global_main.book.book Page 3 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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.
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global_main.book.book Page 4 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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.
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global_main.book.book Page 5 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches. • The appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning. Installation • This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
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• 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.
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• 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...
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global_main.book.book Page 8 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Disposal • Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. • Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and styrofoam) away from children.
global_main.book.book Page 9 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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...
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Page 10 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM INSTALLATION Specifications Model FMKA80W4 Power Supply 220‒240 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight 65 kg Dimension(mm) D’’ D’ D" 1005...
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global_main.book.book Page 11 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM INSTALLATION Accessories Cold Supply Hose Anti–slip Sheets*1 Spanner Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes Tie Strap*1 *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased.
global_main.book.book Page 12 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM INSTALLATION Installation Place Index Clearance (mm) Requirements Before installing the appliance, check the following information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place. WARNING Installation Location •...
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...
global_main.book.book Page 14 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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.
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Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise. • Do not install the washing machine on a plinth, stand or elevated surface unless it is manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this model. Using Anti-Slip Sheets This feature may vary depending on the model purchased.
Water Tap NOTE Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread • Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG Screw the supply hose connector onto the water Electronics service centre. supply tap. Connecting the Water...
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global_main.book.book Page 17 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM INSTALLATION Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter. to fit the adapter. Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal is connected to be that the rubber seal is connected to be...
global_main.book.book Page 18 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM INSTALLATION Connecting the Hose to the • Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage. Appliance Screw the supply hose to the water inlet valve on the back of the appliance.
global_main.book.book Page 19 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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.
global_main.book.book Page 20 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM OPERATION Control Panel The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel Features Description Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washing machine on. Programme Knob •...
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global_main.book.book Page 21 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM OPERATION Description Extra Options and Functions • To use the extra functions, press and hold the corresponding button for 3 seconds. The corresponding symbol lights up in the display. • This allows you to select an additional programmes and will light when selected. Child Lock Use this option to disable the controls.
global_main.book.book Page 22 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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.
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global_main.book.book Page 23 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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 •...
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global_main.book.book Page 24 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM OPERATION Adding Water Softener • Pour fabric softener to the maximum fill line. Pouring excessive fabric softener over the maximum fill line can cause it to dispense too A water softener, such as anti-limescale can be used to cut down on the use of detergent in areas early, which may stain the clothes.
global_main.book.book Page 28 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM OPERATION Drying Programme Blankets and Duvets Check fabric care labels on blankets and duvets General Tips for Drying before using the drying programme. Some blankets and duvets may shrink by the heated air. Use the automatic programmes to dry most loads.
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global_main.book.book Page 29 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM OPERATION performance. If a full load is washed, remove half the clothes prior to starting the dry programme. • All dry cycles begin with a brief spin cycle to extract as much moisture as possible from the load before drying.
global_main.book.book Page 30 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM OPERATION Extra Options and Press the Start/Pause button. Functions Only Using a Spin Function You can use the extra options and functions to Prepare the clothes and load the drum. customize the programmes. Customising a Washing Press the Power button.
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global_main.book.book Page 31 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM OPERATION Select a washing programme. • A beeper will sound, and will appear on the display. Press the Delay End button as necessary. Unlocking the Control Panel Turn on the power. Press the Start/Pause button.
Page 32 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided The LG ThinQ application allows you to in the LG ThinQ application.
global_main.book.book Page 33 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 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. •...
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global_main.book.book Page 34 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter Run this function once a month (or more often if needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and softener and other residue. The water inlet filter collects lime or any sediment that may be in water that is supplied to the •...
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global_main.book.book Page 35 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM MAINTENANCE Allow the water to cool before cleaning the drain • Run the drum cleaning programme once a pump filter. Open the door in an emergency or month (or more often, as needed) to remove perform an emergency water evacuation.
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.
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• 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 •...
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global_main.book.book Page 38 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Noises You Might Hear Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Rattling and clanking Foreign objects, such as keys, coins, or safety pins may be in the drum. noise • Stop the appliance, check the drum for foreign objects. If the noise continues after the appliance is restarted, call for service.
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global_main.book.book Page 39 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Water supply is turned off. operate. • Turn the water supply tap completely. Controls are not set properly. • Make sure that the programme is correctly set. Close the door and press the Start/Pause button.
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global_main.book.book Page 40 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance is not filling Insufficient water supply. properly. • Make sure that both hot and cold water taps are turned on all the way. Hot and cold supply hoses are reversed. •...
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global_main.book.book Page 41 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Staining Bleach or softener was added directly to the clothes in the drum. • Always use the detergent dispenser to ensure that bleach or softener is properly dispensed at the right time in the programme.
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global_main.book.book Page 42 Wednesday, May 11, 2022 3:14 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Drying Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Dry problem Check water supply tap. • Do not overload. Check that the washing machine is draining properly to extract adequate water from the load. When load of laundry is too small to tumble properly.