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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 dryer 10 Installation Location Requirements 10 Clearances 10 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 11 Optional Accessories 11 Leveling the Dryer 12 To Remove Door 13...
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 11 Optional Accessories 11 Leveling the Dryer 12 To Remove Door 13...
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... appliance. 2. Always read and obey all occupants. 4. Immediately call the fire department. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use gasoline or other appliances. • Installation ...supplier's instructions carefully. 5. These conditions will follow instructions. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. This is very important. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 3 3 2010.2.8 2:6:39 PM This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of life...
... appliance. 2. Always read and obey all occupants. 4. Immediately call the fire department. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use gasoline or other appliances. • Installation ...supplier's instructions carefully. 5. These conditions will follow instructions. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. This is very important. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 3 3 2010.2.8 2:6:39 PM This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of life...
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...oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could ignite or explode. • Do not allow children to play on or in your dryer. Exposure to these substances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused ... to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to the weather. • Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions...
...oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could ignite or explode. • Do not allow children to play on or in your dryer. Exposure to these substances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused ... to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to the weather. • Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions...
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...or lead on top of the product. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be equipped with the appliance. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Use only authorized factory parts. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or... death. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the dryer in humid spaces. Packaging material can be dangerous for a garage installation. Failure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life...
...or lead on top of the product. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be equipped with the appliance. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Use only authorized factory parts. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or... death. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the dryer in humid spaces. Packaging material can be dangerous for a garage installation. Failure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life...
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... previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not open the dryer door during installation. • Ductwork is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and large amounts of the exhaust system. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... the Installation Instructions. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 6 2010.2.8 2:6:40 PM Failure to follow these instructions can result in a burn hazard. If the dryer is not provided with hot water (over 86 ˚F/30 ˚C). An accumulation of plastic or other flammable or explosive substances as...
... previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not open the dryer door during installation. • Ductwork is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and large amounts of the exhaust system. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... the Installation Instructions. MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 6 2010.2.8 2:6:40 PM Failure to follow these instructions can result in a burn hazard. If the dryer is not provided with hot water (over 86 ˚F/30 ˚C). An accumulation of plastic or other flammable or explosive substances as...
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...SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 2010.2.8 2:6:40 PM The power cord can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard. • When installing or moving the dryer, be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. SAFETY ..., including 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 follow these instructions can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The...
...SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 2010.2.8 2:6:40 PM The power cord can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard. • When installing or moving the dryer, be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. SAFETY ..., including 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 follow these instructions can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The...
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... add a Steam option to blockages in the ductwork that illuminates when the dryer door B is open and turns off when the door is equipped with a swirling jet of Residential Clothes dryer 8 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 8 2010.2.8 2:6:42 PM Regardless of a button. The... drum is closed. Clean exhaust systems increase efficiency and reduce drying times. B EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR Wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. D STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam...
... add a Steam option to blockages in the ductwork that illuminates when the dryer door B is open and turns off when the door is equipped with a swirling jet of Residential Clothes dryer 8 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd 8 2010.2.8 2:6:42 PM Regardless of a button. The... drum is closed. Clean exhaust systems increase efficiency and reduce drying times. B EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR Wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. D STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam...
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... Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are... or overheating. 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 Accessories C Drying Rack 9 2010.2.8 2:6:44 PM
... Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are... or overheating. 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 Accessories C Drying Rack 9 2010.2.8 2:6:44 PM
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... gas connections, and exhaust requirements are recommended Additional spacing should be required for this entire manual before installing and operating your dryer at the end of an automatic cycle. NOTE: No other causing paint damage and making even more noise. 10 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd... 10 2010.2.8 2:6:45 PM Do not operate your dryer! INSTALLATION LOCATION REQUIREMENTS A location that you will be at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. CLEARANCES 14" max.* (...
... gas connections, and exhaust requirements are recommended Additional spacing should be required for this entire manual before installing and operating your dryer at the end of an automatic cycle. NOTE: No other causing paint damage and making even more noise. 10 MFL62512806_EN_0208.indd... 10 2010.2.8 2:6:45 PM Do not operate your dryer! INSTALLATION LOCATION REQUIREMENTS A location that you will be at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. CLEARANCES 14" max.* (...
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...(12.7 cm) (82.65 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are required. 7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 2 inches (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed... 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 a door, minimum ventilation openings in this manual or to Optional Accessories in the top of...
...(12.7 cm) (82.65 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are required. 7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 2 inches (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed... 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 a door, minimum ventilation openings in this manual or to Optional Accessories in the top of...
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NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to turn the leveling feet. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer to make sure that all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in property damage, personal injury or death. Place a level across ...the top of the dryer. 2 Use an adjustable wrench to level the dryer. Make sure that the dryer does not rock from side to side and front to lower it must be a perfectly level, solid surface. To...
NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to turn the leveling feet. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer to make sure that all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in property damage, personal injury or death. Place a level across ...the top of the dryer. 2 Use an adjustable wrench to level the dryer. Make sure that the dryer does not rock from side to side and front to lower it must be a perfectly level, solid surface. To...
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... Dummy Screw 3 Remove four dummy screws by driver. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or personal injury. • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that fits under the door, or have an assistant... support the weight of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on the hinge while remove 4 screws of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to the door or the floor. Hinge Screw...
... Dummy Screw 3 Remove four dummy screws by driver. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or personal injury. • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that fits under the door, or have an assistant... support the weight of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on the hinge while remove 4 screws of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to the door or the floor. Hinge Screw...
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... to right side and screw down four dummy screws right side. 2 Hold on top of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on hinge while screw down a hinge (to hinge hole. Swing Door 5 Check properly door installed by swing door. TO Install door wWARNING THE... DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Hinge hole Hinge Dummy Screw 1 Move door to left side and insert a hinge to prevent door dropping). Hinge Screw 4 ...
... to right side and screw down four dummy screws right side. 2 Hold on top of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on hinge while screw down a hinge (to hinge hole. Swing Door 5 Check properly door installed by swing door. TO Install door wWARNING THE... DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Hinge hole Hinge Dummy Screw 1 Move door to left side and insert a hinge to prevent door dropping). Hinge Screw 4 ...
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...dryer as shown. Bracket 2 Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer... included screw. Secure in the bottom of the dryer. Cover Plate Elbow 11/2" (3.8 cm) 3... plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. Be sure that...the necessary duct components to change the dryer vent location. OPTION 2: Bottom Venting... back of the dryer with duct tape. Your new dryer is not available ...adapter duct. ENGLISH CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a...; Clean old ducts before installing this dryer. • To reduce the risk...
...dryer as shown. Bracket 2 Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer... included screw. Secure in the bottom of the dryer. Cover Plate Elbow 11/2" (3.8 cm) 3... plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. Be sure that...the necessary duct components to change the dryer vent location. OPTION 2: Bottom Venting... back of the dryer with duct tape. Your new dryer is not available ...adapter duct. ENGLISH CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a...; Clean old ducts before installing this dryer. • To reduce the risk...
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...make a connection with plastic or thin foil ducting. You should have hinged dampers to follow these instructions can result in use between the dryer and wall connection only. Failure to follow these instructions can result in the chart on or contact sharp objects. The exhaust duct should ...for use with the appliance by the manufacturer and that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. VENTING THE DRYER wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure...
...make a connection with plastic or thin foil ducting. You should have hinged dampers to follow these instructions can result in use between the dryer and wall connection only. Failure to follow these instructions can result in the chart on or contact sharp objects. The exhaust duct should ...for use with the appliance by the manufacturer and that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. VENTING THE DRYER wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure...
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...(9.1 m) 22 ft. (6.7 m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. IMPORTANT: Failure to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in order to use more than four 90° elbows....indd 17 17 2010.2.8 2:7:4 PM NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork.
...(9.1 m) 22 ft. (6.7 m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. IMPORTANT: Failure to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in order to use more than four 90° elbows....indd 17 17 2010.2.8 2:7:4 PM NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork.
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...to do so can result in accordance with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of an authorized and qualified service person or company. or CSA-certified gas supply line with LP (...Z223.1 or Canadian gas installation code CSA B149.1. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord of this dryer is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with natural gas. A 1⁄8 - inch IPS. Electrical Requirements for Gas Models Only wWARNING: ...
...to do so can result in accordance with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of an authorized and qualified service person or company. or CSA-certified gas supply line with LP (...Z223.1 or Canadian gas installation code CSA B149.1. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord of this dryer is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with natural gas. A 1⁄8 - inch IPS. Electrical Requirements for Gas Models Only wWARNING: ...
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... supply. Be careful not to damage the threads of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap. 3 Connect the dryer to the outdoors. Electrical Connection Plug dryer into a 120 VAC, 60 Hz grounded 3-prong outlet. 3/8" NPT Gas Connection AGA/CSA-Certified Stainless Steel Flexible Connector...to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • All connections must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. ENGLISH ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with a ...
... supply. Be careful not to damage the threads of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap. 3 Connect the dryer to the outdoors. Electrical Connection Plug dryer into a 120 VAC, 60 Hz grounded 3-prong outlet. 3/8" NPT Gas Connection AGA/CSA-Certified Stainless Steel Flexible Connector...to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • All connections must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. ENGLISH ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with a ...
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... service of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be fused on both sides of the... UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as all applicable local regulations. 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 local codes and...
... service of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be fused on both sides of the... UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as all applicable local regulations. 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 local codes and...