Preparing the Wash Load ................18 Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............19 Control Panel and Programme Table............22 Extra Options and Functions ................26 SMART FUNCTIONS Using LG ThinQ Application................27 Smart Diagnosis ....................29 MAINTENANCE Cleaning After Every Wash................31 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............31 TROUBLESHOOTING...
global_main.book.book Page 3 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below.
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global_main.book.book Page 4 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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global_main.book.book Page 5 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment- earthing / grounding conductor (earthing pin) and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and earthed / grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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• Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme. • In case of a water leak from the appliance or flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre. • Turn off water taps to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur.
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• Only qualified service personnel from LG Electronics service centre should disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. Contact an LG Electronics customer information centre if you move and install the appliance in a different location.
Liquid Detergent Dispenser Power Plug Control Panel Levelling Feet Liquid Softener Dispenser Specifications Model FT018TGES Power Supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz Dimension (Width X Depth X Height) 635 mm X 755 mm X 365 mm Product Weight 45 kg...
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global_main.book.book Page 9 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM INSTALLATION Accessories *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. Water supply hose(for Connecting Supply Hose Connecting Supply Hose cold water) and Disassembled with Assembled Connector Connector Water Drain Hose Water Drain Hose Band Clamps (3 EA) Connector...
global_main.book.book Page 10 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM INSTALLATION Installation Place 120 cm Requirements 130 cm Installation Location 10 cm • This appliance must be installed on firm flooring 0.5 cm to minimize vibration during the spin cycle. Concrete flooring is best, being far less prone to 130 cm vibration during the spin cycle than wooden 5 cm...
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local authorised LG repairer. • The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet socket that is installed and grounded/earthed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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global_main.book.book Page 12 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM INSTALLATION Attach the two back brackets on the rear top of • First, insert screws on each side. Then insert the Mini Washer by inserting 4 machine screws screws on the front and back side. in each bracket.
global_main.book.book Page 13 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM INSTALLATION Then tighten the four lock nuts. All lock nuts is more than 800 kPa, a decompression device must be tightened. should be installed. • Periodically check the condition of the water supply hose and replace the water supply hose if necessary.
global_main.book.book Page 14 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM INSTALLATION Connecting the Hose to the Connect one end of the cold water supply hose connector to the cold water supply hose of Water Tap the Main Washer first. Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread Screw the supply hose connector onto the water supply tap.
global_main.book.book Page 15 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM INSTALLATION Connecting the Drain Hose to CAUTION the Mini Washer • Adjust the band clamps to prevent the hoses The drain hose should not be placed higher than from coming loose or leaking. Failure to do so 100 cm above the floor.
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• The appliance must be 100% horizontal and manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this stand firmly in position on a hard flat floor. model.
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Put the appliance on the anti-slip sheets. • Do not attach the adhesive side of anti- slip sheets to the feet of the appliance. NOTE • Additional anti-slip sheets are available at LG Electronics service centre.
Mini Washer, and then wash heavily drum evenly. or normally soiled items to LG Main Washer. • Colour (White, Lights, Darks): Wash dark or dyed clothes separately from whites or light colours.
• If power failure occurs during product operation, the door cannot be opened. Restore the power again or contact the LG service centre. • The Lid may not open due to high ambient temperatures, if this occurs after a wash and •...
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global_main.book.book Page 20 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM OPERATION fabric and the washing temperature. Use only Add the detergent and softener into the detergents that are suitable for Drum (front appropriate compartments. load) type washers. • If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount.
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global_main.book.book Page 21 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM OPERATION • Do not pour liquid detergent and fabric softener directly onto the clothes in the wash drum, doing so will cause dark staining on the clothes that will be difficult to remove. •...
• This allows you to select an additional programmes and will light when selected. Remote Start With the LG ThinQ app, you can use a smartphone to control your appliance remotely. • In order to use this function, refer to SMART FUNCTIONS.
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global_main.book.book Page 23 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM OPERATION Time and Status Display Description lights up when the programme starts and the door is locked. lights up when the appliance is connected to Wi-Fi network at home. lights up when the remote control feature is activated. Estimated Time Remaining •...
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global_main.book.book Page 24 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM OPERATION Washing Programme Light Soil Max. Load: Rating Description Washes small loads of lightly soiled clothes, except delicate fabrics such as wool or silk. • Pressing the Start/Pause button without selecting a programme will cause the Light Soil programme to begin immediately, using the default settings.
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global_main.book.book Page 25 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM OPERATION • Neutral detergent is recommended.
global_main.book.book Page 26 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM OPERATION Extra Options and Press and hold the Tub Clean and Rinse+ buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to Functions activate/deactivate this function. Adjusting the Number of Rinse Press the Rinse+ button to increase the number of rinse.
Allows you to set various options on the appliance and in the application. Push Alert When the cycle is complete or the appliance has problems, you have the option of receiving push notifications on a smartphone. The notifications are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is off.
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You can also monitor your cycle operation so you know how much time is left in the • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network cycle. connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network Using this function connection.
Wireless function S/W version: V 1.0 LG ThinQ application. For consideration of the user, this device should be • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the installed and operated with a minimum distance of Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow 20 cm between the device and the body.
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global_main.book.book Page 30 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM SMART FUNCTIONS • Keep the smartphone in place until the data transfer has finished. Time remaining for data transfer is displayed. After the data transfer is complete, the diagnosis will be displayed in the application. NOTE •...
global_main.book.book Page 31 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. •...
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• Do not operate the washing machine without the lint filter. NOTE • When the lint filter is damaged, contact an LG service centre. Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter The water inlet filter collects lime or any sediment that may be in water that is supplied to the...
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global_main.book.book Page 33 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM MAINTENANCE so, or more often if the water is very hard or contains traces of limescale. • Turn off the water supply taps to the appliance if the appliance is to be left for a certain period of time (e.g.
Operation of your appliance can lead to errors and malfunctions. The following tables contain possible causes and notes for resolving an error message or malfunction. It is recommended to read the tables carefully below in order to save your time and money that may cost for calling to LG Electronics service centre.
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• Mini Washer will not operate as a standalone unit. It must be stacked under a suitable LG front-loading washing machine. Stacking switch is not working properly. • The product is for use only in combination with LG authorized appliances. Call the customer information centre to check out LG authorized appliances.
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global_main.book.book Page 36 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Noises You Might Hear Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Rattling and clanking Foreign objects, such as keys, coins, or safety pins may be in the drum. noise • Stop the appliance, check the drum for foreign objects. If the noise continues after the appliance is restarted, call for service.
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global_main.book.book Page 37 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Control panel has powered off due to inactivity. operate. • This is normal. Press the Power button to turn the appliance on. Appliance is unplugged.
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global_main.book.book Page 38 Tuesday, March 23, 2021 3:42 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance is not filling Inlet filter clogged. properly. • Make sure the inlet filters on the fill valves are not clogged. Inlet hoses may be kinked. •...
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After Sales Service (Egypt Only) • Shelf Life Time: 6 Years • LG is committed to providing all spare parts of this appliance during the shelf life time.