LG VT40BPP, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...ly 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 VT40BPP VT40WPP MFL70501114 Rev 00_110821 www lg com Copyright 2021 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 2: ...NING 3 CAUTION 8 INSTALLATION Before Installation 10 Levelling the Appliance 10 Turning on the Power 11 Moving the Appliance for Relocation 11 OPERATION Before Use 12 Product Features 14 Control Panel 17 Water Dispenser 19 Icemaker 20 Automatic Icemaker 22 Fridge Drawer 23 Door Basket 23 Shelf 23 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application 24 Smart Diagnosis 25 MAINTENANCE Cleaning 27 TROUBLESHOOTING Bef...

Page 3: ...following Technical Safety This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk Read the part with this symbol caref...

Page 4: ...rant and insulation blowing gas used in the appliance require special disposal procedures Consult with service agent or a similarly qualified person before disposing of them Do not damage the refrigerant circuit If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the outlet socket is loose do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre Do not locate multiple portable outlet sockets or ...

Page 5: ...d abrasive etc over the interior or exterior of the appliance to clean it Do not clean the appliance with brushes cloths or sponges with rough surfaces or which are made of metallic material Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble repair or modify the appliance Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance...

Page 6: ... a place where it is easy to unplug the power plug of the appliance Be careful not to let the appliance door fall during assembly or disassembly Be careful not to pinch crush or damage the power cable during assembly or disassembly of the appliance door Be careful not to point the power plug up or let the appliance lean against the power plug Do not connect a plug adapter or other accessories to t...

Page 7: ... appliance Operation Do not use the appliance for any purpose storage of medical or experimental materials or shipping other than any domestic household food storage use If water penetrates electrical parts of the appliance disconnect power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre Unplug the power plug during a severe thunderstorm or lightening or when not in use for a long p...

Page 8: ...pane natural gas etc do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately This appliance uses a refrigerant gas isobutane R600a Although it uses a small amount of the gas it is still combustible gas Gas leakage during appliance transport installation or operation can cause fire explosion or injury if sparks are caused Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances e...

Page 9: ...e 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 fo...

Page 10: ...e zone The internal temperatures could be ected by the location of the appliance the ambient temperature thefrequenc yofdooropeningand 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 appl...

Page 11: ...ce If you add food before the appliance 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...

Page 12: ...e power the repair technician 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 coo...

Page 13: ...to be stored correctly If there are chill compartments in the appliance do not store vegetables and fruits with higher moisture content in the chill compartments as they may freeze 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 c...

Page 14: ... foods such as meat and icecream Moving Icemaker 1 This is where ice is manually produced and stored You can slide the icemaker along the shelf from side to side to any desired position Freezer Temperature Controller 1 This controller regulates the air ow to the freezer compartment by setting it to a suitable balance Freezer Door Basket Stores small packages of frozen food Do not store ice cream o...

Page 15: ...e fridge temperature l Door Cooling Cold air comes out to keep the fridge door basket cool m Fridge Shelf Stores refrigerated foods and fresh foods Stores the foods with higher moisture content at the front of the shelf The shelf height can be adjusted by inserting the shelf in another groove of different height n Bottom Shelf Stores refrigerated foods and fresh foods CAUTION Do not store any item...

Page 16: ...16 OPERATION You can move it to and use it at a desired position as needed However do not use it as the ice bin or place it on the shelf on top of the fridge or the vegetables drawer ...

Page 17: ...re is 3 C NOTE The actual inner temperaturevaries depending onthe food status as the indicated setting temperature is a target temperature not actual temperature within the appliance Express Freeze This function can quickly freeze a large amount of ice or frozen foods This function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button for 3 seconds This function automatically terminates a...

Page 18: ...this button repeatedly to select a desired temperature between Cold and Coldest The initial fridge temperature is Normal c b Express Freeze This function can quickly freeze a large amount of ice or frozen foods This function is enabled and disabled in turn each time you press the button for 3 seconds This function automatically terminates after a specific period has passed Control Panel 3 Inside t...

Page 19: ...feature is only available on some models Using the Dispenser You can dispense water by pressing the lever Press the paddle a of the water dispenser to get cold water CAUTION Keep children away from the dispenser to prevent children playing with or damaging the controls NOTE If the cup rim is small water may splash out of the glass or miss it completely Cleaning the Dispenser Wipe the entire area w...

Page 20: ...r tank with potable water Cleaning the Water Tank 1 Remove the water tank cover 2 Empty the water tank 3 Hold the water tank with both hands and pull it up 4 Remove the water valve a in the water tank by turning it clockwise 5 Clean the water tank and the water valve in running water Wipe the inside and outside of the water tank and the fridge door with a clean cloth 6 Mount the water tank in the ...

Page 21: ...o not fill the ice basket with water NOTE You can remove the ice maker to create more space inside the freezer compartment if you do not use it If the ice tray is overfilled the ice cubes may stick together and be difficult to remove Ice can be removed more easily by pouring water on the ice tray Using the Ice Tray This is where ice is manually produced Fill the ice tray with water up to the marke...

Page 22: ... be made In Door Icemaker The automatic icemaker can automatically make 6 cubes at a time 30 50 cubes within a 24 hour period if conditions are favorable This amount may vary according to the environment ambient temperature around the appliance frequency of the door being opened amount of food stored in the appliance etc Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off To turn the automatic icemaker On Of...

Page 23: ...t 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 the weight of stored foods 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 basket in the reverse order of the removal process Shelf Removing Refitting t...

Page 24: ...ar the signal strength becomes 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 the Wi Fi indicator on the control panel is lit The appliance supports 2 4 GHz Wi Fi networks only To check your network frequency contact your ...

Page 25: ...the appliance NOTE To disable the Wi Fi function press and hold the Wi Fi button for 3 seconds The Wi Fi indicator will be turned off Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL LGPL MPL and other open source licenses that have the obligations to disclose source code that is contained in this product and to access all referred license terms copyright notices and oth...

Page 26: ...en you have to close and open the door 5 times again 3 Open both fridge and freezer door and then hold the phone on the upper right speaker hole 4 After the data transfer is complete the diagnosis will be displayed in the application Control Panel 2 Inside the Fridge 1 1 Open the fridge door 2 Close and open the fridge door 5 times within 8 seconds NOTE If you do not close and open the door 5 time...

Page 27: ... and side ventilation covers is recommended 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 contaminat...

Page 28: ... the circuit breaker on the GFCI 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 fr...

Page 29: ...ion There is condensation inside the appliance or on the bottom of the vegetable drawer cover Did you store hot food without cooling it first Cool the hot 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...

Page 30: ...appliance or on the bottom of the vegetable drawer cover Did you store hot food without cooling it first Cool the hot 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...

Page 31: ...liance if the installation area is too humid or on a humid day such as a rainy day Wipe off any moisture with a dry cloth The side or front of the appliance is warm There are anti condensation pipes fitted to these areas of the appliance to reduce condensation forming from around the door area The heat releasing pipe to prevent condensation is installed on the front and side of the appliance You m...

Page 32: ... 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 English letters and numbers Do not use special character...

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