Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............19 Control Panel ....................21 Programme Table ....................23 Extra Options and Functions ................27 SMART FUNCTIONS ..............29 Using LG ThinQ Application ................29 Smart Diagnosis ....................31 MAINTENANCE ................32 Cleaning After Every Wash ................32 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............32 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............35...
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 washed: FV1450S4V FV1409S4W FV1408S4W FV1408S4V F4V5RYP** F4V5VYP** F4V5TYP** 10.5 kg...
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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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• 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 • 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 a Control Panel Control Panel a Power plug Power plug b b Detergent dispenser drawer Detergent dispenser drawer b b Transit bolts Transit bolts c c Drum...
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Elbow bracket for securing drain hose* Elbow bracket for securing drain hose* f f Tie strap* Tie strap* Specifications Model FV1450S4V FV1408S4W FV1408S4V FV1409S4W F4V5VYP** F4V5RYP** F4V5TYP** Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Dimension (Width x Depth x Height)
Installation Place Requirements 5 mm Before installing the appliance, check the following information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place. Installation Location • Install the appliance on a flat hard floor. (Allowable slope under the appliance: 1°) •...
• 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. • Power outlet must be at least 1 meter of either side of the location of the appliance.
Removing the Bolt Assemblies Adjusting and Leveling the Feet When installing the appliance, the appliance should Starting with the bottom two transit bolts a, use be aligned and perfectly level. If the appliance is not the spanner (included) to fully loosen all transit aligned and level properly, the appliance may be bolts by turning them counterclockwise.
• It must not ‘Seesaw’ across corners under the NOTE load. • Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG • Do not let the feet of the appliance get wet. Electronics service centre. Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise.
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Checking the Rubber Seal on the NOTE Water Inlet Hose • Before connecting the inlet hose to the water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out foreign Two rubber seals a are supplied with the water substances (dirt, sand, sawdust, and etc.) in the inlet hoses.
Installing the Drain Hose For Model with Drain Pump The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor. Water in the appliance may not drain or may drain slowly. • Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage.
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.
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Checking the Clothes Care Label • Close zippers, hooks and strings to make sure that these items do not snag on other clothes. • Pre-treat dirt and stains by brushing a small Symbols on the care labels amount of detergent dissolved water onto stains to help lift dirt.
Adding Detergents and NOTE Softeners • Do not let the detergent harden. Doing so may lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or odour. Detergent Dosage • Full load: According to manufacturer’s recommendation. • Detergent should be used according to the •...
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Adding Detergent Tablet • Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent drawer for more than 2 days (Fabric softener Detergent tablet is also available when washing may harden). laundry. • Softener will automatically be added during the last rinse cycle. Open the door and put detergent tablets into •...
Control Panel Control Panel Features a Power Power Button Button • Press the Power button to turn on or off the appliance. b b Programme Knob Programme Knob • Programmes are available according to the laundry type. • The lamp will light up to indicate the selected programme. c c Start/Pause Start/Pause Button Button...
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e e Display 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.
Programme Table Washing Programme Programme Cotton Description Provides better performance by combining various drum motions. Use for coloured fast garments (shirts, nightdresses, pajamas, etc.) and normally soiled cotton load (underwear). Proper Temperature Max. Load 40 °C (Cold to 95 °C) Rating Max.
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Programme Silent Wash Description Provides less noise and vibration and saves money by using overnight electricity. Use for coloured fast garments (shirts, nightdresses, pajamas, etc.) and lightly soiled white cotton (underwear). Proper Temperature 40 °C (cold to 60 °C) Max. Load 5 kg Max.
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Programme Sportswear Description Suitable for special garments like sports and outdoor wear. Use for Coolmax, gore-tex, fleece and sympatex. Proper Temperature Max. Load 40 °C (Cold to 40 °C) 3 kg Max. Spin Speed 800 rpm Programme Quick 30 Description Provides fast washing time for small loads and lightly soiled clothes.
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Extra Options Programme Intensive Rinse+ Pre Wash Delay End Add Item Cotton Cotton+ Mixed Fabric Easy Care Silent Wash Allergy Care Baby Steam Care Delicates Hand/Wool Sportswear Quick 30 Duvet Tub Clean Download Cycle...
Extra Options and Delay End Functions You can set this function so that the appliance starts automatically and finishes after a specified time You can use the extra options and functions to interval. customize the programmes. Press the Power button. Intensive Select a washing programme.
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Beep On/Off q NOTE • For safety reasons, the door remains locked This function operates only when the appliance is when the water level or temperature inside of in operation. the drum is high. It is not possible to add laundry •...
Check the distance between the appliance and the wireless router (WLAN network). • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, • If the distance between the appliance and or errors caused by network connection.
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Press and hold Remote Start button for 3 Energy Monitoring seconds to enable this function. Check the energy consumption of the recently used cycles and monthly average. Start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application on your smartphone. Smart Diagnosis This function provides useful information for NOTE diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance •...
Output Power(Max) IEEE 802.11g: 17.72 dBm diagnosis method. IEEE 802.11n: 16.61 dBm • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Open Source Software Notice Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the Information LG ThinQ application.
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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NOTE Close the dispenser drawer slowly. • Turn off the supply tap to the appliance if the Turn on the power, and then select the appliance is to be left for a certain period of time Tub Clean. (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.
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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.
Operation of your appliance can lead to errors and malfunctions. The following tables contain possible causes and notes for resolving an error message or malfunction. It is recommended to read the tables carefully below in order to save your time and money that may cost for calling to LG Electronics service centre.
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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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Noises You Might Hear Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Rattling and clanking Foreign objects, such as keys, coins, or safety pins may be in the drum. noise • Stop the appliance, check the drum for foreign objects. If the noise continues after the appliance is restarted, call for service.
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Controls are not set properly. operate. • Make sure that the cycle should be correctly set. Close the door and press the Start/Pause button. Door is open. • Close the door and make sure that nothing should be caught under the door preventing it from closing completely.
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Kinked drain hose. drain water. • Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Drain located higher than 1.2 m above the floor. • Make sure that the drain hose should not be higher than 1.2 m above the bottom of the appliance.
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Wrinkling Appliance is not unloaded promptly. • Always remove items from the appliance as soon as the cycle is complete. Appliance is overloaded. • The appliance can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be tightly packed with items.
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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 ThinQ. 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.