LG Refrigerator Installation Guide

Installation Overview

This guide provides a step-by-step process for installing your LG refrigerator. Ensure you have read all instructions before proceeding.

1. Unpacking the Refrigerator
2. Choosing the Proper Location
3. Disassembling/Assembling
4. Connecting the Water Line
5. Leveling and Door Alignment

WARNING: Connect to potable water supply only.

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 it. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator 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 temporary labels. Do not remove warning labels, model/serial number labels, or the Tech Sheet. To remove tape or glue residue, rub briskly with your thumb or a small amount of liquid dish soap and warm water. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners. Reinstall or adjust shelves as needed.

Choosing the Proper Location

Water Supply

The refrigerator must be located where a water supply can be connected for the automatic icemaker. The water pressure must be 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa). If the water pressure is low (below 20 psi), a booster pump may be needed.

Electricity

Use an individual, grounded outlet: 115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC, 15 amps minimum. WARNING: Do not overload house wiring. 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. Adjust leveling legs to compensate for unevenness. Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform, or weakly supported structures is not recommended.

Ambient Temperature

Install the appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55 °F (13 °C) and 110 °F (43 °C). Extreme temperatures may affect cooling ability.

Dimensions and Clearances

Check dimensions to ensure sufficient room for moving the refrigerator through doors or openings. Allow space behind the unit for connections and airflow, and space in front to open doors and drawers. Too little clearance may lower freezing capability and increase electricity consumption. Allow at least 2 inches (50 mm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall. Remember to allow enough room in front to fully open doors and drawers.

Removing/Assembling Doors

If the entrance door is too narrow, remove the refrigerator doors. CAUTION: Use two or more people to remove and install doors. Disconnect electrical supply before installing. Do not put hands, feet, or other objects into air vents or the bottom of the refrigerator. Be careful when handling hinges. Remove food and bins before detaching doors. Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing doors.

Removing the Freezer Door

1. Disconnect electrical supply.
2. Remove the hinge cover screws. Lift the hook with a flat-head screwdriver.
3. Pull out water supply lines. Disconnect wire harnesses. Unscrew the ground wire.
4. Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch.
5. Free the hinge from water lines and wire harnesses.
6. Lift the door from the bottom hinge pin and place it on a non-scratching surface.

NOTE: Wire harness count may vary. Ground wire may not be present on all models.

Removing the Refrigerator Door

1. Detach wire harnesses. Unscrew the ground wire.
2. Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch.
3. Lift the door from the bottom hinge pin.
4. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.

CAUTION: Be careful that the door does not fall forward when lifting it free of the latch.

Assembling the Refrigerator Door

1. Place the door onto the bottom hinge pin.
2. Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
3. Connect wire harnesses. Screw in the ground wire.

NOTE: Align the refrigerator door with the cabinet to help fit the top hinge.

Assembling the Freezer Door

1. Install the freezer door onto the bottom hinge pin.
2. Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the lever clockwise and fasten the hinge.
3. Connect all wire harnesses and the ground wire.
4. Push the water supply lines into the hole on the top case and pull them through the backplate.
5. Hold the water supply connection and gently push in the collet to connect the water supply lines. Insert the tube at least 5/8 inch (15 mm) into the connector. Insert the clip on the joint to fasten the tubes.

NOTE: Wire harness count may vary. Ground wire may not be present on all models.

Connecting the Water Line

Before Beginning

This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing. Turn the icemaker OFF if the refrigerator will be used before the water line is connected. Do not install tubing in areas where ambient temperatures fall below freezing.

WARNING: Connect to potable water supply only.

CAUTION: Connect only to a cold water supply. Wear eye protection during installation.

Water Pressure

You will need a cold water supply. Models with water filter: 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa). For reverse osmosis systems: 40 - 60 psi minimum. If water pressure is less than 20 psi, check the sediment filter or storage tank. If pressure remains low, call a plumber. All installations must comply with local plumbing codes.

Supplies Needed

• Copper or PEX Tubing, ¼ in. outer diameter
• Power drill
• ½ in. or adjustable wrench
• Flat-blade and Phillips screwdrivers
• Two 1¼ in. outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves)

Water Line Installation Instructions

1. Shut off the main water supply. Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve pressure.
2. Choose a valve location that is easily accessible. Connect into the side of a vertical water pipe, or the top/side of a horizontal pipe to avoid sediment.
3. Drill a ¼ in. hole in the water pipe using a sharp bit. Remove burrs. Be careful not to allow water to drain into the drill.
4. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.
5. Tighten the pipe clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell. NOTE: Do not over-tighten.
6. Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator through a drilled hole. Ensure sufficient extra tubing (about 8 ft.) is coiled to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall.
7. Connect the tubing to the valve. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Ensure the tubing is fully inserted. Tighten the compression nut securely.
8. Flush out the tubing. Turn the main water supply on and flush until water is clear. Shut off water at the valve after about one quart has been flushed.
9. Connect the tubing to the refrigerator. NOTE: Ensure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged in. Remove the flexible plastic cap from the water valve. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the tubing end and connect to the refrigerator connection.
10. Turn the water on at the shutoff valve. Tighten any connections that leak. CAUTION: Check for leaks. Ensure the house water valve is fully open.

NOTE: The hookup line cannot be white, plastic tubing. Licensed plumbers must use copper tubing or Cross Link Polyethylene (PEX) tubing. A self-piercing saddle type water valve should not be used. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to; saddle valves are illegal in Massachusetts.

Leveling and Door Alignment

Leveling

The refrigerator has two front leveling legs. Adjust legs to alter tilt from front-to-back or side-to-side. If the refrigerator seems unsteady, or doors do not close easily, adjust the refrigerator's tilt.

1. Turn the leveling leg left to raise that side, or right to lower it. It may take several turns.
2. Open both doors and check if they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs to the left, ensuring they are turned the same amount.

NOTE: A flare nut wrench works best, but an open-end wrench will suffice. Do not over-tighten.

Door Alignment

Both left and right refrigerator doors have an adjustable nut on the bottom hinge to raise or lower them. If the space between doors is uneven, follow these instructions to align them evenly:

1. Open the door and use the wrench to loosen the keeper nut by turning it to the left.
2. Use the wrench to adjust the height by turning the adjustment hinge pin to the right to raise the door or to the left to lower it.
3. Use the wrench to fasten the keeper nut by turning it to the right.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten the door adjustment screw. The hinge pin can be pulled out; the adjustable range of height is a maximum of 2 in. (5 cm).

Start the Icemaker

• If the water line is connected, turn icemakers on. Refer to Control Panel in the Operation section.
• The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15 °F (-9 °C) or below. It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker has been turned ON.

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.