If you need information on an older LG refrigerator, the model and serial numbers can be found on the information label.
For spare parts, it’s essential to know both the model number and the revision number, as certain parts are compatible only with specific revisions. To find the production date, you may need the serial number, which typically includes this information. While LG generally displays the production date on the label, some models may lack a directly readable date.
Location of information stickers on different refrigerator models
General location
The information label is usually placed inside the refrigerator compartment on the side wall for easy access. It is never placed in the freezer compartment, as frozen items can obstruct the view or damage the sticker.
Models with top freezer
For LG refrigerators with a top freezer, look for the model number and serial number on the top right side wall of the refrigerator compartment.
Side-by-side models (American style)
On American-style side-by-side models, the label is on the left side of the partition separating the refrigerated compartments, inside the refrigerated compartment.
French door and multi-door models
For French door models and multi-door models, the label is located on the inside left wall of the refrigerator compartment.
Older LG models (pre-2014)
In models assembled before 2014, the label may be located slightly differently, but always in the refrigerator compartment, never in the freezer compartment or on the doors.
Refrigerators may have another label that is small and taped to the side of the refrigerator; this label has barcodes on it that have the model number and serial number information written on it. You can read it either with your phone, modern phone models read barcodes without installing separate apps or look under the barcode to see the numbers. This is a technical label designed to control the movement of the refrigerator through the assembly line during production.
LG refrigerator model number and serial number on the sticker
By finding the information sticker, you can easily find out basic information about your refrigerator. The location and amount of information on the sticker may vary depending on the place of assembly and year of manufacture of the refrigerator.
The model number, labeled Model, is information about the refrigerator model, and the barcode SER.no. (Serial Number) is the serial number, which is indicated by numbers and a barcode. Don’t be surprised by the barcode, it is necessary for quick access to information during the repair, the technician scans the barcode and finds out information about the refrigerator. If the text is hard to read, try taking a picture of the label with your phone and enlarging it for clarity.
Alternative ways to find information about the refrigerator
In addition to the label, information can be obtained from: online shopping records. If the refrigerator was purchased online, check your purchase history to get model information, but you’ll have to remember where you bought it.
How to find the model number of an LG refrigerator if there is no sticker
Check parts: Look for the part number on components such as ice makers or fans, which can help identify the model, although this is a tricky way to do it.
Search by photo: Take a picture of the refrigerator and find similar models with an online picture search.
