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. See Sorting Laundry section for best results, and follow the fabric care labels on your garments. For a guide to fabric care symbols, see Sorting Laundry section.
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).Temperature indicator lights up when one of Tap Cold, Cold, Warm, Hot or Extra Hot is selected.Spin indicator lights up when one of No Spin, Low, Medium, High or Extra High is selected.CycleNormalDescriptionUse 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 Normal cycle to begin immediately, using the default settings.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: AllSpin SpeedDefault: 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: AllSpin SpeedDefault: Extra HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: HeavyAvailable: AllCycleBeddingDescriptionSuitable 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: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: Medium, Low, No SpinSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleBright WhitesTMDescriptionThis cycle is for washing white items only. (less than 15 lb (6.8 kg))Wash Temp.Default: HotAvailable: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleSanitaryDescriptionWashes clothes at a high temperature.Wash Temp.Default: Extra HotAvailable: Extra HotSpin SpeedDefault: HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleAllergieneTMDescriptionThis cycle is a powerful, high-temperature cycle designed specifically to reduce certain allergens.Selecting this cycle automatically incorporates steam into the wash cycle.This cycle can significantly reduce allergens in bedding and clothing. This cycle helps reduce dust mite populations and helps reduce allergens. Due to the higher energy and temperatures used, this cycle is not recommended for wool, silk, leather, or any other delicate or temperature sensitive items.Spin SpeedDefault: HighAvailable: AllCycleTub CleanDescriptionThis is a special cycle designed to clean the inside of the washer.CycleDelicatesDescriptionSuitable 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: AllCyclePerm. PressDescriptionUse this cycle to minimize wrinkles when washing tablecloths or “wrinkle-free” clothes.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: MediumAvailable: High, Medium, Low, No SpinSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleTowelsDescriptionUse this cycle for washing towels, shirts, jeans and mixed loads.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: Extra HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleSportswearDescriptionWashes 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: AllCycleSpeed 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: HotAvailable: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: Extra HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: LightAvailable: AllCycleRinse+SpinDescriptionSelect 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. You can change the spin speed by pressing the Spin button repeatedly until the desired speed is selected.Wash Temp.Default: ColdAvailable: AllSpin SpeedDefault: HighAvailable: AllCycleDownloaded (Small Load)DescriptionYou can use a smartphone to download a specialized cycle to this cycle position.The default cycle is Small Load, used for normally soiled loads with a few items. This cycle is also available for download.Refer to the LG ThinQ application to see the cycles available for download.Wash Temp.Default: WarmAvailable: Hot, Warm, Cold, Tap ColdSpin SpeedDefault: HighAvailable: AllSoil LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: All
Available Options
This option is automatically included in the cycle and cannot be deselected.Delay Wash, Extra Rinse, and Add Item can be selected for every cycle in this table.Steam and Cold Wash cannot be selected at the same time.If the Turbo WashTM option is on, you cannot select No Spin as your Spin.CycleSteamFresh CareTurbo WashTMCold WashPre-washNormal###*1##Heavy Duty###*1##Bedding#####Bright WhitesTM####Sanitary####AllergieneTM#*1##Delicates###Perm. Press####Towels####Sportswear#Speed Wash###Rinse+Spin#Downloaded default: Small Load###