LG WVC9-1412B - User Manual

7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the appliance. • Never stop the appliance before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated. • Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps...

8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Operation • Never attempt to operate the appliance if i...

9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH thinner, petroleum, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near the appliance. • Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the drum has completely stopped. • Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.• In case of a water leak...

10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely removing any moisture and dust. • Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it.• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight...

11 INSTALLATION ENGLISH INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View a Control Panel b Detergent Dispenser Drawer c Drum d Door e Cover Cap f Drain Plug g Drain Pump Filter h Levelling Feet Re...

12 INSTALLATION Specifications Dimension(mm) Model WVC9-1412W / WVC9-1412B Power Supply 220 ‒ 240 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight 76 kg W 600 D 615 D'' 1145 H 850 D' 655 W D D’’ D’ H global_main.book.book Page 12 Monday, March 6, 2023 3:42 PM

13 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Accessories *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. Cold Supply Hose Anti–slip Sheets*1 Spanner Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes Tie Strap*1 global_main.book.book Page 13 Monday, March 6, 2023 3:42 PM

14 INSTALLATION Installation Place Requirements Before installing the appliance, check the following information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place. Installation Location • This appliance must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during the spin cyc...

16 INSTALLATION 1 Starting with the bottom two transit bolts a , use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise. 2 Remove the bolt assemblies by wiggling them slightly while pulling them out. 3 Install the hole caps.• Locate the hole caps b included in ...

17 INSTALLATION ENGLISH • Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor. NOTE • Do not install the washing machine on a plinth, stand or elevated surface unless it is manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this model. 2 Check if the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit...

18 INSTALLATION 2 Adjust the level after placing the appliance in the installation area. 3 Place the adhesive side a of the anti-slip sheets on the floor.• The most effective way is to install the anti- slip sheets under the front feet. If it is difficult to place the sheets under the front feet of ...

19 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread Screw the supply hose connector onto the water supply tap. Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap Without Thread 1 Loosen the 4 fixing screws a . 2 Remove the guide plate b if the tap is too large t...

20 INSTALLATION 3 Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal is connected to be watertight. Tighten the 4 fixing screws and the adapter ring plate. 4 Pull the connector latch plate f down, push the inlet hose onto the adapter, and release the connector latch plate. Make sure th...

22 OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview Using the Appliance Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash programme and add a half amount of the detergent. Start the appliance without clothes. This will remove possible residues and water from the drum that may have been left during manufacturing. ...

23 OPERATION ENGLISH Control Panel The actual control panel may differ from model to model. Control Panel Features Description a Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the washing machine on or off. b Programme Knob • Programmes are available according to the clothes type.• The lamp will li...

24 OPERATION Time and Status Display e Customizing Washing Programme Buttons Use these buttons to adjust the water temperature or spin speed settings for the selected programme.• The current settings are shown in the display.• Press the button for that option to select other settings. f Display • Th...

26 OPERATION Preparing the Wash Load Sort the wash load for best washing results, and then prepare the clothes according to the symbols on their care labels. Sorting the Clothes • Soil level (Heavy, Normal, Light): Separate clothes according to soil level. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled ite...

27 OPERATION ENGLISH detergents that are suitable for Drum (front load) type washers. • If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount. • If too much detergent is used, too many suds can occur and this will result in poor washing results or cause heavy load to the motor. • If you wish to use li...

28 OPERATION rinse cycle. Either powdered or liquid fabric softener may be used.• Pour fabric softener to the maximum fill line. Pouring excessive fabric softener over the maximum fill line can cause it to dispense too early, which may stain the clothes. NOTE • Do not pour fabric softener directly o...

29 OPERATION ENGLISH Programme Table Washing Programme Cotton 40 ℃ (Cold to 95 ℃ ) Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled clothes by combining various drum motions. Cotton Eco 40 ℃ (Cold to 60 ℃ ) Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled clothes by combining various drum mo...

31 OPERATION ENGLISH • Neutral detergent is recommended. Extra Options *1 This option is automatically inserted in the programme and can not be deselected. NOTE • Rinse+ option can be selected for every washing programme in this table except the Dry Only and Steam Refresh programmes. • Delay End and...

32 OPERATION Selectable Maximum Spin Speed NOTE • Actual maximum spin speed may vary depending on the load conditions. The values above are rounded to the nearest hundred. Programme Spin Speed Default Available Cotton 1400 rpm All Cotton Eco 1400 rpm All TurboClean 39 1200 rpm 400 to 1400 rpm Mixed ...

33 OPERATION ENGLISH Drying Programme General Tips for Drying Use the automatic programmes to dry most loads. Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the exhaust to increase or decrease drying temperatures for faster reaction time and tighter temperature control.• Cold water tap must be left o...

35 OPERATION ENGLISH 3 Press the Dry button repeatedly to toggle through the selections:• Normal ( @ ) - For general drying • Time 30/60/120 minutes - For timed drying• Iron ( - ) - For damp drying items for ironing • Low Temperature ( * ) - For delicate fabrics • Normal Eco ( ( ) - For heavier fabr...

36 OPERATION Extra Options and Functions You can use the extra options and functions to customize the programmes. Customizing a Washing Programme Each programme has default settings that are selected automatically. You may also customize these settings using these buttons. Temp. This button selects ...

37 OPERATION ENGLISH NOTE • Selecting this option will tumble the clothes briefly every few minutes for up to 30 minutes after the selected programme finishes. While this option is running, ENd appears on the display. TurboClean Adding this option reduces the programme time but the similar washing r...

38 OPERATION 4 Press the Start/Pause button. NOTE • Except for LED of the Delay End button, all LEDs on the control panel will be turned off within 20 minutes. This feature may vary depending on the model purchased. • The delay time is the time to the end of the programme, not the start. The actual ...

39 SMART FUNCTIONS ENGLISH SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features Communicate with the appliance from a smartphone using the convenient smart features. Remote Start It allows you to ...

40 SMART FUNCTIONS 2 Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with your existing account or create an LG account to sign in. 3 Touch the add ( ~ ) button on the LG ThinQ application to connect your LG appliance. Follow the instructions in the application to complete the process. NOTE • To verify the...

41 SMART FUNCTIONS ENGLISH turned off remotely from the application or this function is disabled. • If the door has been opened, you can not start a cycle remotely. Disable this function manually When this function is activated, press and hold the Remote Start button for 3 seconds. RF Radiation Expo...

43 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH 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...

44 MAINTENANCE Run this function once a month (or more often if needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and softener and other residue.• If there is a bad smell or mildew inside the appliance, run this function once a week for 3 weeks in addition to the regularly prompted intervals. NOTE • The tcL m...

45 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH Allow the water to cool before cleaning the drain pump filter. Open the door in an emergency or perform an emergency water evacuation. 1 Unplug the appliance. 2 Open the cover cap and pull out the drain tube. 3 Remove the drain plug from the drain tube first, and then drain th...

47 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING 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 ...

48 TROUBLESHOOTING Noises You Might Hear OE WATER OUTLET ERROR The drain filter is clogged. • Check and clean the drain filter. dE dE1 dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR Door sensor malfunctions. • Please call LG service centre. You can find your local LG service centre phone number in the warranty card. tE CONTROL...

51 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH Performance Appliance does not drain water. Kinked drain hose. • Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Drain located higher than 1 m above the floor. • Make sure that the drain hose is no higher than 1 m above the bottom of the appliance. Detergent is not dispensed com...

52 TROUBLESHOOTING Odour Staining Clothes were not properly sorted. • Always wash dark colours separately from light colours and whites to prevent discoloration. • Never wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled items. Wrinkling Appliance is not unloaded promptly. • Always remove items from the ...

53 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH Drying Wi-Fi Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Dry problem Check water supply tap. • Do not overload. Check that the washing machine is draining properly to extract adequate water from the load. When load of laundry is too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels. •...

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