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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

ENGLISH

Product Specifications

The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.

Electrical requirements:

115 V, 60 Hz

Min. / Max. water pressure:

20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa)

Model LRFXS2503*

Description

Standard-depth, French door refrigerator, bottom freezer

Net weight

269 lb (122 kg)

Model LRFDS2503*

Description

Standard-depth, Door-in-Door French door refrigerator, bottom freezer

Net weight

269 lb (122 kg)

Summary of Contents for LRFDS2503 Series

Page 1: ...RATOR Read this owner s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times ENGLISH LRFDS2503 LRFXS2503 MFL67227312 Rev 00_052119 www lg com Copyright 2019 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved ...

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Page 3: ...nt 25 Turning on the Power 26 OPERATION 26 Before Use 27 Control Panel 28 Sabbath Mode 29 Ice and Water Dispenser 29 Ice Compartment 30 Automatic Icemaker 31 Storing Food 32 Humidity Controlled Crispers 33 Glide N Serve 34 Refrigerator Shelves 35 Door in Door 36 Door Bins 36 Durabase 37 SMART FUNCTIONS 37 LG SmartThinQ Application 39 Smart Grid Function 40 Smart Diagnosis Function 42 MAINTENANCE 4...

Page 4: ... standard 2 prong wall outlet with a standard 3 prong wall outlet Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch Do not use an extension cord The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source When moving the refrigerator be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord Contact an authorized service center when installing or relocating the refrigerator Do not under a...

Page 5: ...uncertified power outlet Do not plug appliance into a damaged wall outlet Do not put hands feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator Doing so could result in personal injury or electric shock In the event of a gas leak propane LPG ensure the area is adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center before resuming use Do not touch the refrigerator or power...

Page 6: ...low unqualified personnel to do so Disposal Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous even if they are sitting for only a few days When disposing of the refrigerator remove the packing materials from the door or take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside If disposing of a refrigerator make sure the refrigerant and insulation foam are remove...

Page 7: ...gs of the power plug and contact areas Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside of the refrigerator Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold They may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant R600a which is combustible When transporti...

Page 8: ...Control Panel Sets the refrigerator temperature and freezer temperature the water filter condition and the dispenser mode b Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser Dispenses purified water and ice c SmartPull Handle Easily opens the freezer door d Handle Opens and closes the refrigerator door e Door Button Opens the Door in Door Compartment f Refrigerator Fresh food compartment g Freezer Frozen food comp...

Page 9: ...9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH Interior Standard Door LRFXS2503 Door in Door LRFDS2503 ...

Page 10: ...tly The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle of less than 30 h Door in Door Case A convenient storage area for frequently used items that require easy access i Cheese Butter and Condiment Bins Cheese Butter and Condiment bins are specially designed for these items making spreading butter and slicing cheese easier j Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf The refrigerator shelves are ad...

Page 11: ... product improvements Electrical requirements 115 V 60 Hz Min Max water pressure 20 120 psi 138 827 kPa Model LRFXS2503 Description Standard depth French door refrigerator bottom freezer Net weight 269 lb 122 kg Model LRFDS2503 Description Standard depth Door in Door French door refrigerator bottom freezer Net weight 269 lb 122 kg ...

Page 12: ...ng installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location a Unpacking the Refrigerator b Choosing the Proper Location c Disassembling Assembling d Connecting the Water Line e Leveling and Door Alignment WARNING Connect to potable water supply only ...

Page 13: ...of your refrigerator Reinstall or adjust shelves as needed Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position Reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs Choosing the Proper Location Water Water supply must 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 cm2 If the refrigerator is installed in an area...

Page 14: ... drawers Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges Allow at least 24 inches 610 mm in front of the refrigerator to open the doors and at least 2 inches 50 8 mm between the back of the refrigerator and the wall Dimension Clearance LRFXS2503 LRFDS2503 A Depth without Handle 35 1 2 902 mm B Width 32 3 4 832 mm C...

Page 15: ... and remove the handle 2 Loosen the mounting fasteners b that connect to the refrigerator door and handle using a in Allen wrench and remove the mounting fasteners Assembling the Refrigerator Handles 1 Assemble the mounting fasteners a at both ends of the handle with a 1 4 in Allen wrench 2 Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the...

Page 16: ...ving the Left Refrigerator Door 1 The water supply is connected to the upper right part of the rear surface of the refrigerator Remove the ring in the joint area Hold the water supply connection and gently push the collet a to detach the water supply line as shown NOTE Disassembling Assembling the Water Lines b Collet c Tube d Insert line e Clip 2 Remove the screw f from the hinge cover at the top...

Page 17: ...or inside facing up on a nonscratching surface Removing the Freezer Drawers The Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity WARNING Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer 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 freeze...

Page 18: ... at both ends 5 Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails CAUTION Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer The handle may come off causing personal injury 6 Hold both rails and push them in simultaneously Assembling the Freezer Drawer 1 Pull out both rails simultaneously until they are fully extended 2 Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the dr...

Page 19: ... drawer Insert the Durabase basket in the rail assembly Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door CAUTION Install the right side door first 1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure 2 Fit the hinge a over the hinge lever latch b and slot it into place Rotate the lever c counterclockwise to secure the hinge...

Page 20: ...the hinge lever latch b and slot it into place Rotate the lever c clockwise and fasten the hinge 3 Connect all the wire harnesses and the ground screw 4 Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top case and pull it through the backplate 5 Hold the water supply connection and gently push in the collet d to connect the water supply line as shown Insert the tube at least 5 8 inch 15 mm into th...

Page 21: ...m the reverse osmosis system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1 4 kgf cm2 takes more than 4 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity Check to see if the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked Replace the filter if necessary Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage If the water pressure remains low call a licensed qualified plumber ...

Page 22: ...tery powered double insulated or grounded in a manner that will prevent the hazard of electric shock 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 vertical water pipe When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water ...

Page 23: ... after installation 7 Connect the tubing to the valve Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve for 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 a Saddle Type Shutoff Valve b Compression Nut c Packing Nut d Outlet Valve e Ferrule sleeve 8 Flush out the tubing Turn the main ...

Page 24: ...ght to lower it It may take several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator NOTE A flare nut wrench works best but an open end wrench will suffice Do not over tighten 2 Open both doors and check to make sure that they close easily If the doors do not close easily tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs to the left It may take several m...

Page 25: ...sert the snap ring on the middle hinge of the inner door section as shown Do not insert the ring on the hinge of the outer door section 3 Insert additional snap rings until the right door is aligned Two snap rings are provided with the unit Turning on the Power After installing plug the refrigerator s power cord into a 3 prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the final position CAUTI...

Page 26: ...esive tape from inside the refrigerator and open the refrigerator doors and the freezer drawers for ventilation Connect the power supply Check if the power supply is connected before use Turn off the icemaker Turn off the icemaker if the refrigerator is not yet connected to the water supply NOTE The icemaker water valve may buzz if the icemaker is turned on while the refrigerator is not connected ...

Page 27: ...ure is 0 F 18 C Press the Freezer button repeatedly to select a new set temperature from 6 F to 8 F 21 C to 13 C d Refrigerator Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator compartment in Celsius C or Fahrenheit F The default refrigerator temperature is 37 F 3 C Press the Refrigerator button repeatedly to select a new set temperature from 33 F to 46 F 1 C to 8 C NOTE To change the temperature...

Page 28: ... dispenser control panel Press the dispenser switch with a glass or other container to dispense cubed ice water or crushed ice CAUTION Display Mode For Store Use Only The Display Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store When activated OFF is displayed on the control panel and the display remains on for 20 seconds To de...

Page 29: ...ispensers Tall narrow glasses should be held far enough from the ice outlet to prevent ice from jamming in the ice chute A container with a very small opening should be held as close to the dispenser as possible to avoid spilling Keep the glass at a proper distance from the ice outlet A glass held too close to the outlet may prevent ice from dispensing Using the Ice and Water Dispenser Press the d...

Page 30: ...center should disassemble or repair the icemaker 1 Gently pull the handle to open the ice compartment 2 To remove the in door ice bin grip the front handle slightly lift the lower part and slowly pull out the bin as shown Assembling the In Door Ice Bin CAUTION When handling the ice bin keep hands away from the icemaker tray area to avoid personal injury Avoid touching the auto shutoff feeler arm w...

Page 31: ...g caused by ruptured water lines or connections Storing Food Food Storage Tips Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator For dated products check date code to ensure freshness CAUTION Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door bins Doing so may cause damage to...

Page 32: ...ainers without tight lids Wax paper or wax coated freezer wrap Thin semi permeable wrap NOTE If you are leaving home for a short period like a short vacation the refrigerator should be left on Refrigerated foods that are able to be frozen will stay preserved longer if stored in the freezer If you are leaving the refrigerator turned off for an extended period remove all food and unplug the power co...

Page 33: ...e refrigerator with both hands and lower it onto the guides 5 Slightly tilt up the front insert the crisper into the frame and push it back into place 6 Line up the tabs on the Door in Door case with the slots on the door and push down until it snaps into place NOTE The Door in Door feature is only available on some models Glide N Serve Using the Glide N Serve This function provides storage space ...

Page 34: ...clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact Store taller items such as a gallon container or bottles by pushing the front half of the shelf underneath the back half of the shelf Pull the front of the shelf forward to return to a full shelf Detaching the Shelf 1 Tilt up the front of the shelf and lift the shelf straigh...

Page 35: ...ightly press the button on the right refrigerator door handle Door in Door Bin This feature is only available on some models The Door in Door inner and outer door bins are removable for easy cleaning 1 To remove the door bins lift up and pull out 2 To replace the door bins slide the door bin in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place Door in Door Case This feature is only...

Page 36: ...move the bin simply lift the bin up and pull straight out 2 To replace the bin slide it in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place Durabase Using the Durabase CAUTION 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...

Page 37: ... the Wi Fi signal strength The network connection may not work properly depending on the Internet service provider The Wi Fi may not connect or the connection may be interrupted because of the home network environment If the appliance cannot be registered due to problems with the wireless signal transmission unplug the appliance and wait about a minute before trying again If the firewall on your w...

Page 38: ...nt and the receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received in...

Page 39: ...rgy Savings Lower energy usage based on time period Using the Smart Grid Function This feature responds to notification events from your utility company to run high energy consuming tasks during off peak periods when demand is lower These notification events are known as Demand Response signals If the refrigerator receives a Demand Response signal from the utility company the refrigerator will tur...

Page 40: ...ith the appliance it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the LG Customer Information Center NFC or Wi Fi equipped models can also transmit data to a smartphone using the LG Smart ThinQ application Smart Diagnosis through the Customer Information Center This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo This gives you the capability of speaking directly to our t...

Page 41: ...ts do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data you may be asked to try again The Smart Diagnosis function depends on the local call quality Bad call quality may result in poor data transmission from your phone to the call center which could cause Smart Diagnosis to malfunction ...

Page 42: ...ub in direction of grain Do not spray glass cleaner directly at the display panel Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners For products with a standard stainless steel exterior use a damp microfiber cloth and rub in the direction of the grain Dry with a paper towel to avoid streaks For stubborn stains and fingerprints use a few drops of liquid dish soap in water and rinse with hot water before drying...

Page 43: ...small parts during the installation of this product To reduce the risk associated with the ingestion of contaminants do not use with water that is microbiologicallyunsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts EPA Establishment 070595 MEX 001 Use of unauth...

Page 44: ...ing water filter on lg com Use replacement cartridge LT1000P LT1000PC or LT1000PCS CAUTION DO NOT operate the refrigerator without a water filter or water filter bypass plug installed 1 If the top shelf located below the water filter is in the highest position it will need to be removed prior to replacing the water filter To remove any shelf tilt up the front of the shelf and lift it Pull the shel...

Page 45: ... Do not dispense the entire 2 5 gallon amount continuously Press and release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF Keep the water filter bypass plug You MUST use the water filter bypass plug when a replacement water filter cartridge is not available 7 After changing the filter press and hold the Water Filter button for three seconds to reset the indicator light For furth...

Page 46: ...μg L 10 96 60 0 510 μg L 5 0 μg L NA Carbofuran 74 0 μg L 80 0 μg L 10 98 30 1 258 μg L 40 μg L NA Lindane 1 9 μg L 2 0 μg L 10 99 00 0 019 μg L 0 2 μg L NA P Dichlorobenzene 230 0 μg L 225 0 μg L 10 99 80 0 460 μg L 75 0 μg L NA 2 4 D 210 0 μg L 210 0 μg L 10 99 90 0 210 μg L 70 0 μg L NA Lead pH 6 5 140 0 μg L 150 0 μg L 10 99 60 0 560 μg L 10 0 μg L NA Lead pH 8 5 150 0 μg L 150 0 μg L 10 99 70...

Page 47: ...ter filters on the lg com website For further assistance contact the LG Electronics Customer Information Center USA 1 800 243 0000 Canada 1 888 542 2623 Replacement Cartridge LT1000P LT1000PC or LT1000PCS LG is a trademark of LG corp NSF is a trademark of NSF International Manufactured by LG Electronics INC 170 Sungsanpaechoungro Seongsan gu Gyeongsangnam do THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA Guidelines for Ap...

Page 48: ...buzzing noise from my refrigerator periodically A This may happen if you do not have a water source attached to your refrigerator and the icemaker is turned on If you do not have a water source attached to the back of the refrigerator you should turn the icemaker off Q Why does the icemaker tray look crooked A This is a normal part of the icemaker cycle The icemaker tray may appear level or with a...

Page 49: ...necting it to power Cooling system runs too much Refrigerator is replacing an older model Modern refrigerators require more operating time but use less energy due to more efficient technology Refrigerator was recently plugged in or power restored The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely The door is opened often or a large amount of food hot food was added Adding food and openin...

Page 50: ...re control is set incorrectly If the temperature is too cold adjust the control one increment at a time and wait for the temperature to stabilize Refer to the Control Panel section for more information Refrigerator is installed in a cold location When the refrigerator is operated in temperature below 41 F 5 C food can freeze in the refrigerator compartment The refrigerator should not be operated i...

Page 51: ...duce the frequency and duration of door openings Unit is installed in a hot location The refrigerator should not be operated in temperatures above 110 F 43 C A large amount of food or hot food was added to either compartment 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 effe...

Page 52: ...ion system is used Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the water pressure below the minimum amount and result in icemaker issues Refer to the Connecting the Water Line section Tubing connecting refrigerator to house supply valve is kinked The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is moved during installation or cleaning resulting in reduced water flow Straighten or repair the water suppl...

Page 53: ...the minimum amount and result in icemaker issues Refer to the Connecting the Water Line section Ice has bad taste or odor Water supply contains minerals such as sulfur A water filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems NOTE In some cases a filter may not help It may not be possible to remove all minerals odor taste in all water supplies Icemaker was recently installed Ice...

Page 54: ...ser Ice bin is empty 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 may take up to 90 minutes before additional ice is available and approximately 24 hours to completely refill the bin Water is dispensing ...

Page 55: ...ress and release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF Tubing connecting refrigerator to house supply valve is kinked The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is moved during installation or cleaning Resulting in reduced water flow Straighten or repair the water supply line and arrange it to prevent future kinks The house water supply is not connected the valve is not t...

Page 56: ...ced Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing and Replacing Refrigerator Handles and Doors section Refrigerator is not leveled properly See Door Alignment in the Refrigeration Installation section to level 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...

Page 57: ...rculating air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments Normal Operation Air is being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan 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...

Page 58: ...less network name SSID should be a combination of English letters and numbers Do not use special characters The router frequency is not 2 4 GHz Only a 2 4 GHz router frequency is supported Set the wireless router to 2 4 GHz and connect the appliance to the wireless router To check the router frequency check with your Internet service provider or the router manufacturer The distance between the app...

Page 59: ...OF THE ABOVE LIMITED WARRANTY UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL LG OR ITS U S DISTRIBUTORS DEALERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST GOODWILL LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS WORK STOPPAGE IMPAIRMENT OF OTHER GOODS COST OF REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF USE OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT TORT OR O...

Page 60: ...roper household use e g commercial or industrial use offices and recreational facilities or vehicles or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product s owner s manual Costs associated with removal and reinstallation of your Product for repairs Shelves door bins drawers handle and accessories except for internal functional parts covered under this limited warranty The cost of repair or repla...

Page 61: ...his provision Governing Law The law of the state of your residence shall govern this Limited Warranty and any disputes between us except to the extent that such law is preempted by or inconsistent with applicable federal law Fees Costs You do not need to pay any fee to begin an arbitration Upon receipt of your written demand for arbitration LG will promptly pay all arbitration filing fees to the A...

Page 62: ...rocedure in the manner described above that is by e mail or telephone no other form of notice will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty If you keep this product and do not opt out then you ac...

Page 63: ...OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NO REPRESENTATIONS SHALL BE BINDING ON LGECI LGECI DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON TO CREATE OR ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER WARRANTY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY WARRANTY OR CONDITION IS IMPLIED BY LAW IT IS LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET OUT ABOVE UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL LGECI THE MANUFA...

Page 64: ...are not approved authorized by LGECI Replacement of the water filter cartridge due to water pressure that is outside the specified operating range or due to excessive sediment in the water supply Damage or failure caused by transportation and handling including scratches dents chips and or other damage to the finish of the Product unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship...

Page 65: ... combined or consolidated with a dispute involving any other person s or entity s product or claim More specifically without limitation of the foregoing except to the extent such a prohibition is not permitted at law any dispute between you and LG shall not under any circumstances proceed as part of a class or representative action Instead of arbitration either party may bring an individual action...

Page 66: ... out of this dispute resolution procedure If you opt out neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding To opt out you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser s purchase of the product by either i sending an e mail to optout lge com with the subject line Arbitration Opt Out or ii calling 1 800 980 297...

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Page 68: ...LG Customer Information Center Register your product Online www lg com For inquiries or comments visit www lg com or call 1 800 243 0000 U S A 1 888 542 2623 CANADA ...

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