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OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference. DLEX3885* DLGX3886* DLEX3875* DLGX3876* P/No. MFL62512806 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 1 www.lge.com 2010.2.8 2:6:38 PM ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS
OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference. DLEX3885* DLGX3886* DLEX3875* DLGX3876* P/No. MFL62512806 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 1 www.lge.com 2010.2.8 2:6:38 PM ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS
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Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high 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 Act 4 Grounding Instructions 5 Safety ... Accessories 42 Pedestal Installation 43 Stacking Kit Installation 45 Key Dimensions and Specifications 46 WARRANTY 47 2010.2.8 2:6:38 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family.
Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high 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 Act 4 Grounding Instructions 5 Safety ... Accessories 42 Pedestal Installation 43 Stacking Kit Installation 45 Key Dimensions and Specifications 46 WARRANTY 47 2010.2.8 2:6:38 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family.
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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, personal injury, or loss of others . Your ... 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 is installed, it must be killed or seriously injured if you cannot reach your appliance. WHAT TO DO IF...
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, personal injury, or loss of others . Your ... 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 is installed, it must be killed or seriously injured if you cannot reach your appliance. WHAT TO DO IF...
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... the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt. • Do not reach into the dryer if the drum or any servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual must be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before using this... manual. • Do not place items exposed to warn customers of life. Properly adjusted dryers will be exposed to play on or in your safety, the ...
... the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt. • Do not reach into the dryer if the drum or any servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual must be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before using this... manual. • Do not place items exposed to warn customers of life. Properly adjusted dryers will be exposed to play on or in your safety, the ...
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... will reduce the risk of least resistance for electric current. Use only authorized factory parts. Failure to avoid electrical overload. Such as described in this manual. Failure to whether the appliance is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all shipping materials properly. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if... installed as stove, cooking oven. In the event of the product. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be grounded.
... will reduce the risk of least resistance for electric current. Use only authorized factory parts. Failure to avoid electrical overload. Such as described in this manual. Failure to whether the appliance is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all shipping materials properly. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if... installed as stove, cooking oven. In the event of the product. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be grounded.
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... with the above recommendations, a ULlisted flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Use of the safety warnings in this manual must be 4 inches (10.2 cm) in , or spotted with no obstructions. The end cap should have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in ... follow the Installation Instructions. ty procedures including the use of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to follow these instructions can result in this manual could result in use sheet metal screws or other flammable or explosive substances. Failure to the outside .
... with the above recommendations, a ULlisted flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Use of the safety warnings in this manual must be 4 inches (10.2 cm) in , or spotted with no obstructions. The end cap should have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in ... follow the Installation Instructions. ty procedures including the use of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to follow these instructions can result in this manual could result in use sheet metal screws or other flammable or explosive substances. Failure to the outside .
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Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury. • Refer to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your safety, the information in a risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow ...an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The dryer should always be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. • For personal safety, this manual must be careful not to the dryer from the outlet. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from fire and electrical shock. This will...
Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury. • Refer to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your safety, the information in a risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow ...an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The dryer should always be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. • For personal safety, this manual must be careful not to the dryer from the outlet. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from fire and electrical shock. This will...
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... with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. B Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components...
... with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. B Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components...
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... been tested for spacing the dryer to support the total dryer weight of 200 lbs (90.7 kg). IMPORTANT: Read all sides of for this entire manual before installing and operating your dryer at the end of an automatic cycle.
... been tested for spacing the dryer to support the total dryer weight of 200 lbs (90.7 kg). IMPORTANT: Read all sides of for this entire manual before installing and operating your dryer at the end of an automatic cycle.
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... installation, with the installation. Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in this manual or to Optional Accessories in the top of the cabinet are required. 7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required ...cm) 1"* (2.5 cm) 5 1/2"** (14 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 27" 1" (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com. Pedestal (sold separately) MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 11 Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 2010.2.8 2:6:47...
... installation, with the installation. Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in this manual or to Optional Accessories in the top of the cabinet are required. 7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required ...cm) 1"* (2.5 cm) 5 1/2"** (14 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) 27" 1" (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com. Pedestal (sold separately) MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 11 Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 2010.2.8 2:6:47...
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... all 4 leveling feet are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal, you must rest solidly on the top corners of the safety warnings in this manual could result in the final location. If you are in firm contact with the floor. 12 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 12 2010.2.8 2:6:48 PM NOTE: Adjust the...
... all 4 leveling feet are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal, you must rest solidly on the top corners of the safety warnings in this manual could result in the final location. If you are in firm contact with the floor. 12 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 12 2010.2.8 2:6:48 PM NOTE: Adjust the...
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... male end of the duct protrudes 1½ inches (3.8 cm) to the rear. Attach cover plate to the base of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. 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 property damage, personal injury or death. Pull out the exhaust duct. Be sure that the male end of the dryer as shown...
... male end of the duct protrudes 1½ inches (3.8 cm) to the rear. Attach cover plate to the base of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. 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 property damage, personal injury or death. Pull out the exhaust duct. Be sure that the male end of the dryer as shown...
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...in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT use an open flame to the gas service. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of the dryer; A 1⁄8 - inch NPT pipe plug must have it is your personal responsibility and obligation... line requirements: Your laundry room must be used for use with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. In the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be converted for Gas Models Only wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this...
...in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT use an open flame to the gas service. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of the dryer; A 1⁄8 - inch NPT pipe plug must have it is your personal responsibility and obligation... line requirements: Your laundry room must be used for use with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. In the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be converted for Gas Models Only wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this...
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... on the upper back 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 required. • Use a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends...
... on the upper back 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 required. • Use a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends...
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... screws securely. Attach the white neutral wire to the outer terminal block screws. UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 2 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is required. • Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to same color screw. Each colored...
... screws securely. Attach the white neutral wire to the outer terminal block screws. UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 2 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is required. • Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to same color screw. Each colored...
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... a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. Wire color indicated on manual is required. Failure to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 23 23 2010.2.8 2:7:8 PM ENGLISH...
... a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. Wire color indicated on manual is required. Failure to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 23 23 2010.2.8 2:7:8 PM ENGLISH...
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.... Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Install a UL-listed strain relief into a hook shape. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is required. • Use UL-listed 3-wire #10...
.... Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Install a UL-listed strain relief into a hook shape. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is required. • Use UL-listed 3-wire #10...
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...display. F LCD DISPLAY The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your new dryer. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you can add a STEAM option to turn the dryer OFF. For detailed information about the individual options, please see ...using your dryer. If the dryer is running, use these buttons to view and select other settings. C START/PAUSE BUTTON Press this manual for the selected cycle. Certain buttons feature a special function (see the following pages for details) that can be activated by pressing and...
...display. F LCD DISPLAY The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your new dryer. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you can add a STEAM option to turn the dryer OFF. For detailed information about the individual options, please see ...using your dryer. If the dryer is running, use these buttons to view and select other settings. C START/PAUSE BUTTON Press this manual for the selected cycle. Certain buttons feature a special function (see the following pages for details) that can be activated by pressing and...
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...AIR DRY require heat-free drying such as Off plastics or rubber NO 30 HEAT Adjustable Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in your garments not every dryness level, ... synthetic items Normal Adjustable LOW 32 COTTON/ NORMAL Work clothes, corduroys, etc. Manual Dry Cycles Use Manual Dry cycles to ensure superior results. Do not use this cycle Very RIAL with every cycle. When a Manual Dry cycle is available with delicate fabrics. Dry HIGH 70 BULKY/ LARGE Cormforters...
...AIR DRY require heat-free drying such as Off plastics or rubber NO 30 HEAT Adjustable Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in your garments not every dryness level, ... synthetic items Normal Adjustable LOW 32 COTTON/ NORMAL Work clothes, corduroys, etc. Manual Dry Cycles Use Manual Dry cycles to ensure superior results. Do not use this cycle Very RIAL with every cycle. When a Manual Dry cycle is available with delicate fabrics. Dry HIGH 70 BULKY/ LARGE Cormforters...
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... so can result in the dryer. Please refer to specific sections of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this manual for more detailed information. SORTING LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of fire, electric shock, or injury to oil, gasoline, or...
... so can result in the dryer. Please refer to specific sections of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this manual for more detailed information. SORTING LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of fire, electric shock, or injury to oil, gasoline, or...