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OWNER'S MANUAL

FRENCH DOOR

REFRIGERATOR

Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the

appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

LRMXC1803* / LRMXC1813*

MFL70525038

Rev.03_070720

www.lg.com

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Page 1: ...oughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS LRMXC1803 LRMXC1813 MFL70525038 Rev 03_070720 www lg com Copyright 2020 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved us_main book book Page 1 Tuesday July 7 2020 3 07 PM ...

Page 2: ...ng on the Power 22 OPERATION 22 Before Use 23 Control Panel 24 Sabbath Mode 25 Ice and Water Dispenser 26 Ice Compartment 27 Automatic Icemaker 28 Storing Food 29 Crisper Drawers 30 Refrigerator Shelves 30 Door Bins 31 Durabase 32 SMART FUNCTIONS 32 LG ThinQ Application 34 Smart Grid Function 35 Smart Diagnosis Feature 37 MAINTENANCE 37 Cleaning 37 Air Filter 38 Water Filter 43 TROUBLESHOOTING 43 ...

Page 3: ...esponsibility to replace a 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 r...

Page 4: ...r to avoid a hazard Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands Do not modify or extend the power cord Do not use an 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 ...

Page 5: ...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 removed for proper dis...

Page 6: ...f 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 transporting a...

Page 7: ...ufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes Exterior a Control Panel Sets the refrigerator and freezer temperatures the water filter condition and the dispenser mode b Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser Dispenses purified water and ice c Refrigerator Fresh food compartment d Freezer Drawer Frozen food compartment us_main book book Page 7 Tuesday July 7 2020 3 07 PM ...

Page 8: ... the door or breaking the center door mullion ensure that the folding door mullion is folded in before closing the left hand door The door alarm will sound every 30 seconds if the door remains open longer than one minute e Water Filter Purifies water f Auto Closing Hinge The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically when pushed slightly The door only closes automatically when it i...

Page 9: ...e and Durabase Divider Provides storage for large food items 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 Description Net weight LRMXC1803 LRMXC1813 Counter depth French Door Refrigerator Bottom Freezer 262 lb 119 kg us_main book bo...

Page 10: ...s 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 us_main book book Page 10 Tuesday July 7 2020 3 07 PM ...

Page 11: ...elves as needed Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position Reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs Choosing the Proper Location Water The refrigerator must be located where a water supply can be 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 with low ...

Page 12: ...arrow for the refrigerator to pass through remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway WARNING Use two or more people to remove and install refrigerator doors and freezer drawers Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing Do not put hands feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator Be careful when handl...

Page 13: ...et 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 Pull out the water supply line f Disconnect all the wire harnesses g Unscrew the ground wire h 3 Rotate the hinge lever i counterclockwise Lift the top hinge j free of the hinge lever latch k CAUTION When lifting the hinge free of the latch be careful that the door doe...

Page 14: ... 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 freezer drawer To prevent accidents keep children and pets away from the drawer Do not leave the drawer open If the Durabase storage bin is removed from the freezer drawer there is sufficient space for a small child...

Page 15: ...n both sides 3 Lower the door into its final position and insert the screws in the rails on both sides 4 Insert the basket into the frame and push the drawer back until it clicks into place 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 th...

Page 16: ...ottom of the door Install the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge 2 Fit the hinge a over 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 colle...

Page 17: ...tection during installation to prevent injury Water Pressure You will need a cold water supply Water Pressure Models with water filter 20 120 psi 138 827 kPa Where reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to a cold water supply 40 60 psi minimum to reverse osmosis system 2 8 kgf cm2 4 2 kgf cm2 or less than 2 3 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity If the water pressure from the rever...

Page 18: ...arest frequently used drinking water line WARNING When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is battery 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...

Page 19: ...cabinet as close to the wall as possible NOTE Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 ft coiled into three turns of about 10 in diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall 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...

Page 20: ...do not close easily adjust the refrigerator s tilt using the instructions below 1 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 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 ...

Page 21: ...fter installing plug the refrigerator s power cord into a 3 prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the final position CAUTION Connect to a rated power outlet Have a certified electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding Do not damage or cut off the ground terminal of the power plug Position the Refrigerator Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate a...

Page 22: ...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 to the water supply Wait fo...

Page 23: ... the Freezer button repeatedly to select a new set temperature from 7 F to 5 F 23 C to 15 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 43 F 1 C to 7 C NOTE To change the temperature mode from F to C or ...

Page 24: ...penser switch with a glass or other container to dispense cubed ice water or crushed ice NOTE 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 deactivate activate With either refrigerato...

Page 25: ...ed check the water filter and water supply If the problem continues contact an LG Electronics Customer Information Center Do not use the water or ice until the problem is corrected Dispense ice into a glass before filling it with water or other beverages Splashing may occur if ice is dispensed into a glass that already contains liquid Some dripping may occur after dispensing Hold the cup beneath t...

Page 26: ...thin crystal glasses or containers to collect ice Such containers may chip or break resulting in glass fragments in the ice If the icemaker is turned 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 turned OFF...

Page 27: ...se ice production use the Ice Plus function The function increases both ice making and freezing capabilities In Door Icemaker a Power Switch b Auto Shutoff feeler arm Turning the Icemaker On Off To turn the automatic icemaker On Off press the power switch on the icemaker to the ON or OFF O position Normal Sounds You May Hear Keeping the power turned on to the icemaker before the water line is conn...

Page 28: ... the same day purchased is recommended Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or store in plastic containers with tight lids Storing Frozen Food Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook for further 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 ...

Page 29: ...etables in the refrigerator may cause condensation to form Wipe off the condensation with a clean cloth or a paper towel If doors are opened or closed too often warm air may penetrate the refrigerator and raise its temperature This can increase the running costs of the unit Crisper Drawers Removing the Crisper Drawers CAUTION Remove items from on top of the glass cover before removing the cover Ta...

Page 30: ...ld Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact Detaching Assembling the 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 1 To detach tilt up the front of the shelf then lift the shelf straight up at the back 2 Tilt the shelf at an angle and pull it out 3 To assemble tilt the fr...

Page 31: ...dishwasher to clean the storage bins and shelves Durabase Using the Durabase The Durabase divider allows you to organize the Durabase area into 2 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...

Page 32: ...tion The application is subject to change for product improvement purposes without notice to users Before Using LG ThinQ Application 1 Use a smartphone to check the strength of the wireless router Wi Fi network near the appliance If the distance between the appliance and the wireless router is too far the signal becomes weak It may take a long time to register or fail to install the application 2 ...

Page 33: ... in this product This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructio...

Page 34: ... offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information Smart Grid Function When the refrigerator operates in Smart Grid mode the Smart Refrigerator function can control energy usage or delay the operation of some functions to save energy during peak usage periods You can override the Smart Grid function any t...

Page 35: ...ntil the next Demand Response signal is sent You can also override the Smart Grid function using the smart phone app LG Open API You can manage Smart Grid features for the LG Smart Refrigerator Please check the detailed specifications on the notice page on us smartthinq com API List Demand Response Send demand response signal Power Saving Set saving mode Get schedule of DR Delay Defrost Energy Mon...

Page 36: ...or door 4 Press and hold the Freezer button for three seconds while continuing to hold your phone to the speaker 5 After you hear three beeps release the Freezer button 6 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished The display will count down the time Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped the diagnosis will be displayed in the application NOTE For best results ...

Page 37: ...ingerprints use a few drops of liquid dish soap in water and rinse with hot water before drying Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Inside Walls Allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick To help remove odors 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 baking...

Page 38: ...authorized water filters may result in product malfunction water leakage or water quality issues which will not be covered under the product warranty CAUTION Read and follow Use 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 120 psi 827 kPa If your water pressure exceeds 80 ps...

Page 39: ...o collect any leaking water Hold the water filter upright once it is removed to prevent any remaining water from spilling out of the water filter 3 Replace with a new water filter Insert the new filter into the filter head and rotate it clockwise until the arrow on the new filter lines up with the arrow on the filter head Swing the filter back into the compartment 4 Close the water filter cover 5 ...

Page 40: ...s Chlorine Taste and Odor 2 0 μg L 2 0 μg L 10 97 5 0 050 μg L N A 2 50 00 Nominal Particulate Class I 2 0 5 to 1 0 μm 12 000 000 pts mL At least 10 000 particles mL 99 80 24 000 pts ml N A 2 85 00 Asbestos 180 MFL 107 to 108 MFL fibers greater than 10 μg Lin length 99 00 1 MFL N A 2 99 00 Atrazine 8 5 μg L 9 0 μg L 10 94 10 0 500 μg L 3 0 μg L NA Benzene 15 0 μg L 15 0 μg L 10 96 60 0 510 μg L 5 ...

Page 41: ... L NA Phenytoin 200 ng L 200 40 ng L 94 80 10 40 ng L 30 ng L NA Ibuprofen 400 ng L 400 40 ng L 94 50 22 00 ng L 60 ng L NA Naproxen 140 ng L 140 40 ng L 96 10 5 46 ng L 20 ng L NA Estrone 120 ng L 140 40 ng L 96 10 4 68 ng L 20 ng L NA Bisphenol A 2000 ng L 2000 40 ng L 98 90 22 00 ng L 300 ng L NA Nonyl Phenol 1600 ng L 1400 40 ng L 97 10 46 40 ng L 200 ng L NA Guidelines for Application Water S...

Page 42: ...om 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 LT1000PCS or ADQ747935 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 us_main book book Page 42 Tues...

Page 43: ...efrigerator 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 slight tilt The change...

Page 44: ...trol ON Refer to the Setting the Controls section for proper temperature settings Refrigerator is set to Demo Mode Demo Mode allows the lights and control display to work normally while disabling cooling to save energy while the refrigerator is on the showroom floor See the FAQs section of this manual for instructions on how to disable Demo Mode Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle During the defr...

Page 45: ... 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 Doors are not closed correctly See the Doors will not close correctly or pop open section Weather is humid Humid weather allows additional moisture to enter the compartments when the doors are opened leading to condensation or frost M...

Page 46: ...s from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow Rearrange items to allow air to flow throughout the compartment Doors are opened often or for long periods of time When the doors are opened often or for long periods of t...

Page 47: ...s 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 supply line and a...

Page 48: ...n 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 that has been stored for too l...

Page 49: ...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 Problem Possible Cause Solution Water is dispensing slow...

Page 50: ...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 turned on fully or the valve is ...

Page 51: ...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 gaskets after cleaning...

Page 52: ...gerator 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 Normal Operation Vibrating If ...

Page 53: ...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 appliance and the router i...

Page 54: ... EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THE PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION 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 LO...

Page 55: ...al operation Products used for other than normal and proper household use e g commercial or industrial use offices and recreational facilities or vehicles or contrary to the Product owner s manual Costs associated with removal and reinstallation of the Product for repairs Replacement of light bulbs filters or any consumable parts The removal and reinstallation of the Product if it is installed in ...

Page 56: ...n to the AAA in the manner described in the AAA Rules You must also send a copy of your written demand to LG at LG Electronics USA Inc Attn Legal Department Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue Englewood Cliffs NJ 07632 If there is a conflict between the AAA Rules and the rules set forth in this section the rules set forth in this section will govern This arbitration provision is governed by the Federal ...

Page 57: ...ress b the date on which the product was purchased c the product model name or model number and d the serial number the serial number can be found i on the product or ii online by accessing https www lg com us support repair service schedule repair continued and clicking on Find My Model Serial Number You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above that is by...

Page 58: ... 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 MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR OF THE PROD...

Page 59: ...ized 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 and is reported to LGE...

Page 60: ...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 in small claims court but that...

Page 61: ...solution 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 2973 You must include in t...

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