This document is an owner's manual for an LG washing machine, providing instructions for installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. It also includes safety guidelines and warranty information.
Function Description
The LG washing machine is designed to clean various types of laundry using different wash cycles and settings. It incorporates smart functions for remote control and diagnosis.
Important Technical Specifications
The manual lists specifications for two types of washing machines:
Type 1 (Model TSA13ND6):
- Power Supply: 220 V~, 50 Hz
- Size (W x D x H): 590 mm x 606 mm x 990 mm
- Product Weight: 45 kg
- Allowable Water Pressure: 30 - 800 kPa
- Max. Capacity: 13 kg
Type 2 (Models T2112VSSAV and TSA115ND6):
- Power Supply: 220 V~, 50 Hz
- Size (W x D x H): 540 mm x 540 mm x 945 mm
- Product Weight: 41.5 kg
- Allowable Water Pressure: 30 - 800 kPa
- Max. Capacity:
- T2112VSSAV: 12 kg
- TSA115ND6: 11.5 kg
The capacity refers to the maximum mass of dry cloth in kilograms.
Usage Features
The washing machine offers a range of features for convenient and effective laundry care:
Control Panel:
- Power Button: Turns the machine on/off. The appliance automatically turns off after a certain time once the wash is completed.
- Start/Pause Button: Starts or pauses the wash cycle. For customer safety, the door locks automatically during operation. Pressing Start/Pause unlocks the door to add laundry.
- Program Button: Selects from various wash programs based on laundry type. A lamp indicates the selected program.
- Option Button: Selects desired options.
- Display: Shows settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages. Default settings illuminate when the product is turned on.
Wash Programmes:
- Normal: For normal loads, automatically detecting load size and adjusting settings.
- Whitening (for steam models): Efficiently removes stains, heating water to about 40 °C. Recommended for loads under 3.5 kg.
- Allergy Care (for steam models): High-temperature program to reduce allergens. Not recommended for delicate fabrics. Recommended for loads under 2.5 kg.
- Smart Rinse (Optional): Enhances rinsing performance, suitable for sensitive skin.
- Eco Wash: Consumes less water and electricity for normal clothes.
- Quick Wash: For lightly soiled clothes in a short time. Recommended for loads under 2.5 kg.
- Delicates: For delicate fabrics like lingerie and woolens, using a slow spin and cold water.
- Pre Wash + Normal: Pre-treats immediate stains without handwashing.
- School Care: For school uniforms, with a longer wash time and slow spin to reduce noise.
- Duvet: For blankets or bedclothes with a hand wash sign. Recommends using a laundry net and washing one by one.
- Favorite: Stores a customized wash cycle for future use.
Option Programmes:
- Water Level: Adjusts water level manually or automatically.
- Wash: Changes laundry time and wash actions.
- Rinse: Changes the number of rinses. Includes an "Intensive Rinse" option for effective detergent removal.
- Spin: Changes spin strength. Includes an "Air Dry" function to minimize moisture.
- Steam (for steam models): Uses steam, automatically selected in Allergy Care.
- Time Delay: Sets a delayed start/finish time for the wash cycle, up to 18 hours.
- Soak: Soaks heavily soiled laundry to remove dirt and grime.
- Delicate Wave (for non-steam models): Controls water wave strength, initially set to "medium."
- Strong Wave: Controls water wave strength, initially set to "medium."
- Tub Dry: Dries the empty tub after a wash.
- Buzzer: Toggles alarm sounds on/off.
Manual Washing:
Allows selection of Rinse/Spin, Spin only, Rinse only, or Wash only cycles.
Special Functions:
- Child Lock: Disables controls to prevent children from changing programs or operating the appliance. Activated by pressing and holding the Rinse button for 3 seconds.
Smart Functions (LG SmartThinQ Application):
- Wi-Fi Function: Communicates with the appliance from a smartphone.
- Washer Cycle (Remote Start, Download Cycle): Sets or downloads preferred cycles and operates remotely. Remote Start locks the door automatically.
- Tub Clean Coach: Indicates remaining cycles before a Tub Clean is needed.
- Energy Monitoring: Checks energy consumption of recent cycles and monthly average.
- Smart Diagnosis™: Provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues based on usage patterns.
- Push Alert: Receives appliance status notifications.
Maintenance Features
- Care After Wash:
- Regularly use WARM or HOT wash cycles (e.g., every 5th wash) if primarily using COLD water.
- Turn off taps and unplug the power cord after use.
- Wipe the door and door seal to remove moisture.
- Leave the door open to dry the drum interior.
- Wipe the machine body with a dry cloth.
- Cleaning the Exterior:
- Wipe off spills immediately with a damp cloth.
- Avoid pressing the display with sharp objects.
- Dispenser Drawer:
- Remove and check for detergent/softener buildup once or twice a month.
- Tub Clean:
- Special cycle to clean the inside of the washing machine.
- Add antilimescale to the main wash compartment.
- After the cycle, leave the door open to dry.
- Quick Tub Clean (Optional):
- Cleans inner and outer tubs quickly, recommended before washing baby clothes.
- Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter:
- Turn off the water tap and unscrew the supply hose.
- Clean the filter with a hard bristle brush. Recommended periodically, especially with hard water or lime deposits.
- Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter (Optional):
- Collects threads and small objects. Check regularly.
- Empty water from the tub by running a spin-only cycle before cleaning.
- Turn the cap counter-clockwise and pull out the filter.
- Remove foreign objects and fluff.
- Reinsert the filter and turn the cap clockwise.
- Caution on Freezing During Winter:
- Install the product in a non-freezing location.
- If installed outdoors, disconnect the cold supply hose and drain water from it.
- To handle freezing, thaw the tap and hose connections with hot water, and immerse the supply hose in warm water (50-60 °C).
Safety Instructions
The manual emphasizes safety with "WARNING" and "CAUTION" labels:
- Children in the Household: Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
- Installation: Do not operate if damaged, ensure secure transport, tighten drain hose, use proper power cord/outlet, avoid damp/dusty places, do not obstruct ventilation, avoid multi-outlets, and ensure proper grounding.
- Operation: Do not use sharp objects on controls, keep area free of combustibles, do not put animals in, do not leave door open, use new hoses, turn off water taps to relieve pressure, do not reach into operating appliance, and do not wash/dry items with flammable substances.
- Maintenance: Unplug before cleaning, ensure secure plug connection, do not spray water, unplug by gripping the plug, and only qualified personnel should repair/modify.
- Disposal: Unplug, cut power cord, dispose of packaging materials away from children, and remove the door to prevent entrapment.
- One Valve Model: Do not connect to hot water supply.
Troubleshooting
The manual provides a table for diagnosing common problems and their solutions, including:
- Rattling/Clanking Noise: Check for foreign objects in the drum.
- Thumping Sound: Redistribute heavy wash loads.
- Vibrating Noise: Ensure proper leveling, remove packaging materials, and check floor rigidity.
- Poor Stain Removal: Use appropriate wash options (e.g., Soak) and pre-treat stains.
- Staining: Ensure proper detergent/softener dispensing and sort clothes correctly.
- Water Leaking: Check hose connections, drain pipe for clogs, and drain hose positioning.
- Washing Machine Not Filling/Draining: Check filters, hoses, water supply, and drain height.
- Wrinkling: Unload promptly, avoid overloading, and check hot water rinse settings.
- Incomplete Detergent Dispensing: Use correct detergent amount.
- Musty Odor: Run Tub Clean regularly.
- Longer Cycle Time: Add more laundry for balance, mix similar weight items, and manually redistribute tangled loads.
- Washing Machine Not Operating: Check power, water supply, door closure, circuit breaker, and reset controls.
- Water Heating/Steaming: Normal during certain cycles.
Error Messages:
The manual lists various error codes (e.g., dE, dL, dr, IE, LE1, UE, tE, FE, PE, LE, AE, EcL, E3, CL) with their causes and solutions, ranging from door issues to water supply problems, motor errors, and unbalance. For example, dE indicates the door is not closed properly, and CL indicates Child Lock is active.
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