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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.
ENGLISH
FV1208S5W
MFL71818883
Rev.00_061021
Copyright © 2021 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. ENGLISH FV1208S5W www.lg.com MFL71818883 Rev.00_061021 Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Wash Load ................21 Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............21 Programme Table ....................24 Extra Options and Functions ................28 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................31 Smart Diagnosis ....................31 MAINTENANCE Cleaning After Every Wash................32 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically & Performing an Emergency Water Evacuation......................33...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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 is equipped with a power cord having an equipment- earthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding power plug.
  • Page 6 • Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme. • In case of a water leak from the appliance or flood, 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.
  • Page 7 • 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.

  • Page 8: Installation Parts And Specifications

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Rear View Control Panel Power Plug Detergent Dispenser Drawer Transit Bolts Drum Drain Hose Door Cover Cap Drain Plug Drain Pump Filter Levelling Feet...
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION Specifications Model FV1208S5W Power Supply 220‒240 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight 56 kg Dimension(mm) D’’ D’ 1015...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Accessories *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. Cold Supply Hose Anti–slip Sheets*1 Spanner Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes Tie Strap*1...

  • Page 11: Installation Place Requirements

    INSTALLATION Installation Place Index Clearance (mm) Requirements Before installing the appliance, check the following information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place. WARNING Installation Location • This appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes and should not be used in •...

  • Page 12: Unpacking The Appliance

    • You can purchase rubber cups (part No. codes and ordinances. 4620ER4002B) from the LG service centre. Unpacking the Appliance Ventilation Lifting the Appliance Off the • Make sure that air circulation around the...

  • Page 13: Levelling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION Starting with the bottom two transit bolts • If the appliance rocks when pushing the top use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all plate of the appliance diagonally, adjust the feet transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise. again. •...
  • Page 14 If this occurs, install the anti- stand or elevated surface unless it is slip sheets under the levelling feet and adjust the manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this level. model. Clean the floor to attach the anti-slip sheets.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Water Supply Hose

    INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap Supply Hose Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread Note for Connection Screw the supply hose connector onto the water supply tap. • Water pressure must be between 50 kPa and 800 kPa (0.5‒8.0 kgf/cm²).
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION completely to the tap and then tighten the connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter hose by screwing it to the right. locks into place. Connecting One Touch Type Hose to Tap Without Thread Unscrew the adapter ring plate and loose NOTE the 4 fixing screws.

  • Page 17: Installing The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION • Make sure that the hose should not be kinked or • When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it trapped. tightly with string. Installing the Drain Hose Installing the Drain Hose with the Elbow Bracket The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor.

  • Page 18: Operation Operation Overview

    OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview • Add the proper amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. If desired, add bleach or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of Using the Appliance the dispenser. Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash programme and add a half amount of the Turn on the appliance.

  • Page 19: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel Features Description Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washing machine on. Programme Knob • Programmes are available according to the clothes type. •...
  • Page 20 OPERATION Time and Status Display Description AI DD • AI DD provides the appropriate drum rotation actions after load sensing is completed. • is activated when the Cotton, Mixed Fabric, and Easy Care programmes are selected and operated. Programme Status Indicators •...

  • Page 21: Preparing The Wash Load

    OPERATION Preparing the Wash Load NOTE Sort the wash load for best washing results, and • The dashes under the symbol give you then prepare the clothes according to the symbols information about the type of fabric and the on their care labels. maximum allowance of mechanical stress.
  • Page 22 OPERATION detergents that are suitable for Drum (front • Minimum load: 1/3 of full load. load) type washers. • If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount. Using the Dispenser • If too much detergent is used, too many suds can occur and this will result in poor washing To add detergent dosage to the dispenser: results or cause heavy load to the motor.
  • Page 23 OPERATION Adding Water Softener maximum fill line can cause it to dispense too early, which may stain the clothes. A water softener, such as anti-limescale can be used to cut down on the use of detergent in areas with high water hardness level. •...

  • Page 24: Programme Table

    OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme Cotton 40 °C (Cold to 95 °C) Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled clothes by combining various drum motions. Eco 40-60 40 °C (40 °C to 60 °C) Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled cotton clothes declared to be washable at 40 °C or 60 °C. Mixed Fabric 40 °C (Cold to 60 °C) Max.
  • Page 25 OPERATION Hand/Wool 30 °C (Cold to 40 °C) Max. Load 2 kg Description Washes hand-washable and machine-washable delicate clothes such as washable wool, lingerie, dresses etc. • Use detergent for machine washable woolens Sportswear 40 °C (Cold to 40 °C) Max.
  • Page 26 OPERATION Extra Options NOTE • Rinse+, Delay End and Add Item options can be selected for every washing programme in this table. Programme Intensive Pre Wash Cotton Eco 40-60 Mixed Fabric Easy Care Silent Wash Allergy Care Baby Steam Care Delicates Hand/Wool Sportswear...
  • Page 27 OPERATION Spin Speed Programme Default Available Baby Steam Care 1000 rpm Up to 1000 rpm Delicates 800 rpm Up to 800 rpm Hand/Wool 800 rpm Up to 800 rpm Sportswear 800 rpm Up to 800 rpm Speed 14 400 rpm Duvet 1000 rpm Up to 1000 rpm...

  • Page 28: Extra Options And Functions

    OPERATION Extra Options and Add detergent. Functions Select a washing programme. You can use the extra options and functions to customize the programmes. Customize the washing programme (Temp., Customizing a Washing Spin, Rinse+ and Intensive) as necessary. Programme Press the Start/Pause button. Each programme has default settings that are selected automatically.
  • Page 29 OPERATION Add Item time may vary due to water temperature, clothes You can use this option in order to add or remove and other factors. clothes after the washing programme has started. • To cancel the function, the Power button should be pressed.
  • Page 30 OPERATION • Press and hold the Rinse+ and Pre Wash buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate/activate this function.

  • Page 31: Smart Functions

    Follow the instructions below to use the audible smartphone. diagnosis method. LG ThinQ Application Feature • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided Communicate with the appliance from a in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Appliance Periodically & Performing An Emergency Water Evacuation

    MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Appliance WARNING Periodically & Performing • Leave the door open to dry inside of the an Emergency Water appliance only if the children are supervised at home. Evacuation Tub Clean Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter This is a special function to help clean the inside of the appliance by soaking, washing, rinsing and The water inlet filter collects lime or any sediment spinning.
  • Page 34 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter CAUTION and Performing an Emergency • Be careful when draining, as the water may be Water Evacuation hot. The drain filter collects threads and small objects • Run the drum cleaning programme once a that may have been accidentally left in the clothes.
  • Page 35 MAINTENANCE Reassemble the components of the drawer to the proper compartments and insert the drawer.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Operation of your appliance can lead to errors and malfunctions. The following tables contain possible causes and notes for resolving an error message or malfunction. It is recommended to read the tables carefully below in order to save your time and money that may cost for calling to LG Electronics service centre.
  • Page 37 • Check and clean the drain filter. Door sensor malfunctions. dE dE1 dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR • Please call LG service centre. You can find your local LG service centre phone number in the warranty card. This is a control error. CONTROL ERROR •...
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Thumping sound Heavy clothes may produce a thumping sound. This is usually normal. • If the sound continues, the appliance is probably out of balance. Stop and redistribute the clothes. The clothes may be out of balance. •...
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Control panel has powered off due to inactivity. operate. • This is normal. Press the Power button to turn the appliance on. Appliance is unplugged. • Make sure that the cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off.
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance is not filling Inlet filter clogged. properly. • Make sure the inlet filters on the fill valves are not clogged. Inlet hoses may be kinked. • Check that inlet hoses are not kinked or clogged. Insufficient water supply.
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Staining Bleach or softener is dispensed too soon. • Dispenser compartment is overfilled. It makes bleach or softer dispensed rapidly. Always measure bleach or softener to prevent overfilling. • Close the detergent dispenser slowly. Bleach or softener was added directly to the clothes in the drum.
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