LG GTF7043PS, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...implify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference ENGLISH www lg com Copyright 2017 2020 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved global_main book book Page 1 Wednesday November 25 2020 11 32 AM ...

Page 2: ...ION Before Installation 11 Levelling the Appliance 11 Turning on the Power 12 Moving the Appliance for Relocation 12 OPERATION Before Use 13 Product Features 16 Control Panel 18 Water Dispenser 19 Icemaker 21 Automatic Icemaker 22 Door in Door 23 Fridge Drawer 24 Door Basket 24 Shelf 25 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application 26 Smart Diagnosis 28 MAINTENANCE Cleaning 30 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Callin...

Page 3: ...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 Read the part with this symbol...

Page 4: ...ls 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 taken to ensure that no parts of the ...

Page 5: ...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 Do not spray water or inflamm...

Page 6: ...liance 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 heat from heating appliances such as st...

Page 7: ... can cause suffocation Do not plug the appliance into a multi socket adapter which does not have a power cable 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...

Page 8: ...ion 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 leakage isobutane propane natural gas ...

Page 9: ...t 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...

Page 10: ... that waste electrical and electronic products WEEE should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream Old electrical products can contain hazardous substances so correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health Your old appliance may contain reusable parts that could be used to repair other products and oth...

Page 11: ...res 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 temperature between 10 ºC and 43 ºC Levelling the Appliance Adjusting the Levelling Leg If the appliance seems unsteady o...

Page 12: ...ce has cooled completely your food may spoil 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 hook at the rear or on top of the appliance 3 Tape parts such as shelves and the door handle to prevent from falling off while moving the appliance 4 Move the appliance with more than tw...

Page 13: ... from the our information centre may have difficulty finding the problem Suggestion for Energy Saving For the most efficient use of energy make sure that door bins drawers and shelves are assembled properly Ensure there is sufficient space between stored foods This allows cold air to be circulated evenly and lowers electricity bills Store hot food only after it has cooled in order to prevent dew o...

Page 14: ... due to the lower temperature In the event of a blackout call the electricity company and ask how long it is going to last You should avoid door openings while the power is off When the power supply gets back to normal check the condition of the food Maximum Freezing Capacity Express Freeze function will allow the freezer to reach its maximum freezing capacity This generally takes up to 24 hours a...

Page 15: ...15 OPERATION ENGLISH If you remove the label some adhesive will remain stuck to the appliance global_main book book Page 15 Wednesday November 25 2020 11 32 AM ...

Page 16: ... most quickly in the zone c Icemaker 1 Stores ice produced by the manually icemaker You can slide the icemaker along the shelf from side to side to any desired position d Freezer Temperature Controller This controller regulates the air flow to the freezer compartment by setting it to a suitable balance e Pull Out Tray Fresh Room Drawer This is where food items are stored at a colder temperature th...

Page 17: ...s l Door in Door Compartment 1 Stores commonly used food items such as beverages and snacks m Water Dispenser Tank 1 Stores water to supply the dispenser It requires manual filling n Automatic Icemaker 1 This is where ice is automatically produced and stored o Freezer Door Basket Stores small packages of frozen food Do not store ice cream or food which will be stored for a long period of time NOTE...

Page 18: ... turn each time you press the button This function automatically terminates after a specific period has passed c Wi Fi This button allows the appliance to connect to a home Wi Fi network Refer to Smart Functions for information on the initial setup of the LG ThinQ application d Lock This locks the buttons on the control panel To lock the control panel buttons press and hold the Lock button for 3 s...

Page 19: ...ommended Setting the controller at 6 8 level will maintain a low temperature in the freezer Type2 The temperature can be adjusted from level 1 to level 5 Level 3 is recommended Setting the controller at 4 5 level will maintain a low temperature in the freezer NOTE Wait until 2 or 3 hours have passed after connecting the appliance to the outlet before storing food in the appliance The internal temp...

Page 20: ... Wipe the dispenser outlet frequently with a clean cloth as it may get dirty easily NOTE Lint from a cloth may adhere to the outlet Filling the Water Tank The water tank holds the water which is to be dispensed 1 Open the cap on the top of the water tank 2 Fill the water tank with potable water and close the cap WARNING Fill with potable water only Do not fill the water tank with beverages or hot ...

Page 21: ...de of the water tank and the fridge door with a clean cloth 6 Mount the water tank in the reverse order of the removal process Icemaker This feature is only available on some models Using the Moving Icemaker This is where ice is manually produced and stored 1 Pull out the ice tray from the Icemaker 2 Fill the ice tray with water up to the marked water line 3 Hold and push the ice tray back to its ...

Page 22: ... with your hand or a tool Do not remove the cover of the automatic icemaker Dispose of the ice inside the ice bin if you go on vacation or if an extended power outage occurs NOTE The icemaker produces ice normally when approximately 48 hours have passed after the appliance is initially installed If the ice bin is completely filled with ice ice production will stop Sound of ice dropping into the ic...

Page 23: ... the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding caused by ruptured water lines or connections Set the icemaker power switch to OFF O and shut off the water supply to the appliance NOTE The ice bin should be emptied any time the icemaker on off switch is turned to the OFF O position Door in Door This feature is only available on some models Using the Door in Door Press t...

Page 24: ... Refitting the Fresh Vegetable Drawer 1 Remove the contents of the drawer Hold the handle of the vegetable drawer and gently pull it out outward until the drawer stops completely 2 Lift the vegetable drawer up and remove it by pulling it out 3 Mount the vegetable drawer in the reverse order of the removal process CAUTION Remove all food from inside the appliance otherwise injuries can be caused by...

Page 25: ...tting the Shelf 1 Hold the both side of the shelf Lift the shelf up and remove it by pulling it out 2 Refit the shelf by sliding it inward until the shelf snaps into the frame global_main book book Page 25 Wednesday November 25 2020 11 32 AM ...

Page 26: ...omes weak It may take a long time to register or installation may fail 2 Turn off the Mobile data or Cellular Data on your smartphone 3 Connect your smartphone to the wireless router NOTE To verify the Wi Fi connection check that f icon on the control panel is lit The appliance supports 2 4 GHz Wi Fi networks only To check your network frequency contact your Internet service provider or refer to y...

Page 27: ... register the appliance NOTE To disable the Wi Fi function press and hold the Wi Fi button for 3 seconds The f icon will be turned off Wireless LAN Module Specifications Wireless function S W version V 1 0 For consideration of the user this device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the device and the body Declaration of Conformity Hereby LG Electronics declar...

Page 28: ...sing Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues 1 This control panel is only available on some models Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the LG ThinQ application Control Panel 1 On the Freezer Door 1 1 Press the Lock button to activat...

Page 29: ...29 SMART FUNCTIONS ENGLISH NOTE For best results do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted global_main book book Page 29 Wednesday November 25 2020 11 32 AM ...

Page 30: ...mended to maintain reliable and economical operation of the unit Keep the air vents on the exterior of the appliance clean Blocked air vents can cause fire or appliance damage For the appliance exterior 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...

Page 31: ...FCI If the problem persists contact an electrician There is poor refrigeration or freezing Is the fridge or freezer temperature set to its warmest setting Set the fridge or freezer temperature 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 Di...

Page 32: ... food first before putting it inside the fridge or freezer Did you leave the appliance door open Although the condensation will disappear soon after you close the appliance door you can wipe it with a dry cloth Do you open and close the appliance door too frequently Condensation can form due to the temperature difference from the outside Wipe out the dampness with a dry cloth Did you put warm or m...

Page 33: ...ou are trying to connect to is incorrect Find the Wi Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it then register your appliance on LG ThinQ Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi Fi network The wireless network name SSID is set incorrectly The wireless network name SSID should be a combination of Engl...

Page 34: ...to the Energy Efficiency classes by Regulation EU 2019 2016 For more information about the energy efficiency of the appliance visit https ec europa eu and search using the model name valid from 1st March 2021 Scan the QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance which provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database Keep the ene...

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