This document is an owner's manual for an LG washing machine, model F14WM8CN(0-9). It provides detailed instructions for installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, along with important safety guidelines and technical specifications.
Function Description
The LG washing machine is a household appliance designed for washing clothes. It features various wash programs tailored to different fabric types, soil levels, and temperatures. The machine incorporates an automatic error-monitoring system for early problem detection and diagnosis. It also includes "Smart Functions" (optional) like Tag On, Smart Diagnosis™, and Cycle Download, allowing communication with the appliance via a smartphone.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model: F14WM8CN(0-9)
- Power Supply: 220–240 V~, 50 Hz
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 600 mm x 560 mm x 850 mm
- Product Weight: 67 kg
- Wash Capacity: 8 kg
- Permissible Water Pressure: 0.1 - 1.0 MPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf/cm²)
- Energy Efficiency Class: A+++
- Weighted Annual Energy Consumption (AEC): 196 kWh/year (based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programs at 60 °C and 40 °C at full and partial load)
- Weighted Power Consumption (Off-mode/Left-on mode): 0.44 W
- Weighted Annual Water Consumption (AWC): 11700 litres/year (based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programs at 60 °C and 40 °C at full and partial load)
- Spin-Drying Efficiency Class: A
- Maximum Spin Speed: 1400 rpm (for standard 60 °C cotton program at full load or 40 °C cotton program at partial load)
- Remaining Moisture Content: 44% (for standard 60 °C cotton program at full load or 40 °C cotton program at partial load)
- Program Time (Standard 60 °C Cotton, full load): 210 min
- Program Time (Standard 60 °C Cotton, partial load): 149 min
- Program Time (Standard 40 °C Cotton, partial load): 160 min
- Duration of Left-on Mode (TI): 10 min
- Airborne Acoustical Noise Emissions (Washing/Spinning): 55/73 dB(A)
- Type: Free-Standing Washing Machine
Usage Features
The washing machine offers a variety of programs and options to customize the wash cycle:
Control Panel:
- Power Button: Turns the machine on/off and cancels the Time Delay function.
- Start/Pause Button: Starts or pauses the wash cycle.
- Display: Shows settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages.
- Programme Dial: Selects various wash programs based on laundry type.
- Options Buttons: Selects additional cycle options like "Trommelreinigung" (Tub Clean) or "Kindersicherung" (Child Lock).
Wash Programs:
- Koch-/Buntwäsche (Cotton): For colored fast garments and normally soiled cotton.
- Baumwolle+ (Cotton Large): Optimized for large cotton loads with less energy consumption.
- Pflegeleicht (Easy Care): Suitable for casual shirts that don't need ironing.
- Mix: For various fabrics to be washed simultaneously.
- Hygiene: Hot cycle for cotton, underwear, pillow covers, bed sheets, baby wear.
- Nachtprogramm (Silent Wash): Reduced noise and vibration, saves money using overnight electricity.
- Babybekleidung (Baby Care): Removes solid and protein stains, provides better rinse.
- Bettdecken (Duvet): For large items like bed covers, pillows, sofa covers.
- Sportswear: For sports and outdoor clothing.
- Dunkle Wäsche (Dark Wash): Prevents decolorization for dark cotton or mixed fabrics.
- Kurz 30 Min. (Quick 30): Fast wash for small, lightly soiled loads.
- Schonend/Wolle (Gentle Care): For hand and machine washable delicate clothes, wool, lingerie.
- Flecken (Stain Care): Washes off various stains with gradually increased water temperature.
- Download/Neu (Download Cycle): For downloadable programs; default is Rinse+Spin if no program is downloaded.
Additional Options:
- Startzeitvorwahl (Time Delay): Sets a delay for the wash cycle to start and finish automatically.
- Vorwäsche (Pre Wash): Recommended for heavily soiled laundry.
- Knitterschutz (Crease Care): Prevents creasing.
- Waschen (Wash): Includes "Zeit sparen" (Time Save) for shorter cycles on lightly soiled loads and "Intensiv" (Intensive) for normal to heavily soiled laundry.
- Schleudern (Spin): Adjusts spin speed or selects "Spin Only".
- Temp. (Temperature): Selects wash and rinse temperature combinations.
- Spülen (Rinse): Adds one or more rinse cycles.
- Spülstop (Rinse Hold): Pauses the program after the last rinse with water remaining in the drum.
- Kindersicherung (Child Lock): Locks control panel buttons to prevent tampering.
- Signalton Ein / Aus (Beep On / Off): Toggles the beeper sound.
Smart Functions (Optional):
- Tag On: Allows communication with the appliance via NFC-enabled smartphones for Smart Diagnosis™ and Cycle Download.
- Smart Diagnosis™: Provides accurate diagnosis of malfunctions to LG service centers.
- Cycle Download: Downloads new wash programs.
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for extending the life of the washing machine.
Care After Wash:
- Wipe the door and door seal to remove moisture.
- Leave the door open to dry the drum interior.
- Wipe the machine body with a dry cloth.
Cleaning the Exterior:
- Wipe spills immediately.
- Clean with a damp cloth.
- Avoid sharp objects on the surface or display.
Care and Cleaning of the Interior:
- Wipe the door opening and glass with a towel or soft cloth.
- Remove laundry promptly after cycles to prevent wrinkling, color transfer, and odor.
- Run the "Trommelreinigung" (Tub Clean) program monthly (or more often) to remove detergent buildup and residue.
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter:
- Turn off the water tap.
- Unscrew the water inlet hose.
- Carefully pull out and clean the filter with a soft brush.
- Reinstall the filter and reattach the hose.
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter:
- Open the cover cap and pull out the hose.
- Unplug the drain plug and open the filter by turning it left.
- Collect drained water in a container (be careful, water may be hot).
- Remove any extraneous matter from the pump filter.
- Reinsert the pump filter and drain plug, then close the cover cap.
Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer:
- Pull the drawer straight out until it stops, then press the disengage button to remove.
- Remove inserts and rinse them and the drawer with warm water to remove buildup.
- Clean the drawer opening recess with a cloth or small, non-metal brush.
- Wipe off moisture and replace inserts and drawer.
Caution on Freezing During Winter:
- Install the machine in a location where temperatures will not freeze.
- If installed outdoors, drain residual water from the pump and drain hose completely.
- If frozen, pour 50-60°C warm water into the drum and wait 1-2 hours for thawing, then drain water and run a Rinse and Spin cycle. Do not use boiling water.
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