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MODEL : DLE5977W/DLG5988W DLE5977B/DLG5988B DLE3777W/DLG3788W DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM Website:http://www.LGservice.com [For U.S.A] www.lg.ca [For Canada] ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY TO DIAGNOSE TROUBLES CORRECTLY BEFORE OFFERING SERVICE.
MODEL : DLE5977W/DLG5988W DLE5977B/DLG5988B DLE3777W/DLG3788W DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM Website:http://www.LGservice.com [For U.S.A] www.lg.ca [For Canada] ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY TO DIAGNOSE TROUBLES CORRECTLY BEFORE OFFERING SERVICE.
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... 23 9-4. ELECTRIC TYPE 26 9-7. CONTROL PANEL & PLATE ASSEMBLY 37 12-2. REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 41 3 SPECIFICATIONS ...4 2. COMPONENT TESTING INFORMATION 14 6. OUT ...18 8. TEST 7 GAS VALVE TEST - DRYER CYCLE PROCESS ...13 5. TEST 5 DOOR SWITCH TEST 25 9-6. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 4. DIAGNOSTIC TEST ...20 9-1. CONTENTS 1. FEATURES AND BENEFITS ...6 3. CONTROL LAY - WIRING DIAGRAM ...19 9. TEST 2 THERMISTOR TEST...
... 23 9-4. ELECTRIC TYPE 26 9-7. CONTROL PANEL & PLATE ASSEMBLY 37 12-2. REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST 41 3 SPECIFICATIONS ...4 2. COMPONENT TESTING INFORMATION 14 6. OUT ...18 8. TEST 7 GAS VALVE TEST - DRYER CYCLE PROCESS ...13 5. TEST 5 DOOR SWITCH TEST 25 9-6. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 4. DIAGNOSTIC TEST ...20 9-1. CONTENTS 1. FEATURES AND BENEFITS ...6 3. CONTROL LAY - WIRING DIAGRAM ...19 9. TEST 2 THERMISTOR TEST...
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I Dryer capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. Stacking kit (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 7 for how to use. 4 Pedestal (1 each ) See page 6 for how to use . I Power supply : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. I Size : 68.6X98.3X76.1 (cm) I Weight : 126 (Ibs) Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer. 1 SPECIFICATIONS I Name : Electric and Gas Dryer I ACESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each ) Purchased Separately See page 8 for how to use .
I Dryer capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. Stacking kit (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 7 for how to use. 4 Pedestal (1 each ) See page 6 for how to use . I Power supply : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. I Size : 68.6X98.3X76.1 (cm) I Weight : 126 (Ibs) Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer. 1 SPECIFICATIONS I Name : Electric and Gas Dryer I ACESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each ) Purchased Separately See page 8 for how to use .
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...5 5 Sound levels High / Low / Off Sensor Moisture Temperature Avaiable Avaiable Electrode sensor Termistor Reversible Door Avaiable Drum Stainless Steel Dryer Rack Child Lock Avaiable Avaiable Interior Light Product (WxHxD) Packing (WxHxD) Avaiable 27" x 42 3/4 x 28 1/3 29 1/2" x... 44 3/4 x 30 3/4 5 of Programs 9 7 No. ITEM DLE5977WM DLE5977S DLE5988WM DLE5977B DLG5988S DLE3777W DLE5977W DLG5988B DLE5977SM DLG3788W DLG5988W DLG5988SM REMARK Material & Finishes Color Top Plate Door Trim Blue White Black Titanium Blue White Porcelain Painted Chromate ...
...5 5 Sound levels High / Low / Off Sensor Moisture Temperature Avaiable Avaiable Electrode sensor Termistor Reversible Door Avaiable Drum Stainless Steel Dryer Rack Child Lock Avaiable Avaiable Interior Light Product (WxHxD) Packing (WxHxD) Avaiable 27" x 42 3/4 x 28 1/3 29 1/2" x... 44 3/4 x 30 3/4 5 of Programs 9 7 No. ITEM DLE5977WM DLE5977S DLE5988WM DLE5977B DLG5988S DLE3777W DLE5977W DLG5988B DLE5977SM DLG3788W DLG5988W DLG5988SM REMARK Material & Finishes Color Top Plate Door Trim Blue White Black Titanium Blue White Porcelain Painted Chromate ...
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Hold the dryer rack with both hands. 2 Put the dryer rack into the drum 3 Make sure that dryer is evenly placed right onto the drum inside and door rim. 6 2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS DLE5977W/DLG5988W/DLE5977B/DLG5988B/DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM/DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM DLE3777W/DLG3788W 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Rack Installation Instructions 1Open the door.
Hold the dryer rack with both hands. 2 Put the dryer rack into the drum 3 Make sure that dryer is evenly placed right onto the drum inside and door rim. 6 2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS DLE5977W/DLG5988W/DLE5977B/DLG5988B/DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM/DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM DLE3777W/DLG3788W 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Rack Installation Instructions 1Open the door.
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...in the picture. Slide washer slowly backwards to the stopper of the washer by attaching the doublefaced tape to pinch fingers between the washer and dryer. W ARNING Do not attempt installation with a screw on a stable, even and solid floor as product installation instructions describes in potentially unstable... the stacking kit side bracket firmly to the washer with one person. be performed by 2 or more experienced service personnel. 5 Place the dryer on top of kit. 1 Stacking kit Place washer firmly on the back of the front kit. • Do not use stacking kit with ...
...in the picture. Slide washer slowly backwards to the stopper of the washer by attaching the doublefaced tape to pinch fingers between the washer and dryer. W ARNING Do not attempt installation with a screw on a stable, even and solid floor as product installation instructions describes in potentially unstable... the stacking kit side bracket firmly to the washer with one person. be performed by 2 or more experienced service personnel. 5 Place the dryer on top of kit. 1 Stacking kit Place washer firmly on the back of the front kit. • Do not use stacking kit with ...
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.... Then, adjust the lock unt toward the pedestal while holding the pedestal leg using a wrench. 8 for dryer . Pedestal Installation Instructions For washer, dryer, and combo LG 27 4 Attach the double-faced tape of the bracket to the dryer as shown so the bent parts of the brackets align with the edge and can be...
.... Then, adjust the lock unt toward the pedestal while holding the pedestal leg using a wrench. 8 for dryer . Pedestal Installation Instructions For washer, dryer, and combo LG 27 4 Attach the double-faced tape of the bracket to the dryer as shown so the bent parts of the brackets align with the edge and can be...
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... direct 31/2" (8.6 cm) If this type is available at your home. you will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply cord. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type10-30R) Use the instructions at this section if your home has a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)... and you will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply cord. 5" (12.7 cm) 31/2" (8.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) (12.75c" m) 1" (2.5 cm) 4-wire direct 3V2" (8.9 cm) 4-wire connection : Direct wire Important : use...
... direct 31/2" (8.6 cm) If this type is available at your home. you will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply cord. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type10-30R) Use the instructions at this section if your home has a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)... and you will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply cord. 5" (12.7 cm) 31/2" (8.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) (12.75c" m) 1" (2.5 cm) 4-wire direct 3V2" (8.9 cm) 4-wire connection : Direct wire Important : use...
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...e terminal block screws. 3. and be sure that all terminal block nuts are on tight and power cord is in order for cm) dryer to be sure that the strain relief screw is in right position. Prepare minimum 5ft(1.52m) of power cord to center terminal block screw.... Connect red and black wire to the left and right terminal block screws. 3. Option 1: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. • lf your dryer in the places such as mobile homes and areas where 3-wire connections is tightened and be 31/2" (8.6 cm) replaced. 3-wire connection : Direct wire Important :...
...e terminal block screws. 3. and be sure that all terminal block nuts are on tight and power cord is in order for cm) dryer to be sure that the strain relief screw is in right position. Prepare minimum 5ft(1.52m) of power cord to center terminal block screw.... Connect red and black wire to the left and right terminal block screws. 3. Option 1: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. • lf your dryer in the places such as mobile homes and areas where 3-wire connections is tightened and be 31/2" (8.6 cm) replaced. 3-wire connection : Direct wire Important :...
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.... 2. Remove the shipping cap from the gas connection at the factory for gas leaks with the type of gas in your dryer is equipped at the rear of dryer 4 Black Iron Pipe Shorter than 20' (6.1 m) - Use only if allowed by local codes (Use Design A.G.A. Use 3/8"... pipe Longer than 20' (6.1 m) - Connect Gas Supply Pipe (Gas Dryer ONLY) For further assistance, refer to section on Gas Requirements. 1 2 5 3 4 1 New Stainless Steel Flexible Connector - For L.P. (Liquefied Petroleum) gas connection...
.... 2. Remove the shipping cap from the gas connection at the factory for gas leaks with the type of gas in your dryer is equipped at the rear of dryer 4 Black Iron Pipe Shorter than 20' (6.1 m) - Use only if allowed by local codes (Use Design A.G.A. Use 3/8"... pipe Longer than 20' (6.1 m) - Connect Gas Supply Pipe (Gas Dryer ONLY) For further assistance, refer to section on Gas Requirements. 1 2 5 3 4 1 New Stainless Steel Flexible Connector - For L.P. (Liquefied Petroleum) gas connection...
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... by users. ** Manual dry : "Temperature control" is set by users. 13 Default settings can be adjusted by users. Dry Display erature Level time Electro- Temp- 4 DRYER CYCLE PROCESS Cycle Default Conditions of operation and termination Drying Cooling Wrinkle care Temp-
... by users. ** Manual dry : "Temperature control" is set by users. 13 Default settings can be adjusted by users. Dry Display erature Level time Electro- Temp- 4 DRYER CYCLE PROCESS Cycle Default Conditions of operation and termination Drying Cooling Wrinkle care Temp-
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LIMIT THERMOSTAT ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RLM GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CORD L1 BLACK RD3 3 2 N WHITE 1 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RED PINK PINK BLUE ORANGE RED BROWN YELLOW BROWN PLC MODEM WHITE BLACK 1... DC VALVE1 DC VALVE2 MOISTURE THERMISTOR FLAME SENSOR DETECTOR CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH RED WHITE NC NO GRAY SAFETY THERMOSTAT GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM PLC MODEM RED WHITE BLACK 8 WIRING DIAGRAM 19 RLM ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RD3 L1 BLACK 3 2 1 N WHITE 1 2 L2 3 WH3 12 34 BL2 1 2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RD3 3 2 1 1 2 3 WH3 1 3 56 BROWN BROWN 8 7 6 5 4...
LIMIT THERMOSTAT ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RLM GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CORD L1 BLACK RD3 3 2 N WHITE 1 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RED PINK PINK BLUE ORANGE RED BROWN YELLOW BROWN PLC MODEM WHITE BLACK 1... DC VALVE1 DC VALVE2 MOISTURE THERMISTOR FLAME SENSOR DETECTOR CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH RED WHITE NC NO GRAY SAFETY THERMOSTAT GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM PLC MODEM RED WHITE BLACK 8 WIRING DIAGRAM 19 RLM ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RD3 L1 BLACK 3 2 1 N WHITE 1 2 L2 3 WH3 12 34 BL2 1 2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RD3 3 2 1 1 2 3 WH3 1 3 56 BROWN BROWN 8 7 6 5 4...
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...) line match to the Controller and "WH3- YES Replace controIler. 21 Trouble Symptom No power was applied to Controller. (LED, Display off) Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; "(White) is 110V ~ 125V? • Check if Power NO Cord is properly connected.
...) line match to the Controller and "WH3- YES Replace controIler. 21 Trouble Symptom No power was applied to Controller. (LED, Display off) Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; "(White) is 110V ~ 125V? • Check if Power NO Cord is properly connected.
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... of Power cord with earth line.) Trouble Symptom Drum will work. " (White wire) and "BL2- NO Measure while door is closed . Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. " (Brown wire)? YES Measure while door is closed . YES NO Is resistance below 1Ω between Connector "WH3- NO YES Does...
... of Power cord with earth line.) Trouble Symptom Drum will work. " (White wire) and "BL2- NO Measure while door is closed . Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. " (Brown wire)? YES Measure while door is closed . YES NO Is resistance below 1Ω between Connector "WH3- NO YES Does...
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... within the range of Table 2 during Diagnostic Test? 2. NO YES • Check Electro Load and • Harness Connector. • Check Harness- Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance.
... within the range of Table 2 during Diagnostic Test? 2. NO YES • Check Electro Load and • Harness Connector. • Check Harness- Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance.
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... open . Display will not operate. " (White wire) and "RD3- Door Close is not sensed. (Drum motor will flash at 0.5 second intervals.) Measurement Condition After turning Dryer Power Off, measure resistance. YES • Door switch Check (Refer to Component testing.) • Check Lamp. (When opening Door, Drum motor and Trouble Symptom Heater...
... open . Display will not operate. " (White wire) and "RD3- Door Close is not sensed. (Drum motor will flash at 0.5 second intervals.) Measurement Condition After turning Dryer Power Off, measure resistance. YES • Door switch Check (Refer to Component testing.) • Check Lamp. (When opening Door, Drum motor and Trouble Symptom Heater...
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... takes longer. Test 7 GAS Valve test - Gas Type Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to avoid electric shock. Measurement Condition With dryer power on "Valve 1", "Valve 2", Value is more than1.5 ~ 2.5kΩ? (Measure after Igniter off) YES NO • Check Gas connection or Gas supply When measuring...
... takes longer. Test 7 GAS Valve test - Gas Type Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to avoid electric shock. Measurement Condition With dryer power on "Valve 1", "Valve 2", Value is more than1.5 ~ 2.5kΩ? (Measure after Igniter off) YES NO • Check Gas connection or Gas supply When measuring...
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Remove a screw and exhaust duct. 2-1. Insert elbow duct assembly first through the side opening and connect the elbow to the base. ( Duct is a SVC part) DUCT TAPE 3-1. Pre-assemble 4" elbow with 4" duct. Detach and remove a knockout at the botton, left or right side as desired. (Right Side Vent not available on Gas dryer) , , the order of work. Wrap duct tape around joint. Reconnect the another duct[11 in(28cm)] to the blower housing, and attach the duct to the internal duct. 34 DUCT TAPE 3-2. DUCT TAPE 2-2. 1.
Remove a screw and exhaust duct. 2-1. Insert elbow duct assembly first through the side opening and connect the elbow to the base. ( Duct is a SVC part) DUCT TAPE 3-1. Pre-assemble 4" elbow with 4" duct. Detach and remove a knockout at the botton, left or right side as desired. (Right Side Vent not available on Gas dryer) , , the order of work. Wrap duct tape around joint. Reconnect the another duct[11 in(28cm)] to the blower housing, and attach the duct to the internal duct. 34 DUCT TAPE 3-2. DUCT TAPE 2-2. 1.
