This document is an owner's manual for an LG washing machine, model numbers F4J6JY(P)(0~9)W/S, F14WM10ES0, and F104J6JY0W. It provides comprehensive information on installation, operation, smart functions, maintenance, troubleshooting, warranty, and operating data.
Function Description
The LG washing machine is designed to clean laundry using various wash cycles and options. It features a drum for holding clothes, a dispenser drawer for cleaning products, and a control panel for selecting programmes and settings. The machine is equipped with Smart ThinQ technology, allowing for remote control and monitoring via a smartphone application, and Smart Diagnosis™ for easy troubleshooting. It also includes features for adding cleaning products, sorting laundry, and managing different fabric types and soil levels.
Important Technical Specifications
- Wash Capacity: 10 kg
- Power Supply: 220 - 240 V~, 50Hz
- Size (W x D x H): 600 mm x 610 mm x 850 mm
- Product Weight: 67 kg
- Permissible Water Pressure: 0.1 - 1.0 MPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf / cm²)
- Maximum Spin Speed (Max RPM):
- Cotton, Cotton+, Easy Care, Mix, Allergy Care, Dark Wash, Quick 30, Stain Care: 1400 rpm
- Baby Steam Care, Silent Wash, Duvet: 1000 rpm
- Sports Wear, Gentle Care: 800 rpm
- Energy Efficiency Class (EU No 106/2010): A+++
- Energy Consumption (kWh/year): 143 kWh/year (based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60 °C and 40 °C at full and partial load)
- Water Consumption (litres/year): 10700 litres/year (based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60 °C and 40 °C at full and partial load)
- Spin-drying efficiency class: A
- Airborne acoustical noise emissions (dB(A) re 1 pW):
- Washing: 55 dB(A)
- Spinning: 73 dB(A)
Usage Features
- Installation:
- Requires a stable, level surface with at least 2 cm clearance on the sides and back, and 0.5 cm at the top.
- Must be installed in a dry, dust-free area, away from direct sunlight, wind, rain, or freezing temperatures.
- Transit bolts must be removed before operation.
- Can be installed on wooden floors with rubber cups to reduce vibration.
- Water supply hose connection requires proper tightening to avoid leaks.
- Drain hose should be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor to prevent abnormal noise.
- Operation:
- Sorting Laundry: Categorize laundry by fabric type, soil level, colour, and load size.
- Adding Cleaning Products: Detergent, fabric softener, and bleach are added to the dispenser drawer. Tablets can be placed directly into the drum.
- Control Panel: Features a Power button, Start/Pause button, Display, Programme Knob, and Options.
- Programmes: Includes Cotton, Cotton+, Easy Care, Mix, Allergy Care, Duvet, Sports Wear, Baby Steam Care, Silent Wash, Dark Wash, Quick 30, Gentle Care, Stain Care, and Download Cycle. Each programme has specific temperature and maximum load recommendations.
- Extra Options: Time Save, Intensive, Rinse+, Delay End, Crease Care, Pre Wash.
- Option Programme Details:
- Delay End: Sets a time delay for the washing machine to start and finish.
- Intensive: Recommended for normal and heavily soiled laundry.
- Crease Care: Helps prevent creasing.
- Pre Wash: Recommended for heavily soiled laundry.
- Time Save: Reduces the time of a wash programme.
- Rinse+: Adds an extra rinse cycle.
- Add Item: Allows adding or removing laundry after the wash programme has started, provided the water level and temperature are suitable.
- Temp.: Selects the wash and rinse temperature combination.
- Spin: Adjusts the spin speed level.
- Child Lock: Prevents children from changing cycles or operating the appliance.
- Beep On / Off: Toggles the sound of the appliance.
- Smart Functions:
- Smart ThinQ Application: Allows installation and download of new and special cycles, and remote control of the appliance. Uses Tag On function (NFC) for communication.
- Smart Diagnosis™: Provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance based on the pattern of use. Requires placing a smartphone near the Smart Diagnosis™ logo on the appliance and pressing the Temp. button for three seconds.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning Your Washing Machine:
- Care After Wash: Wipe the door and the inside of the door seal to remove moisture. Leave the door open to dry the drum interior.
- Cleaning the Exterior: Wipe off spills and use a damp cloth. Do not use sharp objects.
- Cleaning the Interior: Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washing machine door opening and door glass. Remove items from the washing machine as soon as the cycle is complete. Run the Tub Clean programme once a month.
- Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter: Turn off the water supply, unscrew the water supply hose, and clean the filter with a hard bristle brush.
- Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter: Open the cover cap, pull out the hose, unplug the drain plug, collect the drained water, and remove any extraneous matter from the pump filter.
- Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer: Remove the detergent dispenser drawer, rinse the inserts and the drawer with warm water to remove buildup, and dry them. Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.
- Tub Clean (Optional): A special programme to clean the inside of the washing machine.
- Caution on Freezing During Winter:
- If the product does not operate normally due to freezing, ensure it is installed outside in a porch or other outdoor conditions.
- To prevent freezing, remove water remaining inside the pump completely, close the hose plug, and remove residual water from the water inlet hose.
- If the drain hose is installed in a curved shape, the inner hose may freeze.
- To handle freezing, empty the drum, pour warm water (50-60 °C) into the rubber part inside the drum, close the door, and wait 1-2 hours. Open the cover cap and hose plug to extract water. Thaw out the tap and both connection areas of the inlet hose with warm water, then take out the inlet hose and immerse it in warm water (50-60 °C).
Safety Instructions
The manual outlines important safety guidelines, categorized as 'WARNING' and 'CAUTION'.
- WARNING: Indicates potential for serious injury or death if instructions are not followed. This includes risks of explosion, fire, electric shock, injury, or scalding.
- Children aged 8 and above, and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, can use the appliance with supervision and instruction. Children under 3 should be kept away.
- Never operate a damaged or malfunctioning appliance.
- Transport with two or more people.
- Do not install in damp, dusty, or outdoor areas subject to weathering.
- Tighten the drain hose.
- Do not use a damaged power cord or loose socket outlet.
- Do not plug multiple socket outlets or extension cables.
- Appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door, or a door with a hinge on the opposite side.
- Must be grounded.
- Do not attempt to separate panels or disassemble the appliance.
- Do not put animals or pets into the appliance.
- Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free of combustible materials.
- Do not leave the appliance door open.
- Use new hose-set supplied with the appliance.
- Do not put in, wash in, or spot with combustible or explosive substances.
- Never reach into the appliance while it is operating.
- In case of flood, disconnect the power plug.
- Do not push down the door excessively.
- Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.
- Do not use flammable gas and combustible substances near the appliance.
- Keep all washing detergents, softener, and bleach away from children.
- Do not touch the power plug or controls with wet hands.
- Do not bend the power cable excessively or place heavy objects on it.
- Do not wash rugs, mats, shoes, or pet blankets.
- This appliance is for domestic household purposes only.
- If there is a gas leakage, ventilate the area immediately.
- Securely plug the power plug into the socket outlet.
- Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.
- Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance.
- Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable.
- Before discarding, unplug and cut off the cable.
- Dispose of all packaging materials away from children.
- Remove the door before disposing of or discarding the appliance to avoid trapping children or small animals.
- CAUTION: Indicates potential for minor injury or damage to the product.
- Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in electric shock.
- Do not modify the power plug.
- Do not place or store laundry products on top of the appliance.
- This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as caravans, aircraft, etc.
- The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet.
- Do not use an extension cord or double adapter.
- Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use.
- Connect the appliance to an earthed socket.
- The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible.
- Repairs and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel.
- Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor with pieces of wood, cardboard, or similar materials.
- When adding laundry, make sure to completely push it into the drum.
- Forcing the door open may cause damage.
- If the door opens while there are suds and water in the drum, the suds and water may flow, causing burn injury or wet floor.
Troubleshooting
The manual provides a detailed troubleshooting guide for common issues, including:
- Rattling and clanking noise (check pockets, zippers, transit bolts).
- Thumping sound (heavy wash loads, unbalanced load).
- Vibrating noise (unlevel appliance, transit bolts not removed).
- Water leaks (loose hoses, clogged drain pipes).
- Oversudsing (too much detergent).
- Water not entering/draining (inadequate water supply, kinked hoses, clogged drain filter, electrical power issues).
- Washing machine not starting (door not closed, power issues).
- Washing machine not spinning (door not firmly shut, unbalanced load).
- Door not opening (door lock icon illuminated, imbalance detected).
- Wash cycle time delayed (imbalance detected, too much softener).
- Fabric softener overflow (too much softener).
- Dry problem (check water supply).
- Odor (rubber attached to machine, dirty gasket/door seal area, foreign substances in drain pump filter, clogged drain hose, lint/other laundry matter sticking to heater, wet clothes with hot air).
Error Messages
The manual lists various error messages displayed on the machine and their corresponding solutions:
- IE (Water supply not adequate): Check tap, hoses, and aqua stop supply hose.
- UE (Load is too small/out of balance): Add items or rearrange load.
- OE (Drain hose kinked/clogged, drain filter clogged): Clean/straighten drain hose, clean drain filter.
- dE, dE1, dE2, dE4 (Door not open, door sensor malfunctioned): Close door completely, call for service if dE4.
- tE, EE (Control error): Unplug power plug, call for service.
- FE (Water overfills due to faulty water valve): Close water tap, unplug power plug, call for service.
- PE (Malfunction of water level sensor): Close water tap, unplug power plug, call for service.
- LE (Over load in motor): Allow machine to cool, then restart cycle.
- FF (Is supply/drain hose or drain pump frozen?): Supply warm water into drum, unfreeze drain hose/pump.
- AE (Water leaks): Call for service.
- dHE (Does not dry): Call for service.
Warranty
The warranty covers manufacturing defects and issues arising from normal household use. It does not cover:
- Service trips for installation, instruction, or repair of cosmetic damage.
- Failure due to power failures or inadequate electrical service.
- Damage from leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, or inadequate water supply.
- Damage from operating the product in a corrosive atmosphere.
- Damage from accidents, pests, vermin, lightning, fire, floods, or acts of God.
- Damage from unauthorized modification or alteration.
- Damage from incorrect electrical current, voltage, or plumbing codes.
- Damage from commercial or industrial use, or use of accessories/components/consumable cleaning products not approved by LG.
- Damage from transportation and handling, including scratches, dents, chips, and other damage to the finish.
- Removal or missing items.
- Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined.
- Increases in utility costs.
- Repairs not outlined in the owner's manual.
- Costs associated with removal of the product from your home for repairs.
- Removal and reinstallation of the product if it is installed in an inaccessible location.
- Damage from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance.
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