LG · Laundry · WM4000HBA · Owner's Manual
No. The manual says waterproof or water-resistant items must be washed only in the Waterproof, Bedding, Bulky/Large, or Jumbo Wash cycle.
Source: LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 19-20
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Read This First: Safety Messages and Symbols
Before using the washer, read all instructions and keep them for later reference.
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LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 3-6Sorting 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 cycle and options.
LG WM4000HBA Owner's Manual, extracted pages 19-20This answer is only published when it has a reviewed answer status and a source citation back to the manual text.