LG LNXS30996D - User Manual

5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH • Keep packing materials out of the reach of children. Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation. • Do not install the refrigerator in a damp or dusty place where insulation on electrical parts may deteriorate. • Do not place the r...

6 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 contac...

7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH CAUTION To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: INSTALLATION • Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of...

8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements. Electrical requirements: 115 V, 60 Hz Min. / Max. water pressure: 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Model LNXS30996* Description French door refrigerator ...

9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH PRODUCT OVERVIEW 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 1 4 2 3 5 6 7 LED Display Displays the refrigerator and fr...

10 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Interior 9 7 8 9 11 12 13 10 10 2 3 4 1 6 5 Bluetooth Speaker Refer to the speaker manual packed with the refrigerator. Panorama View Camera Every time the refrigerator door is opened and closed, an image of the refrigerator compartment is created. LED Interior Lighting Lights up...

11 INSTALLATION ENGLISH INSTALLATION 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 Level...

12 INSTALLATION Unpacking the Refrigerator WARNING • Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury. • The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the floor when moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. Always pull the refrigera...

13 INSTALLATION ENGLISH 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, the doors must be removed. ...

14 INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the Doors If the entrance door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway. WARNING • Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator and freezer doors. • Di...

15 INSTALLATION ENGLISH 5 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door. CAUTION • Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface. NOTEDisassembling/Assembling the Water Lines Collet Tube Insert line (Correct) Removing the Right Refrigerator Door 1 Remove the top hinge co...

16 INSTALLATION 4 Detach the HDMI cable. 5 Rotate the hinge lever (1) clockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch (2). 6 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door. CAUTION • Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface. Removing the Freezer Doors 1 R...

17 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Assembling the Freezer Doors 1 Lower the door onto the lower hinge pin. Lower hinge 2 Position the middle hinge pin in place to hold the door and insert the two hinge bolts. 3 Tighten the two hinge bolts. Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door Install the right-side door firs...

18 INSTALLATION 4 Place the cable cover in place. 5 Connect the wire harnesses (1) and screw the ground wire (2). 6 Place the cover (1) in its place. Insert and tighten the cover screw (2). Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed. 1 ...

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...

21 INSTALLATION ENGLISH • Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line. The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32 in. at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, m...

23 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Turning on the Power • After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the final position. CAUTION • Connect to a rated power outlet. • Have a qualified electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper ...

24 INSTALLATION Door Alignment Leveling the doors may not be possible when the floor is not level, or is of weak or poor construction. The refrigerator is heavy and should be installed on a rigid and solid surface. Some wood flooring may cause leveling difficulties if it flexes excessively. Refriger...

25 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Method 2 • Only allows a maximum of 3mm of adjustment. 1 Use the wider side of the number (2) wrench to unscrew the locking nut. Unscrew nut 2 Use the narrower side of the wrench to turn the adjustment hinge pin clockwise or counterclockwise, and adjust the gap difference bet...

26 OPERATION OPERATION Before Use 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 ...

27 OPERATION ENGLISH Control Panel Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Control Panel Features 7 9 5 10 8 NOTE • When the refrigerator is in the Power Saving Mode, the display remains off until a door is opened or a button is pressed. Once on, the display rem...

29 OPERATION ENGLISH InstaView Display Touch the InstaView Display once to wake it up and display weather information.Touch the InstaView Display again to display the last application used.Touch the applications button ( ) at the bottom right of the display to view all applications. NOTE • The Insta...

30 OPERATION Applications LG Alexa Ask LG Alexa questions. (“Alexa, what’s the weather in Hana, Hawaii?”) Panorama View Check the shelves and door bins without opening the fridge. Recipe Search through hundreds of preloaded recipes. Shopping List Create and manage shopping lists.Check your shopping ...

31 OPERATION ENGLISH InstaView Select home button and touch the screen to bring up the smart label menu.The smart label menu includes features that are useful for food management.Use these features to set a kitchen timer, label food items, or input the expiration date for each item so the refrigerat...

32 OPERATION Refrigerator Manager Refrigerator Temperature Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). The default refrigerator temperature is 37 °F (3 °C). Press the – or + button to select a new set temperature from 33 °F to 46 °F (1 °C to 8 °C...

34 OPERATION Panorama View Every time the refrigerator door is opened and closed, an image of the refrigerator compartment is created. View the images by selecting each part of the fridge in the diagram. • Touch an image to bring up the smart label functions (stickers, memos, timers and expiration d...

35 OPERATION ENGLISH LG Alexa LG Alexa is capable of voice interaction, music playback, making to-do lists, setting alarms, and providing weather and other real-time information. • Launch the LG Alexa app and speak your request clearly. • If you are running an application other than LG Alexa, or if ...

36 OPERATION Settings Display & Volume Set the screen brightness and volume. Wi-Fi Connect the appliance to Wi-Fi. Date & Time Set the correct date and time for your location. Region Set the region where the appliance is installed. Alerts Set timer notifications and food expiration date noti...

37 OPERATION ENGLISH Ice and Water Dispenser CAUTION • Keep children away from the dispenser. Children may play with or damage the controls. • Throw away the first few batches of ice (about 24 cubes) after installation. This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time. • ...

38 OPERATION Locking the Dispenser Press the Lock button on the control panel for 3 seconds to lock or unlock the dispenser and all of the control panel functions.The control panel functions are disabled on both the control panel and the Smart InstaView display. Cleaning the Dispenser Drip Tray 1 Pu...

39 OPERATION ENGLISH Ice Compartment Keep the ice compartment door closed tightly. If the ice compartment door is not closed tightly, the cold air in the ice bin will freeze food in the refrigerator compartment. This could also cause the icemaker to stop producing ice. CAUTION • Keep hands and tools...

40 OPERATION Automatic Icemaker Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available. Auto shutoff (feeler arm) NOTE • Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker produces 50 - 80 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment te...

41 OPERATION ENGLISH Storing Food Where to Store Food Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.Each compartment inside the refrigerator is designed to store different types of food.Store food in the optimal space to enjoy the freshest taste. 5 3 7 8 9 4 1 2 6 Adju...

42 OPERATION CAUTION • Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door bins. Doing so may cause damage to the bin or personal injury if items are removed with excessive force. • Do not store glass containers in the freezer. Contents may expand when frozen, break the container and cause injury. •...

43 OPERATION ENGLISH Storing Frozen Food Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook for further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times. Freezing Your freezer will not quick-freeze a large quantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze...

44 OPERATION Assembling the Big Fresh Zone Drawer 1 Slightly tilt up the front of the drawer and insert the rollers on the sides into the guides. 2 Gently push the drawer in while lowering it into place. Removing/Assembling the Fresh Zone Compartment Removing the Fresh Zone Compartment 1 Open both r...

45 OPERATION ENGLISH Assembling the Fresh Zone Compartment 1 Hold the cover at a 45-degree angle and insert it into the refrigerator. 2 Supporting the cover with one hand, bring the cover to a horizontal position and lower it onto the guides. Push the cover back into place. 3 Tilt up the front of on...

46 OPERATION Door-in-Door Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.The Door-in-Door compartment allows for easy access to commonly used food items. To access the Door-in-Door compartment, lift the lever under the right side door. The compartment opens with a click...

47 OPERATION ENGLISH 4 Move the EasyLift bin up to remove it. Lift the lower door bin from the bottom to remove it. NOTE • Assemble in the reverse order of removal. EasyLift Bin Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.Move the EasyLift bin up and down easily and ...

48 OPERATION Freezer Drawer The sliding freezer drawers allow easy access and convenience of use.Use the upper compartments to store packaged frozen foods and frequently-used foods.Use the lower compartment for larger frozen foods and items stored for longer periods. Removing the Freezer Drawers 1 O...

49 OPERATION ENGLISH Door Bins Store small packaged frozen food in the freezer door bins, or small packaged refrigerated food or beverages in the refrigerator door bins, such as milk, water, juice, beer, etc.Do not store ice cream or foods intended for long- term storage in the freezer door bins.The...

50 OPERATION CAUTION • Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilled food. • Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact. • Glass shelve...

51 SMART FUNCTIONS ENGLISH SMART FUNCTIONS Appliance Registration The appliance must be registered to an LG account in order to use the LG SmartThinQ application.The appliance can be connected to Wi-Fi and registered right from the InstaView Display. Using the InstaView Display 1 Open the Applicatio...

52 SMART FUNCTIONS LG SmartThinQ Application The LG SmartThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. Installing the LG SmartThinQ Application Search for the LG SmartThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instruc...

53 SMART FUNCTIONS ENGLISH FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.This equipment should be inst...

54 SMART FUNCTIONS Smart Grid Function When the refrigerator operates in Smart Grid mode, the Smart Refrigerator function can control energy usage or delay the operation of some functions to save energy during peak usage periods. • You can override the Smart Grid function any time (using the Smart G...

55 SMART FUNCTIONS ENGLISH Smart Diagnosis™ Function Should you experience any problems with the appliance, it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the LG Customer Information Center. NFC or Wi-Fi equipped models can also transmit data to a smartphone using the LG Smart Thin...

56 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning WARNING • Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. CAUTION • Do not use an abrasive cloth or sponge when cleaning the interior and exterior of the refrigerator. • Do not place your hand on the bottom surface of the refri...

57 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH Replacing the Fresh Air Filter Replace the Fresh Air Filter: • Approximately every six months. • When the Replace Filter icon turns on. 1 Turn the filter cover to the left to detach it from the refrigerator wall. Remove the filter from the cover. • The filter is located on the...

61 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions Q: What are the best temperature settings for my refrigerator and freezer? A: The default setting for the refrigerator is 37° Fahrenheit (3° Celsius). The default setting for the freezer is 0° Fahrenheit (-18° Celsius). Adju...

62 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 Solutions Refrigerator and Freezer section are not cooling. The refrigerator control is set to OFF (some models). • Turn the contro...

70 TROUBLESHOOTING Noises Problem Possible Cause Solutions Clicking The defrost control will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or refrigerator control on some models) will also click when cycling on and off. • Normal Operation Rattling Rattling noises ma...

71 LIMITED WARRANTY ENGLISH LIMITED WARRANTY FOR USA ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NO...

74 LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CANADA ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS THE LAWS OF YOUR PROVINCE OR TERRITORY DO NOT PERMIT THAT, OR, IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS, IF YOU CHO...