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OWNER'S MANUAL
WASHER AND DRYER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
ENGLISH
VB2-S148YTW
MFL71766729
Rev.02_061623
Copyright © 2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference. ENGLISH VB2-S148YTW www.lg.com MFL71766729 Rev.02_061623 Copyright © 2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Wash Load ................23 Adding Detergents and Softeners ..............23 Programme Table ....................26 Drying Programme ..................31 Extra Options and Functions ................33 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................36 Smart Diagnosis ....................38 MAINTENANCE Cleaning After Every Wash................40 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............40 TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    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. Safety Messages This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches. • The appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning. Installation • This appliance should only be transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
  • Page 6 • 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.
  • Page 7 • 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...
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Disposal • Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse. • Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause suffocation.

  • Page 9: Installation Parts And Specifications

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Rear View Power Plug Control Panel Transit Bolts Detergent Dispenser Drawer Drain Hose Drum Door Cover Cap Drain Pump Filter Drain Plug Levelling Feet...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Specifications Model VB2-S148YTW Power Supply 220-240 V~, 50 Hz Product Weight 81 kg Dimension(mm) D’ 1270...
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Accessories Cold Supply Hose Anti–slip Sheets*1 Spanner Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Caps for Covering Transit Bolt Holes Tie Strap*1 *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased.

  • Page 12: Installation Place Requirements

    INSTALLATION Installation Place Index Clearance (mm) Requirements Before installing the appliance, check the following information to make sure that the appliance should be installed in a correct place. WARNING Installation Location • This appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes and should not be used in •...

  • Page 13: Unpacking The Appliance

    INSTALLATION grounded/earthed in accordance with all local NOTE codes and ordinances. • You can purchase rubber cups (part No. 4620ER4002B) from the LG service centre. Unpacking the Appliance Ventilation Lifting the Appliance Off the Foam Base • Make sure that air circulation around the...

  • Page 14: Levelling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION Levelling the Appliance Starting with the bottom two transit bolts use the spanner (included) to fully loosen all Checking the Level transit bolts by turning them counterclockwise. When pushing down the edges of the top plate diagonally, the appliance should not move up and down at all (check both directions).
  • Page 15 • Do not install the washing machine on a plinth, Failure to do so may cause vibration or noise. stand or elevated surface unless it is manufactured by LG Electronics for use with this model. Using Anti-Slip Sheets This feature may vary depending on the model Check if the appliance is perfectly level using a purchased.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Water Supply Hose

    • 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. Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap with Thread...
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap Without Connecting One Touch Type Hose to Tap Thread Without Thread Loosen the 4 fixing screws Unscrew the adapter ring plate and loose the 4 fixing screws. Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter.

  • Page 18: Installing The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter • Make sure that the hose should not be kinked or locks into place. trapped. Installing the Drain Hose Installing the Drain Hose with the Elbow Bracket The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor.
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION • When installing the drain hose to a sink, secure it tightly with string.

  • Page 20: Operation Operation Overview

    OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview Add cleaning products or detergent and softener. Using the Appliance • Add the proper amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. If desired, add bleach Before the first wash, select the Cotton wash or fabric softener to the appropriate areas of programme and add a half amount of the the dispenser.

  • Page 21: Control Panel

    • 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.
  • Page 22 OPERATION Description Customizing Washing Programme Buttons Use these buttons to adjust the water temperature, spin speed and soil level settings for the selected programme. • The current settings are shown in the display. • Press the button for that option to select other settings. Display •...

  • Page 23: Preparing The Wash Load

    OPERATION Preparing the Wash Load NOTE Sort the wash load for best washing results, and • The dashes under the symbol give you then prepare the clothes according to the symbols information about the type of fabric and the on their care labels. maximum allowance of mechanical stress.
  • Page 24 OPERATION maximum fill line can cause it to dispense too Add the detergent and softener into the early, which may stain the clothes. appropriate compartments. Main wash detergent compartment NOTE • Detergents for the main wash, water • Do not pour fabric softener directly onto the softener, bleach and stain remover clothes in the wash drum, doing so will cause dark staining on the clothes that will be difficult...
  • Page 25 OPERATION Adding Water Softener A water softener, such as anti-limescale can be used to cut down on the use of detergent in areas with high water hardness level. • First add detergent, and then the water softener. Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging.

  • Page 26: Programme Table

    OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme Cotton 40 ℃ (Cold to 60 ℃) Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled clothes by combining various drum motions. Eco 40-60 Max. Load: Rating Description Washes normally soiled cotton clothes declared to be washable at 40 ℃ or 60 ℃. Baby Care - (60 ℃) Max.
  • Page 27 OPERATION Speed Wash 40 ℃ (Cold to 40 ℃) Max. Load: 5 kg Description Washes small loads of lightly soiled clothes in a short time. Rinse+Spin Max. Load: Rating Description Rinses and spins clothes. Use fabric softener if needed. Download Cycle Description This programme allows you to download a new and special washing programme to your appliance with a smartphone.
  • Page 28 OPERATION Programme Steam TurboWash Time Dry Extra Dry Normal Dry Delicates Sportswear Duvet Speed Wash Rinse+Spin Selectable Maximum Spin Speed Programme Maximum Spin Speed Cotton 800 rpm Eco 40-60 800 rpm Baby Care 800 rpm Hygiene 800 rpm Allergy Care 800 rpm Delicates 500 rpm...
  • Page 29 OPERATION Common Programmes Programme h:mm ℃ Litres Cotton 20 ℃ 1:10 0.500 114.0 73.0 Cotton 60 ℃ 1:40 1.823 114.0 73.0 4:00 1.800 136.3 62.0 Eco 40-60 (Full) 2:50 1.130 56.8 59.0 Eco 40-60 (Half) Eco 40-60 2:40 0.580 46.4 64.0 (Quarter) Delicates...
  • Page 30 OPERATION NOTE • The model name can be found on the rating label of the appliance, open the door which is just around the opening to the drum. • To find the same information in EPREL, visit https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and search using the model name.

  • Page 31: Drying Programme

    OPERATION Drying Programme Blankets and Duvets Check fabric care labels on blankets and duvets General Tips for Drying before using the drying programme. Some blankets and duvets may shrink by the heated air. Use the automatic programmes to dry most loads. Electronic sensors measure the temperature of the Rubber and Plastics exhaust to increase or decrease drying...
  • Page 32 OPERATION Extra Dry Press the Start/Pause button. Select this function to get the more drying results than the Normal Dry option with comparable settings. Using a Wash and Dry Function Prepare the clothes and load the drum. • For consistently dry loads, all articles in the load should be similar in material and thickness.

  • Page 33: Extra Options And Functions

    OPERATION Extra Options and Follow the next steps to customize a washing programme: Functions You can use the extra options and functions to Prepare the clothes and load the drum. customize the programmes. Customizing a Washing Press the Power button. Programme Each programme has default settings that are Add detergent.
  • Page 34 OPERATION Using Special Options Press the Add Item button as necessary. You can customize the programmes by using the following special options: Open the door after it unlocks itself and add or Steam remove necessary clothing items. Adding this option helps provide better cleaning results.
  • Page 35 OPERATION Settings Child Lock Use this option to disable the controls. This function can prevent children from changing cycles or operating the appliance. NOTE • Once this function is set, all buttons are locked except the Power button. • When the controls are locked, and the remaining time are alternatively shown on the display during the wash while this function is...

  • Page 36: Smart Functions

    SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application notifications on a smartphone. The notifications are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is off. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. NOTE LG ThinQ Application Features •...
  • Page 37 SMART FUNCTIONS • Smartphone user interface (UI) may vary Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with depending on the mobile operating system (OS) your existing account or create an LG account and the manufacturer. to sign in. • If the security protocol of the router is set to WEP, you may fail to set up the network.

  • Page 38: Smart Diagnosis

    • The activation of the network connection may increase the power consumption of the appliance. Start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application on your smartphone. NOTE Open Source Software Notice • Once this function is enabled, you can only start...
  • Page 39 LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    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. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They may damage the finish.
  • Page 41 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter Run this function once a month (or more often if needed) to reduce build-up of detergent and softener and other residue. The water inlet filter collects lime or any sediment that may be in water that is supplied to the •...
  • Page 42 MAINTENANCE Allow the water to cool before cleaning the drain Unscrew the drain pump filter slowly to drain pump filter. Open the door in an emergency or the remaining water and then proceed to perform an emergency water evacuation. remove any debris or objects from the filter. Unplug the appliance.
  • Page 43 MAINTENANCE check for build-up of cleaning products once or twice a month. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling the drawer straight out until the drawer stops. • Then gently pull the drawer outward while pressing hard the disengage button. Remove the build-up of detergent and softener.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 45 • Check and clean the drain filter. Door sensor malfunctions. dE dE1 dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR • Please call LG service centre. You can find your local LG service centre phone number in the warranty card. This is a control error. CONTROL ERROR •...
  • Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Thumping sound Heavy clothes may produce a thumping sound. This is usually normal. • If the sound continues, the appliance is probably out of balance. Stop and redistribute the clothes. The clothes may be out of balance. •...
  • Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Door is open. operate. • Close the door and make sure that nothing is caught under the door preventing it from closing completely. Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown. • Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset breaker. The appliance should be on a dedicated branch circuit.
  • Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance does not Kinked drain hose. drain water. • Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Drain located higher than 1 m above the floor. • Make sure that the drain hose is no higher than 1 m above the bottom of the appliance.
  • Page 49 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Staining Clothes were not properly sorted. • Always wash dark colours separately from light colours and whites to prevent discoloration. • Never wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled items. Wrinkling Appliance is not unloaded promptly. •...
  • Page 50 • Find the Wi-Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it, then not connected to the register your appliance on LG ThinQ. Wi-Fi network. Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on. • Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 51 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Your home appliance The router frequency is not 2.4 GHz. and smartphone are • Only a 2.4 GHz router frequency is supported. Set the wireless router to 2.4 not connected to the GHz and connect the appliance to the wireless router. To check the router Wi-Fi network.
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