This document is an owner's manual for an LG washing machine, model FV1208S5W. It provides comprehensive information on safety, installation, operation, smart features, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Function Description
The LG FV1208S5W is a front-load washing machine designed for domestic household use. Its primary function is to wash clothes using various programmes and customizable settings. It incorporates features to ensure efficient and safe operation, including load sensing, multiple wash cycles, and options for temperature and spin speed adjustment.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model: FV1208S5W
- Power Supply: 220-240 V~, 50 Hz
- Product Weight: 56 kg
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 600 mm x 850 mm x 475 mm (D' 535 mm, D" 1015 mm)
- Maximum Capacity: 8 kg (for dry clothes in some cycles). The recommended maximum capacity varies by programme.
- Water Pressure: Must be between 50 kPa and 800 kPa. A decompression device is recommended if pressure exceeds 800 kPa.
Usage Features
The washing machine offers a variety of programmes and customizable options to suit different fabric types and soil levels:
- Control Panel: Features a Power On/Off button, Programme Knob, Start/Pause button, Extra Options and Functions buttons, Customizing Washing Programme buttons (for temperature and spin speed), and a digital display showing settings, estimated time, and status messages.
- AI DD™: Provides appropriate drum rotation actions after load sensing is completed, activated for Cotton, Mixed Fabric, and Easy Care programmes.
- Washing Programmes:
- Cotton: For normally soiled clothes, combining various drum motions. (Max. Load: Rating, 40 °C (Cold to 95 °C))
- Eco 40-60: For normally soiled cotton clothes washable at 40 °C or 60 °C. (Max. Load: Rating, 40 °C (40 °C to 60 °C))
- Mixed Fabric: For mixed fabrics, excluding special garments. (Max. Load 4 kg, 40 °C (Cold to 60 °C))
- Easy Care: For clothes that do not need ironing, suitable for Polyamide, acrylic, polyester. (Max. Load 4 kg, 40 °C (Cold to 60 °C))
- Silent Wash: For clothes with less noise and vibration, suitable for lightly soiled white cotton. (Max. Load 4 kg, 40 °C (Cold to 60 °C))
- Allergy Care: Minimizes substances causing allergic reactions, suitable for cotton, underwear, pillow covers, bed sheets, baby wear. (Max. Load 4 kg, 60 °C)
- Baby Steam Care: Helps wash food stains from baby clothes. (Max. Load 4 kg, 60 °C)
- Delicates: For machine-washable lingerie, sheer, and lacy clothes. (Max. Load 1.5 kg, 20 °C (Cold to 40 °C))
- Hand/Wool: For hand-washable and machine-washable delicate clothes, including wool, lingerie, dresses. (Max. Load 2 kg, 30 °C (Cold to 40 °C))
- Sportswear: For special garments like sports and outdoor wear, including water-repellent fabric laminate. (Max. Load 2 kg, 40 °C (Cold to 40 °C))
- Speed 14: For small loads of lightly soiled clothes (approx. 14 minutes). (Max. Load 2 kg, 20 °C (20 °C to 40 °C))
- Duvet: For large items like bed covers, pillows, sofa covers. (Max. Load 2.5 kg (1 down duvet), Cold (Cold to 40 °C))
- Tub Clean: A special function to clean the inside of the appliance.
- Rinse+Spin: Rinses and spins clothes; fabric softener can be used. (Max. Load: Rating)
- Extra Options:
- Rinse+: Adds an extra rinse cycle, recommended for detergent allergies.
- Intensive: For normal and heavily soiled clothes.
- Delay End: Sets the appliance to start automatically and finish after a specified time interval.
- Add Item: Allows adding or removing clothes after a programme has started (when water level/temperature are safe).
- Pre Wash: Recommended for heavily soiled loads.
- Settings:
- Child Lock: Disables controls to prevent accidental changes or operation, locking all buttons except Power.
- Beep On/Off: Activates/deactivates the melody played at the start and end of a cycle.
- Detergent Dispenser: Features compartments for main wash detergent, pre-wash detergent, and liquid fabric softener. Detergent dosage should follow manufacturer instructions.
- Smart Functions:
- LG ThinQ Application: Allows communication with the appliance via smartphone for convenient smart features.
- Smart Diagnosis™: Provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues, either through the app or by audible diagnosis (transmitting tones to a smartphone).
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for extending the appliance's service life:
- Cleaning After Every Wash:
- Remove items promptly to reduce wrinkling, colour transfer, and odour.
- Wipe the door and door seal to remove moisture.
- Leave the door slightly open to dry the drum.
- Wipe the appliance with a dry cloth.
- Cleaning the Exterior: Wipe spills immediately with a damp cloth, then dry. Avoid sharp objects on the surface.
- Cleaning the Door: Wash inside and outside with a damp cloth, then dry.
- Tub Clean: Run this function once a month (or more often if needed) to reduce detergent and softener build-up and eliminate bad smells/mildew. Add anti-limescale powder or tablets.
- Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter: Clean every six months (or more often in hard water areas) to remove lime or sediment. Turn off water supply, unscrew the hose, remove the filter with pliers, and clean with a brush.
- Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter: Clean every six months to ensure smooth running. Allow water to cool, unplug the appliance, open the cover cap, pull out the drain tube, remove the drain plug, drain water, then unscrew and clean the filter.
- Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer: Remove and clean the drawer and its components once or twice a month to prevent detergent and softener build-up. Rinse with warm water and dry. Clean the drawer opening with a cloth or non-metal brush.
Safety Instructions
The manual emphasizes several safety precautions:
- Children must be supervised.
- Damaged power cords must be replaced by qualified personnel.
- Use new hoses; old hoses can leak.
- Ventilation openings must not be obstructed.
- The appliance is for household use only.
- Do not operate if damaged or malfunctioning.
- Transport with two or more people.
- Do not install in damp, dusty, or outdoor areas.
- Ensure the power plug is fully inserted and not used with extension cords or multiple outlets.
- The appliance must be earthed/grounded.
- Do not apply sharp objects to the control panel.
- Do not disassemble or repair; use qualified service personnel.
- Do not push down on the open door excessively.
- Do not put animals in the appliance.
- Do not wash rugs, mats, shoes, or pet blankets.
- Keep the area around the appliance free of combustible materials.
- Do not leave the door open unsupervised, especially with children.
- Do not wash items cleaned with combustible/explosive substances.
- Never reach into the appliance while operating.
- Do not touch the door during high-temperature programmes.
- In case of water or gas leak, disconnect power and contact service.
- Turn off water taps when not in use.
- Keep detergents away from children.
- Do not touch power plug or controls with wet hands.
- Ensure proper drainage to prevent flooding.
- Wipe dirt/dust from power plug contacts.
- Disconnect power before cleaning.
- Dispose of old appliances safely, removing the door and packaging materials.
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