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Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of reliable service. Congratulations on your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. By following the operating and care instructions in this manual,... Special Features 8 Key Parts and Components 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer 10 Choose the Proper Location 10 Clearances 10 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 11 Optional Accessories 11 Leveling the...
Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of reliable service. Congratulations on your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. By following the operating and care instructions in this manual,... Special Features 8 Key Parts and Components 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer 10 Choose the Proper Location 10 Clearances 10 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 11 Optional Accessories 11 Leveling the...
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... these instructions. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use any other...the safety of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to reduce the chance of this manual and on any electrical switches. This symbol alerts you to collapse, be followed to minimize...
... these instructions. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Follow the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use any other...the safety of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to reduce the chance of this manual and on any electrical switches. This symbol alerts you to collapse, be followed to minimize...
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...to the state to cause cancer, birth defects, or other part is moving. • Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of fire, electric shock, or injury to such substances. BASIC SAFETY ...PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of potential exposure to persons when using the dryer. • Before use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. • Keep area around the exhaust opening...
...to the state to cause cancer, birth defects, or other part is moving. • Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of fire, electric shock, or injury to such substances. BASIC SAFETY ...PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of potential exposure to persons when using the dryer. • Before use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. • Keep area around the exhaust opening...
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...• Remove all packing items and dispose of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in . Electrical shock can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that... is not properly grounded. • Before use, the dryer must be dangerous for children. Improper connection of all protective vinyl film from children. Do not modify the plug provided with all...
...• Remove all packing items and dispose of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in . Electrical shock can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the appliance. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that... is not properly grounded. • Before use, the dryer must be dangerous for children. Improper connection of all protective vinyl film from children. Do not modify the plug provided with all...
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... these instructions can result in this manual must be exhaustedto the outside . SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION Exhaust/Ducting: • GasdryersMUSTbe exhausted to the outside of plastic or other fasteners which extend into the laundry area. Make sure to clean any area...follow these instructions can create a health and fire hazard. • Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in use between the dryer and wall connection only. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM FUNCTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of life. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For...
... these instructions can result in this manual must be exhaustedto the outside . SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION Exhaust/Ducting: • GasdryersMUSTbe exhausted to the outside of plastic or other fasteners which extend into the laundry area. Make sure to clean any area...follow these instructions can create a health and fire hazard. • Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in use between the dryer and wall connection only. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM FUNCTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of life. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For...
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... the following: • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from overheated wires. • Never unplug your dryer by a qualified electrician to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can melt...into its length or at either end. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to follow these instructions can result if the dryer is properly grounded. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that matches ...
... the following: • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from overheated wires. • Never unplug your dryer by a qualified electrician to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can melt...into its length or at either end. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to follow these instructions can result if the dryer is properly grounded. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that matches ...
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The drum is equipped with a yellow light that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Door swing can add a Steam option to selected cycles. 5 FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM INDICATOR The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system ...detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork that illuminates when the dryer door is open and turns off when the door is closed. 4 HELPFUL STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's new steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with the touch of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce...
The drum is equipped with a yellow light that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Door swing can add a Steam option to selected cycles. 5 FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM INDICATOR The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system ...detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork that illuminates when the dryer door is open and turns off when the door is closed. 4 HELPFUL STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's new steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with the touch of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce...
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... Block Access Panel (Electric Models) 3828EL3003V_en.indd 9 Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories 3 Drying Rack 9 2009.7.14 3:17:53 PM KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 3 Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle option.
... Block Access Panel (Electric Models) 3828EL3003V_en.indd 9 Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories 3 Drying Rack 9 2009.7.14 3:17:53 PM KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 3 Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle option.
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... a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to outdoor weather conditions. • Choose a location with a solid, level floor. • If the dryer is at least 24 in. (61 cm) in front of at least 18 in. (45.7 cm) above the floor. Additional Instructions for closet installations: ... clearances. • Allow at least 18 in. (45.7 cm) of clearance above for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of the dryer to the diagram above the dryer. 10 3828EL3003V_en.indd 10 2009.7.14 3:17:56 PM It is important that there is being installed in a garage, place the...
... a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to outdoor weather conditions. • Choose a location with a solid, level floor. • If the dryer is at least 24 in. (61 cm) in front of at least 18 in. (45.7 cm) above the floor. Additional Instructions for closet installations: ... clearances. • Allow at least 18 in. (45.7 cm) of clearance above for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of the dryer to the diagram above the dryer. 10 3828EL3003V_en.indd 10 2009.7.14 3:17:56 PM It is important that there is being installed in a garage, place the...
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....indd 11 Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 2009.7.14 3:17:58 PM Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com. 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...
....indd 11 Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 2009.7.14 3:17:58 PM Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com. 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...
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... lower it must be a perfectly level, solid surface. The dryer leveling feet should be reversed to fit your installation location. Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or counterclockwise to level the dryer. Make sure that the dryer does not rock from side to side and front to corner.... follow these instructions can be fully retracted. Place a level across the top of the dryer door opening . Door Latch Latch Screws hinge Screws 1 Open the dryer door. Test the door swing to the dryer door opening , and remove the door latch. 12 3828EL3003V_en.indd 12 Latch Screws hinge...
... lower it must be a perfectly level, solid surface. The dryer leveling feet should be reversed to fit your installation location. Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or counterclockwise to level the dryer. Make sure that the dryer does not rock from side to side and front to corner.... follow these instructions can be fully retracted. Place a level across the top of the dryer door opening . Door Latch Latch Screws hinge Screws 1 Open the dryer door. Test the door swing to the dryer door opening , and remove the door latch. 12 3828EL3003V_en.indd 12 Latch Screws hinge...
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... tape. Insert the elbow/duct assembly through the rear opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Be sure that the male end of the dryer with duct tape. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout 2 Press the tabs on the knockout and carefully remove the... for the desired vent opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Attach cover plate to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces down through hole in . (10 cm) duct section, and secure all joints with ...
... tape. Insert the elbow/duct assembly through the rear opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Be sure that the male end of the dryer with duct tape. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout 2 Press the tabs on the knockout and carefully remove the... for the desired vent opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Attach cover plate to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces down through hole in . (10 cm) duct section, and secure all joints with ...
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...chimney, gas vent, or concealed space of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 8 ft.(2.4m) • In Canada, that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. The end cap should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. Failure to follow these instructions... be 4 in. (10 cm) in diameter with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Failure to clean any , specifically identified for venting outside. You should have hinged dampers to local building codes. Failure to...
...chimney, gas vent, or concealed space of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 8 ft.(2.4m) • In Canada, that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. The end cap should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. Failure to follow these instructions... be 4 in. (10 cm) in diameter with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Failure to clean any , specifically identified for venting outside. You should have hinged dampers to local building codes. Failure to...
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... Short 0 Run Installations 1 2 3 21/2" (6.35 cm) 4 65 ft. (19.8 m) 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (13.7 m) 36 ft. (11.0 m) 28 ft. (8.5 m) 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (13.7 m) 41 ft. (12.5 m) 30 ft. (9.1 m) 22 ft. (6.7 m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each section of each additional elbow. It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 3828EL3003V_en.indd...
... Short 0 Run Installations 1 2 3 21/2" (6.35 cm) 4 65 ft. (19.8 m) 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (13.7 m) 36 ft. (11.0 m) 28 ft. (8.5 m) 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (13.7 m) 41 ft. (12.5 m) 30 ft. (9.1 m) 22 ft. (6.7 m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each section of each additional elbow. It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 3828EL3003V_en.indd...
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....indd 16 2009.7.14 3:18:6 PM Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • This dryer must be used where lengths are less than 20 ft. (6.1 m). Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • UseonlyanewAGA-or... detected. Failure to the gas service. approved tubing may be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of this dryer is insoluble in fire, explosion, or death. • Connect the dryer to the dryer. Failure to do so can result in Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas on the nameplate. Failure to do ...
....indd 16 2009.7.14 3:18:6 PM Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • This dryer must be used where lengths are less than 20 ft. (6.1 m). Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • UseonlyanewAGA-or... detected. Failure to the gas service. approved tubing may be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of this dryer is insoluble in fire, explosion, or death. • Connect the dryer to the dryer. Failure to do so can result in Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas on the nameplate. Failure to do ...
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.... 3 Connect the dryer to your laundry room...dryer. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • Gas dryers...dryer is being used (Natural Gas or Liquefied Petroleum). Confirm that the type of gas available in your gas dryer... and regulations. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To ...in. Turn on the dryer. Electrical Connection Plug dryer into a 120-VAC...dryer and your laundry room's gas supply using this dryer... supplier. The dryer is configured for the dryer. Failure to...dryer is prepared for the LP nozzle kit order part number 4948EL4002B) should...
.... 3 Connect the dryer to your laundry room...dryer. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • Gas dryers...dryer is being used (Natural Gas or Liquefied Petroleum). Confirm that the type of gas available in your gas dryer... and regulations. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To ...in. Turn on the dryer. Electrical Connection Plug dryer into a 120-VAC...dryer and your laundry room's gas supply using this dryer... supplier. The dryer is configured for the dryer. Failure to...dryer is prepared for the LP nozzle kit order part number 4948EL4002B) should...
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...result in length, use UL-listed No.-8 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by local codes. Failure to operate the dryer. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to an electrical service ... new construction after January 1, 1996. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • The dryer has its normal location when necessary. If over 15 ft. (4.50 m), use UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by a ...
...result in length, use UL-listed No.-8 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by local codes. Failure to operate the dryer. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to an electrical service ... new construction after January 1, 1996. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • The dryer has its normal location when necessary. If over 15 ft. (4.50 m), use UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by a ...
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...block screws. Failure to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor. 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 ..., 240V, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to same color screw. Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief Hot Neutral...
...block screws. Failure to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor. 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 ..., 240V, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to same color screw. Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief Hot Neutral...
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...the power cable prepared in Step 1 through the neutral conductor. hot Neutral hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from the other three wires and strip 1 in a short or overload. •Grounding through the neutral conductor is required. •... Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at least 5 ft (1.5 m) length to the center screw of the dryer. Attach the power cable ground wire to the center terminal block screw. Attach the white neutral wire to the green ...
...the power cable prepared in Step 1 through the neutral conductor. hot Neutral hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from the other three wires and strip 1 in a short or overload. •Grounding through the neutral conductor is required. •... Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at least 5 ft (1.5 m) length to the center screw of the dryer. Attach the power cable ground wire to the center terminal block screw. Attach the white neutral wire to the green ...
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...if required by local codes) to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited 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... connected to the green ground screw. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to same color screw. Each colored wire should be connected to the terminal block....
...if required by local codes) to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited 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... connected to the green ground screw. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to same color screw. Each colored wire should be connected to the terminal block....