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OWNER'S MANUAL
WASHING MACHINE
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
WT16*SBP / WT17*SBP / WT18*SBP / WT19*SBP
MFL68780967
Rev.03_031524
Copyright © 2019-2024 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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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 WT16*SBP / WT17*SBP / WT18*SBP / WT19*SBP www.lg.com MFL68780967 Rev.03_031524 Copyright © 2019-2024 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Wash Load ................16 Adding Detergents, Softeners and Bleaches..........18 Control Panel ....................20 Programme Table ....................22 Extra Options and Functions ................25 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application ..................28 Smart Diagnosis ....................28 MAINTENANCE Cleaning after Every Wash ................29 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............29 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. • Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. • 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 • Do not plug the appliance into multiple outlet sockets or an extension power cable. • Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the power outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
  • Page 6 • In case of a water leak from the appliance, 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 appliance in a different location.
  • Page 8: Caring For The Environment

    • You can take your appliance to any of the authorised centres for collection. If you want to know an updated list of countries that have this service, visit the page https:// www.lg.com/global/take-back-recycling-global-network- south-america.
  • Page 9: Installation Parts And Specifications

    *1 The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased. *2 This accessory is not included in the product, but you can purchase it from the LG service centre. Cold and Hot Water Inlet Hoses Drain Hose Anti-Rat Cover...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION Specifications WT16WSBP / WT17WSBP / WT18WSBP / WT18DSBP / T2518VSAS / Model WT19WSBP / WT19DSBP Power Supply 120 V~, 60 Hz Product Weight Approx. 44.5 kg Dimension(mm) D’ H’ 1020 1370...
  • Page 11: Installation Place Requirements

    INSTALLATION Installation Place • To prevent damage, do not remove the foam insert from the tub until the appliance is in Requirements the final location. Before installing the appliance, check the following information in order to install the appliance in a correct place.
  • Page 12: Connecting The Water Inlet Hoses

    WARNING serious malfunctioning. Contact your local • This appliance must only be used for domestic authorised LG repairer. household purposes and should not be used • The power plug must be plugged into an with movable home or house.
  • Page 13: Installing The Drain Hose

    INSTALLATION Connecting the Hose to the • The water supply hose supplied may vary from country to country. Make sure to connect the Appliance blue supply hose to the COLD water tap, and the orange supply hose to the HOT water tap. Screw the water inlet hose to the water inlet valve on the back of the appliance.
  • Page 14: Levelling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION • If the drain hose is too long, do not force the • Turn the adjustable feet clockwise to raise or drain hose further into the drain outlet. This will turn the adjustable feet counterclockwise to cause abnormal noise. lower the appliance.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION Insert the anti-rat cover to the assembling bracket from the back of the appliance. Insert the 2 screws into the holes to assemble the anti-rat cover to the appliance.
  • Page 16: Operation Operation Overview

    OPERATION OPERATION Operation Overview • If the START/PAUSE button is not pressed within a certain time, the appliance will shut off and all settings will be lost. Using the Appliance Before the first wash, select the Normal End of cycle. programme and add a half amount of detergent.
  • Page 17 OPERATION Checking the Fabric Care Label cause irreparable damage to both your appliance and clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your clothes and how it should be washed. Symbols on the Care Labels Symbol Wash / Fabric type •...
  • Page 18: Adding Detergents, Softeners And Bleaches

    OPERATION Adding Detergents, CAUTION Softeners and Bleaches • Using liquid detergent without diluting, or leaving laundry for a long time after pouring Detergent Dosage diluted liquid detergent into the drum might cause the clothes to be damaged, bleached, • Detergent should be selected according to fabric discoloured.
  • Page 19 OPERATION Adding Fabric Softeners bleach dispenser . Avoid splashing or overfilling. Add a fabric softener to the maximum fill line. • If the softener is concentrated, then it should be diluted. • Mix powdered bleach with water to a liquid consistency and pour it into the bleach •...
  • Page 20: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features POWER Button • Press this button to turn on or off the appliance. • The appliance automatically turns off once a certain time has passed after the wash has completed. START/PAUSE Button • Press this button to start or pause a wash cycle. •...
  • Page 21 OPERATION - The time shown is only an estimate. Several external factors (laundry size, room temperature, incoming water temperature, etc.) can affect the actual time. • : This icon turns on when the Child Lock function is selected to lock the controls. •...
  • Page 22: Programme Table

    OPERATION Programme Table Washing Programme Wash programmes are designed for the best wash performance for different types of clothes. • Press the Program button to select the desired programme. • When you select a wash programme, the light for the corresponding wash programme will turn on. Normal Description Use this programme to wash normal laundry.
  • Page 23 OPERATION Duvet Description Use this programme to wash a blanket or bedclothes that have the hand wash sign on the care label. • Cashmere bedclothes, acrylic blanket, mixed spinning blanket, woollen blanket, infilling (polyester 101), and bed sheets might be damaged if they are allowed to float.
  • Page 24 OPERATION Quick Wash Description Use this programme to wash lightly soiled clothes for a short time. • This programme's recommended laundry amount is under 3 kg. Extra Clean Description Use this programme to increase rinsing performance. • This programme is recommended for underwear and baby clothes. •...
  • Page 25: Extra Options And Functions

    OPERATION Extra Options and • If selecting the maximum number of rinses, then this option is deactivated. Functions NOTE You can use the extra options and functions on some programmes to customize the cycle. • This option is only available on some programmes.
  • Page 26 OPERATION Press and hold the Temp. and Rinse buttons NOTE simultaneously for 3 seconds to deactivate this • This function cannot be set for less than 3 hours. function. • To cancel this function, press Delay button • When this function is deactivated, a beeper repeatedly until the reservation is cancelled or will sound and the remaining time for the press the POWER button to turn off and on...
  • Page 27 OPERATION Manual Washing When you need a rinse and spin, spin only, rinse only or wash only cycle, these can be set manually. Rinse and Spin Spin only Rinse only Wash only Press the POWER button. Press the Rinse Press the Spin Press the Rinse Press the Wash button.
  • Page 28: Smart Functions

    Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis provided in the LG ThinQ application.
  • Page 29: 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 30 MAINTENANCE WARNING NOTE • For models without a lint filter, the lint is • Leave the door open to dry the drum interior but discharged when the water drains during only if it is safe and any children are supervised. washing.
  • Page 31 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Lint Filter Wash the filter. The filter is an important part for an efficient washing performance result, so take a special care. Clean the filter regularly. CAUTION • Clean the lint filter after at least 2 - 3 washes. •...
  • Page 32 MAINTENANCE Turn the cap on the rear of the appliance counter-clockwise and pull it out. Remove any foreign objects and fluff inside pump casing and from the filter. Insert the filter along the guide ribs inside the pump casing and turn the cap clockwise to refit the cap.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    You can remedy most of the problems by yourself, consequently save time and money, since you do not need to call LG Electronics service centre. The following table should assist you by troubleshooting.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Foreign objects, such as coins, pins, clips, etc.,are caught between the pulsator and the inner drum. FOREIGN OBJECTS ERROR • Turn off the appliance and then press the POWER button. Press the Spin button without selecting a cycle to drain and spin the laundry. When the spin is complete, remove the clothes and then find and remove any objects caught in the pulsator gap.
  • Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution A motor error has occurred. DRAIN MOTOR ERROR • Unplug the appliance and call for service. is not an error. This prevents children from changing cycles or operating the appliance. CHILD LOCK FUNCTION • Turn off the Child Lock function in the control panel. Noises Symptoms Possible Cause &...
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Appliance will not Water supply is turned off. operate. • Turn on the water supply tap completely. Controls are not set properly. • Make sure the cycle is correctly set. Close the door and press the START/ PAUSE button.
  • Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Water leaking Drain hose has come out of drain or is not inserted far enough. • Tie drain hose to supply hose or standpipe to prevent it from coming out during drain. For smaller drain pipes, insert the drain hose into the pipe as far as the drain hose flange.
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Possible Cause & Solution Poor stain removal Previously set stains. • Items that have previously been washed may have stains that have been set. These stains may be difficult to remove and may require hand washing or pretreating to aid in stain removal. Staining Bleach or softener dispensed too soon.
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