Connecting The Water Supply Hose - LG WV9-1410B Owner's Manual

EN 14 INSTALLATION
Connecting the Water
Supply Hose
Note for Connection
• Water pressure must be between 100 kPa and
800 kPa (1.0 – 8.0 kgf/cm²). If the water pressure
is more than 800 kPa, a decompression device
should be installed.
• Periodically check the condition of the water
supply hose and replace the water supply hose if
necessary.
NOTE
• If the water pressure is near or over 800 kPa, a
water pressure reduction device should be
installed to both taps.
• Exceeding 65 °C can damage some clothes.
• Temperatures below 4 °C can cause hoses to
freeze and burst and unfavourable wash results
due to undissolved detergent.
• Cold inlet Water Temperatures over 25 °C can
cause damage to clothes such as delicate
Woollens
• Do not overtighten the water supply hose or use
mechanical devices to tighten onto the inlet
valves.
• No further backflow protection required for
connection to the water inlet.
Checking the Rubber Seal
Two rubber seals are supplied with the water
a
supply hose. They are used to prevent water leaks.
Connection to taps is sufficiently tight.
• Do not use mechanical devices such as multi
grips to tighten the water supply hose. Ensure
that the curved end of the water supply hose is
connected to the appliance.
Connecting the Hose to the
Water Tap
Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread
Screw the supply hose connector onto the water
supply tap. Hand tighten only with the aid of a soft
cloth. Do not overtighten the supply hose with any
mechanical device.
NOTE
• After connecting the water inlet hose to the
water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out
foreign substances (dirt, sand, sawdust, and etc.)
in the water lines. Let the water drain into a
bucket, and check the water temperature.