This document describes the LG TROMM Front Load Washer, a household appliance designed for efficient and thorough laundry care. It features a 6-motion direct drive system, a dual spray system, and various smart functions for enhanced user convenience and optimal washing performance.
Function Description:
The LG TROMM Front Load Washer is designed to provide excellent washing performance for household laundry. Its core function is to clean clothes using a combination of six distinct drum motions, mimicking hand washing techniques to deliver superior cleaning results while minimizing damage to fabrics. The washer also incorporates a dual spray system that simultaneously dispenses powerful steam and detergent, achieving a level of cleaning comparable to boiling and offering sterilization and wrinkle/odor removal. It offers 14 customized washing cycles tailored to modern lifestyles, ensuring convenience and versatility. Smart features like Smart Diagnosis and Tag On (NFC) allow for easy troubleshooting, cycle downloads, and personalized washing recommendations via a smartphone app. The machine also includes drying functions, steam cleaning, and a drum sterilization cycle to maintain hygiene.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Power Supply: 220V, 60Hz (AC 220V only).
- Maximum Washing Capacity: 16 kg.
- Maximum Drying Capacity: 8.5 kg.
- Power Consumption: 330 W for cold water wash, 2200 W for hot water wash, 1920 W for drying.
- Washing Speed: 46 rpm.
- Water Pressure: 30-1000 kPa.
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 700 mm x 770 mm x 990 mm (standard model); 700 mm x 770 mm x 1360 mm (model with integrated tall storage cabinet).
- Weight: 100 kg.
- Water Supply Hoses: Two hoses (cold water-blue, hot water-orange) are provided.
- Fixing Bolts: Four fixing bolts for transport protection.
- Smart Diagnosis: Utilizes sound transmission for troubleshooting.
- Tag On (NFC): Compatible with Android smartphones for various smart functions.
Usage Features:
The washer offers a wide array of washing cycles and optional functions to cater to different laundry needs:
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Washing Cycles:
- Standard Wash: For general laundry.
- Speed Wash: For small loads with light soiling (available in 1kg and 3kg versions).
- Speed Wash + Dry: Washes and dries 1-3 shirts within an hour.
- Shirt Dry: Dries one shirt in 20 minutes after spin-drying.
- Duvet: For blankets and mats.
- Lingerie/Wool: For delicate fabrics prone to shrinking or deformation.
- Download Cycle: Allows downloading specialized cycles via the LG Smart Washer app (e.g., Air Cleaning, Double Rinsing, Quiet, Old Stains, Cold Water Washing, Color Care, Spin Drying Only). If no cycle is downloaded, it defaults to Cold Water Washing.
- Cold Water Wash: Energy-saving cycle for lightly soiled laundry.
- Daily Cycle: Selects from Standard Wash, Speed, Rinse+Spin, and Spin Dry.
- Hygiene Cycle: Selects from Standard Boil, Baby Clothes, Lingerie, and Cotton Inner Wear.
- Custom Cycle: Selects from Wool/Fine, Y-shirts, Towel, and Download cycles.
- Boiling Wash: Sterilizes and whitens cotton innerwear and baby clothes (available in Standard and 3kg versions).
- Soak: For old stains, uses 60°C hot water.
- Baby Clothes: Hygienic wash for baby clothes.
- Cotton Underwear: Simple wash for cotton innerwear.
- Y-Shirt: Minimizes damage to frequently washed Y-shirts.
- Towel: For towels with hand wash marks.
- Duvet Sterilization/Fluff Removal: Removes odors and moisture from bedding using air only, without water.
- Steam Cleaning: Removes wrinkles and odors from clothes using air and steam.
- Allergy Care: Removes allergens like pet hair, dust mites, and mold.
- Air Cleaning: Removes wrinkles and odors from clothes using air and steam.
- Quiet Wash: Reduces noise for nighttime or when a baby is sleeping.
- Functional Wear: For mountain wear, gym wear, or leisure wear.
- Color Care: Preserves clothing colors.
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Optional Functions:
- Wash: Changes washing method (e.g., Intensive, Standard, Light).
- Rinse: Changes the number of rinsing cycles (e.g., Rinse+, Gentle Rinse, Hot Water Rinse).
- Spin: Changes spin-drying level.
- Reservation: Schedules washing to finish at a specific time (3-19 hours).
- Button Lock (Child Lock): Prevents accidental operation by children.
- Drum Sterilization: Sterilizes the washing drum.
- Add Laundry: Allows adding laundry or removing foreign objects during operation.
- Steam: Washes old stains or sterilizes innerwear.
- My Favorite: Designates and saves frequently used washing methods.
- Turbo Shot: Reduces washing time.
- Wrinkle Care: Reduces wrinkles in laundry.
- Soak: Soaks laundry before the main wash.
- Pre-Wash: Pre-washes heavily soiled laundry.
- Water Temperature: Changes water temperature (Cold, 30°C, 40°C, 60°C, 95°C).
- Button Sound: Turns button sounds on/off.
- Drain Stop: Prevents automatic draining after washing.
- Drying: Changes drying method (e.g., Standard Dry, Turbo Dry, Powerful Dry, Time Dry, Iron Dry, Air Dry).
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User Interface: Features a function control unit with buttons and a cycle selection dial. The display shows remaining time, reservation time, error alerts, and door lock status.
Maintenance Features:
Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial for the washer's longevity and performance.
- Detergent Box Cleaning: Gently press the fabric softener cap, pull out the detergent box, and clean it thoroughly with a toothbrush. Recommended weekly.
- Washing Drum Cleaning: Use the "Drum Sterilization" cycle with chloride-based whitening liquid (54 ml liquid or 54 g powder, or 10 ml oxygen-based whitener for Commencer models). Recommended monthly or when notified by the machine.
- Water Circulation Filter Cleaning: Open the washer door, locate the filter in the upper center of the rubber packing, and remove any foreign substances.
- Rubber Packing Cleaning: Dilute oxygen-based whitener (5 g in 5 L lukewarm water), wear rubber gloves, and wipe the packing thoroughly. Remove water with a dry patch and leave the door open to dry. Recommended monthly.
- Water Supply Inlet Net Cleaning: Close the faucet, disconnect the water supply hose, and remove the net with hands or pliers. Clean wastes with a toothbrush. Periodically clean to prevent clogging.
- Discharge Pump Net Cleaning: Open the service cover at the bottom, remove the residual water removal hose cap to drain water, then unscrew the pump cap to remove and clean the net. Ensure hot water is not present before opening. Reassemble securely to prevent leaks.
- Winter Freezing Management:
- Prevention: Drain residual water from the pump hose and drain hose, and disconnect the cold water supply hose.
- Thawing: Pour warm water (50-60°C) into the drum and let it sit for 1-2 hours to thaw. Thaw frozen water supply hoses with warm water towels.
- Troubleshooting Guide: The manual provides a comprehensive list of alarms and symptoms with corresponding causes and troubleshooting steps, allowing users to resolve common issues before contacting customer service.
The LG TROMM Front Load Washer is designed for ease of use, efficiency, and advanced cleaning capabilities, making it a versatile and reliable appliance for modern households.