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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
WT18WV6 / WT19DV6 / WT19MV6
MFL71959020
Rev.00_041323
Copyright © 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 WT18WV6 / WT19DV6 / WT19MV6 www.lg.com MFL71959020 Rev.00_041323 Copyright © 2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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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 ................23 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 • The inlet water pressure must be between 50 and 800 kPa. Maximum Capacity The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be washed is: WT18WV6 WT19DV6 / WT19MV6 18 kg 19 kg Installation •...
- Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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. • This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
- Page 6 • Make sure that drainage is working properly. If water is not drained properly, your floor may get flooded. • If, during spinning, opening the door does not stop the drum within about 10 seconds, immediately discontinue operating the appliance and contact your dealer or LG Electronics service centre.
- 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.
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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 WT18WV6 / WT19DV6 / WT19MV6 Power Supply 220 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight Approx. 44.5 kg Efficient Model Max.Capacity Efficient Load Water Level Washing time Programme WT18WV6 18 kg Quick Wash + Press and hold 6 kg...
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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: Installing The Drain Hose
INSTALLATION Connecting the Hose to the • The water supply hose supplied may vary from country to country. Make sure to connect the Appliance blue supply hose to the COLD water tap, and the orange supply hose to the HOT water tap. Screw the water inlet hose to the water inlet valve on the back of the appliance. -
Page 13: Levelling The Appliance
INSTALLATION • If the drain hose is too long, do not force the need to stop or reduce excessive noise and drain hose further into the drain outlet. This will vibration. cause abnormal noise. • Do not install the appliance on any elevated surface or platform, as it may become unstable NOTE and cause serious injury and damage. - Page 14 INSTALLATION Insert the 2 screws into the holes to assemble the anti-rat cover to the appliance.
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Page 15: Operation Operation Overview
OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview End of cycle. • When the cycle is finished, a melody will Using the Appliance sound. Immediately remove your clothing from the appliance to reduce wrinkling. Before the first wash, select the Normal programme and add a half amount of detergent. NOTE Start the appliance without clothes. - 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 •...
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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 bleach dispenser . Avoid splashing or overfilling. Add a fabric softener to the maximum fill line. • If the softener is concentrated, then it should be diluted. • Mix powdered bleach with water to a liquid consistency and pour it into the bleach •...
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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. Programme Button • Programmes are available according to the laundry type. •... - Page 20 OPERATION : Spinning stage NOTE • The cycle status indicator blinks during that process, and then the indicator turns off when that process has completed. Display • The display shows the settings, remaining estimated time, options, and status messages. When the appliance is turned on, the default settings in the display will light up.
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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 washing programme button to select the desired programme. • When you select a wash programme, the light for the corresponding wash programme will turn on. Normal Description Use this programme to wash normal laundry. - 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.
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Page 23: Extra Options And Functions
OPERATION Tub Clean Description This is a special function to clean inside the drum of your appliance. • To use this function, refer to the MAINTENANCE for details. Extra Options NOTE • Delay End option can be selected for every washing programme in the table below except the Delicates programme. - Page 24 OPERATION Rinse Press the START/PAUSE button. Use this option to change the number of rinses. • Press Rinse button to change the number of rinses. The number of rinses is indicated on the Using Basic Options display. Delay End Spin Use this function to delay ending time.
- Page 25 OPERATION Setting Unlocking the Control Panel Child Lock Turn on the power. Use Child Lock function to disable the controls. This function can prevent children from changing programmes or operating this appliance. Press and hold the AI Wash and Spin buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate this NOTE 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.
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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 Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter • For models without a lint filter, the lint is discharged when the water drains during washing. Water inlet filter collects lime or any small objects that may be in water supplied to the appliance. Clean the water inlet filter regularly.
- Page 30 MAINTENANCE Wash the filter with a soft brush. CAUTION • Do not drop the filter on the floor. • Be careful not to get your fingernails caught in the filter when you handle the filter. • The lint filter should be back into its original position after being washed to avoid damage to your laundry items.
- Page 31 MAINTENANCE Turn the cap on the rear of the appliance counter-clockwise and pull it out. 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.
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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 A motor error has occurred. DRAIN MOTOR ERROR • Unplug the appliance and call for service. 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. Vibration sensor malfunctions.
- Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance will not Appliance is unplugged. operate. • Make sure that the cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off. • Turn on the water supply tap completely. Controls are not set properly. •...
- Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water leaking Drain hose has come out of drain or is not inserted far enough. • Tie drain hose to supply hose or standpipe to prevent it from coming out during drain. For smaller drain pipes, insert the drain hose into the pipe as far as the drain hose flange.
- Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Poor stain removal Previously set stains. • Items that have previously been washed may have stains that have been set. These stains may be difficult to remove and may require hand washing or pretreating to aid in stain removal. Staining Bleach or softener dispensed too soon.
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