Care In Cold Climates - LG WM4200 Series Owner's Manual

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28 MAINTENANCE

Care in Cold Climates

Storing the Washer
If the washer will not be used for an extended
period of time and is in an area that could be
exposed to freezing temperatures, follow these
steps to protect the washer from damage.
NOTE
• Make sure the drum is empty before following
these steps.
1
Turn off the washer, and unplug the power
cord.
2
Turn off the water faucets.
3
Disconnect the water inlet hoses. Drain any
water from the hoses.
4
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
5
Add 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle
(RV) antifreeze to the empty drum and close
the door.
• Never use automotive antifreeze.
6
Turn on the washer and press the Spin
button.
7
Press the Start/Pause button to start the
drain pump for 1 minute.
• This will expel some of the antifreeze,
leaving enough to protect the washer from
damage.
8
Turn off the washer and unplug the power
cord.
9
Dry the drum interior with a soft cloth, and
close the door.
10
Store the washer in an upright position.
11
Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Drain
any water in the compartments and let them
dry.
12
To remove the antifreeze from the washer
after storage, run the Rinse+Spin cycle using
detergent.
• Do not add laundry to this cycle.
When the Water Inlet Hoses are
Frozen
1
Turn off the washer, and unplug the power
cord.
2
Turn off the faucets connected to the water
inlet hoses.
3
Pour hot water on the frozen faucets to thaw
the water inlet hoses and remove the water
inlet hoses.
4
Immerse the water inlet hoses in hot water to
thaw them.
5
Reconnect the water inlet hoses to the water
inlets of the washer and to the faucets.
• See Connecting the Water Inlet Hoses for
details.
6
Turn on the faucets.
7
Press the Power button to turn on the
washer.
8
Press the Spin button to operate spin only
cycle for draining and spinning.
9
Press the Start/Pause button.