LG LRMNC1803 Le manuel du propriétaire

OWNER'S MANUAL

FRENCH DOOR

REFRIGERATOR

Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the

appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS

LRMNC1803*

MFL70525053

Rev.00_070919

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3

4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

4 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

4 WARNING

7 CAUTION

8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

8 Product Features

11 INSTALLATION

11 Before Installing

12 Choosing the Proper Location

14 Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers

17 Leveling and Door Alignment

18 Turning on the Power

19 OPERATION

19 Before Use

20 Control Panel

21 Sabbath Mode

21 Storing Food

22 Refrigerator Shelves

23 Crisper Drawers

24 Door Bins

24 Durabase

25 SMART FUNCTIONS

25 Smart Diagnosis™ Function

26 MAINTENANCE

26 Cleaning

27 TROUBLESHOOTING

27 FAQs

28 Before Calling for Service

33 LIMITED WARRANTY

33 For USA

37 For Canada

4SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Safety Messages

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and

follow all safety messages.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,

and tell you what may happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, scalding or injury to persons when using this

product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Installation

• To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all industry recommended safety procedures including

the use of long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.

• Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has

missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

• Only connect this product to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for use with this product (115

V, 60 Hz, AC only). It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard

3-prong wall outlet.

• Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

• The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.

• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

• Contact an authorized service center when installing or relocating the refrigerator.

• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

• Keep packing materials out of the reach of children. Packaging material can be dangerous for children.

There is a risk of suffocation.

• Do not install the refrigerator in a damp or dusty place where insulation on electrical parts may

deteriorate.

• Do not place the refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from heating appliances such as

stoves or heaters.

• Do not bend or pinch the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages

will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION.

These words mean:

WARNING

You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

CAUTION

You may be injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instructions.

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Operation

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as :

- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

- farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

- bed and breakfast type environments;

- catering and similar non-retail applications.

• This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials or

for use on ships, etc.

• DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the

refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

• Do not allow children to climb into the refrigerator. They could be trapped and suffocated.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the refrigerator.

• Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small.

Be careful closing doors when children are nearby.

• Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands. Doing

so may cause frostbite.

• Do not refreeze frozen food that has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health hazard.

• Do not use an adapter plug or plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.

• Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or

connector end. Immediately have all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged

repaired or replaced by qualified service personnel.

• Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.

• Do not modify or extend the power cord.

• Do not use an uncertified power outlet. Do not plug appliance into a damaged wall outlet.

• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator. Doing so could

result in personal injury or electric shock.

• In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure the area is adequately ventilated and contact an

authorized service center before resuming use. Do not touch the refrigerator or power cord of the

refrigerator.

• Disconnect the power cord immediately and contact an authorized service center if there is a strange

noise, odor, or smoke coming from the appliance.

• Do not use any fuse (such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse.

• Do not place or use an electrical appliance inside the refrigerator, unless it is of a type recommended by

the manufacturer.

• Do not put animals inside the appliance.

• Do not place heavy or fragile objects, liquid filled containers, combustible substances, or flammable

objects (such as candles and lamps) on the appliance.

• Avoid contact with any moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heater that releases the ice

cubes.

• If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.

• Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

• Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those

recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are

of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

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Maintenance

• Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.

• Do not light a candle to remove odors in the refrigerator.

• In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ensure the area is

adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center.

• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator.

• This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they have been

adequately supervised by a responsible to ensure that they can use the appliance safely. Young children

should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

• The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights are interior LED lighting, and service should be

performed by a qualified technician.

• Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.

• Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.

• Do not store glass containers or soda in the freezer compartment. Contents may expand when frozen,

break the container and cause injury.

• Do not store, disassemble or repair the appliance yourself or allow unqualified personnel to do so.

Disposal

• Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When

disposing of the refrigerator, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the doors but leave

the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

• If disposing of a refrigerator, make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified

servicer. If you release the refrigerant, you may be fined or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant

environmental law.

• When discarding the appliance, remove the door gasket while leaving the shelves and baskets in place,

and keep children away from the appliance.

Grounding Instructions

• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check

with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly

grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper

outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

• Have a certified electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding.

• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight

out from the outlet. Failure to do so may damage the power cord, resulting in a risk of fire and electric

shock.

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Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials

CAUTION

• To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or

property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Installation

• Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.

• The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions.

Operation

• Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

• This appliance is intended to be used only in domestic and similar applications.

• Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface. Do not touch glass surfaces if they are

cracked or broken.

• Do not overfill or pack items too tightly into door bins. Doing so may cause damage to the bin or

personal injury if items are removed with excessive force.

• Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

Maintenance

• Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.

• Remove foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas. Do

not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

• Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside of the refrigerator.

• Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. They may break if exposed to

sudden temperature changes.

This appliance contains a small amount of isobutane refrigerant (R600a), which is combustible.

When transporting and installing the appliance, care should be taken to ensure that no parts

of the refrigerating circuit are damaged. Refrigerant squirting out of the pipes could ignite or

cause an eye injury. If a leak is detected, avoid any naked flames or potential sources of

ignition and air the room in which the appliance is standing for several minutes.

In order to avoid the creation of a flammable gas air mixture if a leak in the refrigerating

circuit occurs, the size of the room in which the appliance may be sited depends on the

amount of refrigerant used. The room must be 10.8 square feet (1 square meter) in size for

every 8g of R600a refrigerant inside the appliance. The amount of refrigerant in your

particular appliance is shown on the identification plate inside the appliance. Never start up an

appliance showing any signs of damage. If in doubt, consult your dealer.

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8PRODUCT OVERVIEW

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product Features

The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject

to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes.

Exterior

aRefrigerator

Fresh food compartment

bFreezer Drawer

Frozen food compartment

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Interior

Standard Door: LRMNC1803*

aControl Panel

Sets the refrigerator and freezer temperatures

bLED Interior Lighting

Lights up the inside of the refrigerator.

cFixed Door Bin

Store chilled food or drinks.

dFolding Door Mullion

Blocks the cold air of the refrigerator from escaping when the doors are closed.

CAUTION

• To reduce the risk of scratching the door or breaking the center door mullion, ensure that the folding

door mullion is folded in before closing the left-hand door.

eAuto-Closing Hinge

The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically when pushed slightly. (The door only

closes automatically when it is open at an angle of less than 30°.)

fAdjustable Refrigerator Shelf

The refrigerator shelves are adjustable to meet individual storage needs.

gFolding Shelf

Store taller items, such as gallon containers or bottles, by pushing the front half of the shelf

underneath the back half of the shelf.

hCrisper

Helps vegetables and fruit to stay crisp.

iDurabase and Durabase Divider

Provides storage for large food items.

10 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Product Specifications

The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.

Electrical requirements: 115 V, 60 Hz

LRMNC1803*

Description Counter-depth, French door refrigerator, bottom freezer

Net weight 231 lb (105 kg)

11INSTALLATION

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INSTALLATION

Before Installing

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to

another location.

aUnpacking the Refrigerator

bChoosing the Proper Location

cDisassembling/Assembling

dLeveling and Door Alignment

12 INSTALLATION

Unpacking the Refrigerator

WARNING

• Use two or more people to move and install the

refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back

injury or other injury.

• The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the floor when

moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service.

Always pull the refrigerator straight out when

moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator

when trying to move it, as floor damage could

occur.

• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to

do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

NOTE

• Remove tape and any temporary labels from

your refrigerator before using. Do not remove

any warning labels, the model and serial number

label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the

front of the refrigerator.

• To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the

area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue

residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a

small amount of liquid dish soap over the

adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm

water and dry.

• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,

flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove

tape or glue. These products can damage the

surface of your refrigerator.

• Reinstall or adjust shelves as needed.

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping

position. Reinstall shelves according to your

individual storage needs.

Choosing the Proper

Location

Electricity

Use an individual, grounded outlet:115 Volts, 60

Hz, AC, 15 Amps minimum.

WARNING

• Do not overload house wiring and cause a fire

hazard by plugging in multiple appliances in the

same outlet with the refrigerator.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install

the refrigerator in a wet or damp area.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be

installed and leveled on a solidly constructed floor.

If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate

for the unevenness of the floor.

NOTE

• Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a

platform or weakly supported structure is not

recommended.

Ambient Temperature

Install this appliance in an area where the

temperature is between 55 °F (13 °C) and 110 °F

(43 °C).

If the temperature around the appliance is too low

or high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.

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Dimensions and Clearances

• Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sufficient room to

move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings.

• If an opening is too narrow to fit the refrigerator through, remove the refrigerator doors. See Removing/

Assembling the Doors and Drawers in this manual.

• The installation location chosen for the refrigerator should allow space behind the unit for connections

and airflow and space in front to open the doors and drawers.

• Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased

electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24 inches (610 mm) in front of the refrigerator to open the

doors, and at least 2 inches (50 mm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.

- Dimension/Clearance LRMNC1803*

A Depth without Handle 28 5/8" (726 mm)

B Width 32 3/4" (831 mm)

C Height to Top of Case 69" (1755 mm)

D Height to Top of Hinge 70 3/4" (1797 mm)

E Back Clearance 2" (50 mm)

F Depth without Door 24 1/4" (615 mm)

G Depth (Total with Freezer Drawer Open) 45 3/4" (1162 mm)

H Depth (Total with Door Open 90°) 41 7/8" (1063 mm)

I Front Clearance 24" (610 mm)

B

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14 INSTALLATION

Removing/Assembling the

Doors and Drawers

If the entrance door is too narrow for the

refrigerator to pass through, remove the

refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator

sideways through the doorway.

WARNING

• Use two or more people to remove and install

the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer.

• Disconnect the electrical supply to the

refrigerator before installing.

• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the

air vents or bottom of the refrigerator.

• Be careful when handling the hinge and stopper.

• Remove food and bins before detaching the

doors and drawers.

• Do not hold the handle when removing or

replacing the doors and drawer as the handle

may come off.

Tools Needed

• 3/32 in. Allen wrench

• 1/8 in. Allen wrench

• 1/4 in. Allen wrench

Removing the Hinge Cover

Remove the screws from the hinge cover at the top

of the refrigerator. Lift the hook (not visible),

located at the bottom of the front side of the cover

with a flat-head screwdriver.

Removing the Left Refrigerator

Door

1 Disconnect all the wire harnesses a. Unscrew

the ground wire b.

2 Rotate the hinge lever c counterclockwise.

Lift the top hinge d free of the hinge lever

latch e.

CAUTION

• When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be

careful that the door does not fall forward.

3 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and

remove the door.

CAUTION

• Place the door, inside facing up, on a

nonscratching surface.

Removing the Right Refrigerator

Door

1 Detach all the wire harnesses a.

NOTE

• The number of wire harnesses may vary

depending on the model.

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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 latch, be

careful that the door does not fall forward.

3 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and

remove the door.

CAUTION

• Place the door, inside facing up, on a

nonscratching surface.

Removing the Freezer Drawers

WARNING

• Use two or more people to remove and install

the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer.

• Be careful of sharp hinges on both sides of the

drawer.

• When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to

damage the floor.

• Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.

• To prevent accidents, keep children and pets

away from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer

open. If the Durabase® storage bin is removed

from the freezer drawer, there is sufficient space

for a small child or pet to crawl inside.

1 Pull the drawer open to full extension.

Remove the Durabase basket from the rails.

2 Remove the screws from the rails at both

ends.

3 Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to

remove it from the rails.

4 Hold both rails and push them in

simultaneously.

16 INSTALLATION

Assembling the Freezer Drawer

1 Pull out both rails simultaneously until they

are fully extended.

2 Grasp the drawer on each side and hook the

drawer supports into the rail tabs located on

both sides.

3 Lower the door into its final position and

insert the screws in the rails on both sides.

4 Insert the basket into the frame, and push the

drawer back until it clicks into place.

Assembling the Right Refrigerator

Door

CAUTION

• Install the right-side door first.

1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in

the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto

the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure.

2 Fit the hinge a over the hinge lever latch b

and slot it into place. Rotate the lever c

counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

3 Connect all the wire harnesses d.

NOTE

• The number of wire harnesses may vary

depending on the model.

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Assembling the Left Refrigerator

Door

CAUTION

• Install the left refrigerator door after the right

door is installed.

1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in

the bottom of the door. Install the refrigerator

door onto the middle hinge.

2 Fit the hinge a over the hinge lever latch b

and slot it into place. Rotate the lever c

clockwise and fasten the hinge.

3 Connect all the wire harnesses and the

ground screw.

Assembling the Hinge Cover

Position the hinge cover in its place. Insert and

tighten the cover screws.

Leveling and Door

Alignment

Leveling

The refrigerator has two front leveling legs. Adjust

the legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or side-

to side. If the refrigerator seems unsteady, or the

doors do not close easily, adjust the refrigerator’s

tilt using the instructions below:

1 Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that

side of the refrigerator or to the right to lower

it. It may take several turns of the leveling leg

to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

NOTE

• A flare nut wrench works best, but an open-end

wrench will suffice. Do not over-tighten.

2 Open both doors and check to make sure that

they close easily. If the doors do not close

easily, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the

rear by turning both leveling legs to the left. It

may take several more turns, and be sure to

turn both leveling legs the same amount.

Door Alignment

Left Refrigerator Door

The left refrigerator door has an adjustable nut,

located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower

the door for proper alignment.

18 INSTALLATION

If the space between the doors is uneven, follow

the instructions below to align the left door:

Use the wrench (included with the owner's

manual) to turn the nut in the door hinge to adjust

the height. Turn the nut to the right to raise the

door or to the left to lower it.

Right Refrigerator Door

The right refrigerator door does not have an

adjustable nut.

If the space between the doors is uneven, follow

the instructions below to align the right door:

1 With one hand, lift up the right door to raise it

at the middle hinge. (It may be easier to lift it

with the doors open.)

2 With the other hand, use pliers to insert the

snap ring on the middle hinge of the right

door section as shown.

3 Insert additional snap rings until the right

door is aligned. (Three snap rings are

provided with the unit.)

Turning on the Power

• After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power

cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push

the refrigerator into the final position.

CAUTION

• Connect to a rated power outlet.

• Have a certified electrician check the wall outlet

and wiring for proper grounding.

• Do not damage or cut off the ground terminal of

the power plug.

Position the Refrigerator

• Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not

vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or

against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to

the wall.

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OPERATION

Before Use

Checklist

Clean the refrigerator.

Clean the refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated

during shipping.

CAUTION

• Do not scratch the refrigerator with a sharp object or use a detergent that

contains alcohol, a flammable liquid or an abrasive when removing any

tape or adhesive from the refrigerator. Remove adhesive residue by wiping

it off with your thumb or dish detergent.

• Do not peel off the model or serial number label or the technical

information on the rear surface of the refrigerator.

Open refrigerator doors and freezer drawers to ventilate the

interior.

The inside of the refrigerator may smell like plastic at first. Remove any

adhesive tape from inside the refrigerator and open the refrigerator doors

and the freezer drawers for ventilation.

Connect the power supply.

Check if the power supply is connected before use.

Wait for the refrigerator to cool.

Allow the refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting

food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure

proper cooling.

CAUTION

• Putting food in the refrigerator before it has cooled could cause the food to

spoil, or a bad odor to remain inside the refrigerator.

The refrigerator makes a loud noise after initial operation.

This is normal. The volume will decrease as the temperature decreases.

20 OPERATION

Control Panel

Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.

The actual control panel may differ from model to model.

Control Panel Features

aFreezer

Indicates the set temperature of the freezer compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). The default

freezer temperature is 0°F (-18 °C). Press the Freezer button repeatedly to select a new set

temperature from -7 °F to 5 °F (-23 °C to -15 °C).

bRefrigerator

Indicates the set temperature of the refrigerator compartment in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). The

default refrigerator temperature is 37 °F (3 °C). Press the Refrigerator button repeatedly to select a

new set temperature from 33 °F to 43 °F (1 °C to 7 °C).

NOTE

• To change the temperature mode from °F to °C (or vice versa) press and hold the Refrigerator and

Freezer buttons simultaneously for approximately five seconds. The temperature indicator on the

display window switches between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

• The displayed temperature is the target temperature, and not the actual temperature of the refrigerator.

The actual refrigerator temperature depends on the food inside the refrigerator.

cVacation

Set the refrigerator to this power saving mode to reduce energy consumption when you are away from

home for a few days.

• Press the Vacation button to turn the function off or on. The LED stays lit when the function is on.

• When this function is on, the other buttons on the control panel are locked. When you return home,

remember to turn this function off to unlock the other buttons and return the refrigerator to its

previous temperature settings.

dExpress Frz.

This function increases freezing capability.

• To activate, press and hold the Express Frz. button until the LED lights up on the control panel. The

function operates for about 24 hours, then turns off automatically.

• To deactivate the function manually, press and hold the Express Frz. button.

NOTE

Display Mode (For Store Use Only)

• The Display Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while

on display in a retail store. When activated, OFF is displayed on the control panel and the display remains

on for 20 seconds.

• To deactivate / activate:

- With either refrigerator door opened, press the Express Frz. button 3 times consecutively while

pressing the Refrigerator button. The control panel beeps and the temperature settings display to

confirm that Display Mode is deactivated. Use the same procedure to activate Display Mode.

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