Preparing Laundry ...................14 Adding Detergents, Softeners and Bleaches..........16 Control Panel ....................18 Programme Table ....................19 Extra Options and Functions ................21 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................25 Smart Diagnosis ....................25 MAINTENANCE Cleaning after Every Wash................26 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............26 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service................30...
global_main.book.book Page 3 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below.
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global_main.book.book Page 4 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. • If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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global_main.book.book Page 5 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets or an extension power cable. • Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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• In case of a water leak from the appliance, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. • Turn off water taps to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur.
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• Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
Accessories *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. *2 This accessory is not included in the product, but you can purchase it from the LG service centre. Door Tempered Glass Cold and Hot Water Inlet Hoses...
Contact your local WARNING authorised LG repairer. • The power plug must be plugged into an • This appliance must only be used for domestic appropriate outlet socket that is installed and...
global_main.book.book Page 11 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Inlet Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap Hoses Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread Before connecting the water inlet hose to the water Screw the hose connector onto the water supply tap, check the hose fitting type and then choose tap.
global_main.book.book Page 12 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM INSTALLATION NOTE NOTE • After completing connection, if water leaks from • The discharge height should be approximately the hose, repeat the same steps. Use the most 90 - 120 cm from the floor. conventional type of tap for the water supply.
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global_main.book.book Page 13 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM INSTALLATION • Do not install the appliance on any elevated surface or platform, as it may become unstable and cause serious injury and damage. • If the appliance is installed on a uneven, weak or tilted floor causing excessive vibration, spin failure or error can occur.
global_main.book.book Page 14 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview End of cycle. • When the cycle is finished, a melody will sound. Immediately remove your clothing Using the Appliance from the appliance to reduce wrinkling. Before the first wash, select the Normal programme and add a half amount of detergent.
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global_main.book.book Page 15 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Checking the Fabric Care Label cause irreparable damage to both your appliance and clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your clothes and how it should be washed. Symbols on the Care Labels Symbol Wash / Fabric type...
global_main.book.book Page 16 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Adding Detergents, CAUTION Softeners and Bleaches • Using liquid detergent without diluting, or leaving laundry for a long time after pouring Detergent Dosage diluted liquid detergent into the drum might cause the clothes to be damaged, bleached, •...
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global_main.book.book Page 17 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Adding Fabric Softeners bleach dispenser . Avoid splashing or overfilling. • Do not add fabric softener over the MAX line. • If the softener is concentrated, then it should be diluted.
global_main.book.book Page 18 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Press & Hold 3 seconds for Extra Function POWER Button • Press this button to turn on or off the appliance. • The appliance automatically turns off once a certain time has passed after the wash has completed. START/PAUSE Button •...
global_main.book.book Page 19 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION - If the display shows , then the time will be displayed after the load sensing has detected the -:-- laundry size. - The time shown is only an estimate. Several external factors (laundry size, room temperature, incoming water temperature, etc.) can affect the actual time.
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global_main.book.book Page 20 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Duvet Description Use this programme to wash a blanket or bedclothes that have the hand wash sign on the care label. • Cashmere bedclothes, acrylic blanket, mixed spinning blanket, woollen blanket, infilling (polyester 101), and bed sheets might be damaged if they are allowed to float.
global_main.book.book Page 21 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Quick Wash Description Use this programme to wash lightly soiled clothes for a short time. • This programme's recommended laundry amount is under 3 kg. Extra Clean Description Use this programme to increase rinsing performance. •...
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global_main.book.book Page 22 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION time may vary due to water temperature, wash NOTE laundry and other factors. • This option is only available on some • Reservation can be made up to 18 hours; programmes.
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global_main.book.book Page 23 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Unlocking the Control Panel Turn on the power. Press and hold the Temp. and Rinse buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate this function. • When this function is deactivated, a beeper will sound and the remaining time for the current cycle will reappear on the display.
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global_main.book.book Page 24 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM OPERATION Manual Washing When you need a rinse and spin, spin only, rinse only or wash only cycle, these can be set manually. Rinse and Spin Spin only Rinse only Wash only Press the POWER button.
Page 25 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided The LG ThinQ application allows you to in the LG ThinQ application.
global_main.book.book Page 26 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. •...
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global_main.book.book Page 27 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM MAINTENANCE Open the dispenser drawer and add anti- Turn off the power and the water tap and then limescale to the main wash compartment. unscrew the water inlet hose. WARNING • Do not add any detergent to the detergent dispenser drawer for this function.
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global_main.book.book Page 28 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter Push down on the release tabs on both sides of the filter cover and pull forward. The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean to ensure smooth running of the appliance.
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global_main.book.book Page 29 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM MAINTENANCE • Securely turn the cap clockwise until it is tight. Turn on the power and check for leaks before repositioning the appliance. CAUTION • Be careful when draining, as any residual water may be hot.
You can remedy most of the problems by yourself, consequently save time and money, since you do not need to call LG Electronics service centre. The following table should assist you by troubleshooting.
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global_main.book.book Page 31 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Foreign objects, such as coins, pins, clips, etc.,are caught between the pulsator and the inner drum. FOREIGN OBJECTS ERROR • Turn off the appliance and then press the POWER button. Press the Spin button without selecting a cycle to drain and spin the laundry.
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global_main.book.book Page 32 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Sensor for clothes-sensing is defective. CLOTHES SENSING • Manually redistribute the laundry if laundry have become tangled. ERROR Motor’s revolution is too low. Contact-point of Connector is defective. •...
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global_main.book.book Page 33 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Operation Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance will not Control panel has powered off due to inactivity. operate. • This is normal. Press the POWER button to turn on the appliance. Appliance is unplugged.
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global_main.book.book Page 34 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water leaking Water inlet hose connection is loose at tap or appliance. • Check hoses for leaks, cracks and splits. • Tighten hose connections. House drain pipes are clogged. •...
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global_main.book.book Page 35 Thursday, August 27, 2020 1:09 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Performance Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Poor stain removal Proper options are not selected. • Heavier soils and tougher stains may require extra cleaning power. Select the Soak option to boost the cleaning power of the selected cycle. Previously set stains.