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. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............3 Disposal of Your Old Appliance ................8 INSTALLATION ..................9 Parts ........................9 Accessories ......................9 Specifications ......................10...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
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For use in Europe: 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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•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.
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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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•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.
• 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.
Specifications FC1409S3W Model F*J*TY(P)(0~9)* F*J*VY(P)(0~9)* Wash Capacity 9 kg 8 kg Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Size 600 mm (W) x 560 mm (D) x 850 mm (H) Product Weight 62 kg Permissible Water pressure 0.1 - 1.0 MPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf / cm²) •...
Installation Place • If it is impossible to avoid positioning the appliance next to a gas cooker or coal burning Requirements stove, an insulation (85x60 cm) covered with aluminum foil on the side facing the cooker Location or stove must be inserted between the two appliances.
Unpacking and Removing Install the hole caps. Transit Bolts • Locate the hole caps included in the accessory pack or attached on the back. Lift the appliance off the foam base. • After removing the carton and shipping material, lift the appliance off the foam base.
• Push or rock the top edges of the (p/no.4620ER4002B) from the LG Service appliance gently to make sure that the Centre. appliance does not rock. If the appliance rocks, level the appliance again. NOTE • You can obtain anti-slip sheets from the LG Service Centre.
Leveling the Appliance Connecting the Water Supply Hose If the floor is uneven, turn the adjustable feet as required (Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under • Water pressure must be between 0.1 MPa and the feet). Make sure that all four feet are stable 1.0 MPa (1.0‒10.0 kgf/cm and resting on the floor and then check that the •...
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Connecting Hose to Water Tap Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the four fixing screws. Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread Screw the hose connector onto the water supply tap.
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Connecting Hose to Appliance Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter. Attach the hot water line to the hot water supply on the back of the washer. Attach the cold water line to the cold water supply on the back of the washer.
Installing the Drain Hose • 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. •...
OPERATION Using the Washing Machine Choose the desired washing cycle. • Press the cycle button repeatedly or turn Before the first wash, select a washing the cycle selector knob until the desired programme, allow the washing machine to wash cycle is selected. without clothing.
Sorting Laundry Caring before loading. • Combine large and small items in a load. Look for a care label on your clothes. Load large items first. • This will tell you about the fabric content • Large items should not be more than half of your garment and how it should be the total wash load.
Adding Cleaning Products NOTE • Do not let the detergent harden. Doing so may Detergent Dosage lead to blockages, poor rinse performance or odour. • Detergent should be used according to the • Full load : According to manufacturer’s instruction of the detergent manufacturer and recommendation.
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Using Tablet • Do not leave the fabric softener in the detergent drawer for more than 2 days (Fabric Open the door and put tablets into the drum. softener may harden). • Softener will automatically be added during the last rinse cycle. •...
Control Panel Power Button Programme Knob • Press the Power button to turn the • Programmes are available according to the washing machine on. laundry type. • The lamp will light up to indicate the Start/Pause Button selected programme. • This Start/Pause button is used to start the Options wash cycle or pause the wash cycle.
Programme Table Washing Programme Maximum Programme Description Fabric Type Proper Temp. Load Provides better performance by 40 °C Cotton combining various drum (Cold to 95 °C) Coloured fast garments motions. (shirts, nightdresses, pajamas, etc.) and Rating Provides optimised normally soiled cotton washing performance 60 °C load (underwear).
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Maximum Programme Description Fabric Type Proper Temp. Load Coloured fast garments Provides less noise (shirts, nightdresses, and vibration and 40 °C Silent Wash pajamas, etc.) and 4.5 kg saves money by using (Cold to 60 °C) lightly soiled white overnight electricity. cotton (underwear).
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• Water Temperature: Select the appropriate water temperature for chosen wash programme. Always follow garment manufacturer’s care label or instructions when washing. • Set program at "Cotton+, 40 °C (Half Load)", "Cotton+, 60 °C (Half Load)", "Cotton+, 60 °C (Full Load)"...
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Extra Options Programme Turbo Wash Intensive Rinse+ Delay End Pre Wash Cotton ● ● ● ● ● Cotton+ ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Easy Care ● ● ● ● ● Duvet ● ● ● Allergy Care ●...
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Operating Data Max RPM Programme F4J*** F2J*** Cotton 1400 1200 Cotton+ 1400 1200 1400 1200 Easy Care 1000 1000 Duvet 1000 1000 Allergy Care 1400 1200 Baby Steam Care 1000 1000 Sports Wear Gentle Care Delicate Stain Care 1400 1200 Silent Wash 1000 1000...
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Operating Data [F*J*VY(P)(0~9)*] BYUE Remaining moisture Water in Energy in Time in Minutes content Litre Programme 9 kg 1400 rpm 1200 rpm 9 kg 9 kg 1400 rpm 1200 rpm Cotton (40 °C) 44 % 0.40 Cotton+ (60 °C) 44 % 0.61 [F*J*TY(P)(0~9)*] Remaining moisture...
Option Programme Intensive ( Delay End ( If the laundry is normal and heavily soiled, Intensive option is effective. You can set a time delay so that the washing machine will start automatically and finish after a Press the Power button. specified time interval.
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Temp. Add Item ( The Temp. button selects the wash and rinse Laundry can be added or removed after the temperature combination for the selected washing programme is started. programme. Press this button until the desired setting is lit. All rinses use cold tap water. Press the Add Item button when the LED is turned on.
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Child Lock Beep On / Off Use this option to disable the controls. This Press the Power button. feature can prevent children from changing cycles or operating the appliance Press the Start/Pause button. Locking the Control Panel Press and hold the Temp. and Spin button Press and hold the Child Lock button for simultaneously for 3 seconds to set the Beep three seconds.
• To verify the Wi-Fi connection, check that Wi-Fi icon on the control panel is lit. Installing Smart ThinQ • LG Smart ThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, Search for the LG Smart ThinQ application from...
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• Once the Remote Start mode is enabled, the condition providing networked you can start a cycle from the LG Smart standby ThinQ smartphone application. If the cycle is not started, the machine will wait to start...
Smart Diagnosis™ can not be activated unless the appliance is connected to power. LG Electronics will also provide open source If the appliance is unable to turn on, then code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering...
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• If the call centre agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may be asked to try again. LG Electronics service centre Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, resume your conversation...
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Interior WARNING • Unplug the washing machine before cleaning • Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to washing machine door opening and door glass. follow this warning may result in serious injury, •...
Cleaning the Drain Pump After cleaning, turn the pump filter and insert the drain plug. Filter • The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean to ensure smooth running of your washing machine.
Cleaning the Dispenser Tub Clean ( ) (Optional) Drawer Tub Clean is a special programme to clean the inside of the washing machine. Detergent and fabric softener may build up in the dispenser drawer. Remove the drawer and A higher water level is used in this programme inserts and check for buildup once or twice a at higher spin speed.
Caution on Freezing During • After closing the tap, disconnect the cold supply hose from the tap, and remove water Winter while keeping the hose facing downwards. • When frozen, the product does not operate normally. Make sure to install the product where it will not freeze during winter.
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How to Handle Freezing • When water is removed completely from the drum, close the hose plug used for removal of • Make sure to empty the drum, pour warm residual water, choose a washing programme, water of 50–60 °C up to the rubber part inside and press the Start/Pause button.
TROUBLESHOOTING • Your washing machine is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your washing machine does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service: Diagnosing Problems Symptoms Reason...
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Symptoms Reason Solution Water in the Drain hose is kinked or clogged. • Clean and straighten the drain hose. washing machine does not drain or The drain filter is clogged. • Clean the drain filter. drains slowly Electrical power cord may not be •...
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Symptoms Reason Solution • Do not overload. Check that the washing machine is draining properly to extract adequate water from the Dry problem Check water supply tap. load. Clothes load is too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels. •...
Error Messages Symptoms Reason Solution Water supply is not adequate • Check another tap in the house. in area. Water supply taps are not • Fully open tap. completely open. Water supply hose(s) are • Straighten hose(s). kinked. The filter of the supply •...
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Symptoms Reason Solution Drain hose is kinked or clogged. • Clean and straighten the drain hose. The drain filter is clogged. • Clean the drain filter. Ensure door is not open. • Close the door completely. If is not released, call for service.
• Costs associated with removal of your Product from your home for repairs. • The removal and reinstallation of the Product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions, including LG’s owner’s and installation manuals.
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Strange vibration or noise Remove the transit bolts caused by not removing & tub support. transit bolts or tub support. Transit Carton bolt support base Leakage caused by dirt (hair, Clean the gasket & door lint) on gasket and door glass.
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Leakage caused by improper installation of drain hose or Reinstall the drain hose. Elbow Bracket clogged drain hose. Tie Strap Leakage caused by improper installation of water supply Reinstall the supply hose or using other brand hose. supply hoses. No power problem caused Reconnect the power by loose connection of power cord or change the...