IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not bend or pinch the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it. Operation • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: - staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; - farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance • Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator. • Do not light a candle to remove odors in the refrigerator. • In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure the area is adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), which is combustible. When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts of the refrigerating circuit are damaged. Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or cause an eye injury.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes. Exterior Control Panel Sets the refrigerator temperature and freezer temperature, the water filter condition and the dispenser mode.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Interior Standard Door : LLMXS3006* Door-in-Door: LRMDS3006* / LRMDC2306*...
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW InstaView Door-in-Door: LRMVS3006* / LRMVC2306* LED Interior Lighting Lights up the inside of the refrigerator. Air Filter Reduces odors inside the refrigerator compartment. In-Door Icemaker (Refrigerator) This is where ice is automatically produced and stored. Door Mullion Prevents the cold air in the refrigerator from escaping when the doors are closed. CAUTION •...
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10 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Cheese & Butter and Condiment Bins Cheese & Butter and Condiment bins are specially designed for these items, making spreading butter and slicing cheese easier. Adjustable Refrigerator Shelf The refrigerator shelves are adjustable to meet individual storage needs. Folding Shelf Store taller items, such as gallon containers or bottles, by pushing the front half of the shelf underneath the back half of the shelf.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. Unpacking the Refrigerator Choosing the Proper Location Disassembling/Assembling Connecting the Water Line Leveling and Door Alignment WARNING •...
12 INSTALLATION Unpacking the Refrigerator install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure. WARNING • Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back Electricity injury or other injury. Use an individual, grounded outlet:115 Volts, 60 •...
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INSTALLATION Dimensions and Clearances • Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sufficient room to move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings. • If an opening is too narrow to fit the refrigerator through, remove the refrigerator doors. See Removing/ Assembling the Doors and Drawers in this manual.
14 INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling Assembling Refrigerator Handles Handles If needed, reassemble the mounting fasteners on the door with a 1/4 in. Allen When moving the refrigerator through a narrow wrench. opening, removing the doors is preferred. If you must remove the handles, be very careful not to scratch the doors.
INSTALLATION Removing the Left Refrigerator fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench. Door The water supply is connected to the upper right part of the rear surface of the refrigerator. Remove the clip in the joint area. Hold the water supply connection and gently push the collet to detach the water supply...
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16 INSTALLATION Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch CAUTION • When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.
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INSTALLATION Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. Hold both rails and push them in Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it simultaneously. straight out. Removing the Full Convert Drawer Remove the Durabase basket from the rails. Pull the drawer open to full extension.
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18 INSTALLATION Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the drawer supports into the rail tabs located on Replace the ice bin in the drawer. Insert the both sides. Durabase basket in the rail assembly. CAUTION • Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer.
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INSTALLATION Assembling the Right Refrigerator Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door Door CAUTION CAUTION • Install the right-side door first. • Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed. Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door.
20 INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Line Before Beginning This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. If necessary, call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply Hold the water supply connection and gently line to the refrigerator.
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INSTALLATION • If the water pressure remains low, call a a saddle-type valve complies with your local licensed, qualified plumber. plumbing codes. • All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements. Supplies Needed NOTE • Copper or PEX Tubing, ¼ in. outer diameter, to connect the refrigerator to the water supply.
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22 INSTALLATION NOTE • The hookup line cannot be white, plastic tubing. Licensed plumbers must use only copper tubing (NDA tubing #49595 or #49599) or Cross Link Polyethylene (PEX) tubing. Pipe Clamp Inlet End Clamp Screw Fasten the shutoff valve. •...
INSTALLATION Outlet Valve CAUTION Ferrule (sleeve) • Check to see if leaks occur at the water line connections. Flush out the tubing. • Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing.
24 INSTALLATION Door Alignment (Standard Door Right Refrigerator Door Model) The right refrigerator door does not have an adjustable nut. Both the left and right refrigerator doors have an If the space between the doors is uneven, follow adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to the instructions below to align the right door: raise and lower them to align properly.
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INSTALLATION Start the Icemaker • If the water line is connected, 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 ON (I) position.
26 OPERATION OPERATION Before Use Checklist Clean the refrigerator. Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping. CAUTION • Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any tape or adhesive from the refrigerator.
OPERATION Control Panel Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel Features Ice Plus This function increases both ice making and freezing capabilities. Press the Ice Plus button to illuminate the icon and activate the function for 24 hours.
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Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi button, when used with the LG ThinQ app, allows the refrigerator to connect to a home Wi-Fi network. Refer to Smart Functions for information on the initial setup of the application. icon shows the status of the refrigerator's network connection. The icon illuminates when the refrigerator is connected to the Wi-Fi network.
OPERATION Press the Freezer button repeatedly to toggle between the 3 ICE and 6 ICE modes. After 5 seconds of idle time, the last mode set will be saved, and the display will return to normal. NOTE • For more ice, select the 6 ICE mode. For clearer ice, select the 3 ICE mode. NOTE Display Mode and InstaView Display Mode (For Store Use Only) •...
60 seconds OFF. This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time. • If ice or water dispenses unexpectedly, turn off the water supply and contact an LG Electronics Customer Information Center. Using the Measured Fill •...
Dispensing cubed ice can also help prevent frost buildup. Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin CAUTION • Only qualified service personnel from an LG Electronics service center should disassemble or repair the icemaker. Ice Compartment Gently pull the handle to open the ice compartment.
32 OPERATION Before Using the In-Door Icemaker To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the front handle, slightly lift the bottom, and slowly pull out the bin as shown. NOTE • Ice is made in the automatic in-door icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker produces 70 - 182 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of...
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OPERATION • The amount and shape of ice may vary according CAUTION to the environment (ambient temperature around the appliance, frequency of the door • Do not insert round ice into the in-door ice bin, being opened, amount of food stored in the as it can damage the ice and water dispenser.
34 OPERATION • The icemaker water valve buzzes as the CAUTION icemaker fills with water. If the icemaker power button is in the ON position, it will buzz even if it • Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door has not yet been hooked up to water.
OPERATION could come into direct contact with the cold air • Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags and freeze. Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods. • Wash food before storing it in the refrigerator. Vegetables should be washed, and food Do not use packaging should be wiped down to prevent •...
36 OPERATION Insert the cover into the refrigerator with both hands and lower it onto the guides. Lift the front of the cover up with both hands Line up the tabs on the Door-in-Door case until it detaches from the back wall of the with the slots on the door and push down cabinet, then pull it out.
OPERATION underneath the back half of the shelf. Pull the Lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks front of the shelf forward to return to a full shelf. drop into the slots. CAUTION • Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other.
38 OPERATION To access the InstaView Door-in-Door compartment, lightly press the button on the right refrigerator door handle. To replace the door bins, slide the door bin in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place. Door-in-Door This feature is only available on some models.
OPERATION CAUTION • Empty contents of EasyLift Bin before raising or lowering it to avoid personal injury or damage tothe bin or its contents. • If the bin is not level after adjusting it, gently raise it until it clicks into place. Door-in-Door Case To open the Door-in-Door case, press on the area marked Pull to open.
40 OPERATION from side to side to accommodate items of • If storing meat or fish for more than a few days, different sizes. store it in the freezer. Freezer Mode To use the convertible drawer as a freezer, press the Select/Freezer button for at least 3 seconds.
Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. • Settings • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network - Allows you to set various options on the connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, refrigerator and in the application.
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Connecting to Wi-Fi • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment The Wi-Fi button, when used with the LG ThinQ and the receiver. application, allows the appliance to connect to a • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a home Wi-Fi network.
SMART FUNCTIONS FCC RF Radiation Exposure LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost Statement of performing such distribution (such as the cost of This equipment complies with FCC radiation...
Demand Response signal LG ThinQ application. and is no longer controlled by the utility company • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the until the next Demand Response signal is sent. You Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow...
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Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the LG ThinQ application.
46 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning 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 WARNING quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so it does •...
MAINTENANCE Water Filter Before Replacing the Water Filter Remove the filter from the inside of the cover by pressing the side of the filter in and pulling WARNING the center out. • To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation of this product.
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30 seconds ON and 60 seconds LT1000PC, LT1000PCS or ADQ747935** OFF. Remove the door bin. CAUTION • LG strongly recommends that you use LG- authorized water filters to prevent water quality issues, water leakage and appliance malfunction. For further assistance, call: Remove the disposable water filter.
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MAINTENANCE Performance Data Sheet Model: LT1000P, LT1000PC, LT1000PCS NSF System Trade Name Code: MDJ64844601 The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ ANSI Standard 42, Standard 53 and Standard 401.
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NOTE • While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. For replacement filters, visit your local dealer or distributor or search under "water filters" on the lg.com website. For further assistance, contact the LG Electronics Customer Information Center.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions What are the best temperature settings for my refrigerator and freezer? The default setting for the refrigerator is 37° Fahrenheit (3° Celsius). The default setting for the freezer is 0° Fahrenheit (-18° Celsius). Adjust these settings as necessary to keep food at desired temperatures.
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52 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Review this section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money. Cooling Problem Possible Cause & Solution Refrigerator is not A fuse in your home may be blown or the circuit breaker tripped. Or the appliance is cooling or has no connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet, and the outlet's circuit power.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Cooling system runs Refrigerator is replacing an older model. too much. • Modern refrigerators require more operating time but use less energy due to more efficient technology. Refrigerator was recently plugged in or power restored. •...
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54 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Refrigerator or Incorrect temperature control settings. Freezer section is too • If the temperature is too cold, adjust the control one increment at a time and wait for the cold. temperature to stabilize. Refer to the Control Panel for more information. Frost or ice crystals Condensation from food with a high water content has frozen inside of the food form on frozen food...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Craft Ice Problem Possible Cause & Solution Icemaker is not Refrigerator was recently installed or icemaker recently connected. making ice. • The icemaker begins producing ice approximately 48 hours after the appliance is initially installed. The first batches of ice may not be round and clear. Icemaker is not In 3 ICE mode, the Craft Ice icemaker produces 1 batch of round ice about every 24 making enough ice.
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56 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Icemaker is not Refrigerator was recently installed or icemaker recently connected. making ice • It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker to begin making ice. Icemaker is not turned on.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Ice is not dispensing. Unable to hear the sound of ice coming out? • In the control panel, select the modes for cubed ice and crushed ice alternately to dispense the ice. Doors are not closed completely. •...
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58 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Water is not New installation or water line recently connected. dispensing. • Dispense 2.5 gallons of water (flush for approximately 5 minutes) to remove trapped air and contaminants from the system. Do not dispense the entire 2.5 gallon amount continuously.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Water has bad taste Water supply contains minerals such as sulfur. or odor. • A water filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems. Water filter has been exhausted. • Replacing the water filter is recommended: - Approximately every six months.
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60 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution The interior of the The refrigerator is located near a fire source, such as a fireplace, chimney, or candle. refrigerator is • Make sure that the refrigerator is not located near a fire source, such as a fireplace, covered with dust or chimney or candle.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Wi-Fi Problem Possible Cause & Solution Trouble connecting The password for the Wi-Fi network was entered incorrectly. appliance and • Delete your home Wi-Fi network and begin the registration process again. smartphone to Wi- Fi network Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. •...
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Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States...
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Or by mail: LG Electronics Customer Service P.O. Box 240007 Huntsville, AL 35813 ATTN: CIC PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION.
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Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.
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Opt Out. You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. If you opt out, neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding. To opt out, you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the product by...
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ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW. Should your LG Refrigerator ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics Canada, Inc. (“LGECI”) will, at its option, repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
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(ASC), as determined by LG Canada. If your Product is located outside a 150 km radius from a ASC, as determined by LG Canada, it will be your responsibility to bring the Product, at your sole expense, to the ASC for in-warranty repair.
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If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days of LG’s receipt of the Notice of Dispute, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the procedure set out herein.
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Except as otherwise provided for, LG waives any rights it may have to seek attorneys’ fees and expenses from you if LG prevails in the arbitration.