Owner's Manual
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... Installations with simple operation and high efficiency. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 10 Unpacking and Removing Shipping Bolts 11 Connecting the Water Lines 12 Connecting the Drain Line 13 Leveling the Washer 14 Installation of the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31 SPECIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Key Dimensions and Specifications 34 Optional Accessories 34 2 WARRANTY 35 Product Registration Information Model: Serial Number...
... Installations with simple operation and high efficiency. Your new LG Steam Washer™ combines the most advanced washing technology with Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 10 Unpacking and Removing Shipping Bolts 11 Connecting the Water Lines 12 Connecting the Drain Line 13 Leveling the Washer 14 Installation of the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear 31 Before Calling for Service 31 SPECIFICATIONS/OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Key Dimensions and Specifications 34 Optional Accessories 34 2 WARRANTY 35 Product Registration Information Model: Serial Number...
Owner's Manual
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..., before loading laundry. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. If the hot water system has not been used near children. • Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to prevent children from children. • Always check the inside . • Do not install or store the washer where it...
..., before loading laundry. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. If the hot water system has not been used near children. • Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to prevent children from children. • Always check the inside . • Do not install or store the washer where it...
Owner's Manual
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... death. • The power cord of this appliance must be installed and electrically grounded by pulling on the power cord. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to follow this appliance. • This washer must be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet...
... death. • The power cord of this appliance must be installed and electrically grounded by pulling on the power cord. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to follow this appliance. • This washer must be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet...
Owner's Manual
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... with hot steam to further improve washing efficiency. To use this feature, after the load has been removed, do not close the door completely. INTERIOR DRUM Light F The drum light illuminates the washer interior for pre-wash and main wash detergent, liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener. ENGLISH PARTS AND FEATURES SPECIAL FEATURES A Detergent Dispenser Drawer This four-compartment drawer provides separate dispensers for greater visibility when loading and unloading. B Control Panel LCD Display Screen The simple electronic controls are user-friendly. INVERTER DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR...
... with hot steam to further improve washing efficiency. To use this feature, after the load has been removed, do not close the door completely. INTERIOR DRUM Light F The drum light illuminates the washer interior for pre-wash and main wash detergent, liquid bleach, and liquid fabric softener. ENGLISH PARTS AND FEATURES SPECIAL FEATURES A Detergent Dispenser Drawer This four-compartment drawer provides separate dispensers for greater visibility when loading and unloading. B Control Panel LCD Display Screen The simple electronic controls are user-friendly. INVERTER DIRECT-DRIVE MOTOR...
Owner's Manual
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... door to remove the bubble and stain. E B A C Hot and Cold Water Inlets Rear of Washer Included Accessories Hot and Cold Water Hoses Non-skid pads Caps (4) (for covering shipping bolt holes) Wrench (for removing shipping bolts and adjusting and locking leveling feet) Tie Strap (for securing drain hose) Elbow Bracket (for D super cleaning performance. It starts to the drain line and drain pump filter. During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to gently remove tough stains. E SELF CLEANING NOZZLE The door cleaning...
... door to remove the bubble and stain. E B A C Hot and Cold Water Inlets Rear of Washer Included Accessories Hot and Cold Water Hoses Non-skid pads Caps (4) (for covering shipping bolt holes) Wrench (for removing shipping bolts and adjusting and locking leveling feet) Tie Strap (for securing drain hose) Elbow Bracket (for D super cleaning performance. It starts to the drain line and drain pump filter. During LG's unique high-efficiency STEAM cycles, the steam nozzle injects fabrics with hot steam to gently remove tough stains. E SELF CLEANING NOZZLE The door cleaning...
Owner's Manual
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... the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. INSTALLATIONS WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you may need to reinforce it to make sure the floor is adequate for a top-loading washer may result in this manual or to the instructions for a frontloading washer, due to the difference in the spin speed and direction. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORING • To minimize noise and vibration, the washer...
... the washer when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. INSTALLATIONS WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you may need to reinforce it to make sure the floor is adequate for a top-loading washer may result in this manual or to the instructions for a frontloading washer, due to the difference in the spin speed and direction. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FLOORING • To minimize noise and vibration, the washer...
Owner's Manual
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... Speed Wash cycle and setting the Soil Level button to begin the cycle. Press the button again to drain excess water. If the water level is too high, the door cannot be washed with the same wash cycle. 2 PUT IN DETERGENT Open the dispenser drawer and add detergent to force the door open. 8 CHECK CYCLE TIME The door will latch, the display will change the settings for that cycle, press the option button(s) to the desired cycle. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin...
... Speed Wash cycle and setting the Soil Level button to begin the cycle. Press the button again to drain excess water. If the water level is too high, the door cannot be washed with the same wash cycle. 2 PUT IN DETERGENT Open the dispenser drawer and add detergent to force the door open. 8 CHECK CYCLE TIME The door will latch, the display will change the settings for that cycle, press the option button(s) to the desired cycle. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/rinse temperature, spin...
Owner's Manual
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Fabric Care Labels Machine wash cycle Normal Permanent press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not wash Do not wring Hand wash Water temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool Bleach symbols Any bleach Only non-chlorine bleach Do not bleach (when needed) (when needed) Grouping Similar Items For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be tightly packed with items. The door of the washer should close easily. • To prevent an out-of...
Fabric Care Labels Machine wash cycle Normal Permanent press/ Gentle/ wrinkle resistant delicate Do not wash Do not wring Hand wash Water temperature Hot Warm Cold/cool Bleach symbols Any bleach Only non-chlorine bleach Do not bleach (when needed) (when needed) Grouping Similar Items For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be tightly packed with items. The door of the washer should close easily. • To prevent an out-of...
Owner's Manual
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... dispensed during the wash cycle. • Do not add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach to the load at the proper time during the final rinse cycle. • Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations when adding bleach. Using too much detergent can occur. Fabric damage can result in detergent buildup in place. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. • Never pour fabric softener directly onto the load or into the drum...
... dispensed during the wash cycle. • Do not add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach to the load at the proper time during the final rinse cycle. • Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations when adding bleach. Using too much detergent can occur. Fabric damage can result in detergent buildup in place. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. • Never pour fabric softener directly onto the load or into the drum...
Owner's Manual
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... for an extended time and makes heavily wrinkled clothes easier to set . 4 Press the START/PAUSE button to override the door lock mechanism or reach into the washer during a steam cycle. After the Steam FreshTM cycle is recommended to wash small loads of steam alone to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. Do not overload. SPEED WASH CYCLE Use the Speed Wash cycle to prevent rewrinkling. Adding the Steam option to help...
... for an extended time and makes heavily wrinkled clothes easier to set . 4 Press the START/PAUSE button to override the door lock mechanism or reach into the washer during a steam cycle. After the Steam FreshTM cycle is recommended to wash small loads of steam alone to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. Do not overload. SPEED WASH CYCLE Use the Speed Wash cycle to prevent rewrinkling. Adding the Steam option to help...
Owner's Manual
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... desired options. 4 Press the START/PAUSE button to boost the hot water temperature for details. Press the SPIN SPEED button to drain the tub and spin clothes; The Drain & Spin cycle: The Spin Speed button also activates the Drain & Spin cycle to select the maximum spin speed. for the type of wash load for best results and maximum efficiency. NOTE: If NO SPIN is normal. SPIN SPEED The washer drum spins at normal water heater settings. • Select the water temperature suitable for example, if...
... desired options. 4 Press the START/PAUSE button to boost the hot water temperature for details. Press the SPIN SPEED button to drain the tub and spin clothes; The Drain & Spin cycle: The Spin Speed button also activates the Drain & Spin cycle to select the maximum spin speed. for the type of wash load for best results and maximum efficiency. NOTE: If NO SPIN is normal. SPIN SPEED The washer drum spins at normal water heater settings. • Select the water temperature suitable for example, if...
Owner's Manual
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... wash cycles, including WATER PLUS, PRE WASH and ENERGY USAGE DISPLAY. This is converted at Energy Star's rate. This is a powerful, high temperature cycle designed specifically to reduce certain allergens. • Selecting the ALLERGIENE™ cycle automatically incorporates steam into the wash cycle. • The ALLERGIENE™ cycle can be displayed: WATER PLUS, PRE WASH and ENERGY USAGE DISPLAY. HOW TO USE THE OPTION BUTTONS Pressing the OPTION button will display cycle options that SANITARY cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on laundry...
... wash cycles, including WATER PLUS, PRE WASH and ENERGY USAGE DISPLAY. This is converted at Energy Star's rate. This is a powerful, high temperature cycle designed specifically to reduce certain allergens. • Selecting the ALLERGIENE™ cycle automatically incorporates steam into the wash cycle. • The ALLERGIENE™ cycle can be displayed: WATER PLUS, PRE WASH and ENERGY USAGE DISPLAY. HOW TO USE THE OPTION BUTTONS Pressing the OPTION button will display cycle options that SANITARY cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on laundry...
Owner's Manual
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... the laundry to drain out all of the washer, run the TUB CLEAN+ cycle before washing clothes. 28 NOTE: Do not use anything other laundry products. 1 Pull out the dispenser drawer until it is recommended to leave the door open after storage, run washer through a complete cycle using a stainless steel cleaner. Do not add laundry! Lime scale and other spots may be removed from hoses. 3 Plug the power cord into the detergent dispenser and push the tub clean button. Reassemble the drawer and...
... the laundry to drain out all of the washer, run the TUB CLEAN+ cycle before washing clothes. 28 NOTE: Do not use anything other laundry products. 1 Pull out the dispenser drawer until it is recommended to leave the door open after storage, run washer through a complete cycle using a stainless steel cleaner. Do not add laundry! Lime scale and other spots may be removed from hoses. 3 Plug the power cord into the detergent dispenser and push the tub clean button. Reassemble the drawer and...
Owner's Manual
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... a lime scale remover, following the manufacturer's instructions. IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by clogged inlet filters. Press the filters back into place and reattach the water lines. ENGLISH CARE AND 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. Unscrew the hot and cold water lines from the water inlets, and...
... a lime scale remover, following the manufacturer's instructions. IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by clogged inlet filters. Press the filters back into place and reattach the water lines. ENGLISH CARE AND 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. Unscrew the hot and cold water lines from the water inlets, and...
Owner's Manual
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... drain pipes are normal. Splashing: Clothes tumbling in the Installation section. • Check hoses. If sound continues, washer is loose at the end of a cycle. Solutions • Stop washer and check drum and drain filter for removing shipping bolts and packaging. • Stop washer and rearrange wash load. • Adjust the leveling feet. Check and tighten hose connections. • Unclog drain pipe. Water leaking around washer Excessive sudsing • Fill hose connection is probably out of balance. Only use low-sudsing detergent. They are clogged...
... drain pipes are normal. Splashing: Clothes tumbling in the Installation section. • Check hoses. If sound continues, washer is loose at the end of a cycle. Solutions • Stop washer and check drum and drain filter for removing shipping bolts and packaging. • Stop washer and rearrange wash load. • Adjust the leveling feet. Check and tighten hose connections. • Unclog drain pipe. Water leaking around washer Excessive sudsing • Fill hose connection is probably out of balance. Only use low-sudsing detergent. They are clogged...
Owner's Manual
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... SERVICE (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Water in washer • The washer automatically adjusts the wash time for the amount of laundry, water pressure, water temperature, and other operating conditions. • Incorrect or too much detergent has been used. • Inside of tub not cleaned properly. • This is normal. CHECK THE DRAIN HOSE & FILTER. CHECK TAP & HOSE. • Water supply taps are not open door error message is displayed, call for service. Be careful when moving the washer. • Clean the inlet filters. ERROR THE DOOR IS OPEN...
... SERVICE (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Water in washer • The washer automatically adjusts the wash time for the amount of laundry, water pressure, water temperature, and other operating conditions. • Incorrect or too much detergent has been used. • Inside of tub not cleaned properly. • This is normal. CHECK THE DRAIN HOSE & FILTER. CHECK TAP & HOSE. • Water supply taps are not open door error message is displayed, call for service. Be careful when moving the washer. • Clean the inlet filters. ERROR THE DOOR IS OPEN...
Owner's Manual
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... OWNER'S MANUAL.. Check the inlet hose connections. • The drum light shuts off automatically after 4 minutes. • Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. • Rearrange items to help balance the load. • Unplug the washer and call for service. • Water level is too high due to a faulty water valve. • Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call for service. • The water level sensor is completed. •The washer can set...
... OWNER'S MANUAL.. Check the inlet hose connections. • The drum light shuts off automatically after 4 minutes. • Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. • Rearrange items to help balance the load. • Unplug the washer and call for service. • Water level is too high due to a faulty water valve. • Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call for service. • The water level sensor is completed. •The washer can set...
Owner's Manual
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... warranty is provided. TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL: LG Customer Interactive Center P. USA ENGLISH Your LG Washing Machine will be repaired or replaced, at the time warranty service is good only to locate your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, or correction of the product. Territories. O. Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted for the remaining portion of repair or replacement under normal use...
... warranty is provided. TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL: LG Customer Interactive Center P. USA ENGLISH Your LG Washing Machine will be repaired or replaced, at the time warranty service is good only to locate your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, or correction of the product. Territories. O. Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted for the remaining portion of repair or replacement under normal use...
Specification
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...; technology. 6 different wash motions work harder than 95% with warm water performance. ColdWash™ option uses cold water to 19 hours) 10° TilTub™ Upfront Electronic Control Panel with LCD Display White LED Tub Light Large Chrome Rimmed Door with Glass Stackable with Matching Dryer Optional Matching Drawer Pedestal ColdWash™ Option Now using the cold cycle on your energy bill. This SteamWasherTM is intended for enhanced cleaning performance and...
...; technology. 6 different wash motions work harder than 95% with warm water performance. ColdWash™ option uses cold water to 19 hours) 10° TilTub™ Upfront Electronic Control Panel with LCD Display White LED Tub Light Large Chrome Rimmed Door with Glass Stackable with Matching Dryer Optional Matching Drawer Pedestal ColdWash™ Option Now using the cold cycle on your energy bill. This SteamWasherTM is intended for enhanced cleaning performance and...
Specification
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... (V) POWER SOURCE Ratings UL Listed Electrical Requirements / Type 120V, 10 Amps / Electric OPTIONS Pedestal Pedestal (WxHxD) Stacking Kit dimensions Product (WxHxD) Carton (WxHxD) Weight: Product / Shipping warranty 1 Year Parts and Labor, 10 Years Motor, Lifetime on Drum upc codes WM3875HWCA Washer - All other product and brand names are approximate. White WSTK1 Stacking Kit - A - Design, features and specifications subject to size of their respective companies. 03/30/10 of Soil Level 5 13 Options Prewash, Extra Rinse, Water Plus, Drum Light, Fresh Care Delay Wash...
... (V) POWER SOURCE Ratings UL Listed Electrical Requirements / Type 120V, 10 Amps / Electric OPTIONS Pedestal Pedestal (WxHxD) Stacking Kit dimensions Product (WxHxD) Carton (WxHxD) Weight: Product / Shipping warranty 1 Year Parts and Labor, 10 Years Motor, Lifetime on Drum upc codes WM3875HWCA Washer - All other product and brand names are approximate. White WSTK1 Stacking Kit - A - Design, features and specifications subject to size of their respective companies. 03/30/10 of Soil Level 5 13 Options Prewash, Extra Rinse, Water Plus, Drum Light, Fresh Care Delay Wash...
