Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............18 Control Panel ....................21 Programme Table ....................22 Extra Options and Functions ................27 SMART FUNCTIONS ..............31 Using LG SmartThinQ Application ..............31 Using Smart Diagnosis..................33 MAINTENANCE ................35 Cleaning After Every Wash ................35 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............35 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............38...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below. Safety Messages This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
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• The water pressure must be between 100 and 1000 kPa. • The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be used: F1696SWD F16107WD V3-S96DXTW FV1450H3V FV1409H3W 9 kg (Wash) / 6 kg (Dry)
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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. •...
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• Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the drum has completely stopped. • In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. • Do not push down the door excessively, when the appliance door is open.
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• 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 • Do not wash rugs, mats, shoes or pet blankets, or any other items other than clothes or sheets, in this machine.
• You can take your appliance either to the shop where you purchased the product, or contact your local government waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE collection point. For the most up to date information for your country, please see www.lg.com/global/recycling.
INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Rear View Control Panel Power plug Detergent dispenser drawer Transit bolts Drum Drain hose Door Cover cap Drain pump filter Drain plug Adjustable feet...
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Cold water inlet hose* Spanner Caps for covering transit bolt holes* Anti-slip sheets* Elbow bracket for securing drain hose* Tie strap* Specifications Model F16107WD F1696SWD V3-S96DXTW FV1450H3V FV1409H3W Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Dimension (Width x Depth x...
(e.g. wooden floor), the warranty dose not cover any damages and cost occured due to the installation on the unstable floor. NOTE • You can purchase rubber cups (Part No.4620ER4002B) from the LG Electronics 20 mm 20 mm service centre.
• Repairs to the appliance must only be carried out by the qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your LG Electronics service centre. • The power plug must be plugged into an...
Install the hole caps. Check if the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit level a. • Locate the hole caps b included in the accessory pack or attached on the back. Secure the adjusting feet with the lock nuts b by turning counterclockwise against the bottom Levelling the Appliance of the appliance.
Put the appliance on the anti-slip sheets. • Do not attach the adhesive side a of anti-slip sheets to the feet of the appliance. NOTE • Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG Electronics service centre. Connecting Hose to Water Tap Connecting the Water Inlet...
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NOTE Push the supply hose vertically upwards so that the rubber seal within the hose can adhere • Before connecting the inlet hose to the water completely to the tap and then tighten it by tap, turn on the water tap to flush out foreign screwing it to the right.
Installing the Drain Hose Pull the connector latch plate down, push the supply hose onto the adapter, and release the connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter For Model with Drain Pump locks into place. The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor.
OPERATION Operation Overview End of cycle. • When the cycle is finished, a melody will sound. Immediately remove your clothing Using the Appliance from the appliance to reduce wrinkling. Check around the door seal when removing Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash the load for small items that may be caught programme and add a half amount of the detergent.
NOTE • Remove items from the flexible gasket to prevent clothing and door seal damage. • The dashes under the symbol give you information about the type of fabric and the maximum allowance of mechanical stress. Checking the Clothes before Loading •...
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Adding Detergent Tablet − For better washing results of white and pale garments, use powdered detergent with Detergent tablet is also available when washing bleach. laundry. − Detergent is flushed from the dispenser at the beginning of the wash cycle. Open the door and put detergent tablets into the drum.
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• Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent drawer for more than 2 days (Fabric softener may harden). • Softener will automatically be added during the last rinse cycle. • Do not open the drawer when water is being supplied.
Control Panel Control Panel Features Power Button • Press the Power button to turn on or off the appliance. Programme Knob • Programmes are available according to the laundry type. • The lamp will light up to indicate the selected programme. Start/Pause Button •...
Display • The display shows the settings, estimated remaining time, options, and status messages. When the appliance is turned on, the default settings in the display will illuminate. − 18:88: When a programme is selected, the default time for that programme is displayed. The default time can be changed according to the selected option.
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Programme Mixed Fabric Max. Load 4 kg Description Enables various fabrics to be washed simultaneously. Use for various kind of fabrics except special garments (silk/delicate, sports wear, dark clothes, wool, duvet/curtains). Proper Temperature 40 °C (Cold to 60 °C) Max. Spin Speed 1400 rpm Programme Easy Care...
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Programme Speed 14 Max. Load 2 kg Description Provides fast washing time for small loads and lightly soiled clothes. Proper Temperature 20 °C (20 °C to 40 °C) Max. Spin Speed 1400 rpm Programme Dry Only Max. Load Rating (Dry) Description Uses the automatic programmes to dry most loads.
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• Set programme at ‘Wash : Cotton+ ,60 °C, 1400 RPM’ and ‘Normal Eco(()’ for test in accordance with IEC62512.(F16107WD / F1696SWD / V3-S96DXTW) • For energy efficiency labeling program. please select program“Cotton + 60 °C + Spin 1400”,which is tested in accordance with IEC 60456.(model:FV1450H3V)
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Extra Options Programme Steam Wrinkle Care Rinse+ EcoHybrid Add Item Pre-Wash Cotton Cotton+ TurboWash 59 Mixed Fabric Easy Care Allergy Care Steam Refresh Delicates Hand/Wool Speed 14 Dry Only Wash+Dry Tub Clean * This option is automatically inserted in the programme and cannot be deselected.
Extra Options and of the exhaust to increase or decrease drying temperatures for faster reaction time and tighter Functions temperature control. • Cold water tap must be left on during drying * This feature is only available on some models. cycles.
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EcoHybrid ) Woolen Articles Do not tumble dry woolen articles. Pull them to their Use this feature for air condensing without water original shape and dry them flat. consumption. Press the Power button. Woven and Loopknit Materials Some woven and loopknit materials may shrink, by Select a drying programme.
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Wi-Fi Child Lock When WLAN is connected, the Wi-Fi icon on the Use this function to disable the controls. This control panel is lit. function can prevent children from changing cycles or operating the appliance. Add Item NOTE • Once this function is set, all buttons are locked Use this option to add or remove the laundry after except the Power button.
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Spin p Use this option to change the spin strength. Press the Spin button repeatedly to change the speed level. Press the Power button. Select a washing programme. Press the Spin button to select spin speed. Press the Start/Pause button. NOTE •...
Before Using LG SmartThinQ • LG SmartThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, Check the distance between the appliance and malfunctions, or errors caused by network the wireless router (WLAN network).
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Installing LG SmartThinQ NOTE • If you change your wireless router, internet Search for the LG SmartThinQ application from service provider, or password, delete the the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a registered appliance from the LG SmartThinQ smartphone.
Once cycle download is completed in the appliance, LG Electronics will also provide open source code the product keeps the downloaded cycle until a new to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost cycle is downloaded.
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Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. Time remaining for data transfer is displayed. • For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted. • If the call centre agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may be asked to try again.
MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They may damage the finish.
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Turn on the power, and then select the Clean the filter using a medium bristle tooth Tub Clean. brush. • tcL will be displayed on the display. Press the Start/Pause button to start. After the programme is complete, leave the door open to dry the door opening, gasket, and door glass.
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After cleaning the drain pump filter, take the Remove the build-up of detergent and softener. drain pump filter out and insert the drain plug. • Rinse the drawer and the components of the drawer with warm water to remove the build- up from detergent and softener.
Before Calling for Service You can remedy most of the problems by yourself, consequently save time and money, since you do not need to call LG Electronics service centre. The following table should assist you by troubleshooting. Error Messages The appliance is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage.
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Possible Cause & Solution Door sensor malfunctions. dE dE1 dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR • Please call LG Electronics service centre. You can find your local LG Electronics service centre phone number in the warranty card. This is a control error. CONTROL ERROR •...
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Thumping sound Wash load may be out of balance. • Pause the cycle and redistribute the load after the door unlocks. Vibrating noise Package materials are not removed. • Remove package materials. Wash load may be unevenly distributed in the drum. •...
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Control needs to be reset. operate. • Press the Power button, then reselect the desired programme and press the Start/Pause button. Start/Pause was not pressed after a cycle was set. • Press the Power button, then reselect the desired programme and press the Start/Pause button.
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Cycle time is longer Heavy articles are mixed with lighter items. than usual. • Always try to wash articles with similar weight in order to allow the appliance to evenly distribute the weight of the load for spinning. The load is out of balance.
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Performance Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Poor stain removal Previously set stains. • Articles that have been previously washed may have stains which have been set. These stains may be difficult to remove and may require hand washing or pre-treating to aid in stain removal. Staining Bleach or softener is dispensed too soon.
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• Find the Wi-Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it, then not connected to the register your appliance on LG SmartThinQ. Wi-Fi network. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi-Fi network.