Maintenance, Warning, Care – LG WM2655HVA Manuel d'utilisation

Page 28: Care after wash, Care in cold climates

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MAINTENANCE

Care

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

y Unplug 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.

y Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or

solvents to clean the washer. They will damage the finish.

y Do 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.

Care in cold climates

Storing the washing machine for an extended period of time

Follow the instructions for storing the washing machine
if you do not use it for an extended period of time in cold
climates below freezing point.

1

Turn off the faucets connected with the water lines.

2

Unscrew the water lines from back of the washer.

3

Empty any water out of the water lines.

4

Press

A

.

5

Open the door and add 1 gallon (3.8 L) of nontoxic

recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to the empty washer
tub. Close the door.

6

Press

for draining and spinning.

7

Press

C

.

- Drain the water from the washing machine for 1 minute.

Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.

MAINTENANCE

8

Press

A

to turn off the washing machine and pull out

the power plug.

9

Dry the tub 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

y To 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.

When the water line is frozen

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

A

.

7

Turn

B

to

RINSE + SPIN.

8

Press

C

.

- Verify the water fills properly.

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