within 8 m and be careful for the tube not be bent If the tube is 8 m or longer it may cause trouble in water feed owing to the drain water pressure Install the feed water pipe tube at a place free from heat Connect to potable water supply only Refer to instructions with wa...

Page 10: ...not close correctly performance may be affected If the freezer compartment door is lower than the refrigerator compartment door If the freezer compartment door is higher than the refrigerator compartment door After leveling the door height Next 1 Wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping and clean your appliance thoroughly 2 Install accessories such as the ice cube box cover evaporating tray e...

Page 11: ...mperatures for 2 3 hours prior to filling it with fresh or frozen foods If operation is interrupted wait 5 minutes before restarting Optional Type 1 Type 2 Function display board Display Power Saving Mode Refreshment Center Refreshment Center Button Adjusting the temperatures and functions Non dispenser model ...

Page 12: ...1 Dispenser model Type 1 Operation Your model may not include every option NOTE hidden Refreshment Center Optional Type 1 Type 2 Function display board Display Power Saving Mode Refreshment Center Button ...

Page 13: ...the FREEZER and EXPRESS FRZ buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds Optional Type 1 Type 2 FRZ TEMP REF TEMP Optional Type 1 Type 2 You can adjust temperature of and freezer room and refrigerator room Freezer control Display power saving on some model Refrigerator control 190 C 210 C 220 C 230 C 150 C 160 C 170 C Start Start 30 C 20 C 10 C 00 C 60 C 50 C 40 C The a...

Page 14: ...Refreshment Center Button Refreshment Center Dispenser model Type 2 Your model may not include every option The control display is operated by touch Excessive moisture on the display may cause a malfunction Please keep display clean and dry NOTE ...

Page 15: ...FRZ buttons simultaneously and hold them for 5 seconds until the Ding sounds FreezerCompartmenttemperature adjustment Setting temperature Setting temperature RefrigeratorCompartmenttemperature adjustment You can adjust temperature of and freezer room and refrigerator room How to adjust the temperature in the freezer compartment How to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment Whenever...

Page 16: ...ection button The automatic icemaker can automatically make 6 cubes at a time 50 60 pieces per day This quantity may vary by circumstance including ambient temperature door opening freezer load etc Icemaking stops when the ice storage bin is full If you don t want to use the automatic icemaker turn the icemaker switch to OFF If you want to use automatic icemaker again change the switch to ON Autom...

Page 17: ... arrow mark graphic remains at the On status after flickering 4 times when selecting Special Refrigeration On Prompt freezer function automatically turns off after a fixed time passes Express freezer This button stops operation of different button Locking or Release is repeated whenever the is pressed more than 3 seconds If you use the lock button none of the other buttons will work until you unlo...

Page 18: ...idered by the ice maker that the ice storage bin is fully filled and ice making operation may stop If discolored ice is dispensed immediately contact service center stopping use Never use too narrow or deep glass Ice may be jammed in ice passage and thus the refrigerator may be failed Keep the glass at a proper distance from ice outlet A glass too close to the outlet may hinder ice from coming out...

Page 19: ...p tools Never rest your arms or severely press on it The refreshment center cannotfunction normallywithoutthecover Only models with inner refreshment center cover Not only can the refreshment center door may be damaged but also children may be hurt How to use Two stars section Applicable to some models only Two stars section means the space stored at 12 C 18 C Freezer foods for short terms storage...

Page 20: ...ter bottle to use the water bottle instead of the water tank provided Turn the cap of the water tank in Open direction to open it Open the water bottle and connect the cap Only the water bottle of 1 5l 2 0l can be used and there are some types that are not compatible When using the water bottle When assembling or disassembling the water tank be careful not to apply excessive force as it can damage...

Page 21: ...rd as in after inserting it into the side anchoring part of the shelf as in by catching it upward as in In case of separating the wine holder Pull the wine holder inward as in after holding it upward as in by catching it Bottles can be stored laterally with this wine corner This can be attached to any shelf Wine holder adjustment Type 1 Type 2 3 4 1 2 Bottles can be stored laterally with this wine...

Page 22: ...ity Low humidity Convert into a vegetable or meat compartment Applicable to some models only The meat compartment maintains the temperature at a lower point than the refrigerator compartment so that meat or fish can be stored fresh longer The bottom drawer in the refrigerator can be converted into a vegetable or meat compartment Vegetables or fruits are frozen if the conversion switch is set to me...

Page 23: ...ers to store food with pungent odors Otherwise this oder can be absorbed by other food in the compartment How to use the deodorizing system Vacuum Fresh Applicable to some models only It helps to keep the vegetables and fruits in the fresh condition with the vacuous effect improved the hermetical sealing Pressing button makes the air inside the drawer out and it improves the hermetical sealing Put...

Page 24: ... type of foods stored First remove the vegetable bin After lifting the Opti Temp Zone case slightly reach inside and pull it outward When using the Opti Temp Zone as storage room of meats storing vegetables or fruits may be frozen When using the Opti Temp Zone as storage room of meats keeping meats or fishes may be spoiled and thus meats or fishes must be kept at the F room If opening a door of th...

Page 25: ... box Refreshment center Refrigerator compartment shelf Refrigerator compartment door rack Vegetable drawer Vegetable drawer meat drawer conversion corner Store meat fish chicken etc after wrapping them with thin foil Store dry Store milk products such as butter cheese etc Place this egg box in the proper location Store foods of frequent use such as beverage etc Store side dishes or other foods at ...

Page 26: ...nt they may break when frozen Do not refreeze food that has been thawed This causes loss of taste and nutrient When storing frozen food like ice cream for a long period place it on the freezer shelf not in the door rack Do not touch the cold foods or containers especially made of metallic with wet hands and place glass products in the freezer compartment That s why you may have chilblains and they...

Page 27: ...he shelf a bit lift the right part up and take it out Lift the door rack holding both sides and pull it out Hold the ice storage bin as shown in the right figure and pull it out while slightly lifting it Do not dismantle the ice storage bin unless it is necessary Use both hands to remove the ice bin to avoid dropping it The water collector has no self draining function It should be cleaned regular...

Page 28: ... can be removed by pulling it upwards Refreshment center To remove the vegetable compartment cover pull out the vegetable compartment a bit to the front lift the front part of the vegetable compartment cover as shown by and take it out Vegetable compartment cover 1 2 To take out the Vacuum Fresh case first remove the Drawer and hold the case with both hands to pull it up as shown in the picture an...

Page 29: ...cabinet wall Regular cleaning is recommended Wash all compartments a baking soda solution or a mild detergent and warm water Rinse and dry Please verify that the power cord is not damaged power plug is not overheated or power plug is well inserted into the power consent Always remove power cord from the wall outlet prior to cleaning in the vicinity of electrical parts lamps switches controls etc W...

Page 30: ...g the controls This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting refrigerator The defrost cycle occurs periodically Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet Call local electric company This is normal Larger more efficient units run longer in these conditions It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions It takes some hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely Wa...

Page 31: ...too cold Refrigerator control is set too cold Meat should be stored at a temperature just below the freezing point of water 32 F 0 C for maximum fresh storage time Solution This is normal The refrigerator goes on and off to keep the temperature constant Set the refrigerator control to a colder setting A refrigerator requires some hours to cool down completely Wait until the refrigerator or freezer...

Page 32: ...nside the refrigerator to meet warm air from the outside Floor is uneven or weak Refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Refrigerator operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle Items placed on the top of the refrigerator are vibrating Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in the refrigerator Solution This time close the door completely This is normal in humid wea...

Page 33: ...rs and wrapping materials produce odors Food package is keeping door open Door was closed too hard causing other door to open slightly Solution Be sure both doors are closed Open household water line valve and allow sufficient time for ice to be made When ice is made dispenser should operate Turn the freezer control to a higher setting so that ice cubes will be made When the first supply of ice is...

Page 34: ...it to cold water line which supplies water to kitchen faucet Open household water line valve Use the dispenser often so that cubes do not freeze together Only the ice cubes made by the ice maker should be used with the dispenser Remove the ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser Remove ice storage bin and thaw and the contents Clean bin wipe dry and replace in proper position When new ice is made...

Page 35: ...P NO MFL58884606 Printed in Poland LG Electronics Wrocław Sp z o o ul LG Electronics 1 2 Biskupice Podgórne 55 040 Kobierzyce Poland ...

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