Using Detergent/Fabric Softener; Recommended Detergent; Loading The Dispenser - LG WM3997H*A Owner's Manual

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PREPARATION

Using Detergent/Fabric Softener

Recommended Detergent

Make sure to use HE (High-Efficiency) detergent
for front-loading washing machines. HE detergents
dissolve more efficiently and produce fewer suds
to ensure efficient washing and rinsing. Use the
correct amount of detergent as indicated on the
detergent packaging.
Specially designed to use only
HE (High-Efficiency) detergent
NOTE
y Only use HE detergents, because using a
regular detergent may produce excessive suds.
y HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve
more efficiently to improve washing and
rinsing performance, and help to keep the
interior of your washer clean.
y Use less detergent for soft water.
y Wipe up any spills immediately, as liquids
could damage the finish and the control panel
of the washing machine.
y Using too much detergent can cause a build-
up in the tub resulting in unsatisfactory
performance and machine malfunction.
y If you use a detergent that does not dissolve
easily or a detergent with high viscosity, it will
leave a residue on the tub, which may not rinse
properly.

Loading the Dispenser

The detergent dispenser drawer of the washing
machine has a dispenser compartment for
each detergent type. Add each detergent to its
appropriate compartment.
1
Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer.
2
Add each detergent to its appropriate
compartment.
- If you use a liquid detergent, check if the liquid
detergent cup is in place.
- If you use a powdered detergent, remove the
liquid detergent cup and put the powder in the
main wash detergent compartment.
Liquid chlorine bleach
compartment
Liquid
detergent
cup
Main wash
detergent
compartment
3
Close the detergent dispenser drawer slowly.
- Slamming the detergent dispenser drawer
may result in the detergent overflowing into
another compartment or pouring into the tub
earlier than programmed.
NOTE
y It is normal for a small amount of water to
remain in the dispenser compartments at the
end of the cycle.
Liquid fabric
softener
compartment
Pre-wash
detergent
compartment