LG LFX28995ST User Manual

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102

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGLISH

Problem

Possible Causes

Solutions

Icemaker is
making too much
ice.

Icemaker shutoff (arm/sensor)
is obstructed.

Empty the ice bin. If your icemaker is equipped
with an ice shutoff arm, make sure that the arm
moves freely. If your icemaker is equipped with
the electronic ice shutoff sensor, make sure that
there is a clear path between the two sensors.
Reinstall the ice bin and wait 24 hours to confirm
proper operation.

Clicking

The defrost control will click
when the automatic defrost
cycle begins and ends.
The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control on some
models) will also click when
cycling on and off.

Normal Operation

Rattling

Rattling noises may come from
the flow of refrigerant, the
water line on the back of the
unit, or items stored on top of
or around the refrigerator.

Normal Operation

Refrigerator is not resting solidly
on the floor.

Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to
be adjusted. See the Door Alignment section.

Refrigerator with linear
compressor was jarred while
running.

Normal Operation

Whooshing

Evaporator fan motor is
circulating air through the
refrigerator and freezer
compartments.

Normal Operation

Air is being forced over the
condenser by the condenser
fan.

Normal Operation

Gurgling

Refrigerant flowing through the
cooling system.

Normal Operation

Popping

Contraction and expansion of
the inside walls due to changes
in temperature.

Normal Operation

Sizzling

Water dripping on the defrost
heater during a defrost cycle.

Normal Operation

Vibrating

If the side or back of the
refrigerator is touching a cabinet
or wall, some of the normal
vibrations may make an audible
sound.

To eliminate the noise, make sure that the sides
and back cannot vibrate against any wall or
cabinet.

Dripping

Water running into the drain pan
during the defrost cycle.

Normal Operation

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