LG F1608WD, F1608BD Owner's Manual

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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.

ENGLISH

F1608*D

www.lg.com

MFL71764281	Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.00_102320

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

This manual may contain images or content that may be different from the model you purchased.

This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE...........................................................	3
WARNING............................................................................................................	3
INSTALLATION
Parts and Specifications ....................................................................................	8
Installation Place Requirements ....................................................................	10
Unpacking the Appliance ................................................................................	11
Levelling the Appliance ...................................................................................	12
Connecting the Water Supply Hose...............................................................	13
Installing the Drain Hose ................................................................................	16
OPERATION
Operation Overview.........................................................................................	17
Control Panel ....................................................................................................	18
Preparing the Wash Load ...............................................................................	20
Adding Detergents and Softeners .................................................................	20
Programme Table ............................................................................................	23
Extra Options and Functions ..........................................................................	27
SMART FUNCTIONS
LG ThinQ Application.......................................................................................	30
Smart Diagnosis ...............................................................................................	30
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning After Every Wash..............................................................................	31
Cleaning the Appliance Periodically & Performing an Emergency Water
Evacuation.........................................................................................................	32
TROUBLESHOOTING

Before Calling for Service................................................................................

35

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

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.

Safety Messages

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.

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WARNING

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:

Technical Safety

•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.

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•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

•If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

•Use a new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage.

•Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by a carpet.

•This appliance is intended to be used in household only.

•The inlet water pressure must be between 50 kPa and 800 kPa.

Maximum Capacity

The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be washed is 8 kg.

The recommended maximum capacity for each washing programme may differ. To get good wash results, please refer to Programme Table in OPERATION chapter for further details.

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, rain, or temperatures below freezing.

•Make sure the power plug is completely pushed into the power outlet.

•Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets, power boards, or an extension power cable.

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•Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified

electrician.

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power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate
earthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding
outlet socket that is installed and earthed / 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.
• 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.

Operation

•Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to operate the appliance.

•Do not attempt to separate any panels or disassemble 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.

•Do not push down the door excessively, when the appliance door is open.

•Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.

•Do not wash rugs, mats, shoes or pet blankets, stuffed toys, or any other items other than clothes or sheets, in this machine.

•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.

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•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.

•Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances (ether, benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, gasoline, thinner, petroleum, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance.

•Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the drum has completely stopped.

•Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.

•In case of a water leak from the appliance or flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre.

•Turn off water taps to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced after 5 years.

•If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.) within the home, do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately.

•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.

•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.

•Avoid touching any water that is drained from the appliance during the wash.

•Make sure that drainage is working properly. If water is not drained properly, your floor may get flooded.

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•When the air temperature is high and the water temperature is low, condensation may occur and thus wet the floor.

• Wipe off dirt or dust on the contacts of the power plug.

Maintenance

•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.

•Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely removing any moisture and dust.

•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 outlet socket.

•Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.

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.

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INSTALLATION

Parts and Specifications

NOTE

• Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance.

Front View

Rear View

a Control Panel	a Power Plug
b Detergent Dispenser Drawer	b Transit Bolts
c Drum	c Drain Hose
d Door
e Cover Cap
f Drain Plug
g Drain Pump Filter
h Levelling Feet

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Accessories

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

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a	Cold Supply Hose	d	Anti–slip Sheets*1
b	Spanner	e	Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose
c	Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes	f	Tie Strap*1

Specifications

Model	F1608*D
Power Supply	220‒240 V~, 50 Hz
Product Weight	66 kg

Dimension(mm)

W	D’’
	D’
	D

H

W	600	D	565	D''	1100
H	850	D'	620

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Installation Place Requirements

Before installing the appliance, check the following information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place.

WARNING

•This appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes and should not be used in mobile applications.

Installation Location

•This appliance must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during the spin cycle. Concrete flooring is best, being far less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floorboards or a carpeted surface.

•If it is impossible to avoid positioning the appliance next to a gas cooker or coal burning stove, an insulation (850 X 600 mm) covered with aluminum foil on the side facing the cooker or stove must be inserted between the two appliances.

•Ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessible for an engineer in the event of a breakdown.

•When installing the appliance, adjust all four feet using the transit bolt spanner provided to ensure the appliance is stable.

Floor Installation

To ensure sufficient clearance for water inlet hoses, drain hose and airflow, allow minimum clearances of at least 20 mm at the sides and 100 mm behind the appliance. Be sure to allow for wall, door, or floor moldings that may increase the required clearances.

B

	A	C	C
A			100 mm
B			5 mm
C			20 mm

NOTE

•Never try to level any uneven floor by putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the appliance.

Wooden Floors (Suspended Floors)

When installing the appliance on wooden floors, use rubber cups to reduce excessive vibration and unbalance. Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance, errors and malfunction.

•To reduce vibration, we recommend placing at least 15 mm thickness of rubber cups a under each adjusting foot of the appliance, secured to at least two floor beams with screws.

•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.

CAUTION

•If the appliance is installed on the unstable floor (e.g. wooden floor), the warranty does not cover any damages and cost occurred due to the installation on the unstable floor.

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			grounded/earthed in accordance with all local
NOTE
			codes and ordinances.
• You can purchase rubber cups (part No.
4620ER4002B) from the LG service centre.

Ventilation

•Make sure that air circulation around the appliance should not be impeded by carpets, rugs, etc.

Ambient Temperature

•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.

•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.

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.

•Power outlet must be within 1 meter of either side of the appliance.

WARNING

•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 authorised LG repairer.

•The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and

Unpacking the Appliance

Lifting the Appliance Off the Foam Base

* This feature may vary depending on the model purchased.

After removing the carton and shipping material, lift the appliance off the foam base.

*

•Make sure the tub support a* 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 b, always protect the side of the appliance and lay it carefully on its side. Do not lay the appliance on its front or back.

Removing the Transit Bolt Assemblies

To prevent the appliance from severe vibration and breakage, remove transit bolts and retainers.

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1 Starting with the bottom two transit bolts a, use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise.

2 Remove the bolt assemblies by wiggling them slightly while pulling them out.

3 Install the hole caps.

•Locate the hole caps b included in the accessory pack or attached on the back.

NOTE

•Save the transit bolts and retainers for future use.

•Transport this appliance for the prevention of breakage as below:

-The transit bolts are reinstalled.

-The power cord is secured to the back of the appliance.

•If the appliance rocks when pushing the top plate of the appliance diagonally, adjust the feet again.

•Check whether the appliance is perfectly level after installation.

NOTE

•Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance. Reinforcement or bracing of the timber floor may need to be considered to stop or reduce excessive noise and vibration.

Adjusting and Levelling the Feet

When installing the appliance, the appliance should be aligned and perfectly level. If the appliance is not aligned and level properly, the appliance may be damaged or may not operate properly.

1 Turn the levelling feet as required if the floor is uneven.

•Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet.

•Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor.

Levelling the Appliance

Checking the Level

When pushing down the edges of the top plate diagonally, the appliance should not move up and down at all (check both directions).

NOTE

•Do not install the washing machine on a plinth, stand or elevated surface unless it is

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manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this model.

2 Check if the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit level a.

3 Secure the levelling feet with the lock nuts b by turning anti-clockwise against the bottom of the appliance.

4 Check if all lock nuts at the bottom of the appliance are secured properly.

NOTE

•Proper placement and levelling of the appliance will ensure long, regular, and reliable operation.

•The appliance must be 100% horizontal and stand firmly in position on a hard flat floor.

•It must not ‘Seesaw’ across corners under the load.

•Do not let the feet of the appliance get wet. Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise.

slip sheets under the levelling feet and adjust the level.

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 aof the anti-slip sheets on the floor.

•The most effective way is to install the antislip sheets under the front feet. If it is difficult to place the sheets under the front feet of the appliance, attach them under the rear feet.

4 Put the appliance on the anti-slip sheets.

•Do not attach the adhesive side aof antislip sheets to the feet of the appliance.

NOTE

•Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG Electronics service centre.

Using Anti-Slip Sheets

This feature may vary depending on the model purchased.

If you install the appliance on a slippery surface, it may move because of excessive vibration. Incorrect levelling may cause malfunction through noise and vibration. If this occurs, install the anti-

Connecting the Water Supply Hose

Note for Connection

•Water pressure must be between 50 kPa and 800 kPa (0.5‒8.0 kgf/cm²). If the water pressure is more than 800 kPa, a decompression device should be installed.

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•Periodically check the condition of the water supply hose and replace the water supply hose if necessary.

NOTE

•Do not overtighten the water supply hose or use mechanical devices to tighten onto the inlet valves.

•No further backflow protection required for connection to the water inlet.

Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap Without Thread

1 Loose the 4 fixing screws a.

2 Remove the guide plate bif the tap is too large to fit the adapter.

Checking the Rubber Seal

Two rubber seals aare supplied with the water supply hose. They are used to prevent water leaks. Connection to taps is sufficiently tight.

• Do not use mechanical devices such as multi grips to tighten the water supply hose. Ensure that the curved end of the water supply hose is connected to the appliance.

3 Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal is connected to be watertight. Tighten the 4 fixing screws.

Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap

Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread

Screw the supply hose connector onto the water supply tap.

4 Push the inlet hose c vertically upwards so that the rubber seal within the hose can adhere

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completely to the tap and then tighten the hose by screwing it to the right.

watertight. Tighten the 4 fixing screws and the adapter ring plate.

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Connecting One Touch Type Hose to Tap Without Thread

1 Unscrew the adapter ring plate d and loose the 4 fixing screws.

2 Remove the guide plate eif the tap is too large to fit the adapter.

4 Pull the connector latch plate f down, push the inlet hose onto the adapter, and release the connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter locks into place.

NOTE

•After connecting the water inlet 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.

3 Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal is connected to be

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Connecting the Hose to the Appliance

Screw the supply hose to the water inlet valve on the back of the appliance.

•Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.

•Do not connect the hose to the hot water supply for models with one water inlet. Connect to the cold water supply only.

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 that the tap is square or too big, remove the guide plate before inserting the tap into the adaptor.

•Make sure that the hose should not be kinked or trapped.

Installing the Drain Hose

Installing the Drain Hose with the Elbow Bracket

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.

105cm

•If the drain hose is too long, do not force it back into the appliance. This will cause abnormal noise.

•When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it tightly with string.

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OPERATION

Operation Overview

Using the Appliance

Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash programme and add a half amount of the detergent. Start the appliance without clothes. This will remove possible residues and water from the drum that may have been left during manufacturing.

1 Sort clothes and load items.

•Sort clothes by fabric type, soil level, colour and load size as needed. Open the door and load items into the appliance.

CAUTION

•Before closing the door, ensure that all clothes and items are inside the tub and not overhanging on the rubber door seal where they will become caught when the door is closed. Failing to do so will cause damage to the door seal and the clothes.

•Remove items from the flexible door seal gasket to prevent clothing and door seal damage.

3

4

5

6

•Add the proper amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. If desired, add bleach or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of the dispenser.

Turn on the appliance.

•Press the Power button to turn on the appliance.

Choose the desired cycle.

•Press the cycle button repeatedly or turn the cycle selector knob until the desired cycle is selected.

•Now select a wash temperature and spin speed. Pay attention to the fabric care label of your clothes.

Begin cycle.

•Press the Start/Pause button to begin the cycle. The appliance will agitate briefly without water to measure the weight of the load. If the Start/Pause button is not pressed within a certain time, the appliance will shut off and all settings will be lost.

End of cycle.

•When the cycle is finished, a melody will sound. Immediately remove your clothing from the appliance to reduce wrinkling. Check around the door seal when removing the load for small items that may be caught in the seal.

2 Add cleaning products or detergent and softener.

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Control Panel

The actual control panel may differ from model to model.

Control Panel Features

Description

aPower On/Off Button

•Press this button to turn the washing machine on.

bProgramme Knob

•Programmes are available according to the clothes type.

•The lamp will light up to indicate the selected programme.

cStart/Pause Button

•This button is used to start the wash cycle or pause the wash cycle.

•If a temporary stop of the wash cycle is needed, press this button.

dExtra Options and Functions

•To use the extra functions, press and hold the corresponding button for 3 seconds. The corresponding symbol lights up in the display.

•This allows you to select an additional programmes and will light when selected.

eCustomizing Washing Programme Buttons

Use these buttons to adjust the water temperature or spin speed settings for the selected programme.

•The current settings are shown in the display.

•Press the button for that option to select other settings.

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Description

fDisplay

•The display shows the settings, estimated remaining time, options, and status messages. When the appliance is turned on, the default settings in the display will illuminate.

•While the load weight is sensed automatically, the display on the control panel blinks.

Time and Status Display

Description

aAI DD

•AI DD Mprovides the appropriate drum rotation actions after load sensing is completed.

•Mis activated when the Cotton, Mixed Fabric, and Easy Care programmes are selected and operated.

bProgramme Status Indicators

•When a washing programme is running, LED for the active stage will blink, and the LEDs for the remaining stages will remain steady. Once a stage is complete, the LED will turn off. If a cycle is paused, the active stage LED will stop blinking.

cEstimated Time Remaining

•When a washing programme is selected, the default time for that programme is displayed. This time will change as options are selected.

•If the display shows --- , then the time will be displayed after the load sensing has detected the load size. This is normal.

•The time shown is only an estimate. This time is based on normal operating conditions. Several external factors (load weight, room temperature, incoming water temperature, etc.) can affect the actual time.

dqlights up when the beep is off.

eilights up when the control panel is locked except for the Power button.

fHlights up when the programme starts and the door is locked.

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	Preparing the Wash Load
		NOTE
	Sort the wash load for best washing results, and
		• The dashes under the symbol give you
	then prepare the clothes according to the symbols
		information about the type of fabric and the
	on their care labels.
		maximum allowance of mechanical stress.

Sorting the Clothes

•For best washing results, sort your clothes according to the care label stating fabric type and washing temperature. Adjust the spin speed or spin intensity in accordance with the fabric type.

•Soil level (Heavy, Normal, Light): Separate clothes according to soil level. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled ones.

•Colour (White, Lights, Darks): Wash dark or dyed clothes separately from whites or light colours. Mixing dyed clothes with light clothes can result in dye transfer or discolouration of lighter clothes.

•Lint (Lint producers, Collectors): Wash separately lint producing fabrics from lint collecting fabrics. Lint producers can result in pilling and linting on the lint collectors.

Checking the Clothes Care Label

The symbols tell you about the fabric content of your garment and how it should be washed.

Symbols on the Care Labels

Symbol	Wash / Fabric type

•Normal Wash

•Cotton, Mixed Fabrics

•Easy Care

•Synthetic, Mixed Fabrics

•Special Delicate Wash

•Delicates

•Hand Wash Only

•Wool, Silk

•Do not wash

Checking the Clothes before Loading

•Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first.

•Large items should not be more than half of 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 appliance and clothes.

•Wash delicates (stockings, underwired bras) in a wash net.

•Close zippers, hooks and strings to make sure that these items do not snag on other clothes.

•Pre-treat dirt and stains by brushing a small amount of detergent dissolved water onto stains to help lift dirt.

Adding Detergents and

Softeners

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 the washing temperature. Use only

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detergents that are suitable for Drum (front load) type washers.

•If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount.

•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 wash cycle immediately.

•Do not use liquid detergent if you are using the Delay End function, or if you have selected Pre Wash option, as the liquid will dispense immediately and may harden in the drawer or the tub.

•Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load. For best results, avoid overdosing the detergent. Failing to do so will cause oversudsing.

•Refer to the label of the clothes, before adding the detergent and choosing the water temperature.

•Use only suitable detergents for the respective type of clothing:

-Liquid detergent is often designed for special applications, e.g. for coloured fabric, wool, delicate or dark clothes.

-Powdered detergent is suitable for all types of fabric.

-For better washing results of white and pale garments, use powdered detergent with bleach.

-Detergent is flushed from the dispenser at the beginning of the wash cycle.

• Minimum load: 1/3 of full load.

Using the Dispenser

To add detergent dosage to the dispenser:

1 Open the dispenser drawer.

2 Add the detergent and softener into the appropriate compartments.

aMain wash detergent compartment

bPre-wash detergent compartment

cLiquid fabric softener compartment

3 Gently close the detergent dispenser drawer before starting the cycle.

•Slamming the drawer closed may result in the detergent overflowing into another compartment or dispensing into the drum earlier than programmed.

•Be careful not to get a hand caught in the drawer while closing.

•It is normal for a small amount of water to remain in the dispenser compartments at the end 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: 1/2 of the normal amount.

Fabric Softener Compartment

This compartment holds liquid fabric softener, which is automatically dispensed during the final rinse cycle. Either powdered or liquid fabric softener may be used.

•Pour fabric softer to the maximum fill line. Pouring excessive fabric softener over the

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maximum fill line can cause it to dispense too early, which may stain the clothes.

NOTE

•Do not pour fabric softener directly onto the clothes in the wash drum, doing so will cause dark staining on the clothes that will be difficult to remove.

•Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent drawer for more than 1 day. Fabric softener may harden. Softener may remain in the dispenser if it is too thick. The softener should be diluted if the consistency is too thick so that it can flow easily.

•Do not open the drawer when water is being supplied during the wash.

•Solvents (benzene, etc.) must never be used.

Adding Water Softener

A water softener, such as anti-limescale can be used to cut down on the use of detergent in areas with high water hardness level.

•First add detergent, and then the water softener. Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging.

Adding Detergent Tablets

Detergent tablets can also be used when washing.

1 Open the door and put detergent tablets into the drum before loading the clothes.

2 Load the clothes into the drum and close the door.

NOTE

• Do not put tablets into the dispenser.

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Programme Table

Washing Programme

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Cotton		40	(Cold to 95 )		Max. Load: Rating
Description	Washes normally soiled clothes by combining various drum motions.
	• Pressing the Start/Pause button without selecting a programme will cause the
	Cotton programme to begin immediately, using the default settings.
Eco 40-60		40	(40 to 60 )		Max. Load: Rating
Description	Washes normally soiled cotton clothes declared to be washable at 40 or 60 .
Mixed Fabric		40	(Cold to 60 )		Max. Load 4 kg
Description	Washes mixed fabrics simultaneously.
	• Use for various kind of fabrics except special garments (silk/delicate, sports wear,
	dark clothes, wool, duvet/curtains).
Easy Care		40	(Cold to 60 )		Max. Load 4 kg
Description	Washes clothes that do not need ironing after washing.
	• Use for Polyamide, acrylic, polyester.
Silent Wash		40	(Cold to 60 )		Max. Load 5 kg
Description	Washes clothes with less noise and vibration than other washing programmes.
	• Use for lightly soiled white cotton (underwear).
Hygiene		60			Max. Load 4 kg
Description	Washes clothes at a high temperature.
Baby Care		60			Max. Load 4 kg
Description	Washes baby clothes with gentle motion and better performance.
Delicates		20	(Cold to 40 )		Max. Load 3 kg
Description	Washes machine-washable lingerie, sheer and lacy clothes.

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Hand/Wool		30 (Cold to 40 )	Max. Load 2 kg
Description	Washes hand-washable and machine-washable delicate clothes such as washable
	wool, lingerie, dresses etc.
	• Use detergent for machine washable woolens

Sportswear		40 (Cold to 40 )			Max. Load 3 kg
Description	Washes special garments like sports and outdoor wear.
	• Use for water-repellent fabric laminate used on clothing.
Speed 14		20 (20 to 40 )			Max. Load 2 kg
Description	Washes small loads of lightly soiled clothes for approximately 14 minutes.
Duvet		Cold (Cold to 40 )		Max. Load 2.5 kg (1 down
					duvet)
Description	Washes large items such as bed covers, pillows, sofa covers, etc.
Tub Clean		-			-
Description	This function helps clean the inside of your appliance's tub.
Rinse+Spin		-			Max. Load: Rating
Description	Rinses and spins clothes. Use fabric softener if needed.

NOTE

•Set program at “Eco 40-60, Intensive + 60 + 1400 rpm” option for test in conformity with IEC60456.

•Select the appropriate water temperature for chosen wash programme. Always follow garment manufacturer’s care label or instructions when washing to avoid damage to clothes.

•Select the proper wash temperature and spin speed for the desired programmes.

•Actual water temperature may differ from the declared cycle temperature.

•Neutral detergent is recommended.

Extra Options

NOTE

• Rinse+, Delay End and Add Item options can be selected for every washing programme in this table.

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Programme

Intensive

Pre Wash

Cotton

#

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Eco 40-60

#

#

Mixed Fabric

#

#

Easy Care

#

#

Silent Wash

#

Hygiene

#

Baby Care

#

Delicates

#

Hand/Wool

#

Sportswear

#

Speed 14

Duvet

#

Selectable Maximum Spin Speed

Programme

Spin Speed

Default

Available

Cotton

1400 rpm

All

Eco 40-60

1400 rpm

All

Mixed Fabric

1000 rpm

All

Easy Care

1400 rpm

All

Silent Wash

800 rpm

Up to 1000 rpm

Hygiene

1400 rpm

All

Baby Care

1000 rpm

Up to 1000 rpm

Delicates

800 rpm

Up to 800 rpm

Hand/Wool

800 rpm

Up to 800 rpm

Sportswear

800 rpm

Up to 800 rpm

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	Programme		Spin Speed
		Default		Available
Speed 14		400 rpm		All
Duvet		1000 rpm		Up to 1000 rpm

NOTE

•Actual maximum spin speed may vary depending on the load conditions. The values above are rounded to the nearest hundred.

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Extra Options and Functions

You can use the extra options and functions to customize the programmes.

Customizing a Washing Programme

Each programme has default settings that are selected automatically. You may also customize these settings using these buttons.

Temp.

This button selects the wash temperature for the selected programme.

•Press the Temp. button until the desired setting is lit.

•Select the water temperature suitable for the type of load you are washing. Follow the garment fabric care labels for best results.

Spin

The spin intensity level can be selected by pressing this button repeatedly.

• Press the Spin button to select spin speed.

3 Add detergent.

4 Select a washing programme.

5 Customize the washing programme (Temp.,

Spin, Rinse+ and Intensive) as necessary.

6 Press the Start/Pause button.

Only Using a Spin Function

1 Prepare the clothes and load the drum.

2 Press the Power button.

•Do not select a washing programme and do not add a detergent.

3 Press the Spin button.

4 Press the Start/Pause button.

NOTE

NOTE

•If No is selected by pressing the Spin button, it will still rotate for a short time to drain quickly.

Rinse+

This function is recommended for people with detergent allergies.

• Press the Rinse+ button for adding rinse once.

Intensive

This function is used to wash normal and heavily soiled clothes.

• Press the Intensive button.

Follow the next steps to customize a washing programme:

1 Prepare the clothes and load the drum.

2 Press the Power button.

•If you select the washing programme, you will be unable to select a spin only. If this occurs, press Power button twice to cycle the machine off and back on.

Using Basic Options

You can customize the programmes by using the following basic options:

Pre Wash

This option is recommended when washing a heavily soiled load.

1 Press the Power button.

2 Select a washing programme.

3 Press the Pre Wash button as necessary.

4 Press the Start/Pause button.

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Add Item

You can use this option in order to add or remove clothes after the washing programme has started.

1 Press the Power button.

2 Select a washing programme.

3 Press the Start/Pause button.

4 Press the Add Item button as necessary.

5 Open the door after it unlocks itself and add or remove necessary clothing items.

6 Close the door and press the Start/Pause button.

NOTE

•For safety reasons, the door remains locked when the water level or temperature inside of the drum is high. It is not possible to add clothes at this time.

Delay End

You can set this function so that the appliance starts automatically and finishes after a specified time interval.

1 Press the Power button.

2 Select a washing programme.

3 Press the Delay End button as necessary.

4 Press the Start/Pause button.

NOTE

•Except for LED of the Delay End button, all LEDs on the control panel will be turned off within 20 minutes. This feature may vary depending on the model purchased.

•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, clothes and other factors.

•To cancel the function, the Power button should be pressed.

•Avoid using liquid detergent for this function.

Settings

Child Lock

Use this option to disable the controls. This function can prevent children from changing cycles or operating the appliance.

NOTE

•Once this function is set, all buttons are locked except the Power button.

•When the controls are locked, [L and the remaining time are alternatively shown on the display during the wash while this function is engaged.

•Turning off the power will not reset this function. You must deactivate this function before you can access any other functions.

Locking the Control Panel

1 Turn on the power.

2 Press and hold the Delay End and Add Item buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to activate this function.

•A beeper will sound, and CL will appear on the display.

Unlocking the Control Panel

1 Turn on the power.

2 Press and hold the Delay End and Add Item buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to deactivate this function.

Beep On/Off

This appliance plays a melody when it starts and stops.

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•Press and hold the Rinse+ and Pre Wash buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate/activate this function.

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SMART FUNCTIONS

LG ThinQ Application

The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone.

LG ThinQ Application Feature

Communicate with the appliance from a smartphone using the convenient smart features.

Smart Diagnosis

This function provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance based on the pattern of use.

Installing the LG ThinQ Application

Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smartphone. Follow instructions to download and install the application.

Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues

Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.

•Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the LG ThinQ application.

1 Press the Power button to turn on the appliance.

• Do not press any other buttons.

2 Place the mouthpiece of your smartphone close to the c or d logo.

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Max		Max
10	mm	10	mm

Smart Diagnosis

This feature is only available on models with the c or d logo.

Use this feature to help you diagnose and solve problems with your appliance.

NOTE

•For reasons not attributable to LGE’s negligence, the service may not operate due to external factors such as, but not limited to, Wi-Fi unavailability, Wi-Fi disconnection, local app store policy, or app unavailability.

•The feature may be subject to change without prior notice and may have a different form depending on where you are located.

3 Press and hold the Temp. button for 3 seconds or longer while holding the smartphone mouthpiece to the logo until the data transfer is complete.

•Keep the smartphone in place until the data transfer has finished. Time remaining for data transfer is displayed.

4 After the data transfer is complete, the diagnosis will be displayed in the application.

NOTE

•For best results, do not move the smartphone while the tones are being transmitted.