OWNER'S MANUAL WASHING MACHINE Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference. EN ENGLISH F4J6TG(P)(0~9)W/S F4J5TG(P)(0~9)W/S www.lg.com MFL69655884 Rev.00_032717 Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics. All rights reserved TABLE OF CONTENTS This manual may contain images or content different from the model you purchased. This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................ 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................... 3 Disposal of Your Old Appliance.................................................................... 9 INSTALLATION....................................................................... 10 Parts........................................................................................................... 10 Accessories................................................................................................ 10 Specifications............................................................................................. 11 Installation Place Requirements................................................................. 12 Unpacking and Removing Transit Bolts...................................................... 13 Using Anti-Slip Sheets (Optional)............................................................... 14 Wooden Floors (Suspended Floors)........................................................... 14 Leveling the Appliance................................................................................ 15 Connecting the Water Supply Hose........................................................... 15 Installing the Drain Hose............................................................................ 18 OPERATION............................................................................ 19 Using the Washing Machine....................................................................... 19 Sorting Laundry.......................................................................................... 20 Adding Cleaning Products.......................................................................... 21 Control Panel.............................................................................................. 23 Programme Table....................................................................................... 24 Option Programme..................................................................................... 29 Dry.............................................................................................................. 32 SMART FUNCTIONS.............................................................. 34 Using the Tag On Function......................................................................... 34 Using the Application.................................................................................. 34 Using the Smart Diagnosis™ Function....................................................... 35 MAINTENANCE....................................................................... 36 Cleaning Your Washing Machine................................................................ 36 Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter.................................................................... 36 Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter.................................................................. 37 Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer.................................................................. 38 Tub Clean ( ) (Optional)......................................................................... 38 Caution on Freezing During Winter............................................................ 39 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................ 41 Diagnosing Problems................................................................................. 41 Error Messages.......................................................................................... 44 WARRANTY............................................................................. 46 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EN The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below. This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk. WARNING This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause serious injury or death. CAUTION This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage to the product. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: Children in the Household This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 3 EN For use in Europe: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised. Installation •Never • attempt to operate the appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. •This • appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely. •Do • not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, or rain or temperatures below freezing. •Tighten • the drain hose to avoid separation. •If • the power cord is damaged or the hole of the socket outlet is loose, do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre. •Do • not plug multiple socket outlets, an extension power cable or adapter with this appliance. 4 EN •This • appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the appliance, in such a way that a full opening of the appliance door is restricted. •This • appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. •This • appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate socket outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. •Improper • connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. •Do • not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Operation •Do • not attempt to separate any panels or disassemble the appliance. Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to operate the appliance. •Do • not repair or replace any part of the appliance. All repairs and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only authorized factory parts. 5 EN •Do • not put animals, such as pets into the appliance. •Keep • the area underneath and around the appliance free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. •Do • not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the door or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury. •Use • new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage. •Do • not put in, wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as waxes, wax removers, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, drycleaning solvents, kerosene, petrol, spot removers, turpentine, vegetable oil, cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, etc.). Improper use can cause fire or explosion. •Never • reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the drum has completely stopped. •In • case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. •Do • not push down the door excessively, when the appliance door is open. •Do • not touch the door during a high temperature programme. •Do • not use flammable gas and combustible substances (benzene, gasoline, thinner, petroleum, alcohol, etc.) near the appliance. •If • the drain hose or inlet hose is frozen during winter, use it only after thawing. •Keep • all washing detergents, softener and bleach away from children. 6 EN •Do • not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands. •Do • not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it. •Do • not wash rugs, mats, shoes or pet blankets, or any other items other than clothes or sheets, in this machine. •This • appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes and should not be used in mobile applications. •If • there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.), do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately. Technical Safety for Using the Dryer •Do • not dry unwashed items in the appliance. •Items • that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil, vegetable oil, acetone, alcohol, petroleum, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the appliance. •Never • stop the appliance before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated. •Items • such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the appliance. •Fabric • softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions. •Remove • all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches. •The • appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning. 7 EN Maintenance •Securely • plug the power plug in the socket outlet after completely removing any moisture and dust. •Disconnect • the appliance from the power supply before cleaning the appliance. Setting the controls to the OFF or stand by position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply. •Do • not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it. •Never • unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the socket outlet. Disposal •Before • discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. •Dispose • of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause suffocation. •Remove • the door before disposing of or discarding this appliance to avoid the danger of children or small animals getting trapped inside. 8 EN DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE (AS PER E-WASTE RULES) 1. When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is depicted on the product and its operator’s manual, it means the product is covered by the e-waste Management and Handling Rules , 2011 and are meant to be recycled, dismantled, refurbished or disposed off. 2. Dos: a. The product is required to be handed over only to the authorized recycler for disposal. b. Keep the product in isolated area, after it becomes non-functional/ unrepairable so as to prevent its accidental breakage. Don’t: a. The product should not be opened by the user himself/herself, but only by authorized service personnel. b. The product is not meant for re-sale to any unauthorized agencies/scrap dealer/kabariwalah. c. The product is not meant for mixing into household waste stream. d. Do not keep any replaced spare part(s) from the product in exposed area. 3. Any disposal through unauthorized agencies/person will attract action under Environment (Protection) Act 1986. 4. This product is complied with the requirement of Hazardous Substances as specified under Rule 13 (1) & (2) of the E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011. 5. To locate a nearest collection centre or call for pick-up (limited area only) for disposal of this appliance, please contact Toll Free No. 1800-315-9999 / 1800180-9999 for details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information , please visit : http://www.lg.com/in. 9 INSTALLATION EN Parts 1 Transit bolts 2 Power plug 3 Drawer 4 Control panel 5 Drum 6 Door 7 Drain hose 8 Drain plug 9 Drain pump filter 10 Cover cap (Location may vary depending on products) 11 Adjustable feet Accessories Cold supply hose (1 EA) (Option: Hot (1 EA)) Spanner Elbow bracket for securing drain hose (Optional) Tie strap (Optional) 10 Caps for covering transit bolt holes (Optional) Anti–slip sheets (2 EA) (Optional) EN Specifications Model Wash Capacity Power Supply Size Product Weight Permissible Water pressure F4J6TG(P)(0~9)W/S F4J5TG(P)(0~9)W/S 8 kg (Wash) / 5 kg (Dry) 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz 600 mm (W) x 560 mm (D) x 850 mm (H) 68 kg 0.1 - 1.0 MPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf / cm²) ••Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the product. ••No further backflow protection required for connection to the water supply. 11 EN Installation Place Requirements Location 10 cm 2 cm 2 cm Level floor : Allowable slope under the entire appliance is 1°. Power outlet : Must be within 1 meter of either side of the location of the appliance. ••Do not overload the outlet with more than one appliance. Additional Clearance : For the wall, 10 cm: rear/2 cm: right & left side ••Do not place or store laundry products on top of the appliance at any time. These products may damage the finish or controls. WARNING ••The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Positioning ••Install the appliance on a flat hard floor. ••Make sure that air circulation around the appliance is not impeded by carpets, rugs, etc. ••Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor with pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the appliance. 12 ••If it is impossible to avoid positioning the appliance next to a gas cooker or coal burning stove, an insulation (85x60 cm) covered with aluminum foil on the side facing the cooker or stove must be inserted between the two appliances. ••Do not install the appliance in rooms where freezing temperatures may occur. Frozen hoses may burst under pressure. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point. ••Ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessible for an engineer in the event of a breakdown. ••With the appliance installed, adjust all four feet using the transit bolt spanner provided to ensure the appliance is stable, and a clearance of approximately 20 mm is left between the top of the appliance and the underside of any worktop ••If the appliance is delivered in winter and temperatures are below freezing, place the appliance at room temperature for a few hours before putting it into operation. WARNING ••This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as caravans, aircraft etc. Electrical Connection ••Do not use an extension cord or double adapter. ••Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use. ••Connect the appliance to an earthed socket in accordance with current wiring regulations. ••The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible. ••Repairs to the appliance must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local service centre. EN Unpacking and Removing Transit Bolts 1 Lift the appliance off the foam base. ••After removing the carton and shipping material, lift the appliance off the foam base. Make sure the tub support comes off with the base and is not stuck to the bottom of the appliance. ••If you must lay the appliance down to remove the carton base, always protect the side of the appliance and lay it carefully on its side. Do not lay the appliance on its front or back. 3 Install the hole caps. ••Locate the hole caps included in the accessory pack or attached on the back. Cap NOTE Tub Support Carton (Optional) base 2 ••Save the bolt assemblies for future use. To prevent damage to internal components, Do not transport the washing machine without reinstalling the transit bolts. ••Failure to remove transit bolts and retainers may cause severe vibration and noise, which can lead to permanent damage to the washing machine. The cord is secured to the back of the washing machine with a transit bolt to help prevent operation with transit bolts in place. Remove the bolt assemblies. ••Starting with the bottom two transit bolts, use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise. Remove the bolt assemblies by wiggling them slightly while pulling them out. Retainer Transit bolt 13 EN Using Anti-Slip Sheets (Optional) Wooden Floors (Suspended Floors) If you install the appliance on a slippery surface, it may move because of excessive vibration. Incorrect leveling may cause malfunction through noise and vibration. If this occurs, install the anti-slip sheets under the leveling feet and adjust the level. ••Wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. ••To prevent vibration we recommend you place rubber cups at least 15 mm thick of the each foot of the appliance, secured to at least two floor beams with screws. 1 Clean the floor to attach the anti-slip sheets. ••Use a dry rag to remove and clean foreign objects and moisture. If moisture remains, the anti-slip sheets may slip. 2 Adjust the level after placing the appliance in the installation area. 3 Place the adhesive side of the anti-slip sheets on the floor. ••It is most effective to install the anti-slip sheets under the front legs. If it is difficult to place the pads under the front legs, place them under the back legs. This side up Adhesive side 4 Ensure the appliance is level. ••Push or rock the top edges of the appliance gently to make sure that the appliance does not rock. If the appliance rocks, level the appliance again. NOTE ••You can obtain anti-slip sheets from the LG Service Centre. 14 Rubber Cup ••If possible install the appliance in one of the corners of the room, where the floor is more stable. ••Fit the rubber cups to reduce vibration. NOTE ••Proper placement and leveling of the washing machine will ensure long, regular, and reliable operation. ••The washing machine must be 100% horizontal and stand firmly in position. ••It must not ‘Seesaw’ across corners under the load. ••The installation surface must be clean, free from floor wax and other lubricant coatings. ••Do not let the feet of the washing machine get wet. Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise. ••You can obtain rubber cups (p/no.4620ER4002B) from the LG Service Centre. EN Leveling the Appliance If the floor is uneven, turn the adjustable feet as required (Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet). Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor and then check that the appliance is perfectly level (Use a spirit level). ••Once the appliance is level, tighten the lock nuts up towards the base of the appliance. All lock nuts must be tightened. Raise Lower Lock nut Tighten all 4 lock nuts securely Diagonal Check ••When pushing down the edges of the top plate diagonally, the appliance should not move up and down at all (check both directions). If the appliance rocks when pushing the machine top plate diagonally, adjust the feet again. Connecting the Water Supply Hose ••Water supply pressure must be between 0.1 MPa and 1.0 MPa (1.0‒10.0 kgf/cm2). ••Do not overtighten the water supply hose. ••If the water supply pressure is more than 1.0 MPa, a decompression device should be installed. ••Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary. Checking the Rubber Seal on the Water Supply Hose Two rubber seals are supplied with the water inlet hoses. They are used for preventing water leaks. Make sure the connection to taps is sufficiently tight. Hose connector Rubber seal NOTE ••Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance. ••If the washing machine is installed on a raised platform, it must be securely fastened in order to eliminate the risk of falling off. Hose connector Rubber seal 15 EN Connecting Hose to Water Tap 3 Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the four fixing screws. 4 Push the supply hose vertically upwards so that the rubber seal within the hose can adhere completely to the tap and then tighten it by screwing it to the right. Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread Screw the hose connector onto the water supply tap. Plate Supply hose Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap Without Thread 1 Loose the four fixing screws. Upper connector Rubber seal Fixing screw 2 Connecting One Touch Type Hose to Tap Without Thread 1 Unscrew the adapter ring plate and loose the four fixing screws. Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter. Ring plate Guide plate 2 Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter. Guide plate 16 EN 3 Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the four fixing screws and the adapter ring plate. Connecting Hose to Appliance Attach the hot water line to the hot water supply on the back of the washer. Attach the cold water line to the cold water supply on the back of the washer. Cold water supply 4 Pull the connector latch plate down, push the supply hose onto the adapter, and release the connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter locks into place. Latch plate Hot water supply (optional) NOTE ••After completing connection, if water leaks from the hose, repeat the same steps. Use the most conventional type of tap for the water supply. In case the tap is square or too big, remove the guide plate before inserting the tap into the adaptor. Using the Horizontal Tap Horizontal tap NOTE ••Before connecting the supply hose to the water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out foreign substances (dirt, sand, sawdust, and etc.) in the water lines. Let the water drain into a bucket, and check the water temperature. Extension tap Square tap 17 EN Installing the Drain Hose ••The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor. Water in the appliance may not drain or may drain slowly. ••Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage. ••If the drain hose is too long, do not force it back into the appliance. This will cause abnormal noise. ~ 100 cm ~ 145 cm ~ 105 cm max. 100 cm ••When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it tightly with string. ••Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage. Laundry tub Hose retainer max. 100 cm Tie strap max. 100 cm 18 OPERATION Using the Washing Machine EN 4 Choose the desired washing cycle. ••Press the cycle button repeatedly or turn the cycle selector knob until the desired cycle is selected. 5 Begin cycle. ••Press the Start/Pause button to begin the cycle. The washing machine will agitate briefly without water to measure the weight of the load. If the Start/Pause button is not pressed within 5 minutes, the washing machine will shut off and all settings will be lost. 6 End of cycle. ••When the cycle is finished, a melody will sound. Immediately remove your clothing from the washing machine to reduce wrinkling. Check around the door seal when removing the load for small items that may be caught in the seal. Before the first wash, select a washing programme, allow the washing machine to wash without clothing. This will remove residue and water from the drum that may have been left during manufacturing. 1 2 3 Sort laundry and load items. ••Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, colour and load size as needed. Open the door and load items into the washing machine. Add cleaning products and/or detergent and softener. ••Add the proper amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser drawer. If desired, add bleach or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of the dispenser. Turn on the washing machine. ••Press the Power button to turn on the washing machine. 19 EN Sorting Laundry 1 3 Look for a care label on your clothes. ••This will tell you about the fabric content of your garment and how it should be washed. ••Symbols on the care labels. Wash temperature Normal machine wash Permanent press Caring before loading. ••Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. ••Large items should not be more than half the total wash load. Do not wash single items. This may cause an unbalanced load. Add one or two similar items. ••Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Items such as nails, hair clips, matches, pens, coins and keys can damage both your washing machine and your clothes. Delicate Hand wash Do not wash 2 20 Sorting laundry. ••To get the best results, sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle. ••Different fabrics need to be washed at varying temperatures and spin speeds. ••Always sort dark colours from pale colours and whites. Wash separately as dye and lint transfer can occur causing discolouration of white and pale garments. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled ones. −−Soil (Heavy, Normal, Light) : Separate clothes according to amount of soil. −−Colour (White, Lights, Darks): Separate white fabrics from coloured fabrics. −−Lint (Lint producers, Collectors): Wash lint producers and lint collectors separately. ••Close zippers, hooks and strings to make sure that these items don’t snag on other clothes. ••Pre-treat dirt and stains by brushing a small amount of detergent dissolved water onto stains to help lift dirt. ••Check the folds of the flexible gasket (gray) and remove any small articles. CAUTION ••Check inside the drum and remove any items from a previous wash. ••Remove any clothing or items from the flexible gasket to prevent clothing and gasket damage. EN Adding Cleaning Products Detergent Dosage ••Detergent should be used according to the instruction of the detergent manufacturer and selected according to type, colour, soiling of the fabric and washing temperature. ••If too much detergent is used, too many suds can occur and this will result in poor washing results or cause heavy load to the motor. ••If you wish to use liquid detergent follow the guidelines provided by the detergent manufacturer. ••You can pour liquid detergent directly into the main detergent drawer if you are starting the cycle immediately. ••Do not use liquid detergent if you are using Time delay, or if you have selected Pre Wash, as the liquid may harden. ••If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount. ••Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load. For best results, avoid oversudsing. ••Refer to the label of the clothes, before choosing the detergent and water temperature. ••When using the washing machine, use designated detergent for each type of clothing only: −−General powdered detergents for all types of fabric −−Powdered detergents for delicate fabric −−Liquid detergents for all types of fabric or designated detergents only for wool ••For better washing performance and whitening, use detergent with the general powdered bleach. ••Detergent is flushed from the dispenser at the beginning of the cycle. NOTE ••Do not let the detergent harden. Doing so may lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or odour. ••Full load : According to manufacturer’s recommendation. ••Part load : 3/4 of the normal amount ••Minimum load : 1/2 of full load Adding Detergent and Fabric Softener Adding Detergent ••Main wash only → ••Pre wash+Main wash → NOTE ••Too much detergent, bleach or softener may cause an overflow. ••Be sure to use the appropriate amount of detergent. Adding Fabric Softener ••Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can cause early dispensing of the fabric softener, which may stain clothes. Close the dispenser drawer slowly. 21 EN ••Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent drawer for more than 2 days (Fabric softener may harden). ••Softener will automatically be added during the last rinse cycle. ••Do not open the drawer when water is being supplied. ••Solvents (benzene, etc.) must not be used. Using Tablet 1 Open the door and put tablets into the drum. 2 Load the laundry into the drum and close the door. NOTE ••Do not pour fabric softener directly on the clothes. Adding Water Softener ••A water softener, such as anti-limescale (e.g. Calgon) can be used to cut down on the use of detergent in extremely hard water areas. Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging. First add detergent and then the water softener. ••Use the quantity of detergent required for soft water. 22 EN Control Panel 1 Power Button ••Press the Power button to turn the washing machine on. 2 Start/Pause Button ••This Start/Pause button is used to start the wash cycle or pause the wash cycle. ••If a temporary stop of the wash cycle is needed, press the Start/Pause button. 3 Display ••The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages. When the product is turned on, the default settings in the display will illuminate. 4 Programme Knob ••Programmes are available according to laundry type. ••Lamp will light up to indicate the selected programme. 5 Options ••This allows you to select an additional programme and will light when selected. ••Use these buttons to select the desired programme options for the selected cycle. ••The display shows estimate time remaining. While the size of the load is being calculated automatically, blinking or ‘Detecting’ appears. ••The RPM may differ depending on the models. 23 EN Programme Table Washing Programme Programme Cotton Cotton+ Description Provides better performance by combining various drum motions. Provides optimised washing performance for large amount of laundry with less energy consumption. Suitable for casual shirts that do not need ironing after washing. Fabric Type Coloured fast garments (shirts, nightdresses, pajamas, etc.) and normally soiled cotton load (underwear). Proper Temp. 40 °C (Cold to 95 °C) Rating 60 °C (Cold to 60 °C) Polyamide, acrylic, polyester. 40 °C (Cold to 60 °C) Mix Enables various fabrics to be washed simultaneously. Various kind of fabrics except special garments (silk/delicate, sports wear, dark clothes, wool, duvet/ curtains). 40 °C (Cold to 40 °C) Allergy Care Helps to remove allergens such as house mites, pollen, and cat fur. Cotton, underwear, pillow covers, bed sheets, baby wear 60 °C For large items such as bed covers, pillows, sofa covers, etc. Cotton bedding except special garments (delicates, wool, silk, etc.) with filling: duvets, pillows, blankets, sofa covers with light filling Easy Care Duvet Sports Wear Baby Steam Care Wash+Dry 24 Suitable for sports wear such as jogging clothes and running wear. Removes solid and protein stains, provides better rinse performance. Provides a nonstop process of washing and drying in the same programme. 40 °C (Cold to 40 °C) Coolmax, gore-tex, fleece and sympatex Lightly soiled baby wear. A small amount of laundry which can be dried. Maximum Load 3 kg 1 single size 2 kg 60 °C 4 kg 40 °C (Cold to 95 °C) 5 kg EN Programme Direct Wear Quick 30 Gentle Care Stain Care Download Cycle Description Fabric Type Proper Temp. Maximum Load Provides washing to Cotton mixed, polyester drying within 80 mins at mixed dress shirts, 20 °C 3 items once for light soiled 1-3 blouses. shirts. Provides fast washing Lightly soiled colour 20 °C time for small loads and 2 kg laundry. (Cold to 40 °C) lightly soiled clothes. For hand and machine washable delicate clothes such as Wool, hand washable 20 °C washable wool, lingerie, clothes, delicate, easily 1.5 kg (Cold to 30 °C) dresses etc. (Use damaged laundry. detergent for machine washable woolens). Wash off several kinds of stain such as wine, juice, dirt, etc. Cotton blended fabrics, 40 °C (Water temperature is 3 kg no delicate clothes. (30 °C to 60 °C) increased step by step for washing various stains). For downloadable programmes. If you did not download any programmes, the default is Rinse+Spin. ••Water Temperature: Select the appropriate water temperature for chosen wash programme. Always follow garment manufacturer’s care label or instructions when washing. NOTE ••Neutral detergent is recommended. 25 EN Drying Programme Programme Normal ( ) Normal Eco ) ( ) Time 30 min. Time 60 min. Time 90 min. Time 120 min. Time 150 min. Fabric Type For cottons. Select this programme to reduce the drying time and energy usage during dry Cotton or linen fabrics such as cotton towels, t-shirts, cycle. and linen laundries. For energy dry programme. For less clothes damage, it dries ) in low temperature. Low Temp. ( Iron ( Description For easy iron, finish drying in damp condition. You can change the drying time according to the maximum load. Easy care textiles, synthetic fabrics suitable for Easy Care, Mix programme washable clothes. Cotton or linen fabrics, ready to iron at the end of programme. Cotton, towel ••Set programme at ‘Wash : Cotton +, 60 °C, 1400 RPM’ and ‘Dry : Normal Eco Dry ( accordance with EN50229. ••First drying cycle load : 4 kg ••Second drying cycle load : 4 kg Maximum Load Rating Rating Rating 0.5 kg 1.5 kg 2.5 kg 3 kg 4 kg )’ for test in NOTE ••Select maximum selectable spin speed of washing programme to ensure drying results. ••Where the amount of laundry to be washed and dried in one programme does not exceed the maximum weight permitted for the drying programme, washing and drying in one continuous sequence is recommended. 26 EN Extra Options Programme Rinse+ Delay End Cotton Cotton+ Easy Care Mix Allergy Care Baby Steam Care Wash+Dry Duvet Sports Wear Direct Wear Quick 30 Gentle Care Stain Care ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Crease Care Pre Wash Dry ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●* ● ●* ● ●* ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● * : This option is automatically included in the cycle and can not be deleted. 27 EN Operating Data Programme Max RPM Cotton Cotton+ Easy Care Mix Allergy Care Baby Steam Care Wash+Dry Duvet Sports Wear Direct Wear Quick 30 Gentle Care Stain Care 1400 1400 1000 1400 1400 1000 1400 1000 800 1000 1400 800 1400 Programme Time in Minutes Remaining moisture content Water in Litre Energy in kWh Cotton (40 °C) Cotton+ (60 °C) 96 246 44 % 45 % 48 45 0.4 0.52 NOTE ••Information of main washing programmes at half load. 28 EN Option Programme Crease Care ( Delay End If you want to prevent creasing, the Crease Care programme is recommended. You can set a time delay so that the washing machine will start automatically and finish after a specified time interval. ) 1 Press the Power button. 1 Press the Power button. 2 Select a washing programme. 2 Select a washing programme. 3 Press the Crease Care button for three seconds. 3 Press the Delay End button to set time required. 4 Press the Start/Pause button. 4 Press the Start/Pause button. NOTE ••The delay time is the time to the end of the programme, not the start. The actual running time may vary due to water temperature, wash load and other factors. ••To cancel the function, the power button should be pressed. ••Avoid using liquid detergent for this option. Pre Wash ( ) If the laundry is heavily soiled, the Pre Wash programme is recommended. 1 Press the Power button. 2 Select a washing programme. 3 Press the Pre Wash button for three seconds. 4 Press the Start/Pause button. 29 EN Temp. The Temp. button selects the wash and rinse temperature combination for the selected programme. Press this button until the desired setting is lit. All rinses use cold tap water. ••Select the water temperature suitable for the type of load you are washing. Follow the garment fabric care labels for best results. Spin ••Spin speed level can be selected by pressing the Spin button repeatedly. ••Spin Only 1 Press the Power button. 2 Press the Spin button to select RPM. 3 Press the Start/Pause button. NOTE ••When you select No(0, No Spin), it will still rotate for a short time to drain quickly. Rinse Rinse+ ( ) Add rinse once. Add Item ( ) Laundry can be added or removed after the washing programme is started. 1 Press the Add Item button when the LED is turned on. 2 Add or remove laundry. 3 Close the door and Press the Start/Pause button. NOTE ••For safety reasons, the door remains locked when the water level or temperature is high. It is not possible to add laundry during this time. ••If the water temperature in the drum is high, wait until it cools down. CAUTION ••When adding laundry, make sure to completely push it into the drum. If laundry gets stuck in the door latch hole, the rubber packing may be damaged, causing water leakage and malfunction. ••Forcing the door open may cause part damage, destruction, or safety problems. ••If you open the door while there are a lot of suds and water in the drum, the suds or water may flow, causing burn injury or wet floor. 30 EN Child Lock Beep On / Off Use this option to disable the controls. This feature can prevent children from changing cycles or operating the appliance 1 Press the Power button. 2 Press the Start/Pause button. 3 Press and hold the Temp. and Delay End button simultaneously for 3 seconds to set the Beep on/off function. Locking the Control Panel 1 Press and hold the Child Lock button for three seconds. 2 A beeper will sound, and will appear on the display. When the Child Lock is set, all buttons are locked except the Power button. NOTE ••Once the Beep on/off function is set, the setting is memorized even after the power is turned off. ••If you want to turn the Beeper off, simply repeat this process. NOTE ••Turning off the power will not reset the child lock function. You must deactivate child lock before you can access any other functions. Unlocking the Control Panel Press and hold the Child Lock button for three seconds. ••A beeper will sound and the remaining time for the current programme will reappear on the display. 31 EN Dry Use the your Automatic programmes to dry most loads. Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the exhaust to increase or decrease drying temperatures for faster reaction time and tighter temperature control. ••Cold water tap must be left on during drying programmes. ••This washing machine’s automatic process from washing to drying can be selected easily. ••For most even drying, make sure all articles in the clothes load are similar in material and thickness. ••Do not overload the washing machine by stuffing too many articles into the drum. Items must be able to tumble freely. ••If you open the door and remove the load before the washing machine has finished its cycle, remember to press the Start/Pause button. ••By pressing the Dry button, you can select: Normal-Time (30-60-90-120-150)-Iron-Low Temp.-Normal Eco. ••After the end of dry, ' ' is displayed. ' ' means crease decreasing. The drying cycle is already done. Press any buttons and take out clothes. If you do not press the Start/Pause button, the programme ends after about 4 hours. NOTE ••When you turn the washing machine off of the drying cycle, the drying fan motor can be operated to save itself for 30 seconds. Then the washing machine will display ' ' on the panel. ' ' means cooling fan. ••Be careful when removing your clothing from the washing machine, as the clothing or washing machine may be hot. 32 Woolen Articles ••Do not tumble dry woolen articles. Pull them to their original shape and dry them flat. Woven and Loopknit Materials ••Some woven and loopknit materials may shrink, by varying amounts, depending on their quality. ••Always stretch these materials out immediately after drying. Permanent Press and Synthetics ••Do not overload your washing machine. ••Take out permanent press articles as soon as the washing machine stops to reduce wrinkles. Baby Clothes and Night Gowns ••Always check the manufacturer’s instructions. Rubber and Plastics ••Do not dry any items made from or containing rubber or plastics, such as: −−aprons, bibs, chair covers −−curtains and table cloths −−bathmats Fiber Glass ••Do not dry fiberglass articles in your washing machine. Glass particles left in the washing machine may be picked up by your clothes the next time you use the washing machine and cause skin irritation. EN Drying Time Guide ••The drying time can be selected by pressing the Dry button. ••Drying programme can last up to about 7 hours. ••These drying times are given as a guide to help you set your washing machine for manual drying. NOTE ••The estimated drying time varies from the actual drying time during the Automatic programme. The type of fabric, size of the load, and the dryness selected affect drying time. ••When you select drying only, spinning runs automatically for energy efficiency. 33 SMART FUNCTIONS Using the Tag On Function Conveniently use the Smart Diagnosis™ to communicate with the appliance directly from a smart phone. ••The Tag On function can only be used with most smart phones equipped with the NFC (Near Field Communication) function and based on the Android OS (operating system). Installation of the Application ••Search LG Smart Laundry Global on the Google Play Store from your smart phone. snG㏘⫼䏬 LG Smart Using the Application LG Smart Laundry Global application allows you to use various features for your convenience. ••Cycle Download ••Smart Diagnosis™ ••Tag On Cycle Set ••Laundry Stats EN NOTE ••Press in the LG Smart Laundry Global application for a more detailed guide on how to use the Tag On function. ••Depending on the smart phone manufacturer and Android OS version, the NFC activation process may differ. Refer to the manual of your smart phone for details. ••Because of the characteristics of NFC, if the transmission distance is too far, or if there is a metal sticker or a protective case on the phone, transmission will not be good. In some cases, NFC-equipped phones may be unable to transmit successfully. ••The content found in this manual may differ depending on the version of LG Smart Laundry Global application, and it may be modified without customers informed. EU Conformity Notice Hereby, LG Electronics European Shared Service Center B.V., declares that this Washing machine is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The complete Declaration of Conformity may be requested through the following postal address: LG Electronics European Shared Service Center B.V. Krijgsman 1 1186 DM Amstelveen The Netherlands or can be requested at our dedicated DoC website: http://www.lg.com/global/support/cedoc/ cedoc# 34 EN Using the Smart Diagnosis™ Function Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics service centre when the product malfunctions or fails. Use this function only to contact the service representative, not during normal operation. 1 Press the Power button to turn on the washing machine. Do not press any other buttons or turn the programme selector knob. 2 When instructed to do so by the call centre, place the mouthpiece of your phone close to the Power button. x. Ma mm 10 3 Press and hold the Temp. button for three seconds, while holding the phone mouthpiece to the icon or Power button. 4 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. Time remaining for data transfer is displayed. ••For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted. ••If the call centre agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may be asked to try again. 5 Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, resume your conversation with the call centre agent, who will then be able to assist you using the information transmitted for analysis. NOTE ••The Smart Diagnosis™ function depends on the local call quality. ••The communication performance will improve and you can receive better service if you use the home phone. ••If the Smart Diagnosis™ data transfer is poor due to poor call quality, you may not receive the best Smart Diagnosis™ service. LG Electronics service centre 35 MAINTENANCE WARNING ••Unplug the washing machine before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. ••Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washing machine. They may damage the finish. Cleaning Your Washing Machine Care After Wash ••After the cycle is finished, wipe the door and the inside of the door seal to remove any moisture. ••Leave the door open to dry the drum interior. ••Wipe the body of the washing machine with a dry cloth to remove any moisture. EN Cleaning the Interior ••Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washing machine door opening and door glass. ••Always remove items from the washing machine as soon as the cycle is complete. Leaving damp items in the washing machine can cause wrinkling, colour transfer, and odour. ••Run the Tub Clean programme once a month (or more often if needed) to remove detergent buildup and other residue Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter ••Turn off the supply taps to the machine if the washing machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity. •• icon will be displayed on the control panel when water is not entering the detergent drawer. ••If water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become clogged. It is therefore a good idea to clean it occasionally. 1 Turn off the water tap and unscrew the water supply hose. 2 Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush. Cleaning the Exterior Proper care of your washing machine can extend its life. Door: ••Wash with a damp cloth on the outside and inside and then dry with a soft cloth. Exterior: ••Immediately wipe off any spills. ••Wipe with a damp cloth. ••Do not press the surface or the display with sharp objects. 36 EN Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter 4 After cleaning, turn the pump filter and insert the drain plug. 5 Close the cover cap. ••The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean to ensure smooth running of your washing machine. ••Allow the water to cool down before cleaning the drain pump, carrying out emergency emptying, or opening the door in an emergency. 1 Open the cover cap and pull out the hose. 2 Unplug the drain plug and open the filter by turning it to the left. 2 Container to collect the drained water. CAUTION ••First drain using the drain hose and then open the pump filter to remove any threads or objects. ••Be careful when draining, as the water may be hot. 1 3 Remove any extraneous matter from the pump filter. 37 EN Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Tub Clean ( ) (Optional) Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Remove the drawer and inserts and check for buildup once or twice a month. Tub Clean is a special programme to clean the inside of the washing machine. A higher water level is used in this programme at higher spin speed. Perform this programme regularly. 1 1 Remove any clothing or items from the washing machine and close the door. 2 Open the dispenser drawer and add antilimescale (e.g. Calgon) to the main wash compartment. ••For tablets put into the drum. 3 Close the dispenser drawer slowly. 4 Power on and then press and hold Tub Clean button for 3 seconds. Then will be displayed on the display. 5 Press the Start/Pause button to start. 6 After the programme is complete, leave the door open to allow the washing machine door opening, flexible gasket and door glass to dry. 2 Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling it straight out until it stops. ••Press down hard on the disengage button and remove the drawer. Remove the inserts from the drawer. ••Rinse the inserts and the drawer with warm water to remove buildup from laundry products. Use only water to clean the dispenser drawer. Dry the inserts and drawer with a soft cloth or towel. 3 To clean the drawer opening, use a cloth or small, non-metal brush to clean the recess. ••Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess. 4 Wipe any moisture off the recess with a soft cloth or towel. 5 Return the inserts to the proper compartments and replace the drawer. 38 CAUTION ••If there is a child, be careful not to leave the door open for too long. NOTE ••Do not add any detergent to the detergent compartments. Excessive suds may generate and leak from the washing machine. EN Caution on Freezing During Winter ••When frozen, the product does not operate normally. Make sure to install the product where it will not freeze during winter. ••In case the product must be installed outside on a porch or in other outdoor conditions, make sure to check the following. How to Keep the Product from Freezing ••After washing, remove water remaining inside the pump completely with the opening hose plug used for removal of residual water. When the water is removed completely, close the hose plug used for removal of residual water and cover cap. ••After closing the tap, disconnect the cold supply hose from the tap, and remove water while keeping the hose facing downwards. Supply hose Check for Freezing ••If water does not drain when opening the hose plug used for removal of residual water, check the drainage unit. Drain plug Cover cap Drain plug Cover cap ••Hang down drain hose to pull out water inside the hose completely. ••Turn the power on, choose a washing programme, and press the Start/Pause button. Detergent drawer Drain hose CAUTION ••When the drain hose is installed in a curved shape, the inner hose may freeze. Drain hose ••When ' ' is shown in display window while the product is in operation, check water supply unit and drainage unit (Some models do not have an alarm function that indicates freezing). NOTE ••Check that water is coming into the detergent drawer while rinsing, and water is draining through the drain hose while spinning. 39 EN How to Handle Freezing ••Make sure to empty the drum, pour warm water of 50–60 °C up to the rubber part inside the drum, close the door, and wait for 1–2 hours. ••When water is removed completely from the drum, close the hose plug used for removal of residual water, choose a washing programme, and press the Start/Pause button. Detergent drawer Drain hose 50-60 °C NOTE CAUTION ••When the drain hose is installed in a curved shape, the inner hose may freeze. ••Open the cover cap and hose plug used for removal of residual water to extract water completely. ••Check that water is coming into the detergent drawer while rinsing, and water is draining through the drain hose while spinning. ••When water supply problems occur, take the following measures. −−Turn off the tap, and thaw out the tap and both connection areas of inlet hose of the product using a hot water cloth. −−Take out inlet hose and immerse in warm water below 50–60 °C. Drain plug Cover cap Supply hose 50-60 °C NOTE ••If water does not drain, this means the ice is not melted completely. Wait more. 40 TROUBLESHOOTING EN ••Your washing machine is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your washing machine does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service: Diagnosing Problems Symptoms Rattling and clanking noise Thumping sound Vibrating noise Water leaks Oversudsing Reason Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in drum or pump. Solution ••Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Items such as clips, matches, pens, coins, and keys can damage both your washer and your clothes. ••Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent these items from snagging or tangling on other clothes. Heavy wash loads may produce ••If sound continues, washing machine a thumping sound. This is is probably out of balance. Stop and redistribute wash load. usually normal. ••If not removed during installation, refer Have all the transit bolts and to Installation guide for removing transit tub support been removed? bolts. Are all the feet resting firmly on ••Make sure the washing machine is level and tighten the lock nuts up the ground? towards the base of the appliance. Supply hoses or drain hose are loose at tap or washing ••Check and tighten hose connections. machine. drain pipe. Contact plumber if House drain pipes are clogged. ••Unclog necessary. Too much detergent or ••Make sure that the suggested unsuitable detergent may amount of detergent is used per the cause excessive foaming which manufacturer's recommendations. may result in water leaks. 41 EN Symptoms Reason Water supply is not adequate in that location. Water supply tap is not Water does not completely open. enter washing machine or it enters Water supply hose(s) are slowly kinked. The filter of the supply hose(s) clogged. Water in the Drain hose is kinked or washing machine clogged. does not drain or The drain filter is clogged. drains slowly Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose. Washing machine does not start Washing machine will not spin 42 Solution ••Check another tap in the house. ••Fully open tap. ••Straighten hose. ••Check the filter of the supply hose. ••Clean and straighten the drain hose. ••Clean the drain filter. ••Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet. House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped,or a power outage has occurred. ••Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified electrician. Water supply tap is not turned on. ••Turn on water supply tap. Check that the door is firmly shut. ••Close the door and press the Start/ Pause button. After pressing the Start/Pause button, it may take a few moments before the washing machine begins to spin. The door must be locked before spin can be achieved. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. Rearrange load to allow proper spinning. EN Symptoms Reason Solution Once washing machine has ••Check if the ‘Door Lock’ icon is Door does not open started, the door cannot be illuminated. You can safely open the door after the ‘Door Lock’ icon turns off. opened for safety reasons. If an imbalance is detected or if the suds removing programme ••This is normal. The time remaining Wash cycle time shown in the display is only an delayed is on, the wash time will estimate. Actual time may vary. increase. ••Follow softener guidelines to ensure Fabric softener Too much softener may cause appropriate amount is used. Do not overflow an overflow. exceed the maximum fill line. ••Follow the guidelines provided by the detergent manufacturer. Softeners Too much softener may cause ••Close the dispenser drawer slowly. Do dispensed too early an premature dispensing. not open the drawer during the wash cycle. ••Do not overload. Check that the washing machine is draining properly to extract adequate water from the load. Dry problem Check water supply tap. Clothes load is too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels. ••Turn off water supply tap. 43 EN Error Messages Symptoms Reason Water supply is not adequate in area. Water supply taps are not completely open. Water supply hose(s) are kinked. The filter of the supply hose(s) are clogged. If water leakage occurred in the aqua will stop supply hose, indicator become red. Solution ••Check another tap in the house. ••Fully open tap. ••Straighten hose(s). ••Check the filter of the supply hose. ••Use the aqua stop supply hose. May vary depending on the model. Load is too small. Load is out of balance. The appliance has an imbalance detection and correction system. If individual heavy articles are loaded (e.g. bath mat, bath robe, etc.) this system may stop spinning or even interrupt the spin cycle altogether. If the laundry is still too wet at the end of the cycle, add smaller articles of laundry to balance the load and repeat the spin cycle. 44 ••Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. ••Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. ••Rearrange load to allow proper spinning. ••Rearrange load to allow proper spinning. EN Symptoms Reason Solution Drain hose is kinked or clogged. ••Clean and straighten the drain hose. The drain filter is clogged. ••Clean the drain filter. Ensure door is not open. ••Close the door completely. If , , is not released, call for service. Control error. ••Unplug the power plug and call for service. Water overfills due to the faulty water valve. ••Close the water tap. ••Unplug the power plug. ••Call for service. Malfunction of water level sensor. ••Close the water tap. ••Unplug the power plug. ••Call for service. Over load in motor. ••Allow the washing machine to stand for 30 minutes to allow the motor to cool, then restart the cycle. Water leaks. ••Call for service. Does not dry ••Call for service. 45 WARRANTY EN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: ••Service trips to deliver, pick up, or install or repair the product; instruction to the customer on operation of the product; repair or replacement of fuses or correction of wiring or plumbing, or correction of unauthorized repairs/installation. ••Failure of the product to perform during power failures and interruptions or inadequate electrical service. ••Damage caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply or inadequate supply of air. ••Damage resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product’s owner’s manual. ••Damage to the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, or acts of God. ••Damage or failure caused by unauthorized modification or alteration, or if it is used for other than the intended purpose, or any water leakage where the product was not properly installed. ••Damage or failure caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, or plumbing codes, commercial or industrial use, or use of accessories, components, or consumable cleaning products that are not approved by LG. ••Damage caused by transportation and handling, including scratches, dents, chips, and/or other damage to the finish of your product, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship. ••Damage or missing items to any display, open box, discounted, or refurbished Product. ••Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined. Model and Serial numbers, along with original retail sales receipt, are required for warranty validation. ••Increases in utility costs and additional utility expenses. ••Repairs when your Product is used in other than normal and usual household use or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product’s owner’s manual. ••Costs associated with removal of your Product from your home for repairs. ••The removal and reinstallation of the Product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions, including LG’s owner’s and installation manuals. ••Damage resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance. Improper repair includes use of parts not approved or specified by LG. 46 EN Strange vibration or noise caused by not removing transit bolts or tub support. Tub support Transit bolt Carton base Remove the transit bolts & tub support. Leakage caused by dirt (hair, lint) on gasket and door glass. Clean the gasket & door glass. Not draining caused by clogging of pump filter. Clean the pump filter. Water is not coming because water inlet valve filters are clogged or water supply hoses are kinked. Clean the inlet valve filter or reinstall the water supply hoses. Water is not coming because too much detergent use. Laundry is hot or warm after finished washing because the supply hoses are installed in reverse. Water is not supplied because the water tap is not turned on. Inlet Filter Clean the detergent disperser drawer. Dispenser Cold Cold Water supply Water tap Hot Hot Water supply Reinstall the supply hoses. Turn on the water tap. 47 EN Leakage caused by improper installation of drain hose or clogged drain hose. Elbow Bracket Reinstall the drain hose. Tie Strap Leakage caused by improper installation of water supply hose or using other brand supply hoses. Reinstall the supply hose. No power problem caused by loose connection of power cord or electrical outlet problem. Reconnect the power cord or change the electrical outlet. Level Service trips to deliver, pick up, install the product or for instruction on product use. The removal and reinstallation of the product. The warranty covers manufacturing defects only. Service resulting from improper Installation is not covered. If all screws are not installed properly, it may cause excessive vibration (Pedestal model only). Install 4 screws at each corner (Total 16EA). Water hammering (banging) noise when washing machine is filling with water. 48 High pressure water Natural water flow Sudden stopping Hit Loud noise water flow Adjust the water pressure by turning down the water valve or water tap in the home. Memo Memo Memo
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