Control Panel ....................19 Preparing the Wash Load ................21 Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............21 Programme Table ....................24 Extra Options and Functions ................27 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................30 Smart Diagnosis ....................32 MAINTENANCE Cleaning After Every Wash................33 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............33 TROUBLESHOOTING...
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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment- earthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and earthed / grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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• Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme. • In case of a water leak from the appliance or flood, 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.
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• 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.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Rear View Control Panel Power Plug Detergent Dispenser Drawer Transit Bolts Drum Drain Hose Door Cover Cap Drain Pump Filter Drain Plug Levelling Feet...
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INSTALLATION Specifications Model F2515STPW Power Supply 220 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight 77 kg Dimension(mm) D’ 1270...
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INSTALLATION Accessories Cold Supply Hose Anti–slip Sheets*1 Spanner Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes Tie Strap*1 *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased.
INSTALLATION Installation Place Index Clearance (mm) Requirements Before installing the appliance, check the following information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place. WARNING Installation Location • This appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes and should not be used in •...
INSTALLATION grounded/earthed in accordance with all local NOTE codes and ordinances. • You can purchase rubber cups (part No. 4620ER4002B) from the LG service centre. Unpacking the Appliance Ventilation Lifting the Appliance Off the Foam Base • Make sure that air circulation around the...
INSTALLATION Starting with the bottom two transit bolts • If the appliance rocks when pushing the top use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all plate of the appliance diagonally, adjust the feet transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise. again. •...
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Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise. • Do not install the washing machine on a plinth, stand or elevated surface unless it is manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this model. Using Anti-Slip Sheets This feature may vary depending on the model purchased.
Water Tap NOTE Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread • Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG Screw the supply hose connector onto the water Electronics service centre. supply tap. Connecting the Water...
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INSTALLATION Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter. to fit the adapter. Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal is connected to be that the rubber seal is connected to be watertight.
INSTALLATION Connecting the Hose to the • Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage. Appliance Screw the supply hose to the water inlet valve on the back of the appliance. 105 cm •...
OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview • Add the proper amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. If desired, add bleach or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of Using the Appliance the dispenser. Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash programme and add a half amount of the Turn on the appliance.
• This allows you to select an additional programmes and will light when selected. Remote Start With the LG ThinQ app, you can use a smartphone to control your appliance remotely. • In order to use this function, refer to SMART FUNCTIONS.
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OPERATION Description Customizing Washing Programme Buttons Use these buttons to adjust the water temperature, spin speed and soil level settings for the selected programme. • The current settings are shown in the display. • Press the button for that option to select other settings. Display •...
OPERATION Preparing the Wash Load NOTE Sort the wash load for best washing results, and • The dashes under the symbol give you then prepare the clothes according to the symbols information about the type of fabric and the on their care labels. maximum allowance of mechanical stress.
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OPERATION detergents that are suitable for Drum (front • Minimum load: 1/3 of full load. load) type washers. • If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount. Using the Dispenser • If too much detergent is used, too many suds can occur and this will result in poor washing To add detergent dosage to the dispenser: results or cause heavy load to the motor.
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OPERATION Adding Water Softener • Pour fabric softener to the maximum fill line. Pouring excessive fabric softener over the maximum fill line can cause it to dispense too A water softener, such as anti-limescale can be used to cut down on the use of detergent in areas early, which may stain the clothes.
OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme Cotton 40 ℃ (Cold to 60 ℃) Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled clothes by combining various drum motions. Stain Care 60 ℃ (40 °C to 60 ℃) Max. Load 5 kg Description Washes heavily soiled clothes by combining special drum motions. Baby Care Max.
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OPERATION Speed Wash 40 ℃ (Cold to 40 ℃) Max. Load 5 kg Description Washes small loads of lightly soiled clothes in a short time. Rinse+Spin Max. Load 3 kg Description Rinses and spins clothes. Use fabric softener if needed. Download Cycle Description This programme allows you to download a new and special washing programme to...
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OPERATION Programme Steam Turbo Wash Crease Care Delicates Sportswear Duvet Speed Wash Rinse+Spin Selectable Maximum Spin Speed Programme Maximum Spin Speed Cotton Extra High Stain Care Extra High Baby Care Extra High Hygiene Extra High Allergy Care Extra High Delicates Sportswear Extra Low Duvet...
OPERATION Extra Options and Follow the next steps to customize a washing programme: Functions Prepare the clothes and load the drum. You can use the extra options and functions to customize the programmes. Press the Power button. Customizing a Washing Programme Add detergent.
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OPERATION TurboWash Select a washing programme and set your Adding this option reduces the programme time preferred options as desired. but the similar washing results will be provided. Press and hold the Favorite button for 3 Crease Care seconds to save the favorite programme. Adding this option reduces wrinkles by steaming after spin.
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OPERATION the drum is high. It is not possible to add clothes • Turning off the power will not reset this function. at this time. You must deactivate this function before you can access any other functions. Delay End You can set this function so that the appliance Locking the Control Panel starts automatically and finishes after a specified Turn on the power.
SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application notifications on a smartphone. The notifications are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is off. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. NOTE LG ThinQ Application Features •...
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Use a smartphone to control your appliance wireless router manual. remotely. You can also monitor your cycle • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network operation so you know how much time is left in the connection problems or any faults, cycle.
To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, diagnosis method. and other open source licenses that have the • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the obligations to disclose source code, that is Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow...
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.
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MAINTENANCE Run this function once a month (or more often if appliance. Clean the inlet filter every six months or needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and so, or more often if the water is very hard or softener and other residue. contains traces of limescale.
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MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer Open the cover cap and pull out the drain tube. Detergent and fabric softener can build up in the dispenser drawer. Liquid detergents can remain under the dispenser drawer and not dispense completely. Remove the drawer and inserts and check for build-up of cleaning products once or twice a month.
Operation of your appliance can lead to errors and malfunctions. The following tables contain possible causes and notes for resolving an error message or malfunction. It is recommended to read the tables carefully below in order to save your time and money that may cost for calling to LG Electronics service centre.
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• Check and clean the drain filter. Door sensor malfunctions. dE dE1 dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR • Please call LG service centre. You can find your local LG service centre phone number in the warranty card. This is a control error. CONTROL ERROR •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Thumping sound Heavy clothes may produce a thumping sound. This is usually normal. • If the sound continues, the appliance is probably out of balance. Stop and redistribute the clothes. The clothes may be out of balance. •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Door is open. operate. • Close the door and make sure that nothing is caught under the door preventing it from closing completely. 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Kinked drain hose. drain water. • Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Drain located higher than 1 m above the floor. • Make sure that the drain hose is no higher than 1 m above the bottom of the appliance.
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The password for the Wi-Fi that you are trying to connect to is incorrect. and smartphone are • Find the Wi-Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it, then not connected to the register your appliance on LG ThinQ. Wi-Fi network.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Your home appliance Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. and smartphone are • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance not connected to the using the Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi network.
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