LG Electronics Refrigerator LFX21960 User Manual

1-888-LGCANADA  
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FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE  
EL SERVICIO DE ATENCIÒN AL CLIENTE DE LG  
POUR SERVICE À LA CLIENTÈLE DE LG  
BOTTOM FREEZER  
REFRIGERATOR  
User’s Guide  
Please read this guide thoroughly  
before operating and keep it handy for  
reference at all times.  
CONGELADOR  
INFERIOR  
REFRIGERADOR  
Guía para el Uso y Cuidado  
Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes  
utilizar el frigorífico y guárdelas como referencia  
para el futuro.  
CONGÉLATEUR  
INFÉRIEUR  
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR  
Guide d’Utilisation et  
d’Entretien  
Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre  
en marche l'unité et conservez-le à portée de la  
main pour le consulter à tout moment.  
Models / Modelos / Modèles  
LFX25970**/LFX21970 /LFX25960 /LFX21960  
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**  
**  
P/No. 3828JL8097C  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
English Version  
2
40  
78  
3
Crisper Humidity Control  
24  
24  
Spanish Version  
Removing Crisper  
French Version  
Crisper Cover With Lattice On Inner  
Surface  
25  
25  
26  
26  
Warranty (U.S.A.)  
Warranty (CANADA)  
Safety Instructions  
Grounding Requirements  
Parts And Features  
Refrigerator Installation  
Unpacking Your Refrigerator  
Installation  
Dairy Bin  
4
Modular Door Bin  
Egg Box  
5–6  
6
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Freezer Section  
7
Tilting Door  
26  
26  
8–17  
8
Tilt-Out Door Basket  
Ice Bin  
26  
8
Durabase  
27  
Removing And Replacing  
Your Refrigerator Handles  
And Doors  
Durabase Divider  
Pull Out Drawer  
27  
9–16  
17  
27  
Leveling And Door Alignment  
Base Cover  
Filter  
28  
17  
Care And Cleaning  
General Cleaning Tips  
Outside  
29–30  
29  
Using Your Refrigerator  
Setting The Controls  
18–28  
18  
29  
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation  
18  
Inside Walls  
29  
Diagnosis (Failure Detection) Function 19  
Door Liner And Gaskets  
Plastic Parts  
29  
How To Use A New Door Ice Bucket  
Adjusting Control Settings  
Food Storage Guide  
20  
21  
21  
22  
29  
Condenser Coils  
Light Bulb Replacement  
Power Interruptions  
When You Go On Vacation  
When You Move  
About The Automatic Icemaker  
Connecting The Water Line  
Troubleshooting Guide  
29  
29–30  
30  
Storing Frozen Food  
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Refrigerator Section  
30  
Water Dispenser  
Refrigerator Shelves  
Bottle Holder  
22  
23  
23  
24  
24  
30  
31  
32–34  
35–38  
Snack Pan  
Optibin Crisper  
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LG ELECTRONICS, INC.  
LG REFRIGERATOR LIMITED WARRANTY - USA  
Your LG Refrigerator will be will repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or  
workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") set forth below, effective from the date  
("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser  
of the product and effective only when used in the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.  
WARRANTY PERIOD:  
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:  
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER  
In-Home Service (Except Model GR051):  
Please retain dealer’s dated bill of sale or delivery  
ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for proof of  
warranty, and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the  
service person at the time warranty service is  
provided.  
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase.  
PARTS: One Year from the Date of Purchase.  
SEALED SYSTEM (Compressor, Condenser, and  
Evaporator)  
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase.  
Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the  
appropriate option to locate your nearest LG  
Authorized Service Center. (Phones are answered  
24 hours a day, 365 days per year.)  
PARTS: Seven years from the Date of Purchase.  
Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted  
for the remaining portion of the original unit’s warranty  
period.  
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT  
LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE  
EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS  
WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS U.S. DISTRIBUTOR SHALL BE LIABLE  
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE,  
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER  
BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may  
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to  
state.  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:  
Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, or  
correction of unauthorized repairs.  
Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the  
requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized  
modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.  
Repairs when your LG refrigerator is used in other than normal, single-family household use.  
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.  
CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS  
To obtain Customer Assistance, Product Information, or  
Dealer or Authorized Service Center location:  
Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per  
year) and select the appropriate option from the menu.  
TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL:  
LG Customer Interactive Center  
P. O. Box 240007  
201 James Record Road  
Huntsville, Alabama 35824  
ATTN: CIC  
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LIMITED WARRANTY (CANADA)  
LG REFRIGERATOR  
LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in  
material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period listed below from the date of original  
purchase. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as  
long as it is in any Canadian Province.  
WARRANTY PERIOD  
MODEL# : LFX25970**/LFX21970**/LFX25960**/LFX21960** LABOR : 2 Years PARTS : 2 Years  
SEALED SYSTEM : Labor/ 2 Years, Parts/ 5 Years (Compressor, condenser, and evaporator)  
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED : Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the appropriate  
prompt. Please have product type (refrigerator) and ZIP Code ready.  
See our website at http://www.lg.ca  
This warranty provides in-home service.  
No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,  
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE  
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. SHALL NOT  
BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY  
OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR  
INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED  
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO  
THIS PRODUCT.  
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives  
you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province.  
THE ABOVE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:  
1. Service trips to your home to deliver and pickup, install, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, plumbing,  
or correction of unauthorized repairs.  
2. Damage to the product caused by accident, vermin, fire, flood, alteration, misues, abuse, improper installation, or acts  
of God.  
3. Commercial use or use for other than the intended purpose.  
Therefore, these costs are the responsibility of the consumer.  
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:  
To Prove Warranty Coverage:  
Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase.  
A copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time  
warranty service is provided.  
To Obtain Product, Customer, or  
Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the  
appropriate prompt.  
Service Assistance  
by phone:  
or by Internet:  
To Obtain Nearest Authorized  
Service Center, Parts Distributor,  
Call 1-888-542-2623 (1-888-LG-CANADA) and choose the  
appropriate prompt. Please have your product type  
(refrigerator) and ZIP Code ready.  
or Sales Dealer  
by phone:  
or by Internet:  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.  
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you  
of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.  
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard  
signal word DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:  
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.  
DANGER  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.  
WARNING  
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,  
may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.  
CAUTION  
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if  
the instructions are not followed.  
WARNING  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury  
to persons when using your product, basic safety  
precautions should be followed, including the following.  
This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance  
with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped  
to the front of the refrigerator.  
Read all instructions before using this appliance.  
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold  
surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp  
or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.  
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power  
cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from  
the outlet.  
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 icemaking mechanism  
while the refrigerator is plugged in.  
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that  
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a  
cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length  
or at either the plug or connector end.  
DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed  
completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in  
Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:  
When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,  
be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.  
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors  
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.  
You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if  
they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold—below  
40°F (4°C).  
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the  
refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could  
damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.  
…Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have any off-  
odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be  
eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor  
or color of any food is poor or questionable, dispose of it.  
The food may be dangerous to eat.  
Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between  
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful  
closing doors when children are in the area.  
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any  
repairs.  
NOTE: Service should be preformed by a qualified  
technician.  
Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating  
quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared  
foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than  
that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as  
possible to save as much of their quality as you can.  
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the  
refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse  
box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A  
burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.)  
NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position  
does not remove power to the light circuit.  
• Do not modify or extend the power cord  
length.  
It will cause electric shock or fire.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT  
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous…  
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY  
YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR  
OR FREEZER  
even if they will sit for just a few days. If you are  
deposing of your old refrigerator, please follow the  
instructions at right to help prevent accidents.  
Take off the doors.  
Leave the shelves in place so that  
children may not easily climb inside.  
CFC DISPOSAL  
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used  
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm  
stratospheric ozone.  
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure  
the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a  
qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC  
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment  
under provisions of environmental legislation.  
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS  
separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.  
Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch  
or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.  
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.  
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY  
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered,  
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it  
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.  
WARNING  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the  
third (ground) prong from the power cord.  
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must be  
properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the  
circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure  
the outlet is properly grounded.  
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,  
cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control  
(Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control,  
depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the  
refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are  
finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source  
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or  
Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired  
setting.  
3-prong  
grounding type  
wall receptacle  
3-prong  
grounding  
plug  
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS  
Ensure proper  
ground exists  
before use.  
Because of potential safety hazards under certain  
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of  
an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an  
extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a  
UL-listed (USA), 3-wire grounding type appliance  
extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet,  
and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes  
(minimum) and 120 volts.  
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD  
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own  
individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for  
115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes.  
This provides the best performance and also prevents  
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire  
hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a  
Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance  
needed for the back of the refrigerator.  
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PARTS AND FEATURES  
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Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.  
NOTE:This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some  
or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.  
Refrigerator Light (p. 27)  
I Tilt-Out Door Basket (p. 24)  
A
Ice Bucket  
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B Filter (Inside) (p. 26)  
Durabase (p. 25)  
Divider (p. 25)  
Ice Room Door  
C
D
E
Modular Door Bins (p. 24)  
Refrigerator Shelves (p. 21)  
Ice Bin (p. 24)  
Optibin Crisper (p. 22)  
(Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh  
and crisper)  
Water Tank Cover  
Snack Pan (p. 22)  
Egg Box (p. 24)  
Ice Room (p. 18)  
F
Dairy Bin (p. 23)  
Bottle Holder (p. 21)  
(Ice Maker and Ice Bucket)  
Pull out Drawer (p. 25)  
Turbo Motor  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
INSTALLATION  
WARNING  
1. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required,  
adjust the leveling legs to compensate for unevenness  
of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the  
rear to aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned  
easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling  
Excessive Weight Hazard  
Use two or more people to move and install  
refrigerator.  
legs clockwise (  
counterclockwise (  
) to raise the unit,  
) to lower it.  
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.  
2. Install this appliance in an area where the temperature  
is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C.) If the  
temperature around the appliance is too low or high,  
cooling ability may be adversely affected.  
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR  
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your  
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning-  
type labels, the model and serial number label, or the  
TechSheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.  
3. Allow the clearance of at least 2 inch from the ceiling and 1  
inch from the side walls for better cooling efficiency, ease of  
installation, proper air circulation and electrical connections.  
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area  
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be  
easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish  
soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm  
water and dry.  
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CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,  
direct sunlight or moisture.  
NEXT  
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable  
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These  
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For  
more information, see the Important Safety Instructions  
section.  
1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust  
accumulated during shipping.  
2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers,  
shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed  
together to prevent possible damage during shipment.  
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.  
3. Let your refrigerator run for at least 2 or 3 hours before  
putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the  
freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your  
refrigerator is now ready for use.  
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual  
storage needs.  
WARNING  
When Moving Your Refrigerator:  
w WARNING  
Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille,  
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the  
stopper etc. You may be injured.  
refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect  
the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out  
when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator  
when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.  
Do not put hands or foot or metal sticks into air vents,  
base grille, or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured  
or receive an electrical shock.  
WARNING  
Explosion Hazard  
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as  
gasoline, away from refrigerator.  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES (LFX25960**/LFX21960** Models)  
To move refrigerator through a house door, it may be necessary to remove the refrigertor door handles.  
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from  
illustrations on this page.  
1. Removing Refrigerator Handle  
Grasp the handle tightly with both hands  
and slide the handle up (1)(this may  
require some force).  
The keyhole slots (2) on the back of the  
handle allow the handle to separate from  
the mounting screws (3).  
w CAUTION: The handle could be  
damaged if you hit it with a hammer  
while removing or attaching.  
Screws  
mounted  
on door  
Keyhole slots  
on back of  
handle  
w CAUTION: When you assemble or  
disassemble handle, you must push or  
pull with reasonable force.  
2. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle  
Screws  
mounted  
on door  
Press the handle against door first.  
Grasp the handle tightly with both hands  
and slide the handle to right (1)(this may  
require some force).  
The keyhole slots (2) on the back of the  
handle allow the handle to separate from  
the mounting screws (3).  
Keyhole slots  
on back of  
handle  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES (LFX25960**/LFX21960** Models)  
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from  
illustrations on this page.  
1. Reinstalling the Refrigerator Door Handle  
Align keyhole slots (1) on the top and  
bottom of the back of the handle with the  
screws (2) mounted on the front of the  
door.  
Press the handle against the door front,  
making sure that the screws (2) go into the  
keyhole slots (1).  
Holding the handle with both hands, press  
it firmly against the front of the door and  
slide the handle down (3).  
Screws  
mounted  
on door  
Screws  
mounted  
on door  
2. Reinstalling the Freezer Drawer Handle  
Align keyhole slots (4) on the right and left  
sides of the back of the handle with the  
screws (5) mounted on the front of the  
drawer.  
Press the handle against the drawer front,  
making sure that the screws (5) go into the  
keyhole slots (4).  
Holding the handle with both hands, press  
it firmly against the front of the drawer and  
slide the handle to the left (6).  
Keyhole slots  
on back of  
handle  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES (LFX25970**/LFX21970** Models)  
To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer door handles.  
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.  
1. Removing Refrigerator Handle  
Loosen the set screws with the 3/32Allen  
wrench and remove the handle.  
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners  
Mounting  
Fasteners  
need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4”  
Allen wrench.  
Set Screw  
Allen Wrench  
2. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle  
Loosen the set screws located on the lower  
side of the handle with the 3/32Allen  
wrench and remove the handle.  
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners  
need to be tightened or removed, use a 1/4”  
Allen wrench.  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES (LFX25970**/LFX21970** Models)  
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.  
1. Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle  
Place the handle on the door by adjusting handle  
footprints to fit mounting fastners and tighten the set  
screws with the 3/32Allen wrench.  
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be  
tightened or removed use a 1/4Allen wrench.  
Mounting  
Fasteners  
2. Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle  
Place the handle on the door by adjusting handle  
footprints to fit mounting fastners and tighten the set  
screws on the bottom of the handle with a 3/32”  
Allen wrench.  
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be  
tightened or removed use a 1/4Allen wrench.  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS  
1. Removing Refrigerator Door  
w CAUTION: Before you begin, unplug the refrigerator. Remove food and bins from doors.  
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Left Door - FIG.2  
1. Disconnect water supply tube by pushing back on the disconnect ring (4). - FIG.1  
2. Open door. Loosen top hinge cover screw (1).  
Use flat tip screwdriver to pry back hooks on front underside of cover (3). Lift up cover.  
3. Disconnect door switch wire harness (2). Remove cover.  
4. Pull out the tube.  
5. Disconnect the three wire harnesses (5). Remove the grounding screw (6).  
6. Rotate hinge lever (7) counterclockwise and remove. Lift top hinge (8) free of hinge lever latch (9).  
w CAUTION: When lifting hinge free of latch, be careful that door does not fall forward.  
7. Lift door up from middle hinge pin and remove door.  
8. Place door, inside facing up, down onto a non-scratching surface.  
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Right Door - FIG.3  
1. Open door. Loosen top hinge cover screw (1). Lift up cover (3).  
2. Disconnect door switch wire harness (2). Remove cover.  
3. Disconnect wire harness (5). Remove the grounding screw (6).  
4. Rotate hinge lever (7) clockwise and remove. Lift top hinge (8) free of hinge lever latch (9).  
w CAUTION: When lifting hinge free of latch, be careful that door does not fall forward.  
5. Lift door up from middle hinge pin (10) and remove door.  
6. Place door, inside facing up, down onto a non-scratching surface.  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
2. Reinsalling the Refrigerator Door  
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Right Door  
1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (10).  
2. Fit top hinge (8) over hinge lever latch (9) and into place. Insert hinge lever (7) under lever latch. Rotate lever  
counterclockwise to secure hinge.  
3. Install the grounding screw (6) and connect the three wire harnesses (5).  
4. Connect door switch wire harness (2).  
5. Hook tab on door switch side of cover under edge of wire opening in cabinet top. Position cover (3) into place. Insert  
and tighten cover screw (1).  
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Left Door  
1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (10).  
2. Fit top hinge (8) over hinge lever latch (9) and into place. Insert hinge lever (7) under lever latch. Rotate lever clockwise  
to secure hinge.  
3. Install the grounding screw (6) and connect the three wire harnesses (5).  
4. Connect door switch wire harness (2).Push the water supply tube into the hall on the top case and pull it out on the  
backplate.  
5. Insert the water supply tube (4) into the connector tube until you see only one scale mark.  
(Fully insert the tube over 5/8(15mm)).  
6. Hook tab on door switch side of cover (3) under edge of wire opening in cabinet top. Position cover into place. Insert  
and tighten cover screw (1).  
Correct  
Incorrect  
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION  
With both hands, hold both sides of the door and pull it  
up to separate it from the rails.  
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE  
PULLOUT DRAWER  
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or product or  
property damage, you will need two people to perform the  
following instructions.  
1. Removing Pullout Drawer  
Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the  
lower basket (1) by lifting basket from rail system.  
(If you tilt the door, it will be easier.)  
With both hands, hold the center bar and push it in to let  
both rails fitted simultaneously.  
Press both hangers with your thumbs to lift it up.  
Separate the left and right rail cover  
Remove the screws(2) of the rail on both sides.  
w CAUTION: When you remove the drawer, do not hold  
the handle. If it may come off and it could cause  
personal injury.  
w CAUTION: When laying the drawer down, be careful  
not to damage the floor or hurt your feet by the sharp  
edges on hinge side.  
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Make sure you have a right rail cover for each side.  
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE  
PULLOUT DRAWER  
Right  
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or product or  
property damage, you will need two people to perform the  
following instructions.  
Rail Cover  
Left  
2. Installing Pullout Drawer  
Rail Cover  
With both hands, hold the center bar and push it out to  
let both rails out to full extension simultaneously.  
Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of  
the door supports to assemble the rail covers.  
Assembly Hole  
Hook door supports (1) into rail tabs (2).  
With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the  
lower basket (4) in the rail assembly.  
Lower door into final position and tighten the screws (3).  
w WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet  
entrapment or suffocation risk. DO NOT allow them to  
play inside of drawer.  
w WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on freezer door.  
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3. Open both doors again and check to make sure that  
LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT  
they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more  
to the rear by turning both leveling legs clockwise. It  
may take several more turns, and you should turn both  
leveling legs the same amount.  
Leveling  
Your refrigerator has two front leveling legsone on the  
right and one on the left. Adjust legs to alter tilt from front-  
to-back or side-to-side. If your refrigerator seems  
unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the  
refrigerators tilt using the instructions below:  
4. Re-adjust if necessary.  
5. Reinstall the base cover.  
NOTE: Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with  
two fresh food doors. Either door can be opened or  
closed independently of one another. You may have to  
exert slight pressure on doors to get them to close  
completely.  
1. Plug the refrigerators power cord into a 3-prong grounded  
outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final position. Remove  
the base cover.  
To remove the base cover  
1. Open the Freezer Drawer. (Drawer not shown for clarity.)  
2. Once drawer is open there is sufficient clearance to  
remove legs on top of cover.  
Door Alignment  
To replace base cover  
Place cover into position and insert and tighten legs.  
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the  
instructions below to align the doors:  
1. With one hand, lift up the door you want to raise at  
middle hinge.  
2. With other hand, use pliers to insert snap ring as  
shown.  
3. Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned.  
(Three snap rings are provided with the refrigerator.)  
2. Turn the leveling leg clockwise to raise that side of the  
refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it. It may take  
several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the  
refrigerator.  
NOTE: Having someone push backward against the  
top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the  
leveling legs. This makes it easier to adjust the legs.  
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Filter  
SETTING THE CONTROLS  
• It displays in months the number of months left to  
exchange the filter from the moment power is connected  
to the refrigerator.  
• If you have changed the filter after 6 months of use or  
want to reset the filter display, press and hold the Filter  
Reset Button 3 seconds or more and the filter display  
will be initialized with a buzzing sound.  
Temperature  
Your refrigerator has a control pad on the dispenser that lets  
you regulate the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator  
compartments.  
• Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37°F (3°C)  
and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0°F (–18°C). Leave it at  
this setting for 24 hours (one day) to stabilize. Then adjust  
the compartment temperature as desired.  
NOTE : The average life of the filter is 6 months.  
Auto Light (LFX25970**/LFX21970** only)  
• The dispenser lamp is on or off automatically by brightness of  
the room discovered from the light senser.  
Light / Light Sensor (LFX25970**/LFX21970** only)  
• If the light is set “Auto” mode, dispenser light will automatically  
turn on and off according to the brightness of room detected by  
light sensor.  
(LFX25970**/LFX21970**)  
Alarm  
• When the power is connected to the refrigerator, door  
alarm is initially set OFF and door alarm display will  
show  
. When you touch  
button, the display will  
change to  
and door alram function is now activated.  
(LFX25960**/LFX21960**)  
• When either refrigerator or the freezer door is left open  
for more than 60 seconds, the alarm will ding to let you  
know the door is open.  
• When you close the door, the door alarm will stop dinging.  
• If you want to disable the door alarm function, touch  
• Every time you touch the freezer temperature adjust  
button, the temperature changes in a circulating order of  
“0”¡“-1” ¡“-2”¡“-3”¡“-4”¡“-6”¡“8”¡“6”¡“5” ¡“4”¡“3”  
¡“2”¡“1”¡“0”.  
• Every time you touch the refrigerator temperature adjust  
button, the temperature changes in a circulating order of  
“37”¡“36”¡“35”¡“34”¡“32”¡“47”¡“45”¡“44”¡“43”¡“42”  
¡“41”¡“40”¡“39”¡“38”¡“37”.  
button then the door alarm display will switched to  
.
Lock  
• When the power is initially connected to the refrigerator,  
Lock Function is Off.  
• If you want to activate Lock Function to lock other  
w CAUTION: The control display is operated by touch.  
Excessive moisture on the display may cause a  
malfunction. Please keep display clean and dry.  
NOTE: This is to prevent the unintended working error  
when touching again. When 10 seconds has passed  
since final touch, the existed display blinks once and  
then the key starts to work by second touch.  
(LFX25960**/LFX21960** only)  
buttons, press and hold  
more. sign will be displayed and the Lock Function  
is now enabled.  
• No buttons other than  
including dispenser button while Lock Function is  
enabled.  
To disable the Lock Function, press and hold  
button for 3 seconds or  
button will work even  
Ice Plus  
button  
• When you touch the “ICE PLUS” button, the graphic  
for 3 seconds or more.  
[
] will light up in the display and it continues for 24hours.  
It will automatically shut off after 24hours have passed.  
Or you can stop this function manually by touching the  
button one more time.  
• This function imcreases both icemaking and freezing  
capabilities.  
Temperature Mode Switch Function (°F <->°C)  
• If you want to convert °F to °C or vice versa, press and  
hold button and button simultaneously for 5  
seconds or more.  
Dispenser  
You can select water, crushed ice, or cubed ice by  
ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION  
Do not block air channels with any objects or food for air  
circulation to prevent food loss due to the lack of cooling  
air.  
touching  
button as you desire.  
• There could be some dripping after dispensing.  
It is recommended to hold your cup for a couple  
of seconds after dispensing.  
NOTE : The dispenser is desinged not to operate  
while either refrigerator door is left open.  
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w CAUTIONS  
Throw away the first 20 ice cubes made, and the first 7 glass of dispensed water after installation.  
This is also recommended if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.  
Keep children away from the dispenser.  
Children may play with or damage the controls.  
Ice Bucket  
Storing cans or other items in the ice bucket may damage the  
icemaker.  
Ice Room Door  
Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice cubes.  
Such glasses or containers may be broken.  
Get ice cubes first into a glass before dispensing water.  
Water may splash if it is done in opposite way..  
Keep your hands and tools out of the ice room door and dispenser  
chute..  
You could break something or injure yourself.  
Shake the ice bucket occasionally to level the ice in it.  
Sometimes the ice piles up near the icemaker, causing the icemaker to misread the amount of ice cubes and stop  
producing ice.  
Never use narrow or deep glass.  
Ice could be stuck inside dispenser chute and, thus the refrigerator could fail.  
Keep the glass at a proper distance from dispenser chute.  
A glass too close to the outlet may hinder ice from coming out.  
Keep the ice room door closed tightly after opening it.  
If the ice room door were not closed tightly, the cold air in the ice room would come into refrigerator compartment and  
freeze food. This could cause the ice maker not to produce ice.  
Close the ice room door until you hear the sound "flick".  
When the door doesn't properly close, ice in the ice room could be melt, or  
frost and icicle could be formed within the refrigerator.  
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HOW TO USE A NEW DOOR ICE BUCKET  
The ice maker will stop producing ice when ice bucket is full. If you need more ice, please use the extra ice bucket in  
freezer compartment so icemaker can keep producing ice.  
How to remove the Door Ice Bucket.  
1 . Grip the handle as shown in  
the picture  
2. Lift the lower part slightly.  
3. Take the ice bucket out slowly.  
How to reinstall the Door Ice Bucket.  
1 . Replace ice bucket by slightly slanting it to avoid  
touching the ice maker.  
* Avoid touching the automatic shut off arm when  
replacing the ice bucket.  
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ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS  
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE  
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before  
making final adjustments. It is best to wait 24 hours  
before doing this. The mid-settings indicated in the  
previous section should be correct for normal household  
refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when  
milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream  
is firm.  
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.  
Items  
How to  
The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the  
entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections). The  
higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will  
run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control  
adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the  
refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower  
temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer  
compartment to make it colder.  
Keep opened butter in a covered  
Butter or  
margarine  
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dish or closed compartment.  
When storing an extra supply,  
wrap in freezer packaging and  
freeze.  
Store in the original wrapping until  
you are ready to use it. Once  
opened, rewrap tightly in plastic  
wrap or aluminum foil.  
Cheese  
Milk  
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If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or  
freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator. Then wait 24  
hours before checking the freezer temperature. If it is too  
warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control.  
Wipe milk cartons. For best  
storage, place milk on interior  
shelf, not on door shelf.  
Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.  
Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between  
adjustments.  
Store in original carton or Egg Box  
on interior shelf, not on door shelf.  
Eggs  
Fruit  
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CONDITION/  
REASON:  
RECOMMENDED  
ADJUSTMENT:  
Wash, let dry, and store in  
refrigerator in plastic bags or in  
the crisper. Do not wash or hull  
berries until you are ready to use  
them. Sort and keep berries in  
their original container in a  
crisper, or store in a sloosely  
closed paper bag on a refrigerator  
shelf.  
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REFRIGERATOR section too  
warm  
Set REFRIGERATOR  
control to next lower  
number, wait 24  
Door opened often  
Large amount of food added  
Room temperature very warm  
hours, then re-check  
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FREEZER section too  
warm/ice not made fast  
enough  
Set FREEZER control  
to next lower number,  
wait 24 hours, then re-  
check  
Remove store wrapping and trim  
or tear off bruised and discolored  
areas. Wash in cold water and  
drain. Place in plastic bag or  
plastic container and store in  
crisper.  
Leafy vegetables  
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Door opened often  
Large amount of food added  
Very cold room temperature  
(cant cycle often enough)  
Heavy ice usage  
Air vents blocked by items  
Move items out of  
airstream  
Place in plastic bags or plastic  
container and store in crisper.  
Vegetables with  
skins (carrots,  
peppers)  
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REFRIGERATOR section too  
cold  
Set REFRIGERATOR  
control to next higher  
number, wait 24  
Controls not set correctly for  
your conditions  
Use fresh fish and shellfish the  
same day purchased.  
Fish  
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hours, then re-check  
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FREEZER section too cold  
Set FREEZER control  
to next higher number,  
wait 24 hours, then re-  
check  
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap  
or aluminum foil. Plastic  
containers with tight lids can also  
be used.  
Leftovers  
Controls not set correctly for  
your conditions  
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STORING FROZEN FOOD  
REFRIGERATOR SECTION  
NOTE: For further information about preparing food for  
freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a  
reliable cookbook.  
WATER DISPENSER  
Tray can be easily removed by pressing and pulling it.  
Packaging  
Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When  
you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or  
moisture in or out. If it does, you could have food odor  
and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry  
out frozen food.  
Packaging recommendations  
Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids  
Straight-sided canning/freezing jars  
Heavy-duty aluminum foil  
Plastic-coated paper  
Non-permeable plastic wraps  
Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags  
Tilt up the front of tray slightly and snap the ribs into the  
holes to reinstall the tray.  
Follow package or container instructions for proper  
freezing methods.  
Do not use  
Bread wrappers  
Non-polyethylene plastic containers  
Containers without tight lids  
Ribs  
Holes  
Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap  
Thin, semi-permeable wrap  
w CAUTION: Do not keep beverage cans or plastic food  
containers in the freezer compartment. They may break  
if they freezer.  
Freezing  
Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of  
food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than  
will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs of food  
per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave enough space in  
the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful  
to leave enough room at the front so the door can close  
tightly.  
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type  
of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and  
moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals  
inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means  
that moisture in the food and air inside the package have  
condensed, creating ice crystals.  
w WARNING: Do not throw your hands in the water & ice  
opening. Doing so can result in amputation or cuts.  
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for  
30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods  
before freezing saves energy.  
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w CAUTION: Make sure that shelves are level from one  
REFRIGERATOR SHELVES  
side to the other. Failure to do so may result in the  
shelf falling or spilling food.  
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet  
your individual storage needs. Your model may have  
glass or wire shelves.  
Sliding Out Shelves  
Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and  
adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will  
make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also  
reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open,  
saving energy.  
You can slide glass shelves in and out of your refrigerator  
as follows.  
To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf  
toward you.  
To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.  
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm  
water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed  
to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as  
bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made  
with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebble-  
sized pieces.  
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when  
removing them to avoid dropping them.  
Adjusting Shelves  
Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace  
shelves in the position you want.  
To remove a shelfTilt up the front of the shelf in the  
direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the  
shelf out.  
BOTTLE HOLDER  
Bottles can be stored laterally with this bottle holder. It  
can be attached to any shelf.  
To reinstall a shelfTilt the front of the shelf up and  
guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height.  
Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop  
into the slots.  
Bottle holder can be removed by pulling it straight out and  
installed by placing it at the end of the shelf you want and  
pushing it inward.  
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SNACK PAN  
REMOVING CRISPER  
u Crispers without rails  
While holding the chef fresh with one hand, pull it forward  
slightly.  
1. To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension.  
2. Lift the front of the crisper up, then pull it straight out.  
3. To install, slightly tilt up the front and insert the drawer  
into the frame and push it back into place.  
OPTIBIN CRISPERS  
u Crispers with rails  
To remove crisper  
1. Pull the drawer out to full extension.  
2. Lift the front of the crisper up and pull it straight out.  
2
1
To replace crisper  
1. Push rails to the back of the compartment.  
The Optibin Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and  
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the  
crisper. The Optibin Crispers include: 1) a humidity control  
knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2) a large lattice on  
the inner surface of the cover to hold or release moisture.  
CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL  
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-  
sealed crispers. Store vegetables or fruits requiring more  
or less humidity in separate crispers. Adjust the control to  
2. Insert the back corner of the crisper into the frame.  
any setting between  
and  
lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of  
fruits.  
.
keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of  
fresh, leafy vegetables.  
3. Slightly tilt up the front and push the drawer back until it  
snaps into place.  
w CAUTION: The glass shelf over the crisper is not firmly  
secured. Be careful when tilting.  
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To remove crisper door flap  
1. Remove crisper cover (as illustrated above).  
2. Hold the glass cover and turn the crisper cover over.  
3. For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the cover  
outward to remove lattice.  
1. Raise the door flap as high as it will open.  
2. Press the plastic hinge toward the center of the door  
flap with your finger.  
3. Lift the door out of its place.  
4. To replace, reverse the above procedure.  
1
2
To replace lattice on inner surface  
1. For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 (closed to glass  
cover)and pull sides of the cover to insert lattice.  
To remove the glass  
1. Lift up the glass after inserting a finger into a hole  
under the crisper cover.  
2. Pull the glass up and out.  
2
3
1
CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER  
SURFACE  
DAIRY BIN  
1. To remove the dairy bin, simply lift it and pull straight  
To remove the lattice on inner surface  
out.  
2. To replace the dairy bin, slide it in above the desired  
location and push down until it stops.  
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w WARNING: Be careful when you open tilting door so  
MODULAR DOOR BIN  
that you do not injure your foot!  
The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and  
adjusting.  
1. To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull  
straight out.  
2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support  
button and push down until it stops.  
TILT-OUT DOOR BASKET(LFX25***** only)  
To remove basket  
1. Pull one of the brackets upward.  
2. Remove basket from both brackets.  
To replace basket  
1. Insert bracket into one side. Hook end of basket into  
bracket.  
2. Hook other basket end into other bracket. Push bracket  
down into place.  
3. Be sure back of basket goes behind retention tab on  
each bracket.  
w WARNING: Somebody can be hurt if door bins are not  
firmly assembled.  
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w NOTE: DO NOT adjust a bin that is loaded with food.  
w CAUTION: DO NOT allow children to play with  
baskets. Sharp corners on baskets could cause injury.  
EGG BOX  
Store the egg box on interior shelf, not on door shelf.  
w CAUTION: Do not use the egg box as an ice storage  
bin in the freezer compartment. The egg box can easily  
break if it freezes.  
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ICE BIN  
1. To separate the ice bin, pull out the drawer as much as  
possible.  
FREEZER SECTION  
2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.  
3. To install, pull out the drawer as much as possible and set  
TILTING DOOR  
the ice bin in its correct position, then push in the drawer.  
The tilting door provides easy access for stored foods.  
DRAWER  
How to use  
Tilt the door down and pull it out.  
ICE BIN  
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DURABASE  
PULL OUT DRAWER  
1. To remove the Durabase, push it back to the end as  
much as possible. Tilt up the front of the Durabase and  
pull straight out.  
To separate the drawer, push the front left and right hooks  
in direction to pull up and remove.  
Then gently lift the gear part of rear left and right side of  
the drawer and pull it out in direction.  
2. To install, insert the Durabase in rail assembly.  
1
3
2
1
2
To install, reposition the gear part of rear left and right  
side of the drawer after pulling out both rails as much as  
possible, and gently push down both left and right side  
while checking the hook on the front part.  
DURABASE DIVIDER  
Hook  
The Durabase divider allows you to organize the  
Durabase area into sections.  
1. To remove, pull divider staight up.  
2. To install, hook top corners of divider over top edge of  
durabase.  
w WARNING: When the divider of the freezer drawer is  
removed, children may crawl inside.  
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FILTER  
2. Replace with a new cartridge.  
Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and  
remove protective cover from the o-rings.  
It is recommended that you replace the filter when the  
water filter indicator light turns on or your water dispenser  
or ice maker performance decreases noticeably.  
With cartridge knob in the vertical position, push the  
new filter cartridge into the cover until it stops.  
After changing the water filter cartridge, reset the water  
filter status display and indicator light by pressing and  
holding the button for 3 seconds.  
If you cant turn the filter from side to side, it isnt fully  
inserted. Push it in firmly and twist it into place. You  
will hear the snap when it clicks into place.  
1. Remove the old cartridge.  
Place a container under  
the hole of filter holder.  
Using its handle, twist the cartridge clockwise about 1/4  
turn. You will hear the snap when it clicks into place.  
NOTE: When filter is being removed, the water drains  
through the hole.  
Rotate the knob of the  
cartridge counter  
clockwise.  
3. Flushing the Water System After Replacing Filter  
Dispense water through the water dispenser for 3  
minutes to purge the system.  
Pull out the filter cartridge.  
NOTE: To purchase replacement water filter cartridges,  
visit your local appliance dealer or part distributor. You  
1-877-714-7481. The replacement water filter cartridges  
part number is 5231JA2006B.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug  
the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker  
or fuse box.  
NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position  
does not remove power to the light circuit.  
Explosion Hazard  
Use non-flammable cleaner.  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be  
sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape  
and wattage.  
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost  
automatically. However, clean both sections about once  
a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.  
To change Refrigerator Light Bulbs  
1. Unplug Refrigerator, or disconnect power at the circuit  
breaker.  
GENERAL CLEANING TIPS  
2. If necessary, remove top shelf or shelves.  
3. Using a flat instrument, gently pry the lamp cover loose in  
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.  
the front as shown. Rotate downward to remove rear tabs.  
Remove all removable parts, such as shelves,  
crispers, etc. Refer to sections in Using Your  
Refrigerator for removal instructions.  
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in  
warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.  
4. Make sure the bulbs are cool to the touch.  
Turn bulbs counterclockwise to remove. Insert new bulb(s).  
5. Assemble in reverse order by snapping the Lamp Cover  
in, engaging the rear tabs followed by the front tabs.  
Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.  
Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.  
OUTSIDE  
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust  
protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal  
surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or  
auto paste wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.  
For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean  
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.  
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly  
with a soft cloth.  
INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so  
cloth wont 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 baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g  
soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is  
completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces  
of the refrigerator.  
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CAUTION: While cleaning the inside, do not spray water.  
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS  
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,  
bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic  
refrigerator parts.  
PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)  
Do not use window sprays, abrasive cleansers, or flammable  
fluids. These can scratch or damage the material.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
To change freezer light  
WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION  
1. Unplug refrigerator power cord form outlet.  
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you  
are away, follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator  
before you leave.  
2. Using a flat instrument, gently pry the lamp cover loose  
in the front as shown. Rotate downward to remove the  
rear tabs.  
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.  
3. Make sure the bulb is cool to the touch. Turn the bulb  
2. Empty the ice bin.  
counterclockwise to remove.  
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you  
leave, follow these steps.  
4. Replace with a new 60-watt appliance bulb.  
5. Insert tabs on back of cover into slots in freezer ceiling.  
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.  
Push cover up to snap front into place.  
2. Depending on your model, set the thermostat control  
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the Setting the  
Controls section.  
3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.  
4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to  
prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops  
odor and mold from building up.  
WHEN YOU MOVE  
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home,  
follow these steps to prepare it for the move.  
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all  
frozen food in dry ice.  
2. Depending on your model, turn the thermostat control  
(refrigerator control) to OFF. See the Setting the  
Controls section.  
3. Unplug the refrigerator.  
4. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.  
5. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape  
them together so they dont shift and rattle during the  
move. Refer to sections in Using your Refrigerator for  
removal instructions.  
6. Depending on the model, raise the front of the  
refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the  
leveling legs all the way so they dont scrape the floor.  
See the Door Closing section.  
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Lamp may be hot.  
7. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the  
refrigerator cabinet.  
When you get to your new home, put everything back  
and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for  
preparation instructions.  
POWER INTERRUPTIONS  
1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep  
all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay  
cold and frozen.  
2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours:  
a) Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen  
food locker.  
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ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER  
NOTE: If the cube size is smaller or larger than you  
expected, you can regulate the size with the cube size  
button.  
WARNING  
Personal Injury Hazard  
Every time you press the cube size button, the indicator  
moves up one light. The higher the light position, the  
larger the cubes will be. Pressing at the highest position  
returns the indicator to the lowest position.  
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 icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator  
is plugged in.  
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER  
POWER SWITCH TO O (OFF)  
When the water supply will be shut off for several hours.  
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  
When the ice bucket is removed for more than a minute  
or two.  
A newly-installed refrigerator may take  
12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.  
When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.  
NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR  
NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position  
before the water line is connected can damage the  
icemaker.  
Icemaker  
You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin  
and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.  
PREPARING FOR VACATION  
Automatic  
Shut off Arm  
WARNING  
If you turn the ICE Maker off with ice in the Ice Bin ,  
Cube Size  
Indicator Light  
Power Switch  
Cube Size  
Select Button  
the ice can melt and leak onto the floor.  
The icemaker will produce six cubes per cycle—  
approximately 100130 cubes in a 24-hour period,  
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room  
temperature, number of door openings and other  
operating conditions.  
When you turn off the ice maker due to a long  
vacation, empty all the ice within the ice bin.  
If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is  
made to the icemaker, set the power switch to O (off).  
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water  
supply, set the power switch to I (on).  
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing.  
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to  
begin making ice cubes.  
Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water  
line to clear.  
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the  
Automatic Shut off Arm.  
When the bin fills to the level of the Automatic Shut off  
Arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.  
It is normal for several cubes to be stuck together.  
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become  
cloudy, taste stale, and shrink.  
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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE  
Two 1/4 outer diameter  
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
compression nuts and  
2 ferrules (sleeves) to  
connect the copper tubing to  
the shutoff valve and the  
refrigerator water valve.  
This water line installation is not warranted by the  
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these  
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive  
water damage.  
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house  
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead  
to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to  
correct water hammer before installing the water supply  
line to the refrigerator.  
If your existing copper water  
line has a flared fitting at the  
end, you will need an  
adapter (available at  
plumbing supply stores) to  
connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can  
cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use  
a compression fitting.  
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up  
the water line to the hot water line.  
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water  
line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O  
(off) position.  
Shutoff valve to connect to  
the cold water line. The  
shutoff valve should have a  
water inlet with a minimum  
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where  
temperatures fall below freezing.  
inside diameter of 5/32 at  
When using any electrical device (such as a power  
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double-  
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard  
of electric shock, or is battery-powered.  
the point of connection to the  
COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are  
included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing,  
make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local  
plumbing codes.  
All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing  
code requirements.  
NOTE: Wear eye protection.  
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used  
drinking water line.  
WHAT YOU WILL NEED  
Copper Tubing, 1/4 outer  
diameter to connect the refrigerator  
to the water supply. Be sure both  
ends of the tubing are cut square.  
1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY  
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on  
the line.  
To determine how much tubing you need: measure  
the distance from the water valve on the back of the  
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet  
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet  
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  
[2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10 [25 cm] diameter) to  
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after  
installation.  
vertical water pipe. When it is  
necessary to connect into a  
A cold water supply. The water pressure must be  
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. on models without a water  
filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i. on models with a  
water filter.  
horizontal water pipe, make the  
connection to the top or side,  
rather than at the bottom, to avoid  
drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.  
Power drill.  
3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE  
Drill a 1/4hole in the water  
1/2 or adjustable  
wrench.  
pipe (even if using a self-  
Straight- and Phillips-  
piercing valve) using a  
sharp bit. Remove any burrs  
resulting from drilling the  
blade screwdriver.  
hole in the pipe. Take care  
not to allow water to drain  
into the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4hole may result in  
reduced ice production or smaller cubes.  
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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE  
7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE  
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
(CONTINUED)  
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.  
4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE  
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with  
the pipe clamp.  
Pipe Clamp  
Saddle-Type  
Shutoff Valve  
Compression  
Nut  
Packing  
Nut  
Saddle-Type  
Shutoff Valve  
Vertical Cold  
Water Pipe  
Outlet  
Valve  
Ferrule (sleeve)  
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing  
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves  
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.  
Consult with your licensed plumber.  
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing  
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves  
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.  
Consult with your licensed plumber.  
8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING  
5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP  
Turn the main water supply on  
and flush out the tubing until the  
water is clear.  
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer  
begins to swell.  
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush  
Shut the water off at the water  
valve after about one quart of  
water has been flushed through  
the tubing.  
the tubing.  
Washer  
Inlet End  
Pipe Clamp  
Clamp Screw  
6. ROUTE THE TUBING  
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the  
refrigerator.  
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or  
floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet)  
as close to the wall as possible.  
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about  
8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10diameter) to  
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after  
installation.  
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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE  
9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE  
10.TURN THE WATER ON AT THE  
REFRIGERATOR  
SHUTOFF VALVE  
Removing and Replacing Valve Cover  
Tighten any connections that leak.  
Reattach the compressor compartment access cover.  
NOTE: Before making the connection to the  
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not  
plugged into the wall outlet.  
1. Place a compression nut and a ferrule(sleeve) onto  
the end of tubing.  
Compression Nut  
Ferrule (sleeve)  
2. Insert the tube into the valve and fasten with wrench  
11.PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR  
as shown in the figure below.  
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate  
against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall.  
Push the refrigerator back to the wall.  
Tubing  
12.START THE ICEMAKER  
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CAUTION: Check to see if water dripping occurs at  
water line connections.  
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.  
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches  
its operating temperature of 15°F (9°C) or below. It  
will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker  
power switch is in the I (on) position.  
NOTE: Water valve connector SVC guide When  
separating the connector which is connected in the  
Valve, press the portion of and pull the connector  
with finger as shown in the the picture  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost  
UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR  
cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or  
refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also  
click when cycling on and off.  
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one  
didnt make. Because the sounds are new to you, you  
might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds  
are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and  
cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they  
actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds  
and what may be making them.  
Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the  
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.  
Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently  
to keep your food items at the desired temperature.  
The high efficiency compressor may cause your new  
refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and  
you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.  
You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air  
through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.  
As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due  
to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.  
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause  
a popping noise.  
Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost  
cycle may cause a sizzling sound.  
You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the  
condenser fan.  
You may hear water running into the drain pan during the  
defrost cycle.  
You can hear the noise occurred from the icing fan at the  
freezer or the left side of the refrigerator when doors are  
open.  
Check if…  
Then…  
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with  
proper voltage.  
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.  
REFRIGERATOR  
DOES NOT  
OPERATE  
The power supply cord is unplugged.  
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A household fuse has blown or circuit  
breaker tripped.  
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The refrigerator control is set to the OFF  
position.  
Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.  
Refer to the Setting the Controls section  
on page 18.  
Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to  
end.  
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VIBRATION OR  
The refrigerator is not resting solidly on the  
RATTLING NOISE floor.  
Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs  
need adjusting.  
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See Installation section on page 8.  
LIGHTS DO NOT  
WORK  
The power supply cord is unplugged.  
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with  
proper voltage.  
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Light bulb is loose in the socket.  
Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF  
position and unplug the refrigerator. Gently  
remove the bulb and reinsert. Then plug in  
refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control.  
Replace with an appliance bulb of the same  
wattage, size and shape available at your  
local hardware store. (See the Changing  
the Light Bulb(s) section on pages 2930.)  
Turn the temperature control to the OFF  
position and unplug the refrigerator prior to  
replacement.  
Light bulb has burned out.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
Check if…  
Then…  
Modern refrigerators with more storage  
space require more operating time.  
The motor will run longer under warm  
conditions. At normal room temperatures,  
expect your motor to run about 40% to 80%  
of the time. Under warmer conditions,  
expect it to run even more often.  
COMPRESSOR  
MOTOR SEEMS  
TO RUN TOO  
MUCH  
The refrigerator that was replaced was an  
older model.  
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The room temperature is hotter than normal.  
Adding food and opening the door warms  
the refrigerator.  
The door is opened often or a large amount of  
food has just been added.  
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It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer  
in order to cool the refrigerator back down.  
Adding a large amount of food warms the  
refrigerator. See the Food Storage Guide  
section on page 21. In order to conserve  
energy, try to get everything you need out of  
the refrigerator at once, keep food organized  
so it is easy to find and close the door as  
soon as the food is removed.  
The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to  
cool completely.  
See the Adjusting Control Settings section  
The refrigerator was recently plugged in and  
the refrigerator control was set correctly.  
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The refrigerator control is not set correctly for  
the surrounding conditions.  
on page 21.  
Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not  
shut all the way, see Doors will not close  
completely below.  
The doors are not closed completely.  
This prevents air transfer and makes the  
motor work harder.  
The condenser coils are dirty.  
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Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the  
Care and Cleaning section on pages  
2930.  
See Leveling and Door Alignment on  
page 17.  
DOORS WILL  
NOT CLOSE  
COMPLETELY  
The refrigerator is not level.  
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Rearrange food containers to clear door and  
door shelves.  
Push bins all the way in and put crisper  
cover, pans, shelves and baskets into their  
correct positions. See the Using Your  
Refrigerator section on pages 1828.  
Food packages are blocking the door open.  
The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door  
bins or baskets are out of position.  
Clean gaskets and the surface that they  
touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the  
gaskets after cleaning.  
The gaskets are sticking.  
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Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Leveling  
and Door Alignment section on page 17.  
Remove and replace the doors according to  
the Removing and Replacing Refrigerator  
handles and doors section on pages 916,  
or call a qualified service technician.  
The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable.  
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The doors were removed during product  
installation and not properly replaced.  
See Doors will not close completely above.  
When the door is opened, warm, humid air  
is allowed in the freezer, resulting in frost.  
FROST OR ICE  
CRYSTALS ON  
FROZEN FOOD  
The door is not closing properly.  
The door is opened often.  
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Check if…  
Then…  
Discard first few batches of ice to avoid  
discolored or off-flavored ice.  
ICE HAS OFF-  
TASTE OR ODOR  
The icemaker was recently installed.  
The ice has been stored for too long.  
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Throw away old ice and make new supply.  
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Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to  
the ice if food is not wrapped properly.  
The food has not been wrapped tightly in  
either compartment.  
A filter may need to be installed (or  
replaced) to eliminate taste and odor  
problems.  
The water supply contains minerals such as  
sulfur.  
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2930.  
The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.  
Ice storage bin needs cleaning.  
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Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.  
The water will evaporate. It is normal for  
water to drip into the defrost pan.  
THERE IS  
The refrigerator is defrosting.  
It is more humid than normal.  
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WATER IN THE  
DEFROST DRAIN  
PAN  
Expect that the water in the defrost pan will  
take longer to evaporate. This is normal  
when it is hot or humid.  
Refer to the Understanding Sounds You  
May Hear section on page 35.  
THE  
The sounds may be normal for your  
refrigerator.  
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REFRIGERATOR  
SEEMS TO  
MAKE TOO  
MUCH NOISE  
Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice  
production. See the Setting the Controls  
section on page 18.  
THE ICEMAKER  
IS NOT  
PRODUCING ICE  
OR ICE CUBES  
ARE FREEZING  
TOO SLOWLY  
The freezer temperature is cold enough to  
produce ice.  
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Check to see if something is holding the  
door open.  
Door left open.  
Select larger cube size using cube size  
selector.  
CUBES  
Smaller cube size level is selected.  
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PRODUCED BY  
ICEMAKER ARE  
TOO SMALL  
Call a plumber to clear the valve.  
Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to  
water line may be clogged.  
Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they  
touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or  
kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning.  
THE DOORS ARE The gaskets are dirty or sticky.  
DIFFICULT TO  
OPEN  
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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 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to  
equalize, then see if it opens more easily.  
The door is reopened within a short time after  
having been opened.  
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Check if…  
Then…  
Locate air vents by using your hand to  
sense airflow and move all packages that  
block vents and restrict airflow.  
TEMPERATURE  
IS TOO WARM  
OR THERE IS  
INTERIOR  
MOISTURE  
BUILDUP  
The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates  
from the freezer to the fresh food section and  
back again through air vents in the wall  
dividing the two sections.  
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When the door is opened, warm humid air is  
allowed into the refrigerator. The more the  
door is opened, the faster the humidity  
builds up, and the more warm air the  
The doors are opened often.  
refrigerator must cool. In order to keep the  
refrigerator cool, try to get everything you  
need out of the refrigerator at once, keep  
food organized so it is easy to find and close  
the door as soon as the food is removed.  
Refer to the Setting the Controls section  
on page 18.  
The control is not set correctly for the  
surrounding conditions.  
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Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize  
or even out. If the temperature is too cold or  
too warm, move the dial one number at a  
time.  
Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can  
take a few hours for the refrigerator to return  
to normal temperature.  
Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp  
containers prior to storing in the refrigerator  
to avoid moisture accumulation. If  
necessary, repackage food according to the  
guidelines in the Food Storage Guide  
section on page 21.  
A large amount of food has just been added to  
the refrigerator or freezer.  
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The food is not packaged correctly.  
See Doors will not close completely on  
page 36.  
In humid weather, air carries moisture into  
refrigerator when doors are opened.  
It is normal for droplets to form on the back  
wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts.  
The doors are not closing completely.  
The weather is humid.  
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