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... FEATURES Special Features 8 Key Parts and Components 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES/ SPECIFICATIONS Optional Accessories 36 Pedestal Installation 37, 38 Stacking Kit Installation... 39, 40 Key Dimensions and Specifications 40 WARRANTY 41, 42 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of reliable service.
... FEATURES Special Features 8 Key Parts and Components 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES/ SPECIFICATIONS Optional Accessories 36 Pedestal Installation 37, 38 Stacking Kit Installation... 39, 40 Key Dimensions and Specifications 40 WARRANTY 41, 42 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of reliable service.
Owner's Manual
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...liquids in the vicinity of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or...reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn on your appliance. Follow the...
...liquids in the vicinity of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or...reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn on your appliance. Follow the...
Owner's Manual
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...potential exposure to such substances. Exposure to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. 4 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual. • Do not place items... exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Properly adjusted dryers will be properly installed as they give off vapors that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in...
...potential exposure to such substances. Exposure to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. 4 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual. • Do not place items... exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Properly adjusted dryers will be properly installed as they give off vapors that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in...
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...current. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is not properly grounded. • Install and store the dryer where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather. • All repairs and servicing must be ...• Remove all packing items and dispose of suffocation. • Do not install nearby heat item. Improper power circuit can result if the dryer is a risk of all governing codes and ordinances. There is not properly grounded. The plug must be grounded. Check with a qualified electrician ...
...current. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is not properly grounded. • Install and store the dryer where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather. • All repairs and servicing must be ...• Remove all packing items and dispose of suffocation. • Do not install nearby heat item. Improper power circuit can result if the dryer is a risk of all governing codes and ordinances. There is not properly grounded. The plug must be grounded. Check with a qualified electrician ...
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...; Rigid or semi rigid metal ducting is recommended for exhausting to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to follow the Installation Instructions. Make sure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.... fire. Failure to make a connection with no obstructions. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in use between the dryer and wall connection only. For complete details, follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • DO NOT use sheet metal...
...; Rigid or semi rigid metal ducting is recommended for exhausting to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to follow the Installation Instructions. Make sure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.... fire. Failure to make a connection with no obstructions. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in use between the dryer and wall connection only. For complete details, follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • DO NOT use sheet metal...
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...Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from fire and electrical shock. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Failure to the dryer from the power cord. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to follow these instructions can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire ...prevent personal injury or damage to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result if the dryer is properly grounded. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that have become...
...Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from fire and electrical shock. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Failure to the dryer from the power cord. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to follow these instructions can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire ...prevent personal injury or damage to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result if the dryer is properly grounded. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that have become...
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...DOOR Wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. 3 Ultra-Capacity Stainless Steel Drum with a yellow light that illuminates when the dryer door is open and turns off when the door is closed. 4 FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM INDICATOR The FLOW SENSE™...4 2 8 This improve operating efficiency and help minimize service calls, saving you to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. SPECIAL FEATURES 1 Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob to adjust for loading and unloading. Door swing can be 3 ...
...DOOR Wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. 3 Ultra-Capacity Stainless Steel Drum with a yellow light that illuminates when the dryer door is open and turns off when the door is closed. 4 FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM INDICATOR The FLOW SENSE™...4 2 8 This improve operating efficiency and help minimize service calls, saving you to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. SPECIAL FEATURES 1 Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob to adjust for loading and unloading. Door swing can be 3 ...
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...) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories 3 Drying Rack 9 The drying rack allows items, such as sweaters, delicates, and gym shoes, to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 3 Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle option.
...) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories 3 Drying Rack 9 The drying rack allows items, such as sweaters, delicates, and gym shoes, to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 3 Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle option.
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...at least 24 in. (61 cm) in front of at least 18 in . (14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of the dryer to allow for sufficient airflow. It is important that there is recommended. • Be sure to open the door.... Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer! IMPORTANT: Read all governing codes and ordinances. • To reduce the risk of clearance above for minimum vent opening requirements.
...at least 24 in. (61 cm) in front of at least 18 in . (14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of the dryer to allow for sufficient airflow. It is important that there is recommended. • Be sure to open the door.... Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer! IMPORTANT: Read all governing codes and ordinances. • To reduce the risk of clearance above for minimum vent opening requirements.
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... for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com. Pedestal (sold separately) Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please...
... for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at us.lge.com. Pedestal (sold separately) Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please...
Owner's Manual
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... the door moves freely and latches securely. Door Latch Latch Screws Hinge Screws 1 Open the dryer door. Place a level across the top of the dryer door opening . Remove the 6 screws from corner to level the dryer. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must use the leveling feet on... the pedestal to corner. REVERSING THE DOOR SWING The swing of the dryer to lower it must rest solidly on the top corners of the dryer door can result in the final location. Level • All four leveling feet must be reversed to ...
... the door moves freely and latches securely. Door Latch Latch Screws Hinge Screws 1 Open the dryer door. Place a level across the top of the dryer door opening . Remove the 6 screws from corner to level the dryer. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must use the leveling feet on... the pedestal to corner. REVERSING THE DOOR SWING The swing of the dryer to lower it must rest solidly on the top corners of the dryer door can result in the final location. Level • All four leveling feet must be reversed to ...
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...rear. Secure in . (10 cm) elbow through hole in . (3.8 cm) to connect the remaining ductwork. Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer. Cover Plate Elbow 3 Insert the 4-in place with duct tape. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout 2 ...Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Attach the cover plate 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 ...
...rear. Secure in . (10 cm) elbow through hole in . (3.8 cm) to connect the remaining ductwork. Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer. Cover Plate Elbow 3 Insert the 4-in place with duct tape. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout 2 ...Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Attach the cover plate 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 ...
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... as short as an attic, wall, ceiling, crawl space, chimney, gas vent, or concealed space of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into the duct that comply with plastic or thin foil ducting. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. •... to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • DO NOT use . Failure to existing ductwork, make a connection with the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • If connecting to follow these instructions can result in diameter with duct ...
... as short as an attic, wall, ceiling, crawl space, chimney, gas vent, or concealed space of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into the duct that comply with plastic or thin foil ducting. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. •... to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • DO NOT use . Failure to existing ductwork, make a connection with the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • If connecting to follow these instructions can result in diameter with duct ...
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...on duct surfaces. Dia. IMPORTANT: Failure to use more than four 90° elbows. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 15 VENTING THE DRYER (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 4-In. Length of 90° Elbows Max. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT... 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. 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...
...on duct surfaces. Dia. IMPORTANT: Failure to use more than four 90° elbows. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 15 VENTING THE DRYER (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 4-In. Length of 90° Elbows Max. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT... 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. 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...
Owner's Manual
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...or company. or CSA-certified gas supply line with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to the gas service. Failure to follow this dryer must have it is detected. any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the gas supply system by a 15-ampere fuse...can result in . grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of electric shock hazard from the factory, this dryer is insoluble in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT attempt any pressure testing of the gas supply. approved tubing may be ...
...or company. or CSA-certified gas supply line with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to the gas service. Failure to follow this dryer must have it is detected. any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the gas supply system by a 15-ampere fuse...can result in . grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly of electric shock hazard from the factory, this dryer is insoluble in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT attempt any pressure testing of the gas supply. approved tubing may be ...
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...this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Installation and service must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. Confirm that the type of gas available in accordance with local codes and regulations. NPT fitting. 4 Securely tighten all pipe connections (both.../CSA-Certified Stainless Steel Flexible Connector 1/8" NPT Pipe Plug Gas Supply Shutoff Valve High-Altitude Installations The BTU rating of the dryer. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using a new flexible stainless...
...this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Installation and service must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. Confirm that the type of gas available in accordance with local codes and regulations. NPT fitting. 4 Securely tighten all pipe connections (both.../CSA-Certified Stainless Steel Flexible Connector 1/8" NPT Pipe Plug Gas Supply Shutoff Valve High-Altitude Installations The BTU rating of the dryer. ConnecTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using a new flexible stainless...
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...including the following: • Any installation in fire, explosion, or death. 18 wWARNING: To reduce the risk of the line). CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to local codes and with instructions ...when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not modify the plug and internal wire provided with the dryer. • The dryer should be connected to 4-hole outlet. • If it does not fit the outlet, a proper outlet will need to be run...
...including the following: • Any installation in fire, explosion, or death. 18 wWARNING: To reduce the risk of the line). CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to local codes and with instructions ...when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not modify the plug and internal wire provided with the dryer. • The dryer should be connected to 4-hole outlet. • If it does not fit the outlet, a proper outlet will need to be run...
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... may result in block. Attach the two hot leads of the terminal block. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 19 Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required for : (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4)... areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Ground Screw Power Cord Ground Wire 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the power cord to the same color screw in a short ...
... may result in block. Attach the two hot leads of the terminal block. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 19 Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required for : (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4)... areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Ground Screw Power Cord Ground Wire 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the power cord to the same color screw in a short ...
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... green ground screw. Attach the two hot leads of the terminal block. Attach the white neutral wire to the terminal block. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center terminal block screw. then thread the power cable prepared in...prohibit grounding through -hole; Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from the ground wire. Remove 5 inches of the dryer. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 20 Bend the ends of the outer covering from each wire. Cut off approximately...
... green ground screw. Attach the two hot leads of the terminal block. Attach the white neutral wire to the terminal block. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the center terminal block screw. then thread the power cable prepared in...prohibit grounding through -hole; Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from the ground wire. Remove 5 inches of the dryer. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 20 Bend the ends of the outer covering from each wire. Cut off approximately...
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...the neutral wire to follow these instructions may result in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief...in block. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the terminal block. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 21 CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. Three-Wire Connection for : (1) new branch-circuit...
...the neutral wire to follow these instructions may result in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief...in block. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the terminal block. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 21 CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) USA ONLY wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. Three-Wire Connection for : (1) new branch-circuit...