WASHING MACHINE Please Read This Manual Carefully Before Operating Your Washing Machine and Retain It for Future Reference

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OWNER’S MANUAL WASHING MACHINE Please read this manual carefully before operating your washing machine and retain it for future reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Basic safety precautions...... 3-4 Grounding instructions...... 4 Safety instructions for installation...... 5 THANK YOU! Safety instructions for use, care and cleaning, and disposal...... 6 Congratulations on your purchase

PARTS AND FEATURES and welcome to the LG family. Special Features...... 7 Key Parts and Components...... 8 Your new LG washing machine

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS combines the most advanced Choose the Proper Location...... 9 Flooring...... 9 washing technology with simple Clearances...... 9 Unpack the Washer...... 10 operation and high efficiency. Connecting the Water Lines...... 11 Connecting the Drain Line...... 11-12 Leveling the Washer...... 12 Follow the operating and care Connect to the Power Supply...... 12 instructions in this manual, and your HOW TO USE Control Panel Features...... 13 washer will provide many years of Operating the Washer...... 14 Cycle Guide...... 15 reliable service. Sorting Wash Loads...... 1 6 Selecting Detergent...... 17 About the Dispenser...... 17 Loading the Dispenser...... 18 The LED Display...... 19 Cycle Modifier Buttons...... 20-21 Cycle Option Buttons ...... 22-23

CARE AND CLEANING Regular Cleaning...... 24-25 Maintenance...... 25 Cleaning the Washer...... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING Normal Sounds You May Hear...... 27 Before Calling for Service...... 27-31

SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions and Specifications...... 32

WARRANTY...... 33

2 ENGLISH 3 For your safety, the information in this manual must be the information in this For your safety, You can be killed You or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY IMPORTANT You can be killed You or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions. Your safety and the safety of others is very important. and the safety of others safety Your This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. DANGER: WARNING: WARNING All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. These words mean: w w We have provided We many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of and tell injury, you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. w w followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent electric shock, or to prevent or explosion, the risk of fire followed to minimize or loss of life. injury, damage, personal property READ READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. basic safety precautions

wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.

• Before use, the washer must be properly installed as • Do not tamper with controls. described in this manual. • Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or • Do not wash articles that have been previously attempt any servicing other than as described in this cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with manual. We strongly recommend that any service be gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable performed by a qualified individual. or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that • See Installation Instructions for grounding could ignite or explode. requirements. • Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other • ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions flammable or explosive substances to the wash supplied by the garment manufacturer. water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your washer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may • Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a produced in a hot water system that has not been load to catch fire. used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been • Use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static used for such a period, before using the washer, only as recommended by the manufacturer. turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow • This washer is not designed for maritime use or for from each for several minutes. This will release any mobile installations such as in RVs, aircraft, etc. accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, • Turn off the water taps and unplug the washer if the do not smoke or use an open flame during this time. machine is to be left for an extended period of time, • Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. such as during vacations. Close supervision of children is necessary when the • Packaging material can be dangerous for children. washer is used near children. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging • Before the washer is removed from service or from children. discarded, remove the lid to prevent children from • Always check the inside of the washer for foreign climbing inside. objects before loading laundry. Keep the lid closed • Do not install or store the washer where it will be when not in use. exposed to the weather or freezing temperatures. • Do not reach into the washer while parts are moving.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

wWARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Failure to follow these warnings can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. 4 ENGLISH 5 The washer should always be plugged into its The washer should always be plugged has a own individual electrical outlet which plate. This voltage rating that matches the rating the best performance and also prevents provides cause which could overloading house wiring circuits overheated wires. from hazard a fire on the Never unplug your washer by pulling Always grip plug firmly and pull straight power cord. to follow this warning can the outlet. Failure out from electrical shock, or death. fire, cause serious injury, immediately all power cords Repair or replace damaged. that have become frayed or otherwise that shows cracks or abrasion Do not use a cord end. Failure damage along its length or at either fire, to follow this warning serious injury, can cause electrical shock, or death. be careful When installing or moving the washer, power cord. not to pinch, crush, or damage the to follow this warning serious Failure can cause electrical shock, or death. fire, injury, electrically The washer must be installed and by a qualified service person in grounded shock with local codes to prevent accordance stability during operation. assure and hazard people may or more Two The washer is heavy. be needed to install and move the appliance. in back or other injury. do so can result to Failure it will not install the washer where and Store or below freezing be exposed to temperatures to exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Failure follow this warning can cause serious leak damage. Do not install the washer in humid spaces to follow to risk of electric shock. Failure the reduce electrical fire, this warning can cause serious injury, shock, or death. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to to adhere injury, the risk of personal reduce To safety procedures all industry recommended including the use of long sleeved gloves and follow all of the safety to safety glasses. Failure warnings in property in this manual could result damage, personal injury or death. • • • • • • • • • s ’ 120V AC, 60Hz To reduce the risk of To fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this For your safety, the information in this manual must be the information in this For your safety, IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY IMPORTANT WARNING WARNING: This washer must be plugged into a This washer must be plugged into The power cord of this appliance is equipped of this appliance is equipped The power cord plug which mates (grounding) with a 3-prong wall outlet to (grounding) 3-prong with a standard from hazard minimize the possibility of electric shock this appliance. For personal safety, this appliance must be For personal safety, to follow this warning Failure grounded. properly electrical shock, fire, can cause serious injury, or death. Do not, under any circumstances cut or remove cut or remove Do not, under any circumstances the power cord. from prong (ground) the third to follow this warning serious Failure can cause electrical shock, or death. fire, injury, reference. If the washer is moved to a new location, reference. service by a qualified have it checked and reinstalled to follow this warning can cause person. Failure electrical shock, or death. fire, serious injury, Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an prong. ground Do not remove Plug into a grounded adapter or extension cord. follow these warnings to outlet. Failure can 3-prong electrical shock, or death. fire, cause serious injury, Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a solid follow this warning to Failure can cause serious floor. leak damage. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is 2-prong standard a Where it is your personal responsibility encountered, with a properly and obligation to have it replaced follow to wall outlet. Failure 3-prong grounded electrical fire, this warning can cause serious injury, shock, or death. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a Have the wall outlet and circuit the outlet is qualified electrician to make sure follow this warning to Failure grounded. properly electrical shock, fire, can cause serious injury, or death. Failure to follow this warning to outlet. Failure can grounded electrical shock, or death. fire, cause serious injury, Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for Refer to INSTALLATION Installation procedures. detailed grounding packed in the washer for installer instructions are w followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent electric shock, or to prevent or explosion, the risk of fire followed to minimize or loss of life. injury, damage, personal property • • • • • • • • w • SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE, CARE AND CLEANING, AND DISPOSAL

wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following.

• Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the • Do not allow children to play on or in the risk of electric shock. washer. Close supervision of children is • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, necessary when the washer is used near or solvents to clean the washer. They will children. As children grow, teach them the damage the finish. proper, safe use of all appliances. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious • Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on personal injuries or death. top of the washer. These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials. • Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the washer is • Do not wash items that are soiled with unpacked. Children might use them for play. vegetable or cooking oil. These items may Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or contain some oil after laundering. Due to the plastic sheets can become airtight chambers. remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch Failure to comply with these warnings could result fire by itself. in serious personal injuries or death. • Disconnect this appliance from the • Keep laundry products out of reach of children. power supply before attempting any user To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings maintenance. Turning the controls to the OFF on product labels. Failure to comply with these position does not disconnect this appliance warnings could result in serious personal injuries. from the power supply. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical • Remove the lid to the washing compartment shock, or death. before your washer is removed from service or discarded to avoid the danger of children or small • Do not combine laundry products for use in animals getting trapped inside. Failure one load unless specified on the label. to do so can result in serious personal injury • Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or death. or acids such as vinegar. Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas, resulting in serious injury or death. • Do not reach into the washer while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, press the START/PAUSE button and allow the drum to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.

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6 ENGLISH 7 A B F E C Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family Sized Clothes Washers D PARTS AND FEATURES AND PARTS spray with jet veForce™ a W Rapidly rotating drum uses centrifugal force and an angled spray to pull water through the fabric, resulting in less friction for a gentler and more thorough cleaning. SlamProof™ LID The SLAMPROOF™ lid is a safety device that closes the The lid SLAMPROOF™ slowly. lid keeps the heavy lid from falling and injuring the user. LID LOCK SWITCH The washer lid is locked during operation. The lid can be unlocked by pressing the Start/Pause button to stop the washer. Inverter Direct Drive Inverter Direct Drive eliminates the belt and pulleys found on most washers to provide improved performance and reliability while increasing energy efficiency. WATER HEATER HEATER WATER The heater inside washer increases water temperature and provides better cleaning for and BRIGHT WHITES™ cycle. SANITARY This washer is designed to save rinse water by using the SMARTRINSE™ with jet spray in COTTON/NORMAL and DUTY HEAVY cycles. NOTE: Select SOFTENER FABRIC option or EXTRA RINSE option, if you use fabric softener in COTTON/NORMAL and DUTY HEAVY cycles. SPECIAL FEATURES SPECIAL SmartRinse™ F E C B A D PARTS AND FEATURES

B KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS A In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important C components that are referenced in this manual.

A Ultra-Capacity Stainless Steel Drum E The ultra-large stainless steel drum offers extreme durability.

B Tempered Glass Lid F The tempered glass lid is durable and makes it easy to see the inside of washer.

C Rotary Knob Turn this knob to select the desired cycle. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard Hot Water Cold Water presets will be shown in the display. These Inlet valve Inlet valve settings can be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime before starting the cycle. Power Cord

D AUTO LEvELING FEET Drain The automatic leveling feet (in the rear) adjust to Hose improve washer stability on uneven floors.

E REAR CONTROL PANEL WITH LED DISPLAY The easy-to-read LED display show cycle options, settings, processing, estimated time remaining during operation. D F Detergent Dispenser Drawer There are two compartments, one each for main wash (liquid or powder) and liquid fabric softener. Included Accessories • Hot and Cold Water Hoses (with 2 seals per hose at each ends)

• Tie Strap (for securing drain hose)

8 ENGLISH 9 ″ 8 / 3 ″ 4″ inches 45 15.3 cm) 8 1″ / (1 3 (10 cm) (2.5 cm) 4″ 45 15.3 cm) 1″ (1 (10 cm) (2.5 cm) ″ 8 inches (10 cm) / 3 27″ ″ 28. 8 / (72.1 cm) (68.6 cm) 3 27″ 28. (72.1 cm) (68.6 cm) ″ 4 / 3 1″ ″ open) 55. 4 (2.5 cm) (with lid / 3 (141.7 cm) CLEARANCES 1″ open) 55. (2.5 cm) (with lid (141.7 cm) NOTE: The washer must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during the spin cycle. Concrete flooring is best, but a wood floor is sufficient, provided it is built to FHA standards. The washer should not be installed on rugs or exposed to weather. Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 56". To ensure sufficient clearance for water To lines allow minimum clearances of at least 1 (2.5 cm) at the sides and 4 behind the unit. Be sure to allow for wall, lid, or floor moldings that may increase the required clearances.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION Failure Failure to do so can result in back It is the personal responsibility and or other injury. the washer. the washer. The washer or is more people heavy! Two are required are when required moving and unpacking To minimize noise and vibration, the washer To MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor. washer is Allowable slope under the entire 1° maximum. not Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are recommended. Never install the washer on a platform or weakly supported structure. Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. breaker Time-delay fuse or circuit The power outlet must be within 60 inches The power outlet must be within 60 (1.5 m) of either side of the washer. The appliance and outlet must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible. than one Do not overload the outlet with more appliance. with in accordance The outlet must be grounded codes and regulations. wiring current Store and install the washer where it will not where and install the washer Store below freezing be exposed to temperatures weather conditions. or exposed to outdoor to follow this warning can cause serious Failure electrical shock, or death. fire, injury, washer to conform with all ground Properly to Failure governing codes and ordinances. fire, follow this warning serious injury, can cause electrical shock, or death. the risk of electric shock, do not reduce To to Failure install the washer in humid spaces. fire, follow this warning serious injury, can cause electrical shock, or death. by The base opening must not be obstructed on a carpeting when the washer is installed carpeted floor. underneath your Keep the area and around of combustible materials such appliances free rags, chemicals, etc. as lint, paper, Do not use prong. ground Do not remove Plug into a an adapter or extension cord. to follow this outlet. Failure 3-prong grounded electrical fire, warning injury, can cause serious shock, or death. FLOORING • • • • proper proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. obligation of the product owner to have a NOTE: POWER OUTLET • • • • • • • • • • • • CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION THE PROPER CHOOSE wWARNING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACK THE WASHER

1 After the washer is in the home, remove the 2 Remove the packing block containing the carton and Styrofoam® shipping base from owner's manual, parts, water hoses, and the washer. laundry product samples.

3 Unfasten the power cord from the back of the washer.

When removing the washer from the carton base, be sure to remove the tub support in the middle of the carton base. If you must lay the washer down to remove the base packaging materials, always protect the side of the washer and lay it carefully on its side. Do NOT lay the washer on its front or back. TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

• Adjustable Pliers

• Carpenter’s Level

Tub support Carton Base

10 ENGLISH 11 39″ Standpipe (99 cm) Cold Drain Hose Hot CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE CONNECTING THE DRAIN Do not cross-thread the hose fittings. Attach Do not cross-thread Thread the hot water hose onto the washer the hot water hose Thread and the cold water (red) hot water connection water connection (blue). hose onto the cold make an additional 1/8 turnHand tighten; then with pliers. Attach water hose to washer. Attach water hose The drain hose should always be properly The drain hose should always be properly the drain secure to properly Failure secured. in flooding and property hose can result damage. Do not install the end of the drain hose higher than 96 inches (243.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. with The drain must be installed in accordance any applicable local codes and regulations. not stretched, that the water lines are Make sure pinched, crushed, or kinked. 3 3 To avoid build up that can clog the inlet build up that can avoid NOTE: To faucet and flush both thoroughly valve screen, or other impurities any particles hose to remove them into a container. through by running water the hot water line to the red hot water inlet on the back hot water inlet on the the hot water line to the red Attach the cold water line to the blue of the washer. Tighten the cold water inlet on the back of the washer. fittings securely. NOTE: Tighten the fittings securely. Open the NOTE: Tighten the fittings securely. water taps fully to check for leaks. • • • • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION

Rubber Seal Water Hose Water (to tap)

Water Tap Water Rubber Seal Inspect the threaded fitting on each hose and fitting on each hose and Inspect the threaded is a rubber seal in place in there make sure both ends. Connect water hose to hose utilities. Connect the water hoses to the HOT and COLD water valves of your home. Hand tighten, plus make an additional 1/4 turn with pliers. Use new hoses when installing Use new hoses when IMPORTANT: old hoses. Do NOT reuse the washer. the inlet hoses Use ONLY IMPORTANT: product. by LG with this laundry provided guaranteed to fit or not are Aftermarket hoses tighten Other hoses may not function correctly. leaks. Subsequent and could cause correctly not be will or property damage to product LG's warranty. under the terms of covered 14.5 must be between supply pressure Water water PSI and 116 PSI (100~800 kPa). If the than 116 PSI, is more supply pressure valve must be installed. reducing a pressure leaks, Periodically check the hose for cracks, the hose every 5 years. and replace and wear, not stretched, that the water lines are Make sure pinched, crushed, or kinked. or stored The washer should never be installed temperatures. in a location subject to freezing Damage to the water lines and internal If the mechanisms of the washer can result. temperatures washer was exposed to freezing at room prior to installation, allow it to stand use. for several hours before temperature 2 1 Water Hose Water (to water inlet on washer) NOTE: A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C) water to the washer. CONNECTING THE WATER LINES WATER THE CONNECTING • • • • • • INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CONNECTING THE drain LINE (cont.)

Firmly insert the free end of the drain hose into the drain opening of your home. Make sure the soft rubber end is completely inside the drain opening. Raise Lower • If the water valves and drain are built into the 2 Adjust the 2 front leveling feet. Turn clockwise wall, fasten the drain hose to one of the water to raise the washer or counterclockwise to hoses with the cable tie (ribbed side on inside). lower it. • If your drain is a standpipe, fasten the drain hose to the standpipe with the cable tie provided. NOTE: • Total height of the hose end should be approximately 35 ~ 47" (0.9 ~ 1.2 m) from the floor. • The drain hose should be inserted no more than 8-12 inches into the standpipe.

3 To make sure that the washer is properly level, open the lid and look from above to see if it is same as shown above. If you have a level, check your washer with the level. • To check if the washer is level side to side, 39″ close the lid and place a level at the back of 39″ (99 cm) the lid. (99 cm) • To check if the washer is level front to back, place a level at the side of the washer on Cable Tie Cable Tie the edge where the cabinet side meets the top cover. side to side LEVELING THE WASHER The washer spins at very high speeds, up to 1,100 RPM. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to level the washer. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the washer to vibrate. front to back • All four leveling feet must rest solidly on the floor. Rock the washer gently from corner to corner to make sure that the washer does not rock. NOTE: Before installing the washer, make sure the floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water Lower Raise and oils so the washer feet can not slide easily. Leveling feet that can move or side on the floor If the washer is not level, adjust the front leveling can contribute to excess vibration and noise due feet. Turn clockwise to raise, counterclockwise to to poor contact with the floor. lower. CONNECT TO THE POWER SUPPLY 1 Position the washer in the final location, taking special care to not pinch, strain, or The washer should be plugged crush the water and drain lines. Place a level into a 120V AC, 60Hz grounded across the top of the washer. 3-prong outlet. Plug in the washer.

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B HOW TO USE USE TO HOW E additional cycle options and will light when CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS Use these buttons to select the desired cycle options for the selected cycle. Press the button for that setting until the indicator light for the desired value is lit. OPTION BUTTONS The option buttons allow you to select selected. Certain buttons also allow you to LED DISPLAY The display shows the settings, estimated activate special functions by pressing and holding the button for 3 seconds. For detailed information about the individual options, please see the following pages. time remaining, options, and status messages The for display your will washer. remain on through the cycle. E F D D

F A CONTROL PANEL FEATURES PANEL CONTROL START/PAUSE BUTTON START/PAUSE Press this the button selected to cycle. START CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB this knob Turn to select the desired cycle. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets will be shown in These the display. settings can be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons before starting the cycle. If the washer is running, use this button to PAUSE the cycle without losing the current settings. NOTE: If you do not press the START/PAUSE button within 4 minutes of selecting a cycle, the washer automatically turns off. NOTE: If the washer remains idle for 8 minutes after pausing the cycle, the water in the tub will drain. POWER ON/OFF BUTTON Press to turn the washer ON. Press again to turn the washer OFF. NOTE: If the washer remains idle for 4 minutes after turning the washer off, the water in the tub will drain. NOTE: An alarm will sound 1 minute prior to draining, and 'dr' will appear on You the display. may restart the washer at this time. However, once the washer initiates draining, all functions will be suspended, and ‘dr’ will be displayed until draining is complete. C B A HOW TO USE

OPERATING THE WASHER wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following. Once you have loaded the washer and added laundry products (detergent, bleach, and/or fabric softener):

1 SORT LAUNDRY AND LOAD WASHER. Refer to page 16.

2 ADD DETERGENT. Refer to pages 17-18.

3 TURN ON THE WASHER. Press the POWER button to turn on the washer. The lights around the cycle selector knob will illuminate. 4 SELECT CYCLE. Turn the cycle selector knob to the desired cycle. The display will show the preset WASH/RINSE temperature, SOIL LEVEL, SPIN SPEED for that cycle.

5 SELECT CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS. If you would like to change the modifier for that cycle, press the appropriate cycle settings button(s) until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every WASH/RINSE temperature, SPIN SPEED, SOIL LEVEL, or OPTION is available with every cycle.

6 SELECT OPTION BUTTONS. Select any additional cycle options, such as FABRIC SOFTENER or DELAY WASH. NOTE: To protect your garments, not every WASH/RINSE temperature, SPIN SPEED, SOIL LEVEL, or OPTION is available with every cycle.

7 BEGIN CYCLE. Press the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. The lid will latch, the display will change, and the washer will calculate the estimated time remaining. Once the washer has calculated the estimated total cycle time, the washer will start. To pause the cycle at any time, press PAUSE. To resume the cycle press START/PAUSE again.

NOTE: When the wash cycle is finished, the beeper (if set) will sound and the lid will unlock. To prevent wrinkling, remove items from the washer immediately after the end of the cycle. NOTE: WAVEFORCE™ is available for 8 lb. or larger loads in the COTTON/NORMAL or HEAVY DUTY 14 cycles. ENGLISH 15 Wash Delay

Fabric =Default setting Softener Extra Rinse Cold ™ Wash HOW TO USE USE TO HOW Stain ™ Care Spin Speed High Extra High No Spin Low Medium Low Medium No Spin Low Medium No Spin High Extra High No Spin Low Medium Low Medium High No Spin High Extra High No Spin Medium High Extra High No Spin Low Medium High Extra High No Spin Low Medium Medium High No Spin Low Medium High Extra High No Spin Low High Extra High No Spin Low Medium High Medium High Extra High No Spin Low Medium High Extra High No Spin Low

Soil Level Light Normal Heavy Normal Heavy Light Light Normal Heavy Light Normal Heavy Normal Heavy Light Normal Heavy Light Heavy Light Normal Normal Heavy Light Heavy Light Normal Normal Heavy Light Normal Heavy Light Light Normal Heavy Heavy Light Normal Wash/Rinse Warm/Warm Hot/Cold Warm/Cold Hot/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Hot/Cold Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Cold/Cold Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Warm/Cold Hot/Cold Cold/Cold Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Extra Hot/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Hot/Cold Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Cold/Cold Warm/Warm Cold/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Cold Warm/Warm Hot/Cold Cold/Cold Fabric Type Use the Bulky/Bedding cycle for items such as pillows, comforters and other articles which have ONLY difficultly absorbing water. WASH SMALL LOADS to make sure there is plenty of room for the load to move during washing. Keep like items together; do not mix large bulky items with smaller clothing items. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the clothing or to the washer. White fabrics Large Large items such as blankets and comforters Dress Dress shirts/blouses nylons, sheer or lacy garments (less than 8 lbs.) Lightly soiled and small loads Item labeled machine washable wool (less than 8 lbs.) Active sports, exercise clothing Lightly soiled and colored clothing Towels, shirts, Towels, sheets, jeans, mixed loads Small and lightly soiled loads, specially skin sensitive user. Refer to page 24. Heavily soiled work underwear, clothes, diapers, etc. (less than 11 lbs.) Dress Dress shirts/pants, wrinkle-free clothing, poly/cotton blend clothing, tablecloths Cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets, jeans, mixed loads Heavy soiled cotton fabrics *

CYCLE GUIDE CYCLE To protect your garments, not To every wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is available with every cycle. Cycle Bulky/Bedding Bright Whites™ Tub Clean Tub Sanitary Wool Pure Pure Color™ Towels Heavy Duty Perm Press Casual Delicates Speed Wash Sports Wear Baby Wear Cotton/Normal NOTE: The cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle. HOW TO USE

SORTING WASH LOADS wCAUTION: • Do not load items over the tub. Failure to follow this caution can result in leakage or fabrics damage. • Use the BULKY/BEDDING cycle for buoyant or nonabsorbent items such as pillow or comforter. Failure to follow this caution can result in leakage. Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for proper care.

Fabric Care Labels

Bulky items should be placed as far down in the wash basket as possible for optimal results. Always place buoyant items at the bottom of the wash basket. Washer Temperature Ranges The washer will automatically detect the load size. Category Target Temperature Because of the high-efficiency wash system, the water level may not completely cover the load. Cold 66°F To add items after washer has started, press the Warm 90°F START/PAUSE button, lift the lid, add items, and Hot 120°F close the lid. Press the START/PAUSE button. Extra Hot Only Hot valve. Grouping Similar Items Refer to page 20. For best results, sort clothes into loads that can • Check all pockets to make sure that they be washed with the same wash cycle. are empty. Items such as clips, matches, pens, coins, and keys can damage both your Different fabrics have different care requirements. washer and your clothes. Always wash dark colors separately from light • Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to colors and whites to prevent discoloration. If prevent these items from snagging or tangling possible, do not wash heavily soiled items with on other clothes. lightly soiled ones. The chart below shows recommended groupings. • Pretreat heavily stained areas for best results. • Large items should not be more than half of the Sort Laundry... total wash load. by Colors by Soil by Fabric by Lint • Do not wash or spin water proof clothes. Whites Heavy Delicates Lint Producer • Do not wash fabrics containing flammable Lights Normal Easy Care Lint Collector materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.) Darks Light Sturdy • The washer will not fill or operate with the lid open. Loading the Washer * IMPORTANT: Use the Bulky/Bedding cycle for Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top row large or bulky items such as poly-filled jackets, of holes in the washer basket. Overloading may comforters, pillows, etc. These items may not be reduce washer efficiency and possibly increase as absorbent as other laundry items and should wrinkling. be sorted into a separate wash load for optimal results.

16 ENGLISH 17 ① ② (dispenser ② ①. Place rail drawer rail) on top of rail Push the dispenser drawer firmly. Pull the dispenser drawer. Tilt the dispenser drawer upward and remove it. 1 2 1 2 HOW TO USE USE TO HOW Do not place or store laundry Designed especially to use only Designed especially detergent HE (High-Efficiency) Replacing the dispenser drawer IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: Removing the dispenser drawer NOTE: Be careful not to pinch your finger. products, products, such as bleach, detergent, or liquid on top fabric of softener, your washer or dryer. Wipe up any These spills products immediately. can damage the finish and controls.

Insert

Main Wash Main Wash Liquid Detergent Compartment only High-Efficiency (HE) Main Wash Main Wash Powder Detergent Compartment Open the dispenser drawer. Load the laundry products into the appropriate compartments. Close the drawer slowly and smoothly to avoid spilling, splashing or premature dispensing of the contents. 3 2 1 Liquid Fabric Softener Compartment The automatic dispenser consists of two compartments which hold: • Liquid fabric softener. • Liquid or powdered detergent. All laundry products can be added at once in their respective dispenser compartments. They will be dispensed at the appropriate time for the most effective cleaning. After adding the laundry products to the close the dispenser dispenser, drawer. add detergent, and fabric To softener to the automatic dispenser: NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of water to remain in the dispenser compartments at the end of the cycle. NOTE: Do not use bleach in the dispenser drawer. designed for use with detergents, which contain suds-reducing agents. Always look for the HE symbol when purchasing detergent. HE detergents produce fewer suds, dissolve more efficiently to improve washing and rinsing performance, and help to keep the interior of your washer clean. Using a regular detergent may cause over sudsing and unsatisfactory performance and could damage the machine or cause expensive maintenance issues. ABOUT THE DISPENSER Your washing machine is Your IMPORTANT: SELECTING DETERGENT SELECTING HOW TO USE

LOADING THE DISPENSER Main Wash Detergent Compartment This compartment holds laundry detergent for the main wash cycle, which is added to Using the Liquid Bleach Dispenser the load at the beginning of the cycle. Always The bleach dispenser use HE (High-Efficiency) detergent with your automatically dilutes washing machine. and dispenses liquid Never exceed the detergent manufacturer’s chlorine bleach at the recommendations when adding detergent. proper time in the Using too much detergent can result in wash cycle. detergent buildup in clothing and the washer. Either powdered or liquid detergent may be used. • When using liquid detergent, make sure the liquid detergent cup and insert are in place. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Check clothing care labels for special 1 • When using powdered detergent, remove instructions. the insert and liquid detergent cup from the 2 Measure liquid bleach carefully, following compartment. Powdered detergent will not instructions on the bottle. dispense with the liquid detergent cup and • Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach insert in place. directly onto clothes or into the wash basket. • Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser. Do not place load items on top of the bleach dispenser when loading and unloading the washer. • Avoid overfilling or splashing when adding bleach to the dispenser. The maximum capacity of the bleach dispenser is one cup of Fabric bleach per wash cycle. Overfilling could result Softener in premature dispensing of bleach. Main Wash 3 Before starting the washer, pour a pre- Detergent measured amount of bleach directly into bleach dispenser. If you prefer to use Fabric Softener Compartment powdered bleach, add it into the wash basket This compartment holds liquid fabric softener, directly before adding clothes. which will be automatically dispensed during the NOTE: Please flush the bleach dispenser with final rinse cycle. water after bleach use and then rinse out the • Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s residue by use of Rinse & Spin cycle. recommendations when adding fabric softener. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Using wWARNING: Do NOT mix chlorine too much fabric softener may result in stained bleach with ammonia or acids, such as vinegar or clothes. rust / scale remover. • Dilute concentrated fabric softeners with warm Mixing chemicals like these can produce gas water. Do not exceed the maximum fill line. which may cause death. • Never pour fabric softener directly onto the load Put the manufacturer’s recommended amount of or into the drum. undiluted liquid chlorine bleach into the bleach dispenser. During the final portion of the wash cycle, two sequential flushes of the dispenser put all the bleach into the wash load and completely flush the dispenser to eliminate the carryover of bleach to a subsequent load. Any liquid remaining in the bleach dispenser at the end of the cycle is water, not bleach. To prevent unintentional self-siphoning of the bleach, never fill the dispenser higher than the maximum fill level marked on the dispenser. When adding bleach to the dispenser, be careful to avoid spilling it into the laundry load or leaving droplets of bleach around the dispenser. These 18 things will damage your laundry items. ENGLISH 19

HOW TO USE TO HOW B Indicates that the lid is locked. The washer lid will lock while the washer is operating. The lid can be unlocked by pressing the START/PAUSE button to stop the washer. INDICATOR WASH DELAY This indicator shows that the washer has COLDWASH™ This indicator turns on the light in eleven cycles. These cycles save energy by using cold water. LID LOCK INDICATOR been set WASH. The for washer DELAY will start automatically after the set delay time has passed. D C E C D E

A for the selected wash cycle. ESTIMATED TIME ESTIMATED REMAINING button is pressed, the When the START/PAUSE washer automatically detects the wash load (weight) and optimizes the washing time based on the selected cycle and options. The display will then indicate the estimated time remaining CYCLE STATUS INDICATOR CYCLE STATUS This portion of the display shows which stage of the wash cycle is currently underway (LOAD SENSING, WASH, RINSE, or SPIN). THE LED DISPLAY THE LED The LED display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your washer. When for the your washer washer. is turned on, the display will illuminate. B A HOW TO USE

CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS

Each cycle has preset settings that are selected SPIN SPEED automatically. You may also customize the settings using the cycle setting buttons. The washer drum spins at up to 1,100 Press the button for that setting until the indicator RPM. This reduces drying time and light for the desired value is lit. saves energy. Press the SPIN SPEED button until the indicator light for the The washer automatically adjusts the water level desired setting is lit. You can change for the type and size of wash load for best results maximum spin speed of spin cycle. and maximum efficiency. It may seem there is no Some fabrics, such as delicates, water inside the tub in some cycles, but this is require a slower spin speed. normal. • If you select NO SPIN, the washer turn off without spin cycle after NOTE: To protect your garments, not every draining. (The cycle time will be wash/rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or reduced by approximately 10 option is available with every cycle. A beeper will minutes.) sound and the LED will not light if a selection is not allowed. See the Cycle Guide on page 15 for SPECIAL USE details. Select any additional option, such WASH/RINSE as RINSE+SPIN, SPIN ONLY, STAIN CARE™ or SOAK Adjust to select the proper water • If you press SPECIAL USE button temperature for the wash cycle. It is without selecting a cycle, COTTON/ composed of washing temperature/ NORMAL cycle with SOAK is rinsing temperature. automatically selected. • Your washer features a heating NOTE: If you press SPECIAL USE element to boost the hot water button 3 or 4 times, the cycle will temperature for Extra Hot/Cold or reset to COTTON/NORMAL. Hot/Cold settings. • Select the water temperature suitable for the type of load you are ADD GARMENTs washing. Follow the fabric care label for best results. Laundry may be added to the load at the proper • Warm rinses leave the loads drier than cold time in the wash cycle. rinses. Warm rinses can increase wrinkling. • ADD GARMENTS is automatically turned on • In cold climates, a warm rinse makes the load and off. You can not select it by pressing more comfortable to handle. SPECIAL USE button. • Cold rinses use less energy. • If additional items are added during ADD • Use both hot and cold water supply for optimal GARMENTS light is off, it may cause results. unsatisfactory performance. During ADD GARMENTS indicator light on. SOIL LEVEL 1 Press START/PAUSE button to pause the washer. Adjusts the selected cycle to allow more faster agitation speed for 2 Open the lid after unlocked. heavily soiled clothes or less slower 3 Add your additional items. agitation speed for lightly soiled clothes during the wash and rinse 4 Close the lid. course. 5 Press START/PAUSE button to resume Press the SOIL LEVEL button until the the washer cycle. The washer will start indicator light for the desired setting automatically. is lit. You can choose between Light, NOTE: If the washer remains idle for 8 minutes Normal or Heavy soil. after pausing the cycle, the water in the tub will ▼ • The light will not show on this figure ( ). drain.

20 ENGLISH 21 HOW TO USE USE TO HOW Cycle time will be increased by 30 minutes. It is normal that washer do weak agitation soak Allows the consumer to remove stains more thoroughly by specifying additional time for the clothing to soak during washing. At the end of SOAK, the wash cycle will be started without drain. • • during SOAK cycle. cannot select NOTE: the You SOAK option in the TUB CLEAN cycle. (cont.) Press Press the Power button to turn on the washer. Press the SPECIAL USE button until the indicator light SPIN is ONLY lit. button to start the Press the START/PAUSE cycle. The washer will start automatically. Press Press the POWER button to turn on the washer. Press the SPECIAL USE button until the RINSE+SPIN indicator light is lit. (The cycle light will turn off.) button to start the the START/PAUSE Press cycle. The washer will start automatically. Press Press the POWER button to turn on the washer. Press the SPECIAL USE button until the CARE™ indicator light STAIN is lit. button to start the START/PAUSE the Press cycle. The washer will start automatically. You can change rinse You temperature and spin speed by pressing WASH/RINSE and SPIN SPEED respectively. Wash only Wash small loads for optimum fabric care. (less than 8 lbs.) 3 2 3 2 2 3 1 1 1 SPIN ONLY This button activates the Drain & Spin cycle to drain and spin. Select this option to rinse and spin a load separately from a regular cycle. This can be helpful in preventing fresh stains from setting in fabrics. • RINSE + SPIN CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS MODIFIER CYCLE If you select STAIN CARE™, the NOTE: If you select STAIN option is not available. COLDWASH™ STAIN CARE™ STAIN CARE™ may be STAIN selected as an option with COTTON/NORMAL and TOWELS DUTY, HEAVY cycles. • HOW TO USE

CYCLE OPTION BUTTONS COLDWASH™ Use this option to eliminate using the built-in water heater booster. Your washing machine features several additional For maximum efficiency, wash only cycle options to customize cycles to meet your small loads. (less than 8 lbs.) individual needs. Certain option buttons also NOTE: If you select STAIN CARE™, the feature a special function that can be activated COLDWASH™ option is not available. by pressing and holding that option button for 3 seconds. 1 Press the POWER button to turn on the NOTE: To protect your garments, not every wash/ washer. rinse temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option 2 Turn the cycle selector knob to select the is available with every cycle. See the Cycle Guide cycle. (Refer to page 15.) for details. 3 Press the COLDWASH™ button. EXTRA RINSE 4 Press the START/PAUSE button to start the This option will add an extra rinse cycle. The washer will start automatically. cycle to the selected cycle. Use this option to help ensure the removal of detergent or bleach residue from FABRIC SOFTENER fabrics. Pressing the EXTRA RINSE button twice The fabric softener is dispensed will add two additional rinses to the cycle. in the final rinse. Select FABRIC 1 Press the POWER button to turn on the SOFTENER button to change final washer. rinse type from spray rinse to deep 2 Turn the cycle selector knob to select the rinse. desired cycle. NOTE: LG recommends using FABRIC SOFTENER or EXTRA RINSE options when 3 Press the CYCLE MODIFIER buttons to selecting the COTTON/NORMAL or HEAVY DUTY change the desired settings. cycles. 4 Press the EXTRA RINSE. NOTE: If you select EXTRA RINSE instead of • If you want to delete extra rinse, press the FABRIC SOFTENER, the fabric softener will be EXTRA RINSE three times. dispensed during the extra rinse course. 5 Press the START/PAUSE button to start the DELAY WASH cycle. Once you have selected the cycle NOTE: You cannot select the EXTRA RINSE and other settings, press this button option while the spin cycle. to delay the start of the wash cycle. Each press of the button increase WATER PLUS the delay time, up to 19 hours. Select this option to add extra water to the wash and rinse cycles for superior results, especially with large or bulky items. Press and hold the EXTRA RINSE button for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate WATER PLUS. 1 Press the START/PAUSE button during wash or rinse cycle.(It is not available in spin cycle) 2 Press and hold the EXTRA RINSE. 3 Press the START/PAUSE button to start the cycle. 4 If you want to use additional water, repeat steps 1 through 3. NOTE: If the machine reaches its maximum water level, the WATER PLUS button will have no effect. NOTE: You cannot select the WATER PLUS option in the SANITARY, TUB CLEAN, and 22 BULKY/BEDDING cycle. ENGLISH 23 HOW TO USE USE TO HOW Use this option to prevent unwanted use of the washer or to keep cycle settings from being changed while the washer is operating. Press and CHILD LOCK hold the BEEPER button for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate CHILD LOCK. The washer can be locked during a cycle. Once CHILD LOCK is selected, the display will alternate between CL and the remaining cycle time. And all controls except CHILD LOCK and POWER buttons will be disabled. NOTE: CHILD LOCK lasts after the end of cycle. If you want to deactivate this function, press and hold the BEEPER button for 3 seconds.

(cont.) soil level, and other options for a cycle, and then recall them at the touch of a button. CUSTOM PROGRAM allows you to store a customized wash cycle for future use. It allows you to save favorite temperature, spin speed, Adjusts the volume of the end-of- cycle beeper or turns it off. Press Press the POWER button to turn on the washer. the Cycle Turn Selector Knob to select the desired cycle. Press the Cycle Modifier button to change the desired setting. Press the Cycle Option button to add the desired options. Press and hold the CUSTOM PROGRAM button for 3 seconds. Press Press the POWER button to turn on the washer. Press the CUSTOM PROGRAM button. The stored settings will be displayed. button to start Press the START/PAUSE the cycle. (If you press any other button, CUSTOM PROGRAM is automatically deselected and indicator light off.) 5 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 CYCLE OPTION BUTTONS OPTION BUTTONS CYCLE may only NOTE: save You one custom program at a time. Pressing and holding the CUSTOM PROGRAM button will overwrite any previously saved custom program. To recall a To custom program: To save a To custom program: CUSTOM PROGRAM

BEEPER CARE AND CLEANING

REGULAR CLEANING wWARNING: • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish. Cleaning the Exterior Read these instructions carefully before beginning the TUB CLEAN cycle. Proper care of your washer can extend its life. The outside of the machine can be cleaned with 1 Open the lid and remove any clothing in the warm water and a mild, nonabrasive household wash drum. detergent. 2 Open the dispenser drawer. Immediately wipe off any spills with a soft, damp cloth. 3 Add liquid chlorine bleach or tub cleaner. IMPORTANT: Do not use methylated spirits, Some powdered or tablet tub cleaners which solvents, or similar products. are manufactured for this purpose can be used. Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers; they can damage the surface. (NOTE: Do not add any laundry detergent or fabric softener to the drawer when using TUB Care and Cleaning of the Interior CLEAN.) - If using powder cleaner Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the Remove the liquid detergent cup and washer lid opening, and lid glass. add powder cleaner to the main wash Always remove items from the washer as soon compartment of the drawer. as the cycle is completed. Leaving damp items - If using tablet cleaner in the washer can cause wrinkling, color transfer, Add tablet cleaner to the wash drum and odor. directly. This washer has a special cycle, TUB CLEAN, to (NOTE: Do not add tablet cleaner to the remove inside buildup of detergent residue which drawer.) can occur in the wash tub or drum and lead to 4 Close the drawer and washer lid. mildew or musty smell. Run the TUB CLEAN cycle monthly to remove 5 Select TUB CLEAN and press START/PAUSE. detergent buildup and other residue. NOTE : It is recommended that TUB CLEAN should be repeated monthly. If mildew or smell already exists, run TUB CLEAN for 3 consecutive weeks. After TUB CLEAN is complete or when the washer is not used, leave the washer lid open for better ventilation and drying inside of the washer.

24 ENGLISH 25 Cold Hot Inlet Filter Use extreme care when removing MAINTENANCE Carefully Carefully remove the filters from the water inlets, and soak them in white vinegar or a lime scale Rinse thoroughly before reinstalling. remover. Press the filters back into place and reattach the water lines. Do NOT operate the washer without the inlet filters. Use ONLY the inlet Use hoses ONLY provided IMPORTANT: by LG with this laundry product. Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to fit or function Other hoses may correctly. not tighten correctly and could cause leaks. Subsequent damage to product or property will not be covered under the terms of LG's warranty. Turn off both water Turn Unscrew taps completely. the hot and cold water lines from the back of the washer. Cleaning the Inlet Water Filters If the washer detects that water is not entering an error the message dispenser, will show on the If you display. live in an this area with hard water, may be caused by clogged inlet filters. IMPORTANT: and cleaning the filters. If the filters cannot be cleaned or are damaged, do NOT operate the washer without the inlet filters. Contact LG Customer Service or a qualified LG servicer. CARE AND CLEANING AND CARE

(cont.) Do not add laundry! Unplug the power cord, dry the drum interior with a soft cloth, and close the lid. Remove the inserts Drain from the dispenser. any water in compartments and dry the compartments. Store the washer in an upright position. remove the antifreeze from the To washer after storage, run washer through a complete cycle using detergent. Turn off water supply Turn tap. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Add 1 gallon of nontoxic vehicle recreational (RV) antifreeze to the empty wash drum. Close the lid. Select the spin cycle and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out all the water. NOTE: Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled. 8 9 6 7 3 4 5 1 2 Leave the lid open after finishing laundry to keep the tub clean. Leave the Lid Open Removing Lime Buildup If you live in an lime area with scale hard water, can form on internal components of the washer. Use of a water softener is recommended in areas If with a hard descaler water. is used, make sure that it is suitable for use and in run a the washer, TUB CLEAN cycle before washing clothing. Lime scale and other spots may be removed from the stainless steel drum using a stainless Do NOT steel use cleaner. steel wool or abrasive cleansers; they can damage the surface. If the washer will not be used for an extended period of time and is in an area that could be exposed to freezing temperatures: Storing the Washer CLEANING REGULAR CARE AND CLEANING

CLEANING THE WASHER

Proper Use of Detergent You can use less detergent if you have Using too much detergent is a common soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly cause of laundry problems. Today’s soiled load. detergents are formulated to be effective NOTE: Use only low-sudsing, high- without visible sudsing. Be sure to efficiency detergent such as carefully read and follow manufacturer’s Tide® HE. recommendations for how much detergent to use in your wash.

Care and Cleaning of the Washer Lid: Wash with a damp cloth on the outside and inside and dry with a soft cloth. Exterior: Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth. Do not touch the surface or the display with sharp objects. Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. Long Vacations: Be sure water supply is shut off at faucets. Drain all water from hoses if weather will be below freezing.

Dispenser Drawer: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month.

1 Remove the drawer by pulling it straight out until it stops. Lift up on the front of the drawer and pull it out.

2 Remove the inserts from the 2 compartments; rinse the inserts and the drawer with warm water to remove traces of accumulated laundry products.

3 To clean the drawer opening, use a small, non-metal brush to clean the recess. Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.

4 Return the inserts to the proper compartments and replace the drawer.

26 ENGLISH 27 Only use detergent with the HE Only use detergent (High-Efficiency) logo. The washer adapts to the load size and type to add more water to the cycle as needed. The wash load may be unbalanced. If the washer senses that the load is unbalanced, it will stop and refill to redistribute the load. The washer may be diluting laundry additives to add to the wash load. This is normal. If sound continues, the washer is This is normal. If sound continues, the the out of balance. Stop and redistribute probably wash load. Stop washer and check drum for foreign objects. If Stop washer and check drum for foreign call for noise continues after the washer is restarted, service. Reduce detergent amount or use low-sudsing Reduce detergent detergent. Stop and redistribute the wash load. Stop and redistribute the wash load. Stop washer and rearrange in all four feet are Adjust the leveling feet. Make sure firm contact with the floor while the washer is in the spin cycle with a load. that the floor is solid and does not flex. Make sure Refer to Flooring in the Installation section. Check hoses. Check and tighten hose connections. Unclog drain pipe. Contact a plumber if necessary. items, use Check the cycle. If you wash large BULKY/BEDDING cycle. Stop washer and check the load position. Lay bulky items into the tub. TROUBLESHOOTING Water sloshing Water sound: A liquid in the balance ring around the wash basket helps the basket spin smoothly. is (Washer turned off and tub is rotated.) Sound of water being added after the washer has already been operating: • • • Solutions • • • • • • • • • • • Too much detergent or much detergent Too detergent. incorrect Foreign objects, such as objects, Foreign keys, coins, or safety pins, may be in drum or pump. Heavy wash loads may a thumping sound. produce load may be out Washer of balance. load may be unevenly Wash distributed in the drum. resting are feet leveling all Not firmly on the floor. Floor not rigid enough. Fill hose connection is loose at tap or washer. House drain pipes are clogged. as pillow items such Large and blanket over the tub. Possible Causes • • • • • • • • • •

lock relay when the lid locks and unlocks. Problem Vibrating Vibrating noise Excessive sudsing Water leaking Water around washer Rattling and clanking noise Thumping sound Lid The washer will make a series of clicking noises as it changes the cleaning mode. NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR YOU MAY SOUNDS NORMAL High pitched noise: The wash basket spins faster to remove moisture from the load. Spraying or hissing: Water spraying Water or circulating during the cycle. Humming or gurgling: Drain pump pumping water from the washer at the end of a cycle. VICE BEFORE CALLING FOR SER washing machine is Your equipped with an system automatic to error-monitoring detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your washer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. Clicking: • • The following sounds may be heard while the washer is operating. They are normal. TROUBLESHOOTING

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)

Problem Possible Causes Solutions Water in the washer • Drain hose is bent, pinched, • Make sure the drain hose is free of clogs, kinks, etc., drains slowly or not or clogged. and is not pinched behind or under the washer. at all, or the display • Clean the drain filter. See theCare and Cleaning shows: section.

Washer fills with • Water supply taps are not • Make sure that the water taps are open fully. water slowly or not open fully. at all, or the display • Water line hoses are kinked, • Make sure the hoses are not kinked or pinched. Be shows: pinched, or bent. careful when moving the washer. • Water inlet filters are clogged. • Clean the inlet filters. See theCare and Cleaning section. • Water pressure to tap or • Check another faucet in the house to make sure that house is too low. household water pressure is adequate. Washer will not • Power cord is not properly • Make sure that the plug is plugged securely into a turn on plugged in. grounded, 3-prong, 120-VAC, 60-Hz. outlet. • House fuse is blown, circuit • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase breaker has tripped, or power fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, outage has occurred. have it corrected by a qualified electrician. The display shows: • The lid is not closed properly. • Make sure that the lid is closed properly and press the START/PAUSE button. After starting a cycle, it may take a few moments before the drum begins to turn or spin. The washer will not spin unless the lid is locked (LID LOCK will appear in the display). • If the lid is closed and locked and the open lid error message is displayed, call for service. • If you press the START button while the lid is open, dE error message will be displayed.

The display shows: •Lid lock switch error • Make sure that the lid is closed properly and press the START/PAUSE button. The washer will not spin unless the lid is locked (LID LOCK will appear in the display). • If the lid is closed and the lid lock error message is displayed, call for service.

Wash cycle time is • The washer automatically • This is normal. The washer adjusts cycle time longer than usual adjusts the wash time for automatically to provide optimal results for the the amount of laundry, water selected cycle. pressure, water temperature, • If you press the START button while the lid is open, and other operating dE error message will be displayed. conditions. The display shows: • Water level is too high due to • Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call for a faulty water valve. service.

The display shows: • Clutch error • Unplug the washer, and call for service.

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29 Always remove items from the washer as soonthe cycle is completed. as The washer can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be tightly packed washer should close easily. with items. The lid of Hot thewater rinse can set wrinkles in garments. Check the inlet hose connections. Allow the washer to stand for 30 minutes to allow the Allow the washer to stand for 30 minutes the cycle. If the LE error motor to cool; then restart call code still appears, unplug the washer and for service. Unplug the washer and call for service. Always remove items from the washerthe cycle is completed. as soon as Always wash dark colors separately from light colors and whites to prevent discoloration. If possible,not do wash heavily soiledones. items with lightly soiled Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load. Add 1 or 2 similar items help balance the load. Rearrange items to Close the water taps, unplug the washer, and call Close the water taps, unplug the washer, for service. Load the laundry products into the dispenser. Load the laundry products Solutions • • • • TROUBLESHOOTING • • • • • • • (cont.) Hot and cold water inlet reversed. hoses are Add laundry products to the Add laundry products washer drum. Washer not unloaded Washer promptly. sort the Does not properly clothes. Thermal overload protection Thermal overload protection the motor has been in circuit tripped. Thermistor error Washer not unloaded Washer promptly. overloaded. Washer Load is too small. Load is out of balance. imbalance The washer has an detection and correction heavy system. If individual loaded (bath articles are etc.) and the mat, bath robe, the imbalance is too great, washer will make several the spin attempts to restart cycle. If an imbalance is still detected, the washer will stop code will be and the error displayed. The water level sensor is not working correctly. Possible Causes • • • • • • • • • • • • Problem The display shows: The display shows: The display shows: The display shows: Staining Wrinkling BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE CALLING BEFORE NOTE: If an error message is displayed for 4 minutes, the water in the tub will automatically drain. An alarm will sound 1 minute prior to draining, and ‘dr’ may will restart the appear washer on You at the this display. once the time. washer However, initiates draining, all functions will be suspended, and ‘dr’ will be displayed until draining is complete. TROUBLESHOOTING

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)

Problem Possible Causes Solutions Washer won't Control panel is asleep • This is normal. Press POWER. operate Washer is unplugged • Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Water supply is turned off • Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Controls are not set • Make sure the cycle was set correctly, close the lid and properly press START. Lid is open-safety feature • Close lid and reset cycle, to the beginning if necessary. Prevents the washer from filling and operation when lid is up Circuit breaker/fuse is • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset tripped/blown breaker. The washer should have a dedicated circuit. Electronics need to be • Press the POWER button. reset START was not pressed • Press START. after a cycle was set Extremely low water • Check another faucet in the house to make sure that pressure household water pressure is adequate. Washer is too cold • If the washer has been exposed to temperatures below freezing for an extended period of time, allow it to warm up before pressing POWER. Otherwise, the display will not come on. Washer not filling Filter clogged or fill hoses • Make sure that filters (blue and orange screens must be property may be kinked free of solids) on the unit are not clogged. Turn off water and check filter by disconnecting hose at machine. Check that fill hoses are not kinked or clogged. Energy efficiency • This is an energy-efficient washer. As a result the temperature settings for this washer may be different than non-energy-efficient washers. Insufficient water supply • Make sure that the water supply is turned on. Make sure that the water faucets are turned to their completely open positions. The washer lid is open • The washer lid must be closed for all washer cycle operations. If the lid is opened during washer operation, all functions will stop, including water filling. Incorrect fill hose • Make sure that the fill hoses connect the hot water supply connection to the hot inlet on the washer, and the cold water supply to the cold inlet on the washer (hot to hot, cold to cold). Water fill optimization • Water may not cover the top level of the clothes. This is normal for this high-efficiency washer. The water fill is optimized by the system for best wash performance.

30 ENGLISH 31 TROUBLESHOOTING recommended installation instructions, the drain outlet installation instructions, recommended the floor. cannot be over 8' above tight and secure. they are used. High-efficiency of detergent the type and amount that detergent Make sure is recommended. detergent dispenser the correct put into and any additives are manufacture's compartments. Follow the detergent but try for the amount of detergent, recommendations especially if home water conditioning using less detergent, used. or water softening units are is compartments. If liquid detergent dispenser correct cup and insert that the liquid detergent used, make sure detergent If powdered compartment. detergent in the are cup and insert that the liquid detergent is used, make sure that sure make always types, detergent all For used. not are the start of the the dispenser drawer is fully closed before cycle. may also You recommendations. per the manufacture's on with water to the maximum fill line dilute the detergent only HE (High- the compartment to avoid clogging. Use Efficiency) detergent. turned completely open that the water faucets are to their positions. for may by removed the compartments. The dispenser box a scrub brush. occasional cleaning with warm water and The bleach dispenser will be dispensed every load for optimal safety of the washer. is a maximum fill line indicated on the dispensing. There bleach dispenser to help avoid overfilling. the start of the cycle. snapped into place before water and a scrub brush to clear clogging. automatically selected. If you choose not to use time are that you select presoak we recommend the stain inspector, that any when defining your wash cycle. Always make sure additives, such as your high efficiency liquid detergent, starting the dispenser bin before added to the pretreat are treating label before to your clothes care cycle. Always refer stains. • Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Per the that the drain hose • Ensure that drain hose connections to ensure • Check all fill and and may be caused by leaks, create • Oversudsing may put in to the and additives are that detergent • Make sure is used that the suggested amount of detergent • Make sure that the water supply is turned on. Make sure • Make sure in the dispenser of • Normal operation. Residual may remain use. for future bleach in the dispenser cannot store • You • Overfilling the dispenser with bleach may lead to premature seated and that the bleach cover is properly • Make sure and clean the bleach cover with warm may remove • You and temperature • When stain inspector is used, presoak Solutions (cont.) Kinked drain hose or drain Kinked drain hose or 8' located higher than above floor Hoses not installed correctly Oversudsing of detergent compartments Detergent incorrect clogged from filling use much detergent Too Insufficient water supply Normal residue Bleach dispenser filled for load future Overfilling the bleach dispenser Bleach dispenser is not seated Insufficient cleaning not selected Presoak Possible Causes Problem Washer will Washer not drain water leaks Water every load leaks Water Incomplete or no dispensing of detergent Premature dispensing of bleach Clogging of bleach Poor stain removal BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE CALLING BEFORE SPECIFICATIONS

KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The appearance and specifications listed in this guide may vary due to constant product improvements.

Model WT5101H* Description Top-Loading Washer Rated Voltage/Frequency 120V AC, 60Hz Water Pressure 14.5~116 PSI (100~800 kPa)

Dimensions 27"(W) X 283/8"(D) X 453/8"(H), 553/4"(H with lid open) 68.6 cm (W) X 72.1 cm (D) X 115.3 cm (H), 141.7 cm (H with lid open)

Net Weight 145.5 lbs. (66 kg)

Max. Spin Speed 1,100 RPM

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