Checking the Level

Leveling the appliance prevents unnecessary noise, vibration and movement. Check whether the appliance is perfectly level after installation.The appliance is heavy. Two or more people are required when leveling the appliance. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death.Position the appliance in the final location and check to make sure it is level.All leveling feet must rest solidly on the floor. Gently push on the corners of the appliance to make sure that it does not rock from corner to corner. Make sure there are no gaps between the front leveling feet and the floor.Use the wrench (packaged with the appliance) to turn the leveling feet.Extend the front feet to raise the appliance or retract the feet to lower it. If unable to level the appliance using only the front feet, tip the appliance forward and install the two rear leveling feet. Do not lay the appliance down to install the leveling feet.Raise or lower the appliance using the leveling feet until the appliance is level from side to side and front to back.Make sure that all leveling feet are in firm contact with the floor. If the appliance is used without leveling, it may fall, causing injury, damage, or product malfunction.Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to level the appliance. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the appliance to vibrate.When the appliance is completely stable and all leveling feet are resting solidly on the floor, tighten the locking nuts a.

Installing on Carpeting

Follow these instructions when installing the appliance on carpeting.The appliance is heavy. Two or more people are necessary to install the rear leveling feet and carpet spikes. Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury.Keep the appliance upright when moving and installing it. If you lay the appliance on its side, refrigerant may leak and cause the appliance to malfunction.Move the appliance into its final location using the wheels at the bottom of the appliance.Install the two rear leveling feet at the rear bottom of the appliance.Tip the appliance, do not lay it down, to install the leveling feet.Level the unit following the instructions in Leveling the Appliance.Install the four carpet spikes on the ends of the leveling feet, with the shorter, octagonal faces toward the front.Take care when handling the carpet spikes. They are designed to pierce through the carpet backing and pad and are very sharp.Keep fingers and hands out from under the spikes when setting the unit in place to avoid personal injury or product damage.Level the appliance once more after installing the spikes.If the carpet has very deep pile or padding, the front feet may need to be extended slightly to install the drip tray.If installing the appliance on carpeting:Be sure to check and empty the drip tray often.Do not open the unit during operation to avoid condensation forming on carpet surface, which may result in surface mold or mildew.Keep the bottom of the cabinet dry when filling or emptying water tanks. Keep the outside of the water tanks clean and dry to discourage growth of mold or mildew.

Reversing the Door

It is possible to reverse the direction of the door swing. This should be done by the installer at the time of installation, if desired.If the direction of the door swing needs to be changed after installation, contact the LG Customer Information Center.

Using Non-skid Pads

Non-skid pads prevent the appliance from shaking or shifting when opening or closing the door.Clean the floor to attach the non-skid pads.Use a dry rag to remove foreign objects or moisture. If moisture remains, the non-skid pads may slip.Adjust the level after placing the appliance in the installation area.Place the adhesive side a of the non-skid pads on the floor.Move the appliance feet onto the non-skid pads.Do not attach the adhesive side a of the non-skid pads to the feet of the appliance.Recheck the appliance’s levelness.Push or rock the edges of the appliance gently to make sure that the appliance does not rock. If the appliance rocks, level the appliance again.The pads may leave a sticky residue when they are removed. The residue can be removed with alcohol.

Assembling the Drip Tray

Before using the appliance, insert the drip tray onto the bottom of the cabinet.Hold the tray so the arrow and letter on the front of the tray face up.Insert one side of the tray first, then the other. Push the tray until it slides completely in.To detach, pull one side out then the other.If the tray collects water, detach it and empty the water. After emptying it, reassemble the tray.Do not operate the appliance without installing the drip tray. Doing so could lead to water damage caused by leaking.

Installing Hinge Covers

Open the appliance door.Snap a hinge cover onto the upper hinge assembly with the bent edge on the far side from the hinge.Repeat with the remaining hinge cover on the lower hinge assembly.