LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine User Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

⚠️This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk.

⚠️WARNING
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause serious injury or death.

⚠️CAUTION
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage to the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

⚠️WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Children in the Household
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Installation
•Never attempt to operate the appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
•This appliance should only be installed and transported by two or more people holding the appliance securely.
•Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, or rain or temperatures below freezing.
•Tighten the drain hose to avoid separation.
•If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the socket outlet is loose, do not use the power cord and contact an authorized
service centre.
•This appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the appliance, in such a way that a full opening of the appliance door is restricted.
•This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
•This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate socket outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
•Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
•Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Operation
•Do not use a sharp object like drill or pin to press or separate an operation unit.
•Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance. All repairs and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only authorized factory parts.
•Use new hose or hose-set supplied with the appliance. Reusing old hoses can cause a water leak and subsequent property damage.
•Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving.
•Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
•Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.
•Do not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the door or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.
•Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the drum has completely stopped.
•Do not put in, wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, drycleaning solvents, kerosene, vegetable oil, cooking oil, etc.). Improper use can cause fire or explosion.
•In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG Electronics customer information centre.
•Do not push down the drawer excessively, when the appliance drawer is open.
•Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.
•Do not use flammable gas and combustible substances (benzene, gasoline, thinner, petroleum, alcohol, etc.) near the appliance.
•If the drain hose or inlet hose is frozen during winter, use it only after thawing.
•Keep all washing detergents, softener and bleach away from children.
•Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands.
•When pulling out the power plug from an outlet, hold the power plug, not the cable.
•Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.
•If there is a gas leakage (isobutane, propane, natural gas, etc.), do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately.
•Do not operate Mini Washer with two or more Mini Washers stacked.
•To avoid breaking the door glass, do not push too hard on the door when closing.
•Do not step on Mini Washer.
•Do not wash rugs, mats, shoes or pet blankets, or any other items other than clothes or sheets, in this machine.
•This appliance must only be used for domestic household purposes and should not be used in mobile applications.
•Do not open or close the door by foot.

Maintenance
•Securely plug the power plug in the socket outlet after completely removing any moisture and dust.
•Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the appliance.
•Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the socket outlet.
•Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it.

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.
•Remove the door before disposing of or discarding this appliance to avoid the danger of children or small animals getting trapped inside.

Disposal of Your Old Appliance (as per e-waste rules)

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - disposal• When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is depicted on the product and its operator’s manual, it means the product is covered by the e-waste Management and Handling Rules , 2011 and are meant to be recycled, dismantled, refurbished or disposed off.
• Dos:
a. The product is required to be handed over only to the authorized recycler for disposal.
b. Keep the product in isolated area, after it becomes non-functional/unrepairable so as to prevent its accidental breakage.
Don’t:
a. The product should not be opened by the user himself/herself, but only by authorized service personnel.
b. The product is not meant for re-sale to any unauthorized agencies/scrap dealer/kabariwalah.
c. The product is not meant for mixing into household waste stream.
d. Do not keep any replaced spare part(s) from the product in exposed area.
• Any disposal through unauthorized agencies/person will attract action under  Environment (Protection) Act 1986.
• This product is complied with the requirement of Hazardous Substances as specified under Rule 13 (1) & (2) of the E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011.
• To locate a nearest collection centre or call for pick-up (limited area only) for disposal of this appliance, please contact Toll Free No. 1800-315-9999 / 1800-180-9999 for details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information , please visit : http://www.lg.com/in

INSTALLATION

Parts

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - INSTALLATION Parts

Accessories

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Accessories

* Type A : long sheet metal screw, Type B : short sheet metal screw, Type C : machine screw

NOTE
• Different accessories may apply to each model.
• Depending on the installation environment, you may have to purchase a separate drain hose connector.
• In addition to the screws required for installation, extra screws have been provided.

Specifications

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Specifications

• Appearance and specifications may change without notice to improve the quality of the product.

Installation Place Requirements
Location

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - space for installation

*125 cm: minimum space for installation

Level floor : Allowable slope under the entire appliance is 1°.
Power outlet : Must be within 1.5 meters of either side of the location of the appliance.
• Do not overload the outlet with more than one appliance.
Additional Clearance : 5 cm at the sides and 10 cm behind the unit.
• Do not place or store laundry products on top of the appliance at any time. These products may damage the finish or controls.

⚠️WARNING
• The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

Positioning
• Install the appliance on a flat hard floor.
• Make sure that air circulation around the appliance is not impeded by carpets, rugs, etc.
• Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor with pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the appliance.
• If it is impossible to avoid positioning the appliance next to a gas cooker or coal burning stove, an insulation (85×60 cm) covered with
aluminum foil on the side facing the cooker or stove must be inserted between the two appliances.
• Do not install the appliance in rooms where freezing temperatures may occur. Frozen hoses may burst under pressure. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
• Ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessible for an engineer in the event of a breakdown.
• With the appliance installed, adjust all four feet using a transit bolt spanner to ensure the appliance is stable, and a clearance of
approximately 5 mm is left between the top of the appliance and the underside of any work-top.
• If the appliance is delivered in winter and temperatures are below freezing, place the appliance at room temperature for a few hours
before putting it into operation.
• Do not use a drip pan as it can block the drawer. Using the drip pan may result in increased vibration and noise during operation.

WARNING
• This appliance is not designed for maritime use or for use in mobile installations such as caravans, aircraft etc.

Electrical Connection
• Do not use an extension cord or double adapter.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use.
• Connect the appliance to an earthed socket in accordance with current wiring regulations.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible.
• Repairs to the appliance must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local service centre.

Stacking Mini Washer

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Stacking Mini Washer

• The LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - error icon error message appears on the display, if the stacking holder is not attached to the bottom of the Main Washer.

1 Tilt and hold Main Washer.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Tilt and hold Main Washer

2 Assemble the bracket (front) and stacking holder at the bottom of Main Washer.

NOTE
• The stacking holder and screws needed for assembly are enclosed in the Main Washer, which can be stacked with the Mini Washer.
• If the Main Washer already has a stacking holder, do not install the stacking holder provided with the Mini Washer.
• If the brackets (front) is assembled in the Main Washer, or there is stacking feature on the base of Main Washer, do not install the brackets (front) provided with the Mini Washer.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - assembled in the Main Washer

Type 1. The bottom part of the Main Washer is silver in color.
• First assemble the stacking holder using 2 type A screws included in the accessory box of the Mini Washer, then each bracket using 7 type A screws included in the accessory box of the Mini Washer.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - bottom part of the Main

Type 2. The bottom part of the Main Washer is white in color.
• First assemble the stacking holder using 2 type C screws included in the accessory box of the Man Washer, then each bracket using 8 type D screws included in the accessory box of the Mini Washer.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - assemble the stacking holder

3 Pull and save the foam block for future use.
• If the washing machine must be moved in the future, the foam block will help prevent damage to the washing machine during transportation.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Pull and save the foam block

NOTE
• To prevent damage, do not remove the foam block until Mini Washer is at the final location.

4 Turn the top cover about 180 degrees.Cover the upper hole with the top cover and install 4 type B screws to fix it in place.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Turn the top cover about 180 degrees

5 Attach the two back brackets on the rear top of the Mini Washer by inserting 4 type A screws in each bracket.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Attach the two back brackets on the rear

6 Place Main Washer on top of Mini Washer.
• Make sure the 4 legs are totally locked and the holes of Mini Washer align with the holes of Main Washer.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Place Main Washer on top of Mini Washer

7 Securely attach the two appliances at the corners using screws.
• First, insert screws on each side. Then insert screws on the front and back side.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - attach the two appliances at the corners using screws

Type 1. Brackets (front) are installed in the Main Washer.
Tighten 2 type C screws to assemble the stacking holder and 12 type A screws on the other sides.
Type 2. There is stacking feature on the base of Main Washer
Tighten 4 type A screw on the back side and 10 type C screws on the other sides.

NOTE
• It can be difficult to assemble if it is not assembled in the proper order.

8 Turn the feet of Main Washer slightly until it is snugged up against Mini Washer. Loosen the adjustable feet by turning them clockwise for a half turn with a spanner. Then tighten the four lock nuts. All lock nuts must be tightened.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Turn the feet of Main Washer slightly

NOTE
• Mini Washer will not work as a standalone unit.

Connecting the Supply Hose
• Water supply pressure must be between 0.1 MPa and 0.8 MPa (1.0‒8.0 kgf/cm2 ).
• Do not overtighten the water supply hose.
• If the water supply pressure is more than 0.8 MPa, a decompression device should be installed.
• Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary.
• Contact the service centre if there is no rubber seal.

Checking the Rubber Seal on the Supply Hose

Two rubber seals are supplied with the water supply hoses. They are used for preventing water leaks. Make sure the connection to taps is sufficiently tight.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Checking the Rubber Seal on the Supply Hose

Connecting Hose to Water Tap

Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap  with Thread
Screw the hose connector onto the water supply tap.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Connecting Hose to Water Tap

Connecting Screw-Type Hose to Tap Without Thread

1 Loose the four fixing screws.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Loose the four fixing screws

2 Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Remove the guide plate

3 Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the four fixing screws.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Tighten the four fixing screws

4 Push the supply hose vertically upwards so that the rubber seal within the hose can adhere completely to the tap and then tighten it by screwing it to the right.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Push the supply hose

Connecting One Touch Type Hose to Tap Without Thread
1 Unscrew the adapter ring plate and loose the four fixing screws.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Unscrew the adapter ring plate and loose

2 Remove the guide plate if the tap is too large to fit the adapter.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Remove the guide plate

3 Push the adapter onto the end of the tap so that the rubber seal forms a watertight connection. Tighten the four fixing screws and the adapter ring plate.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - adapter ring plate

4 Pull the connector latch plate down, push the supply hose onto the adapter, and release the connector latch plate. Make sure the adapter locks into place.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Pull the connector latch plate down

NOTE
• After connecting the supply hose to the water tap, turn on the water tap to flush out foreign substances (dirt, sand, sawdust, and etc.) in the water lines. Let the water drain into a bucket, and check the water temperature.

Connecting Hose to Two Washing Machines

1 Connect the water supply hose connector to the water supply hose of Main Washer. Open the accessory package for Mini Washer installation.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Water supply hose connector

2 Connect the water supply hose of Mini Washer to the water supply hose connector.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Connect the water supply hose of Mini Washer

3 Connect the additionally provided water supply hose of Main Washer to the water supply hose connector and water tap.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Connect the additionally provided water supply hose

NOTE
• Make sure the water supply hose is not kinked or pinched.

Installing the Drain Hose

• The drain hose should not be placed higher than 100 cm above the floor. Water in the appliance may not drain or may drain slowly.

1 Insert the band clamp onto the drain hose elbow.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Band clamp

2 With the hose leading up from the elbow, insert the elbow onto the drain outlet on the back of Mini Washer.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - hose leading up from the elbow

3 Adjust the band clamp with pliers to keep the hose securely in place and prevent leaking.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Adjust the band clamp with pliers

Using the Drain Hose Connector
1 Connect the drain hose of Main Washer and Mini Washer to the drain connector.
2 Attach each drain hose to the double drain hose connector and tie them with the band clamps.
3 Insert the drain hose connector into the drain pipe/hole.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Using the Drain Hose Connector

⚠️CAUTION
• Make sure the drain hose is not kinked or pinched. This is a potential cause of drainage problems or noise.

NOTE
• Depending on the installation environment, you may have to purchase a separate drain hose connector.

Leveling the Appliance

If the floor is uneven, turn the adjustable feet as required (Do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet). Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor and then check that the appliance is perfectly level (Use a spirit level).
• Once the appliance is level, tighten the lock nuts up towards the base of the appliance. All lock nuts must be tightened.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Tighten all 4 lock nuts securely

Diagonal Check
• When pushing down the edges of the top plate diagonally, the appliance should not move up and down at all (check both directions). If the appliance rocks when pushing the machine top plate diagonally, adjust the feet again.

⚠️WARNING
• When stacking Main Washer on Mini Washer, use the leveling feet on Mini Washer to level both. Main Washer´s leveling feet should be minimized and the locknuts turned counterclockwise to secure them.

NOTE
• Timber or suspended type flooring may contribute to excessive vibration and unbalance.
• If Mini Washer is installed on a raised platform, it must be securely fastened in order to eliminate the risk of falling off.

Using Anti-Slip Sheets (Optional)
If you install the appliance on a slippery surface, it may move because of excessive vibration. Incorrect leveling may cause malfunction through noise and vibration. If this occurs, install the anti-slip sheets under the leveling feet and adjust the level.

1 Clean the floor to attach the anti-slip sheets.
• Use a dry rag to remove and clean foreign objects and moisture. If moisture remains, the anti-slip sheets may slip.

2 Adjust the level after placing the appliance in the installation area.

3 Place the adhesive side of the anti-slip sheets on the floor.
• It is most effective to install the anti-slip sheets under the front feet. If it is difficult to place the pads under the front feet, place them under the back feet.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - adhesive side of the anti-slip

4 Ensure the appliance is level.
• Push or rock the top edges of the appliance gently to make sure that the appliance does not rock. If the appliance rocks, level the appliance again.

NOTE
• You can obtain anti-slip sheets from the LG Service Centre.

OPERATION

Using the Appliance

1 Sort laundry and load items.
• Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, colour and load size as needed. Open the door and load items into the washing machine.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Sort laundry and load items

2 Add cleaning products.
• Add the proper amount of detergent with the detergent measuring cup to the washing drum evenly.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Add cleaning products

3 Closing the door and drawer.

4 Turn on the washing machine.
• Press the Power button to turn on the washing machine.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Turn on the washing machine

5 Choose the desired washing cycle.
• Press the cycle button repeatedly until the desired cycle is selected.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Choose the desired washing cycle

6 Begin cycle.
• Press the Start/Pause button to begin the cycle. The washing machine will agitate briefly without water to measure the weight of the load. If the Start/Pause button is not pressed within 15 minutes, the washing machine will shut off and all settings will be lost.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Start or Pause button

7 Add softener.
• When the machine chimes for about 20 seconds, add the softener and press Start/Pause to restart the cycle.

8 End of cycle.
• When the cycle is finished, a melody will sound. Immediately remove your clothing from the washing machine to remove wrinkling and odors.
• After washing is complete, wipe off the washing machine door, gasket and inside the washing drum with a dry towel for clean washing.

Sorting Laundry

1 Look for a care label on your clothes.
• This will tell you about the fabric content of your garment and how it should be washed.
• Symbols on the care labels.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Symbols on the care labels

2 Sorting laundry.
• To get the best results, sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle.
• Different fabrics need to be washed at varying temperatures and spin speeds.
• Wash two or more towels or knits together. If washed separately, laundry which absorbs a lot of water may not be washed well or abnormal spin-drying may occur due to leaning.
• Always sort dark colours from pale colours and whites. Wash separately as dye and lint transfer can occur causing discolouration of white and pale garments. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled ones.

−Soil (Heavy, Normal, Light) :Separate clothes according to amount of soil.
− Colour (White, Lights, Darks):Separate white fabrics from coloured fabrics.
− Lint (Lint producers, Collectors):Wash lint producers and lint collectors separately.

3 Caring before loading.
• Do not wash ‘memory wire’ on female inner wear (such as a brassiere) as it may damage other clothes or the washing machine and create noise.
• Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Items such as nails, hair clips, matches, pens, coins and keys can damage both your washing machine and your clothes.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Caring before loading

• Close zippers, hooks and strings to make sure that these items don’t snag on other clothes.
• Pre-treat dirt and stains by brushing a small amount of detergent dissolved water onto stains to help lift dirt.
• If an item of clothing has a long lace attached to it, arrange the lace so it cannot be tangled or put it into a washing net.
• Remove the insides of cushions, pillows, or sitting mats and only wash the cover. The insides may protrude, damaging other laundry. Plastic parts may generate abnormal vibrations.

⚠️CAUTION
• Divide laundry in large volume for washing so that the laundry can be submerged under water completely. If laundry expands during washing, it may cause damage to the laundry and parts during washing or spin.

Closing the Door and Drawer

1 Push the washing machine door until it clicks.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Door and Drawer

2 Push the drawer completely closed.

⚠️CAUTION
• Do not let your hands get stuck between the door and the washing machine, as this can cause injury.
• Forcing the drawer or the door to open can cause part damages and safety problems.
• Closing the drawer before having closed the door completely may scratch the door glass.
• Ensure the drawer is pulled out completely to prevent the door from contacting the front load washing machine.

NOTE
• Door lock may fail if there is too much laundry in the machine or if the door is not completely closed.
• If the product is operating or the drawer lock LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - key , indicator is displayed, the door cannot open. To open the door, press the Start/Pause button to stop the product, and when drawer lock LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - key, indicator disappears, open the door. Do not force the drawer and door open.
• If LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - display or a warning sign appears on the display, close the drawer and the door completely. After doing so, press the Start/Pause button.
• If the drawer cannot be opened completely, pull the drawer forward with a little force using both hands.
• If power failure occurs during product operation, the door cannot be opened. Provide the power again or contact the LG service centre.
• If the door cannot open due to high temperature, carry out rinsing with cold water using the Rinse+Spin programme or wait a while before opening the door.

Adding Cleaning Products

Detergent Dosage

• Detergent should be used according to the instruction of the detergent manufacturer and selected according to type, colour, soiling of the fabric and washing temperature.
• If too much detergent is used, too many suds can occur and this will result in poor washing results or cause heavy load to the motor.
• If you wish to use liquid detergent follow the guidelines provided by the detergent manufacturer.
• If too many suds occur, reduce the detergent amount.
• Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load. For best results, avoid oversudsing.
• Refer to the label of the clothes, before choosing the detergent and water temperature.
• When using the washing machine, use designated detergent for each type of clothing only:
− General powdered detergents for all types of fabric
−Powdered detergents for delicate fabric
− Liquid detergents for all types of fabric or designated detergents only for wool
• For better washing performance and whitening, use detergent with the general powdered bleach.

Adding Detergent

Measure the detergent with the detergent dispenser and pour it into the tub.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Adding Detergent

• Use the provided detergent measuring cup to add only one cup of detergent.
• Reduce the amount of detergent for lightly soiled laundry. If you use too much detergent, excessive bubbles will remain after rinsing.

Adding Softeners

Adding Fabric Softener
CASE 1. When the machine chimes:
1 Press Start/Pause to pause the cycle.
• It can be paused by pressing the Start/Pause button of the Mini Washer or by using the remote control.
2 Slide open the drawer, open the door, and add the liquid fabric softener.
3 Close the door, slide the drawer closed, and press Start/Pause to restart the cycle.

NOTE
• To disable or enable the fabric softener alert, press and hold the Rinse+ button for three seconds.
• The fabric softener can be added within 30 seconds after the signal sounded.

CASE 2. If you miss the softener add point:

1 Press the Power button to interrupt the cycle.

2 Slide open the drawer, open the door, and add the liquid fabric softener.

3 Close the door, Slide the drawer, and select the Rinse+Spin programme.

4 Press the Start/Pause to restart the cycle.

NOTE
• Do not pour fabric softener directly on the clothes.
• The softener can also be diluted with water and added directly into the drum. Do not pour undiluted softener directly onto clothing because it may stain fabrics.

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.
• Dispense according to the amount specified on the packaging. First add detergent and then the water softener.

⚠️CAUTION
• Do not directly put bleach to the laundry. This may cause partial discoloration and severe damage to the laundry.
• Do not use chlorine bleach or acidic cleaner when washing the laundry, as it can cause damage to clothes such as discoloration and decoloration of laundry.

Control Panel

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Control Panel

1 Power Button
• Press the Power button to turn the washing machine on.

2 Display
• The display shows the cycle status and estimated time remaining.
• : Drawer lock indicator
• : Wi-Fi connect indicator
• : Remote start indicator

3 Programme Button
• Programmes are available according to laundry type.
• In order to use the Download Cycle function, refer to SMART FUNCTIONS.

4 Start/Pause Button
• This Start/Pause button is used to start the wash cycle or pause the wash cycle.
• If a temporary stop of the wash cycle is needed, press the Start/Pause button.

NOTE
• If you do not press the Start/Pause button within 15 minutes of selecting a programme, the washing machine automatically turns off and all cycle settings are lost.

5 Options
• Use these buttons to select the desired options for the selected programme.
• The setting lights above the buttons illuminate to show the current selection.

Programme Table

Washing Programme

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Programme Table

Option Programme

Spin Only
Use this option to spin-dry.

Tub Clean
Use this option to keep the drum clean. For information on using Tub Clean, see the Cleaning the Washing Machine section.

Rinse+
Use this option to increase the number of rinsing programmes.

1 Press the Power button.

2 Select a washing programme.

3 Press the Rinse+ button.
• When you press the Rinse+ button, the number of rinsing cycles (1 – 5) to be added will be displayed.

4 Press the Start/Pause button.

Child Lock
Use this option to disable the controls. This feature can prevent children from changing cycles or operating the appliance.

Locking the Control Panel

1 Press and hold the Tub Clean and Rinse+ button at the same time for three seconds.

2 LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - displaywill appear on the display. When the Child Lock is set, all buttons are locked except the Power button.

NOTE
• Turning off the power or completing all cycles will not reset the child lock function. You must deactivate child lock before you can access any other functions.

Unlocking the Control Panel
Press and hold the Tub Clean and Rinse+ button at the same time for three seconds.
• To change the cycle or option, press the Start/Pause button to stop operation, and then choose the cycle or option which you wish to change.

SMART FUNCTIONS

Using SmartThinQ Application

Installing SmartThinQ
Search for the LG SmartThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download and install the application.

Wi-Fi Function
• For appliances with the LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Wi-Fi Function logo.

Washer Cycle (Remote Start, Download Cycle)
Set or download any preferred cycle and operate by remote control.

Tub Clean Coach
This function shows how many cycles remain before It is time to run the Tub Clean cycle.

Energy Monitoring
Check the energy consupmtion of the recently used cycles and monthly average.

Smart Diagnosis™
This function provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance based on the pattern of use.

Settings
Various functions are available.

Push Alert
Turn on the Push Alerts to receive appliance status notifications. The notifications are triggered even if the LG SmartThinQ application is off.

NOTE
• To verify the Wi-Fi connection, check that Wi-Fi LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - wifi logo icon on the control panel is lit.
• LG SmartThinQ is not responsible for any network connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.
• The machine supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks only.
• If the security protocol of the router is set to WEP, you may fail to set up the network. Please change it to other security protocols (WPA2 is recommended) and register the product again.
• Router SSID, please use only letters, numbers. Other characters may not be supported.
• If the appliance is having trouble connecting to the Wi-Fi network, it may be too far from the router. Purchase a Wi-Fi repeater (range extender) to improve the Wi-Fi signal strength.
• The Wi-Fi connection may not connect or may be interrupted because of the home network environment.
• The network connection may not work properly depending on the internet service provider.
• The surrounding wireless environment can make the wireless network service run slowly.
• The application is subject to change for appliance improvement purposes without notice to users.
• Functions may vary by model.

Using Washer Cycle

Remote Start
Use a smart phone to control your appliance remotely. You can also monitor your cycle operation so you know how much time is left in the cycle.

To Use Remote Start:

1 Press the Power button.

2 Put the laundry in drum.

3 Press and hold Remote Start button for 3 seconds to enable Remote Start function.

4 Start a cycle from the LG SmartThinQ application on your smart phone.

NOTE
• Once the Remote Start mode is enabled, you can start a cycle from the LG SmartThinQ smartphone application. If the cycle is not started, the machine will wait to start the cycle until it is turned off remotely from the application or the Remote Start mode is disabled.
• When Remote Start is turned on, the door is automatically locked.

To Disable Remote Start:
When the Remote Start is activated, press and hold Remote Start button for 3 seconds.

Download Cycle
Download new and special cycles that are not included in the basic cycles on the appliance.
Appliances that have been successfully registered can download a variety of specialty cycles specific to the appliance.
Only one cycle can be stored on the appliance at a time.
Once cycle download is completed in the appliance, the product keeps the downloaded cycle until a new cycle is downloaded.

Open Source Software Notice Information
To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.
In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the date on which you purchased the product.

Smart Diagnosis™ Using a Smart Phone
• For appliances with the LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - phone logo logo
Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information centre when the appliance malfunctions or fails.

Smart Diagnosis™ can not be activated unless the appliance is connected to power. If the appliance is unable to turn on, then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis™.

Using Smart Diagnosis™

Smart Diagnosis™ Through the Customer Information Centre

Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information center when the appliance malfunctions or fails. Use this function only to contact the service representative, not during normal operation.

1 Press the Power button after opening the drawer on Mini Washer.
2 When instructed to do so by the call centre, place the mouthpiece of your phone close to the Smart Diagnosis™ icon.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - mouthpiece of your phone

3 Press and hold the Tub Clean button for three seconds, while holding the phone mouthpiece to the icon or Power button.

4 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished. Time remaining for data transfer is displayed.
• For best results, do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted.
• If the call centre agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data, you may be asked to try again.

5 Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped, resume your conversation with the call centre agent, who will then be able to assist you using the information transmitted for analysis.

NOTE
• The Smart Diagnosis™ function depends on the local call quality.
• The communication performance will improve and you can receive better service if you use the home phone.
• If the Smart Diagnosis™ data transfer is poor due to poor call quality, you may not receive the best Smart Diagnosis™ service.

MAINTENANCE

⚠️WARNING
• Unplug the washing machine 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 washing machine. They may damage the finish.

Cleaning the Washing Machine

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 drum interior.
• Wipe the body of the washing machine with a dry cloth to remove any moisture.

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Cleaning the Exterior
Proper care of your washing machine can extend its life.

Door:
• Wash with a damp cloth on the outside and inside and then dry with a soft cloth.

Exterior:
• Immediately wipe off any spills.
• Wipe with a damp cloth.
• Do not press the surface or the display with sharp objects.

Cleaning the Interior
• Use a towel or soft cloth to wipe around the washing machine door opening and door glass.
• Always remove items from the washing machine as soon as the cycle is complete. Leaving damp items in the washing machine can cause wrinkling, colour transfer, and odour.
• Run the Tub Clean programme once a month (or more often if needed) to remove detergent buildup and other residue.

Cleaning the Drum

Use the Tub Clean option to keep the drum clean.
1 Press the Power button.
2 Dilute 200 ml liquid chlorine bleach in 1 ℓ of water and pour the mixture in the drum.
3 Press the Tub Clean button.
4 Press the Start/Pause button.

⚠️CAUTION
• If there is a child, be careful not to leave the door open for too long.

Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter

• Turn off the stopclock if the washing machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.
LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - dispaly icon may blink on the display when the water pressure is weak or an inlet filter is clogged with dirt. Clean the inlet filter.
• The inlet filter screens could be plugged by hard water scale, sediment in the water supply, or other debris.

1 Turn off the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - water inlet hose

2 Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - hard bristle brush

Cleaning the Lint Filter

The filter is an important part for efficient washing performance result, so it needs special care from you. It is recommended that the filter be cleaned regularly.

1 Pull the cap of the lint filter.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - cap of the lint filter

2 Open the cap and remove lint and then wash out.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - cap and remove lint

3 Insert the lower part of the filter into the drum and close the cap until you hear a click sound.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - Insert the lower part of the filter

NOTE
• When the lint filter is damaged, contact LG service centre.
• Do not operate the washing machine without the lint filter.
• Do not place the lint filter loosely. Doing so may damage the fabrics or the washing machine.

Caution on Freezing During Winter

• When frozen, the product does not operate normally. Make sure to install the product where it will not freeze during winter.
• In case the product must be installed outside on a porch or in other outdoor conditions, make sure to check the following.

How to Keep the Product from Freezing
• After closing the tap, disconnect the cold supply hose from the tap, and remove water while keeping the hose facing downwards.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - disconnect the cold supply hose

How to Handle Freezing

Step 1. When the Door is Frozen
• Thaw out the door using a hot water cloth.

Step 2. When the Water Supply Hose is Frozen
LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - dispalyicon may blink on the display when water supply problems occur, take the following measures.
− Take out water supply hose and connect to the tap and check that water comes from the tap and supply hose.
− Turn off the tap, and thaw out the tap and both connection areas of supply hose of the product using a hot water cloth.
− Take out supply hose and immerse in warm water below 50–60 °C.

LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - supply hose and immerse in warm water

Step 3. When the Drain Pump is Frozen
LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - display icon may blink on the display when drain pump problems occur, take the following measures.
1 Pour 15 ℓ warm water below 50–60 °C in the drum until washing machine wing nuts are immersed and wait for an hour.
2 Press the Power button and then run the Baby Care programme for an hour.
• WhenLG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - dispaly icon appears on the display, repeat steps 1 to 2.
3 Turn off the power when the Baby Care programme is finished. If the drawer is open, select the Rinse+Spin programme and press the Start/Pause button to check that the washing machine works.
4 When LG F8K5XNK9 Mini Washing Machine - display icon appears on the display, thaw out the drain hose inner part with the hot water.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The appliance is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the appliance does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service:

Diagnosing Problems

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Error Messages

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