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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the water inlet filters
Clean the water inlet filters periodically to prevent clogging.
Take extra care to clean the water inlet filters for areas using
hard water. Water may not be supplied if there are foreign
objects, such as rust, sand, or stones in the water inlet
filters.
A
1
Press
to turn off the washing machine and pull out
the plug.
2
Turn off the faucets connected with the water inlets.
3
Remove the water inlets.
4
Pull out the water inlet filter.
Inlet Filter
5
Remove foreign objects from the water filter inlet.
- Soak the water filter inlets in white vinegar or a lime
scale remover or use a toothbrush to remove foreign
objects and rinse thoroughly.
6
Press the water filter inlets back into place.
7
Reattach the water lines to the washing machine.
WARNING
y Unplug the power cord and turn off the faucets before
cleaning. Failure to do so may cause electric shock.
y Do not use the washing machine without the inlet
filters. If you use the washing machine without the
inlet filters it will cause leaks and malfunction.
y If you use the washing machine in an area with hard
water, the inlet filter may clog due to lime buildup.
Contact your nearest LG customer service center if the
inlet filter is not clean or is missing.
NOTE
y P message will blink on the display when the water
pressure in the detergent drawer is weak or an inlet
filter is clogged with dirt. Clean the inlet filter.