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LG XD5 14 Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
DISHWASHER
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.
XD5*14**
MFL70282402
Rev.00_121317
Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 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. XD5*14** www.lg.com MFL70282402 Copyright © 2017 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rev.00_121317...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Loading the Dishwasher ................26 Adding Cleaning Agents ................30 Refilling ..................... 32 Drying ....................... 32 SMART FUNCTIONS ...............33 Using LG SmartThinQ Application ............33 Using Smart Diagnosis™ ................. 34 MAINTENANCE ...............35 Cleaning the Exterior ................35 Cleaning the Interior ................. 35 Cleaning the Filters ...................

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
  • Page 4 •Do not modify the power cord provided with the appliance. Please contact the LG Customer information centre to advise of its incompatibility. •This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
  • Page 5 •Use new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage. •Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
  • Page 6 •If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.), do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately. •In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics Customer Information Centre. •Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for two weeks or more.
  • Page 7 •Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc. •Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Aboid contract with the skin and eyes and keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open.
  • Page 8 •Do not come into contact with any fitted steam outlet. •Small parts, such as rack clips and filter retaining posts can be a choke hazard to small children if removed from the dishwasher. Keep out of reach of small children. •Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal position.
  • Page 9 CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: Installation •Install the product on a firm and level floor. •Do not put the drain hose under the dishwasher during installation. Operation •Turn off the water tap and unplug the appliance if the appliance is to be left for an extended period of time, such as during vacations.

  • Page 10: Installation

    INSTALLATION Specifications Control Panel & Door Handle Front Cover Lower Cover Leveling Feet Drain Hose Water Supply Hose Power Cord Top Wash Impeller Upper Spray Arm Lower Spray Arm Salt Container Cap Filtration System Cutlery Basket Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser Upper Rack Lower Rack...

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Accessories Funnel (All models) Preparing Cabinet Opening CAUTION • Any bare wood surrounding the appliance should be sealed with a waterproof paint or sealant to prevent it from swelling. • Slide the dishwasher into the cabinet, opening carefully. Make sure that the drain hose behind the machine and inside the cabinet is not kinked or stretched.

  • Page 12: Levelling The Appliance

    Levelling the Appliance Removing the Top Cover If the height of the opening is below 850 mm, Levelling the appliance prevents unnecessary follow these instructions. leakage and poor washing. Place the appliance on a solid, level floor. Do not install the Remove the 2 screws on the back.

  • Page 13: Installing The Drain Hose

    Installing the Drain Hose Case 1. The Door is Slanted to the Right If the end of the drain hose does not fit to the drain line, use a drain extension kit (optional) Unscrew (counter-clockwise) the rear left that is resistant to heat and detergent. leg and correct the level.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Water Supply Hose

    Connecting the Water Supply To prevent siphoning, one of the following methods must be used. Hose Connect the water supply hose to the water tap. Method 1 When the drain hose is connected to a waste spigot, the hose must be looped up to the Water tap underside of the bench top and secured.

  • Page 15: Preparing Electrical Wiring

    Preparing Electrical Wiring Final Check Connect the appliance to an earthed socket in Turn on electrical power. accordance with the current wiring regulations, protected by a minimum 15 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. Turn on house water supply. Wiring must be two wires with earth.

  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION Before Using the Appliance Checking Water Hardness Level This model has a water softener to soften hard Method 1 water. Check the water hardness in your area. The NOTE water utility company can help you with this. • The appliance can be used without appliance salt if not required, however, the hardness Set the softening system level of the level needs to be set to H00 so that the icon...
  • Page 17 Setting the Water Softening Filling with Dishwasher Salt System The Dishwasher Salt tank must be filled before starting the washing programme. In case of For effective washing performance, adjust the insufficient salt, the Salt refill icon indicates setting corresponding to the hardness level of on the display, unless the hardness level has water used in water supply.
  • Page 18 Adding Rinse Aid Salt Refill Cycle (1.5 kg for each load) The Rinse Aid indicator appears in the display when more rinse aid is needed. Cycles The use of rinse aid is recommended to prevent water spots on dishes and to enhance drying performance.
  • Page 19 Setting the Rinse Aid Level CAUTION • Rinse aid must not be added if dish washing The dispenser has five adjustment levels. The tablets are used which contain a built in rinse appliance is programmed at the factory for a aid.

  • Page 20: Using The Appliance

    Using the Appliance Load the dishes in the rack. Make certain that no dishes or utensils are Press the Power button. in the path of the spray arms. The unit will turn on. Check the indicators. Do not place one dish on top of another. Check that there is rinse aid and appliance salt present.

  • Page 21: Control Panel

    Control Panel • Depending on the model, the logo may be located either on the front of the appliance or the top of the door. Power • : Machine Clean Icon • Briefly touch Power button to turn power on −...

  • Page 22: Cycles

    Cycles Download Cycle Use a dedicated cycle downloadable via NFC. NOTE Auto • Only the cycle code for the currently downloaded cycle appears on the appliance. This cycle senses the soil amount and water See the smartphone app for cycle codes, clarity and optimizes the wash to achieve the names, and more information about the best cleaning.

  • Page 23: Cycle Options

    Cycle Options Delay Start The Delay Start feature delays the start of a Select the desired cycle button and then select selected cycle. Each time the Delay Start the options for that cycle. For more information button is pressed, the delay time increases by about Cycle Options, see the Available Options an hour.

  • Page 24: Programme Guide

    Programme Guide Wash Rinse Programme Soil Level Heating Pre wash Main wash Rinse rinse Auto All levels (50 - 55 °C) (70 °C) Intensive Heavy (75 °C) (70 °C) Delicate Light (45 °C) (60 °C) Moderate (53 °C) (70 °C) Turbo Moderate (65 °C)

  • Page 25: Information For Energy Test (As/Nzs 2007)

    Information for Energy Test Upper Rack (AS/NZS 2007) Appliance loaded in accordance with standard specifications. • Model : XD5*14** • Capacity: 14 place settings • Comparability course: Eco + Energy Saver • Rinse Aid setting: L4 • Reference cleaner: 27.5 g of detergent onto the inside surface of the door and 5 g of detergent into the dispenser.

  • Page 26: Loading The Dishwasher

    Loading the Dishwasher Loading the Lower Rack For effective washing performance, always Daily Use Load follow the instructions. The lower rack is suitable for dinner plates, • Remove large particles of food debris from soup bowls, dishes, pots, pans, lids and even a plates including bones etc.
  • Page 27 Folding Down the Rack Tines (Optional) The cup racks provide support for long steam glasses. Fold tines down to fit larger dishes; pull tines back up to fit smaller dishes. The left side row of tines can be folded down or the cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall crockery items.
  • Page 28 Removing and Replacing Cup Height Adjustable Upper Rack Racks The upper rack adjusts up and down. Raise the upper rack to allow items up to 300 mm tall in The left and right cup racks are interchangeable the lower rack. Lower the upper rack to allow and can be removed.
  • Page 29 Raising the Rack • To set the rack to the middle position, it may be easier to lower the rack all the way down Lift the rack at the centre of each side until the and then raise each side of the rack rack locks into place in the upper position.

  • Page 30: Adding Cleaning Agents

    Adding Cleaning Agents Loading the Cutlery Basket Adding Detergent to the Daily Use Load Dispenser For Large utensils, such as whisks, the cover can be opened by being unhinged. • The amount of detergent needed depends on Place forks and spoons in the cutlery basket the cycle, load size, and soil level of dishes.
  • Page 31 CAUTION If a prewash is desired, fill the recessed prewash compartment area on the lid with • Use only detergent intended for dishwashers. detergent. Incorrect detergent may cause the appliance to fill with suds during operation. Excess suds may reduce wash performance and may cause the appliance to leak.

  • Page 32: Refilling

    Refilling Drying • Plastic items may cause poor drying To maintain the effective wash performance of performance compared to other items. the appliance, check and refill dishwasher salt • To assist drying, the door can be opened for a regularly. short period of time after the cycle has To maintain the effective dry performance of the completed instead of allowing the Cd mode to...

  • Page 33: Smart Functions

    Android OS (operating system). to transmit successfully. • The content found in this manual may differ from the current version of the LG Smart Download Cycle ThinQ application, and the software may be Download one of many new special cycles that modified without informing customers.

  • Page 34: Using Smart Diagnosis

    Customer Information Centre Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer NOTE information centre when the appliance • The Smart Diagnosis™ function depends on malfunctions or fails.

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Interior To maintain performance and prevent problems, check the outside and inside of the appliance, including filters and spray arms regularly. Clean the interior of the appliance periodically with a soft, damp cloth or sponge to remove food and dirt particles.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Filters

    Using White Vinegar Cleaning the Filters If you cannot find citric acid powder, pour Remove the lower rack and position the approximately cups (200-300 mL) of bottom spray arm so a wider vee is open to white vinegar into shallow bowl and place in the front.

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning the Spray Arms WARNING • Be cautious of sharp edges when handling the If the spray arm holes are blocked by any food stainless steel filter. residue, dishes may not be cleaned well due to improper water spray. CAUTION It is recommended that the spray arms be cleaned once every two weeks.
  • Page 38 Cleaning the Upper Spray Arm 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 Pull the upper rack forward. Make sure that back into place. the water jet holes are not blocked by food particles.

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Water Supply Hose Filter

    Cleaning the Water Supply Hose Filter Unplug the appliance. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the water supply hose. Remove the seal and the plastic filter with a pair of small pliers or scissor grips. Refit the filter and gasket and make sure that it is sitting correctly.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The appliance is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the appliance does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service: Diagnosing Problems Problem Possible Cause...
  • Page 41 Problem Possible Cause Solutions • Adjust the left/right height of the Unbalanced upper rack. upper rack. Detergent may not be Detergent is left in the • Correctly arrange the dishes and dispensed because poor detergent dispenser. always dry out the dispenser before stacking of the dishes adding new detergent so that it does prevent automatic opening...
  • Page 42 Problem Possible Cause Solutions Wrong amount of • Use the recommended amount of detergent used. detergent. Overloading. • Do not overload the appliance. Improper loading. • See the Operation section. Insufficient water • Water pressure should be between pressure. 20 and 80 psi. •...
  • Page 43 Problem Possible Cause Solutions • Turn on the power, run the Cancel The previous cycle was cycle option to remove the residual stopped before completion water, then run the Quick cycle using and residual water detergent but with the appliance remains in the appliance.

  • Page 44: Error Codes

    Error Codes Problem Possible Cause Solutions • Check for a clogged, kinked or frozen Water inlet problem. water supply hose. • Check water supply. • Check for a clogged, kinked or frozen Drainage Problem. drain hose. Waste spigot is clogged. •...
  • Page 45 Memo...

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