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Safety alert symbol and message words This manual and the appliance use a safety alert symbol to warn you about hazards. - The safety alert symbol means there is a potential hazard that can kill or injure you or others. - Safety messages with WARNING mean you may be killed or seriously injured if instructions are not followed. - Safety messages with CAUTION mean you may be injured or the product may be damaged if instructions are not followed. Each safety message explains: - what the hazard is, - how to reduce the chance of injury, and - what may happen if the instructions are not followed. Basic safety rule To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, scalding, or injury, follow all warnings and precautions in the manual. Installation precautions - Use the appliance only after it has been properly installed as described in the manual. - Follow all installation instructions to reduce the risk of severe injury or death. - Installation and grounding must be done by qualified service personnel in accordance with local codes. - Refer to the ins" } ], "questions": [ { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-add-laundry-during-tub-clean", "title": "Can I add laundry during Tub Clean?", "answer": "No. Run Tub Clean only when the drum is empty. Never load laundry during this cycle.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 37-38", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-add-laundry-during-tub-clean", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-add-laundry-during-tub-clean/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-reach-into-the-washer-while-the-drum-is-moving", "title": "Can I reach into the washer while the drum is moving?", "answer": "No. Press Start/Pause and wait until the tub or drum stops completely before loading, unloading, or adding items.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 3-6", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-reach-into-the-washer-while-the-drum-is-moving", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-reach-into-the-washer-while-the-drum-is-moving/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-run-the-washer-without-the-inlet-filters-installed", "title": "Can I run the washer without the inlet filters installed?", "answer": "No. The manual says not to use the washer without the inlet filters. Doing so can cause leaks, malfunction, continuous valve opening, flooding, and property damage.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 39", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-run-the-washer-without-the-inlet-filters-installed", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-run-the-washer-without-the-inlet-filters-installed/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-use-automotive-antifreeze-when-storing-the-washer", "title": "Can I use automotive antifreeze when storing the washer?", "answer": "No. The manual says to never use automotive antifreeze. Use 1 gallon of nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze instead.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 40-41", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-use-automotive-antifreeze-when-storing-the-washer", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-use-automotive-antifreeze-when-storing-the-washer/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-wash-waterproof-or-water-resistant-clothing-in-any-cycle", "title": "Can I wash waterproof or water-resistant clothing in any cycle?", "answer": "No. The manual says waterproof or water-resistant items must be washed only in the Waterproof, Bedding, Bulky/Large, or Jumbo Wash cycle.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 19-20", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-wash-waterproof-or-water-resistant-clothing-in-any-cycle", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-can-i-wash-waterproof-or-water-resistant-clothing-in-any-cycle/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-do-i-need-to-remove-all-4-shipping-bolt-assemblies", "title": "Do I need to remove all 4 shipping bolt assemblies?", "answer": "Yes. All 4 bolt assemblies must be completely removed to avoid product damage.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 11-12", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-do-i-need-to-remove-all-4-shipping-bolt-assemblies", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-do-i-need-to-remove-all-4-shipping-bolt-assemblies/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-do-these-pages-explain-how-to-install-or-use-the-washer", "title": "Do these pages explain how to install or use the washer?", "answer": "No. They only list where the installation and operation instructions appear in the full manual.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 1-2", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-do-these-pages-explain-how-to-install-or-use-the-washer", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-do-these-pages-explain-how-to-install-or-use-the-washer/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-do-i-know-the-washer-is-level", "title": "How do I know the washer is level?", "answer": "Gently push or rock the top edges of the washer. If it does not rock, the washer is level enough for this procedure.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 15", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-do-i-know-the-washer-is-level", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-do-i-know-the-washer-is-level/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-do-i-secure-the-drain-hose-in-a-laundry-tub-setup", "title": "How do I secure the drain hose in a laundry tub setup?", "answer": "Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket, hang the hose over the side of the laundry tub, and secure it with the provided tie strap.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 14", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-do-i-secure-the-drain-hose-in-a-laundry-tub-setup", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-do-i-secure-the-drain-hose-in-a-laundry-tub-setup/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-much-clearance-should-i-leave-around-the-washer", "title": "How much clearance should I leave around the washer?", "answer": "Allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the sides and 4 inches (10 cm) behind the washer, and leave extra space if wall, door, or floor moldings require it.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 9-10", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-much-clearance-should-i-leave-around-the-washer", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-how-much-clearance-should-i-leave-around-the-washer/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-if-my-product-is-outside-the-150-km-service-radius-what-do-i-have-to-do", "title": "If my product is outside the 150 km service radius, what do I have to do?", "answer": "You are responsible for bringing the product, at your own expense, to the authorized service center for in-warranty repair.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 57-59", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-if-my-product-is-outside-the-150-km-service-radius-what-do-i-have-to-do", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-if-my-product-is-outside-the-150-km-service-radius-what-do-i-have-to-do/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-does-the-safety-alert-symbol-mean", "title": "What does the safety alert symbol mean?", "answer": "It warns you about a potential hazard that can kill or injure you or others.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 3-6", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-does-the-safety-alert-symbol-mean", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-does-the-safety-alert-symbol-mean/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-is-the-difference-between-warning-and-caution", "title": "What is the difference between WARNING and CAUTION?", "answer": "WARNING means you may be killed or seriously injured if instructions are not followed. CAUTION means you may be injured or cause damage to the product if instructions are not followed.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 3-6", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-is-the-difference-between-warning-and-caution", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-is-the-difference-between-warning-and-caution/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-kind-of-floor-is-best-for-this-washer", "title": "What kind of floor is best for this washer?", "answer": "A level, solidly constructed floor is required. Concrete is best, and a wood floor is acceptable if it is built to FHA standards.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 9-10", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-kind-of-floor-is-best-for-this-washer", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-kind-of-floor-is-best-for-this-washer/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-should-i-do-if-i-hear-rattling-or-clanking", "title": "What should I do if I hear rattling or clanking?", "answer": "Stop the washer and check the drum and the drain filter for foreign objects such as keys, coins, or safety pins. If the noise continues after restarting, call for service.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 45", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-should-i-do-if-i-hear-rattling-or-clanking", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-should-i-do-if-i-hear-rattling-or-clanking/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-should-i-do-if-the-door-error-de-keeps-appearing", "title": "What should I do if the door error dE keeps appearing?", "answer": "Close and secure the door. If the message keeps appearing, unplug the power cord and call for service.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 44", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-should-i-do-if-the-door-error-de-keeps-appearing", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-should-i-do-if-the-door-error-de-keeps-appearing/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-tools-do-i-need-before-installing-the-washer", "title": "What tools do I need before installing the washer?", "answer": "The manual lists pliers, a flat-blade screwdriver, and a level.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 9-10", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-tools-do-i-need-before-installing-the-washer", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-what-tools-do-i-need-before-installing-the-washer/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-are-my-clothes-wrinkled-after-washing", "title": "Why are my clothes wrinkled after washing?", "answer": "The drum may be overloaded, or the hot and cold water inlet hoses may be reversed.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 49-50", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-are-my-clothes-wrinkled-after-washing", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-are-my-clothes-wrinkled-after-washing/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-does-my-washer-thump-during-a-cycle", "title": "Why does my washer thump during a cycle?", "answer": "Heavy wash loads can produce a thumping sound, and an out-of-balance load can also cause it. If the sound continues, stop the washer and redistribute the load; you can pause the cycle and do this after the door unlocks.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 45", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-does-my-washer-thump-during-a-cycle", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-does-my-washer-thump-during-a-cycle/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-should-i-flush-the-water-hoses-before-using-the-washer", "title": "Why should I flush the water hoses before using the washer?", "answer": "Flushing removes foreign substances like dirt, sand, or sawdust. The manual says these can damage the washer inlets and cause leakage.", "sourceCitation": "LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted page 13", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-should-i-flush-the-water-hoses-before-using-the-washer", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/questions/lg-wm4000hba-owners-manual-why-should-i-flush-the-water-hoses-before-using-the-washer/catalog.json" } ], "troubleshootingGuides": [ { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-drain-pump-filter-cleaning", "title": "LG WM4000HBA drain pump filter cleaning", "summary": "A maintenance guide for safely draining residual water and cleaning the LG front-load washer drain pump filter.", "difficulty": "Basic", "sourceCitation": "LG drain pump filter support page; LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, pages 48-49", "sourceUrl": "https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-washer-how-to-clean-the-drain-pump-filter--20150604773855", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/troubleshooting/lg-wm4000hba-drain-pump-filter-cleaning", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/troubleshooting/lg-wm4000hba-drain-pump-filter-cleaning/catalog.json" }, { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-washer-not-draining", "title": "LG WM4000HBA washer not draining", "summary": "A source-backed drain checklist for the LG WM4000HBA washer, centered on the drain hose, drain pump filter, and OE error path.", "difficulty": "Basic", "sourceCitation": "LG Washer OE Error Code support page; LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, pages 48-49 and 55-56", "sourceUrl": "https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-washer-oe-error-code-front-load-washer--20150140270078", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/troubleshooting/lg-wm4000hba-washer-not-draining", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/troubleshooting/lg-wm4000hba-washer-not-draining/catalog.json" } ], "errorCodes": [ { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-oe-error-code", "code": "OE", "title": "LG WM4000HBA OE error code", "meaning": "OE points to a washer drain problem: the washer is not draining normally or detects that water remains when it should be gone.", "sourceCitation": "LG Washer OE Error Code support page; LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, pages 48-49 and 55-56", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/error-codes/lg-wm4000hba-oe-error-code", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/error-codes/lg-wm4000hba-oe-error-code/catalog.json" } ], "parts": [ { "id": "lg-wm4000hba-drain-pump-filter", "title": "Drain pump filter", "partType": "Filter", "partNumber": "model-specific", "partStatus": "placeholder", "sourceUrl": "https://www.lg.com/us/support/parts-accessories", "url": "https://manualanswers.com/parts/lg-wm4000hba-drain-pump-filter", "catalogUrl": "https://manualanswers.com/parts/lg-wm4000hba-drain-pump-filter/catalog.json" } ] } ] }