LG WM3997
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LG WM3997 maintenance schedule and special situations.
Maintenance schedule
| Item | Interval | Owner action |
|---|---|---|
| Care after wash | After the cycle is finished | Wipe the door and seal, dry the cabinet, and leave the door open. |
| Tub Clean | monthly | Run the empty Tub Clean cycle to minimize residue, mildew, and odor. |
| Clean detergent dispenser drawer | once a week | Remove the drawer and inserts, wash with warm water, dry, and reinstall. |
| Clean drain pump filter | Periodically | Drain residual water, clear the filter and opening, and reinstall the filter securely. |
| Clean door seal | once a month | Clean around the gasket with the diluted solution in the manual and dry it completely. |
| Replace water inlet hoses | every five years | Inspect the hoses for damage and replace both at the printed interval. |
Special situations
| Item | Interval | Owner action |
|---|---|---|
| Tub Clean odor remedy | once a week for three consecutive weeks | Use the repeated empty-drum Tub Clean remedy when mildew or a musty odor is present. |
| Clean water inlet filters | Clean the inlet screens when flow is restricted or an inlet error appears. |
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