Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters - LG GCW1069CS Owner's Manual

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.
1
Pull out the plug to turn off the washing machine.
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
cleaning. Failure to do so may cause electric shock.
• Do not use the washing machine without the inlet fil-
ters. 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
water, the inlet filter may clog due to lime buildup.
NOTE
•
message will blink on the display when the water
pressure in the detergent drawer is weak or an inlet filter
is clogged with dirt. Clean the inlet filter.
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