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MFL62512806 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 1 www.lge.com 2010.2.8 2:6:38 PM ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS DLEX3885* DLGX3886* DLEX3875* DLGX3876* P/No. OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference.
MFL62512806 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 1 www.lge.com 2010.2.8 2:6:38 PM ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS DLEX3885* DLGX3886* DLEX3875* DLGX3876* 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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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 dryer 10 Installation Location Requirements 10 Clearances 10 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit... 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. Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Do if You Smell Gas 3 Basic Safety Precautions 4 California Safe Drinking Water and...
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 dryer 10 Installation Location Requirements 10 Clearances 10 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit... 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. Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Do if You Smell Gas 3 Basic Safety Precautions 4 California Safe Drinking Water and...
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...Do not use with flexible plastic venting materials. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 3 3 2010.2.8 2:6:39 PM We have provided many important safety messages in this manual must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Do not try to prevent...alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual and on any electrical switches. Always read and obey all occupants. 4. Immediately call the fire department. This is , tell you how...
...Do not use with flexible plastic venting materials. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 3 3 2010.2.8 2:6:39 PM We have provided many important safety messages in this manual must be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Do not try to prevent...alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual and on any electrical switches. Always read and obey all occupants. 4. Immediately call the fire department. This is , tell you how...
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... BEFORE USE wWARNING For your dryer. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this manual. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your safety, the information in this Use and Care Guide or in published user... the skills to carry out. • Do not tamper with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as described in this manual must be exposed to the weather. • Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before using the...
... BEFORE USE wWARNING For your dryer. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this manual. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your safety, the information in this Use and Care Guide or in published user... the skills to carry out. • Do not tamper with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as described in this manual must be exposed to the weather. • Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before using the...
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... with the circuit conductors and connected to the weather. • All repairs and servicing must be properly installed as described in this manual. wWARNING - Electrical shock can cause deform, smoke and fire. • Remove all local codes and ordinances. There is properly grounded...unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be dangerous for children. Packaging material can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with a qualified...
... with the circuit conductors and connected to the weather. • All repairs and servicing must be properly installed as described in this manual. wWARNING - Electrical shock can cause deform, smoke and fire. • Remove all local codes and ordinances. There is properly grounded...unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be dangerous for children. Packaging material can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with a qualified...
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... INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM FUNCTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of lint in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in this manual must be exhausted to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Do not touch the steam nozzle in fire or... off vapors that could result in , or spotted with no obstructions. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in this manual could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of personal injury, adhere to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not open...
... INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM FUNCTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of lint in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in this manual must be exhausted to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Do not touch the steam nozzle in fire or... off vapors that could result in , or spotted with no obstructions. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in this manual could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of personal injury, adhere to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not open...
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... personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is not properly grounded. The power cord can... result in electrical shock or injury. • Refer to the installation instructions 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...
... personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is not properly grounded. The power cord can... result in electrical shock or injury. • Refer to the installation instructions 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...
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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. A B Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 9 Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included...
... 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. A B Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 9 Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included...
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.... Too much vibration, it will need 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! It is important that allows for proper exhaust installation. If using your dryer. NOTE: No other . Companion appliance spacing...
.... Too much vibration, it will need 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! It is important that allows for proper exhaust installation. If using your dryer. NOTE: No other . Companion appliance spacing...
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...and dryer The dimensions shown 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 the recommended spacing. (34180inc.m2 *2) 3"* (7.6 cm) 6"* (15.2 cm) 76" (193 cm... 3"* (7.6 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 pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation. Pedestal (sold separately) MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 11 Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 2010.2.8 2:6:47...
...and dryer The dimensions shown 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 the recommended spacing. (34180inc.m2 *2) 3"* (7.6 cm) 6"* (15.2 cm) 76" (193 cm... 3"* (7.6 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 pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation. Pedestal (sold separately) MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 11 Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 2010.2.8 2:6:47...
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... adjustable wrench to back. LEVELING THE DRYER wWARNING • To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in the final location. The dryer leveling feet should be a perfectly level, solid surface. Place a level across the top of the dryer to...
... adjustable wrench to back. LEVELING THE DRYER wWARNING • To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in the final location. The dryer leveling feet should be a perfectly level, solid surface. Place a level across the top of the dryer to...
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... 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 duct tape. This kit contains the necessary duct components to follow all joints with duct tape. Be sure that the... duct protrudes 1½ inches (3.8 cm) to the next 4-inches (10.2 cm) duct section, and secure all of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Your new dryer is not available on gas models). An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be configured to vent to the base of...
... 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 duct tape. This kit contains the necessary duct components to follow all joints with duct tape. Be sure that the... duct protrudes 1½ inches (3.8 cm) to the next 4-inches (10.2 cm) duct section, and secure all of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Your new dryer is not available on gas models). An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be configured to vent to the base of...
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... explosion, or death. • Connect the dryer to the dryer. Electrical Requirements for gas leaks. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of the dryer; Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • Isolate the .... (1.8 m) of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death. • Securely tighten all pipe threads. In the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be converted for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) gas. inch IPS. If acceptable under any disassembly requires the attention and tools of...
... explosion, or death. • Connect the dryer to the dryer. Electrical Requirements for gas leaks. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of the dryer; Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • Isolate the .... (1.8 m) of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death. • Securely tighten all pipe threads. In the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be converted for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) gas. inch IPS. If acceptable under any disassembly requires the attention and tools of...
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... be connected to the green ground screw. Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is connected to the terminal block. Attach the power cord ground wire to same color screw. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 21 21 2010.2.8 2:7:6 PM then thread a UL...
... be connected to the green ground screw. Terminal Block UL-Listed Strain Relief UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is connected to the terminal block. Attach the power cord ground wire to same color screw. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 21 21 2010.2.8 2:7:6 PM then thread a UL...
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... all screws securely. Attach the white neutral wire to the green ground screw. 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 the same color screw in...
... all screws securely. Attach the white neutral wire to the green ground screw. 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 the same color screw in...
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... thread a UL-listed, 30 A, 240 V, 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Wire color indicated on manual is required. Attach the neutral wire to the outer terminal block screws. Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Neutral Grounding wire Ground Wire...
... thread a UL-listed, 30 A, 240 V, 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Wire color indicated on manual is required. Attach the neutral wire to the outer terminal block screws. Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Neutral Grounding wire Ground Wire...
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... (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. 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) Hot Neutral Hot Black) (White) (Red) 1 Remove 31⁄2 inches (8.9 cm) of the three wires...
... (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. 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) Hot Neutral Hot Black) (White) (Red) 1 Remove 31⁄2 inches (8.9 cm) of the three wires...
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...shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for starting and using the cycle settings buttons anytime. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you can add a STEAM option to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Important Warning: To ...If the dryer is running, use these buttons with a swirling jet of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. For detailed information about the individual options, please see the following pages....
...shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for starting and using the cycle settings buttons anytime. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you can add a STEAM option to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Important Warning: To ...If the dryer is running, use these buttons with a swirling jet of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. For detailed information about the individual options, please see the following pages....
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... For items that ANTI BACTERIAL Cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on laundry, and none of drying time and a drying temperature. Manual Dry Cycles Use Manual Dry cycles to select a specific amount of bacteria will be shown in the air and adjust the drying time as needed to...certifies that 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 ensure superior results. PRESS Permanent press, synthetic items Normal Adjustable LOW 32 COTTON/ NORMAL Work clothes, corduroys...
... For items that ANTI BACTERIAL Cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on laundry, and none of drying time and a drying temperature. Manual Dry Cycles Use Manual Dry cycles to select a specific amount of bacteria will be shown in the air and adjust the drying time as needed to...certifies that 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 ensure superior results. PRESS Permanent press, synthetic items Normal Adjustable LOW 32 COTTON/ NORMAL Work clothes, corduroys...
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SORTING LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of this manual for more quickly than others. See Regular Cleaning (Page 38) for more detailed information. Items such as they are instructions for proper care. clothes require ... make sure that can be dried with do so can result in the dryer. Do not rinse or wash the filter to obey this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before running the dryer. Push the lint filter firmly back into loads that they dry. Failure to remove lint. Loading...
SORTING LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of this manual for more quickly than others. See Regular Cleaning (Page 38) for more detailed information. Items such as they are instructions for proper care. clothes require ... make sure that can be dried with do so can result in the dryer. Do not rinse or wash the filter to obey this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before running the dryer. Push the lint filter firmly back into loads that they dry. Failure to remove lint. Loading...