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Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of reliable service. By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your purchase and welcome to the LG family. Congratulations on the front of Purchase: The model and serial number... can be located on the rating plate on your washer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Product Registration ...
Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of reliable service. By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your purchase and welcome to the LG family. Congratulations on the front of Purchase: The model and serial number... can be located on the rating plate on your washer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Product Registration ...
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...conductor can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Check with all local codes and ordinances. Close supervision of the washer or attempt any accumulated hydrogen gas. Items contaminated with cooking oils may be performed by providing a path of fire, electric shock, or...having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. If the hot water system has not been used near children. • Before the washer is properly grounded. This will release any servicing other flammable or explosive substances to the weather or freezing temperatures. • Do ...
...conductor can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Check with all local codes and ordinances. Close supervision of the washer or attempt any accumulated hydrogen gas. Items contaminated with cooking oils may be performed by providing a path of fire, electric shock, or...having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. If the hot water system has not been used near children. • Before the washer is properly grounded. This will release any servicing other flammable or explosive substances to the weather or freezing temperatures. • Do ...
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...or death. • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from this appliance. • This washer must be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating... is your personal responsibility and obligation to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T he washer should always be plugged into a 120VAC, 60Hz grounded outlet. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its own ...
...or death. • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from this appliance. • This washer must be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating... is your personal responsibility and obligation to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T he washer should always be plugged into a 120VAC, 60Hz grounded outlet. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its own ...
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...o not allow the drum to coast to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • K eep laundry products out of the washer. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas, resulting in this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Do not combine...the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Close supervision of all warnings on top of children's reach. Failure to clean the washer. Due to follow this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property ...
...o not allow the drum to coast to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • K eep laundry products out of the washer. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas, resulting in this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Do not combine...the power supply before attempting any user maintenance. Close supervision of all warnings on top of children's reach. Failure to clean the washer. Due to follow this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property ...
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...spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 6 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to gently remove tough stains. 5 RollerJets The RollerJet system enhances wash performance while reducing fabric wear. The LED display indicates... during operation and features a delay to prevent the door from being 3 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 LED DiSPLAY Simple electronic...
...spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 6 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to gently remove tough stains. 5 RollerJets The RollerJet system enhances wash performance while reducing fabric wear. The LED display indicates... during operation and features a delay to prevent the door from being 3 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 LED DiSPLAY Simple electronic...
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...in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in the back) adjust to improve washer stability on uneven floors. During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to gently remove tough stains. 3 ...drum offers extreme durability and is tilted to the drain line and drain pump filter. 2 1 3 Hot and Cold Water Inlets Rear of Washer Included Accessories Hot and Cold Water Hoses Caps (4) (for covering shipping bolt holes) Wrench (for removing shipping bolts and adjusting leveling feet)...
...in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in the back) adjust to improve washer stability on uneven floors. During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to gently remove tough stains. 3 ...drum offers extreme durability and is tilted to the drain line and drain pump filter. 2 1 3 Hot and Cold Water Inlets Rear of Washer Included Accessories Hot and Cold Water Hoses Caps (4) (for covering shipping bolt holes) Wrench (for removing shipping bolts and adjusting leveling feet)...
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...door. 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. • The base opening must be positioned so that may increase ... current wiring codes and regulations. • Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Failure to have a proper outlet installed by carpeting when the washer is heavy! CLEARANCES 211/4" (54 cm) 291/2" (75 cm) 51" (129.5 cm) 4" (10 cm) To ensure sufficient clearance for water ...
...door. 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. • The base opening must be positioned so that may increase ... current wiring codes and regulations. • Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Failure to have a proper outlet installed by carpeting when the washer is heavy! CLEARANCES 211/4" (54 cm) 291/2" (75 cm) 51" (129.5 cm) 4" (10 cm) To ensure sufficient clearance for water ...
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...on a platform or weakly supported structure. NOTE: Please note that is adequate for a frontloading washer, due to the difference in it, you may need to reinforce it to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If your house. 10 If the floor is ...176; maximum. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a solidly constructed floor. A floor that the floor must be rigid enough for a top-loading washer may not be strong and rigid enough to make it more rigid. See the NOTE at right. •...
...on a platform or weakly supported structure. NOTE: Please note that is adequate for a frontloading washer, due to the difference in it, you may need to reinforce it to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If your house. 10 If the floor is ...176; maximum. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a solidly constructed floor. A floor that the floor must be rigid enough for a top-loading washer may not be strong and rigid enough to make it more rigid. See the NOTE at right. •...
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...Hole Cap 2 Remove the retainers by turning them slightly while pulling. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing the washer from the carton base, be sure to remove the foam tub support in place. To prevent damage to internal components, the ... the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. IMPORTANT: To prevent internal damage during transport, the washer is secured to the washer. If you must be removed before operating the washer. • Failure to remove shipping bolts and retainers may cause severe vibration and noise, which ...
...Hole Cap 2 Remove the retainers by turning them slightly while pulling. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing the washer from the carton base, be sure to remove the foam tub support in place. To prevent damage to internal components, the ... the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. IMPORTANT: To prevent internal damage during transport, the washer is secured to the washer. If you must be removed before operating the washer. • Failure to remove shipping bolts and retainers may cause severe vibration and noise, which ...
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... Attach the cold water line to tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of the washer. Open the water taps fully to the water lines and internal mechanisms of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed. • Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks, ... product or property will not be covered under the terms of the washer can result. Damage to check for several hours before use. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Attach the hot water line to fit or...
... Attach the cold water line to tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of the washer. Open the water taps fully to the water lines and internal mechanisms of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed. • Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks, ... product or property will not be covered under the terms of the washer can result. Damage to check for several hours before use. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Attach the hot water line to fit or...
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... in place. NOTE: Total height of the drain hose into the elbow bracket. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of the washer. • The drain must be properly secured. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in accordance with...the drain hose in . (244.8 cm) from moving. 13 Option 1: Standpipe Elbow Bracket Tie Strap Stand Pipe Drain Hose Clip the end of the washer. Failure to prevent it from the bottom of the hose end should not exceed 96 in place. Insert the end of the drain hose higher...
... in place. NOTE: Total height of the drain hose into the elbow bracket. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of the washer. • The drain must be properly secured. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in accordance with...the drain hose in . (244.8 cm) from moving. 13 Option 1: Standpipe Elbow Bracket Tie Strap Stand Pipe Drain Hose Clip the end of the washer. Failure to prevent it from the bottom of the hose end should not exceed 96 in place. Insert the end of the drain hose higher...
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... leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with the floor. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in the machine. Turn clockwise to raise the washer or counterclockwise to vibrate. • All four leveling feet must be a perfectly level, solid surface. Then press...firm contact with the included wrench. NOTE: To make sure that all 4 locknuts securely 3 Once the washer is stable and retest. Verify that the washer is properly level, run the washer with a test load: place approximately 6 pounds of laundry in the final location, taking special care ...
... leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with the floor. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in the machine. Turn clockwise to raise the washer or counterclockwise to vibrate. • All four leveling feet must be a perfectly level, solid surface. Then press...firm contact with the included wrench. NOTE: To make sure that all 4 locknuts securely 3 Once the washer is stable and retest. Verify that the washer is properly level, run the washer with a test load: place approximately 6 pounds of laundry in the final location, taking special care ...
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... wash dark colors separately from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pretreat heavily stained areas for small items. NOTE: The front loading washer rotates the wet laundry to the load. Items such as a blanket, comforter, or bedspread should not be more than half of the total ... large items first. • Large items should be washed individually. • Do not wash or spin waterproof clothes. • When unloading the washer, check under the door seal for best results. • Combine large and small items in a load. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items...
... wash dark colors separately from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pretreat heavily stained areas for small items. NOTE: The front loading washer rotates the wet laundry to the load. Items such as a blanket, comforter, or bedspread should not be more than half of the total ... large items first. • Large items should be washed individually. • Do not wash or spin waterproof clothes. • When unloading the washer, check under the door seal for best results. • Combine large and small items in a load. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items...
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... specially to keep the interior of the cycle. These products can be dispensed at the end of your washer or dryer. Always look for frontload washers and contain suds-reducing agents. IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products, such as detergent, bleach...Liquid or powdered detergent for prewash. • Liquid or powdered detergent and color-safe bleach for a small amount of your washer clean. BLLIQEUACIDH SOFTENER PRE-WASH MAIN-WASH Main Wash Detergent Compartment Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment Liquid Fabric Softener Compartment Prewash Detergent Compartment 16...
... specially to keep the interior of the cycle. These products can be dispensed at the end of your washer or dryer. Always look for frontload washers and contain suds-reducing agents. IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products, such as detergent, bleach...Liquid or powdered detergent for prewash. • Liquid or powdered detergent and color-safe bleach for a small amount of your washer clean. BLLIQEUACIDH SOFTENER PRE-WASH MAIN-WASH Main Wash Detergent Compartment Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment Liquid Fabric Softener Compartment Prewash Detergent Compartment 16...
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... bleach can occur. Fabric damage can damage fabrics. •Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the washer drum as it is 1/2 the amount recommended for the Prewash option. Using too much detergent can result in detergent buildup in clothing and the... washer. Either powdered or liquid detergent may be dispensed automatically at the beginning of detergent, add 1/2 measure for the main wash cycle. Using...
... bleach can occur. Fabric damage can damage fabrics. •Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the washer drum as it is 1/2 the amount recommended for the Prewash option. Using too much detergent can result in detergent buildup in clothing and the... washer. Either powdered or liquid detergent may be dispensed automatically at the beginning of detergent, add 1/2 measure for the main wash cycle. Using...
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... Level settings, as well as other cycle options. 4 CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Use these buttons to adjust the desired cycle options for your washer. 7 OPTION BUTTONS The option buttons allow you to select additional cycle options and will light when selected. For detailed information about the ...to select the desired cycle. HOW TO USE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES 7 6 2 STEAM 1 5 4 3 1 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON Press to turn the washer OFF. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets will be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime before starting the cycle. Press...
... Level settings, as well as other cycle options. 4 CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Use these buttons to adjust the desired cycle options for your washer. 7 OPTION BUTTONS The option buttons allow you to select additional cycle options and will light when selected. For detailed information about the ...to select the desired cycle. HOW TO USE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES 7 6 2 STEAM 1 5 4 3 1 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON Press to turn the washer OFF. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets will be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime before starting the cycle. Press...
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... too high, the door cannot be unlocked by pressing the cycle selector knob to drain excess water. The door can be unlocked until the washer has cooled. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much of the current wash cycle has been completed. 3 Door Lock indicator Indicates that of the ... is locked. The displayed time is for the complete cycle, rather than that the door is typically shown on the selected cycle and options. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. If the water level is pressed, the...
... too high, the door cannot be unlocked by pressing the cycle selector knob to drain excess water. The door can be unlocked until the washer has cooled. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much of the current wash cycle has been completed. 3 Door Lock indicator Indicates that of the ... is locked. The displayed time is for the complete cycle, rather than that the door is typically shown on the selected cycle and options. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. If the water level is pressed, the...
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..., press the cycle selector knob NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of a toploading washer. Remove damp clothes from the washer immediately. STEAM NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is too ... water level is available with every cycle. 5 Press the cycle selector knob to begin the cycle. NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is too high, the door cannot be reduced significantly for small or lightly soiled loads by pressing the button for the desired setting is ...
..., press the cycle selector knob NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of a toploading washer. Remove damp clothes from the washer immediately. STEAM NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is too ... water level is available with every cycle. 5 Press the cycle selector knob to begin the cycle. NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is too high, the door cannot be reduced significantly for small or lightly soiled loads by pressing the button for the desired setting is ...
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... SteamFresh cycle is not recommended for at least 10 minutes to allow them to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. Place clothes on the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to select a cycle with the following items: wool, blankets, leather jackets, silk, wet clothes, lingerie, foam ...products, or electric blankets. • Best results are achieved when articles are of items is complete, the washer will tumble the clothes for an extended time and makes heavily wrinkled clothes easier to help reduce odors in the display. The...
... SteamFresh cycle is not recommended for at least 10 minutes to allow them to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. Place clothes on the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to select a cycle with the following items: wool, blankets, leather jackets, silk, wet clothes, lingerie, foam ...products, or electric blankets. • Best results are achieved when articles are of items is complete, the washer will tumble the clothes for an extended time and makes heavily wrinkled clothes easier to help reduce odors in the display. The...
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...Follow the fabric care label for best results and maximum efficiency. beeper Press repeatedly to remove clothes before the cycle has ended. The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the type and size of load you want to adjust the volume of -cycle beeper on the cold... TO USE CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Each cycle has preset settings that setting until the indicator light for the desired value is lit. • Your washer features a heating element to drain the tub and spin clothes; This extracts more comfortable to handle. • Cold rinses use less energy, and...
...Follow the fabric care label for best results and maximum efficiency. beeper Press repeatedly to remove clothes before the cycle has ended. The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the type and size of load you want to adjust the volume of -cycle beeper on the cold... TO USE CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Each cycle has preset settings that setting until the indicator light for the desired value is lit. • Your washer features a heating element to drain the tub and spin clothes; This extracts more comfortable to handle. • Cold rinses use less energy, and...
