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A Washer/Dryer Combo provides both washer and dryer functionality in one compact appliance. These cutting-edge, comprehensive laundry units require less energy and water than separate washers and dryers—and they eliminate the need for venting, all while creating more space in your home.
SenseClean™ technology sets your LG unit’s water level and wash time automatically, based on the weight and size of each load for optimal washing care.
Yes, and often more effectively! The tumbling action of a front-loading washer gently lifts the clothes in and out of the water hundreds of times during the wash cycle. This action cleans and rinses your clothes better than top-loading washers and is gentler on the fabric. Also, the LG Washer/Dryer Combo goes through three rinses during the regular cycle, eliminating any detergent residue that is ordinarily left in the clothing.
Yes, somewhat. Always remember the loads are smaller and that combined, the wash- and dry-cycles take approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours to complete—so you gear your wash habits differently. Also, its condensing drying system is different than a standard hot air dryer. Because condensing dryers do not vent, it is completely normal for them to run for a longer time than a standard vented model (and, even though they run longer, they use 2/3 less energy than a standard vented dryer). For best results, shake and fold—or hang on a clothes hanger right away, to avoid wrinkling.
For the wash alone, about 14 pounds of dry clothes. For wash and dry, the LG Washer/Dryer Combo will accommodate 9 to 10 pounds of dry clothes. (The equivalent of 5 large towels, or 2 pairs of jeans and 3 shirts.)
A low-sudsing detergent, such as ALL, Fresh Start, Purex, Bold, Solo or "New Tide HE" will work best. And, though powder is preferable, a liquid low-sudsing detergent works fine. We recommend "Ecovantage" as one of the best on the market. And, because the Washer/Dryer Combos only require 1 to 2 tablespoons of detergent, you’ll see big savings on detergent costs, straight away!
Yes. LG recommends using a quality fabric softener because it makes the drying cycle more efficient and helps avoid wrinkles. And clothes will come out softer and fluffier.
Yes. Bleach, as well as fabric softener, has its own compartment in the easy-to-use dispenser drawer. Simply add the bleach (and/or softener) before starting the wash, and the LG Washer/Dryer Combo will automatically dispense it at the correct time.
The LG unit is very energy efficient. Because the Washer/Dryer Combo uses 50% less water, your hot water heater does not have to use as much energy. Also, the unit uses only 1.4 kilowatts per hour during the drying cycle, as opposed to 5 or 6 for a conventional dryer.
The LG unit is very water efficient. It uses about 12 to 15 gallons during the wash cycle, compared to 30 gallons on the current, American-made front-loading washers—and 40 to 60 gallons on conventional top-loading washers. The unit saves you water while cleaning better!
A wash-only cycle can be set so that clothes can be taken out after the wash cycle, and hung out to dry. If you want to dry the remaining clothes in the unit, simply set the desired dry cycle and press start. At that point, the door cannot be opened again until the dry cycle has been completed or the machine turned off. Also note that the unit has a two-minute time delay that prevents the user from opening the door until two minutes after a cycle has completed, or after the machine has been turned off.
No. The LG Washer/Dryer Combo uses 115 volt,15 amp standard wiring.
Yes, as long as the base is level, and is of very sturdy construction.
The amount of time it takes to wash and dry a load of clothes depends on the type and size of the load (delicates, permanent press, or cottons). The average combined wash-and-dry time is 2 1/2 to 3 hours. This approximates the total time it takes to both wash and dry a comparable load of clothing in a separate washer and dryer system.