Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to operate the appliance.
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 put animals, such as pets into the appliance.
Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
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.
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.
Do not put your hand, foot or anything under the appliance while the appliance is in operation.
Avoid touching any water that is drained from the appliance during the wash.
Make sure that drainage is working properly. If water is not drained properly, your floor may get flooded.
If, during spinning, opening the door does not stop the drum within about 10 seconds, immediately discontinue operating the appliance and contact your dealer or LG Electronics service centre.
When the air temperature is high and the water temperature is low, condensation may occur and thus wet the floor.
Wipe off dirt or dust on the contacts of the power plug.