WASHING MACHINE - Electro Seconds Factory Outlet

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USEwWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must befollowed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to preventproperty damage, personal injury, or loss of life.ENGLISHSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATIONwWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when usingthis appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.• Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailedgrounding procedures. Installation instructions arepacked in the washer for installer’s reference. If the washeris moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalledby a qualified service person. Failure to follow this warningcan cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.• Do not, under any circumstances cut or remove thethird (ground) prong from the power cord. Failure tofollow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electricalshock, or death.• For personal safety, this appliance must be properlygrounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause seriousinjury, fire, electrical shock,or death.• The power cord of this appliance is equipped witha 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with astandard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize thepossibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.• This washer must be plugged into a 220-240V AC/ 50Hzgrounded outlet. Failure to follow this warning can causeserious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.• Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualifiedelectrician to make sure the outlet is properlygrounded. Failure to follow this warning can cause seriousinjury, fire, electrical shock,or death.• Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, itis your personal responsibility and obligation to have itreplaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,electrical shock, or death.• Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid floor.Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leakdamage.• Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapteror extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury,fire, electrical shock, or death.• The washer should always be plugged into its ownindividual electrical outlet which has a voltage ratingthat matches the rating plate. This provides the bestperformance and also prevents overloading house wiringcircuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheatedwires.• Never unplug your washer by pulling on the powercord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out fromthe outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause seriousinjury, fire, electrical shock, or death.• Repair or replace immediately all power cords thathave become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do notuse a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damagealong its length or at either end. Failure to follow thiswarning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock,or death.• When installing or moving the washer, be careful notto pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure tofollow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electricalshock, or death.• The washer must be installed and electricallygrounded by a qualified service person in accordancewith local codes to prevent shock hazard and assurestability during operation.• The washer is heavy. Two or more people may beneeded to install and move the appliance. Failure to doso can result in back or other injury.• Store and install the washer where it will not beexposed to temperatures below freezing or exposedto outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow thiswarning can cause serious leak damage.• Do not install the washer in humid spaces to reducethe risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warningcan cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.• To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to allindustry recommended safety procedures including theuse of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure tofollow all of the safety warnings in this manual could resultin property damage, personal injury or death.5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USEwWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must befollowed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to preventproperty damage, personal injury, or loss of life.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, CARE AND CLEANING, AND DISPOSALwWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when usingthis appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.• Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoidthe risk of electric shock.• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasivecleaners, or solvents to clean the washer.They will damage the finish.• Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing ontop of the washer. These substances give offvapors that could ignite the materials.• Do not wash items that are soiled withvegetable or cooking oil. These items maycontain some oil after laundering. Due to theremaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catchfire by itself.• Disconnect this appliance from thepower supply before attempting any usermaintenance. Turning the controls to theOFF position does not disconnect thisappliance from the power supply. Failure tofollow this warning can cause serious injury,fire, electrical shock, or death.• Do not combine laundry products for use inone load unless specified on the label.• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammoniaor acids such as vinegar. Follow packagedirections when using laundry products.Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas,resulting in serious injury or death.• Do not reach into the washer while partsare moving. Before loading, unloading oradding items, press the START/PAUSEbutton and allow the drum to coast to acomplete stop before reaching inside.Failure to follow this warning can causeserious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.• Do not allow children to play on or in thewasher. Close supervision of children isnecessary when the washer is used nearchildren. As children grow, teach them theproper, safe use of all appliances. Failureto comply with these warnings could result inserious personal injuries or death.• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and otherpacking materials after the washer isunpacked. Children might use them for play.Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads,or plastic sheets can become airtightchambers. Failure to comply with thesewarnings could result in serious personalinjuries or death.• Keep laundry products out of reach ofchildren. To prevent personal injury, observeall warnings on product labels. Failure tocomply with these warnings could result inserious personal injuries.• Remove the lid to the washing compartmentbefore your washer is removed from serviceor discarded to avoid the danger of children orsmall animals getting trapped inside. Failureto do so can result in serious personal injuryor death.• Keep hands and foreign objects clear of thelid and latch area when closing the lid. Failureto keep hands clear can result in personalinjury.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS6

PARTS AND FEATURESASPECIAL FEATURESSMARTRINSE WITH JET SPRAYThis washer is designed to save rinse waterby using the SMARTRINSE with jet spray inCOTTON/NORMAL and ECO COTTON cycles.DFEENGLISHBINVERTER DIRECT DRIVEInverter Direct Drive eliminates the belt andpulleys found on most washers to provideimproved performance and reliability whileincreasing energy efficiency.CACDLID LOCK SWITCHThe washer lid is locked during operation. Thelid can be unlocked by pressing the Start/Pausebutton to stop the washer.SLAMPROOF LIDThe SLAMPROOF lid is a safety device thatcloses the lid slowly. The SLAMPROOF lidkeeps the heavy lid from falling and injuring theuser.BEWAVEFORCERapidly rotating drum uses centrifugal force andan angled spray to pull water through the fabric,resulting in less friction for a gentler and morethorough cleaning.FSMARTDIAGNOSISShould you experience any technical difficultywith your washing machine, it has the capabilityof transmitting data by phone to the CustomerInformation Center. The call center agent recordsthe data transmitted from your machine anduses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast andeffective diagnosis (refer to page 31).7

PARTS AND FEATURESKEY PARTS AND COMPONENTSIn addition to the special features and componentsoutlined in the Special Features section, thereare several other important components that arereferenced in this manual.FABDAULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL DRUMThe ultra-large stainless steel drum offers extremedurability.EBROTARY KNOBTurn this knob to select the desired cycle. Oncethe desired cycle has been selected, the standardpresets will be shown in the display. Thesesettings can be adjusted using the cycle settingbuttons anytime before starting the cycle.CADJUSTABLE LEVELING FEETUse to level the washing machine for correctbalance & spin operation.Power CordHot WaterInlet valveCold WaterInlet valveDREAR CONTROL PANEL WITH LED DISPLAYThe easy-to-read LED display show cycle options,settings, processing, estimated time remainingduring operation.DrainHoseEDETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWERThere are two compartments, one each for mainwash (liquid or powder) and liquid fabric softener.CFLIQUID BLEACH DISPENSERThe bleach dispenser automatically dilutes anddispenses liquid bleach at the proper time in thewash cycle.Included Accessories• Water supply hoses(1 Each for COLD and HOT water)or• Tie Strap (for securing drain hose)8

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSCHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATIONwWARNING• The washer is heavy! Two or more peopleare required when moving and unpackingthe washer. Failure to do so can result in back orother injury.•Store and install the washer where it will notbe exposed to temperatures below freezing orexposed to outdoor weather conditions. Failureto follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,electrical shock, or death.• Properly ground washer to conform with allgoverning codes and ordinances. Failure tofollow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,electrical shock, or death.• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do notinstall the washer in humid spaces. Failure tofollow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,electrical shock, or death.• The base opening must not be obstructed bycarpeting when the washer is installed on acarpeted floor.• Keep the area underneath and around yourappliances free of combustible materials such aslint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.• Do not remove ground prong. Do not use anadapter or extension cord. Plug into a grounded3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this warning cancause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.POWER OUTLET• The power outlet must be within 1.5 m of eitherside of the washer.• The appliance and outlet must be positioned sothat the plug is easily accessible.• Do not overload the outlet with more than oneappliance.• The outlet must be grounded in accordance withcurrent wiring codes and regulations.• Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.NOTE: It is the personal responsibility andobligation of the product owner to have aproper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.FLOORING• To minimize noise and vibration, the washerMUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor.• Allowable slope under the entire washer is 1˚maximum.• Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are notrecommended.• Never install the washer on a platform or weaklysupported structure.NOTE: The washer must be installed on firmflooring to minimize vibration during the spin cycle.Concrete flooring is best, but a wood floor issufficient, provided it is built to FHA standards. Thewasher should not be installed on rugs or exposedto weather.CLEARANCES115.3 cm2.5 cm 68.6 cm 2.5 cmTo ensure sufficient 2.5 cm clearance 68.6 cm for water lines 2.5 cm allowminimum clearances of at least 1 inches (2.5 cm) atthe sides and 4 inches (10 cm) behind the unit. Besure to allow for wall, lid, or floor moldings that mayincrease the required clearances.141.7 cm(with lidopen)141.7 cm(with lidopen)72.1 cm 10 cm115.3 cm72.1 cm 10 cmMinimum vertical space from floor to overheadshelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 142cm.9ENGLISH

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSCONNECTING THE WATER LINES• IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installingthe washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses.• IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hosesprovided by LG with this laundry product.Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to fit orfunction correctly. Other hoses may not tightencorrectly and could cause leaks. Subsequentdamage to product or property will not becovered under the terms of LG's warranty.• Water supply pressure must be between100~800 kPa If the water supply pressure ismore than 800 kPa, a pressure reducing valvemust be installed.• Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks,and wear, and replace the hose every 5 years.• Make sure that the water lines are not stretched,pinched, crushed, or kinked.• The washer should never be installed or storedin a location subject to freezing temperatures.Damage to the water lines and internalmechanisms of the washer can result. If thewasher was exposed to freezing temperaturesprior to installation, allow it to stand at roomtemperature for several hours before use.1Inspect the threaded fitting on each hose andmake sure there is a rubber seal in place inboth ends.Hoseconnector2 Connect water hose to hose utilities.Connect the water hoses to the HOT andCOLD water valves of your home. Handtighten, plus make an additional 1/4 turn withpliers.NOTE: A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C)water to the washer.Water TapRubberSealNOTE: To avoid build up that can clog the inletvalve screen, thoroughly flush both faucet andhose to remove any particles or other impuritiesby running water through them into a container.3Attach water hose to washer.Thread the hot water hose onto the washerhot water connection (red) and the cold waterhose onto the cold water connection (blue).Hand tighten; then make an additional 1/8 turnwith pliers.HotColdNOTE: Do not cross-thread the hose fittings. Attachthe hot water line to the red hot water inlet on the backof the washer. Attach the cold water line to the bluecold water inlet on the back of the washer. Tighten thefittings securely.NOTE: Tighten the fittings securely. Open thewater taps fully to check for leaks.CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE• The drain hose should always be properlysecured. Failure to properly secure the drain hosecan result in flooding and property damage.• Do not install the end of the drain hose higher than243.8 cm above the bottom of the washer.• The drain must be installed in accordance with anyapplicable local codes and regulations.• Make sure that the water lines are not stretched,pinched, crushed, or kinked.Drain HoseStandpipeENGLISHRubber Packing99 cmWater Supply Hose11

HOW TO USEOPERATING THE WASHERwWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when usingthis appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.Once you have loaded the washer and added laundry products (detergent, bleach, and/or fabric softener):1SORT LAUNDRY AND LOAD WASHER.Refer to page 16.2ADD DETERGENT.Refer to pages 17-18.34TURN ON THE WASHER.Press the POWER button to turn on the washer.The lights around the cycle selector knob willilluminate.SELECT CYCLE.Turn the cycle selector knob to the desired cycle.The display will show the preset WASH, RINSE,SPIN, WATER for that cycle.5SELECT CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS.If you would like to change the modifier for thatcycle, press the appropriate cycle settings button(s)until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit.NOTE: To protect your garments, not every WASH,RINSE, SPIN, WATER, or OPTION is available withevery cycle.146SELECT OPTION BUTTONS.Select any additional cycle options, such asFABRIC SOFTENER or DELAY WASH.NOTE: When the wash cycle is finished, the beeper (if set) will sound and the lid will unlock.To prevent wrinkling, remove items from the washer immediately after the end of the cycle.7NOTE: To protect your garments, not every WASH,RINSE, SPIN, WATER, or OPTION is available withevery cycle.BEGIN CYCLE.Press the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle.The lid will latch, the display will change, and thewasher will calculate the estimated time remaining.Once the washer has calculated the estimated totalcycle time, the washer will start. To pause the cycleat any time, press PAUSE.To resume the cycle press START/PAUSE again.

HOW TO USECYCLE GUIDEThe cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle.•=Default settingCycle Fabric Type Wash Rinse Spin Water Level Delay Soak Strong Soft Hot ColdCOTTON/NORMALSMARTCLEANINGECO COTTONQUICK WASHBULKY/BEDDINGWOOL/DELICATESFAVORITE23 5 AIR DRY 5Cotton, linen, towels, 19 4 EXTRA HIGH 4shirts, sheets, jeans,14 3 HIGH 3 • • • • • •mixed loads10 2 MEDIUM 23 1 LOW 123 5 EXTRA HIGH 5Heavily soiled19 4 HIGH 4underwear, work14 3 MEDIUM 3 • • • • • •clothes, diapers, etc.10 2 LOW 23 1 123 5 EXTRA HIGH 519 4 HIGH 4Normally soiled load14 3 MEDIUM 3 • • • • • •10 2 LOW 23 1 123 5 MEDIUM 219 4 LOW 1Lightly soiled and14 3colored clothing10 2• • • • •3 123 5 EXTRA HIGH 5Large Items such19 4 HIGH 4as blankets and14 3 MEDIUM 3 • • • • • •comforters.10 2 LOW 23 1 1*Use the Bulky/Bedding cycle for items such as pillows, comforters and other articles which have difficultly absorbing water. ONLYWASH SMALL LOADS to make sure there is plenty of room for the load to move during washing. Keep like items together; do not mixlarge bulky items with smaller clothing items. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the clothing or to the washer.Item labeled machinewashable woolDress shirts/blousesnylons, sheer or lacygarmentsYour preferred garments23 5 LOW 519 4 414 3 310 2 23 123 5 EXTRA HIGH 519 4 HIGH 414 3 MEDIUM 310 2 LOW 23 1 15• • • • • ••ENGLISHTUB CLEAN Refer to page 23.• •NOTE: To protect your garments, not every WASH, RINSE, SPIN, WATER, or OPTION is available with every cycle.15

HOW TO USEINFORMATION FOR ENERGY TEST• Water Temperature: Select water temperature to suit wash cycles.Always follow garment manufacture’s care label or instructions when washing.• Set program at “Eco cotton, Soak 1:20, Hot wash, Wash 23 min, Water level 4, Rinse 3, Spin Extra high” is for normally soiledload and test in accordance or in conformity with AS/NZS 2040. 1.• The test results depend on water pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature, type and amount ofload, degree of soiling utilized detergent, fluctuations in the main electricity supply and chosen additional options.• For best washing results, we recommend to mix dry detergent with HOT & COLD water.NOTE: The bleach dispenser does not dispense during the ENERGY TEST program.NOTE: During the 'ENERGY TEST program', changing the current setting is not allowed even with a pause.SORTING WASH LOADSwCAUTION Do not load items over the tub. Failure to follow this caution can result in leakageor fabrics damage. Use the BULKY/BEDDING cycle for buoyant or nonabsorbent items such aspillow or comforter. Failure to follow this caution can result in leakage.wCAUTION Do not wash or spin any item labeled or known to be Water-proof orwater-resistant, even if the product care Label on the item permits machine washing.Failure to follow these instructions could result in severe damage to your laundry, your washer and/orproperty damage as a result of abnormal vibration of the washer.- Examples of water-proof or water-resistant items include certain mattress pads, mattress covers, Raingear, camping gear, skiing apparel, outdoor gear and similar items.Fabric Care LabelsMost articles of clothing feature fabric care labelsthat include instructions for proper care.Fabric Care LabelsLoading the WasherGrouping Similar ItemsFor best results, sort clothes into loads that can be washed with thesame wash cycle.Different fabrics have different care requirements.Always wash dark colors separately from light colors and whites toprevent discoloration. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items withlightly soiled ones. The chart below shows recommended groupings.Sort Laundry...by Colors by Soil by Fabric by LintWhites Heavy Delicates Lint ProducerLights Normal Easy Care Lint CollectorDarks Light SturdyBulky items should be placed as far down in thewash basket as possible for optimal results.Always place buoyant items at the bottom of thewash basket.The washer will automatically detect the load size.Because of the high-efficiency wash system, thewater level may not completely cover the load.• Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty.Items such as clips, matches, pens, coins, and keyscan damage both your washer and your clothes.• Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings toprevent these items from snagging or tanglingon other clothes.• Pretreat heavily stained areas for best results.• Large items should not be more than half of the totalwash load.• Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials(waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.)• The washer will not fill or operate with the lid open.* IMPORTANT: Use the Bulky/Bedding cycle for largeor bulky items such as poly-filled jackets, comforters,pillows, etc. These items may not be as absorbent asother laundry items and should be sorted into a separatewash load for optimal results.16

HOW TO USEABOUT THE DISPENSERThe automatic dispenser consists of twocompartments which hold:• Liquid fabric softener.• Powder detergent.All laundry products can be added at oncein their respective dispenser compartments.They will be dispensed at the appropriatetime for the most effective cleaning.After adding the laundry products to thedispenser, close the dispenser drawer.To add detergent, and fabric softener to theautomatic dispenser:12Open the dispenser drawer.Load the laundry products into theappropriate compartments.3 Close the drawer slowly and smoothlyto avoid spilling, splashing or prematuredispensing of the contents.NOTE: It is normal for a small amountof water to remain in the dispensercompartments at the end of the cycle.NOTE: Do not use bleach in the dispenserdrawer.Main WashPowder DetergentCompartmentRemoving the dispenser drawer12Pull the dispenserdrawer.Tilt the dispenserdrawer upwardand remove it.Replacing the dispenser drawer1 Place rail 2 (dispenserdrawer rail) on top ofrail 1.212Push the dispenserdrawer firmly.ENGLISHLiquid FabricSoftenerCompartmentNOTE: Be careful not to pinch your finger.17

HOW TO USELOADING THE DISPENSER18Using the Liquid Bleach DispenserThe bleach dispenserautomatically dilutes anddispenses liquid chlorinebleach at the proper timein the wash cycle.Check clothing care labels for specialinstructions.Measure liquid bleach carefully, followinginstructions on the bottle.• Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleachdirectly onto clothes or into the wash basket.• Do not pour powdered bleach into bleachdispenser. Do not place load items on topof the bleach dispenser when loading andunloading the washer.• Avoid overfilling or splashing when addingbleach to the dispenser. The maximum capacityof the bleach dispenser is one cup of bleachper wash cycle. Overfilling could result in123premature dispensing of bleach.Before starting the washer, pour a premeasuredamount of bleach directly into bleachdispenser. If you prefer to use powderedbleach, add it into the wash basket directlybefore adding clothes.NOTE: Please flush the bleach dispenser with waterafter bleach use and then rinse out the residue byuse of Rinse & Spin cycle.wWARNING: Do NOT mix chlorinebleach with ammonia or acids, such as vinegar orrust / scale remover.Mixing chemicals like these can produce gas whichmay cause death.Put the manufacturer’s recommended amount ofundiluted liquid chlorine bleach into the bleachdispenser. During the final portion of the wash cycle,two sequential flushes of the dispenser put all thebleach into the wash load and completely flushthe dispenser to eliminate the carryover of bleachto a subsequent load. Any liquid remaining in thebleach dispenser at the end of the cycle is water,not bleach.To prevent unintentional self-siphoning of the bleach,never fill the dispenser higher than the maximum filllevel marked on the dispenser.When adding bleach to the dispenser, be carefulto avoid spilling it into the laundry load or leavingdroplets of bleach around the dispenser. Thesethings will damage your laundry items.Main Wash Detergent CompartmentThis compartment holds laundry detergentfor the main wash cycle, which is added tothe load at the beginning of the cycle.Never exceed the detergent manufacturer’srecommendations when adding detergent.Using too much detergent can result indetergent buildup in clothing and the washer.Follow the recommendations of the Detergentmanufacturer.* Except ENERGY TEST courseWater Level Water Q'ty(l) Detergent Softener etc.5 125 Please use amount of4 100each man ufacturer'srecommended3 70 dosage.2 451 35FabricSoftenerMain WashDetergentFabric Softener CompartmentThis compartment holds liquid fabric softener,which will be automatically dispensed during thefinal rinse cycle.• Always follow the detergent manufacturer’srecommendations when adding fabric softener.Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Usingtoo much fabric softener may result in stainedclothes.• Dilute concentrated fabric softeners with warmwater. Do not exceed the maximum fill line.• Never pour fabric softener directly onto the loador into the drum.

HOW TO USETHE LED DISPLAYThe LED display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messagesfor your washer. When the washer is turned on, the display will illuminate.ECENGLISHADBACYCLE STATUS INDICATORThis portion of the display shows which stageof the wash cycle is currently underway SOAK,WASH, RINSE, or SPIN.CLID LOCK INDICATORIndicates that the lid is locked. The washer lidwill lock while the washer is operating. The lidcan be unlocked by pressing the START/PAUSEbutton to stop the washer.BESTIMATED TIME REMAININGWhen the START/PAUSE button is pressed, thewasher automatically detects the wash load(weight) and optimizes the washing time basedon the selected cycle and options. The displaywill then indicate the estimated time remainingfor the selected wash cycle.DEDELAY WASH INDICATORThis indicator shows that the washer hasbeen set for DELAY WASH. The washer willstart automatically after the set delay timehas passed.Water PlusWhen you want to remove effective detergent,you use Water Plus.· It only operates in Cotton/Normal, SmartCleaning, Favorite Program.· Each time you press the rinse button, thecontent will change as follows:19

HOW TO USECYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONSEach cycle has preset settings that are selectedautomatically. You may also customize the settingsusing the cycle setting buttons.Press the button for that setting until the indicatorlight for the desired value is lit.The washer automatically adjusts the water level forthe type and size of wash load for best results andmaximum efficiency. It may seem there is no waterinside the tub in some cycles, but this is normal.SPINThe washer spins at very highspeeds.This reduces drying time andsaves energy. Press the SPIN buttonuntil the indicator light for the desiredsetting is lit.NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option isavailable with every cycle. A beeper will sound andthe LED will not light if a selection is not allowed.See the Cycle Guide on page 15 for details.WASHAdjust to select the proper time for thewash cycle.• Adjust to select the proper time forthe wash cycle.• The bleach dispenser does notdispense during the wash cyclewhen select 3 MIN.WATER LEVEL• This machine detects the quantityof laundry automatically, then setsthe WATER LEVEL and properamount of Detergent.• When you select a wash program,the WATER LEVEL and amount ofDetergent (to be used) will beshown on the control panel.• The following table shows theamount of water. (refer to page 18)• When the WATER LEVEL is automaticallydetected, it may differ dependingon the quantity of laundry even though the sameWATER LEVEL is indicated on the control panel.RINSEAdjust to select the proper times for therinse cycle.• If adjustments are needed during therinse, press the [start/pause] buttonbefore making any changes.• When you want to remove effectivedetergent, you use Water Plus.20

CARE AND CLEANINGCLEANING THE WASHERProper Use of DetergentUsing too much detergent is a commoncause of laundry problems. Today’sdetergents are formulated to be effectivewithout visible sudsing. Be sure tocarefully read and follow manufacturer’srecommendations for how muchdetergent to use in your wash.You can use less detergent if youhave soft water, a smaller load, or alightly soiled load.ENGLISHCare and Cleaning of the WasherLid: Wash with a damp cloth on the outside and inside and dry with a softcloth.Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Do nottouch the surface or the display with sharp objects.Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water fromdrainpump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to theweather.Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain allwater from hoses if weather will be below freezing.Dispenser Drawer: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in thedispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.1Remove the drawer by pulling it straight out until it stops. Lift up onthe front of the drawer and pull it out.2Remove the insert; rinse the inserts and the drawer with warmwater to remove traces of accumulated laundry products.34To clean the drawer opening, use a small, non-metal brush toclean the recess. Remove all residue from the upper and lowerparts of the recess.Return the inserts to the proper compartments and replace thedrawer.25

TROUBLESHOOTINGBEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)Problem Possible Causes SolutionsWater in the washerdrains slowly or notat all, or the displayshows:• Drain hose is bent, pinched,or clogged.• Make sure the drain hose is free of clogs, kinks, etc.,and is not pinched behind or under the washer.ENGLISHWasher fills withwater slowly or notat all, or the displayshows:Washer will notturn onThe display shows:• Water supply taps are notopen fully.• Water line hoses are kinked,pinched, or bent.• Water inlet filters are clogged.• Water pressure to tap orhouse is too low.• Power cord is not properlyplugged in.• House fuse is blown, circuitbreaker has tripped, or poweroutage has occurred.• The lid is not closed properly.• Make sure that the water taps are open fully.• Make sure the hoses are not kinked or pinched. Becareful when moving the washer.• Clean the inlet filters. See the Care and Cleaningsection.• Check another faucet in the house to make sure thathousehold water pressure is adequate.• Make sure that the plug is plugged securely into agrounded, 3-prong, 220-240 VAC, 50 Hz outlet.• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increasefuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload,have it corrected by a qualified electrician.• Make sure that the lid is closed properly and pressthe START/PAUSE button. After starting a cycle, itmay take a few moments before the drum begins toturn or spin. The washer will not spin unless the lid islocked (LID LOCK will appear in the display).• If the lid is closed and locked and the open lid errormessage is displayed, call for service.• If you press the START button while the lid is open,dE error message will be displayed.The display shows: •Lid lock switch error • Make sure that the lid is closed properly and pressthe START/PAUSE button. The washer will not spinunless the lid is locked (LID LOCK will appear in thedisplay).• If the lid is closed and the lid lock error message isdisplayed, call for service.Wash cycle time islonger than usualThe display shows:• The washer automaticallyadjusts the wash time forthe amount of laundry, waterpressure, water temperature,and other operatingconditions.• Water level is too high due toa faulty water valve.• This is normal. The washer adjusts cycle timeautomatically to provide optimal results for theselected cycle.• If you press the START button while the lid is open,dE error message will be displayed.• Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call forservice.The display shows: • Clutch error • Unplug the washer, and call for service.27

TROUBLESHOOTINGBEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Problem Possible Causes SolutionsThe display shows:The display shows:• If the uE rebalance (seeabove) is not successful, thiserror will be displayed.• The load is too small.• Heavy articles are mixed withlighter items.• The load is out of balance.• Thermistor error• The automatic attempt to rebalance the load was notsuccessful. The cycle has been paused to allow theload to be manually adjusted.• Small loads may need additional items to be addedto allow the washer to balance the loads.• The load may have heavy items loaded with lighteritems. Always try to wash articles of somewhatsimilar weight to allow the washer to evenly distributethe weight of the load for spinning.• Manually redistribute the load if articles have becometangled preventing the automatic distribution fromworking properly.• Unplug the washer and call for service.The display shows:• The water level sensor is notworking correctly.• Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and callfor service.The display shows:StainingWrinkling• Thermal overload protectioncircuit in the motor has beentripped.• Add laundry products to thewasher drum.• Washer not unloadedpromptly.• Does not properly sort theclothes.• Washer not unloadedpromptly.• Washer overloaded.• Hot and cold water inlethoses are reversed.• Allow the washer to stand for 30 minutes to allow themotor to cool; then restart the cycle. If the LE errorcode still appears, unplug the washer and callfor service.• Load the laundry products into the dispenser.• Always remove items from the washer as soon asthe cycle is completed.• Always wash dark colors separately from light colorsand whites to prevent discoloration. If possible, donot wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiledones.• Always remove items from the washer as soon asthe cycle is completed.• The washer can be fully loaded, but the drum shouldnot be tightly packed with items. The lid of thewasher should close easily.• Hot water rinse can set wrinkles in garments. Checkthe inlet hose connections.28

TROUBLESHOOTINGBEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Problem Possible Causes SolutionsWasher won'toperateWasher not fillingpropertyControl panel is asleepWasher is unpluggedWater supply is turned offControls are not setproperlyLid is open-safety featurePrevents the washer fromfilling and operation whenlid is upCircuit breaker/fuse istripped/blownElectronics need to beresetSTART was not pressedafter a cycle was setExtremely low waterpressureWasher is too coldFilter clogged or fill hosesmay be kinkedEnergy efficiencyInsufficient water supplyThe washer lid is openIncorrect fill hoseconnectionWater fill optimization• This is normal. Press POWER.• Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.• Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.• Make sure the cycle was set correctly, close the lid andpress START.• Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary.• Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or resetbreaker. The washer should have a dedicated circuit.• Press the POWER button.• Press START.• Check another faucet in the house to make sure thathousehold water pressure is adequate.• If the washer has been exposed to temperatures belowfreezing for an extended period of time, allow it to warmup before pressing POWER. Otherwise, the display will notcome on.• Make sure that filters (blue and orange screens must befree of solids) on the unit are not clogged. Turn off waterand check filter by disconnecting hose at machine. Checkthat fill hoses are not kinked or clogged.• This is an energy-efficient washer. As a result thetemperature settings for this washer may be different thannon-energy-efficient washers.• Make sure that the water supply is turned on.Make sure that the water faucets are turned to theircompletely open positions.• The washer lid must be closed for all washer cycleoperations. If the lid is opened during washer operation, allfunctions will stop, including water filling.• Make sure that the fill hoses connect the hot water supplyto the hot inlet on the washer, and the cold water supply tothe cold inlet on the washer (hot to hot, cold to cold).• Water may not cover the top level of the clothes. Thisis normal for this high-efficiency washer. The water fill isoptimized by the system for best wash performance.ENGLISH29

TROUBLESHOOTINGBEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Problem Possible Causes SolutionsWasher will notdrain waterWater leaks everyloadWater leaksIncomplete orno dispensing ofdetergentPrematuredispensing of bleachClogging of bleachPoor stain removalKinked drain hose or drainlocated higher than 20.32cmabove floorHoses not installed correctlyOversudsing of detergentDetergent compartmentsclogged from incorrect fillingToo much detergent useInsufficient water supplyNormal residueBleach dispenser filled forfuture loadOverfilling the bleachdispenserBleach dispenser is notseatedInsufficient cleaningPresoak not selected• Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Per therecommended installation instructions, the drain outletcannot be over 20.32cm above the floor.• Check all fill and drain hose connections to ensure thatthey are tight and secure.• Oversudsing may create leaks, and may be causedby the type and amount of detergent used. Makesure that detergent and any additives are put into thecorrect dispenser compartments. Follow the detergentmanufacture's recommendations for the amount ofdetergent, but try using less detergent, especially if homewater conditioning or water softening units are used.• Make sure that detergent and additives are put in to thecorrect dispenser compartments. For all detergent types,always make sure that the dispenser drawer is fully closedbefore the start of the cycle.• Make sure that the suggested amount of detergent is usedper the manufacture's recommendations. You may alsodilute the detergent with water to the maximum fill line onthe compartment to avoid clogging.• Make sure that the water supply is turned on. Make surethat the water faucets are turned to their completely openpositions.• Normal operation. Residual may remain in the dispenser ofthe compartments. The dispenser box may by removed foroccasional cleaning with warm water and a scrub brush.• You cannot store bleach in the dispenser for future use.The bleach dispenser will be dispensed every load foroptimal safety of the washer.• Overfilling the dispenser with bleach may lead to prematuredispensing. There is a maximum fill line indicated on thebleach dispenser to help avoid overfilling.• Make sure that the bleach cover is properly seated andsnapped into place before the start of the cycle.• You may remove and clean the bleach cover with warmwater and a scrub brush to clear clogging.• When stain inspector is used, presoak temperature andtime are automatically selected. If you choose not to usethe stain inspector, we recommend that you select presoakwhen defining your wash cycle. Always make sure that anyadditives are added to the pretreat dispenser bin beforestarting the cycle. Always refer to your clothes care labelbefore treating stains.30

TROUBLESHOOTINGUSING SMARTDIAGNOSIS- Only use this feature when instructed to do so by the call center. The transmission sounds similar to a faxmachine, and so has no meaning except to the call center.- SmartDiagnosis cannot be activated if the washer does not power up. If this happens, thentroubleshooting must be done without SmartDiagnosis.If you experience problems with your washer, call to Customer information center. Follow the call centeragent’s instructions, and do the following steps when requested:ENGLISH12Press the POWER button to turn on the washer. Do not press any other buttons or turn the cycleselector knob.When instructed to do so by the call center, place the mouthpiece of your phone very close to thePOWER button.3 Press and hold the COLD button for three seconds, while holding the phone mouthpiece to the icon orPOWER button.4 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. This takes about 6 seconds, and thedisplay will count down the time.• For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.• If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may be asked to tryagain.• Pressing the POWER button during the transmission will shut off the SmartDiagnosis.5 Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, resume your conversation with the callcenter agent, who will then be able to assist you using the information transmitted for analysis at thecall center.“SmartDiagnosis is a troubleshooting feature designed to assist, not replace, the traditional method oftroubleshooting through service calls. The effectiveness of this feature depends upon various factors,including, but not limited to, the reception of the cellular phone being used for transmission, any externalnoise that may be present during the transmission, and the acoustics of the room where the machine islocated. Accordingly, LG does not guarantee that SmartDiagnosis would accurately troubleshoot any givenissue.”31

SPECIFICATIONHWDModelWash capacityWeightSizeWT-R1068610.0 kg66 kg686(W) x 721(D) x 1153(H)Water tab pressure 50 - 600 kPa (0.5 - 6.0 kgf/cm 2 )In our continuing effort to improve the quality of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes tothe appliance without revising this manual.32

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