LG Electronics LFX25974ST Troubleshooting, Problem, Possible Causes, Solutions, English

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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Problem	Possible Causes	Solutions
Refrigerator and Freezer	The refrigerator control is set to OFF (some	Turn the control ON. Refer to the Setting the
section are not cooling.	models).	Controls section for proper temperature settings.
	Refrigerator is set to demo mode.	Demo Mode allows the lights and control display to
		work normally while disabling cooling to save energy
		while on the showroom floor. Refer to the Setting
		the Controls section for instructions on how to
		disable Demo Mode.
	Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.	During the defrost cycle, the temperature of 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 installed.	It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to
		reach the desired temperature.
	Refrigerator was recently relocated.	If the refrigerator was stored for a long period of
		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 runs too	Refrigerator is replacing an older model.	Modern refrigerators require more operating time but
much.		use less energy due to more efficient technology.
	Refrigerator was recently plugged in or	The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool
	power restored.	completely.
	Door opened often or a large amount of food	Adding food and opening the door warms the
	/ hot food was added.	refrigerator, requiring the compressor to run 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 completely.	Firmly push the doors shut. If they will not
		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 location.	The compressor will run longer under warm
		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 clogged.	Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to clean
		the condenser cover and vents. Do not remove the
		panel covering the condenser coil area.

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