I N T RO D U C T I O N
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Basic Safety Precautions ..................................... 4
Grounding Instructions .......................................... 4
Safety Instructions for Installation .......................... 5
Safety Instructions for Use, Care and Cleaning, and
and Disposal .......................................................... 6
PARTS AND FEATURES
Special Features ..................................................... 7
Key Parts and Components ................................... 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Choose the Proper Location .................................. 9
Clearances ............................................................. 9
Flooring ................................................................ 10
Installations with Optional Pedestal Base
or Stacking Kit ...................................................... 10
Unpacking and Removing Shipping Bolts ........... 11
Connecting the Water Lines ................................. 12
Connecting the Drain Line .................................... 13
Leveling the Washer ............................................. 14
Installation of Non-skid pads (Optional) ............... 14
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features ........................................ 15
Operating the Washer .......................................... 16
Cycle Guide .......................................................... 17
Sorting Wash Loads ............................................ 18
Selecting Detergent .............................................. 19
About the Dispenser ............................................. 19
Loading the Dispenser ......................................... 20
The Time and Status Display ............................... 21
Cycle Setting Buttons .......................................... 22
Cycle Options Buttons ......................................... 23
Special Funcctions ............................................... 24
CARE AND CLEANING
Regular Cleaning .................................................. 25
Cleaning the Washer ............................................ 26
Maintenance ......................................................... 27
TROUBLESHOOTING
Normal Sounds You May Hear ............................. 29
Before Calling for Service ..................................... 29
Using SmartDiagnosis™ ...................................... 32
SPECIFICATIONS/
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Key Dimensions and Specifications ..................... 32
Optional Accessories ........................................... 32
WARRANTY
................................................... 33
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THANK YOU!
Congratulations on your purchase
and welcome to the LG family.
Your new LG washing machine
combines the most advanced
washing technology with simple
operation and high efficiency.
By following the operating and care
instructions in this manual, your
washer will provide you with many
years of reliable service.
Product Registration Information
Model:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
The model and serial number can be located on the
rating plate on the front of the washer.
Staple your receipt here for your convenience in the
event you need it for warranty coverage.