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Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of Purchase: The model and serial number can be located on your purchase and welcome ... Registration Information Model: Serial Number: Date of reliable service. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. Congratulations on the rating plate inside the front door. 2 By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your dryer 9 Choose the Proper Location 9 Clearances 9 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 10...
Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of Purchase: The model and serial number can be located on your purchase and welcome ... Registration Information Model: Serial Number: Date of reliable service. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. Congratulations on the rating plate inside the front door. 2 By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your dryer 9 Choose the Proper Location 9 Clearances 9 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 10...
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... qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Save these instructions. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use any... alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. If you to potential hazards that can happen if the instructions are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint...
... qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Save these instructions. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use any... alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. If you to potential hazards that can happen if the instructions are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint...
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..., namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by qualified service personnel. • Do not install or store the dryer where it will minimize incomplete combustion. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when... or explode. • Do not allow children to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Close supervision of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before or after each load. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical ...
..., namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by qualified service personnel. • Do not install or store the dryer where it will minimize incomplete combustion. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when... or explode. • Do not allow children to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Close supervision of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before or after each load. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical ...
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...can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock or death. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the dryer in humid spaces. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be equipped with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as described...the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power...
...can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock or death. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the dryer in humid spaces. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be equipped with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as described...the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. • Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power...
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...duct may be exhausted to follow these instructions can cause a fire. Failure to the outside . Failure to the outside. If the dryer is recommended for exhausting to the outside of lint in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in this ducting will... • Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in fire or death. 6 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. The exhaust duct should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in fire or death....
...duct may be exhausted to follow these instructions can cause a fire. Failure to the outside . Failure to the outside. If the dryer is recommended for exhausting to the outside of lint in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in this ducting will... • Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in fire or death. 6 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. The exhaust duct should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in fire or death....
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... or injury. • Refer to follow these instructions can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The dryer should always be plugged into its length or at either end. Failure to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for...damage along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from the outlet. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Electrical shock can be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire ...
... or injury. • Refer to follow these instructions can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The dryer should always be plugged into its length or at either end. Failure to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for...damage along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from the outlet. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Electrical shock can be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire ...
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... the back) adjust to select the desired dry cycle. KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS 1 Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 1 2 3 5 Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of...
... the back) adjust to select the desired dry cycle. KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS 1 Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 1 2 3 5 Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of...
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.... 3" (7.6 cm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) • Most installations require a minimum 5½ in. (14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of at least 1 in . (46 cm) above for sufficient airflow. Detailed instructions concerning ...electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to minimize vibration and noise. • Allowing additional clearance for installation and servicing...
.... 3" (7.6 cm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) • Most installations require a minimum 5½ in. (14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of at least 1 in . (46 cm) above for sufficient airflow. Detailed instructions concerning ...electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to minimize vibration and noise. • Allowing additional clearance for installation and servicing...
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Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com Pedestal (sold separately) 10 Stacking Kit (sold separately) INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to Optional Accessories in this manual or to the instructions for Installation With Stacking Kit OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation.
Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com Pedestal (sold separately) 10 Stacking Kit (sold separately) INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to Optional Accessories in this manual or to the instructions for Installation With Stacking Kit OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation.
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... Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can result in injury. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer door opening . Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is reversed, and reattach the door using the 2 screws previously removed. Door Latch Latch Screws Hinge Screws 1... must be reversed to turn the leveling feet. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws that all 4 leveling feet are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal, you are in the final location. Latch Screws Hinge Screws 2 Turn the door around so the hinge is level from...
... Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can result in injury. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer door opening . Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is reversed, and reattach the door using the 2 screws previously removed. Door Latch Latch Screws Hinge Screws 1... must be reversed to turn the leveling feet. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws that all 4 leveling feet are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal, you are in the final location. Latch Screws Hinge Screws 2 Turn the door around so the hinge is level from...
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... adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be configured to vent to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Be sure that the male end of the dryer with duct tape. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter duct Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining...(10 cm) elbow through the side opening (right-side venting is shipped to vent to the next 4-in place with duct tape. Your new dryer is not available on the knockout and carefully remove the knockout for the desired vent opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Bracket 2 Press...
... adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be configured to vent to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Be sure that the male end of the dryer with duct tape. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter duct Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining...(10 cm) elbow through the side opening (right-side venting is shipped to vent to the next 4-in place with duct tape. Your new dryer is not available on the knockout and carefully remove the knockout for the desired vent opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Bracket 2 Press...
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...use with the appliance by the manufacturer and that comply with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or... please observe the duct length limitations noted in fire or death. • To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust the dryer with the dryer. In special installations when it is not provided with plastic or thin foil ducting. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or...
...use with the appliance by the manufacturer and that comply with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or... please observe the duct length limitations noted in fire or death. • To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust the dryer with the dryer. In special installations when it is not provided with plastic or thin foil ducting. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or...
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... of each additional elbow. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must be purchased separately. • Use 4-in order to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. IMPORTANT: Failure to reduce condensation and lint buildup on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in . (10... be as short as possible. • Use as few elbow joints as possible. • The male end of exhaust duct must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on duct surfaces. Dia. Length of 90° Elbows Max. VENTING THE...
... of each additional elbow. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must be purchased separately. • Use 4-in order to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. IMPORTANT: Failure to reduce condensation and lint buildup on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in . (10... be as short as possible. • Use as few elbow joints as possible. • The male end of exhaust duct must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on duct surfaces. Dia. Length of 90° Elbows Max. VENTING THE...
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...3/8-in fire, explosion, or death. • For personal safety, this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • This dryer must be properly grounded. Use a noncorrosive leakdetection fluid. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • If using ... outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly requires the attention and tools of 20 ft. (6.1 m). ConnecTING GAS DRYERS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the ...
...3/8-in fire, explosion, or death. • For personal safety, this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • This dryer must be properly grounded. Use a noncorrosive leakdetection fluid. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • If using ... outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly requires the attention and tools of 20 ft. (6.1 m). ConnecTING GAS DRYERS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the ...
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..., explosion, or death. • All connections must be derated by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with...8226; Use only a new stainless steel flexible connector and a new AGA-certified connector. NPT fitting. 4 Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room's gas supply and check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for gas leaks with the correct burner nozzle ...
..., explosion, or death. • All connections must be derated by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with...8226; Use only a new stainless steel flexible connector and a new AGA-certified connector. NPT fitting. 4 Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room's gas supply and check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for gas leaks with the correct burner nozzle ...
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...after January 1, 1996. Special Electrical Requirements for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all applicable local regulations. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of... m), use UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by local codes. Failure to dryer is required for Mobile or Manufactured Homes wWARNING: To reduce the risk of wire must be connected to an electrical service of the ...
...after January 1, 1996. Special Electrical Requirements for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all applicable local regulations. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of... m), use UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by local codes. Failure to dryer is required for Mobile or Manufactured Homes wWARNING: To reduce the risk of wire must be connected to an electrical service of the ...
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...upper back of the terminal block. Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the green ground screw. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required for : (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4)...Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is connected to the center screw of the dryer. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center terminal block screw. Each colored wire should be connected to ...
...upper back of the terminal block. Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the green ground screw. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required for : (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4)...Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is connected to the center screw of the dryer. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center terminal block screw. Each colored wire should be connected to ...
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... may result in Step 1 through -hole; Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from the wire. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center screw of the terminal block. Four-Wire Connection for Electric... Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all screws securely. Remove...
... may result in Step 1 through -hole; Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from the wire. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center screw of the terminal block. Four-Wire Connection for Electric... Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all screws securely. Remove...
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..., 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 20 CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center terminal block screw. Three-Wire Connection for Electric... Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is ...
..., 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 20 CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center terminal block screw. Three-Wire Connection for Electric... Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is ...
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... wire should be connected to the same color screw in block. Tighten all screws securely. Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on manual is prohibited for removal and reinstallation of the... dryer. 1" (2.5 cm) Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief 1 Remove 31⁄2 inches (8.9 cm) of the dryer. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. Install a UL-listed strain relief into a hook shape...
... wire should be connected to the same color screw in block. Tighten all screws securely. Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on manual is prohibited for removal and reinstallation of the... dryer. 1" (2.5 cm) Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief 1 Remove 31⁄2 inches (8.9 cm) of the dryer. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. Install a UL-listed strain relief into a hook shape...