LG WF-T13D80EP User manual

P/No.: MFL42065445
Washing Machine
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL : WF-T13D80EP
WF-T15D81EP
WFT15D81EP
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model name and serial number of the set.
Quote this information to your dealer when you require service.

P
roduct Features
Note
Washer doesn't operate while the lid is open. If the lid is open during the wash,
rinse or spin cycles, the operation stops for safety.
Please close the door slowly because you will get hurt if you close it strongly.
A built-in load sensor automatically detects the laundry load and a
microprocessor optimizes washing conditions such as ideal WATER LEVEL and
washing time.
Advanced technology is built into the Electronic Control System which ensures
the best washing result.
Fuzzy Logic Control
When "Punch + 3" washing wings turn, the washing
tub turns in the opposite direction. This makes the
both sides current of water which improve wash-
performance by rubbing clothes strongly.
Turbo drum washing (option)
3 step washing makes the best washing performance with low tangling.
3 Step washing
W
O
Rubbing Rubbing and
Shaking Shaking and Disentangling
: Be sure to remove the unit from the carton base, otherwise the machine
will not be able to operate properly.
sensors (Option)
The sensor automatically detects the quantity of a Detergent put by a user and the
temperature and the quality of water to make the best washing algorithm for
washing and rinsing, which can give the best washing effect.

C
ontents
READ THIS MANUAL
Introduction
Before Starting to Wash
Option Programs
Installation
Care and Maintenace
Troubleshooting
Terms of Warranty
Specification
Washing Programs
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly.
Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over
the life of your washer.
You will find many answers to common problems in the Troubleshooting section. If you
review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.
Safety Information 4
Identification of Parts 7
Function Information 8
Preparation Before Washing 9
Use of Water, Detergent, Bleach, Softener, Additives 10
Special Guide for Stain Removal 13
Function of each Button 14
Fuzzy Wash (Normal Wash) 16
Heavy Wash 16
Delicates Wash 16
Wool Wash 16
Quick Wash 16
Hand Wash 18
Eco Save Wash 19
Wash Only, Rinse/Spin, Spin Only 20
Soak Wash 21
Delay Start (Reservation) Wash 22
Spin Hold Wash 23
Custom Program 24
Other Useful Functions 25
Placing and Leveling 26
Connecting Water Supply Hose 27
Connecting Drain Hose 30
Grounding Method 31
Cleaning and Maintenance 32
Common Washing Problems 34
Troubleshooting 35
Terms of Warranty 36
Specification 37

4
Introduction
afety Information
S
Read carefully and thoroughly through this booklet as it contains important safety information
that will protect the user from unexpected dangers and prevent potential damages to the product.
This booklet is divided into 2 parts : Warning and Caution.
: This is a warning sign specifying user’s applications which might
be dangerous.
: This is a sign specifying ‘Strictly Forbidden’ applications.
Warning: Failure to comply with the instructions under this
sign may result in major physical injuries or death.
Caution
: Failure to comply with the instructions under this
sign may result in minor physical injuries or
damages to the product.
Warning
• Und r c rtain conditions hydrog n gas may b produc d in a wat r h at r that has not b n
us d for two w ks or mor . Hydrog n gas can b xplosiv und r th s circumstanc s.
If th HOT wat r has not b n us d for two w ks or mor , pr v nt th possibility of
damag or injury by turning on all Hot wat r fauc ts and allowing th m to run for s v ral
minut s. Do this b for using any l ctrical applianc which is conn ct d to th HOT
wat r syst m. This simpl proc dur will allow any built-up hydrog n gas to scap . Sinc
th gas is flammabl , do not smok or us an op n flam or applianc during this proc ss.
• Th bas op ning must not b obstruct d by carp ting wh n th washing machin is install d on a
carp t d floor.
• Install or stor wh r it will not b xpos d to t mp ratur s b low fr zing or xpos d to th w ath r.
If the product is exposed to such conditions, electric shock, fire, break down or
deformation may occur.
• Prop rly ground wash r to conform with all gov rning cod s and ordinanc s. Follow d tails in
Installation Instructions.
If not grounded properly, break down and leakage of electricity may occur, which may
cause electric shock.
• Must b position d so that th plug is acc ssibl .
If the plug is placed between the wall and the machine, it may get damaged, possibly
causing fire or electric shock.
• Mak sur th plug is compl t ly push d into th outl t.
Failure to do so may cause electric shock and fire due to overheating.
WATER
HEATER
SAFETY
Caution
PROPER
INSTALLATION

S
afety Information
Warning
• K p th ar a und rn ath and around your applianc s fr of combustibl
mat rials such as lint, pap r, rags, ch mical, tc.
Operating with such materials around the machine may trigger
explosion or fire.
• Clos sup rvision is n c ssary if this applianc is us d by or n ar childr n.
Do not allow childr n to play on, with, or insid this or any oth r applianc .
There is potential danger that children might drown in the tub.
Do not touch th pow r plug with a w t hand.
It will cause electric shock
Do not put your hand, foot or anything und r th washing machin
whil th washing machin is in op ration.
There is a rotating mechanism under the machine, so you could be injured.
• Mak sur that drainag is working prop rly.
If water is not drained properly, your floor may get flooded. Flooded floors
may induce electricity leakage, further resulting in electric shock or fire.
• If, during spinning, op ning th lid do s not stop th tub within about 15 s conds,
imm diat ly discontinu op rating th machin .
Call for repair. A machine that spins with its door open may cause injuries.
N v r r ach into wash r whil it is moving.
Wait until th machin has compl t ly stopp d b for op ning th lid.
Even slow rotation can cause injury.
N v r att mpt to op rat this applianc if it is damag d, malfunctioning, partially
disass mbl d, or has missing or brok n parts, including a damag d cord or plug.
Operating with a damaged plug may cause electric shock.
Do not us wat r hott r than 50°C.
Use of excessively hot water may cause damage to fabrics or cause
leakage of water.
• Us this applianc only for its int nd d purpos as d scrib d in this Own r’s Manual.
• Th laundry proc ss can r duc th flam r tardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a r sult,
car fully follow th garm nt manufactur r’s wash and car instructions.
• To minimiz th possibility of l ctric shock, unplug this applianc from th pow r
supply or disconn ct th wash r at th hous hold distribution pan l by r moving th
fus or switching off th cirduit br ak r b for att mpting any maint nanc or cl aning.
YOUR
LAUNDRY
AREA
Caution
WHEN USING
THE WASHER
NOTE : Pressing Power button to turn off does NOT
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
5
Introduction

6
Introduction
afety Information
S
Warning
Do not us a plug sock t and wiring quipm nt for mor than th ir rat d capacity.
Exceeding the limit may lead to electric shock, fire , break down, and/or
deformation of parts.
Do not mix chlorin bl ach with ammonia or acids such as vin gar and/or rust r mov r.
Mixing different chemicals can produce toxic gases which may cause death.
Do not wash or dry articl s that hav b n cl an d in, wash d in, soak d in, or spott d
with combustibl or xplosiv substanc s (such as wax, oil, paint, gasolin , dry-
cl aning solv nts, k ros n , tc). Do not add th s substanc s to th wash wat r.
Do not us or plac th s substanc s around your wash r or dry r during op ration.
It may ignite or explode.
• Turn off wat r fauc ts to r li v pr ssur on hos s and valv s and to minimiz l akag
if a br ak or ruptur should occur. Ch ck th condition of th fill hos s; th y may n d
r plac m nt aft r 5y ars.
• Wh n th air t mp ratur is high and th wat r t mp ratur is low, cond nsation may
occur and thus w t th floor.
• Wip off dirt or dust on th contacts of th pow r plug.
Using unclean power plug may cause fire.
• B for discarding a wash r, or r moving it from s rvic , r mov th wash r lid to
pr v nt childr n from hiding insid .
Children may be trapped and suffocated if the lid is left intact.
Do not att mpt to r pair or r plac any part of this applianc unl ss sp cifically
r comm nd d in this Own r’s Manual, or in publish d us r-r pair instructions
that you und rstand and hav th skills to carry out.
Operating the machine with improperly replaced parts may be a
cause for fire or electric shock.
Do not tamp r with controls.
It may lead to electric shock, fire , break down, deformation.
Do not yank th pow r cord in an att mpt to disconn ct th pow r plug.
S cur ly hold th pow r plug to unplug th machin .
Failure to observe these instructions may cause electric shock or fire
due to short-circuit .
Wh n you ar cl aning th washing machin , do not apply wat r dir ctly to any
part of th washing machin .
It will cause short circuit and electric shock.
WHEN USING
THE WASHER
Caution
WHEN NOT
IN USE

7
Introduction
I
dentification of Parts
Accessories
WASHING WINGS
Vertical movement of
washing action can be
operated when a sufficient
amount of laundry is
deposited.
Set the proper water level,
an excessive amount of
water may increase
entanglement of laundry.
HOT WATER SUPPLY
HOSE
COLD WATER SUPPLY
HOSE
Make sure the water
does not leak.
Powder detergent
box for delayed
washing/softener additives box
INLET HOLE FOR
BLEACH
TUB
BASE
LEVELLING LEGS
Use to level the washing
machine for correct balance
& spin operation.
DRAIN HOSE
Check if the drain hose
is hung up before
operating the
washing machine.
FUNCTION SELECTOR
POWER PLUG
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.
LINT FILTER
Clean regularly to stop
linting on the clothes
load.
Body
Drain hose
The connector of
the water supply hose
(Option)
or
Inlet hose Cable tie

8
Introduction
F
unction Information
Fuzzy Wash (Normal Wash)
Delicates Wash
Custom Program Wash
Quick Wash
Heavy Wash
Wool Wash
Hand Wash
Soak Wash
Delay Start Wash
Eco Save
Wash Only, Rinse / Spin, Spin Only
Our machine provides various washing methods which suits various conditions and
types of laundry.
Different types of laundry washing
Washing according to the condition of laundry
Other washing method
Us this Program for v ryday washing .g. sh ts, tow ls, T-shirts. (refer to page 16)
Us this program to wash DELICATES and washabl laundri s. (refer to page 16)
This s tting allows you to stor your CUSTOM wash conditions in th normal cycl m mory. (refer to page 24)
Us this program for load that n d pr tr atm nt.
Aft r th pr wash of 10 -15 minut s and draining, th wash r will run to th nomal wash cycl . (refer to page 18)
Quick wash can b s l ct d to wash lightly soil d cloth s of l ss than 2.0 kg in a short tim . (refer to page 16)
Soak Wash can b s l ct d to wash h avily soil d laundry by soaking in wat r for som tim to r mov
dirt and grim .(refer to page 21)
Eco Sav is th conomical program to minimiz wat r consumption. (refer to page 19)
Wh n th us r n ds only Wash Only, Rins / Spin, Spin Only. (refer to page 20)
D lay Start Wash is us d to d lay th finishing tim of th op ration.
Th numb r of hours to b d lay d can b s t by th us r accordingly. (refer to page 22)
D licat cloth s (ling ri , wool, tc.) which may b asily damag d can b wash d. (refer to page 16)
Th fib rs of machin washabl wool ns hav b n sp cifically modifi d to pr v nt f lting wh n th y ar machin wash d.
Most handknitt d garm nts ar not mad of machin washabl wool and w r comm nd that you hand wash th m
B for washing your wool ns ch ck th car lab l for th washing instructions.
Wh n washing wool ns, us a mild and liquid d t rg nt.
Hand wash d wool ns may b spun in a washing machin to r duc th tim th y tak to dry.
To dry wool ns lay down th m flat on a tow l and pat into shap . Dry wool ns out of dir ct sunlight.
(Th h at and tumbl action of a dry r may caus shrinkag or f lting of wool n garm nts.)
Som wool und rlays and sh pskin products can b wash d in a washing machin but may caus pump blockag s
(Ensur that th whol articl is suitabl for machin washing and not just th backing mat rial.)
You may wish to handwash th s articl s and plac th m in th machin to spin dry.
Us this Program for h avily soil d durabl garm nts .g. ov ralls, j ans.
Thick and h avy cloth s or thos which ar xc ssiv ly dirty lik j ans or working uniforms can b wash d. (refer to page 16)

9
Before Starting to Wash
P
reparation Before Washing
Care Labels
Sorting
Check before Loading
Loading
Pretreatment on stains or heavy soil
WARNING
Look for a car lab l on your cloth s. This will t ll you about th fabric cont nt of your garm nt and
how it should b wash d.
Sort cloth s into loads that can b wash d with th sam wash cycl , Wat r T mp ratur and spin sp d.
To g t th b st r sults, diff r nt fabrics n d to b wash d in diff r nt ways.
SOIL (H avy, Normal, Light) S parat cloth s according to th typ and amount of soil.
COLOR (Whit s, Lights, Darks) S parat whit fabrics from color d fabrics.
LINT (Lint produc rs, Coll ctors) S parat lint produc rs and lint coll ctors.
Lint Produc rs T rry cloth, Ch nill , Tow ls, Nappi s
Lint Coll ctors Synth tics, Corduroy, P rman nt Pr ss, Socks
Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Things such as nails, hairclips, match s,
p ns, coins, and k ys can damag both your wash r and your cloth s.
Mend any torn garments or loose buttons. T ars or hol s may b com larg r during washing.
R mov b lts, und rwir s, tc. to pr v nt damag to th machin or your cloth s.
Pretreat any dirt and stains.
Mak sur th cloth s ar washabl in wat r.
Ch ck th washing instructions.
R mov tissu in pock ts.
Pr tr at shirt collars and cuffs with a pr -wash product or liquid D t rg nt wh n placing th m in th wash r.
B for washing tr at sp cial stains with bar soaps, liquid D t rg nt or a past of wat r and granular D t rg nt.
Us a pr tr at soil and stain r mov r.
Tr at stains AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Th long r th y ar l ft th hard r th y ar to r mov .
(For more detail refer to page 13)
Do not wash fabrics containing flammabl mat rials (wax s, cl aning fluids, tc.).
Load Size
Th WATER LEVEL should just cov r th cloth s. Adjust th load siz
accordingly. Loos ly load cloth s no high r than th top row of hol s in th
wash r tub. To add it ms aft r wash r has start d, pr ss Start button and subm rg
additional it ms. Clos th lid and pr ss Start button again to r start.
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are
dampened with gasoline or other flammable
fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type
of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Light and Large-sized clothing
Cloth s lik downs and wooll ns ar light w ight, larg and float asily. Us a nylon n t and
wash th m in a small amount of wat r. If th laundry floats during th wash cycl , it may
b com damag d. Us dissolv d D t rg nt to pr v nt th D t rg nt from clumping.
Do not wash wat r-proof t xtill s (Skling outfit, baby's nappy automobil s at cov rs.)
Long laundry items
Us nylon n ts for long, DELICATE it ms. For laundry with long strings or long l ngth, a n t will pr v nt tangling
during washing. Fasten zippers, hook, and strings to mak sur that th s it ms don't snag on oth r cloth s.
Nylon n t is not suppli d by LG.

Note
10
Before Starting to Wash
U
se of Water, Detergent, Bleach and Softener, Additives
Amount of WATER LEVEL
Water Temperature
Detergent
Choosing the right Detergent
Using Water
This machin d t cts th quantity of laundry automatically, th n s ts th WATER LEVEL.
Wh n you s l ct a wash program, th WATER LEVEL will b shown on th control pan l.
Th following tabl shows th amount of wat r.
Wh n th WATER LEVEL is automatically d t ct d, it may diff r d p nding on th quantity
of laundry v n though th sam WATER LEVEL is indicat d on th control pan l.
If iron is pr s nt in th wat r th cloth s may b com an all-ov r y llow or th y may b stain d with brown
or orang spots or str aks. Iron is not always visibl . Installation of wat r soft n r or an iron filt r may b
n c ssary for s v r cas s.
Follow th D t rg nt packag dir ctions. Using too littl D t rg nt is a common caus of laundry probl ms.
Us mor D t rg nt if you hav hard wat r, larg loads, gr asy or oily soils or low r Wat r T mp ratur .
W r comm nd th us of dom stic D t rg nt, (powd r, liquid or conc ntrat d). Soap flak s or granulat d
soap powd rs should not b us d in your washing machin .
Wh n washing wool ns, us a mild and liquid
d t rg nt.
Th machin s ts th appropriat t mp ratur automatically according to th wash program .
You can chang th Wat r T mp ratur by pr ssing th WATER TEMP. button.
Th t mp ratur of th wat r impacts th ff ctiv n ss of all laundry additiv s and th r for , th cl aning r sults.
W r comm nd t mp ratur s of:
- HOT 49~60˚C ...(120-140˚F) Whit it ms, diap rs, und rclothing and h avily soil d, colorfast it ms.
- WARM 29~40˚C...(85-105˚F) Most it ms
- COLD* 18~24˚C ...(65-75˚F) Only v ry bright colors with light soil.
Wh n washing in COLD wat r additional st ps may b n d d:
- Adjust D t rg nt amount and pr -dissolv D t rg nt in WARM wat r
- Pr tr at spots and stains
- Soak h avily soil d it ms
- Us appropriat bl ach
*
T mp ratur b low 18 ˚C ...(65 ˚F ) will not activat laundry additiv s and may caus lint, r sidu , poor cl aning, tc.
In addition, D t rg nt manufactur s and car lab ls d fin COLD wat r as 26~29
˚C ...(80-85 ˚F ).
If th t mp ratur of th wat r in th tub is too cold for your hands, th D t rg nt will not activat and cl an ff ctiv ly.
Using Detergent