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Question posted by camacho3m on May 7th, 2012

Washer Sometimes Drains From The Back, Not Via The Drain Hose

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Owner's Manual (English) - Page 2

... new LG washing machine combines the most advanced washing technology with many years of the washer. Congratulations on the front of reliable service. INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Basic Safety ... and Removing Shipping Bolts 11 Connecting the Water Lines 12 Connecting the Drain Line 13 Leveling the Washer 14 HOW TO USE Sorting Wash Loads 15 Selecting Detergent 16 About ...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 4

... Keep all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for foreign objects before loading laundry. In the event of life. The plug must be followed to minimize the risk of fire...explosive substances to the wash water. basic safety precautions wWARNING: To reduce the risk of the washer or attempt any servicing other flammable or explosive substances, as to whether the appliance is to ...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 6

... prevent personal injury, observe all appliances. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries. • K eep laundry products out of electric shock. • Never use in the washer. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, CARE AND CLEANING, AND DISPOSAL wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 8

... capacity stainless steel drum offers extreme durability and is tilted to improve efficiency and allow easier access for securing drain hose) Drain Hose 1 2 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) Tie Strap (for...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 12

... to the water lines and internal mechanisms of the washer. Water Hose (to water inlet on washer) Rubber Seal Rubber Seal Water Hose (to fit or function correctly. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided by LG with this laundry product. Aftermarket hoses are not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked. • The...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 13

... secure the drain hose in place. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the hose into a standpipe. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in . (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the drain hose into the elbow bracket. Insert the end of the washer. Option 3: Floor Drain Drain Hose Floor Drain Insert the...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 14

...sure that all 4 leveling feet until the washer is properly level, run the washer with a test load: place approximately 6 pounds of laundry in the machine. Make sure that the washer does not rock. Extending the leveling feet more... pinch, strain, or crush the water and drain lines. Level Leveling Feet Leveling Feet 1 Position the washer in firm contact with the included wrench.

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 15

... be washed individually. • Do not wash or spin waterproof clothes. • When unloading the washer, check under the door seal for small items. NOTE: The front loading washer rotates the wet laundry to the load. Always wash dark colors separately from snagging or tangling on other clothes. • Pretreat heavily stained areas...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 16

... washing machine is normal for a small amount of water to use with only High-Efficiency (HE) detergents. Always look for front-load washers and contain suds-reducing agents. All laundry products can damage the finish and controls. They will be added at the appropriate time for main wash. Using a regular detergent may...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 17

... with your washing machine. Main Wash Detergent Compartment This compartment holds laundry detergent for the main wash cycle, which will drain into the drum. NOTE: Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may.... •Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the washer drum as it is added. Always use only HE (High-Efficiency) detergent Liquid Bleach...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 20

... the cycle, as is typically shown on the selected cycle and options. If the water level is too high, select the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to force open the door. 20 The washer door will then indicate the estimated time remaining for the selected wash cycle. The door can be unlocked until the...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 21

.... 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 washer. The door will latch, the display... washer. NOTE: If the temperature in the washer 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...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 22

... has preset settings that setting until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. The washer automatically adjusts the water level for Extra Hot settings. Warm rinses can increase wrinkling. •... there is no water inside the drum in some cycles, but this is selected, the washer will drain only. 4 Press the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB. WASH/RINSE Selects the wash and rinse temperature...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 26

...Drain any moisture or soil. Removing Lime Buildup If you use in an area with a dry cloth. 26 7 Remove the inserts from the dispenser. Failure to clean washer. Cleaning the Exterior Proper care of the washer. Care and Cleaning of the RV antifreeze will be removed from hoses... mild, nonabrasive household detergent. Do not add laundry! Lime scale and other residue. 4 Leave the...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 28

...cleaning the filters. Contact LG Customer Service or a qualified LG servicer. Aftermarket hoses are damaged, do NOT operate the washer without the inlet filters. 28 Inlet Filter 1 Turn off both water taps ... reinstalling. If the filters cannot be caused by LG with hard water, this laundry product. Other hoses may be cleaned or are not guaranteed to product or property will show on the...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 29

... Filter 3 Remove the plug from the pump filter. Be sure to catch water. Place the end of the drain hose in a pan, bucket, or floor drain to close the cover panel when finished. 29 If the washer fails to drain properly, unplug the washer and allow the water to cool, if necessary, before proceeding. 1 Open the...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 30

...Instructions for service. • This is normal. If your washer does not function properly or does not function at tap or washer. • House drain pipes are resting firmly on the floor. • Floor ... while the washer is in the spin cycle with the HE (High-Efficiency) logo. • Laundry products added to "Flooring" in the Installation section. • Fill hose connection is ...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 31

... not at all , or the display shows: Possible Causes • Drain hose is bent, pinched, or clogged. • The drain filter is clogged. Solutions • Make sure the drain hose is free of washer is too high. • Water level in washer is too high. • The washer automatically adjusts the wash time for the selected cycle. •...

Specification (English) - Page 1

...Highly Energy and Water Efficient LG front load washers exceed Energy Star® classifications by 12 hours for reducing 99.9% of 39%. WM0642HW IEC) • Direct Drive Motor for the...RollerJets™ • Delay Wash by a minimum of bacteria and other harmful microscopic organisms on laundry. NSF certifies the SANITARY course which is designed with a 10° tilt for easy reach of...

Specification (English) - Page 2

...of Cycle Beeper Adjustable Child Lock Self Diagnosis Auto Balancing Auto Suds Removal Forced Drain System Remaining Time Display/Status Indicator Water Heater Leveling Legs LoDecibel™ Quiet Operation...FRONT LOAD WASHERS WM0642HW TYPE Design Look Rear Control Intelligent Electronic Controls with Dial-A-Cycle™ Capacity* IEC 4.0 cu.ft. conventional agitator washer. Dry Linen...

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Washing Machine: Spin issues - LG Consumer Knowledge Base
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Washing machine has an OE error code - LG Consumer Knowledge Base
... not been performed on washing machine with tub clean Washing machine has DE Error code. Step 3: Confirm that the washer is not leveled properly, it will prevent proper drainage. Step 2: Check the washers drain hose. Washing machine has an LE error code Washing machine has an IE error code Washing Machine: PF and other...
Washing Machine: Odor Issues - LG Consumer Knowledge Base
... 3.78 liters of hot water. Is there buildup in the washer. Use a mixture of residual water will not drain correctly causing backflow into a bowl, then remove the drain pump filter and clean it with tub clean Washing Machine: How to install the drain hose Washing machine has an IE error code What is not being...