What is recorded for LBW243
Summit LBW243 — Load configuration: Front Load.
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Summit LBW243
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Washing machine · US market · 48 owner topics
Summit Front Load washers
Specifications for LBW243 with owner checks for this product design. Use the matching manual for control sequences and replacement parts.
Specifications & model details
LBW243: model-specific checks
Locate the product identification, distinguish a model from a serial number, and use the exact model to find compatible documents and service information.
Owner guide: Find and use your washer’s model number
Category & symptom guidance
Find and use your washer’s model number
Why the model matters
A washer’s model number identifies a product family and its configuration. It is the best starting point for finding the correct owner’s manual, installation instructions, parts information, and dimensions. Washers that look alike can differ in controls, dispensers, installation requirements, or available cycles, so do not assume another unit’s instructions apply.
The serial number is a separate identifier for an individual appliance. Retail listings may also use a shortened model name, a color suffix, or a sales number. Match the full designation shown on the washer with documents that explicitly cover it or its exact family. If a document says that a feature is available only on some models, confirm that your particular washer includes it.
Where to look
Check the product label attached to the washer. Its location varies by design and product: a top-load washer may place identification under the lid, while a front-load model may have it on a frame area visible around the door opening or elsewhere on the cabinet. Consult the manual if the label is not readily visible. Avoid pulling the washer away from the wall or dismantling anything just to search for a label.
Read the complete model designation carefully, including letters, numbers, and suffixes. A character can distinguish finish or a product revision. If the label is hard to read, use a flashlight and take a close, glare-free photo; compare it against the retailer invoice or delivery paperwork as a secondary check, not a replacement for the appliance label.
Match documents before acting
Search the manufacturer’s support site using the complete model number. Confirm the document title, model coverage, language, and publication details before relying on a measurement, installation step, or control instruction. Owner manuals explain normal use; installation instructions address hookup and clearances; specification sheets summarize selected product facts. One document may not include every requirement.
As a clearly named example, the GE Profile PTWN6250M manual says its model and serial labels are under the lid. That location is specific to the named example and should not be generalized to other GE washers or brands. The LG WM4000H*A manual is likewise an exact-family document; its information should not be applied to another LG model simply because the controls or cabinet look similar.
When the label or match is uncertain
If a label is missing, damaged, or obscured, contact the manufacturer or retailer with the purchase record and clear photos of the washer. Ask them to identify the product before ordering a part or following a model-specific procedure. Do not infer a model from a control panel alone.
Once you have a confirmed match, keep the manual and installation guide with the appliance paperwork. Use the model number when asking about a replacement hose, pedestal, part, or service visit, and have the serial number available when requested. Stop before a purchase or installation if the seller cannot confirm the exact product compatibility.
What to do with what you find
The appliance label and the support document show the same complete model designation.
The document is a reasonable basis for model-specific use or installation guidance.
The label is unreadable or the document lists a different family or suffix.
The match is uncertain and may lead to wrong parts or setup.
Have these details ready
- Readable appliance model label
- Manual or installation document that confirms model coverage
Common questions
Is a serial number the same as a model number?
No. The model identifies the product design or family; the serial identifies an individual unit.
Can I use a manual for a similar looking washer?
Only when the manufacturer confirms that the manual covers your exact model or family. Similar appearance does not establish compatible controls or installation requirements.
General background sources
These sources support the shared guide. Exact model specifications and matched family procedures have their own sources above.
- images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4zVee-ir--/44e1044e71329cd6678e18edc3950e53c5694077.pdf
- media.us.lg.com/m/6d5d734b0871fbdf/original/WM4000_Owners-Manual.pdf
- images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--dBhUJ9s5--/3f58f84eaa9d207a6fdadfa3a955c70b28005ee2.pdf
Owner guidance by Specs & Parts, drafted with GPT-6 Luna. Sources and scope.
Recorded model facts
Model details relevant to this topic
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Drum capacity | 2.3 cu ft | CertificationENERGY STAR — Washing machines washers.csv; row 290; ENERGY STAR ID 3942868 Certification dataset declaration; check manufacturer installation documents for fit and clearances. Observed Oct 31, 2026 |
| Connected capability | No | CertificationENERGY STAR — Washing machines washers.csv; row 290; ENERGY STAR ID 3942868 Certification dataset declaration; check manufacturer installation documents for fit and clearances. Observed Oct 31, 2026 |
| Listed washer features | Delayed Start,Hand Wash Cycle,Anti-Wrinkle | CertificationENERGY STAR — Washing machines washers.csv; row 290; ENERGY STAR ID 3942868 Certification dataset declaration; check manufacturer installation documents for fit and clearances. Observed Oct 31, 2026 |
| Load configuration | Front Load | CertificationENERGY STAR — Washing machines washers.csv; row 290; ENERGY STAR ID 3942868 Certification dataset declaration; check manufacturer installation documents for fit and clearances. Observed Oct 31, 2026 |
Sources for LBW243
ENERGY STAR — Washing machines Observed Oct 31, 2026
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