This document is an owner's manual for an LG front-loading washing machine, model numbers F1258RD, F1258RDW, F1258RD2, F151258RD29, F1258RD24, WD581202RC, F1258RD29, and WD581242RC, F1258RD9.
Function Description
The LG washing machine is a front-loading appliance designed for washing and drying textile materials. It incorporates several features to enhance performance and user convenience:
- Ultra Capacity: The large drum enables higher head drop and stronger centrifugal force, reducing tangling and wrinkling, suitable for heavy loads like king size comforters, blankets, and curtains.
- Direct Drive System: Utilizes an advanced Brushless DC motor that directly drives the drum without a belt and pulley, contributing to efficiency and durability.
- Tilted Drum and Extra Large Door Opening: The tilted drum and large door opening make loading and unloading clothes easier.
- Water Circulation: A spray detergent solution and water are applied to the load, accelerating soaking and thorough washing. The detergent suds are removed more easily during the rinse cycle, and the water circulation system uses both water and detergent more efficiently.
- RollerJets: Washing ball enhancers improve wash performance and reduce damage to clothing. The jets spray and help tumble clothes to enhance washing performance while maintaining fabric care.
- Built-in Heater: An internal heater automatically heats the water to the best temperature for selected cycles.
- Auto Restart: This feature allows the program to restart automatically from the stage where it stopped in case of a power failure.
- Child Lock: Prevents children from pressing any button to change settings during operation.
Important Technical Specifications
- Type: Front loading washing machine
- Power Supply: 220-240 V~, 50 Hz
- Dimensions (W × D × H): 686 mm × 756 mm × 983 mm
- Weight: 91 kg
- Wash Capacity/Max. Watt: 15 kg (2200 W)
- Dry Capacity/Max. Watt: 8 kg (2150 W)
- Spin Speed: 1200 rpm max.
- Water Consumption: 180 l
- Permissible Water Pressure: 0.3-10 kgf/cm² (30-1000 kPa)
- Accessories: Inlet hose (1EA), Spanner
Usage Features
The washing machine offers various cycles and options controllable via a knob and buttons on the control panel, with feedback provided by an LED display.
Operating the Washer:
- Power ON/OFF Button: Turns the washer on or off. Pressing it during a cycle will cancel the cycle and any load settings.
- Cycle Selector Knob: Selects the desired wash cycle. Preset WASH, RINSE, SPIN, TEMP, and Option settings are displayed.
- Cycle Setting Buttons: Allows adjustment of WASH, RINSE, SPIN, and TEMP settings for the selected cycle. Not all settings are available for every cycle.
- Option Buttons: Selects additional cycle options like ADD LOAD or DELAY WASH.
- START/PAUSE Button: Initiates or pauses the selected cycle. The door latches, and the display shows the estimated time remaining. The washer calculates the wash load and optimizes time.
- Delay Wash Button: Delays the start of the wash cycle by 3-hour increments, up to 19 hours.
- LED Display: Shows settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages.
- Cycle Completion Indicator: Shows the current stage (WASH, RINSE, SPIN, DRY).
- Estimated Time Remaining: Displays the calculated time for the selected cycle.
- Door Lock Indicator: Illuminates when the door is locked during operation. The door unlocks after the cycle or by pressing START/PAUSE, provided temperature and water level are safe.
- Delay Wash Indicator: Shows when Delay Wash is activated.
Wash Cycles:
- TUB CLEAN: Sterilizes the inside of the washing machine.
- SANITARY: For heavily soiled underwear, work clothes, diapers. (Temp: 95°C)
- SPORTS WEAR: For functional clothing (sports, alpine, workout). (Temp: 30°C or Cold)
- SPEED WASH: For lightly soiled clothing and small loads. (Temp: 40°C or Cold)
- NORMAL: For cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets, jeans, mixed loads. (Temp: 40°C, 60°C or Cold)
- SILENT: For cotton, linen, towels, shirts, sheets, jeans, mixed loads, with reduced noise. (Temp: 40°C, 60°C or Cold)
- WOOL: For machine-washable woolen items (less than 8 lbs), using neutral detergents. (Temp: 40°C or Cold)
- DUVET: For large items like blankets and comforters. (Temp: Cold, 30°C, 40°C)
- RINSE+SPIN: Drying after rinsing without washing.
Drying Options:
- LOW TEMP: For delicate fabrics.
- IRON: For damp drying fabrics (items to be ironed).
- NORMAL: For general drying.
- MORE: For heavier fabrics.
- TIMED DRY: 30/60/90/120/150 minutes.
- Automatic Dry: Electronic sensors adjust drying temperature based on fabric type, load size, and desired dryness level.
Special Functions:
- CHILD LOCK: Activates by pressing and holding WASH and RINSE buttons for 3 seconds, disabling controls.
- ADD LOAD: Allows opening the door during processing to add or remove laundry.
Detergent and Fabric Softener:
- The dispenser drawer has compartments for main wash detergent, pre-wash detergent, and fabric softener.
- Do not exceed the maximum fill line for fabric softener to prevent early dispensing and stains.
- Fabric softener is added during the last rinse cycle.
- Solvents are not allowed.
- For hard water areas, a water softener (e.g., Anti limescale (Clagon)) can be used.
Maintenance Features
Safety Precautions:
- Unplug the power cord before cleaning the washer interior.
- When disposing, cut off the mains cable and destroy the plug, disable the door lock to prevent children from being trapped.
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter:
- An "IE" error message indicates water supply issues, often due to a clogged inlet filter.
- Procedure:
- Turn off the water tap.
- Unscrew the water inlet hose.
- Clean the filter with a hard bristle brush.
- Tighten the inlet hose.
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter:
- Prevents threads and small objects from clogging the pump.
- Procedure:
- Open the lower cover cap.
- Pull out the drain plug to drain water into a vessel.
- Remove any foreign material from the pump filter.
- After cleaning, turn the pump filter clockwise and insert the drain plug to the original place, then close the lower cover cap.
Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer:
- Detergents and fabric softeners can leave deposits.
- Clean regularly with running water.
- The drawer can be removed by pressing the catch downwards and pulling it out.
- The upper part of the fabric softener compartment can be removed for easier cleaning.
Cleaning the Drawer Recess:
- Detergent can accumulate in the recess; clean with an old toothbrush.
- After cleaning, replace the drawer and run a rinse cycle without laundry.
Cleaning the Washing Drum:
- Limescale can build up in hard water areas.
- Specks of rust can be caused by small metal articles left in the drum.
- Clean the drum periodically.
- Use descaling agents, dyes, or bleaches suitable for washing machines.
- Remove spots with a stainless steel cleaning agent; never use steel wool.
Cleaning the Water Circulation Nozzle:
Cleaning the Washer Exterior:
- Use a soft cloth and a neutral non-abrasive household detergent.
- Wipe off spills immediately with a damp cloth.
- Do not use methylated spirits, diluents, or similar products.
Cleaning the Washer Interior:
- Dry the door opening, flexible gasket, and door glass.
- Run a complete cycle using hot water.
- Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as safe for washing machines.
Winterizing Instructions:
- If the washer is stored in an area where temperatures may drop below 0°C:
- Turn off the water supply tap.
- Disconnect hoses from the water supply and drain water from hoses.
- Plug the electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
- Add 1 gallon (3.8L) of nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze into an empty wash drum. Close the door.
- Set spin cycle and let the washer spin for 1 minute to drain all water.
- Unplug the electrical power cord, dry the drum interior, and close the door.
- Remove the dispenser drawer, drain and dry excess water from the compartments.
- Store the washer in an upright position.
- To remove antifreeze after storage, run an empty wash cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.
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