LG SWWE50N3 Owners Manual - Page 50

ENGLISH en-us_main.book.book Page 49 Monday, February 20, 2023 2:02 PM Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters If the washer does not fill properly, an error message will appear on the display. The inlet valve filter screens could be clogged by hard water scale, sediment in the water supply, or other debris. WARNING • The inlet screens protect the delicate parts of the inlet valve from being damaged by particles that could enter the valves with the water supply. Operating the washer with these filters removed could cause a valve to open continuously, resulting in flooding and/or property damage. CAUTION • Do not use the washer without the inlet filters. Doing so will cause leaks and malfunction. • If you use the washer in an area with hard water, the inlet filter may clog due to lime buildup and require more frequent cleaning. 1 Turn off the washer, and unplug the power cord. 2 Turn off hot and cold water faucets. 3 Unscrew the hot and cold water hoses from the back of the washer. 4 Remove the filters from the water valves carefully. • Use pliers to pull out the filters from the water valves. MAINTENANCE 49 6 Rinse filters thoroughly and press them back into place. 7 Flush then reattach the water hoses. • Before reattaching the water inlet hoses, flush them by running several gallons of water through them into a bucket or drain, preferably with the faucets wide open for maximum flow. NOTE • An IE error message may blink on the display when the water pressure is low or an inlet filter is clogged with dirt. Clean the inlet filter. Cleaning the Drain Pump Filter The washer fails to drain if the drain pump filter is clogged. Periodically clean the drain filter to prevent clogging with foreign objects. WARNING • Opening the drain filter will result in water overflowing if there is water in the drum. Use a bucket if the drum is not completely drained before you open the drain filter. • Using the washer without the drain filter or with an incorrectly assembled drain filter may cause leaks or malfunction of the washer. 1 Turn off the washer, and unplug the power cord. 2 Open the drain pump filter cover. 5 Remove foreign objects and soak the filters in white vinegar or a lime scale remover. • If using a lime scale remover, follow the manufacturer's instructions. Be careful not to damage the filters while cleaning them. 3 Drain any remaining water. • Unclip the drain hose and remove the plug from the drain hose to drain the remaining water.