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1-800-243-0000 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE Owner's Manual Electrial and Gas Dryer DLE0442W/DLG0452W DLE0442S/DLG0452S DLE0442G/DLG0452G DLE5944WM/DLG5955WM DLE6942W/DLG6952W Thank you for future reference. For more information, visit our website at http://us.lge.com P/No.: 3828EL4001H Record the Model and Serial Numbers, and retain the manual for buying a LG Dryer. Please read your manual carefully, as it provides instructions on safe Installation, Use and Maintenance.
1-800-243-0000 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE Owner's Manual Electrial and Gas Dryer DLE0442W/DLG0452W DLE0442S/DLG0452S DLE0442G/DLG0452G DLE5944WM/DLG5955WM DLE6942W/DLG6952W Thank you for future reference. For more information, visit our website at http://us.lge.com P/No.: 3828EL4001H Record the Model and Serial Numbers, and retain the manual for buying a LG Dryer. Please read your manual carefully, as it provides instructions on safe Installation, Use and Maintenance.
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...Or use Time Dry to have drying performance if clothes are Sensor Dry and Time Dry? ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS ...18 PART7. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ...28-30 LG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY ...31 2 You can benefit from stain all time. 3 ARTISTIC DESIGN Modern front panel look and big... crystal-clear glass door make your dryer look stylish. 4 DIGITAL FABRIC CARE Multi-Level temperature control takes better care of your clothes...
...Or use Time Dry to have drying performance if clothes are Sensor Dry and Time Dry? ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS ...18 PART7. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ...28-30 LG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY ...31 2 You can benefit from stain all time. 3 ARTISTIC DESIGN Modern front panel look and big... crystal-clear glass door make your dryer look stylish. 4 DIGITAL FABRIC CARE Multi-Level temperature control takes better care of your clothes...
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...or injury to persons when using the appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are very important. Do not touch any phone in your building. 3. If you what the potential hazard...reduce the risk of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to collapse, be killed or seriously injured if you don't Immediately follow basic precautions, including the following : 1. SAVE THESE ...
...or injury to persons when using the appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are very important. Do not touch any phone in your building. 3. If you what the potential hazard...reduce the risk of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to collapse, be killed or seriously injured if you don't Immediately follow basic precautions, including the following : 1. SAVE THESE ...
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...an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances can result in your dryer. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic ... READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. 4 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is moving. •...
...an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances can result in your dryer. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic ... READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. 4 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is moving. •...
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...will not be followed to minimize the risk of the dwelling. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to avoid electrical overload. Failure to the outside of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to follow these instructions can result in ...death, explosion, fire or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 in this manual must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in the installation instructions. above the floor ...
...will not be followed to minimize the risk of the dwelling. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to avoid electrical overload. Failure to the outside of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to follow these instructions can result in ...death, explosion, fire or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 in this manual must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in the installation instructions. above the floor ...
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..., or damage the power cord. Electrical shock can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard. • When installing or moving the dryer, be cut by any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from overheated wires. • Never unplug your model. This will prevent injury...lint and reduce the efficiency of the core, resulting in fire or death. • DO NOT use of life. Failure to the dryer from the outlet. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which extend into a properly grounded outlet. These power...
..., or damage the power cord. Electrical shock can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard. • When installing or moving the dryer, be cut by any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from overheated wires. • Never unplug your model. This will prevent injury...lint and reduce the efficiency of the core, resulting in fire or death. • DO NOT use of life. Failure to the dryer from the outlet. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which extend into a properly grounded outlet. These power...
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...Use the space below to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death when using your receipt here for only 90 days. For your new LG dryer. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock or to record the model number and serial number of purchase. Serial Number....be followed. Model Number. proof of this manual. Warranty Service is available by contacting your dryer is located at the end of purchase date is subjected to the instructions in this manual, LG will need the complete model and serial number when requesting warranty service. Part 1 IMPORTANT ...
...Use the space below to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death when using your receipt here for only 90 days. For your new LG dryer. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock or to record the model number and serial number of purchase. Serial Number....be followed. Model Number. proof of this manual. Warranty Service is available by contacting your dryer is located at the end of purchase date is subjected to the instructions in this manual, LG will need the complete model and serial number when requesting warranty service. Part 1 IMPORTANT ...
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Part 2 SPECIFICATIONS ■ Type : Electric and Gas Dryer ■ Rating : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. ■ Size : 27 x 30 x 42.75(inch) ■ Capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. (22.5 lb) ■ Weight : 126 Ibs (57.2 kg) Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer. ■ ACCESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each) See page 26 for how to use. 8 Pedestal (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 14 for how to use. Remote Laundry Monitor Purchased Separately (DLE5944WM, DLG5955WM)
Part 2 SPECIFICATIONS ■ Type : Electric and Gas Dryer ■ Rating : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. ■ Size : 27 x 30 x 42.75(inch) ■ Capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. (22.5 lb) ■ Weight : 126 Ibs (57.2 kg) Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer. ■ ACCESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each) See page 26 for how to use. 8 Pedestal (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 14 for how to use. Remote Laundry Monitor Purchased Separately (DLE5944WM, DLG5955WM)
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... to the base.(Duct is a SVC part) • Do not use as possible. • Clean old ducts before installing this dryer Note Vent end will face to the outside home and improper taping and unstable installation of this ducting will cause undesirable drying performance. Insert...and attach the duct to the internal duct. 9 ALTERNATE EXHAUST DIRECTIONS 1. and • PLEASE BE AWARE THAT FAILURE TO EXHAUST THE DRYER CORRECTLY WILL VOID THE DRYER'S WARRANTY. 3-1. Pre-assemble 4" elbow with the above recommendations, then a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be vented to ...
... to the base.(Duct is a SVC part) • Do not use as possible. • Clean old ducts before installing this dryer Note Vent end will face to the outside home and improper taping and unstable installation of this ducting will cause undesirable drying performance. Insert...and attach the duct to the internal duct. 9 ALTERNATE EXHAUST DIRECTIONS 1. and • PLEASE BE AWARE THAT FAILURE TO EXHAUST THE DRYER CORRECTLY WILL VOID THE DRYER'S WARRANTY. 3-1. Pre-assemble 4" elbow with the above recommendations, then a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be vented to ...
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... a non-corrosive leak detection fluid. Shorter than 20' (6.1 m) - Make sure that section, and the remainder of nozzle on connecting the dryer to an electrical power source, please refer to Part 7(page 20) 5. For LP (Liquefied Petroleum) gas connection, refer to this manual's section... refer to your laundry room's gas supply using LNG with the B.T.U rating at the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements For Electric Dryer and it is important that you thoroughly review that you are several warnings and instructions concerning making electrical connections. • Connect ...
... a non-corrosive leak detection fluid. Shorter than 20' (6.1 m) - Make sure that section, and the remainder of nozzle on connecting the dryer to an electrical power source, please refer to Part 7(page 20) 5. For LP (Liquefied Petroleum) gas connection, refer to this manual's section... refer to your laundry room's gas supply using LNG with the B.T.U rating at the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements For Electric Dryer and it is important that you thoroughly review that you are several warnings and instructions concerning making electrical connections. • Connect ...
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...Warning: If all air is not purged from the gas line, the gas igniter may have ignited. The adequacy of the dryer drum/drying compartment any dust or dirt that may go off before the gas and the main burner have accumulated the inside of...following parts on the exhaust duct approximately 2 ft. (60.9 cm) from the inside of this dryer, start the dryer on a heat setting, as described more fully in the operating instructions that accompany the dryer. STEP 8 Dryer Airflow. Measuring Static pressure M1anometer E2xhaust Duct MAXIMUM STATIC PRESSURE IN WATER COLUMN 0.6 inche (1.5 cm)...
...Warning: If all air is not purged from the gas line, the gas igniter may have ignited. The adequacy of the dryer drum/drying compartment any dust or dirt that may go off before the gas and the main burner have accumulated the inside of...following parts on the exhaust duct approximately 2 ft. (60.9 cm) from the inside of this dryer, start the dryer on a heat setting, as described more fully in the operating instructions that accompany the dryer. STEP 8 Dryer Airflow. Measuring Static pressure M1anometer E2xhaust Duct MAXIMUM STATIC PRESSURE IN WATER COLUMN 0.6 inche (1.5 cm)...
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... be vented to the outside fresh air must be at the sides and back of the dryer in a Manufactured or Mobile Home. Gas dryer may be vented to the outdoors, the dryer can be installed with the dryer. WARNING! If you use a rigid or flexible metal pipe. 7) DO NOT connect the exhaust ... combustion, and it is important that the clearance of the duct from any other duct, vent, chimney, or other exhaust duct. 8) Make sure the dryer has adequate access to outside using the back, left , or bottom panel. DO NOT connect exhaust ducts with metal screws or fasteners that venting materials...
... be vented to the outside fresh air must be at the sides and back of the dryer in a Manufactured or Mobile Home. Gas dryer may be vented to the outdoors, the dryer can be installed with the dryer. WARNING! If you use a rigid or flexible metal pipe. 7) DO NOT connect the exhaust ... combustion, and it is important that the clearance of the duct from any other duct, vent, chimney, or other exhaust duct. 8) Make sure the dryer has adequate access to outside using the back, left , or bottom panel. DO NOT connect exhaust ducts with metal screws or fasteners that venting materials...
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Part 4 ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION Pedestal Installation Instructions 1 4 2 1) Shut off Gas 2) Unplug Power Cord 3) Disconnect Gas Line from Dryer 4) Pull away and loosen vent clamp. Disconnect venting. 5 6 3 7 13
Part 4 ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION Pedestal Installation Instructions 1 4 2 1) Shut off Gas 2) Unplug Power Cord 3) Disconnect Gas Line from Dryer 4) Pull away and loosen vent clamp. Disconnect venting. 5 6 3 7 13
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...must conform to the latest edition of wiring the dryer is provided Inside the dryer cabinet. Refer to operate the dryer. 120V/ 208V, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire Installation 120V/ 240V, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire Installation Instructions for electric dryers. Sample methods are additional instructions regarding electrical connections ... wiring and grounding must conform to you and your dryer according to dryer is fifteen feet (4.50 m) or less in wiring so dryer can cause serious injury to local codes and with dryer. ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR THE DRYER SHOULD BE OF MAXIMUM RATE VOLTAGE LISTED ON THE ...
...must conform to the latest edition of wiring the dryer is provided Inside the dryer cabinet. Refer to operate the dryer. 120V/ 208V, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire Installation 120V/ 240V, 60 Hertz, 3-Wire Installation Instructions for electric dryers. Sample methods are additional instructions regarding electrical connections ... wiring and grounding must conform to you and your dryer according to dryer is fifteen feet (4.50 m) or less in wiring so dryer can cause serious injury to local codes and with dryer. ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR THE DRYER SHOULD BE OF MAXIMUM RATE VOLTAGE LISTED ON THE ...
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...your home has a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) and you will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply cord. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type10-30R) Use the instructions at your home. you will be connecting to a fused disconnect or circuit...black wire to the left and right terminal block screws. 3. After cutting 11/2 inch (3.8cm) from end. Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type14-30R) Use the instructions at this section if...
...your home has a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) and you will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply cord. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type10-30R) Use the instructions at your home. you will be connecting to a fused disconnect or circuit...black wire to the left and right terminal block screws. 3. After cutting 11/2 inch (3.8cm) from end. Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type14-30R) Use the instructions at this section if...
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...-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, and (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for dryer to the left and right terminal block screws. 3. Then, put the hooked shape end of the wire under the screw of covering material from... position. 16 1. Connect red and black wire to be replaced. Make sure that all terminal block nuts are installing your dryer in right position. Connect neutral wire(white) of a 3 wire connection, or you must use a 4wire connection. Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR...
...-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, and (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for dryer to the left and right terminal block screws. 3. Then, put the hooked shape end of the wire under the screw of covering material from... position. 16 1. Connect red and black wire to be replaced. Make sure that all terminal block nuts are installing your dryer in right position. Connect neutral wire(white) of a 3 wire connection, or you must use a 4wire connection. Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR...
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... screw is in right position. 5. Make sure that all terminal block nuts are on tight and power cord is tightened. Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Option 2: 3-Wire Connection with a Power Supply Cord lf your local codes or ordinances permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to proper ground. 17 Connect...
... screw is in right position. 5. Make sure that all terminal block nuts are on tight and power cord is tightened. Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Option 2: 3-Wire Connection with a Power Supply Cord lf your local codes or ordinances permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to proper ground. 17 Connect...
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... laundry room does not meet the specifications required by a 15 Ampere fuse, equivalent fusetron or circuit breaker. b) Your dryer is designed to be grounded in accordance with the dryer. WARNING! This plug, in your laundry room's electrical supply for any adapter to allow additional cords to connect to ..., for example a qualified electrician or your local electric company, review your laundry room by using an extension cord to connect the dryer to the power source, or by a qualified service person or company. 18 1 L1 2 Ground 3 Neutral Side 4 Round Grounding Prong 5 Neutral a) The...
... laundry room does not meet the specifications required by a 15 Ampere fuse, equivalent fusetron or circuit breaker. b) Your dryer is designed to be grounded in accordance with the dryer. WARNING! This plug, in your laundry room's electrical supply for any adapter to allow additional cords to connect to ..., for example a qualified electrician or your local electric company, review your laundry room by using an extension cord to connect the dryer to the power source, or by a qualified service person or company. 18 1 L1 2 Ground 3 Neutral Side 4 Round Grounding Prong 5 Neutral a) The...
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... Z223.1. To reduce the danger of gas leaks, explosion, and fire, please follow and observe the following instructions and WARNINGS: • Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on the nameplate; • Use new flexible stainless steel connectors; • Use Teflon tape and pipe joint compound...of any pressure testing of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. 1. Important Warning: The gas supply and service for your gas dryer must comply with the latest edition of the gas supply system at least 6 feet (1.8m) of an authorized and qualified service person or company....
... Z223.1. To reduce the danger of gas leaks, explosion, and fire, please follow and observe the following instructions and WARNINGS: • Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on the nameplate; • Use new flexible stainless steel connectors; • Use Teflon tape and pipe joint compound...of any pressure testing of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. 1. Important Warning: The gas supply and service for your gas dryer must comply with the latest edition of the gas supply system at least 6 feet (1.8m) of an authorized and qualified service person or company....
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...sheet metal screws or other fasteners which extend into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as possible. Warning: DO NOT exhaust dryer air into the duct that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any , specifically identified for use more than four 90... m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. Venting materials are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your new dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fi re or death. 4. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fi re or death. 3....
...sheet metal screws or other fasteners which extend into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as possible. Warning: DO NOT exhaust dryer air into the duct that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any , specifically identified for use more than four 90... m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. Venting materials are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your new dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fi re or death. 4. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fi re or death. 3....