Spin Only on LG Top Load Washers: The Basics
So you’ve got a heap of clothes that are fresh but soggy, and you just want to squeeze out the water without starting a whole new wash cycle. Enter the Spin Only function on your LG top load washing machine—a feature that’s a lifesaver when you want to speed up drying, separate delicate rinses, or just get clothes dryer before hiking them out. Yes, it’s the secret ninja move of laundry enthusiasts who don’t want to fuss with a full wash.
Using the Spin Only mode can seem like a simple button press, but honesty time: not all LG top loads deliver a straightforward “Spin Only” button. The process is quirky, model-dependent, and sometimes downright sneaky, but we’ll walk you through each step so you can spin like a pro—minus the theatrics.
Step-by-Step: How to Activate Spin Only on Your LG Top Load Washer
Ready to get spinning? Here’s the tried-and-true method to activate Spin Only on most LG top load machines:
- Hit the Power button to awaken your washer from its laundry hibernation.
- Keep your eyes peeled for the Spin button on the control panel and press it. This toggles through spin speed settings.
- If your washer offers multiple spin speeds (think: low, medium, high), pick your poison by pressing Spin repeatedly till your desired speed is highlighted.
- Press the Start/Pause button to launch the spin cycle into action.
Ta-da! Your washer should begin draining any water still hanging around in your clothes, then spin at the speed you’ve selected until the task is complete. And yes, it stops automatically—no need for a referee.
Keep in mind: some users report that their LG models require you to press and hold the Spin button for three seconds to trigger Spin Only. So if it’s playing hard to get, try that little trick.
When Spin Only Goes Rogue: Troubleshooting Tips
Your spin cycle starts, everything’s going great, but suddenly it decides to rinse again? Cue the dramatic pause and a little button gymnastics:
- Right after the spin finishes, press the Pause/Stop button immediately to prevent the washer from watering down your efforts with an unwanted rinse.
- Check if your washer model supports separate rinse and spin cycles. Sometimes, built-in cycles combine steps to save time, but that defeats the purpose of spin-only, doesn’t it?
- If the washer insists on rinsing post-spin, try to manually select Spin Only through your control panel’s custom cycles if available.
For visual aid, there’s a neat video demonstration on YouTube showing how to activate spin only on LG top load washers—sometimes seeing is believing, you feel me?
Not All Models Are Cut from the Same Cloth
LG’s lineup of top load washers is as diverse as a laundry basket full of socks. Some machines have a dedicated Spin Only button. Others combine functions or require holding down buttons for a few seconds. Here’s what you should know:
- The LG WT7300CV model notably supports Spin Only by pressing and holding the Spin button for 3 seconds—simple and elegant.
- Other models might need you to cycle through the options with the Spin button before pressing Start/Pause.
- Consulting your specific LG support page can confirm exact instructions for your washer, so you don’t accidentally spin your socks off.
Different strokes for different folks, but once you get the hang of it, Spin Only mode is a godsend for those