LG LBC20514 Owner's Manual
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OWNER´S MANUAL
REFRIGERATOR
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
Model Name
LBC20514
LBN20517 LDN20718
LBC22520
LBN20518
LBN20513
LDC22720
LBN20514
LDC22738
P/No. MFL65001701
LRBC20512
LRBN20512
www.lge.com

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  • Page 1 OWNER´S MANUAL REFRIGERATOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. Model Name LBC20514 LBN20517 LDN20718 LRBC20512 LBC22520 LBN20518 LBN20513 LDC22720 LRBN20512 LBN20514 LDC22738 www.lge.com P/No. MFL65001701...
  • Page 2 LIMITED WARRANTY United States of America LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty (USA) 2 - 3 Optibin Crispers Warranty (Canada) 4 - 5 Crisper Humidity Control Crisper cover with interior lattice English Version Door Racks Spanish Version Design-A-Door French Version Dairy Compartment Egg Compartment Important Safety Instructions 7 - 8 Ice Box Requirements for Ground Connection DuraBase...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY MESSAGES This manual contains several important safety notices. Always read and obey all of the following safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol is a warning to potential dangers that could cause death, injury or damage to you, others or the product.
  • Page 5: Requirements For Ground Connection

    If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced outlet which is adequately grounded. The energy current by our service center or qualified LG technician to should only be 115 V, 60 Hz, C.A. and fused at 15 or 20 A.
  • Page 6: Parts And Features

    PARTS AND FEATURES Read this section to familiarize yourself with the parts and features of your new refrigerator. NOTE: This guide covers different models. Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed below. The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model. Digital Sensor Control Dairy Compartment Design-A-Door...
  • Page 7 PARTS AND FEATURES Read this section to familiarize yourself with the parts and features of your new refrigerator. NOTE: This guide covers different models. Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed below. The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model. Digital Sensor Control Dairy Compartment Refrigerator Light...
  • Page 8 PARTS AND FEATURES Read this section to familiarize yourself with the parts and features of your new refrigerator. NOTE: This guide covers different models. Your refrigerator could have some or all of the features and parts listed below. The location of some of the parts may not correspond to that of your model. Digital Sensor Control Dairy Compartment Refrigerator Light...
  • Page 9: Refrigerator Installation

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 3. Install the refrigerator in an area between 55 ° F (13 °C) and 110° F (43 °C). If the surrounding temperature is lower or higher than previously mentioned, it can adversely affect the unit. Excessive Weight Hazard Use the assistance of two or more persons to move or Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, install the refrigerator.
  • Page 10: Refrigerator Doors: How To Remove And Reverse

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR DOORS: HOW TO REMOVE AND REVERSE (OPTIONAL) For Models with Pull-out Drawer You may find it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left-opening type (factory installed) to the right-opening type. Directions refer to the right side as your right when facing the unit. T O O L S N E E D E D 10 mm 1/4 in...
  • Page 11 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2. Installing the Refrigerator Door Remove the cover (1) using a flat head screwdriver (this requires a little force), loosen the 2 screws (2) and place on the opposite side. Place the hinge (3) on the opposite side and install the 4 screws (4 and 5). Insert the pin (6) in the hinge (3).
  • Page 12: How To Remove And Install Pull-Out Drawer

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION • With both hands, hold both sides of the door and HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE pull up to separate it. PULL - OUT DRAWER IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or damage to the product or your property, please use two people to perform the following instructions: 1.Removing the Pull out Drawer •...
  • Page 13 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION • Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes • Mount door supports (1) into the tabs on the railing track (2), starting in the back first and then connecting of the door supports to mount the cover. the part in the front last, as shown in the figure.
  • Page 14 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REFRIGERATOR DOORS: HOW TO REMOVE AND REVERSE (OPTIONAL) For Swing Models You may find it more convenient to have the doors open on the right instead of opening on the left (factory installed). Directions refer to the right side as your right when facing the unit. T O O L S N E E D E D 10 mm 1/4 in...
  • Page 15 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2. Removing and Installing The Freezer Handle Handle Type 1 Handle Type 2 NOTE: Before beginning, check the handle type of your model. Handle Type 1 Remove the cap (1) and two screws (2) with a flat head screwdriver.
  • Page 16 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 4. Removing the Freezer Door Before beginning, make sure you completely remove the refrigerator door. Loosen the 2 screws from the base grill and remove (1). Loosen and remove the 2 screws (2) and the pin (3). Raise and remove the freezer door (4) and set aside. Reinstall the pivot (8), the bolt (9) and screws (10) on the bottom left side of the door.
  • Page 17 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Place the hinge in the middle part of the refrigerator and Remove the cover (2) and place on the opposite side. install the 4 screws into the hinge (12 and 13). 2 13 Install the hinge (3), assemble the 3 screws (4) and replace the hinge cover (5).
  • Page 18: Closing And Aligning The Doors

    REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the AFTER COMPLETING INSTALLATION refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. Make sure that the corners of the door seals are not f This will make it easier to adjust the screws. olded over.
  • Page 19: Using Your Refrigerator

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ADJUSTING THE CONTROLS ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION In order to obtain stable temperature, the air must flow Your refrigerator has two controls that allow you to between the freezer and refrigerator sections. As shown regulate the temperature the freezer ? and refrigerator in the illustration below, the cold air enters through the compartments.
  • Page 20: Adjusting Control Settings

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR RECOMMENDED Identify the Control CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT: Refrigerator Control: Position 1 to 7 (32 ° F to 47 °F REFRIGERATOR section Adjust the or 0 °C to 8 °C) is too warm REFRIGERATOR The lower the degree, the colder the refrigerator Opening the door often setting to the next compartment will become.
  • Page 21: Food Storage Guide

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE remove all excess air and do not allow humidity. A package that is incorrectly sealed will result in the Storing Fresh Food transmission of bad odors, contaminants inside your refrigerator, and will cause your foods to dry. Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted.
  • Page 22: Refrigerator Shelves

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SHELVES To slide the shelve towards the outside: Pull towards you, figure A The shelving of your refrigerator can be adjusted to comply with your storage necessities; Depending on the model you To slide the shelve towards the inside: have in can include glass shelving or wired shelving.
  • Page 23: Optibin Crispers

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL (in some models) Removing the Vegetable Drawer/Crisper: 1. Slip out the drawer towards the outside until it stops. For the conservation of fruits you can control and adjust 2. Slightly lift the front part and pull the rest, in order to the humidity level (high or low) in the drawers.
  • Page 24: Door Racks

    USINGYOURREFRIGERATOR USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Installing the Vegetable Drawer Cover DOOR RACKS 1. Put the cover over the supports (1). Door racks can be taken off in order to clean them 2. Slightly lift the cover (2) while introducing it to the support better.
  • Page 25: Dairy Compartment

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR 4. To move it to the last position, make sure all the racks are well assembled and that they are not loosen. Correct DURABASE (in some models) Incorrect 1. To remove the Durabase , push it back, raise the front part and pull it up WARNING: Someone could get hurt if the racks are not 2.To put it back, insert the Durabase in the rail...
  • Page 26: Glide Out Drawer

    USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR GLIDE-OUT DRAWER BASKET (in some models) Pull the box as much as possible, pick up the basket a bit (1) and pull it out (2). WIRED DURABASE (in some models) To install, pull the cords to their fullest (1). Lock the supports of the basket into the slides of the cords (2) and push it all the way To take the wired durabase off, pull it to its maximum through (3).
  • Page 27: Refrigerator Care And Cleaning

    REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING PLASTIC PARTS (Covers and Panels) WARNING Do not use abrasive, paper or rough products. These could damage the product. COVER BACK In order to get an efficient performance of your refrigerator, clean the rear part of it at least twice a year. Explosion Hazard Do not use flammable cleaners.
  • Page 28: Power Interruptions

    REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING 4. Turn the bulb counter clockwise and remove it. c. In case you do not possess neither ice chest or dry ice, 5. Install the new light bulb. consume your food as soon as possible. 6. Take the cover (1), lock the hooks (2) from the rear part of the light bulb and push it upwards (3).
  • Page 29 ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER NOTE: If the size of the ice cube is smaller or bigger than NOTE: The automatic Ice maker is only included in some what you desire, you can adjust its size by pushing the models.
  • Page 30: About The Automatic Ice Maker

    ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER NOTE: It is necessary to have a water source when REQUIREMENTS both water and/or ice dispensers are available in your 1/4" (6,35 mm) in diameter copper product. pipe to connect refrigerator to the water pipe. Make sure both BEFORE START terminals are cut in a squared manner.
  • Page 31: Connecting The Waterline

    CONNECTING THE WATERLINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6. PLACE THE PIPELINE. (CONTINUED) Place the pipeline between the cold water pipe and the refrigerator. Place it through a hole in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or next to the cabinet) as close 2.
  • Page 32 CONNECTING THE WATERLINE Allow water flow from the bypass valve (2) and close after Place compression nut and ferule at the end of the draining ¼ of a gallon (1L) of water. pipeline. Insert pipeline into the connection valve as far as possible.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR The thawing timer will make a "click" sound when such timer will start and finish. Temperature controlling device Your new refrigerator might produce certain noises that will also make a "click" sound at the beginning and ending your previous refrigerator did not.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE IT LOOKS LIKE THE COMPRESSOR MOTOR STAYS ON TOO LONG. Check if... Then... The replaced refrigerator was an older model. Modern refrigerators with a bigger storage capacity require longer periods of operation. The room temperature is hotter that usual. The motor will continue working when the room temperature is high.
  • Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE THERE IS A WEIRD TASE AND SMELL IN THE ICE Check if... Then... The ice maker has been installed correctly. Don't use the first ices made. The ice has been on storage to long. Dispose of that old ice and make new. The food hasn't been packed in the correct way Pack again the food because it can transfer odors and tastes to the ice.
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE THE ICE MAKER DOESN´T WORK Check if... Then... The ice maker is off. Turn the ice maker to the position on (I). The water supply is down or not plugged. Read the section Connecting the Water Line. The freezer temperature is warm. Wait 24 hrs for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature.
  • Page 37 1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA LG Customer Information Center...

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