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Washing Machine
OWNER’S MANUAL
WD(M)-1436(0~9)TDK
WD(M)-1236(0~9)TDK
WD(M)-1036(0~9)TDK
Thank you for buying a
LG Fully Automatic Washing machine.
Please read your owner's manual carefully, it provides instructions on safe installation, use and maintenance. Retain it for future reference.
Record the model and serial numbers of your washing machine.
P roduct Features
■ Protection against creases
With the alternate rotation of the drum, creasing in the laundry is minimized.
■ More economical by Intelligent Wash System
Intelligent Wash System detects the amount of load and water temperature, and then determines the optimum water level and washing time to minimize energy and water consumption.
■ Child-Lock
The child-lock system is to be used for preventing children from pressing any button to change the program during operation.
■ Low noise speed control system
By sensing the amount of load and balance, it evenly distributes load to minimize the spinning noise level.
■ Built-in Heater
Internal heater automatically heats the water to the best temperature on selected cycles.
■ Direct Drive System
The advanced Brushless DC motor rotates the drum directly without belt and pulley.
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Warnings.................................................................................... |
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Specifications............................................................................. |
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Installation.................................................................................. |
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Care before washing................................................................ |
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Adding detergent ..................................................................... |
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Function................................................................................... |
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How to use washer .................................................................. |
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Maintenance ............................................................................ |
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Troubleshooting guide ............................................................. |
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Terms of Warranty................................................................... |
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W arnings
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND EXPLANATION OF THE INSTALLATION BEFORE USE
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize ! WARNING! the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage,
personal injury, or loss of life.
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:
•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.
Do not push down the door excessively, when washer door open. This could topple over the washer.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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.
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S pecifications
■ Name |
: Front loading washing machine |
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■ Power supply |
: 220-240V~,50Hz |
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■ Size |
: 600mm(W) 550mm(D) 850mm(H) |
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■ Weight/Max.Watt |
: 64kg / 2100W |
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■ Wash capacity |
: 7kg |
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■ Water consumption |
: 49ℓ(7ℓ/ kg) |
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■ Spin speed |
: No Spin/400/600/800/900/1000 |
[WD(M)-1036(0~9)TDK] |
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No Spin/400/600/800/1000/1200 |
[WD(M)-1236(0~9)TDK] |
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No Spin/400/600/800/1000/1400 |
[WD(M)-1436(0~9)TDK] |
■ Permissible water pressure |
: 0.3-10kgf/ (30-1000kPa) |
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The appearance and specifications may be varied without notice to raise the units quality.
■ Accessories
Inlet hose(1EA) |
Option : Hot/Cold(2EA) |
Spanner |
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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.
Transit bolts
The appliance is fitted with transit bolts to prevent internal damage during transport.
• Packing and all transit bolts must
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Packing Support |
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Removing transit bolts
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.
2. Unscrew the 4 bolts with the spanner supplied.
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.
4. Close the holes with the caps supplied.
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Installation place requirement
Drain Hose |
Washer |
Laundry |
Tub |
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, 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.
Positioning
Install the washer on a flat hard floor.
Make sure that air circulation around the washer is not impeded by carpets, rug 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 insulation(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.
•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.
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) |
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Brown(Live) |
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Fuse |
Blue(Neutral) |
L |
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Cord |
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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.
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■ Electrical connection
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 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 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 : Place the washing machine at room temperature for a few hours before putting it into operation.
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 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.
■Washing Machine is to be connected to the water mains using new hose-sets and that old hose-sets should not be used.
■Connecting water supply hose
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Water supply pressure must be between 30kPa and 1000kPa (0.3~10kgf/cm2)Don’t strip or crossthread when connecting Inlet hose to the valve.
If the water supply pressure is more than 1000kPa, a decompression device should be installed.
•Two rubber seals are supplied with the water inlet hoses. They are used for preventing water leaks.
•Make sure the connection to taps is tight enough.
•Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary.
•Make sure that there is no kink on the hose and that it is 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.
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.
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Normal Tap without thread & screw type inlet hose
1. Unscrew the fixing screw to attach the tap.
2. Push the connector up till the rubber packing is in tight contact with the tap. Then tighten the 4 screws.
3. Push the water supply hose vertically upwards so that the rubber packing within in the hose can adhere completely to the tap and then tighten it by screwing it to the right.
Normal Tap without thread & one touch type inlet hose (Single inlet models)
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contact with the tap. Then |
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Rubber |
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Fixing screw |
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3.Connect the water supply hose to the middle connector, pushing the plate down.
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Connector
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Water supply hose
Guide plate
Connector
Used the horizontal tap
Horizontal tap
Extension tap
Square tap
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Hose connector
Rubber seal
• Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose and that it is not crushed.
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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
Installation of drain hose
• When installing the drain hose sink, secure it tightly with a string.
• Proper securing of the drain hose will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.
•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.
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