LG WM2101H Serie Manual Del Propietário página 19

MAINTENANCE
■ Cleaning your washer
1. Exterior
Proper care of your washer can extend its life.
The outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm water and a neutral, non-abrasive
household detergent.
Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with a damp cloth.
Try not to damage the surface with sharp objects.
IMPORTANT: Do not use methylated spirit, solvents or similar products.
2. Interior
Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket and door glass. These areas should always be clean to
ensure a water-tight seal.
Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water.
Repeat process if necessary.
• Read these instructions carefully before beginning the TUB CLEAN cycle.
1. Open the door and remove any clothing in the wash drum.
2. Open the dispenser drawer.
3. Add liquid chlorine bleach or tub cleaner. Some powder or tablet tub cleaners which are manufactured for this
purpose can be used.
(NOTE : Do not add any laundry detergent or fabric softener to the drawer when using TUB CLEAN.)
- If using liquid chlorine bleach
Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment of the drawer. (NOTE : Do not exceed the maximum fill
line and do not pour undiluted liquid bleach directly into the wash drum.)
- If using powder cleaner
Remove the liquid detergent cup and add powder cleaner to the main wash compartment of the drawer.
- If using tablet cleaner
Add tablet cleaner to the wash drum directly. (NOTE : Do not add tablet cleaner to the drawer.)
4.Close the drawer and washer door.
5.Select TUB CLEAN and press START.
NOTE : It is recommended that TUB CLEAN should be repeated monthly. If mildew or musty smell already exists,
run TUB CLEAN for 3 consecutive weeks.After TUB CLEAN is complete or when the washer is not used,
leave the washer door open for better ventilation and drying inside of the washer.
NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as safe for washing machines.
■ Winterizing instructions
If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these
winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer:
1. Turn off water supply tap.
2. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
4. Add 1 gallon (3.8ℓ ℓ ) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash drum. Close door.
5. Set spin cycle and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out all the water.
Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
6. Unplug electrical power cord, dry drum interior, and close door.
7. Remove the two-compartment container from the Dispenser. Drain any water in compartments and dry the
compartments.
8. Store washer in an upright position.
9. To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent.
Do not add laundry.
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