To adjust the temperature of your refrigerator, first check where the
temperature control is located (on the external control panel or inside
the appliance).
For models with an external control panel, press and hold the
[Lock/Unlock] button for 3 seconds to unlock it, then adjust the
temperature.
For models with internal controls, use the buttons or dial to set the
desired temperature.
Recommended temperatures: Refrigerator 3°C (37°F), Freezer -18°C (0°F)
How to adjust the temperature when the controls are on the refrigerator door
- 1. If the lock function is enabled, press and hold the [Lock/Unlock] button for 3 seconds to unlock it.
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2. Press the refrigerator temperature button to set your desired
temperature.
※ Note: The appearance and display may vary by model.
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3. The refrigerator temperature can be set between 0°C (32°F) and
6°C (43°F).
- Lower numbers mean a colder refrigerator temperature.
- Higher numbers mean a warmer refrigerator temperature.
How to adjust the temperature when the controls are inside the refrigerator
[Models with button controls]
- Press the button to set your desired temperature.
- As the indicator lights move to the right, the refrigerator becomes colder; as they move to the left, it becomes warmer.
- The appearance of the temperature control and the available temperature settings may vary by model.
[Dial-control models]
Turn the dial left or right to adjust the temperature.
Turning the dial to the right makes the refrigerator colder, and
turning it to the left makes it warmer.
Note
For some direct cooling models (single-door refrigerators), turning the dial all the way to the left turns off the refrigerator to defrost.
How to adjust the freezer temperature
- 1. The freezer temperature control is located inside the freezer compartment.
- 2. Turn the control knob to adjust the temperature.
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3. As the number increases, the freezer becomes colder. As the
number decreases, it becomes warmer.
Note:- The appearance of the temperature control and the recommended settings may vary by model.
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On standard refrigerators, the freezer and refrigerator
compartments are connected.
Adjusting the control knob changes the airflow between the freezer and refrigerator compartments. - As the freezer gets colder, the refrigerator may become warmer.
- We recommend keeping the freezer temperature control at the recommended setting.
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4. For models with dial controls, turn the dial left or right to
adjust the temperature.
Turning the dial to the right makes the freezer colder; turning it to the left makes it warmer.
How to adjust the temperature by refrigerator type
[Modern Edge (Bottom Freezer) models]
- 1. The temperature controls are located on the refrigerator door.
- 2. Press the refrigerator or freezer temperature button to set the desired temperature.
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3. The temperature settings cycle in the following order:
- Refrigerator: 3°C → 2°C → 1°C → 7°C → 6°C → 5°C → 4°C → 3°C
- Freezer: -20°C → -21°C → -22°C → -23°C → -15°C → -16°C → -17°C → -18°C → -19°C → -20°C
※ Note: The appearance of the temperature control, default settings, and temperature range may vary by model.
[Built-in refrigerators]
- 1. The temperature control can be set from 1 (Min) to 5 (Max).
- 2. The temperature control is automatically set to 3 when the refrigerator is powered on or after a power outage.
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3. The temperature ranges are as follows:
- Refrigerator: Level 5 (Max) is 0°C (32°F), and Level 1 (Min) is 6°C (43°F).
- Freezer: Level 5 (Max) is -23°C (-9°F), and Level 1 (Min) is -15°C (5°F).
Objet Collection refrigerators
Open the door to find the temperature control panel at the top.
Press the Refrigerator Temperature button to adjust the temperature
between 1°C and 7°C (34°F and 45°F).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q. What is the ideal refrigerator temperature?
- A. The recommended temperature is 2°C–4°C (36°F–39°F) for the refrigerator and around -18°C (0°F) for the freezer.
- Q. Is it better to set the freezer to a colder temperature?
- A. Setting the temperature too low may increase frost buildup and energy consumption. Use the recommended settings for best performance.
This guide was created for all models, so the images or content may be different from your product.
