LG WD-1213FD Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

WASHING MACHINE

WD-1213FD

P/No.: MFL48165968

www.lg.com

Please read this manual carefully before operating

your washing machine and retain it for future reference.

ontents

Contents....................................2

Product feature.........................3

Warnings

Important safety instructions .................4

Save these instructions.........................4

Specification.............................5

Installation

Transit bolts ..........................................6

Removing transit bolts ..........................6

Installation place requirement ...............7

Positioning ............................................7

Electrical connection .............................8

Connecting water supply hose..............9

Installation of drain hose .....................11

Level adjustment.................................12

Care before washing

Before the first washing ......................14

Caring before washing ........................14

Adding detergent

Adding detergent and fabric softener..15

How to use washer

Washing program table.......................17

Control Panel ......................................18

Additional program..............................19

- Power..............................................19

- Program ..........................................19

- Start/Pause .....................................20

- Door Lock .......................................20

- Detecting.........................................20

- Wash...............................................20

- Child Lock .......................................21

- Rinse...............................................21

- Spin.................................................22

- Water Temperature.........................22

- Add Load ........................................23

- Time Delay......................................23

- Tub Clean .......................................24

- Display ............................................25

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

Maintenance

The water inlet filter.............................26

The drain pump filter ...........................27

Dispenser drawer................................28

The drawer recess ..............................28

The washing drum ..............................28

The water circulation nozzle & steam

nozzle..................................................29

Cleaning your washer .........................29

Winterizing instructions .......................29

Troubleshooting guide

Diagnosing problems ..........................30

Error messages...................................33

Using SMARTDIAGNOSIS™..............34

Terms of warranty ..................35

roduct Feature

 Direct Drive System

The advanced Brushless DC motor directly drives the drum without

belt and pulley.

 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.

 Water Circulation

Sprays detergent solution and water onto the load over and over.

Clothes are soaked more quickly and thoroughly during wash cycle.

The detergent suds can be removed more easily by the water shower

during rinse cycle. The water circulation system uses both water and

detergent more efficiently.

 Tilted Drum and Extra Large Door Opening

Tilted drum and extra large opening make it possible to load

and unload clothing more easily.

 Embossing drum & waved lifter

Embossing drum enhances the washing performance and reduces

clothes damage.The waved lifter spray and help clothes to enhance

washing performance during the washing cycle.

 Automatic Wash Load Detection

Automatically detects the load and optimizes the washing time.

 Built-in Heater

Internal heater helps to maintain water temperature at its optimum level

for selected cycles.

 Child Lock

The Child lock prevents children from pressing any button to change the

settings during operation.

추가선택, 예약,

arnings

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,

personal injury, or loss of life.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND EXPLANATION OF THE INSTALLATION BEFORE USE

WARNING!

❊ Do not push down the door excessively, when washer door open.

This could topple over 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.

• 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 user-repair instructions that you

understand and have the skills to carry out.

• Keep the area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials such as lint,

paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is

used by or near children. Do not allow children to

play on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.

• 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.

• Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until

the drum has completely stopped.

• 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 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.

• 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 the machine runs high temperature, the front

door may be very hot. Don’t touch it.

• 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 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.

• When a product was under water, Please call

service center. The risk of electric shock and fire.

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 or otherwise defeat the grounding plug.

• If you don’t have the proper outlet, consult an electrician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer,

follow basic precautions, including the following:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING : Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of 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.

pecification

 Name : Front loading washing machine

 Power supply : 220-240 V~, 50 Hz

 Size : 645 mm(W) x 770 mm(D) x 940 mm(H)

 Weight : 77 kg

 Wash capacity : 13 kg

 Max. Watt : 2200 W

0.4 W (The off-mode, The left-on mode)

 Spin speed : Extra Low / Low / Medium / High / Extra High

 Water consumption : 156

 Permissible water pressure : 100 - 1000 kPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf / cm

)

❋ The appearance and specifications may be varied without notice to improve the units quality.

❋ Specifications subject to change by manufacturer.



Accessories

Drum

Drain Pump Filter

Drain Plug

Door

Adjustable Feet

Drain Hose

Control Panel

Lower cover cap

Shipping Bolts

Power Plug

• If the supply cord is damaged,

it must be replaced by the

manufacturer or its authorized

service technician in order to

avoid a hazard.

Inlet Hose

Dispenser

Inlet hose (1EA) Spanner

nstallation

1. To prevent internal damage during

transport, the special 4 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.

3. Take out the 4 bolts along with the

rubber bungs by slightly twisting the

bung. Keep the 4 bolts and the spanner

for future use.

• Whenever the appliance is transported,

the transit bolts must be refitted.

The appliance is fitted with transit bolts to prevent internal damage during transport.

• Packing and all transit bolts must be

removed before using the washer.

󳢹 When unpacking the base, be sure to

remove the additional packing support

in the middle of the base packing.

2. Unscrew the 4 bolts with

the spanner supplied.

4. Close the holes with the caps supplied.



Transit bolts

Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the

weather.

Properly ground washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.

The base opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when the washing machine is installed on

a carpeted floor.

In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other

vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in clean

condition at all times.

Any damage which may be cause by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the

appliance guarantee.



Removing transit bolts

Washer

Base Packing

Packing Support

nstallation

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, door and floor modeling is required.

(10cm : rear / 2cm : right & left side)

Do not place or store laundry products on top of

washer at any times.

They can damage the finish or controls.

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Installation place requirement



Positioning

Install the washer on a flat hard floor.

Make sure that air circulation around the washer is not impeded by carpets,rug etc.

• Before placing the washer on tiles, apply a rubber mat under the feet.

• 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 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 the work-top.

• The installation instructions shall state that the openings must not be obstructed by a carpet if it

has ventilation openings in the base.

Washer

Drain Hose

Laundry

Tub

approx.

2cm

nstallation

1. Do not use an extension cord or double adapter.

2. 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.

3. Always unplug the machine and turn off the water supply after use.

4. Connect the machine to an earthed socket in accordance with current wiring regulations.

5. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible.

• Repairs to the washing machine must only be carried out 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 temperatures 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 : Store the

washing machine at room temperature for a few hours before putting it into operation.



Electrical connection

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 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 this appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord

extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to

splashing or ingress of moisture.

CAUTION

This 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.

CAUTION

nstallation

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 / cm

• 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

nstallation

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.

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.

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.

After connecting inlet hose to

water tap, turn on the water taps

to flush out foreign substances

(dirt, sand or sawdust) in the

water lines. Let water drain into a

bucket, and check the water

temperature.

nstallation

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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.

• Proper securing of the drain hose will protect

the floor from damage due to water leakage.

• When the drain hose is too long, do not force

back into the washer. This will cause

abnormal noise, malfunction, and water

leakage.

• When installing the drain hose to a sink,

secure it tightly with a string.

• Proper securing of the drain hose will

protect the floor from damage due to water

leakage should the drain hose become

loose.

This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use mobile installations such as

caravans, aircraft etc.

Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday),

especially if there is no floor drain(gully) in the immediate vicinity.

When disposing of the appliance, cut off the mains cable, and destroy the Plug.

Disable the door lock to prevent young children being trapped inside.

Packaging material (e.g. Films, Styrofoam) can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of

suffocation ! Keep all packaging well away from children

about 100 cm

Laundry tub

Hose

Retainer

Tie

strap

max. 100cm

min. 60cm

max. 100cm

min. 60cm

about 105 cm

max. 100 cm

min. 60 cm

about 145 cm

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