Remote Laundry Monitor
and PLC Modem
OWNER’S MANUAL
RLM20K
RLM10
Thank you for buying a Remote Laundry Monitor and PLC Modem.
Please read your owner's manual carefully. Provides instructions on safe installation, use, and maintenance.
Retain it for future reference.
What is a Remote Laundry Monitor?
A Remote Laundry Monitor (RLM) is a small digital display unit that uses your home’s existing electrical wiring to receive information from your LG Washing Machine and Dryer in your laundry room and display it for you in any other location that you choose within your home.
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions |
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Components |
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Washing Machine (and/or) Dryer |
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Monitor |
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3. PLC Modem |
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Installation |
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PLC (Power Line Communication) Modem |
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RLM (Remote Laundry Monitor) |
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Setting Home Code |
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Home Code Clear |
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Monitor Display Explanation |
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Troubleshooting |
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Warranty |
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Important Safety Instructions
An Exclamation Mark inside a triangle is used in this manual to alert the reader to a situation of possible danger to the user and/or the equipment. Please read and be sure you understand these warnings.
This symbol is used to alert the user to an unsafe practice or condition which must not be permitted.
WARNING
of a hazard that could result in ty instruction is not observed.
CAUTION
of a hazard that could result in the safety instruction is not observed.
CAUTION
1 Connecting the Power
If the pins of the power plug are contaminated, wipe it clean.
It may cause electric shock or fire.
Always grasp the plug when you unplug the power cord.
Unplugging the power cord by pulling on the cord itself could damage the cord, resulting in overheating or fire.
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CAUTION
2 When Using Products
Do not install the monitor in an enclosed place. It must have unrestricted air flow.
Overheating may cause plastic components to deform and may even cause fire.
Do not install where the unit might get wet (near a bath tub or sink), or where it might be exposed to rain (on a patio or deck).
It may cause electric shock, fire, malfunction, or warpage.
Do not install the unit in a dusty environment.
It may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
It may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not cover the power cord with a rug.
If the covered power cord is damaged, it may cause fire or electric shock.
If the inside of the unit has been exposed to water, unplug the unit, then call the Service Center.
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WARNING
1 Connecting the Power
Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
This may result in electric shock.
If the power cord or plug is damaged, or the wall outlet is loose, do not use the unit.
A damaged power cord may cause fire or electric shock.
2 When Using Products
The unit should not be exposed to water.
This may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not store flammable materials near the unit. This includes gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paints, thinner, etc.
This can cause an explosion or fire.
Do not operate the unit with the cover removed.
This may cause the risk of fire or electric shock.
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WARNING
Do not place the power cord near a heating device.
The cover of the cord may melt, causing fire or electric shock.
Never place the unit near heat sources.
This may cause fire.
Stop using the unit if smoke or strange smell occurs.
If the unit is subsequently used, it may cause fire or electric shock.
If it occurs, unplug the unit and call an authorized service center.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit. Take the unit to an authorized service center when service is required.
If a gas leak occurs, do not touch the power plug or operate the equipment. Open a window to ventilate. Do not use your home or cellular telephone. Do not operate any switches or appliances.
Call the appropriate emergency personnel (911, fire, rescue, gas company) from a neighbor’s phone.
Install the unit by following the
Operating Instructions.
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Components
1Washing Machine (and/or) Dryer
1)Safety Cover (
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Safety Cover :
To be removed only when installing a PLC Modem.
Screw(2)
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Cover except when using the RLM.
Cover and be careful not to lose of the Safety Cover .
Cover, make sure two screws are reinstalled.
or installing Safety Cover.
instructions can damage your appliance for the user.
2) Housing ( 
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Housing :
The PLC Modem connector is protected by a plastic Safety Cover, which must be removed to install the modem. Leave the cover in place
if no modem is installed. Retain it for future use in the event the modem must be removed for repair or replacement.
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in the connector. into the Housing.
force or impact on the Housing. instructions can damage your appliance
for the user.
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2Monitor
1)The front of the Monitor
WASHER WASH RINSE SPIN
DRYER DRY COOLING
Washing Machine operating 
condition display
Digital LED Display
Dryer operating condition display
Button
Power Cord
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2) The Rear of the Monitor |
3) Hanger Holder |
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4) 2 Screws |
5) Monitor Stand |
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3PLC Modem
1)The front of the PLC Modem
PLC Modem
2) The rear of the PLC Modem
Gasket
Housing
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into the modem.
force or impact on the modem. the gasket when moving, installing Modem.
instructions can damage your dangerous for the user.
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Installation
PLC (Power Line Communication) Modem
The PLC (Power Line Communication) Modem is necessary in order to use the Remote Laundry Monitor.
1.Remove the 2 Screws of the Safety Cover on the rear of the Washing Machine or Dryer. (ref. Picture 1)
2.Place the PLC Modem into position on the appliance. (ref. Picture 2)
3.Secure the modem with the 2 screws removed from the safety cover (Refer to Picture 3).
4.Locate the Washing Machine or Dryer where you want.
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is unplugged from the power outlet cover and installing the modem.
force when installing the PLC Modem. gasket is in place when the modem is
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instructions can damage your modem and the user.
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RLM (Remote Laundry Monitor)
1.Unpack the Monitor parts.
2.(Wall mount) When installing the monitor attach the wall Hanger Holder with the supplied Screws (2EA) in the place you have chosen for the monitor. The Hanger Holder must be mounted securely (See Picture 1.)
3.Insert the monitor's hanger into the wall Hanger Holder (Picture 2) or the Monitor Stand (Picture 3).
4.Plug the monitor's power cord into an available outlet.
5.Turn on the Washing machine or Dryer with the assembled PLC modem.
6.Press the Monitor Button and hold it for 3 seconds.
(This is necessary the first time for setting the Home Code. For more information see Setting the Home Code on the next page.)
7.You can monitor the operating condition of the Washing Machine or Dryer.
NOTE: The RLM may take a minute or more to turn on after installation.
(Reference) Do not let the cord hang loosely or drape in the way where it can cause someone to trip or fall.
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