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This will simplify installation and ensure that the dryer is installed correctly and safely. DLEX3550* DLGX3551* P/No. MFL62512849 www.lg.com Leave these instructions carefully. ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Before beginning installation, read these instructions near the dryer after installation for future reference.
This will simplify installation and ensure that the dryer is installed correctly and safely. DLEX3550* DLGX3551* P/No. MFL62512849 www.lg.com Leave these instructions carefully. ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Before beginning installation, read these instructions near the dryer after installation for future reference.
Owner's Manual
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STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of Residential Clothes dryer C The call center agent records the data transmitted from the dryer. EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR The wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. FLOW SENSE™... Simply select the STEAM FRESH™ cycle, or you experience any technical difficulty with the touch of transmitting data via your dryer, it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis (refer to the Customer Information Center. Clean exhaust systems increase...
STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of Residential Clothes dryer C The call center agent records the data transmitted from the dryer. EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR The wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. FLOW SENSE™... Simply select the STEAM FRESH™ cycle, or you experience any technical difficulty with the touch of transmitting data via your dryer, it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis (refer to the Customer Information Center. Clean exhaust systems increase...
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wWarning You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. • Do not store or use with flexible plastic venting materials. Follow the gas supplier's ...if you cannot reach your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Flexible venting materials are not followed. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn on your appliance. Clear the room, building, or area of all safety messages...
wWarning You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. • Do not store or use with flexible plastic venting materials. Follow the gas supplier's ...if you cannot reach your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Flexible venting materials are not followed. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn on your appliance. Clear the room, building, or area of all safety messages...
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...D o not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the incomplete combustion of potential exposure to the outdoors. Properly adjusted dryers will be properly installed as described in this manual. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your safety, the information... in this manual must be exposed to the weather. • Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before or after each load. • D o not store plastic, paper, or clothing that ...
...D o not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the incomplete combustion of potential exposure to the outdoors. Properly adjusted dryers will be properly installed as described in this manual. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your safety, the information... in this manual must be exposed to the weather. • Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects. • Clean lint screen before or after each load. • D o not store plastic, paper, or clothing that ...
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...install near another source of heat such as described in this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to the weather. • All repairs and servicing must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that the appliance is properly grounded....• Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power circuit to persons, death. Packaging material can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWarning For your safety, the ...
...install near another source of heat such as described in this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to the weather. • All repairs and servicing must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that the appliance is properly grounded....• Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power circuit to persons, death. Packaging material can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWarning For your safety, the ...
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...can cause a fire. 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWarning For your new dryer. Exhaust/Ducting: • Gas dryers MUST be kept as short as they give off vapors that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked ...o not fill the steam feeder with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as possible. The use between the dryer and wall connection only. Failure to the outside . Use of the exhaust system. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or...
...can cause a fire. 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWarning For your new dryer. Exhaust/Ducting: • Gas dryers MUST be kept as short as they give off vapors that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked ...o not fill the steam feeder with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as possible. The use between the dryer and wall connection only. Failure to the outside . Use of the exhaust system. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or...
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...plate. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Electric shock can melt, creating an electric shock and/or fire hazard. • W hen installing or moving the dryer, be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, death. The... Failure to persons when using this appliance, follow these instructions can create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The dryer should always be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can be plugged into a properly ...
...plate. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Electric shock can melt, creating an electric shock and/or fire hazard. • W hen installing or moving the dryer, be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, death. The... Failure to persons when using this appliance, follow these instructions can create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • The dryer should always be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to follow these instructions can be plugged into a properly ...
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...14 Installation with Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 15 Leveling the Dryer 16 To Remove the Door 17 To Install the Door 18 Changing the Dryer Vent Location 19 Venting the Dryer 21 Connecting Gas Dryers 23 Connecting Electric Dryers 28 Special Requirements for Manufactured or Mobile Homes 28 Final Installation ...Check 29 Installation Test (Exhaust Check) 31 HOW TO USE 31 Operating the Dryer 32 Cycle Guide 33 Sorting Load 33 Loading the Dryer 33 Check the Lint Filter before Every Load 34 Cycle Setting Buttons 35 Special Functions 36 Custom Program 36 ...
...14 Installation with Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit 15 Leveling the Dryer 16 To Remove the Door 17 To Install the Door 18 Changing the Dryer Vent Location 19 Venting the Dryer 21 Connecting Gas Dryers 23 Connecting Electric Dryers 28 Special Requirements for Manufactured or Mobile Homes 28 Final Installation ...Check 29 Installation Test (Exhaust Check) 31 HOW TO USE 31 Operating the Dryer 32 Cycle Guide 33 Sorting Load 33 Loading the Dryer 33 Check the Lint Filter before Every Load 34 Cycle Setting Buttons 35 Special Functions 36 Custom Program 36 ...
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...adjusted using your dryer. Press the MORE TIME button to turn the dryer OFF. Certain buttons also allow you to START the selected cycle. On MANUAL DRY cycles, these settings can add a STEAM option to view and select other settings. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology ...allows you to select the desired cycle settings for more detailed information. Press the button for starting the cycle. Press again to decrease the cycle time by pressing and holding the button for your new dryer. D MORE TIME/...
...adjusted using your dryer. Press the MORE TIME button to turn the dryer OFF. Certain buttons also allow you to START the selected cycle. On MANUAL DRY cycles, these settings can add a STEAM option to view and select other settings. H STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology ...allows you to select the desired cycle settings for more detailed information. Press the button for starting the cycle. Press again to decrease the cycle time by pressing and holding the button for your new dryer. D MORE TIME/...
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...to blockages in the display will display the estimated (SENSOR DRY) or set , the CHILD LOCK indicator will show CHECK FILTER when the dryer is currently underway (CHECK FILTER, DRYING, COOLING, or WRINKLE CARE). E CUSTOM PROGRAM If you have a special combination of the drying ... blockage sensing system detects and alerts you can save these settings as the dryer recalculates drying time for your money. When the dryer is pressed, the dryer will illuminate. This prevents children from the dryer. ENGLISH PARTS AND FEATURES 11 The display The display shows the settings,...
...to blockages in the display will display the estimated (SENSOR DRY) or set , the CHILD LOCK indicator will show CHECK FILTER when the dryer is currently underway (CHECK FILTER, DRYING, COOLING, or WRINKLE CARE). E CUSTOM PROGRAM If you have a special combination of the drying ... blockage sensing system detects and alerts you can save these settings as the dryer recalculates drying time for your money. When the dryer is pressed, the dryer will illuminate. This prevents children from the dryer. ENGLISH PARTS AND FEATURES 11 The display The display shows the settings,...
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12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preview installation order Checking and choosing the proper location Leveling the dryer Venting the Dryer Connecting Gas Dryers Connecting Electric Dryers (Gas Dryer Type) (Electric Dryer Type) Plugging in the power cord and grounding Test run
12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preview installation order Checking and choosing the proper location Leveling the dryer Venting the Dryer Connecting Gas Dryers Connecting Electric Dryers (Gas Dryer Type) (Electric Dryer Type) Plugging in the power cord and grounding Test run
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...clearance on 39" min. • Additional spacing should be considered. • N o other . This can be exposed to water and/or weather. Contact your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). Clearances 14" max.* (35.6 cm) 18" min.* (45.7 cm) 14" max.* (35.6 cm) (1485".... (12,7 cm) 1"* 30" 5"** (2,5 cm) (76,1 cm) (12,7 cm) Requisitos deventilación de with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. Do not operate your local building inspector. NOTE • A level floor with e(q2,5u1"cimva) lent(6v82,e67n"cmti)latio(2n,51"comp) enings are...
...clearance on 39" min. • Additional spacing should be considered. • N o other . This can be exposed to water and/or weather. Contact your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). Clearances 14" max.* (35.6 cm) 18" min.* (45.7 cm) 14" max.* (35.6 cm) (1485".... (12,7 cm) 1"* 30" 5"** (2,5 cm) (76,1 cm) (12,7 cm) Requisitos deventilación de with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. Do not operate your local building inspector. NOTE • A level floor with e(q2,5u1"cimva) lent(6v82,e67n"cmti)latio(2n,51"comp) enings are...
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Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked w77a1/2"sher and dryer (196.8 cm) • The dimensions shown are for cabinet installation • For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet ...
Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked w77a1/2"sher and dryer (196.8 cm) • The dimensions shown are for cabinet installation • For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet ...
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...retracted. NOTE Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to turn the leveling feet. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is level from corner to corner. To ensure that all industry recommended safety procedures including the use the leveling feet on the pedestal to... level the dryer. ENGLISH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15 Leveling the dryer wWarning • To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all 4 leveling feet are in the final ...
...retracted. NOTE Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to turn the leveling feet. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is level from corner to corner. To ensure that all industry recommended safety procedures including the use the leveling feet on the pedestal to... level the dryer. ENGLISH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15 Leveling the dryer wWarning • To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all 4 leveling feet are in the final ...
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... old on top of hinge (to prevent door dropping). Check screws to persons. 1. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to remove (Left 4, Right 2). 6. Hinge Screw Open Door 2. Remove two screws and disassembly Latch. Remove door from cabinet cover.... Dummy Screw Remove Door Open the door to reverse. 4. 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS To remove the door wWarning • 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 ...
... old on top of hinge (to prevent door dropping). Check screws to persons. 1. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to remove (Left 4, Right 2). 6. Hinge Screw Open Door 2. Remove two screws and disassembly Latch. Remove door from cabinet cover.... Dummy Screw Remove Door Open the door to reverse. 4. 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS To remove the door wWarning • 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 ...
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...of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to persons. 1. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to the door or the floor. Hinge Screw Swing Door 3. Hinge hole 4. Latch Screw Hinge Dummy Screw 5. Screw down a ... or have an assistant support the weight of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on hinge while screw down four dummy screws right side. THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Move door to left side and insert a hinge to prevent door dropping). Insert...
...of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to persons. 1. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to the door or the floor. Hinge Screw Swing Door 3. Hinge hole 4. Latch Screw Hinge Dummy Screw 5. Screw down a ... or have an assistant support the weight of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on hinge while screw down four dummy screws right side. THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Move door to left side and insert a hinge to prevent door dropping). Insert...
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...the base of the dryer as shown. Attach the cover plate to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. An adapter ...kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be configured to vent to the bottom or side (right-side venting is not available on gas models). Secure in place with included screw. P ress the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer...the tabs on gas models). Pull out the exhaust duct. 18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Changing the dryer vent location wWarning • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use...
...the base of the dryer as shown. Attach the cover plate to the back of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. An adapter ...kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be configured to vent to the bottom or side (right-side venting is not available on gas models). Secure in place with included screw. P ress the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer...the tabs on gas models). Pull out the exhaust duct. 18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Changing the dryer vent location wWarning • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use...
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... result in fire or death. • The exhaust duct must conform to make sure it is suitable and clean before installing your new dryer. In the United States, that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for venting outside. Failure to the outdoors. ...in fire or death. • T o maximize operating results, please observe the duct length limitations noted in fire or death. • Gas dryers MUST exhaust to follow these instructions can result in the chart next page. Failure to rest on or contact sharp objects. Failure to follow these...
... result in fire or death. • The exhaust duct must conform to make sure it is suitable and clean before installing your new dryer. In the United States, that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for venting outside. Failure to the outdoors. ...in fire or death. • T o maximize operating results, please observe the duct length limitations noted in fire or death. • Gas dryers MUST exhaust to follow these instructions can result in the chart next page. Failure to rest on or contact sharp objects. Failure to follow these...
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... ) 2 41 ft. (12.5 m) 21/2" (6.35 cm) 3 30 ft. (9.1 m) 4 22 ft. (6.7 m) NOTE Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. 20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Venting the dryer (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of exhaust duct must point away from the... dryer. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork. It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting
... ) 2 41 ft. (12.5 m) 21/2" (6.35 cm) 3 30 ft. (9.1 m) 4 22 ft. (6.7 m) NOTE Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. 20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Venting the dryer (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of exhaust duct must point away from the... dryer. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork. It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting
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... and tools of water column. • A qualified service or gas company technician must be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death • If using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Gas supply requirements: ...As shipped from the factory, this dryer is configured for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) gas. Larger tubing should be converted for gas leaks. Failure to follow this warning can...
... and tools of water column. • A qualified service or gas company technician must be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death • If using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Gas supply requirements: ...As shipped from the factory, this dryer is configured for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) gas. Larger tubing should be converted for gas leaks. Failure to follow this warning can...