Cleaning your washer, Exterior, Interior – LG F84882WH User Manual
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aintenance
■ Cleaning your washer
1. Exterior
Proper care of your washer can extend its life.
The outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm water and a neutral non abrasive
household detergent.
Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp cloth.
Try not to hit surface with sharp objects.
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IMPORTANT: Do not use methylated spirits, diluents or similar products.
2. Interior
Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket and door glass.
Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water.
Repeat process if necessary.
Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as safe for washing
machine.
■ Winterizing instructions
If the washer is stored in an area where freezing may occur or moved in freezing
temperatures, follow these instructions to prevent damage to the washer:
1
.
Turn off water supply tap.
2.
Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
3.
Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
4.
Add 1gallon(3.8L) of nontoxic recreational vehicle(RV) antifreeze into an empty wash drum.
Close the door.
5.
Set spin cycle and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out all water.
Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
6
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Unplug electrical power cord, dry the drum interior, and close the door.
7.
Remove dispenser drawer, drain and dry excessive water from the compartments.
8
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Store washer in an upright position.
9.
To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer
through a complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.
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