Preparing the Wash Load ................15 Adding Detergents, Softeners and Bleaches..........17 Control Panel ....................19 Programme Table ....................21 Extra Options and Functions ................24 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................27 Smart Diagnosis ....................27 MAINTENANCE Cleaning after Every Wash ................28 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............28 TROUBLESHOOTING...
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.
• The inlet water pressure must be between 50 and 800 kPa. Maximum Capacity The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be washed is: TV2516DV3M TV2517DV3B TV2519DV3B 16 kg...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. • This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
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• Make sure that drainage is working properly. If water is not drained properly, your floor may get flooded. • If, during spinning, opening the door does not stop the drum within about 10 seconds, immediately discontinue operating the appliance and contact your dealer or LG Electronics service centre.
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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 appliance in a different location.
Repairs carried out by with movable home or house. inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local authorised LG repairer. • The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and...
INSTALLATION Connecting the Hose to the grounded/earthed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Water Tap Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread Screw the hose connector onto the water supply Connecting the Water Inlet tap. Hoses Before connecting the water inlet hose to the water tap, check the hose fitting type and follow the instructions for that hose fitting.
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INSTALLATION Push the inlet hose vertically upwards so Pull the connector latch plate down, push that the rubber seal within the hose can adhere the inlet hose onto the adapter, and release the completely to the tap and then tighten the connector latch plate.
INSTALLATION Installing the Drain Hose • The outlet of the drain hose should not be submerged in water. Before connecting the drain hose, check your drain hose model and follow the instructions for that model. Installing the Drain Hose in a Floor Drain Push the elbow end of the hose onto the drain outlet on the back of the appliance.
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INSTALLATION • Turn the adjustable feet clockwise to raise or Insert the anti-rat cover to the assembling turn the adjustable feet counterclockwise to bracket from the back of the appliance. lower the appliance. NOTE • Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet. •...
OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview End of cycle. • When the cycle is finished, a melody will Using the Appliance sound. Immediately remove your clothing from the appliance to reduce wrinkling. Before the first wash, select the Normal programme and add a half amount of detergent. NOTE Start the appliance without clothes.
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OPERATION Checking the Fabric Care Label • Wash delicates (stockings, underwired bras) in a wash net. This will tell you about the fabric content of your • Close zippers, hooks and strings to make sure clothes and how it should be washed. that these items do not snag other clothes.
OPERATION Adding Detergents, CAUTION Softeners and Bleaches • Using liquid detergent without diluting, or leaving laundry for a long time after pouring Detergent Dosage diluted liquid detergent into the drum might cause the clothes to be damaged, bleached, • Detergent should be selected according to fabric discoloured.
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OPERATION Adding Fabric Softeners bleach dispenser . Avoid splashing or overfilling. Add a fabric softener to the maximum fill line. • Mix powdered bleach with water to a liquid • If the softener is concentrated, then it should be consistency and pour it into the bleach diluted.
OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features POWER Button • Press the POWER button to turn on or off the appliance. • The appliance automatically turns off once a certain time has passed after the wash has completed. Programme Button • Programmes are available according to the laundry type. •...
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OPERATION : Spinning stage NOTE • The cycle status indicator blinks during that process, and then the indicator turns off when that process has completed. Display • The display shows the settings, remaining estimated time, options, and status messages. When the appliance is turned on, the default settings in the display will light up.
OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme Wash programmes are designed for the best wash performance for different types of clothes. • Press the washing programme button to select the desired programme. • When you select a wash programme, the light for the corresponding wash programme will turn on. Normal Description Use this programme to wash normal laundry.
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OPERATION Duvet Description Use this programme to wash a blanket or bedclothes that have the hand wash sign on the care label. • Cashmere bedclothes, acrylic blanket, mixed spinning blanket, woollen blanket, infilling (polyester 101), and bed sheets might be damaged if they are allowed to float.
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OPERATION Tub Clean Description This is a special function to clean inside the drum of your appliance. • To use this function, refer to the MAINTENANCE for details. Extra Options NOTE • Delay End option can be selected for every washing programme in the table below except the Delicates programme.
OPERATION Extra Options and Using Special Options Functions You can customize the programmes by using the following special options: You can use the extra options and functions on Strong Wave some programmes to customize the cycle. Use this option to change the strong water wave. Customising a Washing •...
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OPERATION Press the START/PAUSE button to begin the NOTE cycle. • This function is the time to the end of the programme, not the start. The actual running time may vary due to water temperature, wash Press and hold the AI Wash and Spin buttons laundry and other factors.
OPERATION Manual Washing When you need a rinse and spin, spin only, rinse only or wash only cycle, these can be set manually. Rinse and Spin Spin only Rinse only Wash only Press the POWER button. Press the Rinse Press the Spin Press the Rinse Press the Wash button.
Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the LG ThinQ application.
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.
MAINTENANCE • For models without a lint filter, the lint is WARNING discharged when the water drains during washing. • Leave the door open to dry the drum interior but • Washing small loads regularly (less than half a only if it is safe and any children are supervised. tub).
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Lint Filter Wash the filter with a soft brush. The filter is an important part for an efficient washing performance result, so take a special care. Clean the filter regularly. CAUTION • Clean the lint filter after at least 2 - 3 washes. •...
You can remedy most of the problems by yourself, consequently save time and money, since you do not need to call LG Electronics service centre. The following table should assist you by troubleshooting.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Foreign objects, such as coins, pins, clips, etc.,are caught between the pulsator and the inner drum. FOREIGN OBJECTS ERROR • Turn off the appliance and then press the POWER button. Press the Spin button without selecting a cycle to drain and spin the laundry. When the spin is complete, remove the clothes and then find and remove any objects caught in the pulsator gap.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution A motor error has occurred. DRAIN MOTOR ERROR • Unplug the appliance and call for service. is not an error. This prevents children from changing cycles or operating the appliance. CHILD LOCK FUNCTION • Turn off the Child Lock function in the control panel. Vibration sensor malfunctions.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance will not Appliance is unplugged. operate. • Make sure that the cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off. • Turn on the water supply tap completely. Controls are not set properly. •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water leaking Drain hose has come out of drain or is not inserted far enough. • Tie drain hose to supply hose or standpipe to prevent it from coming out during drain. For smaller drain pipes, insert the drain hose into the pipe as far as the drain hose flange.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Poor stain removal Previously set stains. • Items that have previously been washed may have stains that have been set. These stains may be difficult to remove and may require hand washing or pretreating to aid in stain removal. Staining Bleach or softener dispensed too soon.
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