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...Cycle Setting Buttons 23 Custom Program 24 Cycle Option Buttons 25 Special Functions 26 CARE AND CLEANING Regular Cleaning 27 Cleaning the Washer 28 Maintenance 29-30 TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31-33 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and ...Specifications 34 WARRANTY 35 THANK YOU! Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your purchase and welcome to...
...Cycle Setting Buttons 23 Custom Program 24 Cycle Option Buttons 25 Special Functions 26 CARE AND CLEANING Regular Cleaning 27 Cleaning the Washer 28 Maintenance 29-30 TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31-33 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and ...Specifications 34 WARRANTY 35 THANK YOU! Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your purchase and welcome to...
Owner's Manual
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...designed for maritime use . We strongly recommend that have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of children is necessary when the washer is used for several minutes. Failure to be produced in accordance with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in RVs, aircraft... wash articles that any accumulated hydrogen gas. If the hot water system has not been used near children. • Before the washer is a risk of electric shock. Keep all local codes and ordinances. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be dangerous for grounding requirements. ...
...designed for maritime use . We strongly recommend that have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of children is necessary when the washer is used for several minutes. Failure to be produced in accordance with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in RVs, aircraft... wash articles that any accumulated hydrogen gas. If the hot water system has not been used near children. • Before the washer is a risk of electric shock. Keep all local codes and ordinances. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be dangerous for grounding requirements. ...
Owner's Manual
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...Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • W hen installing or moving the washer, be installed and electrically grounded by pulling on a solid floor. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage. •...asher is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for detailed grounding procedures. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • The power...
...Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • W hen installing or moving the washer, be installed and electrically grounded by pulling on a solid floor. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious leak damage. •...asher is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Installation instructions are packed in the washer for detailed grounding procedures. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • The power...
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...warnings could result in this appliance from the power supply before cleaning to follow basic precautions, including the following. • Unplug the washer before attempting any user maintenance. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS These items may smoke or catch fire by itself. • D isconnect this manual...products. Follow package directions when using this warning can result in serious injury or death. • Do not reach into the washer while parts are soiled with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can produce poisonous gas, resulting in serious personal injury or death. ...
...warnings could result in this appliance from the power supply before cleaning to follow basic precautions, including the following. • Unplug the washer before attempting any user maintenance. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS These items may smoke or catch fire by itself. • D isconnect this manual...products. Follow package directions when using this warning can result in serious injury or death. • Do not reach into the washer while parts are soiled with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can produce poisonous gas, resulting in serious personal injury or death. ...
Owner's Manual
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...large door locks 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 controls are user...wear. Integrated jets spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 6 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to provide improved performance and reliability while increasing energy efficiency. 2 4 5
...large door locks 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 controls are user...wear. Integrated jets spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 6 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to provide improved performance and reliability while increasing energy efficiency. 2 4 5
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...4 Drain Access Panel Provides access 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 Leveling...
...4 Drain Access Panel Provides access 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 Leveling...
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...8226; T o reduce the risk of electric shock, do so can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Properly ground washer to conform with current wiring codes and regulations. • Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is installed on a carpeted floor. • Do ... electrical shock, or death. • The base opening must be grounded in humid spaces. Failure to do not install the washer in accordance with all governing codes and ordinances. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION wWARNING •W asher is the personal responsibility and ...
...8226; T o reduce the risk of electric shock, do so can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Properly ground washer to conform with current wiring codes and regulations. • Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is installed on a carpeted floor. • Do ... electrical shock, or death. • The base opening must be grounded in humid spaces. Failure to do not install the washer in accordance with all governing codes and ordinances. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION wWARNING •W asher is the personal responsibility and ...
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...right. • A llowable slope under the entire washer 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 not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may need to reinforce it ... your floor has too much flex in the spin speed and direction. If the floor is adequate for a frontloading washer, due to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If your house. 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORING • To minimize noise...
...right. • A llowable slope under the entire washer 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 not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may need to reinforce it ... your floor has too much flex in the spin speed and direction. If the floor is adequate for a frontloading washer, due to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If your house. 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORING • To minimize noise...
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...the included wrench to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. If you must be removed before operating the washer. • Failure to remove shipping bolts and retainers may cause severe vibration and noise, which can lead to permanent damage to the... by turning them slightly while pulling. Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with shipping bolts in the middle of the washer with a shipping bolt to help prevent operation with the bottom 2 shipping bolts, use . INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing ...
...the included wrench to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. If you must be removed before operating the washer. • Failure to remove shipping bolts and retainers may cause severe vibration and noise, which can lead to permanent damage to the... by turning them slightly while pulling. Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with shipping bolts in the middle of the washer with a shipping bolt to help prevent operation with the bottom 2 shipping bolts, use . INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing ...
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...line to check for leaks. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Water Hose (to water inlet on washer) Rubber Seal Rubber Seal Water Hose (to tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back... of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed. • Periodically check the hose for several hours before use....
...line to check for leaks. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Water Hose (to water inlet on washer) Rubber Seal Rubber Seal Water Hose (to tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back... of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed. • Periodically check the hose for several hours before use....
Owner's Manual
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...and property damage. • Do not install the end of the drain hose higher than 96 in. (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. • The drain must be properly secured. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in accordance with any applicable local codes... into a standpipe. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Option 1: Standpipe Elbow Bracket Tie Strap Stand Pipe Drain Hose Clip the end of the drain hose into the elbow bracket. Use tie strap to...
...and property damage. • Do not install the end of the drain hose higher than 96 in. (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. • The drain must be properly secured. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in accordance with any applicable local codes... into a standpipe. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Option 1: Standpipe Elbow Bracket Tie Strap Stand Pipe Drain Hose Clip the end of the drain hose into the elbow bracket. Use tie strap to...
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.... Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with the included wrench. Place a level across the top of your new washer spins at very high speeds, up to vibrate. • All four leveling feet must be a perfectly level, solid surface. Raise Lower... 2 Loosen the locknuts on all locknuts securely. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in the machine. Make sure that the washer is stable and retest. Verify that the washer does not rock. See the following sections for additional information on the floor. NOTE: To ...
.... Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with the included wrench. Place a level across the top of your new washer spins at very high speeds, up to vibrate. • All four leveling feet must be a perfectly level, solid surface. Raise Lower... 2 Loosen the locknuts on all locknuts securely. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in the machine. Make sure that the washer is stable and retest. Verify that the washer does not rock. See the following sections for additional information on the floor. NOTE: To ...
Owner's Manual
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... groupings. Sort Laundry... Load large items first. • Large items should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can be washed with the same wash cycle. HOW TO USE SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels...care. 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 wash it is not a problem because the laundry is sufficiently wet. 15 If you do not see ...
... groupings. Sort Laundry... Load large items first. • Large items should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can be washed with the same wash cycle. HOW TO USE SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels...care. 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 wash it is not a problem because the laundry is sufficiently wet. 15 If you do not see ...
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...performance. NOTE: It is designed for use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent ABOUT THE DISPENSER The automatic dispenser consists of your washer clean. Wipe up any spills immediately. BLLIQEUACIDH SOFTENER PRE-WASH MAIN-WASH Main Wash Detergent Compartment Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment Liquid ... with only High-Efficiency (HE) detergents. HOW TO USE SELECTING DETERGENT IMPORTANT: Your Steam Washer™ is normal for a small amount of water to avoid early dispensing of your washer or dryer. IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products, such as detergent, bleach,...
...performance. NOTE: It is designed for use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent ABOUT THE DISPENSER The automatic dispenser consists of your washer clean. Wipe up any spills immediately. BLLIQEUACIDH SOFTENER PRE-WASH MAIN-WASH Main Wash Detergent Compartment Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment Liquid ... with only High-Efficiency (HE) detergents. HOW TO USE SELECTING DETERGENT IMPORTANT: Your Steam Washer™ is normal for a small amount of water to avoid early dispensing of your washer or dryer. IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products, such as detergent, bleach,...
Owner's Manual
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... concentrated fabric softeners with your washing machine. • The amount of the same type. NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain into the washer drum as it is 1/2 the amount recommended for the Prewash option is added. NOTE: Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may be ... if the main wash cycle requires one measure of the cycle. Either powdered or liquid detergent may result in clothing and the washer. Fabric Softener Compartment This compartment holds liquid fabric softener, which is added. Never exceed the manufacturer's recommendations when adding detergent. Designed...
... concentrated fabric softeners with your washing machine. • The amount of the same type. NOTE: Liquid detergent will drain into the washer drum as it is 1/2 the amount recommended for the Prewash option is added. NOTE: Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may be ... if the main wash cycle requires one measure of the cycle. Either powdered or liquid detergent may result in clothing and the washer. Fabric Softener Compartment This compartment holds liquid fabric softener, which is added. Never exceed the manufacturer's recommendations when adding detergent. Designed...
Owner's Manual
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...holding the button for future use this knob to select additional cycle options and will light when selected. Each press of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off. 3 CUSTOM PROGRAM BUTTON Press the CUSTOM PROGRAM button to save the Cycle, Wash/Rinse Temperature, Spin Speed, and Soil 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 the desired cycle. Press this button to START the selected cycle. You can be...
...holding the button for future use this knob to select additional cycle options and will light when selected. Each press of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off. 3 CUSTOM PROGRAM BUTTON Press the CUSTOM PROGRAM button to save the Cycle, Wash/Rinse Temperature, Spin Speed, and Soil 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 the desired cycle. Press this button to START the selected cycle. You can be...
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... typically shown on the selected cycle and options. The door can be unlocked until the washer has cooled. NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to drain excess water. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. The... operating. The displayed time is for the complete cycle, rather than that the door is locked. Do not try to stop the washer. If the water level is too high, the door cannot be unlocked by pressing the cycle selector knob to force open the door. 20 HOW ...
... typically shown on the selected cycle and options. The door can be unlocked until the washer has cooled. NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to drain excess water. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. The... operating. The displayed time is for the complete cycle, rather than that the door is locked. Do not try to stop the washer. If the water level is too high, the door cannot be unlocked by pressing the cycle selector knob to force open the door. 20 HOW ...
Owner's Manual
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... the button for that of the cycle, as is too high, the door cannot be reduced significantly 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 turn on a top-loading..., soil level, or option is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to drain excess water. HOW TO USE OPERATING THE WASHER Once you would like to change , and the washer will calculate the estimated time remaining. Washing time can be unlocked until the indicator light for the complete cycle, rather than...
... the button for that of the cycle, as is too high, the door cannot be reduced significantly 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 turn on a top-loading..., soil level, or option is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to drain excess water. HOW TO USE OPERATING THE WASHER Once you would like to change , and the washer will calculate the estimated time remaining. Washing time can be unlocked until the indicator light for the complete cycle, rather than...
Owner's Manual
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...wrinkles and odor in fabrics. The door surface can cause severe burns. Steam can become very hot. After the SteamFresh cycle is complete, the washer will start automatically. Do not overload. 22 By using a hot steam spray from clothing before using the SteamFresh cycle; IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT STEAM... cycle, wipe the drum dry with delicate fabrics such as from the SteamFresh cycle, they may not be used to start the cycle. The washer will automatically adjust the cycle settings. 3 Set any moisture inside the drum, such as wool, silk, or easily discolored fabrics. •...
...wrinkles and odor in fabrics. The door surface can cause severe burns. Steam can become very hot. After the SteamFresh cycle is complete, the washer will start automatically. Do not overload. 22 By using a hot steam spray from clothing before using the SteamFresh cycle; IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT STEAM... cycle, wipe the drum dry with delicate fabrics such as from the SteamFresh cycle, they may not be used to start the cycle. 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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...results. • Warm rinses are selected automatically. Press the WASH/RINSE button until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. • Your washer features a heating element to handle. • Cold rinses use less energy, and the rinse temperature depends on or off with every cycle. You may also...HOW TO USE CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Each cycle has preset settings that setting until the indicator light for the desired value is lit. The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the type and size of wash load for the type of load you want to adjust the volume of...
...results. • Warm rinses are selected automatically. Press the WASH/RINSE button until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. • Your washer features a heating element to handle. • Cold rinses use less energy, and the rinse temperature depends on or off with every cycle. You may also...HOW TO USE CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Each cycle has preset settings that setting until the indicator light for the desired value is lit. The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the type and size of wash load for the type of load you want to adjust the volume of...