LG washing machine “drum cleaning” function

Often people are not even aware of the usefulness of the functions in their washing machine, using only two or three main programs. But when it comes time to clean the machine, the drum of the machine becomes covered with plaque, users of LG washing machines remember the “drum cleaning” function. The question arises, how to properly launch this function and how does it work?

Description of this function

“Drum cleaning” in an LG machine is a program designed to wash the drum from particles of sand, debris, plaque, and fabric fibers that settle during washing. Essentially, cleaning the drum is similar to idling a washing machine before the first wash. Everything works step by step:

1. First, the pre-wash mode, the so-called pre-clean, starts.
2. Then the main cleaning begins, during which the washing machine drum rotates at 50-150 rpm and the water is heated to 60 degrees.
3. After cleaning, double rinse and spin at maximum speed.

The total running time of this program is 1 hour 35 minutes.

This function is very useful; you can run the machine 1-2 times a month to prevent contamination. But we would recommend that you always clean the drainage filter from debris before cleaning.

Instructions for inclusion

The drum cleaning program is launched quite simply. For this purpose, it was separately programmed so that it could be turned on by pressing one button. So, to clean the drum, you need:

• check if there are any clothes, linen or foreign objects in the drum of the washing machine, if if there are any, pull everything out;
• close the drum door;
• turn on the power to the washing machine and open the water supply tap;
• press the “Start” button to turn on the machine;
• hold down the buttons marked “star” for 3 seconds;
• press the “Start” button;
• wait until the end of the program, open the door to dry the drum.

Important! The washing machine manufacturer LG does not recommend using washing powder or descaling products for cleaning. This can lead to the appearance of a large amount of foam and freezing of the equipment.

Models of machines with “drum cleaning”

Not all LG washing machines have a “drum cleaning” function. The presence of this function does not affect the price of the unit. Here are examples of budget washing machines with a similar program:

• LG F1048ND is a narrow model with 9 built-in washing programs and 22 additional options, including automatic drum cleaning.
• LG F1280ND5 is also a narrow washing machine with the ability to choose one of 14 programs and 22 additional functions; the machine has a stylish silver design.
• The LG F1280NDS is another slimline washing machine that, in addition to regular washing modes, has the option of steam washing, as well as hypoallergenic washing.

These Russian-assembled machines from LG cost between $200-250.

Here are examples of models of washing machines in the mid-price category:

• LG FH 2A8HDS4 is a narrow silver model with a capacity of up to 7 kg. Large set of programs, inverter motor Price about $350.
• LG F-14U2TDH1N is a full-size machine not only with a drum cleaning function, but also with a drying function up to 5 kg. When washing, the drum can hold up to 8 kg of dry laundry. Please note availability Smart diagnostics. The price per unit is $450.

So, the drum cleaning function makes it possible to rid the drum walls of soap deposits, mold and even some limescale. It’s better to use this function a couple of times a month and then the drum of your LG washing machine will be sparkling clean, all you have to do is figure out how to launch this function, this publication will help you with that. Good luck!

13 reader comments

1. 02.02.2017 at 13:39

   Vela:

   There is an error in the article. The instructions for the LG washing machine tell you to use a descaler.

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   • 03/17/2017 at 19:42

     Serega 21124:

     Our LG says do not use.

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2. 03/05/2017 at 11:16

   Nikolai:

   Washing machine LG INVERTER DIRECT 8 KG F128, everything turned out as described above!

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3. 08/16/2017 at 15:52

   Hope:

   And our instructions advise using a descaling agent... even Calgon is explained. Also LG.

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4. 12/31/2017 at 12:25

   Max:

   It is written that in this mode do not use funds.

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   • 03/01/2018 at 10:22

     Anna:

     I use citric acid

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     • 05/21/2018 at 15:50

       Tati:

       Under no circumstances should you use citric acid! The master came and twisted it at our temples.

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       • 06/05/2018 at 17:25

         Alexei:

         Yeah, they make it all so cool because acid costs $0.1. And Kalgon is much more.

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       • 06/10/2018 at 19:11

         Kate:

         And the master told me that I need to use citric acid.
         When I twisted it at my temple, how did I explain it?

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         • 02/01/2021 at 00:26

           Dima:

           Citric acid, unlike soda ash, has a very destructive effect on silumin, from which a lot of parts are made in the budget/near-budget segment.
5. 05/01/2018 at 12:50

   Igor:

   Calgon is the same soda ash.

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6. 09.20.2018 at 15:39

   Alesya:

   I cleaned the drum. After finishing, I opened the door and saw that the drum had turned white! Why is this and how can I make it as shiny as before?

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   • 10/22/2020 at 04:09

     Dmitriy:

     Paint

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