Sorting Laundry Loading the Washer Adding Cleaning Products Control Panel Wash Cycles Cycle Modifiers Options and Extra Functions 29 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Function 30 MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning Periodic Maintenance Care in Cold Climates 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages.
• If the product has been submerged in water, sitting in standing water, or waterlogged, do not come in contact with the product and immediately contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not modify or extend the power cord. • If the electrical supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. •...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION STATEMENTS CAUTION • To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: Installation • Install the product on a firm and level floor. Operation •...
• For your safety and for extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction, property damage or bodily injury caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized components, parts, or non-LG products. Front View...
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Accessories Required Accessories (sold separately) Included Accessories Hot and Cold Water Hoses Tie Strap Product Specifications The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements. Model WT6105C* Electrical Requirements 120 VAC @ 60 Hz Min.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing WARNING • Moving or installation of the appliance requires two or more people. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury. • Store and install the appliance where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
10 INSTALLATION Tools Needed • The floor under the washer must not slope more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) from front to back or side to side. • Installing on carpeting and soft tile surfaces is not recommended. • Never install the washer on a platform or weakly supported structure.
Old hoses could leak or burst causing flooding and property damage. Remove the foam tub insert. Contact an LG Customer Information Center for • To prevent damage, do not remove the assistance in buying hoses. foam insert from the tub until the washer is in the final location.
12 INSTALLATION After the hoses are connected, turn on the NOTE water faucets and flush out any foreign • Do not store or install the washer in a location substances such as dirt, sand, or sawdust. subject to freezing temperatures. Damage to the Foreign substances can damage washer inlets water inlet hoses and internal mechanisms of and lead to leakage.
INSTALLATION • Make sure that the drain hose is not stretched, NOTE pinched, crushed, or kinked. • If the drain is large enough for the flange on the • The end of the drain hose should be located a hose to fit inside, then do not insert the flange minimum of 29.5 inches (75 cm) and a more than 1 - 2 inches into the drain.
14 INSTALLATION • To check if the washer is level from front to back, NOTE place a level on the edge where the cabinet side meets the top cover. Do not place the level on • Before installing the washer, make sure that the the top of the lid.
INSTALLATION • Do not modify the power cord and plug provided Press the Start/Pause button. with the appliance. Do not damage it when • The test will run for about 3 minutes. installing or moving the appliance. Doing so may result in death, fire, electric shock, or •...
16 OPERATION OPERATION Before Use Adjust settings. • Default settings for the selected cycle can WARNING be changed, if desired, using the cycle modifier and option buttons. • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •...
OPERATION Soil Level Category Label Directions Wash heavily soiled clothing together. Washing lightly soiled clothing in the same load with heavily Hand wash soiled clothing could result in poor wash performance for the lightly soiled clothing. Machine wash, Normal cycle Fabric Type Perm Press/Wrinkle Delicate articles should not be mixed with heavy or...
18 OPERATION • The washer can be fully loaded, but the tub • Wash small, light items in a mesh bag. Small should not be tightly packed with items. The lid items can get caught in the impeller at the of the washer must close easily.
OPERATION Adding Cleaning Products Single-Use Detergent Packs / Gel or Tablet Detergents About Detergent Use Place liquid or powdered detergent packs, or gel or tablet detergents in the tub before loading This washer is designed for use with only HE (High- laundry.
20 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. Fabric Softener Compartment This compartment holds liquid fabric softener, which is automatically dispensed during the final rinse cycle.
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OPERATION Measure liquid bleach carefully, following the instructions on the bottle. • HE (High-Efficiency) washers use less water, so less bleach is needed. One half cup is enough for most loads. Carefully pour the pre-measured amount of bleach directly into the bleach dispenser. •...
22 OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washer on or off. • Pressing this button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost. • The door will unlock after a brief pause. NOTE •...
OPERATION Status Display Cycle Status Indicators • These LEDs will blink when a cycle is selected to indicate which stages will run. • When a cycle is running, the LED for the active stage will blink, and the LEDs for the remaining stages will remain steady.
24 OPERATION Wash Cycles The wash cycles are designed for specific types of wash loads. Select the cycle that best matches the load contents for maximum wash performance and fabric care. See the Sorting Laundry section for best results, and follow the fabric care labels on your garments. For a guide to fabric care symbols, see the Sorting Laundry section.
OPERATION Cycle Bedding/Waterproof Bedding Description Suitable for washing blankets or bulky items which have difficulty absorbing water, such as pillows, blankets, comforters, sheets or pet bedding. • Do not use this cycle to wash a mixed load of bedding and non-bedding items. •...
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26 OPERATION Cycle Deep Fill Deep Wash Bedding/Waterproof Speed Wash...
OPERATION Cycle Modifiers Options and Extra Functions Your washer includes several additional cycle About Modifier Buttons options to customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically. You may also customize these • Select the desired option after selecting the settings using the cycle modifier buttons.
28 OPERATION Press and hold the Water/Rinse button for 3 NOTE seconds to deactivate this function. • If you add the Deep Fill option to the Normal • When this function is deactivated, a chime cycle, it automatically changes to the Deep Wash will sound and the LED turns off.
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.
30 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire owner’s manual, including the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, before operating this appliance. • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
MAINTENANCE Leaving the Lid Open • For other tub cleaning products, follow the cleaner manufacturer’s instructions and After you finish using the washer, leave the lid recommendations. open overnight to allow air to circulate and dry the • Do not exceed the maximum fill line when tub.
32 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters • Do not use soap when cleaning the drawer and inserts. If the washer does not fill properly, the Warm LED may flash. The inlet valve filter screens could be clogged by hard water scale, sediment in the water Wipe off any moisture with a dry towel or supply, or other debris.
MAINTENANCE Rinse filters thoroughly and press them back Add 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle into place. (RV) antifreeze to the empty tub and close the lid. • Never use automotive antifreeze. Flush then reattach the water hoses. • Before reattaching the water inlet hoses, Turn on the washer and select the Spin Only flush them by running several gallons of water through them into a bucket or drain,...
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34 MAINTENANCE Immerse the water inlet hoses in hot water to thaw them. Reconnect the water inlet hoses to the water inlets of the washer and to the faucets. • See Connecting the Water Inlet Hoses for details. Turn on the faucets. Press the Power button to turn on the washer.
If the washer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. For detailed information or videos, visit www.lg.com for the troubleshooting page. Before Calling for Service Error Messages •...
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36 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Cold LED Blinks Drain hose is kinked, pinched, or clogged. WATER OUTLET • Make sure that the drain hose is free of clogs or kinks and is not pinched behind or under ERROR the washer.
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• Unplug the washer and call for service. Deep Fill and Warm Supply voltage is not correct. LEDs Blink • Please call LG service center. You can find your local LG service center phone number SUPPLY VOLTAGE onback cover page. ERROR...
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38 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Vibrating noise Not all leveling feet are resting firmly and evenly on the floor. • See Leveling the Washer in INSTALLATION. Floor is not rigid enough. • Make sure that the floor is solid and does not flex. See Flooring in INSTALLATION. Squeaking noise Packaging materials were not removed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Washer will not turn Power cord is not properly plugged in. • Make sure that the plug is plugged securely into a grounded, 3-prong, 120-VAC, 60 Hz outlet. House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, or power outage has occurred. •...
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40 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Washer will not Washer is too cold. operate. • If the washer has been exposed to temperatures below freezing for an extended period of time, allow it to warm up before pressing the Power button. Otherwise, the display will not come on.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Wrinkling Washer is overloaded. • The washer can be fully loaded, but the tub should not be tightly packed with items. The lid of the washer should close easily. Hot and cold water inlet hoses are reversed. •...
Should your LG Washer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States including U.S.
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Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.
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If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file a claim for arbitration.
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LIMITED WARRANTY You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above (that is, by e-mail or telephone); no other form of notice will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty.
ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW. Should your LG Washer ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG Electronics Canada, Inc. ("LGECI") will, at its option, repair, replace or pro rate the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
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(ASC), as determined by LG Canada. If your Product is located outside a 150 km radius from a ASC, as determined by LG Canada, it will be your responsibility to bring the Product, at your sole expense, to the ASC for in-warranty repair.
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If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days of LG’s receipt of the Notice of Dispute, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the procedure set out herein.
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If you opt out, neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding. To opt out, you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the product by either (i) sending an e-mail to optout@lge.com, with the subject line: “Arbitration Opt Out;”...
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50 LIMITED WARRANTY Conflict of Terms. In the event of a conflict or inconsistency between the terms of this Limited Warranty and the End User License Agreement (“EULA”) in regards to dispute resolution, the terms of this Limited Warranty shall control and govern the rights and obligations of the parties and shall take precedence over the EULA.
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