LG Washer Tower Laundry Center WKE100HVA DIY install - Part 1

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Review of the LG Wash Tower Washer Dryer Stackable Laundry Center model WKE100HVA F3S1CWKBTV/RV13S1EMJW. The review covers unpacking, installation, and operations. This LG unit has a very nice design, lots of function and has Wi-Fi access for remote diagnostics and control. This is a DIY project. The unit was obtained from Home Depot USA.
www.homedepot.com/p/LG-Electr...
Dimensions (Width X Height X Depth):
27'' X 74 3/8'' X 30 3/8''-depth
70 cm X 189 cm X 77 cm
Maximum Depth with Door Open 55'' (139.6 cm)
In the video at about 5 minutes where the thumb is on the tape measure, which is about 30". Which allows room for the dryer vent also. Our area opening was about 36" deep. We had plenty of room left over. Also, consider where your plug is coming out of the wall as that may need two inches if directly behind the unit.
Parts from Home Depot:
M934-DRYER POWER CORD Store SKU # 206508
M916-SEMI-RIGD DRYER DUCT Store SKU # 410739
M925-2 UPGRADE STAINLESS WASHER HOSES Store SKU # 932694
Got this one too but didn't use it. M914-HOSES FOR MYT/ELUX/LG STEAM DRY Store SKU # 1000022592
Requires a 220v three for four prong plug and outlet for the dryer, plus a 120v outlet for the washer - two cords.
Note: WKE100HWE has less drying and washing options compared to WKEX200HWA. For example, the drum light sub-button is not on the WKE100HWE. Steam drying is also not in WKE100HWE.
Part 2: Need help understanding Wi-Fi see: Using the LG ThinQ App • LG ThinQ App 2022
When filling, the water does not enter at full pressure like it a garden hose. The pressure is reduced and sort of fluctuates and fills slower; not quite a drip but more of a drizzle. It fills fast enough.
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@itsdannykantu3043 3 года назад

wow finally really honest review.. I have my lg washer over 12 years with no problems. I saw these in store.. I really like the idea and upgrading to these smart machines

@danphilpott6302 2 года назад

Very, very helpful. Your wife had a very good point about the wifi jargon that most people know nothing about. Always a good idea to listen to her and the kids! Wiser than you think. Awesome. Thank you so much!

@DrBDIY Год назад

So many people like this video. I guess they liked the LG tower.

@appliancerepairshorts 2 года назад

Excellent installation . From the unboxing to the start up. Great job on the wiring.We use an air lift to slide them in. Excellent choice on LGs. They have the best front loaders. You typically get at least 7-10 years out of the washer before you have to replace the drain pump. Great job

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Thanks for the comments !

@JessacaRedd 3 года назад

I can’t wait until mine arrives. Thank you for the video

@GirlArmy21 2 года назад

We just bought this set and installed it. My husband, son and I are not handy. Let’s just say, your video helped us a great deal.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Cool beans, way to go!

@carefuld9779 2 года назад

Thank you so much for making this video..you really helped a lot people with their decision in purchasing this unit. Cheers!!

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Thanks for the kind remarks!

@brokentissuebox 2 года назад

ive been using this unit for 9 months now and never knew I can hold the remote function to allow me to use it on the phone! Thanks for mentioning that xD

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

You are welcome!

@robertlozeau4352 2 года назад

I did use your video today for installing my new unit similar to yours . Thanks a lot for helping me . Robert , Bromont , Quebec .

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Great to hear!

@pixelking_871 3 года назад

Finally a regular review 😁

@annemariemcgee2002 Год назад

Excellent summary of pros and cons. Very down to earth comments.

@DrBDIY Год назад

Thanks for the kind words !

@wiragarcia1816 2 года назад

Thanks for the video. Thinking of purchasing one of these units. Your video will make my purchase that much easier

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

You are welcome!

@missythomas7598 2 года назад

I got mine delivered on Saturday; after buying it May 31. Thanks for the video. I'm also having an issue connecting it to WiFi.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Try connecting to the washer wifi then the dryer, or vice versa. I think we connected to dryer and it found both devices. Not sure why.

@KarmaCame Год назад

Even tho I'm not installing myself this is good to see to make sure its done right.Thanks!

@DrBDIY Год назад

Great.

@toddw.7457 2 года назад

With the hard venting coming down so close to the exhaust of the dryer, you have to use a long length of soft venting to make the final connection if you have to do it before pushing the machine back. If the hard venting from the ceiling terminated above the dryer, you can install the soft venting to the dryer, push the machine back, then get a ladder and make the final connection to the hard venting overhead. This allows the soft venting to be straighter and not loop down.

@DrBDIY Год назад

Good points.

@That_VAmom 2 года назад

Thank you for making this video. I wish I watched this before Best Buy had a third party come and install mine. I never received the 6pc accessories since it was out of the box by the time I received it.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

You are welcome!

@edwinvillamizar04 2 года назад

Excellent video, mine arrived yesterday, only experts come to install it. Greetings from Bogota.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Greetings from Texas. Enjoy!

@bullseye2191 Год назад

Just bought one yesterday that’s why watching RU-vid to get more info. Thanks for the info.

@DrBDIY Год назад

Cool, glad it helped.

@LeticiaStanley 2 месяца назад

Thank you! Sorry I missed that in the description. Great video, very helpful. Thx again for the info

@DrBDIY 2 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful!

@gracebailey4435 2 года назад

Thanks so much for posting this! The guys were supposed to install it, and they didn't, so now it's up to me.....and this video is really helpful.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Awesome. Take your time.

@gracebailey4435 2 года назад

@@DrBDIY True confessions, I cried, but I got it to work!

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

@@gracebailey4435 That is outstanding ! Good job.

@armanmesri2342 Год назад

Fantastic video. Greatly appreciated. It was very helpful ❤🙏🙏

@DrBDIY Год назад

You're welcome.

@NYOB0001 2 года назад

Thanks for posting. Great detail.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@alancaudillo3204 3 месяца назад

Amazing video thank you gentlemen

@DrBDIY 3 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@b-rare Год назад

blue glass cleaner sprayed on the floor to slide it was a good key from the video for me thank you guys

@DrBDIY Год назад

Works well, glad it helped.

@DrBDIY Год назад

Also: www.homedepot.com/s/plastic%20sliders?NCNI-5 for furniture slides.

@technutz Год назад

Thumbs up for the puppies alone! the rest is very good also

@DrBDIY Год назад

Thank you very much!

@JonathanPang 3 года назад

I hope they eventually make a ventless version of this. I just ordered one but will probably need to Macgyver the vent out about 6 or 7 ft

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

We remodeled an area for the unit. We ran a hole up the wall across the ceiling and into the garage, about 7 feet total. We added a right turn in the garage ceiling to go out an exterior wall 2 feet away. It wasn't too big of a project and we didn't hit any unknown pipes or wires.

@Steve42098 2 года назад

@@DrBDIY you might want to consider a vent boost fan. I had a long ventilation run and the boost fan took about 15 min off of my drying times after I got it hooked up

@MatthewOliphant 2 года назад

18:14 Here I was pressing the Wifi icon ... thanks for your video.

@pixelking_871 3 года назад

Thank you for this review

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@jasonross5358 2 года назад

Super helpful. Thank you!!

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

You're welcome!

@waltercobra1566 3 года назад

I meant to leave a statement on your video for "Changing a Bearing out" but forgot. My statement is, where do you get the patience to do what you just did? One time would have me beating the washer with a bat, but 4 times???? WOW! Impressed

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

COVID lockdown had some extra time. !

@dae91 3 года назад

Thank you for this video can you link were you got all the accessories for the set up please, like the vent and the cord. pretty much all the accessories.

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

I updated the description above.

@imaninjakinda9640 3 года назад

I love you so much thank you for the video

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

You are so welcome!

@FernandoLopez-bq3zf 2 года назад

Hello, thanks for the great video. Question: Do I need to reactivate remote start after powering up the appliance?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Once remote start is enabled, it can only be turned on / off from the app. The manual says "Start a cycle .... " If you open the door, the remote start is canceled. If the power is turned off and then on, remote start is reset.

@Danielizzy07 3 года назад

Gloves for the win, safety first.

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

You got that right!

@pixelking_871 3 года назад

I been checking for this since they came out earlier this year

@TacticalStrudel 2 года назад

Now that you've had it for a few months do you like it, does it wash and dry well? Also when you do a load of bedding does the dryer roll it into a ball that never dries like my current dryer does?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

It works very well. The pre-programmed wash types are very convenient such as Bedding. Balled up bedding is usually because the dryer is packed or it was put in there balled up, regardless of the dryer model. Elastic mattress pads also have to be adjusted after drying a bit.

@barbarachappuis5262 2 года назад

I just bought this unit and so far, so good. I also own the full-size LG set that I've had for 6 years. My question is how do you turn on the drum light in the washer while running? For the life of me, I can't figure it out. My larger LG washer allows me to turn the drum light on while washing, but perhaps this unit doesn't have this feature? Thanks

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Drum Light The drum is equipped with a white LED light that illuminates when the washer is turned on. This light automatically turns off when the door is closed, and the cycle starts. Press and hold the Pre-wash button for 3 seconds during the cycle to turn on the drum light. The drum light will turn off automatically after 4 minutes.

@edwinvillamizar04 2 года назад

Confirmed with LG technical support and by own tests, that the washing machine has a built-in heating system. That is, if you do not have hot water inlet, this system can replace it, so there is no need for hot water supply. Verified in several tests, in addition all washing machines since 2016 include a water heating System.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Wow. I did not know that existed in the LG washers. Thanks for the tip.

@Hunterbenx 10 месяцев назад

Hmm so that’s why some washers have the Extra hot water feature

@joshp2424 Год назад

Yes make sure to take those shipping bolts out. Next time use windex in the path to slide it eazer and it drys fast with no need for those sliders

@DrBDIY Год назад

Yes

@hismercedess550 Год назад

Hi do I have to add water line to dryer??

@DrBDIY Год назад

@@hismercedess550 Hi, see the description above: Note: WKE100HWE has less drying and washing options compared to WKEX200HWA. For example, the drum light sub-button is not on the WKE100HWE. Steam drying is also not in WKE100HWE. Our model DID NOT have steam drying. We were confused about that optioun.

@folsomatgranitebay5215 Год назад

Is the units true depth 30” from front of door to back plumbing? If I want to enclose unit in a cabinet, how deep would cabinet need to be to allow plumbing/ducting/receptacle plug?

@DrBDIY Год назад

From the font to back plus room for the ducting, 36 inches (see description above). You may also think about space needed to open doors and to what angle do you want to open them? I am not sure if the front will be open or you will enclose the unit.

@MJA74a 2 года назад

awesome video. My dropped the wifi connection after a month of no issues and now refuses to stay connected or even connect. it’s like it no longer likes my network for some reason. Did the reset and all the other basic things like unplug machines press hold start and nothing. wife not happy.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

On WIFI issues, there are usually two possibilities - the appliance or your network. It is possible the appliance is going bad in which case call LG. If it is your home network, here are some things to try (which you may know, but others don't know). 1. Turn WIFI hotspot on your phone and connect washer to your phone. Is it stable? If so, indicates problem with your home network. 2. Install a WIFI scan app on your phone. Look for your WIFI SSID and look at the strength. Is the signal strength stable (not dropping to 0)? 3. Use the same app and determine if another WIFI router is overlapping your channels. For example, a new neighbor moves in and their router uses same channels as your router. This can cause drops / retries / performance issues. Move your WIFI SSIDs to a new channel. 4. I guess no other devices are in your home are having problems as you didn't mention it. Its always okay to reboot your router. 5. Finally, try connecting the WIFI from the dryer vs washer, or vice versa. Hope it helps. We have installed an LG pair in our home and in another home. No issues with WIFI.

@ignaciosegura4424 Год назад

Hello I have a doubt with vent hose, I have the same space as you and Im afraid that when I slide back the unit, the hose maybe obstructed. It could be any problem with that?

@DrBDIY Год назад

Easy for me to address that concern. On all of my refrigerator, washer, dryer and freezer installs, I attach my phone to a selfie stick. Then I take a video of the back, sides, etc. It is easy to see what is going on. Our install of the tower went well, no kinks in the hoses, nothing falling off. Safety first.

@Tyler_deJong Год назад

Please help. My old stackable had a single 3 prong plug to run everything, washer and dryer. This LG stackable has two plugs, a 3 prong 240V and a standard 120V. Do both need to be plugged in or does the entire unit run off the 240V? Why is there an extra 120V plug?

@DrBDIY Год назад

You can use a 220V three or four prong plug for the dryer. Buy the one that matches your wall outlet. The instructions show you how to wire both. You also use a standard 120v for the washer. If I recall, that wire is included. So two wall outlets are needed.

@juancarlossandoval5628 Год назад

Thank you for this very informative video,, quick question,, have you tried controlling the dryer away from home,, let say you forgot to turn it off and turn it off using the app?

@DrBDIY Год назад

You can use the app to turn it off. Of course, when it is off, you cannot connect again with the app until you turn it on manually.

@nicolem2941 2 года назад

How long are the the dryer vent hose is and the power source cords are? As you custom built the area for yours, mine space is the traditional space Thank you.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

My hoses were 4' long. You can get 5' hoses also. The dryer tube can stretch to 4 feet, maybe longer. I didn't try.

@elizabethduecker1479 2 года назад

Do you by any chance remember how far up from the floor the exhaust hole is on the back of the dryer. I’m having my Lg tower delivered next week. I’m having a dryer box installed in the wall this week and I would like them to line up so the unit can be as close to the wall as possible. Thanks for any info you can provide

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

From the floor to the center of the dryer vent is 41 inches.

@elizabethduecker1479 2 года назад

Thank you SO much!

@jaypaek1 2 года назад

Thanks for your video. Do I need to buy other supplies like horses and dryer vent too?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

It is recommended to replace the hot and cold water inlet hoses, plus a dryer exhaust tube to connect to your hot air output. Some versions of this unit have steam for the dryer, which means you need another water inlet for the dryer.

@mariag8061 Год назад

Great video! What kind of pads do you put on the floor so that you can slide them out easier, if needed?

@DrBDIY Год назад

www.homedepot.com/s/furniture%20sliders?NCNI-5 You the plastic side sliders for carpets. Use the soft side sliders for hard floors. Both have a foam piece on one side that faces up towards the device you are sliding. I don't leave the sliders under the unit when the washer/dryer are in use. The washer/dryer may rock out of place when spinning high! I prefer to remove them and spray a blue window cleaner to get it out of its usage place. Then I would put the sliders on if I was moving it far.

@imhawkeye 2 года назад

This was really helpful. What were the pads you used under the machine while you did the setup/install? Did that come with the unit or something separate that you can post a link to? Thank you.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Check out: www.homedepot.com/b/Storage-Organization-Moving-Supplies-Packing-Supplies-Furniture-Sliders/N-5yc1vZ2fkojw8?NCNI-5&searchRedirect=furniture%2520sliders&semanticToken=d00r20r01122000000_2022031914104474249411020453_us-east4-ncc8%20d00r20r01122000000%20%3E%20%20rid%3A%7Bacce6830d1cb5f6b6d1a5642485bcd81%7D%3Arid%20st%3A%7Bfurniture%20sliders%7D%3Ast%20ct%3A%7Bfurniture%20slider%7D%3Act%20tgr%3A%7BNo%20stage%20info%7D%20nr%3A%7Bfurniture%20slider%7D%3Anr%20qu%3A%7Bfurniture%20slider%7D%3Aqu Usually, the cloth sliders are for hard floors and the plastic sliders are for carpet. I have used plastic on both as in the case of this washer dryer install.

@aliciawilson7113 Год назад

We were told by the installation crew that we couldn't put anything under the machine cause it wouldn't be level

@lindam9024 2 года назад

i watched the your video and disappointed that you didn't show how the unit was actually pushed into the narrow space with out kinking the dryer vent hose. How do you prevent a problem with this or even know if you have a problem after its pushed into place? Thanks

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

It was difficult to video behind the unit. Using the firm dryer vent hose makes it easier not to kink. The cheaper more flexible vent hoses king more.

@andoyskies9855 2 года назад

i noticed the cold water outlet connection to the washer is slightly loose. zoom in you notice water droplet dripping. check it your back is rusting of may cause short circuit the electric.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

In the video? We moved it again after painting the walls. Everything in our install is tight. Thanks.

@949surferdude Год назад

I bought the gas dryer one. Does it use a regular Type B power plug? If so, do I need to do change the wire power cords?

@DrBDIY Год назад

I am not sure. What is the model number? Home Depot has the manuals online.

@abrahamhernandez5719 2 года назад

This might be an stupid question but... is it much heavier than a standard front load washer?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Not a stupid question. I had a stand alone LG electric washer WM4200H_A 201.5 lbs. and dryer 125.3 lbs. The tower unit WKE100H*A / WKG101H*A weighs 310.6 lbs.

@craigfugit997 4 месяца назад

What material is your thin floor slider “contraption” made of? Where did you get it? Thanks, Craig

@DrBDIY 4 месяца назад

It was a piece of plastic sheet we found, about 1/4" thick. It has been around for years, so sorry, unsure where it was obtained. You could try furniture slides under each corner. HD sells them, both with plastic bottoms (for carpets) and felt like bottoms for hard floors. I do use the plastic bottoms for hard floors also.

@DrBDIY 4 месяца назад

Fyi search for Appliance Slider with Pull Strap

@IMiss_The90s Год назад

Anyone have the issue where the chime stops working on the washer but still works on the dryer (when you press buttons)? This happened to mine today. I may have accidentally muted it? But idk how or why or how to correct it. Had this unit almost 2 years.

@DrBDIY Год назад

The dryer plays a melody when the dry cycle is finished. The buttons make a sound each time a button is pressed. Use this button to turn the melody and button tones on or off. • To turn the function on/off, press and hold the Reduce Static button for 3 seconds. The washer plays a melody when the wash cycle is finished. The buttons make a sound each time a button is pressed. Use this button to turn the melody and button tones on or off. • To turn the function on/off, press and hold the Extra Rinse button for 3 seconds

@MM-sj7fs Год назад

Nice setup! But you hv to hold and fill the detergent if you don’t want to use measuring cup.

@DrBDIY Год назад

Thanks for the tip!

@ezequielavina1071 3 месяца назад

Does this unit use less water than normal? I’ve been washing with it for the last couple of days and I’m not used to seeing such a low water level from a washer

@DrBDIY 3 месяца назад

Some LG units (this one) have a smart sensor that calculates the appropriate amount of water. It appears to work very well for us.

@goldmann4893 3 года назад

We've noticed that the time on our dryer initially showed 30 minutes but it barely went down... anyone know if this is supposed to happen or if our machine is messed up? This was our first time trying it.

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

It depends on the cycle you choose. The dryer has some senses some content (weight) and adjusts the time. Try it on a manual cycle and give it the exact temp and time. That should not vary.

@senecadaze 3 года назад

did you check level of floor in back where it slides too

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

Yes, the back right was 1/4" off, so we adjusted that leg.

@jpsm8352 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

You’re welcome 😊

@guyh.4121 2 года назад

You didn’t need the cold water T for the steam drying on back of the dryer?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

I thought my model had steam drying but it didn't. A very similar model has the steam. I am not sure if they are the same model number.

@TimmyTime123 10 месяцев назад

what is the height of the dryer vent from the machine? I ordered mine online and I havent recived it yet. I gotta know before it comes.

@DrBDIY 10 месяцев назад

Are you asking how high the dryer exhaust tube fixture is from the bottom. 74 3/8'' / 2 = about 37'" plus 4 inches = 41, +-. Or are you asking about the upper dryer ventilation grid area, which is 4" from the top, so 70 3/8" to top of ventilation.

@jeffbrewster4363 2 года назад

How much space do I need to the left of the machine to fully open the washer door? I have a wall to the left.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

27 inches wide, so to open all the way sideways, 27 plus inch

@appleSUX1 10 месяцев назад

Question: When you use the STEAM DRYER feature, do you actually see any steam inside the dryer (steam comes from that chrome piece inside the back area) of the dryer? (ours is an electric dryer version, but I believe the gas version also has steam too with that chrome piece where steam comes out)? Anyway, we have the same unit, but when we run the Steam Dryer, we don't see ANY steam inside the dryer, but clearly can hear it making steam and running, just can't see any steam inside or see anything coming out of that hole on that chrome piece where steam comes out). I would appreciate it if you could let me know.

@DrBDIY 10 месяцев назад

The model WKE100HVA show in the video does not have steam drying.

@DrBDIY 10 месяцев назад

Note: WKE100HWE has less drying and washing options compared to WKEX200HWA. For example, the drum light sub-button is not on the WKE100HWE. Steam drying is also not in WKE100HWE.

@appleSUX1 10 месяцев назад

thank you so much. sorry i didn't know that..@@DrBDIY

@Nannerchan 2 года назад

I bought one yesterday but it hasn’t been delivered yet. I’m five feet tall. None of the other washer dryer combos are made for me.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Should be a good height for you.

@Itsme-vo4fx 10 месяцев назад

Can I use both washer and dryer without WiFi (we don’t have WiFi at the location where we are doing the installation) ?

@DrBDIY 10 месяцев назад

You can use it without wifi. Wifi is for app control and notifications, local and remote. I have not seen devices updated over wifi.

@sharonmunoz1548 2 года назад

By any chance did you notice certain sound like a very high beep durning the wash process ?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Typed it wrong. I don't hear a high beep.

@MrRios-kp8zx Год назад

Thanks so much ..

@DrBDIY Год назад

Glad it helped.

@tuck28 2 года назад

Thanks for the video! Where did you get that plastic skid to slide the LG washer around?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

They sell them many places. Search homedepot.com for furniture sliders. Plastic bottom for carpets, fuzzy bottom for hard floors. However, I found that plastic sliders work on tile also.

@tuck28 2 года назад

@@DrBDIY Thanks for the reply! We're looking into the unit but would have to fit it through a 27.5" wide laundry room door frame (our other doors are wider). Do you think we would be able to with the slider trick or is that too narrow based on your experience?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

@@tuck28 Unsure. The dimensions are: (Width X Height X Depth) 27'' X 74 3/8'' X 30 3/8'' (70 cm X 189 cm X 77 cm). This means you have 1/2" of play. The skids need to not overlap 27" either, which is doable. If you are going straight in with no turns in the door, it may work.

@westword6558 Год назад

Is there one power cord for the washer and dryer? Or two separate cords?

@DrBDIY Год назад

One cord

@juancarlossandoval5628 Год назад

hi its me again,, how do we activate the drum light on this model ? thank you

@DrBDIY Год назад

Drum light activation is on the 200 model, not the 100.

@rodsills745 2 года назад

Does anyone know the height from the floor to the center of the dryer vent?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Electric unit (to center of vent:) 41.5" High (from floor) 14.0" From Left side (facing front) There is more detail on the Home Depot site : www.homedepot.com/p/LG-Electronics-27-in-Graphite-Steel-WashTower-Laundry-Center-with-4-5-cu-ft-Front-Load-Washer-and-7-4-cu-ft-Electric-Dryer-WKE100HVA/316391992

@wallyj2000 Год назад

Hi, thank you so much for sharing and a detailed video now that you've had it for quite a while. Do you still recommend it has there been any reliability issues? Thanks.

@DrBDIY Год назад

Still working like new. No issues.

@wallyj2000 Год назад

@@DrBDIY OK, thanks for your quick reply use them in good health

@pwrmac7600 2 года назад

I am contemplating buying this unit to make more room in my small laundry room. How are you feeling about it now that you have had it a little while?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

It is a nice unit and saves space. I have another LG unit that is side by side and larger (WM4200HWA.ABWEEUS, DLEX4200W.ABWEEUS). Both operate somewhat similar.

@alexb7336 3 года назад

So question: Can your phone text you when your load is done for washer or dryer?

@robsea8088 3 года назад

It does, if you allowed it.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Push Alerts - When the cycle is complete, the appliance has problems, or you need to clean the machine, you will receive an alert text. You can see the history of messages in the app. The app also allows you to start/stop the cycle or check the status.

@susanupton2642 2 года назад

just installed today. cannot get washer to stay on...turns on but then shuts off without adding any water or spinning. help!

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Do you have water hoses crossed or not turned on?

@Thebarrioboy2009gma Год назад

Does this washer and dryer combo use 240 outlet?

@DrBDIY Год назад

Yes.

@woodspam9875 3 года назад

Hi. I'm confused about the number of power sources this requires. 1x 240V and 1x 120V or two total outlets? Or can the electric version of this run on one 240V outlet? In your video, you plug it into one 240V and I can't seem to find a clear answer elsewhere. Thanks.

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

One 240V outlet for the dryer and one 120V outlet for the washer. Separate outlets.

@woodspam9875 3 года назад

@@DrBDIY thanks

@Lovely121586 2 года назад

I just received mine yesterday and it was really noisy when it was spinning and shaking the whole machine. This is normal? This is my first LG before I have Samsung and I never had that issue.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Shaking is not normal unless you have one large item of clothing and it is weighted to one side ... Did you level the unit in both front to back and side to side directions using the leveling wrench? Page 24 of instructions. Is the floor level? If not, the feet need to be leveled differently. Also, if the floor is slippery, you are supposed add the non-skid pads. There are other reasons it could shake, such as the washer weights are loose, but that is unlikely.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Also, did you remove the installation bolts used for shipping?

@rpope5 2 года назад

Make sure the delivery guys remove all that white foam from up on at the bottom of the washer mine was making noise 2 delivery guys have left foam up under the bottom of the washer

@bui893 2 года назад

Great video! Any idea what the depth ended up being with the hot/cold hoses installed?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Dimensions (Width X Height X Depth) 27'' X 74 3/8'' X 30 3/8''-depth (70 cm X 189 cm X 77 cm) Maximum Depth with Door Open 55'' (139.6 cm) In the video at about 5 minutes where the thumb is on the tape measure, that is about 30". Which allows room for the dryer vent also. Our area opening was about 36" deep. We had plenty of room left over. Also, consider where your plug is coming out of the wall as that may need two inches if directly behind the unit.

@bui893 2 года назад

@@DrBDIY thx for the quick detailed response. Thinking hard on this unit. Looks great. Working with about 33 inches for depth in a side closet. Hoping to still be able to close the door after installing

@jasonburkholder8533 Год назад

@@bui893 were you able to install it with 33 inches? Currently trying to figure out if I can get it to work in a 32 inch deep space

@bui893 Год назад

@Jason Burkholder it would have forced me to remove the door. I ended up with the 3.8 cu ge spacemaker which was just slightly smaller and that ended up fitting perfectly with the door still on. Hope that helps and good luck!

@jasonburkholder8533 Год назад

@@bui893 bummer! thanks so much for the quick reply. Do you like the spacemaker?

@fearlessvoicee Год назад

Question for you did you need a Y connector for this washer? For the steam?

@DrBDIY Год назад

Hi, please see the description above: Note: WKE100HWE has less drying and washing options compared to WKEX200HWA. For example, the drum light sub-button is not on the WKE100HWE. Steam drying is also not in WKE100HWE.

@fearlessvoicee Год назад

@@DrBDIY OK cause it looked like on the website I did have the steam? Thanks

@DrBDIY Год назад

@Daniel Kinley Fearlessvoicee yes. We thought it had steam and found out during install that it was other model.

@robertlehnhoff9100 Год назад

Quick question. How much does it cost to get that electrical outlet installed. My house doesn't have one of those. Thanks.

@DrBDIY Год назад

The parts in $USD are under $20. The wire will cost more depending on if you are running to the breaker box (dryer) and/or an existing junction box (washer). I had a bid for $300 just for one 100V outlet run to another junction box.

@robertlehnhoff9100 Год назад

@@DrBDIY Thank you so much.

@dianaxolocotzi1438 2 года назад

Where do I find the SSID for the machines at ??

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Install the app. Hold the LG wifi button until it blinks. This means the wifi access point SSID in the LG is active. Now connect your phone's network to the LG SSID. Then run the app. It will find the LG and you can ten tell the LG to use your home network's SSID.

@zest4life33304 4 месяца назад

Please send the link for installation part 2. Thank you.

@DrBDIY 4 месяца назад

Hi. Please look in the video description.

@zest4life33304 4 месяца назад

Thank you for the quick response. I appreciate it. @@DrBDIY

@factsoflifepodcast 3 года назад

Our new house doesn’t have a Gas line, unfortunately it looks like the builder bought a Gas wash tower. Is there a work around this? Or I will have to get an electric dryer 🤦🏾‍♂️

@DrBDIY 3 года назад

I didn't know they made a gas version until you mentioned it and I looked it up. The workaround would be to run a gas line and vent - not an easy DIY job. I would ask the builder to replace the unit with an electric version. Most builders would do that.

@factsoflifepodcast 3 года назад

@@DrBDIY True, thanks!

@bevbs2001 Год назад

I just got this model. My other LG had turbo wash. Does this model have turbo wash?

@bevbs2001 Год назад

@@DrBDIY thanks but how do you do it because I don’t see the option on the control panel. Do you have to download it?

@DrBDIY Год назад

@@bevbs2001 My bad. Apparently, some models have different options. Mine has tub clean mode. But the manual shows Turbo mode which my model doesn't have. The manual covers models WKEX200H*A, where * means various options. From Home Depot reviews: * The colors, the 100 lacks the Turbo 360 feature, the100 has the rose gold trim, and a couple wash cycles are different between the two. Both are very capable machines. * Hello, WKEX200HBA has more drying and washing options.

@bevbs2001 Год назад

@@DrBDIY thanks, yes that’s what mine has tub clean. I’m not complaining, I love the washer and dryer. I thought I was missing something or not understanding the control panel. Thanks for your help 😊

@stephanyereyes9128 2 года назад

Mines are super loud when it spins. Idk what to do about this

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

That is not good. Two ideas come to mind. Did you remove the temporary caps on the feet? Also, did you level the washer according to the instructions? Failure to do both may cause noise.

@starholistic 2 года назад

Great video. Where do I put Downy Unstoppables? Can I put in the fabric softener compartment?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

We don't use them. But I think you have to throw these in the main tub, not the compartments. downy.com/en-us/fabric-softener-tips/how-to-use-downy/how-to-use-scent-beads

@StanleyJ305 2 года назад

Just purchased this unit model WKEX200HBA with steam. I hear people saying they have issues with this machine. Are you having any issues? There was someone saying there’s a puddle of water left in the washer once the load is complete. Other are saying the machine is noisy. And others say they do not last long. What are the pros and cons of this machine to you?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

We haven't had any problems. No left-over water, unusual noise, or problems. Pros: works well, nice design, fits tight spaces.

@StanleyJ305 2 года назад

@@DrBDIY how long have you had this machine? Are the wash times really ridiculous I seen someone said a quick wash was over an hour long.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Received the unit in May 2021. The wash is smart in the sense if you pack it with laundry and do a quick wash, it measures the weight and adjusts the time. Otherwise, if you pack the washer and try to wash in 10 minutes, the clothes are not really cleaning. Others might have problems, not sure. The manual online explains the wash / dry cycles in detail.

@StanleyJ305 2 года назад

@@DrBDIY I take delivery of my machine on Tuesday 12/28 by Best Buy as well as installation. I also purchased an additional 5 years warranty on the machine.

@pixelking_871 3 года назад

The silver 🥈 looks very sleek

@kirkbarnes1095 Год назад

Does this require both a 220v and 1v outlet?

@DrBDIY Год назад

220 for dryers, 120 for washer. Two plugs.

@edwinvillamizar04 2 года назад

The washing machine incorporates water heater?. I ask because I don't have hot water available.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

The washer does not heat water.

@edwinvillamizar04 2 года назад

@@DrBDIY Confirmed with LG technical support and by own tests, that the washing machine has a built-in heating system. That is, if you do not have hot water inlet, this system can replace it, so there is no need for hot water supply. Verified in several tests, in addition all washing machines since 2016 include a water heating System.

@edwinvillamizar04 2 года назад

@bryangoyette5364 2 года назад

That’ll be fun to work on when it breaks

@salvadorm82 2 года назад

When these appliances start to break you might as well replace them.... First is the drain pump, then the hot/cold water inlet valves... Then.... Eff it.... Just replace...

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

I try DIY first. I replaced five parts on older maytag pair that kept them running another four years. Not too difficult after learning from others and cheaper.

@carolinenunez991 Год назад

Where is the SSID found? Or located

@DrBDIY Год назад

The SSID is from your hone network wifi. It is the name of the wifi you connect your devices to.

@jamesales5187 2 года назад

I have a closet depth of 32.75 inches. Will this fit?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

The specs show: Dimensions (Width X Height X Depth) 27'' X 74 3/8'' X 30 3/8''-depth (70 cm X 189 cm X 77 cm) Maximum Depth with Door Open 55'' (139.6 cm) So in the video at about 5 minutes where the thumb is on the tape measure, that is about 30". Which allows room for the dryer vent also. Out opening was about 36" deep. We had plenty of room left over. Also, consider where your plug is coming out of the wall as that may need two inches if directly behind the unit.

@jamesales5187 2 года назад

Thanks you. I’m more concerned about the dryer vent behind the unit. If 2 inches is enough then in good. I was worried that I needed more than 2

@GirlArmy21 2 года назад

Does it have to be on wifi? I want something less complicated.

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

You don't have to use the wifi function.

@gralbr Год назад

What about the water line for the steam feature on the dryer?

@DrBDIY Год назад

Our model did not offer steam. See description above for the steam model number.

@gralbr Год назад

@@DrBDIY It says right in the video that there is a steam connection to the dryer.????

@DrBDIY Год назад

Yes, I thought there was a connection while recording. Quickly we realized there isn't a steam connection, and it was the model in the description above that has steam. Oh well. "Note: WKE100HWE has less drying and washing options compared to WKEX200HWA. For example, the drum light sub-button is not on the WKE100HWE. Steam drying is also in WKEX200HWA."

@123rickdicky 2 года назад

Does the unit come with everything you need parts wise for install? Thanks

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

The water hoses, electric cord and dryer tube might be separate. I am not sure if they have a bundle sale or not. Our parts were separate. Some people may already have electric cords and dryer tubes from previous appliances. I read that it is recommended to always use new water hoses.

@jebataslan9486 2 года назад

Hi.... Can u share.. The washer.. How many in KG?

@DrBDIY 2 года назад

Here are the specs including the weight in KG. Min. / Max. Water Pressure 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Dimensions (Width X Height X Depth) 27'' X 74 3/8'' X 30 3/8'' (70 cm X 189 cm X 77 cm) Maximum Depth with Door Open 55'' (139.6 cm) Net Weight 320 lb (145 kg) Capacity (Washer/Dryer) 4.5 cu.ft. / 7.4 cu.ft. Max. Spin Speed (Washer) 1300 RPM Gas Requirements NG: 4 - 10.5-inch (10.2 - 26.7 cm) WC LP: 8 - 13-inch (20.4 - 33.1 cm) WC Operating Temperature Range 41-95 ℉ (5-35 ℃)

@nycz3576 3 года назад

OMG the PUPPIES!!!!

@angeliquekaber4520 Год назад

Can this vent out from the side with knockouts there

@DrBDIY Год назад

Yes, I think you need a kit too. See page 19 of these instructions: images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/4a/4a69f141-b22e-455b-9ecd-3de8738b4449.pdf

@angeliquekaber4520 Год назад

@@DrBDIY thank you so much.