LG FH4A8JDS, FH2A8JDS User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
WASHING MACHINE
FH4A8JDS(0~9)
FH2A8JDS(0~9)
MFL69040403
www.lg.com
Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully.
This will simplify installation and ensure that the washer is
installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near
the washer after installation for future reference.
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Contents....................................2
Product Features......................3
Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions .................4
Basic safety precautions .......................5
Save these instructions.........................7
Specifications...........................8
Installation
Removing packing ................................9
Removing transit bolts ..........................9
Installation place requirements ...........10
Connecting water supply hose............12
Installation of drain hose .....................14
Leveling...............................................15
How to use washer
Operating washing machine ...............17
Care before washing...........................18
Washing program table.......................19
Extra options .......................................20
Operating data ....................................21
Control panel.......................................22
Additional program..............................23
- Time Delay........................................23
- Favorite.............................................23
- Pre Wash ..........................................23
- Steam (Wash and Softener) .............23
Options................................................24
- Medic Rinse ......................................24
- Wash.................................................24
- Temp.................................................24
- Rinse.................................................24
- Spin...................................................24
- Rinse+Spin ......................................24
Other functions....................................24
- Spin Only .........................................24
Child Lock ...........................................25
Beep On/Off ........................................25
Tub Clean ...........................................26
Door Lock & Detecting ........................26
Before using the Tag On function
Turning on the NFC function of the
smart phone ........................................27
The Tag On guide ...............................28
Thank you for buying a LG Fully
Automatic Washing Machine.
Please read your owner’s manual
carefully, it provides instruction on safe
installation, use and maintenance.
Retain it for future reference.
Record the model and serial number of
your washing machine.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Regulation...............................28
Adding detergent
Adding detergent and fabric softener..29
Maintenance
The water inlet filter.............................31
The drain pump filter ...........................32
Dispenser drawer................................33
The washing drum ..............................34
Cleaning your washer .........................34
Cold conditions ...................................34
Troubleshooting guide
Diagnosing problems ..........................35
Error messages...................................37
Using SmartDiagnosis™.....................38
Terms of warranty ..................39
Operating Data........................40
Contents
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Product Features
추가선택 예약
Inverter Direct Drive system
The advanced Brushless DC motor directly drives the drum without
belt and pulley.
Low noise speed control system
By sensing the amount of load and balance, it evenly distributes load
to minimize the spinning noise level.
Child Lock
The Child Lock prevents children from pressing any button to change
the settings during operation.
More economical with Intelligent Wash system
Intelligent Wash System detects the size of load and water temperature,
and then determines the optimum water level and washing time to
minimize energy and water consumption.
Turbo Wash
Wash cycle in under 1 hour with energy and water saving.
(based on half of laundry)
Tag on
This is a function that may use Diagnosis, Download Cycle, Washing
Coach, One Touch Washing, etc. when you touch the Tag On logo of
the washing machine by using your smartphone with NFC.
6 Motion
Washer is able to perform various drum actions or a combination of
different actions depending on the wash program selected.
Combined with a controlled spin speed and the ability of the drum to
rotate both left and right, the wash performance of the machine is
greatly improved, giving you perfect results every time.
Auto Restart
Auto Restart allows the program to restart all by itself in case of power
failure. It does from the stage where it stopped.
SmartDiagnosis™
Should you experience any technical difficulty with your washing
machine, it has the capability of transmitting data by phone to the
Customer Information Center. The call center agent records the data
transmitted from your machine and uses it to analyze the issue,
providing a fast and effective diagnosis.
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Important safety instructions
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND EXPLANATION OF THE INSTALLATION
BEFORE USE.
WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
Your Safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER,
WARNING or CAUTION.
These words mean:
WARNING
You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance
of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
DANGER
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Important safety instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of personal
injury, adhere to all industry
recommended safety
procedures including the use
of long sleeved gloves and
safety glasses. Failure to follow
all of the safety warnings in this
manual could result in property,
personal injury or death.
• When the machine runs high
temperature, the front door
may be very hot. Don’t touch it.
• Never reach into washer while
it is moving. Wait until the drum
has completely stopped.
• To minimize the possibility of
electric shock, unplug this
appliance from the power
supply or disconnect the
washer at the household
distribution panel by removing
the fuse or switching off the
circuit breaker before
attempting any maintenance or
cleaning.
• When a product was under
water, Please call service
center. There is a risk of electric
shock and fire.
• Do not wash or dry articles that
have been cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive
substances (such as wax, oil,
paint, gasoline, degreasers,
dry-cleaning solvents,
kerosene, etc.) which may
ignite or explode. Oil may
remain in the tub after a whole
cycle resulting in fire during
drying.
So, do not load oiled clothes.
• Keep the area underneath and
around your appliances free of
combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Keep small animals away from
the appliance.
• Do not leave the washer door
open.
An open door could entice
children to hang on the door or
crawl inside the washer.
• Before installation, check
exterior damages. If it has, do
not install.
• Do not install or store the
washer where it will be
exposed to the weather.
■ Basic safety precautions
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Important safety instructions
■ Basic safety precautions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
WARNING
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not repair or replace any
part of the washer or attempt
any servicing unless
specifically recommended in
the user-maintenance
instructions or published userrepair instructions that you
understand and have the skills
to carry out.
• The laundry process can reduce
the flame retardant of fabrics. To
avoid such a result, carefully
follow the garment
manufacturer’s wash and care
instructions.
• Do not slam the washer door
closed or try to force the door
open when locked. This could
result in damage to the washer.
• When unplugging power cord,
do not pull out by grasping the
cord. Otherwise, the power cord
may be damaged.
• Never attempt to operate this
appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing
or broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
• Before discarding an old
machine unplug it. Render the
plug useless. Cut off the cable
directly behind the appliance to
prevent misuse.
• Do not push down the door
excessively, when washer door
open. This could topple over the
washer.
• The new hose-sets supplied
with the appliance are to be
used and that old hose-sets
should not be reused.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
• 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.
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Important safety instructions
■ Basic safety precautions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
WARNING
■ Save these instructions
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in
electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the appliance - if it does not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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 cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinance.
• Do not use an adapter this will defeat the grounding plug.
• If you don’t have the proper outlet, consult an electrician.
WARNING
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.
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Specifications
■ Name : Front loading washing machine
■ Power supply : 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz
■ Size : 600 mm (W) 640 mm (D) 850 mm (H)
■ Weight : 70 kg
■ Max.Watt : 2100 W (Wash) / 1100 W (Steam)
0.45 W (The off-mode, The left-on mode)
■ Wash capacity : 10 kg
■ Permissible water pressure : 100 - 1000 kPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf / cm
2
)
The appearance and specifications may vary without notice to improve the quality of the unit.
(For detergent and
fabric softener)
Drawer
Drain hose
Transit bolts
Power plug
Control panel
Drain pump filter
Cover cap
• If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agents
or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
Drum
Door
Drain plug
Adjustable feet
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Accessories
Inlet hose Spanner
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■ Removing packing
1. Remove the cardboard box and
styrofoam packing.
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 from the drum.
1. Unscrew the 4 bolts with the spanner
supplied.
2. Take out the 4 bolts along with the
rubber bungs by slightly twisting the
bung.
3. Close the holes with the caps supplied.
To prevent internal damage during transport, the 4 special bolts are locked.
Before operating the washer, remove the bolts along with the rubber bungs.
If they are not removed, it may cause heavy vibration, noise and malfunction.
■ Removing transit bolts
Transit bolt
Installation
WARNING
• Packaging material (e.g. Films, Styrofoam) can be dangerous for children.
There is a risk of suffocation ! Keep all packaging well away from children.
NOTE
• Keep the spanner provided for
future use.
NOTE
• Keep the transit bolts for future use.
Spanner
Washer
Base Packing
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Installation
Washer
approx.
2cm
• Level floor :
Allowable slope under entire washer is 1˚
• Power outlet :
Must be within 1.5 meters of either side of location of washer.
Do not overload the outlet with more than one appliance.
• Additional Clearance :
For Wall, 10cm:rear / 2cm : right & left side
Do not place or store laundry products on top of washer at
any time.
They can damage the finish or controls.
■ Installation place requirements
Positioning
Location
• Install the washer on a flat hard floor.
• Make sure that air circulation around the washer 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 washer.
• If it is impossible to avoid positioning the washer next to a gas cooker or coal burning stove,an
insulating(85x60cm) covered with aluminum foil on the side facing the cooker or stove,must be inserted
between the two appliance.
• The washer must not be installed in rooms where the temperature can drop below 0°C.
• Please ensure that when the washer is installed, it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a
breakdown.
• With the washer installed, adjust all four feet using the transit bolt spanner provided ensuring the appliance
is stable, and a clearance of approximately 20mm is left between the top of the washer and the underside of
any work-top.
• This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in a mobile installations such as caravans,
aircraft etc.
• Do not use an extension cord or double adapter.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agents or similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Always unplug the machine and turn off the water supply after use.
• Connect the machine 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 washing machine must only be carried out by qualified personnel.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your
local service center
• Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperature below freezing 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 the winter months and temperatures are below freezing : Place the
washing machine at room temperature for a few hours before putting it into operation.
Electrical connection
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BS plug safety details (for U.K. user)
Important
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
This appliance must be earthed.
Green and
Yellow(Earth)
Brown(Live)
Blue(Neutral)
Fuse
Cord grip
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured Green or Green and Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter
N or coloured Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter L or coloured Red.
If a 13 amp (BS 1363) plug is used, fit a 13 amp BS 1362 fuse.
E
L
N
Installation
CAUTION
CAUTION concerning the Power cord
• Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single
outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch
circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain.
• Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets,
extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are
dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in an electric shock or fire.
• Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates
damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord
replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.
• Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,
kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs,
wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance.
If the appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or an electrical portable outlet
device, The cord extension set on electrical portable outlet device must be positioned
so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.
CAUTION
• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with appliance.
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Installation
1. Unscrew the adapter ring plate and the 4
adapter retaining screws.
2. Push the adapter onto the end of the tap
so that the rubber seal forms a watertight
connection. Tighten the adapter ring plate
and the 4 screws.
3. Push the water supply hose vertically
upwards so that the rubber packing within
the hose can adhere completely to the
tap and then tighten it by screwing it to
the right.
• Water supply pressure must be between 100 kPa and 1000 kPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf / cm2).
• Do not strip or crossthread when connecting inlet hose to the valve.
• If the water supply pressure is more than 1000 kPa, a decompression device should be installed.
• Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary.
Type-A : Connecting Screw-type hose to tap with thread
• Screw the hose connector onto water
supply tap.
■ Connecting water supply hose
Step1 : Check rubber seal inlet hose
Step2 : Connect hose to water tap
• 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.
Upper
connector
Rubber
packing
Plate
Water supply
hose
Fixing screw
Hose
connector
Rubber
seal
Type-B : Connecting Screw-type hose to tap without thread
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1. Unscrew the adapter ring plate and
the 4 adapter retaining screws.
2. Remove the guide plate if the tap is
too large to fit the adapter.
3. Push the adapter onto the end of
the tap so that the rubber seal forms
a watertight connection.
Tighten the adapter ring plate and
the 4 screws.
4. Pull the connector latch plate down,
push the inlet hose onto the adapter,
and release the connector latch plate.
Make sure the adapter locks into place.
Please use the horizontal tap
Horizontal tap Extension tap Square tap
Ring plate
Guide plate
Latch plate
Type-C : Connecting one touch type hose to tap without thread
Step3: Connect hose to washer
• Make sure that there are no kinks in the
hose and that they are not crushed.
When your washer has two valves.
• The Inlet hose which has red connector is
for the hot water tap.
• If the washer has two valves, the energy is
saved by using hot valve.
Installation
NOTE
• After completing connection, if water leaks from the hose, repeat the same steps.
Use the most conventional type of faucet for water supply. In case the faucet is square or
too big, remove the spacing ring before inserting the faucet into the adaptor.
NOTE
• After connecting inlet hose to water
tap, turn on the water tap to flush
out foreign substances (dirt, sand or
sawdust) in the water lines. Let
water drain into a bucket, and
check the water temperature.
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Installation
Installation of drain hose
• The drain hose should not be placed
higher than 100 cm above the floor.
Water in the washer does not drain or
drains 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
back into the washer.
This will cause abnormal noise.
• 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.
about 100 cm
about 145 cm
about 105 cm
max. 100 cm
Hose
Retainer
Tie strap
Laundry tub
max. 100 cm
max. 100 cm
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•
Diagonal Check
When pushing down the edges of the
washing machine top plate diagonally,
the machine should not move up and down
at all (Please, check both directions). If
machine rocks when pushing the machine
top plate diagonally, adjust the feet again.
2. 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)
1. Leveling the washing machine properly
prevents excessive noise and vibration.
Install the appliance on a solid and level
floor surface, preferably in a corner of the
room.
■ Leveling
•
Once the washer is level, tighten the lock
nuts up towards the base of the washer.
All lock nuts must be tightened.
Raise Lower
Lock
Nut
Tighten all 4
locknuts securely
Installation
NOTE
• Timber or suspended type flooring
may contribute to excessive
vibration and unbalance.
NOTE
• If the washing machine is installed on a raised platform, it must be securely fastened in
order to eliminate the risk of falling off.
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