Maintenance; Cleaning Your Washing Machine; Cleaning The Water Inlet Filter - LG F4J6TMPW Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
• Unplug the washing machine before cleaning
to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious injury,
fire, electric shock, or death.
• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners,
or solvents to clean the washing machine.
They may damage the finish.
Cleaning Your Washing
Machine
Care After Wash
• After the cycle is finished, wipe the door and
the inside of the door seal to remove any
moisture.
• Leave the door open to dry the drum interior.
• Wipe the body of the washing machine with a
dry cloth to remove any moisture.
Cleaning the Exterior
Proper care of your washing machine can
extend its life.
Door:
• Wash with a damp cloth on the outside and
inside and then dry with a soft cloth.
Exterior:
• Immediately wipe off any spills.
• Wipe with a damp cloth.
• Do not press the surface or the display with
sharp objects.
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Cleaning the Interior
• Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the
washing machine door opening and door glass.
• Always remove items from the washing
machine as soon as the cycle is complete.
Leaving damp items in the washing machine
can cause wrinkling, colour transfer, and odour.
• Run the Tub Clean programme once a month
(or more often if needed) to remove detergent
buildup and other residue

Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter

• Turn off the supply taps to the machine if the
washing machine is to be left for any length of
time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor
drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.
icon will be displayed on the control panel
•
when water is not entering the detergent
drawer.
• If water is very hard or contains traces of lime
deposit, the water inlet filter may become
clogged. It is therefore a good idea to clean it
occasionally.
1
Turn off the water tap and unscrew the water
supply hose.
2
Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush.
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