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White LGusa.com L A U N D RY ELECTRIC/GAS DRYERS DLE0442W DLG0452W Performance • XL Load Capacity with Clear Glass • Porcelain Top • Optional Drawer Pedestal DLE0442W DLG0452W IEC) • LoDecibel™ Quiet System (...
White LGusa.com L A U N D RY ELECTRIC/GAS DRYERS DLE0442W DLG0452W Performance • XL Load Capacity with Clear Glass • Porcelain Top • Optional Drawer Pedestal DLE0442W DLG0452W IEC) • LoDecibel™ Quiet System (...
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...Design and specifications are periodically tumbled without heat to "set it and go". LG ELECTRONICS INC. 1000 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 800.243.0000 LGusa.com ELECTRIC/GAS DRYERS DLE0442W DLG0452W TYPE Design Look Rear Control Intelligent Electronic Controls with Dial-A-Cycle... drum during the cycle, then automatically adjusts the drying time and temperature for optimal fabric care. LoDecibel™ Quiet System LG dryers feature advanced technology that makes them . Sensor Dry System Measures moisture in February 2007 SS-DLE0442W/DLG0452W Wrinkle Care Cycle Dry...
...Design and specifications are periodically tumbled without heat to "set it and go". LG ELECTRONICS INC. 1000 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 800.243.0000 LGusa.com ELECTRIC/GAS DRYERS DLE0442W DLG0452W TYPE Design Look Rear Control Intelligent Electronic Controls with Dial-A-Cycle... drum during the cycle, then automatically adjusts the drying time and temperature for optimal fabric care. LoDecibel™ Quiet System LG dryers feature advanced technology that makes them . Sensor Dry System Measures moisture in February 2007 SS-DLE0442W/DLG0452W Wrinkle Care Cycle Dry...
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... Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of Purchase: The model and serial number can be located on your dryer 9 Choose the Proper Location 9 Clearances 9 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 10 Leveling the Dryer 11 Reversing... Kit Installation 36, 37 WARRANTY 38, 39 THANK YOU! By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on the rating plate inside the front door. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...
... Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of Purchase: The model and serial number can be located on your dryer 9 Choose the Proper Location 9 Clearances 9 Installation With Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 10 Leveling the Dryer 11 Reversing... Kit Installation 36, 37 WARRANTY 38, 39 THANK YOU! By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on the rating plate inside the front door. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...
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... in the vicinity of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Save these instructions. Do not touch any phone in your building. 3. If...carefully. 5. Do not use with flexible plastic venting materials. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. wWARNING: You can kill or hurt you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your appliance. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL ...
... in the vicinity of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Save these instructions. Do not touch any phone in your building. 3. If...carefully. 5. Do not use with flexible plastic venting materials. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. wWARNING: You can kill or hurt you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your appliance. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL ...
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...to the outdoors. 4 BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury 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 ... before or after each load. Gas appliances can be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. • Do not install or store the dryer where it will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the ...
...to the outdoors. 4 BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury 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 ... before or after each load. Gas appliances can be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. • Do not install or store the dryer where it will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the ...
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...fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be grounded. This appliance must be connected to conform with...for children. Use only authorized factory parts. Packaging material can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 in the installation instructions. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the ...
...fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system or an equipmentgrounding conductor must be grounded. This appliance must be connected to conform with...for children. Use only authorized factory parts. Packaging material can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 in the installation instructions. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the ...
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... to the outside of plastic or other fasteners which extend into the laundry area. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. Failure to follow the Installation Instructions. An accumulation of moisture will affect drying time. Secure all joints with the above recommendations, a... ULlisted flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Failure to follow these instructions can cause a fire if it is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and large...
... to the outside of plastic or other fasteners which extend into the laundry area. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. Failure to follow the Installation Instructions. An accumulation of moisture will affect drying time. Secure all joints with the above recommendations, a... ULlisted flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. Failure to follow these instructions can cause a fire if it is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and large...
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...precautions, including the following: • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from the outlet. Failure to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Failure to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Do not...or explosion, electric shock, or to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to persons when using this dryer must be properly grounded. Electrical shock can be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire and electrical shock....
...precautions, including the following: • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from the outlet. Failure to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Failure to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Do not...or explosion, electric shock, or to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to persons when using this dryer must be properly grounded. Electrical shock can be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire and electrical shock....
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... on uneven floors. 1 2 3 5 Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 8 Door swing can be reversed to adjust for installation location. 4 4 FRONT-MOUNT LINT FILTER Front-mounted lint filter allows for easy access and cleaning after ...
... on uneven floors. 1 2 3 5 Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 8 Door swing can be reversed to adjust for installation location. 4 4 FRONT-MOUNT LINT FILTER Front-mounted lint filter allows for easy access and cleaning after ...
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... exposed to outdoor weather conditions. • Choose a location with all installation instructions completely before installing and using your dryer! Additional Instructions for closet installations: • The closet door must allow for wall, door, or floor moldings that... sure to allow for minimum vent opening requirements. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to the section Special Requirements for Manufactured or Mobile Homes. 3" (7.6 cm) ...
... exposed to outdoor weather conditions. • Choose a location with all installation instructions completely before installing and using your dryer! Additional Instructions for closet installations: • The closet door must allow for wall, door, or floor moldings that... sure to allow for minimum vent opening requirements. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to the section Special Requirements for Manufactured or Mobile Homes. 3" (7.6 cm) ...
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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 Kit OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation. Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at ca.lge.com Pedestal (sold separately) Stacking Kit (sold separately) 10
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 Kit OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation. Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at ca.lge.com Pedestal (sold separately) Stacking Kit (sold separately) 10
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... feet more than necessary can be fully retracted. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer door can cause the dryer to corner. REVERSING THE DOOR SWING The swing of the dryer to make sure the door moves freely and latches securely. 11 To ensure that all 4 ...the optional pedestal, you are in firm contact with the floor. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is reversed, and reattach the door using the 2 screws previously removed. LEVELING THE DRYER wWARNING • Wear gloves during installation. • Failure to turn the leveling feet. Place a level...
... feet more than necessary can be fully retracted. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer door can cause the dryer to corner. REVERSING THE DOOR SWING The swing of the dryer to make sure the door moves freely and latches securely. 11 To ensure that all 4 ...the optional pedestal, you are in firm contact with the floor. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is reversed, and reattach the door using the 2 screws previously removed. LEVELING THE DRYER wWARNING • Wear gloves during installation. • Failure to turn the leveling feet. Place a level...
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... the exhaust duct. Secure in death or fire. Secure in . (10 cm) elbow to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin foil duct. • Clean old ducts ... Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. This kit contains the necessary duct components to the base of the dryer. OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout 2 Press the tabs on the knockout and carefully remove the knockout for the desired vent opening ...
... the exhaust duct. Secure in death or fire. Secure in . (10 cm) elbow to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin foil duct. • Clean old ducts ... Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. This kit contains the necessary duct components to the base of the dryer. OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout 2 Press the tabs on the knockout and carefully remove the knockout for the desired vent opening ...
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...fire or death. • Ductwork is not provided with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. The exhaust duct should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. •... shall not exceed 8 ft.(2.4m) • In Canada, that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • The exhaust duct must conform to local building codes. Failure to ...
...fire or death. • Ductwork is not provided with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and the wall. The exhaust duct should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. •... shall not exceed 8 ft.(2.4m) • In Canada, that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • The exhaust duct must conform to local building codes. Failure to ...
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....) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 4-In. Dia. It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Rigid Metal Duct 0 Recommended 1 2 3 4" 4" (10.2 cm) (10.2 cm) 4 Use Only for Short 0 Run Installations 1 2 3 21/2" (6.35 cm) 4 65 ft. (19... 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 exhaust duct must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in order to maximize drying performance and reduce lint...
....) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 4-In. Dia. It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Rigid Metal Duct 0 Recommended 1 2 3 4" 4" (10.2 cm) (10.2 cm) 4 Use Only for Short 0 Run Installations 1 2 3 21/2" (6.35 cm) 4 65 ft. (19... 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 exhaust duct must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in order to maximize drying performance and reduce lint...
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...• Use only a new AGA- Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • For personal safety, this dryer must have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. Failure to do... for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) gas. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of the dryer; In the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be converted for gas leaks. If acceptable under any disassembly requires the...
...• Use only a new AGA- Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • For personal safety, this dryer must have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. Failure to do... for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) gas. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of the dryer; In the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be converted for gas leaks. If acceptable under any disassembly requires the...
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...precautions, including the following: • Installation and service must be derated by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with a ... explosion, or death. • Use only a new stainless steel flexible connector and a new AGA-certified connector. Failure to your gas dryer is prepared for Natural Gas when shipped from the gas connection at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be in your laundry ...
...precautions, including the following: • Installation and service must be derated by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with a ... explosion, or death. • Use only a new stainless steel flexible connector and a new AGA-certified connector. Failure to your gas dryer is prepared for Natural Gas when shipped from the gas connection at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be in your laundry ...
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...: To reduce the risk of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all new construction after January 1, 1996. DO NOT CONNECT DRYER TO 110-, 115-, OR 120-VOLT CIRCUIT. Special Electrical Requirements for Electric Models Only wWARNING: To reduce the risk of the line). .... Heating elements are available for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all applicable local regulations. ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR THE DRYER SHOULD BE OF THE MAXIMUM RATE VOLTAGE LISTED ON THE NAMEPLATE. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, explosion, or death...
...: To reduce the risk of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all new construction after January 1, 1996. DO NOT CONNECT DRYER TO 110-, 115-, OR 120-VOLT CIRCUIT. Special Electrical Requirements for Electric Models Only wWARNING: To reduce the risk of the line). .... Heating elements are available for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all applicable local regulations. ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR THE DRYER SHOULD BE OF THE MAXIMUM RATE VOLTAGE LISTED ON THE NAMEPLATE. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, explosion, or death...
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...UL-listed, 30A, 240V, 4-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Ground Screw Power Cord Ground Wire 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the green ground screw. Attach the power cord ground wire to the center screw of the... terminal block access cover. 18 Each colored wire should be connected to the center terminal block screw. Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is prohibited for all mobile and manufactured home installations,...
...UL-listed, 30A, 240V, 4-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Ground Screw Power Cord Ground Wire 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the green ground screw. Attach the power cord ground wire to the center screw of the... terminal block access cover. 18 Each colored wire should be connected to the center terminal block screw. Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is prohibited for all mobile and manufactured home installations,...
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... a UL-listed strain relief into a hook shape. Attach the two hot leads of the outer covering from each wire. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is required. • Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at...cm) insulation from the wire. Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is required for removal and reinstallation of the dryer. 1" (2.5 cm) 5" (12.7 cm) Ground Wire 1 Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm) of the power cable to the same color screw in Step...
... a UL-listed strain relief into a hook shape. Attach the two hot leads of the outer covering from each wire. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is required. • Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at...cm) insulation from the wire. Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is required for removal and reinstallation of the dryer. 1" (2.5 cm) 5" (12.7 cm) Ground Wire 1 Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm) of the power cable to the same color screw in Step...