LG WM3998HBA - Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter

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Cleaning the Drain Pump
Filter
The washer fails to drain if the drain pump lter is
clogged. Periodically clean the drain lter to prevent
clogging with foreign objects.
WARNING
• Opening the drain lter will result in water
overowing if there is water in the washer drum.
Use a bucket if the drum is not completely
drained before you open the drain lter.
• Using the washer without the drain lter or with
an incorrectly assembled drain lter may cause
leaks or malfunctioning of the washer.
1
Turn off the machine and unplug it.
2
Open the drain pump lter cover.
3
Drain any remaining water.
Unclip the drain hose and remove the plug from
the drain hose to drain the remaining water.
4
Remove the pump lter.
Twist the pump lter counterclockwise to remove.
5
Clean the pump lter and opening.
6
Recap the plug onto the drain hose and attach
the drain hose to the clip.
7
Insert the drain pump lter.
8
Close the drain pump lter cover.
NOTE
• An message blinks on the display when the
drain pump lter is clogged with dirt. Clean the drain
pump lter.