LG LMXC23746S Owner'S Manual Download

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Page 1: ...Life s Good FRE CH DOOR REFRIGERATOR Please read this owner s manua thoroughly before operating and keep i1 handy for reference at all times LMXC23746S MFL62184490 ...

Page 2: ...Before You Begin Water Pressure What You Will Need Water Line Installation Instructions Turning On the Power Leveling and Door Alignment Leveling Door Alignment 28 HOW TO USE 28 Before Use 29 Control Panel 29 Control Panel Features 31 In Door ice Bin 31 Detaching the In Door ice Bin 31 Assembling the In Door Ice Bin 32 Automatic Icemaker 32 Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off 33 When You Shou...

Page 3: ...eezer drawer is left open for more than 60 seconds a warning alarm sounds at 30 second intervals HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER The Humidity Controlled Crisper is designed to help keep your fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp CUSTOMCHILE M DRAWER The CustomChill TM Drawer provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment either colder or warmer than the refrigera...

Page 4: ...g in the power plug with the power cord facing downward Installation Contact an authorized service center before you install or relocate the refrigerator When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord Prior to use ensure that you are connecting this product to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for use with this product 115V 60Hz AC ...

Page 5: ...frigerator Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands In refrigerators with automatic icemakers avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in When dispensing ice from the dispenser do not use crystal ...

Page 6: ...and cabinets are necessarily small Be careful closing doors when children are nearby If you store food improperly be aware that it may fall and cause injury Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator Do not store articles on the top of the appliance Maintenance Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning Clean with a soft cloth Wipe foreign objects such as dust and water off the ...

Page 7: ...nses purified water and ice LED Display Displays the refrigerator and freezer temperature the water filter condition and the dispenser status Control Panel I Handle Opens and closes the door Refrigerator Preserves food LED Light LED Eights up when the freezer door is Sets the refrigerator and freezer temperatures the water filter condition and the dispenser mode Ez Handle Easily opens the freezer ...

Page 8: ...nged to suit your storage needs EasyReach TM You can store small items or defrost an item Auto Closing Hinge The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers dose automatically when you push them slightly The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle of less than 30 The Durabase is a storage space recommended for the preservation of large food items The Durabase Divider is used to organ...

Page 9: ...nstructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location 1 Unpacking your refrigerator Choosing the proper location 3 Disassembling Assembling 4 Connecting the water supply and water line 5 Leveling and Door Alignment C _ NOTE onnect to potable water supply only ...

Page 10: ...ppearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements 353 4 W X 31 1 4 D X 70 1 4 H 42 5 8 D w door open 1 D w door open H 1083 mm Dimensions _mm_ W x 793 mm D X 1782 mm Net weight 330 lb 150 kg ...

Page 11: ...the shipping position Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs Choosing the Proper Location Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected for the automatic icemaker _ NOTE The water pressure must be 20 120 psi or 138 827 kPa or 1 4 8 4 kgf cm on models without a water filter and 40 120 psi or 276 827 kPa or 2 8 8 4 kgf cm on models with a water filter The r...

Page 12: ... 5 08cm Removing Assembling the Refrigerator Door Handles _ _ NOTE I When it is necessary to move the _refrigerator through a narrow opening _removing the doors is the recommendec _procedure If it is necessary to remove the handles follow the directions below Removing the Handles 1 Loosen the set screws D with a 3 32 in Allen wrench and remove the handle Loosen the mounting fasteners _ that connec...

Page 13: ...rigerator to pass through remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors Failure to do so can result in back or other injury Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death Do net put hands feet or other objects in...

Page 14: ...tate the hinge lever counterclockwise B Lift the top hinge E free of the hinge lever latch NOTE Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only when detaching the left Hinge Lever Latch D 2 Remove the E screw from the hinge cover at the top of the refrigerator Lift the hook not visible located at the bottom of the front side of the cover _ with a flat head screwdriver _Z_ cAUTION 1 I Whenli...

Page 15: ... 8 with a flat head screwdriver 3 Rotate the hinge lever O clockwise Lift the top hinge 8 free of the hinge lever latch Hinge Lever Latch 8 2 Detach the wire harness D 4 CAUTION When lifting the hinge free of the hinge_ lever latch be careful that the door Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door _ Z_ CAUTION Place the door inside facing up on a J ...

Page 16: ...e door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure 3 Connect the wire harness B 4 Make sure that the door switch located inside the cover is tightly connected Position the cover in its ptace Insert and tighten the cover screw El 2 Fit the hinge D over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge 0 _ Hinge L Larch ...

Page 17: ...place Rotate the lever clockwise _ and fasten the hinge 4 Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case and pull it through the backptate Hold the water suppty connection and gently push in the coliet to connect the water supply line as shown in O Insert the tube at least 5 s inch 15 ram into the connector Hinge Lever Latch 3 Connect all the wire harnesses 6 Make sure that the door swit...

Page 18: ...tension Remove the basket by lifting the basket from the rail system NOTE TM Before removing the CustomChill drawer it must be disconnected from the temperature control Disconnect the wire harness connection at the end of the right rail by pressing on the tabs on either side It may help to use a small flat blade screwdriver to apply pressure to the ends of the tabs on either side 3 Remove the scre...

Page 19: ... both fully extended Z_ CAUTION Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer The handle may come off and it could cause personal injury Using both hands slide the two rails in simultaneously 2 3 Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the door supports _ into the rail tabs _ located on both sides Lower the door into its final position and tighten the screws located on both sides ...

Page 20: ...ot hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer The handle may come off causing personal injury Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the drawer When you lay the drawer down be careful not to damage the floor Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer To prevent accidents keep children and pets away from the drawer Do net leave the drawer open 1 2 Pull the freezer drawer open to full...

Page 21: ...r drawer to full extension and lifting the basket off of the rail assembly 6 With both hands grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer The handle may come off and it could cause personal injury 5 Remove the screws from the rails at both ends Using both hands slide the two rails in simultaneously ...

Page 22: ...ullout drawer into the frame and push the drawer back into place until you hear a click 5 Slightly tilt up the front of the middle drawer insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place Z_ CAUTION Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer The handle may come off and it could cause personal injury 6 Insert the lower basket in the rail assembly 3 Lower the door into f...

Page 23: ...ply the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi 276 414 kPa or 2 8 4 2 kgf cm 2 less than 2 0 3 0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity _ Z_ CAUTION Wear eye protection during installation to prevent injury J If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1 4 kgf cm2 takes more than 4 0 sec to fill a cup of ...

Page 24: ... double insulated or grounded in a manner that will prevent the hazard of electric shock Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line 2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for the valve that is easily _ _ accessible It is best to connect into the side of a vertica...

Page 25: ...out from the wan after installation CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve for the copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve Tighten the compression nut securely Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Packing Nutl _ _ Outlet Valve _ Compression t Ferrule sleeve FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Tur...

Page 26: ... against the waN Push the refrigerator back to the waN _ CAUTION Connect to a rated power outlet Have a certified electrician check the walt outlet and wiring for proper grounding Do not damage or cut off the ground terminal of the power plug 12 START THE ICEMAKER Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position The icemaker wilt not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 1...

Page 27: ...t If the space between your doors is uneven follow the instructions below to align the doors Use the wrench included with the Use Care Guide to turn the nut in the door hinge to adjust the height Turn it to the right to raise or to the left to lower the height Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that side of the refrigerator or to the right to lower it It may take several turns of the level...

Page 28: ...n plug the power plug of the refrigerator into the grounded electric outlet This is applicable only to certain models ____ W CAUTION Running the automatic icemaker before connecting it to the water supply may cause the refrigerator to malfunction Wait for the refrigerator to cool Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food in it Check the flow of cold air in ...

Page 29: ...onds The temperature indication on the display window switches between Celsius and Fahrenheit NOTE he displayed temperature is the target emperature and not the actual temperature f the refrigerator The actual refrigerator emPerature depends on the food inside the J Fresh Air Filter n_ r _ _ Onsome _ pow t_ _ P_ models The Fresh Air Filter helps remove odors from the refrigerator The Fresh Air Fil...

Page 30: ...on will deactivate When either the refrigerator or the freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds the alarm tone will sound to let you know that the door is open When you close the door the door alarm will stop Lock n EZ_ The Lock function disables every other button onthe display When power is initially connected to the refrigerator the Lock function is off If you want to activate the Loc...

Page 31: ... will freeze food in the refrigerator compartment This could also cause the icemaker to stop producing ice If the ON OFF switch on the icemaker is set to OFF for an extended period of time the ice compartment will gradually warm up to the temperature of the refrigerator compartment To prevent ice cubes from melting and leaking from the dispenser ALWAYS empty the ice bin when the icemaker is set to...

Page 32: ... water filter and 40 120 psi or 276 827 kPa or 2 8 8 4 kgf cm on models with a water filter to produce the normal amount and size of ice cubes Foreign substances or frost on the ice detecting sensor can interrupt ice production Make sure the sensor area is clean at all times for proper operation r Z_ WARNING Personal Injury Hazard DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism...

Page 33: ... performance may be affected Keep the glass at a proper distance from the ice outlet A glass held too close to the outlet may prevent ice from dispensing To avoid personal injury keep hands out of the ice door and passage Never remove the dispenser cover If ice or water dispenses unexpectedly turn off the water supply and contact a qualified service center When You Should Turn the Icemaker Ot t Wh...

Page 34: ...ill not operate when either of the refrigerator doors are open If dispensing water or ice into a container with a small opening place it as close to the dispenser as possible Some dripping may occur after dispensing Hold your cup beneath the dispenser for a few seconds after dispensing to catch all of the drops k Incorrect Way Correct Way Water Ice _ CAUTION row away the first few batches of ice a...

Page 35: ...g it in the refrigerator Vegetables and fruit should be washed and food packaging should be wiped down to prevent adjacent foods from being contaminated If the refrigerator is kept in a hot and humid place frequent opening of the door or storing a lot of vegetables in the refrigerator may cause condensation to form Wipe off the condensation with a clean cloth or a paper towel If the refrigerator d...

Page 36: ...nd store in crisper Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper Store fresh fish and shellfish in the freezer section if they are not being consumed the same day of purchase It is recommended to consume fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or store in plastic containers with tight lids Storing Frozen Food N...

Page 37: ...ing functions may not be available The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture sealed crispers by adjusting the control to any setting between Vegetable and Fruit Vegetable keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh leafy vegetables Fruit lets moist air out of...

Page 38: ...ll up and out Door Bins The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjustment 2 To remove the bin simply lift the bin up and pull straight out To replace the bin slide it in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place NOTE _ Some bins may vary in appearance and will only fit in one location _ Z_ CAUTION Do not apply excessive force while detaching or assembling the sto...

Page 39: ... toggle through the four temperature settings Store meat and seafood at 29 F 1 C cold drinks at 33 F I C dell snacks at 37 F 3 C or chilled wine at 42 F 5 C _Control Panel Control Lock _ took The control panel can also be locked to prevent the temperature from accidentally being changed or tampered with by children To lock the panet press and hold the Select Lock button for three seconds until the...

Page 40: ...items such as a gallon container or bottles by simply pushing the front half of the shelf underneath the back half of the shelf Pult the front of the shelf toward you to return to a full shelf CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact Glass shelves are heavy Use special care when removing them Assembl...

Page 41: ...when cleaning the interior and exteriol of therefrigerator Do not placeyour hand on the bottom surfaceofthe refrigerator when opening and closing 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 wate...

Page 42: ...ller than normal 1 Remove the old water filter Lift up and remove the lower door bin Swing the right end of the water filter out of the compartment and then grasp and rotate the filter counterclockwise to remove it from the filter head 2 Install a NewAir Filter Place the new filter inside of the cover with the side that says Front facing outward Turn the filter cover to the right to attach to the ...

Page 43: ...estos Atrazme Benzene Carbofuran Lindane i P Dichlorobenzene Toxaphene 2 4 D Lead pH 65 Lead pH 85 Mercury pH 65 Mercury pH 85 Cyst _ 20 mg L 5 600 000 pts mL 170 MFL 00087 mg L 0017 mg L 0073 mg L 0002 mg L 0263mg L 0015 mg L 025 mg L 0150 mg L 0150 mg L 0006 mg L 00062 mg L 200 000 cysts L 20 mg L 10 975 005 mg L At least 10 000 partic es mL 993 73 000 pts ml 107 to 10s MFL fibers greater than 1...

Page 44: ...certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts J F_ CAUTION Please note that water could leak while replacing the filter which could result in property damage To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage o Read and follow Use Instructions before installation and use of this system Installation must comply with existing sta...

Page 45: ...LL APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS PRODUCTSAPPEARINGIN THE NSF OFFICIAL LISTINGARE AUTHORIZEDTO BEAR THE NSF MARK _l a_ri6a1_ NNiolla_ S_andards _u_cl Standards In_it_8 ofCa _a October4 2013 Ce_ificate C0t74200 02 David Purkiss General Mmlager Water Systems California Department of Public Health Certification 14 3015 ...

Page 46: ... the display has been locked for over five minutes you must deactivate the lock and then reactivate it 2 Open the right refrigerator door 3 Hold the mouthpiece of your phone in front of the speaker that is located on the right hinge of the refrigerator door when instructed to do so by the call center 4 Press and hold the Freezer button for three seconds while continuing to hold your phone to the s...

Page 47: ...re operating runs too much older model time but use less energy due to more efficient i technology Refrigerator was recently iThe refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool plugged in or power restored i completely Door opened often or a large amount of food hot food was added Doors are not dosed completely Refrigerator is installed in a hot location Condenser back cover is clogged i Adding foo...

Page 48: ...mpartment This raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment To lessen the effect reduce the frequency and duration of door openings The refrigerator should not be operated in temperatures above 110 F Adding food warms the compartment requiring the cooling system to run Allowing hot food to cool to room temperature before putting it in the refrigerator will reduce this effect Se...

Page 49: ... defrost cycle the temperature of each compartment may rise slightly and condensation may form on the back wall Wait 30 minutes and confirm that the proper temperature has been restored once the defrost cycle has completed Food stored uncovered or unwrapped and damp containers can lead to moisture accumulation within each compartment Wipe all containers dry and store food in sealed packaging to pr...

Page 50: ...the refrigerator to 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 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 The water pressure ...

Page 51: ...or pop open section in Parts Features Troubleshooting for more information The recommended temperature for the freezer compartment for normal ice production is 0 F tf the freezer temperature is warmer ice production will be affected 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 W...

Page 52: ...gment buildup Press and hold the Lock button for three seconds to unlock the control panel and dispenser It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker to begin making ice Make sure that the shutoff arm sensor is not obstructed Once the ice supply in the bin has been completely exhausted it my take up to 90 minutes before additional ice is ava...

Page 53: ... not dispense if any of the refrigerator not closed properly doors are left open Water filter has been recently removed or replaced Tubing connecting refrigerator to house supply valve is kinked The house water supply is not connected the valve is not turned on fully or the valve is clogged After the water filter is replaced dispense 2 5 gallons of water flush for approximately 5 minutes to remove...

Page 54: ... storage tank to cool completely The water dispenser has been Depending on your specific model the water used recently and the storage storage capacity will range from approximately 20 tank was exhausted to 30 oz Dispenser has not been used If the dispenser has not been used for several for several hours hours the first glass dispensed may be warm Discard the first 10 oz Refrigerator is connected ...

Page 55: ...rator is not resting solidly Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to on the floor be adjusted See the Door Alignment section Refrigerator with linear Normal Operation compressor was jarred while running Whooshing Evaporator fan motor is Normal Operation circulating air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments Air is being forced over the Normal Operation condenser by the condense...

Page 56: ...irty or sticky Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they to open 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 pressure to equalize then see if it opens more easily Re...

Page 57: ...failure to follow instructions found in the use and care and installation guides or operating the unit in an unsuitable environment will not be covered under this warranty 1_ Replacement products and parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or ninety 90 days whichever is greater 1_ Replacement products and parts may be new or remanufactured THIS WARRANTY IS IN ...

Page 58: ... items to any display open box discounted or refurbished product 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or can not be readily determined Model and Serial numbers along with original retail sales receipt are required for warranty validation 2 Increases in utility costs and additional utility expenses 3 Replacement of light bulbs filters or any consumable parts 4 Repa...

Page 59: ...ts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or ninety 90 days whichever is greater Replacement products and parts may be new or remanufactured LG Authorized Service Center warranties their repair work for thirty 30 days LG CANADA S SOLE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ABOVE LG CANADA MAKES NO AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OT...

Page 60: ...ithin one 1 week of delivery 0 Damage or missing items to any display open box discounted or refurbished Product 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined Model and Serial numbers along with original retail sales receipt are required for warranty validation 2 Increases in utility costs and additional utility expenses 3 Replacement of lig...

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