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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. WD1409HPW www.lg.com MFL67890435...
TABLE OF CONTENTS This manual is produced for a group of products and may contain images or content different from the model you purchased. This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........03 Important Safety Instructions ...............05 INSTALLATION ............08 Specifications ..................08 Accessories ..................09...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the product. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below. This symbol is displayed to the indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
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GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. • 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.
• Never attempt to operate this appliance • Only an authorized repair person from if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially an LG Electronics service centre should disassembled, or has missing or broken disassemble, repair, or modify the parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
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These • In case of a water leak, stop using the products contain poisonous materials. product and contact an LG Electronics service centre. Unplug the unit from the • Do not plug multiple products into...
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Technical Safety for Using the • Oil-affected items can ignite Tumble Dryer spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as in a • Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer. The items become warm, appliance. causing an oxidation reaction in the oil.
INSTALLATION Specifications Transit bolts. (Must be removed before use) Power plug Drawer Control panel Drum Door Drain hose Drain plug Drain pump filter Cover cap (Location may vary depending on products) Adjustable feet • Power supply : 220‒240 V~, 50 Hz •...
Accessories Cold Inlet hose Spanner Elbow Bracket Anti–slip sheets Caps for covering Tie strap (1EA) (for securing drain (2EA) shipping bolt holes (Optional in some (Option : Hot (1EA)) hose) (Optional in some countries only) countries only)
Installation Place Requirements • Do not install your washing machine in rooms where freezing temperatures may occur. Frozen hoses may Location burst under pressure. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point. • Please ensure that when the washing machine is installed, it is easily accessible for an engineer in the event of a breakdown.
Unpacking and Removing Install the hole caps. Shipping Bolts (Transit bolts) • Locate the hole caps included in the accessory pack and install them in the shipping bolt holes. Lift the washing machine off the foam base. • After removing the carton and shipping material, lift the washing machine off the foam base.
• It is most effective to install the non-skid pads • You can obtain rubber cups (p/no.4620ER4002B) from under the front legs. If it is difficult to place the an LG Service Centre. pads under the front legs, place them under the NOTE back legs.
• Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance. • Do not install the washer on a raised platform, plinth or stand, unless it is manufactured and specified for its purpose by LG Electronics. Hose connector Rubber seal...
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Connecting Hose to Water Tap Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Connecting screw-type hose to tap with thread Tighten the four fixing screws. Screw the hose connector onto the water supply tap. Push the inlet hose vertically upwards so that the rubber seal within the hose can adhere completely to the tap and then tighten it by screwing it to the...
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Connecting Hose to Washing Machine Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose and that Tighten the adapter ring plate and the four fixing they are not crushed.
Installation of Drain Hose Electrical Connections (In the UK Only) • The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor. Water in the washing machine The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance may not drain or may drain slowly.
OPERATION Using the Washing Machine Choose the desired washing cycle. • Press the Cycle button repeatedly or turn the Before the first wash, select a cycle (Cotton 60 °C, add cycle selector knob until the desired cycle is a half load of detergent), allow the washing machine selected.
Sorting Iaundry Caring before loading. • Combine large and small items in a load. Load Look for a care label on your clothes. large items first. • This will tell you about the fabric content of your • Large items should not be more than half the garment and how it should be washed.
Adding Cleaning Products NOTE • Do not let the detergent harden. Detergent Dosage Doing so may lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or odour. • Detergent should be used according to the instruction of the detergent manufacturer and selected according •...
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Using tablet • Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent drawer for more than 2 days (Fabric softener may Open the door and put tablets into the drum. harden). • Softener will automatically be added during the last rinse cycle.
Control Panel Power button Display • Press the Power button to turn the washing • The display shows the settings, estimated machine on. time remaining, options, and status messages. When the product is turned on, the default • To cancel the Time Delay function, the power settings in the display will illuminate.
Programme Table Washing Programme Proper Maximum Programme Description Fabric Type Temp. Load 40°C Provides better performance by Cotton (Cold to combining various drum motions. Coloured fast garments (shirts, 95°C) nightdresses, pajamas, etc) Rated Provides optimised washing and normally soiled cotton load Capacity 60°C performance for a large amount...
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Proper Maximum Programme Description Fabric Type Temp. Load This cycle provides a nonstop 40°C A small amount of laundry which Wash+Dry process of washing and drying in (Cold to 5.0 kg can be dried. the same cycle. 95°C) This cycle is for hand and machine washable delicate clothes such as 20°C wool, hand washable clothes,...
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Drying Programme Programme Description Fabric Type Maximum Load A special cycle to reduce water usage during the dry cycle. For cottons. Select this cycle to Cotton or linen fabrics such as cotton Rated capacity Cupboard reduce cycle time and energy usage towels, t-shirts, and linen laundries.
Option Cycle Steam (Optional) Steam Wash features enhanced washing performance Time Delay with low energy consumption. Steam Softener sprays You can set a time delay so that the washing machine steam after a spinning cycle to reduce creases and will start automatically and finish after a specified time make the laundry fluffy.
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Favorite Temp. The Temp. button selects the wash temperature for the Favorite programme allows you to store a customized wash cycle for future use. selected cycle. Press this button until the desired setting is lit. All rinses use the water from the cold water hose Press the Power button.
Dry (Optional) ( Child Lock ( Select this function to lock the buttons on the control Use the your Automatic cycles to dry most loads. assembly to prevent tampering. Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the exhaust to increase or decrease drying temperatures for faster reaction time and tighter temperature control.
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Drying Time Guide Woolen Articles • The drying time can be selected by pressing the Dry • Do not tumble dry woolen articles. Pull them to their original shape and dry them flat. button. • Drying cycle can last up to 340 min. Woven and Loopknit Materials •...
Installation of the application a more detailed guide on how to use the Tag On function. • Search "LG Smart Laundry" on the Google Play Store • Depending on the smart phone manufacturer and from your smart phone. Android OS version, the NFC activation process may differ.
MAINTENANCE Care and Cleaning of the Interior WARNING • Unplug the washing machine before cleaning to • Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washing avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow machine door opening and door glass. this warning may result in serious injury, fire, •...
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter After cleaning, refit the drain cap by turning it clockwise and then insert the drain plug. • The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean to ensure smooth running of your washing machine.
Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Tub Clean (Optional) Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the Tub Clean is a special cycle to clean the inside of the dispenser drawer. Remove the drawer and inserts and washing machine. check for buildup once or twice a month. A higher water level is used in this cycle at higher spin speed.
Caution on Freezing During • After closing the tap, disconnect the cold inlet hose from the tap, and remove water while keeping the Winter hose facing downwards. • When frozen, the product does not operate normally. Make sure to install the product where it will not freeze during winter.
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How to Handle Freezing • When water is removed completely from the drum, close the hose plug used for removal of residual • Make sure to empty the drum, pour warm water of water, select Rinse and Spin, and press the Start/ 50–60 °C up to the rubber part inside the drum, close Pause button.
Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis using the information transmitted for analysis. by an LG Electronics service centre when the product NOTE malfunctions or fails. Use this function only to contact •...
TROUBLESHOOTING • Your washing machine is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your washing machine does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service: Diagnosing Problems Symptoms Reason...
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Symptoms Reason Solution Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be • Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet. loose. • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do Washing machine does House fuse blown, circuit breaker not start not increase fuse capacity.
Error Messages Symptoms Reason Solution Water supply pressure may not • Check another tap in the house. adequate in area. Water supply taps are not • Fully open tap. completely open. Water inlet hose(s) are kinked. • Straighten hose(s). The filter of the inlet hose(s) are •...
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Symptoms Reason Solution • Close the door completely. Ensure door is not open. If ‘ ’ is not released, call for service. Possible Heating Thermistor • Unplug the power plug and call for Error service. • Close the water tap. Water has overfilled in the tub.