LG F12U2TDN5, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...FL68128002 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: ... 24 Tub Clean 25 Door Lock Detecting 25 Before using the Tag On function Turning on the NFC function of the smart phone 26 The Tag On guide 27 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 washing machine Mo...

Page 3: ...s Download Cycle Washing Coach One Touch Washing etc when you touch the Tag On logo of the washing machine by using your smartphone with NFC 6 Motion Washer is able to perform various drum actions or a combination of different actions depending on the wash program selected Combined with a controlled spin speed and the ability of the drum to rotate both left and right the wash performance of the ma...

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: ...sers dry cleaning solvents kerosene etc which may ignite or explode Oil may remain in the tub after a whole cycle resulting in fire during drying So do not load oiled clothes Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials such as lint paper rags chemicals etc The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision Do not allo...

Page 6: ... 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 outlet installed by a qualified electrician GROUNDING...

Page 7: ...0 kgf cm2 The appearance and 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 ...

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: ...t circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits Check the specification page of this owner s manual to be certain Do not overload wall outlets Overloaded wall outlets loose or damaged wall outlets extension cords frayed power cords or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous Any of these conditions could result in an electric shock or fire Period...

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: ...y 1 Sort Laundry Refer to 17 page 3 Press the Power button 4 Select a Program Refer to 18 20 page 5 Add detergent Refer to 28 29 page 6 Press the Start Pause button Select options at this time Refer to 22 25 page Options Temperature Spin Speed 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: ... 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 decolourate please use this cycle The cycle prevent decolorization Please use detergent for colored fabrics Dark garments made from cotton or mixed fabrics Speed 14 This cycle provides fast washing time for small loads and lightly soil...

Page 19: ...programmes in terms of combined energy and water consumptions for washing that type of cotton laundry Actual water temperature may differ from the declared cycle temperature The test results depend on water pressure water hardness water inlet temperature room temperature type and amount of load degree of soiling utilized detergent fluctuations in the main electricity supply and chosen additional o...

Page 20: ...1200 1200 1200 1200 1200 1000 1000 1000 800 1200 800 800 1200 F14 F12 Program Program Cotton 40 C Cotton Large 60 C 96 221 40 51 53 53 55 35 0 72 0 43 Time in minutes Remaining moisture content 1400 rpm 1200 rpm Water in Liter Energy in kWh Cotton Cotton Large Easy Care Mix Hygiene Silent Wash Baby Care Duvet Sports Wear Dark Wash Speed 14 Gentle Care Stain Care ...

Page 21: ...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 touch the Start Pause button When in Pause the power is turned off automatically after 4 minutes Options This allows you to select an additional cycle and will light when selected U...

Page 22: ...sh after a specified time interval Delay NOTE The delay time is the time to the end of the programme not the start The actual running time may vary due to water temperature wash load and other factors If you want to prevent creasing select Crease Care option 1 Press the Power button 2 Select a cycle 3 Touch the Crease Care button 4 Press the Start Pause button Crease Care If the laundry is heavily ...

Page 23: ... Spin By touching the Temp button the water temperature can be selected Cold 20 C 30 C 40 C 60 C 95 C Water temperature can be selected according to the program Temp Rinse plus Add rinse once Rinse Hold The cycle is paused until start button is touched again when rinse is finished Rinse When you select No Spin it will still rotate for a short time with low speed to drain quickly NOTE ...

Page 24: ...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 display Child Lock Beep On Off How...

Page 25: ...ay 5 Press the 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 rot...

Page 26: ...your smart phone The Tag On function can only be used with most smart phones equipped with the NFC function and based on the Android operating system OS 1 Enter the Settings menu of the smart phone and select Share Connect under WIRELESS NETWORKS 2 Set NFC and Direct Android Beam to ON and select NFC 3 Check Use Read and Write P2P receive Turning on the NFC function of the smart phone NOTE Dependi...

Page 27: ...on the appliance If you do not know the position of your NFC antenna move your smart phone very slightly in a circular motion until the application verifies the connection Because of the characteristics of NFC if the transmission distance is too far or if there is a metal sticker or a thick case on the phone transmission will not be good In some cases NFC equipped phones may be unable to transmit ...

Page 28: ...n Softener 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 ...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...od 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...

Page 31: ... 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 32: ...ater If 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 brush Maintenance ...

Page 33: ...o 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 appliances and if it is not kept in check these may have to be replaced Although the washing drum is made of Stainless steel specks of rust can be caused by ...

Page 34: ...upply 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 ...

Page 35: ...he Start Pause button After touching 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 36: ...le 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 ba...

Page 37: ...hree seconds while holding the phone mouthpiece to the icon or Power button 4 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished This takes about 6 seconds and the display will count down the time For best results 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 5 On...

Page 38: ...roperty caused by possible defects with this appliance If this product is used for commercial purpose it is not warranted Example Public places such as public bathroom lodging house training center dormitory If the product is installed outside the normal service area any cost of transportation involved in the repair of the product or the replacement of a defective part shall be borne by the owner ...

Page 39: ... efficiency class on a scale from G least efficient to A most efficient Maximum spin speed attained for the standard 60 C cotton programme at full load or the standard 40 C cotton programme at partial load whichever is the lower and remaining moisture content attained for the standard 60 C cotton programme at full load or the standard 40 C cotton programme at partial load whichever is the greater ...

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