Technical Safety

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by a carpet.This appliance is intended to be used in household only.Use a new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage.The inlet water pressure must be less than 100 kPa.

Maximum Capacity

The maximum capacity for clothes to be used is Wash (9 kg) / Spin (8 kg).Maximum wash capacity is based on dry clothes and maximum spin capacity is based on wet clothes.

Installation

Never attempt to operate the appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, rain, or temperatures below freezing.Make sure the power plug is completely pushed into the power outlet.Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets or an extension power cable.Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.Tighten and secure the drain hose at connecting ends to avoid separation.

Operation

Do not attempt to separate any panels or disassemble the appliance.Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance. All repairs and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual. Use only authorized factory parts.Do not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the door or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.Do not put in, wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as waxes, wax removers, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, drycleaning solvents, kerosene, petrol, spot removers, turpentine, vegetable oil, cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, etc.). Improper use can cause fire or explosion.Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances (ether, benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance.Do not place flammable objects (such as candles, lamps, etc.) or heating devices (such as stoves, heaters, etc.) on the appliance.Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the drum has completely stopped.In case of a water leak from the appliance, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre.Turn off water taps to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.) within the home, do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately.If the drain hose or inlet hose is frozen during winter, use it only after thawing.Keep all washing detergents, softener and bleach away from children.Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands.Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.Wipe off dirt or dust on the contacts of the power plug.Do not fill the washing machine with more than 50 ℃ water. It may deform plastic parts or cause malfunctions.Do not drain water from the wash tub while the spin tub is operating.Always unplug the power cord after use.During washing spinning and drain, check that drain hose is lowered.

Maintenance

Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning the appliance. Setting the controls to the OFF or stand by position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely removing any moisture and dust.Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it.Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet socket.Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.

Disposal

Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse.Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause suffocation.