LG WV5-1208W User manual

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.
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WV5-1275W WV5-1208W
MFL71781371
Rev.00_012522
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual may contain images or
content that may be different from the
model you purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the
manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE .................................................... 5
Safety Messages...................................................................................................5
WARNING .................................................................................................... 5
Technical Safety....................................................................................................5
Maximum Capacity ..............................................................................................6
Installation ............................................................................................................6
Operation ..............................................................................................................7
Maintenance .........................................................................................................9
Disposal .................................................................................................................9
INSTALLATION
Parts and Specifications .......................................................................... 10
Front View ...........................................................................................................10
Rear View.............................................................................................................10
Specifications......................................................................................................11
Accessories..........................................................................................................11
Installation Place Requirements............................................................ 12
Installation Location ..........................................................................................12
Wooden Floors (Suspended Floors) .................................................................12
Ventilation ...........................................................................................................13
Ambient Temperature .......................................................................................13
Electrical Connection .........................................................................................13
Unpacking the Appliance ........................................................................ 13
Lifting the Appliance Off the Foam Base.........................................................13
Removing the Transit Bolt Assemblies............................................................13
Levelling the Appliance ........................................................................... 14
Checking the Level .............................................................................................14
Adjusting and Levelling the Feet......................................................................14
Using Anti-Slip Sheets........................................................................................15
Connecting the Water Supply Hose ....................................................... 16
Note for Connection ..........................................................................................16
Checking the Rubber Seal .................................................................................16

Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap...........................................................16
Connecting the Hose to the Appliance............................................................17
Installing the Drain Hose ........................................................................ 17
Installing the Drain Hose with the Elbow Bracket .........................................17
OPERATION
Operation Overview................................................................................. 19
Using the Appliance...........................................................................................19
Control Panel ............................................................................................ 20
Control Panel Features ......................................................................................20
Preparing the Wash Load ........................................................................ 23
Sorting the Clothes ............................................................................................23
Checking the Clothes Care Label......................................................................23
Checking the Clothes before Loading .............................................................23
Adding Detergents and Softeners.......................................................... 23
Detergent Dosage..............................................................................................23
Using the Dispenser...........................................................................................24
Adding Detergent Tablets.................................................................................25
Adding Water Softener......................................................................................25
Programme Table..................................................................................... 26
Washing Programme.........................................................................................26
Extra Options ......................................................................................................28
Selectable Maximum Spin Speed .....................................................................28
Extra Options and Functions .................................................................. 30
Customizing a Washing Programme...............................................................30
Using Basic Options ...........................................................................................30
Settings................................................................................................................31
SMART FUNCTIONS
LG ThinQ Application ............................................................................... 33
LG ThinQ Application Features.........................................................................33
Before Using LG ThinQ Application .................................................................33
Installing the LG ThinQ Application .................................................................34
Using the Appliance Remotely .........................................................................34
RF Radiation Exposure Statement....................................................................35
Open Source Software Notice Information ....................................................35
Smart Diagnosis ....................................................................................... 35
Using LG ThinQ to Diagnose Issues.................................................................35
Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues .................................................35

MAINTENANCE
Cleaning After Every Wash...................................................................... 37
What to Clean .....................................................................................................37
Cleaning the Exterior .........................................................................................37
Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ...................................................... 37
Tub Clean ............................................................................................................37
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter .........................................................................38
Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter and Performing an Emergency Water
Evacuation...........................................................................................................38
Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer .......................................................................39
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service ........................................................................ 40
Error Messages...................................................................................................40
Noises You Might Hear......................................................................................41
Operation ............................................................................................................42
Performance .......................................................................................................44
Odour...................................................................................................................45
Wi-Fi .....................................................................................................................45

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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
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:
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.
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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• 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.
• Use a new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old
hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage.
• Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by a carpet.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household only.
• The inlet water pressure must be between 100 kPa and 800 kPa.
• Potentially there could be hydrogen built-up in hot water system that
has not been used for two weeks or more. In this instance, hot water
faucets should be allowed to run for several minutes prior to use of
the washing machine.
Maximum Capacity
The maximum capacity in some cycles for dry clothes to be washed is:
The recommended maximum capacity for each washing programme
may differ. To get good wash results, please refer to Programme
Table in OPERATION chapter for further details.
Installation
• 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, rain, or
temperatures below freezing.
• Make sure the power plug is completely pushed into the power
outlet.
WV5-1275W WV5-1208W
7.5 kg 8 kg

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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• Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets, power boards,
or an extension power cable.
• Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does
not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
• This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-
earthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding
power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet socket that is installed and earthed / 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.
Operation
• 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.
• Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to
operate the appliance.
• Do not attempt to separate any panels or disassemble 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 push down the door excessively, when the appliance door is
open.
• Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.
• Do not wash any items that are specified by the manufacturer as not
washable on the care label.
• Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free of
combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the door
or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.
• 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.
• Do not use or store flammable or combustible substances (ether,
benzene, alcohol, chemical, LPG, combustible spray, gasoline,
thinner, petroleum, insecticide, air freshener, cosmetics, etc.) near
the appliance.
• Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the
drum has completely stopped.
• Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.
• In case of a water leak from the appliance or flood, disconnect the
power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information
centre.
• Turn off water taps to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to
minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the
condition of the fill hoses; they should be replaced after 5 years.
• If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.) within
the home, do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the
area immediately.
• 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.
• 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.
• Avoid touching any water that is drained from the appliance during
the wash.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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• Make sure that drainage is working properly. If water is not drained
properly, your floor may get flooded.
• When the air temperature is high and the water temperature is low,
condensation may occur and thus wet the floor.
• Wipe off dirt or dust on the contacts of the power plug.
Maintenance
• 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.
• Securely plug the power plug in the outlet socket after completely
removing any moisture and dust.
• 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 outlet
socket.
• Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre
should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG
Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the
appliance in a different location.
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.
• Cut off the power cord and remove the door before disposing of this
appliance to avoid the danger of children or small animals getting
trapped inside.

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