A:Answer Once the wash cycle for the LG 4.5 Cu. Ft. 14-Cycle Washer and 12-Cycle Electric Dryer Combo - Black Steel, Model # WM3998HBA has started, you will need to press the Start/Pause button to pause the wash cycle. However, if temperature or the water level inside the machine is too high, the door will not unlock when the Start/Pause button is pressed. To open the door in these circumstances, press Add Garments. To stop a cycle and drain the water completely, turn the power off, then on, and then press Rinse+Spin (Page 21 in your owner's manual)...^IFV