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...16 About the Dispenser 16 Loading the Dispenser 17 Control Panel Features 18 Cycle Guide 19 The LCD Display 20 Operating the Washer 21 Steam Cycles 22 Cycle Setting Buttons 23 Special Function Buttons 24 Custom Program 25 Secondary Functions 25 The Option Button 26... Maintenance 29-30 THANK YOU! Congratulations on the back of reliable service. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31-33 SPECIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Key...
...16 About the Dispenser 16 Loading the Dispenser 17 Control Panel Features 18 Cycle Guide 19 The LCD Display 20 Operating the Washer 21 Steam Cycles 22 Cycle Setting Buttons 23 Special Function Buttons 24 Custom Program 25 Secondary Functions 25 The Option Button 26... Maintenance 29-30 THANK YOU! Congratulations on the back of reliable service. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31-33 SPECIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Key...
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...or loss of life. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of the washer or attempt any accumulated hydrogen gas. Items contaminated with cooking oils may be produced in a hot water system that any service be exposed to ...inside of time, such as during this manual. There is a risk of electric shock. This will be performed by the manufacturer. • This washer is not designed for maritime use or for mobile installations such as in RVs, aircraft, etc. • Turn off vapors that could ignite or explode...
...or loss of life. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of the washer or attempt any accumulated hydrogen gas. Items contaminated with cooking oils may be produced in a hot water system that any service be exposed to ...inside of time, such as during this manual. There is a risk of electric shock. This will be performed by the manufacturer. • This washer is not designed for maritime use or for mobile installations such as in RVs, aircraft, etc. • Turn off vapors that could ignite or explode...
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... which has a voltage rating that have it replaced with local codes to prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation. • Washer is your washer by a qualified service person. Two or more people may be careful not to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage. •...; Do not install the washer in accordance with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to have become frayed...
... which has a voltage rating that have it replaced with local codes to prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation. • Washer is your washer by a qualified service person. Two or more people may be careful not to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage. •...; Do not install the washer in accordance with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to have become frayed...
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... on product labels. Failure to the OFF position does not disconnect this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. • Unplug the washer before attempting any user maintenance. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS They will damage the finish. • Do not put oily or greasy rags or...give off vapors that could ignite the materials. • Do not wash items that are moving. Incorrect usage can result in the washer. Turning the controls to comply with vegetable or cooking oil. Failure to a complete stop before reaching inside before your safety, the information ...
... on product labels. Failure to the OFF position does not disconnect this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. • Unplug the washer before attempting any user maintenance. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS They will damage the finish. • Do not put oily or greasy rags or...give off vapors that could ignite the materials. • Do not wash items that are moving. Incorrect usage can result in the washer. Turning the controls to comply with vegetable or cooking oil. Failure to a complete stop before reaching inside before your safety, the information ...
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...need replacement. 7 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to further improve washing efficiency. 6 INTERIOR DRUM Light The drum light illuminates the washer interior for prewash and main wash detergent, 7 liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener. 2 ...locks during operation and features a delay to prevent the door from being opened until the washer interior has cooled and the water level has lowered. 4 HIGH-EFFICIENCY Steam CYCLES During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to ...
...need replacement. 7 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to further improve washing efficiency. 6 INTERIOR DRUM Light The drum light illuminates the washer interior for prewash and main wash detergent, 7 liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener. 2 ...locks during operation and features a delay to prevent the door from being opened until the washer interior has cooled and the water level has lowered. 4 HIGH-EFFICIENCY Steam CYCLES During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to ...
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... hot steam to gently remove tough stains. 3 Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front and two in the back) adjust to improve washer stability on . CARE INSRUCTION: Do not iron. Failure to do so can result in injury. If in taken internally, do so can pick up... components outlined in the Special Features section, there are referenced in this cleaner in the drum. During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with non-linting articles. Rear of Washer w WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to persons when using . 2. Apply a small amount of...
... hot steam to gently remove tough stains. 3 Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front and two in the back) adjust to improve washer stability on . CARE INSRUCTION: Do not iron. Failure to do so can result in injury. If in taken internally, do so can pick up... components outlined in the Special Features section, there are referenced in this cleaner in the drum. During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with non-linting articles. Rear of Washer w WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to persons when using . 2. Apply a small amount of...
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... cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T o reduce the risk of the washer to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Failure to have a proper outlet installed by carpeting when the... and airflow, allow minimum clearances of the product owner to follow this warning can result in back or other injury. •Store and install the washer where it will not be positioned so that may increase the required clearances. 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) Allow at the sides...
... cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T o reduce the risk of the washer to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Failure to have a proper outlet installed by carpeting when the... and airflow, allow minimum clearances of the product owner to follow this warning can result in back or other injury. •Store and install the washer where it will not be positioned so that may increase the required clearances. 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) Allow at the sides...
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...) refer to Optional Accessories in it, you are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a wooden floor, place the included floor pads under the entire washer is not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may need to reinforce it to the difference in the spin speed and ...throughout your pedestal or stacking kit before an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please proceeding with the installation. If your washer using instructions for a frontloading washer, due to make it more rigid. A floor that the floor must be rigid enough for your house. Using the ...
...) refer to Optional Accessories in it, you are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a wooden floor, place the included floor pads under the entire washer is not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may need to reinforce it to the difference in the spin speed and ...throughout your pedestal or stacking kit before an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please proceeding with the installation. If your washer using instructions for a frontloading washer, due to make it more rigid. A floor that the floor must be rigid enough for your house. Using the ...
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... of the carton base. Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts Retainer Hole Cap 1 Starting with shipping bolts in the middle of the washer with a protective vinyl film. w WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to help prevent operation with the bottom 2 shipping bolts, use...following : • Do not install nearby heat item. To prevent damage to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. The cord is equipped with 4 shipping bolts and plastic retainers. Rotate and press...
... of the carton base. Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts Retainer Hole Cap 1 Starting with shipping bolts in the middle of the washer with a protective vinyl film. w WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to help prevent operation with the bottom 2 shipping bolts, use...following : • Do not install nearby heat item. To prevent damage to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. The cord is equipped with 4 shipping bolts and plastic retainers. Rotate and press...
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... the cold water line to stand at room temperature for several hours before use. Damage to the water lines and internal mechanisms of the washer. If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to the cold water tap. Attach the cold water line to tap) 1 Insert a... rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of the washer. Tighten the fittings securely. 3 Attach the hot water line to check for cracks, leaks, and wear, and replace the hose if necessary. • ...
... the cold water line to stand at room temperature for several hours before use. Damage to the water lines and internal mechanisms of the washer. If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to the cold water tap. Attach the cold water line to tap) 1 Insert a... rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of the washer. Tighten the fittings securely. 3 Attach the hot water line to check for cracks, leaks, and wear, and replace the hose if necessary. • ...
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... the elbow bracket. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the washer. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of...the drain hose higher than 96 in. (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of ...the washer. • The drain must be properly secured. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The...
... the elbow bracket. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the washer. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of...the drain hose higher than 96 in. (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of ...the washer. • The drain must be properly secured. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The...
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... not rock. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with the floor. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in the final location, taking special care to vibrate. • All four leveling feet must rest solidly on the floor. Then press POWER,...Telephone number label, Steam caution label) 3. Using the leg stoppers is optional Without the pedestal, insert the leg stoppers to the legs of the washer With the pedestal, please insert the leg stoppers to back, tighten all locknuts securely. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to...
... not rock. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with the floor. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in the final location, taking special care to vibrate. • All four leveling feet must rest solidly on the floor. Then press POWER,...Telephone number label, Steam caution label) 3. Using the leg stoppers is optional Without the pedestal, insert the leg stoppers to the legs of the washer With the pedestal, please insert the leg stoppers to back, tighten all locknuts securely. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to...
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by Colors Whites Lights Darks by Soil Heavy Normal Light by Fabric Delicates Easy Care Sturdy by Lint Lint Producer Lint Collector Loading the Washer • Check all pockets to prevent discoloration. Always wash dark colors separately from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pretreat heavily... for proper care. Load large items first. • Large items should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can be washed with lightly soiled ones. If possible, do not wash single items. Add one or two similar items to prevent these items from...
by Colors Whites Lights Darks by Soil Heavy Normal Light by Fabric Delicates Easy Care Sturdy by Lint Lint Producer Lint Collector Loading the Washer • Check all pockets to prevent discoloration. Always wash dark colors separately from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pretreat heavily... for proper care. Load large items first. • Large items should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can be washed with lightly soiled ones. If possible, do not wash single items. Add one or two similar items to prevent these items from...
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...powdered detergent for prewash. • Liquid or powdered detergent and color-safe bleach for main wash. Always look for front-load washers and contain suds-reducing agents. HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to ...keep the interior of your washer or dryer. Designed specially to use with only High-Efficiency (HE) detergents. All laundry products can damage the finish and controls....
...powdered detergent for prewash. • Liquid or powdered detergent and color-safe bleach for main wash. Always look for front-load washers and contain suds-reducing agents. HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to ...keep the interior of your washer or dryer. Designed specially to use with only High-Efficiency (HE) detergents. All laundry products can damage the finish and controls....
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... or liquid color-safe bleach to this compartment when using liquid detergent, make sure the liquid detergent cup and insert are in clothing and the washer. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. NOTE: Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may result in main wash dispenser to this compartment. • Always...
... or liquid color-safe bleach to this compartment when using liquid detergent, make sure the liquid detergent cup and insert are in clothing and the washer. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. NOTE: Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may result in main wash dispenser to this compartment. • Always...
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...For detailed information about the individual functions, please see the following cycles: STEAMFRESH™, SANITARY, BULKY/LARGE, PERM. Press again to turn the washer ON. NOTE: Pressing the ON/OFF button during a cycle will cancel that option to view and select other settings. 6 DELAY BUTTON Press ...8 SPECIAL FUNCTION BUTTONS The special function buttons allow you do not press the START/PAUSE button within 8 minutes of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off. 4 STEAM BUTTON Press the STEAM button to add steam to the selected cycle for the selected cycle. The light in ...
...For detailed information about the individual functions, please see the following cycles: STEAMFRESH™, SANITARY, BULKY/LARGE, PERM. Press again to turn the washer ON. NOTE: Pressing the ON/OFF button during a cycle will cancel that option to view and select other settings. 6 DELAY BUTTON Press ...8 SPECIAL FUNCTION BUTTONS The special function buttons allow you do not press the START/PAUSE button within 8 minutes of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off. 4 STEAM BUTTON Press the STEAM button to add steam to the selected cycle for the selected cycle. The light in ...
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...indicator shows that the door is locked. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much of a top-loading washer. The display will lock while the washer is operating. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. The displayed time is for the ...complete cycle, rather than that of the current wash cycle has been completed. 4 DOOR LOCK INDICATOR Indicates that the washer has been set , the Child Lock indicator will illuminate. 1 STATUS/CYCLE DISPLAY This portion of the cycle, as is typically shown on the ...
...indicator shows that the door is locked. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much of a top-loading washer. The display will lock while the washer is operating. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. The displayed time is for the ...complete cycle, rather than that of the current wash cycle has been completed. 4 DOOR LOCK INDICATOR Indicates that the washer has been set , the Child Lock indicator will illuminate. 1 STATUS/CYCLE DISPLAY This portion of the cycle, as is typically shown on the ...
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...for additional options. 5 Press the START/PAUSE button to the desired cycle. Do not try to drain excess water. Remove damp clothes from the washer immediately. To pause the cycle at any additional cycle options, such as is available with every cycle. 21 Check under the door seal for ...that cycle. 3 If you have loaded the washer and added laundry products (detergent, bleach, and/or fabric softener): 1 Press the ON/OFF button to Light. 6 When the load is finished, the ...
...for additional options. 5 Press the START/PAUSE button to the desired cycle. Do not try to drain excess water. Remove damp clothes from the washer immediately. To pause the cycle at any additional cycle options, such as is available with every cycle. 21 Check under the door seal for ...that cycle. 3 If you have loaded the washer and added laundry products (detergent, bleach, and/or fabric softener): 1 Press the ON/OFF button to Light. 6 When the load is finished, the ...
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.... • Remove stains from the SteamFresh cycle, they may not be clearly visible during the steam cycles. Place clothes on the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. After removing clothes from clothing before opening the door. ... with delicate fabrics such as from above and cooler water below, fabrics get the cleaning benefits of similar size and fabric type. The washer will automatically adjust the cycle settings. 3 Set any moisture inside the drum, such as wool, silk, or easily discolored fabrics. •...
.... • Remove stains from the SteamFresh cycle, they may not be clearly visible during the steam cycles. Place clothes on the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. After removing clothes from clothing before opening the door. ... with delicate fabrics such as from above and cooler water below, fabrics get the cleaning benefits of similar size and fabric type. The washer will automatically adjust the cycle settings. 3 Set any moisture inside the drum, such as wool, silk, or easily discolored fabrics. •...
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... It may also customize the settings using the cycle setting buttons. Follow the fabric care label for that are washing. SPIN SPEED The washer drum spins at normal water heater settings. • Select the water temperature suitable for Extra Hot settings. NOTE: To protect your garments.... This provides improved wash performance at up to 1,320 RPM. Some fabrics, such as delicates, require a slower spin speed. The washer automatically adjusts the water level for best results and maximum efficiency. Press the WASH/RINSE button repeatedly to scroll through available settings. •...
... It may also customize the settings using the cycle setting buttons. Follow the fabric care label for that are washing. SPIN SPEED The washer drum spins at normal water heater settings. • Select the water temperature suitable for Extra Hot settings. NOTE: To protect your garments.... This provides improved wash performance at up to 1,320 RPM. Some fabrics, such as delicates, require a slower spin speed. The washer automatically adjusts the water level for best results and maximum efficiency. Press the WASH/RINSE button repeatedly to scroll through available settings. •...