SAFETY PRECAUTION! IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE! This service information is intended for individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair this appliance may result in personal injury or property damage. The manufacturer or seller can not be responsible for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.
2. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-1. HOW TO ADJUST LEVEL Raise Lower Installation area Checking level Install the washer on a firm, flat • Open the lid, check if the washer is • surface. correctly leveled by looking down If the washer is installed on an •...
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Horizontal setting Distance between the drain hose and the wall • If the washer is not level, adjust the leveling feet. Turn clockwise to raise, Distance between the drain hose and • counterclockwise to lower. the wall should be more than 4 inches (10 cm), and the distance between any side to side other part and the wall should be more...
2-2. CONNECTING WATER SUPPLY HOSE Before connecting the Water Supply Hose to the water tap, check the hose type and then choose the correct instruction here under. Screw Type Attach the water supply hose to the tap. Push the water supply hose up so that the rubber packing Water tap within the hose can adhere completely to the tap.
2-3. CONNECT THE DRAIN HOSE • Connect the drain hose to the • Attach the clip to the drain hose. • Check that the drain hose is hung outlet of the drain pump located at And then push it toward the body of up over the edge of the laundry tub.
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTION 3-1. IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS COLD WATER SUPPLY HOSE Powder detergent Make sure the water Box for delayed does not leak. washing/softener additves box HOT WATER SUPPLY HOSE POWER PLUG If the supply cord is damaged, it must be INLET HOLE FOR replaced by the BLEACH...
3-2. BEFORE STARTING TO WASH Care Labels • Look for a care label on your clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your garment and how it should be washed. Sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle, water temperature, and spin speed.
1) Using Water Water Temperature • The machine sets the appropriate temperature automatically according to the wash program . You can override the preset selection by pressing the Water Temp. button. • The temperature of the water impacts the effectiveness of all laundry additives and therefore, the cleaning results. •...
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2) Using Detergent Detergent Follow the detergent package directions. Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Use more detergent if you have hard water, large loads, greasy or oily soils or lower water temperature. Choosing the right detergent Your washing machine is designed for use with only High-Efficiency (HE) detergents.
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Using the Dispenser Drawer ABOUT THE DISPENSER Main Wash Main Wash Powder Detergent Liquid Detergent The automatic dispenser consists of two Compartment Compartment compartments which hold: • Liquid fabric softener. Liquid Fabric • Liquid or powdered detergent. Softener All laundry products can be added at once in their respective Compartment dispenser compartments.
Adding Detergent Add measured detergent to the detergent compartment of the dispenser drawer. • Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Detergent is flushed through the dispenser at the beginning of the wash phase. Either powdered or liquid detergent can be used, but the drawer insert must be removed to use powder.
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3) Special Guide for Stain Removal WARNING Do not use or mix liquid chlorine bleach with other household chemicals such as toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid,or products containing ammonia. These mixtures can produce dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury or death. To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the basic warnings listed below: •...
Stain Removal STAIN TREATMENT Adhesive tape, chewing Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with gum, rubber cement prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Baby formula, dairy Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. products, egg Beverages (coffee, tea, soda, Pretreat stain.
3-3. FUNCTION OF EACH BUTTON. Save Energy+ Stain Treat POWER • Power on. • This option saves energy • Use this option to wash loads with • Push again, power goes off by using cooler multipletypes of soils. With this option, •...
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Delay Wash (Selection) My Cycle START/ PAUSE BUTTON BUTTON • MYCYCLE allows you to • Delayed finishing time. • Use to start or pause the wash • The time increases when the button is pushed. store a customized wash cycle. •...
3-5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE When there is the possibility of freezing temperatures • Close the water taps and remove the water supply hoses. • Remove the water which remains in the water supply. • Lower the drain hose and drain the water in the sump and the drain hose by running a spin cycle. If frozen •...
4-2. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCION ▶ Be sure to unplug the power to repair and replace electric parts. ESD (ElectroStatic DIscharge) WARNING Be sure to follow proper ESD and grounding precautions for diagnosis and repair. If this is not possible, touch the ground wire on a regular basis to remove any static charge built up on your person.
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2) Disassembly of the Noise Filter, Ⓐ Ⓑ Ⓒ Power Cord, Inlet Valve, Pressure Switch, and DT Housing. Ⓓ Noise Filter and Power Cord(Figure A) ① Remove the two screws attaching the noise filter. ② Disconnect 2 connector in Noise Filter and Disassemble Noise Filter and Power Cord.
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3) Disassembly of Top Cover and Lid ① Insert a flat blade between the cabinet and the top cover to release the latches. ②Lift the top cover. ③ Use the blade to push the left hinge out of the way and to displace the hinge pin to remove the lid.
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Inner Tub Cap Hub Fixing Nut Tub Cover Outer Tub Inner Tub Shaft Bearing Housing ASM Rotor Rotor Nut Stator Inner Hub Attachment Nut Tub Cap 4) Disassembly of Tub Cover and Pulsator ① Remove 8 screws and take off the tub cover. ②...
6) Disassembly of the Back Cover and Drain Pump ① Remove the screws that attach the back cover and take it off. ② Disconnect the leads and the drain hose from the drain pump. ③ Remove the pump attachment screws and the lead connector.
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③ Remove the screws that secure the water guide. ④ Disconnect the hall sensor and stator connection before removing the stator in the subsequent step. ⑤ Remove the six screws securing the rotor. ⑥ Check the position of the snap ring, being sure it faces the rotor and stator.
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⑨ Remove four screws to release the tub bracket. ⑩ Remove 17 screws to release the bearing housing. Pull the housing away from the tub, but do not pry it with a screwdriver to avoid damage. Bearing Housing 9) Disassembly of Door Lock Switch Remove the two door lock attachment screws.
4-3. TEST RUNNING WITHOUT WATER 1) SAFETY CAUTION • The main power board assembly has exposed live 120 VAC and live DC voltages. Use care when disconnecting connectors during troubleshooting and testing. (Wear electrostatic discharge gloves when handling the board. •...
4-4. TROUBLESHOOTING BY COMMON WASHING PROBLEMS Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For satisfactory washing results, follow these instructions. NOTE: NEVER use bar soap in the washing machine. WASHING PROBLEM Problems Possible Causes Solutions and Preventive Measures...
4-6. TROUBLESHOOTING WITH ERROR CODE Trouble Check counterplan 1. Verify the valve is open and water is on. 1. Turn the tap on. 2. Check the filter on inlet valve whether 2. Clean or replace the filter clogged with foreign material or not. 3.
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DRAIN ERROR Is OE displayed? Is the connector connected to Replace the Reconnect or Is the coil of the drain pump pump motor assembly DRAIN PUMP repair the too high or low? (resistance of disconnected or ASSEMBLY. connector the coil is 10-20 Ω) disassembled? Is the voltage between Replace the...
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LOCKED MOTOR ERROR - Part of motor Is LE displayed? Reconnect Check the connectors below. the connector Is the connector disconnected Motor (connector / or disassembled? wire / motor ) (motor hall sensor connector, motor drive connector) Is rotor magnet cracked? - Part of main PCB assembly (YL3, BL6) Replace the...
UNBALANCE ERROR OVER FLOW ERROR Is UE displayed? Is FE displayed? Does the laundry lean toward When you enter the service Put laundry evenly Check the AIR one side, not evenly put in the mode, is the water level In the DRUM CHAMBER and the DRUM assembly? frequency over 21.0 kHz?
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PRESSURE SENSOR ERROR Is PE displayed? Is the connector connected to Reconnect or pressure sensor disconnected repair the or disassembled? connector Is the resistance of the Replace the pressure sensor out of range? pressure switch (pin 1~ pin 3) (21~23 Ω±10%) Fix the air Is the AIR CHAMBER and the chamber and...
4-7. OTHER TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION 1. Be careful of electric shock if disconnecting parts while troubleshooting. 2. First of all, check the connection of each electrical terminal with the wiring diagram. 3. If you replace the main PCB assembly, reinsert the connectors correctly. NO POWER Is LED on while the power is Replace the MAIN...
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POWER BUTTON DOESN’T WORK Is the connector connected to Reconnect or Replace the Is the display PCB broken? DISPLAY PCB Main PCB / Display PCB repair the (check the buzzer sound and ASSEMBLY disconnected or connector LED light while touch the disassembled? LCD) Connecting connector...
5. COMPONENT TESTING INFORMATION WARNING When resistance (Ohm) checking the component, be sure to turn the power off, and do voltage discharge sufficiently. 5-1. FILTER ASSEMBLY (LINE FILTER) Circuit in the MAIN PCB / Wiring Diagram Wiring diagram MAIN PCB ASSEMBLY Test points...
5-2. DOOR LOCK SWITCH ASSEMBLY Circuit in the MAIN PCB / Wiring Diagram Wiring diagram The Door Lock Switch Assembly consists of a DC Motor, a Bimetal, a Protection PTC, Sensing Point. It locks the door during a wash cycle. 1.
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Test points Test Points Result (1)To (2) 33 ~ 46 Ω Result (1)-Black / (2)-Brown (4) To (5) 9 ~ 11 AT (4)-White / (5)-Green...
5-3. STATOR ASSEMBLY Circuit in the MAIN PCB / Wiring Diagram Wiring diagram The DD motor can be driven from stopped to maximum speed in infinite steps in either direction. There are 36 poles on the stator; 12 permanent magnets spaced around the rotor. There are no Function brushes to wear out.
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The hall sensor determines the speed and direction of the motor. It also can read that the load is off balance when the drum speed fluctuates. - Voltage Testing Hall Sensor at Stator If measuring voltage from the Main PCB Assembly to the Hall Sensor, use the following steps: 1.
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- Voltage Testing Hall Sensor from the Main PCB Assembly 1. Unplug power cord. 2. Remove rear panel. 3. Remove Washer Top. 4. Remove Main PCB Assembly cover as shown in Figure below. 5. Locate the Blue Hall Sensor 6 wire connector using wiring diagram wire colors as your guide. 6.
5-4. PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY Circuit in the MAIN PCB Wiring Diagram Wiring diagram Test Points Result Remarks (1) to (2) 10.9 Ω±5% Resistance Test points Result...
5-5. INLET VALVE ASSEMBLY Circuit in the MAIN PCB Inlet valve driving circuit Wiring diagram Wiring diagram INLET VALVE * All valves operate at 13.5 VDC. Depending on the cycle and water temperature, the controller will energize the hot or cold water Function valve solenoids to meet the selected water temperature.
5-6. HEATER ASSEMBLY Circuit in the MAIN PCB Wiring diagram Wiring diagram Heater driving circuit WASH HEATER 1. The wash heater is designed to raise the wash water to the desired temperature selection during certain wash cycles. Function 2. The steam generator heater is designed to make the water to the steam during steam cycles. Test points Wash Heater...
5-7. THERMISTOR ASSEMBLY Circuit in the MAIN PCB / Wiring Diagram Wiring diagram MAIN PCB The thermistor (temperature sensor) is used to monitor water temperature in the tub. Function Test points Wash Thermistor...
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Wash Thermistor Result [㏀] Test Points Remarks The lowest standard The upper limit limit 70.519 76.531 82.848 At 86℉ (30℃) (1) to (2) Result 46.997 50.584 54.307 At 104℉ (40℃) 22.285 23.623 24.978 At 140℉ (60℃) 15.803 16.635 17.467 At 158℉ (70℃) 6.984 7.471 7.971...