LG WT-R10686 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
WASHING MACHINE
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your washing machine and retain it for future reference.
WT-R10686
P/No.: MFL67221369
www.lg.com
INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Basic safety precautions .....................................3-4
Grounding instructions ........................................... 4
Safety instructions for installation .......................... 5
Safety instructions for use, care and cleaning,
and disposal ........................................................... 6
THANK YOU!
Congratulations on your purchase
PARTS AND FEATURES
Special Features ..................................................... 7
Key Parts and Components ................................... 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Choose the Proper Location .................................. 9
Flooring .................................................................. 9
Clearances.............................................................. 9
Unpack the Washer .............................................. 10
Connecting the Water Lines ................................. 11
Connecting the Drain Line ...............................11-12
Leveling the Washer ............................................ 12
Connect to the Power Supply .............................. 12
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features ......................................... 13
Operating the Washer........................................... 14
Cycle Guide .......................................................... 15
Information For Energy Test ................................. 16
Sorting Wash Loads ............................................. 16
About the Dispenser ............................................. 17
Loading the Dispenser ......................................... 18
The LED Display ................................................... 19
Cycle Modier Buttons ......................................... 20
Cycle Option Buttons .................................... 21-22
CARE AND CLEANING
Regular Cleaning ............................................ 23-24
Maintenance ......................................................... 24
Cleaning the Washer ............................................ 25
TROUBLESHOOTING
Normal Sounds You May Hear ............................. 26
Before Calling for Service ............................... 26-30
SmartDiagnosis™................................................. 31
and welcome to the LG family.
Your new LG washing machine
combines the most advanced
washing technology with simple
operation and high efficiency.
Follow the operating and care
instructions in this manual, and your
washer will provide many years of
reliable service.
SPECIFICATION
Specication ......................................................... 32
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of re or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read
and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
w
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING.
These words mean:
wDANGER: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
wWARNING: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
wCAUTION:
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,
and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instructions.
wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using
this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this owner’s Manual.
• Before use, the washer must be properly installed as
described in this manual.
• Do not wash articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry cleaning solvents, or other ammable or explosive
substances, as they give o vapors that could ignite or
explode.
• Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other
ammable or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give o 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 washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water
ow from each for several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is ammable, do not
smoke or use an open ame 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 lid to prevent children from climbing inside.
• Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed
to the weather or freezing temperatures.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free
of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.), gasoline,
chemicals and other ammable vapors and liquids.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt
any servicing other than as described in this manual. We
strongly recommend that any service be performed by a
qualied individual.
• See Installation Instructions for grounding
requirements.
• ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions
supplied by the garment manufacturer.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your washer.
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch re.
• Use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
• This washer is not designed for maritime use or for mobile
installations such as in RVs, aircraft, etc.
• Turn o the water taps and unplug the washer if the
machine is to be left for an extended period of time, such as
during vacations.
• Do not use to dry articles containing foam rubber or
similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is
a risk of suocation! Keep all packaging from children.
• Always check the inside of the washer for foreign objects
before loading laundry. Keep the lid closed when not in use.
• Do not reach into the washer while parts are moving.
ENGLISH
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of re or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
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 ordinances.
wWARNING:
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. Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of re or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using
this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.
• Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed
grounding procedures. Installation instructions are
packed in the washer for installer’s reference. If the washer
is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled
by a qualied service person. Failure to follow this warning
can cause serious injury, re, electrical shock, or death.
• Do not, under any circumstances cut or remove the
third (ground) prong from the power cord. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, re, electrical
shock, or death.
• For personal safety, this appliance must be properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, re, electrical shock,
or death.
• The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
• This washer must be plugged into a 220-240V AC/ 50Hz
grounded outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, re, electrical shock, or death.
• Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualied
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, re, electrical shock,
or death.
• Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it
is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, re,
electrical shock, or death.
• Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid oor.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak
damage.
• Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter
or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury,
re, electrical shock, or death.
• The washer should always be plugged into its own
individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating
that matches the rating plate. This provides the best
performance and also prevents overloading house wiring
circuits which could cause a re hazard from overheated
wires.
• Never unplug your washer by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip plug rmly and pull straight out from
the outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious
injury, re, electrical shock, or death.
• Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, re, electrical shock,
or death.
• When installing or moving the washer, be careful not
to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, re, electrical
shock, or death.
• The washer must be installed and electrically
grounded by a qualied service person in accordance
with local codes to prevent shock hazard and assure
stability during operation.
• The washer is heavy. Two or more people may be
needed to install and move the appliance. Failure to do
so can result in back or other injury.
• Store and install the washer where it will not be
exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious leak damage.
• Do not install the washer in humid spaces to reduce
the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning
can cause serious injury, re, electrical shock, or death.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all
industry recommended safety procedures including the
use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to
follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result
in property damage, personal injury or death.
ENGLISH
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of re or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, CARE AND CLEANING, AND DISPOSAL
wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using
this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.
•
Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid
the risk of electric shock.
•
Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive
cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer.
They will damage the nish.
•
Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on
top of the washer. These substances give o
vapors that could ignite the materials.
•
Do not wash items that are soiled with
vegetable or cooking oil. These items may
contain some oil after laundering. Due to the
remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch
re by itself.
•
Disconnect this appliance from the
power supply before attempting any user
maintenance. Turning the controls to the
OFF position does not disconnect this
appliance from the power supply. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury,
re, electrical shock, or death.
•
Do not combine laundry products for use in
one load unless specied on the label.
•
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia
or acids such as vinegar. Follow package
directions when using laundry products.
Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas,
resulting in serious injury or death.
•
Do not reach into the washer while parts
are moving. Before loading, unloading or
adding items, press the START/PAUSE
button and allow the drum to coast to a
complete stop before reaching inside.
Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, re, electrical shock, or death.
•
Do not allow children to play on or in the
washer. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the washer is used near
children. As children grow, teach them the
proper, safe use of all appliances. Failure
to comply with these warnings could result in
serious personal injuries or death.
•
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other
packing materials after the washer is
unpacked. Children might use them for play.
Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads,
or plastic sheets can become airtight
chambers. Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in serious personal
injuries or death.
•
Keep laundry products out of reach of
children. To prevent personal injury, observe
all warnings on product labels. Failure to
comply with these warnings could result in
serious personal injuries.
• Remove the lid to the washing compartment
before your washer is removed from service
or discarded to avoid the danger of children or
small animals getting trapped inside.
to do so can result in serious personal injury
or death.
• Keep hands and foreign objects clear of the
lid and latch area when closing the lid. Failure
to keep hands clear can result in personal
injury.
Failure
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PARTS AND FEATURES
SPECIAL FEATURES
SMARTRINSE™ WITH JET SPRAY
A
This washer is designed to save rinse water
by using the SMARTRINSE™ with jet spray in
COTTON/NORMAL and ECO COTTON cycles.
B
INVERTER DIRECT DRIVE
Inverter Direct Drive eliminates the belt and
pulleys found on most washers to provide
improved performance and reliability while
increasing energy efficiency.
LID LOCK SWITCH
C
The washer lid is locked during operation. The
lid can be unlocked by pressing the Start/Pause
button to stop the washer.
D
SLAMPROOF™ LID
The SLAMPROOF™ lid is a safety device that
closes the lid slowly. The SLAMPROOF™ lid
keeps the heavy lid from falling and injuring the
user.
E
WAVEFORCE™
Rapidly rotating drum uses centrifugal force and
an angled spray to pull water through the fabric,
resulting in less friction for a gentler and more
thorough cleaning.
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F
D
C
B
E
A
F
SMARTDIAGNOSIS™
Should you experience any technical difficulty
with your washing machine, it has the capability
of transmitting data by phone to the Customer
Information Center. The call center agent records
the data transmitted from your machine and
uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and
effective diagnosis (refer to page 31).
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PARTS AND FEATURES
KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS
In addition to the special features and components
outlined in the Special Features section, there
are several other important components that are
referenced in this manual.
A
ULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL DRUM
The ultra-large stainless steel drum offers extreme
durability.
B
ROTARY KNOB
Turn this knob to select the desired cycle. Once
the desired cycle has been selected, the standard
presets will be shown in the display. These
settings can be adjusted using the cycle setting
buttons anytime before starting the cycle.
C
ADJUSTABLE LEVELING FEET
Use to level the washing machine for correct
balance & spin operation.
D
REAR CONTROL PANEL WITH LED DISPLAY
The easy-to-read LED display show cycle options,
settings, processing, estimated time remaining
during operation.
E
DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER
There are two compartments, one each for main
wash (liquid or powder) and liquid fabric softener.
F
Power Cord
Drain
Hose
C
A
Hot Water
Inlet valve
Cold Water
Inlet valve
B
D
E
F
LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER
The bleach dispenser automatically dilutes and
dispenses liquid bleach at the proper time in the
wash cycle.
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Included Accessories
• Water supply hoses
(1 Each for COLD and HOT water)
or
• Tie Strap (for securing drain hose)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
68.6 cm
2.5 cm
2.5 cm
115.3 cm
CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION
wWARNING
• The washer is heavy! Two or more people
are required when moving and unpacking
the washer. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
• Store and install the washer where it will not
be exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Failure
to follow this warning can cause serious injury, re,
electrical shock, or death.
• Properly ground washer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, re,
electrical shock, or death.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
install the washer in humid spaces. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, re,
electrical shock, or death.
• The base opening must not be obstructed by
carpeting when the washer is installed on a
carpeted oor.
• Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such as
lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an
adapter or extension cord. Plug into a grounded
3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, re, electrical shock, or death.
POWER OUTLET
• The power outlet must be within 1.5 m of either
side of the washer.
• The appliance and outlet must be positioned so
that the plug is easily accessible.
• Do not overload the outlet with more than one
appliance.
• The outlet must be grounded in accordance with
current wiring codes and regulations.
• Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
NOTE: It is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the product owner to have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
NOTE: The washer must be installed on firm
flooring to minimize vibration during the spin cycle.
Concrete flooring is best, but a wood floor is
sufficient, provided it is built to FHA standards. The
washer should not be installed on rugs or exposed
to weather.
CLEARANCES
115.3 cm
2.5 cm
To ensure sufficient clearance for water lines allow
minimum clearances of at least 1 inches (2.5 cm) at
the sides and 4 inches (10 cm) behind the unit. Be
sure to allow for wall, lid, or floor moldings that may
increase the required clearances.
141.7 cm
(with lid
open)
68.6 cm
72.1 cm
2.5 cm
10 cm
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FLOORING
• To minimize noise and vibration, the washer
MUST be installed on a solidly constructed oor.
• Allowable slope under the entire washer is 1˚
maximum.
• Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not
recommended.
• Never install the washer on a platform or weakly
supported structure.
Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead
shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 142cm.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACK THE WASHER
1
After the washer is in the home, remove the
carton and Styrofoam® shipping base from
the washer.
When removing the washer from the carton
base, be sure to remove the tub support in the
middle of the carton base.
If you must lay the washer down to remove the
base packaging materials, always protect the
side of the washer and lay it carefully on its side.
Do NOT lay the washer on its front or back.
2
Remove the packing block containing the
owner's manual, parts, water hoses, and
laundry product samples.
3
Unfasten the power cord from the back of the
washer.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
• Adjustable Pliers
Tub support
10
• Carpenter’s Level
Carton Base
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING THE WATER LINES
• IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing
the washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses.
• IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses
provided by LG with this laundry product.
Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to t or
function correctly. Other hoses may not tighten
correctly and could cause leaks. Subsequent
damage to product or property will not be
covered under the terms of LG's warranty.
• Water supply pressure must be between
30~800 kPa If the water supply pressure is more
than 800 kPa, a pressure reducing valve must
be installed.
• Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks,
and wear, and replace the hose every 5 years.
• Make sure that the water lines are not stretched,
pinched, crushed, or kinked.
• The washer should never be installed or stored
in a location subject to freezing temperatures.
Damage to the water lines and internal
mechanisms of the washer can result. If the
washer was exposed to freezing temperatures
prior to installation, allow it to stand at room
temperature for several hours before use.
1
Inspect the threaded tting on each hose and
make sure there is a rubber seal in place in
both ends.
Hose
connector
Rubber
Seal
Connect water hose to hose utilities.
2
Connect the water hoses to the HOT and
COLD water valves of your home. Hand
tighten, plus make an additional 1/4 turn with
pliers.
NOTE: A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C)
water to the washer.
Water Tap
NOTE: To avoid build up that can clog the inlet
valve screen, thoroughly ush both faucet and
hose to remove any particles or other impurities
by running water through them into a container.
3
Attach water hose to washer.
Thread the hot water hose onto the washer
hot water connection (red) and the cold water
hose onto the cold water connection (blue).
Hand tighten; then make an additional 1/8 turn
with pliers.
Hot
Cold
NOTE:
Do not cross-thread the hose ttings. Attach
the hot water line to the red hot water inlet on the back
of the washer. Attach the cold water line to the blue
cold water inlet on the back of the washer. Tighten the
ttings securely.
NOTE: Tighten the ttings securely. Open the
water taps fully to check for leaks.
CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE
• The drain hose should always be properly
secured. Failure to properly secure the drain hose
can result in ooding and property damage.
• Do not install the end of the drain hose higher than
243.8 cm above the bottom of the washer.
• The drain must be installed in accordance with any
applicable local codes and regulations.
• Make sure that the water lines are not stretched,
pinched, crushed, or kinked.
Drain Hose
Standpipe
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Rubber Packing
Water Supply Hose
99 cm
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