OPERATION 17 OPERATION WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Operation Overview 1 Sort laundry and load the washer. • Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color and load size, as needed. Open the door and load items into the washer. • If using single-use detergent packs, place pack into the drum before loading the laundry. 2 Add cleaning products.
18 OPERATION • Check around the door seal when removing the load for small items that may be caught in the seal. NOTE • The washer rotates the laundry in a way that allows it to use less water while still fully saturating the clothing. It is normal to be unable to see water during the wash cycle. • If the temperature or the water level inside the machine is too high, the door will not unlock when the Start/Pause button is pressed, and the Add Item function will not be available (on applicable models).
OPERATION 19 By Colors By Soil By Fabric Darks Light Sturdy By Lint Many articles of clothing include a fabric care label. Using the chart below, adjust the cycle and option selections to care for your clothing according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
20 OPERATION • The washer can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be tightly packed with items. The door of the washer must close easily. • The washer will not fill or operate with the door open. Bulky Items • Wash thick, bulky items individually. Heavy blankets, comforters, bed spreads, or pet beds can get tangled or cause an unbalanced load if combined with other items. oversudsing, poor rinsing, detergent buildup in clothing, and residue buildup that can contribute to odors in the washer.
OPERATION 21 Main Wash Detergent Compartment This compartment holds laundry detergent for the main wash cycle. Either powdered or liquid detergent may be used in this compartment. • The detergent is added to the load at the beginning of the cycle. Always use HE (HighEfficiency) detergent with your washer.
22 OPERATION NOTE • Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when adding bleach. Never add more than one cup, and do not exceed the maximum fill line or the bleach may be dispensed immediately and damage fabrics. Using too much bleach can also damage fabrics. • Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the drum. Fabric damage can occur. • Do not use color-safe bleach or oxygen bleach in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.
OPERATION 23 Control Panel Control Panel Features ENGLISH a Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washer on or off. • Pressing this button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost. • The door will unlock after a brief pause. NOTE • If there is any water remaining in the drum after the washer shuts off, it will drain after a delay. The washer can be restarted at any time before the drain begins.
24 OPERATION Time and Status Display a Cycle Status Indicators • These LEDs will blink when a cycle is selected to indicate which stages will run. • When a cycle is running, the LED for the active stage will blink, and the LEDs for the remaining stages will remain steady. Once a stage is complete, the LED will turn off. If a cycle is paused, the active stage LED will stop blinking. b Estimated Time Remaining • When a cycle is selected, the default time for that cycle is displayed.
OPERATION 25 Wash Cycles Cycle Guide Turn the knob or press the button to select the desired cycle. When you select a wash cycle, the light for the corresponding wash cycle will turn on. NOTE • Whenever load weights are mentioned, assume 1 lb (0.45 kg) = 1 thick bath towel (dry). • Temperature indicator lights up when one of Tap Cold, Cold, Warm, Hot or Extra Hot is selected. • Spin indicator lights up when one of No Spin, Low, Medium, High or Extra High is selected.
26 OPERATION Cycle Bedding Wash Temp. Default: Warm Available: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap Cold Spin Speed Default: Medium Available: Medium, Low, No Spin Soil Level Default: Normal Available: All AllergieneTM Cycle Description This cycle is a powerful, high-temperature cycle designed specifically to reduce certain allergens. NOTE • Selecting this cycle automatically incorporates steam into the wash cycle. • This cycle can significantly reduce allergens in bedding and clothing.
OPERATION 27 Cycle Rinse+Spin Description Select this cycle to rinse and spin a load separately from a regular cycle. • You can change the spin speed by pressing the Spin button repeatedly until the desired speed is selected. Cycle Downloaded (Small Load) Description You can use a smartphone to download a specialized cycle to this cycle position. • The default cycle is Small Load, used for normally soiled loads with a few items. This cycle is also available for download.
28 OPERATION Cycle Modifiers About Modifier Buttons Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically. You may also customize these settings using the cycle modifier buttons. • Repeatedly press the button for the desired modifier until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. • The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the type and size of wash load for best results and maximum efficiency.
OPERATION 29 WARNING • Do not attempt to override the door lock mechanism or reach into the washer during a steam cycle. Steam can cause severe burns. Cold Wash Press the Cold Wash button to save energy by using cooler water. It will increase the wash and rinse times to maintain wash performance. • Wash time will increase up to several minutes with this option. Using the Pre-wash Option This option adds a pre-wash (for about 15 - 17 minutes) for improved cleaning of heavily soiled or stained clothing.
30 OPERATION Signal The washer plays a melody when the wash cycle is finished. The buttons make a sound each time a button is pressed. Use this button to turn the melody and button tones on or off. • To turn on/ff, press the Signal button.
SMART FUNCTIONS 31 SMART FUNCTIONS Before Using LG ThinQ Application The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. 1 • If the distance between the appliance and the wireless router is too far, the signal strength becomes weak. It may take a long time to register or installation may fail. LG ThinQ Application Features • Remote Start - It allows you to control the appliance remotely from the LG ThinQ application.
32 SMART FUNCTIONS NOTE NOTE • If the appliance cannot be registered due to problems with the wireless signal transmission, unplug the appliance and wait about a minute before trying again. • Once this function is enabled, you can only start a cycle from the LG ThinQ smartphone application. If the cycle is not started, the appliance will wait to start the cycle until it is turned off remotely from the application or this function is disabled.
SMART FUNCTIONS 33 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
34 SMART FUNCTIONS • The feature may be subject to change without prior notice and may have a different form depending on where you are located. Using LG ThinQ to Diagnose Issues If you experience a problem with your Wi-Fi equipped appliance, it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart DiagnosisTM feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application.
MAINTENANCE 35 MAINTENANCE • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire owner’s manual, including the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, before operating this appliance. • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Do not use volatile substances (benzene, paint thinner, alcohol, acetone, etc.
36 MAINTENANCE • Do not exceed the maximum fill line when adding bleach or powdered cleaners. Powdered cleaners may remain in the drum after cleaning. 3 Close the door and press the Power button. 4 Select the Tub Clean cycle then press the Start/Pause button to begin the cycle. 5 After the cycle ends, open the door and allow the drum interior to dry completely. Leaving the Door Open After you finish using the washer, leave the door open overnight to allow air to circulate and dry the drum.
MAINTENANCE 37 8 Replace the drawer. CAUTION • If you use the washer in an area with hard water, the inlet filter may clog due to lime buildup and require more frequent cleaning. Cleaning the Door Seal Clean the door seal once a month to prevent build-up of dirt. 1 Turn off the washer, and unplug the power cord. 2 Turn off hot and cold water faucets. 3 Unscrew the hot and cold water hoses from the back of the washer. 4 Remove the filters from the water valves carefully.
38 MAINTENANCE NOTE • An IE error message may blink on the display 4 Remove the pump filter. • Twist the pump filter counterclockwise to remove. when the water pressure is low or an inlet filter is clogged with dirt. Clean the inlet filter. Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter The washer fails to drain if the drain pump filter is clogged. Periodically clean the drain filter to prevent clogging with foreign objects.
MAINTENANCE 39 NOTE • An OE message blinks on the display when the 7 Storing the Washer 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, follow these steps to protect the washer from damage. NOTE 8 Turn off the washer and unplug the power cord. 9 Dry the drum interior with a soft cloth, and close the door. 10 Store the washer in an upright position. 11 Remove the inserts from the dispenser.
40 MAINTENANCE 8 Press the Spin button to operate spin only cycle for draining and spinning. 9 Press the Start/Pause button. When the Drain Hose is Frozen 1 Pour hot water in the washer drum and close the door. 2 Wait for 1 - 2 hours. 3 Press the Power button. 4 Press the Spin button to operate spin only cycle for draining and spinning. 5 Press the Start/Pause button to make sure the water drains.