Tub Clean - LG WM2240 Serie Manual Del Usuario

Tub clean

Using the washing machine in a humid space for a long
period of time may lead to a buildup of black mold and germs
in the air inside the washer tub and affect your health. If you
clean the washer tub regularly on a monthly basis using TUB
CLEAN it will keep the washer tub clean for hygienic use.
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Add tub cleaner or lime scale remover into the detergent
dispenser drawer.
- Do not exceed the maximum detergent limit line when
you add it. Detergent may remain in the washer tub
after cleaning.
- When you use liquid chlorine bleach, load it into the
liquid chlorine bleach compartment.
- When you use a powdered cleaner, pull out the liquid
detergent cup and add it into the main wash detergent
compartment.
- When you use cleaning tablets, place them directly into
the washer tub.
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Press .
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Press repeatedly to select TUB CLEAN.
- O message appears in the display.
- The indication light for TUB CLEAN turns on.
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Press .
NOTE
Never load laundry while using TUB CLEAN. The
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laundry may damage or become contaminated.
Make sure to clean the washer tub when it is
empty.
It is convenient to use TUB CLEAN at night or when
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you are gone.
Make sure to use a chlorine bleaching agent for tub
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cleaner. Using an oxygen bleaching agent will result
in low sterilization.
If you place a tablet cleaner in the detergent
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dispenser drawer, it may cause malfunction of the
washing machine.
Make sure to check and follow the detergent
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manufacturer's recommended quantity.
Automatic alert for cleaning washing machine
When the power is on and the O message blinks, it
means the washer tub needs cleaning. Use TUB CLEAN
to clean the washer tub. The automatic indication alert for
cleaning the washer tub depends on the frequency of use,
however, the message will generally blink every 1~2 months.
NOTE
If you use TUB CLEAN to clean the washer tub, the
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O message will not blink until the next cleaning
period.
You can use a the wash cycle without cleaning the
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washer tub even though the O message blinks,
however, the O message will blink every time the
power is on until the washer tub is cleaned.
Removing mineral buildup
If you live in an area with hard water, mineral scale can form
on the internal components of the washing machine. Take
extra care to periodically clean the mineral buildup on the
internal components to extend the lifespan of the washing
machine.
Removing mineral buildup from the washer tub
Check if the descaler is suitable for cleaning the washer tub
before using it and run the TUB CLEAN cycle. See page 31,
Tub clean for details on tub clean.
NOTE
In areas with hard water, it is recommended to use a
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water softener.
Make sure to remove all loads from the washer tub
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before cleaning the washer tub. Cleaning the washer
tub together with a load may result in contamination of
or damage to the laundry.
Removing lime buildup on stainless steel
Wipe lime buildup or other spots on stainless steel with a
soft cloth soaked in stainless steel cleaner.
NOTE
Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers. Doing so
may damage the washing machine.
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