LG F4V509WSE Owner’s Manual

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.

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F4V509W*

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MFL71712877
Rev.04_040921	Copyright © 2020-2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT....................................................................	8
INSTALLATION
Parts and Specifications ..................................................................................	10
Installation Place Requirements ....................................................................	12
Unpacking the Appliance ................................................................................	13
Levelling the Appliance ...................................................................................	14
Connecting the Water Supply Hose...............................................................	15
Installing the Drain Hose ................................................................................	16
OPERATION
Operation Overview.........................................................................................	17
Control Panel ....................................................................................................	19
Preparing the Wash Load ...............................................................................	21
Adding Detergents and Softeners .................................................................	21
Programme Table ............................................................................................	24
Extra Options and Functions ..........................................................................	29
SMART FUNCTIONS
LG ThinQ Application.......................................................................................	32
Smart Diagnosis ...............................................................................................	35
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning After Every Wash..............................................................................	36
Cleaning the Appliance Periodically & Performing an Emergency Water
Evacuation.........................................................................................................	37
TROUBLESHOOTING

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

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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 can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lackofexperienceandknowledgeif theyhavebeengivensupervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the

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appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

•Childrenoflessthan3yearsshouldbekeptawayunlesscontinuously supervised.

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

•Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by a carpet.

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

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

•The 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

9 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.

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

•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. ENGLISH

•This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipmentearthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate 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.

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•Donotleavetheappliancedoorop en.Childrenmayhangonthedoor or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.

•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 thehome,donottouchtheapplianceorpowerplugandventilatethe 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.

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

•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. ENGLISH

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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CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Environmental and Economical Tips

Energy and water consumption

•Water consumption and energy usage can be affected by the weight of the load. To make the best use of your appliance, load the maximum amount of dry clothes for the particular programme.

•The most efficient programmes in terms of energy consumption are generally those that perform at lower temperatures and longer duration.

•Noiseandremainingmoisturecontentareinfluencedbythespinning speed: the higher the spinning speed in the spinning phase, the higher the noise and the lower the remaining moisture content.

•Evenly loading laundry up to the capacity indicated by the manufacturer for the respective programmes will contribute to energy and water savings.

•For washing smaller amounts of clothes, the automatic load recognition system will help reduce the amount of water and energy usage.

•Use the Speed programme for small, lightly soiled loads.

•Cold water laundry detergents can be as effective at lower temperatures (about 20 ). Using 20 settings will use less energy than 30 or higher temperatures.

Detergent

•Detergent should be chosen according to type, colour, soiling of the fabricandthewashingtemperature. Andit shouldbe usedaccording to the instruction of the detergent manufacturer. Use only detergents that are suitable for Drum (front load) type washers.

•Use less detergent on smaller loads.

-Partial load: 1/2 of the normal amount.

-Minimum load: 1/3 of full load.

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Selecting Extra Options and Functions

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load.

Disposal of Your Old Appliance

•This crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that waste electrical and electronic products (WEEE) should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream.

•Old electrical products can contain hazardous substances so correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. Your old appliance may contain reusable parts that could be used to repair other products, and other valuable materials that can be recycled to conserve limited resources.

•You can take your appliance either to the shop where you purchased the product, or contact your local government waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE collection point. For the most up to date information for your country, please see www.lg.com/global/recycling.

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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 This feature is only available on some models.

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a Cold Supply Hose*1	c Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes*1
b Spanner	d Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose*1

Specifications

Model	F4V509W*
Power Supply	220‒240 V~, 50 Hz
Product Weight	63kg

Dimension(mm)

W	D’’
	D’
	D

H

W	600	D	565	H	850
D'	615	D''	1100

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Installation Place Requirements

Beforeinstallingtheappliance,checkthefollowing information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place.

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,aninsulation(850X600mm)coveredwith 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 easilyaccessibleforanengineerintheeventofa breakdown.

•Wheninstallingtheappliance,adjustallfourfeet using the transit bolt spanner provided to ensure the appliance is stable.

Floor Installation

Toensuresufficientclearanceforwaterinlethoses, 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

WARNING

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

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.Timberorsuspendedtypeflooringmay 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

•Repairstotheappliance mustonlybecarriedout 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.

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•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 thecartonbase b,alwaysprotectthesideofthe appliance and lay it carefully on its side. Do not lay the appliance on its front or back.

Removing the Transit Bolt Assemblies

Topreventtheappliancefromseverevibrationand breakage, remove transit bolts and retainers.

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

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

3Install 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 contributetoexcessivevibrationandunbalance. 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.

1Turn 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 NOTE

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

•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.

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

3Secure the levelling feet with the lock nuts b byturninganti-clockwiseagainstthebottomof the appliance.

4Check 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.

Connecting the Water Supply Hose

Note for Connection

is more than 800 kPa, a decompression device should be installed.

•Periodically check the condition of the water supplyhoseand replace th ewatersupplyhoseif 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.

Checking the Rubber Seal

Two rubber seals a are 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.

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. Hand tighten only with the aid of a soft

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•Water pressure must be between 50 kPa and 800 kPa (0.5‒8.0 kgf/cm²). If the water pressure

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cloth. Do not overtighten the supply hose with any mechanical device.

NOTE

•After connecting the water inlet hose to the water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out foreignsubstances(dirt,sand,sawdust,andetc.) in the water lines. Let the water drain into a bucket, and check the water temperature.

Connecting the Hose to the Appliance

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

•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 casethatthetapissquareortoobig,removethe 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 100cm abovethefloor.Waterintheappliancemay not drain or may drain slowly.

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

105cm

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

•Wheninstallingthedrainhosetoasink,secureit tightly with string.