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LG F2T208WSE User Manual

LG F2T208WSE
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OWNER'S MANUAL
WASHING MACHINE
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
ENGLISH
F2T208WSE
52407196
Rev.00_062322
www.lg.com
Copyright © 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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LG F2T208WSE Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLG
ModelF2T208WSE
CategoryWasher
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Caring for the Environment

Environmental and Economical Tips

Guidance on reducing environmental impact and saving resources through efficient washing.

Energy and water consumption

Details how load weight, programme selection, and spin speed affect energy and water usage.

Detergent

Advises on selecting and using appropriate detergents for different fabric types and wash conditions.

Selecting Extra Options and Functions

Guidance on choosing optimal water temperature and using the Pre Wash option for better results.

Disposal of the Packaging Material

Instructions for environmentally responsible disposal of packaging materials, emphasizing recycling.

Disposal of Your Old Appliance

Explains proper disposal methods for old appliances according to WEEE regulations and recycling options.

Safety Instructions

Read All Instructions Before Use

Emphasizes the importance of reading and understanding all safety guidelines before operating the appliance.

Safety Messages

Explains the meaning of safety symbols (!, WARNING, CAUTION) used throughout the manual.

Warning

Provides critical safety precautions to reduce risks of explosion, fire, electric shock, injury, or scalding.

Technical Safety

Details safe usage by children and persons with reduced capabilities, requiring supervision.

Maximum Capacity

Specifies the maximum recommended load capacity for dry clothes in kg for optimal wash results.

Installation

Covers safe transportation, placement requirements, and proper electrical connection for installation.

Operation

Lists precautions for safe operation, including avoiding damaged parts and sharp objects.

Combustible Substances Warning

Warns against washing or storing flammable substances due to fire or explosion risk.

Water Leakage and Freezing

Provides precautions regarding water leaks, frozen hoses, and contact with water during operation.

Maintenance

Details essential maintenance procedures like unplugging the appliance before cleaning and proper plug handling.

Disposal

Instructions for safely discarding the appliance, including cutting the power cord and removing the door.

Installation

Parts and Specifications

Identifies the main components of the washing machine from front and rear views.

Specifications

Details the appliance's technical specifications including power supply, weight, and dimensions.

Accessories

Illustrates and names the accessories included with the washing machine, like hoses and caps.

Installation Place Requirements

Specifies requirements for the installation site, including flooring, clearances, and accessibility.

Installation Location

Specifies requirements for the installation site, including flooring, clearances, and accessibility.

Ventilation

Emphasizes ensuring adequate air circulation around the appliance and avoiding obstructions.

Ambient Temperature

Advises against installing in freezing temperatures and how to handle delivery in cold conditions.

Electrical Connection

Outlines safe electrical connection practices, including avoiding extension cords and ensuring proper earthing.

Levelling the Appliance

Provides instructions on how to remove transit bolts and level the appliance for stability.

Removing the Transit Bolt Assemblies

Details the steps to remove transit bolts and fit blanking caps for safe operation.

Checking the Level

Describes how to check if the appliance is level and stable after installation.

Adjusting and Levelling the Feet

Explains how to adjust the appliance's feet to ensure it is aligned and perfectly level.

Connecting the Water Supply Hose

Provides guidance on connecting the water supply hose, including water pressure requirements.

Checking the Rubber Seal

Advises on checking rubber seals for leaks and proper connection of the water supply hose.

Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap

Details the process of connecting the supply hose to the water tap, emphasizing hand-tightening.

Connecting the Hose to the Appliance

Instructs on connecting the supply hose to the water inlet valve at the back of the appliance.

Installing the Drain Hose

Explains how to install the drain hose, including height restrictions and securing it properly.

Installing the Drain Hose with the Elbow Bracket

Guides on using the elbow bracket to secure the drain hose and prevent water leakage.

Securing Drain Hose to Sink

Instructs on how to securely attach the drain hose to a sink using string.

Operation

Operation Overview

Guides on the initial setup and first wash cycle to clean the appliance.

Using the Appliance

Step-by-step instructions for sorting clothes, loading, adding detergent, and starting a cycle.

Caution

Warning to check the door seal and ensure no items are caught when closing the door.

End of Programme

Explains how the end of a wash cycle is indicated and notes on half-load detection.

Pause/Cancel/Add Laundry

Details how to pause, restart, add laundry, or cancel a running program using the controls.

Preparing the Wash Load

Provides guidance on sorting clothes by soil level, colour, and lint production for optimal results.

Sorting the Clothes

Provides guidance on sorting clothes by soil level, colour, and lint production for optimal results.

Checking the Clothes Care Label

Explains how to interpret care label symbols to determine fabric type and washing requirements.

Checking the Clothes before Loading

Advises on checking pockets, closing zippers, and pre-treating stains for better wash performance.

Adding Detergents and Softeners

Covers detergent dosage, types of detergents, and how to use the dispenser compartments correctly.

Using the Dispenser

Step-by-step instructions for adding detergent and softener to the correct dispenser compartments.

Fabric Softener Compartment

Information on using the fabric softener compartment for liquid or powdered softener.

Adding Water Softener

Explains how to use water softeners to improve washing in hard water areas.

Control Panel

Control Panel Features

Identifies and describes the functions of the control panel components like the programme knob and display.

Programme Knob

Explains how the programme knob selects different wash programmes and indicates the chosen one.

Display

Describes the information shown on the appliance's display, including settings and status messages.

Customizing Washing Programme Buttons

Guides on using buttons to adjust water temperature and spin speed settings for selected programmes.

Extra Options and Functions

Explains how to activate additional programmes and functions by pressing and holding buttons.

Start/Pause Button

Details the function of the Start/Pause button for initiating, pausing, or restarting the wash cycle.

Programme Table

Washing Programme

Lists various wash programmes with their recommended temperature, load capacity, and textile types.

Cotton

Details the Cotton program for very dirty textiles, including temperature and max load.

Eco 40-60

Describes the Eco 40-60 program for normally soiled cotton textiles, specifying temperature and load.

Spin + Drain

Explains how to use the Spin + Drain program for extra spin or draining water.

Hand Wash

Details the Hand Wash program for sensitive laundry, including temperature and load.

Outdoor

Describes the Outdoor program for very dirty or synthetic-mixed textiles.

Duvet

Provides information for washing fibre duvets with machine washable labels.

Jean / Dark Wash

Covers the Jean/Dark Wash program for black and dark items, advising on washing inside out.

Quick 60

Details the Quick 60 program for washing dirty, cotton, coloured, and linen textiles in 60 minutes.

Speed 12

Explains the Speed 12 program for washing lightly soiled textiles in a short time.

Note

Reminds users to follow care labels for temperature and spin speed selection.

Extra Options

Extra Options

Explains how to use and select additional functions to customize washing programmes.

Note

Clarifies LED indicators for selected and unavailable options.

Programme Options Table

Shows which extra options (Soil Level, Soil Type, Save+ mode, Speed mode) are available for each programme.

Programme Options Table

Lists available options like Pre Wash, Extra Rinse, Easy Ironing, and Anti-Allergy for each programme.

Selectable Maximum Spin Speed

Details the default and available spin speeds for each washing programme.

Selectable Maximum Spin Speed

Continues the table of default and available spin speeds for various washing programmes.

Note

Notes that actual spin speed may vary based on load conditions.

Extra Options and Functions

Customizing a Washing Programme

Explains how to customize programme settings like soil level and soil type.

Select the Soil Level

Guides on adjusting the soiling level to modify wash duration and temperature.

Warning

Warns against letting stains dry and advises on pre-treating stains on laundry.

Select the Soil Type

Details how to select soil types (Sweat, Coffee, Oil, Mix) for specific stain removal.

Note

Advises on selecting stain types before starting and how to cancel/restart if needed.

Select the water temperature

Explains how to adjust water temperature settings for the selected programme.

Select the spin speed

Guides on setting the spin speed, including decreasing it from the maximum.

Delay

Instructions on setting the delay function for automatic start after a specified time interval.

Energy/Water Efficiency Bar

Explains the energy/water efficiency indicator and how it reflects consumption.

Child Lock

Describes the Child Lock function to prevent unintended changes to the selected cycle.

To activate child lock

Provides steps to activate the Child Lock feature using specific buttons.

To deactivate the child lock

Explains how to deactivate the Child Lock feature by pressing buttons simultaneously.

Auxiliary Functions

Introduces the section on various auxiliary functions available for washing programmes.

Pre Wash

Details how to use the Pre Wash function for heavily soiled laundry and where to add detergent.

Extra Rinse

Explains how to use the Extra Rinse function for additional rinsing of laundry.

Easy Ironing

Describes the Easy Ironing function to reduce creases in clothes after washing.

Anti-Allergy

Explains the Anti-Allergy function for sensitive skin, using hot water in rinse cycles.

Save+ mode

Details the Save+ mode for extending wash duration while reducing energy and water consumption.

Speed mode

Explains the Speed mode for shortening wash duration, recommending a half load.

Maintenance

Cleaning After Every Wash

Advises on removing items promptly, wiping the door and seal, and leaving the door ajar.

Cleaning the Exterior and Drum

Provides instructions for cleaning the appliance's exterior, door, and drum, including rust stain removal.

Warning

Warning against disassembling the appliance or using sharp objects on the control panel.

Cleaning the Appliance Periodically

Provides an overview for periodic cleaning tasks of the washing machine.

Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter

Explains how to clean the water inlet filter to prevent blockages and leaks.

Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter

Details the process of cleaning the drain pump filter to remove threads and small objects.

Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer

Instructions for removing and cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer to prevent build-up.

Troubleshooting

Before Calling for Service

Advises checking common issues before contacting customer service for error messages or malfunctions.

Error Messages

Lists common error codes (E01, E02, E03, E04) and their potential causes and solutions.

Noises You Might Hear

Identifies possible causes and solutions for noises like rattling, clanking, thumping, and vibrating.

Thumping sound

Addresses thumping sounds, often due to unbalanced loads or heavy clothes.

Vibrating noise

Explains causes of vibration, including unbalanced loads, removed packaging, or uneven feet.

Operation

Troubleshoots common operation issues like water leaking, appliance not operating, or controls not set.

Appliance does not operate

Covers reasons why the appliance might not start, like an open door or tripped circuit breaker.

Appliance stops for a few minutes and then restarts

Explains that temporary stops might be due to motor protection or low water pressure.

Buttons may not function properly

Addresses issues with buttons not working, often due to the Child Lock feature.

Door does not open

Explains that the door remains locked for safety and can be opened after the cycle ends.

Appliance is not filling properly

Lists causes for improper filling, such as clogged inlet filters or kinked hoses.

Appliance does not drain water

Troubleshoots drain issues like kinked hoses or the drain being located too high.

Detergent dispensing issues

Addresses problems with detergent not dispensing correctly due to excess use or blocked filters.

Cycle time issues

Explains why cycle times might be longer than usual, like small loads or unbalanced loads.

Performance issues

Covers poor stain removal, staining, and wrinkling, suggesting causes like pre-set stains or improper sorting.

Poor stain removal

Discusses factors affecting stain removal, such as previously washed stains or improper pre-treatment.

Staining

Explains causes of staining, including overfilled dispensers or adding softener directly to the drum.

Wrinkling

Addresses wrinkling causes like overloading, reversed hoses, or high spin speeds.

Wrinkling

Further details on wrinkling causes such as overloading or incorrect hose connections.

Odour

Explains causes of musty or mildewy odours, like improper drain hose installation or uncleaned dispensers.

Performing an Emergency Water Evacuation and Opening the Locked Door

Provides steps for emergency water drainage and opening the door when the appliance is running.

Customer Care and Service

Information on contacting LG customer service, finding authorized personnel, and spare parts availability.

Appendix

Technical Data

Presents technical specifications including consumption data, unit descriptions, and programme details.

Consumption Data

Defines units used for consumption data and explains their meaning (kg, kWh, Litres, h:mm, °C, rpm, %).

Common Programmes

A table detailing consumption data (kg, h:mm, kWh, °C, Litres, rpm, %) for common wash programmes.

Model Information

Explains where to find the model name on the appliance and how to search for information in EPREL.

Note for customers

Provides context on EU energy efficiency regulations and factors affecting test results.

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