Sorting Laundry Loading the Washer Adding Cleaning Products Control Panel Wash Cycles Cycle Modifiers Options and Extra Functions 36 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Function 40 MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning Periodic Maintenance Care in Cold Climates 45 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages.
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• If the product has been submerged in water, sitting in standing water, or waterlogged, do not come in contact with the product and immediately contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not modify or extend the power cord. • If the electrical supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. •...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION STATEMENTS CAUTION • To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: Installation • Install the product on a firm and level floor. Operation •...
• For your safety and for extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction, property damage or bodily injury caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized components, parts, or non-LG products. Front View...
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Accessories Included Accessories Tie Strap † Leg Holders † Refer to the installation guide included with the leg holders for instructions on proper usage. Required Accessories (sold separately) Hot and Cold Water Hoses Product Specifications The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements. Model WT8600C* Electrical Requirements...
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing WARNING • Moving or installation of the appliance requires two or more people. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury. • Store and install the appliance where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
10 INSTALLATION Connecting to the Power Supply Final Installation Check Tools Needed • The washer must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during the spin cycle. Concrete flooring is best, but a wood floor is sufficient, provided it is built to FHA standards. •...
• Do not reuse old hoses. Use only new hoses when installing the washer. Old hoses could leak or burst causing flooding and property damage. Contact an LG Customer Information Center for assistance in buying hoses. Remove the foam tub insert.
12 INSTALLATION After the hoses are connected, turn on the NOTE water faucets and flush out any foreign • If your water supply contains a lot of debris, a substances such as dirt, sand, or sawdust. whole home water filter may help to remove the Foreign substances can damage washer inlets debris from the water before it reaches the and lead to leakage.
INSTALLATION • The end of the drain hose should be located a NOTE minimum of 29.5 inches (75 cm) and a maximum of 96 inches (244 cm) above the • If the drain is large enough for the flange on the bottom of the washer.
14 INSTALLATION the top of the lid. Using these surfaces will result NOTE in the washer being unlevel. • Before installing the washer, make sure that the floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water and oil so the washer feet cannot slide easily. Feet that move or slide on the floor can contribute to excessive vibration and noise.
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INSTALLATION • Make sure that the appliance is grounded. Press and hold the Spin and Soil buttons • Connect this appliance to a grounded outlet simultaneously until Install Mode appears in conforming to the rating prior to use. Failure to the display.
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16 INSTALLATION Error Solution Message • Fully open the water faucet. • Straighten out any kinks in the Water inlet hoses and make sure the Supply hoses are not pinched against the wall or under the washer. • Straighten out any kinks in the drain hose and make sure the hose is not pinched against the wall or under the washer.
OPERATION OPERATION Before Use Adjust settings. • Default settings for the selected cycle can WARNING be changed, if desired, using the cycle modifier and option buttons. • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •...
18 OPERATION Soil Level selections to care for your clothing according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Wash heavily soiled clothing together. Washing lightly soiled clothing in the same load with heavily soiled clothing could result in poor wash Category Label Directions performance for the lightly soiled clothing.
OPERATION • The washer can be fully loaded, but the tub bottom of the tub, and brassiere hooks can should not be tightly packed with items. The lid damage other items or the tub. of the washer must close easily. General Tips for Models with an Impeller If the appliance uses a low profile rotating hub in...
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20 OPERATION • Use extra care when measuring 2X and 3X CAUTION concentrated detergents because even a small amount of extra detergent can lead to problems. • Do not place or store laundry products, such as detergent, bleach, or liquid fabric softener, on •...
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OPERATION - If there is a gap between the covers and the reservoir, detergent and softener may harden or water may enter the reservoir. Close the dispenser drawer slowly before starting the cycle. Pour the detergent and softener into their •...
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22 OPERATION NOTE • Do not add powdered bleach to this dispenser. The bleach dispenser is designed to dispense liquid bleach only. Powdered or liquid color-safe bleach will not dispense properly. • Do not place laundry items on top of the bleach dispenser when loading and unloading the washer.
OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washer on or off. • Pressing this button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost. • The door will unlock after a brief pause. NOTE •...
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24 OPERATION • These buttons allow you to select additional cycle options. Time and Status Display Status Display • The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages. NOTE • Once the Start/Pause button is pressed, the washer will measure the size of the load. The estimated time may change once the load size has been measured.
OPERATION Wash Cycles The wash cycles are designed for specific types of wash loads. Select the cycle that best matches the load contents for maximum wash performance and fabric care. See the Sorting Laundry section for best results, and follow the fabric care labels on your garments. For a guide to fabric care symbols, see the Sorting Laundry section.
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26 OPERATION Cycle Delicates Description Suitable for washing dress shirts/blouses, nylons, lingerie, or sheer and lacy clothes which can easily be damaged. (less than 8 lb) Wash Temp. Default: Cold Available: Warm, Semi Warm, Cool, Cold Spin Speed Default: Low Available: Low, No Spin Soil Level Default: Light...
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OPERATION Cycle Waterproof Description Suitable for washing waterproof items such as water resistant clothing, mattress covers, outdoor clothes, and plastic mats. (less than 14 lb) NOTE • Do not use any other wash cycle to wash waterproof items. • Do not use this cycle to wash a mixed load of waterproof and non-waterproof items.
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28 OPERATION Cycle Perm. Press Spin Speed Default: Med. High Available: Med. High, Medium, Low, No Spin Soil Level Default: Normal Available: All Cycle Tub Clean Description This is a special cycle designed to clean the inside of the washer. •...
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OPERATION Cycle Econowash Wash Temp. Default: Cool Available: All Spin Speed Default: Med. High Available: All Soil Level Default: Normal Available: All Cycle Juice&Food Stains Description This cycle removes various stains from heavily soiled clothes with hot water and powerful wash motions. Wash Temp.
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30 OPERATION Cycle Small Load Wash Temp. Default: Warm Available: All Spin Speed Default: High Available: All Soil Level Default: Light Available: All Cycle Sweat Stains Description Helps remove sweat stains and odor. Wash Temp. Default: Warm Available: All Spin Speed Default: Medium Available: All Soil Level...
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OPERATION Cycle Soak Deep Fill Cold Wash TurboWash † Quick Wash Heavy Duty Deep Wash Waterproof PreWash+Normal Rinse+Spin Spin Only Perm. Press Baby Bibs Baby Wear Bright Whites Dresses Econowash Juice&Food Stains Kids Wear Large Load Overnight Wash † Single Item Small Load †...
32 OPERATION Cycle Modifiers Temp. Make sure the wash temperature is suitable for the type of load you are washing. About Modifier Buttons • Press the Temp. button repeatedly to select the Each cycle has default settings that are selected wash and rinse temperature combination for the automatically.
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OPERATION • Each press of the button increases the delay NOTE time by 1 hour, for up to 19 hours. • If the washer reaches its maximum water level, • Once the desired delay time is set, press the this button will have no effect. Start/Pause button to start the delay time.
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Additional Settings > Cycle Optimization on level. the product or Product Cycle Management in the LG ThinQ application. • Off: Turns off the ezDispense function for that reservoir • A maximum of 20 cycles can be set.
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OPERATION Additional Settings Default Det. Dispense / Default Soft. Dispense Use this function to adjust the default detergent / Press the Settings button. softener dispense amount in 0.1 oz (3 ml) increments, within a range of 0.5 oz (1.5 ml) to 4.0 oz (120 ml).
- When the cycle is complete or the appliance has problems, you will receive a push message. Run the LG ThinQ app and sign in with your existing account or create an LG account to NOTE sign in. • If you change your wireless router, Internet...
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Internet service provider or refer to your section of the manual dispenser. wireless router manual. • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, Press the Power button. or errors caused by network connection.
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• For detailed settings of the upgraded features, refer to the guide within the LG ThinQ app. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement...
SMART FUNCTIONS This equipment should be installed and operated • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the with a minimum distance of 20 cm (7.8 inches) Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow between the antenna and your body.
40 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire owner’s manual, including the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, before operating this appliance. • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
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MAINTENANCE Leaving the Lid Open • For other tub cleaning products, follow the cleaner manufacturer’s instructions and After you finish using the washer, leave the lid recommendations. open overnight to allow air to circulate and dry the • Do not exceed the maximum fill line when tub.
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42 MAINTENANCE Clean the outsides of the ezDispense reservoirs and inserts with warm water. • Use a soft cloth or brush to remove any residue. • Do not use soap when cleaning the drawer and inserts. If the detergent or softener is hardened inside the ezDispense reservoirs, remove the covers on the reservoirs, and clean the insides of the reservoirs with warm water.
MAINTENANCE Turn off hot and cold water faucets. NOTE • Make sure the tub is empty before following these steps. Unscrew the hot and cold water hoses from the back of the washer. Turn off the washer, and unplug the power cord.
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44 MAINTENANCE When the Drain Hose is Frozen Store the washer in an upright position. Pour hot water in the washer tub and close Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain the lid. any water in the compartments and let them dry.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING The washer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the washer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. Before Calling for Service Error Messages Problem...
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• If the error code is still displayed, call for service. Voltage abnormality Supply voltage is not correct. • Please call LG service center. You can find your local LG service center phone number on the back cover page. Control Lock The control lock function is on to prevent anyone from changing cycles or operating the washer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING ezDispense Error Messages Problem Possible Cause & Solution Check detergent The amount of liquid detergent in the detergent reservoir did not decrease. tank After putting the detergent into the detergent reservoir, it was left for a long time and the detergent hardened.
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48 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Thumping sound Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound. • This is normal, but if the sound continues, the washer is probably out of balance. Stop and redistribute wash load. Wash load may be out of balance. •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Oversudsing of detergent Water Leaking • Oversudsing may create leaks, and may be caused by the type and amount of detergent used. HE (High-Efficiency) detergent is the only detergent recommended. The normal amount of detergent to use is 1/4 to 1/2 of the maximum amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer.
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50 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Controls are not set properly. • Make sure that the cycle was set correctly, close the lid and press the Start/Pause button to start the wash cycle. Lid is open. • Close the lid and make sure that noting is caught under the lid preventing it from closing completely.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Bleach does not Bleach dispenser is dirty or clogged. dispense. • Lift out the bleach dispenser cover (if present) and clean out the reservoir. Lint and other foreign debris that are collected inside the dispenser may prevent proper dispensing of the bleach.
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Move the location of the router so that it is closer to the appliance. LG ThinQ is asking for a password to connect to the product. • If you are asked to provide a password to connect to the product (not to your home network) during the Wi-Fi setup, enter the last 4 characters of the network name, repeated twice, with no spaces.
Should your LG Washer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States including U.S.
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Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.
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If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file a claim for arbitration.
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56 LIMITED WARRANTY You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above (that is, by e-mail or telephone); no other form of notice will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty.
ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW. Should your LG Washer ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics Canada, Inc. ("LGECI") will, at its option, repair, replace or pro rate the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
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(ASC), as determined by LG Canada. If your Product is located outside a 150 km radius from a ASC, as determined by LG Canada, it will be your responsibility to bring the Product, at your sole expense, to the ASC for in-warranty repair.
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If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days of LG’s receipt of the Notice of Dispute, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the procedure set out herein.
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Except as otherwise provided for, LG waives any rights it may have to seek attorneys’ fees and expenses from you if LG prevails in the arbitration.
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LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: U.S.A. 1-800-243-0000 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...