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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• 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.

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Summary of Contents for RH16U8 VCW Series

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 RH16U8 VCW MFL69783878 Rev 01_102521 www lg com Copyright 2021 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 2: ...arts and Specifications 9 Installation Location Requirements 12 Leveling the Appliance 13 Stacking Instructions 13 OPERATION Operation Overview 15 Preparing the Clothes 16 Control Panel 18 Programme Table 20 Extra Options and Functions 24 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application 28 Smart Diagnosis 30 MAINTENANCE Cleaning after Every Dry 31 Cleaning the Appliance Periodically 33 Care in Cold Climates 3...

Page 3: ...cal Safety 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 This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risks Read the part with thi...

Page 4: ...liance Do not drink the condensed water Failure to do so may result in food borne illnesses If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agents or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard The lint filter must be cleaned frequently Lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the appliance Do not spray dry cleaning detergent directly onto the...

Page 5: ...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 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 di...

Page 6: ... 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 attempt to separate any panels or disassemble the appliance Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to operate the appliance Do n...

Page 7: ...ut before using the appliance Keep all washing detergents softener and bleach away from children Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it Maintenance Remove any moisture or dust from the power plug before securely plugging it into an outlet Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleanin...

Page 8: ... 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 ...

Page 9: ...STALLATION Parts and Specifications NOTE Appearance and specifications may vary without notice to improve the quality of the appliance Front View a Water Container b Control Panel c Door d Lint Filter e Door Holder f Drain Tube ...

Page 10: ...ary depending on the model you purchased Specifications Condensing Drain Hose Drain Hose Holder Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose Dry Rack Leg Stoppers Remote Controller Model RH16U8 VCW Power supply 220 V 50 60 Hz Dimension Width X Depth X Height 700 mm X 770 mm X 990 mm Product weight 74 kg Allowable temperature 5 35 Maximum Power 1400 W Annual Energy Consumption 308 kWh year ...

Page 11: ...11 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Country of origin MADE IN KOREA Model RH16U8 VCW ...

Page 12: ...ppliance next to high temperature appliances such as refrigerator oven or stove and etc It can cause poor drying performance and delay programme duration It also adversely affect the proper functioning of the compressor Do not install the appliance where there is a risk of frost or dust The appliance may not be able to operate properly or may be damaged by freezing of condensed water in the pump a...

Page 13: ...l causing serious injury and damage Adjusting and Leveling the Appliance When the appliance is not perfectly level turn the adjustable feet until the appliance no longer wobbles Turn the adjustable feet clockwise to raise or turn the adjustable feet counterclockwise to lower from front to back side to side and corner to corner Stacking Instructions The appliance can be placed on top of an LG front...

Page 14: ...p as shown Firmly press the adhesive area of the bracket to the washing machine surface Secure the side bracket to the washing machine with a screw on the back side of the bracket Repeat steps 1 and 2 to attach the other side bracket 3 Place the appliance on top of the washing machine fitting the dryer feet into the side brackets as illustrated Avoid finger injuries do not allow fingers to be pinc...

Page 15: ... Place the clothes into the drum after sorting and close the door Push the clothes deep into the drum so that the clothes keeps away from the door seal When the clothes get stuck between the door and seal they may get damaged while drying The clothes should be sorted by fabric types and dryness level All strings and attached belts of clothes should be well tied and fixed before being put into the ...

Page 16: ... appliance Checking the Clothes before Loading CAUTION Check that the clothes are not stuck between appliance and door or the clothes may get damaged while drying Observe the maximum load capacity on the programme table for the relevant drying programme to get optimum drying results Overloading gives a poor drying result and causes unnecessary creasing Do not load soaking wet clothes into the appl...

Page 17: ... fabric care labels Rubber and Plastics Do not dry any items made from or containing rubber or plastics such as Aprons Bibs and Chair Covers Curtains and Tablecloths Bath Mats Fiberglass Do not dry fiberglass items in the appliance Glass particles left in the appliance may be subsequently picked up by your clothes in later cycles Checking the Fabric Care Label The symbols on the fabric care label ...

Page 18: ...atically after a certain time for safety reasons d Extra Options and Functions Additional Programme Buttons Use these buttons to select the desired options for the selected programme Not all options are available in each programme To use the extra functions press and hold the corresponding button for 3 seconds The corresponding symbol lights up in the display Remote Start With the LG ThinQ app you...

Page 19: ...ss Cool Air indicator lights up when the appliance is in cooling progress b Time Remaining Display When a drying programme is selected drying time for the selected programme is displayed This time will change when you set the extra options for the programme Error messages will appear when the appliance diagnose problems c H lights up when the programme starts and the door is locked d lights up whe...

Page 20: ...Option This is suitable to dry normal wet cotton laundry and is the most efficient programme in terms of energy consumption under the test conditions proposed by SASO 2883 The test results depend on room temperature type and amount of load water hardness and water inlet temperature Programme Easy Care Max Load Capacity 3 5 kg Description Dries clothes that do not need ironing after drying Use for ...

Page 21: ...gramme for drying light or small items up to 3 items Dry Level Not adjustable Programme Download Cycle Max Load Capacity Description This programme allows you to download a new and special drying programme to your appliance with a smartphone Programme Sports Wear Max Load Capacity 2 kg Programme Bedding Refresh Max Load Capacity 3 kg Description Use this programme for removing dust from the beddin...

Page 22: ...not spun at a high speed during washing energy consumption and drying times will increase Large Bed sheets or quilt covers may not dry evenly due to uneven airflow should they become rolled up They may require removal and reloading mid cycle to ensure proper drying Programme Down Jacket Refresh Max Load Capacity 2 kg Description Use this programme for restoring the padded jacket to a fluffy one wi...

Page 23: ...mme EcoHybrid Anti Crease Programm e Dry Level Off Energy Normal Turbo Cotton Extra Very Cupboard Light Iron Easy Care Cupboard Light Towels Bedding Refresh Allergy Care Sportswear Duvet Wool Quick Dry Outdoor Refresh Down Jacket Refresh Cool Air Warm Air ...

Page 24: ...on the display until the feature is off When the option is set only the Power button works after the drying cycle is end When a drying cycle is running pause the cycle first to set the option Always turn off the appliance before unloading the clothes Dry Level It allows you to select a dryness level for the drying programme 1 Turn the appliance on 2 Select a programme 3 Select a dryness level by p...

Page 25: ...erating the appliance Locking the Control Panel 1 Press and hold the Time Dry and Drum Light button simultaneously for 3 seconds 2 A chime will sound and CL will appear on the display When the function is activated all buttons are locked except for 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 c...

Page 26: ... Dry button for 3 seconds 4 Press the Start Pause button A chime sounds for about 1 minute when the clothes is ready for ironing 5 When a chime sounds press the Start Pause button and open the door to take out clothes that needs ironing To continue drying remaining clothing close the door and press the Start Pause button Using the Remote Controller WARNING Do not place the remote controller in a p...

Page 27: ... up and close the battery tray until it clicks into the place WARNING Close the battery cover until it clicks and keep it out of reach of children If a children swallow the battery it could cause serious injury or death If you suspect that children have swallowed the battery or other parts go to the emergency department immediately for medical treatment CAUTION When the battery is inserted with th...

Page 28: ...r the appliance has problems you have the option of receiving push notifications on a smartphone The notifications are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is off Energy Monitoring This function checks the energy consumption of the recently used cycles and monthly average Settings Allows you to set various options on the appliance and in the application NOTE If you change your wireless route...

Page 29: ...ol of the router is set to WEP you may fail to set up the network Please change it to another security protocol WPA2 is recommended and register the product again Installing the LG ThinQ Application Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smartphone Follow instructions to download and install the application Using the Appliance Remotely Remote Start U...

Page 30: ...ut prior notice and may have a different form depending on where you are located Using LG ThinQ to Diagnose Issues If you experience a problem with your Wi Fi equipped appliance it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ applic...

Page 31: ...inner filter before and after use b Outer Filter Clean the outer filter after drying 10 times or when the lint has accumulated into the outer filter A chime will sound and the Filter Cleaning indicator will blink when the lint has accumulated Clean the inner filter 1 Pull out the inner filter from the outer filter and then open the inner filter Open the filter by unfolding it in the direction of t...

Page 32: ...ppliance 6 Close them and reinsert the both lint filters CAUTION Do not load or remove any clothes when the lint filter is not in a place The clothes can drop into the filter inlet and it may cause the appliance to malfunction Emptying the Water Container Condensed water is collected in the water container Empty the water container after every use Not doing so will affect the drying performance NO...

Page 33: ... Sensor This device senses the moisture level of the clothes during operation which means it must be cleaned regularly to remove any build up of lime scale on the surface of the sensor Wipe the sensors inside the drum CAUTION Do not wipe the moisture sensor with abrasive materials Always clean the sensor with a dry rough acrylic sponge Draining the Remaining Condensed Water After drying clothes a ...

Page 34: ...eature With time and use the appliance may form unpleasant odours that leave your clothes smelling after drying Using this cleaning function periodically helps to reduce the unpleasant odours from the appliance CAUTION Remove all of the clothes from the appliance 1 Pull out the water container empty the condensed water from it and refit the water container back into the appliance 2 Turn on the app...

Page 35: ...ondenser The cleaning of the condenser proceeds for 1 hour 6 Empty the water container after the cleaning is finished NOTE When the optional drain hose is installed there is no need to empty the water container 7 Open the dryer s door to provide the appliance with enough air circulation for more thorough drying of the tub after the cleaning has ended WARNING For safety reasons do not allow childre...

Page 36: ... as usual Thawing out the appliance manually 1 Open the dryer s door and pull out both inner and outer filter 2 Pour 1 litre of hot water at 60 into the lint filter compartment and then reinsert the both lint filters CAUTION Pouring more that 1 5 litres of water into the compartment will cause water to leak back out Pouring hot water over 60 will cause malfunctions to the appliance or burn 3 Turn ...

Page 37: ...properly Close the door completely If dE1 is not released call for service dEz dE4 DOOR ERROR Door switch detection is not working properly Unplug the power plug and call for service tE1 tEz tE4 tEs tE6 TEMPERATURE ERROR Temperature Sensor has malfunctioned Unplug the power plug and call for service FI TEMPERATURE ERROR The temperature inside the drum has risen suddenly Unplug the power plug and c...

Page 38: ...If the problem is a circuit overload have it corrected by a qualified electrician Water leaks The water container hose or the optional drain hose is not connected correctly Connect the water container hose or the optional drain hose correctly The door is closed while clothes or foreign substance is caught in the door Check if clothes or foreign substance is caught in the door before using the appl...

Page 39: ...lint such as new bath towels it may be necessary to pause the cycle and clean the filter during the cycle House fuse is blown circuit breaker has tripped or power outage has occurred Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Do not increase fuse capacity If the problem is a circuit overload have it corrected by a qualified electrician Appliance is overloaded Divide extra large loads into smaller loads...

Page 40: ...n left in the appliance for too long after cycle ends Use the Anti Crease option Clothes are shrinking Garment care instructions are not being followed To avoid shrinking your clothes always consult and follow fabric care instructions Some fabrics will naturally shrink when washed Other fabrics can be washed but will shrink when dried in the appliance Use a low or no heat setting Lint is left on c...

Page 41: ...r comforter If items are too tightly packed or too sparse the sensor may have trouble reading the dryness level of the load Use a Timed Drying programme for very small loads Large bulky items such as blankets or comforters can sometimes wrap themselves into a tight ball of fabric The outside layers will dry and register on the sensors while the inner core remains damp When drying a single bulky it...

Page 42: ...commendations undissolved detergent may accumulate on the clothes and cause an odour You can smell odours from the clothes if the clothes were left in the appliance after drying or in the washing machine after washing Unload the clothes promptly at the end of the drying or washing cycle Ensure you can smell same odour in the washing machine If so clean the tub of the washing machine referring to t...

Page 43: ...k The wireless network name SSID is set incorrectly The wireless network name SSID should be a combination of English letters and numbers Do not use special characters The router frequency is not 2 4 GHz Only a 2 4 GHz router frequency is supported Set the wireless router to 2 4 GHz and connect the appliance to the wireless router To check the router frequency check with your Internet service prov...

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