This document is an owner's manual for an LG washing machine, covering models FH4G6TDY(G)(0-9), FH2G6TDY(G)(0-9), FH4G6VDY(G)(0~9), FH4G7TDY(G)(0-9), FH2G7TDY(G)(0-9), FH4G7VDY(G)(0~9), FH4G6QDY(G)(0-9), FH2G6QDY(G)(0-9), and FH2G7QDY(G)(0-9). It provides essential information for installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and warranty.
The washing machine is designed for household use, offering various wash cycles and options to cater to different fabric types and soil levels. It features a front-loading design with a drum for laundry, a dispenser drawer for cleaning products, and a control panel for program selection and settings.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Wash Capacity: Available in 9 kg, 8 kg, and 7 kg models.
- Power Supply: 220-240 V~, 50 Hz.
- Size: 600 mm (W) x 550 mm (D) x 850 mm (H).
- Product Weight: 60 kg.
- Permissible Water Pressure: 0.1 - 1.0 MPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf/cm²).
- Maximum Spin RPM: Varies by model and program, with FH4* models offering up to 1400 RPM and FH2* models up to 1200 RPM.
Usage Features:
- Control Panel: Features a Power button, Start/Pause button, Programme Dial, and Option buttons. The display shows settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages.
- Wash Cycles: Includes a variety of programs such as Cotton, Cotton Large, Easy Care, Mix, Baby Steam Care, Allergy Care, Steam Cotton, Sports Wear, Delicate, Wool, Quick 30, Intensive 60, and Rinse+Spin. Each program is tailored for specific fabric types and soil levels, with recommended temperatures and maximum loads.
- Options: Additional features can be selected for a cycle, including Time Delay, Medic Rinse, Pre Wash, Intensive, and Crease Care.
- Medic Rinse: Heats the final rinse to 40 degrees for better results or cleaner rinsing.
- Pre Wash: Recommended for heavily soiled laundry.
- Intensive: Effective for normal and heavily soiled laundry.
- Crease Care: Helps prevent creasing.
- Time Delay: Allows setting a delay for the wash cycle to start and finish at a specified time.
- Spin: Users can select the spin speed level or choose "No Spin."
- Rinse Hold: Pauses the cycle after rinsing until the Start/Pause button is pressed.
- Temp.: Selects the wash and rinse temperature combination.
- Child Lock: Locks control panel buttons to prevent tampering.
- Beep On/Off: Allows users to turn the beeper sound on or off.
- Smart Functions:
- LG ThinQ Application: Allows users to download and install the LG ThinQ app on a smartphone for smart features.
- Smart Diagnosis™ Feature: Provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance. It supports an audible diagnosis method where the user holds their phone to the appliance's logo to transmit tones for diagnosis via the app.
Maintenance Features:
- Care After Wash:
- Wipe the door and door seal to remove moisture.
- Leave the door open to dry the drum interior.
- Wipe the body with a dry cloth.
- Cleaning the Exterior: Wash with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Avoid pressing the display with sharp objects.
- Care and Cleaning of the Interior:
- Wipe around the door opening and glass with a towel or soft cloth.
- Remove items immediately after the cycle to prevent wrinkling, color transfer, and odor.
- Run the Tub Clean cycle regularly (once a month or more often) to remove detergent buildup and residue. This special cycle uses a higher water level and spin speed.
- Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter:
- Turn off the water tap and unscrew the inlet hose.
- Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush. This is recommended if water is hard or contains lime deposits, or if the 'IE' icon is displayed.
- 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 to the left.
- Collect drained water in a container.
- Remove any extraneous matter from the filter.
- After cleaning, reinsert the drain plug and turn the pump filter to the right, then close the cover cap.
- Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer:
- Remove the drawer by pulling it straight out and pressing the disengage button.
- Remove inserts and rinse them and the drawer with warm water to remove buildup.
- Clean the drawer opening with a cloth or small, non-metal brush, removing all residue.
- Wipe moisture off the recess.
- Return inserts and replace the drawer.
- Care in Cold Climates (Freezing Prevention):
- Install the product where temperatures will not drop below freezing.
- After washing, remove residual water from the pump and drain hose.
- If the product freezes, pour warm water (50-60 °C) into the drum, close the door, and wait 1-2 hours. Then, select Rinse and Spin and press Start/Pause to drain.
- If water supply problems occur due to freezing, thaw the tap and inlet hose connections with a hot water cloth, or immerse the inlet hose in warm water.
Troubleshooting:
The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues, including rattling/clanking noise, thumping sound, vibrating noise, water leaks, oversudsing, water not entering/entering slowly, water not draining/draining slowly, washing machine not starting, washing machine not spinning, door not opening, delayed wash cycle time, fabric softener overflow, softeners dispensed too early, dry problem, and odor. It also lists error messages (IE, OE, UE, dE, dE1, dE2, tE, FE, PE, LE, AE, dHE) with their causes and solutions.
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