User manual LG WD-12320RD

[. . . ] Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol. Our contribution to the protection of the environment: we use recycled paper. 22 Contents Warnings Disposal 24-25 25 Maintenance Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Cleaning of the drainage area Water inlet filter Frost precautions Emergency emptying out 38 38 38 38 39 39 39 Tips for environmental protection 25 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Hydraulic connection Levelling Electrical connection 26 27-28 27 27 28 28 Something not working? 40-41 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 29 29 29 Use Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives International wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing programmes 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 32 33 34-35 36-37 23 ENGLISH Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation · All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the instruction book. [. . . ] · The temperature selector dial will allow you to choose the most suitable temperature for your laundry. · The balance control device ensures the machine is stable during the spin. Description of the appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Door handle 4 Drainage area door 5 Adjustable feet SUPREMA 2 1 3 4 5 Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener, starch Bleaching agent Cl R0001S 29 ENGLISH Use Control panel 1 1. Button 234 5 6 5 Temperature selector This control allows you to select the temperature of the washing cycle in accordance with the kind of clothes to be washed. Turn the control until the required temperature coincides with the marker. On the program table you will find the most apropriate temperature for each kind of washing. Selecting any program can be run through with cold water. This will ensure a saving in electricity consumption. (Easy iron. If you use this button it will be easier to iron the fabrics later). Pressing this button the water will hold up in the wash tub at the end of the cycle. Press again to drain the water and take out the clothes. 2. button Press it to reduce the spinning speed from 1000 to 600 r. p. m. (programs for cotton and linen) Press it to reduce the spinning speed from 740 to 400 r. p. m. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc. ), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling. All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance: ­ powder detergents for all types of fabric, ­ powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens, ­ liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only. The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme. If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. The bleaching agent (chlorine) can be used only for white or fast coloured cotton and linen items. Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Degrees of water hardness Degrees Level Characteristic German °dH French °T. H. 1 2 3 4 soft medium hard very hard 0- 7 8-14 15-21 0-15 16-25 26-37 more than more than 21 37 32 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max. wash temperature 95°C Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 30°C 60 40 40 30 Hand wash Do not wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach Ironing Hot iron max 200°C Warm iron max 150°C Lukewarm iron max 110°C Do not iron Dry cleaning Dry cleaning in all solvents Dry cleaning in perchlorethylene, petrol, pure alcohol, R 111 & R 113 Dry cleaning in petrol, pure alcohol and R 113 Do not dry clean high temperature low temperature Drying Flat On the line On clothes hanger Tumble dry Do not tumble dry 33 ENGLISH 95 60 40 30 4. [. . . ] Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged (outlet pump is blocked, filter or drain hose are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine: · pull out the plug from the power socket; · close the water tap; · if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; · open the drainage area door; · place a bowl to collect the water; · release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the bowl and remove its cap, when the bowl is full put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose; · empty the bowl, repeat the procedure until you have completely emptied the washing machine; · replace the emergency emptying hose in its initial position and close the drainage area door. 39 ENGLISH Something not working? Problems which you can resolve yourself. Problem · The machine does not start up: Possible cause · The door is not firmly closed. · The machine is not plugged in or there is no power at the socket. · The programme selector is not positioned correctly or the programme selector knob has not been pulled out. · The machine does not fill: · The water tap is closed. · The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. [. . . ]