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LG DF030 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
DF030**
MFL72150603
Rev.00_090424
12739116-A
Copyright © 2024 LG Electronics. 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 DF030** www.lg.com MFL72150603 Rev.00_090424 Copyright © 2024 LG Electronics. All Rights Reserved 12739116-A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS This manual may contain images or content that may be different from the model you purchased. This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE............3 WARNING ......................3 CAUTION ......................8 CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT ..............10 INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications ..................11 Preparing Cabinet Opening................13...

  • 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: 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 5: 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 6 • 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 7 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 8: 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 9 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 10: 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 11: 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 Upper Spray Arm Front Cover Lower Spray Arm Lower Cover Salt Dispenser Cap Levelling Feet Filtration System...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    INSTALLATION Accessories Funnel Drain Hose Shelf Lower Cover Water Supply Hose Bottom Cotton Felt Specifications Model DF030** Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Dimension 600 mm X 845 mm X 596 mm (Width X Height X Depth) Product Weight Approx.

  • Page 13: 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 14: Levelling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION Remove the 2 screws on the bottom front. Place the lower cover on the bottom of the dishwasher. NOTE • If you want to built-in, it is recommended to attach the lower cover after built-in into the cabinet to prevent damage to the lower cover. Pull the top cover backwards after removing the two screws and then lift it up to remove it.

  • Page 15: Installing The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION lower from front-to-back, side-to-side and Check the opening of door and repeat if corner-to-corner. necessary until the door opens and closes properly. NOTE • Place the appliance on a solid, level floor. • Do not install the appliance on an elevated surface.

  • Page 16: Preparing Water And Electrical Connections

    INSTALLATION • Standpipe diameter is at least 40 mm. CAUTION • Caution should be taken when passing hoses through Cabinetry holes as they may have sharp edges and could damage the hoses. Smooth or sand edges to avoid damaging the drain or inlet hose.

  • Page 17: Final Installation Check

    INSTALLATION • It takes about 3 – 4 minutes for the first supply Run the appliance on a Rinse cycle to verify water. proper operation and check for leaks. Installation Check Error Codes Routing Electrical Wiring Connect the appliance to an earthed socket in Error accordance with the current wiring regulations, Possible Cause and Solution...

  • Page 18: Operation Operation Overview

    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. Press the Power button. •...

  • Page 19: 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 20 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 21: Setting The Buzzer Volume

    OPERATION the salt and the salt water around the inner tub CAUTION in order to prevent corrosion. • If the rinse aid lid is not closed properly, a large amount of rinse aid will release into the tub and Remove the lower rack and remove the cap of cause washability problems.

  • Page 22: Adding Rinse Aid

    OPERATION Add a liquid rinse aid to the maximum fill level. CAUTION The rinse aid should be settled in the dispenser • Seal the cap properly by aligning it horizontally while filling, or air bubbles may result in poor and turning it clockwise. A loosely fitted cap may drying results.

  • Page 23: 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 24: Wash Cycles

    OPERATION Wash Cycles NOTE Wash Cycles • This cycle does not have drying. Select the Dry+ option or another cycle for better drying. Selecting the Cycle • Detergent tablets are not recommended for use The default cycle is Eco. You can also customize of Express cycle.
  • Page 25 OPERATION Options and Extra Functions • To activate this feature, press the center of Half Load/Control Lock. Delay Start Control Lock This feature delays the start of a selected cycle. Each time the Delay Start button is pressed, the This feature helps prevent settings from being delay time increases by an hour.

  • Page 26: Programme Table

    OPERATION Programme Table Programme Guide On DF030** Models Wash Rinse Program Soil Level Pre-wash Main wash Rinse Heating rinse Moderate Auto All levels (60 - 65 Intensive Heavy 1 Hour Express Delicate Rinse Machine Clean NOTE • Running time may vary according to the water temperature, ambient temperature, water pressure and voltage.
  • Page 27 OPERATION Regulation for Europe(On DF030** Models) Water Consumption Energy Consumption Programme Duration (min) (kWh) 0.93 Auto 13.0 - 17.1 1.2 - 1.6 96 - 155 Intensive 15.8 1.35 1 Hour 0.94 Express 0.48 Delicate Rinse 0.01 Machine Clean 0.94 NOTE •...

  • Page 28: Available Options

    OPERATION Available Options NOTE • The Delay Start option can be selected for every washing programme in this table. For Non-Steam Models Programme Half Load 3 in 1 Dry+ Auto Intensive 1 Hour Express Delicate Rinse Machine Clean...

  • Page 29: Information For Energy Test (En60436)

    OPERATION Information for Energy Cutlery Basket Test (EN60436) Appliance loaded in accordance with standard specifications. NOTE • When the salt dispenser is operated, the data below increases. - Water Consumption: 2.5 Liter - Energy Consumption: 0.5 Wh - Duration: - For Models without Auto Open Dry Function •...

  • Page 30: Upper Rack

    OPERATION Upper Rack Lower Rack Cups(Black tea) Dinner plates(Egg) Glasses(Milk) Oval Platter(Meat) *1 There are 7 glasses stained with milk. Melamine Dessert Plates(Egg) Small Pot(Spinach + Margarine) *2 Milk Glass for EN60704-2-3: 2020 Soup plates(Oat flake) Mugs(Black tea) Melamine Bowls(Margarine) Glass bowl(Meat) Dessert Plates(Spinach) Oven Pot(Meat)

  • Page 31: Items Not Suitable For Dishwashers

    OPERATION • Make sure that all items do not touch each other. To make it easier to load larger dishes, the front row of tines can be folded down. Items not Suitable for Dishwashers The combination of high water temperature and dishwasher detergents may damage certain items.

  • Page 32: Loading The Upper Rack

    OPERATION Folding Down the Rack Tines The cup racks provide support for long stem glasses. Fold tines down to fit larger dishes; pull tines back up to fit smaller dishes. The right side row of tines can be folded down or the cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall crockery items.

  • Page 33: Height Adjustable Upper Rack

    OPERATION Height Adjustable Upper Rack • When the upper rack is in the lower position, push in the upper rack first, and the lower rack The height of the upper rack can be adjusted when later. you load glasses with long stems or tall crockery •...

  • Page 34: Adding Cleaning Agents

    OPERATION • Fill to the 15 line for soft water or lightly CAUTION soiled loads. • The cutlery shouldn’t be longer than 23 cm. Push the detergent lid to slide the lid closed until it clicks. Adding Cleaning Agents Adding Detergent to the If a prewash is desired, fill the recessed Dispenser prewash compartment area on the lid with...

  • Page 35: Refilling

    OPERATION • Some appliance detergent tablets may become Amount of detergent stuck in the dispenser due to their excessive size. Programme Tablets can be placed onto the base of the wash Main wash tub next to the filter before starting the cycle. (dispenser) •...

  • Page 36: Unloading The Dishwasher

    OPERATION NOTE • Make sure that all items do not touch each other. • If dry results are not good or water stains remain, add the Dry+ option or set the rinse level. • When using tablet type (2 in 1, 3 in 1) detergent, an additional rinse may be required, depending on the volume of dishes, in this case use the Dry+ option or set the rinse level.

  • Page 37: 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 38: Cleaning The Filters

    MAINTENANCE Using White Vinegar Clean the filters with a soft brush under If you cannot find citric acid powder, pour running water. Reassemble the filters before approximately 3/4 - 1 1/4 cups (200 - 300 mL) of reinstalling them. white vinegar into shallow bowl and place in upper rack.

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Upper Spray Arm

    MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Upper Spray Arm CAUTION • After using the appliance, particles of food are Pull the upper rack forward. Make sure that the filtered by the filters. Any unremoved food water jet holes are not blocked by food residue may cause bad smell.

  • Page 40: Seasonal Maintenance And Storage

    MAINTENANCE • Never over tighten the water supply valve or use After cleaning the upper spray arm, press it up mechanical devices to tighten. into place. Turn the nut turn clockwise to make sure that the nut locks back into place. Seasonal Maintenance and Storage •...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    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 42 TROUBLESHOOTING Operation Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Noise Some level of noise is normal during operation. • Detergent cover opening. • Drain pump at the beginning of drain cycle. The appliance is not level. • Adjust leveling feet. Nozzle arm knocking against dishes. •...
  • Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Detergent is left in the Detergent may not be dispensed because poor stacking of the dishes detergent dispenser. prevent automatic opening of the detergent dispenser. • Correctly arrange the dishes and always dry out the dispenser before adding new detergent so that it does not clump together.
  • Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Spots and filming on Insufficient detergent dishes • Add the recommended amount of detergent. See the OPERATION section. Rinse aid dispenser is empty. • Refill rinse aid dispenser. The water softener has no salt or insufficient the salt. •...
  • Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Food soil remains on Improper loading of dishes. dishes. • Make sure dishes do not block spray arm rotation or interfere with detergent dispenser. Filters are clogged. • Clean filters. Too much unremoved food debris on dishes. •...
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