LG WM3499HVA Owners Manual - Page 29
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MAINTENANCE 29 ENGLISH MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning Care After Wash After the cycle is finished, wipe the door and the inside of the door seal to remove any moisture. Leave the door open to dry the washer tub interior. Wipe the body of the washing machine with a dry cloth to remove any moisture. WARNING yyUnplug the washer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock or death. yyNever use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish. yyDo not use volatile substances (benzene, paint thinner, alcohol, acetone, etc.) or detergents with strong chemical components when cleaning the washing machine. Doing so may cause discoloration or damage to the machine, or it may cause a fire. yyCertain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: pump, valve, motor, control board. Care in Cold Climates Long-Term Storage Follow these instructions when storing the washer for an extended period where it might be exposed to freezing temperatures. 1 Turn off the faucets connected with the water lines. 2 Unscrew the water lines from the back of the washer. 3 Empty any water out of the water lines. 4 Press the Power button. 5 Open the door and add 1 gallon (3.8 L) of nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to the empty washer tub. DO NOT use automotive anti-freeze. Close the door. 6 Press the Spin Speed button for draining and spinning. 7 Press the Start/Pause button. - Drain the water from the washing machine for 1 minute. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled. 8 Press the Power button to turn off the washing machine and pull out the power plug. 9 Dry the interior of the washer tub with a soft cloth, and close the door. 10 Press down hard on the disengage button and pull out the detergent dispenser drawer. 11 Drain the water from the detergent dispenser drawer and dry out each compartment. 12 Store the washing machine in an upright position. NOTE yyTo remove the antifreeze after storing the washing machine, add detergent to the dispenser, and run one cycle. Do not load any laundry at this time. Thawing Frozen Water Lines 1 Turn off the faucets connected with the water lines. 2 Pour hot water on the frozen faucets to thaw the water lines and pull them out. 3 Immerse the water lines in hot water to thaw them. 4 Connect the water lines with the water inlets of the washing machine and faucets. - See page 14, Connecting the water lines for details. 5 Turn on the faucets. 6 Press the Power button. 7 Press the Rinse+Spin button. 8 Press the Start/Pause button. - Verify the water fills properly.