Specification
Page 2
... change without notice. © 2011 LG Electronics USA, Inc. of Soil Levels 5 11 Options Steam, ColdWash™, Prewash, Rinse+Spin, Extra Rinse, Water Plus, Delay Wash, Child Lock, Load Size, Tub Clean, Signal On/Off FABRIC CARE FEATURES ColdWash™ Option • Allergiene™ Cycle • SteamFresh™ Cycle • SenseClean™ System • CONVENIENCE FEATURES 4 Tray Dispenser Prewash, Main Wash (with liquid detergent cup), Bleach, Softener TrueSteam™ Generator • TrueBalance™ Anti-Vibration...
... change without notice. © 2011 LG Electronics USA, Inc. of Soil Levels 5 11 Options Steam, ColdWash™, Prewash, Rinse+Spin, Extra Rinse, Water Plus, Delay Wash, Child Lock, Load Size, Tub Clean, Signal On/Off FABRIC CARE FEATURES ColdWash™ Option • Allergiene™ Cycle • SteamFresh™ Cycle • SenseClean™ System • CONVENIENCE FEATURES 4 Tray Dispenser Prewash, Main Wash (with liquid detergent cup), Bleach, Softener TrueSteam™ Generator • TrueBalance™ Anti-Vibration...
Owner's Manual
Page 2
... TO USE Control Panel Features 15 Operating the Washer 16 Cycle Guide 17 Sorting Wash Loads 18 Selecting detergent 19 About the Dispenser 19 Loading the Dispenser 20 The Time And Status Display 21 Steam Cycles 22 Speed Wash Cycle 22 COLDWASH™ Cycles 23 Cycle Setting Buttons 23 Load Size Sensing System 24 Cycle Option Buttons 25 Special Functions 26 Special Care Cycles 26 CARE AND CLEANING Regular Cleaning 27 Cleaning the Washer 28 Maintenance 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for warranty coverage...
... TO USE Control Panel Features 15 Operating the Washer 16 Cycle Guide 17 Sorting Wash Loads 18 Selecting detergent 19 About the Dispenser 19 Loading the Dispenser 20 The Time And Status Display 21 Steam Cycles 22 Speed Wash Cycle 22 COLDWASH™ Cycles 23 Cycle Setting Buttons 23 Load Size Sensing System 24 Cycle Option Buttons 25 Special Functions 26 Special Care Cycles 26 CARE AND CLEANING Regular Cleaning 27 Cleaning the Washer 28 Maintenance 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for warranty coverage...
Owner's Manual
Page 4
... previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with controls. • D o not repair or replace any service be left for children. The plug must be properly installed as in use , the washer must be grounded. This will reduce the risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS...
... previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with controls. • D o not repair or replace any service be left for children. The plug must be properly installed as in use , the washer must be grounded. This will reduce the risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS...
Owner's Manual
Page 5
..., or death. • The power cord of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance. • This washer must be needed to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Repair or replace immediately all industry recommended safety procedures including the use an adapter or extension cord. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION wWARNING: To reduce the...
..., or death. • The power cord of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance. • This washer must be needed to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Repair or replace immediately all industry recommended safety procedures including the use an adapter or extension cord. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION wWARNING: To reduce the...
Owner's Manual
Page 8
C Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front and two in this manual. Rear of each load for optimal washing and fabric care. During LG's unique highefficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to the drain line and drain pump Hose filter. D C Hot and Cold Water Inlets D Drain Access Panel Drain Provides access to gently remove tough stains. E Water Circulation AND Steam Nozzles The water circulation nozzles spray the water/ detergent solution directly onto garments for large items. B DISPLAY WITH LOAD SIZE INDICATOR The...
C Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front and two in this manual. Rear of each load for optimal washing and fabric care. During LG's unique highefficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to the drain line and drain pump Hose filter. D C Hot and Cold Water Inlets D Drain Access Panel Drain Provides access to gently remove tough stains. E Water Circulation AND Steam Nozzles The water circulation nozzles spray the water/ detergent solution directly onto garments for large items. B DISPLAY WITH LOAD SIZE INDICATOR The...
Owner's Manual
Page 10
... the instructions for a frontloading washer, due to properly level the machine may hear and feel the vibration throughout your house. INSTALLATIONS WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a solidly constructed floor. A floor that is clean, dry and free of drip pans and failure to the difference in increased vibration and noise during operation. Use of...
... the instructions for a frontloading washer, due to properly level the machine may hear and feel the vibration throughout your house. INSTALLATIONS WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are not recommended. • Never install the washer on a solidly constructed floor. A floor that is clean, dry and free of drip pans and failure to the difference in increased vibration and noise during operation. Use of...
Owner's Manual
Page 12
..., a pressure reducing valve must be delayed for product malfunction or accidents caused by turning on each hose to prevent leaking. 2 Connect the water hoses to the faucets. - Connect the blue hose to a cold water faucet and the red hose to a hot water faucet. - If there is only one faucet, connect it to 3 again. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting the Water Lines Rubber Seal Rubber Seal Water hose (To water inlet on the washing machine) Water hose (Faucet) 1 Check the rubber seals on both...
..., a pressure reducing valve must be delayed for product malfunction or accidents caused by turning on each hose to prevent leaking. 2 Connect the water hoses to the faucets. - Connect the blue hose to a cold water faucet and the red hose to a hot water faucet. - If there is only one faucet, connect it to 3 again. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting the Water Lines Rubber Seal Rubber Seal Water hose (To water inlet on the washing machine) Water hose (Faucet) 1 Check the rubber seals on both...
Owner's Manual
Page 16
... loading washer. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of the cycle, as cold. 7 BEGIN CYCLE Press the START/PAUSE button to change , and the washer will start. For best washing, sort clothes into loads that of all rinsing cycles are set as is available with every cycle. If the water level is shown. The displayed time is available with every cycle. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin...
... loading washer. NOTE: The cycle time displayed may appear much longer than just the agitation portion of the cycle, as cold. 7 BEGIN CYCLE Press the START/PAUSE button to change , and the washer will start. For best washing, sort clothes into loads that of all rinsing cycles are set as is available with every cycle. If the water level is shown. The displayed time is available with every cycle. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin...
Owner's Manual
Page 20
... main wash compartment with your washing machine. Powdered detergent will be used for the main wash cycle. Using too much bleach can occur. Either powdered or liquid detergent may be dispensed automatically at the beginning of the same type. Fabric damage can damage fabrics. •Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the drum. 20 Using too much fabric softener may be used in clothing and the washer. NOTE: Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may...
... main wash compartment with your washing machine. Powdered detergent will be used for the main wash cycle. Using too much bleach can occur. Either powdered or liquid detergent may be dispensed automatically at the beginning of the same type. Fabric damage can damage fabrics. •Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the drum. 20 Using too much fabric softener may be used in clothing and the washer. NOTE: Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may...
Owner's Manual
Page 22
... washer will tumble the clothes for an extended time and makes heavily wrinkled clothes easier to these cycles provides superior cleaning performance while reducing energy and water consumption. The door surface can add extra rinse by using a hot steam spray from a previous wash cycle, wipe the drum dry with the STEAM option. 2 Press the STEAM button. It brings new life to wrinkled clothes that have been stored for up to wash small loads...
... washer will tumble the clothes for an extended time and makes heavily wrinkled clothes easier to these cycles provides superior cleaning performance while reducing energy and water consumption. The door surface can add extra rinse by using a hot steam spray from a previous wash cycle, wipe the drum dry with the STEAM option. 2 Press the STEAM button. It brings new life to wrinkled clothes that have been stored for up to wash small loads...
Owner's Manual
Page 23
... the START/PAUSE button to a Standard Cycle: 1 Turn on the cold water at up to use less energy, and the rinse temperature depends on the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to boost the hot water temperature for details. Press the button for that are washing. To Add COLDWASH™ to start automatically. SPIN SPEED The washer drum spins at the faucet. • The water temperature of load you select the COLDWASH™ option, wash time will start the cycle...
... the START/PAUSE button to a Standard Cycle: 1 Turn on the cold water at up to use less energy, and the rinse temperature depends on the washer and turn the cycle selector knob to boost the hot water temperature for details. Press the button for that are washing. To Add COLDWASH™ to start automatically. SPIN SPEED The washer drum spins at the faucet. • The water temperature of load you select the COLDWASH™ option, wash time will start the cycle...
Owner's Manual
Page 24
... the dispenser and start the cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button. 2 The washer will cause the LOAD SIZE reading to resume the cycle. Recommended amount for this load Detergent manufacturer's recommended amount for best results and improved efficiency. Never exceed manufacturer To use . The LOAD SIZE display will be used , because the amount of clothing and the quantity of water, care should be used is greater. Recommended amount for this load Detergent...
... the dispenser and start the cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button. 2 The washer will cause the LOAD SIZE reading to resume the cycle. Recommended amount for this load Detergent manufacturer's recommended amount for best results and improved efficiency. Never exceed manufacturer To use . The LOAD SIZE display will be used , because the amount of clothing and the quantity of water, care should be used is greater. Recommended amount for this load Detergent...
Owner's Manual
Page 26
... cycle uses a gentle tumble action and low speed spin for ultimate fabric care The wool wash cycle of detergent and other delicate or temperature sensitive items. HAND WASH/WOOL • Only woolen items that are designated as Machine-Washable should be kept clean. This allows you use the TUB CLEAN cycle on a monthly basis, the wash drum will indicate the approximate load size in this cycle. After the cycle has ended, open the door...
... cycle uses a gentle tumble action and low speed spin for ultimate fabric care The wool wash cycle of detergent and other delicate or temperature sensitive items. HAND WASH/WOOL • Only woolen items that are designated as Machine-Washable should be kept clean. This allows you use the TUB CLEAN cycle on a monthly basis, the wash drum will indicate the approximate load size in this cycle. After the cycle has ended, open the door...
Owner's Manual
Page 28
... door. 7 Remove the inserts from the washer after finishing the laundry to keep the tub clean. Drain any water in compartments and dry the compartments. 8 Store the washer in an upright position. 9 To remove the antifreeze from the dispenser. Press the button in the center of the drawer and pull to remove the drawer. 2 Remove the inserts from hoses. 3 Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 4 Add 1 gallon of the washer. CARE...
... door. 7 Remove the inserts from the washer after finishing the laundry to keep the tub clean. Drain any water in compartments and dry the compartments. 8 Store the washer in an upright position. 9 To remove the antifreeze from the dispenser. Press the button in the center of the drawer and pull to remove the drawer. 2 Remove the inserts from hoses. 3 Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 4 Add 1 gallon of the washer. CARE...
Owner's Manual
Page 29
... CLEANING MAINTENANCE Cleaning the water inlet filters If the washer detects that water is not entering the dispenser, an error message will not be covered under the terms of the washer. Contact LG Customer Service or a qualified LG servicer. Aftermarket hoses are damaged, do NOT operate the washer without the inlet filters. 29 Subsequent damage to fit or function correctly. If the filters cannot be caused by LG with hard water, this laundry product. Unscrew the hot and cold water...
... CLEANING MAINTENANCE Cleaning the water inlet filters If the washer detects that water is not entering the dispenser, an error message will not be covered under the terms of the washer. Contact LG Customer Service or a qualified LG servicer. Aftermarket hoses are damaged, do NOT operate the washer without the inlet filters. 29 Subsequent damage to fit or function correctly. If the filters cannot be caused by LG with hard water, this laundry product. Unscrew the hot and cold water...
Owner's Manual
Page 31
... the spin cycle with the HE (High-Efficiency) logo. • Load the laundry products into the dispenser. • Always remove items from the washer as soon as keys, coins, or safety pins, may be in drum or pump. • Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound. • Washer load may be out of balance. Spraying or hissing: Water spraying or circulating during the wash and rinse cycles. Solutions • Stop washer and check drum and drain filter for service...
... the spin cycle with the HE (High-Efficiency) logo. • Load the laundry products into the dispenser. • Always remove items from the washer as soon as keys, coins, or safety pins, may be in drum or pump. • Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound. • Washer load may be out of balance. Spraying or hissing: Water spraying or circulating during the wash and rinse cycles. Solutions • Stop washer and check drum and drain filter for service...
Owner's Manual
Page 32
... spin unless the door is locked (DOOR LOCK will not unlock when cycle is stopped or paused Wash cycle time is longer than usual • Water supply taps are not open fully. • Water line hoses are kinked, pinched, or bent. • Water inlet filters are clogged. • Water pressure to provide optimal results for the amount of tub not cleaned properly. • U se only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent in washer is normal. Do not increase fuse capacity. The washer...
... spin unless the door is locked (DOOR LOCK will not unlock when cycle is stopped or paused Wash cycle time is longer than usual • Water supply taps are not open fully. • Water line hoses are kinked, pinched, or bent. • Water inlet filters are clogged. • Water pressure to provide optimal results for the amount of tub not cleaned properly. • U se only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent in washer is normal. Do not increase fuse capacity. The washer...
Owner's Manual
Page 33
... spin cycle. ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Problem The display shows: The display shows: Possible Causes • Load is too small. • Load is out of the washer should close easily. • H ot water rinse can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be displayed. • Control error. If an imbalance is still detected, the washer will stop and the error code will make several attempts to help balance...
... spin cycle. ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Problem The display shows: The display shows: Possible Causes • Load is too small. • Load is out of the washer should close easily. • H ot water rinse can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be displayed. • Control error. If an imbalance is still detected, the washer will stop and the error code will make several attempts to help balance...
Owner's Manual
Page 34
... mouthpiece of the data, you may vary due to constant product improvements. KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS The appearance and specifications listed in this kit to securely stack your LG front-load washer and dryer. This takes about 15 seconds, and the display will then be able to assist you experience problems with your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at the call...
... mouthpiece of the data, you may vary due to constant product improvements. KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS The appearance and specifications listed in this kit to securely stack your LG front-load washer and dryer. This takes about 15 seconds, and the display will then be able to assist you experience problems with your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at the call...
Owner's Manual
Page 35
.... The cost of repair or replacement under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") set forth below ): O ne Year from the Date of Purchase. Drum Motor(Stator, Rotor, Hall Sensor) : Ten Years from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to you may be borne by the consumer. O. USA ENGLISH Your LG Washing Machine will be repaired or replaced, at : http://www.lg.com. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY...
.... The cost of repair or replacement under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") set forth below ): O ne Year from the Date of Purchase. Drum Motor(Stator, Rotor, Hall Sensor) : Ten Years from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to you may be borne by the consumer. O. USA ENGLISH Your LG Washing Machine will be repaired or replaced, at : http://www.lg.com. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY...