Warning, Cleaning the water inlet filters – LG WM3997HWA User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING

y Unplug the power cord and turn off the faucets

before cleaning.

Failure to do so may cause

electric shock.

y Do not use the washing machine without the

inlet filters.

If you use the washing machine

without the inlet filters it will cause leaks and

malfunction.

y

If you use the washing machine in an area with

hard water, the inlet filter may clog due to lime

buildup. Contact your nearest LG customer

service center if the inlet filter cannot be cleaned

or is missing.

NOTE

y P

message will blink on the display when the

water pressure in the detergent drawer is weak

or an inlet filter is clogged with dirt. Clean the

inlet filter.

Cleaning the water inlet filters

Clean the water inlet filters periodically to prevent

clogging. Take extra care to clean the water inlet filters

in areas using hard water. Water may not be supplied if

there are foreign objects, such as rust, sand, or stones

in the water inlet filters.

1

Press the Power button to turn off the washing
machine and pull out the plug.

2

Turn off the faucets connected with the water inlets.

3

Remove the water inlets.

4

Pull out the water inlet filter.

Inlet Filter

5

Remove foreign objects from the water filter inlet.
- Soak the water filter inlets in white vinegar or a

lime scale remover or use a toothbrush to remove

foreign objects and rinse thoroughly.

6

Press the water filter inlets back into place.

7

Reattach the water lines to the washing machine.

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