LG WVC9-1410W Owner’s Manual
OWNER'S MANUAL
WASHERDRYER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully.
This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is
installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the
product after installation for future reference.
ENGLISH
WVC9-1410W
MFL71670354
Rev.00_011920
www.lg.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................. 3
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE............................3
WARNING.............................................................................3
INSTALLATION ............................................... 9
Parts and Specifications.....................................................9
Installation Place Requirements .....................................10
Unpacking the Appliance.................................................11
Levelling the Appliance ....................................................12
Connecting the Water Supply Hose................................14
Installing the Drain Hose .................................................15
OPERATION................................................... 16
Operation Overview .........................................................16
Preparing the Wash Load ................................................16
Adding Detergents and Softeners ..................................17
Control Panel.....................................................................20
Programme Table .............................................................23
Drying Programme...........................................................27
Extra Options and Functions ...........................................29
This manual may contain images or
content that may be different from the
model you purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the
manufacturer.
SMART FUNCTIONS...................................... 32
Using LG ThinQ Application.............................................32
Smart Diagnosis................................................................34
MAINTENANCE ............................................. 35
Cleaning After Every Wash ..............................................35
Cleaning the Appliance Periodically & Performing an
Emergency Water Evacuation .........................................36
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................... 39
Before Calling for Service.................................................39
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen
risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance.
The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as
described below.
Safety Messages
This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations
that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully
and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk.
WARNING
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause the minor injury or damage to the product.
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or
scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
Technical Safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
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• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
• Use a new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old
hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage.
• Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by a carpet.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household applications only
and not in applications such as:
- Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- Farm houses;
- By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
- Bed and breakfast type environments;
- Areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes
• The inlet water pressure must be between 100 kPa and 800 kPa.
Maximum Capacity
The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be used is
Wash (10 kg)/Dry (6 kg).
WARNING - To avoid a fire
Do not wash or dry clothes or items that have any
contaminants of flammable solvents or substances.
Do not clean the product with, or expose it to,
flammable substances.
Technical Safety for Using the Dryer
• Do not dry unwashed items in the appliance.
• Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil,
vegetable oil, acetone, alcohol, petroleum, kerosene, spot removers,
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turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water
with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the
appliance.
• Never stop the appliance before the end of the drying cycle unless all
items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is
dissipated.
• Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof
textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam
rubber pads should not be dried in the appliance.
• Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by
the fabric softener instructions.
• Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches.
• The appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used
for cleaning.
Installation
• Never attempt to operate the appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken
parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
• This appliance should only be transported by two or more people
holding the appliance securely.
• Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install
or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject
to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, rain, or
temperatures below freezing.
• Make sure the power plug is completely pushed into the power
outlet.
• Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets, power boards,
or an extension power cable.
• Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does
not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
• This appliance must be earthed / grounded via the mains supply lead.
In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the
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risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric
current.
• This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipmentearthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding
power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet socket that is installed and earthed / grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
• This appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding
door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the
appliance, in such a way that a full opening of the appliance door is
restricted.
Operation
• Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to
operate the appliance.
• Do not attempt to separate any panels or disassemble the appliance.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance. All repairs and
servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel unless
specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual. Use only
authorized factory parts.
• Do not push down the door excessively, when the appliance door is
open.
• Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.
• Do not wash rugs, mats, shoes or pet blankets, stuffed toys, or any
other items other than clothes or sheets, in this machine.
• Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free of
combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Do not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the door
or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.
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• Do not put in, wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances
(such as waxes, wax removers, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers,
drycleaning solvents, kerosene, petrol, spot removers, turpentine,
vegetable oil, cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, etc.). Improper use can
cause fire or explosion.
• Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances (ether,
benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, gasoline,
thinner, petroleum, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near
the appliance.
• Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the
drum has completely stopped.
• Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.
• In case of a water leak from the appliance or flood, disconnect the
power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information
centre.
• Turn off water taps 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 should be replaced after 5 years.
• If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.) within
the home, do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the
area immediately.
• If the drain hose or inlet hose is frozen during winter, use it only after
thawing.
• Keep all washing detergents, softener and bleach away from
children.
• Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet
hands.
• Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.
• Avoid touching any water that is drained from the appliance during
the wash.
• Make sure that drainage is working properly. If water is not drained
properly, your floor may get flooded.
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• 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.
Maintenance
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning the
appliance. Setting the controls to the OFF or stand by position does
not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
• Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely
removing any moisture and dust.
• Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always
grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet
socket.
• Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre
should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG
Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the
appliance in a different location.
Disposal
• Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable
directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse.
• Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and
styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause
suffocation.
• Remove the door before disposing of or discarding this appliance to
avoid the danger of children or small animals getting trapped inside.
INSTALLATION
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Parts and Specifications
NOTE
• Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance.
Front View
a Control Panel
b Detergent Dispenser Drawer
c Drum
d Door
e Cover Cap
f Drain Pump Filter
g Drain Plug
h Levelling Feet
Rear View
a Power Plug
b Transit Bolts
c Drain Hose
Accessories
*1:This feature is only available on some models.
a Cold Supply Hose*1
b Spanner
c Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes*1
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d Anti–slip Sheets*1
e Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose*1
f Tie Strap*1
Specifications
Model WVC9-1410W
Power Supply 220‒240 V~ / 50 Hz
Dimension (Width X
Depth X Height)
Product Weight 73 kg
600 mm X 560 mm X
850 mm
Installation Place
Requirements
Before installing the appliance, check the following
information to make sure that the appliance
should be installed in a correct place.
Installation Location
• This appliance must be installed on firm flooring
to minimize vibration during the spin cycle.
Concrete flooring is best, being far less prone to
vibration during the spin cycle than wooden
floorboards or a carpeted surface.
• If it is impossible to avoid positioning the
appliance next to a gas cooker or coal burning
stove, an insulation (850 X 600 mm) covered with
aluminum foil on the side facing the cooker or
stove must be inserted between the two
appliances.
• Ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is
easily accessible for an engineer in the event of a
breakdown.
• When installing the appliance, adjust all four feet
using the transit bolt spanner provided to
ensure the appliance is stable.
floor moldings that may increase the required
clearances.
B
A C
C
A 100 mm
B 5 mm
C 20 mm
WARNING
• This appliance must only be used for domestic
household purposes and should not be used in
mobile applications.
NOTE
• Never try to level any uneven floor by putting
pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials
under the appliance.
Wooden Floors (Suspended
Floors)
When installing the appliance on wooden floors,
use rubber cups to reduce excessive vibration and
unbalance. Timber or suspended type flooring may
contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance,
errors and malfunction.
Floor Installation
To ensure sufficient clearance for water inlet hoses,
drain hose and airflow, allow minimum clearances
of at least 20 mm at the sides and 100 mm behind
the appliance. Be sure to allow for wall, door, or
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• To reduce vibration, we recommend placing at
least 15 mm thickness of rubber caps
each adjusting foot of the appliance, secured to
at least two floor beams with screws.
• If possible, install the appliance in one of the
corners of the room, where the floor is more
stable.
• Fit the rubber cups to reduce vibration.
a under
CAUTION
• If the appliance is installed on the unstable floor
(e.g. wooden floor), the warranty does not cover
any damages and cost occurred due to the
installation on the unstable floor.
NOTE
• You can purchase rubber cups (part No.
4620ER4002B) from the LG service centre.
Ventilation
• Make sure that air circulation around the
appliance should not be impeded by carpets,
rugs, etc.
Ambient Temperature
• Connect the appliance to an earthed socket in
accordance with current wiring regulations.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the
plug is easily accessible.
• Power outlet must be within 1 meter of either
side of the appliance.
WARNING
• Repairs to the appliance must only be carried out
by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or
serious malfunctioning. Contact your local
authorised LG repairer.
• The power plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet socket that is installed and
grounded/earthed in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Unpacking the Appliance
Lifting the Appliance Off the
Foam Base
* This feature may vary depending on the model
purchased.
After removing the carton and shipping material,
lift the appliance off the foam base.
• Do not install the appliance in rooms where
freezing temperatures 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 winter and
temperatures are below freezing, place the
appliance at room temperature for a few hours
before putting it into operation.
Electrical Connection
• Do not use an extension cord or double adapter.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the
water supply after use.
*
• Make sure the tub support
the base and is not stuck to the bottom of the
appliance.
• If you must lay the appliance down to remove
the carton base b , always protect the side of the
appliance and lay it carefully on its side. Do not
lay the appliance on its front or back.
a* comes off with
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Removing the Transit Bolts
Assemblies
To prevent the appliance from severe vibration and
breakage, remove transit bolts and retainers.
1
Starting with the bottom two transit bolts a,
use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all
transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise.
2
Remove the bolt assemblies by wiggling them
slightly while pulling them out.
3
Install the hole caps.
• Locate the hole caps
accessory pack or attached on the back.
b included in the
Levelling the Appliance
Checking the Level
When pushing down the edges of the top plate
diagonally, the appliance should not move up and
down at all (check both directions).
• If the appliance rocks when pushing the top
plate of the appliance diagonally, adjust the feet
again.
• Check whether the appliance is perfectly level
after installation.
NOTE
• Timber or suspended type flooring may
contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance.
Reinforcement or bracing of the timber floor
may need to be considered to stop or reduce
excessive noise and vibration.
Adjusting and Levelling the
Feet
When installing the appliance, the appliance
should be aligned and perfectly level. If the
appliance is not aligned and level properly, the
appliance may be damaged or may not operate
properly.
NOTE
• Save the transit bolts and retainers for future
use.
• Transport this appliance for the prevention of
breakage as below:
- The transit bolts are reinstalled.
- The power cord is secured to the back of the
appliance.
1
Turn the levelling feet as required if the floor is
uneven.
• Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the
feet.
• Make sure that all four feet are stable and
resting on the floor.
NOTE
• Do not install the washing machine on a plinth,
stand or elevated surface unless it is
manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this
model.
2
Check if the appliance is perfectly level using a
spirit level a.
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NOTE
• Proper placement and levelling of the appliance
will ensure long, regular, and reliable operation.
• The appliance must be 100% horizontal and
stand firmly in position on a hard flat floor.
• It must not ‘Seesaw’ across corners under the
load.
• Do not let the feet of the appliance get wet.
Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise.
Using Anti-Slip Sheets
This feature may vary depending on the model
purchased.
If you install the appliance on a slippery surface, it
may move because of excessive vibration.
Incorrect levelling may cause malfunction through
noise and vibration. If this occurs, install the antislip sheets under the levelling feet and adjust the
level.
1
Clean the floor to attach the anti-slip sheets.
• Use a dry rag to remove and clean foreign
objects and moisture. If moisture remains,
the anti-slip sheets may slip.
3
Secure the levelling feet with the lock nuts b
by turning anti-clockwise against the bottom of
the appliance.
4
Check if all lock nuts at the bottom of the
appliance are secured properly.
2
Adjust the level after placing the appliance in
the installation area.
3
Place the adhesive side a of the anti-slip
sheets on the floor.
• The most effective way is to install the antislip sheets under the front feet. If it is
difficult to place the sheets under the front
feet of the appliance, attach them under the
rear feet.
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Put the appliance on the anti-slip sheets.
• Do not attach the adhesive side
slip sheets to the feet of the appliance.
a of anti-
NOTE
• Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG
Electronics service centre.
Connecting the Water
Supply Hose
• Do not use mechanical devices such as multi
grips to tighten the water supply hose. Ensure
that the curved end of the water supply hose is
connected to the appliance.
Note for Connection
• Water pressure must be between 100 kPa and
800 kPa (1.0 – 8.0 kgf/cm²). If the water pressure
is more than 800 kPa, a decompression device
should be installed.
• Periodically check the condition of the water
supply hose and replace the water supply hose if
necessary.
NOTE
• If the water pressure is near or over 800 kPa, a
water pressure reduction device should be
installed to both taps.
• Exceeding 65 °C can damage some clothes.
• Temperatures below 4 °C can cause hoses to
freeze and burst and unfavourable wash results
due to undissolved detergent.
• Cold inlet Water Temperatures over 25 °C can
cause damage to clothes such as delicate
Woollens
• Do not overtighten the water supply hose or use
mechanical devices to tighten onto the inlet
valves.
• No further backflow protection required for
connection to the water inlet.
Connecting the Hose to the
Water Tap
Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread
Screw the supply hose connector onto the water
supply tap. Hand tighten only with the aid of a soft
cloth. Do not overtighten the supply hose with any
mechanical device.
NOTE
• After connecting the water inlet hose to the
water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out
foreign substances (dirt, sand, sawdust, and etc.)
in the water lines. Let the water drain into a
bucket, and check the water temperature.
Checking the Rubber Seal
Two rubber seals a are supplied with the water
supply hose. They are used to prevent water leaks.
Connection to taps is sufficiently tight.
Connecting the Hose to the
Appliance
Screw the supply hose to the water inlet valve on
the back of the appliance.
• Do not connect the hose to the hot water supply
for models with one water inlet. Connect to the
cold water supply only.
NOTE
• After completing connection, if water leaks from
the hose, repeat the same steps. Use the most
conventional type of tap for the water supply. In
case that the tap is square or too big, remove the
guide plate before inserting the tap into the
adaptor.
INSTALLATION
• If the drain hose is too long, do not force it back
into the appliance. This will cause abnormal
noise.
• When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it
tightly with string.
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Installing the Drain Hose
Installing the Drain Hose with
the Elbow Bracket
The drain hose should not be placed higher than
100 cm above the floor. Water in the appliance may
not drain or may drain slowly.
• Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the
floor from damage due to water leakage.
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