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LG supplies this training class for the benefit of all in attendance, we ask your assistance in keeping this a professional meeting and to remain focused only on the technical improvement and education of our service network.
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Contents Safety Notices and Warnings Contact Information Contents Specifications Safety Notices (Gas and Electric) Serial Number Identification Introduction Controls Installation Accessories Drying Rack LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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Preliminary IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE DISCLAIMER MODIFICATIONS ESD ISSUE REGULATORY INFORMATION Slide Number Page in Training Manual LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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Preliminary COMPLIANCE The responsible party for this device’s compliance is: LG Electronics Alabama, Inc. PO Box 240007 Huntsville, AL, 35813 LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
• Do not stand on the open door. • Do not allow children to play in the dishwasher. • Do see the rest of the safety tips on page 4 in the training manual. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
Specifications ITEM SPECIFICATION Rated Input 120 V , 60Ø Installation Built-in Capacity 14 place settings Dimensions (inches) 23⅞ X 25 X 33⅞ Weight (pounds) Door Color Black, White, Stainless Stainless Steel Control Electronic Programs 6 Cycles LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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Features Ultra Large Capacity Removable Cutlery Rack Slim Direct-Drive Motor Hybrid Drying System Vario Spray System Self-Cleaning Filter Dual Intensity™ Wash Cycle Steam Washing and Steam Delicate™ Light Tough Buttons and Blue LCD Auto-Off LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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Features 1. Control Panel 2. Door Handle 3. Front Cover 4. Lower Cover 5. Leveling Foot 6. Side Cabinet 7. Base LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
Installation Installation is covered briefly for the servicer who may need to uninstall and reinstall the dishwasher for repairs. For new installations, please refer to the installation guide that was supplied with the dishwasher. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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4” (100 mm) of the floor. If there is a floor in the cabinet under the sink, it will be necessary to cut through it to connect the water, drain, and electrical cable under the sink. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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The wire or water supply can be fed from either side, and both from the same side, depending upon source location. They must be run in the channels under the dishwasher, as shown in the drawing. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
The cordset makes it easier to disconnect the dishwasher from power while working on it and makes removal and replacement easier. As stated earlier, installation requires a properly fused and grounded dedicated circuit. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
If the hot water can not maintained below 149° F, the dishwasher must be connected to the cold water supply. Lay out the water supply line as indicated on page 14 of the training manual. Use sealing tape or joint compound to avoid leaks. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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Installation Adjust the legs to the required height for the dishwasher to slide under the countertop and be level. Check the level using a spirit level. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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Installation Attach the leveling feet kit to allow for fine tuning when the dishwasher is pushed into place. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
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Make sure the legs are adjusted and the dishwasher is level. Lay out the electrical cable, water supply tube, and drain hose as shown. Slide the dishwasher carefully back into place. Make the appropriate connections, as directed on subsequent slides. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher...
The drain hose must be connected in a manner that meets the local plumbing code. If the end of the drain hose does not fit the available connector, an adapter may be obtained from a local hardware or plumbing supplier. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-10...
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Drain Connection The rubber end can be cut off for the correct size attachment. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-10...
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If your installation does not include a disposer, you can use a special tail piece with a drain attachment available at most hardware and home supply stores. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-10...
Turn off the water supply and connect the elbow to the inlet valve. Connect the flexible supply tube to the elbow. Use sealing tape to make all connections. Make sure the supply line is not kinked. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-10...
3. Run the dishwasher through one QUICK cycle to check the operation and to check for water leaks. 4. Replace the lower cover. When the door is closed, the top edge with the controls should be under the countertop. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-11...
POWER SCRUB Normal soil level, everyday loads NORMAL Normal soil level, everyday loads STEAM DELICATE Washing delicate items, crystal, stemware QUICK Light soil level, recently used dishes and cutlery RINSE ONLY Rinses only, no washing LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-12...
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Adds steam to SOAK, POWER SCRUB, and Normal cycles RINSE Pressing cycles through Sanitary, Extra Rinse, or both SPRAY Pressing cycles through Strong, Medium, or Soft spray HALF LOAD Pressing chooses either upper or lower rack instead of both continued LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-12...
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Control Panel DELAY START Each press delays the start by one hour up to 24 hours CHILD LOCK Press and hold to engage/disengage CANCEL Press and hold STEAM DELICATE and NORMAL continued LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-12...
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Rinse indicator – blinks if selected Spray indicator – blinks if selected Half load indicator Child Lock – illuminated when engaged Rinse Aid – illuminated when refill is required Time remaining before cycle ends LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-12...
By selecting SOFT SPRAY for the upper rack and STRONG SPRAY for the lower rack, you can wash delicate items like stemware on top while washing pots and pans on the bottom. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-13...
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Press HALF LOAD to confirm the selection for the upper rack. Press SPRAY to set the intensity for the lower rack. Press HALF LOAD to confirm the selection for the lower rack. Select other options. Close the door. The dishwasher will start. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-13...
Detergent must be added to the dispenser before the start of every cycle except RINSE ONLY. The detergent chamber holds 1.4 oz. (40 g) when full. If the dishes are only moderately dirty, it might be possible to use less detergent. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-14...
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Adding Detergent Press the latch button to open the detergent chamber. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-14...
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Adding Detergent Add detergent in the proper amount. (See chart, later slide.) Close the cover and be sure the latch clicks. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-14...
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When you close the dishwasher door, the detergent will fall into the tub. NOTE: Too much detergent can leave a film on the dishes. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-14...
Power Scrub Full (0.35 oz.) ¾ full (1.05 oz.) Normal None ½ full (0.7 oz.) Steam Delicate None ½ full (0.7 oz.) Quick None ¼ full (0.3 oz.) Rinse Only None ½ full (0.7 oz.) LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-14...
Adding Rinse Aid Turn the round cap counterclockwise and remove it. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-15...
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Adding Rinse Aid Fill the reservoir. It holds 4.8 oz. (145 ml) Replace the cap and lock it. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-15...
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Adding Rinse Aid Adjust the rinse-aid setting as necessary. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-15...
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How often you refill the dispenser depends upon your washing habits, including the rinse aid setting, the number of loads per month you wash, and other factors. The indicator light will illuminate when the level is low at the start of a load. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-15...
• Inlet valve filter clogged • Clean the inlet filter 10 minutes’ fill • Hall sensor defective • Check frequency in test time mode (page 13) • Input impeller is bound • Replace air breaker LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-18...
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5 sump blocked minutes’ drain • Drain pump, drain blockage time motor, or drain • Measure the resistance of circuit is defective drain motor (20 ~ 40 Ω ) Replace motor or repair LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher circuit T-18...
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• Adjust hose to • Drain hose not meet Excessive motor high installation RPM due to enough requirements water leakage • Replace impeller of • Washing pump impeller is washing pump damaged or worn LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-18...
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Error Codes POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ERROR CODE • Inlet valve defective • Replace inlet valve • Replace main board • Main board defective FILL ERROR Excess water supplied and drain pump runs automatically LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-18...
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Water not to defective • If temp. is not displayed, normal level after check wiring connections 10 minutes’ fill time • Thermistor and resistance of the thermistor (11~14 KΩ @ defective 77° F or 25° C). LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-19...
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LOCK ERROR • Wash motor rotor is • Replace wash motor locked Motor is locked • Check the sump for blockage or hall sensor is • Blade is locked defective. • Replace the main board LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-19...
00 : E3 Water level too low Check water level sensor and inlet valve 00 : E4 Steam generator Check heater and temperature is too low thermistor (under 158° F or 70° C) 00 : E5 Normal LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-19...
Remove all dishes and racks • Disconnect the water supply line to avoid hose damage • Have some towels ready to catch the spillage from water left in the dishwasher and to keep the floor safe. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-24...
Lower Cover and Insulation Remove the two screws in the lower cover. Remove the insulation. Disconnect the water supply hose and the electric cable if you are removing the dishwasher for service. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-24...
Remove two screws at the front and three screws at the rear. Left Cabinet – Remove two screws at the front and three screws at the rear. Insulation – Remove the insulation blanket carefully by lifting straight up. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-24...
Control Panel Assembly Remove 2 screws (stainless steel). Remove the wire connections. (Do not reverse at reassembly!) Remove the latch assembly. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-25...
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Control Panel Assembly Remove the front display. Remove 8 screws to take out the controller (main board). Reassembly is the reverse order of disassembly. Be careful to avoid reversing the connectors. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-25...
Remove the front cover. (See page 25.) Remove 4 screws and a ground screw for the door bracket. Remove the wire connections from the fan. Remove the air duct. Unscrew the inner cover to remove the fan assembly. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-26...
Detergent Dispenser Remove the wire connections. Remove the 2 brackets (6 screws). Use a screwdriver to pry the flange up to release the dispenser. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-26...
Door Spring (Right and Left) Pull the spring upward and take it off the hinge bracket. Take the spring off the hinge. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-26...
Float Switch Assembly Remove the connections from the float assembly micro switches. Mark them to ensure you can reconnect them correctly after repairs LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-28...
3 hoses from the steam generator. Remove 2 screws to take out the steam generator. NOTE: Be careful in case the steam generator is still hot or has hot water in it. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-29...
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Steam Generator The steam generator is sold as an assembly. The individual parts (heater, thermistor, and sensor) are not repairable or replaceable. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-29...
Inlet Valve Disconnect the water supply line. Remove the electrical ground wire. Remove 2 screws that hold the valve to the base and take out the valve. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-29...
Unscrew the cover on the inside of the dishwasher. Be sure not to lose the gasket (O-ring) that fits between the outside of the tub and the air breaker assembly. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-29...
Sump Assembly Remove the wiring connections, including the ground wires attached by screws. Remove the hose connections. Lift the sump assembly out of the base of the dishwasher. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-30...
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Press the hooks gently toward the center of the sump assembly and lower the sump assembly into the tub while supporting it with one hand. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-30...
Heater and Drain Motor Loosen the nut on the heater retainer to the end of the shaft and wiggle the heater out of the sump. Remove 3 screws and detach the drain pump from the sump. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-30...
Soil (Turbidity) Sensor Lift the retaining clips and pull the soil sensor (turbidity sensor) from the sump. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-31...
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Preliminary When reassembling the sump. be careful to avoid kinking or damaging the small seals and gaskets inside it. (See page 39 in the exploded view.) LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-31...
Cutlery Rack Rail Insert a screwdriver in the gap behind the rail at the back end and pry the end cap off. It is easily broken, so have a replacement available. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-32...
Squeeze the tab of the stopper and pull the stopper out. Be careful the upper rack does not fall out of the rail while you do this. Pull the upper rack out of the slides. LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-32...
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Serial Number (Old Style) [Example] 801KW3400251 8 0 1 K W 0 0 2 5 1 Production Number [Internal code] Made in Korea Manufactured January 2008 LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-40...
Serial Number (New Style) New Serial Code (ETA Mid 2008) 12345 KR 406 YP 000002 + Options Sequential number Internal code Year and month of production (YMM) Production site (2 Letters) Model ID LDF9810ST – Steam Dishwasher T-40...
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