Specification
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... Panel with Dual LED Display and Dial-A-Cycle™ • Large Chrome Rimmed Door with Glass • Stackable with a direct drive motor makes this a premium LG washer. Available colors: Graphite Steel (V) White (W) NSF International certifies that the ANTI BACTERIAL option reduces 99.9% of 39%. LAUNDRY WM2501HVA/HWA SteamWasher™ SMART TECHNOLOGY •...
... Panel with Dual LED Display and Dial-A-Cycle™ • Large Chrome Rimmed Door with Glass • Stackable with a direct drive motor makes this a premium LG washer. Available colors: Graphite Steel (V) White (W) NSF International certifies that the ANTI BACTERIAL option reduces 99.9% of 39%. LAUNDRY WM2501HVA/HWA SteamWasher™ SMART TECHNOLOGY •...
Specification
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capacity Capacity* IEC 4.2 cu.ft. Graphite Steel 048231 010597 WM2501HWA Washer - White 048231 010566 WDP3V Pedestal - Direct Drive Motor Power is designed to minimize washer vibration for advanced cleaning performance. White 048231 008327 LGusa.com Design and ...) Carton (WxHxD) 29 1/2" x 42 1/4" x 31 1/4" Weight: Product / Shipping 192 lbs. / 210.5 lbs. TrueSteam™ Technology LG's TrueSteam™ generator provides powerful, yet gentle steam for smooth, quiet performance in a highly durable, powerful and quiet washing machine. All other ...
capacity Capacity* IEC 4.2 cu.ft. Graphite Steel 048231 010597 WM2501HWA Washer - White 048231 010566 WDP3V Pedestal - Direct Drive Motor Power is designed to minimize washer vibration for advanced cleaning performance. White 048231 008327 LGusa.com Design and ...) Carton (WxHxD) 29 1/2" x 42 1/4" x 31 1/4" Weight: Product / Shipping 192 lbs. / 210.5 lbs. TrueSteam™ Technology LG's TrueSteam™ generator provides powerful, yet gentle steam for smooth, quiet performance in a highly durable, powerful and quiet washing machine. All other ...
Owner's Manual
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...serial number can be located on the rating plate on your washer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. 2 Congratulations on the front of reliable service. INTRODUCTION ...23 Load size sensing system 24 Cycle Option Buttons 25 Special Functions 26 CARE AND CLEANINg Regular Cleaning 27-28 Cleaning the Washer 28 Maintenance 29-30 TROUBLESHOOTINg Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31-33 SPECIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Key ...
...serial number can be located on the rating plate on your washer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. 2 Congratulations on the front of reliable service. INTRODUCTION ...23 Load size sensing system 24 Cycle Option Buttons 25 Special Functions 26 CARE AND CLEANINg Regular Cleaning 27-28 Cleaning the Washer 28 Maintenance 29-30 TROUBLESHOOTINg Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31-33 SPECIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Key ...
Owner's Manual
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...the plug provided with all local codes and ordinances. wWARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. This will reduce the risk of the washer for children. There is equipped with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire. ... prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of suffocation! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your washer. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. As the gas is properly grounded. gROUNDINg INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet...
...the plug provided with all local codes and ordinances. wWARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. This will reduce the risk of the washer for children. There is equipped with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire. ... prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of suffocation! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your washer. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. As the gas is properly grounded. gROUNDINg INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet...
Owner's Manual
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...that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance. • This washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the... to follow this warning can result in this warning can cause serious leak damage. • Do not install the washer in the washer for detailed grounding procedures. Installation instructions are packed in humid spaces to follow this manual must be need to install and...
...that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from this appliance. • This washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the... to follow this warning can result in this warning can cause serious leak damage. • Do not install the washer in the washer for detailed grounding procedures. Installation instructions are packed in humid spaces to follow this manual must be need to install and...
Owner's Manual
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... in the cycle selector knob and allow children to the remaining oil, the fabric may contain some oil after the washer is unpacked. Close supervision of the washer. These items may smoke or catch fire by itself. • Disconnect this warning can produce poisonous gasresulting in serious...life. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can result in serious injury or death. • Do not reach into the washer while parts are soiled with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • Remove the door to the washing compartment to prevent ...
... in the cycle selector knob and allow children to the remaining oil, the fabric may contain some oil after the washer is unpacked. Close supervision of the washer. These items may smoke or catch fire by itself. • Disconnect this warning can produce poisonous gasresulting in serious...life. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can result in serious injury or death. • Do not reach into the washer while parts are soiled with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • Remove the door to the washing compartment to prevent ...
Owner's Manual
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Integrated jets spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 5 HIGH-EFFICIENCY Steam CYCLES During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to provide improved performance and reliability while increasing energy efficiency. 4 ... softener. 5 2 Easy-Access Locking Door 4 Extra-large door locks during operation and features a delay to prevent the door from being opened until the washer interior has cooled and the water level has lowered. 3 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys 2 found on most...
Integrated jets spray clothes to further improve washing efficiency. 5 HIGH-EFFICIENCY Steam CYCLES During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to provide improved performance and reliability while increasing energy efficiency. 4 ... softener. 5 2 Easy-Access Locking Door 4 Extra-large door locks during operation and features a delay to prevent the door from being opened until the washer interior has cooled and the water level has lowered. 3 DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR Direct-drive motor eliminates the belt and pulleys 2 found on most...
Owner's Manual
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...features and 2 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 uneven floors. 4 3 Hot and Cold Water Inlets 4 DRAIN ACCESS PANEL Drain Provides access to the drain line and drain Hose pump... CIRCULATION AND STEAM NOZZLES The water circulation nozzles spray the water/ detergent solution directly onto garments for securing drain hose) 8 During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to gently remove tough stains.
...features and 2 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 uneven floors. 4 3 Hot and Cold Water Inlets 4 DRAIN ACCESS PANEL Drain Provides access to the drain line and drain Hose pump... CIRCULATION AND STEAM NOZZLES The water circulation nozzles spray the water/ detergent solution directly onto garments for securing drain hose) 8 During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to gently remove tough stains.
Owner's Manual
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...to open the door. 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 conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Failure...; The base opening must not be grounded in . (10 cm) behind the unit. Failure to do not install the washer in back or other injury. •Store and install the washer where it will not be positioned so that may increase the required clearances. 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1"...
...to open the door. 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 conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Failure...; The base opening must not be grounded in . (10 cm) behind the unit. Failure to do not install the washer in back or other injury. •Store and install the washer where it will not be positioned so that may increase the required clearances. 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1"...
Owner's Manual
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...(190.5 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORINg • To minimize noise and vibration, the washer MUST be strong and rigid enough to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If your floor has too much flex in the spin speed and... to the difference in it more rigid. If the floor is 1° maximum. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are installing your washer may vibrate and you may hear and feel the vibration throughout your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation.
...(190.5 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORINg • To minimize noise and vibration, the washer MUST be strong and rigid enough to support the weight of the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If your floor has too much flex in the spin speed and... to the difference in it more rigid. If the floor is 1° maximum. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are installing your washer may vibrate and you may hear and feel the vibration throughout your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation.
Owner's Manual
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...shipping bolt to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. If you must be installed when transporting the washer. 11 Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with 4 shipping ... carton base. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing the washer from the carton base, be sure to the washer. These bolts and retainers MUST be removed before operating the washer. • Failure to remove shipping bolts and retainers may cause severe...
...shipping bolt to internal components, the shipping bolts and retainers must lay the washer down to remove the 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. If you must be installed when transporting the washer. 11 Foam Tub Support Carton Base Shipping Bolts 1 Starting with 4 shipping ... carton base. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS When removing the washer from the carton base, be sure to the washer. These bolts and retainers MUST be removed before operating the washer. • Failure to remove shipping bolts and retainers may cause severe...
Owner's Manual
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.... • Make sure that the water lines are not guaranteed to the water lines and internal mechanisms of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be covered under the terms of the washer can result. Attach the cold water line to the hot water tap. Damage to fit or function correctly. ... the blue cold water inlet on each hose. Attach the cold water line to the red hot water inlet on the back of the washer. If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of ...
.... • Make sure that the water lines are not guaranteed to the water lines and internal mechanisms of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be covered under the terms of the washer can result. Attach the cold water line to the hot water tap. Damage to fit or function correctly. ... the blue cold water inlet on each hose. Attach the cold water line to the red hot water inlet on the back of the washer. If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on the back of ...
Owner's Manual
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... 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. Failure to prevent it from the bottom of the washer. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of the hose into the floor drain..., crushed, or kinked. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should not exceed 96 in. (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the laundry tub.
... 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. Failure to prevent it from the bottom of the washer. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of the hose into the floor drain..., crushed, or kinked. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should not exceed 96 in. (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the laundry tub.
Owner's Manual
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... Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with a test load: place approximately 6 pounds of laundry in the machine. Rock the washer gently from side to side and front to lower it. 14 Tighten all locknuts securely. Place a level across the top of your new..., the floor must be fully retracted and locked into position with the floor. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in firm contact with the locknuts. If the washer vibrates or shakes, adjust the leveling feet until you must rest solidly on the pedestal to vibrate. • All four ...
... Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can turn the feet with a test load: place approximately 6 pounds of laundry in the machine. Rock the washer gently from side to side and front to lower it. 14 Tighten all locknuts securely. Place a level across the top of your new..., the floor must be fully retracted and locked into position with the floor. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in firm contact with the locknuts. If the washer vibrates or shakes, adjust the leveling feet until you must rest solidly on the pedestal to vibrate. • All four ...
Owner's Manual
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... cycle. Load large items first. • Large items 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 prevent discoloration. Large...WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for small items. NOTE: The front loading washer rotates the wet laundry to wash it is not a problem because the laundry is sufficiently wet. 15 Fabric Care Labels Machine wash ...
... cycle. Load large items first. • Large items 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 prevent discoloration. Large...WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for small items. NOTE: The front loading washer rotates the wet laundry to wash it is not a problem because the laundry is sufficiently wet. 15 Fabric Care Labels Machine wash ...
Owner's Manual
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...for the most effective cleaning. These products can be dispensed at once in the dispenser compartments at the end of your washer clean. HE detergents are formulated specifically for the HE symbol when purchasing detergent. Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment Liquid Fabric Softener... Compartment To add detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to avoid early dispensing of your washer or dryer. HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to use ...
...for the most effective cleaning. These products can be dispensed at once in the dispenser compartments at the end of your washer clean. HE detergents are formulated specifically for the HE symbol when purchasing detergent. Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment Liquid Fabric Softener... Compartment To add detergent, bleach, and fabric softener to avoid early dispensing of your washer or dryer. HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to use ...
Owner's Manual
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... or into the drum. 17 Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Using too much bleach can result in detergent buildup in clothing and the washer. Main Wash Detergent Compartment This compartment holds laundry detergent for the main wash when using the pre-wash option, the liquid detergent cup accessory must...
... or into the drum. 17 Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Using too much bleach can result in detergent buildup in clothing and the washer. Main Wash Detergent Compartment This compartment holds laundry detergent for the main wash when using the pre-wash option, the liquid detergent cup accessory must...
Owner's Manual
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... Press again to 19 hours. 7 TIME AND STATUS The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your washer. 8 OPTION BUTTONS The option buttons allow you do not press the START/PAUSE button within 4 minutes of the button increases the delay time...and holding the button for added cleaning power. Certain buttons also allow you to activate special functions by one hour, up to turn the washer ON. HOW TO USE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES - For detailed information about the individual options, please see the following cycles: STEAM FRESH™,...
... Press again to 19 hours. 7 TIME AND STATUS The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your washer. 8 OPTION BUTTONS The option buttons allow you do not press the START/PAUSE button within 4 minutes of the button increases the delay time...and holding the button for added cleaning power. Certain buttons also allow you to activate special functions by one hour, up to turn the washer ON. HOW TO USE CONTROL PANEL FEATURES - For detailed information about the individual options, please see the following cycles: STEAM FRESH™,...
Owner's Manual
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...detects the wash load (weight) and optimizes the washing time, based on a top-loading washer. 2 CYCLE COMPLETION INDICATOR This portion of the display shows which stage of a top-loading washer. The washer door will start automatically after the set for DELAY WASH. The display will then indicate ...been set delay time has passed. 3 AUTOMATIC LOAD SIZE SENSINg At the beginning of the cycle, the washer tumbles the load and detects the weight of detergent and other status messages for your washer. 3 2 41 5 1 ESTIMATED TIME REMAININg When the START/PAUSE button is locked. NOTE: If...
...detects the wash load (weight) and optimizes the washing time, based on a top-loading washer. 2 CYCLE COMPLETION INDICATOR This portion of the display shows which stage of a top-loading washer. The washer door will start automatically after the set for DELAY WASH. The display will then indicate ...been set delay time has passed. 3 AUTOMATIC LOAD SIZE SENSINg At the beginning of the cycle, the washer tumbles the load and detects the weight of detergent and other status messages for your washer. 3 2 41 5 1 ESTIMATED TIME REMAININg When the START/PAUSE button is locked. NOTE: If...
Owner's Manual
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... START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of a toploading washer. Do not try to drain excess water. The lights around the cycle selector knob will calculate the estimated time remaining. To pause the cycle...Turn the cycle selector knob to the desired cycle. Check under the door seal for that cycle, press the appropriate cycle settings button(s) until the washer has cooled. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is lit. Remove damp clothes...
... START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of a toploading washer. Do not try to drain excess water. The lights around the cycle selector knob will calculate the estimated time remaining. To pause the cycle...Turn the cycle selector knob to the desired cycle. Check under the door seal for that cycle, press the appropriate cycle settings button(s) until the washer has cooled. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is lit. Remove damp clothes...