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For Authorized Service Technicians CONTENTS 1. impoRtant safety notice ........................... 4 2. specifications ................................5 3. featuRes and opeRation ............................ 6 4. paRts ....................................15 5. pRogRam guide ................................. 16 6. how to disassemble ............................17 7. tRoubleshooting methods .......................... 31 7-1.
For Authorized Service Technicians 1. IMPORTANT SAFTY NOTICE CAUTION DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY LINE BEFORE SERVICING RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE This service information is intended for individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair this appliance may result in personal injury and property damage.
For Authorized Service Technicians 2. SPECIFICATIONS ITEM SPECIFICATION Rated voltage / frequency ac 220~240v / 50hz installation built under place settings xd3*25u** (15 p/s) xd4*24u** (14 p/s) product dimension (mm) 600(w) x 567(d) x 815(h) xd3*25u** : 44kg product weight (kg) xd4*24u** : 42kg noble steel, platinum silver iii, door color...
Smart ThinQ™ Download the new LG smart phone app to set options, self-diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the appliance, and other useful features. Some of these functions use Wi-Fi or NFC (Near Field Communication) technology and require an NFC-equipped smart phone.
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For Authorized Service Technicians Control Panel - 7 -...
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For Authorized Service Technicians Control Panel Control Panel Features Power • Press Power button to turn power on and off. • After the cycle is complete, the power automatically turns off for purposes of safety and economy. • If there is a power surge, power outage, or disruption of any kind, power is automatically turned off for safety.
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For Authorized Service Technicians • To activate or deactivate the button sounds, press and hold Dual Zone and Energy Saver simultaneously for 3 seconds. The error alert sound cannot be turned off. Cancel • The drain pump activates and the cycle cancels. Once the appliance finishes draining, the power turns off.
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For Authorized Service Technicians limescale, and other dirt. Add citric acid or another lower spray arm. Place heavily soiled dishes like cleaning agent for more effective results. plates and bowls in the lower rack and lightly soiled dishes like cups and small plates in the upper rack •...
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For Authorized Service Technicians Delay Start • To activate or deactivate this feature, press and hold the Energy Saver button and the High This feature delays the start of a selected cycle. Temp button simultaneously for 3 seconds. Each time the Delay Start button is pressed, the •...
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For Authorized Service Technicians White (middle) The white lamp flashes when you select an option cycle or when a cycle has been paused. • The white lamp lights up when a cycle is running. Green (right) The green lamp lights up when a cycle is finished. When the door is opened, the lamp turns off.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 3-3. TEST MODE CHECK PROGRAM Times Load and Checking points Door BUTTON button is open/ Remark Display Load LED lighting pushed closed "nC" will be POwER A**/ displayed when NFC +AUTO 1 Time d**/U** Either or wifi Module is +START (Version) Failure.
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For Authorized Service Technicians function button method of operation start extra dry poweR 2 button press for 3 seconds washing motor on / off staRt press increse washing motor Rpm delay start press decrease washing motor Rpm extra dry press motor nozzle setting high temp...
For Authorized Service Technicians 4. PARTS AND SPECIFICATIONS NOTE • Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the appliance. Front View Interior View Control Panel & Door Handle Top Wash Impeller Front Cover Upper Spray Arm Levelling Feet Lower Spray Arm Power Cord...
For Authorized Service Technicians 6. HOW TO DISASSEMBLE befoRe disassembling the dishwasheR ; 1) Remove the plug from electric outlet to avoid electric shock. 2) close the water tap(faucet). 3) Remove all dishes and items in the dishwasher. 4) Remove the lower Rack and the upper Rack. 5) if necessary, remove the inlet hose and drain hose to avoid the hose damages.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 2-1. Front Cover ① Open the door. ② Remove 6 screws(Stainless) around front cover assembly. ③ C lose the door slowly and remove front cover downwards. 2-2. Control Panel Assembly ① Open the door. ② Remove 6 screws(stainless). ③...
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For Authorized Service Technicians 2-4. Door Liner Assembly dispenser assembly using dispenser service Jig ① close the door. ② disconnect electrical wire connectors from dispenser. ③ insert the two side pieces into the inside of the dispenser. ④ insert the bottom piece. ⑤...
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For Authorized Service Technicians 2-5. Door Spring Replacing door spring ① ② ① pull the Rope and spring. ② Remove the Rope from the Roller. ③ Remove the spring from the base. Roller spring rope ③ ④ 2-6. Door Liner Replacing door liner ①...
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For Authorized Service Technicians 3. Lower Frame ① Remove 1 screw for release lower front Overflow cover. Guide ② Remove 2 screw both sides. ③ P ress the holde hook to remove the Harness Holder. ④ Remove the Overflow Guide from the Lower Frame.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 4. Tub Assembly Removing Racks (3-Rack models) ① slide all racks forward to remove. ※ for this model only (xd3*25u**) - 22 -...
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For Authorized Service Technicians 2) Removing nozzle & water guide ① Remove the 2 screws on the lower nozzle. ② pull up the lower nozzle and remove. ③ Remove the screw on the water guide. ④ Remove the water guide from the tub bracket (top).
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For Authorized Service Technicians 4) Removing main pcb ① press the 2 hook and remove the main pcb by lifting. ② Remove the screw and take the pcb cover off. ③ disconnect the connector. ※ use care and move slowly when pulling pcb cover out the main pcb.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 6) Removing tub ① Remove softener cap and filter. ② Remove the 7 screws on the sump cover. ③ Remove the 2 screw the back of base. ④ Remove the Roller on the sides. ⑤ Remove the hinge supporter from base hook. ⑥...
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For Authorized Service Technicians 5. Sump Assembly 1) Removing drain motor. ① disconnect the connector. ② turn the drain motor clockwise and o-ring remove. ※ take care not to lose the gasket. ※ during turning, don't push housing. 2) Removing thermistor ①...
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For Authorized Service Technicians 4) Removing vario motor & cam ① Remove 2 screws for vario motor vario ② pull the vario motor/cam and micro motor switch. vario micro 5) Removing soil sensor switch ① Remove the wire connections. soil ②...
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For Authorized Service Technicians <Steam Model> 1. Sump Assembly 1) Removing Steam ball valve ① Remove 2 screws. ② Remove the Clamp. ③ Pull the Steam ball valve. 2) Removing Steam Nozzle Hose ① Remove the Front Cover. ② Remove the Duct. ③...
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For Authorized Service Technicians <Steam Model> 2. Door Liner Assembly 1) Steam nozzle ① Remove the 4 Screws. ② Pull the Steam nozzle and Bracket. - 29 -...
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For Authorized Service Technicians <Steam Model> 2) ) Removing Nozzle & Water Guides 3. Water guide Assembly ① Nozzle. ② Pull up the Lower Nozzle and remove. ③ Remove the screw and clip on the Water Guide 3-1 Remove the Lower Connector Clamp.
For Authorized Service Technicians 7. TROBLESHOOTING METHODS 7-1. tRoubleshooting accoRding to displayed eRRoR message possible cause eRRoR message Remedy foR eRRoR occuRRence 1) the water supply tap is closed. 1) open the water supply tap. INLET ERROR 2) wiring connection is ok? 2) check and reconnect the wire.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 1) the inlet valve is damaged. 1) Replace the inlet valve. EXCESS ERROR 2) the controller is damaged. 2) Replace the controller. 3) after Replace the pcb, still same 3) Replace the hole sensor. error code is displaying. displayed Condition water fills above normal...
For Authorized Service Technicians 7-2. TROUBLESHOOTING METHODS (Error Code) How to Check Water supply (LQC Mode) A. IE - Press ‘Power + Auto + Start’ - Press ‘Start’ 4 times. (Check supplying sound) - Press ‘Power’ (Turn off the dishwasher) - 33 -...
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For Authorized Service Technicians How to Check Drain Motor. (LQC Mode) B. OE - Press ‘Power + Auto + Start’ - Press ‘Start’ 3 times. (Check supplying sound) - Press ‘Power’ (Turn off the dishwasher) - 34 -...
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For Authorized Service Technicians A. No power Is the supplied Voltage 230V AC? (-15%,+15%) Check the Fuse Check the circuit breaker Voltage Instability Is the current rating Alternate with explanation of multi-outlet power Use 1 socket only (For dishwasher) strip enough? (Avoid connecting Several electric devices) Is the connector connected...
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For Authorized Service Technicians Is LED of main PCB on while the power Is on? Is the connector connected to PCB/Noise filter disconnected or disassembled? - 42 -...
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For Authorized Service Technicians B. Not Working (Power is on but Not working) The door is tightly Closed? Close the door tightly Check the latch assembly in tub. Control lack is activated? (Displayed ‘CL’) Cancel of the control lock function by press the ‘Half load’ and ‘Energy Saver’.
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For Authorized Service Technicians C. Poor wash After washing, are there white Check the hard water condition deposits on the dishes or Softener assembly Inner tub? Use the rinse aid (Adjust the rinse revel) - Hard water Use the wash booster - Cloudy glasses - White scale 1.
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For Authorized Service Technicians * How to remove the white film from dishes or tub This can be cleaned easily with white vinegar (or citric acid). - Place about 1 cup (200ml ~ 300ml) of white vinegar into the Upper rack (Don’t pour the vinegar to the bottom area) - Load your dishwasher up with the dishes that have a white film on them.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 4. Check the vario of upper spray arm (Upper nozzle) Debris of glass is stuck on upper spray arm Can’t change the direction rotate 5. Arrange the dishes on the rack Debris of glass is stuck on upper spray arm Can’t change the direction rotate Use the dishes for Discolored Dish...
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For Authorized Service Technicians Drying result is not satisfactory. After washing, are there Reduce the amount of Rinse aid. any streaks on the dishes or inner tub? After washing, are there Increase the amount of Rinse aid. water drops on the dishes or inner tub? Is the drying result of cups &...
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For Authorized Service Technicians The Wash Pump/Motor does not run. • close the Door tightly. The Door is tightly closed? • Check the Door Switch On the tub. • Re-connect the wiring connections related to the The Wiring connections Washing Motor. are OK? •...
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For Authorized Service Technicians Power Button not automatically off after operation. Make sure the button is not blocked by foreign materials. Check the Power Switch.(Replace it, if necessary.) Check the Controller.(Replace it, if necessary.) - 28 - - 28 - - 49 -...
For Authorized Service Technicians 8. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preparing Cabinet Opening NOTE Choosing the Proper Location • This installation must be conducted by qualified service personnel to ensure it has been installed correctly. • Do not pull or lift the appliance using the handle; dosing so can damage the door and hinges.
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For Authorized Service Technicians Levelling the Appliance Clean and dry the underside of the counter top on which the tape will be attached. Checking the Level Levelling the appliance prevents unnecessary leakage and poor washing. Check whether the appliance is perfectly level after installation. •...
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For Authorized Service Technicians Adjusting Back Levelling Feet Check the opening of door and repeat if necessary until the door opens and closes • Use a phillips screwdriver to adjust the rear properly. levelling foot and the rear of the tub using the centre screw at the base of the appliance in the front.
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For Authorized Service Technicians Attaching a Custom Kick Plate NOTE Adjust the position of the installation brackets • Please ensure that the height levelling of the by bending the metal tab. dishwasher is done by adjusting the feet before installing the side cabinet securing screws. Attaching the Lower Cover Adjust the position of the installation brackets by bending the metal tab.
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For Authorized Service Technicians Installing the Drain Hose Case 3 The custom Kick Plate is connected, and the dishwasher is in the middle of the kitchen If the end of the drain hose does not fit to the drain cabinet. (Using the brackets is not required.) line, use a drain extension kit (optional) that is resistant to heat and detergent.
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For Authorized Service Technicians Preparing Water and Method 1 Electrical Connections When the drain hose is connected to a waste spigot, the hose must be looped up to the underside of the bench top and secured. Connecting the Hose to the Water Tap Connect the water supply hose to the water tap.
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For Authorized Service Technicians Final Installation Check • Use sealant tape or sealing compound on the tap’s thread to avoid water leaks. Testing the Dishwasher • Make sure that the line is not kinked or sharply bent. Turn on electrical power. NOTE Turn on house water supply.
For Authorized Service Technicians When reassembling the Noise filter, be careful that the Harness is secured to the Noise filter side hook before being Hook assembled. Harness - 75 -...
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For Authorized Service Technicians 1. Remove defective dispenser 1) Disconnect the electrical wire Disconnect Disconnect electrical wire Release the hook of solenoid connector then pull down on the connector connectors from dispenser Be careful not to damage the wires. 2) Insert the 3 pieces jig into the doorliner Separate jig into 3 pieces by cutting tabs.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 2. Assemble the new dispenser. 1) Prepare the new dispenser and support jig [New dispenser upport jig] 2) Check the flanges of doorliner Verify the status of the flanges on the inner door. • Ensure the flanges and doorliner are in good condition to minimize the risk of leaks once the new dispenser is installed 3) Assemble the dispenser Place the support jig and insert...
For Authorized Service Technicians 12. Etc. [Funnel All models 1. Funnel For effective washing performance, adjust the setting corresponding to the hardness level of water used in water supply. The water softener has 5 adjustment levels. You can insert salt to regenerating salt container by funnel. Once you have filled with appliance salt you must run the Rinse cycle immediately to remove the salt and the salt water around the inner tub in order to prevent corrosion Funnel...
For Authorized Service Technicians For effective washing performance, adjust the setting corresponding to the hardness level of water used in water supply. The water softener has 5 adjustment levels, and the appliance is programmed at the factory for a water hardness level of H0. You can check the default setting value and adjust it in the following steps 1.
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For Authorized Service Technicians 3. Setting the water softening system 1. Press ‘Power’ and ‘Half Load’ button simultaneously. Current setting value indicated. 2. Press the ‘Delay Start’ button, and then set up the intended value. Scope of setting value is H0 to H4. 3.
For Authorized Service Technicians The vario system can separate spray nozzle position. (Top impeller / Upper spray arm / Lower spray arm / Top & Lower spray arm / All) Also, Vario system help to efficiency washing performance by adjust spray arm position. 1.