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OWNER'S MANUAL
FRIDGE & FREEZER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
ENGLISH
MFL71817207
Rev.03_011923
Copyright © 2021-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference. ENGLISH www.lg.com MFL71817207 Rev.03_011923 Copyright © 2021-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    OPERATION Before Use ......................13 Product Features....................15 Control Panel ....................18 Water Dispenser....................21 Icemaker ......................22 Automatic Icemaker ..................24 Fridge Drawer....................25 Door Basket ......................25 Shelf ........................25 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................27 Smart Diagnosis ....................28 MAINTENANCE Cleaning ......................30 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service................31...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below. Safety Messages This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;...
  • Page 5 • Do not clean the appliance with brushes, cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material. • Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
  • Page 6 • Ensure that the outlet socket is properly grounded, and that the earth pin on the power cord is not damaged or removed from the power plug. For more details on grounding, inquire at an LG Electronics customer information centre.
  • Page 7 • Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it. • Immediately unplug the power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you detect a strange sound, odour, or smoke coming from the appliance.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not place hands or metallic objects inside the area emitting the cold air, cover or heat releasing grille on the back. • Do not apply excessive force or impact to the back cover of the appliance. •...
  • Page 9: Caution

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION CAUTION • To reduce the risk of minor injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: Operation • Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands.
  • Page 10 They may shatter if exposed to sudden temperature changes. • Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall. • To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics customer information centre. • Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin in the freezer compartment...
  • Page 11: Installation Before Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installation Ambient Temperature • The appliance is designed to operate within a Dimensions and Clearances limited range of ambient temperatures, depending on the climate zone. Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in the degradation of freezing capability and •...
  • Page 12: Turning On The Power

    INSTALLATION Moving the Appliance for Turn the levelling leg clockwise to raise that side of the appliance or counterclockwise to Relocation lower it. Preparing for Relocation Remove all food from inside the appliance. Pull the power plug out, insert and fix it into the power plug hook at the rear or on top of the appliance.
  • Page 13: Operation

    Storing Foods Effectively NOTE • Food may freeze or spoil if stored at the wrong • Contact the LG Electronics customer information temperature. Set the refrigerator to the correct centre if the alarm sound continues even after temperature for the food being stored.
  • Page 14 OPERATION Freezing the Maximum Amount • Place the refrigerated food or frozen food in each fridge or freezer compartment of Food immediately after purchasing. If large quantities of food are to be stored, the • Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or icemaker should be taken out of the appliance and the food should be stacked directly on the freezer...
  • Page 15: Product Features

    OPERATION Product Features The appearance or components of the appliance may differ from model to model. Interior (Two Star *1 This feature is only available on some models. Control panel Sets the fridge temperature. Water Dispenser Freezer Shelf Stores frozen foods such as meat, fish, and icecream. Moving Icemaker This is where ice is manually produced and stored.
  • Page 16 Air filter Reduces odours inside the fridge compartment. NOTE • Do not disassemble the air filter. If you want to replace it, please contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. Fresh Room This is where food items are stored at a colder temperature than the regular fridge area.
  • Page 17 OPERATION • You can move it to and use it at a desired position as needed. However, do not use it as the ice bin or place it on the shelf on top of the fridge or the vegetables drawer.
  • Page 18: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel and Functions *1 This control panel is only available on some models. Control Panel 1: On the Freezer Door Freezer Press this button repeatedly to select a desired temperature between -23 °C and -15 °C. •...
  • Page 19 Wi-Fi This button allows the appliance to connect to a home Wi-Fi network. Refer to Smart Functions for information on the initial setup of the LG ThinQ application. Ice On/Off Press the Ice On/Off button to turn the icemaker on/off.
  • Page 20 OPERATION This function can quickly freeze a large amount of ice or frozen foods. • This function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button for 3 seconds. • This function automatically terminates after a specific period has passed. Type B Turn the dial to select a desired temperature between Cold and Coldest.
  • Page 21: Water Dispenser

    OPERATION freezing is finished (level 5), set the controller to CAUTION the recommended level. • Keep children away from the dispenser to prevent children playing with or damaging the controls. NOTE • If the cup rim is small, water may splash out of the glass or miss it completely.
  • Page 22: Icemaker

    OPERATION Fill the water tank with potable water and close Hold the water tank with both hands and pull it the cap. WARNING Remove the water valve in the water tank by • Fill with potable water only. Do not fill the water turning it clockwise.
  • Page 23 OPERATION Pull out the ice tray from the Icemaker. NOTE • You can remove the ice maker to create more space inside the freezer compartment if you do not use it. • If the ice tray is overfilled, the ice cubes may stick together and be difficult to remove.
  • Page 24: Automatic Icemaker

    • If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water Icemaker On or Off tank and the water supply for a possible source. If the problem continues, contact the LG To turn the automatic icemaker On/Off, press the Electronics customer information centre. Do not Ice On/Off button on the control panel.
  • Page 25: Fridge Drawer

    OPERATION Door Basket damage due to flooding caused by ruptured water lines or connections. Set the Ice On/Off button to Off and shut off the Removing/Refitting the Door water supply to the appliance. Basket CAUTION Hold both edges of the basket and remove it by •...
  • Page 26 OPERATION CAUTION • Do not place food on the marked area of the bottom shelf. The fridge door may not close completely.
  • Page 27: Smart Functions

    Google Play Store or Apple App Store • Functions may vary by model. on a smartphone. Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with your existing account or create an LG account to sign in. Touch the add ( ) button on the LG ThinQ application to connect your LG appliance.
  • Page 28: Smart Diagnosis

    Internet service provider or refer to your Open Source Software Notice wireless router manual. Information • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, To obtain the source code that is contained in this malfunctions, or errors caused by network product, under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open connection.
  • Page 29 SMART FUNCTIONS • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Close and open the fridge door 5 times within Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow 8 seconds. the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application. NOTE • If you do not close and open the door 5 times within 8 seconds, the time will be reset.
  • Page 30: Maintenance Cleaning

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Cleaning the Interior • When removing a shelf or drawer from inside General Cleaning Tips the appliance, remove all stored foods from the shelf or drawer to prevent injury or damage to • Performing manual defrosting, maintenance or the appliance.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Cooling Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution There is no Is there a power interruption? refrigeration or • Check the power of other appliances. freezing. Appliance is unplugged. • Plug the power plug in the outlet properly. A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution The appliance contains Did you put in food with a strong smell? a bad smell. • Store foods with strong smells in a sealed containers. Vegetables or fruit may have spoiled in the drawer? •...
  • Page 33 Lamp failure appliance does not • Close the door and re-open. If the lamp does not turn on, please contact turn on. the LG Electronics customer information centre. Do not attempt removal of the lamp. Noises Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution...
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Your home appliance The distance between the appliance and the router is too far. and smartphone are • If the distance between the appliance and the router is too far, the signal not connected to the may be weak and the connection may not be configured correctly.
  • Page 35 Memo...

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