Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............16 Control Panel ....................18 Programme Table ....................19 Consumption Data ..................22 Extra Options and Functions ................23 SMART FUNCTIONS ..............25 Using LG SmartThinQ Application ..............25 Using Smart Diagnosis..................28 MAINTENANCE ................29 Cleaning After Every Wash ................29 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............30 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............32 Before Calling for Service ................32...
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.
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Technical Safety • 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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
• You can take your appliance either to the shop where you purchased the product, or contact your local government waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE collection point. For the most up to date information for your country, please see www.lg.com/global/recycling.
INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Rear View a Control panel a Power plug b Detergent dispenser drawer b Transit bolts c Drum c Drain hose d Door e Cover cap f Drain pump filter...
Specifications Model F*V508* Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Dimension 600 mm X 560 mm X 850 mm (Width x Depth x Height) Product Weight 63 kg • No further backflow protection required for connection to the water inlet. Installation Place Requirements Before installing the appliance, check the following...
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• If the appliance is installed on the unstable out by inexperienced persons may cause injury floor (e.g. wooden floor), the warranty does not or serious malfunctioning. Contact your LG cover any damages and cost occured due to the Electronics service centre.
Unpacking the Appliance Remove the bolt assemblies by wiggling them slightly while pulling them out. Lifting the Appliance Off the Foam Install the hole caps. Base • Locate the hole caps b included in the accessory pack or attached on the back. * This feature is only available on some models.
NOTE Turn the adjustable feet as required if the floor is uneven. • Proper placement and levelling of the appliance • Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the will ensure long, regular, and reliable operation. feet. • The appliance must be level and stand firmly in position.
Installing the Drain Hose Connecting Hose to Water Tap Screw - Type Hose to Tap with Thread For Model with Drain Pump Screw the hose connector to the water supply, The drain hose should not be placed higher than which has ¾” threaded union. 100 cm above the floor.
OPERATION Operation Overview Preparing the Laundry Sort laundry for best washing results, and then Using the Appliance prepare laundry according to the symbols on the care labels. Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash programme and add a half amount of the detergent. Sorting the Clothes Start the appliance without laundry.
Checking the Clothes before • Remove items from the flexible gasket to prevent clothing and door seal damage. Loading • Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items should not be more than half of total load. •...
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NOTE Load the laundry into the drum and close the door. • Do not let the detergent harden. Doing so may lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or odour. NOTE • Full load: According to manufacturer’s • Do not put tablets into the drawer. recommendation •...
Control Panel Control Panel Features a Power Button • Press the Power button to turn on or off the appliance. b Programme Knob • Programmes are available according to the laundry type. • The lamp will light up to indicate the selected programme. c Start/Pause Button •...
a AI DD • AI DD M provides the desired washing and spinning. • M is activated when Cotton, Mixed Fabric and Easy Care programmes are selected and operated. Programme Table Washing Programme Programme Cotton Max. Load Rating Description Provides better performance by combining various drum motions. Use for coloured fast items (shirts, nightdresses, pajamas, etc.) and normally soiled cotton load (underwear).
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Programme Silent Wash Max. Load 4.5 kg Description Provides less noise and vibration and saves money by using overnight electricity. Use for coloured fast garments (shirts, nightdresses, pajamas, etc.) and lightly soiled white cotton (underwear). Proper Temperature 40 °C (Cold to 60 °C) Max.
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Programme Quick 30 Max. Load 2 kg Description Provides fast washing time for small loads and lightly soiled clothes. Proper Temperature 20 °C (Cold to 40 °C) Max. Spin Speed 1400 rpm Programme Duvet Max. Load 1 piece of laundry Description For large items such as bed covers, pillows, sofa covers, etc.
Extra Options Programme Pre Wash Delay End Add Item Rinse+ Intensive Cotton Cotton+ Mixed Fabric Easy Care Silent Wash Allergy Care Delicates Hand/Wool Sportswear Baby Steam Care Quick 30 Duvet Tub Clean Download Cycle * This option is automatically inserted in the programme and cannot be deselected. Consumption Data Main Washing Programmes F*V508*...
Extra Options and Press the Delay End button to set a required time. Functions Press the Start/Pause button. You can use the extra options and functions to customize the programmes. NOTE • The delay time is the time to the end of the Rinse l programme, not the start.
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Spin p Child Lock i Use this option to change the spin strength. Press Use this function to disable the controls. This the Spin button repeatedly to change the speed function can prevent children from changing cycles level. or operating this appliance. Press the Power button.
• The appliance supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks only. To check your network frequency, contact your internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. • LG SmartThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.
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Tub Clean Coach Start a cycle from the LG SmartThinQ application on your smartphone. This function shows how many cycles remain before running the Tub Clean cycle. NOTE • Once this function is enabled, you can start a Energy Monitoring...
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In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
Smart Diagnosis Through the Customer Information Centre Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information centre when the appliance malfunctions or fails. Use this function only to contact the service representative, not during the normal operation.
MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They may damage the finish.
Cleaning the Appliance WARNING Periodically • Leave the door open to dry inside of the appliance only if the children are supervised at home. Tub Clean Use this function to clean inside of the appliance. Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter A higher water level is used in this programme at higher spin speed.
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Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer The drain filter collects threads and small objects Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is dispenser drawer. Remove the drawer and the clean to ensure smooth running of your appliance.
You can remedy most of the problems by yourself, consequently save time and money, since you do not need to call LG Electronics service centre. The following table should assist you by troubleshooting.
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Possible Cause & Solution Door sensor malfunctions. dE dE1 dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR • Please call LG Electronics service centre. You can find your local LG Electronics service centre phone number in the warranty card. This is a control error. CONTROL ERROR •...
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution The laundry may be unevenly distributed in the drum. • Pause the cycle and redistribute the laundry after the door unlocks. Not all leveling feet are resting firmly and evenly on the floor. • See the Leveling the Appliance to adjust the leveling of the appliance. Floor not rigid enough.
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Controls are not set properly. operate. • Make sure that the cycle should be correctly set. Close the door and press the Start/Pause button. Door is open. • Close the door and make sure that nothing should be caught under the door preventing it from closing completely.
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Kinked drain hose. drain water. • Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Drain located higher than 1.2 m above the floor. • Make sure that the drain hose should not be higher than 1.2 m above the bottom of the appliance.
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Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Wrinkling Appliance is not unloaded promptly. • Always remove items from the appliance as soon as the cycle is complete. Appliance is overloaded. • The appliance can be fully loaded, but the drum should not be tightly packed with items.
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• Find the Wi-Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it, then not connected to the register your appliance on LG SmartThinQ. Wi-Fi network. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi-Fi network.
OPERATING DATA Product Fiche Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1061/2010 Supplier’s name or trade mark Supplier’s model F*V508* Rated capacity Energy efficiency class A+++ Awarded an “EU Ecolabel award” under regulation [(EC) No 66/2010] Weighted annual energy consumption (AEC) kWh/year kWh per year Energy consumption The standard 60 ºC cotton programme at full...
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*1: Based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60 ºC and 40 ºC at full and partial load, and the consumption of the low-power modes. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used. *2: Based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60 ºC and 40 ºC at full and partial load.