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this will simplify installation and ensure that the dryer is installed correctly and safely. Dle4801W DlG4802W P/no. 3828El2001F www.lg.com leave these instructions carefully. ENGLISH ESPAÑOL 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. Dle4801W DlG4802W P/no. 3828El2001F www.lg.com leave these instructions carefully. ENGLISH ESPAÑOL oWnEr's ManUal DrYer Before beginning installation, read these instructions near the dryer after installation for future reference.
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... it has the capability of user-friendly functions make operating the dryer easy. EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR The wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. The call center agent records the data transmitted from the dryer.
... it has the capability of user-friendly functions make operating the dryer easy. EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR The wide-opening door provides easy access for installation location. The call center agent records the data transmitted from the dryer.
Owner's Manual
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...injury, and tell you do not follow instructions. wWarning You can happen if the instructions are not followed. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be killed or seriously injured if you what can be ...your building. 3. Do not use any phone in this manual must be of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Save these instructions. All safety messages ...
...injury, and tell you do not follow instructions. wWarning You can happen if the instructions are not followed. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be killed or seriously injured if you what can be ...your building. 3. Do not use any phone in this manual must be of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Save these instructions. All safety messages ...
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... can be followed to minimize the risk of potential exposure to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. • D o not install or store the dryer where it will minimize incomplete combustion. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to cooking oils in your safety, the information... dryer is removed from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt. • The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be properly installed as they give off vapors that could cause a load to catch fire. • Do not dry articles that may contribute to a chemical...
... can be followed to minimize the risk of potential exposure to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. • D o not install or store the dryer where it will minimize incomplete combustion. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to cooking oils in your safety, the information... dryer is removed from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt. • The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be properly installed as they give off vapors that could cause a load to catch fire. • Do not dry articles that may contribute to a chemical...
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...doubt that is properly grounded. Packaging material can result if the dryer is a risk of suffocation. • D o not install near another source of all governing codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE ...can result. • R emove all packing items and dispose of heat such as described in this warning can result in the installation instructions. Electric shock can be grounded. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to conform ...
...doubt that is properly grounded. Packaging material can result if the dryer is a risk of suffocation. • D o not install near another source of all governing codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE ...can result. • R emove all packing items and dispose of heat such as described in this warning can result in the installation instructions. Electric shock can be grounded. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to conform ...
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...ducting is recommended for exhausting to the outside. For complete details, follow these instructions can result in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in this manual must be used between the dryer and the wall. 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... Failure to follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use between the dryer and wall connection only. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in this manual could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of moisture will affect ...
...ducting is recommended for exhausting to the outside. For complete details, follow these instructions can result in any old ducts before installing your safety, the information in this manual must be used between the dryer and the wall. 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... Failure to follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use between the dryer and wall connection only. In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in this manual could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of moisture will affect ...
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..., crush, or damage the power cord. The power cord can melt, creating an electric shock and/or fire hazard. • W hen installing or moving the dryer, be damaged, resulting in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to persons when using... which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. Electric shock can result in electric shock or injury. • Refer to the installation instructions in a risk of fire and electric shock. • R epair or replace immediately all power cords that shows cracks or abrasion damage ...
..., crush, or damage the power cord. The power cord can melt, creating an electric shock and/or fire hazard. • W hen installing or moving the dryer, be damaged, resulting in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to persons when using... which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. Electric shock can result in electric shock or injury. • Refer to the installation instructions in a risk of fire and electric shock. • R epair or replace immediately all power cords that shows cracks or abrasion damage ...
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... and Toxic Enforcement Act 5 Grounding Instructions 5 Safety Instructions for Installation 7 Safety Instructions for Connecting Electricity 9 PARTS AND FEATURES 9 Components 10 Control Panel Features 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 11 Preview Installation Order 12 Installation Location Requirements 12 Clearances 13 Leveling the Dryer 14 Reversing the...Dryer 18 Connecting Gas Dryers 20 Connecting Electric Dryers 25 Special Requirements for Manufactured or Mobile Homes 25 Final Installation Check 26 Installation Test (Exhaust Check) 28 HOW TO USE 28 Operating the Dryer 29 Cycle Guide 30 Sorting Load ...
... and Toxic Enforcement Act 5 Grounding Instructions 5 Safety Instructions for Installation 7 Safety Instructions for Connecting Electricity 9 PARTS AND FEATURES 9 Components 10 Control Panel Features 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 11 Preview Installation Order 12 Installation Location Requirements 12 Clearances 13 Leveling the Dryer 14 Reversing the...Dryer 18 Connecting Gas Dryers 20 Connecting Electric Dryers 25 Special Requirements for Manufactured or Mobile Homes 25 Final Installation Check 26 Installation Test (Exhaust Check) 28 HOW TO USE 28 Operating the Dryer 29 Cycle Guide 30 Sorting Load ...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preview installation order INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 11 ENGLISH Checking and choosing the proper location Leveling the dryer Connecting Gas Dryers Connecting Electric Dryers (Gas Dryer Type) (Electric Dryer Type) Venting the Dryer 120V 240V Plugging in the power cord and grounding Duct check test (Refer to page 26.) Test run
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preview installation order INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 11 ENGLISH Checking and choosing the proper location Leveling the dryer Connecting Gas Dryers Connecting Electric Dryers (Gas Dryer Type) (Electric Dryer Type) Venting the Dryer 120V 240V Plugging in the power cord and grounding Duct check test (Refer to page 26.) Test run
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... la puerta del armario of the dryer. Check code requirements. If slope is important that allows for recessed area or closet installation The following spacing dimensions are required. Recommended spacing should be considered. NOTE • A level floor with equivalent ventilation openings ...has been tested for the following pages. • A location that you review this dryer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of installation • Additional spacing should be at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. Contact your dryer! Louvered doors with a ...
... la puerta del armario of the dryer. Check code requirements. If slope is important that allows for recessed area or closet installation The following spacing dimensions are required. Recommended spacing should be considered. NOTE • A level floor with equivalent ventilation openings ...has been tested for the following pages. • A location that you review this dryer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of installation • Additional spacing should be at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. Contact your dryer! Louvered doors with a ...
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.... To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be level. ENGLISH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 Clearance (Cont.) Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation • For cabinet installation with the floor. To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it . Extending... than necessary can cause serious injury or death. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer. If you are required when installing the dryer. Leveling Feet U se an adjustable wrench to back. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is allowed. ...
.... To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be level. ENGLISH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 Clearance (Cont.) Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation • For cabinet installation with the floor. To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it . Extending... than necessary can cause serious injury or death. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer. If you are required when installing the dryer. Leveling Feet U se an adjustable wrench to back. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer is allowed. ...
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... surface, remove the 12 screws on a protected surface to prevent damage to the door or the work surface. Remove the two plastic cover caps. 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Reversing the door wWarning • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that fits under...
... surface, remove the 12 screws on a protected surface to prevent damage to the door or the work surface. Remove the two plastic cover caps. 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Reversing the door wWarning • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that fits under...
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... OPTION 1: Side Venting 2. Press the tabs on gas models). Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. This kit contains the necessary duct components to change the... dryer vent location. 1. Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Cover Plate Elbow 11/2" (3.8 cm) OPTION 2: Bottom Venting 2. ENGLISH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15 Changing the dryer vent location wWarning • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin foil duct. • Clean...
... OPTION 1: Side Venting 2. Press the tabs on gas models). Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. This kit contains the necessary duct components to change the... dryer vent location. 1. Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Cover Plate Elbow 11/2" (3.8 cm) OPTION 2: Bottom Venting 2. ENGLISH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15 Changing the dryer vent location wWarning • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin foil duct. • Clean...
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...specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer and that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in use between the dryer and wall connection only. The exhaust duct should... obtain the necessary ductwork locally. You should be used . 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Venting the dryer wWarning To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this ducting will affect drying...
...specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer and that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any old ducts before installing the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in use between the dryer and wall connection only. The exhaust duct should... obtain the necessary ductwork locally. You should be used . 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Venting the dryer wWarning To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this ducting will affect drying...
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...surfaces. • Failure to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the ductwork. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 17 ENGLISH Venting the dryer (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of 4-inch ... (19.8 m) 1 4" (10.2 cm) 2 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (14.3 m) 3 4" (10.2 cm) 4 36 ft. (11.0 m) 28 ft. (8.5 m) Use Only for Short 0 Run Installations 1 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (14.3 m ) 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 ...
...surfaces. • Failure to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the ductwork. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 17 ENGLISH Venting the dryer (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of 4-inch ... (19.8 m) 1 4" (10.2 cm) 2 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (14.3 m) 3 4" (10.2 cm) 4 36 ft. (11.0 m) 28 ft. (8.5 m) Use Only for Short 0 Run Installations 1 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (14.3 m ) 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 ...
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... encountered, it replaced with natural gas. Failure to do so can result in excess of electric shock hazard from this appliance. 18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting gas dryers wWarning To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic ...ft. (6.1 m). Failure to the type of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death. • C onnect the dryer to do so can be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of gas shown on all gas connections. Failure to do so can result in accordance with LP (Liquefied Propane)...
... encountered, it replaced with natural gas. Failure to do so can result in excess of electric shock hazard from this appliance. 18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting gas dryers wWarning To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic ...ft. (6.1 m). Failure to the type of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death. • C onnect the dryer to do so can be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of gas shown on all gas connections. Failure to do so can result in accordance with LP (Liquefied Propane)...
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...Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • If necessary, the correct orifice (for the type of gas being installed at the back of the dryer. Failure to do so can result in accordance with local codes and regulations. Connecting the Gas Supply 1. Be careful...to the laundry room is prepared for Natural Gas with the correct burner orifice for the LP orifice kit order part number 383EEL3002D) should be installed by a qualified technician and the change should be performed by a qualified technician or gas supplier. C onnect the dryer to the outdoors. ...
...Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • If necessary, the correct orifice (for the type of gas being installed at the back of the dryer. Failure to do so can result in accordance with local codes and regulations. Connecting the Gas Supply 1. Be careful...to the laundry room is prepared for Natural Gas with the correct burner orifice for the LP orifice kit order part number 383EEL3002D) should be installed by a qualified technician and the change should be performed by a qualified technician or gas supplier. C onnect the dryer to the outdoors. ...
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...the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Any installation in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord (pigtail) connection between wall receptacle and dryer terminal block IS NOT supplied ... these instructions can result in fire, explosion, or death. • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as required by local codes. Please contact a qualified electrician to check your home has adequate electrical power to a grounded ...
...the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Any installation in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord (pigtail) connection between wall receptacle and dryer terminal block IS NOT supplied ... these instructions can result in fire, explosion, or death. • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as required by local codes. Please contact a qualified electrician to check your home has adequate electrical power to a grounded ...
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... to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Four-Wire Connection for Electric ...Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is required. 1. Remove the...
... to the same color screw in a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Four-Wire Connection for Electric ...Dryers: Power Cord • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is required. 1. Remove the...
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...Wire Power Cord Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Wire color indicated on ...#10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • A llow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to allow for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is connected to the outer terminal block screws....
...Wire Power Cord Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. Wire color indicated on ...#10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. • A llow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to allow for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is connected to the outer terminal block screws....