LG F4J8VHP2SD User manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
WASHING
MACHINE
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.
MFL70740938
Rev.00_052918 Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
F4J8VH(P)(0~9)W/SD F4J9VH(P)(0~9)W/SD
EN ENGLISH

TABLE OF CONTENTS This manual may contain images or
content different from the model you
purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the
manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................3
DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE (AS PER E-WASTE RULES) 9
INSTALLATION ................................................................................10
Parts ......................................................................................................................10
Accessories ...........................................................................................................10
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 11
Installation Place Requirements ............................................................................12
Unpacking and Removing Transit Bolts.................................................................13
Using Anti-Slip Sheets (Optional) ..........................................................................14
Wooden Floors (Suspended Floors)......................................................................14
Leveling the Appliance...........................................................................................15
Connecting the Water Supply Hose.......................................................................15
Installing the Drain Hose .......................................................................................18
OPERATION .....................................................................................19
Using the Washing Machine ..................................................................................19
Sorting Laundry .....................................................................................................20
Adding Cleaning Products .....................................................................................21
Control Panel.........................................................................................................23
Programme Table ..................................................................................................24
Option Programme ................................................................................................29
Dry ( ) ...............................................................................................................31
SMART FUNCTIONS .......................................................................33
Using LG SmartThinQ Application.........................................................................33
Using Smart Diagnosis™ ......................................................................................36
MAINTENANCE................................................................................38
Cleaning Your Washing Machine...........................................................................38
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter ...............................................................................38
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter .............................................................................39
Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer.............................................................................40
Tub Clean (Optional) .............................................................................................40
Caution on Freezing During Winter .......................................................................41
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................................43
Diagnosing Problems ............................................................................................43
Error Messages .....................................................................................................46
WARRANTY......................................................................................48

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EN
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.
This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and
operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this
symbol carefully and follow the instructions in order to
avoid risk.
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 product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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:
Children in the Household
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. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.

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EN
For use in Europe:
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
Installation
•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, or
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.

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EN
•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.
•Do not lay the appliance completely when moving or installing the
appliance. It may cause noise or appliance damage.
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. All repairs
and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel
unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only
authorized factory parts.

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EN
•Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.
•Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free of
combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
•Do not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the
door or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.
•Use new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old
hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage.
•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 waxes, wax removers, oil, paint, gasoline,
degreasers, drycleaning solvents, kerosene, petrol, spot removers,
turpentine, vegetable oil, cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, etc.).
Improper use can cause fire or explosion.
•Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the
drum has completely stopped.
•In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG
Electronics customer information centre.
•Do not push down the door excessively, when the appliance door is
open.
•Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.
•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, use it only
after thawing.
•Keep all washing detergents, softener and bleach away from
children.

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EN
•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.
•Do not wash rugs, mats, shoes or pet blankets, or any other items
other than clothes or sheets, in this machine.
•This appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes
and should not be used in mobile applications.
•If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.),
do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area
immediately.
Technical Safety for Using the Dryer
•Do not dry unwashed items in the appliance.
•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.
•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, waterproof
textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with
foam rubber pads should not be dried 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.
•The appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been
used for cleaning.

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EN
Maintenance
•Securely plug the power plug in the socket outlet after completely
removing any moisture and dust.
•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.
•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 out from the socket
outlet.
Disposal
•Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable
directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse.
•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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EN
DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE (AS PER E-WASTE
RULES)
1. When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is depicted on the product and its
operator’s manual, it means the product is covered by the e-waste Management
and Handling Rules , 2011 and are meant to be recycled, dismantled, refurbished or
disposed off.
2. Dos:
a. The product is required to be handed over only to the authorized recycler for
disposal.
b. Keep the product in isolated area, after it becomes non-functional/ unrepairable so
as to prevent its accidental breakage.
Don’t:
a. The product should not be opened by the user himself/herself, but only by
authorized service personnel.
b. The product is not meant for re-sale to any unauthorized agencies/scrap dealer/
kabariwalah.
c. The product is not meant for mixing into household waste stream.
d. Do not keep any replaced spare part(s) from the product in exposed area.
3. Any disposal through unauthorized agencies/person will attract action under
Environment (Protection) Act 1986.
4. This product is complied with the requirement of Hazardous Substances as specified
under Rule 13 (1) & (2) of the E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011.
5. To locate a nearest collection centre or call for pick-up (limited area only) for disposal
of this appliance, please contact Toll Free No. 1800-315-9999 / 1800-180-9999 for
details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG
Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information , please
visit : http://www.lg.com/in.

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INSTALLATION EN
Parts
Transit bolts
Power plug
Drawer
Control panel
Drum
Door
Drain hose
Drain plug
Drain pump filter
Cover cap (Location may
vary depending on products)
Adjustable feet
Adjustable feet
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Accessories
Cold supply hose (1 EA)
(Option: Hot (1 EA))
Spanner Caps for covering
transit bolt holes
(Optional)
Anti–slip sheets (2 EA)
(Optional)
Elbow bracket for
securing drain hose
(Optional)
Tie strap (Optional)