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CAUTION

Caution
  • To reduce the risk of minor injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

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Installation

After unpacking, check the appliance for any damage that may have occurred during transit.Wait for at least 3 to 4 hours in order to ensure the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.Move the appliance carefully on sensitive floors to avoid damage to the floor.

Operation

Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands. It may cause frostbite.Do not place glass containers, bottles or cans (especially those containing carbonated drinks) in the freezer compartment, shelves or ice bin that will be exposed to temperatures below freezing.The tempered glass on the front side of the appliance door or the shelves can be damaged by an impact. If it is broken, do not touch it with hands.Do not hang from the appliance doors, storage room, shelf or climb up into it.Do not store an excessive amount of water bottles or containers for side dishes on the door baskets.Do not open or close the appliance door with excessive force.If the hinge of the appliance door is damaged or operates improperly, stop using the appliance and contact an authorized service centre.Prevent animals from nibbling on the power cable or water hose.Never eat frozen foods immediately after they have been taken out in the freezer compartment.Make sure not to get a hand or foot stuck upon opening or closing the appliance door or door in door.

Maintenance

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. They may shatter if exposed to sudden temperature changes.Do not insert the shelves upside down. The shelves may fall.To remove frost from the appliance, contact an LG Electronics customer information centre.Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin in the freezer compartment during an extended power outage.