LG LDF7932 User manual

Model/Modelo
LDF7932WW
LDF7932BB
LDF7932ST
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DISHWASHER
USER’S GUIDE
Please retain this owner’s manual for
future reference.
Read and follow all safety rules and
instructions before using this product.
GUIA DE USUARIO
Guarde este manual de usuario para
referencia futura. Lea y siga todas
las reglas e instrucciones de seguridad
antes de utilizar este producto.
LAVAPLATOS
To contact LG Electronics:
1-800-243-0000 (US)
Or visit us on the Web at: us.lge.com
Para comunicarse con LG Electronics:
1-800-243-0000
O visítenos en la Web en: us.lge.com

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INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Basic Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 4
Electrical Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Before Using the Dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
PARTS AND FEATURES
Important Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Key Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 9
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 21
WARRANTY
Product Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Congratulations on your purchase
and welcome to the LG family.
Your new LG Dishwasher combines
quiet, efficient operation with
advanced cleaning technology.
By following the operating and care
instructions in this manual, your
dishwasher will provide you with
many years of reliable service.
THANK YOU!
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Quick Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Selecting a Cycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Loading the Lower Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Loading for Steam. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Loading the Upper Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Loading the Silverware Basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Height-Adjustable Upper Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adding Detergent to the Dispenser. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adding Rinse Aid to the Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning Metallic Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning the Lower Spray Arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning the Upper Spray Arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning the Top Spray Arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Seasonal Maintenance and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
SPECIFICATIONS
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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English
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 an important
safety message. These words mean:
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using
this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• This manual contains very important information
regarding the installation, use, and maintenance
of your dishwasher.
• The manufacturer cannot be responsible for
injuries or damage caused by failure to follow
these safety and caution instructions.
• Read all instructions carefully before using the
dishwasher.
• Use the dishwasher only for its intended
function.
• Use only detergents or rinse agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher. Keep all
dishwasher detergents and additives out of the
reach of children.
• This appliance is not intended for use by young
children or unqualified persons.
• When loading items to be washed:
1) Load sharp items so that they are not likely to
damage the door seal; and
2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to
reduce the risk of injury when reaching into the
dishwasher.
• Do not wash plastic items in the dishwasher
unless they are labeled dishwasher-safe or the
equivalent. For plastic items not so labeled,
check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Do not operate the dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or
dish racks of the dishwasher.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children
to play in or around a dishwasher.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not
been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has
not been used for such a period of time, turn on
all hot water faucets and let the water flow for
several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. Since hydrogen
gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an
open flame during this time.
• Remove the door to the wash compartment
when disposing of an old dishwasher.
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of serious bodily harm, even death.
CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
For a permanently connected dishwasher:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment-
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment-
grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
Consult with a qualified electrician.
Tip Hazard
Do not put excessive downward force on the open
dishwasher door prior to installation, as this could
cause damage to the unit or cause it to tip over.
Do not use the dishwasher before installation has
been completed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions.
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:
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, fire, or electrical shock.
• The dishwasher MUST be grounded. Connect
the ground wire to the green ground connector
in the terminal box.
• Do not use an extension cord with this
appliance.
• The dishwasher is designed to be used with
standard household current (120 Volts AC, 60
Hz.). Before connecting the dishwasher, ensure
that the outlet or cable is properly grounded and
polarized by circuit breakers or fuses. Failure to
provide adequate grounding of this appliance
may cause electrical shock or malfunction of the
appliance. Consult with a qualified electrician.
• Do not install or store the dishwasher where it
will be exposed to weather conditions. Failure to
observe this precaution may result in electrical
shock, fire, malfunction, and/or deformation of
the dishwasher.
• Do not damage or place heavy items on the
power cord of the appliance. Do not use the
dishwasher if it has a damaged power cord.
Power cord damage may cause fire and
electrical shock. Consult with a qualified
electrician.
• Do not grasp the power cord or touch the
dishwasher controls with wet hands. Do not use
the dishwasher if it has a damaged power cord
or plug, and do not plug the dishwasher into a
damaged outlet. Failure to observe these
instructions may result in electrical shock.
• Disassembly or repair must be performed by
experienced service persons. Improper
disassembly or repair could lead to product
failure or electrical shock.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before using the dishwasher, please read the
Important Safety Instructions.
Water supply temperature should be a minimum
of 120°F (49°C) for better washing and
reasonable cycle time.
For this reason, use the hot water supply only. It
is also important that the dishwasher is loaded
according to instructions for effective cleaning.
When loading the dishwasher, make sure that
insoluble items such as bones, toothpicks, and
pieces of paper have been removed.
BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER
When loading the dishwasher, observe the
following general guidelines:
1. Place items with deep dish bottoms at an
angle to help water run off and speed the
drying process.
2. Remove solid, burned-on scraps from dishes
prior to loading in the dishwasher.
3. Only load items that are dishwasher-safe.
NOTE: Do not load utensils that are not
heat-resistant, have decorative metal trim, etc.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
FEATURES
LARGE CAPACITY
LG dishwashers allow you to load very large
items in both the upper
and lower racks. The
tall tub provides extra
overall capacity and
the clearance to
accommodate large
dishes. Extra large items
(max. 14 in.) may be
loaded in the lower rack
by raising the upper rack.
SLIM DIRECT MOTOR™
The new Slim Direct Motor™ is inverter-
controlled. Wash
power is controlled
based on cycle
selection. It also
offers high energy
efficiency to minimize
energy use.
HYBRID DRYING SYSTEM
This system effectively dries dishes without the
use of a heating
element that would
increase energy
consumption.
VARIO SPRAY SYSTEM
Because the water spray alternates between the
upper and lower racks,
all of the power from
the motor is directed
to one rack at a time.
This concentrates all
the cleaning power of
the motor on each rack
in turn.
SOFT FOOD GRINDER AND
SELF-CLEANING FILTER
For best wash results, your LG dishwasher has
a built-in soft food
grinder and a self-
cleaning filter. The
grinder grinds up soft
food and residue into
small particles that can
be caught in the filter
and washed down the
drain. The self-cleaning
filter system continuously cleans the wash water
as it circulates to separate any residue from the
wash water. All dirt and residue is easily washed
down the drain.
STEAM WASHING
Steam technology provides better cleaning
performance than
regular wash systems.
Steam is the most
energy efficient gentle
care for your finest
china and stemware.

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PARTS AND FEATURES
PARTS
CONTROL PANEL
DOOR HANDLE
FRONT COVER
LOWER COVER
LEVELING FEET
FRONT DISPLAY
(SignaLight™)
BASE
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2
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5
3
6
9
7
8
12
15
16
13
14
10
11
TOP SPRAY ARM
UPPER SPRAY ARM
STEAM NOZZLE
LOWER SPRAY ARM
DETERGENT AND RINSE AID
DISPENSER
DRYING VENT COVER
UPPER RACK
SILVERWARE BASKET
LOWER RACK
TOP DISPLAY
POWER BUTTON
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2
5
6
3
4
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10
11
12
15
16
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1

EXTRA RINSE
SANITARY
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PARTS AND FEATURES
CONTROL PANEL
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2
1
2
CYCLES
Press the cycle that corresponds to your desired
wash cycle.
POWER SCRUB
This cycle is for very heavily soiled dishes.
NORMAL
This cycle is for normally soiled, everyday loads.
DUAL INTENSITY
This cycle washes the upper and lower racks at
different spray intensities. The lower rack is washed
with a strong spray for hard to clean items, while the
upper rack is washed with a soft spray for more
delicate items. This provides optimum cleaning
performance for mixed loads, including fine china and
stemware. Both the strong and soft spray lights will
stay on to indicate the dishwasher is in the Dual
Intensity cycle.
QUICK WASH
This is a shortened cycle that is perfect for recently
used or lightly soiled loads.
STEAM DELICATE
This cycle adds the gentle power of steam to boost
the cleaning power of the delicate cycle. The cycle is
perfect for effectively cleaning delicate items like fine
china or stemware.
STEAM FRESH
This cycle can be used to freshen up dishes that may
have been stored or not used for a long time.
CHIME ON/OFF
To enable or disable the chime, press and hold the
Quick Wash and Rinse buttons for 2 seconds.
RINSE ONLY
This cycle is a quick rinse for dishes that will not be
washed immediately. No detergent should be used.
To select the Rinse Only cycle, press the Power
button; then press the Rinse button once without
pressing any other cycle buttons.
NOTE: If a main cycle has been selected, the Rinse
Only cycle will not be available without first shutting
the power off.
CANCEL
To cancel a running cycle, open the door and then
press and hold the Dual Intensity and Quick Wash
buttons together for 3 seconds. The drain pump
will be activated and the cycle will be cancelled.
CYCLE OPTIONS AND DISPLAY
Press the desired cycle option buttons to select
and set any of the dishwasher’s options described
below. The display will show the selected cycle
times and cycle options.
SPRAY (INTENSITY)
Repeated pressing of the Spray button will select
the desired spray. The strong, medium, or soft light
will show in the top left portion of the display.
RINSE
Repeated pressing of the Rinse button will select
the desired Rinse option. The Sanitary, Extra Rinse,
or Sanitary and Extra Rinse lights will show in the
bottom left portion of the display.
• If you select the Sanitary feature, the Sanitary light
will blink until the water is heated to the sanitary
temperature level*. Once the sanitary temperature
level is reached, the light will stay on to indicate
that the sanitary temperature has been reached.
*NOTE: This high-temperature rinse sanitizes
dishware and glassware in accordance with
NSF/ANSI Standard 184 for residential
dishwashers. Certified dishwashers are not
intended for licensed food establishments.
• When you select Extra Rinse, an additional
rinse cycle is added.
• Rinse Only is a wash cycle described on
this page.
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MEDIUM
STRONG SOFT

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PA RTS AND FEATURES
CHILD LOCK
Lamp will turn on when Child Lock
setting is on.
•To lock/unlock the buttons, press SPRAY
and RINSE simultaneously for 3 seconds
with the door open.
•Lock the control buttons during cycle operation
to prevent settings from being changed.
RINSE AID
Refill with rinse aid when the lamp
turns on.
DIGITAL DISPLAY
The Digital Display on the control panel
shows the estimated cycle and option
times in a two-digit display.
When the dishwasher is powered up, the display
will be blank. When the cycle and options are
selected, the display will show the total estimated
time to complete those selections. During
operation, the display shows the remaining
estimated operating time.
NOTES:
•The estimated time shown in the display does
not include delay times for heating water, etc.
•If total time exceeds 99 minutes, the display
shows times in whole hours. (2H, 3H, etc.)
•If Delay Wash is selected, the display shows the
delay time in hours.
DELAY START
•To delay the start of a selected cycle, press
the Delay Start button.
•Each time Delay Start is pressed will delay
the start of the cycle by one additional hour.
•The delay start time can be set from 1 to 12
hours in one-hour increments.
STEAM
•Press the Steam button to add steam to a
selected cycle.
•The Steam symbol light will stay on when the
STEAM option has been selected.
•The symbol light will blink while steam is being
injected into the dishwasher.
POWER
•Pressing the Power button turns on power
to the controls.
•After the cycle is complete, the power
automatically turns off for safety and economy.
•If there is a power surge, power outage,
or disruption of any kind, the power will be
automatically turned off for safety, and the
cycle will need to be restarted.
CONTROL PANEL (continued)
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DISPLAY AREA

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
QUICK START
wCAUTION
Empty the lower rack first and then the upper
rack. This will avoid water dripping from the
upper rack onto dishes in the lower rack.
wWARNING
In general, it is not advisable to open the door
while the dishwasher is in operation. If the door
is opened, a safety device stops the dishwasher.
Care should be taken when opening the door
immediately following the cycle, as steam may
escape.
AUTO-OFF
The dishwasher will automatically turn off if a cycle
is not selected or if the door is not closed within
10 minutes.
LOAD THE DISHES
Scrape the dishes free of excess food, bones,
and any other hard, non-soluble residue. Pull
each rack out and load the dishes as
described on pages 13 and 14.
MEASURE THE DETERGENT
Using the guidelines on page 16, fill the
detergent cup with the recommended amount
of detergent and close the lid. If a prewash is
desired, the recess on top of the lid should
also be filled with detergent.
TURN ON THE DISHWASHER
To start the cycle, open the door and press
the Power button. The control will default to
the Normal cycle.
CHECK THE RINSE AID
The Rinse Aid indicator light will illuminate if
the level of rinse aid in the dishwasher is low.
Add rinse aid if the level is low to maintain the
effectiveness of the dry cycle.
SELECT THE CYCLE AND OPTIONS
Select the cycle and options that best fit the
load by referring to the chart on page 11. The
display will show the estimated time for the
cycle and options selected.
CLOSE THE DOOR
The dishwasher will start automatically, after a
slight delay, when the door is closed and
latched. During the cycle, the display will
indicate the estimated time remaining for the
cycle and options selected. If the door is
opened during the cycle, the dishwasher will
stop. When the door is closed, the cycle will
resume from the point where it was stopped.
END OF CYCLE
When the cycle is completed, a chime will
sound and the display will show “END.” After
a short time, the display and controls will shut
off for safety and energy conservation.
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SELECTING A CYCLE
Power Scrub
This cycle is for very heavily soiled loads such
as cookware.
Normal
Select this cycle for normally soiled, everyday
loads.
Dual Intensity
This cycle allows the upper and lower racks to
be washed at different spray intensities in the
same cycle for a precise balance of cleaning
performance and care of the dishes. See
page 8.
Quick Wash
This is a shortened cycle that is perfect for
recently used or lightly soiled loads.
Steam Delicate
This cycle adds the gentle power of steam to
boost the cleaning power of the delicate cycle.
The cycle is perfect for effectively cleaning
delicate items like fine china or stemware.
Steam Fresh
This cycle can be used to freshen up dishes that
may have been stored or not used for a long
time.
Rinse Only
If you don’t plan to wash a load of dishes
immediately, use this cycle to remove excess
soil and prevent dried-on residue. To select
Rinse Only, press Rinse button without selecting
a main cycle. See page 8.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
English
*Actual water consumption will vary depending on soil level.
**Actual cycle times will vary depending on soil levels and water temperature.
Steam
Delicate
113°F
45°C
140°F
60°C
5.5–6.9 gal.
21–26 L
107
Min.
CYCLE
Power
Scrub
Normal
Dual
Intensity
Rinse
Only
Wash Rinse Dry *Water
Usage
**Cycle
Time
Prewash Main Wash Rinse 1 Rinse 2
Heated
Rinse
131°–145°F
55°–63°C
154°F
68°C 5.5–9.2 gal.
21–35 L
122–176
Min.
95°–140°F
35°–60°C
149°–153°F
65°–67°C
5.5–6.9 gal.
21–26 L
138
Min.
154°F
68°C
149°F
65°C
5.5 gal.
21 L
78
Min.
2.6–6.9 gal.
10–26 L
90–124
Min.
Quick
Wash
Steam
Fresh 1.2–1.5 gal.
4.5–5.5 L
49
Min.
1.3 gal.
5 L
15
Min.
154°F
68°C
131°F
55°C
115°F
46°C

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
wCAUTION
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.

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The extra tall tub allows loading of dishes, pans,
or other utensils up to 14 inches high.
NOTE: Make sure large items do not interfere
with the rotation of the spray arms, and do not
prevent the detergent dispenser from opening.
The lower rack is recommended for dinner
plates, soup bowls, dishes, pots, pans, lids, and
grill trays. Plates should be positioned vertically
and facing the center of the rack. Pots, pans,
and large bowls must be turned so that the
inside faces downward. The silverware basket
may be used in either the lower or upper rack.
The lower rack should not be used for small
items like cups, wine glasses, or small plates.
These items should be loaded in the upper rack.
Load heavily soiled or stained dishes in the front
left side of the lower rack with the dirty side
facing out and down. This is the area the stream
enters the dishwasher. The use of hot steam
maximizes the dishwasher’s cleaning
performance.
LOADING THE LOWER RACK
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LOADING 10 PLACE SETTINGS, LOWER RACK LOADING 12 PLACE SETTINGS, LOWER RACK
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Steam
Nozzle
Area
Steam
Nozzle
Area
To maximize the benefits of steam for removing
difficult or baked-on soils, load the target dishes
on the lower rack to the left side. For best effect,
load the dishes so they are facing down and to
the left to benefit from the direct steam spray
and the lower spray arm wash action.
LOADING FOR STEAM
Steam
Nozzles

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LOADING THE SILVERWARE BASKET
The silverware basket has separators to avoid
scratching and tarnishing of delicate silverware.
The basket can be separated into three modules
that can be used individually in both the upper
and lower racks. For small loads of silverware,
modules can be removed, allowing extra space
for other dishes.
wWARNING
Be careful when loading and unloading sharp
items. Load sharp knives with the handles
up to reduce the risk of personal injury. 12345
LOADING THE UPPER RACK
Use the upper rack for small or delicate items
such as small plates, cups, saucers, glasses,
and dishwasher-safe plastic items. Cups,
glasses, and bowls must be positioned upside
down. Extra cups or cooking utensils can be laid
on the fold down cup racks, which may also
provide support for long stemmed glasses.
Make sure items do not interfere with the
rotation of the spray arms above and below
the upper rack.
LOADING 10 PLACE SETTINGS, UPPER RACK LOADING 12 PLACE SETTINGS, UPPER RACK

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The upper rack adjusts up to allow you to place
tall and oversized items up to 14 inches high in
the lower rack. Or, you can adjust the upper
rack down to allow placement of large dishes
up to 12 inches high in the upper rack.
NOTE: After adjusting, make sure that dishes in
the upper and lower racks do not interfere with
the rotation of the spray arm. Do not adjust the
rack while it is loaded with dishes.
HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE UPPER RACK
English
1To raise the rack:
Simply lift the rack at the center of each
side (see illustration) until the rack locks
into place in the upper position. It is not
necessary to lift the lock levers to raise
the rack.
2To lower the rack:
Hold the rack at the center of each side
to support its weight; then lift the lever on
each side to release the rack and lower it to
the lower position.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ADDING DETERGENT TO THE DISPENSER
• Detergent must be put into the detergent
compartment before starting any cycle except
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
dishwasher resulting in poor wash performance.
• The amount of detergent needed depends on
the cycle, load size, and soil level of dishes.
1If the lid is closed, press the lever on the
bottom side of the lid to open the dispenser.
2Add dishwashing detergent to the main
wash compartment until the level is between
the 15 and 25 lines. Fill to 25 line for hard
water or heavily soiled loads or to 15 line for
soft water or lighted soiled loads. Adjust
amount of detergent to best meet your
cleaning needs and conditions.
Close the lid firmly until a click is heard.
NOTE: DO NOT add detergent when the
Rinse Only cycle is selected.
Dispenser Latch
3If a prewash is desired, fill the recessed
prewash compartment area in the lid with
detergent.
NOTE: Too much detergent can leave
a film on dishes and in the dishwasher
resulting in poor wash performance.
Main Wash Compartment
wCAUTION
DETERGENT INFORMATION
Use only detergent intended for automatic
dishwashers. Incorrect detergent may cause the
dishwasher to fill with suds during operation.
Excess sudsing may reduce wash performance
and may cause the unit to leak. DO NOT use
hand dishwashing detergent in this dishwasher.
Prewash
Compartment

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
English
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.
1Rotate the round cap counterclockwise to
remove it.
2Add a liquid rinse aid to the maximum fill
level (max. 4.8 oz [145 ml]).
3Replace the cap and turn clockwise to lock.
Rinse aid will be dispensed automatically
during the final rinse cycle.
RINSE AID DISPENSER ADJUSTMENT
The rinse aid dispenser is factory-set to level 3,
which should provide
the best performance
under most conditions.
Setting the rinse aid
control too low will
contribute to spotting
and streaking of
dishes and poor
drying performance.
Setting the control too high can cause foaming,
which will cause poor wash performance.
To adjust the rinse aid dispenser setting, remove
the cap and adjust the rinse aid lever to the
desired setting.
REFILLING THE RINSE AID
The capacity of the rinse aid dispenser is 4.8 oz
(145 ml). How often the dispenser will need to
be refilled depends on how often dishes are
washed and the rinse aid setting used.
If the rinse aid level is low, the Rinse Aid light on
the control panel will illuminate.
The dispenser also has a round Rinse Aid
Indicator Eye that is dark when the dispenser
is full and light when it is empty.
Rinse Aid Indicator Eye
Adjustment Lever

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CLEANING METALLIC PARTS
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.
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.
• When cleaning is necessary, remove the lower
spray arm by pulling up.
• After cleaning the lower spray arm, replace it
by pushing down until it clips into place. Be
sure the spray arm turns freely.
CLEANING THE UPPER SPRAY ARM
1Pull the upper rack forward. Make sure that
the water jet holes are not blocked by food
particles.
When cleaning is necessary, remove the
upper spray arm by turning the nut on
the bottom of the spray arm 1/8 turn
counterclockwise and pulling down
(see illustrations).
2After cleaning the upper spray arm, press
it up into place. Turn the nut 1/8 turn
clockwise to make sure the nut locks
back into place.

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CLEANING THE TOP SPRAY ARM
SEASONAL MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• During the summer, if you will be absent for
extended periods of time, it is recommended
that you close the water valve and unplug the
power cord, or turn off the circuit breaker.
• During winter, if you will be absent for
extended periods of time and there is a
possibility of freezing temperatures, it is
recommended that you winterize the water
supply lines and the dishwasher itself.
Winterization must be performed by
experienced service personnel.
1Make sure that the water jet holes are not
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.
2Then pull the spray arm out.
3After cleaning the top spray arm, replace it.
Slide it back into place and make sure the
retainer clip engages.

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Problem Possible Causes Solutions
If you have followed this troubleshooting guide and the problem persists, or if the problem you are
experiencing is not listed here, please call LGE Customer Service at 1-800-243-0000.
Dishwasher does not
operate
Dishwasher operates
too long
Odor
Water remains in tub
after completion of cycle
Food soil remains on
dishes
Spots and filming on
dishes
Noise
Door is not completely closed.
Power supply or power cord is
not connected.
Fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped.
Unit is connected to cold water.
Previous cycle was stopped before
completion.
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.
Improper cycle selection.
Water temperature is too low.
Dishwashing detergent was not used.
Low inlet water pressure.
Water jet holes on spray arms blocked.
Improper loading of dishes.
Low water temperature.
Wrong amount of detergent used.
Overloading.
Improper loading.
Insufficient water pressure.
Insufficient detergent.
Rinse aid dispenser empty.
Extremely hard water.
Some level of noise is normal during
operation.
The dishwasher is not level.
Nozzle arm knocking against dishes.
Make sure the door is completely closed and latched.
Connect the power supply or cord properly.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Check the water supply connection or water heater
setting. (Heating cold water takes longer.)
Operate the Quick Wash cycle with detergent without
loading any dishes.
Adjust hose or clear blockage.
Select correct cycle based on soil level and type of
dishware being washed.
Check water supply connection or water heater setting.
Use recommended detergent.
Water pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi.
Clean the spray arms.
Make sure dishes do not block spray arm rotation or
interfere with detergent dispenser.
Water supply should be at least 120°F for best wash
performance.
Use the recommended amount of detergent.
Load the proper amount of dishes.
See the Using Your Dishwasher section.
Adjust water pressure to between 20 and 120 psi.
Add the recommended amount of detergent. See Using
Your Dishwasher section.
Refill rinse aid dispenser.
Install a home water softener.
Detergent cover opening.
Drain pump at the beginning of drain cycle.
Adjust the leveling feet.
Reposition the dishes.
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