LG GSJV31DSXF, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...refully This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference ENGLISH MFL71798705 Rev 04_052522 www lg com Copyright 2021 2022 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 2: ...efore Installation 12 Removing the Fridge and Freezer Door 13 Connecting the Water Line 15 Levelling and Door Alignment 16 Turning on the Power 18 Moving the Appliance for Relocation 18 OPERATION Before Use 19 Product Features 22 Control Panel 25 Ice and Water Dispenser 26 Automatic Icemaker 28 Door in Door 30 Drawer 31 Shelf 31 Door Basket 32 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application 33 Smart Diagnosi...

Page 3: ...TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service 39 APPENDIX CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT 47 ...

Page 4: ...can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children shall not play with the This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk R...

Page 5: ...houses and by clients in hotels motels and other residential type environments bed and breakfast type environments catering and similar non retail applications This refrigerating appliance is not intended to be used as a built in appliance This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant R600a but it is also combustible When transporting and installing the appliance care should be t...

Page 6: ...mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process Do not use a hair drier to dry the inside of the appliance or place a candle inside to remove the odours Do not use electrical appliances inside the refrigerator Make sure not to get a body part such as a hand or foot stuck while moving the appliance Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the appliance interior or exterior D...

Page 7: ...y two or more people holding the appliance securely Install the appliance on a firm and level floor Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight wind rain or temperatures below freezing Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight or expose it to the hea...

Page 8: ...ble mounted The appliance should be connected to a dedicated power line which is separately fused Do not use a multi socket outlet which is not properly grounded portable In case of using a properly grounded multi socket outlet portable use the multi socket outlet with the current capacity of the power cord rating or higher and use the multi socket outlet only for the appliance Dispose of all pack...

Page 9: ...ide the appliance can cause suffocation Do not put animals such as pets into the appliance Do not place heavy or fragile objects containers filled with liquid combustible substances flammable objects such as candles lamps etc or heating devices such as stoves heaters etc on the appliance Do not place any electronic appliance such as heater and mobile phone inside the appliance If there is a gas le...

Page 10: ... circuit is fully efficient 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 d...

Page 11: ...e door or door in door Maintenance This appliance is equipped with maintenance free LED interior light Do not remove cover or LED lamp in any attempt to repair or change it Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre 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 s...

Page 12: ...ned to operate within a limited range of ambient temperatures depending on the climate zone The internal temperatures could be affected by the location of the appliance the ambient temperature the frequency of door opening and so on The climate class can be found on the rating label Australia India Kenya Argentina NOTE The appliances rated from SN to T are intended to be used at an ambient tempera...

Page 13: ...ing the doors or cleaning the appliance Failure to follow these instructions may result in death fire or electric shock Removing the Freezer Door 1 The water supply line is connected to the top right part in the back of the appliance Hold the water supply connection and gently push the collet a to detach the water supply line Unscrew the cover b 2 Remove the screw from the hinge cover at the top o...

Page 14: ...bly CAUTION Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inner side facing up Removing the Fridge Door 1 Disconnect all wire harnesses a NOTE The number of wire harnesses may vary depending on the model 2 Rotate the hinge lever b clockwise Lift the top hinge c free of the hinge lever latch d CAUTION When lifting the hinge free of the hinge lever latch be careful that the door does not fall ...

Page 15: ...etween 138kPa and 827kPa is recommended for the optimal operation of the water dispenser If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure below 138 kPa you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 138 k...

Page 16: ... safety device according to EN 1717 to avoid drinking water pollution through water backflow To be sure please ask your installer In case water tap is without backflow prevention valve according to EN 1717 you have to use an extra backflow prevention valve compliant with German drinking water ordinance between water tap and water inlet hose Checking the Water Connection 1 Turn on the water supply ...

Page 17: ...doors may not be possible when the floor is not leveled or is of weak or poor construction The refrigerator is heavy and should be installed on a rigid and solid surface Some timber flooring may cause levelling difficulties if it flexes excessively Door Alignment for Freezer and Fridge Door If the door of the appliance is not level adjust the difference in the height of appliance door 1 Open the d...

Page 18: ... plug to the outlet wait 3 or 4 hours before you put food into the appliance If you add food before the appliance has cooled completely your food may spoil To turn off the appliance disconnect the power plug from the socket outlet Moving the Appliance for Relocation Preparing for Relocation 1 Remove all food from inside the appliance 2 Pull the power plug out insert and fix it into the power plug ...

Page 19: ...freezer door is open for a long time or opens very frequently When the power goes out for a long period of time When larger amounts of hot food are placed into the freezer Turning off the Alarm Press the Freezer button until the alarm stops ringing Failure Detection The appliance can automatically detect problems during the operation NOTE If a problem is detected the appliance may not operate and ...

Page 20: ... hot food is placed inside the internal temperature of the appliance can increase and negatively affect other foods stored in the appliance If you set an excessively low temperature for food it may become frozen Do not set a temperature lower than the required temperature for the food to be stored correctly If there are chill compartments in the appliance do not store vegetables and fruits with hi...

Page 21: ...awer can be used to store ice and food from 12 C to 18 C for short periods Two star frozen food compartments are suitable for storing pre frozen food storing or making icecream and making ice cubes Two star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food ...

Page 22: ... 1 This feature is only available on some models a Control Panel Sets the refrigerator temperature and freezer temperature the water filter condition and the dispenser mode b Door in Door 1 This is a convenient storage area for frequently used items that require easy access c Door in Door Lever 1 Opens Door in Door ...

Page 23: ...nse the temperature c Automatic Icemaker 1 This is where ice is automatically produced and stored d Freezer Shelf Stores frozen food such as meat fish and ice cream To freeze food items quickly store the food on the left side of the top shelf If you need to store more food store it on the shelves in order starting from the top shelf Food items will freeze most quickly in the zone e Freezer Door Ba...

Page 24: ...all bottles using the bottle rack CAUTION Do not store short bottles or containers The items may fall and cause an injury or appliance damage i Snack Drawer 1 Stores small packages of refrigerated foods j Door in Door Compartment 1 Stores commonly used food items such as beverages and snacks k Water Tank 1 Stores water to supply the dispenser It requires manual filling l Fridge Drawer Stores fruit...

Page 25: ... ice or frozen foods This function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button This function automatically terminates after a specific period has passed b Freezer Press this button repeatedly to select a desired temperature between 23 C and 15 C The default freezer temperature is 18 C c Fridge Press this button repeatedly to select a desired temperature between 1 C and 7 C The d...

Page 26: ...he default temperature is recommended for each compartment The displayed temperature is the target temperature and not the actual temperature inside the appliance The actual temperature inside the appliance depends on the following factors room temperature the amount of food and how often the doors are opened where the appliance is Set the temperatures by considering these factors If there is any ...

Page 27: ...mp together It is normal for milky cloudy water to be dispensed after replacing the water filter This air in the water will eventually clear and is safe to drink during this transition Using the Ice and Water Dispenser Press the dispenser selection button repeatedly until the light above the icon that you want illuminates Press the dispenser paddle a with a glass or other container to dispense cub...

Page 28: ...er dispenser tank has been placed on the appliance correctly If it is not assembled correctly water may leak from the tank into the appliance If there is an insufficient amount of water in the water dispenser tank ice cube size and quantity may be affected and may result in no ice being made If there is no water in the water dispenser tank the cold water and ice dispensing function of the dispense...

Page 29: ...r deep Ice may jam in the ice passage affecting the performance of the appliance Keep the glass at a proper distance from the ice outlet A glass held too close to the outlet may prevent ice from dispensing Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin if you go on vacation or if an extended power outage occurs Water from melting ice may drop from the dispenser onto the floor Freezer Icemaker The automatic...

Page 30: ...atic icemaker switch is set to the on position Keep children away from the dispenser When refitting the ice bin ensure that it is placed correctly If it is tilted or unlevel it may not continue to make ice due to sensor disruption Door in Door This feature is only available on some models Using the Door in Door Pull the lever at the bottom of the door upwards until the door in door opens There is ...

Page 31: ...le of the vegetable drawers and gently pull them out 2 Lift the vegetable drawer up and remove it by pulling it out 3 Refit the drawer in the reverse order of the removal process CAUTION Always empty the drawers before removing them and use both hands when removing and refitting them Make sure that the fridge doors are fully open before removing and assembling the drawers Shelf CAUTION Glass shelv...

Page 32: ...er while they are cold Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or food spilling Door Basket Removing Refitting the Door Basket 1 Hold both edges of the basket and remove it by lifting it upward 2 Refit the door baskets in the reverse order of the removal process...

Page 33: ...ature may be subject to change without prior notice and may have a different form depending on where you are located Using LG ThinQ to Diagnose Issues If you experience a problem with your Wi Fi equipped appliance it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu Follow the instruct...

Page 34: ...34 SMART FUNCTIONS NOTE For best results do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted ...

Page 35: ...use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth Do not use contaminated cloths when cleaning the stainless steel doors Always use a dedicated cloth and wipe in the same direction as the grain This helps reduce surface staining and tarnishing Cleaning the Interior When removing a shelf or drawer from inside t...

Page 36: ...e filter cartridge MUST be replaced every 6 months at the rated capacity or if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs Where a backflow prevention device is installed on a water system a device for controlling pressure due to thermal expansion must be installed Ensure all tubing and fittings are secure and free of leaks NOTE While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions a...

Page 37: ...ater fitler making sure the end is fully sealed 4 Insert the screw cap until the colored line in the water filter is no longer visible 5 Press and hold the Water Filter button for three seconds That resets the Replacement Filter icon The new water filter has been activated 6 Dispense water for approximately 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminants from the system CAUTION Failure to replace...

Page 38: ...en take it out 4 Dry the air filter by using a hair dryer or by leaving it in the sunlight A natural palm wood powder is used for the air filter to increase deodorizing performance Even if it falls off it is not harmful Wipe it off with a towel or cloth CAUTION Do not wash the air filter with water ...

Page 39: ...the ice maker switch or the automatic icemaker button on the control panel to ON Press I on the automatic icemaker switch or set ON for the automatic icemaker button on the control panel For more details on how to use visit LG Electronics website or use your smart device Is the temperature of the freezer compartment set too high If the set temperature is too warm ice will be produced slowly or not...

Page 40: ...ater different when comparing it with the taste of water from the previous water purifier Has the purified water or cold water not been used for an extended period of time Has it been a long time since you installed and replaced the filter If an expired filter is used the purification performance may decline It is recommended to replace the filter according to the filter replacement period Have yo...

Page 41: ...ure to a colder setting Is the appliance in direct sunlight or is it near a heat generating object such as cooking oven or heater Check the installation area and reinstall it away from heat generating objects Did you store hot food without cooling it first Cool the hot food first before putting it in the fridge or freezer compartment Did you put in too much food Maintain an appropriate space betwe...

Page 42: ...irst before putting it in the fridge or freezer compartment Is the air entry or exit of the freezer compartment blocked Make sure that air entry or exit is not blocked so that the air can circulate inside Is the freezer compartment overfilled Maintain an appropriate space between items Frost or condensation has formed inside or outside the appliance Did you open and close the appliance door freque...

Page 43: ...oor closed Close the door gently It is difficult to open the appliance door Did you open the door right after you closed it If you try to open the appliance door within one minute after you closed it you may have difficulties because of the pressure inside the appliance Try to open the appliance door again in a few minutes so that the internal pressure stabilizes The inside lamp in the appliance d...

Page 44: ...k or uneven or levelling legs need to be adjusted See the Door Alignment section Appliance with linear compressor was moved while operating Normal operation If the compressor does not stop rattling after three minutes turn the power to the appliance off and then on again Whooshing noises Evaporator fan motor is circulating air through the fridge and freezer compartments Normal Operation Air is bei...

Page 45: ...EPREL database Keep the energy label for reference and all other documents supplied with the appliance valid from 1st March 2021 Symptoms Possible Cause Solution Your home appliance and smartphone are not connected to the Wi Fi network The password for the Wi Fi that you are trying to connect to is incorrect Find the Wi Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it then register your appli...

Page 46: ...46 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE The model name can be found on the rating label of the appliance This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G ...

Page 47: ...отвратяване на негативните последствия за околната среда и човешкото здраве Вашият стар уред може да съдържа части за многократна употреба които биха могли да бъдат използвани за ремонт на други продукти както и други ценни материали които могат да бъдат рециклирани с цел запазване на ограничените ресурси x Можете да занесете Вашия уред или в магазина от който сте го закупили или можете да се свър...

Page 48: ...nen gefährliche Substanzen enthalten die eine korrekte Entsorgung dieser Altgeräte erforderlich machen um schädliche Auswirkungen auf die Umwelt und die menschliche Gesundheit zu vermeiden Ihre ausgedienten Geräte können wiederverwendbare Teile enthalten mit denen möglicherweise andere Produkte repariert werden können aber auch sonstige wertvolle Materialien enthalten die zur Schonung knapper Ress...

Page 49: ...l antiguo aparato ayudará a evitar posibles consecuencias negativas para el medio ambiente y para la salud humana El antiguo aparato puede contener piezas reutilizables que podrían utilizarse para reparar otros productos y otros materiales valiosos que pueden reciclarse para conservar los recursos limitados Este producto contiene pilas y o acumuladores Siempre que no sea necesaria la intervención ...

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Page 51: ...atura nuova di tipo equivalente Si prega di informarsi previamente presso il punto vendita prescelto circa tale ultima modalità di conferimento dell apparecchiatura a fine vita x Il corretto smaltimento dell unità obsoleta contribuisce a prevenire possibili conseguenze negative sulla salute degli individui e sull ambiente Una gestione responsabile del fine vita delle apparecchiature elettriche ed ...

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