LG WFS1838EKD Owner's manual

WFS1838EKD

MFL68019778

WASHING MACHINE

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read this manual carefully before operating your washing machine and retain it for future reference.

roduct Features

START

WASHING

AUTO

POWER

OFF

SENSING

aundry Sensor

ater Level Sensor

SETTING

ptimum

ashing

Condition

The Turbo Drum DD washing machine does not operate with the lid open. If the lid is opened during wash, rinse and spin cycles, the machine will stop automatically.

Please close the door gently. Closing the door in an agressive manner can cause damage and or injury.

sensors

The sensor automatically detects the quantity of Detergent put in by a user and the

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temperature and quality of the water to produce the best algorithm for washing and rinsing, to give the best washing results.

Smart Drum achieved by DD Motor Technology

Smart Drum with Drum Washing Type is more hygienic

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and cleaner washer tub that protects the fabric and prevents damages.

FUZZY logic control

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A built-in load sensor automatically detects and measures the laundry load and amicroprocessor optimizes washing conditions such as ideal water consumption and washing time.

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Advanced technology is built into the Electronic Control System which ensures the best washing result.

New DD type washing with fabric care

It rotates the tub and creates cannon water flow making the effect of the detergent faster improving the washing effect and preventing fabric damages

Low Noise Direct Drive System

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The advanced Brushless DC motor rotates the Tub directly without belt and

The half cycle rotation of the tub to the left/right helps the melting of the detergent for easy washing

The half cycle rotation of the washing rotors to the left/right removes the stains

clutch, thereby reducing the noise of the washer.

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The washing machine adjusts to optimum speed according to the type of clothing in the load.

SMARTDIAGNOSIS

● It is the technology to transmit the anomalies to the service center

when there is a problem with the washer. It provides the service that gives faith and trust to the customers through precise and fast analysis.

The half cycle r otation of the tub

to the left/right balances the laundry

ontents

READ THIS MANUAL

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your washer. You will find many answers to common problems in the Troubleshooting section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

Introduction

Before Starting to Wash

Washing Programs

Additional Function Program

Installation

Care and Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Specification

Safety Information 4 Identification of Parts 7 Function Information 8 Preparation Before Washing 9 Use of Water, Dispenser Drawer, Detergent, Bleach and Softener 10 Special Guide for Stain Removal 13 Function of each Button 14 FUZZY Wash (Normal Wash) 16 WOOL Wash 16 QUICK WASH 16 JEANS Wash 16 SMART CLEANING 16 SOAK Wash 18 FAVORITE Wash 19 SILENT Wash 20 TUB CLEAN 21 AIR DRY 22 TUB DRY 22 Option Washing 23 DELAY START (RESERVATION) Wash 24 Other Useful Functions 25 Placing and Leveling 26 Connecting Water Supply Hose 27 Connecting Drain Hose 30 Grounding Method 31 Cleaning and Maintenance 32 Use of Handle Locker 34 Common washing problems 35 Troubleshooting 36 SmartDiagnosis Specification 38

afety Information

Read carefully and thoroughly through this booklet as it contains important safety information that will protect the user from unexpected dangers and prevent potential damages to the product.

This booklet is divided into 2 parts : Warning and Caution.

Introduction

WATER HEATER SAFETY

PROPER INSTALLATION

: This is a warning sign specifying user’s applications which might

be dangerous.

: This is a sign specifying ‘Strictly Forbidden’ applications.

Warning

Caution

: Failure to comply with the instructions under this

sign may result in major physical injuries or death.

: Failure to comply with the instructions under this

sign may result in minor physical injuries or damages to the product.

Warning

• Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances. If the HOT water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all Hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the HOT water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

Caution

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

carpeted floor.

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

If the product is exposed to such conditions, electric shock, fire, break down or

deformation may occur.

• Properly ground washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Instal-

lation Instructions.

If not grounded properly, break down and leakage of electricity may occur, which may cause electric shock.

• Must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.

If the plug is placed between the wall and the machine, it may get damaged, possibly causing fire or electric shock.

• Make sure the plug is completely pushed into the outlet.

Failure to do so may cause electric shock and fire due to overheating.

afety Information

Introduction

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

WHEN USING THE WASHER

Warning

• Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemical, etc.

Operating with such materials around the machine may trigger explosion or fire.

• The 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.

There is potential danger that children might drown in the tub.

Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand.

It will cause electric shock

Do not put your hand, foot or anything under the washing machine while the washing machine is in operation.

There is a rotating mechanism under the machine, so you could be injured.

Caution

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

• The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.

• 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.

NOTE : Pressing Circuit button to turn off does NOT dis-

connect the appliance from the power supply.

• Make sure that drainage is working properly.

If water is not drained properly, your floor may get flooded. Flooded floors may induce electricity leakage, further resulting in electric shock or fire.

• If, during spinning, opening the lid does not stop the tub within about 15 seconds, immediately discontinue operating the machine.

Call for repair. A machine that spins with its door open may cause injuries.

Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

Even slow rotation can cause injury.

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.

Operating with a damaged plug may cause electric shock.

Do not use water hotter than 50°C.

Use of excessively hot water may cause damage to fabrics or cause leakage of water.

afety Information

WHEN USING THE WASHER

Introduction

WHEN NOT IN USE

• Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5years.

• When the air temperature is high and the water temperature is low, condensation may occur and thus wet the floor.

• Wipe off dirt or dust on the contacts of the power plug.

Using unclean power plug may cause fire.

• Before discarding a washer, or removing it from service, remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside.

Children may be trapped and suffocated if the lid is left intact.

Warning

Do not use a plug socket and wiring equipment for more than their rated capacity.

Exceeding the limit may lead to electric shock, fire , break down, and/or deformation of parts.

Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.

Mixing different chemicals can produce toxic gases which may cause death.

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, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc). Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation.

It may ignite or explode.

Caution

Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

Operating the machine with improperly replaced parts may be a cause for fire or electric shock.

Do not tamper with controls.

It may lead to electric shock, fire , break down, deformation.

Do not yank the power cord in an attempt to disconnect the power plug. Securely hold the power plug to unplug the machine.

Failure to observe these instructions may cause electric shock or fire due to short-circuit .

When you are cleaning the washing machine, do not apply water directly to any part of the washing machine.

It will cause short circuit and electric shock.

dentification of Parts

ATER SUPPLY

HOSE

FUNCTION SELECTOR

TUB

BASE

ADJUSTABLE LEGS

DRAIN HOSE for pump model

Check if the drain hose is hung up before operating the washing machine.

DRAIN HOSE

POWER PLUG

START/PAUSE BUTTON

Use to start or stop the washing machine temporarily.

Make sure the w

ater does not

leak.

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.

for non pump model

Use to level the washing machine for correct balance & spin operation.

POWDER AND LIQUID DETERGENT BOX

Body

Introduction

Accessories

Water supply hoses

1 Each for COLD and

HOT water

NOTE

“✽” Part can be different according to the model.

Drain hose Anti-rat cover (option)

unction Information

Our machine provides various washing methods which suits various conditions and types of laundry.

Different types of laundry washing

FUZZY(Normal) Wash

se this Program for everyday washing e.g. sheets, towels, T-shirts. (refer to page 16)

Introduction

Washing according to the condition of laundry

JEANS Wash

Use this Program for heavily soiled durable garments e.g. overalls, jeans. Thick and heavy clothes or those which are excessively dirty like jeans or working uniforms can be washed. (refer to page 16)

SMART CLEANING

Use this program to get better rising performance.

WOOL Wash

Wool clothes (lingerie, wool, etc.) which may be easily damaged can be washed. (refer to page 16)

The fibers of machine washable woolens have been specifically modified to prevent felting when they are machine washed. Most handknitted garments are not made of machine washable wool and we recommend that you hand wash them

• Before washing your woolens check the care label for the washing instructions.

• When washing woolens use a mild Detergent recommended for washing wool.

• Hand washed woolens may be spun in a washing machine to reduce the time they take to dry.

• To dry woolens lay down them flat on a towel and pat into shape. Dry woolens out of direct sunlight. (The heat and tumble action of a dryer may cause shrinkage or felting of woolen garments.)

Some wool underlays and sheepskin products can be washed in a washing machine but may cause pump blockages. (Ensure that the whole article is suitable for machine washing and not just the backing material.) You may wish to handwash these articles and place them in the machine to spin dry.

FAVORITE Wash

This setting allows you to store your FAVORITE wash conditions in the normal cycle memory. (refer to page 19)

SILENT Wash

Use this program to wash quietly at night. (refer to page 20)

(refer to page 16)

QUICK WASH

QUICK WASH can be selected to wash lightly soiled clothes of less than 2.0 kg in a short time. (refer to page 16)

SOAK Wash

SOAK Wash can be selected to wash heavily soiled laundry by soaking in water for some time to remove dirt and grime. (refer to page 18)

Other washing method

TUB CLEAN

Use this program to clean the inside of washing machine especially Inner tub & Outer tub . (refer to page 21)

DELAY START Wash

DELAY START Wash is used to delay the finishing time of the operation. The number of hours to be delayed can be set by the user accordingly. (refer to page 24)

OPTION WASH

When the user needs only SPIN, RINSE/SPIN, RINSE, WASH/RINSE, WASH, WASH/RINSE/SPIN, SOAK/WASH/RINSE/SPIN. (refer to page 23)

reparation Before Washing

Care Labels

* Look for a care label on your clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your garment

and how it should be washed. Sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle, Water Temperature and spin speed.

Sorting

To get the best results, different fabrics need to be washed in different ways.

• SOIL (Heavy, Normal, Light)

• COLOR (Whites, Lights, Darks) Separate white fabrics from colored fabrics.

• LINT (Lint producers, Collectors) Separate lint producers and lint collectors. Lint Producers Terry cloth, Chenille, Towels, Nappies, Diapers Lint Collectors Synthetics, Corduroy, Permanent Press, Socks

Check before Loading

• Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Things such as nails, hairclips, matches, pens, coins, and keys can damage both your washer and your clothes.

• Mend any torn garments or loose buttons. Tears or holes may become larger during washing.

• Remove belts, underwires, etc. to prevent damage to the machine or your clothes.

• Pretreat any dirt and stains.

• Make sure the clothes are washable in water.

• Check the washing instructions.

• Remove tissue in pockets.

CAUTION

Do not wash or spin any item labeled or known to be water-proof or water-resistant, even if the product care label on the item permits machine washing. Failure to follow these instructions could result in severe damage to

your laundry, your washer and/or property damage as a result of abnormal vibration of the washer.

- Examples of water-proof or water-resistant items include certain mattress pads, mattress covers, rain gear, camping gear, skiing apparel , outdoor gear and similar items.

Pretreatment on stains or heavy soil

• Pretreat shirt collars and cuffs with a pre-wash product or liquid Detergent when placing them in the washer.

Before washing treat special stains with bar soaps, liquid Detergent or a paste of water and granular Detergent.

• Use a pretreat soil and stain remover.

Treat stains AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. The longer they are left the harder they are to remove.

(For more detail refer to page13)

Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).

Load Size

The WATER LEVEL should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. To add items after washer has started, press Start button and submerge additional items. Close the lid and press Start button again to restart.

Light and Large-sized clothing

Clothes like downs and woollens are light weight, large and float easily. Use a nylon net and wash them in a small amount of water. If the laundry floats during the wash cycle, it may become damaged. Use dissolved Detergent to prevent the Detergent from clumping.

Long laundry items

Use nylon nets for long, DELICATE items. For laundry with long strings or long length, a net will prevent tangling during washing. snag on other clothes. ※ Nylon net is not supplied by LG.

Separate clothes according to the type and amount of soil.

WARNING

Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids. No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Fasten zippers, hook, and strings to make sure that these items don't

Fire Hazard

Before Starting to Wash

se of Water, Dispenser Drawer, Detergent, Bleach and Softener

Using Water

Amount of WATER LEVEL

• This machine detects the quantity of laundry automatically, then sets the WATER LEVEL and proper amount of Detergent.

• When you select a wash program, the WATER LEVEL will be shown on the control panel.

• The following table shows the amount of water.

• When the WATER LEVEL is automatically detected, it may differ depending on the quantity of laundry even though the same WATER LEVEL is indicated on the control panel.

NOTE

[ Minimum water amount ]

It depends on laundry load and washer model. Or manually you can pour a certain amount water into tub directly to some height. That’s because if water level reaches to the some height sensed by washer itself, washer automatically operates. In other words, it is needed to pour water to the point when washer starts operating.

Water Temperature

• The machine sets the appropriate temperature automatically according to the wash program .

• The temperature of the water impacts the effectiveness of all laundry additives and therefore, the cleaning results.

We recommend temperatures of:

- HOT 49~60°C…(120-140˚F) White items, diapers, underclothing and heavily soiled, colorfast items.

- WARM 29~40°C…(85-105˚F) Most items

- COLD* 18~24°C…(65-75˚F) Only very bright colors with light soil.

• When washing in COLD water additional steps may be needed:

- Adjust Detergent amount and pre-dissolve Detergent in WARM water

- Pretreat spots and stains

- Soak heavily soiled items

- Use appropriate bleach

* Temperature below 18°C…(65˚F) will not activate laundry additives and may cause lint, residue, poor cleaning, etc.

In addition, Detergent manufactures and care labels define COLD water as 26~29°C…(80-85˚F). If the temperature of the water in the tub is too cold for your hands, the Detergent will not activate and clean effectively.

NOTE

If iron is present in the water the clothes may become an all-over yellow or they may be stained with brown or orange spots or streaks. Iron is not always visible. Installation of water softener or an iron filter may be necessary for severe cases.

Using the Dispenser Drawer

The dispenser drawer contains 2 compartments:

• Liquid Fabric Softener

• Liquid or Powder Low-Sudsing, High-Efficiency Detergent

The dispenser automatically dispenses additives at the proper time in the wash cycle.

1. Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling the drawer out until it stops.

2. After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Closing the

drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of additives.

• Avoid overfilling or splashing when adding laundry products to the dispenser. Doing

so could result in early dispensing of laundry products.

At the end of the cycle, you may see water in the compartments. This is part of the normal operation of the washer.

NOTE : Do not use bleach in the dispenser drawer.

Using Detergent

Detergent

Follow the Detergent package directions. Using too little Detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Use more Detergent if you have hard water, large loads, greasy or oily soils or lower Water Temperature.

Choosing the right Detergent

We recommend the use of domestic Detergent, (powder, liquid or concentrated). Soap flakes or granulated soap powders should not be used in your washing machine. When washing woolens remember to use Detergent suitable for washing woolens.

Using Detergent

How much Detergent

The correct amount of Detergent will vary depending on the amount of soil in your clothes (Jeans and work cloches may need more Detergent, while bath towels usually need less.). For liquid and concentrated Detergents, follow the recommendations of the Detergent manufacturer.

Note: To check you are using the correct amount of Detergent, lift the lid of your machine about half-way through the wash. There should be a thin layer of foam over the surface of the water. Lots of foam may look good, but it does not contribute to cleaning your clothes. No foam means not enough Detergent has been used; soil and lint can settle back on the clothes or the washing machine. If excess Detergent is used, the rinse will not be as clean and efficient. Also, it could cause environmental pollution, so use it accordingly.

Before Starting to Wash

Adding Detergent

Add measured detergent to the detergent compartment of the dispenser drawer.

Detergent is flushed through the dispenser at the beginning of the wash phase. Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load.

Avoid using too much detergent in your washer, as it can lead to oversudsing and detergent residue being left on the clothes.

Note : Using Liquid detergent

- Dilute Liquid detergent with water and pour into the tub, start the cycle.

- Delay wash course is not available if you use liquid detergent.

Attention

Using liquid detergent without diluting, or leaving laundry for a long time after pouring diluted liquid detergent into the tub might cause damage, bleaching or discoloration of cloth.

se of Water, Dispenser Drawer, Detergent, Bleach and Softener

Using Bleach Check fabric care labels for special instructions.

AVAILABLE BLEACH TYPE

• Use oxygenated bleach.

• Do not use liquid bleach.

• For more details refer to the products instruction for use.

DEPOSITING BLEACH

Before Starting to Wash

• Separate the laundry to be bleached.

• Measure powdered bleach carefully, following instructions on the box.

• Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach following instructions on the box.

Attention

■ Never pour undiluted liquid bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.

This may affect colors or damage clothing.

■ Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover.

Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

■ Do not pour liquid bleach into bleach dispenser.

Using Fabric Softener

If desired, pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into the right-hand compartment.

Use only liquid fabric softener. Dilute with water to the maximum fill line.

• Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can cause early dispensing of the fabric

softener, which could stain clothes. NOTE : Do not pour fabric softener directly on the

wash load. It may stain the clothes.

Attention

■ Do not mix with Detergent or bleach.

■ Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them.

■ Do not stop the washer during the first spin for timely dispensing.

■ Option washing is not designed to be used with fabric softener dispenser.

Scrud(Waxy Build up)

Scrud is the name given to the waxy build-up that can occur within any washer when the fabric softener comes into contact with Detergent. This build-up is not brought about by a fault in the machine.

If scrud is allowed to build-up in the machine it can result in stains on your clothes or an unpleasant smell in your washer.

If you wish to use fabric softener we recommend

• Using fabric softener sparingly.

• When filling the dispenser, do not splash or overfill.

• Clean dispenser as soon as the cycle is finished.

• Clean your machine regularly. (refer to page 21 or 32)

• Cold water washing increases the chance of this build-up occurring. We recommend a regular WARM or HOT wash

e.g. every 5th wash should be at least a warm one.

• Fabric softener of thinner consistency is less likely to leave residue on the dispenser and contribute to a build-up.

pecial Guide for Stain Removal

WARNING

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Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid or products containing ammonia. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or

eath.

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To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below:

• Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products.

• Keep stain removal products in their original labeled containers and out of children’s reach.

• Thoroughly wash any utensil used.

• Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine bleach. Dangerous fumes may result.

• Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home. Vapors can explode on contact with flames or sparks.

For successful stain removal:

• Remove stains promptly.

• Determine the kind of stain, then follow the recommended treatment in the stain removal chart below.

• To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid Detergent, or a paste made from granular Detergent and water.

• Use COLD water on unknown stains because HOT water can set stains.

• Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.

• Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam.

• Rinse and wash items after stain removal.

Stain Removal

STAIN

Adhesive tape, chewing gum, rubber cement

Baby formula, dairy products, egg Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, juice,

alcoholic beverages) Blood

Candle wax, crayon

Chocolate Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics Dye transfer on white fabric Grass

Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats, salad dressing, cooking oils, car grease, motor oils)

Ink

Mildew, scorch

Mud Mustard, tomato Nail polish

Paint, varnish

Rust, brown or yellow discoloration

Shoe polish

Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.

Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Pretreat stain. Wash using COLD water and bleach safe for fabric.

Rinse with COLD water. Rub with bar soap. Or pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press with warm iron until wax is absorbed. Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Hand wash to remove solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

Pretreat or soak in WARM water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric. Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric. Pretreat or soak in WARM water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric. Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavy stains and tar, apply

nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain. Replace towels under stain frequently. Rinse throughly. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric.

Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stain remover, denatured lcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.

Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or, soak in oxygen bleach and HOT water before washing. Badly mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged.

Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric. May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain.

Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on acetate fabrics. WATER BASED : Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, it cannot be removed,

OIL BASED AND VARNISH : Use solvent recommended on can label. Rinse throughly before washing. For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use phosphate Detergent and

nonchlorine bleach. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration. LIQUID : Pretreat with a paste of granular Detergent and water. PASTE : Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat with

prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Rub Detergent into dampened area, Wash using bleach safe for fabric.

TREATMENT

Follow fabric care label

instructions

Before Starting to Wash

unction of each Button

WATER TEMPERATURE BUTTON

• Use to select Water Temperature. Pressing the button allows you to select COLD ▶ WARM (HOT&COLD) ▶ HOT ▶ COLD respectively.

Before Starting to Wash

• Use to select the proper amount of water in relation to the weight and type of laundry.

• Automatically controlled,but can be selected manually by pressing the WATER LEVEL Botton.

• WATER LEVEL is automatically selected for FUZZY(normal) program. The following settings are indicated as the button is pushed 7 ▶ 8 ▶ 9 ▶ 10 ▶ 1 ▶ 2 ▶3 ▶ 4 ▶ 5 ▶6 ▶ 7

WATER LEVEL BUTTON

AIR DRY

• This function is used to reduce the drying time of the laundry by allowing air to circulate within the bowl in order to reduce moisture levels.It does not dry the clothes completely.

• Air dry selections light up in sequence as follows. 60 ▶ 90 ▶ 120 ▶ 60 as the button is pushed.

• Press the button for 3 seconds to select and press the Power botton to cancel the operation.

(refer to page 22)

SOIL LEVEL BUTTON

• This button allows you to

select the strength of the wash action.

• Power option selections

light up in sequence as follows Normal ▶ Heavy ▶ Light ▶ Normal as the button is pushed. This can be selected for any program.

• Adjustment can be made

while washing.

TUB DRY

• Use this when you want to dry the empty tub after a wash.

• This can be set/canceled by pressing the Wash button and Rinse button simultaneously.

(refer to page 22)

WASH. RINSE. SPIN BUTTON

• Use when wash, rinse, spin time need to be adjusted.

• The time increases when the button is pressed .

• If adjustments are needed during the wash,press the [start/pause ] button before making any changes.

• When the button is pressed during washing,the remaining time is displayed.

CHILD LOCK FUNCTION

• Use to lock or unlock the control buttons to prevent settings from being changed by a child. To lock,push the RINSE and SPIN buttons simultaneously and to unlock push them one more time during the washing process.

(refer to page 25)

NOTE

* For optimizing the washing algorithm, the displaying time may be changed during washing-increased by

8minutes at maximum and decreased by 4 minutes at maximum.

* If the Detergent quantity is put more than the standard, for increasing the rinsing performance, it automatically

adds rinsing, and the remaining time may be increased.

* The standard detected by the sensor changing the algorithm is set by the normal standard. It may not be same to

the washing habit of a specific user. So, it does not matter that the user uses it according to her/his washing habit.

* The sensor for a Detergent quantity is designed to detect based on a synthetic Detergent powder. If you put a

liquid one or a natural one or too much bleaching agent, the detecting ability of the sensor may be decreased.

TIME LEFT, DELAY START(RESERVATION), ALARM INDICATION

• Time left - During operation, the remaining time is indicated.

• DELAY START INDICATION (RESERVATION) - When DELAY START (RESERVATION) program is selected, it indicates the finishing time. (RES.=DELAY)

• Alarm indication - When an error occurs, an error message appears to indicate the abnormality. For example, DEindicates that the lid is open.

SMARTDIAGNOSIS

FUNCTION DISPLAY

•

It marks the place to put the phone to receive signal when a problem occurs.

POWER (AUTO OFF)

BUTTON

•

Use to turn the power on or off.

•

Push again and power goes on or off

• The power goes off automatically about 10 seconds after the wash is finished.

Before Starting to Wash

DELAY START (RESERVATION) BUTTON

• Use to set a delayed finishing time.

• The time increases when the button is pushed.

• The following settings are indicated as the button is pushed 3▶4 ▶5▶ ... 11 ▶ 12 ▶ 14▶ 16▶ ...46▶48▶3 HOUR.

• To cancel delay time, turn the power switch off.

(refer to page 24)

* Because the detecting ability of the sensor may be decreased by using it for a long time, periodically use

TUB CLEAN course to clean the tub. (refer to page 21)

* Even if the water level is changed by the user in FUZZY(Normal) Program,

the sensor will still work. The sensor algorithm may differ according to models.

* The control panel may differ according to different models.

PROGRAM BUTTON

• Use for selecting wash program.

• This button allows you to select 8 different programs for different kinds of laundry and dirtiness.

• program selections light up in sequence as follows: FUZZY(Normal) ▶ WOOL▶ QUICK WASH ▶ JEANS ▶SMART CLEANING ▶ SILENT ▶ FAVORITE ▶ TUB CLEAN ▶ FUZZY(Normal) etc. Select the desired program by pressing the button.

START/PAUSE BUTTON

• Use to start or pause the washing process.

• Repeats start and pause by pushing the button.

ashing Programs

Washing

Programs

(Normal Wash)

Washing Programs

Used for normal loads, this mode automatically selects the most appropriate conditions and completes the sequence in one operation. The built-in sensor detects the size of the load and the ideal wash power and wash, rinse and spin times are set accordingly.

Use this program for washing delicate fabrics such as lingerie and woolens. (wash only “water washable” clothes) Before washing your woolens check the care label for the washing instructions. (wash only water washable clothes)

Use this mode when washing lightly soiled clothes for a short time. The highly recommended laundry amount is under 2.0kg.

Add

the

laundry

• Select the

WOOL program on the Control panel.

• Select the

QUICK WASH

program on the Control panel.

Add

the Detergent

•

Add the appropriate quantity of Detergent as indicated by the WATER LEVEL. Or follow the Detergent manufacturer’s instructions

• Use neutral Detergent appropriate for the laundry.

• When washing woolens use a mild Detergent recommend- ed for washing wool.

•

Add the appropriate quantity of Detergent as indicated by the WATER LEVEL. Or follow the Detergent manufacturer’s instructions

Use Jean program when washing Jeans of different sizes

Use this program to increase rinsing performance. This would include underwear and baby clothes. If someone has sensitive skin or skin trouble,use this program.

• Spread the jean evenly in the tub

•

Select the

JEANS

program on the Control panel.

• Select the

SMART CLEANING

program on the Control panel.

• The pulsator rotates for 8 seconds to detect the laundry load.

• Then the WATER LEVEL and the amount of Detergent to be used will be shown and water will be supplied.

Close the lid Finish Caution & Note

If water is already in the tub, or putting wet

• laundry into the tub before starting will increase the WATER LEVEL.

• Water will be supplied for 2 minutes after the start of the wash to supplement the water the laundry has absorbed.

• When the wash program ends, the buzzer will ring for 10 seconds before the Power goes off automatically.

• With lightweight bulky loads, WATER LEVEL can be set low.

• Changes to Water Temperature (HOT/COLD) and wash level are possible during operation.

(refer to page 14)

• When setting the WATER LEVEL manually, do not set to Medium to prevent damage to laundry.

• Washing with HOT water may damage the laundry (Water is set to cold automatically). Ensure that the load is under 2kg.

• In order to avoid damage to laundry, the spin cycle may appear slow. This also avoids wrinkles and clothing may still contain some water. This is normal.

Washing Programs

• When static pressure of water is more than

2kg/cm

, the QUICK WASH course will be

within 19min.

minmin min minminmin min min min min min min min

Lamp

Off

OAK Wash

Use this mode to wash normal clothes or thick and heavy clothes which are excessively dirty. SOAK mode can be used with FUZZY or JEAN or SMART CLEANING or SILENT or FAVORITE program.

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button to turn power on.

Washing Programs

Press the

Press the WASH button, to select SOAK program.

Add the Detergent.

Add the laundry and press the

Close the lid.

Finish

PROGRAM button to select the washing program.

• Keep pressing the WASH button until the light turns on ‘SOAK’ and‘WASH’ simultaneously as next image.

• SOAK program only works when socking time is 40, 50 or 60 minutes.

• Add the appropriate quantity of Detergent as the Detergent manufacture instruction.

START/PAUSE button.

• The WATER LEVEL will be shown and water will be supplied.

• Water will be supplied for 2 minutes after the start of the wash to supplement the absorbed water by the laundry.

• When the wash program ends, the buzzer will ring for 10seconds before the Power goes off automatically.

NOTE

• Order of Soak-Wash timing

• Select soaking time 40minutes, 50minutes, or 60minutes (including washing time) by pressing the Wash button repeatedly.

• If necessary, select the times of Rinse and the time for Spinning by pressing the Rinse or Spin buttons till you reach the desired times.

Soak-Wash

AVORITE Wash

Pressing the FAVORITE button allows you to store your FAVORITE wash conditions in the normal cycle memory and then recall it for use at a later time.

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button to turn power on.

Select the FAVORITE program.

Washing Programs

Select your

Press the Power turns off automatically after wash.

NOTE

To recall your FAVORITE cycle.

1. Press POWER on.

2. Select the FAVORITE cycle by pressing the PROGRAM.

3. Press the START/PAUSE button. Then the wash cycle starts.

FAVORITE wash conditions.

• Press the TEMP. button to select wash Water Temperature.

• Press the WATER LEVEL button to select WATER LEVEL.

• Press the WASH button, the RINSE button & the SPIN button to select wash time, rinse time & spin time respectively you want to store.

START/PAUSE button to store & start your FAVORITE wash cycle.

ILENT Wash

Use this program to wash quietly in SILENT especially during late night and dawn.

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button to turn power on.

Washing Programs

Press the PROGRAM button to select SILENT program.

Add the laundry into the washing tub.

Press the START/PAUSE button.

Add the Detergent and close the lid.

NOTE

• SILENT program takes longer washing time than FUZZY(Normal) program.

• To reduce noise in spinning, spin rpm is lower than normal spinning rpm. So the laundry has more moisture than normal.

UB CLEAN

If scrud is allowed to build-up in the machine it can result in stains on your clothes or unpleasant smell in your washer. Scrud is the way build-up that can occur within any washer when the fabric softener comes into contact with Detergent, and according to particular degree of dirtiness or quality of water to be use, in these case, use this program to clean inner tub and outer tub.

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button to turn power on.

Press the PROGRAM button to select the TUB CLEAN program.

Press the START/PAUSE button.

After 10 minutes of water supplement. Add the oxygenated bleach (about 300m ).

• Do not use Detergent box.

• Do not place any laundry inside tub.

• Left time is displayed.

Additional Function Program

Close the lid.

NOTE

• Before using this program remove lint inside lint filter.

• When using this program, do not place any laundry inside tub.

• After using this program, remove dirt inside filter.

• After finishing this program, open the lid of wash to remove irritant odor.

• Do not pour bleach into the tub directly. It might cause damage the tub.

• Do not leave diluted oxygenated bleach inside tub for long time. It rusts the tub must drain the remained diluted oxygenated water out.

• Use this program once for every month.

• Do not use this program repeatedly.

• When the lid is open the machine will not operate, and an alarm signal will remind you to close the lid.

IR DRY

AIR DRY for your laundary.

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button to turn power on.

When you press the Air dry button for 3 seconds, the Air dry course will be selected.

• When the Air dry is selected, other buttons will be inactive.

• If you want to cancel the Air dry function, press the Power button.

Additional Function Program

Press the

When the Complete buzzer goes off, the power will automatically be turned

off in 10 seconds.

NOTE

■ When you select Air dry foir more than 60 minutes

1) You can reduce the drying time by minimizing the moisture in the laundry.

2) Always keep the laundry amount to 2kg or less and make sure to spread it out evenly.

3)Select 60 minutes for cotton laundry and 120 minutes for synthetic fiber laundry for effective Moisture removal.

START/PAUSE button.

UB DRY

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button.

When you press the Wash and Rinse button simultaneously, the Tub Dry course will

be set or canceled.

• When you select the Tub Dry, do not put any laundry in the drum.

• When Tub Dry is selected, other buttons will be inactive.

Press the

When the Complete buzzer goes off, the poser will automatically be turned off in

10 seconds.

NOTE

■ When you select Tub Dry

1) Use this function to minimize the growth of mold from the residual moisture within the laundry.

2) When you select the Tub Dry course, do not put any laundry or detergent in the drum.

3) It is good to use this about once a week.

START/PAUSE button.

ption Washing

When you only need the Wash, Wash/Rinse or Rinse cycles, these can be set manually.

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button to turn power on.

Only Wash

Press the select the desired timing.

Only Wash,Rinse

Press the select the desired timing.

Press the select the desired times of rinse.

WASH

RINSE

button to

Only Rinse

Press the select the desired times of rinse.

Press the lect the desired times of spin.

RINSE

button to

Only Rinse,Spin

RINSE

button to

SPIN

button to se-

Only Spin

Press the lect the desired times of spin.

When you want to only drain, wait until the water in the washing tub drains completely.

SPIN

button to se-

Only Drain

Additional Function Program

You can use this option for preventing wrinkles of laundry

Press the WATER LEVEL button, to control the water level according to the

amount of laundry. If you do not choose anything, it is set the middle water level automatically.

Add the laundry into the washing tub.

Press the START/PAUSE button.

Add the detergent and close the lid.

NOTE

• When a Wash, Wash/Rinse or Rinse only option is selected, after the wash is completed the water will not be drained off. If you wish to drain the water, press SPIN button and wait until the water in the tub has drained completely. Then press the START/PAUSE button.

• If you do not specify the water level, then Medium will be automatically selected.

• If only Rinse is selected, the process will start from Water Supply.

ELAY START (RESERVATION) Wash

DELAY START (RESERVATION) Wash is used to delay the finishing time of the operation. The hours to be delayed can be set by the user accordingly. The time on the display is the finishing time , not the start time.

Press the POWER (AUTO OFF) button to turn power on.

Additional Function Program

Press the

Press the DELAY START (RESERVATION) button.

Add the Detergent.

Add the laundry and press the

Close the lid.

PROGRAM button to select the washing program.

• Select the program for laundry on the Control panel. This program will not work in WOOL and TUB CLEAN Program.

• The light will ‘DELAY’ turn on and ‘TIME LEFT’ will be marked.

• Press the button repeatedly to set the desired finishing time. For example, To finish washing in 9 hours from now, by make the number 9:00 pressing the DELAY START (RESERVATION ) button repeatedly.

(RES.=DELAY)

•

Add the appropriate quantity of Detergent as the Detergent manufacture instruction.

• When the lid is open the machine will not operate, and an alarm signal will remind you to close the lid

START/PAUSE button.

• When you press the START/PAUSE button the light will blink.

• Water will be supplied for 2 minutes after the start of the wash to supplement the water the laundry has absorbed.

Finish

NOTE

• Finishing time can be delayed from 3~48 hours. Delaying from3~12 hours can be done in 1 hour time intervals and from 12~48 hours in 2 hour time intervals.

• If the lid is open, the machine will not work, and an alarm signal will alarm to remind you to close the lid.

• To select washing time, rinsing times, spinning time, water level, hot/cold or wash power manually, press the DELAY START (RESERVATION) button and select the desired option. Then press the START/PAUSE button.

• When the laundry cannot be taken out immediately after the wash program ends, it is better to omit the spinning program . (The laundry will be wrinkled if left for a long time after spinning.)

• The washing will be finished according to the delayed time.

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