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Name: LG - 5.0 Cu. Ft. 14-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Top-Loading Washer - White
Brand: LG
SKU: 1539022
Price: 912.99 USD
Rating: 4.7 (906 reviews)

LG - 5.0 Cu. Ft. 14-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Top-Loading Washer - White

Model:: WT5680HWA; |
SKU:: 1539022

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QuestionWash Cycle is rotating very slowJust had this washer delivered yesterday. The wash cycle barely moves the clothes around. Is it working correctly? The spin cycle is great. Put towels in and placed on the towels setting...towels did not get sucked down to the bottom...just barely moved back and forth during wash time. Is this how the machine supposed to work or do I need to return it?
Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer I have the same problem but the clothes smell great but doesn’t clean well. The towel and clothes keep the stains
  Answered 4 years ago by Charles17
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Questionwhen starting a load and water coming into machineAfter I push the start button the water starts drawing in and then a loud stop and start several times before water level is reached and then starts to wash. Is this normal? Have only used on the express wash with new sheets and wanted to ask before using again.
Asked 11 years ago by Kat.
- Answer Hi Kat, Thank you for your inquiry. When you wash your clothes in the LG 5.2 Cu. Ft. 14-Cycle Mega-Capacity High-Efficiency Steam Top-Loading Washer, Model # WT5680HVA, after you have turned the machine on and selected your cycles, within five minutes of selecting your cycle, you will have to press the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. The lid will lock and then the machine will agitate briefly without water to weigh the clothes. This is normal. You mentioned something about a "loud stop!" How loud is it? You might want to keep an eye on that. It is normal for the machine to make a sound when it stops, but you will know from the sound as to whether or not it needs servicing or repair...IFV
  Answered 11 years ago by LG Digital Customer Care
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Questionhow much clearance is required for this machine when the top is lifted?
Asked 11 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer The LG 5.2 Cu. Ft. 14 Cycle Mega-Capacity, High-Efficiency Top- Loading Washer with Steam, Model WT5680HWA if 55 3/4" tall with the lid open!...IFV
  Answered 11 years ago by LG Digital Customer Care
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QuestionReliability of WT5680HWAConsumer Reports gave this washer a really high rating but failed to give it a recommended status because they said that the LG TOP LOADERS have a bad repair history. I think this is a relatively new machine but for those who has owned this for a while, how do you find its reliability... any repair issues yet?
Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Ours was defective from day one. It took almost 2 months to resolve the issue. Our machine still does not wash clothes very well at all. We are very disappointed.
  Answered 10 years ago by Upset
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QuestionHow long does average wash cycle last?I had a front load, and the average cycle was an hour. How long does the average load take on this washer?
Asked 10 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer It varies widely depending on load size and which wash cycle you choose. Cotton/normal cycle with an average load size takes around 40 minutes.
  Answered 10 years ago by Momof2
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Questionwhat are the different temperature settings in terms of degrees? Especially want to know what temperatures the sanitary and the tub clean features use and for how long?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer The temperature coming from your hot and cold water faucets will determine how hot or how cold the water being used in the ENERGY STAR® Qualified LG - 5.0 Cu. Ft. 14-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Top-Loading Washer - White, Model # WT5680HWA is and all temperature variations in between. This washer has 5 wash temperatures, Extra Hot, Hot, Warm, Cold and Tap Cold. All rinses are use Tap Cold water and the temperature depends on the temperature of the cold water at the faucet. The Hot setting will be as hot as what you have your water heater set at. Whether you have a gas or electric water heater, the default temperature set from the factory will be between 120ºF to 140ºF. It is estimated that the average water heater temperature is set to 130ºF in the United States. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) recommends setting your water heater at 120ºF. OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration), on the other hand, recommends setting your water heater thermostat at 140ºF under certain circumstances. For the Sanitary cycle, the internal heating element increases the temperature of incoming water to over 160ºF and is capable of killing dust mites, germs, and bacteria and carries the National Sanitation Foundation, or “NSF Certified” label. For the cycles that introduce the Steam option such as the Tub Clean, Heavy Duty, Bulky Bedding, BrightWhites™, and Allergiene™ cycles, water turns to steam at 212ºF at standard temperature and pressure...^IFV
  Answered 9 years ago by LG Digital Customer Care
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QuestionI am having a issue with my machine always going out of balance. I have tried everything- rearranging, the types of clothes I put together. I end up pulling half out and running it through the rinse cycle.
Asked 9 years ago by Help.
- Answer Welcome to the club. The only solution we have found is to run large loads only. Since I find this inconvenient, I often wind up having to monitor a small load and repeatedly adjust the clothes. Why it has problems with small loads and not with large loads is an issue for the LG engineers. LG, by the way, must know about this problem by now. They are certainly not replacing machines having this issue.
  Answered 9 years ago by seniorshopper
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QuestionThe water pressure in my home isn't very good, will this cause a problem with a new washer?
Asked 11 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Your inquiry is appreciated! The water supply pressure for the LG 5.2 cubic foot 14-cycle Mega-Capacity High-Efficiency Steam, Top-Loading Washer Model # WT5680HWA should be between 14.5 psi (100~800 kPa). If its higher than 16 psi then you will have to install a pressure reducing valve. If on the other hand, the pressure is lower than 14.5 psi, your washing may take longer and the performance and efficiency of the washer definitely will be affected. Definitely reach out to a qualified plumber to get this rectified. You might even get pipe knocking!...IFV
  Answered 11 years ago by LG Digital Customer Care
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QuestionLG model Wt5680HWA— Wash cycle jets stopped working but the rinse cycle jets STILL work. How do I fix it?
Asked 4 years ago by Tiko.
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QuestionIn regards to Model WT5680HWA: the top loading washer leaks from the bottom right and makes a rather large puddle of water in the front left. We have had two repairmen who have not been able to repair it. They see where the water is dripping from. Thanks!
Asked 6 years ago by NovaScotia.
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QuestionWe have water inside the detergent tray and a small amount left in the tub following each wash. Is this normal?
Asked 8 years ago by Lisa.
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QuestionWhat is mechanical and/or electrical inside that makes the LoDecibal quiet operation able to keep quiet?
Asked 8 years ago by Jwvv.
- Answer Hey Jww- This video breaks down LoDecibel™ for you: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=8hgA3nFBunc
  Answered 8 years ago by LG Digital Customer Care
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QuestionI was telling my husband about the steam option on washers and he was concerned that with our hard water it could get it clogged up if the steam jets are narrow. Do you know whether that's an issue?
Asked 8 years ago by jclang14.
- Answer There are filters on the inlet valves that filter the minerals from hard water as it enters the machine. Hard water has not been a reoccurring issue for our machines.
  Answered 8 years ago by LG Digital Customer Care
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QuestionIf your short can you reach the bottom of the tub to remove all clothes
Asked 9 years ago by Sandee.
- Answer It is tough if you are a shorter person to reach the bottom. My wife asks me to grab the remaining socks on the bottom after the wash cycle. I am 5 11 with no issues but she is 5 4.
  Answered 8 years ago by Gotgeese
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QuestionI have a WT5101 HV model what would be the current model close to this model?
Asked 9 years ago by gains.
- Answer The LG 4.5 cu. ft. Ultra Large Capacity High Efficiency Top Load Washer, Model # WT1501HV is a 2011 model and there have been several other comparable models since. The ENERGY STAR® Qualified LG 5.0 cu.ft. MEGA Capacity TurboWash™ Washer with Steam, Model # WT5680HVA could be considered as being "close" to your unit...^IFV
  Answered 9 years ago by LG Digital Customer Care
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Questioncan you turn off the steam cycle
Asked 9 years ago by gains.
- Answer Yes, you can turn off the steam cycle.
  Answered 9 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionCan sport equipment be washed? like Hockey pads
Asked 9 years ago by sportsfan.
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Questionwhat are the hight and width of the washer and dryer
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Here are the dimensions for this product: 45.38"H x 27"W x 28.38"D.
  Answered 9 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionWhat does the error code mean? My washer stopped mid-cycle and a 2-letter code "cd" . I restarted after a pause and everything worked great again. Is there a list of these codes somewhere for future reference?
Asked 9 years ago by arkiebird.
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QuestionDo you have this machine as 220V?
Asked 9 years ago by Mone.
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LG - 5.0 Cu. Ft. 14-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Top-Loading Washer - White

Q: Questionhow much clearance is required for this machine when the top is lifted?

Q: QuestionHow long does average wash cycle last?I had a front load, and the average cycle was an hour. How long does the average load take on this washer?

Q: Questionwhat are the different temperature settings in terms of degrees? Especially want to know what temperatures the sanitary and the tub clean features use and for how long?

Q: QuestionI am having a issue with my machine always going out of balance. I have tried everything- rearranging, the types of clothes I put together. I end up pulling half out and running it through the rinse cycle.

Q: QuestionThe water pressure in my home isn't very good, will this cause a problem with a new washer?

Q: QuestionLG model Wt5680HWA— Wash cycle jets stopped working but the rinse cycle jets STILL work. How do I fix it?

Q: QuestionIn regards to Model WT5680HWA: the top loading washer leaks from the bottom right and makes a rather large puddle of water in the front left. We have had two repairmen who have not been able to repair it. They see where the water is dripping from. Thanks!

Q: QuestionWe have water inside the detergent tray and a small amount left in the tub following each wash. Is this normal?

Q: QuestionWhat is mechanical and/or electrical inside that makes the LoDecibal quiet operation able to keep quiet?

Q: QuestionI was telling my husband about the steam option on washers and he was concerned that with our hard water it could get it clogged up if the steam jets are narrow. Do you know whether that's an issue?

Q: QuestionIf your short can you reach the bottom of the tub to remove all clothes

Q: QuestionI have a WT5101 HV model what would be the current model close to this model?

Q: Questioncan you turn off the steam cycle

Q: QuestionCan sport equipment be washed? like Hockey pads

Q: Questionwhat are the hight and width of the washer and dryer

Q: QuestionWhat does the error code mean? My washer stopped mid-cycle and a 2-letter code "cd" . I restarted after a pause and everything worked great again. Is there a list of these codes somewhere for future reference?

Q: QuestionDo you have this machine as 220V?

Questionhow much clearance is required for this machine when the top is lifted?

QuestionHow long does average wash cycle last?I had a front load, and the average cycle was an hour. How long does the average load take on this washer?

Questionwhat are the different temperature settings in terms of degrees? Especially want to know what temperatures the sanitary and the tub clean features use and for how long?

QuestionI am having a issue with my machine always going out of balance. I have tried everything- rearranging, the types of clothes I put together. I end up pulling half out and running it through the rinse cycle.

QuestionThe water pressure in my home isn't very good, will this cause a problem with a new washer?

QuestionLG model Wt5680HWA— Wash cycle jets stopped working but the rinse cycle jets STILL work. How do I fix it?

QuestionIn regards to Model WT5680HWA: the top loading washer leaks from the bottom right and makes a rather large puddle of water in the front left. We have had two repairmen who have not been able to repair it. They see where the water is dripping from. Thanks!

QuestionWe have water inside the detergent tray and a small amount left in the tub following each wash. Is this normal?

QuestionWhat is mechanical and/or electrical inside that makes the LoDecibal quiet operation able to keep quiet?

QuestionI was telling my husband about the steam option on washers and he was concerned that with our hard water it could get it clogged up if the steam jets are narrow. Do you know whether that's an issue?

QuestionIf your short can you reach the bottom of the tub to remove all clothes

QuestionI have a WT5101 HV model what would be the current model close to this model?

Questioncan you turn off the steam cycle

QuestionCan sport equipment be washed? like Hockey pads

Questionwhat are the hight and width of the washer and dryer

QuestionWhat does the error code mean? My washer stopped mid-cycle and a 2-letter code "cd" . I restarted after a pause and everything worked great again. Is there a list of these codes somewhere for future reference?

QuestionDo you have this machine as 220V?