LG WM2240CS Owner's Manual page 25

T roubleshooting guide
Problem
Wash cycle time is • The washer automatically adjusts the
longer than usual wash time for the amount of laundry,
water pressure, water temperature,
and other operating conditions.
Musty or mildewy • Inside of tub not cleaned properly.
odor in washer
The display shows: • Load is too small.
• Load is out of balance.
• The washer has an imbalance
detection and correction system. If
individual heavy articles are loaded
(bath mat, bath robe, etc.) and the
imbalance is too great, the washer
will make several attempts to restart
the spin cycle. If an imbalance is still
detected, the washer will stop and the
error code will be displayed.
The display shows: • Control error.
The display shows: • Water level is too high due to a faulty
water valve.
The display shows: • The water level sensor is not working
correctly.
The display shows: • Thermal overload protection circuit in
the motor has been tripped.
The display shows: • A power failure has occurred.
Possible Cause Solution
• This is normal. The washer adjusts cycle time
automatically to provide optimal results for the selected
cycle.
• Run the TUB CLEAN cycle regularly. Be sure to wipe
around and under the door seal frequently.
• Clean around door seal/glass to prevent odor or
mildew:
1. wipe dry the door seal/glass and the door opening
area.
2. wipe around the inner drum/door seal and the lower
door seal.
• Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.
• Rearrange items to help balance the load.
• Unplug the washer and call for service.
• Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call for
service.
• Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call for
service.
• Allow the washer to stand for 30 minutes to allow the
motor to cool; then restart the cycle. If the LE error code
still appears, unplug the washer and call for service.
• Restart the cycle.
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