Symbol Guide Overview
Understanding Your LG ThinQ Display:
- Wash cycle symbols indicate different cleaning programs
- Dry cycle symbols represent various drying options
- Status symbols show current machine operation
- Error symbols help identify and resolve issues
- Maintenance symbols indicate required care procedures
Basic Symbol Categories
- Wash Symbols: Represent different fabric types and soil levels
- Dry Symbols: Indicate drying temperature and time settings
- Special Function Symbols: Show additional features like steam or sanitize
- Status Indicator Symbols: Display current cycle progress
- Error Code Symbols: Alert users to potential issues
- Maintenance Symbols: Remind users of required cleaning tasks
Wash Cycle Symbols
| Cotton Symbol | Standard cotton wash cycle for normal fabrics |
| Synthetic Symbol | Gentle cycle for synthetic fabrics and blends |
| Wool Symbol | Special wool cycle for delicate wool garments |
| Delicates Symbol | Extra gentle cycle for delicate items |
| Quick Wash Symbol | Fast cycle for lightly soiled items |
| Heavy Duty Symbol | Intensive cleaning for heavily soiled items |
| Allergy Care Symbol | Special cycle to reduce allergens |
| Baby Care Symbol | Hygienic cycle for baby clothes |
| Sportswear Symbol | Special cycle for athletic wear |
| Rinse+Spin Symbol | Additional rinse and spin cycle |
| Spin Only Symbol | Spin cycle without washing |
| Drain Symbol | Drain cycle to remove water |
Temperature Symbols
- Cold Water Symbol: Wash in cold water (30°C/86°F)
- Warm Water Symbol: Wash in warm water (40°C/104°F)
- Hot Water Symbol: Wash in hot water (60°C/140°F)
- Extra Hot Symbol: Wash in very hot water (90°C/194°F)
Dry Cycle Symbols
Time Dry Symbol
Drying based on set time duration. Allows manual control of drying time from 10 to 180 minutes.
Sensor Dry Symbol
Automatic drying using moisture sensors to detect when clothes are dry. Prevents over-drying and saves energy.
Quick Dry Symbol
Fast drying cycle for small loads or lightly damp items. Reduces drying time significantly.
Wrinkle Care Symbol
Gentle tumbling without heat to reduce wrinkles. Also known as the anti-crease cycle.
Cool Down Symbol
Cool air tumbling at the end of cycle to cool clothes and reduce wrinkles.
Refresh Symbol
Steam refresh cycle to remove odors and wrinkles from already clean clothes.
Dry Level Symbols
Extra Dry
Maximum dryness level for items that need complete drying
Normal Dry
Standard dryness level for everyday items
Less Dry
Light drying for items to be ironed or hung to finish drying
Damp Dry
Minimal drying for delicate items or items to be air dried
Cupboard Dry
Perfect dryness for immediate storage in cupboards
Iron Dry
Leaves clothes slightly damp for easier ironing
Error Symbols
| Error Symbol | Description | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| dE / Door Symbol | Door not properly closed | Ensure door is fully closed and latched |
| IE / Water Drop Symbol | Water supply issue | Check water taps, hoses, and water pressure |
| OE / Drain Symbol | Drainage problem | Check drain hose for kinks or blockages |
| FE / Flood Symbol | Water leakage detected | Check for leaks and water overflow |
| UE / Balance Symbol | Unbalanced load | Redistribute laundry evenly in drum |
| LE / Motor Symbol | Motor or drive system error | Contact LG service center |
Advanced Error Symbols
- tE / Temperature Symbol: Temperature sensor error - Contact service
- PE / Pressure Symbol: Pressure switch error - Contact service
- HE / Heating Symbol: Heater error - Contact service
- CE / Communication Symbol: Control board communication error
- AE / Motor Symbol: Motor control error - Contact service
- EE / Electronic Symbol: Electronic control error - Power cycle machine
Maintenance Symbols
Cleaning & Care Symbols
Tub Clean Symbol
Indicates when drum cleaning cycle is needed
Every 30 cycles
Filter Clean Symbol
Reminder to clean lint filter and drain pump filter
Monthly
Detergent Symbol
Reminder to refill detergent or check dispenser
As needed
Water Symbol
Indicates water hardness setting or water saving mode
Set once
Smart Care Symbols
Wi-Fi Symbol
Indicates ThinQ connectivity status
Connected/Disconnected
Download Symbol
New cycles available for download
Update available
Notification Symbol
Cycle complete or maintenance reminder
Alert active
Energy Save Symbol
Energy saving mode active
Mode enabled