Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters - LG WM3470HVA Owner's Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the water inlet filters

Clean the water inlet filters periodically to prevent clogging.
Take extra care to clean the water inlet filters for areas using
hard water. Water may not be supplied if there are foreign
objects, such as rust, sand, or stones in the water inlet
filters.
A
1
Press to turn off the washing machine and pull out
the plug.
2
Turn off the faucets connected with the water inlets.
3
Remove the water inlets.
4
Pull out the water inlet filter.
Inlet Filter
5
Remove foreign objects from the water filter inlet.
- Soak the water filter inlets in white vinegar or a lime
scale remover or use a toothbrush to remove foreign
objects and rinse thoroughly.
6
Press the water filter inlets back into place.
7
Reattach the water lines to the washing machine.
WARNING
Unplug the power cord and turn off the faucets before
y
cleaning. Failure to do so may cause electric shock.
Do not use the washing machine without the inlet
y
filters. If you use the washing machine without the
inlet filters it will cause leaks and malfunction.
If you use the washing machine in an area with hard
y
water, the inlet filter may clog due to lime buildup.
Contact your nearest LG customer service center if the
inlet filter is not clean or is missing.
NOTE
message will blink on the display when the water
y
P
pressure in the detergent drawer is weak or an inlet
filter is clogged with dirt. Clean the inlet filter.