Care In Cold Climates - LG WT7305CW Owner's Manual

38 MAINTENANCE
7
Flush then reattach the water hoses.
• Before reattaching the water inlet hoses,
flush them by running several gallons of
water through them into a bucket or drain,
preferably with the faucets wide open for
maximum flow.
NOTE
• An error message may blink on the display
IE
when the water pressure is low or an inlet filter
is clogged with dirt. Clean the inlet filter.

Care in Cold Climates

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,follow these
steps to protect the washer from damage.
NOTE
• Make sure the tub is empty before following
these steps.
1
Turn off the washer, and unplug the power
cord.
2
Turn off the water faucets.
3
Disconnect hoses from water supply and
drain water from hoses.
4
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
5
Add 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle
(RV) antifreeze to the empty tub and close the
lid.
• Never use automotive antifreeze.
6
Turn on the washer and select the Spin cycle.
7
Press the Start/Pause button to start the
drain pump for 1 minute.
• This will expel some of the antifreeze,
leaving enough to protect the washer from
damage.
8
Turn off the washer and unplug the power
cord.
9
Dry the tub interior with a soft cloth, and close
the lid.
10
Store the washer in an upright position.
11
Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain
any water in the compartments and let them
dry.
12
To remove the antifreeze from the washer
after storage, run a Speed Wash cycle using
detergent.
• Do not add laundry to this cycle.
When the Water Inlet Hoses are
Frozen
1
Turn off the washer, and unplug the power
cord.
2
Turn off the faucets connected to the water
inlet hoses.
3
Pour hot water on the frozen faucets to thaw
the water inlet hoses and remove the water
inlet hoses.
4
Immerse the water inlet hoses in hot water to
thaw them.
5
Reconnect the water inlet hoses to the water
inlets of the washer and to the faucets.
• See Connecting the Water Inlet Hoses for
details.
6
Turn on the faucets.