Cycle Guide

Turn the knob or press the button to select the desired cycle. When you select a wash cycle, the light for the corresponding wash cycle will turn on.Whenever load weights are mentioned, assume 1 lb (0.45 kg) = 1 thick bath towel (dry).CycleCotton/NormalDescriptionUse to wash all normal items such as cotton, linen, shirts, jeans or mixed loads, except delicate fabrics such as wool or silk.Pressing the Start/Pause button without selecting a cycle will cause the Cotton/Normal cycle to begin immediately, using the default settings.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCyclePerm.PressDescriptionUse this cycle to minimize wrinkles when washing tablecloths or “wrinkle-free” clothes.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: Extra HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleHeavy DutyDescriptionSuitable for washing heavily soiled laundry, such as cotton fabrics, using more powerful wash motions.When washing large loads, there will be brief periods of 2 minutes or more without agitation. These soak periods are part of the cycle’s design, and are normal.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Hot, WarmSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleBulky/LargeDescriptionSuitable for washing blankets or bulky items which have difficulty absorbing water, such as pillows, blankets, comforters, sheets or pet bedding.Do not use this cycle to wash a mixed load of bedding and non-bedding items.Do not mix large/bulky items with smaller articles of clothing.Do not wash excessively large items. If large/bulky items do not fit easily into the tub, there may not be enough room for them to move during washing.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: High, Medium, Low, No SpinSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleBaby WearDescriptionThis cycle helps wash food stains from baby clothes using a powerful rinse.Wash Temp.Default: HotAvailable: Hot, WarmSpin SpeedDefault: HighAvailable: High, Medium, Low, No SpinSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleSanitaryDescriptionWashes clothes at a high temperature.Wash Temp.Default: Extra HotAvailable: Extra HotSpin SpeedDefault: Extra HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleTub CleanDescriptionThis is a special cycle designed to clean the inside of the washer.CycleSportswearDescriptionWashes special garments like sports and outdoor wear.Use for water-repellent fabric laminate used on clothing.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: Medium, Low, No SpinSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleHand Wash/WoolDescriptionThis cycle is for washing shrinkable woolen or hand-washable items requiring delicate care. Only wash woolen items that are labeled machine washable or hand-washable.Laundry weight should be less than 8 pounds (3.6 kg) to prevent damage to the fabric.Use only natural or wool-safe detergent and load 1/2 of the normal amount of detergent.This cycle uses a gentle tumble rotation angle and low-speed spin for the ultimate fabric care.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: Medium, Low, No SpinSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleDelicatesDescriptionSuitable for washing dress shirts/blouses, nylons, lingerie, or sheer and lacy clothes which can easily be damaged. (less than 8 lb (3.63 kg))Wash Temp.Default: ColdAvailable: Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: Medium, Low, No SpinSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleColor CareDescriptionThis cycle helps to keep colors from fading.Wash Temp.Default: ColdAvailable: Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleSpeed WashDescriptionQuickly washes lightly soiled clothing and small loads. For high wash and rinse efficiency, wash small loads of 2-3 lightly soiled garments. (less than 3 lb (1.36 kg))Use very little detergent in this cycle. To add an extra rinse, use the Extra Rinse option.Wash Temp.Default: ColdAvailable: Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Heavy, NormalCycleDrain+SpinDescriptionThis cycle is for draining and spinning without the wash and rinse cycle, or for removing the load from the washing machine in the middle of the cycle.You can change the spin speed by pressing the Spin Speed button repeatedly until the desired speed is selected.Spin SpeedDefault: Extra HighAvailable: AllCycleDownloadedDescriptionYou can use a smartphone to download a specialized cycle to this cycle position.Refer to the LG ThinQ application to see the cycles available for download.

Available Options

This option is automatically included in the cycle and cannot be deselected.Delay Wash can be selected for every cycle in this table.Water Plus, Rinse+Spin, Extra Rinse can be selected for every cycle in this table except for the Drain+Spin cycle.CyclePre-washCotton/Normal#Perm.Press#Heavy Duty#Bulky/LargeBaby Wear#*1Sanitary#SportswearHand Wash/WoolDelicatesColor CareSpeed Wash#Drain+Spin