A detailed analysis of the operating modes of the LG automatic washing machine
The LG washing machine is a piece of equipment with high functionality. Its main task comes down to high-quality processing of things.
To do this, the manufacturer has built into it many modes, each of which is designed for a specific type of fabric. Their wise choice will allow you to achieve an impeccable result.
Read the article about what modes exist on an LG washing machine and how to use them.
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Which ones are there?
It’s easy to understand what modes are provided in the LG washing machine - just look at the front panel. On it you can see the controller handle, around which there are a list of inscriptions: “silk”, “cotton”, wool”, etc.
If the device is equipped with a touch display, then they will be listed on the display. It is enough to turn on the device to the network, select the desired program and start it up.
Cotton
This is the optimal mode for those cases when you need to wash things made of thick fabric. The drum will rotate quickly, due to which the products will be completely cleaned of contaminants.
The default water temperature is 90 degrees. Spin is set to 800 rpm. Cycle duration – 1:30 – 2:00.
Cotton is one of the universal programs that is often used for washing items made from unpretentious fabrics.At your discretion, the water temperature and drum rotation speed can be adjusted.
Cotton Eco
Cotton Eco is a variation of the Cotton option. It is used to process items made of thick fabric, but with minor dirt.
The default settings are as follows:
- spin 800 rpm;
- water temperature 40 or 60 degrees (depending on the model of the washing machine);
- Cycle duration is about 2:17 minutes.
When washing clothes in cold water, the operating time is reduced to 1:43.
Everyday wash
This program is suitable for caring for items made from ordinary fabrics that do not require delicate handling. These include: nylon, acrylic, polyamide, etc.
Approximate washing time is 1:50 minutes. When processing products in cold water, it is reduced to 1:18 minutes.
Baby clothes
The Baby Clothes program is designed for children's things. It has the following features:
Water temperature is 95 degrees. This allows you to destroy all bacteria and microbes that settle on the fabric. The minimum values that can be set are 60 degrees.- By default, the Prewash function is enabled.
- The spin can be set at 400, 600 or 800 rpm (depending on the model).
- Extended rinse cycle, during which the powder is thoroughly washed out of the fabric fibers. To do this, the Super Rinse function is turned on.
The cycle lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Mixed fabrics
The “Mixed fabrics” option is designed for washing dark clothes. It involves careful handling of things, thereby maintaining durability and color saturation.
The maximum water temperature allowed for this program is 40 degrees. This is the default setting. Drum rotation speed 600 or 800 rpm.
Duvet
The program is designed for washing large items with various fillings. Despite this name, in this mode they can be processed pillows, bedspreads, sofa coverings and more.
Settings:
- water - 40 degrees;
- Pre-wash and super-rinse cannot be turned on;
- spin at 400 or 800 rpm.
The program lasts 90-100 minutes, depending on the selected settings.
Sports items
The sportswear program is suitable for caring for items after a workout. It is convenient to use when you need quick but high-quality processing of things.
Features of the mode:
- Water - 40 degrees. This value can only be lowered.
- Spin – 600 or 800 rpm.
- The cycle lasts 46-50 minutes.
This program can be used to cleanse membrane tissue.
Delicate
Delicate washing involves gentle treatment of items. The regimen is used to care for silk products, behind tulle and other thin fabrics. The default water temperature is 30 degrees. It can be increased to 40 degrees (this is the maximum mark).
The washing duration does not exceed 55 minutes. In cold water it is reduced to 47 minutes.
Wool
Although the mode is called "Wool", it can be used, among other things, for the care of knitwear. This is the optimal program for processing items marked “hand wash”.
You can load things into the drum from cashmere, knitwear and other delicate fabrics.
Fast 30
This program is ideal for quickly refreshing items that are not very dirty, but will not be able to deal with serious stains.
Default settings:
- water temperature – 30 degrees;
- spin speed – 600 or 800 rpm;
- duration - half an hour at a temperature of 30 degrees and 38 minutes at a temperature of 40 degrees.
Intensive 60
The Intensive 60 program is necessary for quickly washing moderately soiled items. In this case, the machine consumes a small amount of electricity. This mode is suitable for mixed fabrics and cotton products.
Default settings:
- Water temperature – 60 degrees.
- Spin – 600 and 800 rpm.
- The cycle duration at any temperature is 1 hour.
Rinse + spin and spin without rinsing
These two modes do not involve washing things and do not require pouring powder into the tray. The water will always be cold. The rinse + spin program lasts 18 minutes, and the spin without rinse lasts 13 minutes. The spin speed can be 800 or 1000 rpm.
Timer
The timer mode is designed to start washing later, and not when the machine is turned on. The operation can be delayed by 3-9 hours, in some models this time period is increased to 19 hours.
Using this function is very convenient, since the device will begin executing the specified program at the specified time. Procedure:
- place dirty laundry in the drum;
- add powder to the tray;
- choose a suitable program;
- turn on the timer for the time when washing should start.
Test
A service test in LG machines is special actions that the device performs independently to check whether the main elements are functioning correctly. The owner of the household appliance can run the test at the moment when he needs it. The mode will help you quickly detect a breakdown and carry out repairs.
To check the functioning of all nodes, press the “Start” button 10 times in succession.
Features of choice for different things
What mode should I use to wash tulle, jackets, jeans, bed linen? To prevent things from being damaged during the washing process, you need to choose the right mode:
Tulle is processed in the Delicate wash mode.- Jeans Wash on the Mixed fabrics program.
- Bed sheets processed by turning on the Cotton option.
- Jackets are washed on the Duvet program.
- Diapers and rompers are cleaned in the Baby Clothes mode.
- For blouses The Delicate wash option is suitable.
- Shirts and pajamas are washed on the Cotton or Cotton Eco program.
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Helpful information
Tips that will be useful To all LG washing machine owners:
- To reduce the washing time in any mode, you need to reduce the water temperature and spin speed.
- To wash sports shoes, it is recommended to use the “Fast 30” program. The “Sportswear” option is not suitable for this purpose, as it involves keeping the sneakers in the water for too long, which can be detrimental to them.
- The timer can be turned on not only for modes, but also for certain stages, for example, spinning, draining or rinsing.
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Conclusion
Washing modes are designed to optimize the operation of the appliance. By choosing the right program, you will be able to achieve the ideal result in the form of clean clothes.
