LG F10A8FD2, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... 9 P No MFL67473480 www lg com Before beginning installation read these instructions carefully This will simplify installation and ensure that the washer is installed correctly and safely Leave these instructions near the washer after installation for future reference ...

Page 2: ...dic Rinse 23 Wash 23 Rinse 23 Temp 23 Spin 23 Rinse Spin 23 Other functions 23 Spin Only 23 Child Lock 24 Beep On Off 24 Tub Clean 25 Door Lock Detecting 25 Thank you for buying a LG Fully Automatic Washing Machine Please read your owner s manual carefully it provides instruction on safe installation use and maintenance Retain it for future reference Record the model and serial number of your wash...

Page 3: ...and washing time to minimize energy and water consumption Built in heater Internal heater automatically heats the water to the best temperature on selected cycles Protection against creases With the alternating rotation of the drum creasing is minimized 6 Motion Washer is able to perform various drum actions or a combination of different actions depending on the wash program selected Combined with...

Page 4: ...anual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These words mean WARNING You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instruction...

Page 5: ...ntil the drum has completely stopped The laundry process can reduce the flame retardant of fabrics To avoid such a result carefully follow the garment manufacturer s wash and care instructions Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with combustible or explosive substances such as wax oil paint gasoline degreasers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc whic...

Page 6: ... door excessively when washer door open This could topple over the washer Save these instructions Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in 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 out...

Page 7: ...specifications may vary without notice to improve the quality of the unit For detergent and fabric softener Drawer Drain hose Transit bolts Power plug Control panel Drain pump filter Lower cover cap If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agents or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard Drum Door Drain plug Adjustable feet Accessories I...

Page 8: ...les with the caps supplied To prevent internal damage during transport the 4 special bolts are locked Before operating the washer remove the bolts along with the rubber bungs If they are not removed it may cause heavy vibration noise and malfunction Removing transit bolts Transit bolt 8 Installation WARNING Packaging material e g Films Styrofoam can be dangerous for children There is a risk of suf...

Page 9: ...et using the transit bolt spanner provided ensuring the appliance is stable and a clearance of approximately 20mm is left between the top of the washer and the underside of any work top This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in a mobile installations such as caravans aircraft etc Do not use an extension cord or double adapter If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by...

Page 10: ...nce indicates damage or deterioration unplug it discontinue use of the appliance and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse such as being twisted kinked pinched closed in a door or walked upon Pay particular attention to plugs wall outlets and the point where the cord exits the appliance If the applia...

Page 11: ...n connecting inlet hose to the valve If the water supply pressure is more than 1000 kPa a decompression device should be installed Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary Type A Connecting Screw type hose to tap with thread Screw the hose connector onto water supply tap Connecting water supply hose Step1 Check rubber seal inlet hose Step2 Connect hose to wate...

Page 12: ...ype hose to tap without thread Step3 Connect hose to washer Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose and that they are not crushed When your washer has two valves The Inlet hose which has red connector is for the hot water tap If the washer has two valves the energy is saved by using hot valve 12 Installation NOTE After completing connection if water leaks from the hose repeat the same steps ...

Page 13: ...ect the floor from damage due to water leakage If the drain hose is too long do not force back into the washer This will cause abnormal noise When installing the drain hose to a sink secure it tightly with string Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage about 100 cm about 145 cm about 105 cm max 100 cm Hose Retainer Tie strap Laundry tub max 100 cm ...

Page 14: ...t the appliance is perfectly level use a spirit level 1 Leveling the washing machine properly prevents excessive noise and vibration Install the appliance on a solid and level floor surface preferably in a corner of the room Leveling Once the washer is level tighten the lock nuts up towards the base of the washer All lock nuts must be tightened Raise Lower Lock Nut Tighten all 4 locknuts securely ...

Page 15: ...mmend you place rubber cups under each foot under washer at least 15mm thick secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws If possible install the washer in one of the corners of the room where the floor is more stable Fit the rubber cups to reduce vibration You can obtain the rubber cups p no 4620ER4002B from the LG spares dept Rubber Cup NOTE Proper placement and leveling of the washer will ensu...

Page 16: ... Refer to 17 page 3 Press the Power button 4 Select a Program Refer to 18 20 page 5 Add detergent Refer to 26 27 page 6 Press the Start Pause button Select options at this time Refer to 22 25 page Additional Program Temperature Spin Speed Other functions 16 How to use washer ...

Page 17: ...the best results sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle Water temperature and spin speed and different fabrics need to be washed in different ways Always sort dark colors from pale colors and whites Wash separately as dye and lint transfer can occur causing discolouration of white etc If possible do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled one Soil Heavy Norma...

Page 18: ...nd mattress covers Duvet This cycle is for large items such as bed cover pillows sofa covers etc Cotton bedding except special garments delicates wool silk etc with filling duvets pillows blankets sofa covers with light filling Sports Wear This cycle is suitable for sports wear such as jogging clothes and running wear Coolmax Gore tex fleece and Sympatex Dark Wash If it s possible for clothes to d...

Page 19: ...in electricity supply and chosen additional options NOTE Neutral detergent is recommended The wool cycle features gentle tumbling and low speed spin for garment care Extra options This option is automatically included in the cycle and can not be deleted This option is automatically included in the cycle and can be deleted Cotton Cotton Eco Easy Care Mix Baby Care Silent Wash Skin Care Duvet Sports...

Page 20: ...0 800 1200 1200 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 800 1000 800 800 1000 1000 Max RPM Cotton Cotton Eco Easy Care Mix Baby Care Slient Wash Skin Care Duvet Sports Wear Dark Wash Delicate Wool Quick 30 Intensive 60 F14 1400 1400 1000 1400 1000 1000 1400 1000 800 1400 800 800 1400 1400 Program ...

Page 21: ...tons to select the desired cycle options for the selected cycle LED display The display shows the settings estimated time remaining options and status messages for your washer The display will remain on through the cycle Start Pause This Start Pause button is used to start wash cycle or pause the wash cycle If temporary stop of wash cycle is needed press the Start Pause button When in Pause the po...

Page 22: ...omized wash cycle for future use 1 Press the Power button 2 Select a cycle 3 Select the course Washing method number of rinses spin speed water temperature etc 4 Touch and hold Favorite program button for 3 seconds The Favorite program is now stored for future use To reuse the program select Favorite program and press the Start Pause Favorite How to use washer NOTE The delay time is the time to th...

Page 23: ...n it will still rotate for a short time with low speed to drain quickly NOTE R Hold Add rinse once then after rinsing process the course is paused until start button is pressed again N Hold The course is paused until start button is pressed again when rinse is finished Rinse Add rinse twice Rinse Add rinse once Rinse This can be helpful in preventing fresh stains from setting in fabrics This is a ...

Page 24: ...isplay When the child lock is set all buttons are locked except the Power button Select this function to lock the buttons on the control assembly to prevent tampering Child Lock can be set only during the washing cycle Unlocking the control panel 1 Touch and hold the Child Lock button for 3 seconds 2 A beeper will sound and the remaining time for the current programme will reappear on the LED disp...

Page 25: ...he Start Pause button to start 6 After the cycle is complete leave the door open to allow the washer door opening flexible gasket and door glass to dry Door Lock For safety reasons the door will lock while machine is in use and the Door Lock icon will light up You can safely open the door after the Door Lock icon turns off While Detecting is shown on the display the washing machine rotates slowly ...

Page 26: ...oftener will automatically be added during the last rinse cycle Do not open the drawer when water is supplied Solvents benzene etc should not be used The dispenser drawer Adding fabric softener Adding detergent and fabric softener WARNING Keep all washing detergents away from children as there is danger of poisoning Too much detergent bleach or softener may cause an overflow Be sure to use the app...

Page 27: ...ed too many suds can occur and this will decrease the washing result or cause heavy load to the motor It is recommended that you use powdered detergent for best results If you wish to use liquid detergent follow guidelines provided by the detergent manufacturer You can pour liquid detergent directly into the main detergent drawer if you are starting the cycle immediately Please do not use liquid d...

Page 28: ...idea to clean it from time to time Before cleaning the washer interior unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time e g holiday especially if there is no floor drain gully in the immediate vicinity 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Unscrew the water inlet hose 3 Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush 4 Ti...

Page 29: ... of your machine The drain pump filter 1 Open the lower cover cap pull out the hose 2 Unplug the drain plug Open the filter by turning to the left 3 Remove any extraneous matter from the pump filter 4 After cleaning turn the pump filter and insert the drain plug 5 Close the lower cover cap 1 2 Container to collect the drained water CAUTION First drain using the drain hose and then open the pump fi...

Page 30: ... necessary it can be removed completely from the machine by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out To facilitate cleaning the upper part of the fabric softener compartment can be removed 1 Pull out the dispenser drawer 4 Insert the dispenser drawer 2 Clean the dispenser drawer under water 3 Clean inside the recess with an old toothbrush 30 Maintenance ...

Page 31: ...e compartments Store washer in an upright position To remove antifreeze from washer after storage run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent Do not add wash load Cleaning your washer Cold conditions The washing drum If you live in a hard water area limescale may build up continuously in places where it cannot be seen and thus not easily removed Over time the build up of scale clogs ...

Page 32: ...ply is not adequate in area Water supply tap is not completely open Water inlet hose s are kinked The filter of the inlet hose s clogged Drain hose is kinked or clogged The drain filter is clogged Stop washer check drum and drain filter If noise continues after washer is restarted call your authorised service centre If sound continues washer is probably out of balance Stop and redistribute wash lo...

Page 33: ...he Start Pause button After pressing the Start Pause button it may take a few moments before the washer begins to spin The door must be locked before spin can be achieved Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load Rearrange load to allow proper spinning Once machine has started the door cannot be opened for safety reasons Check if the Door Lock icon is illuminated You can safely open the do...

Page 34: ...add smaller articles of laundry to balance the load and repeat the spin cycle Ensure door is not open Water overfills due to the faulty water valve Water level sensor has malfunctioned Over load in motor Check another tap in the house Fully open tap Straighten hose s Check the filter of the inlet hose Clean and straighten the drain hose Clean the drain filter Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balan...

Page 35: ...ults do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data you may be asked to try again Pressing the Power button during the transmission will shut off the SMARTDIAGNOSIS 5 Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped resume your conversation with the call center agent who will then be able to assist you ...

Page 36: ... is recommended by the owner s manual Removal of foreign objects substances from the machine including the pump and inlet hose filter For example grit nails bra wires buttons etc Replace fuses in or correct house wiring or correct house plumbing Correction of unauthorized repairs Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects with this appliance If this product ...

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