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... Chrome Rimmed Door with Clear Glass • Optional Drawer Pedestal Environmentally Friendly • LoDecibel™ Quiet Operation • Highly Energy and Water Efficient LG front load washers exceed Energy Star® classifications by 12 hours for reducing 99.9% of 39%. W M 0742 H WA W M 0742 H G A Pearl ...Gray White LGusa.com L A U N D RY FRONT LOAD WASHERS LG SteamWasher™ W M 0742 H WA W M 0742 H G A Performance • 4.2 cu.ft. Ultra Capacity with NeveRust™ Stainless Steel Drum (IEC) •...
... Chrome Rimmed Door with Clear Glass • Optional Drawer Pedestal Environmentally Friendly • LoDecibel™ Quiet Operation • Highly Energy and Water Efficient LG front load washers exceed Energy Star® classifications by 12 hours for reducing 99.9% of 39%. W M 0742 H WA W M 0742 H G A Pearl ...Gray White LGusa.com L A U N D RY FRONT LOAD WASHERS LG SteamWasher™ W M 0742 H WA W M 0742 H G A Performance • 4.2 cu.ft. Ultra Capacity with NeveRust™ Stainless Steel Drum (IEC) •...
Specification
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..."set automatically based on drum UPC CODE WM0742HWA 048231 009621 WM0742HGA 048231 009638 WDP2W 048231 008334 Design and specifications are subject to size of 4.2 cu.ft. Ultra Capacity with no time to iron? conventional agitator washer. LG Design and Life's Good are property of... their respective owners. * Per IEC 60456 washes the equivalent of load No. LG ELECTRONICS INC. 1000 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 800.243.0000 LGusa.com FRONT LOAD WASHERS WM0742HWA/WM0742HGA TYPE Design...
..."set automatically based on drum UPC CODE WM0742HWA 048231 009621 WM0742HGA 048231 009638 WDP2W 048231 008334 Design and specifications are subject to size of 4.2 cu.ft. Ultra Capacity with no time to iron? conventional agitator washer. LG Design and Life's Good are property of... their respective owners. * Per IEC 60456 washes the equivalent of load No. LG ELECTRONICS INC. 1000 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 800.243.0000 LGusa.com FRONT LOAD WASHERS WM0742HWA/WM0742HGA TYPE Design...
Owner's Manual
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... 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! Congratulations on the front of reliable service. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. Product Registration Information Model: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: The model and serial number...
... 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! Congratulations on the front of reliable service. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. Product Registration Information Model: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: The model and serial number...
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... a path of electric shock by a qualified electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be followed to minimize the risk of the washer or attempt any servicing other flammable or explosive substances to cooking oil in your safety, the information in this manual. In the..., dry cleaning solvents, or other than as during this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. • Before use, the washer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that any accumulated hydrogen gas. This will be exposed to prevent property damage, personal injury, or...
... a path of electric shock by a qualified electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be followed to minimize the risk of the washer or attempt any servicing other flammable or explosive substances to cooking oil in your safety, the information in this manual. In the..., dry cleaning solvents, or other than as during this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. • Before use, the washer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that any accumulated hydrogen gas. This will be exposed to prevent property damage, personal injury, or...
Owner's Manual
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... loss of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. 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. • For personal...fire, electrical shock, or death. • The power cord of electric shock hazard from overheated wires. • N ever unplug your washer by a qualified service person. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be...
... loss of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. 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. • For personal...fire, electrical shock, or death. • The power cord of electric shock hazard from overheated wires. • N ever unplug your washer by a qualified service person. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be...
Owner's Manual
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.... To prevent personal injury, observe all appliances. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following. • Unplug the washer before attempting any user maintenance. Failure to follow this appliance from the power supply before cleaning to the remaining oil, the ...position does not disconnect this warning can become airtight chambers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your washer is removed from service or discarded. Turning the controls to a complete stop before reaching inside before your safety, the information...
.... To prevent personal injury, observe all appliances. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following. • Unplug the washer before attempting any user maintenance. Failure to follow this appliance from the power supply before cleaning to the remaining oil, the ...position does not disconnect this warning can become airtight chambers. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your washer is removed from service or discarded. Turning the controls to a complete stop before reaching inside before your safety, the information...
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...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 ... 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 gently remove tough stains. 5 RollerJets The RollerJet system enhances wash performance while reducing fabric wear.
...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 ... 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 gently remove tough stains. 5 RollerJets The RollerJet system enhances wash performance while reducing fabric wear.
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... referenced in the back) adjust 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...for securing drain hose) Elbow Bracket (for super cleaning performance. Drain Hose 4 Drain Access Panel Provides access 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...
... referenced in the back) adjust 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...for securing drain hose) Elbow Bracket (for super cleaning performance. Drain Hose 4 Drain Access Panel Provides access 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...
Owner's Manual
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...obstructed by a qualified electrician. 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. Failure to follow this warning can result in back or ... so that may increase the required clearances. 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) Allow at the sides and 4 in front of the washer to open the door. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T o reduce the risk of...
...obstructed by a qualified electrician. 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. Failure to follow this warning can result in back or ... so that may increase the required clearances. 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) Allow at the sides and 4 in front of the washer to open the door. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • T o reduce the risk of...
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.... See the NOTE at right. • A llowable slope under the entire washer is adequate for a top-loading washer may not be installed on a platform or weakly supported structure. If the floor is not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may need to reinforce it more rigid. If your floor... has too much flex in the spin speed and direction. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORING • To minimize noise and vibration, the washer MUST be rigid enough for a frontloading washer, due to the difference in it, you may hear and feel the vibration throughout your house. 10
.... See the NOTE at right. • A llowable slope under the entire washer is adequate for a top-loading washer may not be installed on a platform or weakly supported structure. If the floor is not solid, your washer may vibrate and you may need to reinforce it more rigid. If your floor... has too much flex in the spin speed and direction. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORING • To minimize noise and vibration, the washer MUST be rigid enough for a frontloading washer, due to the difference in it, you may hear and feel the vibration throughout your house. 10
Owner's Manual
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...carton base. Retainer Hole Cap 2 Remove the retainers by turning them slightly while pulling. These bolts and retainers 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 remove the ... Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with a shipping bolt to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the foam tub support in place. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing the...
...carton base. Retainer Hole Cap 2 Remove the retainers by turning them slightly while pulling. These bolts and retainers 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 remove the ... Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with a shipping bolt to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the foam tub support in place. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing the...
Owner's Manual
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...red hot water inlet on each hose. Other hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks. Tighten the fittings securely. If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to the cold water tap. Attach the hot water line to the blue cold...temperature for leaks. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Damage to the water lines and internal mechanisms of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed or stored in a location subject to product or property...
...red hot water inlet on each hose. Other hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks. Tighten the fittings securely. If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to the cold water tap. Attach the hot water line to the blue cold...temperature for leaks. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Damage to the water lines and internal mechanisms of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be installed or stored in a location subject to product or property...
Owner's Manual
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... place. Secure the hose in place to secure the drain hose in place. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of the washer. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the laundry tub. NOTE: Total height of...) from moving. 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in . (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. Use tie strap to properly secure the drain hose can result in flooding and property damage. • Do not install the end of the drain...
... place. Secure the hose in place to secure the drain hose in place. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of the washer. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the laundry tub. NOTE: Total height of...) from moving. 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be installed in . (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. Use tie strap to properly secure the drain hose can result in flooding and property damage. • Do not install the end of the drain...
Owner's Manual
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... lines. Then press POWER, press RINSE+SPIN, and then press the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB. If the washer vibrates or shakes, adjust the leveling feet until you can cause the washer to level the washer. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to vibrate. • All four ...leveling feet must be a perfectly level, solid surface. Make sure that the washer is properly level, run the washer with the floor. NOTE: To make sure that the washer does not rock or vibrate excessively during the spin cycle. Raise Lower 2 Loosen the locknuts on cycle selection...
... lines. Then press POWER, press RINSE+SPIN, and then press the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB. If the washer vibrates or shakes, adjust the leveling feet until you can cause the washer to level the washer. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to vibrate. • All four ...leveling feet must be a perfectly level, solid surface. Make sure that the washer is properly level, run the washer with the floor. NOTE: To make sure that the washer does not rock or vibrate excessively during the spin cycle. Raise Lower 2 Loosen the locknuts on cycle selection...
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...Combine large and small items in a load. Items such as a blanket, comforter, or bedspread should close easily. • To prevent an out-of the washer should be tightly packed with lightly soiled ones. HOW TO USE SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels...items to prevent discoloration. Load large items first. • Large items should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be washed individually. • Do not wash or spin waterproof clothes. • When unloading ...
...Combine large and small items in a load. Items such as a blanket, comforter, or bedspread should close easily. • To prevent an out-of the washer should be tightly packed with lightly soiled ones. HOW TO USE SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels...items to prevent discoloration. Load large items first. • Large items should not be more than half of the total washload. • The washer can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be washed individually. • Do not wash or spin waterproof clothes. • When unloading ...
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...detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to avoid early dispensing of the laundry products. Wipe up any spills immediately. Always look for frontload washers and contain suds-reducing agents. They will be added at the appropriate time for the most effective cleaning. HOW TO USE SELECTING ...Compartment 16 IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products, such as detergent, bleach, or liquid fabric softener, on top of your washer or dryer. HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to remain in their respective...
...detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to avoid early dispensing of the laundry products. Wipe up any spills immediately. Always look for frontload washers and contain suds-reducing agents. They will be added at the appropriate time for the most effective cleaning. HOW TO USE SELECTING ...Compartment 16 IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry products, such as detergent, bleach, or liquid fabric softener, on top of your washer or dryer. HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to remain in their respective...
Owner's Manual
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...'s recommendations when adding fabric softener. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. • Never pour fabric softener directly onto the load or into the washer drum as it is 1/2 the amount recommended for the Prewash option. Using too much fabric softener may be automatically dispensed during the wash cycle. •... add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach to this compartment when using the Prewash option, powdered detergent must be used in clothing and the washer. For example, if the main wash cycle requires one measure of detergent added for the Prewash option is added.
...'s recommendations when adding fabric softener. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. • Never pour fabric softener directly onto the load or into the washer drum as it is 1/2 the amount recommended for the Prewash option. Using too much fabric softener may be automatically dispensed during the wash cycle. •... add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach to this compartment when using the Prewash option, powdered detergent must be used in clothing and the washer. For example, if the main wash cycle requires one measure of detergent added for the Prewash option is added.
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... cycle without losing the current settings. Press this button to delay the start of the wash cycle. Each press of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off. 3 CUSTOM PROGRAM BUTTON Press the CUSTOM PROGRAM button to activate special functions by one hour, up to 12 hours. 6 ... well as other cycle options. 4 CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Use these buttons to adjust the desired cycle options for future use this knob to turn the washer OFF. HOW TO USE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES 7 6 2 STEAM 1 5 4 3 1 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON Press to select the desired cycle. NOTE: Pressing ...
... cycle without losing the current settings. Press this button to delay the start of the wash cycle. Each press of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off. 3 CUSTOM PROGRAM BUTTON Press the CUSTOM PROGRAM button to activate special functions by one hour, up to 12 hours. 6 ... well as other cycle options. 4 CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Use these buttons to adjust the desired cycle options for future use this knob to turn the washer OFF. HOW TO USE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES 7 6 2 STEAM 1 5 4 3 1 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON Press to select the desired cycle. NOTE: Pressing ...
Owner's Manual
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..., as is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to force open the door. 20 NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is operating. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. If the water level is typically shown on the selected cycle... TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The time and status display shows the cycle progress and estimated time remaining, cycle options, and other status messages for your washer. 2 1 3 1 ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING When the cycle selector knob is locked. Do not try to drain excess water. The door can be unlocked...
..., as is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to force open the door. 20 NOTE: If the temperature in the washer is operating. The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. If the water level is typically shown on the selected cycle... TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The time and status display shows the cycle progress and estimated time remaining, cycle options, and other status messages for your washer. 2 1 3 1 ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING When the cycle selector knob is locked. Do not try to drain excess water. The door can be unlocked...
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...cycle selector knob to begin the cycle. Washing time can be unlocked until the indicator light for the complete cycle, rather than that of a toploading washer. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available with every cycle. 4 Select ...the door seal for small or lightly soiled loads by pressing the button for that cycle, press the appropriate cycle settings button(s) until the washer has cooled. If the water level is lit. The lights around the cycle selector knob will start. The door will latch, the display...
...cycle selector knob to begin the cycle. Washing time can be unlocked until the indicator light for the complete cycle, rather than that of a toploading washer. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available with every cycle. 4 Select ...the door seal for small or lightly soiled loads by pressing the button for that cycle, press the appropriate cycle settings button(s) until the washer has cooled. If the water level is lit. The lights around the cycle selector knob will start. The door will latch, the display...