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LG F4Y7 RPY Series 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
F4Y7*RPY*
MFL72097531
Rev.00_120723
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 F4Y7*RPY* www.lg.com MFL72097531 Rev.00_120723 Copyright © 2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Wash Load ................24 Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............25 Programme Table ....................27 Drying Programme ..................33 Extra Options and Functions ................36 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................39 Smart Diagnosis ....................42 MAINTENANCE Cleaning After Every Wash................43 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............43 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 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.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions. • Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches. • The appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.
  • Page 6 • Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the drum has completely stopped. • 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.
  • Page 7 • Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet socket. • Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG...
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location. Disposal • Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. • Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and styrofoam) away from children.

  • Page 9: Installation Parts And Specifications

    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 Plug Drain Pump Filter Levelling Feet...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Specifications Model F4Y7*RPY* Power Supply 220‒240 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight 70 kg Dimension(mm) D’’ D’ 1100...
  • Page 11 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.

  • Page 12: Installation Place Requirements

    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 •...

  • Page 13: Unpacking The Appliance

    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...

  • Page 14: Levelling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION Levelling the Appliance Starting with the bottom two transit bolts use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all Checking the Level transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise. When pushing down the edges of the top plate diagonally, the appliance should not move up and down at all (check both directions).
  • Page 15 • Do not install the washing machine on a plinth, Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise. 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 Check if the appliance is perfectly level using a purchased.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Water Supply Hose

    • Do not attach the adhesive side of anti- slip sheets to the feet of the appliance. NOTE • Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG Electronics service centre. Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread...
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap Without Connecting One Touch Type Hose to Tap Thread Without Thread Loosen the 4 fixing screws Unscrew the adapter ring plate and loose the 4 fixing screws. Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter.

  • Page 18: Installing The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter • Make sure that the hose should not be kinked or locks into place. trapped. Installing the Drain Hose Installing the Drain Hose with the Elbow Bracket The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor.
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION • When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it tightly with string.

  • Page 20: Operation Operation Overview

    OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview Add cleaning products or detergent and softener. Using the Appliance • Add the proper amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. If desired, add bleach Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of programme and add a half amount of the the dispenser.

  • Page 21: Control Panel

    • 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.
  • Page 22 OPERATION Description Customizing Washing Programme Buttons Use these buttons to adjust the water temperature or spin speed settings for the selected programme. • The current settings are shown in the display. • Press the button for that option to select other settings. Display •...
  • Page 23 OPERATION Description lights up when the beep is off. lights up when the Rinse+ option is activated. lights up when the Pre Wash option is activated. lights up when the appliance is connected to Wi-Fi network at home. lights up when the programme starts and the door is locked.

  • Page 24: Preparing The Wash Load

    OPERATION Preparing the Wash Load NOTE Sort the wash load for best washing results, and • For general information about the washing then prepare the clothes according to the symbols symbols on textile care labels, visit the Ginetex on their care labels. site (www.ginetex.ch).

  • Page 25: Adding Detergents And Softeners

    OPERATION • Pre-treat dirt and stains by brushing a small - For better washing results of white and pale amount of detergent dissolved water onto stains garments, use powdered detergent with to help lift dirt. bleach. - Detergent is flushed from the dispenser at the beginning of the wash cycle.
  • Page 26 OPERATION Adding Detergent Tablets • Slamming the drawer closed may result in the detergent overflowing into another Detergent tablets can also be used when washing. compartment or dispensing into the drum earlier than programmed. Open the door and put detergent tablets into •...

  • Page 27: Programme Table

    OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme AI Wash 40 ℃ (Cold to 60 ℃) Max. Load: 3 kg Description AI Wash provides the appropriate drum rotation actions after load sensing is completed. • It washes softly for waterproof fabrics, and strongly for water permeable fabrics. NOTE •...
  • Page 28 OPERATION Delicates 20 ℃ (Cold to 40 ℃) Max. Load: 3 kg Description Washes machine-washable lingerie, sheer and lacy clothes. Hand/Wool 30 ℃ (Cold to 40 ℃) Max. Load: 2 kg Description Washes hand-washable and machine-washable delicate clothes such as washable wool, lingerie, dresses etc.
  • Page 29 OPERATION NOTE • Rinse+ option can be selected for every washing programme in this table except the Dry Only programme. • Delay End and Add Item options can be selected for every washing programme in this table. Programme Steam Pre Wash TurboWash Condensing AI Wash...
  • Page 30 OPERATION Spin Speed Programme Default Available Easy Care 1400 rpm Allergy Care 1400 rpm Delicates 800 rpm Up to 800 rpm Hand/Wool 800 rpm Up to 800 rpm Speed 14 400 rpm Dry Only -/1000/1200/1400 rpm Wash+Dry 1400 rpm 1000 to 1400 rpm NOTE •...
  • Page 31 OPERATION Consumption Data Unit Description kg: Laundry load h:mm: Programme duration kWh: Energy consumption ℃: Maximum temperature inside the treated textile Litres: Water consumption rpm: Maximum spin speed %: Remaining moisture at the end of spinning phase. The higher is the spin speed, the higher is the noise and the lower is the remaining moisture.
  • Page 32 OPERATION Programme h:mm ℃ Litres Eco 40-60 2:22 0.250 32.0 1360 46.3 (Quarter) Mixed Fabric 1:21 0.603 54.0 1000 67.0 Speed 14 0:14 0.051 41.0 106.0 Eco 40-60 + 7:35 3.821 111.0 1360 (Full) Eco 40-60 + 4:35 1.962 58.0 1360 (Half) *1 It is able to clean normally soiled cotton laundry declared to be washable at 40 ℃...

  • Page 33: Drying Programme

    OPERATION Drying Programme Blankets and Duvets Check fabric care labels on blankets and duvets General Tips for Drying before using the drying programme. Some blankets and duvets may shrink by the heated air. Use the automatic programmes to dry most loads. Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the Rubber and Plastics exhaust to increase or decrease drying...
  • Page 34 OPERATION Time 30/60/120 minutes Press the Power button. Change the drying time according to the maximum load. • Fabric Type: Cotton, towels Select a wash programme. • Max. Load: 1 kg (30 minutes), 2 kg (60 minutes), 4 kg (120 minutes) Add detergent.
  • Page 35 OPERATION Press the Start/Pause button. NOTE • If you select the programme, you will be unable to select a dry programme. If this occurs, press the Power button twice to cycle the machine off and back on. Using Air Condensing Function The conventional drying function circulates water around the drum condensing moisture in the drum to dry clothes.

  • Page 36: Extra Options And Functions

    OPERATION Extra Options and Select a washing programme. Functions You can use the extra options and functions to Customize the washing programme (Temp., customize the programmes. Spin and Rinse+) as necessary. Customizing a Washing Programme Press the Start/Pause button. Each programme has default settings that are Only Using a Spin Function selected automatically.
  • Page 37 OPERATION Follow the next steps to use a special Select a washing programme. option. Press the Power button. Press the Start/Pause button. Select a washing programme. Press the Add Item button as necessary. Change the washing programme (Rinse+, Open the door after it unlocks itself and add or Temp.
  • Page 38 OPERATION Press and hold the Delay End and Add Item NOTE buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to • The delay time is the time to the end of the deactivate this function. programme, not the start. The actual running Beep On/Off time may vary due to water temperature, clothes This appliance plays a melody when it starts and...

  • Page 39: Smart Functions

    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 •...
  • Page 40 SMART FUNCTIONS • Smartphone user interface (UI) may vary Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with depending on the mobile operating system (OS) your existing account or create an LG account and the manufacturer. to sign in. • If the security protocol of the router is set to WEP, you may fail to set up the network.
  • Page 41 Output Power IEEE 802.11 b: 17.59 dBm (Max.) IEEE 802.11 g: 17.39 dBm Start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application on IEEE 802.11 n (HT20): 16.64 your smartphone. IEEE 802.11 n (HT40): 17.05 NOTE •...

  • Page 42: Smart Diagnosis

    SMART FUNCTIONS LG Electronics will also provide open source code to Press the Power button to turn on the you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of appliance. performing such distribution (such as the cost of • Do not press any other buttons.

  • Page 43: 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 44 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter Run this function once a month (or more often if needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and The water inlet filter collects lime or any sediment softener and other residue. that may be in water that is supplied to the •...
  • Page 45 MAINTENANCE Allow the water to cool before cleaning the drain Unscrew the drain pump filter slowly to drain pump filter. Open the door in an emergency or the remaining water and then proceed to perform an emergency water evacuation. remove any debris or objects from the filter. Unplug the appliance.
  • Page 46 MAINTENANCE check for build-up of cleaning products once or twice a month. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling the drawer straight out until the drawer stops. • Then gently pull the drawer outward while pressing hard the disengage button. Remove the build-up of detergent and softener.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 48 • 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 •...
  • Page 49 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. •...
  • Page 50 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.
  • Page 51 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.
  • Page 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Staining Clothes were not properly sorted. • Always wash dark colours separately from light colours and whites to prevent discoloration. • Never wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled items. Wrinkling Appliance is not unloaded promptly. •...
  • Page 53 • 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. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 54 Customer Care and Service Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre. • To find an LG Electronics authorised service personnel, visit our website at www.lg.com and follow the instructions found there. • Self-repair is not recommended as it could further damage the device and void the guarantee.
  • Page 55 Memo...

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