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MODEL : DLE5977W/DLG5988W DLE5977B/DLG5988B DLE3777W/DLG3788W DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM Website:http://www.LGservice.com [For U.S.A] www.lg.ca [For Canada] ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY TO DIAGNOSE TROUBLES CORRECTLY BEFORE OFFERING SERVICE.
MODEL : DLE5977W/DLG5988W DLE5977B/DLG5988B DLE3777W/DLG3788W DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM Website:http://www.LGservice.com [For U.S.A] www.lg.ca [For Canada] ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY TO DIAGNOSE TROUBLES CORRECTLY BEFORE OFFERING SERVICE.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 4. DRYER CYCLE PROCESS ...13 5. MEASURE WITH POWER OFF 22 9-3. TEST 5 DOOR SWITCH TEST 25 9-6. ELECTRIC TYPE 26 9-7. CONTROL PANEL & PLATE ASSEMBLY 37 12-2. DRUM & MOTOR ASSEMBLY : ...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6 4. DRYER CYCLE PROCESS ...13 5. MEASURE WITH POWER OFF 22 9-3. TEST 5 DOOR SWITCH TEST 25 9-6. ELECTRIC TYPE 26 9-7. CONTROL PANEL & PLATE ASSEMBLY 37 12-2. DRUM & MOTOR ASSEMBLY : ...
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I Weight : 126 (Ibs) Specifications are subject to the rating label regarding detailed information. 1 SPECIFICATIONS I Name : Electric and Gas Dryer I Power supply : Please refer to change by manufacturer. I Dryer capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. I Size : 68.6X98.3X76.1 (cm) I ACESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each ) Purchased Separately See page 8 for how to use . Stacking kit (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 7 for how to use. 4 Pedestal (1 each ) See page 6 for how to use .
I Weight : 126 (Ibs) Specifications are subject to the rating label regarding detailed information. 1 SPECIFICATIONS I Name : Electric and Gas Dryer I Power supply : Please refer to change by manufacturer. I Dryer capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. I Size : 68.6X98.3X76.1 (cm) I ACESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each ) Purchased Separately See page 8 for how to use . Stacking kit (1 each) Purchased Separately See page 7 for how to use. 4 Pedestal (1 each ) See page 6 for how to use .
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... Dry Options 5 5 No. of Dry Levels 5 5 Sound levels High / Low / Off Sensor Moisture Temperature Avaiable Avaiable Electrode sensor Termistor Reversible Door Avaiable Drum Stainless Steel Dryer Rack Child Lock Avaiable Avaiable Interior Light Product (WxHxD) Packing (WxHxD) Avaiable 27" x 42 3/4 x 28 1/3 29 1/2" x 44 3/4 x 30 3/4 5 of Programs 9 7 No. ITEM DLE5977WM DLE5977S DLE5988WM...
... Dry Options 5 5 No. of Dry Levels 5 5 Sound levels High / Low / Off Sensor Moisture Temperature Avaiable Avaiable Electrode sensor Termistor Reversible Door Avaiable Drum Stainless Steel Dryer Rack Child Lock Avaiable Avaiable Interior Light Product (WxHxD) Packing (WxHxD) Avaiable 27" x 42 3/4 x 28 1/3 29 1/2" x 44 3/4 x 30 3/4 5 of Programs 9 7 No. ITEM DLE5977WM DLE5977S DLE5988WM...
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2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS DLE5977W/DLG5988W/DLE5977B/DLG5988B/DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM/DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM DLE3777W/DLG3788W 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Rack Installation Instructions 1Open the door. Hold the dryer rack with both hands. 2 Put the dryer rack into the drum 3 Make sure that dryer is evenly placed right onto the drum inside and door rim. 6
2 FEATURES AND BENEFITS DLE5977W/DLG5988W/DLE5977B/DLG5988B/DLE5977WM/DLG5988WM/DLE5977SM/DLG5988SM DLE3777W/DLG3788W 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Dryer Rack Installation Instructions 1Open the door. Hold the dryer rack with both hands. 2 Put the dryer rack into the drum 3 Make sure that dryer is evenly placed right onto the drum inside and door rim. 6
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... stacking kit side bracket to the stopper of bracket. Repeat Steps 2, 3, 4 for one person. Slide washer slowly backwards to the washer with a gas dryer in potentially unstable conditions like a mobile home. 7 Push the front stacking kit back to the stoppers of side stacking kit. 3 Fit the stacking kit side... bracket firmly to pinch fingers between the washer and dryer. Stacking Kit Installation Instructions To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the instructions below. The weight of the...
... stacking kit side bracket to the stopper of bracket. Repeat Steps 2, 3, 4 for one person. Slide washer slowly backwards to the washer with a gas dryer in potentially unstable conditions like a mobile home. 7 Push the front stacking kit back to the stoppers of side stacking kit. 3 Fit the stacking kit side... bracket firmly to pinch fingers between the washer and dryer. Stacking Kit Installation Instructions To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the instructions below. The weight of the...
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Pedestal Installation Instructions For washer, dryer, and combo LG 27 4 Attach the double-faced tape of the bracket to the dryer as shown so the bent parts of the brackets firmly to the appliance. 6 Install the eight (8) screws(supplied) to attach the brackets to the pedestal. ...for washer/ combo 3 Remove the paper from the shipping carton. 2 Position dryer on a ...
Pedestal Installation Instructions For washer, dryer, and combo LG 27 4 Attach the double-faced tape of the bracket to the dryer as shown so the bent parts of the brackets firmly to the appliance. 6 Install the eight (8) screws(supplied) to attach the brackets to the pedestal. ...for washer/ combo 3 Remove the paper from the shipping carton. 2 Position dryer on a ...
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... if your home has a 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 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 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. 5" (12.7 cm) 31/2" (8.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) (12.75c" m) 1" (2.5 cm) 4-wire direct 3V2" (8.9 cm) 4-wire connection : Direct wire Important : use 4-wire ...
... if your home has a 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 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 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. 5" (12.7 cm) 31/2" (8.6 cm) 1" (2.5 cm) (12.75c" m) 1" (2.5 cm) 4-wire direct 3V2" (8.9 cm) 4-wire connection : Direct wire Important : use 4-wire ...
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.... Prepare minimum 5ft(1.52m) of a 3 wire connection, or you must use of length in order for cm) dryer to center terminal block screw. 2. Option 1: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. • lf your dryer in a mobile home, you are on tight and power cord is in right position. Connect neutral wire(white...
.... Prepare minimum 5ft(1.52m) of a 3 wire connection, or you must use of length in order for cm) dryer to center terminal block screw. 2. Option 1: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. • lf your dryer in a mobile home, you are on tight and power cord is in right position. Connect neutral wire(white...
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...connection. 2. Tighten all pipe connections (internal & external) for Natural Gas with the type of the dryer. Use only if allowed by local codes (Use Design A.G.A. Connect Gas Supply Pipe (Gas Dryer ONLY) For further assistance, refer to gas supply pipe using a new flexible stainless steel connector. 4.... Make certain your dryer is equipped at the rear of gas in your laundry room. Dryer is equipped for checking inlet gas pressure) 3 Equipment Shut-Off Valve-Installed within 6' (1.8 m) of dryer 4 Black Iron Pipe Shorter than 20' (6.1 ...
...connection. 2. Tighten all pipe connections (internal & external) for Natural Gas with the type of the dryer. Use only if allowed by local codes (Use Design A.G.A. Connect Gas Supply Pipe (Gas Dryer ONLY) For further assistance, refer to gas supply pipe using a new flexible stainless steel connector. 4.... Make certain your dryer is equipped at the rear of gas in your laundry room. Dryer is equipped for checking inlet gas pressure) 3 Equipment Shut-Off Valve-Installed within 6' (1.8 m) of dryer 4 Black Iron Pipe Shorter than 20' (6.1 ...
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... set by users. ** Manual dry : "Temperature control" is set by users. 13 Dry Display erature Level time Electro- Default settings can be adjusted by users. 4 DRYER CYCLE PROCESS Cycle Default Conditions of operation and termination Drying Cooling Wrinkle care Temp- Temp-
... set by users. ** Manual dry : "Temperature control" is set by users. 13 Dry Display erature Level time Electro- Default settings can be adjusted by users. 4 DRYER CYCLE PROCESS Cycle Default Conditions of operation and termination Drying Cooling Wrinkle care Temp- Temp-
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LIMIT THERMOSTAT ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RLM GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CORD L1 BLACK RD3 3 2 N WHITE 1 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RED PINK PINK BLUE ORANGE RED BROWN YELLOW BROWN PLC MODEM WHITE BLACK 1... DC VALVE1 DC VALVE2 MOISTURE THERMISTOR FLAME SENSOR DETECTOR CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH RED WHITE NC NO GRAY SAFETY THERMOSTAT GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM PLC MODEM RED WHITE BLACK 8 WIRING DIAGRAM 19 RLM ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RD3 L1 BLACK 3 2 1 N WHITE 1 2 L2 3 WH3 12 34 BL2 1 2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RD3 3 2 1 1 2 3 WH3 1 3 56 BROWN BROWN 8 7 6 5 4...
LIMIT THERMOSTAT ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RLM GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM POWER CORD L1 BLACK RD3 3 2 N WHITE 1 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RED PINK PINK BLUE ORANGE RED BROWN YELLOW BROWN PLC MODEM WHITE BLACK 1... DC VALVE1 DC VALVE2 MOISTURE THERMISTOR FLAME SENSOR DETECTOR CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH RED WHITE NC NO GRAY SAFETY THERMOSTAT GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM PLC MODEM RED WHITE BLACK 8 WIRING DIAGRAM 19 RLM ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM RD3 L1 BLACK 3 2 1 N WHITE 1 2 L2 3 WH3 12 34 BL2 1 2 ELECTRONIC CONTROL RD3 3 2 1 1 2 3 WH3 1 3 56 BROWN BROWN 8 7 6 5 4...
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... measured between Connector "RD3- Trouble Symptom No power was applied to the Controller and "WH3- " (Black) linked to Controller. (LED, Display off) Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; Check if Terminal Block and Power Cord are connected (Check Plug ). N(White) L (Black) L (Led) YES Check if the Controller wire is the voltage...
... measured between Connector "RD3- Trouble Symptom No power was applied to the Controller and "WH3- " (Black) linked to Controller. (LED, Display off) Measurement Condition With Dryer Power On; Check if Terminal Block and Power Cord are connected (Check Plug ). N(White) L (Black) L (Led) YES Check if the Controller wire is the voltage...
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...; Drum Belt takes off , and do voltage discharge. (When discharging, contact the metal plug of Outlet Thermostat attached to blower housing? Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. Is resistance below 3Ω between Connector "WH3- No fan will work. YES Measure while door is normal.) Is resistance below...
...; Drum Belt takes off , and do voltage discharge. (When discharging, contact the metal plug of Outlet Thermostat attached to blower housing? Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. Is resistance below 3Ω between Connector "WH3- No fan will work. YES Measure while door is normal.) Is resistance below...
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linking connector. Is the measurement within the range of Table 2 during Diagnostic Test? 2. YES • Replace Control and Check. Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. Metal or Wire When measuring resistance in 6pin connector's Pin (BLUE wire) and Pin (ORANGE wire)? NO YES • Check ...
linking connector. Is the measurement within the range of Table 2 during Diagnostic Test? 2. YES • Replace Control and Check. Measurement Condition Turn the Dryer's Power Off, then measure resistance. Metal or Wire When measuring resistance in 6pin connector's Pin (BLUE wire) and Pin (ORANGE wire)? NO YES • Check ...
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... • Door switch Check (Refer to Component testing.) Measure while Door is not sensed. (Drum motor will flash at 0.5 second intervals.) Measurement Condition After turning Dryer Power Off, measure resistance. " (White wire) after YES taking Connector WH3, BL2 out from Controller. Measure while Door is below 1Ω between "BL2- " (White wire...
... • Door switch Check (Refer to Component testing.) Measure while Door is not sensed. (Drum motor will flash at 0.5 second intervals.) Measurement Condition After turning Dryer Power Off, measure resistance. " (White wire) after YES taking Connector WH3, BL2 out from Controller. Measure while Door is below 1Ω between "BL2- " (White wire...
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... Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to avoid electric shock. Drying time takes longer. Test 7 GAS Valve test - Measurement Condition With dryer power on "Valve 1", "Valve 2", Value is more than AC 90V? (10 sec after Igniter off) YES NO • Check Gas connection or Gas supply When...
... Caution When measuring power, be sure to wear insulated gloves, to avoid electric shock. Drying time takes longer. Test 7 GAS Valve test - Measurement Condition With dryer power on "Valve 1", "Valve 2", Value is more than AC 90V? (10 sec after Igniter off) YES NO • Check Gas connection or Gas supply When...
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Reconnect the another duct[11 in(28cm)] to the blower housing, and attach the duct to the internal duct. 34 Pre-assemble 4" elbow with 4" duct. Insert elbow duct assembly first through the side opening and connect the elbow to the base. ( Duct is a SVC part) DUCT TAPE 3-1. 1. Wrap duct tape around joint. Detach and remove a knockout at the botton, left or right side as desired. (Right Side Vent not available on Gas dryer) , , the order of work. DUCT TAPE 3-2. Remove a screw and exhaust duct. 2-1. DUCT TAPE 2-2.
Reconnect the another duct[11 in(28cm)] to the blower housing, and attach the duct to the internal duct. 34 Pre-assemble 4" elbow with 4" duct. Insert elbow duct assembly first through the side opening and connect the elbow to the base. ( Duct is a SVC part) DUCT TAPE 3-1. 1. Wrap duct tape around joint. Detach and remove a knockout at the botton, left or right side as desired. (Right Side Vent not available on Gas dryer) , , the order of work. DUCT TAPE 3-2. Remove a screw and exhaust duct. 2-1. DUCT TAPE 2-2.