LG VH2-S16W User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
DRYER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
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VH2-S16W
MFL69783882
Rev.01_081622
www.lg.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual may contain images or
content that may be different from the
model you purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the
manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE...........................................................3
WARNING............................................................................................................3
INSTALLATION
Parts and Specifications ....................................................................................9
Installation Location Requirements ..............................................................11
Leveling the Appliance ....................................................................................12
Connecting the Drain Hose.............................................................................12
OPERATION
Operation Overview.........................................................................................14
Preparing the Clothes......................................................................................15
Control Panel ....................................................................................................17
Programme Table ............................................................................................19
Extra Options and Functions ..........................................................................23
SMART FUNCTIONS
LG ThinQ Application.......................................................................................26
Smart Diagnosis ...............................................................................................28
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning after Every Dry .................................................................................29
Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............................................................31
Care in Cold Climates.......................................................................................33
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service................................................................................35

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen
risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance.
The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as
described below.
Safety Messages
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or
scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions,
including the following.
Technical Safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations
that can cause risks. Read the part with this symbol carefully
and follow the instructions in order to avoid risks.
WARNING
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause the minor injury or damage to the appliance.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• Do not dry unwashed items in the appliance.
• Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by
the fabric softener instructions.
• Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches.
• 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.
• The appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used
for cleaning.
• Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil,
vegetable oil, acetone, alcohol, petroleum, kerosene, spot removers,
turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water
with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the
appliance.
• Do not drink the condensed water. Failure to do so may result in food-
borne illnesses.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agents or similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
• The lint filter must be cleaned frequently.
• Lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the appliance.
• Do not spray dry cleaning detergent directly onto the appliance or
use the appliance to dry clothes left with dry cleaning detergent.
• Do not dry clothes stained with oil substances. Oil substances
(including edible oils) stained on clothes cannot be completely
removed even after washing with water.
• The appliance must not be supplied through an external switching
device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly
switched on and off by a utility.
• Remove clothes from the product immediately when drying is
complete or the power is turned off during the drying process.
Leaving clothes that has been dried in the appliance unattended

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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could result in fire. Clothes not removed from the appliance after
drying could result in fire. Remove clothes immediately after drying,
and then hang or lay the clothes flat to cool.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household only.
Maximum Capacity
• The maximum capacity in some cycles for clothes to be dried is 16 kg
(Dry)
.
• The recommended maximum capacity for each drying programme
may differ. To get good dry results, please refer to
Programme Table
in OPERATION chapter for further details.
Installation
• Make sure the appliance is properly installed, grounded, and
adjusted by qualified service personnel according to the installation
instructions.
• Never attempt to operate the appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken
parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
• This appliance should only be transported by two or more people
holding the appliance securely.
• Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install
or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject
to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, rain, or
temperatures below freezing.
• Tighten the drain hose to avoid separation.
• If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the socket outlet is loose,
do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre.
• Do not plug multiple socket outlets, an extension power cable or
adapter with this appliance.
• Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof
textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam
rubber pads should not be dried in the appliance.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• This appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding
door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the
appliance, in such a way that a full opening of the appliance door is
restricted.
• This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by
providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
• This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug
must be plugged into an appropriate socket outlet that is installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
• 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.
• Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Operation
• Do not attempt to separate any panels or disassemble the appliance.
Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to
operate the appliance.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance yourself. All repairs
and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel
unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only
authorized factory parts.
• Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free from
combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Do not put or other animals pets into the appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the door
or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.
• Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the
drum has completely stopped.

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• Do not put in, wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances
(such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, drycleaning solvents,
kerosene, vegetable oil, cooking oil, etc.). Improper use can cause fire
or explosion.
• In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG
Electronics customer information centre.
• Do not push down on the appliance door when it is open.
• Do not use flammable gas and combustible substances (benzene,
gasoline, thinner, petroleum, alcohol, etc.) near the appliance.
• If the drain hose or inlet hose is frozen during winter, thaw it out
before using the appliance.
• Keep all washing detergents, softener and bleach away from
children.
• Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet
hands.
• Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.
Maintenance
• Remove any moisture or dust from the power plug before securely
plugging it into an outlet.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning the
appliance. Setting the controls to the OFF or stand by position does
not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always
grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
• Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it.
Disposal
• Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it and cut off the power
cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse.

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• Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and
styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause
suffocation.
• Remove the door before disposing of or discarding this appliance to
avoid the danger of children or small animals getting trapped inside.

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INSTALLATION
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INSTALLATION
Parts and Specifications
NOTE
• Appearance and specifications may vary without notice to improve the quality of the appliance.
Front View
a Water Container
b Control Panel
c Door
d Lint Filter
e Door Holder
f Drain Tube

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INSTALLATION
Available Accessories
Please contact LG Electronics Customer Information Centre or visit the LG Website at http://www.lg.com
for purchase.
NOTE
• The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased.
Specifications
Condensing Drain Hose
Drain Hose Holder
Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Dry Rack
Leg Stoppers
Model VH2-S16W
Power supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz
Dimension (Width X Depth X Height) 700 mm X 770 mm X 990 mm
Product weight 74 kg
Allowable temperature 5 - 35 ℃