FAQ

Q: HOW DO I USE THE SIDEKICK
™
WASHER?
A: Slide the SideKick
™
washer drawer from the pedestal frame. Then, just like any other washer,
lift the lid and load clothes into the tub, making sure to avoid overloading. Use the detergent cup to
add the correct amount of liquid or powder HE detergent and then close the lid. Press the Power
button and select your desired cycle, press Start/Pause and slide the drawer back into the frame.
Q: DOES THE SIDEKICK
™
DRAWER NEED TO BE SLID ALL THE WAY IN TO WORK?
A: Yes. The SideKick
™
lid must be closed and the washer must be fully engaged in the pedestal
frame to operate. If not, the display will indicate “dE1,” “dE2” or “dE3” (door error).
Q: WHAT TYPE OF DETERGENT CAN I USE?
A: Feel free to use the same liquid or powder HE detergent that you use in your front load
washer. The HE formulations help prevent over-sudsing that can affect overall washer performance.
YOU SHOULD NOT USE DETERGENT PODS IN YOUR SIDEKICK
™
WASHER AT ANY TIME.
GETTING STARTED
Slide Open Load Clothes Press Start
Remote can be
purchased separately
Q: HOW MUCH DETERGENT SHOULD I USE?
A: Your SideKick
™
washer comes with a detergent cup to help you quickly and easily
measure just the right amount of detergent. One side is intended for liquid detergent, the
other side for powder. Simply fill to the mark and pour into the tub before starting the cycle.
If you lose your detergent cup, you can order a replacement through LG Customer Service at
1-800-243-0000. Or, use approximately 1/4 the amount of detergent that you use in your
regular front load washer.
Q: CAN I USE FABRIC SOFTENER OR BLEACH?
A: Liquid fabric softener may be added at the beginning of the final rinse cycle. The SideKick
™
washer will chime to alert you when this is happening. We recommend using 1/4 of the normal
amount suggested by the manufacturer. The tub will be filled with water, so you can simply pour
the fabric softener into the water. Please refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
YOU SHOULD NOT USE BLEACH IN YOUR SIDEKICK
™
WASHER AT ANY TIME. WE SUGGEST
USING YOUR FRONT LOAD WASHER FOR LOADS WHERE YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADD BLEACH.
FAQs
Liquid Detergent Powder Detergent