LG Electronics MFL62184416 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Causes Solutions

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TROUBLESHOOTING 45

TROUBLESHOOTING

Review the Troubleshooting section before calling for service; doing so will save you both time and money.

Problem

Possible Causes

Solutions

 

 

 

Refrigerator and

The refrigerator control is set to

Turn the control ON. Refer to the Setting the

Freezer section

OFF (some models).

Controls section for proper temperature settings.

are not cooling.

 

 

 

Refrigerator is in the defrost

During the defrost cycle, the temperature of

 

cycle.

each compartment may raise slightly. Wait 30

 

 

minutes and confirm the proper temperature

 

 

has been restored once the defrost cycle has

 

 

completed.

 

Refrigerator was recently

It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment

 

installed.

to reach the desired temperature.

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator was recently

If the refrigerator was stored for a long period of

 

relocated.

time or moved on its side, it is necessary for the

 

 

refrigerator to stand upright for 24 hours before

 

 

connecting it to power.

Cooling System

Refrigerator is replacing an

Modern refrigerators require more operating

runs too much.

older model.

time but use less energy due to more efficient

 

 

technology.

 

Refrigerator was recently

The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool

 

plugged in or power restored.

completely.

 

Door opened often or a large

Adding food and opening the door warms the

 

amount of food / hot food was

refrigerator, requiring the compressor to run

 

added.

longer in order to cool the refrigerator back

 

 

down. 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. (Refer to the Food Storage Guide.)

 

Doors are not closed

Firmly push the doors shut. If they will not

 

completely.

shut all the way, see the Doors will not close

 

 

completely or pop open section in Parts &

 

 

Features Troubleshooting.

 

 

 

 

Refrigerator is installed in a hot

The compressor will run longer under warm

 

location.

conditions. At normal room temperatures (70°F)

 

 

expect your compressor to run about 40% to

 

 

80% of the time. Under warmer conditions,

 

 

expect it to run even more often. The refrigerator

 

 

should not be operated above 110°F.

 

Condenser / back cover is

Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to

 

clogged.

clean the condenser cover and vents. Do not

 

 

remove the panel covering the condenser coil

 

 

area.

 

 

 

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Contents French Door Refrigerator Table of Contents Filtered Water and ICE Dispenser Product FeaturesRead ALL Instructions Before Using the Appliance Important Safety InstructionsRead ALL Instructions Before Using the Appliance Yy Close the door carefully when children are around MaintenanceRefrigerator Exterior ComponentsRefrigerator Interior Installation Overview InstallationSpecifications Unpacking Your Refrigerator Choosing the Proper LocationFlooring Measuring the Clearances Ambient TemperatureRemoving the Handles Assembling the HandlesRemoving/Assembling the Doors and Drawers Removing the Left Refrigerator DoorWater supply is connected to English Door Removing the Right RefrigeratorAssembling the Right Refrigerator Door Connect the wire harnessTighten the cover screw Door onto the middle hinge pin asAssembling the Left Refrigerator Push the water supply tube into the holeOn the top case and pull it through YyDo not sit or stand on the freezer drawer Removing the Freezer DrawersEnglish Lower the door into final position Assembling the Freezer DrawersYy Power drill Connecting the Water LineBefore You Begin Water PressureConnect to the cold water line. The shutoff Yy Shutoff valve toInto the valve. Tighten the compression Valve. Make sure the tubing is fully insertedNut securely Commonwealth of MassachusettsGrounding Terminal of the power plugArrange the coil of tubing so that it Does not vibrate against the backLeveling and Door Alignment LevelingDoor Alignment Before use HOW to USEControl Panel Features Control PanelIce Selection Change Filter Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin In-Door Ice BinDetaching the In-Door Ice Bin Gently pull the handle to open the ice compartmentTurning the Automatic Icekamer On or Off Automatic IcemakerWhen You Should Turn Icemaker Off Normal Sounds You May HearPreparing For Vacation Cleaning the Dispenser Stand Using the DispenserIce and Water Dispenser DispenserFood Preservation Location Storing FoodStoring Frozen Food Food Storage TipsHumidity Controlled Crisper Humidity Controlled Crisper and Glide’N’ServeGlide’N’Serve Yy Bread wrappersGlide’N’Serve and Humidity Controlled Crisper Detaching and Assembling the Storage BinsTo Remove the Glass Door BinsUsing the Folding Shelf Adjusting the Refrigerator ShelvesDetaching the Shelf Assembling the ShelfMaintenance CleaningYy Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly Remove the Old Filter Replacing the Fresh Air FilterReplacing the Water Filter Replacement waterInto position and close Filter cartridge is notModel LG ADQ36006101-SUse Replacement Cartridge ADQ36006101 Performance Data SheetInstallation and use of this system Service FlowDamage due to water leakage Water SupplyEnglish Smart Diagnosis Using Smart DiagnosisProblem Possible Causes Solutions TroubleshootingProblem Possible Causes Food is freezing Food with high water content Troubleshooting sectionIf the temperature is too cold, adjust the control Open section in the Troubleshooting sectionMoved during installation or cleaning resulting When the ice cubes are smaller than normalThis is normal for food items with a high water Low house water supplyRecommended temperature for the freezer Ice Unit from maintaining the set temperatureIcemaker is not Doors are opened often or for Making enough Long periods of timeInfrequent use of the ice dispenser will cause To reach the desired temperature and forCubes to stick together over time, which Will prevent them from properly dispensingDispenser is not set for Dispenser panel is lockedWater dispensing Panel to dispense waterOr odor Such as sulfur Eliminate taste and odor problems Water filter may need to be installed toTaste in all water supplies Discard the first few batches of ice to avoidBack cannot vibrate against any wall or Proper operationOr wall, some of the normal Cabinet Sound DrippingRefrigerator Leveling legs are not adjusted Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that theyFor more information Vacuum. If the door is hard to open, wait oneSealed System Refrigerator Warranty USALinear Compressor One 1 year fromThis Limited Warranty does not Cover Refrigerator Sealed System Linear Compressor Freezer Warranty CanadaEnglish Page Page LG Customer Information Center
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