LG LFX21976ST User manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
FRENCH DOOR
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before
operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
LFX21976**
www.lg.com
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL
P.No.:MFL63264263
2TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 PRODUCT FEATURES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
7 COMPONENTS
7 Refrigerator Exterior
8 Refrigerator Interior
9 INSTALLATION
9 Installation Overview
10 Specifications
11 Unpacking Your Refrigerator
11 Choosing the Proper Location
11 - Flooring
12 - Ambient Temperature
12 - Measuring the Clearances
12 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator
Door Handles
13 Removing/Assembling the Freezer
Drawer Handle
13 Removing/Assembling the Doors and
Drawers
13 - Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
14 - Removing the Right Refrigerator Door
15 - Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
15 - Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
16 - Removing the Freezer Drawers
17 - Assembling the Freezer Drawers
19 Connecting the Water Line
19 - Before You Begin
19 - Water Pressure
19 - What You Will Need
20 - Water Line Installation Instructions
22 Turning On the Power
23 Leveling and Door Alignment
23 - Leveling
23 - Door Alignment
24 HOW TO USE
24 Before Use
25 Control Panel
25 - Control Panel Features
27 In-Door Ice Bin
27 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
27 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
28 Automatic Icemaker
28 - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off
29 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off
29 - Normal Sounds You May Hear
29 - Preparing for Vacation
30 Ice and Water Dispenser
30 - Dispenser
30 - Using the Dispenser
30 - Locking the Dispenser
30 - Cleaning the Dispenser Stand
31 Storing Food
31 - Food Preservation Location
32 - Food Storage Tips
32 - Storing Frozen Food
33 Humidity Controlled Crisperand Glide’N’Serve
34 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins
35 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
36 MAINTENANCE
36 Cleaning
37 Replacing the Water Filter
39 SMART DIAGNOSIS
39 Using Smart Diagnosis
40 TROUBLESHOOTING
50 WARRANTY
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PRODUCT FEATURES
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PRODUCT FEATURES
* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER
The water dispenser dispenses fresh, chilled water.
The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice.
DOOR ALARM
The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning
that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer drawer remains open. If a
refrigerator door or freezer drawer is left open for more than 60 seconds, a
warning alarm sounds in 30 second intervals.
HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER
The Humidity Controlled Crisper is designed to help keep your fruits and
vegetables fresh and crisp. You can control the amount of humidity in the
crisper by adjusting the setting between Low and High.
LIDE‘N’SERVE
Glide`N’Serve provides storage space that keeps the compartment colder
than the refrigerator.
It is a convenient place to store sandwiches or meat to be cooked.
ICE PLUS
Ice production can be increased by approximately 20 percent when the
freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour
period.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
WARNIN You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.
WARNIN
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following.
Power
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and
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pull it straight out from the outlet.
Immediately repair or replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise
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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 use an uncertified power outlet.
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Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.
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Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.
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Installation
Contact an authorized service center when you install or relocate the refrigerator.
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When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
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power cord.
Connect this product to a dedicated grounded electric outlet conforming with the rating prior
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to use. It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard
3-prong wall outlet.
Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of falling.
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Use
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the
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refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not place heavy objects on the dispenser of the refrigerator or hang onto it.
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Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.
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Do not put live animals inside of the refrigerator.
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Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.
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In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized
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service center before use. Do not touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the refrigerator.
In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator.
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Ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized service center.
Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the
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refrigerator or store them inside the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity
of flammable gas.
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 WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
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Do not use this product for special purposes (storage of medicine or test materials or for ships,
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etc).
Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.
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When you replace the light bulb in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.
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Do not modify or extend the power cord.
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Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove the interior odor.
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For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit
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checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the
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user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
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Do not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.
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Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect
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smoke.
Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.
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Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.
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Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.
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Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.
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In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector
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mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands
on the automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.
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Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your
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refrigerator is in operation.
Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
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sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
Do not refreeze frozen food that have thawed completely. It may result in a serious health issue.
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If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper
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disposal by a qualified servicer. If you release CFC coolant, you may be fined or imprisoned in
accordance with the relevant environmental law.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days.
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When disposing the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the
doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following.
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CAUTION
Installation
The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that
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were taped to the front of the refrigerator.
Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of packing
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materials (plastic) out of reach of children.
Use
Close the door carefully when children are around.
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Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are
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necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.
If you store food properly, beware that it may fall and cause injury.
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Maintenance
Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft fabric.
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Wipe foreign objects (dust, water, etc) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas
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regularly.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following.
SAVE THESE INSTUCTIONS
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COMPONENTS
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COMPONENTS
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.
Page references are included for your convenience.
*The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.
Refrigerator E terior
LED Display
Displays the refrigerator and
freezer temperature, the water
filter condition and the dispenser
status.
Ice Plus
When this feature is activated,
the freezer section will run at the
coldest temperature for a 24-hour
period to increase ice production.
Door Alarm
A warning alarm sounds at 30-
second intervals when the
refrigerator or freezer door is left
open for more than 60 seconds.
Filtered Water and
Ice Dispenser
Dispenses fresh, chilled,
filtered water through
the door. The ice
dispenser offers cubed
or crushed ice.
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Refrigerator Interior
Modular Door Bins
Dairy Product Bin
Pullout Drawer
LED Interior Lamps
The interior lamps light up the
inside of the refrigerator.
Adjustable
Refrigerator Shelves
The shelves in your
refrigerator are adjustable
to meet your individual
storage needs.
Durabase Divider
Durabase
Fixed Door Bins
Can Storage Bin
Used to preserve chilled
food or drinks.
Water Filter
Mullion
Folds in when the
left door is opened.
SpacePlus Ice System
Automatically produces
80-130 ice cubes in a
24-hour period.
Auto Closing Hinge
The refrigerator doors
and freezer drawers close
automatically when you push
them slightly.
(The door only closes
automatically when it is open
at an angle of less than 30°.)
Crispers
Controls humidity and
helps vegetables and
fruit to stay crisp.
Glide’N’Serve
Allows you to store food items
at a different temperature than
the regular refrigerator area.
Smart Diagnosis Speaker
Hold your phone to this speaker when
activating Smart Diagnosis. Refer to the
Smart Diagnosis section for more details.
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INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting
it to another location.
1 Unpacking your
refrigerator
2 Choosing the proper
location
3 Disassembling/Assembling
4 Connecting the water
supply and water line
5 Leveling and Door
Alignment
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Specifications
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product
improvements.
Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LFX21976
Description French door refrigerator
Electrical requirements 115 VAC @ 60 Hz
Min. / Max. Water pressure 20 and 120 psi (140 and 830 kPa)
Dimensions 35 3/4” (W) X 30 1/4” (D) X 69 3/4” (H), 42 1/2” (D w/ door open)
908 mm (W) X 768 mm (D) X 1772mm (H), 1073 mm (D w/ door open)
Net weight 287 lb. (130kg)
Refrigerator storage
capacity
14.7 cu. ft.
Freezer storage capacity 5.8 cu. ft.
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