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Question posted by jadler7 on March 10th, 2012

What Would Cause A Grinding Sound When Drum Is Turning?

Drum makes a grinding sound when turning.

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Answer #1: Posted by Anonymous-73180 on September 4th, 2012 8:23 AM
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small things like bobby pins can get down in the holes, we had the same issue so i closly listened to where the sould would hit and I used a small but heavy duty magnet and was able to unlodge it and it washed thru. All is good now. Hope this helps.

 

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Owner's Manual - Page 3

...drum and extra large opening make it possible to change the settings during operation. The LED Display The LED display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your washer... Automatically detects the load and optimizes the washing time. When the washer is turned on, the light in the display will illuminate. PRODUCT FEATURES Direct Drive System The...
Owner's Manual - Page 4

... 2 weeks or more. This will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of children is necessary when the washer is used for such a period, before using the washing machine, turn on or in the user-maintenance instructions or published user-repair instructions that you don't have a proper outlet installed by...
Owner's Manual - Page 5

... created after removing the shipping bolts 4 Accessories Hot/Cold (1 each) Hose Wrench for removing shipping bolts and leveling the washer Hose retainer Tie strap to secure drain hose to standpipe, inlet hose, or laundry tub Cap (4 each) to change by manufacturer. SPECIFICATIONS Name: Front-loading Washing Machine Power supply: 120V~ 60Hz Size...
Owner's Manual - Page 6

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Owner's Manual - Page 7

...a top-loader. The following dimensions shown are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a solidly constructed floor. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are for recessed ...Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is even more critical to a front-loading washer than top-loaders, causing greater vibration. Front-loaders use substantially faster spin speeds than to reinforce it...
Owner's Manual - Page 8

...laundry... before putting it must be replaced by turning the tap completely on. • Periodically...appliances recommend they be installed. • Two Sealing washers are connected to avoid a hazard. • If ... replace the hose if necessary. • Make sure that the two water input ports are...electric shock or fire. Other hoses may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Repairs to the...
Owner's Manual - Page 9

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Owner's Manual - Page 10

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Owner's Manual - Page 11

...to help lift dirt. Do not wash single items. This may cause an out-of soil. Fabric Care Labels Look for a care...Lights, Darks) Lint (Lint Producers, Collectors) Separate clothes according to make sure that can be washed with lightly soiled ones. Check before operating... as dye and lint transfer can damage both your washer and your clothes. PREPARATION BEFORE WASHING WARNING To reduce...
Owner's Manual - Page 12

... washers and contain suds reducing components. Liquid or powdered detergent may cause oversudsing... 2. The detergent will drain into the washer drum as it may be dispensed at once in...in their respective dispenser compartments. HE detergents make less suds, improve washing and rinsing ...for most effective cleaning. All laundry products can be dispensed during Prewash if the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 13

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Owner's Manual - Page 15

... and rinse cycles for one hour increments. 5. Start/Pause • Use this button to select cycle designed for different types of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off continually to function even if interrupted by selecting Speed Wash cycle and setting the Soil Level button at Light. 3. Cycles • Rotate the Cycle...
Owner's Manual - Page 16

...warm rinse makes the load more comfortable to handle. • Cold rinses save energy. • The Cold rinse temperatures depend on a top-loading washer. 3....washer door will also be unlocked by pressing the START/ PAUSE button to adjust the volume of the current wash cycle has been completed. 4. Soil Level • To change the spin speed, press the Spin Speed button repeatedly to turn...
Owner's Manual - Page 18

...using a hard bristle brush. 4. Turn the drain plug ( ) to remove objects. Remove any more, turn the pump filter clockwise and insert the drain plug to the left in the laundry. Other hoses may become clogged. ... correctly and could cause leaks. Be careful when draining if the water is very hard or contains traces of the appliance, cut off the water tap. 2. Turn off the power ...
Owner's Manual - Page 19

... to remove any excess laundry additives. • Clean the drawer opening other than water because it is made of Stainless steel, specks of rust can be caused by small metal articles (paper clips, safety pins, etc.) which have been left in the drum. • The washing drum should happen, set the washer for washing machine...
Owner's Manual - Page 20

... complete, leave the door open for drying. Unplug electrical power cord, dry drum interior, and close the door. 2. Close the dispenser drawer slowly. 4. Turn off any clothing or items from washer after storage, run empty washer through a complete cycle using only cleaners labeled as safe for 1 minute to ensure a water-tight seal. Close door...
Owner's Manual - Page 21

... seal frequently. 20 If noise continues after washer is normal. Unclog drain pipe. Problem Possible Cause Rattling and clanking noise • Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be unevenly distributed in drum or pump. Thumping sound • Heavy wash loads may be in the drum. • Are all the transit bolts and...
Owner's Manual - Page 22

...laundry, water pressure, water temperature, and other using conditions. Washer does not start • Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be increased. 21 Make sure plug fits tightly in the washer...GUIDE ENGLISH Problem Possible Cause Water does not enter washer or it enters slowly... not turned on water supply tap. The door must lock before the clothes washer begins...
Owner's Manual - Page 23

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Solution • Water supply is not adequate in area. • Water supply taps are loaded (bath mat, bath robe, etc.) and the imbalance is too great, after 30 minutes. Check another tap in motor. • The washer experienced a power failure. Add 1 or 2 similar items to allow proper spinning...
Specification - Page 2

... unload clothing? LG Design and Life's Good are set automatically based on drum UPC CODE WM2016CW 048231 009089 WDP3W 048231 008556 WSTK1 048231 008327 Design and specifications are property of... Power is delivered right to store laundry products. LG ELECTRONICS INC. 1000 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 800.243.0000 LGusa.com FRONT LOAD WASHERS W M 2016 C TYPE Front Loader...

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