Regular Cleaning - LG WM2901HVA User's Manual & Installation Instructions

REGULAR CLEANING

Cleaning the Steam and Water
Circulation Nozzles
Use a cotton swab to remove lime or detergent
buildup from the inside of the steam and water
circulation nozzles. NEVER use a sharp or
pointed object; you could damage the nozzles.
Removing the Stain in Door Seal
NOTE: Wear rubber gloves and eye protection
while performing the following procedure:
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Dilute 3/4 cup (177 ml) liquid chlorine bleach
with 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm/hot water.
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Use this solution to wipe down all surfaces
of the gasket to remove the deposits that are
causing any odor. (Be sure to fold back the
lip of the gasket to get under the edge where
residue can build up.)
3 Wipe the gasket with a dry cloth.
Leave the door open to allow the gasket to
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dry completely.
Do not use undiluted bleach as this will damage
the gasket.Follow the manufacturer's instructions
for proper use of bleach.
If the gasket cannot be cleaned properly, it should
be replaced.
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C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G
Storing the Washer
If the washer will not be used for an extended
period of time and is in an area that could be
exposed to freezing temperatures:
1 Turn off water supply tap.
Disconnect hoses from water supply and
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drain water from hoses.
3 Plug the power cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
Add 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle
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(RV) antifreeze to the empty wash drum.
Close door.
Select the spin cycle and let washer spin
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for 1 minute to drain out all the water.
NOTE: Not all of the RV antifreeze will be
expelled.
Unplug the power cord, dry the drum interior
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with a soft cloth, and close the door.
Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain
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any water in compartments and dry the
compartments.
Store the washer in an upright position.
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To remove the antifreeze from the washer
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after storage, run washer through a complete
cycle using detergent. Do not add laundry!
Removing Lime Buildup
If you live in an area with hard water, lime scale
can form on internal components of the washer.
Use of a water softener is recommended in areas
with hard water. If a descaler is used, make sure
that it is suitable for use in a washer, and run the
TUB CLEAN cycle before washing clothing.
Lime scale and other spots may be removed
from the stainless steel drum using a stainless
steel cleaner. Do NOT use steel wool or abrasive
cleansers; they can damage the surface.
Notice of tub clean activation
To clean up the tub, please select the tub clean
course. Please empty the tub and insert bleach
into the detergent dispenser and push the tub
clean button.
Door open recommended
It is recommended that you should leave the door
open after getting finished with laundry to keep
the tub clean.