LG WM3431H* User's Manual
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1. Lower Cover Cap Ra e Adjustable Feet e Drain Pump Filter Drain Plug E Name Front loading Washing Machine Power supply 120V 60Hz E Size 233 g X 253 g X 331 4 inches 595 X 645 X 845 mm E Weight 147 lbs 66 7 kg E Wash capacity 2 11 cu ft Dry capacity 2 11 cu ft Max 813 4 glbs 4 kg E Spin speed 1400 rpm max WM3431H 1200 rom max WM3434H E Permissible water pressure 4 5 145 PSI 30 1000 kPa Specifications subject to change by manufacturer er May Tie strap Wrench to secure drain hose to standpipe Hot Cold 1 each inlet hose or laundry tub E Accessories gp aan Install or store unit where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outside weather conditions Properly ground washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances To reduce the risk of electric shock do not install the washer in humid spaces The base opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when the washing machine is installed on a carpeted floor In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in clean condition at all times Damage caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the appliance warranty E Shipping bolts The appliance is fitted with shipping bolts i to prevent internal damag2. LG WM3431H WM3434H website http www LGservice com e mail http www LGEservice com techsup html Washing Machine OWNER S MANUAL Please read this manual carefully It provides instructions on safe installation use and maintenance Retain it for future reference Record the model and serial numbers of your machine and report this information to your dealer if your machine requires service P iii Feature E Automatic Process From Washing To Drying Automatic process from washing to drying can be selected easily CPD E More economical by Intelligent Wash System YES Intelligent Wash System detects the amount of load and water temperature and then determines the optimum water level and washing time to minimize energy and water consumption E Direct Drive System The advanced Brushless DC motor directly drives the drum without belt and pulley O Delay Wash Child Lock ies pleas wa BEJ The Child Lock prevents children from pressing any button to change the settings during operation E Built in Heater Internal heater automatically heats the water to the best temperature on selected cycles E Low noise speed control system By sensing the amount of load and balance it evenly distributes EF ie the spinning noise level lf the washing machine is turned off by a power failure it will restart Ka na automatically from the position it stopped at adjusting accordingly Importan
3. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS U S DISTRIBUTOR SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO e Service trips to your home to deliver pick up and or install the product instruct or replace house fuses or correct wiring or correction of unauthorized repairs e Damages or operating problems that result from misuse abuse operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide accident vermin fire flood improper installation acts of God unauthorized modification or alteration incorrect electrical current or voltage or commercial use or use for other than intended purpose The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS To obtain Customer A
4. contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Do not use an adapter or extension cord Do not remove ground prong If you don t have the proper outlet consult an electrician A WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it does not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician S Shipping Bolts Power Plug e f the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its authorized service technician in order to avoid a hazard Control Panel Drain Hose Dispenser Door
5. option to prevent unwanted use of the washer Press and hold Delay Wash button for 3 seconds to lock unlock conitrol e When Child lock is set lights and all buttons are disabled except the Power 1 button You can lock the washer while it is operating DOOR LOCKED e Lights whenever the door of the washer is locked The door can be unlocked by pressing the Start Pause P button to stop the washer It will unlock after 1 2 minutes ei If the water temperature or the level is too high the door cannot be unlocked Do not try to force the door open when DOOR LOCKED COA lights on V iii Before cleaning the washer interior unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards When disposing of the appliance cut off the mains cable destroy the plug and disable the door lock to prevent young children being trapped inside m The water inlet filter 4E error message will blink on the control panel when water does not enter the detergent drawer If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit the water inlet filter may become clogged We recommend cleaning it every few months 1 Turn off the EW 2 Unscrew the water tap water inlet hose 3 Clean the _ 4 Tighten the filter using a inlet hose hard bristle brush The drain pump filter The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry Check regularly that the filter is clea
6. washing machines m Winterizing instructions If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing temperatures follow these winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer 1 Turn off water supply tap 2 Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses 3 4 Add 1 gallon 3 8 2 nontoxic recreational vehicle RV antifreeze to empty wash Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet drum Close door Set spin cycle and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out all the water Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled Unplug electrical power cord dry drum interior and close door Remove the two compartment container from the Dispenser Drain any water in compartments and dry the compartments Store washer in an upright position To remove antifreeze from washer after storage run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent Do not add laundry 19 T i guide This washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose problems at an early stage and react appropriately When the machine does not function properly or does not function at all check the following points before you call the Service Department Problem Rattling and clanking noise Thumping sound Vibrating noise Water leaks Excessive suds Water does not ente washer or it enters slowly Water in the washer doe
7. Drying Automatic guide Use your Automatic Cycles to dry most loads Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the exhaust to increase or decrease the drying temperature for faster reaction time and tighter temperature control e Recommended Dry selection according to fabric type a Perm Press Low Temp b If clothes are to be ironed Less c Cotton Towels Normal d Diapers More lez The estimated drying time varies from the actual drying time with an Automatic The type of fabric size of the load and the dryness selected affect drying time 2 Drying time guide By pressing the Dry button the drying time can be selected Timed dry can last up to 150 min When selecting Dry only drying will start after spinning These drying times are given as a guide to help you set your dryer for manual drying Drying times can vary greatly depending on dampness room temperature and type of fabric Your own experience will be your best guide Woolen Articles Do not tumble dry woolen articles Pull them to their original shape and dry them flat Woven and Loopknit Materials Some woven and loopknit materials may shrink by varying amounts depending on their quality Always stretch them out immediately after drying Permanent Press and Synthetics Do not overload your dryer Take out permanent press articles as soon as the dryer stops to reduce wrinkles Fiber or Leather Materials Always ch
8. comfortable to handle e Cold rinses save energy The Cold rinse temperatures depend on the cold water at your faucet 14 7 Spin speed To change the spin speed press the Spin Speed button repeatedly to cycle through available options 8 Soil Level To change the soil level press the Soil Level button repeatedly until the desired setting is on Dev to use washer 9 Dry e Drying options are easily selected with the Dry button For most even drying make sure all articles in the clothes load are similar in material and thickness Do not overload dryer by stuffing too many articles into drum Items must be able to tumble freely If you open door and remove load before dryer has finished its cycle remember to press the Start Pause button By pressing the Dry button you can select Norai gt wore gt time J gt Con J gt oTe gt tess Your dryer can handle a load of up to 9 Ibs 4 kg dry weight of articles e When drying cycle is completed Cool Down is displayed on the Multi display Cool Down is set automatically when the drying cycle is complete If clothes are not removed promptly when the drying cycle ends wrinkles can form e The Cool Down feature periodically tumbles rearranges and fluffs the load to avoid wrinkles for up to 4 hours e The f message will continue to display until the clothes are removed or the Start Pause button is pressed 1
9. e during transport e Packing and all shipping bolts must be removed before using the washer Packing Support When unpacking the base be sure to remove the additional packing support in the middle of the base packing E Removing shipping bolts 1 To prevent internal damage during 3 Take out the 4 bolts by twisting the transport 4 locking bolts are braces slightly Keep the 4 bolts and installed Before operating the the wrench for future use washer remove the bolts e Whenever the appliance is transported If they are not removed it may cause the shipping bolts must be replaced severe vibration noise and malfunction 4 Close the holes with the caps supplied 2 Unscrew the 4 bolts with the wrench supplied escalation E Installation place requirement Level floor Allowable slope under entire washer is 1 Power outlet Must be within 60 inches 1 5 m of either side of the washer Do not overload the outlet with more than one appliance approx Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Minimum installation spacing Additional spacing of 1 in 2 5 cm on all sides of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer e Most installations require a minimum 4 in 10 cm clearance behind the washer e Companion appliance spacing should a
10. eck the manufacturer s instructions Baby clothes and Night Gowns Always check the manufacturer s instructions Rubber and Plastics Do not dry any items made from or containing rubber or plastics such as a aprons bibs chair covers b curtains and table cloths c bathmats Fiber glass Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer Glass particles left in the dryer could be picked up by your clothes the next time you use the dryer and irritate your skin 15 ow to use washer OPTION 1 Soak Provides a set time for soaking then automatically moves into the wash cycle e Use this option to wash normal clothes or thick and heavy clothes which are excessively dirty 2 Extra Wash If the laundry is heavily soiled Extra Wash option is effective Available in Sanitary Cotton Towels Normal and Perm Press cycles 3 Rinse Spin Use this option to rinse and then spin 4 Spin Only Use this option to select spin cycle only 5 Dry Only When you want dry only select this option MULTI DISPLAY This display shows a the estimated time remaining in the cycle when operating b the error code when an error has been detected 16 STATUS INDICATOR Wash Jif Rinse Jl Spin HEZA These lights show which portion of the cycle the washer is operating CHILD LOCK Delay Wash Press amp Hold 3 sec N To set child lock Use this
11. ed fabrics Lint Lint Producers Collectors Wash lint producers and lint collectors separately 3 Check before loading Combine large and small items in a load Load large items first Large items should not be more than half the total wash load Do not wash single items This may cause an out of balance load Add one or two similar items Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty Things such TO ie as nails hair clip matches pens Gf coins and keys can damage both your washer and your clothes e Close zippers hooks and strings to make sure that these items don t snag on other clothes Pre treat dirt and stains by brushing a little detergent dissolved in water onto stains like collars and cuffs to help shift dirt RKA Do not wash or spin water proof clothes 10 padding detergent E Adding detergent and fabric softener 1 The Dispenser Drawer Detergent Fabric Liquid for wash softener Bleach 2 Adding Fabric Softener Softener level b k Do not exceed the maximum fill line Overfilling can cause early dispensing of the fabric softener which could stain clothes Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent drawer for more than 2 days Fabric softener could harden Softener will automatically be added during last rinse cycle Do not open the drawer when water is supplied e Solvents benzene etc are not allowable Do not pour fabric sof
12. f you live in a hard water area lime scale can continuously build up in places where it cannot be seen and it is not easily removed from the drum Over time the build up of scale clogs appliances and if it is not kept in check these will eventually have to be replaced Although the washing drum is made of Stainless steel specks of rust can be caused by small metal articles paper clips safety pins etc which have been left in the drum The washing drum should be cleaned from time to time If you use descaling agents dyes or bleaches make sure they are suitable for washing machine use e Descaler could contain components that can damage part of your washing machine e Remove the spots with a stainless steel cleaning agent e Never use steel wool 18 M ie Cleaning your washer 1 Exterior Proper care of your washer can extend its life The outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm water and a neutral non abrasive household detergent Immediately wipe off any spills with a damp cloth Try not to damage the surface with sharp objects IMPORTANT Do not use methylated spirit solvents or similar products Interior Dry around the washer door opening flexible gasket and door glass These areas should always be clean to ensure a water tight seal Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water Repeat process if necessary Kiji Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as safe for
13. hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period before using the washing machine turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Do not allow children to play on or in the washer Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children Before the washer is removed from service or discarded remove the door to prevent children from hiding inside Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with controls Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out e See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements e Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials e Interior of washer and condensing duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel e ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your dryer Items
14. lso be considered Drain Hose Washer E Positioning To minimize noise and vibration the washer MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor e Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended e Never install the washer on a platform or weakly supported structure Eia A firm solid floor is even more critical to a front loading washer than to a top loader lf your floor is wood and or frame construction you may need to reinforce it Front loaders use substantially faster spin speeds than top loaders causing greater vibration If the floor is not solid your washer will vibrate You will hear and feel the vibration throughout your house gg aan E Electrical connection Do not use an extension cord or double adapter If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard If the machine will not be used for an extended time unplug it and shut off the water supply e Connect the machine to a grounded outlet in accordance with current wiring regulations The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible Repairs to the washing machine must only be carried out by qualified personnel Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning Contact your local service center Do not install your washing machine in rooms where
15. ly is not adequate in area Water supply taps are not completely open Water inlet hose is bent The filter of the inlet hose clogged Drain hose is bent or clogged The drain filter is clogged e Load is too small e Load is out of balance The appliance has an imbalance detection and correction system If individual heavy articles are loaded bath mat bath robe etc and the imbalance is too great after several attempts to restart the spin cycle the machine will stop and the error code will be displayed Is the door opened or not completely closed The water overfills due to the faulty water valve The water level sensor malfunction Overload in motor Overload in motor Check water supply Check another tap in the house Fully open tap Straighten hose Check the filter of the inlet hose Clean and straighten the drain hose Clean the drain filter Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load Rearrange load to allow proper spinning Close the door completely If HE is not released call for service Unplug the power plug and call for service Close the water tap Unplug the power plug Call for service Turn the tap on xIf g HE is not released unplug power plug and call service arranty LG ELECTRONICS INC LG Washing Machine Limited Warranty USA Your LG Washing Machine will be repaired or replaced at LG s opti
16. n to ensure smooth running of your machine A CAUTION Drain using the drain hose before opening the pump filter to remove objects Be careful when draining if the water is hot e Allow the water to cool down before cleaning the drain pump filter 1 Open the lower cover 2 Unplug the drain plug 3 Remove any foreign cap with a tool allowing the water to flow out objects from the pump filter such as coin At this time use a vessel to After cleaning turn the Turn the drain plug prevent water from flowing pump filter clockwise 2 to pull out the onto the floor When water and insert the drain plug hose does not flow any more turn to the original place the pump filter open to Close the lower cover the left cap 17 M h E Dispenser drawer After a while detergents and fabric softeners leave a deposit in the drawer It should be cleaned from time to time with a jet of running water If necessary it can be removed completely from the machine by pressing the catch downward and by pulling it out To facilitate cleaning the upper part of the fabric softener compartment can be removed m The drawer recess l Detergent can also accumulate inside the recess which should be cleaned occasionally with an old toothbrush Once you have finished cleaning replace the drawer and run a rinse cycle without laundry E The washing drum l
17. ng of the washer ensure long regular and reliable operation e The washer must be absolutely horizontal and stand firmly in position e lt must not Seesaw across corners under load e The installation surface must be clean free from floor wax and other lubricant coatings e Do not let the feet of the washer get wet If the washer feet get wet slipping may occur 9 P i Before Washing 44 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance E Before the first washing Select the Normal cycle add about 1 2 the recommended amount of detergent in the dispenser and allow the unit to wash without clothing This will remove any residue from the drum that may remain after manufacturing 1 Fabric 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 2 Sorting To get the best results sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle Different fabrics need to be washed in different ways Always sort dark colors from pale colors and whites Wash separately as dye and lint transfer can occur Causing discoloration of white clothing If possible do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled ones Soil Heavy Normal Light Separate clothes according to amount of soil Color White Lights Darks Separate white fabrics from color
18. on if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period Warranty Period set forth below effective from the date Date of Purchase of original consumer purchase of the product This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States including Alaska Hawaii and U S Territories WARRANTY PERIOD HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED LABOR One Year from the Date of Purchase In Home Service Please retain dealer s dated bill PARTS except as listed below One Year from the of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the Date of Date of Purchase Purchase for proof of warranty and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the service person at the time Electronic Control Board 2 Years from the Date of warranty service is provided Purchase Drum Motor 7 Years from the Date of Purchase Please call 1 877 714 7486 and choose the appropriate option to locate your nearest LG Replacement Units and Repair Parts may be new or Authorized Service Center factory remanufactured Stainless Steel Drum Lifetime Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original unit s warranty period Or visit our website at http www lgservice com THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
19. otton blend Hot Cold clothing table cloths old Cold Dress shirts Cold Cold Delicates blouses nylons Warm Cold No spin sheer or Warm Warm Low Light lacy garment Woolens Silk Cold Cold Wool Silk identified as machine Warm Cold washable Warm Warm Tap Cold Cold Cold Cold Hand Items labeled l Light Washi hand washable Warm Cold Medium g Warm Warm No spin Hot Cold Extra High Light I Cold Cold i Normal Speed Lightly soiled Warm Cold Heavy Wash clothing Warm Warm i Automatic wash load weight detection P detects the load and optimizes the washing time After detecting the estimated time remaining in the cycle will be displayed 12 Dev to use washer Sanitary DSO Drain Spin 1 Power C e Use this button to turn the Power On Off 2 Cycles Rotate the Cycle selector knob to select cycle designed for different types of fabric and soil levels Each cycle has a preset Water Temperature Spin Speed Soil Level and Option See page 12 The preset settings can be changed anytime before Start ei This front load washer requires longer cycle time and gets clothes much cleaner yet is more gentle on the fabrics than top load washers Washing time can be reduced significantly for small loads or lightly soiled loads by selecting Speed Wash with the Cycle knob and setting the Soil Level button at Light T Delay Wash PF Pres
20. s amp Held 3 s amp Hold 3 sec set child lock Extra Rinse O Soak O Extra Hot Cold O Extra High O Heavy O Time O Extra Wash O Hot Cold O High O T O More O Rinse Spin Warm Warm Medium O Normal O Normal O Spin Only Warm Cold O Low OI O Less O Dry Only O Cold Cold No Spin O Light O Low Temp Ne LF A N Option Wash Spin Soil Dry Rinse Speed Level 3 Start Pause Pll Use this button to start stop the washer 4 Delay Wash Allows the start of any cycle to be delayed for 1 19 hours e Choose the wash cycle for your load and then press the Delay Wash button once for one hour or press the button again to increase the delay wash time up to 19 hours in one hour increments 5 Extra Rinse This option provides an additional rinse Use this option to ensure the removal of detergent or bleach residue from garments 13 ow to use washer 6 Wash Rinse Temperature e Select a water temperature based on the type of load you are washing Follow the fabric care label and chart below for best results Suggested Wash Temp Garment Kitchen towels sheets and baby garments Whites and Heavy soiled color fast items Extra Hot Hot Warm Most loads Brightly colored items Cold washable woolens e Warm rinses leave the loads dryer than cold rinses Warm rinses increase wrinkling In cold climates a warm rinse makes the load more
21. s not drain or drains slowly 20 Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in drum or pump e Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound This is normal Have all the transit bolts and packing been removed e Wash load may be unevenly distributed in the drum Are all the feet resting firmly on the ground Fill hose connection is loose at tap or washer House drain pipes are clogged Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent Water supply is not adequate in area e Water supply tap is not completely open Water inlet hose is bent e The filter of the inlet hose clogged Drain hose is bent or clogged The drain filter is clogged Stop washer and check drum and drain filter If noise continues after washer is restarted call for service If sound continues washer is probably out of balance Stop and rearrange wash load See Installation Instructions for removing shipping bolts Stop washer and rearrange wash load Adjust the leveling feet Make sure all four feet are in firm contact with the floor while the washer is in the spin cycle with a load Check and tighten hose connections Unclog drain pipe Contact plumber if necessary Reduce detergent amount or use low sudsing detergent Check another tap in the house Fully open tap Straighten hose Check the filter of the inlet hose Clean and straighten the drain hose Clean the drain fil
22. ssistance Product Infor Call 1 877 714 7486 24 hours a day 365 days per year mation or Dealer or Authorized Service Center and select the appropriate option from the menu location Or visit our website at http www lgservice com TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL LG Customer Interactive Center P O Box 240007 201 James Record Road Huntsville Alabama 35824 23 ATTN CIC LG Electronics Inc P No 3828ER3037P
23. sting on the floor and then check that the appliance is perfectly level use a spirit level X After the washer is level tighten the lock nuts up towards of the base of the washer All lock nuts must be tightened ea feet Adjustable feet Diag onal Check pur When pushing down the edges of the washing machine top plate diagonally the machine should not move up and down at all Please l check both of two directions If machine rocks when pushing the machine top plate diagonally adjust the feet again E Concrete floors e The installation surface must be clean dry and level e Install washer on a flat hard floor E Tile floors Slippery floors e Position each foot on the Tread Mat and level the machine to suit Cut the Tread Mat into 2 3 4 inch squares and stick the pieces to the dry tile where machine is to be placed X Tread Mat is a self adhesive material used on ladders amp steps to prevent slipping E Wooden floors e Wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration e To prevent vibration we recommend you place rubber cups under each foot at least 15mm thick under the washer secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws e If possible install the washer in one of the corners of the room where the floor is more stable X Insert the rubber cups to reduce vibration X You can obtain the rubber cups p no 4620ER4002B from the LG parts dept Rubber Cup Important e Proper placement and levelli
24. t Safety Informati On EEEEEE 3 SSC IMC AO Mere eo r mm 4 PMS UA OMI ee es een cacti weceseeate ios oe te aedoeeane sees oc oe a __ ga 5 Preparation Before Washing liEi ke 10 Adding detergenl iE LhE kk kk kk kk k k A ka 11 ele E E E E E A E N E E E T E 12 How to Use Washer i e k kk kk kk kk KK K kK A KA 13 Ye lala Cs aire daeeacceidechaeatpca dou a eade acess 17 Troubleshooting Gu de ke 20 VIN AM cate tt nan n dran eee we ee bee sons Siwe ee ey ne O Kene DE Ow 23 mportant Safety Information READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using the washer follow basic precautions including the following e Read all instructions before using the washer Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not add gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Under certain conditions
25. t cannot break away and cause flooding and damage about 67 Properly securing the drain hose will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage Laundry tub in about 70 about 39 N about 49 The drain hose should not be placed higher than 40 above the floor Properly securing the drain hose will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for mobile installations such as in RV s aircraft etc Turn off the faucet if the machine is to be left for an extended period of time e g holiday When disposing of the appliance cut off the power cable and destroy the plug Disable the door lock to prevent young children being trapped inside Packaging material e g Films Styrofoam can be dangerous for children There is a risk of suffocation Keep all packaging from children 8 nstallation E Level adjustment 1 Adjusting the washing machine level properly prevents excessive noise and vibration Install the appliance on a solid and level floor surface preferably in a N corner of the room Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance errors 2 If the floor is uneven adjust the adjustable feet as required do not insert pieces of wood etc under the feet Make sure that all four feet are stable and re
26. temperatures below freezing may occur Frozen hoses may burst under pressure The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point If the appliance is delivered in the winter months and temperatures are below freezing Store the washing machine at room temperature for a few hours before putting it into operation E Washing Machine is to be connected to the water mains using new hoses Old hoses should not be used E Connecting water supply hose Water supply pressure must be between 4 5 and 145 PSI 30 1000 kPa Do not crossthread when connecting inlet hose to the valve If the water supply pressure is more than 145 PSI a pressure reducing device should be installed Two Sealing washers are supplied with the water inlet hoses to prevent water leaks Check for leakage of washing machine connections by turning the tap completely on e Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary Sealing washer Make sure that there is no kink in the hose and that it is not crushed Be sure that the two water input ports are connected to the correct water faucets The connector for hot water is colored red Hot water tap lt lt Cold Hot escalation E Installation of drain hose about 63 e When installing the drain hose at a sink secure it so i
27. tener directly on the clothes 3 The liquid bleach dispenser Do not open the dispenser drawer during water fill cycle e Bleach will be dispensed automatically after the detergent has had time to work Do not exceed the maximum fill line Level marking 4 Detergent usage e High efficiency HE detergent is recommended for this washer Use the manufacturer s recommended amount lf high efficiency HE detergent is not available a reduced amount of regular detergent may be used e Because reducing the amount of detergent may reduce cleaning it is important to pretreat stains sort carefully by color and soil level and avoid overloading Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature water hardness size and soil level of the load For best results avoid using too much detergent e Detergent is dispensed at the beginning of the cycle 11 Kejydes Select cycles designed for different types of fabric and soil levels f Wash Rinse l Soil Rinse Auto Load Extra Hot Cold Heavily soiled underwear work clothes diapers etc Sanitary Cotton Cotton linen Warm Warm towels shirts Hot Cold sheets Cold Cold Warm Cold High Normal Mixed loads Extra High Heavy Warm W Normal work clothes aA No spin Light Towels jeans shirts Cold Cold Dress shirts Warm Cold B r pants wrinkle free Press j clothing poly Warm Warm c
28. ter T elidel aid guide Problem Washer does not start Washer won t spin Door does not open Wash cycle time delayed Dry problem Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose House fuse is blown circuit breaker tripped or a power outage has occurred e Water supply tap is not turned on Check that the door is firmly shut The washing time may vary by the amount of laundry water pressure water temperature and other using conditions e Does not dry Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Do not increase fuse capacity If problem is a circuit overload have it corrected by a qualified electrician Turn on water supply tap Close the door and press the Start Pause button After pressing the Start Pause button it may take a few moments before the clothes washer begins to spin The door must lock before spin can be achieved Once started the door can not be opened for safety reasons Wait one or two minutes before opening the door to give the electric locking mechanism time to release If an imbalance is detected or if the suds removing program operates the wash time shall be increased Do not overload Check that the washer is draining properly to extract adequate water from the load Clothes load is too small to tumble properly Add a few towels 21 Ree eating guide 22 Water supp
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