LG LD-F6810BB, LD-F6810WW User Manual

1-800-243-0000

24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE

Dishwasher

MODEL: LDF6810WW/LDF6810BB/LDF6810ST

DISHWASHER FEATURES

D ISHWASHER FEATURES

■ Ultra Big Capacity

If you raise the Upper Rack, you can load large dishes in the Lower Rack. (Max. 14 in.)

The tall tub provides large dishes loading as well as large capacity.

LG dishwashers let you load oversized items in the Lower and Upper Rack.

■ Slim Direct Inverter Motor

Newly introduced Slim Direct Inverter motor is inverter-controlled. Speed is controlled based on program selection. It also offers high energy efficiency to minimize energy loss.

■ Hybrid Drying System

	Dry	This is one of the best performance solutions for drying dishes because it
		minimizes venting humid air to the outside of the dishwasher. In addition, this
	Air
	Moist	system ensures better drying results compared to the condensing drying
	Air
		system.

Mixed

Air

■ Vario Spray System

to Upper Arm

to Lower Arm

Because of alternating water spray between the Upper and Lower Rack, the water pressure allows superior performance and reduced consumption of water and electricity.

■ Self Cleaning Filter

Soil Sensor	For best wash results, the self-cleaning filter system continuously cleans the
	water as it circulates. Your LG dishwasher has a self-cleaning filter that grinds
to Drain	food into small particles before it goes down the drain.
Fine Mesh

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C ONTENTS

PART 1. SAFETY AND CAUTION .......................................................................................	3~6
PART 2. PARTS OF YOUR DISHWASHER .............................................................................	7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PART 3. FUNCTIONS OF CONTROL PANEL .....................................................................	8~9
PART 4. USING YOUR DISHWASHER .............................................................................	10~14
PART 5. CARE & MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................	15
PART 6. OPERATING SEQUENCE ........................................................................................	16
PART 7. PROGRAM ................................................................................................................	17
PART 8. TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................	18

S AFETY AND CAUTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Serious injury or death may occur when not observing the following rules.

WARNING - To reduce any risk of electric shock, fire or other personal or property injury when using your dishwasher, please follow basic precautions, Including the following :

This manual contains very important notes regarding the installation, use and maintenance of your dishwasher.The manufacturer can not be responsible for problems caused by ignoring these safety and caution instructions.Read all instructions (manuals) carefully before using the dishwasher.

Use the dishwasher only for its intended function, or household use.

Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children.

The appliance is not intended for use by young children or unqualified persons without supervision.When loading items to be washed :

1)locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal ; and

2)load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.Do not tamper with controls.

Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on a dishwasher.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot-water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot-water faucets and let the water flow for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

Remove the door to the washing compartment when disposing of an old dishwasher.

CAUTION AND SAFETY

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SAFETY AND CAUTION

S AFETY AND CAUTION

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For a permanently connected dishwasher:

This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard

Do not put excessive downward force on the open door as this could cause damage to the unit. The dishwasher can be used on completion of the installation.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Not following these instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock.

Electrically ground dishwasher.

Connect ground wire to green ground connector in terminal box.

Do not use an extension cord.

WARNING Serious injury or death may occur when not observing the following Instructions.

Installation

Your Dishwasher is only for 120V.

Before electrical power connection, make sure cord is grounded and connected to a circuit breaker.

No grounding may cause breakdowns or electric shocks.

Do not install or store the dishwasher where it will be exposed to the weather.

It may cause an electric shock, fire, malfunctions and deformation.

Do not grasp the electrical cable or switch with wet hands. Do not use a damaged electrical cable, power plug or socket.

It may cause electric shock.

Disassembly or revision should be conducted by experienced service persons.

It may cause breakdowns, fire and electric shock.

Do not damage electrical cable itself or place heavy objects on the cable.

Electrical cable damage may cause fire and electric shock.

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S AFETY AND CAUTION

WARNING Serious injury or death may occur when not observing the following rules.

Use and Maintenance

Do not allow children or pets to play on the door or inside the dishwasher.

Do not allow children to hang on the door because the door may fling open and they may be injured.

Children may fall off. Pets or children may be

wounded by rotating parts or suffocated inside tub.

Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in or around dishwasher.

It may cause fire.

Do not splash water on to the dishwasher.

It may cause fire and electric shock.

Don't leave racks out of dishwasher.

Keep the dishwasher away from electric stove, candle and any inflammable objects.

It may cause melting of some parts or fire.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances should be connected to 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 (See page 7). 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 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 service person. 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.

Child Safety

Controls may be locked using Child Lock mode to prevent settings from being changed by children.Keep children away from detergents and rinse-aids.

Do not allow children to operate the dishwasher.

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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S AFETY AND CAUTION

CAUTION Injury, malfunction or poor performance may occur when not observing the following instruction.

Installation

Place dishwasher on even	After installation, make sure
and solid floor.	of hose connection.
Uneven surface may cause	Loosened connection may
abnormal noise.	cause water leakage
	leading to property damage.

Use and Maintenance

When dishwasher is not in use for a long time, close water valve.

It may cause water leakage.

Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children.

Improper detergents may cause malfunctions, electric shock or fire due to excessive suds.

Dishwasher should be unpacked and moved by 2 or more persons due to it’s of heavy weight.

Do not press the button with sharp edged devices like a screwdriver or a pin.

It may cause electric shock or malfunctions.