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MFL62512850 www.lg.com ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS DLEX2550* DLGX2551* DLEX2450* DLGX2451* P/No. OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference.
MFL62512850 www.lg.com ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS DLEX2550* DLGX2551* DLEX2450* DLGX2451* P/No. OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and your purchase and welcome to Do if You Smell Gas 3 Basic Safety Precautions 4 California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement ...Cleaning 38 Before Calling for Service 39 Using SmartDiagnosisTM 42 THANK YOU! Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on your dryer will provide many years of reliable service OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Optional Accessories 43 Pedestal Installation 44...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and your purchase and welcome to Do if You Smell Gas 3 Basic Safety Precautions 4 California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement ...Cleaning 38 Before Calling for Service 39 Using SmartDiagnosisTM 42 THANK YOU! Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on your dryer will provide many years of reliable service OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Optional Accessories 43 Pedestal Installation 44...
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...to minimize the risk of all safety messages. Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual must be of injury, and tell you what can be killed or seriously injured if you cannot reach your building. 3. If you don't ... or seriously injured if you and others is the safety alert symbol. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Do not try to reduce the chance of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, ...
...to minimize the risk of all safety messages. Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual must be of injury, and tell you what can be killed or seriously injured if you cannot reach your building. 3. If you don't ... or seriously injured if you and others is the safety alert symbol. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Do not try to reduce the chance of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, ...
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...substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to cause cancer, birth defects, other flammable or explosive substances as described in this manual. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your safety, the information ... reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may burn or melt on or in this manual must be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of fire ...
...substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to cause cancer, birth defects, other flammable or explosive substances as described in this manual. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your safety, the information ... reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may burn or melt on or in this manual must be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of fire ...
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...equipmentgrounding conductor must be equipped with all packaging from the product. There is not properly grounded. • Before use, the dryer must be grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that the appliance is not properly grounded....humid spaces. wWARNING - Follow details in this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to persons when using this manual. Improper power circuit can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • To reduce the risk ...
...equipmentgrounding conductor must be equipped with all packaging from the product. There is not properly grounded. • Before use, the dryer must be grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that the appliance is not properly grounded....humid spaces. wWARNING - Follow details in this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to persons when using this manual. Improper power circuit can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • To reduce the risk ...
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... to make a connection with hot water (over 86 ˚F/30 ˚C). Use of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this manual must be exhausted to follow these instructions can result in a burn hazard. Failure to the outside . Secure all industry recommended safety procedures including the... wall connection only. Exhaust/Ducting: • Gas dryers MUST be kept as short as they give off vapors that could result in property damage, injury to the outside of this manual could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the home can result in fire or death. ...
... to make a connection with hot water (over 86 ˚F/30 ˚C). Use of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this manual must be exhausted to follow these instructions can result in a burn hazard. Failure to the outside . Secure all industry recommended safety procedures including the... wall connection only. Exhaust/Ducting: • Gas dryers MUST be kept as short as they give off vapors that could result in property damage, injury to the outside of this manual could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the home can result in fire or death. ...
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...electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • This dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. • For personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. Failure to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your model. This provides the ...frayed or otherwise damaged. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons ...
...electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • This dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. • For personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. Failure to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your model. This provides the ...frayed or otherwise damaged. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons ...
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... Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories C Drying Rack 9 B Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. A FRONT-MOUNT LINT FILTER Front-mount lint filter allows for easy access and cleaning after... every load. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND...
... Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories C Drying Rack 9 B Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. A FRONT-MOUNT LINT FILTER Front-mount lint filter allows for easy access and cleaning after... every load. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND...
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...cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is greater than 1 inch (2.5 cm), install the Extended Dryer Feet Kit. Do not operate your local building inspector. At lower temperatures, the dryer might be considered for this entire manual before installing and operating your dryer. This can be installed in ...the top and bottom of the door are Additional spacing should be required for ease of the dryer in an area where it ...
...cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is greater than 1 inch (2.5 cm), install the Extended Dryer Feet Kit. Do not operate your local building inspector. At lower temperatures, the dryer might be considered for this entire manual before installing and operating your dryer. This can be installed in ...the top and bottom of the door are Additional spacing should be required for ease of the dryer in an area where it ...
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... an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in this manual or to Optional Accessories in the closet. Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to the...
... an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in this manual or to Optional Accessories in the closet. Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to the...
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... feet should be level. Place a level across the top of the dryer. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at www.lg.com. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to back. Gently push on the ... (sold separately) 12 Stacking Kit (sold separately) If you are required when installing the dryer. • Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in the final location. Make sure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it . Raise or lower the leveling feet until...
... feet should be level. Place a level across the top of the dryer. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at www.lg.com. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to back. Gently push on the ... (sold separately) 12 Stacking Kit (sold separately) If you are required when installing the dryer. • Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in the final location. Make sure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it . Raise or lower the leveling feet until...
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... next 4-inches (10.2 cm) duct section, and secure all of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. ENGLISH CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin ...foil duct. • Clean old ducts before installing this manual could result in place with included screw. 15 OPTION ...
... next 4-inches (10.2 cm) duct section, and secure all of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. ENGLISH CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin ...foil duct. • Clean old ducts before installing this manual could result in place with included screw. 15 OPTION ...
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...-joint compound that is insoluble in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT attempt any disassembly of the dryer; grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly requires the attention and tools of an authorized and qualified service person or company. In ...the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be used for lengths in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord of this dryer is detected. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death...
...-joint compound that is insoluble in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT attempt any disassembly of the dryer; grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly requires the attention and tools of an authorized and qualified service person or company. In ...the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be used for lengths in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord of this dryer is detected. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death...
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.... 21 Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the center screw of the dryer. Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is connected to follow these instructions may result in block. then thread a UL-listed, 30 A, 240...
.... 21 Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the center screw of the dryer. Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is connected to follow these instructions may result in block. then thread a UL-listed, 30 A, 240...
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... Cord 2 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all screws securely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short or overload. • Grounding through -hole; Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is connected...
... Cord 2 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all screws securely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short or overload. • Grounding through -hole; Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is connected...
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...codes) to the center terminal block screw. Tighten all screws securely. Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on manual is connected to follow these instructions may result in block. Install a UL-listed strain relief into...ground screw. Hot (Black) Neutral (White) Hot (Red) Ground Screw Neutral Grounding wire Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Wire color indicated on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations...
...codes) to the center terminal block screw. Tighten all screws securely. Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on manual is connected to follow these instructions may result in block. Install a UL-listed strain relief into...ground screw. Hot (Black) Neutral (White) Hot (Red) Ground Screw Neutral Grounding wire Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Wire color indicated on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations...
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... of the three wires into the power cord through the strain relief. 24 Tighten all screws securely. Wire color indicated on manual is NOT permitted on the upper back of the outer covering from each wire. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. CONNECTING ...terminal block. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to allow for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is connected to the outer terminal block screws. Three-Wire Connection for removal and reinstallation of the...
... of the three wires into the power cord through the strain relief. 24 Tighten all screws securely. Wire color indicated on manual is NOT permitted on the upper back of the outer covering from each wire. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. CONNECTING ...terminal block. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to allow for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is connected to the outer terminal block screws. Three-Wire Connection for removal and reinstallation of the...
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...runs or runs with the exhaust duct in your home. fuse. Do not increase the fuse capacity. Refer to the Venting the Dryer section of this manual for restrictions and damage. If the problem is not crushed or restricted. Crushed or damaged exhaust 27 ENGLISH INSTALLATION TEST (Exhaust check...NOTE: Even if no bars are displayed during the two tests may still be the same. Refer to the Connecting Electric Dryers section of this manual for service. • Electric dryer power cord is not con- • Check the power supply or the nected correctly, or house power connection of...
...runs or runs with the exhaust duct in your home. fuse. Do not increase the fuse capacity. Refer to the Venting the Dryer section of this manual for restrictions and damage. If the problem is not crushed or restricted. Crushed or damaged exhaust 27 ENGLISH INSTALLATION TEST (Exhaust check...NOTE: Even if no bars are displayed during the two tests may still be the same. Refer to the Connecting Electric Dryers section of this manual for service. • Electric dryer power cord is not con- • Check the power supply or the nected correctly, or house power connection of...
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... detailed information. Please refer to START the selected cycle. B CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB Turn this button to specific sections of this manual for your new dryer. NOTE: If you can be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime before operating this button to persons , read this entire... functions by pressing and holding the button for the selected cycle. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you to select the desired cycle settings for 3 seconds. Press again to inject fabrics with MANUAL DRY, TIME DRY, and STEAM FRESH™ cycles, as well as the REDUCE...
... detailed information. Please refer to START the selected cycle. B CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB Turn this button to specific sections of this manual for your new dryer. NOTE: If you can be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime before operating this button to persons , read this entire... functions by pressing and holding the button for the selected cycle. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you to select the desired cycle settings for 3 seconds. Press again to inject fabrics with MANUAL DRY, TIME DRY, and STEAM FRESH™ cycles, as well as the REDUCE...
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...items Normal Adjustable HIGH 54 Lingerie, sheets, Normal DELICATES blouses LOW Adjustable 28 For small loads SPEED DRY with every cycle. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. Less Time Wrinkle Care Damp Dry Reduce Signal Static ...30 When a Manual Dry cycle is available with short drying times HIGH 25 Off Adjustable Adjustable For items that require heat-free AIR DRY drying such as Off plastics or foam filled items NO HEAT 30 Adjustable Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual ...
...items Normal Adjustable HIGH 54 Lingerie, sheets, Normal DELICATES blouses LOW Adjustable 28 For small loads SPEED DRY with every cycle. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. Less Time Wrinkle Care Damp Dry Reduce Signal Static ...30 When a Manual Dry cycle is available with short drying times HIGH 25 Off Adjustable Adjustable For items that require heat-free AIR DRY drying such as Off plastics or foam filled items NO HEAT 30 Adjustable Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual ...