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- LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 1-2
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Use the Operation section for laundry loading, detergent use, cycles, and controls.
- LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 3-6
Read This First: Safety Messages and Symbols
- Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses as part of recommended safety procedures.
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Product Overview and Parts Identification
- If you are looking at the front, you will see the control panel, detergent drawer, door, drain pump filter area, drain hose, leveling feet, door seal, and drum.
- LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 9-10
Before Installation: Requirements and Planning
- Do not block the large opening on the bottom of the washer with carpeting or other materials.
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Before Installation: Requirements and Planning
Clearance requirements For water inlet hoses, the drain hose, and airflow, allow at least:
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Unpack and Remove Shipping Materials
- metal bolt and washer - rubber damper - plastic rod Replace the hole caps - Find the hole caps included in the accessory pack or attached to the back of the washer.
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Unpack and Remove Shipping Materials
- Do not use a drain pan with a pedestal or pedestal washer installation, because it can block the drawer.
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Final Installation Check and Power Test
Load the washer with 6 thick bath towels (about 6 pounds).
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Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
- Add half the usual amount of detergent.
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Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
Basic wash sequence 1) Sort laundry and load the washer For better washing results and less chance of damage:
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Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
- Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color, and load size as needed.
- LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 17-18
Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
- Open the door and load the items into the washer.
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Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
If you are using single-use detergent packs, or gel or tablet detergents, place them in the drum before loading the laundry.
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Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
2) Add cleaning products - Add the proper amount of HE (High-Efficiency) detergent to the detergent dispenser.
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Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
- If desired, add bleach or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of the dispenser drawer.
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Sorting and Loading Laundry
Sorting and Loading Laundry Follow these steps before starting a wash cycle so clothes clean well and the washer stays balanced.
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Sorting and Loading Laundry
Do not bleach, Any bleach when needed, or Only non-chlorine bleach when needed 2) Prepare garments before loading For best results, sort and prepare items before they go into the drum.
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Sorting and Loading Laundry
- Brush off heavy soil, dust, and hair before washing.
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Sorting and Loading Laundry
3) Load the drum correctly Load clothes loosely so they have room to circulate.
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Sorting and Loading Laundry
A few loading guidelines help prevent imbalance:
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Sorting and Loading Laundry
- Load large items first.
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Sorting and Loading Laundry
- Large items should not be more than half of the total load.
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Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products This washer uses an automatic dispenser drawer for many laundry products, but some products must go directly into the drum.
- LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 21-22
Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
Before you add anything - Always use HE (High-Efficiency) detergent with this washer.
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Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
- Follow the detergent, bleach, and softener manufacturer’s recommendations.
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Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
- Use less detergent for soft water, light soil, or smaller loads.
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Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
- Do not place or store detergent, bleach, or liquid fabric softener on top of the washer.
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Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
Single-use detergent packs, gel, and tablet detergents - Place liquid or powdered detergent packs, gel detergents, or tablet detergents directly in the drum before adding laundry.
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Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
- Do not put these products in the dispenser drawer.
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Control Panel and Display Overview
- If you press it during a cycle, the cycle is canceled and any load settings are lost.
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Control Panel and Display Overview
Cycle Modifier buttons - Use these buttons to change the wash temperature, spin speed, and soil level for the selected cycle.
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Control Panel and Display Overview
- If the display shows --- , the time will appear after load sensing detects the load size.
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Control Panel and Display Overview
- Several outside factors can affect the actual time, including load size, room temperature, and incoming water temperature.
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Control Panel and Display Overview
After you press Start/Pause, the washer measures the load size.
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Control Panel and Display Overview
The estimated time may change once load sensing is complete.
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Wash Cycles Guide
For best washing performance and fabric care, choose the cycle that matches the load contents.
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Continued Manual Pages: What These Pages Cover These pages do not add operating instructions yet. They show the manual’s opening information and table of contents, which tells you where to find each major topic in the full owner’s manual. Manual identification
- safety · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 3-6
Read This First: Safety Messages and Symbols
Read This First: Safety Messages and Symbols Before using the washer, read all instructions and keep them for later reference. Safety alert symbol and message words This manual and the appliance use a safety alert symbol to warn you about hazards. - The safety
- other · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 7-8
Product Overview and Parts Identification
Product Overview and Parts Identification This section helps you identify the washer’s main parts, the accessories that come with it, the items you must buy separately, and the basic product specifications. Product features and important note The illustrations
- installation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 9-10
Before Installation: Requirements and Planning
Before Installation: Requirements and Planning Read these installation instructions before you install the washer or move it to a new location. The manual gives this installation sequence: 1. Choosing the proper location 2. Unpacking and removing shipping mate
- installation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 11-12
Unpack and Remove Shipping Materials
Unpack and Remove Shipping Materials Before you operate the washer, remove all shipping materials so the unit can work properly and to help prevent damage. What to do first - Remove the carton and all shipping material. - Lift the washer off the foam base. - I
- installation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 16
Final Installation Check and Power Test
Final Installation Check and Power Test After the washer has been installed, use the final check below to confirm that the power connection, water supply, spinning, draining, and leveling are all working properly. Connect to power - Plug the washer into a 120
- operation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 17-18
Before Use: Basic Operation Overview
Before Use: Basic Operation Overview Important safety note Before operating the washer, read the Safety Instructions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury. Before the first wash Before washing clothes for the first time: - Select the Normal cyc
- operation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 19-20
Sorting and Loading Laundry
Sorting and Loading Laundry Follow these steps before starting a wash cycle so clothes clean well and the washer stays balanced. 1) Check the care label on each item Many garments have a fabric care label. Use the label instructions to help choose the right cy
- operation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 21-22
Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products
Using Detergent, Bleach, and Other Laundry Products This washer uses an automatic dispenser drawer for many laundry products, but some products must go directly into the drum. For best results, use the correct compartment and do not overfill. Before you add an
- operation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 23-24
Control Panel and Display Overview
Control Panel and Display Overview This section explains the main controls on the washer and what the display lights mean. Control panel buttons and knob Power On/Off button - Press this button to turn the washer on or off. - If you press it during a cycle, th
- operation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 25-28
Wash Cycles Guide
Wash Cycles Guide The washer has different cycles designed for specific types of laundry. For best washing performance and fabric care, choose the cycle that matches the load contents. LG also recommends following the care labels on your garments. For help rea
- operation · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 29-32
Cycle Modifiers and Basic Options
Cycle Modifiers and Basic Options Your washer lets you customize many cycles after you choose the cycle. Each cycle starts with default settings, but you can change some settings using the modifier buttons. Before you change settings - Repeatedly press the but
- other · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 33-36
LG ThinQ App and Smart Features
LG ThinQ App and Smart Features The LG ThinQ app lets you communicate with the washer from a smartphone. It is used for remote control, cycle downloads, monitoring, alerts, settings, and Smart Diagnosis. What the LG ThinQ app can do If your washer has the wire
- maintenance · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 37-38
Cleaning the Washer Exterior and Door
Cleaning the Washer Exterior and Door Keeping the outside of the washer and the door clean helps protect the finish and reduce moisture and odor. Safety first - Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. - Do not spray water insi
- maintenance · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 39
Clean the Detergent Drawer and Water Inlet Filters
Clean the Detergent Drawer and Water Inlet Filters This section covers two maintenance tasks that can help prevent filling problems, leaks, and buildup: - Cleaning residue from the detergent drawer opening - Cleaning the water inlet filters if the washer does
- maintenance · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 40-41
Clean the Drain Pump Filter and Prepare for Storage or Freezing
Clean the drain pump filter The washer can fail to drain if the drain pump filter becomes clogged. LG recommends cleaning the drain filter periodically to help prevent clogging from foreign objects. Before you start - Turn off the washer and unplug the power c
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Troubleshooting Overview and FAQs
Troubleshooting Overview Your washer has an automatic error-monitoring system that detects and helps diagnose problems early. If the washer does not work properly or does not work at all, check the items below before calling for service. For more detailed info
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Error Codes and Washer Fault Messages
Error Codes and Washer Fault Messages When an error code appears on the washer display, it tells you what type of problem the washer has detected. Use the code to identify the issue, then follow the matching solution below. UE — Unbalance Error The load is too
- troubleshooting · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 45
Noise, Vibration, and Water Hammer Troubleshooting
Noise, Vibration, and Water Hammer Troubleshooting This section helps you tell the difference between normal washer sounds and sounds that may need attention. Normal sounds during operation The following sounds are listed as normal operation: - Clicking: The d
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Operation Problems: Leaks, Detergent Dispensing, Filling, and Cycle Behavior
Operation Problems: Leaks, Detergent Dispensing, Filling, and Cycle Behavior This section helps you troubleshoot common washer problems such as leaks, detergent not dispensing correctly, filling issues, pauses during a cycle, and the washer stopping or not sta
- troubleshooting · LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 49-50
Laundry Results Problems: Wrinkling, Staining, Odor, and Wi‑Fi Issues
Troubleshooting Laundry Results, Odors, and Wi‑Fi Use the suggestions below when clothes are wrinkled, stained, smell musty, or when the washer will not connect to Wi‑Fi. Wrinkling The washer may be overloaded. - The washer can be fully loaded, but the drum sh
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Limited Warranty: Coverage and Terms
Limited Warranty: Coverage and Terms What LG covers If your LG washer fails because of a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the product during the warranty period. This limited warranty app