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Control Panel and Wash Cycles

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Control Panel Features

Power On/Off ButtonPress this button to turn the washer on or off.Pressing this button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost.The drawer will unlock after a brief pause.When this button is pressed, the Normal cycle is selected by default.Cycle Selector ButtonsPress a button to select the desired cycle.Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets will appear in the display.To protect your clothing, not all settings are available on all cycle selections.Option ButtonsThese buttons allow you to select additional cycle options. Certain buttons also allow you to activate special functions by pressing and holding the button for 3 seconds.Start/Pause ButtonPress and hold this button to start the selected cycle.If the washer is running, press this button to pause the cycle without losing the current settings.If the Start/Pause button is not pressed to start the selected cycle, after a delay the washer automatically turns off and all cycle settings are lost.Time and Status DisplayThe display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for the washer.Estimated Time RemainingWhen a cycle is selected, the default time for that cycle is displayed. This time will change as options are selected.If the display shows ---, then the time will be displayed after the load sensing has detected the load size.The time shown is only an estimate. This time is based on normal operating conditions. Several external factors (load size, room temperature, incoming water temperature, etc.) can affect the actual time.Cycle Status IndicatorsThese LEDs will blink when a cycle is selected to indicate which stages will run.When a cycle is running, the LED for the active stage will blink, and the LEDs for the remaining stages will remain steady. Once a stage is complete, the LED will turn off. If a cycle is paused, the active stage LED will stop blinking.Drawer Lock IndicatorThis indicator lights up when the cycle starts and the drawer is locked.The indicator light stays on until the cycle is paused, stopped or has finished.Control Lock IndicatorThis indicator lights up when the control panel is locked. [L and the remaining wash time are displayed, in turn, on the time remaining display.When this function is set, all controls are disabled except for the Power button.Wi-Fi IndicatorThis indicator lights up when the product is connected to a home Wi-Fi network.Remote Start IndicatorThis indicator lights up when the Remote Start feature is activated.

Cycle Guide

The wash cycles are designed for specific types of wash loads. Select the cycle that best matches the load contents for maximum wash performance and fabric care.Press the cycle selector button to select the desired cycle. When you select a wash cycle, the light for the corresponding wash cycle will turn on.Rinse can be selected for every cycle except for Tub Clean in this table.Control Lock can be selected for every cycle in this table.CycleDescriptionEstimated TimeWash Temp.WarmColdNormalUse this cycle to wash lightly soiled normal items, except delicate fabrics such as wool or silk.Pressing the Start/Pause button without selecting a cycle will cause the Normal cycle to begin immediately, using the default settings.39 ~ 109#*1#IntimatesUse this cycle to wash delicate items such as lingerie or sheer and lacy clothes which could easily be damaged in a normal cycle. This cycle is not for silk items.47 ~ 91#*1#Hand WashThis 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.47 ~ 91##*1Rinse+SpinSelect this cycle to rinse and spin a load separately from a regular cycle.This can be helpful in preventing fresh stains from setting in fabrics.13 ~ 73--Tub CleanThis is a special cycle designed to clean the inside of the washer.56#*1#DownloadedConnect the washer to the LG ThinQ App and download a new or specialized cycle that isn't included in the standard cycles on the appliance. Time, settings, and options vary by cycle.---Turned on by default.