Preparing the Wash Load ................14 Adding Detergents, Softeners and Bleaches..........16 Control Panel ....................18 Programme Table ....................19 Extra Options and Functions ................21 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................25 Smart Diagnosis ....................25 MAINTENANCE Cleaning after Every Wash ................26 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............26 TROUBLESHOOTING...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below. Safety Messages This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. • This appliance must be earthed / grounded via the mains supply lead. 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.
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• In case of a water leak from the appliance, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. • Turn off water taps to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur.
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• Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
Accessories *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. *2 This accessory is not included in the product, but you can purchase it from the LG service centre. Door Tempered Glass Detergent Dispenser Drawer Cold and Hot Water Inlet Hoses...
Contact your local WARNING authorised LG repairer. • The power plug must be plugged into an • This appliance must only be used for domestic appropriate outlet socket that is installed and...
INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Inlet curved end of the water inlet hose is connected to the appliance. Hoses Before connecting the water inlet hose to the water tap, check the hose fitting type and then choose the correct instruction. Note for Connection •...
INSTALLATION • Do not connect the hose to the hot water supply • When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it for models with one water inlet. Connect to the tightly with the some string, cable tie, or chain. cold water supply only.
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INSTALLATION Insert the anti-rat cover to the assembling bracket from the back of the appliance. Insert the 2 screws into the holes to assemble the anti-rat cover to the appliance.
OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview End of cycle. • When the cycle is finished, a melody will sound. Immediately remove your clothing Using the Appliance from the appliance to reduce wrinkling. Before the first wash, select the Cotton Wash programme and add a half amount of detergent. NOTE Start the appliance without clothes.
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OPERATION Checking the Fabric Care Label cause irreparable damage to both your appliance and clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your clothes and how it should be washed. Symbols on the Care Labels Symbol Wash / Fabric type •...
OPERATION Adding Detergents, CAUTION Softeners and Bleaches • Using liquid detergent without diluting, or leaving clothes for a long time after pouring Detergent Dosage diluted liquid detergent into the drum might cause the clothes to be damaged, bleached, • Detergent should be selected according to fabric discoloured.
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OPERATION Adding Fabric Softeners bleach dispenser . Avoid splashing or overfilling. • Do not add fabric softener over the MAX line. • If the softener is concentrated, then it should be diluted. • Mix powdered bleach with water to a liquid consistency and pour it into the bleach •...
OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Press & Hold 3 seconds for Extra Function POWER Button • Press the POWER button to turn on or off the appliance. • The appliance automatically turns off once a certain time has passed after the wash has completed. START/PAUSE Button •...
OPERATION - If the display shows , then the time will be displayed after the load sensing has detected the -:-- laundry size. - The time shown is only an estimate. Several external factors (laundry size, room temperature, incoming water temperature, etc.) can affect the actual time. •...
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OPERATION Duvet Description Use this programme to wash a blanket or bedclothes that have the hand wash sign on the care label. • Cashmere bedclothes, acrylic blanket, mixed spinning blanket, woollen blanket, infilling (polyester 101), and bed sheets might be damaged if they are allowed to float.
OPERATION Quick Wash Description Use this programme to wash lightly soiled clothes for a short time. • This programme's recommended clothes amount is under 5.5 kg. Eco Cotton Description Use this programme to consume less water and electricity to wash normally soiled cotton load.
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OPERATION Using Basic Options • Press Water Level option to adjust water level. • When you select a wash programme, the water Delay level will be shown on the control panel. Use this function to delay ending time. The • When water level is automatically detected, it appliance will start automatically and finish after a may differ depending on the amount of laundry specified time interval.
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OPERATION NOTE • Once this function is set, all buttons are locked except the POWER button. • When the controls are locked, and the remaining time are alternatively shown on the display during the wash while the child lock is engaged.
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OPERATION Manual Washing When you need a rinse and spin, spin only, rinse only or wash only cycle, these can be set manually. Rinse and Spin Spin only Rinse only Wash only Press the POWER button. Press the Rinse Press the Spin Press the Rinse Press the Wash button.
SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided The LG ThinQ application allows you to in the LG ThinQ application.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They may damage the finish.
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MAINTENANCE Run this function once a month (or more often if Leave the door open to dry the inside of the needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and appliance completely. softener and other residue. • When the inside of the appliance is not dried completely, it may cause a bad smell or •...
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MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Lint Filter Wash the filter. The filter is an important part for an efficient washing performance result, so take a special care. Clean the filter regularly. CAUTION • Clean the lint filter after at least 2 - 3 washes. •...
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MAINTENANCE Turn the cap on the rear of the appliance counter-clockwise and pull it out. Remove any foreign objects and fluff inside pump casing and from the filter. Insert the filter along the guide ribs inside the pump casing and turn the cap clockwise to refit the cap.
You can remedy most of the problems by yourself, consequently save time and money, since you do not need to call LG Electronics service centre. The following table should assist you by troubleshooting.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Foreign objects, such as coins, pins, clips, etc.,are caught between the pulsator and the inner drum. FOREIGN OBJECTS ERROR • Turn off the appliance and then press the POWER button. Press the Spin button without selecting a cycle to drain and spin the laundry. When the spin is complete, remove the clothes and then find and remove any objects caught in the pulsator gap.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Sensor for clothes-sensing is defective. CLOTHES SENSING • Manually redistribute the laundry if laundry have become tangled. ERROR Motor’s revolution is too low. Contact-point of Connector is defective. • Unplug the appliance and wait 60 seconds. Reconnect power and try again.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Operation Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance will not Control panel has powered off due to inactivity. operate. • This is normal. Press the POWER button to turn on the appliance. Appliance is unplugged. • Make sure that the cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water leaking Water inlet hose connection is loose at tap or appliance. • Check hoses for leaks, cracks and splits. • Tighten hose connections. House drain pipes are clogged. • The appliance pumps out water very rapidly. Check for water backing up out of the drain pipe during drain.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Performance Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Poor stain removal Proper options are not selected. • Heavier soils and tougher stains may require extra cleaning power. Select the Soak option to boost the cleaning power of the selected cycle. Previously set stains. •...