Cleaning; Tub Clean - LG WM1385HW Owner's Manual

Thawing a Frozen Drain Line
1 Pour hot water in the washer tub and close the
door.
- Leave it for 10 minutes.
2
Press the Power button after 10 minutes.
3
Press the Spin Speed button for draining and
spinning.
4
Press the Start/Pause button.
- Check if the water drains.

Cleaning

Periodically clean the washing machine to help
maintain its performance and to minimize the
chance of malfunction.

Tub Clean

Improper installation or use of the washing
machine in a humid space for a long period of time
could lead to a buildup of detergent residue in the
washing machine that may produce mildew or
musty smells. If you clean the washer tub regularly
on a monthly basis using Tub Clean it will minimize
the possibility that detergent residue will build up
and mildew or musty smells may occur.
1
Add liquid chlorine bleach or tub cleaner to
the detergent compartment.
Some powder or tablet tub cleaners which are
manufactured for this purpose can be used.
(Do not add any laundry detergent or fabric
softener to the drawer when using Tub Clean.)
- If using powder cleaner
Add powder cleaner to the main wash
compartment of the drawer.
- If using tablet cleaner
Add tablet cleaner to the wash drum directly.
(Do not add tablet cleaner to the drawer.)
2 Press the Power button.
3
Turn the cycle selector knob to select Tub Clean.
- message appears in the display.
- The indicator light for Tub Clean turns on.
4
Press the Start/Pause button.
NOTE
y Never load laundry while using Tub Clean. The
laundry may be damaged. Make sure to clean
the washer tub when it is empty.
y Leave the door open after finishing the laundry
to help keep the tub clean.
y Repeat the Tub Clean cycle monthly.
y If you notice mildew or musty smells, run Tub
Clean once a week for three consecutive weeks.
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