Cleaning The Detergent Dispenser Drawer; Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters - LG WD1873RDS Owner's Manual

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Leaving detergent in the detergent dispenser
drawer for an extended period of time or using
the washing machine for a long period of time
may cause the build-up of scales in the detergent
dispenser drawer. Pull out and clean the detergent
dispenser drawer once a week.
1
Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer.
2
Press down hard on the disengage button and
pull out the detergent dispenser drawer.
3
Remove the inserts from the drawer.
4
Clean them with warm water.
- Use a soft cloth or brush for cleaning and
remove any residue.
5
Wipe any moisture with a dry towel or cloth
after cleaning.
6
Replace the detergent dispenser drawer.
WARNING
y Do not spray water inside the washing
machine. Doing so may cause fire or electric
shock.
NOTE
y Use water only when you clean the detergent
dispenser drawer. Make sure to use
RINSE+SPIN to rinse the washer tub before
the wash cycle when you use a cleaning
detergent to clean the washer tub.

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.
A
1 Press to turn off the washing machine and
pull out the plug.
2 Turn off the faucets connected with the water inlets.
3
Remove the water inlets.
4
Pull out the water 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
y Unplug the power cord and turn off the faucets
before cleaning. Failure to do so may cause
electric shock.
y Do not use the washing machine without the inlet
filters. If you use the washing machine without
the inlet filters it will cause leaks and malfunction.
y If you use the washing machine in an area with
hard water, the inlet filter may clog due to lime
buildup. Contact your nearest LG customer
service center if the inlet filter is not clean or is
missing.
NOTE
y P 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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