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MODEL : DLE2516W/DLG2526W/DLE3733 U.S.A. Website: http://us.lgservice.com Canadian Website: http://lg.ca ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY IN ORDER TO PROPERLY DIAGNOSE PROBLEMS AND TO SAFELY PROVIDE QUALITY SERVICE ON THESE DRYERS.
MODEL : DLE2516W/DLG2526W/DLE3733 U.S.A. Website: http://us.lgservice.com Canadian Website: http://lg.ca ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY IN ORDER TO PROPERLY DIAGNOSE PROBLEMS AND TO SAFELY PROVIDE QUALITY SERVICE ON THESE DRYERS.
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DRYER CYCLE PROCESS ...13 5. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 32 12. CONTROL LAYOUT ...18 8. TEST 6 HEATER SWITCH TEST - DRUM & MOTOR ASSEMBLY: GAS MODEL 42 13. GAS MODEL 29 10. ...
DRYER CYCLE PROCESS ...13 5. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 32 12. CONTROL LAYOUT ...18 8. TEST 6 HEATER SWITCH TEST - DRUM & MOTOR ASSEMBLY: GAS MODEL 42 13. GAS MODEL 29 10. ...
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I Dryer capacity: IEC 7.3 cu.ft. I Size: 27 X 29.9 X 38.7 (inch) I Weight: 126(Ibs) Specifications are subject to the rating label regarding detailed information. 1 SPECIFICATIONS I Name: Electric and Gas Dryer I ACCESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 6 Stacking kit (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 7 4 Pedestal (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 8 I Power supply: Please refer to change by manufacturer.
I Dryer capacity: IEC 7.3 cu.ft. I Size: 27 X 29.9 X 38.7 (inch) I Weight: 126(Ibs) Specifications are subject to the rating label regarding detailed information. 1 SPECIFICATIONS I Name: Electric and Gas Dryer I ACCESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 6 Stacking kit (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 7 4 Pedestal (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 8 I Power supply: Please refer to change by manufacturer.
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of Dry Levels Sound levels Sensor Moisture Temperature Reversible Door Drum Dryer Rack Child Lock Interior Light Product (WxHxD) Packing (WxHxD) DLE2516W / DLG2526W Blue White Porcelain Silver Spray 120V/240V 60Hz (26A) 250W (4.5A) 5400W (22.5A) ...
of Dry Levels Sound levels Sensor Moisture Temperature Reversible Door Drum Dryer Rack Child Lock Interior Light Product (WxHxD) Packing (WxHxD) DLE2516W / DLG2526W Blue White Porcelain Silver Spray 120V/240V 60Hz (26A) 250W (4.5A) 5400W (22.5A) ...
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2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Rack Installation Instructions 1Open the door. Hold the dryer rack with both hands. 2 Put the dryer rack into the drum 3 Check and be sure that the front of the rack is properly seated behind the lint filter. 6
2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Rack Installation Instructions 1Open the door. Hold the dryer rack with both hands. 2 Put the dryer rack into the drum 3 Check and be sure that the front of the rack is properly seated behind the lint filter. 6
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... least two people are required to the washer with a gas dryer in serious physical injury and damage to pinch fingers between the washer and dryer. Failure to heed this alone! 4 Secure the side bracket to lift and position the dryer on top of the washer by attaching the double-faced tape to... side bracket. 6 Insert the front rail of the top plate by placing the legs as product installation instructions describe in the owner's manual. Slide the dryer back against the stops on a stable, even and solid floor as shown. Push the front rail back against the stop on the side rail. 1 ...
... least two people are required to the washer with a gas dryer in serious physical injury and damage to pinch fingers between the washer and dryer. Failure to heed this alone! 4 Secure the side bracket to lift and position the dryer on top of the washer by attaching the double-faced tape to... side bracket. 6 Insert the front rail of the top plate by placing the legs as product installation instructions describe in the owner's manual. Slide the dryer back against the stops on a stable, even and solid floor as shown. Push the front rail back against the stop on the side rail. 1 ...
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... the pedestal. Then, adjust the lock unt toward the pedestal while holding the pedestal leg using a wrench. 8 Pedestal Installation Instructions For washer, dryer, and combo LG 27" 4 AAtftaecr hretmheovdinogubthle-pfarocteedcttivaepecoovfetrhinegbfroamcktehteto the dardyheersaivsesshuorfwacnes, oaltighne tbhenstcpreawrtshoolfetshien bthreackets ablriagcnkwetisthwtihthetheedgmeaatcnhdincgahnoblees aintttahcehpeeddteostahle pbeadseesatnadl wpritehssscarnedwpsr.ess the brackets against NthOe bTaEse:aAntdtatchhe tdhreyelro.wer side first. 1 Remove ...
... the pedestal. Then, adjust the lock unt toward the pedestal while holding the pedestal leg using a wrench. 8 Pedestal Installation Instructions For washer, dryer, and combo LG 27" 4 AAtftaecr hretmheovdinogubthle-pfarocteedcttivaepecoovfetrhinegbfroamcktehteto the dardyheersaivsesshuorfwacnes, oaltighne tbhenstcpreawrtshoolfetshien bthreackets ablriagcnkwetisthwtihthetheedgmeaatcnhdincgahnoblees aintttahcehpeeddteostahle pbeadseesatnadl wpritehssscarnedwpsr.ess the brackets against NthOe bTaEse:aAntdtatchhe tdhreyelro.wer side first. 1 Remove ...
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... will be replaced. Make sure that all terminal block nuts are on tight and power cord is available at your home. Electric Dryer Only Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type14-30R) Use the ... tightly. and be connecting to a fused disconnect or circuit breaker box 5" (12.7 cm) 3-wire direct 31/2" (8.6 cm) If this type is in order for dryer to be connecting box to a fused(21d.5"icsmc)onnect or circuit breaker (12.75c" m) 1. Make ends of 3 wires a hook shape. 1" (2.5 cm) (...
... will be replaced. Make sure that all terminal block nuts are on tight and power cord is available at your home. Electric Dryer Only Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type14-30R) Use the ... tightly. and be connecting to a fused disconnect or circuit breaker box 5" (12.7 cm) 3-wire direct 31/2" (8.6 cm) If this type is in order for dryer to be connecting box to a fused(21d.5"icsmc)onnect or circuit breaker (12.75c" m) 1. Make ends of 3 wires a hook shape. 1" (2.5 cm) (...
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3-wire connection : Direct wire Important : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for cm) dryer to be sure that all terminal block nuts are tight and the power cord is tightened and be 31/2" (8.6 cm) replaced. E 3. Make ... block screws. D E F a C b C 1. Connect the red and black wires to center terminal block screw. 2. Option 1: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. • lf your dryer in right position. Connect neutral wire(white) of a 3 wire connection, or you must use of power cord to the left and right terminal block screws...
3-wire connection : Direct wire Important : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for cm) dryer to be sure that all terminal block nuts are tight and the power cord is tightened and be 31/2" (8.6 cm) replaced. E 3. Make ... block screws. D E F a C b C 1. Connect the red and black wires to center terminal block screw. 2. Option 1: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. • lf your dryer in right position. Connect neutral wire(white) of a 3 wire connection, or you must use of power cord to the left and right terminal block screws...
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...a 3/8" N.P.T. Gas Connection 12 Pipe Plug (for gas leaks with the type of the dryer. Connect to section on Gas Requirements. 1 2 5 3 4 1 New Stainless Steel Flexible Connector - Use 1/2" pipe 5 3/8" N.P.T. Make certain your dryer is equipped at the rear of gas in your laundry room. Use 3/8" pipe Longer than... 20' (6.1 m) - Connect Gas Supply Pipe (Gas Dryer ONLY) For further assistance, refer to gas supply pipe using a new flexible stainless steel connector. 4. Tighten all pipe connections (...
...a 3/8" N.P.T. Gas Connection 12 Pipe Plug (for gas leaks with the type of the dryer. Connect to section on Gas Requirements. 1 2 5 3 4 1 New Stainless Steel Flexible Connector - Use 1/2" pipe 5 3/8" N.P.T. Make certain your dryer is equipped at the rear of gas in your laundry room. Use 3/8" pipe Longer than... 20' (6.1 m) - Connect Gas Supply Pipe (Gas Dryer ONLY) For further assistance, refer to gas supply pipe using a new flexible stainless steel connector. 4. Tighten all pipe connections (...
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... by users. ** Manual dry : "Temperature control" is set by users. 13 Default settings can be adjusted by users. Dry Display erature Level time Electro- Temp- 4 DRYER CYCLE PROCESS Default Conditions of operation and termination Cycle Drying Cooling Wrinkle care Temp-
... by users. ** Manual dry : "Temperature control" is set by users. 13 Default settings can be adjusted by users. Dry Display erature Level time Electro- Temp- 4 DRYER CYCLE PROCESS Default Conditions of operation and termination Cycle Drying Cooling Wrinkle care Temp-
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LIMIT THERMOSTAT GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CORD L1 BLACK N WHITE GN/YL WHITE 1 WH1 TRANS BL2 3 1 ELECTRONIC CONTROL YL2 1 3 TAB RELAY BLACK BL3 123 NA6 6 5 4321 RED PINK ...-LIMIT THERMOSTAT WHITE DC VALVE1 DC VALVE2 MOISTURE THERMISTOR FLAME SENSOR DETECTOR CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH RED WHITE NC NO GRAY SAFETY THERMOSTAT 19 8 WIRING DIAGRAM ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM L1 BLACK N WHITE L2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL 1 WH1 TRANS BL2 3 1 TAB RELAY TAB RELAY BLACK WHITE NA6 6 5 432 1 RED WHITE BACK BLUE ORANGE RED...
LIMIT THERMOSTAT GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CORD L1 BLACK N WHITE GN/YL WHITE 1 WH1 TRANS BL2 3 1 ELECTRONIC CONTROL YL2 1 3 TAB RELAY BLACK BL3 123 NA6 6 5 4321 RED PINK ...-LIMIT THERMOSTAT WHITE DC VALVE1 DC VALVE2 MOISTURE THERMISTOR FLAME SENSOR DETECTOR CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH RED WHITE NC NO GRAY SAFETY THERMOSTAT 19 8 WIRING DIAGRAM ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM L1 BLACK N WHITE L2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL 1 WH1 TRANS BL2 3 1 TAB RELAY TAB RELAY BLACK WHITE NA6 6 5 432 1 RED WHITE BACK BLUE ORANGE RED...
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... Power NO Cord is properly connected. Trouble Symptom No power was applied to Controller. Connector linked to Controller. (LED,LCD Display off) Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; Test 1 120V AC Electrical supply Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to and avoid an electric shock.
... Power NO Cord is properly connected. Trouble Symptom No power was applied to Controller. Connector linked to Controller. (LED,LCD Display off) Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; Test 1 120V AC Electrical supply Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to and avoid an electric shock.
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Turn on Burner 2. Turn on Burner Temperature Control below 70 4°C. Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; Turn on Heater1 and Heater2. Trans ❈ PCB ASSEMBLY LAYOUT < Table 2 > : Connection of the Tab Relay with Burner (Gas) High Mid High Medium ...
Turn on Burner 2. Turn on Burner Temperature Control below 70 4°C. Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; Turn on Heater1 and Heater2. Trans ❈ PCB ASSEMBLY LAYOUT < Table 2 > : Connection of the Tab Relay with Burner (Gas) High Mid High Medium ...
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... Heater2 Operation(black) operation(White) 1.Black and White Housing Wire , CROSS Off Off PCB condition Of operation Power Off ! Because improper Connection of the equipment-dryer can be damaged of "2. In case of power failure(-4), please check the Connection of changing heater. 23 < Table 2 > : Connection of Connection". CAUTION - In case of...
... Heater2 Operation(black) operation(White) 1.Black and White Housing Wire , CROSS Off Off PCB condition Of operation Power Off ! Because improper Connection of the equipment-dryer can be damaged of "2. In case of power failure(-4), please check the Connection of changing heater. 23 < Table 2 > : Connection of Connection". CAUTION - In case of...
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... to Motor Bracket operate Level by drum belt? No fan will work. NO YES Does Idle Switch attached to blower housing? Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. 1 Idler Switch Lever Idler Switch Is resistance below 1Ω between terminals of Power cord with earth line.) Trouble Symptom Drum...
... to Motor Bracket operate Level by drum belt? No fan will work. NO YES Does Idle Switch attached to blower housing? Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. 1 Idler Switch Lever Idler Switch Is resistance below 1Ω between terminals of Power cord with earth line.) Trouble Symptom Drum...
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...) and Pin (ORANGE wire)? YES • Check Electro Load and Harness Connector. • Check Harnesslinking connector. • Replace Control and Check. Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. NO YES Damping cloth When contacting cloth to Controller. Take 6pin Connector from Washing Machine Damp Dry 10% ~ Dried clothes...
...) and Pin (ORANGE wire)? YES • Check Electro Load and Harness Connector. • Check Harnesslinking connector. • Replace Control and Check. Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. NO YES Damping cloth When contacting cloth to Controller. Take 6pin Connector from Washing Machine Damp Dry 10% ~ Dried clothes...
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... Door, Drum motor and Trouble Symptom Heater run continuously) Door Close is not sensed. (Drum motor will flash at 0.5 second intervals.) Measurement Condition After turning Dryer Power Off, measure resistance. Check it resistance is 300~60 Ω between WH1- (White wire) and BK2- YES • Door switch Check (Refer to Component...
... Door, Drum motor and Trouble Symptom Heater run continuously) Door Close is not sensed. (Drum motor will flash at 0.5 second intervals.) Measurement Condition After turning Dryer Power Off, measure resistance. Check it resistance is 300~60 Ω between WH1- (White wire) and BK2- YES • Door switch Check (Refer to Component...
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... not work. Drying time takes longer. Gas Type Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to avoid electric shock. Measurement Condition With dryer power on Valve 1 Igniter Valve 2 Power On & Start (Normal Cycle) NO When measuring Valve 1 voltage, More than DC 90V? (10 sec after Off ) NO •...
... not work. Drying time takes longer. Gas Type Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to avoid electric shock. Measurement Condition With dryer power on Valve 1 Igniter Valve 2 Power On & Start (Normal Cycle) NO When measuring Valve 1 voltage, More than DC 90V? (10 sec after Off ) NO •...
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... the exhaust duct. 2-1. Detach and remove a knockout at the botton, left or right side as desired. (Right Side Vent not available on Gas dryer the order of work. DRYER EXHAUST CHANGE ! Wrap duct tape around joint. Reconnect the another duct [11 in (28cm)] to the blower housing, and attach the duct to...
... the exhaust duct. 2-1. Detach and remove a knockout at the botton, left or right side as desired. (Right Side Vent not available on Gas dryer the order of work. DRYER EXHAUST CHANGE ! Wrap duct tape around joint. Reconnect the another duct [11 in (28cm)] to the blower housing, and attach the duct to...