LG FC1409D4E User manual

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OWNER’S 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.
MFL70799723
Rev.00_072419
FC1409D4E FC1408D4W
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................4
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.....................................................4
WARNING.........................................................................................................4
INSTALLATION.............................................................................10
Parts and Specifications..................................................................................10
Installation Place Requirements......................................................................12
Unpacking the Appliance.................................................................................14
Levelling the Appliance ..................................................................................14
Connecting the Water Inlet Hose ....................................................................16
Installing the Drain Hose.................................................................................17
OPERATION .................................................................................18
Operation Overview ........................................................................................18
Preparing the Laundry.....................................................................................18
Adding Detergents and Softeners...................................................................20
Control Panel ..................................................................................................22
Programme Table............................................................................................23
Extra Options and Functions...........................................................................28
SMART FUNCTIONS....................................................................31
Using SmartThinQ Application ........................................................................31
Using Smart Diagnosis..................................................................................32
MAINTENANCE............................................................................ 33
Cleaning After Every Wash .............................................................................33
Cleaning the Appliance Periodically................................................................34
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 36
Before Calling for Service ...............................................................................36

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IMPORTANT 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
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.
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:

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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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
• Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by a carpet.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household only and not in
applications such as:
−Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
−Farm houses;
−By clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
−Bed and breakfast type environments;
−Areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes
• Use a new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old
hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage.
• The water pressure must be between 100kPa and 1000 kPa.
• The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be used:
FC1409D4E FC1408D4W
Wash (9 kg) / Dry (5 kg) Wash (8 kg) / Dry (5 kg)

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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.
• Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets, power boards,
or an extension power cable.
• 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.

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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.
• 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.

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• 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.
• 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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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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INSTALLATION
Front View
a Control Panel
b Detergent Dispenser Drawer
c Drum
d Door
e Cover Cap
f Drain Pump Filter
g Drain Plug
h Levelling Feet
Rear View
a Power Plug
b Transit Bolts
c Drain Hose
Parts and Specifications
NOTE
• Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance.

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Accessories
* This feature is only available on some models.
a Cold Water Inlet Hose*
b Spanner
c Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes*
d Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose*
e Anti-Slip Sheets*
f Tie Strap*
Specifications
Model FC1409D4E
Power Supply 220 V~, 50 Hz
Dimension
(Width x Depth x Height) 600 mm x 560 mm x 850 mm
Product Weight Approx. 68 kg
• No further backflow protection required for connection to the water inlet.

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Installation Place
Requirements
Before installing the appliance, check the following
information in order to install the appliance in a
correct place.
Installation Location
• Install the appliance on a flat floor.
(Allowable slope under the appliance: 1°)
• Never try to level any uneven floor by putting
pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials
under the appliance.
• If it is impossible to avoid positioning the
appliance next to a gas cooker or coal burning
stove, an insulation (850 X 600 mm) covered
with aluminium foil on the side facing the
cooker or stove must be inserted between the
two appliances.
• Ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is
easily accessible for an engineer in the event of
a breakdown.
• When installing the appliance, adjust all four
feet using the transit bolt spanner which makes
the appliance stable, and leave approximate
5 mm for a clearance between the top of the
appliance and the underside of any worktop.
• Additional clearance should have 100 mm for
the wall and 20 mm for rear, right and left side.
100 mm
20 mm
5 mm
20 mm
WARNING
• This appliance must only be used for domestic
household purposes and should not be used in
mobile applications.
NOTE
• If the appliance is installed on a raised
platform, it must be securely fastened in order
to eliminate the risk of falling off.

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Wooden Floors (Suspended
Floors)
When installing the appliance on wooden floors,
use rubber cups to prevent the appliance from
excessive vibration and unbalance.
• To prevent vibration, we recommend you to
place rubber cups aat least 15 mm thick of the
each foot of the appliance, secured to at least
two floor beams with screws.
• If possible, install the appliance in one of the
corners of the room, where the floor is more
stable.
• Fit the rubber cups to reduce vibration.
CAUTION
• This appliance must only be used for domestic
household purposes and should not be used in
mobile applications.
• If the appliance is installed on the unstable
floor (e.g. wooden floor), the warranty does not
cover any damages and cost occured due to
the installation on the unstable floor.
NOTE
• You can purchase rubber cups (Part No.
4620ER4002B) from the LG Electronics
service centre.
Ventilation
• Make sure that air circulation around the
appliance should not be impeded by carpets,
rugs, etc.
Ambient Temperature
• Do not install the appliance in rooms where
freezing temperatures may occur. Frozen
hoses may burst under pressure. The reliability
of the electronic control unit may be impaired at
temperatures below freezing point.
• If the appliance is delivered in winter and
temperatures are below freezing, place the
appliance at room temperature for a few hours
before putting it into operation.
Electrical Connection
• Do not use an extension cord or double
adapter.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the
water inlet after use.
• Connect the appliance to an earthed socket in
accordance with current wiring regulations.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the
plug is easily accessible.
• Power outlet must be at least 1 meter of either
side of the appliance.
WARNING
• Repairs to the appliance must only be carried
out by the qualified personnel. Repairs carried
out by inexperienced persons may cause injury
or serious malfunctioning. Contact your LG
Electronics service centre.
• The power plug must be plugged into an
appropriate socket outlet that is installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.

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Unpacking the Appliance
Lifting the Appliance Off the
Foam Base
* This feature is only available on some models.
After removing the carton and shipping material, lift
the appliance off the foam base.
• Make sure the tub support a* comes off with
the base and is not stuck to the bottom of the
appliance.
• If you must lay the appliance down to remove
the carton base b, always protect the side of
the appliance and lay it carefully on its side. Do
not lay the appliance on its front or back.
*
Removing the Bolt Assemblies
1 Starting with the bottom transit bolts a, use
the spanner (included) to fully loosen all transit
bolts by turning them counterclockwise.
2 Remove the bolt assemblies by wiggling them
slightly while pulling them out.
3 Install the hole caps.
• Locate the hole caps bincluded in the
accessory pack or attached on the back.
Levelling the Appliance
Checking the Level
Levelling the appliance prevents unnecessary
noise and vibration. Check whether the appliance
is perfectly level after installation.
• If the appliance rocks when pushing the top
plate of the appliance diagonally, adjust the feet
again.

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Adjusting and Levelling the Feet
When installing the appliance, the appliance
should be aligned and perfectly level.
• If the appliance is not aligned and level
properly, the appliance may be damaged or
may not operate properly.
1 Turn the adjustable feet as required if the floor
is uneven.
• Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the
feet.
• Make sure that all four feet should be stable
and resting on the floor.
2 Check if the appliance is perfectly level using
a spirit level a.
3 Secure the adjusting feet with the lock nuts
bby turning counterclockwise against the
bottom of the appliance.
4 Check if all lock nuts at the bottom of the
appliance are secured properly.
NOTE
• Proper placement and levelling of the appliance
will ensure long, regular, and reliable operation.
• The appliance must be level and stand firmly
in position.
• It must not ‘Seesaw’ across corners under the
load.
• Do not let the feet of the appliance get wet.
Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise.
Using Anti-Slip Sheets
This feature is only available on some models.
If you install the appliance on a slippery surface,
it may move because of excessive vibration.
Incorrect levelling may cause malfunction through
noise and vibration. If this occurs, install the anti-
slip sheets under the levelling feet and adjust the
level.
1 Clean the floor to attach the anti-slip sheets.
• Use a dry rag to remove and clean foreign
objects and moisture. If moisture remains,
the anti-slip sheets may slip.
2 Adjust the levelling feet when placing the
appliance in the installation area.

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3 Stick the adhesive side a of the anti-slip sheet
on the floor.
• It is most effective to install the anti-slip
sheets under the front feet. If it is difficult to
place the sheets under the front feet, place
them under the back feet.
4 Make sure that the appliance is level.
• Push or rock the top edges of the appliance
gently to make sure that the appliance does
not rock. If the appliance rocks, level again.
Connecting the Water Inlet
Hose
Note for Connection
• Water pressure must be between 100 kPa
and 1000 kPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf/cm²). If the
water pressure is more than 1000 kPa, a
decompression device should be installed.
• Do not overtighten the water inlet hose to all
valves.
• Periodically check the condition of the hose
and replace the hose if necessary.
Checking the Rubber Seal on the
Water Inlet Hose
Two rubber seals aare supplied with the water
inlet hoses. They are used to prevent water leaks.
Make sure that the connection to taps should be
sufficiently tight.
Connecting the Hose to Water
Tap
Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with
Thread
Screw the hose connector onto the water supply
tap. Hand tighten only with the aid of a soft cloth.

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NOTE
• Before connecting the inlet hose to the water
tap, turn on the water tap to flush out foreign
substances (dirt, sand, sawdust, and etc.) in the
water lines. Let the water drain into a bucket,
and check the water temperature.
Connecting the Hose to the
Appliance
Screw the water line to the water supply on the
back of the appliance.
NOTE
• After completing connection, if water leaks from
the hose, repeat the same steps. Use the most
conventional type of tap for the water supply. If
the tap is square or too big, remove the guide
plate before inserting the tap into the adaptor.
• Make sure that the hose should not be kinked
or trapped.
Installing the Drain Hose
Installing the Drain Hose with the
Elbow Bracket
The drain hose should not be placed higher than
100 cm above the floor. Water in the appliance
may not drain or may drain slowly.
• Securing the drain hose correctly will protect
the floor from damage due to water leakage.
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• If the drain hose is too long, do not force it back
into the appliance. This will cause abnormal
noise.
• When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure
it tightly with string.

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OPERATION
Operation Overview
Using the Appliance
Before the first wash, select the Normal wash
programme and add a half amount of the
detergent. Start the appliance without laundry.
This will remove possible residues and water
from the drum that may have been left during
manufacturing.
1 Sort laundry and load items.
• Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, colour
and load size as needed. Open the door
and load items into the appliance.
2 Add detergent or softener.
• Add the proper amount of detergent to the
detergent dispenser drawer. If desired, add
bleach or fabric softener to the appropriate
areas of the dispenser.
3 Turn on the appliance.
• Press the Power button to turn on the
appliance.
4 Choose the desired cycle.
• Press the cycle button repeatedly or turn
the cycle selector knob until the desired
cycle is selected.
• Now select a wash temperature and spin
speed. Pay attention to a fabric care label of
your clothes.
5 Begin cycle.
• Press the Start/Pause button to begin the
cycle. The appliance will agitate briefly
without water to measure the weight of
the load. If the Start/Pause button is not
pressed within 15 minutes, the appliance
will shut off and all settings will be lost.
6 End of cycle.
• When the cycle is finished, a melody will
sound. Immediately remove your clothing
from the appliance to reduce wrinkling.
Check around the door seal when removing
the load for small items that may be caught
in the seal.
Preparing the Laundry
Sort laundry for best washing results, and then
prepare laundry according to the symbols on the
care labels.
Sorting the Clothes
• For best washing results, sort your clothes
according to a care label stating fabric type and
washing temperature. Adjust the spin speed to
wash them.
• Soil level (Heavy, Normal, Light): Separate
clothes according to soil level. If possible, do
not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled
ones.
• Colour (White, Lights, Darks): Wash separately
dark or dyed clothes from whites or light
colours. Mixing dyed clothes with light clothes
can result in dye transfer or discolouration of
lighter clothes.
• Lint (Lint producers, Collectors): Wash
separately lint producing fabrics from lint
collecting fabrics. Lint producers can result in
pilling and linting on the lint collectors.

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Checking the Fabric Care Label
This will tell you about the fabric content of your
clothes and how it should be washed.
Symbols on the care labels
Symbol Wash / Fabric type
• Normal Wash
• Cotton, Mixed Fabrics
• Easy Care
• Synthetic, Mixed Fabrics
• Special Delicate Wash
• Delicates
• Hand Wash Only
• Wool, Silk
• Do not wash
NOTE
• The dashes under the symbol give you
information about the type of fabric and the
maximum allowance of mechanical stress.
Checking the Clothes before
Loading
• Combine large and small items in a load. Load
large items first. Large items should not be
more than half of total load.
• Do not wash single small items. Add 1-2 similar
items to the load to prevent an out-of-balance
load.
• Make sure to empty all pockets. Items such as
nails, hair clips, matches, pens, coins and keys
can damage both your appliance and clothes.
• Wash delicates (stockings, underwired bras) in
a wash net.
• Close zippers, hooks and strings to make sure
that these items do not snag other clothes.
• Pre-treat dirt and stains by saturating the
dirt and stains with dissolved detergent and
brushing them in order to remove dirt.
• Check the folds of the flexible gasket (gray) and
remove any small items.
CAUTION
• Check if the laundry gets stuck between the
door and the seal, otherwise the laundry may
get damaged while washing.
• Remove items from the flexible gasket to
prevent clothing and door seal damage.

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Adding Detergents and
Softeners
Detergent Dosage
• Detergent should be used according to the
instruction of the detergent manufacturer and
selected according to type, colour, soiling of the
fabric and the washing temperature.
• Reduce the amount of detergent if too many
suds are formed.
• Too much detergent results in excessive suds
which cause poor washing.
• When you use liquid detergent, follow
the guidelines provided by the detergent
manufacturer.
• You can pour liquid detergent directly into the
main detergent drawer if you are starting the
wash cycle immediately.
• Do not use liquid detergent if you are using
Delay Wash function, or if you have selected
Pre Wash option, as the liquid may harden.
• Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for
water temperature, water hardness, size and
soil level of the laundry. For best results, avoid
oversudsing.
• Refer to the label of the clothes, before
choosing the detergent and water temperature.
• Use only suitable detergents for the respective
type of clothing:
−Liquid detergent is often designed for special
applications, e.g. for coloured fabric, wool,
delicate or dark laundry.
−Powdered detergent is suitable for all types
of fabric.
−For better washing results of white and pale
clothes, use powdered detergent with bleach.
−Detergent is dispensed from the dispenser at
the beginning of the wash cycle.
NOTE
• Do not let the detergent harden. Doing so may
lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or
odour.
• Full load: According to manufacturer’s
recommendation
• Part load: 3/4 of the normal amount
• Minimum load: 1/2 of full load
Adding Detergent
• Detergent for main wash aonly ~J
• Detergent for pre wash band main wash a~
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NOTE
• Use the appropriate amount of detergent. Too
much detergent, bleach or softener may cause
an overflow.
• When selecting Pre Wash, divide the dosage
into 1/3 for pre wash and 2/3 for main wash.