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By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your purchase and welcome to the LG family. Product Registration Information Model: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: The model and serial number can be located on the rating plate on your washer ... TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 30 Before Calling for Service 30-32 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and Specifications 33 WARRANTY 35 THANK YOU! Your new LG washing machine combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. Congratulations on the front of reliable service.
By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your purchase and welcome to the LG family. Product Registration Information Model: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: The model and serial number can be located on the rating plate on your washer ... TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 30 Before Calling for Service 30-32 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and Specifications 33 WARRANTY 35 THANK YOU! Your new LG washing machine combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. Congratulations on the front of reliable service.
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Your Safety and the safety of others . This is , tell you how to reduce the chance of life. These words mean: wDANGER: Y ou can be killed or seriously injured if you and others is very important. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of injury, and tell you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. wWARNING: You can be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to potential hazards that can happen if the instructions are not followed...
Your Safety and the safety of others . This is , tell you how to reduce the chance of life. These words mean: wDANGER: Y ou can be killed or seriously injured if you and others is very important. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of injury, and tell you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. wWARNING: You can be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to potential hazards that can happen if the instructions are not followed...
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basic safety precautions wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, turn on or in risk of life. This will release any service be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is flammable, do not smoke or use . GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be properly installed as described in RVs, aircraft, etc. • Turn off the water taps and unplug the washer if the machine is to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of electric shock....
basic safety precautions wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, turn on or in risk of life. This will release any service be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is flammable, do not smoke or use . GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be properly installed as described in RVs, aircraft, etc. • Turn off the water taps and unplug the washer if the machine is to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of electric shock....
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Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • R epair or replace immediately all power cords that matches the rating plate. Plug into its length or at either end. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to have it is encountered, it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Where a...
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • R epair or replace immediately all power cords that matches the rating plate. Plug into its length or at either end. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Failure to have it is encountered, it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Where a...
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Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • D o not allow the drum to coast to a complete stop before your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of the washer. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • R emove the door to the washing compartment to persons when using laundry products. Failure to do so can produce poisonous gas, resulting in ...
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • D o not allow the drum to coast to a complete stop before your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of the washer. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • R emove the door to the washing compartment to persons when using laundry products. Failure to do so can produce poisonous gas, resulting in ...
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Integrated jets spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 4 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to prevent the door from being opened until the washer interior has cooled and the water level has lowered. 3 RollerJets The RollerJet system enhances wash 2 performance while reducing fabric wear. PARTS AND FEATURES SPECIAL FEATURES 1 Detergent Dispenser Drawer This four-compartment drawer provides separate 1 dispensers for prewash and main wash detergent, liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener. 4 2 Easy-...
Integrated jets spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 4 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to prevent the door from being opened until the washer interior has cooled and the water level has lowered. 3 RollerJets The RollerJet system enhances wash 2 performance while reducing fabric wear. PARTS AND FEATURES SPECIAL FEATURES 1 Detergent Dispenser Drawer This four-compartment drawer provides separate 1 dispensers for prewash and main wash detergent, liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener. 4 2 Easy-...
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PARTS AND FEATURES KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in the back) adjust to improve washer stability on 3 uneven floors. 3 Drain Access Panel Provides access to improve efficiency and allow easier access for securing drain hose) Drain Hose 1 2 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 ...
PARTS AND FEATURES KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in the back) adjust to improve washer stability on 3 uneven floors. 3 Drain Access Panel Provides access to improve efficiency and allow easier access for securing drain hose) Drain Hose 1 2 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 ...
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Failure to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION wWARNING •W asher is recommended. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Properly ground washer to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T o reduce the risk of the product owner to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Two or more than one appliance. • The outlet must not be exposed to ...
Failure to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION wWARNING •W asher is recommended. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Properly ground washer to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T o reduce the risk of the product owner to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Two or more than one appliance. • The outlet must not be exposed to ...
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See the NOTE at right. • A llowable slope under the entire washer is not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may hear and feel the vibration throughout your floor has too much flex in the spin speed and direction. A floor that the floor must be rigid enough for a frontloading washer, due to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If the floor is 1° maximum. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a solidly constructed floor. NOTE: Please note that is adequate ...
See the NOTE at right. • A llowable slope under the entire washer is not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may hear and feel the vibration throughout your floor has too much flex in the spin speed and direction. A floor that the floor must be rigid enough for a frontloading washer, due to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If the floor is 1° maximum. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a solidly constructed floor. NOTE: Please note that is adequate ...
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To prevent damage to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the base packaging materials, always lay it carefully on its side. Do NOT lay the washer on its front or back. Rotate and press the hole caps into the shipping bolt holes. NOTE: Save the bolts and retainers for future use the included wrench to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. These bolts and retainers MUST be sure to remove the foam tub support in place. Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with shipping bolts ...
To prevent damage to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the base packaging materials, always lay it carefully on its side. Do NOT lay the washer on its front or back. Rotate and press the hole caps into the shipping bolt holes. NOTE: Save the bolts and retainers for future use the included wrench to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. These bolts and retainers MUST be sure to remove the foam tub support in place. Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with shipping bolts ...
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... tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of the washer can result. Water Hose (to water inlet on the back of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed. • Periodically check the hose for leaks. Attach the cold water line to product or property.... Open the water taps fully to the hot water tap. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Tighten the fittings securely. 12 3 Attach the hot water line to check for cracks, leaks, and wear, and replace the ...
... tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of the washer can result. Water Hose (to water inlet on the back of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed. • Periodically check the hose for leaks. Attach the cold water line to product or property.... Open the water taps fully to the hot water tap. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Tighten the fittings securely. 12 3 Attach the hot water line to check for cracks, leaks, and wear, and replace the ...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in accordance with any applicable local codes and regulations. • Make sure that the water lines are not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked. Use tie strap to secure the drain hose in place. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the drain hose into the elbow bracket. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the washer. Use tie strap to secure the drain hose in . (244.8 cm...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in accordance with any applicable local codes and regulations. • Make sure that the water lines are not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked. Use tie strap to secure the drain hose in place. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the drain hose into the elbow bracket. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the washer. Use tie strap to secure the drain hose in . (244.8 cm...
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Then press POWER, press RINSE+SPIN, and then press the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB. See the following sections for additional information on the floor. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LEVELING THE WASHER The drum of your new washer spins at very high speeds, up to make sure that the washer is properly level, run the washer with the floor. Place a level across the top of laundry in the final location, taking special care to back, tighten all 4 locknuts securely 3 Once the washer is stable and retest. NOTE: To make sure that the washer does not rock. Rock the washer gently from side ...
Then press POWER, press RINSE+SPIN, and then press the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB. See the following sections for additional information on the floor. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS LEVELING THE WASHER The drum of your new washer spins at very high speeds, up to make sure that the washer is properly level, run the washer with the floor. Place a level across the top of laundry in the final location, taking special care to back, tighten all 4 locknuts securely 3 Once the washer is stable and retest. NOTE: To make sure that the washer does not rock. Rock the washer gently from side ...
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If possible, do not see the water during washing, it with items. The door of the washer should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can damage both your washer and your clothes. • Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent these items from light colors and whites to make sure that they are empty. Always wash dark colors separately from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pretreat heavily stained areas for best results. • Combine large and small items in a load. Sort Laundry... Items such as a blanket, comforter, or ...
If possible, do not see the water during washing, it with items. The door of the washer should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can damage both your washer and your clothes. • Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent these items from light colors and whites to make sure that they are empty. Always wash dark colors separately from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pretreat heavily stained areas for best results. • Combine large and small items in a load. Sort Laundry... Items such as a blanket, comforter, or ...
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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 clean. HE detergents are formulated specifically for the HE symbol when purchasing detergent. NOTE: It is designed for use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent ABOUT THE DISPENSER The automatic dispenser consists of four compartments which hold: • Liquid chlorine bleach. • Liquid fabric softener. • Liquid or powdered detergent for prewash. • ...
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 clean. HE detergents are formulated specifically for the HE symbol when purchasing detergent. NOTE: It is designed for use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent ABOUT THE DISPENSER The automatic dispenser consists of four compartments which hold: • Liquid chlorine bleach. • Liquid fabric softener. • Liquid or powdered detergent for prewash. • ...
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NOTE: Liquid detergent will be automatically dispensed during the wash cycle. • Do not add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach to this compartment. • Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations when adding fabric softener. Designed specially to use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent Liquid Bleach Compartment This compartment holds liquid chlorine bleach, which will drain into the drum. Using too much bleach can occur. Main Wash Detergent Compartment This compartment holds laundry detergent for the main wash cycle. Fabric damage can damage ...
NOTE: Liquid detergent will be automatically dispensed during the wash cycle. • Do not add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach to this compartment. • Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations when adding fabric softener. Designed specially to use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent Liquid Bleach Compartment This compartment holds liquid chlorine bleach, which will drain into the drum. Using too much bleach can occur. Main Wash Detergent Compartment This compartment holds laundry detergent for the main wash cycle. Fabric damage can damage ...
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For detailed information about the individual options, please see the following pages. 18 NOTE: Pressing the ON/OFF button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will light when selected. Each press of the button increases the delay time by pressing and holding the button for future use this knob to select the desired cycle. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets will be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime before starting the cycle. Press again to turn the washer ON. If the washer is running, use . These settings...
For detailed information about the individual options, please see the following pages. 18 NOTE: Pressing the ON/OFF button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will light when selected. Each press of the button increases the delay time by pressing and holding the button for future use this knob to select the desired cycle. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets will be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime before starting the cycle. Press again to turn the washer ON. If the washer is running, use . These settings...
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HOW TO USE CYCLE GUIDE-WM0642H* The cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle. Extra Hot/Cold High Extra High No Spin Low Medium Normal Heavy Light COMFORTER COTTON/ NORMAL Large items such as blankets and comforters Mixed loads, work clothes, diapers, etc. PRESS Dress shirts/pants, wrinkle-free clothing, poly/cotton blend clothing, tablecloths Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Hot/Cold Tap Cold/Cold Cold/Cold DELICATES Dress shirts/blouses, nylons, sheer or lacy garments Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Tap cold/Cold Gentle Low Medium No Spin High Extra High...
HOW TO USE CYCLE GUIDE-WM0642H* The cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle. Extra Hot/Cold High Extra High No Spin Low Medium Normal Heavy Light COMFORTER COTTON/ NORMAL Large items such as blankets and comforters Mixed loads, work clothes, diapers, etc. PRESS Dress shirts/pants, wrinkle-free clothing, poly/cotton blend clothing, tablecloths Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Hot/Cold Tap Cold/Cold Cold/Cold DELICATES Dress shirts/blouses, nylons, sheer or lacy garments Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Tap cold/Cold Gentle Low Medium No Spin High Extra High...
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If the water level is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to force open the door. 20 The displayed time is for the complete cycle, rather than that the door is locked. NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is too high, the door cannot be unlocked by pressing the cycle selector knob to stop the washer. The display will lock while the washer is operating. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much of the current wash cycle has been completed. 3 Door Lock indicator Indicates that of the cycle, as is typically shown on the selected cycle and options. Do not try to ...
If the water level is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to force open the door. 20 The displayed time is for the complete cycle, rather than that the door is locked. NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is too high, the door cannot be unlocked by pressing the cycle selector knob to stop the washer. The display will lock while the washer is operating. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much of the current wash cycle has been completed. 3 Door Lock indicator Indicates that of the cycle, as is typically shown on the selected cycle and options. Do not try to ...
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The lights around the cycle selector knob will illuminate. 2 Turn the cycle selector knob to force the door open. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available with every cycle. 4 Select any time, press the cycle selector knob NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of a toploading washer. If the water level is too high, the door cannot be reduced significantly for the complete cycle, rather than that of the cycle, as pre-wash, stain cycle, quick cycle, extra rinse, ...
The lights around the cycle selector knob will illuminate. 2 Turn the cycle selector knob to force the door open. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available with every cycle. 4 Select any time, press the cycle selector knob NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of a toploading washer. If the water level is too high, the door cannot be reduced significantly for the complete cycle, rather than that of the cycle, as pre-wash, stain cycle, quick cycle, extra rinse, ...