LG WM3988HWA User manual

WASHER/DRYER COMBO
WM3988HWA
Full Size All-In-One SteamWasher™and Dryer Combo
Performance
• Largest Capacity Front Load Combo (4.2 cu.ft. IEC)
with NeveRust™Stainless Steel Drum
• Direct Drive Motor for the ultimate in durability
and reliability
• TilTub™is designed with a 10° tilt for easy reach
of clothing in the rear of the drum
• 1320 RPM powerful spin for efficient water
extraction
• SteamWash™System for Better Washing Performance
and Higher Water and Energy Efficiency
• Allergiene™Cycle
• SteamFresh™Cycle for Reducing Wrinkles
and Refreshing Clothes
• TrueSteam™Generator
• Ventless Condensing Drying System
Intelligent Fabric Care
• SenseClean™& Sensor Dry System for intelligent
fabric care, water and energy efficiency
• 9 Washing Programs
• 5 Wash/Dry Programs
• 5 Wash/Rinse Temperature Levels
• RollerJets™& Forced Water Circulation
• Sanitary Cycle / Stain Cycle
• Delay Wash by 19 hours for washing convenience
Style and Design
•
Upfront Electronic Control Panel with Dial-A-Cycle
™
• Large Chrome Rimmed Door with Clear Glass
• Porcelain Top
• Optional Drawer Pedestal
Environmentally Friendly
• LoDecibel™Quiet Operation
• Highly Energy and Water Efficient
Among full-size front load washers.
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LAUNDRY
LG front load washers exceed
Energy Star®classifications
by a minimum of 39%.
NSF certifies the SANITARY course
which is intended for reducing
99.9% of bacteria and other harmful
microscopic organisms on laundry.

Printed in February 2008 SS-5007
WM3988HWA
TYPE
Front Loader 
Design Look Front Control
Intelligent Electronic Controls with Dial-A-Cycle™
Drying System Ventless Condensing
CAPACITY
Total Capacity* 4.2 cu.ft. (IEC)
Dry Linen Capacity >10.1kg
ENERGY
Energy Star 
PROGRAMS
9 Wash Programs SteamFresh™, Sanitary (158°F), Bulky/Large,
Perm Press, Cotton/Normal, Delicates,
Hand Wash/Wool, Speed Wash, Allergiene™
5 Wash/Dry Programs Sanitary, Perm Press, Cotton/Normal,
Allergiene™, Speed Wash
5 Wash/Rinse Temperature Levels Extra Hot/Cold, Hot/Cold, Warm/Warm,
Warm/Cold, Cold/Cold
5 Spin Speeds Extra High (1320 RPM Max), High (1150/1000 RPM),
Medium (1000/950/600 RPM),
Low (950/600/400 RPM), No Spin
4 Dry Times 120 min, 90 min, 60 min, 30 min
No. of Water Levels Automatically adjusts to size of load
No. of Soil Levels 5
Options Prewash, Rinse & Spin, Extra Rinse, Stain Cycle,
Water Plus, Drum Light, Tub Clean, SpinSense™,
Delay Wash up to 19 Hours, Steam, Language Selection
FABRIC CARE FEATURES
SteamWash™System 
SenseClean™
Sensor Dry 
RollerJets™& Forced Water Circulation 
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
4 Tray Dispenser Prewash, Main Wash (with liquid detergent cup),
Bleach, Softener
End of Cycle Beeper 
Child Lock 
Self Diagnosis 
Tub Light White LED
Auto-Balancing 
Auto Suds Removal 
Forced Drain System 
Remaining Time Display/Status Indicator 
Water Heater 
TrueSteam™Generator 
Leveling Legs 4 Adjustable
LoDecibel™Quiet Operation 
MOTOR AND AGITATOR
Motor Type / Motor Speed / Axis Direct Drive / Variable / Horizontal
MATERIALS AND FINISHES
NeveRust™Stainless Steel Drum 
Easy Loading TilTub™
Cabinet Top Porcelain
Transparent Glass Window Door 
Door Rim Chrome
Cabinet Painted Steel
Control Panel Plastic
Colors White
POWER SOURCE
Ratings/Electrical Requirements UL Listed/120V, 60Hz, 12 Amps
Type Electric
DIMENSIONS
Product (WxHxD) 27" x 38 11/16" x 29 3/4"
(51"D with door open)
Weight (lbs): Net / Gross 201 / 227
OPTIONS
Pedestal WDP3W (Drawer with Handle)
WARRANTY
1 year parts and labor
2 years on the control board
7 years on the motor
Lifetime on the drum
UPC CODE
WM3988HWA 048231 009560
WDP3W 048231 008556
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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All Rights Reserved. LG Design and Life's Good are trademarks of LG Electronics Inc.
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* Per IEC 60456 washes the equivalent of 4.2 cu.ft.
conventional agitator washer.
WASHER/DRYER COMBO
LG ELECTRONICS INC.
1000 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
800.243.0000 LGusa.com
Full Size All-in-One Washer and Dryer
SteamFresh™
LG's innovative SteamFresh™cycle makes it possible for
you to refresh and reduce wrinkles in up to 5 garments at
one time. Running late for work with no time to iron? Load
a cotton blend shirt into the SteamWasher™and select the
SteamFresh™cycle. You'll be ready to go in just 20 minutes.
Allergiene™
Allergiene™cycle is proven to reduce certain allergens such
as house dust mites and domestic animal dander.
Intelligent Electronic Controls
with Blue LCD Display
Intuitive controls allow you to 'set it and go'. The large LCD
display provides instructions and diagnostics while keeping
you updated on the cycle status and time remaining.
Direct Drive
Power is delivered right to the drum from the motor
without belts, resulting in a highly durable, powerful and
quiet washing machine.
SenseClean™System
The water level and wash time are set automatically
based on the weight and size of each load for optimal
washing care.
RollerJets™& Forced Water Circulation
Clothes glide over the RollerJets™while sprinklers encourage
the removal of soil, reducing pilling, fraying, and snags for
longer lasting clothing.
Sanitary Cycle
Get tough stains and bacteria out of dirty clothes with this
special cycle that boosts water to 158°F.
LoDecibel™Quiet System
Anti-vibration motor and one-piece cabinet structure
reduce unnecessary noises.