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.
• Do not modify the power cord provided with the appliance. Please contact the LG Customer information centre to advise of its incompatibility. • This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
• Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in the terminal box. Operation • Immediately unplug the power plug and contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you detect a strange sound, odour, or smoke coming from the appliance.
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• In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics Customer Information Centre. • Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot- water system that has not been used for two weeks or more.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not operate the appliance unless all enclosure panels are properly in place. • Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a appliance and keep them out of the reach of children. • Do not wash and dry articles that have been soaked in explosive substances such as gasoline, solvents, solvent-based detergent.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance • Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the socket outlet. • Securely plug the power plug in the socket outlet after completely removing any moisture and dust.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Operation • Turn off the water tap and unplug the appliance if the appliance is to be left for an extended period of time, such as during vacations. • Do not place objects on the top of the appliance. •...
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INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Interior View Top Wash Impeller Control Panel & Door Handle Upper Spray Arm Front Cover Lower Spray Arm Lower Cover Salt Dispenser Cap Levelling Feet...
INSTALLATION Accessories Funnel Specifications Model DFB424** DFB532** DFB512** Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Dimension (Width X Height X 600 mm X 850 mm X 600 mm Depth) Product Weight Approx. 49 kg Approx. 48 kg Approx. 47 kg Max.
INSTALLATION Preparing Cabinet Opening • Install the appliance on a flat and stable area. Do not place any objects in-between the floor and base or leg off the appliance. Choosing the Proper Location NOTE • This installation must be conducted by qualified service personnel to ensure it has been installed correctly.
INSTALLATION • If the appliance rocks when pushing the top Remove the 2 screws on the back. plate of the appliance diagonally, adjust the feet again. NOTE • The appliance is not level if there is a rubbing sound or stickiness when the door is opened. Adjusting and Leveling the Appliance When the appliance is not perfectly level, turn the...
INSTALLATION Installing the Drain Hose Check the opening of door and repeat if necessary until the door opens and closes If the end of the drain hose does not fit to the drain properly. line, use a drain extension kit (optional) that is resistant to heat and detergent.
INSTALLATION Preparing Water and Method 1 Electrical Connections When the drain hose is connected to a waste spigot, the hose must be looped up to the underside of the bench top and secured. Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap Connect the water supply hose to the water tap.
INSTALLATION Final Installation Check • Use sealant tape or sealing compound on the tap’s thread to avoid water leaks. Testing the Dishwasher • Make sure that the line is not kinked or sharply bent. Turn on electrical power. NOTE • Before connecting the water supply hose to the Turn on house water supply.
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INSTALLATION Error Possible Cause and Solution Code Water supply line kinked under dishwasher. • Feed the drainage and supply hoses through the hole under the sink. Then gradually slide the dishwasher into the cabinet while pulling on the hoses under the sink to take up any slack.
OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview Load the dishes in the rack. • Make certain that no dishes or utensils are in Using the Appliance the path of the spray arms. • Do not place one dish on top of another. Open the door and press the Power button. •...
OPERATION Set the softening system level of the appliance NOTE according to the water hardness level. • Never use liquid dishwashing detergent in the appliance. Method 2 • It is not recommended to rinse the dishes You can check water hardness by using the test manually before operating the dishwasher strip included in the product.
OPERATION as any spilled salt inside the appliance may cause Remove the lower rack and remove the cap of rust or damage to the appliance if the left the salt dispenser located on the left side of the unwashed. filters. Before using the appliance for the first time, it is necessary to pour 1 kg of dishwasher salt and 1 litre of water at the same time if...
OPERATION while filling, or air bubbles may result in poor Press Delay Start to change the rinse aid drying results. dispenser setting. Each press of the button changes the setting one step from L0(off) to L4. Once the desired rinse aid dispenser setting is selected, press START to save.
OPERATION • After the cycle is complete, the power automatically turns off for purposes of safety and economy. • If there is a power surge, power outage, or disruption of any kind, power is automatically turned off for safety. • When power is connected again, it will turn on automatically and resume the cycle. Digital Display •...
OPERATION strongest spray intensity and uses it to wash that have excess soil to soften dried on residue. heavily soiled dishes. Rinsing the dishes helps prevent odors in the appliance. Delicate • Press and hold Eco for 3 seconds to activate. Use this cycle to clean delicate items such as fine china and stemware.
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OPERATION Energy Saver • To start a new cycle, deactivate this feature. This option saves energy by reducing the wash and • This feature can be set at any time by turning on rinse temperatures. Wash time is increased to the appliance.
OPERATION Programme Table Programme Guide On DFB424**, DFB532** Models Wash Rinse Program Soil Level Pre-wash Main wash Rinse Heating rinse Auto All levels (65 - 70 Intensive Heavy Delicate Light Refresh Moderate Turbo Moderate Express Light Rinse Light Machine Clean On DFB512** Models Wash Rinse...
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OPERATION Wash Rinse Program Soil Level Pre-wash Main wash Rinse Heating rinse Delicate Light Moderate Turbo Moderate Express Light Rinse Light Machine Clean NOTE • Running time may vary according to the water temperature, ambient temperature, water pressure and voltage. •...
OPERATION Available Options NOTE • The Energy Saver option is not available with the High Temp. or Extra Dry option. • The Delay Start option can be selected for every washing programme in this table. For Non-Steam Models Programme Dual Zone Half Load Energy Saver High Temp.
OPERATION For Steam Models Programm Energy Dual Zone Half Load Steam High Temp. Extra Dry Saver Auto Intensive Delicate Refresh Turbo Express Rinse Machine Clean Download Cycle Loading the Dishwasher Items not Suitable for Dishwashers For effective washing results, always follow the instructions.
OPERATION Folding Down the Rack Tines CAUTION Fold tines down to fit larger dishes; pull tines back • Water proof or long lasting lipstick smudges on up to fit smaller dishes. glasses may not be removed during the wash. Loading the Lower Rack Daily Use Load The lower rack is suitable for dinner plates, soup bowls, dishes, pots, pans, lids and even a grill tray.
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OPERATION Removing and Replacing Cup The cup racks provide support for long stem glasses. Racks The left and right cup racks are interchangeable and can be removed. Slide cup rack down into its closed position. The left side row of tines can be folded down or the cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall crockery items.
OPERATION Raising the Rack Slide cup rack off support bar on opposite side. Lift the rack at the centre of each side until the rack locks into place in the upper position. It is not necessary to lift the lock levers to raise the rack. Reverse instructions to replace cup rack.
OPERATION then raise each side of the rack individually until Place forks and spoons in the cutlery basket with it clicks into place. their handles downwards. • There is a 56 mm gain in height when the upper rack is moved to the lower position. •...
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OPERATION • The amount of detergent needed depends on If a prewash is desired, fill the recessed the cycle, load size, and soil level of dishes. prewash compartment area on the lid with • Put detergent into the detergent compartment detergent.
OPERATION Checking the Rinse Aid • To avoid damaging the appliance, do not pull up on the dispenser to close the appliance door. When the Rinse Aid Refill icon illuminates lit, it means the rinse aid is almost empty. If necessary, refill the rinse aid dispenser.
OPERATION Unloading the Dishwasher • Before unload the dishes, check if the dishes cooled down to hand-warm condition. • Empty the lower rack first and then the upper one. It will avoid water dripping from the upper rack onto the dishes below. WARNING •...
When the cycle is complete or the appliance has problems, you have the option of receiving push Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with notifications on a smartphone. The notifications your existing account or create an LG account are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is to sign in.
Internet service provider or refer to your Run the LG ThinQ application. wireless router manual. • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, Select and touch the Dishwasher in the malfunctions, or errors caused by network application.
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Time remaining for LG ThinQ application. data transfer is displayed. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ After the data transfer is complete, the application.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE To maintain performance and prevent problems, Food residue may be stuck in the narrow gaps check the outside and inside of the appliance, inside the appliance after completion of washing. including filters and spray arms regularly. Wipe off all food residue. WARNING •...
MAINTENANCE white vinegar into shallow bowl and place in upper Clean the filters with a soft brush under rack. Run Auto cycle. Do not use detergent. When running water. Reassemble the filters before the cycle is finished, restart. reinstalling them. CAUTION •...
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Upper Spray Arm NOTE • When assembling, rotate it firmly until it clicks. Pull the upper rack forward. Make sure that the water jet holes are not blocked by food particles. When cleaning is necessary, remove the upper spray arm by turning the nut on the bottom of the spray arm 1/8 turn counterclockwise and pulling down.
MAINTENANCE After cleaning the upper spray arm, press it up Refit the filter and gasket and make sure that it into place. Turn the nut 1/8 turn clockwise to is sitting correctly. make sure that the nut locks back into place. Refit and secure the water supply hose in reverse order.
The appliance is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If this appliance does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call LG Electronics service centre. Symptoms Possible Cause &...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Motor trouble • Call for service if the same problem occurs again. Vario motor trouble • Call for service if the same problem occurs again. Operation Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Noise Some level of noise is normal during operation. •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water remains in sump Water may remain if the power supply was lost before normal end of the after completion of course or was manually disconnected. cycle. • Re-start the course. Sprays arms do not Holes of spray arms are blocked by food particles.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Yellow or brown film Coffee or tea stains on inside surfaces of • Eliminate the stain by using a stain removal product. appliance Yellow water remains When initially using the appliance, Yellow water may generate in the inside the dishwasher.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Odour There is food in the bottom of the unit or in the filter. • Clean the filter and the interior according to the MAINTENANCE section of the owner’s manual. Unwashed dishes are left in the unit for a long time. •...
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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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