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LG DF243 Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
DISHWASHER
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
DF243**
MFL72081386
Rev.00_060424
Copyright © 2024 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Scan the QR code to see the manual.
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 DF243** www.lg.com MFL72081386 Rev.00_060424 Copyright © 2024 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Wash Cycles ......................27 Options and Extra Functions ................28 Programme Table ....................29 Information for Energy Test (EN60436) ............32 Loading the Dishwasher .................33 Adding Cleaning Agents..................38 Refilling......................39 Useful Tips......................40 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................41 Smart Diagnosis ....................42 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Caring ..................43...
  • Page 3 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service................47...

  • Page 4: 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 5: Installation

    • 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.

  • Page 6: Operation

    • 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.
  • Page 7 • 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.
  • Page 8 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.

  • Page 9: Caution

    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.
  • Page 10 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. •...

  • Page 11: Caring For The Environment

    • You can take your appliance either to the shop where you purchased the product, or contact your local government waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE collection point. For the most up to date information for your country, please see www.lg.com/global/recycling.

  • Page 12: 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 Interior View Control Panel & Door Handle Top Wash Impeller Front Cover Upper Spray Arm Lower Cover Lower Spray Arm Levelling Feet Salt Dispenser Cap...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    INSTALLATION Accessories Funnel Noise Strip *1 Noise strips are provided: Lower - 1 EA, Front - 1 Specifications Model DF243** Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Dimension 600 mm X 850 mm X 600 mm (Width X Height X Depth) Product Weight Approx.

  • Page 14: Preparing Cabinet Opening

    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.

  • Page 15: Removing The Top Cover

    INSTALLATION Lay down the appliance and pull on both the Attach the black coloured lower strip to the hooks at the bottom of the lower cover. bottom of the lower cover. Attach the black coloured front strip to the Pull on the lower cover to remove it. top of the lower cover.

  • Page 16: Levelling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION Remove the 2 screws on the back. NOTE • When the appliance is correctly leveled, there should be no slant, stickiness or rubbing sound when the door is opened. Adjusting and Leveling the Appliance When the appliance is not perfectly level, turn the adjustable feet until the appliance no longer wobbles.

  • Page 17: Installing The Drain Hose

    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.

  • Page 18: Preparing Water And Electrical Connections

    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.

  • Page 19: Final Installation Check

    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.
  • Page 20 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.

  • Page 21: Operation

    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. •...

  • Page 22: Before Using

    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.

  • Page 23: Water Hardness Table

    OPERATION Water Hardness Table Water Hardness Softeni Ratio mmol/l mg/l ng level °d °e °f Range (Ca+Mg) (Ca) <4 <5 <7 <0,7 <29 Soft 4 - 7 5 - 9 7 - 13 0,7 - 1,3 29 - 50 1:24 7 - 14 9 - 17,5 13 - 25...

  • Page 24: Adding Rinse Aid

    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...

  • Page 25: Setting The Rinse Aid Level

    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.

  • Page 26: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features For Non-Steam Models Power • Press Power button to turn power on and off. • 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.

  • Page 27: Wash Cycles

    OPERATION Cancel • The drain pump activates and the cycle cancels. Once the appliance finishes draining, the power turns off. • Press and hold START button for 3 seconds to activate the cancel function. START • To operate the appliance, either (depending on display type) press START button and close the door or close the door and press START button.

  • Page 28: Options And Extra Functions

    OPERATION Extra Dry NOTE Select this option for better drying results. This option adds extra drying time to the cycle and • This cycle does not have drying. Select the Extra raises the heating rinse temperature. Dry option or another cycle for better drying. Extra Dry will add to the overall cycle time.

  • Page 29: Programme Table

    OPERATION Programme Table Programme Guide On DF243** Models Wash Rinse Program Soil Level Pre-wash Main wash Rinse Heating rinse Auto All levels (65 - 70 ℃) (70 ℃) Intensive Heavy (75 ℃) (70 ℃) Delicate Light (55 ℃) (70 ℃) Moderate (46 ℃) (59 ℃)
  • Page 30 OPERATION Regulation for Europe(On DF243** Models) Water Consumption Energy Consumption Programme Duration (min) (kWh) Auto 13,1 1,08 - 1,17 Intensive 23,9 1,76 Delicate 16,8 1,14 0,85 Turbo 18,8 0,87 Express 12,4 0,61 Rinse 0,01 Machine Clean 12,1 0,75 NOTE • The data given will vary depending on individual conditions. NOTE •...

  • Page 31: Available Options

    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 except for the Download Cycle. For Non-Steam Models Programme Dual Zone...

  • Page 32: Information For Energy Test (En60436)

    OPERATION Information for Energy Cutlery Rack Test (EN60436) Appliance loaded in accordance with standard specifications. NOTE • When the salt dispenser is operated, the data below increases. - Water Consumption: 4,2 Liter - Energy Consumption: 30 W - Duration: 4 minutes For Models without Auto Open Dry Function •...

  • Page 33: Upper Rack

    OPERATION Upper Rack Lower Rack Glasses(Milk) Dinner plates(Egg) *1 There are 5 glasses stained with milk. Melamine Dessert Plates(Egg) Dessert Bowls(Oat flake) *2 Milk Glass for EN60704-2-3: 2020 Soup plates(Oat flake) Saucers(Black tea) Oval Platter(Meat) Mugs(Black tea) Small Pot(Spinach + Margarine) Cups(Black tea) Oven Pot(Meat) Glass bowl(Meat)

  • Page 34: Items Not Suitable For Dishwashers

    OPERATION • Items with burnt on food should be soaked prior To make it easier to load larger dishes, the front to loading the dishwasher. row of tines can be folded down. • Deep based items should be placed upside down.

  • Page 35: Loading The Upper Rack

    OPERATION Loading the Upper Rack CAUTION Daily Use Load • The spray arms must not be blocked by items that are too tall or hang through the baskets. The upper rack is suitable for delicate items such Test for free movement by manually rotating the as, small plates, long cutlery, cups, glasses and spray arms.

  • Page 36: Height Adjustable Upper Rack

    OPERATION • The rack on the left pops free at the back. There are three available positions for adjusting The rack on the right pops free at the front. the height of the upper rack to create more space. Lowering the Rack Hold the rack at the centre of each side to support its weight.

  • Page 37: Loading The Cutlery Rack

    OPERATION Possible plate size according to the • When the upper rack is in the lower position, push in the upper rack first, and the lower rack upper rack position later. • Pull out the lower rack first, and the upper rack Plate Size (mm) later.

  • Page 38: Adding Cleaning Agents

    OPERATION • Put detergent into the detergent compartment CAUTION before starting any cycle, except the Rinse cycle. • Do not place bowls in the center of the cutlery Push the button on the dispenser lid to open rack. The door may not close properly, resulting in leakage.

  • Page 39: Refilling

    OPERATION • Only use the detergent and rinse aid that has Amount of detergent been qualified with standard. Use of an unqualified detergent and rinse aid may present Programme Main wash a risk of damage, corrosion, poor washing (dispenser) results, poor drying, and leakage. •...

  • Page 40: Useful Tips

    OPERATION When the Salt Refill icon illuminates, it means the salt is almost empty. If necessary, refill the salt dispenser. CAUTION • Do not add detergent or any other solution into the water softener housing other than dishwasher salt. Doing so will cause the water softening system to malfunction.

  • Page 41: Smart Functions

    Application Appliances that have been successfully registered can download a variety of specialty cycles specific Search for the LG ThinQ application from the to the appliance. Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smartphone. Follow instructions to download and Only one cycle can be stored on the appliance at install the application.

  • Page 42: Smart Diagnosis

    • Self-repair is not recommended as it could diagnosis method. further damage the device and void the guarantee. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow • Spare parts referenced in Regulation 2019/2022 the instructions for audible diagnosis provided are available for a minimum duration of 10 in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    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 •...

  • Page 44: Cleaning The Filters

    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 •...

  • Page 45: Cleaning The Upper Spray Arm

    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.

  • Page 46: Seasonal Maintenance And Storage

    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.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    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 &...
  • Page 48 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. •...
  • Page 49 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.
  • Page 50 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.
  • Page 51 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. •...
  • Page 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Dishes don’t dry. A cycle without the Extra Dry option was selected. • Select a cycle that defaults to the Extra Dry option.
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