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MFL62512809 MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 1 www.lge.com 2010.1.22 12:14:10 PM ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS DLE5001W DLG5002W P/No. OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference.
MFL62512809 MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 1 www.lge.com 2010.1.22 12:14:10 PM ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS DLE5001W DLG5002W 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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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 ... Before Calling for Service 34 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions And Specifications 36 WARRANTY 37 THANK YOU! Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on your dryer will provide many years of reliable service. 2 MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 2 2010.1.22 12:14:10 PM IMPORTANT ...
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 ... Before Calling for Service 34 SPECIFICATIONS Key Dimensions And Specifications 36 WARRANTY 37 THANK YOU! Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on your dryer will provide many years of reliable service. 2 MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 2 2010.1.22 12:14:10 PM IMPORTANT ...
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... alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do not touch any electrical switches. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you... wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual and on any gas or electrical appliance. 2. Your Safety and the safety of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to light a match or cigarette, or...
... alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do not touch any electrical switches. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you... wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual and on any gas or electrical appliance. 2. Your Safety and the safety of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to light a match or cigarette, or...
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... to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects, or other flammable or explosive substances as described in this manual. • Do not place items exposed to the drying compartment. • The interior of natural gas or LP fuels. Items contaminated with gasoline... installed as they give off vapors that have the skills to carry out. • Do not tamper with controls. • Before the dryer is used near children. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener...
... to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects, or other flammable or explosive substances as described in this manual. • Do not place items exposed to the drying compartment. • The interior of natural gas or LP fuels. Items contaminated with gasoline... installed as they give off vapors that have the skills to carry out. • Do not tamper with controls. • Before the dryer is used near children. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener...
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...shock can result in doubt as described in humid spaces. Failure to follow this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to do so can result if the dryer is a risk of suffocation. • Do not install nearby heat item. Failure...and dispose of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow this warning can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in this manual. Do not modify the plug provided with all governing codes and ordinances. Electrical shock can cause serious injury, fire, ...
...shock can result in doubt as described in humid spaces. Failure to follow this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to do so can result if the dryer is a risk of suffocation. • Do not install nearby heat item. Failure...and dispose of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow this warning can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in this manual. Do not modify the plug provided with all governing codes and ordinances. Electrical shock can cause serious injury, fire, ...
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...For complete details, follow these instructions can result in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in fire or death. • The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the outside of the home can create a health and fire hazard. • Use only rigid metal or flexible...or death. 6 MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 6 2010.1.22 12:14:11 PM The use . Failure to follow these instructions can result in use of 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 plastic or...
...For complete details, follow these instructions can result in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in fire or death. • The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the outside of the home can create a health and fire hazard. • Use only rigid metal or flexible...or death. 6 MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 6 2010.1.22 12:14:11 PM The use . Failure to follow these instructions can result in use of 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 plastic or...
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...from overheated wires. • Never unplug 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 for specific electrical requirements for your model. ... READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. ...
...from overheated wires. • Never unplug 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 for specific electrical requirements for your model. ... READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. ...
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...) A Power Cord Location (Gas Models) C Included Accessories Drying Rack MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 9 Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 9 2010.1.22 12:14:15 PM B Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in the back) adjust to the special...and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in this manual. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to safely ...
...) A Power Cord Location (Gas Models) C Included Accessories Drying Rack MFL62512809_en_0122.indd 9 Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 9 2010.1.22 12:14:15 PM B Leveling Feet Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in the back) adjust to the special...and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in this manual. ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to safely ...
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... will provide many years of installation and servicing. NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can result in the same closet as a dryer. Additional clearances might not shut off at temperatures below 45º F (7º C). Clothes may not tumble properly, and automatic.... If using a pedestal, you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. See Venting Requirements. IMPORTANT: Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and your dryer will need to support the total dryer weight of the dryer. CLEARANCES 21 1⁄4" (54 cm) 14" max...
... will provide many years of installation and servicing. NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can result in the same closet as a dryer. Additional clearances might not shut off at temperatures below 45º F (7º C). Clothes may not tumble properly, and automatic.... If using a pedestal, you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. See Venting Requirements. IMPORTANT: Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and your dryer will need to support the total dryer weight of the dryer. CLEARANCES 21 1⁄4" (54 cm) 14" max...
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... result in property damage, personal injury or death. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer to level the dryer. Level Leveling Feet 1 Position the dryer in this manual or to the instructions for cabinet installation For cabinet installation, with the floor. 11 2010.1.22 12:14:18 PM To minimize...
... result in property damage, personal injury or death. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer to level the dryer. Level Leveling Feet 1 Position the dryer in this manual or to the instructions for cabinet installation For cabinet installation, with the floor. 11 2010.1.22 12:14:18 PM To minimize...
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... section, and secure all of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Be sure that the male end of the safety warnings in this manual could result in place with included screw. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer. Pull out the exhaust duct. Secure in the bottom of... the dryer with included screw. 13 2010.1.22 12:14:27 PM Press...
... section, and secure all of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Be sure that the male end of the safety warnings in this manual could result in place with included screw. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer. Pull out the exhaust duct. Secure in the bottom of... the dryer with included screw. 13 2010.1.22 12:14:27 PM Press...
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... ANSI Z223.1 or Canadian gas installation code CSA B149.1. Use a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid. Electrical Requirements for use with flexible stainless steel connectors. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Do not...:29 PM Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • Use only a new AGA- grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply.
... ANSI Z223.1 or Canadian gas installation code CSA B149.1. Use a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid. Electrical Requirements for use with flexible stainless steel connectors. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Do not...:29 PM Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • Use only a new AGA- grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply.
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... cord through the strain relief. Attach the white neutral wire to the terminal block. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required. • Use a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed...wire should be connected to the green ground screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back of the dryer. Failure to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral...4-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is prohibited for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all screws securely.
... cord through the strain relief. Attach the white neutral wire to the terminal block. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required. • Use a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed...wire should be connected to the green ground screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back of the dryer. Failure to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral...4-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is prohibited for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all screws securely.
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..., as well as all screws securely. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 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...connected to the terminal block. Remove 5 inches of insulation from behind the green ground screw to the outer terminal block screws. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to same color screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back of ...
..., as well as all screws securely. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 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...connected to the terminal block. Remove 5 inches of insulation from behind the green ground screw to the outer terminal block screws. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to same color screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back of ...
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... ends. Hot (Black) Ground Screw Neutral (White) Hot (Red) UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is required. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the center terminal block screw. Three-Wire Connection for : (1) new ...recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. then thread a UL-listed, 30 A, 240 V, 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through the neutral conductor is prohibited for Electric...
... ends. Hot (Black) Ground Screw Neutral (White) Hot (Red) UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is required. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the center terminal block screw. Three-Wire Connection for : (1) new ...recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. then thread a UL-listed, 30 A, 240 V, 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through the neutral conductor is prohibited for Electric...
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.... Wire color indicated on manual is required. • Use UL-listed 3-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to the same color screw in Step 1 through the strain relief. Bend the ends of the dryer. Install a UL-listed...wire to the terminal block. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is prohibited for removal and reinstallation of the dryer. 1" (2.5 cm) Hot (Black) Ground Screw Neutral (White) Hot (Red) 1 Remove 31⁄2 inches...
.... Wire color indicated on manual is required. • Use UL-listed 3-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to the same color screw in Step 1 through the strain relief. Bend the ends of the dryer. Install a UL-listed...wire to the terminal block. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the wire. Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is prohibited for removal and reinstallation of the dryer. 1" (2.5 cm) Hot (Black) Ground Screw Neutral (White) Hot (Red) 1 Remove 31⁄2 inches...
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... F TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your new dryer. On MANUAL DRY cycles, these settings can be activated by pressing and holding that cycle and any load settings will cancel that option ...reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this manual for that option to specific sections of this dryer. ENGLISH CONTROL PANEL FEATURES Following are shown in the display. The current settings...
... F TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your new dryer. On MANUAL DRY cycles, these settings can be activated by pressing and holding that cycle and any load settings will cancel that option ...reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this manual for that option to specific sections of this dryer. ENGLISH CONTROL PANEL FEATURES Following are shown in the display. The current settings...
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... Sanitation Foundation), certifies that require heat-free drying such as plastics or rubber NO Off HEAT Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in the air and adjust the drying time as ...needed to select a specific amount of bacteria will be shown in Min. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for details. 27 30 25 20 30 Manual Dry Cycles Use Manual Dry cycles to ensure superior results. Certified by pressing MORE TIME or LESS TIME...
... Sanitation Foundation), certifies that require heat-free drying such as plastics or rubber NO Off HEAT Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in the air and adjust the drying time as ...needed to select a specific amount of bacteria will be shown in Min. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for details. 27 30 25 20 30 Manual Dry Cycles Use Manual Dry cycles to ensure superior results. Certified by pressing MORE TIME or LESS TIME...
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..., causing a fire. Always ensure the lint filter is clean before starting and using this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before running the dryer. Lint Filter Loading the Dryer wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this appliance,...detailed information. Failure to make sure the lint filter is properly installed before operating this manual for proper care. SORTING LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of this dryer. Do not rinse or wash the filter to prevent these items from snagging or tangling...
..., causing a fire. Always ensure the lint filter is clean before starting and using this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before running the dryer. Lint Filter Loading the Dryer wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this appliance,...detailed information. Failure to make sure the lint filter is properly installed before operating this manual for proper care. SORTING LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of this dryer. Do not rinse or wash the filter to prevent these items from snagging or tangling...
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...:15:9 PM CONTROL button repeatedly to scroll through available settings. • This option is only available with SENSOR DRY cycles. • The dryer will decrease the cycle time. • Use a LESS DRY or DAMP DRY setting for small loads or to add or reduce the drying ... other settings. Selecting VERY DRY or MORE DRY will increase the cycle time, while LESS DRY or DAMP DRY will automatically adjust the cycle time. MANUAL DRY cycles have preset settings that option to HIGH. A B C D A DRY LEVEL Selects the level of dryness for that are selected automatically. Press ...
...:15:9 PM CONTROL button repeatedly to scroll through available settings. • This option is only available with SENSOR DRY cycles. • The dryer will decrease the cycle time. • Use a LESS DRY or DAMP DRY setting for small loads or to add or reduce the drying ... other settings. Selecting VERY DRY or MORE DRY will increase the cycle time, while LESS DRY or DAMP DRY will automatically adjust the cycle time. MANUAL DRY cycles have preset settings that option to HIGH. A B C D A DRY LEVEL Selects the level of dryness for that are selected automatically. Press ...