LG Washing Machine Owner's Manual

Safety Instructions

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.

Safety Messages

Symbol for Risk: ⚠️ This symbol indicates matters and operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the instructions to avoid risk.

WARNING: ❗ This indicates that failure to follow the instructions can cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION: ❗ This indicates that failure to follow the instructions can cause minor injury or damage to the product.

General Warnings

• To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury, or scalding, follow basic precautions.
• 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 supervised or instructed by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
• Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by carpets.
• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Use only the new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old hoses can cause water leaks and property damage.
• The inlet water pressure must be less than 100 kPa.

Maximum Capacity

Wash: 13.5 kg / Spin: 6.5 kg (based on dry clothes for wash, wet clothes for spin).

Installation Precautions

• Never operate if the appliance is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing/broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
• Transport the appliance with two or more people.
• Do not install in damp, dusty, or outdoor areas, or areas subject to direct sunlight, wind, rain, or freezing temperatures.
• Ensure the power plug is completely pushed into the power outlet.
• Do not plug into multiple sockets or extension cables.
• Do not modify the power plug. If it doesn't fit, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
• The appliance must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk of electric shock.
• Use an appropriate grounded outlet socket installed according to local codes and ordinances.
• Improper grounding connection can result in electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician if unsure.
• Tighten and secure the drain hose at connecting ends to avoid separation.

Operation Precautions

• Do not attempt to separate panels or disassemble the appliance.
• Do not repair or replace parts yourself; all servicing must be performed by qualified personnel using authorized factory parts.
• Do not leave the appliance door open; children may hang on it or crawl inside.
• Do not wash or dry articles cleaned with or spotted by combustible or explosive substances (e.g., waxes, oils, paint, gasoline, solvents, alcohol). Improper use can cause fire or explosion.
• Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances near the appliance.
• Do not place flammable objects or heating devices on the appliance.
• Never reach into the appliance while it is operating; wait until the drum has completely stopped.
• In case of water leak, disconnect the power plug and contact LG Electronics customer information center.
• Turn off water taps to relieve pressure on hoses and valves. Check fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.
• If there is a gas leakage in the home, do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately.
• If the drain or inlet hose is frozen, use it only after thawing.
• Keep detergents, softener, and bleach away from children.
• Do not touch the power plug or controls with wet hands.
• Do not bend the power cable excessively or place heavy objects on it.
• Wipe off dirt or dust on the power plug contacts.
• Do not fill the washing machine with water above 50°C.
• Do not drain water from the wash tub while the spin tub is operating.
• Always unplug the power cord after use.
• During washing, spinning, and draining, ensure the drain hose is lowered.

Maintenance Precautions

• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning. Setting controls to OFF or standby does not disconnect power.
• Securely plug in the power plug after removing moisture and dust.
• Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it.
• Never unplug by pulling the power cable; grip the plug firmly and pull straight out.
• Only qualified LG Electronics service personnel should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact LG Electronics customer information center if moving the appliance.

Disposal

• Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it and cut off the cable behind the appliance to prevent misuse.
• Dispose of packaging materials (plastic bags, styrofoam) away from children, as they can cause suffocation.

Installation

Parts and Specifications

Front View Components:

• 1. Washing Cover
• 2. Water Supply Selector
• 3. Over Flow Filter
• 4. Rotation Filter-C*¹
• 5. Cabinet
• 6. Pulsator
• 7. Power Cord
• 8. Earth Wire*²
• 9. Collar Scrubber
• 10. Spin Dryer Basket
• 11. Safety Cover
• 12. Spin Dryer Cover

*¹ This feature is only available on some models.

*² This feature is only available on models with a two-pin plug.

Accessories:

• 1. Inlet Hose
• 2. Safety Cover
• 3. Drain Hose
• 4. Snap Ring
• 5. Rotation Filter-C*¹

*¹ The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased.

Specifications

Dimensions (mm)

Diagram shows dimensions: W (Width) = 905 mm, D (Depth) = 545 mm, H (Height) = 1025 mm.

Installation Place Requirements

Before installing, check the following information for correct placement.

Unpacking Shipping Material

1. Remove packing bands from the carton. Open upper flaps, fold them back, and lift off the carton. Remove the plastic bag and all other packing material.
2. Lift the washing machine and remove the base packing.
3. Remove the tape securing the power supply cord and drain hose.
4. Remove the inlet hose and filter from the accessory bag.

Installation Location

Installation Area:

• For placing & leveling the machine: Select a flat & firm floor.
• Maintain more than 15 cm gap between the side of the drain hose and the wall.
• Base openings must not be obstructed by carpeting when installed on a carpeted floor.

Connecting the Power Plug

• Insert the power plug into the outlet.
• Before connecting, check if the washer's voltage setting matches the outlet voltage.
• If using an AC outlet with a ground terminal, grounding is not needed. Otherwise, ensure proper earthing.
• Position the appliance so the plug is accessible.

Other Earthing Method

• Connect the earth wire to an earth copper plate and bury it at least 75 cm deep under wet ground.
• Connect the earth wire to an earthing-only outlet.
• If the described grounding method is not possible, a separate circuit-breaker should be employed and installed by a qualified electrician.

WARNING: The appliance with a two-pronged plug must be grounded.

Connecting the Earth Wire (for models with two prong plug)

• Install the earth wire to prevent short-circuit due to leaking current and electric shock.
• The earth wire is attached at the back of the washer. Connect it to a metal water pipe. If the water pipe is made of plastic, it does not provide an earth effect.
• Do not connect the earth wire to a gas pipe, lightning arrester, or telephone connector.

Installing the Drain Hose

Before connecting the drain hose, check your drain hose model and follow the instructions.

1. Fix the snap ring to the drain hose.
2. Align the drain hose with the drain outlet.
3. Press the hose clip and push the hose towards the body of the washing machine, then release the snap ring.

Positioning the Drain Hose

• Do not crush the hose. Maintain a gap of more than 15 cm between the side of the drain hose and the wall.
• Ensure the drain hose is not kinked.
• Make sure water drains smoothly by placing a base under the machine or using other appropriate means.

NOTE: Re-route the drain hose to prevent kinks or sharp bends that could impede drainage. Use only the new hose set provided.

WARNING: Packaging materials (such as plastic bags and thermocol) should be kept away from children.

Operation

Preparing the Wash Load

Sort the wash load for best results and prepare clothes according to care label symbols.

Checking the Clothes before Loading

• Combine large and small items for even load distribution during spinning.
• Do not wash single small items; add 1-2 similar items to prevent an out-of-balance load.
• Check pockets for items like nails, hair clips, matches, pens, coins, and keys, which can damage the appliance and clothes.
• Wash delicates (stockings, underwired bras) in a wash net.
• Close zippers, hooks, and strings to prevent snagging on other clothes.
• Pre-treat dirt and stains by brushing a small amount of dissolved detergent onto stains.

Adding Detergents

Detergent Dosage

• Select detergent based on fabric type, color, soil level, and washing temperature, and use according to manufacturer instructions.
• Excessive detergent causes excessive suds and poor washing.
• When using liquid detergent, follow manufacturer guidelines.
• Adjust detergent usage based on water temperature, hardness, load size, and soil level. Avoid oversudsing for best results.
• Refer to clothing labels for appropriate detergent and water temperature.
• Use suitable detergents: general powdered for all fabrics, powdered for delicates, liquid for all fabrics or wool-specific.
• For better performance and whitening, use detergent with general powdered bleach.

CAUTION: Using undiluted liquid detergent or leaving diluted liquid detergent in the drum for a long time may damage, bleach, or discolor clothes.

NOTE: Do not let detergent harden, as this can cause blockages, poor rinsing, or odor. Full load: follow manufacturer's recommendation. Part load: 3/4 of normal amount. Minimum load: 1/2 of full load.

Control Panel

Control Panel and Functions:

• 1 Water Supply Inlet: Connect the inlet hose from the water tap to feed water to the tub.
• 2 Water Selector: Select WASH for washing/rinsing and SPIN for spin shower rinse.
• 3 Wash Timer: Used for soak, wash, and rinse operations. Select desired time.
• 4 Wash Selector: Set to Gentle, Normal, or Strong based on laundry type and quantity.
• 5 Drain Selector: Select Wash.Rinse for washing/rinsing, and Drain to empty the tub.
• 6 Spin Timer: Select desired spinning time (max 10 min, not over 3 cycles). Do not rotate the knob beyond the prescribed limit.

NOTE: After 3 consecutive spins, do not spin for more than 1 hour, as the spin motor may be damaged or stop operating. The Auto Restart function allows the cycle to restart after a power failure.

Operating the Appliance

Washing

1. Set the Drain Selector to Wash.Rinse Position.
2. Set the Water Selector to WASH.
3. Add appropriate detergent and laundry to the wash tub. Add water to the desired level (refer to Guide for Washing).
4. Open water supply and fill water to level mark H to ensure clothes absorb enough water.
5. Select the Wash Selector to Gentle, Normal, or Strong according to the laundry.
6. Set the desired wash time. The machine runs the washing function from 0-15 min, and switches between washing and soaking from 16-40 min.
7. When washing is finished, set the Drain Selector to Drain and drain the water.
8. Spinning is done in the spin dryer basket. Move laundry to the basket, place it lightly, and put the safety cover horizontally. Set the desired spin time with the Spin Timer.

Rinsing (Continuous water supply rinse)

1. Select the Drain Selector to Wash.Rinse position.
2. Put laundry into the wash tub and open the water tap.
3. Set the rinse time with the Wash Timer and feed water continuously.

Interim Spin Rinse

Interim spin rinse removes sudsy water to improve rinsing efficiency.

1. After washing, put laundry into the spin dryer basket and place the safety cover horizontally on the laundry.
2. Set the Water Selector to SPIN and open the tap.
3. Set the desired water flow and spin time.
4. After spinning, put laundry back into the wash tub and rinse.

CAUTION: Do not operate the spin with water supply on.

Spinning

1. Put laundry evenly into the spin dryer basket, transferring clothes one by one from the wash tub.
2. Place the laundry down lightly.
3. Place the safety cover horizontally on top of the laundry inside the basket.
4. Close the safety cover and then the spin dryer cover.
5. Set the Spin Timer.

Spin Time Guide:

After Finishing Wash

1. Remove laundry from the spin dryer basket and close the spin dryer cover.
2. If water remains in the wash tub, set the Drain Selector to Drain to empty it.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
4. Clean the washing machine.

CAUTION: Do not continue spinning for more than 3 consecutive cycles. After 3 cycles, stop spinning for more than 1 hour, or the spin motor may stop or be damaged. For woolen clothes, spin for 1 min only for clothes protection.

Maintenance

Cleaning after Every Wash

What to Clean

• If always using cold water, use warm or hot wash at regular intervals (e.g., every 5th wash).
• Turn off taps after use to prevent flooding; otherwise, an inlet hose may burst.
• Always unplug the power cord after use.
• After the cycle, wipe the door and inside of the door to remove moisture.

WARNING: Leave the door open to dry the drum interior only if it is safe and children are supervised.

Cleaning the Exterior

Proper care extends service life.

• Immediately wipe off any spills.
• Wipe with a damp cloth, then a dry cloth, ensuring no moisture remains in cabinet joints or crevices.
• Do not press on the surface or display with sharp objects.

Cleaning the Appliance Periodically

Cleaning the Lint Filter

The filter is important for efficient washing performance; clean it regularly.

• Do not drop the filter on the floor.
• Be careful not to catch fingernails in the filter.
• Do not leave iron objects (pins, hairpins) in the lint filter as they promote rust.

CAUTION: Clean the lint filter after at least 2-3 washes.

Overflow Filter and Rotation Filter-C

1. Lift the area of the overflow filter. Take out the rotation filter-C by pulling in the direction shown.
2. Pull the overflow filter forward from the wash tub.
3. Turn the net over and rinse in water.
4. Use a brush or hand to remove lint from the overflow filter.
5. Insert the overflow filter back into the wash tub.
6. Insert the rotation filter-C back into the overflow filter.

NOTE: If only rotation filter-C needs washing, follow steps 1, 3, and 6.

Caring the Appliance

Pulsator

If a button or other object gets caught in the pulsator:

1. Take out the pulsator cap with a "-" type screwdriver.
2. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the screw in the center of the pulsator and lift it to remove the object.
3. Place the pulsator back in its original position and tighten the screw.
4. Place the pulsator cap back in its original position.

Spin Dryer Basket

If clothing becomes trapped between the spin dryer basket and the spin tub:

1. Take hold of the front of the safety cover.
2. Firmly hold the tub by the other hand.
3. Pull the safety cover upward.
4. Remove the clothing.
5. Close the safety cover, pressing down so it fits securely into the spin tub.

Water Leakage

If water leakage is observed, rotate the Drain Selector 5-7 times. This may drain off any obstructed foreign particles. Perform the above steps again until the problem is resolved.

Troubleshooting

Before Calling for Service

Operation errors and malfunctions can occur. The following table lists possible causes and solutions. You can often resolve problems yourself, saving time and money. This table should assist you.

Appendix

Reference

Weight Guide for Clothes

Guide for Washing

Refer to the following tables when washing.

NOTE: Amount of laundry is based on dry laundry. Detergent amount is based on a general synthetic detergent. If washing and spinning must be operated together, starting washing and spinning operation shall be done at the same time to cope with EMC requirement.