Get more water for your LG front-loader

[@jercasgav]

Isn't it sick that the govt and elites are so obsessed with micro managing us we cannot even choose to buy what type of washing machines we need for our own situations?! Thanks for the help this is great! We deserve to choose what we need to get the results necessary.

[@melissaslabodaguzik6236]

Thank You so much for creating this video!!! My husband works very hard and sweats a lot. About a month after using my LG front loading washing machine all of our clothes (his especially) began to stink! I could not figure it out until one day I watched it spinning around dirty sweaty clothes with next to no water. Everyone I spoke to kept telling me it was the washer itself that was smelly but that did not add up. You are right! It takes water to clean clothes. How are you going to get oils and sweat out of clothing without HOT WATER with soap rinsing the oils out??? Doing this to my LG made an immediate difference and now my laundry is clean. This problem also explained why my sheets and towels were feeling and smelling funky even after washing them 2-3 times in a row back to back. It's because they were STILL DIRTY. For all the water I was supposedly "saving" I was using 3 times the electrical and still getting stinky bacteria filled clothes.

[@rominvirani5626]

👌👌👌👌👌

[@yoyohooyo]

None of the new machines are any good, None. I suspect the EPA shoved this junk down our throats.

[@marktaylor1469]

After 8 years of saying I don't like the washing machine because it does not get enough water in it, had to change drain pump today and stumbled on to your video. Thank you for posting i really appreciate it.

[@kmsedwick]

I have this same washer, we live in South America bought it earlier this year. It’s our second LG front load and that one lasted 14 years. I was surprised at the low water level and my laundry was coming out stiff and scratchy. Adding a few buckets of water worked and my laundry was coming out much cleaner and softer but there was no way adding buckets to each load was going to be a long-term solution. I found your video, confirmed this adjustment on some other repair sites, and it was an super easy fix. Thanks!

[@barcelona2112]

Now this is a proper "how to" video. No bull crap. Right to the job. Well explained. I'd let this guy remodel my home.

[@Sudz-j7l]

Omg, thanks so much for posting this!! I regretted buying this washer immediately and unfortunately was unable to meet the 48hr mark to try a load of laundry and wasn’t allowed to return it - so frustrating! There’s NO way your clothes are “clean” if half of them come out completely DRY!! It didn’t even work when I did very small laundry loads or used the various options. Even the LG tech guy who came to look at it said it worked fine... ugh Anyways, this was a super easy fix and it worked! 2 full turns to the right did the trick (used a flat head screwdriver). The only thing I did different was instead of scraping the loctite glue with a knife, I softened it by applying nail polish remover with a Qtip. I was so scared I was gonna use too much pressure with the knife, it really is a super delicate contraption. Plus I felt like the knife was too big to force between the screw and the glue. I also had to stabilize it with my hand while I made the 2 turns, so just need to be extra careful! On a side note, I don’t think I’ll ever recommend to anyone to get a front load washer... it takes twice the time as a top load one and you always have to leave the lid open so the inside completely dries otherwise you get mold

[@Ohkeh640]

Clothes come out dry due to the spin cycle

[@mikeboston421]

@@Ohkeh640 nope, bs

[@mattjones4880]

Thanks, I live in the UK and have a LG 9kg washer. I was finding clothes not as clean and fresh as my old machine and realised hardly any water in the main wash. That's all changed thanks and was really easy to adjust. Hardest job was getting the lid off! Wash results are great now👍

[@macbaker8477]

Excellent video Frank! I have an LG front load that me and my wife got as a wedding present 10 years ago! It has been rock solid and the only repair we've had to do on it was the "COLD WATER" valve that controls that cold water that is fed into the drum when you wash a load of clothes needed to be replaced because it was leaking down through the bottom of the washer on the inside and leaking onto the floor! Your spot on about how water is an integral part of how clean your clothes ultimately are and the front-load washers are notorious for being very conservative with the amount of water you get in your wash cycles! The way I've been able to overcome this issue with the front-load washers is to use the "Permanent Press" cycle or the "Delicate Cycle" plus I use the add more water selection that is on the control panel on my LG Washer! It makes a heck of a difference and my clothes are clean and have no odor as well as my stainless steel tub and the large rubber seal around the opening of the door since I wipe it down after every single wash! I also take out the laundry detergent dispenser and rinse it off to make sure there are no soap residues on it and wipe the inside of the washer where the detergent dispenser goes! :-) I might have to try your little "Trick" for adding more water at some point especially since my LG is now 10 years old and has been out of warranty for almost 7 years! It has been awesome though for sure! Take care big "Frank"! Mac Baker

[@Pluscount]

Thanks Mac. If your LG is 10 years old chances are it uses plenty of water. They started really cutting back on the amount of water they use in 2015 to comply with federal regulations and in 2018 the cutback was draconian.

[@macbaker8477]

@@Pluscount That would explain why you are even taking the time to do this video! Yes we got our LG Washer/Dryer combo in 2009 when we got married! :-) Mac

[@renee3869]

Thank you!!!!! Worked out perfectly. Prior to doing this, I washed a load and I noticed that some of the clothes were still dry. After trying this out, my clothes were finally clean. 😊

[@Jim-fe6gl]

Very nice! Did that to mine 1.5 years ago with about 2 full turns on the trim pot. Still working well. Clothes don't smell anymore after washing. That's the way it should be. I only had two choices, adjust the water level or return both washer and dryers as they are a matched set. So much valid complaints from my wife before the adjustment. Can't be happier now. It is a very good front load washer just needed more water!

[@Ohkeh640]

Which way do I rotate the screw

[@Jim-fe6gl]

@@Ohkeh640 Turn it clockwise to increase water. 2 full turns worked best for me. Still working well. No issues at all.

[@seatime674]

@@Jim-fe6gl Would you say 2 full turns adds a gallon?

[@Jim-fe6gl]

@@seatime674 It is hard to say. Maybe 3 gallons. Before, you can't even see the water. Just some slightly damp clothes. After 2 turns, clothes are under water.

[@seatime674]

@@Jim-fe6gl I'll probably do 1 full turn i don't want the water to come all the way up to the bottom lip opening maybe a few inches under👌

[@Vibe_Relaxation]

Omg!!!! It works !!!! Save yourself the headache and the feeling of being robbed!!! Don't use too much detergent once you have done this adjustment. Thanks to all who have made a video on this issue . Confirmation was what was needed .

[@Vibe_Relaxation]

If you see the screw that replicates what on video it can be adjusted . The LG techs are clueless on this if you voted for Trump

[@greenmarine5]

Thanks for the video, Every time I have followed consumer reports best buy, it's lasted about 2 to 3 years, I'll never follow them again. I always shop and buy by customer/consumers reviews they have never steered me wrong

[@svenandaas8781]

Thanks for the video Frank. My wife loves her LG washer, now that I adjusted the water sensor. Note: I only turned the adjustment screw 1 complete turn to the right.

[@Blurain1225]

Hate to burst you're bubble, but doing this actually voids your warranty because you tampered with the inner workings of your washer. So now if anything goes wrong with the machine, you will be the one paying for the part you have to replace or fix.

[@svenandaas8781]

@@Blurain1225 Thanks for the heads-up on warranty void. I knew this before I started this job. I fix all my stuff in the house/car/RV/etc. Most important thing is, my wife is happy with the way the washer operates. It cleans better and very few wrinkles in the clothes now. Happy wife, happy life.

[@Blurain1225]

@@svenandaas8781 well let's just hope nothing goes wrong with it.

[@normkirk65]

@@Blurain1225 How will "they" know ?? If "they" need to come over to do a repair in the future then you simply turn it back.

[@weldingandstuff]

@@normkirk65 you said exactly what I was about to say.

[@cindyh9907]

Ok now I don't feel like I'm losing my mind. I always feel like my clothes are dry! Not even washed. I will take a shirt out and half of it will be completely dry and its infuriating. Especially waiting for an hour or more for a load to have it not be washed. I have kids and many loads of laundry and spending an entire weekend rehashing the same loads does not work for me. Plus my gym clothes were so musty smelling. Now I know why. The sensor clearly is not factoring the size of the load and the water amount needed to *properly* wash all the clothes. I'm 40 minutes into a load now that doesn't have any visible water. Making the middle of the load of clothes dry. I cannot wait to try this technique. CANNOT WAIT! (We're already past warranty coverage, and I'll be taking notes from commenters above to cautiously twist the screw) thanks for sharing 👏👏👏

[@jrm523]

Also, I wanted to mention.. liquid detergent build up over time in side loaders and causes mildew in the drum. Powdered detergent or powdered packets have a different chemical composition and actually help to prevent buildup of mold. Another piece of info that I wanted to share is if your front loader stinks, you can do a shock treatment to clean it up. Use one or two powdered dishwasher tablets, 1/4 cup of salt, and two gallons of vinegar. Load your side loader with towels and pour the vinegar on them so that they are completely soaked. Run the washer on the longest/hottest cycle with extra rinse. Lastly, clean the drain catch filter and your washer should smell much better.

[@pedrosmyth8366]

This does not make a lot of sense. Dishwashing detergents are alkaline, vinegar is the opposite (acidic); adding one to the other will neutralize them--reducing the effectiveness of each. Using a HOT water cycle does work: mildew is killed at temperatures above 140F.

[@jrm523]

Thank you very much. I wish I would have run across your video before I stacked my units and placed them in the small closet.

[@aubreywalker9277]

Did you ever try to adjust after having them stacked ?

[@willyjankins4793]

One of my best friends got his degree from Ole Miss. He is just as smart and gung-ho as you seem to be. Also, I really liked your video on the Lincoln sandwich steamer.

[@mamacyn23]

I'm so upset! I followed the directions, but the "screw" looks more like a plastic washer and although I was careful, it stripped and started ripping apart. I'm considering buying a new part just so I can get more water because the lack of water is frustrating! Thank you! Your video was most helpful!

[@steph15hudgins]

What did u do i stripped mines too

[@TheOutout1234]

@@steph15hudgins you can look up the part number, and purchase it from amazon.

[@seatime674]

How did you strip it just by turning it to the right

[@ic1815]

Excellent. Just did mine - absolutely love it. The way it should be.

[@samueltheoriginal]

Wow, I’ve had my wm4000 for just about two weeks my clothes are the cleanest I’ve ever seen. Perhaps too soon to tell but I’m blown away so thankfully don’t think I’ll have to do this at the moment. Wonder if they’ve sort of re-designed the water intake? My washer gets plenty water true not as much as my old Maytag top loader but incredibly enough my clothes come out cleaner.

[@wmgthilgen]

Using White Distilled Vinigar, washes the clothes considerably better, cost less, and it doesn't accumulate on the outside of the drum. It can also be utilzed as fabric softner. The only thing is, it doesn't proved the nice smell softener's do. But then it also doesn't accumulate on the outside of the drum either. Because it considerably more water solible than soap, one can utilize a bit more than the new HE which states using only a table spoon. Water and detergent such as Distilled White Vinegar, clean's cloths. Not less water and normal degergent which eventualll due to the lack of water, will accumulate faster.

[@rominvirani5626]

thanks Frank❤❤. This was exactly i needed to know

[@lwarfield52]

This is perfect! Thank you, Frank! (:

[@FuzzyGlowCar]

Use caution when doing this. I followed his suggestion by turning it all the way then dialing it back a bit. I was overjoyed when I saw how much water was in the machine and seeing my clothes finally getting a good saturation. My sheets used to never get very clean and my clothes had a musty smell but after doing this those issues disappeared. BUT THEN DISASTER STRUCK. As I smugly went about relaxing in the adjacent room while it was washing, I suddenly heard a loud pop followed by a massive flood of water pouring in under the door. The pressure build up was apparently too much and the door popped open flooding the house with a full load of water. After cleaning and dialing it back a bit more I did a few more loads but this time I wedged a board between the washer door and the wall to keep it from flying open. I did a few more loads but then an aftershock happened when it flooded out. I caught it before it was totally flooded and the board did it’s job keeping the door closed but I had another flood to clean up. So yes, this does work and makes a huge difference in how clean your clothes will get but I highly recommend only turning the screw half as much as you might be inclined to and definitely keep a shop vac nearby. Oh and a side effect is a very clean tile floor.

[@Pluscount]

I haven't had any problem but a weak lock could certainly pose some risk.

[@erossinema8797]

You have a weak door latch and you turned the screw too much

[@quel-lie8561]

I know this video was 5 years ago (things have NOT gotten any better) but just wondering if anyone has a newer machine-Maytag that they tried this on? This is my second machine in a year and STILL not giving enough water😠

[@normkirk65]

It seems to me that when they build these things in the factory, they are arbitrarily setting this water level control way too low ! If all it takes is a very slight turn of this adjustment screw, then it really should not be a big deal for the home owner to do so. HOWEVER.........A washing machine in this day and age should simply get the clothes clean without having to disassemble the works, and then hope we don't "turn the screw" too much and cause a flood inadvertently. Simple !

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

They do, because its a competition between all washers as to how little power, water. etc that they need to use.

[@PeterGregg]

Just ordered a 3500. Are you still super happy with this result?

[@Pluscount]

Yup.

[@sandramoe1545]

I just tried to do this on a new lg washing machine since i am so disappointed with clothes not being washed properly and it is not possible to turn the adjuster inside, it seems to be silicon on the outside or some form of glue holding it in place, what do i do? It is stamped 2021 04 21

[@akielschmidt8984]

if you watch the video closer, he says to use a small knife or razor to scrape the red lock-tight off the screw hole, then proceed carefully with a flathead screw driver

[@loveenjoy9219]

Wow......thank you....... I like washing with more water too. Water cleans clothes .!!!!!!!

[@terriannjones-derby2631]

Thank you this worked perfectly 👏

[@frederickstarks3863]

Thank you I thought something was wrong with my washer I'm thinking how can the clothes get clean with no water splashing around it 😅 thank you for this video

[@steve8803]

Is that 1h37minutes for the cycle? That's crazy. My top loader with agitator does a heavy duty and double rinse in half that time. And, it uses way more water. Which is fine by me as my water is a flat rate fee.

[@Linda-pd1du]

Thank You SOOOOOO MUCH I was getting ready to throw it over the balcony. The Loc tite was red but I used my hair dryer to soften it then it turned. I then called an appliance man that sold them I asked him if he had any problems with not enough water. He said OH Yes I asked if there was anything he could do he said NO! EPA regs. BUT. The new GE loaders gives tons of water now. LOLOLOL. I just said THANK YOU Have a nice Day!

[@photolabguy]

Do you have to reapply the glue so it doesn't turn on it's own?

[@Pluscount]

No

[@Michael-vr6xz]

I did this and now my "Hot Water" setting does not get the water hot. The hot water line works as does the hot water input valve, but even on hot it goes pre wash cold, then a bit later it lets in a bit hot, the fills more with the "main wash" with the cold line. just doesn't let much hot water in. So even on Hot it is still washing in cool water. Col, After you made the adjustment have you tried the "Hot Water" option? If you pause it while washing and open the door and feel the water, is it hot?

[@mauricel.ramirez6533]

i just did the adjustment and my water is doing the same thing... even on the steam setting

[@jerrylarson5135]

@@mauricel.ramirez6533 in my "research", the two problems are somewhat related....they don't want us using water and they don't want us using fuel to heat the water...we are left with barely wet, cold wash cycles. couple things, first, I use "Towels" now (even after adjustment) to get enough water. I guess the machine knows towels absorb more. Second, I came up with a work around for the hot water. It is kind of a pain, but really not too bad if you really like hot water cycle like I do. I put a Y on the hot water source tap, with both sides set to OPEN. Then I put a Y on the 'cold water in' on the back of the machine. I have one hot water line going to hot in, one hot water line going to the Y on the cold in, and the other side of the Y is the cold water line. (you need three lines to do this). The Y at the hot tap stays open so i just used the little brass Y with open levers that are hard to open but you never need to move them. For the "Cold Water In" Y I used a Y that has bigger levers that are easier to move. So for every load I want hot, I run on "cold water", but I close the cold and open the hot at the cold water in Y. Then at about 45 minutes, when the machine is on rinse, I close the hot and open the cold, for cold rinse. for the hot water tap Y: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N9QQCJP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 for the cold water in Y: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019MS0HK8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@mauricel.ramirez6533]

@@jerrylarson5135 thank you sir, I’ll definitely look into this!

[@antwain7942]

Only use h.e. detergent. And only the recommended amount. You should barely be able to see any suds. If that doesn't work, then you should have bought Electrolux! My Electrolux and my siblings Electrolux work great and we all have dirty kids laundry to clean......... Front load washers clean by the clothes tumbling against each other and dropping the clothes in and out of the water. PS put wax back over the screw. It'll keep moisture out it

[@robbiemiddlebrooks8188]

Try using the Tide Pods or Gain flings! They way better on your clothes inside the front loads

[@marcuspolo9106]

How many turns should u do on the screw

[@halc.2899]

Or you can buy the LG that has Turbowash. Watch a video on that and you will feel better about the machine washing clothes even though it is working on rinse cycles. It just keeps the clothes much wetter until it gets to spin cycle.

[@daphnamundelboim2715]

THANKS !! Working great ! How much detergent do you use? up to MAX line or less ? ' do you also put detergent for the pre-wash cycle?

[@Pluscount]

I don't use much detergent and haven't been using prewash.

[@bwbounds]

I've been using normal line on soap dispenser. I took a washed towel and put in clean bucket of water, whole bucket then filled soap. next time I'm using half as much. with that amount suds in this video he will definitely have soap still in washed clothes.

[@bwbounds]

using normal line on soap dispenser it took 3 extra rinses to get a clean towel.

[@Pluscount]

@@bwbounds Use less soap!

[@mr.shinchan9256]

Sir how can i increase my drum speed?

[@Pluscount]

I don't think you can. These washers have a really fast spin speed as it is.

[@LimitedWarranty]

Increase the amps, find the screw and turn it clockwise 1/4 turn. I’m not going to show you how’s it’s done but you get the idea.

[@thewhippingwhisk553]

After doing the adjustment my machine now releases a burning metal smell. This happens everything I wash. The heat is coming from the top where all the wires are. Did anyone experience this?

[@Pluscount]

No idea. Maybe turn screw back to left a little.

[@thewhippingwhisk553]

@@Pluscount yes that worked, thank you :)

[@fresa6168]

Thank You 🙏 that worked 😀

[@zanderday4466]

I have the same machine - brand new - it sucks !- I can only get clothes clean by dumping 2 or 3 gallons of piping hot water in with the clothes. sure like your idea much more workable. miss my old low tech top loader! whats wrong with the LG engineers do they want us all walking around with dirty clothes!

[@Ohkeh640]

All front loaders don’t fill up enough now I think

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

hah wow there ya go the way ive always done is put a hose pipe in thru the powder drawer. slowly fill it rather than flat out but this is handy. Not sure the wife wants me pulling the top off our brand new thousand dollar plus washer just yet hahaha

[@SarahSafi]

Wow thank you!

[@engma91477]

I did this to my old lg 24 inch model washer🙂

[@Bobaheisenberg]

I have the same set

[@pablogarcia5444]

Good video Colonel, by chance do you know the model#

[@pablogarcia5444]

Disregard, saw it in description, how satisfied are you with the pair overall?

[@Pluscount]

@@pablogarcia5444 With more water I am very satisfied. High spin speed really gets water out of clothes before putting in drying. Not sure a cheaper dryer wouldn't be as good but nice to have matched pair.

[@robbiemiddlebrooks8188]

Never use extra rinse with the pods your throw inside the washer! It’s not needed

[@sabasandrokanchashvili7086]

Just pour water in detergent tray 💁

[@ericdolby1622]

I would be depressed if i lived in commifornia

[@willydilly9020]

Trump Lost.

[@ericdolby1622]

@@willydilly9020 sad isn't it. And everything has gone down the tubes since. I have never been so personally effected in a negative way by an administration. I believe they are trying to sink this country.

[@rstranghoner]

Here's a thought. Don't buy a side load washing machine. Lol

[@deeeeeeps]

Other videos were better.

[@tk000]

They're designed to clean with less water by using varying wash motions and longer cycles. All you've accomplished is voiding your warranty.

[@Pluscount]

Water is what gets clothes clean, period. I don't care about the warranty.

[@tk000]

Soap and friction are what do the cleaning, genius. I've done large loads of towels that get cleaned just fine. If "water is what gets clothes clean", then try doing a load of laundry with zero soap and let me know how it works out. Your problem sounds like an obvious case of ignorant user error that just results in wasting unnecessary water.

[@Pluscount]

@@tk000 Yep. Soap, too. But plenty of water is needed.

[@khalilt6508]

tk000 If your so concerned about voiding warranty and using too much water why are you watching this video? Dingbat

[@khalilt6508]

tk000 Water is needed to clean period. Try washing your clothes with a teaspoon of water.

[@irairlanda5486]

Thank you but it's very boring.

[@crescendo2441]

Thanks for this. Another trick is to pre-wet the clothes before putting them into the drum or just pour half a bucket of water in there before closing the door. But these don't solve the lack of water in the rinse cycles.