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 • 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. Installation • This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
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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...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. The packaging materials can cause suffocation.
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...
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INSTALLATION Specifications Model F4Y9LDP2Z Power Supply 220‒240 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight 78 kg Dimension(mm) 1135...
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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 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).
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• 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.
• 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...
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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.
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.
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INSTALLATION • When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it tightly with string.
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.
• 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 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. ezDispense Buttons •...
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OPERATION Description AI DD • AI DD provides the appropriate drum rotation actions after load sensing is completed. • is activated when the AI Wash programme is selected and operated. - If too much detergent is used, too many suds can occur and this will cause poor AI DD performance.
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.
OPERATION Adding Detergents and - Detergent is flushed from the dispenser at the beginning of the wash cycle. Softeners NOTE Detergent Dosage • Do not let the detergent harden. Doing so may lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or • Detergent should be used according to the odour.
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OPERATION can harden these additives and prevent Turn the lids on the ezDispense compartments them from dispensing properly. Be careful counterclockwise to open them. not to lose the lids. Close the dispenser drawer slowly before starting the cycle. • Slamming the drawer closed may result in the detergent overflowing into another compartment or dispensing into the drum earlier than programmed.
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OPERATION laundry. Do not place liquid or powdered Press the Dispenser 1 or Dispenser 2 button detergent packs in the any of the dispensers. repeatedly to turn off the ezDispense function. Manual main wash detergent compartment Dispenser 1 button Dispenser 2 button Close the detergent dispenser drawer slowly before starting the cycle.
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OPERATION • If you use a detergent that does not dissolve easily or a detergent with high viscosity, it will leave a residue and clog the dispenser. • Be sure to turn off the ezDispense function. Adding Detergent Tablets Detergent tablets can also be used when washing. Open the door and put detergent tablets into the drum before loading the clothes.
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 •...
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OPERATION Delicates 20 ℃ (Cold to 40 ℃) Max. Load: 4 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.
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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. Programm Wrinkle Steam TurboWash Condensin Pre Wash...
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OPERATION Spin Speed Programme Default Available TurboWash 39 1200 rpm 400 to 1400 rpm Mixed Fabric 1000 rpm 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...
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...
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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.
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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.
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.
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OPERATION after the selected programme finishes. While Press the Start/Pause button. this option is running, appears on the display. Add Item You can use this option in order to add or remove clothes after the washing programme has started. TurboWash Adding this option reduces the programme time Press the Power button.
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OPERATION NOTE NOTE • Except for LED of the Delay End button, all LEDs • Whether the detergent or softener indicator may on the control panel will be turned off within 20 blink and the chime may sound, even if there is minutes.
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OPERATION Turn the knob to increase or decrease the Buttons Indicator Dispensed Amount amount of detergent or fabric softener. The amount is shown in the display. • The default amounts can be increased or Off (0%) decreased in 1 ml increments, within a range of 9 ml to 150 ml.
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OPERATION Press the Dispenser 1 button to light up the NOTE Link indicator. • Run this function once a month (or more often if • The Liquid detergent indicator is always needed) to remove detergent buildup and other light on. residue.
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OPERATION NOTE • Once this function is set, all buttons are locked except the Power button. • When the controls are locked, and the remaining time are alternatively shown on the display during the wash while this function is engaged. •...
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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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.
SMART FUNCTIONS Smart Diagnosis Start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application on your smartphone. Use this feature to help you diagnose and solve problems with your appliance. NOTE NOTE • Once this function is enabled, you can only start a cycle from the LG ThinQ smartphone •...
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SMART FUNCTIONS Place the mouthpiece of your smartphone close to the Power button. Press and hold the Temp. button for 3 seconds or longer while holding the smartphone mouthpiece to the Power button until the data transfer is complete. • Keep the smartphone in place until the data transfer has finished.
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 Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter Run this function once a month (or more often if needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and softener and other residue. The water inlet filter collects lime or any sediment that may be in water that is supplied to the •...
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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.
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MAINTENANCE • Run the drum cleaning programme once a Remove the check valve to remove any residual month (or more often, as needed) to remove detergent/softener and close the check valve. excess detergent and other debris. Cleaning the ezDispense Drawer Clean the ezDispense compartments every time you refill the detergent/softener or change to a new type of detergent/softener.
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MAINTENANCE • Use a soft cloth or brush to clean and to remove any residue. • Do not use soap when cleaning the drawer and inserts. Securely close the covers on the ezDispense compartments. Wipe off any moisture with a dry towel or cloth after cleaning.
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 ezDispense Error Messages Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution The amount of liquid detergent in the detergent compartment did not E d1 decrease. ezDispense ERROR 1 After putting the detergent into the detergent compartment, it was left for a long time and the detergent hardened. •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Thumping sound The clothes may be out of balance. • Pause the programme and redistribute the clothes after the door unlocks. Vibrating noise Package materials are not removed. • Remove package materials. The clothes may be unevenly distributed in the drum. •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown. operate. • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset breaker. The appliance should be on a dedicated branch circuit. The appliance will resume the programme where it stopped once power is restored. Control needs to be reset.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Drain located higher than 1 m above the floor. drain water. • Make sure that the drain hose is no higher than 1 m above the bottom of the appliance. Detergent is not Too much detergent is used.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Wrinkling Appliance is not unloaded promptly. • Always remove items from the appliance as soon as the programme is complete. Appliance is overloaded. • The appliance can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be tightly packed with items.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Too much/too little The default dispense amounts setting may need to be changed. detergent or softener • Check and change the default dispense amounts setting. dispensed. The ezDispense doesn't The ezDispense function is off. dispense detergent/ •...
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• 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.
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