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WASHING MACHINE
SERVICE MANUAL
CAUTION
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY TO DIAGNOSE
PROBLEMS CORRECTLY BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT.
Website:http://biz.lgservice.com
MODEL : F12580FD / F1258FD

June. 2009 PRINTED IN KOREA
P/No.: MFL30599140

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CONTENTS
1. SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................................3
2. FEATURES & TECHNICAL EXPLANATION ................................................................................ 4
3. PARTS IDENTIFICATION ............................................................................................................ 7
4. INSTALLATION & TEST ............................................................................................................... 8
5. WIRING DIAGRAM/PROGRAM CHART .....................................................................................11
6. OPERATION ................................................................................................................................12
7. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................14
7-1. BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE ...................................................................................14
7-2. QC TEST MODE .................................................................................................................14
7-3. HOW TO CHECK THE WATER LEVEL FREQUENCY ......................................................14
7-4. ERROR DISPLAY ...............................................................................................................15
8. ERROR DIAGNOSIS AND CHECK LIST ....................................................................................17
8-1. DIAGNOSIS AND SOLUTION FOR ABNORMAL OPERATION ........................................17
8-2. FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................20
9. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................................................29
10. EXPLODED VIEW .....................................................................................................................38
10-1. CABINET & CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY ....................................................................38
10-2. DRUM & TUB ASSEMBLY................................................................................................39
10-3. DISPENSER ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................40

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1. SPECIFICATIONS
ITEM F12580FD / F1258FD
COLOR
POWER SUPPLY
PRODUCT WEIGHT
CYCLES
WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURES
SPIN SPEEDS
OPTIONS
WATER CIRCULATION
OPERATIONAL WATER PRESSURE
CONTROL TYPE
WASH CAPACITY
DIMENSIONS
DELAY WASH
DOOR SWITCH TYPE
WATER LEVEL
LAUNDRY LOAD SENSING
ERROR DIAGNOSIS
AUTO POWER OFF
CHILD LOCK
RLM ENABLE
ELECTRIC
POWER
CONSUMTION
REVOLUTION
SPEED
WASHING
WASH HEATER
WASH
SPIN
46 rpm
NO SPIN/400/800/1000/1200(rpm)
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5
5
Pre Wash, Rinse+Spin, Spin Only, Bio, Soak
Incorporated
14.5-116 psi (100-800 kPa)
Electronic
13kg
686m (W) X 756m (D) X 983 (H)
up to 19 hours
PTC + Solenoid
10 steps (by sensor)
Incorporated
Incorporated
Incorporated
Incorporated
-
200 W
2100 W
BLUE WHITE
AC 220V -240 / 50Hz
86 kg

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2. FEATURES & TECHNICAL EXPLANATION
2-1. FEATURES
Direct Drive System
The advanced Brushless DC motor directly drives the drum
without belt and pulley.
Tilted Drum and Extra Large Door Opening
The tilted drum and extra large door opening make it possible
to load and unload easily.
Water Circulation
Spray detergent solution and water onto the load repeatedly.
Clothes are soaked more quickly and thoroughly during the wash cycle.
Detergent suds are eliminated more easily by the water shower
during rinse cycle. The water circulation system uses both
water and detergent more efficiently.
RollerJets
The washing ball enhances wash performance and reduces
damage to clothing. The jets spray and help tumble clothes to enhance
washing performance while maintaining fabric care.
Automatic Wash Load Detection
Automatically detects the load and optimizes the washing time.
Built-in H eater
The internal heater automatically heats the water to the optimum
temperature on selected cycles.
Child Lock
The Child lock feature prevents children from pressing any buttons
to change the settings during operation.

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2-3. WATER LEVEL CONTROL
This model incorporates a pressure sensor which can sense the water level in the tub.
The water supply is stopped when the water level reaches the preset level, the washing
program then proceeds.
Spinning does not proceed until the water in the tub drains to a certain level.
2-4. DOOR CONTROL
The door can be opened by pulling the door handle whenever washer is not in operation.
When the cycle is completed, the DOOR LOCKED light will turn off.
If a power failure has occurred while in operation, the door will unlock after 5 minutes.
Clicking sounds can be heard when the door is locked/unlocked.
2-2. NEURO FUZZY WASHING TIME OPTIMIZATION
To get the best washing performance, optimal time is determined by the water temperature,
the selected washing temperature, and the size of the load.
NEURO-
FUZZY
load
size
selected
washing
temperature
water
temperature
washing time
rinsing time
spin rhythm, time
the best
washing
performance
SENSING PROCESSING DETERMINATION EFFECT

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3. PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Shipping Bolts
Power Plug
Control Panel
Drain Hose
Dispenser
Door
Drain Plug
Drain Pump Filter
Adjustable Feet
Lower Cover Cap
Water Circulation
Drum Light
Drum
Back of Washer
Door Seal Cold Water Inlet
Air Vent for Safety
• If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its authorized
service technician in order to
avoid a hazard.
Included Accessories
Cold
Water Hose
Elbow Bracket
(for securing
drain hose)
Wrench
(for removing
shipping bolts and
adjusting leveling feet)

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Before servicing, ask the customer what the trouble is.
Check the setup (power supply is 220-240V AC, remove the transit bolts....).
Check with the troubleshooting guide.
Plan your service method by referring to the disassembly instructions.
Service the unit.
After servicing, operate the appliance to see whether it functions correctly.
STANDARD INSTALLATION
The appliance should be installed as follows:
REMOVE THE SHIPPING INSTALL THE APPLIANCE ADJUST THE
BOLTS ON A FLAT AND FIRM SURFACE LEVELING
Remove the 4 shipping bolts Turn the leveling feet to adjust
with the supplied wrench. the appliance.
Do first lower side to remove easily.
Keep the shipping bolts and
spanner for future use.
Insert the 4 caps
(provided) into the hole.
Turn clockwise to raise;
counterclockwise to lower.
4. INSTALLATION & TEST

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CONNECT THE DRAIN HOSE
CONNECT POWER PLUG
HOW TO CONNECT THE INLET HOSE
Verify that the rubber washer is inside of the
valve connector.
Tighten the inlet hose securely to prevent leaks.
The end of the drain hose should be placed less than 100 cm from the floor.
Connect the power plug to the wall outlet.
Avoid connecting several electric devices, as
doing so may cause a fire.
Make sure that the hose is not twisted.
Avoid submerging the end of the hose.

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TEST OPERATION
1
Preparation for
washing.
• Connect the power plug to
the outlet.
• Connect the inlet hose.
3
Press the Start/Pause
button.
• Listen for a click to determine if
the door has locked.
6
Check the water heating
function.
• Press the WASH/RINSE button
and the present temperature will
be displayed.
5
Check the automatic
reverse rotation.
4
Check the water supply.
• Check if water is supplied
through the detergent dispenser.
7 Check the drain and spin
functions.
• Power off and the power on.
• Press the SPIN SPEED button.
• Press the START/PAUSE button.
• Check the spin and drain
functions.
8 Press the
START/PAUSE button.
9
Water removal.
• If SERVICE is needed during
check, remove the remaining
water by pulling out the hose cap.
2
Press the POWER button.
• Listen for a click to determine
if the door is unlocking.
7
• Check if the drum rotates
clockwise and counterclockwise.
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