Cleaning; Clean Your The Drum, Tub Clean - LG WD1873RDS Manual Del Propietário

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MAINTENANCE
When the Drain Line is Frozen
1
Pour hot water in the washer tub and close the
door.
- Leave it for 10 minutes.
2 A
Press after 10 minutes.
3
Press for draining and spinning.
C
4
Press .
- Check if the water drains.

Cleaning

Periodically clean the washing machine to help
maintain its performance and to minimize the
chance of malfunction.
Clean your the drum,
"Improper installation or use of the washing
machine in a humid space for a long period of time
potentially could lead to a buildup of detergent
residue in the washing machine that may produce
mildew or musty smells. If you clean the washer
tub regularly on a monthly basis using TUB CLEAN
it will minimize the possibility that detergent
residue will build up and mildew or musty smells
may occur."
1 Add tub cleaner or lime scale remover into the
detergent dispenser drawer.
- Do not exceed the maximum detergent limit
line when you add it. Detergent may remain in
the washer tub after cleaning.
- When you use liquid chlorine bleach, load it
into the liquid chlorine bleach compartment.
- When you use a powdered cleaner, pull out
the liquid detergent cup and add it into the
main wash detergent compartment.
- When you use cleaning tablets, place them
directly into the washer tub. (Do not add tablet
cleaner to the drawer.)
A
2
Press .
B
3
Turn to TUB CLEAN.
- O message appears in the display.
- The indication light for TUB CLEAN turns on.
C
4 Press .
TUB CLEAN
NOTE
y Never load laundry while using TUB CLEAN.
The laundry may be damaged. Make sure to
clean the washer tub when it is empty.
y It is recommended to leave the door open after
finishing the laundry to keep the tub clean.
y It is recommended that TUB CLEAN should be
repeated monthly.
y If you notice mildew or musty smells, run TUB
CLEAN for 3 consecutive weeks.
y Safely and conveniently secure the door
slightly ajar with a magnetic door plunger.
This will promote air circulation and help the
machine to dry.
Automatic alert for cleaning washing machine
When the power is on and the O message
blinks, it means the washer tub needs cleaning.
Use TUB CLEAN to clean the washer tub. The
automatic indication alert for cleaning the washer
tub depends on the frequency of use, however, the
message will generally blink every 1~2 months.
Removing mineral buildup
If you live in an area with hard water, mineral
scale can form on the internal components of the
washing machine. Take extra care to periodically
clean the mineral buildup on the internal
components to extend the lifespan of the washing
machine.
Removing mineral buildup from the washer tub
Check if the descaler is suitable for cleaning the
washer tub before using it and run the TUB CLEAN
cycle. See page 30, Tub clean for details on tub
clean.
NOTE
y In areas with hard water, it is recommended
to use a water softener.
y Make sure to remove all loads from the
washer tub before cleaning the washer tub.
Cleaning the washer tub together with a load
may result in contamination of or damage to
the laundry.
Removing lime buildup on stainless steel
Wipe lime buildup or other spots on stainless steel
with a soft cloth soaked in stainless steel cleaner.
NOTE
y Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers.
Doing so may damage the washing machine.