LG WKHC202H A Series Owner's Manual page 51

Problem
Hot and cold water inlet hoses are reversed.
Wrinkling
• Hot water rinse can set wrinkles in garments. Check the inlet hose connectors.
Staining Bleach or softener dispensed too soon.
• Dispenser compartment was overfilled or closed too quickly, causing the bleach or
Bleach or softener was added directly to the wash load in the drum.
• Always use the dispensers to ensure that laundry products are properly dispensed at the
Washer was not unloaded promptly.
• Always remove items from the washer as soon as possible after the cycle is completed.
Clothes were not properly sorted.
• Always wash dark colors separately from light colors and whites to prevent discoloration.
• Never wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled items.
Poor stain removal Proper options are not selected.
• Heavier soils and tougher stains may require extra cleaning power. Select the Heavy Soil
Previously set stains.
• Articles that have previously been washed may have stains that have been set. These
Musty or mildewy Incorrect or too much detergent has been used.
odor in the washer
• Use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent in accordance with the manufacturer's
Inside of the drum was not cleaned properly.
• Run the Tub Clean cycle regularly.
Odor
Problem
Odor Some odor is caused by the rubber attached to the washing machine.
• This odor is normal for new rubber and will disappear after the machine has been run a
If the rubber door gasket and door seal area are not cleaned regularly, odors can occur
from mold or foreign substances.
• Be sure to clean the gasket and door seal regularly and check under the door seal for small
Odors can occur if foreign substances are left in the drainage pump filter.
• Be sure to clean the drainage pump filter regularly.
Odors can occur if the drainage hose is not properly installed, causing siphoning (water
flowing back inside the washing machine).
• When installing the drainage hose, be sure that it doesn't become kinked or blocked.
softener to dispense immediately. Always measure bleach, and never use more than 1 cup.
right time in the cycle.
feature to boost the cleaning power of the selected cycle.
stains may be difficult to remove and may require hand washing or pre-treating to aid in
stain removal.
instructions.
few times.
items when unloading the washer.
Possible Cause & Solution
Possible Cause & Solution
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