LG FH4G6QDY Series Owner's Manual

LG FH4G6QDY Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
WASHING
MACHINE
Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully.
This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed
correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after
installation for future reference.
FH4G6TDY(G)(0-9)
FH4G7TDY(G)(0-9)
FH4G6QDY(G)(0-9)
FH4G7QDY(G)(0-9)
MFL70203979
Rev.01E_070618
FH2G6TDY(G)(0-9)
FH2G7TDY(G)(0-9)
FH2G6QDY(G)(0-9)
FH2G7QDY(G)(0-9)
FH4G6VDY(G)(0~9)
FH4G7VDY(G)(0~9)
Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference. FH4G6TDY(G)(0-9) FH2G6TDY(G)(0-9) FH4G6VDY(G)(0~9) FH4G7TDY(G)(0-9) FH2G7TDY(G)(0-9) FH4G7VDY(G)(0~9) FH4G6QDY(G)(0-9) FH2G6QDY(G)(0-9) FH4G7QDY(G)(0-9) FH2G7QDY(G)(0-9) www.lg.com MFL70203979 Rev.01E_070618 Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS This manual is produced for a group of products and may contain images or content different from the model you purchased. This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........03 Important Safety Instructions ...............05 INSTALLATION ............08 Specifications ..................08 Accessories ..................08...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the product. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below. This symbol is displayed to the indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
  • Page 4 GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. • This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    It can cause electric shock or injury. • Only an authorized repair person from LG Electronics service centre should • This appliance is heavy. Two or more disassemble, repair, or modify the people may be needed to install and product.
  • Page 6 This can cause fire. • In case of flood, stop using the product and contact the LG Electronics service • Remove the power plug when you clean centre. Contact with water can cause the product. Not removing the plug may electric shock.
  • Page 7 Disposal • Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Render the plug useless. Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. • Dispose of the packaging material (such as vinyl and styrofoam) away from children. The packaging material can suffocate a child.
  • Page 8: Installation

    INSTALLATION Specifications Transit bolts Power plug Drawer Control panel Drum Door Drain hose Drain plug Drain pump filter Cover cap (Location may vary depending on products) Adjustable feet Model FH*G*VDY(G)(0-9) FH*G*TDY(G)(0~9) FH*G*QDY(G)(0-9) Wash Capacity 9 kg 8 kg 7 kg Power supply 220‒240 V~, 50 Hz Size...
  • Page 9: Installation Place Requirements

    Installation Place Requirements • Do not install your washing machine in rooms where freezing temperatures may occur. Frozen hoses may Location burst under pressure. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point. 0.5 cm •...
  • Page 10: Unpacking And Removing Shipping Bolts

    Unpacking and Removing Install the hole caps. Shipping Bolts • Locate the hole caps included in the accessory pack and install them in the shipping bolt holes. Lift the washing machine off the foam base. • After removing the carton and shipping material, lift the washing machine off the foam base.
  • Page 11: Using Non-Skid Pads (Optional)

    • It is most effective to install the non-skid pads • You can obtain rubber cups (p/no.4620ER4002B) from under the front legs. If it is difficult to place the the LG Service Centre. pads under the front legs, place them under the NOTE back legs.
  • Page 12: Leveling The Washing Machine

    Leveling the Washing Machine Connecting Inlet Hose If the floor is uneven, turn the adjustable feet as required • Water supply pressure must be between 0.1 MPa and (Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet). Make 1.0 MPa (1.0‒10.0 kgf/cm sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor •...
  • Page 13 Connecting Hose to Water Tap Push the inlet hose vertically upwards so that the rubber seal within the hose can adhere completely Connecting screw-type hose to tap with thread to the tap and then tighten it by screwing it to the right.
  • Page 14 Connecting Hose to Washing Machine Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose and that they are not crushed. When your washing machine has two valves. • The Inlet hose with the red connector is for the hot water tap.
  • Page 15: Installation Of Drain Hose

    Installation of Drain Hose Electrical Connections (In the UK Only) • The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor. Water in the washing machine The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance may not drain or may drain slowly.
  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION Using the Washing Machine Choose the desired washing cycle. • Press the Cycle button repeatedly or turn the Before the first wash, select a cycle (Cotton 60 °C, add cycle selector knob until the desired cycle is a half load of detergent), allow the washing machine selected.
  • Page 17: Sorting Iaundry

    Sorting Iaundry Caring before loading. • Combine large and small items in a load. Load Look for a care label on your clothes. large items first. • This will tell you about the fabric content of your • Large items should not be more than half the garment and how it should be washed.
  • Page 18: Adding Cleaning Products

    Adding Cleaning Products NOTE • Do not let the detergent harden. Detergent Dosage Doing so may lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or odour. • Detergent should be used according to the instruction of the detergent manufacturer and selected according •...
  • Page 19 • Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent Using tablet drawer for more than 2 days (Fabric softener may Open the door and put tablets into the drum. harden). • Softener will automatically be added during the last rinse cycle.
  • Page 20: Control Panel

    Control Panel Power button Programme Dial • Press the Power button to turn the washing • Programmes are available according to laundry machine on. type. • Press and hold the Power button for 1 second • Lamp will light up to indicate the selected programme.
  • Page 21: Programme Table

    Programme Table Washing Programme Proper Maximum Programme Description Fabric Type Temp. Load Provides better performance by 40°C Cotton Coloured fast garments (shirts, combining various drum motions. (Cold to 95°C) nightdresses, pajamas, etc) Rating and normally soiled cotton load Provides optimised washing 60°C (underwear).
  • Page 22 Proper Maximum Programme Description Fabric Type Temp. Load Use for laundy that need rinsing only Normal fabrics which can be Rinse+Spin or to add rinse-added fabric softener Rating washable. to laundry. • Water Temperature: Select the appropriate water temperature for chosen wash cycle. Always follow garment manufacturer’s care label or instructions when washing.
  • Page 23 Extra Options Programme Time Delay Medic Rinse Pre Wash Intensive Crease Care ● ● ● ● ● Cotton ● ● ● ● ● Cotton Large ● ● ● ● ● Easy Care ● ● ● ● ● ● ●** ● ●...
  • Page 24 Operating Data Max RPM Programme FH4* FH2* Cotton 1400 1200 Cotton Large 1400 1200 Easy Care 1400 1200 Baby Steam Care Allergy Care 1400 1200 Steam Cotton Sports Wear Delicate Wool Quick 30 1400 1200 Intensive 60 1400 1200 Rinse+Spin 1400 1200...
  • Page 25: Options

    Options Crease Care If you want to prevent creasing, select Crease Care Medic Rinse option. For best results or for cleaner rinsing. This allows the Press the Power button. final rinse to be heated to 40 degrees. Press the Power button. Select a washing programme.
  • Page 26 Spin Child Lock • Spin speed level can be selected by pressing the Spin Select this function to lock the buttons on the control button repeatedly. assembly to prevent tampering. • Spin Only Locking the control panel Press the Power button. Press and hold the Medic Rinse and Pre Wash Press the Spin button to select RPM.
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Care and Cleaning of the Interior WARNING • Unplug the washing machine before cleaning to • Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washing avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow machine door opening and door glass. this warning may result in serious injury, fire, •...
  • Page 28: Cleaning The Drain Pump Filter

    Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter After cleaning, turn the pump filter and insert the drain plug. • The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean to ensure smooth running of your washing machine. •...
  • Page 29: Cleaning The Dispenser Drawer

    Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Tub Clean (Optional) Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the Tub Clean is a special cycle to clean the inside of the dispenser drawer. Remove the drawer and inserts and washing machine. check for buildup once or twice a month. A higher water level is used in this cycle at higher spin speed.
  • Page 30: Caution On Freezing During Winter

    Caution on Freezing During • After closing the tap, disconnect the cold inlet hose from the tap, and remove water while keeping the Winter hose facing downwards. • When frozen, the product does not operate normally. Make sure to install the product where it will not freeze during winter.
  • Page 31 How to Handle Freezing • When water is removed completely from the drum, close the hose plug used for removal of residual • Make sure to empty the drum, pour warm water of water, select Rinse and Spin, and press the Start/ 50–60 °C up to the rubber part inside the drum, close Pause button.
  • Page 32: Using The Smart Diagnosis™ Function

    Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis using the information transmitted for analysis. by an LG Electronics service centre when the product NOTE malfunctions or fails. Use this function only to contact •...
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING • Your washing machine is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your washing machine does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service: Diagnosing Problems Symptoms Reason...
  • Page 34 Symptoms Reason Solution Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be • Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet. loose. Washing machine does • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do House fuse blown, circuit breaker not increase fuse capacity.
  • Page 35 Symptoms Possible Cause Solution • It is the normal odor of new rubber and This odor is caused by the rubber will disappear after the machine has been attached to the washing machine. run a few times. If the rubber door gasket and •...
  • Page 36: Error Messages

    Error Messages Symptoms Reason Solution Water supply is not adequate in • Check another tap in the house. area. Water supply taps are not • Fully open tap. completely open. Water inlet hose(s) are kinked. • Straighten hose(s). The filter of the inlet hose(s) are •...
  • Page 37 Symptoms Reason Solution • Close the door completely. Ensure door is not open. If ‘ ’ is not released, call for service. • Unplug the power plug and call for service. • Close the water tap. Water overfills due to the faulty •...
  • Page 38: Warranty

    • Damage or failure caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, or plumbing codes, commercial or industrial use, or use of accessories, components, or consumable cleaning products that are not approved by LG. • Damage caused by transportation and handling, including scratches, dents, chips, and/or other damage to the finish of your product, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 39 Water is not coming because too Clean the detergent Dispenser much detergent use. disperser drawer. Laundry is hot or warm after Cold Water finished washing because the Water Reinstall the inlet hoses. Inlet inlet hoses are installed in Inlet reverse. Water is not supplied because Turn on the water tap.

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