LG Electronics WD-3245RHD, WD-3243RHD User Manual

Washing Machine

OWNER'S MANUAL

WD-3243RHD WD-3245RHD

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roduct Feature

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Important Safety Information .....................................................3

Specification ..............................................................................4

Installation..................................................................................5

Preparation Before Washing....................................................10

Adding Detergent.....................................................................11

Cycles......................................................................................12

How To Use Sasher.................................................................13

Maintenance............................................................................20

Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................23

Warranty..................................................................................26

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Automatic Process From Washing To Drying.

Automatic process from washing to drying can be selected easily.

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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.

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Direct Drive System

The advanced Brushless DC motor rotates the drum directly without belt and pulley.

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Child-Lock

The Child-Lock system has been used to prevent children from pressing any button to change the program during operation.

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Low Noise Speed Control System

By sensing the amount of load and balance, it evenly distributes load to minimize the spinning noise level.

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Auto Restart

If the washing machine experiences a power failure, it will restart automatically from the place it stopped.

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TIME

DELAY

mportant Safety Information

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 BEFORE USE

WARNING!

• Read all instructions before using the washer.

• Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each 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.

• Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.

• Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to prevent children from hiding inside.

• 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.

• See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements.

• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials.

• Interior of washer and condensing duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

• ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer.

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your dryer, Items contaminated with cooking oils may

• Contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

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.

IMPORT ANT 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:

SA VE 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

Drain Hose

Power Plug

Control Panel

Door

Lower Cover Adjustable Feet

Emergency Door Release

(For detergent and

fabric softener)

Drawer

Drum

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.

Drain Pump Filter Drain Plug

 Name : Front-loading Washing Machine  Power supply : 120V~ 60Hz  Size : 23

(inches)

600

600 850 (mm)

 Weight : 156

lbs. (71 kg)

 Wash capacity : 1.96 cu. ft. (6.5 kg)  Dry capacity : 6

lbs. (3.0 kg)

 Max. Watt : 1200W  Spin speed : No Spin/400/600/800/1000/1200  Water consumption : 19

gal. (84 l)

 Permissible water pressure : 4.5 ~ 145 PSI (30 ~ 1000 kPa)

❋The appearance and specifications may be varied without notice to raise the unit’s quality.

Hot/Cold (1 each)

Wrench

Tie strap

to secure drain hose to standpipe,

inlet hose, or laundry tub

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Accessories

nstallation

1. To prevent internal damage during

transport, the special 3 bolts are locked. Before operating the washer, remove the bolts and braces.

• If they are not removed, it may cause heavy vibration, noise, and malfunction.

3. Take out the 3 bolts and braces by twisting slightly the braces. Keep the 3 bolts and braces and the wrench for future use.

• Whenever the appliance is transported, the

shipping bolts and braces must be replaced.

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

2. Unscrew the 3 bolts with the wrench supplied.

4. Close the holes with the caps supplied.

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Shipping 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.

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Removing shipping bolts

cap

nstallation

Level floor :

Allowable slope under entire washer is 1˚.

Power outlet :

Must be within 60 inches (1.5 m) of either side of the washer. Do not overload the outlet with more than one appliance.

Additional Clearance :

If the washer is installed inside a closet or alcove, the following clearances are required:

4 inches (10 cm) rear, 1 inch (2.5 cm) 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

Laundry

Tub

Washer

approx.

2cm

Drain Hose

650

850

600

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Water supply pressure must be between

4.5 ~ 145 PSI (30~1000 kPa) Don’t strip or crossthread when connecting

Inlet hose to the valve. If the water supply pressure is more than

1000 kPa, a pressure reducer device should be installed.

• Two Sealing washer are supplied with the water inlet hoses to prevent water leaks.

• Check water tightness of washing machine connections by turning the tap completely on.

• Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary.

• Make sure that there is no kink in the hose and that it is not crushed.

• The Inlet hose which has red connector is for the hot water tap.

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Washing Machine is to be connected to the water mains using new hoses Old hoses should not be used.

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Connecting water supply hose

Sealing washer

Hose connector

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.

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Electrical connection

Cold

Hot

Hot water tap

Cold

water

tap

nstallation

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Installation of drain hose

max. 50"

min. 23"

ca. 41"

ca. 57"

ca. 40"

• The drain hose should not be placed higher than 40

” above the floor.

• Proper securing the drain hose will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.

• When installing the drain hose at a sink, secure it so it cannot break away, causing flooding and damage.

• Proper securing the drain hose will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.

• When installing the drain hose at a sink, secure it so it cannot break away, causing flooding and damage.

• Proper securing the drain hose will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.

ca. 40"

ca. 57"

ca. 41"

min. 23"

max. 40"

Laundry tub

max. 40" min. 23"

Hose

Retainer

Tie

strap

max. 40" min. 23"

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Level adjustment

1. Leveling a 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.

2. If the floor is uneven, adjust the

adjustable feet as required. (Do not insert pieces of wood, etc. under the feet) Make sure that all four feets are stable and resting on the floor and then check that the appliance is perfectly level. (use a spirit level)

❊ 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 feets again.

Adjustable feet

Higher Lower

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