This document is a user manual for an LG washing machine, model WT-80SNSM. It provides instructions for installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Function Description
The LG WT-80SNSM is a top-loading washing machine designed for household use. It offers various wash programs to suit different fabric types and soil levels, including Normal, Wool, Duvet, Silent, Pre Wash+Normal, Quick Wash, and Extra Clean. The machine incorporates a built-in sensor to detect laundry weight and automatically adjust wash, rinse, and spin settings. It also features Smart Diagnosis for troubleshooting and LG ThinQ application compatibility for smart control.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model: WT-80SNSM
- Power Supply: 220 V~, 50 Hz
- Product Weight: Approx. 33 kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 540 mm x 545 mm x 925 mm
- Maximum Capacity: 8.0 kg (for dry clothes in some cycles)
- Water Inlet Pressure: Between 50 kPa and 800 kPa (0.5 - 8.0 kgf/cm²)
- Drain Hose Height: Approximately 90-120 cm from the floor
- Additional Clearance for Installation: 10 cm at the rear, 2 cm at the right, and 2 cm at the left.
Usage Features
The washing machine offers a range of features to enhance the user experience:
- Control Panel: An intuitive control panel with a display shows settings, estimated remaining time, options, and status messages. It includes buttons for Power, Start/Pause, Program selection, and Extra Options/Functions.
- Wash Programs:
- Normal: For regular laundry, with automatic detection of laundry weight and adjustment of settings.
- Wool: For delicate fabrics like lingerie and woollens, using a slow spin to prevent damage.
- Duvet: For washing blankets or bedclothes with a hand wash sign, recommending a laundry net for certain materials.
- Silent: For quiet washing, especially at night, with a longer wash time and slow spin.
- Pre Wash+Normal: For pretreating immediate stains without handwashing.
- Quick Wash: For lightly soiled clothes, with a recommended laundry amount under 3 kg.
- Extra Clean: To increase rinsing performance, recommended for underwear and baby clothes or for sensitive skin.
- Customizable Settings:
- Stream (Wash Strength): Three levels: Strong, Medium, and Low.
- Water Level: Automatic detection, with an option for manual adjustment for bulky but lightweight items.
- Wash Time: Adjustable to modify cycle times and/or wash actions.
- Rinse: Adjustable number of rinses.
- Spin: Adjustable spin strength.
- Air Dry: Reduces drying time by minimizing moisture in clothes (recommended for laundry amounts under 2 kg).
- Basic Options:
- Time Delay: Delays the cycle's end time, allowing the appliance to start automatically and finish after a specified interval (up to 18 hours).
- Soak: For heavily soiled clothes, soaking them in water to loosen dirt and grime.
- Child Lock: Disables controls to prevent children from changing programs or operating the appliance (all buttons except Power are locked).
- Beeper: Adjusts the volume of sound (High, Low, Mute).
- Manual Washing: Allows users to manually set Rinse and Spin, Spin only, Rinse only, or Wash only cycles.
- Detergent Dispenser: Separate compartments for detergent, fabric softener, and bleach. Liquid detergent can be poured directly into the main detergent drawer or drum for immediate starts.
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for extending the appliance's service life:
- Cleaning after Every Wash:
- Water Temperature: Use warm or hot water for washing at regular intervals (e.g., every 5th wash) if cold water is always used.
- Power and Water: Turn off water taps and unplug the power cord after use.
- Door and Interior: Wipe the door and inside of the door to remove moisture. Leave the door open to dry the drum interior, ensuring safety and supervision of children.
- Bleach Dispenser: Clean around the bleach dispenser with water to flush residual bleach, which can be corrosive.
- Cleaning the Exterior: Wipe off spills immediately with a damp cloth, then a dry cloth. Avoid sharp objects on the surface or display.
- Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer: Remove the drawer and inserts monthly (or twice a month) to clean any detergent buildup.
- Tub Clean Function: A special program (soak, wash, rinse, spin) to clean the inside of the drum. Run monthly (or more often if needed) to reduce detergent and softener buildup. If odors or mildew are present, run weekly for three consecutive weeks.
- For models with a lint filter, remove lint before and after using this program.
- Do not add any cleaning agents to the dispenser drawer during Tub Clean to avoid excessive foam and leakage.
- Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter: The inlet filter collects lime scale and small particles. Turn off the water tap, unscrew the inlet hose, remove the filter with pliers, and clean it with a medium bristle brush.
- Cleaning the Lint Filter: For efficient washing, the lint filter should be cleaned regularly (at least every 2-3 washes). Push down on release tabs, pull forward, open the lid, remove lint, wash the filter, and reinsert it. Do not drop the filter or operate the appliance without it.
- Anti-Rat Cover: An optional accessory that can be inserted to protect the appliance from rats.
Troubleshooting
The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common error messages and noises:
- Error Messages:
- dE (DOOR ERROR): Door not closed properly.
- dL (DOOR LOCK ERROR): Door not locked properly.
- dr (DRAIN FEATURE): Appliance paused during a cycle, water will be drained.
- IE (INLET ERROR): Water supply taps not open, hose kinked/clogged, or filter clogged.
- LE I (FOREIGN OBJECTS ERROR): Foreign objects caught between pulsator and inner drum.
- DE (WATER OUTLET ERROR): Drain hose kinked/clogged or discharge height too high.
- UE (UNBALANCE ERROR): Rebalancing unsuccessful, load too small, heavy/light items mixed, or load out of balance.
- LE (TEMPERATURE SENSOR ERROR): Control error, unplug and wait 60 seconds.
- FE (OVERFLOW ERROR): Water overfills due to faulty water valve.
- PE (PRESSURE SENSOR ERROR): Water level sensor not working correctly.
- LE (MOTOR LOCKED ERROR): Motor error, allow to stand for 30 minutes.
- RE (CLUTCH ERROR): Clutch error, unplug appliance.
- E3 (CLOTHES SENSING ERROR): Sensor defective or motor revolution too low.
- CL (CHILD LOCK FUNCTION): Child Lock is active.
- Noises:
- Rattling and clanking: Foreign objects in the drum.
- Thumping: Heavy laundry, usually normal, but could indicate unbalance.
- Vibrating: Packaging materials not removed, unevenly distributed laundry, unlevelled feet, or non-rigid floor.
- Operation Issues:
- Appliance will not operate: Control panel off, unplugged, water supply off, incorrect settings, circuit breaker tripped, control needs reset, low water pressure, or appliance too cold.
- Detergent not dispensed: Too much detergent.
- Water leaking: Loose hose connections, clogged drain hose, or drain hose not inserted far enough.
- Cycle time longer than usual: Load too small, heavy/light items mixed, or load out of balance.
- Performance Issues:
- Poor stain removal: Incorrect options selected, or pre-set stains.
- Staining: Bleach/softener dispensed too soon, or direct application to clothes.
- Clothes not properly sorted: Mixing dark/dyed clothes with whites/lights, or heavily soiled with lightly soiled items.
- Wrinkling: Clothes not removed promptly, overloaded appliance, or reversed hot/cold water supply.
- Musty/mildewy odor: Inside of drum not cleaned properly.
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