{"content_id":"usj3kcz6pr","slug":"kimchi-refrigerator-storage-strength-low-salt-settings","locale":"en","schema_type":"Article","category":"knowledge_base","category_name":"Knowledge Base","title":"Kimchi Refrigerator Settings: Strong, Medium, Weak, Low-Salt","summary":"In kimchi storage mode, strong, medium, and weak indicate how cold the refrigerator keeps the kimchi within the same mode. For less salty kimchi, consider the weak setting or a dedicated low-salt setting if supported, but check your model's manual to confirm the actual temperature and the functions of each compartment.","sponsorship_disclosure":null,"affiliate_disclosure":null,"commerce_disclosure":null,"author":{"name":"Injoys Editorial Team","url":"https://injoys.com/ko/about"},"key_points":["Within the same kimchi storage mode, strong keeps kimchi colder than medium.","Low-salt kimchi can freeze at the low storage temperatures intended for regular kimchi.","If thin ice forms, check the storage strength setting and look for water droplets on the kimchi container lid.","Storage mode and ripening mode serve different purposes, so choose between them accordingly.","Check the set temperature and supported features for the storage compartment, not just the model number."],"content_markdown":"The High, Medium, and Low settings on a kimchi refrigerator indicate different storage temperatures. For less salty kimchi, consider Low or a supported low-salt setting. If a thin layer of ice forms, check the next lower cooling level and the condition of the container. The model’s manual is the authority for exact temperatures. (Verified values from LG Electronics’ general guidance dated May 29, 2026, for Taste-Keeping Kimchi settings: Low -1.0℃, Medium -1.5℃, High -2.0℃. · Source lge.co.kr · Checked 2026-05-29)\n\nThe setting guidance is based on LG Electronics’ May 29, 2026, guidance and other sources.\n\n## What Do High, Medium, and Low Control?\n\nHigh, Medium, and Low indicate cooling levels within the same storage function. Switching to High keeps food colder than Medium. Low keeps it less cold than Medium within that function.\n\nA dedicated kimchi refrigerator maintains temperatures suited to storing kimchi. Supported models also let you select different food storage functions for individual compartments. A function that ferments kimchi serves a different purpose from one that keeps it in its fermented state.\n\n| Setting or function | Meaning | What to check when selecting it |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Kimchi Storage High | Keeps food colder within the same storage mode | Whether it suits salty kimchi and whether the kimchi freezes |\n| Kimchi Storage Medium | The middle storage level for that mode | The type of kimchi and its actual salt content |\n| Kimchi Storage Low | Keeps food less cold within the same storage mode | Whether the kimchi is less salty or a thin layer of ice has formed |\n| Dedicated low-salt setting | Separate storage conditions for low-salt kimchi | Whether the model supports it and which compartments can use it |\n| Fermentation·Aging | A function for fermenting kimchi | Which kimchi it applies to and how to switch modes afterward |\n| Vegetables·Fruit, etc. | Storage functions suited to those foods | Temperature conditions that differ from kimchi storage |\n\nThe name High alone does not tell you the actual temperature. High for kimchi storage and High for vegetable storage are different settings. You also cannot determine the temperature from whether the refrigerator is a chest or upright model.\n\n## Settings by Kimchi Type and Salt Content\n\nJudge the storage level by how salty the kimchi actually is, as well as by its name. Salt content means the amount of salt in a food. Even napa cabbage kimchi can vary in salt content depending on how it is made.\n\nLG Electronics and Samsung Electronics Service recommend Low for less salty kimchi. They suggest Medium for whole-head kimchi with ordinary salt content. For high-salt kimchi or salty aged kimchi, you can consider High.\n\n| Kimchi condition | Setting found in manufacturer guidance | Easy mistake to make |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Less salty water kimchi·radish kimchi | Low or a supported dedicated low-salt setting | Assuming a dedicated mode is supported just because it is called water kimchi |\n| Napa cabbage kimchi·mustard leaf kimchi with ordinary salt content | Medium or the model’s standard setting | Treating all napa cabbage kimchi as having the same salt content |\n| Salty kimchi·high-salt aged kimchi | High or conditions for High Cooling | Assuming all aged kimchi is salty |\n| Napa cabbage kimchi made with less salt | Low-salt storage guidance | Keeping the regular setting just because it is napa cabbage kimchi |\n| Kimchi with unknown salt content | Preparation information or the seller’s storage guidance | Assigning a precise salt-content figure based on taste alone |\n\nThe type of kimchi is a clue for finding a setting, not a measurement of salt content. Salt-content ranges in different manufacturers’ guidance should not be combined into one common standard. Give priority to the applicable conditions in the purchased product’s manual.\n\n## Why Does Low-Salt Kimchi Need a Separate Setting?\n\nLess salty kimchi can freeze at the low temperatures intended for regular kimchi. Samsung Electronics Service distinguishes between storage temperatures for regular and low-salt kimchi. The low-salt setting is designed for the storage conditions of kimchi with less salt.\n\nThis function does not remove salt from kimchi. Putting regular kimchi on the low-salt setting does not turn it into a low-salt food. Using the low-salt setting for all kimchi is not appropriate either.\n\nIf the product has no dedicated function, check the manual’s guidance for storing less salty kimchi. It may recommend Low, but that recommendation cannot be applied to every product. Check support and actual setting temperatures for each model. (Verified values from Samsung Electronics Service guidance dated August 16, 2023, for regular kimchi storage temperatures: Low Cooling -0.8℃, Standard -1.3℃, High Cooling -1.8℃. Low-salt kimchi storage temperatures: Low Cooling 0.0℃, Standard -0.5℃, High Cooling -1.0℃. · Source samsungsvc.co.kr · Checked 2023-08-16)\n\n## What to Check When a Thin Layer of Ice Forms on Kimchi\n\nIf a thin layer of ice forms, check both the temperature setting and the condition of the container. Samsung Electronics Service identifies low temperature and low salt content as causes. Droplets on the lid can also fall and form a thin layer of ice.\n\nSamsung Electronics Service’s “Storage Temperatures by Type of Kimchi” gives this advice:\n\n\u003e Select a temperature one level lower and store the kimchi\n\nThis indicates which way to adjust the setting if you see a thin layer of ice during storage. Follow the model’s manual for the actual button操作.\n\n1. Check whether ice has formed inside the kimchi or only on its surface.\n2. Check whether the compartment is set to a kimchi storage function.\n3. Compare the cooling level with the recommendations for the kimchi type and salt content.\n4. Follow the manual to consider a cooling setting one level lower.\n5. Wipe moisture from the container lid and check that it is sealed.\n6. If the kimchi continues to freeze after adjusting the setting, consider having the manufacturer inspect the product.\n\nManufacturers consistently advise keeping kimchi submerged in its liquid. It is best to use a dedicated container suited to the product. LG Electronics explains that using other containers can affect the circulation of cold air.\n\n## Storing Different Kimchi in One Compartment\n\nKimchi containers in the same compartment share the storage setting selected for that compartment. Separating the kimchi into containers does not give each container a separate temperature. Kimchi with different salt contents may therefore have conflicting setting requirements if stored together.\n\nFor example, you might store less salty water kimchi with salty aged kimchi. Selecting High for the aged kimchi could cause the water kimchi to freeze. Selecting Low for the water kimchi could differ from the recommended conditions for the aged kimchi.\n\nThis assessment combines compartment-by-compartment control with salt-content guidance. If independently adjustable compartments are available, consider separating the kimchi by storage requirements. Also check which functions the destination compartment supports.\n\n| Foods to be stored together | Where settings may conflict | Option to consider |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Less salty water kimchi and salty aged kimchi | Recommended cooling levels may differ | Separate them into independently adjustable compartments |\n| Low-salt kimchi and regular kimchi | Conditions for using the dedicated mode differ | Check supported modes suited to each kimchi |\n| Kimchi and vegetables | Storage temperatures differ by food | Check for a compartment that supports vegetable storage |\n\n## Common Mistakes With Storage Settings\n\nDo not interpret the name of a storage function as a storage period or a quality guarantee. High is not a universal setting that keeps every kind of kimchi for a long time. Kimchi continues to ferment slowly even at low temperatures.\n\n- If you take High to mean only longer storage, less salty kimchi may freeze.\n- If you mistake a fermentation function for a storage function, kimchi may ferment faster than expected.\n- Do not classify kimchi as high-salt solely because it is old.\n- Filling a kimchi container to the top can cause liquid to overflow during fermentation.\n- Following the button sequence for a different model may select a different function.\n\nChanging the setting cannot return already fermented kimchi to its freshly made state. Storage mode manages subsequent changes. When the kimchi is ready to eat depends on its condition and storage conditions.\n\n## How to Check Kimchi Refrigerator Temperature Settings in the Manual\n\nTo find the exact settings, check both the full model number and the storage compartment. Displays and available functions can differ even within the same brand. Check the manual for your model before relying on a general customer support document.\n\n1. Find the full model number on the product label.\n2. Open the manual search menu in the manufacturer’s customer support section.\n3. Select the user manual matching the model number.\n4. Find the sections on temperature control, kimchi storage, low-salt settings, and fermentation.\n5. Check the supported modes and setting temperatures for the compartment you will use.\n6. Check the manual for how to unlock the controls and confirm a setting.\n\n| Product | Where to find the manual | What else to check |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Samsung kimchi refrigerator | Samsung Electronics Service \u003e Service Guide \u003e Download Center | Regular versus low-salt settings, functions by compartment, button controls |\n| LG Electronics product | LG Electronics \u003e Customer Support \u003e Manuals/Software | Taste-Keeping Kimchi, fermentation, functions supported by each compartment |\n| Dimchae kimchi refrigerator | Winia \u003e Customer Support \u003e Manuals \u0026 Downloads | Storage functions and compartment configuration for the model |\n\nWinia’s manual menu links to the Q-Aid manual page. Do not apply temperatures from another model just because the products look similar. If the manual gives no figures, provide the model number and compartment details to the manufacturer for confirmation.\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n\n### Does setting it to High make kimchi ferment faster?\n\nHigh for kimchi storage keeps kimchi colder than Medium. A separate Fermentation·Aging mode is used to ferment kimchi quickly. Storage levels and fermentation functions should be distinguished.\n\n### Should napa cabbage kimchi always be set to Medium?\n\nNapa cabbage kimchi with ordinary salt content is a typical example for which Medium is recommended. Napa cabbage kimchi made with less salt cannot be treated the same way. Give priority to actual salt content and model-specific guidance over the name of the kimchi.\n\n### Is it a malfunction if kimchi keeps freezing after switching to Low?\n\nContinued freezing alone does not establish that the product is malfunctioning. Check the container seal and whether droplets are forming. Samsung Electronics Service recommends a professional inspection if the problem remains after adjustment.\n\n### If there is no dedicated low-salt mode, should I switch to regular refrigeration?\n\nSwitching straight to regular refrigeration is not a universal solution. First check the model’s guidance for storing less salty kimchi. If the guidance is unclear, ask the manufacturer which settings apply.\n\n### Can every compartment use the same mode?\n\nSupported functions vary by compartment and product. The Winia WDQ48JLLIDS also distinguishes which compartments support functions for different foods. Before moving a kimchi container, check the functions available in the destination compartment.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe High, Medium, and Low settings on a kimchi refrigerator indicate different storage temperatures. For less salty kimchi, consider Low or a supported low-salt setting. If a thin layer of ice forms, check the next lower cooling level and the condition of the container. The model’s manual is the authority for exact temperatures. (Verified values from LG Electronics’ general guidance dated May 29, 2026, for Taste-Keeping Kimchi settings: Low -1.0℃, Medium -1.5℃, High -2.0℃. · Source lge.co.kr · Checked 2026-05-29)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe setting guidance is based on LG Electronics’ May 29, 2026, guidance and other sources.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#what-do-high-medium-and-low-control\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"what-do-high-medium-and-low-control\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eWhat Do High, Medium, and Low Control?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh, Medium, and Low indicate cooling levels within the same storage function. Switching to High keeps food colder than Medium. Low keeps it less cold than Medium within that function.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated kimchi refrigerator maintains temperatures suited to storing kimchi. Supported models also let you select different food storage functions for individual compartments. A function that ferments kimchi serves a different purpose from one that keeps it in its fermented state.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSetting or function\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeaning\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to check when selecting it\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting or function\"\u003eKimchi Storage High\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eKeeps food colder within the same storage mode\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when selecting it\"\u003eWhether it suits salty kimchi and whether the kimchi freezes\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting or function\"\u003eKimchi Storage Medium\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eThe middle storage level for that mode\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when selecting it\"\u003eThe type of kimchi and its actual salt content\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting or function\"\u003eKimchi Storage Low\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eKeeps food less cold within the same storage mode\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when selecting it\"\u003eWhether the kimchi is less salty or a thin layer of ice has formed\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting or function\"\u003eDedicated low-salt setting\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eSeparate storage conditions for low-salt kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when selecting it\"\u003eWhether the model supports it and which compartments can use it\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting or function\"\u003eFermentation·Aging\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eA function for fermenting kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when selecting it\"\u003eWhich kimchi it applies to and how to switch modes afterward\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting or function\"\u003eVegetables·Fruit, etc.\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Meaning\"\u003eStorage functions suited to those foods\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What to check when selecting it\"\u003eTemperature conditions that differ from kimchi storage\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name High alone does not tell you the actual temperature. High for kimchi storage and High for vegetable storage are different settings. You also cannot determine the temperature from whether the refrigerator is a chest or upright model.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#settings-by-kimchi-type-and-salt-content\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"settings-by-kimchi-type-and-salt-content\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eSettings by Kimchi Type and Salt Content\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJudge the storage level by how salty the kimchi actually is, as well as by its name. Salt content means the amount of salt in a food. Even napa cabbage kimchi can vary in salt content depending on how it is made.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLG Electronics and Samsung Electronics Service recommend Low for less salty kimchi. They suggest Medium for whole-head kimchi with ordinary salt content. For high-salt kimchi or salty aged kimchi, you can consider High.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKimchi condition\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSetting found in manufacturer guidance\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEasy mistake to make\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Kimchi condition\"\u003eLess salty water kimchi·radish kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting found in manufacturer guidance\"\u003eLow or a supported dedicated low-salt setting\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Easy mistake to make\"\u003eAssuming a dedicated mode is supported just because it is called water kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Kimchi condition\"\u003eNapa cabbage kimchi·mustard leaf kimchi with ordinary salt content\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting found in manufacturer guidance\"\u003eMedium or the model’s standard setting\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Easy mistake to make\"\u003eTreating all napa cabbage kimchi as having the same salt content\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Kimchi condition\"\u003eSalty kimchi·high-salt aged kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting found in manufacturer guidance\"\u003eHigh or conditions for High Cooling\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Easy mistake to make\"\u003eAssuming all aged kimchi is salty\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Kimchi condition\"\u003eNapa cabbage kimchi made with less salt\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting found in manufacturer guidance\"\u003eLow-salt storage guidance\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Easy mistake to make\"\u003eKeeping the regular setting just because it is napa cabbage kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Kimchi condition\"\u003eKimchi with unknown salt content\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Setting found in manufacturer guidance\"\u003ePreparation information or the seller’s storage guidance\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Easy mistake to make\"\u003eAssigning a precise salt-content figure based on taste alone\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe type of kimchi is a clue for finding a setting, not a measurement of salt content. Salt-content ranges in different manufacturers’ guidance should not be combined into one common standard. Give priority to the applicable conditions in the purchased product’s manual.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#why-does-low-salt-kimchi-need-a-separate-setting\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"why-does-low-salt-kimchi-need-a-separate-setting\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eWhy Does Low-Salt Kimchi Need a Separate Setting?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess salty kimchi can freeze at the low temperatures intended for regular kimchi. Samsung Electronics Service distinguishes between storage temperatures for regular and low-salt kimchi. The low-salt setting is designed for the storage conditions of kimchi with less salt.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis function does not remove salt from kimchi. Putting regular kimchi on the low-salt setting does not turn it into a low-salt food. Using the low-salt setting for all kimchi is not appropriate either.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the product has no dedicated function, check the manual’s guidance for storing less salty kimchi. It may recommend Low, but that recommendation cannot be applied to every product. Check support and actual setting temperatures for each model. (Verified values from Samsung Electronics Service guidance dated August 16, 2023, for regular kimchi storage temperatures: Low Cooling -0.8℃, Standard -1.3℃, High Cooling -1.8℃. Low-salt kimchi storage temperatures: Low Cooling 0.0℃, Standard -0.5℃, High Cooling -1.0℃. · Source samsungsvc.co.kr · Checked 2023-08-16)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#what-to-check-when-a-thin-layer-of-ice-forms-on-kimchi\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"what-to-check-when-a-thin-layer-of-ice-forms-on-kimchi\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eWhat to Check When a Thin Layer of Ice Forms on Kimchi\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a thin layer of ice forms, check both the temperature setting and the condition of the container. Samsung Electronics Service identifies low temperature and low salt content as causes. Droplets on the lid can also fall and form a thin layer of ice.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamsung Electronics Service’s “Storage Temperatures by Type of Kimchi” gives this advice:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a temperature one level lower and store the kimchi\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis indicates which way to adjust the setting if you see a thin layer of ice during storage. Follow the model’s manual for the actual button操作.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether ice has formed inside the kimchi or only on its surface.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether the compartment is set to a kimchi storage function.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the cooling level with the recommendations for the kimchi type and salt content.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the manual to consider a cooling setting one level lower.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe moisture from the container lid and check that it is sealed.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the kimchi continues to freeze after adjusting the setting, consider having the manufacturer inspect the product.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturers consistently advise keeping kimchi submerged in its liquid. It is best to use a dedicated container suited to the product. LG Electronics explains that using other containers can affect the circulation of cold air.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#storing-different-kimchi-in-one-compartment\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"storing-different-kimchi-in-one-compartment\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eStoring Different Kimchi in One Compartment\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKimchi containers in the same compartment share the storage setting selected for that compartment. Separating the kimchi into containers does not give each container a separate temperature. Kimchi with different salt contents may therefore have conflicting setting requirements if stored together.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, you might store less salty water kimchi with salty aged kimchi. Selecting High for the aged kimchi could cause the water kimchi to freeze. Selecting Low for the water kimchi could differ from the recommended conditions for the aged kimchi.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis assessment combines compartment-by-compartment control with salt-content guidance. If independently adjustable compartments are available, consider separating the kimchi by storage requirements. Also check which functions the destination compartment supports.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFoods to be stored together\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhere settings may conflict\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOption to consider\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Foods to be stored together\"\u003eLess salty water kimchi and salty aged kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where settings may conflict\"\u003eRecommended cooling levels may differ\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Option to consider\"\u003eSeparate them into independently adjustable compartments\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Foods to be stored together\"\u003eLow-salt kimchi and regular kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where settings may conflict\"\u003eConditions for using the dedicated mode differ\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Option to consider\"\u003eCheck supported modes suited to each kimchi\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Foods to be stored together\"\u003eKimchi and vegetables\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where settings may conflict\"\u003eStorage temperatures differ by food\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Option to consider\"\u003eCheck for a compartment that supports vegetable storage\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#common-mistakes-with-storage-settings\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"common-mistakes-with-storage-settings\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCommon Mistakes With Storage Settings\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not interpret the name of a storage function as a storage period or a quality guarantee. High is not a universal setting that keeps every kind of kimchi for a long time. Kimchi continues to ferment slowly even at low temperatures.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you take High to mean only longer storage, less salty kimchi may freeze.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you mistake a fermentation function for a storage function, kimchi may ferment faster than expected.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not classify kimchi as high-salt solely because it is old.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling a kimchi container to the top can cause liquid to overflow during fermentation.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollowing the button sequence for a different model may select a different function.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChanging the setting cannot return already fermented kimchi to its freshly made state. Storage mode manages subsequent changes. When the kimchi is ready to eat depends on its condition and storage conditions.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#how-to-check-kimchi-refrigerator-temperature-settings-in-the-manual\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"how-to-check-kimchi-refrigerator-temperature-settings-in-the-manual\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eHow to Check Kimchi Refrigerator Temperature Settings in the Manual\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo find the exact settings, check both the full model number and the storage compartment. Displays and available functions can differ even within the same brand. Check the manual for your model before relying on a general customer support document.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind the full model number on the product label.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the manual search menu in the manufacturer’s customer support section.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the user manual matching the model number.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind the sections on temperature control, kimchi storage, low-salt settings, and fermentation.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the supported modes and setting temperatures for the compartment you will use.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the manual for how to unlock the controls and confirm a setting.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhere to find the manual\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat else to check\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Product\"\u003eSamsung kimchi refrigerator\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where to find the manual\"\u003eSamsung Electronics Service \u0026gt; Service Guide \u0026gt; Download Center\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What else to check\"\u003eRegular versus low-salt settings, functions by compartment, button controls\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Product\"\u003eLG Electronics product\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where to find the manual\"\u003eLG Electronics \u0026gt; Customer Support \u0026gt; Manuals/Software\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What else to check\"\u003eTaste-Keeping Kimchi, fermentation, functions supported by each compartment\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Product\"\u003eDimchae kimchi refrigerator\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where to find the manual\"\u003eWinia \u0026gt; Customer Support \u0026gt; Manuals \u0026amp; Downloads\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What else to check\"\u003eStorage functions and compartment configuration for the model\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinia’s manual menu links to the Q-Aid manual page. Do not apply temperatures from another model just because the products look similar. If the manual gives no figures, provide the model number and compartment details to the manufacturer for confirmation.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#does-setting-it-to-high-make-kimchi-ferment-faster\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"does-setting-it-to-high-make-kimchi-ferment-faster\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eDoes setting it to High make kimchi ferment faster?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh for kimchi storage keeps kimchi colder than Medium. A separate Fermentation·Aging mode is used to ferment kimchi quickly. Storage levels and fermentation functions should be distinguished.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#should-napa-cabbage-kimchi-always-be-set-to-medium\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"should-napa-cabbage-kimchi-always-be-set-to-medium\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eShould napa cabbage kimchi always be set to Medium?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNapa cabbage kimchi with ordinary salt content is a typical example for which Medium is recommended. Napa cabbage kimchi made with less salt cannot be treated the same way. Give priority to actual salt content and model-specific guidance over the name of the kimchi.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#is-it-a-malfunction-if-kimchi-keeps-freezing-after-switching-to-low\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"is-it-a-malfunction-if-kimchi-keeps-freezing-after-switching-to-low\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eIs it a malfunction if kimchi keeps freezing after switching to Low?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinued freezing alone does not establish that the product is malfunctioning. Check the container seal and whether droplets are forming. Samsung Electronics Service recommends a professional inspection if the problem remains after adjustment.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#if-there-is-no-dedicated-low-salt-mode-should-i-switch-to-regular-refrigeration\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"if-there-is-no-dedicated-low-salt-mode-should-i-switch-to-regular-refrigeration\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eIf there is no dedicated low-salt mode, should I switch to regular refrigeration?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitching straight to regular refrigeration is not a universal solution. First check the model’s guidance for storing less salty kimchi. If the guidance is unclear, ask the manufacturer which settings apply.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#can-every-compartment-use-the-same-mode\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"can-every-compartment-use-the-same-mode\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCan every compartment use the same mode?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupported functions vary by compartment and product. The Winia WDQ48JLLIDS also distinguishes which compartments support functions for different foods. Before moving a kimchi container, check the functions available in the destination compartment.\u003c/p\u003e\n","tags":["Kimchi refrigerator","Food storage"],"faqs":[{"question":"What is the difference between the Strong, Medium, and Weak kimchi storage settings?","answer":"They differ in how cold they keep the kimchi within the same storage mode. Strong keeps it colder than Medium, while Weak keeps it less cold than Medium. Actual temperatures vary by model and function."},{"question":"Why do low-salt kimchi settings require more care than settings for regular kimchi?","answer":"Lightly salted kimchi can freeze at the low storage temperatures intended for regular kimchi. Check your model’s dedicated low-salt setting or its guidance for storing lightly salted kimchi."},{"question":"Should I switch to Strong if ice crystals form?","answer":"Strong is a setting that keeps the kimchi colder. Samsung Electronics Service advises switching to a cooling setting one level weaker if you see ice crystals. Also check for water droplets on the lid and whether the container is properly sealed."},{"question":"Can napa cabbage kimchi always be stored on Medium?","answer":"Napa cabbage kimchi with a typical salt content is a standard example for the Medium setting. Check the separate storage requirements for low-salt napa cabbage kimchi."},{"question":"Is ice on the surface of kimchi always caused by a refrigerator malfunction?","answer":"A low temperature setting or low salt content may be the cause. Water droplets falling from the kimchi container lid can also form ice crystals. If the kimchi keeps freezing after you check the setting and container, consider having the manufacturer inspect the refrigerator."},{"question":"Does low-salt mode reduce the salt in kimchi?","answer":"Low-salt mode is a storage setting for low-salt kimchi. It does not remove salt from the kimchi."},{"question":"Can water kimchi and aged kimchi be stored in the same compartment?","answer":"Kimchi containers in the same compartment share that compartment’s storage setting. If they need different cooling levels, you can consider placing them in compartments that can be set independently."},{"question":"Are ripening mode and storage mode the same function?","answer":"Ripening mode is for ripening kimchi. Storage mode maintains a temperature suited to storing kimchi. Check your model’s manual to see which kimchi the mode is intended for and how to switch modes when ripening is complete."},{"question":"What should I check in the user manual?","answer":"First, check the model name and the compartment you plan to use. Then check the supported modes, temperature settings, and how to unlock the controls and confirm a setting."},{"question":"Can I use another manufacturer’s temperature chart as-is?","answer":"Even if settings have the same Strong, Medium, and Weak labels, actual temperatures may differ. Do not use figures from another manufacturer or model as a common standard."}],"sources":[{"url":"https://www.lge.co.kr/support/solutions-1435661360358","title":"LG Electronics, How do I set the temperature and functions?, May 29, 2026","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.lge.co.kr/support/solutions-20152666845907","title":"LG Electronics, How do I set the temperature for storing kimchi?, May 29, 2026","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.samsungsvc.co.kr/solution/36343","title":"Samsung Electronics Service, What are the storage temperatures for different types of kimchi?, August 16, 2023","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.samsungsvc.co.kr/solution/22702","title":"Samsung Electronics Service, Why does kimchi freeze during storage?, May 7, 2025","type":"source"},{"url":"https://gscs-b2c.lge.com/open/downloadFile?fileId=b3pOMgR4OAUzWJPftdvrIQ","title":"LG Electronics kimchi refrigerator user manual, MFL71401544","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.winia.com/product/view?PRODUCT_SEQ=4163\u0026SEARCH_VALUE=WDQ48JLLIDS","title":"Winia Dimchae WDQ48JLLIDS product specifications and features supported by each compartment","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.lge.co.kr/support","title":"LG Electronics Customer Support, Manuals/Software menu","type":"source"},{"url":"https://www.q-aid.co.kr/solution/manualList","title":"Q-Aid manual search, page linking to Winia customer support","type":"source"}],"images":[{"id":1652,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MjUwOTUsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--87c79df8f83db6817843faac5057a41d1624e0a5/ai-c9cb0d7a.webp","is_representative":true,"generation_method":"ai_photo","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"남성이 열린 김치냉장고 옆에서 살얼음 낀 무김치를 살펴보고, 물방울 맺힌 뚜껑이 놓여 있다.","caption":"저염김치는 일반 김치의 낮은 보관 온도에서 얼 수 있다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"A man checks icy radish kimchi beside an open kimchi refrigerator drawer, with a condensation-covered lid nearby.","caption":"Low-salt kimchi can freeze at the low temperatures used to store regular kimchi.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"男性が開いたキムチ冷蔵庫の引き出しのそばで、薄く凍った大根キムチを確認している。ふたには水滴が付いている。","caption":"減塩キムチは、通常のキムチ向けの低い保存温度では凍ることがある。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Un hombre revisa kimchi de rábano con una fina capa de hielo junto a un cajón abierto del refrigerador; la tapa tiene gotas.","caption":"El kimchi bajo en sal puede congelarse a las bajas temperaturas usadas para conservar el kimchi normal.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Seorang pria memeriksa kimchi lobak berlapis es tipis di samping laci kulkas kimchi yang terbuka; tutupnya berembun.","caption":"Kimchi rendah garam dapat membeku pada suhu rendah yang digunakan untuk menyimpan kimchi biasa.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Um homem examina kimchi de rabanete com uma fina camada de gelo ao lado da gaveta aberta da geladeira; a tampa tem gotas.","caption":"O kimchi com pouco sal pode congelar nas baixas temperaturas usadas para conservar o kimchi comum.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"男子在打開的泡菜冰箱抽屜旁查看結了薄冰的蘿蔔泡菜，旁邊的盒蓋上凝著水珠。","caption":"低鹽泡菜在一般泡菜使用的低溫保存設定下可能結冰。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Ein Mann prüft Rettich-Kimchi mit dünner Eisschicht neben einer offenen Kühlschrankschublade; auf dem Deckel sind Tropfen.","caption":"Salzarmes Kimchi kann bei den niedrigen Lagertemperaturen für gewöhnliches Kimchi gefrieren.","description":null}}},{"id":1653,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MjUxMDEsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--3227ded7827b932a45f87ea6af2ace30198522b9/ai-7463c800.webp","is_representative":false,"generation_method":"ai_semi","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"여성이 무 물김치 통을 김치냉장고 위 칸에 넣고 있으며, 아래 칸에는 배추김치 통이 있다.","caption":"설정 온도와 지원 기능은 보관하는 칸까지 확인해야 한다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"A woman places a tub of radish water kimchi in the upper drawer of a kimchi fridge; cabbage kimchi sits below.","caption":"Check the settings and supported functions for the specific compartment you use.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"女性が大根の水キムチの容器をキムチ冷蔵庫の上段に入れ、下段には白菜キムチの容器がある。","caption":"設定温度や対応機能は、保存する段まで確認する必要がある。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Una mujer coloca un recipiente de kimchi de rábano en agua en el cajón superior; abajo hay kimchi de col.","caption":"Hay que comprobar la temperatura y las funciones disponibles para cada compartimento.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Seorang wanita memasukkan wadah kimchi lobak berkuah ke laci atas kulkas kimchi; kimchi sawi ada di bawah.","caption":"Periksa suhu dan fitur yang tersedia untuk kompartemen penyimpanan yang digunakan.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Uma mulher coloca um pote de kimchi aquoso de rabanete na gaveta superior; há kimchi de acelga na inferior.","caption":"Confira a temperatura e as funções disponíveis para o compartimento usado.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"女子將蘿蔔水泡菜盒放進泡菜冰箱上層抽屜，下層放著白菜泡菜盒。","caption":"設定溫度與支援功能也要依存放的隔層確認。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Eine Frau stellt Radieschen-Wasserkimchi ins obere Fach eines Kimchi-Kühlschranks; unten steht Chinakohl-Kimchi.","caption":"Temperatur und verfügbare Funktionen müssen auch für das jeweilige Fach geprüft werden.","description":null}}}],"published_at":"2026-10-06T07:55:46+09:00","updated_at":"2026-10-06T07:55:46+09:00","license":"cc_by","translation_status":"reviewed","available_locales":["ko","en","ja","es"],"data_locales":["ko","en","ja","es","id","pt","zh-hant","de"],"url":"https://injoys.com/en/articles/kimchi-refrigerator-storage-strength-low-salt-settings"}