Maintenance; Cleaning And Care - LG LDPH555 Series Owner's Manual

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MAINTENANCE

To maintain performance and prevent trouble, it is important to check the outside and inside of the
dishwasher, including filters and spray arms, at regular intervals.
WARNING
• When cleaning the outside and inside of the dishwasher, do not use benzene or thinner. Otherwise, it
may cause fire or explosion.
• To prevent injury during care and maintenance or cleaning, wear gloves and/or protective clothing.

Cleaning and Care

Cleaning the Exterior
• Do not use scrub pads or abrasive cleaners on
the exterior of the dishwasher.
• Most soil can be removed using a soft, damp
cloth or sponge. A mild soap can be used to help
release stubborn soil. Rinse and wipe dry with a
soft cloth after cleaning.
• Stainless steel surfaces can be polished using a
stainless steel cleaner. Follow the instructions on
the cleaner, and wipe in the direction of the
grain.
CAUTION
• If cooking oil is spilled on the exterior of the
product, wipe it off immediately. Do not clean
the exterior of the product with cleaners which
contain alcohol, thinners, bleach, benzene,
flammable liquids, or abrasives. These
substances may discolor or damage the
appliance.
• Aromatic hydrocarbons such as benzene can
damage the surface of the product. These
compounds are found in many common
household products such as detergents, paints,
cosmetics, air fresheners, disinfectants, and
even some foods such as oils, spices, and
smoked meat or fish. Regularly wipe down the
control panel and other outside surfaces of the
product with a clean, damp cloth to help prevent
damage.
Cleaning the Interior
• Clean the interior of the dishwasher periodically
with a soft, damp cloth or sponge to remove
food and dirt particles.
• To remove white spots and odor from inside the
dishwasher, run an empty cycle, without
detergent, with one cup of white vinegar in a
dishwasher safe glass or bowl placed on the
upper rack. (Vinegar is an acid and with constant
use it could damage the appliance.)
• Using Machine Clean
- Run the Machine Clean (Download Cycle: P1)
cycle once a month or after every 30 cycles to
eliminate residual soil, odor, white spots and
other dirt inside the appliance. The Machine
Clean (P1) cycle is the default Download
Cycle.
1
Remove all dishes from the appliance.
2
Add 3 tbsp. (40 g) of citric acid to the
detergent dispenser or follow the
manufacturer's instructions if using a
dishwasher cleaning agent. Do not use
dishwasher detergent.
3
Run the Machine Clean (Download Cycle:
P1) cycle.
4
Press START.
NOTE
• Run the Machine Clean (Download Cycle: P1)
cycle once a month, or more often if needed, to
remove detergent buildup and other residue.
• If you have not used the dishwasher for a long
time, refresh the inside by running the Machine
Clean (Download Cycle: P1) cycle without
detergent. When the cycle is finished, clean the
inside and outside of the dishwasher according
to the MAINTENANCE instructions.
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