LG WM5000HWA Assembly instructions

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Basic operation
Load the laundry into the washing machine and close the door.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Press .
- The lights around the cycle selector knob will illuminate and a chime will sound.
Turn to the desired cycle.
- The proper default option is automatically set according to the wash cycle. See
page 25, Cycle guide, for more detailed default options for each cycle.
- See page 26, Main cycle, for details on the wash cycles.
- To change the options, press the option button and select the desired option.
See page 28, Setting options before cycle, for more details on options.
- Skip to step 4 to use the default setting without changing the options.
Add the proper amount of detergent and additional products (bleach, softener)
into the dispensers.
- See page 22, Using detergent/fabric softener, for more details on using detergent.
Press .
- The washing machine starts.
When the melody plays, the wash cycle is finished.
- When the washing cycle is finished, the door unlocks. Open the door and
remove the laundry immediately.
- Make sure to check around the door seal when taking out the finished load.
Small items may be caught in the door seal.
NOTE
yThe front-load washing machine rotates the laundry in a way that allows it to use less water while still
fully saturating your clothing. It is normal to not be able to see water during the wash cycle.
yIf the temperature or the water level inside the machine is too high, the door locks and cannot be opened.
To open the door while washing, use the Rinse + Spin feature.
WARNINg
yTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
before operating this appliance.

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Cycle guide
The cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle.
= Available option
Cycle Fabric Type
Display
Time(min)
(Option :
Default)
Basic Option (=Default) Additional Options
Wash
Temp.
Spin
Speed
Soil
Level
Steam Cold
Wash™
Delay
Wash
Extra
Rinse
Pre
Wash
Turbo
Wash™
Bright
Whites
™
White Fabrics 72 ~ 85 Hot
Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Extra High
High
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal

Light  
Allergiene
™ Cotton, underwear,
pillow covers,
bed sheets, baby
wear
103 ~ 138 -Extra High
High
Medium
Low
No Spin
   
Sanitary Heavily soiled
underwear, work
clothes, diapers,
etc.
116 ~ 129
Extra Hot
Extra High
High
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal

Light     
Bedding Large items such as
blankets and
comforters
62 Hot
Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal

Light 
Heavy Duty Heavily soiled
Cotton Fabrics 89 ~ 132 Extra Hot Hot
Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Extra High

High
Medium
Low
Heavy
Normal
Light 
Normal Cotton, linen,
towels, shirts,
sheets, jeans,
mixed loads
26 ~ 53 Extra Hot
Hot
Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Extra High
High
Medium
Low
Heavy
Normal
Light 
Sportswear Active sports,
exercise clothing 63 Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal

Light
 
Perm.Press Dress shirts/pants,
wrinkle-free
clothing, poly/
cotton blend
clothing,
tablecloths
37 ~ 47 Hot
Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
High
Medium
Low
Heavy
Normal
Light

Delicates Dress shirts/
blouses,
nylons, sheer or
lacy garments
41 Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal

Light 
Towels Towels 61 ~ 74 Hot
Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Extra High

High
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal
Light

Speed Wash Lightly soiled
clothing
and small loads
15 Hot
Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Extra High

High
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal
Light   
Rinse + Spin Rinse, drain and
spin only 18 Cold
Extra High
High
Medium
Low
No Spin
-
 
Tub Clean This cycle is
designed to remove
a mildewy or musty
smell.
93 ~ 95
 
Downloaded
* Default: Small
Load
Normally soiled
and small loads. 49 ~ 51 Hot Warm
Cold
Tap Cold
Extra High
High
Medium
Low
No Spin
Heavy
Normal

Light
   
Cycle time depends on type and amount of load and detergent,water pressure and chosen additional options.
- If theTurbo Wash™ option is on, you cannot select No Spin as your Spin.
(If theTurbo Wash™ option is off, you can select No Spin as your Spin.)

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Main cycle
You can wash laundry items more thoroughly by
selecting the wash cycle that best suits the type
of items to be washed.Turn the to the desired
cycle. When you select a wash cycle, the light for
the corresponding wash cycle will turn on. See page
24, Basic operation, for more details on operating
methods.
For white fabrics, Bright Whites™
This cycle is for washing white items only.
Reduce laundry allergen, Allergiene™
This cycle is a powerful, high temperature cycle
designed specifically to reduce certain allergens.
NOTE
ySelecting the Allergiene™ cycle automatically
incorporates steam into the wash cycle.
yThe Allergiene™ cycle can significantly reduce
allergens in bedding and clothing.
yThe Allergiene™ cycle helps reduce dust mite
populations and helps reduce allergens.
yDue to the higher energy and temperatures
used, the Allergiene™ cycle is not
recommended for wool, silk, leather, or any
other delicate or temperature sensitive items
Reduce laundry bacteria, Sanitary
This wash cycle reduces 99% of bacteria on laundry
through high temperature.
Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential and
Commercial, Family Sized Clothes Washers
NOTE
yThis cycle has been certified by NSF usingTide
HE powder.
Blankets or bulky items, Bedding
This cycle is for washing blankets or bulky items.
Heavily soiled items, Heavy Duty
This cycle is for washing heavily soiled laundry
though more powerful tub rotation.
Normal items, Normal
Use this cycle to wash all normal items, except
delicate fabrics such as wool or silk.
NOTE
yIf you press and then without selecting
another cycle, the washing machine proceeds to
Normal.
For Sportswear, Sportswear
Use this cycle for garments that are specially
designed and treated for sport.
Wrinkle free items, Perm.Press
This cycle is for washing items such as wrinkle-free
clothes or tablecloths to minimize wrinkles.
Sheer items, Delicates
This cycle is for washing lingerie or sheer and lacy
clothes which can easily be damaged.
For towels, Towels
This cycle is for washing towels.
Quick wash, Speed Wash
Use the Speed Wash cycle to quickly wash lightly
soiled clothing and small load. For high wash and
rinse efficiency, it is recommended to wash small
loads of 2-3 lightly soiled garments.
NOTE
yUse very little detergent in this cycle. If you
want more rinsing, you can add an extra rinse
by using the Extra Rinse option button.
Rinse, drain and spin only,
Rinse + Spin
This cycle is for rinsing detergent from the load.
Downloading cycles, Downloaded
For downloadable cycles.The default cycle is Small
Load. (See page 33.)
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Cycle modifier buttons
Each cycle has preset settings that are selected
automatically.You may also customize the settings
using the cycle modifier buttons. Press the button for
that option to view and select other settings.
The washer automatically adjusts the water level for
the type and size of wash load for best results and
maximum efficiency. It may seem there is no water
inside the drum in some cycles, but this is normal.
NOTE
yTo protect your garments, not every wash/rinse
temperature, spin speed, soil level, or option is
available with every cycle. See the Cycle Guide
for details.
Setting the water temperature, Temp.
Set the water temperature for the wash cycle. Set the
appropriate temperature, as specified in the fabric
care label.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press repeatedly to select the desired
water temperature:
- When an optional item is selected, an indication
light for the corresponding optional item turns
on.
3Press the desired option button to use the other
options.
- Skip to step 4 to use the default setting without
changing the options.
4Press .
NOTE
yCold rinses use less energy.
yYour washer features a heating element to
boost the hot water temperature for Extra
Hot settings.This provides improved wash
performance at normal water heater settings.
ySelect the water temperature suitable for the
type of load you are washing. Follow the fabric
care label for best results.
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Setting spin speed, Spin
You can set the desired spin speed.
Use this feature properly according to the
characteristics of the load.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press repeatedly to select the desired spin
speed.
- When an optional item is selected, an indication
light for the corresponding optional item turns
on.
3Press the desired option to use the other options.
- Skip to step 4 to use the default setting without
changing the options.
4Press .
NOTE
yThe Spin button also activates the Drain&Spin
cycle to drain the tub and spin clothes; for
example, if you want to remove clothes before
the cycle has ended.
yTo use Drain&Spin, press the Power button,
then press the Spin button repeatedly to select a
spin speed.
Press the Start/Pause button to begin.
Setting soil level of laundry, Soil
You can wash your laundry more thoroughly by
setting the proper soil level on the washing machine.
1Press and turn to desired cycle.
2Press repeatedly to select a soil level.
- When an optional item is selected, an indication
light for the corresponding optional item turns
on.
3Press the desired option to use the other options.
- Skip to step 4 to use the default setting without
changing the options.
4Press .
NOTE
yThis feature needs more time for heavily soiled
loads or less time for lightly soiled loads.

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Setting options before cycle
You can select and add the desired optional functions
before you start the washing machine.
High temperature, Steam
Adding the Steam option to these cycles helps to
enhance washing performance.
By using hot steam fabrics get the cleaning benefits
of a super hot wash.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press .The washer will automatically adjust
the cycle settings.
3Set any other desired options.
4Press .
WARNINg
yDo not touch the door during steam cycles.The
door surface can become very hot. Allow the
door lock to release before opening the door.
yDo not attempt to override the door lock
mechanism or reach into the washer during a
steam cycle. Steam can cause severe burns.
NOTE
y
The steam option cannot be used with all cycles.
ySteam may not be clearly visible during the
steam cycles.This is normal.Too much steam
could damage clothing.
yDo not use steam with delicate fabrics such as
wool, silk, or easily discolored fabrics.
Lower energy costs, Smart Grid
The smart appliance can communicate with local
utility companies that are equipped with Smart Grid
equipment. (See page 32).
Control the appliance remotely,
Remote Start
Use a smart phone to control the appliance remotely.
Or, monitor the cycle operation to see how much time
is left in the cycle. (See page 32).
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Adjusts the melody and button tones,
Signal
The washing machine plays a melody when the
wash cycle is finished.The buttons make a sound
each time a button is pressed.The volume of the
melody and button tones can be changed or turned
off as desired.
1Press .
2Turn to the desired cycle.
3
Press . Adjust the melody and button tones
as desired.
4Press the desired option to use the other options.
5Press .

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Saving energy, Cold Wash
Adding the Cold Wash option reduces energy usage
and provides the same washing performance as a
warm water wash.
By using 6 different washing motions (Tumbling,
Rolling, Stepping, Scrubbing, Swing, Filtration),
fabrics get the cleaning benefits, without the energy
usage.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2
Press .The washer will automatically
adjust the cycle settings.
3Set any other desired options.
4Press .
NOTE
y
When you select the Cold Wash option, wash
time will be increased up to 5 - 20 minutes.
yFor high wash efficiency, it is recommended to
use less than 8 pounds.
Adding extra rinse cycle, Extra Rinse
Add an extra rinse cycle to the default rinse cycle.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press .
- light will turn on.
3Press the desired option to use the other options.
- Skip to step 4 to use the default setting without
changing the options.
4Press .
Prewashing, Pre Wash
Pre-wash for 15 minutes when clothes are covered in
dirt or dust.This feature is suitable for heavily soiled
items.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press .
- light will turn on.
3Press the desired option to use the other options.
- Skip to step 4 to use the default setting without
changing the options.
4Press .
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Presetting the start time, Delay Wash
Set the desired start time.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press the desired option to use the other options.
3Press repeatedly to select the desired start
time.
- light will turn on.
-The set start time appears on the display panel.
- Each press of the button increases the delay
time by one hour, up to 19 hours.
4Press .
Selecting your customized cycle,
Custom PGM
Recall a customized wash cycle that was previously
saved.
To recall a cycle
1Press after then press .
2Press .
You can save a cycle with all the settings and
options you use most frequently.
Saving time, Turbo Wash™
Adding theTurbo Wash™ option reduces cycle time
and provides good performance in normal cycle.
UsingTurbo Wash™ saves time without sacrificing
performance.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2
Press .The washer will automatically
adjust the cycle settings.
3Set any other desired options.
4Press .
NOTE
yTheTurbo Wash™ option cannot be used with
all cycles.
yThe option is selected by default on the
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Setting the options during cycle
Add the desired options during the wash cycle.
Tumble clothes to prevent wrinkles,
Fresh Care
Use this function when you are not able to take out
your clothes as soon as the wash cycle ends.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press and hold for 3 seconds during the
wash cycle.
- light will turn on.
3Select any desired options.
- Skip to step 4 if you would like to use the
default settings without changing or adding any
options.
4Press .
NOTE
yThis function provides periodic tumbling for up
to about 19 hours to prevent wrinkles. If you
press the START/ PAUSE or ON/ OFF button, you
can unload your laundry at anytime.
Saving customized wash cycle,
PGM Save
Save a special combination of settings that are used
frequently.
To save a cycle
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press the desired option to use the other options.
3Press and hold for 3 seconds during the
wash cycle.
-The cycle with your preferred settings and
options is saved.
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Drum Lighting, Drum Light
The drum is equipped with a white LED light that
illuminates when the washer is turned on.This light
automatically turns off when the door is closed and
the cycle starts.To turn on the light during a cycle.
1Press and turn to the desired cycle.
2Press .
3Press and hold for 3 seconds during the
wash cycle.
-The drum light will illuminate and then turn off
automatically after 4 minutes.
- Clothes and the gasket may look like yellow due
to lights of the lamp, but it is normal.
Button lock feature, Child Lock
Lock the washing machine to prevent children or
others from changing the cycle settings by pressing
the buttons during the cycle.
To enable child lock
Press and hold for 3 seconds during the wash
cycle.
- When the Child Lock is enabled, a message and
the remaining wash time are displayed, in turn, on
the display panel of the washing machine.
To disable child lock
(When the Child Lock is activated.)
Press and hold for 3 seconds during the wash
cycle.
NOTE
y
Child Lock lasts after the end of cycle. If you want
to deactivate this function, Press and hold the
Pre Wash button for 3 seconds.