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Front Loading
Steam Combo
USER’S GUIDE &
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before beginning installation, read these
instructions carefully. This will simplify installation
and ensure that the washer is installed correctly
and safely. Leave these instruct
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I N T RO D U C T I O N I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Basic Safety Precautions .................................. 3–6 wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent THANK YOU! PARTS AND FEATURES property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Special Features .................................................
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I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury
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I M P O RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T RU C T I O N S PA RT S A N D F E AT U R E S 2 SPECIAL FEATURES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE 1 1 DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be This four-compartment drawer provides separate followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent 7 dispensers for prewash and main wash detergent, property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. liquid bleach, and liquid fabric sof
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PA RT S A N D F E AT U R E S I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S kEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION In addition to the special features and • Do not remove ground prong. Do not use wWARNING components outlined in the Special Features an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a section, there are several other important • W asher is heavy! Two or more people grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this components that are referenced in this manual. are require
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S FLOORING UNPACkING AND REMOVING SHIPPING BOLTS • T o minimize noise and vibration, the washer NOTE: Please note that the floor must be strong When removing the washer from the carton MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor. and rigid enough to support the weight of the base, be sure to remove the foam tub support See the NOTE at right. washer when fully loaded, without flexing or in the middle
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S CONNECTING THE WATER LINES CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • IMPOR TANT: Use new hoses when installing • The drain hose should always be properly Option 1: Standpipe Water Hose the washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses. secured. Failure to properly secure the drain Rubber Seal (to water inlet hose can result in flooding and property • IMPOR TANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses on washer) Elbow damage. provided by LG
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S H OW TO U S E LEVELING THE WASHER SORTING WASH LOADS Fabric Care Labels Grouping Similar Items The drum of your new washer spins at very high speeds, up to 1,320 RPM. To minimize vibration, Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels For best results, sort clothes into loads that can Level noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must that include instructions for proper care. be washed with the same wash cycle. be a perfectly level, solid
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E LOADING THE DISPENSER SELECTING DETERGENT IMPORTANT: Your Steam Washer™ is IMPORTANT: Do not place or store laundry Prewash Detergent Compartment Liquid Bleach Compartment designed for use with only High-Efficiency products, such as detergent, bleach, or liquid Add liquid or powdered detergent to this This compartment holds liquid chlorine bleach, (HE) detergents. HE detergents are formulated fabric softener, on top of your washer or dryer. compartment when using
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E CONTROL PANEL FEATURES CYCLE GUIDE 4 7 6 The cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle. Wash/Rinse Pre- Rinse + Extra Stain Water Cycle Fabric Type Spin Speed Soil Level Dry Steam Temp. Wash Spin Rinse Cycle Plus Steam Dress shirts, blouses TM Fresh 8 Extra Hot/Cold High Normal Heavily soiled Extra High underwear, work Sanitary No Spin Heavy clothes, diapers, etc. Low Light Medium 1 3 2 Warm/Cold Low Normal Large items such as 5
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E THE LCD DISPLAY OPERATING THE WASHER Once you have loaded the washer and added The LCD display shows the settings, estimated 4 6 7 5 laundry products (detergent, bleach, and/or time remaining, options, and status messages fabric softener): for your washer. When the washer is turned on, the light in the display will illuminate. 1 Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the 5 Press the START/PAUSE button to begin 3 2 washer. The lights around the cycle the cycle. The
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E STEAM CYCLES CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS ™ STEAM cycles include the Sanitary, Each cycle has preset settings that are selected Using the SteamFresh Cycle SPIN SPEED Bulky/Large, Perm. Press, Cotton/ automatically. You may also customize the SteamFresh uses the power of steam alone to The washer drum spins at up to 1,320 TM Normal, and Allergiene cycles. settings using the cycle setting buttons. Press quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. It RPM. This reduces d
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS (cont.) CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS (cont.) Dry Drying Tips Fiber or Leather Materials Woolen Articles Drying options are easily selected Drying Guide–Automatic Dry Do not tumble dry woolen articles. Pull them to Always check the manufacturer’s instructions. with the DRY button. For most even Electronic sensors measure the temperature of their original shape and dry them flat. drying, make sure all articles in the the exhaust to increase or decreas
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H OW TO U S E H OW TO U S E CYCLE OPTION BUTTONS (cont.) SPECIAL FUNCTIONS (cont.) + RINSE SPIN EXTRA RINSE ALLERGIENE™ LANGUAGE The ALLERGIENE™ cycle is a powerful, high Select this option to rinse and spin a This option will add an extra rinse cycle This option allows you to change the temperature cycle designed specifically to reduce to the selected cycle. Use this option to load separately from a regular cycle. language shown in the display. Once certain allergens. help ensure the re
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C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G REGULAR CLEANING CLEANING THE WASHER wWARNING: Cleaning the Dispenser • Unplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning The dispenser should be cleaned periodically can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. to remove buildup from detergent and other • N ever use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. laundry products. They will da
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C A R E A N D C L E A N I N G T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR MAINTENANCE (cont.) The following sounds may be heard while the Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter washer is operating. They are normal. Lint and other objects may accumulate and clog Clicking: Humming or gurgling: the drain pump filter. If the washer fails to drain Drain pump pumping water from the washer at Door lock relay when the door locks and unlocks. properly, unplug the washer and allow the water the
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T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G T RO U B L E S H O OT I N G BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Problem Possible Causes Solutions Water in the washer • Make sure the drain hose is free of clogs, kinks, etc., • Drain hose is bent, pinched, Wrinkling • W asher not unloaded • Always remove items from the washer as soon as drains slowly or not and is not pinched behind or under the washer. or clogged. promptly. the cycle is comple
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S P E C I F I C AT I O N S / O P T I O N A L AC C E S S O R I E S O P T I O N A L AC C E S S O R I E S PEDESTAL INSTALLATION kEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS The appearance and specifications listed in this guide may vary due to constant product improvements. To ensure safe and secure installation, please The pedestal accessory includes: thoroughly follow the instructions below. • Pedestal base • Eight (8) screws ™ Steam Washer Model WM3988H** • One (1) drawer divider • W rench • Four (4)
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O P T I O N A L AC C E S S O R I E S O P T I O N A L AC C E S S O R I E S STACkING kIT INSTALLATION PEDESTAL INSTALLATION (cont.) To ensure safe and secure installation, please This stacking kit includes: observe the following instructions. • Two (2) side rails • One (1) fr ont rail wWARNING • Four (4) scr ews • Incorrect installation can cause serious accidents. • The weight of the dryer and the height of installation make this stacking procedure too risky for one person. Two or
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LG ELECTRONICS, INC. O P T I O N A L AC C E S S O R I E S LG WASHING MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY - USA STACkING kIT INSTALLATION (cont.) Your LG Washing Machine will be will repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or work- manship under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) set forth below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the
