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global_main.book.book Page 1 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM
OWNER'S MANUAL
WASHING MACHINE
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
FV1408S4*N
MFL71774497
Rev.00_030321
Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 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 FV1408S4*N www.lg.com MFL71774497 Rev.00_030321 Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Wash Load ................21 Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............21 Programme Table ....................24 Extra Options and Functions ................28 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................31 Smart Diagnosis ....................33 MAINTENANCE Cleaning After Every Wash................34 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically & Performing an Emergency Water Evacuation......................35...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    global_main.book.book Page 3 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
  • Page 4 global_main.book.book Page 4 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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.
  • Page 5 global_main.book.book Page 5 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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 is equipped with a power cord having an equipment- earthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding power plug.
  • Page 6 • 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.
  • Page 7 • 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.
  • Page 8: Installation Parts And Specifications

    global_main.book.book Page 8 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Rear View Control Panel Power Plug Detergent Dispenser Drawer Transit Bolts Drum Drain Hose...
  • Page 9 global_main.book.book Page 9 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION Accessories *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. Cold Supply Hose Anti–slip Sheets Spanner Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes Tie Strap Specifications Model...
  • Page 10: Installation Place Requirements

    global_main.book.book Page 10 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION Installation Place WARNING Requirements • This appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes and should not be used in Before installing the appliance, check the following mobile applications. information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place.
  • Page 11: Unpacking The Appliance

    INSTALLATION grounded/earthed in accordance with all local NOTE codes and ordinances. • You can purchase rubber cups (part No. 4620ER4002B) from the LG service centre. Unpacking the Appliance Lifting the Appliance Off the Ventilation Foam Base • Make sure that air circulation around the...
  • Page 12: Levelling The Appliance

    global_main.book.book Page 12 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION Starting with the bottom two transit bolts • If the appliance rocks when pushing the top use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all plate of the appliance diagonally, adjust the feet transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise.
  • Page 13: Connecting The Water Supply Hose

    Page 13 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this slip sheets under the levelling feet and adjust the model. level. Clean the floor to attach the anti-slip sheets. • Use a dry rag to remove and clean foreign Check if the appliance is perfectly level using a objects and moisture.
  • Page 14 global_main.book.book Page 14 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION • Periodically check the condition of the water Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap Without supply hose and replace the water supply hose if Thread necessary. Loosen the 4 fixing screws NOTE •...
  • Page 15: Installing The Drain Hose

    global_main.book.book Page 15 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION Connecting One Touch Type Hose to Tap NOTE Without Thread • After connecting the water inlet hose to the Unscrew the adapter ring plate and loose water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out the 4 fixing screws.
  • Page 16 global_main.book.book Page 16 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM INSTALLATION • Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage. 105 cm • If the drain hose is too long, do not force it back into the appliance.
  • Page 17: Operation Operation Overview

    global_main.book.book Page 17 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview • Add the proper amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. If desired, add bleach or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of Using the Appliance the dispenser. Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash programme and add a half amount of the Turn on the appliance.
  • Page 18: Control Panel

    • This allows you to select an additional programmes and will light when selected. Remote Start With the LG ThinQ app, you can use a smartphone to control your appliance remotely. • In order to use this function, refer to SMART FUNCTIONS.
  • Page 19 global_main.book.book Page 19 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Description Customizing Washing Programme Buttons Use these buttons to adjust the water temperature or spin speed settings for the selected programme. • The current settings are shown in the display. •...
  • Page 20 global_main.book.book Page 20 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Description lights up when the control panel is locked except for the Power button. lights up when the appliance is connected to Wi-Fi network at home. lights up when the remote control feature is activated. lights up when the programme starts and the door is locked.
  • Page 21: Preparing The Wash Load

    global_main.book.book Page 21 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Preparing the Wash Load NOTE Sort the wash load for best washing results, and • The dashes under the symbol give you then prepare the clothes according to the symbols information about the type of fabric and the on their care labels.
  • Page 22 global_main.book.book Page 22 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION detergents that are suitable for Drum (front • Minimum load: 1/3 of full load. load) type washers. • If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount. Using the Dispenser •...
  • Page 23 global_main.book.book Page 23 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Adding Water Softener maximum fill line can cause it to dispense too early, which may stain the clothes. A water softener, such as anti-limescale can be used to cut down on the use of detergent in areas with high water hardness level.
  • Page 24: Programme Table

    global_main.book.book Page 24 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme Cotton 40 ℃ (Cold to 95 ℃) Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled clothes by combining various drum motions. • Pressing the Start/Pause button without selecting a programme will cause the Cotton programme to begin immediately, using the default settings.
  • Page 25 global_main.book.book Page 25 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Hand/Wool 30 ℃ (Cold to 40 ℃) Max. Load 2 kg Description Washes hand-washable and machine-washable delicate clothes such as washable wool, lingerie, dresses etc. • Use detergent for machine washable woolens. Sportswear 40 ℃...
  • Page 26 global_main.book.book Page 26 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Programme Intensive Pre Wash Cotton Eco 40-60 Mixed Fabric Easy Care Slient Wash Allergy Care Baby Steam Care Delicates Hand/Wool Sportswear Speed 14 Duvet Selectable Maximum Spin Speed Spin Speed Programme Default Available...
  • Page 27 global_main.book.book Page 27 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Spin Speed Programme Default Available Speed 14 400 rpm Duvet 1000 rpm Up to 1000 rpm NOTE • Actual maximum spin speed may vary depending on the load conditions. The values above are rounded to the nearest hundred.
  • Page 28: Extra Options And Functions

    global_main.book.book Page 28 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Extra Options and Add detergent. Functions Select a washing programme. You can use the extra options and functions to customize the programmes. Customize the washing programme (Temp., Customizing a Washing Spin, Rinse+ and Intensive) as necessary.
  • Page 29 global_main.book.book Page 29 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION Add Item time may vary due to water temperature, clothes You can use this option in order to add or remove and other factors. clothes after the washing programme has started. •...
  • Page 30 global_main.book.book Page 30 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM OPERATION • Press and hold the Rinse+ and Pre Wash buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate/activate this function.
  • Page 31: Smart Functions

    Page 31 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application notifications on a smartphone. The notifications are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is off. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone.
  • Page 32 You can also monitor your cycle operation so you know how much time is left in the • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network cycle. connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network Using this function connection.
  • Page 33: Smart Diagnosis

    Follow the instructions below to use the audible are available for download. diagnosis method. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu.
  • Page 34: Maintenance

    global_main.book.book Page 34 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. •...
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Appliance Periodically & Performing An Emergency Water Evacuation

    global_main.book.book Page 35 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Appliance WARNING Periodically & Performing • Leave the door open to dry inside of the an Emergency Water appliance only if the children are supervised at home. Evacuation Tub Clean Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter This is a special function to help clean the inside of...
  • Page 36 global_main.book.book Page 36 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter CAUTION and Performing an Emergency • Be careful when draining, as the water may be Water Evacuation hot. The drain filter collects threads and small objects •...
  • Page 37 global_main.book.book Page 37 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM MAINTENANCE Reassemble the components of the drawer to the proper compartments and insert the drawer.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Operation of your appliance can lead to errors and malfunctions. The following tables contain possible causes and notes for resolving an error message or malfunction. It is recommended to read the tables carefully below in order to save your time and money that may cost for calling to LG Electronics service centre.
  • Page 39 • Check and clean the drain filter. Door sensor malfunctions. dE dE1 dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR • Please call LG service centre. You can find your local LG service centre phone number in the warranty card. This is a control error. CONTROL ERROR •...
  • Page 40 global_main.book.book Page 40 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Thumping sound Heavy clothes may produce a thumping sound. This is usually normal. • If the sound continues, the appliance is probably out of balance. Stop and redistribute the clothes.
  • Page 41 global_main.book.book Page 41 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Control panel has powered off due to inactivity. operate. • This is normal. Press the Power button to turn the appliance on. Appliance is unplugged.
  • Page 42 global_main.book.book Page 42 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance is not filling Inlet filter clogged. properly. • Make sure the inlet filters on the fill valves are not clogged. Inlet hoses may be kinked. •...
  • Page 43 global_main.book.book Page 43 Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Staining Bleach or softener is dispensed too soon. • Dispenser compartment is overfilled. It makes bleach or softer dispensed rapidly. Always measure bleach or softener to prevent overfilling. •...
  • Page 44 • Find the Wi-Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it, then not connected to the register your appliance on LG ThinQ. Wi-Fi network. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi-Fi network.
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