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7 days a week:
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Or visit us on the Web at: us.lge.com
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horas del día, 7 días a la semana:
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STEAM WASHER
USER’S GUIDE &
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before beginning installation, read these
instructions carefully. This wll simplify installation
and ensure that the washer is installed correctly
and safely. Leave these instructions near the
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I N T RO D U C T I O N I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Basic Safety Precautions .................................. 3–6 wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent THANK YOU! PARTS AND FEATURES property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Special Features .................................................
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I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury
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I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S PA RT S A N D F E AT U R E S 2 SPECIAL FEATURES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 1 1 DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be This four-compartment drawer provides separate followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent 7 dispensers for prewash and main wash detergent, property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. liquid bleach, and liquid fabric sof
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PA RT S A N D F E AT U R E S I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S kEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION In addition to the special features and • Do not remove ground prong. Do not use wWARNING components outlined in the Special Features an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a section, there are several other important • Washer is heavy! Two or more people grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this components that are referenced in this manual. are required
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S FLOORING UNPACkING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS • T o minimize noise and vibration, the washer NOTE: Please note that the floor must be strong When removing the washer from the carton MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor. and rigid enough to support the weight of the base, be sure to remove the foam tub support in See the NOTE at right. washer when fully loaded, without flexing or the middle
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S CONNECTING THE WATER LINES CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing • The drain hose should always be pr operly Option 1: Standpipe Water Hose the washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses. secured. Failure to properly secure the drain Rubber Seal (to water inlet hose can result in flooding and property • IMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses on washer) Elbow damage. provided by LG
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S H OW TO U S E LEVELING THE WASHER SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Grouping Similar Items The drum of your new washer spins at very high speeds, up to 1,320 RPM. To minimize vibration, Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels For best results, sort clothes into loads that can Level noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must that include instructions for proper care. be washed with the same wash cycle. be a perfectly level, solid
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E SELECTING DETERGENT LOADING THE DISPENSER IMPORTANT: Your Steam Washer™ is IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry Prewash Detergent Compartment Liquid Bleach Compartment designed for use with only High-Efficiency products, such as detergent, bleach, or liquid Add liquid or powered detergent to this This compartment holds liquid chlorine bleach, (HE) detergents. HE detergents are formulated fabric softener, on top of your washer or dryer. compartment to automat
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E CONTROL PANEL FEATURES CYCLE GUIDE 4 7 6 The cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle. 8 1 3 2 5 1 5 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS Press to turn the washer ON. Press again to turn Use these buttons to select the desired cycle the washer OFF. options for the selected cycle. The current options are shown in the display. Press the NOTE: Pressing the ON/OFF button during a button for that option to view and select
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E THE LCD DISPLAY OPERATING THE WASHER Once you have loaded the washer and added The LCD display shows the settings, estimated 4 6 7 5 laundry products (detergent, bleach, and/or time remaining, options, and status messages fabric softener): for your washer. When the washer is turned on, the light in the display will illuminate. 1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the 5 Press the START/PAUSE button to begin 3 2 washer. The lights around the cycle the cycle. The
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E STEAM CYCLES CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS TM ™ STEAM cycles include the Allergiene Each cycle has preset settings that are selected Using the SteamFresh Cycle SPIN SPEED Sanitary, Bulky/Large, Cotton/Normal, automatically. You may also customize the SteamFresh uses the power of steam alone to The washer drum spins at up to 1,320 and Perm Press cycles. Adding the settings using the cycle setting buttons. Press quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. It RPM. This r
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E CYCLE OPTION BUTTONS SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Your Steam Washer™ features several additional + To change the language: RINSE SPIN DRUM LIGHT cycle options to customize cycles to meet your The drum is equipped with a blue LED Press the ON/OFF button to turn on Select this option to rinse and spin a 1 individual needs. Certain option buttons also light that illuminates when the washer the washer. load separately from a regular cycle. feature a special function (see th
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C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G REGULAR CLEANING CLEANING THE WASHER Cleaning the Dispenser wWARNING: The dispenser should be cleaned periodically • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning to remove buildup from detergent and other can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. laundry products. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will d
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C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE (cont.) Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters IMPORTANTE: Use ONLY the inlet hoses Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter provided by LG with this laundry product. If the washer detects that water is not entering Lint and other objects may accumulate and clog Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to fit or the dispenser, an error message will show on the the drain pump filter. If the washer fails to drain function correctl
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T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) The following sounds may be heard while the Problem Possible Causes Solutions washer is operating. They are normal. Water in the washer • Make sure the drain hose is free of clogs, kinks, etc., • Drain hose is bent, pinched, Clicking: Humming or gurgling: drains slowly or not and is not pinched behind or under the washer. or clogged. Drain pump pumping water from the washe
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T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G S P E C I F I C AT I O N S / O P T I O N A L AC C E S S O R I E S BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) kEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS The appearance and specifications listed in this guide may vary due to constant product improvements. Problem Possible Causes Solutions ™ Steam Washer Model WM2688H*MA Wrinkling • Washer not unloaded • Always r emove items from the washer as soon as promptly. the cycle is completed. Description Front-Loading Washer • Washer overl
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N OT E S LG ELECTRONICS, INC. LG WASHING MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY - USA Your LG Washing Machine will be will repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or work- manship under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) set forth below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, i
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I N T RO D U C C I Ó N I N S T RU C C I O N E S I M P O RTA N T E D E S E G U R I DA D INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE LEA TODAS LA INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR SEGURIDAD Precauciones básicas de seguridad .............. 37–40 wADVERTENCIA Por su seguridad, debe seguir la información indicada en este manual para minimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosión, descarga eléctrica, ¡GRACIAS! o para prevenir daños a la propiedad, lesiones personales o muerte. PIEZAS Y CARACTERÍSTICAS Felicitaciones por s
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I N S T RU C C I O N E S I M P O RTA N T E D E S E G U R I DA D I N S T RU C C I O N E S I M P O RTA N T E D E S E G U R I DA D LEA TODAS LA INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR LEA TODAS LA INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR wADVERTENCIA Por su seguridad, debe seguir la información indicada wADVERTENCIA Por su seguridad, debe seguir la información indicada en este manual para minimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosión, descarga eléctrica, en este manual para minimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosión, des
