A:AnswerBest Buy is not necessarily wrong with that Cutout height of 72 1/4" for the ENERGY STAR® Qualified LG Counter-Depth MAX™ 26.5 Cu. Ft. French Door Smart Refrigerator with Internal Water Dispenser - Stainless Steel, Model # LRFLC2716S.
The 1 inch installation clearance for the top listed in the specifications on our product detail page for the refrigerator that ensures that you have enough space around the refrigerator for airflow is a minimum recommendation. The more airflow you have around the refrigerator, the better so a cutout of 72 1/4" is not necessarily wrong.
Refrigerator are heat exchange units that need space to dissipate the heat they generate. They take heat from the interior of the unit and dissipate it to the surrounding environment which plays a crucial role in both the cooling and heating processes in refrigeration systems...^Ivan.
A:AnswerHi there! We understand your inquiry about the interior shelf depth of your LG LRFLC2716S French 3-Door Refrigerator. Although LG’s published specs list the overall cabinet depth (without door) as 24.75″ and the depth without handles as 29.12″, the usable shelf depth will be slightly less once you account for insulation, glass lip, and trim.
Estimating Usable Shelf Depth
Cabinet Depth Reference
Depth without Door: 24.75″
Depth without Handles: 29.12″
Subtract Insulation & Trim
Rear insulation typically reduces the interior by ~1″
Front spill-protector tempered-glass lip trims off ~0.5″–0.75″
Estimated Usable Shelf Depth: 22.5″–23.5″ from back wall to front glass edge
Shelf Configuration & Flexibility
4 Split, Fixed Spill-Protector™ Tempered-Glass Shelves
You can remove one half of a split shelf to accommodate taller items—giving you flexible horizontal space
Cantilevered design lets you reposition shelves at different heights
How to Measure Exactly
Open the refrigerator and remove a shelf by tilting the front edge up and sliding it out.
Place a tape measure against the back interior wall, and measure straight to the front glass edge where the shelf sits.
Reinstall the shelf by fully seating the back lip into its supports, then lowering the front edge into place—this ensures an accurate measurement and keeps the shelf stable.
Troubleshooting Tip
When measuring, make sure the unit is level (sides 1/8″, top 1″, back 2″ clearance) and the shelf is fully seated on its supports. An unlevel refrigerator or a partially seated shelf can give skewed measurements and cause items to slide.
https://www.lg.com/us/refrigerators/lg-lrflc2716s-french-3-door-refrigerator#pdp_specs
If you’d like printable diagrams from the user manual or further assistance in comparing models, please send us a private message on Social Media @LGUSSupport. We’re here to help you find the perfect fit for your needs!
—Renzo
A:AnswerHi there. Thanks for reaching out! The LG LRFLC2716S features hidden hinges, but it does not have zero-clearance hinges. For proper installation, the recommended clearances are 1/8" on the sides, 1" on top, and 2" in the back to ensure proper ventilation and door functionality.
https://www.lg.com/us/refrigerators/lg-lrflc2716s-french-3-door-refrigerator#pdp_specs
Please send us a private message on Social Media @LGUSSupport and our team will be more than happy to explore possible solutions. We appreciate your patience. —Renzo
