OWNER’S MANUAL WASHING MACHINE Before beginning installation, read these instructions carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the washer is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the washer after installation for future reference. F14U1TBS(0~9) F12U1TBS(0~9) MFL68128005 www.lg.
Contents Contents....................................2 Product Features......................3 Important safety instructions Important safety instructions....................4 Basic safety precautions..........................5 Save these instructions............................6 Specifications ...........................7 Installation Removing packing ...................................8 Removing transit bolts .............................8 Installation place requirements ................
Product Features Inverter Direct Drive system The advanced Brushless DC motor directly drives the drum without belt and pulley. 6 Motion Washer is able to perform various drum actions or a combination of different actions depending on the wash program selected. Combined with a controlled spin speed and the ability of the drum to rotate both left and right, the wash performance of the machine is greatly improved, giving you perfect results every time.
Important safety instructions READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND EXPLANATION OF THE INSTALLATION BEFORE USE. WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. Your Safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol.
Important safety instructions ■ Basic safety precautions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in property, personal injury or death.
Important safety instructions ■ Basic safety precautions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • When unplugging power cord, do not pull out by grasping the cord. Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged. • Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
Specifications Power plug Transit bolts • If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agents or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Drawer (For detergent and fabric softener) Control panel Drain hose Drum Drain pump filter Door Drain plug Adjustable feet Cover cap ■ Name : Front loading washing machine ■ Power supply : 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz ■ Size : 600 mm (W) 560 mm (D) 850 mm (H) ■ Weight : 63 kg ■ Max.
Installation ■ Removing packing 1. Remove the cardboard box and styrofoam packing. 2. Lift the washing machine and remove the base packing. Washer 3. Remove the tape securing the power supply cord and drain hose. Base Packing 4. Remove the inlet hose from the drum. NOTE Spanner • Keep the spanner provided for future use. WARNING • Packaging material (e.g. Films, Styrofoam) can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation ! Keep all packaging well away from children.
Installation ■ Installation place requirements Location Washer approx. 2cm • Level floor : Allowable slope under entire washer is 1˚ • Power outlet : Must be within 1.5 meters of either side of location of washer. Do not overload the outlet with more than one appliance. • Additional Clearance : For Wall, 10cm:rear / 2cm : right & left side Do not place or store laundry products on top of washer at any time. They can damage the finish or controls.
Installation CAUTION CAUTION concerning the Power cord • Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain. • Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.
Installation ■ Connecting water supply hose • Water supply pressure must be between 100 kPa and 1000 kPa (1.0 - 10.0 kgf / cm2). • Do not strip or crossthread when connecting inlet hose to the valve. • If the water supply pressure is more than 1000 kPa, a decompression device should be installed. • Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary. Step1 : Check rubber seal inlet hose • Two rubber seals are supplied with the water inlet hoses.
Installation Type-C : Connecting one touch type hose to tap without thread 1. Unscrew the adapter ring plate and the 4 adapter retaining screws. 2. Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter. Ring plate Guide plate 3. Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the adapter ring plate and the 4 screws. 4. Pull the connector latch plate down, push the inlet hose onto the adapter, and release the connector latch plate.
Installation Installation of drain hose • The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor. Water in the washer does not drain or drains slowly. about 100 cm • Securing the drain hose correctly will protect the floor from damage due to water leakage. max. 100 cm about 145 cm • If the drain hose is too long, do not force back into the washer. This will cause abnormal noise. about 105 cm • When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it tightly with string.
Installation ■ Leveling 1. Leveling the washing machine properly prevents excessive noise and vibration. Install the appliance on a solid and level floor surface, preferably in a corner of the room. NOTE • Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance. Raise Lower 2. If the floor is uneven, turn the adjustable feet as required. (do not insert pieces of wood etc.
Installation Concrete floors • The installation surface must be clean, dry and level. • Install washer on a flat hard floor. Tile floors (Slippery floors) • Position each foot on the Tread Mate and level the machine to suit. (Cut Tread Mate into 70x70 mm sections and stick the pieces on to the dry tile where machine is to be placed.) • Tread Mate is a self adhesive material used on ladders & steps that prevents slipping.
How to use washer Operating washing machine 1. Sort Laundry. (Refer to 17 page) 2. Open the door and load laundry. 3. Touch the Power button. 4. Select a Program. (Refer to 18 ~ 20 page) Select options at this time (Refer to 22 ~ 25 page) ■ Options ■ Temperature ■ Spin Speed 5. Add detergent. (Refer to 28 ~ 29 page) 6. Touch the Start/Pause button.
How to use washer ■ Care before washing Wash temperature Normal machine wash Permanent press Delicate Hand wash Do not wash Sort laundry by... Soiling Wash temperature Colour Fabric type 1. Care Labels Look for a care label on your clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your garment and how it should be washed. 2. Sorting To get the best results, sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle.
How to use washer Washing program table • Recommended cycles according to the laundry type. Program Description Cotton Provides better performance by combining various drum motions. Cotton Large Provides optimised washing performance for a large amount of laundry with less energy consumption. Easy Care Fabric type Color fast garments (shirts, nightdresses, pajamas, etc) and soiled cotton load normally (underwear). This cycle is suitable for casual shirts that do not need ironing after washing.
How to use washer • Water Temperature: Select water temperature to suit wash cycles. Always follow garment manufacture’s care label or instructions when washing. • Set program at "Cotton Large 40°C (Half Load)", "Cotton Large 60°C (Half Load)", "Cotton Large 60°C (Full Load)" option for test in accordance in conformity with EN60456 and Regulation 1015/2010.
How to use washer Operating data Max RPM Program F14** F12** Cotton 1400 1200 Cotton Large 1400 1200 Easy Care 1200 1200 Mix 1400 1200 Allergy Care 1400 1200 Silent Wash 1000 1000 Steam Refresh - - Duvet 1000 1000 Sports Wear 800 800 Dark Wash 1400 1400 Speed 14 800 800 Gentle Care 800 800 Stain Care 1200 1200 NOTE • Information of main washing programmes at half load.
How to use washer ■ Control panel Power Button Start/Pause Button SmartDiagnosis™ function is available only for the products with a SmartDiagnosis™ mark. LED display Program Button Power Options Program button • Touch and release your fingers to turn it on. • Programs are available according to the laundry type. • Touch and release your fingers after 1 second to turn it off. • Lamp will light up to indicate selected program.
How to use washer ■ Options Pre Wash ( ) Steam (Wash and Softener) If the laundry is heavily soiled, “Pre Wash” cycle is effective. 1. Touch the Power button. 2. Select a cycle. 3. Touch the Pre Wash button. 4. Touch the Start/Pause button. Medic Rinse ( ) Steam Wash features enhanced washing performance with low energy consumption. Steam Softener sprays steam after spinning cycle to reduce creases and makes the laundry fluffy. 1. Touch the Power button. 2. For Steam Wash option, select steam cycles.
How to use washer Delay ( ) You can set a time delay so that the washing machine will start automatically and finish after a specified time interval. NOTE Rinse ( • Rinse plus ( ) ) :Add rinse once. • Rinse Hold ( ): The cycle is paused until start button is touched again when rinse is finished. • The delay time is the time to the end of the programme, not the start. The actual running time may vary due to water temperature, wash load and other factors. 1. Touch the Power button. 2. Select a cycle.
How to use washer ■ Child Lock Select this function to lock the buttons on the control assembly to prevent tampering. "Child Lock" can be set only during the washing cycle. Locking the control panel 1. Touch and hold the Child Lock button for 3 seconds. 2. A beeper will sound, and ' ' will appear on the LED display. When the child lock is set, all buttons are locked except the Power button. NOTE • Turning off the power will not reset the child lock function.
How to use washer ■ Tub Clean ( ) Tub Clean is a special cycle to clean the inside of the washing machine. A higher water level is used in this cycle at higher spin speed. Perform this cycle regularly. 1. Remove any clothing or items from the washer and close the door. 2. Open the dispenser drawer and add Anti limescale(e.g. Calgon) to the main wash compartment. 3. Close the dispenser drawer slowly. 4. Power On and then touch and hold Tub Clean button for 3 seconds.
Before using the Tag On function • The Tag On function allows you to conveniently use the LG SmartDiagnosis™ and Cycle Download features to communicate with your appliance right from your own smart phone. • To use the Tag On function: 1. Download the LG Smart Laundry & DW App to your smart phone. 2. Turn on the NFC (Near Field Communication) function in your smart phone.
Before using the Tag On function ■ The Tag On guide Tag On position • Tag On: Look for the Tag On icon next to the LCD screen on the control panel. This is where you position your smart phone when using the Tag On function with the LG SmartDiagnosis™ and Cycle Download features of the LG Smart Laundry & DW App. • When you use the Tag On function, position your smart phone so that the NFC antenna on the back of your smart phone matches the position of the Tag On icon on the appliance.
Adding detergent ■ Adding detergent and fabric softener The dispenser drawer • Main wash only ➔ • Pre Wash + Main Wash ➔ WARNING • Keep all washing detergents away from children as there is danger of poisoning. • Too much detergent, bleach or softener may cause an overflow. • Be sure to use the appropriate amount of detergent. Adding fabric softener • Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can cause early dispensing of the fabric softener which could stain clothes.
Adding detergent Detergent dosage • Detergent should be used according to the instruction of the detergent manufacturer and selected according to type, colour, soiling of the fabric and washing temperature. • If too much detergent is used, too many suds can occur and this will decrease the washing result or cause heavy load to the motor. • It is recommended that you use powdered detergent for best results. • If you wish to use liquid detergent follow guidelines provided by the detergent manufacturer.
Maintenance • Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards. • Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain(gully) in the immediate vicinity. The water inlet filter •" " icon will be displayed on the control panel when water does not enter the detergent drawer. • If water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become clogged.
Maintenance The drain pump 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 machine. CAUTION • First drain using the drain hose and then open the pump filter to remove any threads or objects. Be careful when draining if the water is hot. • Allow the water to cool down before cleaning the drain pump, carrying out emergency emptying or opening the door in an emergency. 1. Open the lower cover cap.
Maintenance Dispenser drawer • After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave a deposit in the drawer. • It should be cleaned from time to time with a jet of running water. • If necessary it can be removed completely from the machine by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. • To facilitate cleaning, the upper part of the fabric softener compartment can be removed. 1. Pull out the dispenser drawer. 2. Clean the dispenser drawer under water. 3. Clean inside the recess with a brush. 4.
Maintenance The washing drum • If you live in a hard water area, limescale may build up continuously in places where it cannot be seen and thus not easily removed. Over time the build up of scale clogs appliances, and if it is not kept in check these may have to be replaced. • Although the washing drum is made of Stainless steel, specks of rust can be caused by small metal articles (paper clips, safety pins) which have been left in the drum. • The washing drum should be cleaned from time to time.
Troubleshooting guide • This washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and react appropriately. When the machine does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following points before you contact your service provider. Diagnosing Problem Symptom Possible Cause Solution Rattling and clanking noise • Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins maybe in drum or pump. Stop washer, check drum and drain filter.
Troubleshooting guide Symptom Possible Cause Washer does not start • Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or connection may be loose. Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet. • House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped,or a power outage has occurred. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified electrician. • Water supply tap is not turned on. Turn on water supply tap.
Troubleshooting guide Error Messages Symptom Possible Cause Solution • Water supply is not adequate in area. • Water supply taps are not completely open. • Water inlet hose(s) are kinked. • The filter of the inlet hose(s) are clogged. Check another tap in the house. Fully open tap. • Drain hose is kinked or clogged. • The drain filter is clogged. Clean and straighten the drain hose. Clean the drain filter. • Load is too small. • Load is out of balance.
Troubleshooting guide NOTE • SmartDiagnosis™ function is available only for the products with a SmartDiagnosis™ mark. In case of a mobile phone with static option, the SmartDiagnosis™ function might not operate. Using SmartDiagnosis™ • Only use this feature when instructed to do so by the call center. The transmission sounds similar to a fax machine, and so has no meaning except to the call center. • SmartDiagnosis™ cannot be activated if the washer does not power up.
Terms of Warranty Disposal of your old appliance 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. 2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. 3.
Operating Data Product fiche_Commission Delegated Regulation(EU) No 1061/2010 Supplier’s name or trade mark Supplier’s model Rated capacity Energy efficiency class LG F14U1TBS(0~9) F12U1TBS(0~9) 8 8 kg A+++ A+++ Awarded an “EU Ecolabel award” under Regulation (EC) No 66/2010 No No Weighted annual energy consumption (AEC) in kWh per year based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60°C and 40°C at full and partial load, and the consumption of the low-power modes.
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