Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters - LG WM3997H A Series Owner's Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the water inlet filters

Clean the water inlet filters periodically to prevent
clogging. Take extra care to clean the water inlet
filters in areas using hard water. Water may not be
supplied if there are foreign objects, such as rust,
sand, or stones in the water inlet filters.
1
Press the Power button to turn off the washing
machine and pull out the plug.
2
Turn off the faucets connected with the water
inlets.
3
Remove the water inlets.
4
Pull out the water inlet filter.
Inlet Filter
5
Remove foreign objects from the water filter
inlet.
- Soak the water filter inlets in white vinegar or
a lime scale remover or use a toothbrush to
remove foreign objects and rinse thoroughly.
6 Press the water filter inlets back into place.
7
Reattach the water lines to the washing machine.
WARNING
y Unplug the power cord and turn off the faucets
before cleaning. Failure to do so may cause
electric shock.
y Do not use the washing machine without the
inlet filters. If you use the washing machine
without the inlet filters it will cause leaks and
malfunction.
y If you use the washing machine in an area
with hard water, the inlet filter may clog
due to lime buildup. Contact your nearest
LG customer service center if the inlet filter
cannot be cleaned or is missing.
NOTE
y P message will blink on the display when
the water pressure in the detergent drawer
is weak or an inlet filter is clogged with dirt.
Clean the inlet filter.