LG LMX25988
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LG LMX25988 maintenance schedule and special situations.
Maintenance schedule
| Item | Interval | Owner action |
|---|---|---|
| Clean refrigerator and freezer interiors | once a month | Disconnect power, remove removable storage parts, and hand-clean with a soft cloth or sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Rinse and dry the cleaned surfaces. |
| Replace water filter | approximately every 6 months | Remove the old cartridge and fit the specified replacement as directed. Follow the manual’s flushing or initial-output disposal instructions, then reset its filter indicator where specified. |
| Clean ice storage bin as directed | Remove and clean the ice storage bin using the owner manual’s permitted cleaning materials and access procedure. | |
| Allow automatic defrost cycle to finish | about 30 minutes | Allow the automatic defrost pause to finish before judging the normal cooling operation, as the troubleshooting section directs. |
| Wax painted metal exterior surfaces when applicable | twice a year | Apply appliance wax to painted exterior metal as directed. Do not wax plastic parts; follow the separate stainless-steel cleaning instructions for stainless finishes. |
| Clean condenser back cover | at least twice a year | Disconnect power and clean the refrigerator’s back cover for efficient operation. The back cover may be removed only by a qualified technician. |
Special situations
| Item | Interval | Owner action |
|---|---|---|
| Clean door liners and gaskets | Clean door liners and gaskets with the manual’s mild cleaning solution. Avoid the harsh cleaners prohibited for these parts. |
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