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LG WTG8020W Owner's Manual

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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
WTG7520 / WTG8020W
MFL68781072
Rev.01_052523
Copyright © 2022-2023 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 WTG7520 / WTG8020W www.lg.com MFL68781072 Rev.01_052523 Copyright © 2022-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Wash Load ................15 Adding Detergents, Softeners and Bleaches..........17 Control Panel ....................19 Programme Table ....................21 Extra Options and Functions ................24 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................27 Smart Diagnosis ....................27 MAINTENANCE Cleaning after Every Wash ................28 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............28 TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • 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 Maximum Capacity The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be washed is: WTG7520 WTG8020W 7.5 kg 8 kg Installation • Never attempt to operate the appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets, power boards, or an extension power cable. • 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.
  • Page 6 • In case of a water leak from the appliance, 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

    *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. *2 This accessory is not included in the product, but you can purchase it from the LG service centre. Cold and Hot Water Inlet Hoses Drain Hose Anti-Rat Cover...
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION Specifications Model WTG7520 / WTG8020W Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight Approx. 39 kg Permissible Inlet Water Pressure 30 - 600 kPa Dimension(mm) D’ H’ 1310...

  • Page 10: Installation Place Requirements

    INSTALLATION Installation Place • To prevent damage, do not remove the foam insert from the tub until the appliance is in Requirements the final location. Before installing the appliance, check the following information in order to install the appliance in a correct place.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Water Inlet Hoses

    WARNING serious malfunctioning. Contact your local • This appliance must only be used for domestic authorised LG repairer. household purposes and should not be used • The power plug must be plugged into an with movable home or house.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Connecting the Hose to the NOTE Water Tap • If the water pressure is near or over 600 kPa, a Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread water pressure reduction device should be installed to both taps. Screw the hose connector onto the water supply tap.

  • Page 13: Installing The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION Installing the Drain Hose Levelling the Appliance Before connecting the drain hose, check your drain Checking the Level hose model and follow the instructions for that model. Levelling the appliance prevents unnecessary noise and vibration. Check whether the appliance is Installing the Drain Hose with perfectly level after installation.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION Assembling the Anti-Rat Cover You can insert the anti-rat cover according to the type to protect the appliance from the rat. Lay the anti-rat cover so that the word UP is visible. Stand at the back of the appliance and tilt it inward.

  • Page 15: Operation Operation Overview

    OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview • If the START/PAUSE button is not pressed within a certain time, the appliance will shut off and all settings will be lost. Using the Appliance Before the first wash, select the Cotton Wash End of cycle. programme and add a half amount of detergent.
  • Page 16 OPERATION Checking the Fabric Care Label cause irreparable damage to both your appliance and clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your clothes and how it should be washed. Symbols on the Care Labels Symbol Wash / Fabric type •...

  • Page 17: Adding Detergents, Softeners And Bleaches

    OPERATION Adding Detergents, CAUTION Softeners and Bleaches • Using liquid detergent without diluting, or leaving laundry for a long time after pouring Detergent Dosage diluted liquid detergent into the drum might cause the clothes to be damaged, bleached, • Detergent should be selected according to fabric discoloured.
  • Page 18 OPERATION Adding Fabric Softeners • Option washing is not designed to be used with fabric softener dispenser. • Dilute fabric softener with water. Undiluted fabric softener may result in spots that look like oil stain. Adding Liquid Bleaches • Measure and add the recommended amount of fabric softener into the compartment marked with the symbol on the top tub.

  • Page 19: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features POWER Button • Press the POWER button to turn on or off the appliance. • The appliance automatically turns off once a certain time has passed after the wash has completed. START/PAUSE Button • Press the START/PAUSE button to start or pause a wash cycle. •...
  • Page 20 OPERATION - The time shown is only an estimate. Several external factors (load size, room temperature, incoming water temperature, etc.) can affect the actual time. • : This icon turns on when the Child Lock function is selected to lock the controls. •...

  • Page 21: Programme Table

    OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme Wash programmes are designed for the best wash performance for different types of clothes. • Press the Program button to select the desired programme. • When you select a wash programme, the light for the corresponding wash programme will turn on. Cotton Wash Description Use this programme to wash normal clothes.
  • Page 22 OPERATION Duvet Description Use this programme to wash a blanket or bedclothes that have the hand wash sign on the care label. • Cashmere bedclothes, acrylic blanket, mixed spinning blanket, woollen blanket, infilling (polyester 101), and bed sheets might be damaged if they are allowed to float.
  • Page 23 OPERATION Quick Wash Description Use this programme to wash lightly soiled clothes for a short time. • This programme's recommended clothes amount is under 3 kg. Eco Cotton Description Use this programme to consume less water and electricity to wash normally soiled cotton load.

  • Page 24: Extra Options And Functions

    OPERATION Extra Options and • If selecting the maximum number of rinses, then this option is deactivated. Functions NOTE You can use the extra options and functions on some programmes to customize the cycle. • This option is only available on some programmes.
  • Page 25 OPERATION • This function cannot be set for less than 3 hours. Press and hold the Temp. and Rinse buttons • To cancel this function, press Delay button simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate this repeatedly until the reservation is cancelled or function.
  • Page 26 OPERATION Manual Washing When you need a rinse and spin, spin only, rinse only or wash only cycle, these can be set manually. Rinse and Spin Spin only Rinse only Wash only Press the POWER button. Press the Rinse Press the Spin Press the Rinse Press the Wash button.

  • Page 27: Smart Functions

    Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 28: 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 29 MAINTENANCE • If the water is very hard or contains traces of Open the dispenser drawer and add anti- limescale, the filter on the water inlet may be limescale to the main wash compartment. clogged. WARNING Turn off the power and the water tap and then •...
  • Page 30 MAINTENANCE Close the lid and then insert the lower part of CAUTION the filter into the wash drum. Press the top of • Do not leave iron objects (such as clothes pins, the filter until you hear a click sound. hairpins, etc.) in the lint filter as they promote rust.
  • Page 31 MAINTENANCE Remove any foreign objects and fluff inside pump casing and from the filter. Insert the filter along the guide ribs inside the pump casing and turn the cap clockwise to refit the cap. • Securely turn the cap clockwise until it is tight.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    You can remedy most of the problems by yourself, consequently save time and money, since you do not need to call LG Electronics service centre. The following table should assist you by troubleshooting.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Foreign objects, such as coins, pins, clips, etc.,are caught between the pulsator and the inner drum. FOREIGN OBJECTS ERROR • Turn off the appliance and then press the POWER button. Press the Spin button without selecting a cycle to drain and spin the laundry. When the spin is complete, remove the clothes and then find and remove any objects caught in the pulsator gap.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution is not an error. This prevents children from changing cycles or operating the appliance. CHILD LOCK FUNCTION • Turn off the Child Lock function in the control panel. Noises Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Rattling and clanking Foreign objects, such as keys, coins, or safety pins may be in the drum.
  • Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance will not Controls are not set properly. operate. • Make sure the cycle is correctly set. Close the door and press the START/ PAUSE button. Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown. • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset breaker. The appliance should be on a dedicated branch circuit.
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water leaking A large item such as a pillow or blanket is above the top of the drum. • Stop the appliance and check the item. Make sure the item does not crest above the top edge of the drum. Appliance is not filling Filter is clogged.
  • Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Staining Bleach or softener dispensed too soon. • Dispenser compartment is overfilled causing bleach or softener to dispense immediately. ALWAYS measure bleach to prevent overfilling. • Close the dispenser drawer gently. Bleach or softener was added directly to the laundry in the drum. •...
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