User Manual LG Electronics FH496AD5 8kg/4kg 6 Motion Direct Drive Washing Dryer

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Table of contents

• Installation
• How to use washer
• Maintenance
• Troubleshooting guide

User manual Washing Machine

Installation

Removing packing

1. Remove the cardboard box and styrofoam packing.
2. Lift the washing machine and remove the base packing.
3. Remove the tape securing the power supply cord and drain hose.
4. Remove the inlet hose from the drum.

NOTE

Keep the spanner provided for future use.

AWARNING

Packaging material (e.g. Films, Styrofoam) can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging well away from children.

Removing transit bolts

To prevent internal damage during transport, the 4 special bolts are locked. Before operating the washer, remove the bolts along with the rubber bungs. If they are not removed, it may cause heavy vibration, noise and malfunction.

1. Unscrew the 4 bolts with the spanner supplied.
2. Take out the 4 bolts along with the rubber bungs by slightly twisting the bung.
   • NOTE
   • Keep the transit bolts for future use.
3. Close the holes with the caps supplied.

Installation place requirements

Location

• Level floor:
  • Allowable slope under entire washer is 1°
• Power outlet :
  • Must be within 1.5 meters of either side of location of washer. Do not overload the outlet with more than one appliance.
• Additional Clearance :
  • For Wall, 10cm:rear / 2cm: right & left side. Do not place or store laundry products on top of washer at any times. They can damage the finish or controls.

Positioning

• Install the washer on a flat hard floor.
• Make sure that air circulation around the washer is not impeded by carpets, rugs, etc.
• Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor with pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the washer.
• If it is impossible to avoid positioning the washer next to a gas cooker or coal burning stove,an insulating(85x60cm) covered with aluminum foil on the side facing the cooker or stove,must be inserted between the two appliance.
• The washer must not be installed in rooms where the temperature can drop below 0°C.
• Please ensure that when the washer is installed, it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown.
• With the washer installed, adjust all four feet using the transit bolt spanner provided ensuring the appliance is stable, and a clearance of approximately 20mm is left between the top of the washer and the underside of any work-top.
• This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for use in a mobile installations such as caravans, aircraft etc.

Electrical connection

• Do not use an extension cord or double adapter.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agents or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Always unplug the machine and turn off the water supply after use.
• Connect the machine to an earthed socket in accordance with current wiring regulations.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible.
• Repairs to the washing machine must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local service center
• Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperature below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst under pressure. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
• If the appliance is delivered in the winter months and temperatures are below freezing : Place the washing machine at room temperature for a few hours before putting it into operation.

BS plug safety details (for U.K. user)

Important

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

• Green and yellow: Earth
• Blue: Neutral
• Brown: Live

This appliance must be earthed.

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured Green or Green and Yellow. The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Red.

If a 13 amp (BS 1363) plug is used, fit a 13 amp BS 1362 fuse.

Connecting water supply hose

• Water supply pressure must be between 100 kPa and 1000 kPa (1.0 10.0 kgf/cm2).
• Do not strip or crossthread when connecting inlet hose to the valve.
• If the water supply pressure is more than 1000 kPa, a decompression device should be installed.
• Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary.

Step1: Check rubber seal inlet hose

• Two rubber seals are supplied with the water inlet hoses.

They are used for preventing water leaks. Make sure the connection to taps is sufficiently tight.

Step2: Connect hose to water tap

Type-A : Connecting Screw-type hose to tap with thread

• Screw the hose connector onto water supply tap.

Type-B : Connecting Screw-type hose to tap without thread

1. Unscrew the adapter ring plate and the 4 adapter retaining screws.
2. Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the adapter ring plate and the 4 screws.
3. Push the water supply hose vertically upwards so that the rubber packing within the hose can adhere completely to the tap and then tighten it by screwing it to the right.

Type-C : Connecting one touch type hose to tap without thread

1. Unscrew the adapter ring plate and the 4 adapter retaining screws.
2. Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter.
3. Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the adapter ring plate and the 4 screws.
4. Pull the connector latch plate down, push the inlet hose onto the adapter, and release the connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter locks into place.

NOTE

After connecting inlet hose to water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out foreign substances (dirt, sand or sawdust) in the water lines. Let water drain into a bucket, and check the water temperature.

Step3: Connect hose to washer

• Make sure that there are no kinks in the hose and that they are not crushed.

When your washer has two valves.

• The Inlet hose which has red connector is for the hot water tap.
• If the washer has two valves, the energy is saved by using hot valve.

NOTE

After completing connection, if water leaks from the hose, repeat the same steps. Use the most conventional type of faucet for water supply. In case the faucet is square or too big, remove the spacing ring before inserting the faucet into the adaptor.

Installation of drain hose

• The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor. Water in the washer does not drain or drains slowly.
• Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.
• If the drain hose is too long, do not force back into the washer. This will cause abnormal noise.

• When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it tightly with string.
• Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.

Leveling

1. Leveling the washing machine properly prevents excessive noise and vibration. Install the appliance on a solid and level floor surface, preferably in a corner of the room.
   • NOTE
   • Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance.
2. If the floor is uneven, turn the adjustable feet as required. (do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet) Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor and then check that the appliance is perfectly level. (use a spirit level)

• Once the washer is level, tighten the lock nuts up towards the base of the washer. All lock nuts must be tightened.
• Diagonal Check
  • When pushing down the edges of the washing machine top plate diagonally, the machine should not move up and down at all (Please, check both directions). If machine rocks when pushing the machine top plate diagonally, adjust the feet again.

Concrete floors

• The installation surface must be clean, dry and level.
• Install washer on a flat hard floor.

Tile floors (Slippery floors)

• Position each foot on the Tread Mate and level the machine to suit. (Cut Tread Mate into 70 x70 mm sections and stick the pieces on to the dry tile where machine is to be placed.)
• Tread Mate is a self adhesive material used on ladders & steps that prevents slipping.

Wooden floors (Suspended floors)

• Wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration.
• To prevent vibration we recommend you place rubber cups under each foot under washer at least 15mm thick, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws.
• If possible install the washer in one of the corners of the room, where the floor is more stable.
• Fit the rubber cups to reduce vibration.
• You can obtain the rubber cups (p/no.4620ER4002B) from the LG spares dept.

NOTE

• Proper placement and leveling of the washer will ensure long, regular and reliable operation.
• The washer must be 100% horizontal and stand firmly in position.
• It must not "Seesaw" across corners under load.
• The installation surface must be clean, free from floor wax and other lubricant coatings.
• Do not let the feet of the washer get wet. If feet of the washer get wet, slipping may occur.

How to use washer

Operating washing machine

1. Sort Laundry. (Refer to 19 page)
2. Open the door and load laundry.
3. Press the Power button.
4. Select a Program. (Refer to 20-22 page)
   • Select options at this time (Refer to 24~29 page)
     • Additional Program
     • Temperature
     • Spin Speed
     • Other functions
5. Add detergent. 9Refer to 30-31 page)
6. Press the Start/Pause button.

Care before washing

1. Care Labels

Look for a care label on your clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your garment and how it should be washed.

2, Sorting

To get the best results, sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle.

Water temperature and spin speed and different fabrics need to be washed in different ways.

Always sort dark colors from pale colors and whites. Wash separately as dye and lint transfer can occur causing discolouration of white etc. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled one.

• Soil (Heavy, Normal, Light)
• Separate clothes according to amount of soil.
• Color (White, Lights, Darks)
• Separate white fabrics from colored fabrics.
• Lint (Lint producers, Collectors)
• Wash lint producers and lint collectors separately.
• Do not use the unite for washing fruit & vegetable

3. Caring before loading

Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half the total wash load. Do not wash single items.

This may cause an out-of-balance load. Add one or two similar items.

• Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Items such as nails, hair clip, matches, pens, coins and keys can damage both your washer and your clothes.
• Close zippers, hooks and strings to make sure that these items don't snag on other clothes.
• Pre treat dirt and stains by brushing a little detergent dissolved in water onto stains like collars and cuffs to help lift dirt.
• Check the folds of the flexible gasket (gray) and remove any small articles.
• Check inside of the drum and remove any item from a previous wash.
• Remove any clothing or items from the flexible gasket to prevent clothing and gasket damage.

NOTE

Before the first wash, select a cycle (Cotton 60°C, add a half load of detergent) allow the unit to wash without clothing. This will remove residues and water from the drum that may have been left during manufacturing.

Washing program table

Recommended courses according to the laundry type.

Drying Program Table

• Water Temperature: Select water temperature to suit wash cycles. Always follow garment manufacture's care label or instructions when washing.
• Set program at "Wash: Cotton Large 60°C + Intensive +1400rpm" and "Dry: Cupboard Dry+Intensive (First drying cycle load 4.0 kg, Second drying cycle load : 4.0 kg)" for test in accordance with EN50229.

NOTE

• Neutral detergent is recommended.
• The wool cycle features gentle tumbling and low-speed spin for garment care.
• Select maximun selectable spin speed of washing programme to ensure the drying result.
• Where the amount of laundry to be washed and dried in one programme does not exceed the maximum weight permitted for the drying programme, washing and drying in one continuous sequence is recommended.

Extra options

*This options is Automatically included in the cycle and can not be deleted.

Operating data

Control Panel

• (1) Dial: Program
• (2) Button Start/Pause
• (3) Button: Spin
• (4) Button: Temperature
• (5) Button: Power
• (6) Button : Dry
• (7) Button : Pre Wash
• (8) Button: Intensive
• (9) Button: Medic Rinse
• (10) Child Lock
• (11) Tub Clean
• (12) Button: Time Delay
• (13) SmartDiagnosisTM function is available only for the products with a SmartDiagnosisTMmark

1. Power

• Press the Power button to turn power on and off.
• To cancel the Time Delay function, the power button should be pressed.

2. Initial Program

• When the Power button is pressed, the washer is ready for Cotton program. And the other initial conditions as follows.
• So, if you want to advance into the washing cycle without changing the program, just press the Start/Pause button and the washer will proceed.

• 13programs are available according to the laundry type.
• Lamp will light up to indicate selected program.
• When Start/Pause button is pressed, the Cotton program is automatically selected.
• By turning the Program dial, the program is selected in order of

"Cotton -Cotton Large Easy Care - Sports Wear -Wool - Quick 30- Rinse+Spin- Baby care - Intensive 60- Time Dry - Low Temp. Dry Iron Dry - Cupboard Dry"

Regarding to the laundry type for each program Please refer to the page 20.

Maintenance

• Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.
• Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain(gully) in the immediate vicinity.

The water inlet filter

• "IE" icon will be displayed on the control panel when water does not enter the detergent drawer.
• If water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become clogged.

It is therefore a good idea to clean it from time to time.

1. Turn off the water tap.
2. Unscrew the water inlet hose.
3. Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush.
4. Tighten up the inlet hose.

The drain pump filter

• The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean to ensure smooth running of your machine.

CAUTION

• First drain using the drain hose and then open the pump filter to remove any threads or objects. Be careful when draining if the water is hot.

Allow the water to cool down before cleaning the drain pump, carrying out emergency emptying or opening the door in an emergency.

1. Open the lower cover cap. pull out the hose.
2. Unplug the drain plug. Open the filter by turning to the left.
3. Remove any extraneous matter from the pump filter.
4. After cleaning, turn the pump filter and insert the drain plug.
5. Close the lower cover cap.

Dispenser drawer

• After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave a deposit in the drawer.
• It should be cleaned from time to time with a jet of running water.
• If necessary it can be removed completely from the machine by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out.
• To facilitate cleaning, the upper part of the fabric softener compartment can be removed.

1. Pull out the dispenser drawer.
2. Clean the dispenser drawer under water.
3. Clean inside the recess with an old toothbrush.
4. Insert the dispenser drawer.

The washing drum

• If you live in a hard water area, limescale may build up continuously in places where it cannot be seen and thus not easily removed. Over time the build up of scale clogs appliances, and if it is not kept in check these may have to be replaced.
• Although the washing drum is made of Stainless steel, specks of rust can be caused by small metal articles (paper clips, safety pins) which have been left in the drum.
• The washing drum should be cleaned from time to time.
• If you use descaling agents, dyes or bleaches, make sure they are suitable for washing machine use.
• Descaler may contain chemicals that may damage part of your washing machine.
• Remove any spots with a stainless steel cleaning agent.
• Never use steel wool.

Cleaning your washer

Exterior

• Proper care of your washer can extend its life.
• The outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm water and a neutral non abrasive household detergent.
• Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth.
• Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
• Do not use methylated spirits, diluents or similar products.

Interior

• Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket and door glass.
• Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water.
• Repeat process if necessary.

NOTE

• To remove hard water deposits, use only cleaners labelled washer safe.

Cold conditions

If the washer is stored in an area where freezing may occur or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these instructions to prevent damage to the washer:

Turn off water supply tap.

• Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
• Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
• Add 1gallon (3.8L) of nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze into an empty wash drum. Close the door.
• Set spin cycle and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out all water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
• Unplug electrical power cord, dry the drum interior, and close the door.
• Remove dispenser drawer, drain and dry excess water from the compartments.
• Store washer in an upright position.
• To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.

Troubleshooting guide

• This washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and react appropriately.

When the machine does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following points before you contact your

Using SmartDiagnosisTM

• Only use this feature when instructed to do so by the call center. The transmission sounds similar to a fax machine, and so has no meaning except to the call center.
• SmartDiagnosisTM cannot be activated if the washer does not power up. If this happens, then troubleshooting must be done without SmartDiagnosisTM

If you experience problems with your washer, call to Customer Information Center. Follow the call center agent's instructions, and do the following steps when requested:

1. Press the Power button to turn on the washer. Do not press any other buttons or turn the cycle selector knob.
2. When instructed to do so by the call center, place the mouthpiece of your phone very close to the Power button.
3. Press and hold the "Temp." button for three seconds, while holding the phone mouthpiece to the icon or Power button.
4. Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished.
   • This takes about 6 seconds, and the display will count down the time.
   • For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.
   • If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may be asked to try again.
   • Pressing the Power button during the transmission will shut off the SmartDiagnosisTM
5. Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, resume your conversation with the call center agent, who will then be able to assist you using the information transmitted for analysis at the call to Customer information center.
   • Smart Diagnosis is a troubleshooting feature designed to assist, not replace, the traditional method of troubleshooting through service calls. The effectiveness of this feature depends upon various factors, including, but not limited to, the reception of the cellular phone being used for transmission, any external noise that may be present during the transmission, and the acoustics of the room where the machine is located.

Accordingly, LG does not guarantee that Smart Diagnosis would accurately troubleshoot any given issue.

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