LG WM8500HWA - Manual (Page 33)

33 MAINTENANCE
ENGLISH When the Drain Line is Frozen
1 Pour hot water in the washer tub and close the door.
- Leave it for 10 minutes.
2 Press the Power button after 10 minutes.
3 Press the Spin Speed button to begin draining and
spinning.
4 Press the Start/Pause button.
- Check if the water drains.
Cleaning
Periodically clean the washing machine to help maintain its
performance and to minimize the chance of malfunction.
Cleaning your the drum, Tub Clean
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 to 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 the cleaner 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.)
2 Press the Power button.
3 Turn the cycle selector knob to Tub Clean.
- t cL message appears in the display.
- The indicator light for Tub Clean turns on.
4 Press the Start/Pause button.
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 Leave the door open after finishing the laundry to keep
the tub clean.
y Tub Clean should be repeated monthly.
y If you notice mildew or musty smells, run Tub Clean
once a week for 3 consecutive weeks.
y Safely and conveniently secure the door slightly ajar
with the magnetic door plunger. This will promote air
circulation and help the machine to dry.