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MFL62512850 www.lg.com ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference. DLEX2550* DLGX2551* P/No.
MFL62512850 www.lg.com ENGLISH ESPAN~ OL FRANÇAIS OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference. DLEX2550* DLGX2551* P/No.
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... Check 25 Installation Test (Exhaust check 26 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features 28 Operating the Dryer 29 Cycle Guide 30 Sorting Loads 31 Loading the Dryer 31 Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load 31 The Display 32 Cycle Setting Buttons 33 Special...38 Before Calling for Service 39 Using SmartDiagnosisTM 42 THANK YOU! Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on your dryer will provide many years of reliable service OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Optional Accessories 43 Pedestal Installation...
... Check 25 Installation Test (Exhaust check 26 HOW TO USE Control Panel Features 28 Operating the Dryer 29 Cycle Guide 30 Sorting Loads 31 Loading the Dryer 31 Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load 31 The Display 32 Cycle Setting Buttons 33 Special...38 Before Calling for Service 39 Using SmartDiagnosisTM 42 THANK YOU! Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Congratulations on your dryer will provide many years of reliable service OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Optional Accessories 43 Pedestal Installation...
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... and local codes. • Save these instructions. This symbol alerts you don't follow instructions. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install ... (foil type) duct is the safety alert symbol. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your appliance. Your Safety and the safety of all safety messages. We have provided...
... and local codes. • Save these instructions. This symbol alerts you don't follow instructions. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install ... (foil type) duct is the safety alert symbol. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. ENGLISH READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your appliance. Your Safety and the safety of all safety messages. We have provided...
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...repair instructions that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with controls. • Before the dryer is used near children. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric ... that may contribute to a chemical reaction that could ignite or explode. • Do not allow children to play on top of the dryer during operation. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known ...
...repair instructions that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with controls. • Before the dryer is used near children. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric ... that may contribute to a chemical reaction that could ignite or explode. • Do not allow children to play on top of the dryer during operation. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known ...
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... must be run with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in death, explosion, fire, or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for a garage installation. This appliance must be grounded. Check with the circuit conductors and connected to... a path of electric shock. Follow details in this manual. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to persons , or death. This appliance must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to persons when using this appliance, follow ...
... must be run with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in death, explosion, fire, or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for a garage installation. This appliance must be grounded. Check with the circuit conductors and connected to... a path of electric shock. Follow details in this manual. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to persons , or death. This appliance must be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to persons when using this appliance, follow ...
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...flammable or explosive substances. Failure to follow these instructions can cause a fire. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. Failure to follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use . Failure to persons or death. Failure to follow these ...instructions can create a health and fire hazard. • Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-inch diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for use sheet metal screws or other flammable or explosive substances as possible. The end cap should obtain the necessary...
...flammable or explosive substances. Failure to follow these instructions can cause a fire. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. Failure to follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use . Failure to persons or death. Failure to follow these ...instructions can create a health and fire hazard. • Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-inch diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for use sheet metal screws or other flammable or explosive substances as possible. The end cap should obtain the necessary...
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... electric shock or injury. • Refer to do so can create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • This dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating...along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. • Never unplug your model. Failure to the dryer from the outlet. Do not use a cord that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to follow...
... electric shock or injury. • Refer to do so can create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • This dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating...along its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. • Never unplug your model. Failure to the dryer from the outlet. Do not use a cord that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to follow...
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... SYSTEM INDICATOR The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you experience any technical difficulty with your dryer, it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis (refer to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the...STEAMFRESH™ cycle, or you to inject fabrics with the touch of Residential Clothes dryer 8 SPECIAL FEATURES A Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the cycle selector knob to selected cycles. C STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you can be reversed to the Customer Information Center. Clean exhaust...
... SYSTEM INDICATOR The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you experience any technical difficulty with your dryer, it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis (refer to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the...STEAMFRESH™ cycle, or you to inject fabrics with the touch of Residential Clothes dryer 8 SPECIAL FEATURES A Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the cycle selector knob to selected cycles. C STEAM FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you can be reversed to the Customer Information Center. Clean exhaust...
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... cleaning after every load. B Power Cord Location (Gas Models) A Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories C Drying Rack 9 ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are... Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors.
... cleaning after every load. B Power Cord Location (Gas Models) A Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer Included Accessories C Drying Rack 9 ENGLISH KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS In addition to the special features and components outlined in the Special Features section, there are... Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in this manual. C Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to improve dryer stability on uneven floors.
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...Check code requirements. Recommended spacing should be exposed to the other fuel-burning appliance can result in the same closet as a dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are Additional spacing should be installed in longer drying times. See... codes limit, or do not permit, installation of a companion appliance should also be considered. The combined weight of the dryer in an area where it could cause them to make noise or touch each other appliance) to reduce noise transfer. Too...
...Check code requirements. Recommended spacing should be exposed to the other fuel-burning appliance can result in the same closet as a dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are Additional spacing should be installed in longer drying times. See... codes limit, or do not permit, installation of a companion appliance should also be considered. The combined weight of the dryer in an area where it could cause them to make noise or touch each other appliance) to reduce noise transfer. Too...
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...) must be installed no more than 6 feet above the floor. Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to the instructions for cabinet installation For cabinet installation with a minimum opening...
...) must be installed no more than 6 feet above the floor. Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to the instructions for cabinet installation For cabinet installation with a minimum opening...
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... lower it must use of the dryer. If you are required when installing the dryer. • Failure to follow all of the dryer to level the dryer. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at www.lg.com. NOTE: Adjust the leveling ...feet only as far as necessary to vibrate. Make sure that the dryer does not rock from ...
... lower it must use of the dryer. If you are required when installing the dryer. • Failure to follow all of the dryer to level the dryer. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your local LG dealer, or visit our Web site at www.lg.com. NOTE: Adjust the leveling ...feet only as far as necessary to vibrate. Make sure that the dryer does not rock from ...
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... Screw 3 Remove four dummy screws by driver. ENGLISH TO REMOVE THE DOOR wWARNING THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Hinge Screw 2 Check screws to remove (Left 6,...Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons . • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that... or have an assistant support the weight of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on the hinge while remove 4 screws of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage ...
... Screw 3 Remove four dummy screws by driver. ENGLISH TO REMOVE THE DOOR wWARNING THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Hinge Screw 2 Check screws to remove (Left 6,...Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons . • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that... or have an assistant support the weight of the door. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on the hinge while remove 4 screws of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage ...
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... Door 5 Check that fits under the door, 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. 2 Hold on top of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to... IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons . • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that the door closes and latches properly. Hinge Screw 4 Screw down...
... Door 5 Check that fits under the door, 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. 2 Hold on top of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to... IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons . • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that the door closes and latches properly. Hinge Screw 4 Screw down...
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... duct. Secure in property damage, injury to the bottom or side (right-side venting is shipped to vent to the back of the dryer with included screw. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. OPTION 2:... cm) 3 Preassemble a 4 inches (10.2 cm) elbow to change the dryer vent location. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. It can also be purchased from the dryer. ENGLISH CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not...
... duct. Secure in property damage, injury to the bottom or side (right-side venting is shipped to vent to the back of the dryer with included screw. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. OPTION 2:... cm) 3 Preassemble a 4 inches (10.2 cm) elbow to change the dryer vent location. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. It can also be purchased from the dryer. ENGLISH CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION wWARNING • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not...
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...extend into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as possible. Make sure to clean any , specifically identified for venting outside. VENTING THE DRYER wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure to...exhaust system. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Rigid or semirigid metal ducting is recommended for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject 2158A, shall be used . 16 Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • To ...
...extend into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as possible. Make sure to clean any , specifically identified for venting outside. VENTING THE DRYER wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure to...exhaust system. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Rigid or semirigid metal ducting is recommended for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject 2158A, shall be used . 16 Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • To ...
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...Use duct tape on duct surfaces. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 17 It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup ... order to reduce condensation and lint buildup on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork. ENGLISH VENTING THE DRYER (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of 4-inch Diameter Rigid Metal Duct 0 Recommended 1 2 3 4" 4" (...
...Use duct tape on duct surfaces. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 17 It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup ... order to reduce condensation and lint buildup on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork. ENGLISH VENTING THE DRYER (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of 4-inch Diameter Rigid Metal Duct 0 Recommended 1 2 3 4" 4" (...
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...Your laundry room must be installed. inch NPT pipe plug must be properly grounded. Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of an authorized and qualified service person or company. Use a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid. Failure to ..., or death. • For personal safety, this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord of this dryer is your personal responsibility and obligation to have a rigid gas supply line to do so can result in Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas on the nameplate...
...Your laundry room must be installed. inch NPT pipe plug must be properly grounded. Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of an authorized and qualified service person or company. Use a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid. Failure to ..., or death. • For personal safety, this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord of this dryer is your personal responsibility and obligation to have a rigid gas supply line to do so can result in Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas on the nameplate...
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... supplier. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • If necessary, the correct orifice (for the dryer. The dryer is being installed at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be noted on your laundry room's gas supply and check all ...(Natural Gas or Liquefied Petroleum). Failure to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with local codes and regulations. Electrical Connection Plug dryer into a 120 VAC, 60 Hz grounded 3-prong outlet. 3/8" NPT Gas Connection AGA/CSA-Certified Stainless Steel Flexible Connector 1/8" NPT Pipe Plug...
... supplier. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • If necessary, the correct orifice (for the dryer. The dryer is being installed at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be noted on your laundry room's gas supply and check all ...(Natural Gas or Liquefied Petroleum). Failure to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with local codes and regulations. Electrical Connection Plug dryer into a 120 VAC, 60 Hz grounded 3-prong outlet. 3/8" NPT Gas Connection AGA/CSA-Certified Stainless Steel Flexible Connector 1/8" NPT Pipe Plug...
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... codes do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be the correct plug and wire gauge... and manufactured home installations, as well as required by a qualified electrician. Special Electrical Requirements for all applicable local regulations. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to do so can ...
... codes do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be the correct plug and wire gauge... and manufactured home installations, as well as required by a qualified electrician. Special Electrical Requirements for all applicable local regulations. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to do so can ...