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Loading the Dishwasher Loading the Silverware Basket Loading the Lower Rack Loading the Upper Rack Loading the Cutlery Rack Adding Cleaning Products 32 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application 35 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Care 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service 42 LIMITED WARRANTY...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages.
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• Do not grasp the power supply line or touch the appliance controls with wet hands. • Do not modify or extend the power cable. • If the product has been submerged, contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Fix the drain hose securely in place. • Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. • Do not let children eat detergent or dishwasher rinse agent. •...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Tip Over Hazard • Do not use the dishwasher until completely installed. • Do not push down on the open dishwasher door. • Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or cuts. CAUTION STATEMENTS CAUTION •...
• Do not remove the safety cover at any time. • To ensure reliability, each LG dishwasher goes through thorough quality control before it leaves the factory. • You may find water droplets or water spots from this process inside your new dishwasher.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW • White (steady): Normal operation. NOTE • White (blinking): Cycle has been paused. (After • The silverware basket ships installed at the back four minutes in pause mode, the machine turns of the bottom rack. For best performance, install off.) it along the right side.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW LDP681*** LDTS555** LDT780#** LDP770*** Model LDT680*** LDP680*** LDPS684*** LDP780*** Electrical 120 V, 60 Hz AC only, Requirements 15 A circuit breaker Water Pressure 20 psi - 80 psi (140 kPa - 550 kPa) Dimensions 23 3/4” X 24 5/8” X 33 5/8” (Width X Depth X (603 mm X 625 mm X 854 Height)
- Do not reuse an old hose. Use only a new hose when installing the dishwasher. The old hose could leak or burst causing flooding and property damage. Contact an LG Customer Information Center for assistance in buying a new hose.
INSTALLATION - It is the personal responsibility and obligation Run the electrical cable along the floor 14" of the product owner to have a proper outlet – 16" (356 mm – 406 mm) from the water installed by a qualified electrician. supply line and tape it in place.
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14 INSTALLATION Removable Shipping Brace Removing Packing Materials from the Interior The rear shipping brace can be removed if additional clearance is needed when installing the Remove all packing materials from the interior of dishwasher under a low countertop. the dishwasher before installing the appliance. Removing Lower Cover Attaching Installation Brackets For countertops made of wood or other materials...
INSTALLATION NOTE • Open the door and grab the body frame and the top front opening of the tub to move or lift the dishwasher. Sliding Dishwasher into Cabinet Opening How to Slide Dishwasher Align the dishwasher with the opening. Make sure the water supply line and electrical cable CAUTION are in the correct positions to slide into their...
16 INSTALLATION Connecting Water Supply Gradually slide the dishwasher into the opening, making sure that the water supply Line and Power line and electrical cable are passing freely through the channels and do not get caught under the dishwasher. Connecting Water Supply Line CAUTION With the home water supply turned off, connect the water supply line to the inlet valve...
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INSTALLATION conduit pipe is longer than 3” (76 mm) and is centered on the back wall. Turn off electrical power to the unit at the circuit breaker. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw from the junction box cover and remove the cover.
18 INSTALLATION Wrap electrical tape around each • Do not connect drain hoses from other connection. appliances to the dishwasher’s drain hose. • If an extension drain hose is required, use a 5/8" or 7/8" inside diameter, 2-3 ft. length hose and a coupler for connecting the two hose ends.
INSTALLATION Connecting to Disposal or Waste Tee with Air Gap Attach the drain hose to the disposal with the hose clamp provided. Move the hose clamp Remove the knockout plug with a hammer into position and tighten it with a flat-blade and screwdriver.
20 INSTALLATION Checking Leveling • Turn the front leveling feet clockwise to raise the front of the tub and counterclockwise to lower it. To check that the tub is level from front to back, remove the lower rack and pour 169 oz. (5 L) of water into the bottom of the tub.
INSTALLATION can safely be drilled into, secure the dishwasher to the countertop with the provided brackets. If the countertop is granite, marble, or a material that cannot be drilled into, secure the dishwasher to the cabinet frame with the provided wood screws. CAUTION •...
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22 INSTALLATION If a water leak is detected, press and hold the Error Code Possible Cause and Solution Start button for 3 seconds to cancel the wash cycle and automatically drain the water from Water supply line is kinked the dishwasher. Tighten all water connections under dishwasher.
OPERATION OPERATION Before Using WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. NOTE • Connect to the hot water supply only. The water supply temperature should be a minimum of 120 °F (49 °C) for better washing performance and shorter cycle time.
24 OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washer on or off. • After the cycle is complete, the power automatically turns off for purposes of safety and economy. • If there is a power surge, power outage, or disruption of any kind, power is automatically turned off for safety.
OPERATION • Cycle time may vary depending on the soil level of your load. • : Control Lock - The Control Lock feature helps prevent settings from being changed during a cycle. Selecting this feature locks all of the buttons, except for the Power button, on the control panel. This feature does not lock the door.
26 OPERATION Options and Extra Functions Turbo This cycle will clean heavily soiled dishes in an hour Select the desired cycle and then select the options using slightly more energy and water. for that cycle. • This cycle does not have drying. Select the Extra Dual Zone Dry and Night Dry option or another cycle for better drying.
OPERATION cycles on a certified machine have passed the • Remove large particles of food debris from sanitization performance test. plates including bones before loading. • Items with burnt on food should be soaked prior to loading in the dishwasher. •...
28 OPERATION Loading the Lower Rack Loading Silverware into the Basket Loading 10 Place Settings Loading Dishes into the Lower Rack 3 4 6 5 Loading 10 Place Settings Loading 12 Place Settings Loading 12 Place Settings 4 6 5 Lower Rack Loading Tips: Silverware Loading Tips: For details, refer to the online owner's manual.
OPERATION Loading the Upper Rack For more details, refer to the online owner's manual. Loading Dishes into the Upper Rack Folding Down the Upper Tines Loading 10 Place Settings Fold tines down to fit larger dishes; pull tines back up to fit smaller dishes. For more details, refer to the online owner's manual.
30 OPERATION the middle rack or spoon basket for best WARNING performance. • Be careful when loading and unloading items with sharp edges. Load sharp knives with the Loading Silverware into the Cutlery blade down to reduce the risk of injury. Rack This feature is only available on some models.
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OPERATION The use of rinse aid is recommended to prevent water spots on dishes and to enhance drying performance. For more details, refer to the online owner's manual. Rinse Aid Dispenser Adjustment The dispenser has five adjustment levels. The dishwasher is programmed at the factory for a rinse aid dispenser level of 2.
- Turn on the Push Alerts to receive appliance wireless router manual. status notifications. • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network The notifications are triggered even if the LG connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, ThinQ application is off.
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Installing the LG ThinQ Application the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a FCC RF Radiation Exposure smartphone.
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LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE To maintain performance and prevent trouble, it is important to check the outside and inside of the dishwasher, including filters and spray arms, at regular intervals. WARNING • When cleaning the outside and inside of the dishwasher, do not use benzene or thinner. Otherwise, it may cause fire or explosion.
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36 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Air Gap • Clean the filters using non-abrasive materials and warm running water. Turn off the dishwasher. Remove the lower rack and position the bottom spray arm so a wider vee is open to Remove the air gap cover and the plastic cap the front.
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MAINTENANCE If any food residue blocks the spray arm NOTE holes, remove it with a pin or any sharp tool. • Make sure the filter is assembled correctly before starting a cycle. When assembling, rotate the filter firmly until it clicks. CAUTION •...
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38 MAINTENANCE After cleaning the upper spray arm, press it up into place. Turn the nut 1/8 turn clockwise to make sure that the nut locks back into place. After assembly, make sure that the spray arms rotate freely. Seasonal Maintenance and Storage •...
User Support Videos For further assistance, there are videos and tutorials available through the LG.com website. On the www.lg.com home page, click on the Support menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select Video Tutorials. Select a product category and then pick a topic or search a keyword.
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• Make sure that the appliance is properly leveled. Water leakage • Turn off the water supply to the dishwasher and call an LG Electronics Customer Information Center at 1-800-243-0000 (U.S.A.) or 1-888-542-2623 (Canada). • The dishwasher makes an alert sound for 10 seconds, and runs the drain pump intermittently.
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During Wi-Fi setup, the app is requesting a password to connect to the product (on certain phones). • Locate the network name which starts with "LG" under Settings > Networks. Note the last part of the network name. - If the network name looks like LGE_Appliance_XX-XX-XX, enter lge12345.
Should your LG Dishwasher (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States including U.S.
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Or by mail: LG Electronics Customer Service P.O. Box 240007 Huntsville, AL 35813 ATTN: CIC PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION.
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Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.
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LIMITED WARRANTY Opt Out. You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. If you opt out, neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding. To opt out, you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the product by...
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ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW. Should your LG Dishwasher ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics Canada, Inc. ("LGECI") will, at its option, repair, replace or pro rate the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
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(ASC), as determined by LG Canada. If your Product is located outside a 150 km radius from a ASC, as determined by LG Canada, it will be your responsibility to bring the Product, at your sole expense, to the ASC for in-warranty repair.
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If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days of LG’s receipt of the Notice of Dispute, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the procedure set out herein.
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Limited Warranty. Opt Out. You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. If you opt out, neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding. To opt out, you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the product by...
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50 LIMITED WARRANTY Make certain that no dishes or Poor wash results caused by utensils are in the path of the improper loading or over stacking: spray arms. wash arm won't rotate or soap Do not place one dish on top of dispenser is held closed.
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LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: U.S.A. 1-800-243-0000 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...