LG WM3001HWA - Manual (Page 32)

BEFORE CALLINg FOR SERVICE
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Problem Possible Causes Solutions
Washer fills with
water slowly or not
at all, or the display
shows:
Washer will not
turn on
Musty or mildewy
odor in washer
• Water supply taps are not
open fully.
• Water line hoses are kinked,
pinched, or bent.
• Water inlet fi lters are clogged.
• Water pressure to tap or
house is too low.
• Power cord is not properly
plugged in.
• House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker has tripped, or power
outage has occurred.
• The door is not closed
properly.
• Incorrect or too much
detergent has been used.
• Inside of tub not cleaned
properly.
• Make sure that the water taps are open fully.
• Make sure the hoses are not kinked or pinched. Be
careful when moving the washer.
• Clean the inlet fi lters. See the Care and Cleaning
section.
• Check another faucet in the house to make sure that
household water pressure is adequate.
• Make sure that the plug is plugged securely into a
grounded, 3-prong, 120-VAC, 60-Hz. outlet.
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload,
have it corrected by a qualifi ed electrician.
• Make sure that the door is closed properly and press
the START/PAUSE button. After starting a cycle, it
may take a few moments before the drum begins to
turn or spin. The washer will not spin unless the door
is locked (DOOR LOCK will appear in the display).
• If the door is closed and locked and the open door
error message is displayed, call for service.
• Use only HE (High-Effi ciency) detergent in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Run the TUB CLEAN cycle regularly. Be sure to wipe
around and under the door seal frequently.
Washer won’t
spin, or the display
shows:
• The washer automatically
adjusts the wash time for
the amount of laundry, water
pressure, water temperature,
and other operating conditions.
• This is normal. The washer adjusts cycle time
automatically to provide optimal results for the
selected cycle.
Wash cycle time is
longer than usual
Door will not
unlock when cycle
is stopped or
paused
• Interior temperature of washer
is too high.
• Water level in washer is
too high.
• The washer door has a safety lock to prevent burns.
Allow the washer to cool until the DOOR LOCK
indicator turns off in the display.
• Allow the washer to complete the programmed cycle,
or run the DRAIN & SPIN cycle to drain the water.
Steam is not visible
during STEAM cycle
• This is normal. • Because it uses pressurized steam, the washer
requires very small amounts of steam to achieve
optimal results. Excess steam could damage fabrics
and reduce effi ciency.
Water in the washer
drains slowly or not
at all, or the display
shows:
• Drain hose is bent, pinched,
or clogged.
• The drain fi lter is clogged.
• Make sure the drain hose is free of clogs, kinks, etc.,
and is not pinched behind or under the washer.
• Clean the drain fi lter. See the Care and Cleaning
section.
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