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INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Basic Safety Precautions 3, 4 Electrical Safety 4 Before Using the Dishwasher 5 THANK YOU! PARTS AND FEATURES Features 6 Congratulations on your purchase Parts 7 Control Panel 8, 9 and welcome to the LG family. Your new LG Dishwasher combines OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Quick Start 10 Selecting a Cycle 11 quiet, efficient operation with Loading the Lower Rack 13 Loading for Steam 13 advanced cleaning technology. Loading the Upper Rack 14 Loading the Silverw
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that could eventually result in property damage or serious bodily harm, even death. The safety alert symbol will be followed by either the word “WARNING” or “CAUTION,” then
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: For a permanently connected dishwasher: Tip Hazard This appliance must be connected to a grounded Do not put excessive downward force on the open metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment- dishwasher door prior to installation, as this could grounding cond
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER Before using the dishwasher, please read the When loading the dishwasher, observe the Important Safety Instructions. following general guidelines: Water supply temperature should be a minimum 1. Place items with deep dish bottoms at an of 120°F (49°C) for better washing and angle to help water run off and speed the reasonable cycle time. drying process. For this reason, use the hot water supply only. It 2.
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PARTS AND FEATURES FEATURES VARIO SPRAY SYSTEM LARGE CAPACITY Because the water spray alternates between the LG dishwashers allow you to load very large upper and lower racks, items in both the upper all of the power from and lower racks. The the motor is directed tall tub provides extra to one rack at a time. overall capacity and This concentrates all the clearance to the cleaning power of accommodate large the motor on each rack dishes. Extra large items in turn. (max. 14 in.) may be loaded
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PARTS AND FEATURES PARTS 14 15 6 16 1 7 8 2 9 3 17 10 18 11 4 19 12 5 20 13 1 CONTROL PANEL 8 TOP SPRAY ARM 2 DOOR HANDLE 9 UPPER SPRAY ARM 3 FRONT COVER 10 STEAM NOZZLE 4 LOWER COVER 11 LOWER SPRAY ARM 5 LEVELING FEET 12 DETERGENT AND RINSE AID DISPENSER ™ 6 FRONT DISPLAY (SignaLight ) 13 DRYING VENT COVER ™ 14 TUB LAMP(Illumitub ) OPERATING CUTLERY RACK 15 The OPERATING lamp will twinkle during the washing, rinsing, and drying phases UPPER RACK 16 of dishwashing. The CLEAN lamp will light for
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PARTS AND FEATURES CONTROL PANEL 8
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PARTS AND FEATURES CONTROL PANEL(continued) 9 English
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS QUICK START 1 5 LOAD THE DISHES SELECT THE CYCLE AND OPTIONS Scrape the dishes free of excess food, bones, Select the cycle and options that best fit the and any other hard, non-soluble residue. load by referring to the chart on page 11. The Pull each rack out and load the dishes as display will show the estimated time for the described on pages 13 and 14. cycle and options selected. 2 MEASURE THE DETERGENT 6 CLOSE THE DOOR Using the guidelines on page 16, fill the The di
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SELECTING A CYCLE *Actual water consumption will vary depending on soil level. **Actual cycle times may vary depending on soil levels and water temperature. Power Scrub Steam Delicate This cycle is for very heavily soiled loads such This cycle adds the gentle power of steam to as cookware. boost the cleaning power of the delicate cycle. The cycle is perfect for effectively cleaning Normal delicate items like fine china or stemware. Select th
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION NON-DISHWASHER-SAFE ITEMS The combination of high water temperature and dishwasher detergents may damage certain items. LG does not recommend washing the following items in the dishwasher: • Hand-painted silver or gold-leaf dishes • Wood- or bone-handled utensils • Iron or other rust-prone utensils • Plastic items that are not dishwasher-safe When in doubt, check manufacturers’ recommendations. 12
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LOADING THE LOWER RACK The extra tall tub allows loading of dishes, pans, may be used in either the lower or upper rack. or other utensils up to 14 inches high. The lower rack should not be used for small NOTE: Make sure large items do not interfere items like cups, wine glasses, or small plates. with the rotation of the spray arms, and do not These items should be loaded in the upper rack. prevent the detergent dispenser from opening. Load heavily soiled or stained dishes
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LOADING THE UPPER RACK Use the upper rack for small or delicate items on the fold down cup racks, which may also such as small plates, cups, saucers, glasses, provide support for long stemmed glasses. Make and dishwasher-safe plastic items. Cups, sure items do not interfere with the rotation of the glasses, and bowls must be positioned upside spray arms above and below down. Extra cups or cooking utensils can be laid the upper rack. LOADING 10 PLACE SETTINGS, UPPER RACK L
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE UPPER RACK The upper rack adjusts up to allow you to place NOTE: After adjusting, make sure that dishes in tall and oversized items up to 14 inches high in the upper and lower racks do not interfere with the lower rack. Or, you can adjust the upper rack the rotation of the spray arm. Do not adjust the down to allow placement of large dishes up to rack while it is loaded with dishes. 12 inches high in the upper rack. To raise the rack: To lower the rack: 1
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ADDING DETERGENT TO THE DISPENSER • Detergent must be put into the detergent compartment before starting any cycle except Dispenser Latch Rinse Only. • If dishes are only moderately soiled, you may be able to use less detergent than recommended. • The total capacity of the main detergent compartment is 1.4 oz (40 ml). The recom- mended usage marks in the dispenser are 0.5 oz (15 ml) and 0.9 oz (25 ml). Using excess detergent can leave a film on dishes and in the dishwashe
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ADDING RINSE AID TO THE DISPENSER The use of rinse aid products is recommended to prevent spots on dishes from water droplets remaining after the completion of the wash cycle, and to enhance the performance of the dry cycle. NOTE: Only use liquid rinse aid in this dishwasher. 1 Rotate the round cap counterclockwise to remove it. 3 Replace the cap and turn clockwise to lock. Add a liquid rinse aid to the maximum fill 2 level (max. 4.8 oz [145 ml]). Rinse aid will be dispens
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CARE & CLEANING For best results, it is important to periodically check and care for the spray arms. WARNING To prevent injury during care and maintenance/cleaning, wear gloves and/or protective clothing. CLEANING METALLIC PARTS Some exterior and interior parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth or sponge. A cloudy film may form on the surface of the stainless steel tub, especially with hard water. CLEANING THE LOWER SPRAY ARM • Make sure that the water jet holes are not blocked by food particles.
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CARE & CLEANING CLEANING THE TOP SPRAY ARM 1 Make sure that the water jet holes are not 2 Then pull the spray arm out. blocked by food particles. When cleaning is necessary, use a screwdriver to release the retainer clip from the bracket that holds the top spray arm assembly to the tub. 3 After cleaning the top spray arm, replace it. Slide it back into place and make sure the retainer clip engages. SEASONAL MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE • During the summer, if you will be absent for extended periods o
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TROUBLESHOOTING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Problem Possible Causes Solutions Dishwasher does not Door is not completely closed. Make sure the door is completely closed and latched. operate Power supply or power cord is Connect the power supply or cord properly. not connected. Fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Dishwasher operates Unit is connected to cold water. Check the water supply connection or water heater too long setting. (Heating cold water t
