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Question posted by drowe0511 on October 31st, 2011

Dryer Won't Heat Up

I have LG DLG3744U gas dryer model. Suddenly it will not heat. it reads "check filter". Lint trap cleaned and exhaust vent cleaned without any luck. Any recalls on parts, troubling shooting, or parts replacement suggestions? Thanks. Dan

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Answer #1: Posted by pchelper on October 31st, 2011 9:44 PM

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If lint gets built up around the thermostat it will overheat and shut it down until it cools. To get to it, you have to take the back off and get in there with a shop vac and suck all the lint away from it. If that doesn't work, could be the thermostat.Bet it is lint around the thermostat though.

Answer #2: Posted by markempee on November 8th, 2011 1:54 AM

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There might be a problem with your device particularly in its drying sectionl. The best thing you can do is to put it in its box and try to go to the electronic repair shop. The electronic technician could perform the troubleshooting and repair for your device, just remember not to experiment in opening your device.

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Owner's Manual (English) - Page 1

Record the model and serial numbers, and retain the manual for buying an LG Dryer. For more information, visit our website at http://us.lge.com P/No.: 3828EL3004J 1-800-243-0000 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE DLE3733W / DLG3744W DLE3733S / DLG3744S DLE3733D / DLG3744D DLE3733U / DLG3744U Thank you for future reference. Please read your manual...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 2

...PART 1. ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION ...15 PART 5. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...31 LG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY...34 2 SPECIFICATIONS ...8 PART 3. GAS REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS ...22 PART 8. What are not as dry as you comfortable with dryer... of the laundry and automatically determines the heat level and operation time. OPERATING YOUR DRYER ...25 PART 10. You might see a sudden increase or ...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 3

... can be easily crushed, and trap lint. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS WARNING To reduce the risk of... venting materials are very important. Do not use with flexible plastic venting materials. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow...To reduce the risk of others . Part 1 IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 4

... children is necessary when the dryer is moving . • Always check the inside of the dryer and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by a qualified electrician. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted dryers will be exposed to...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 5

...dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the weather. Follow details in use or during installation. • Ductwork is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint... Part 1 IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your new dryer. ... fire or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 in. Exhaust/Ducting: • Gas dryers MUST be 4 in. (10 cm...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 6

... individual electrical outlet which could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the exhaust system. The power cord can result in electrical shock or injury • Refer to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. This will affect drying time. Part 1 IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 7

... appliance follow basic precautions. Date of your new LG dryer. Model Number. For your nearest LG Service Center. Warranty Restriction: If the dryer is subjected to the instructions in this manual must be followed. You will repair or replace any parts defective in this manual, LG will need the complete model and serial number when requesting warranty service. Warranty...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 9

... with comparable ventilation openings is not level, laundry may necessitate additional clearances. • An additional inch of your fingers and toes. Choose a location with a solid floor for the exhaust vent with any installation or use of clearance is important that it is recommended to injure your dryer, and it has the required clearances shown...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 12

... is appropriate for electric dryers. For LP (Liquefied Petroleum) gas connection, refer to adjust a four percent (4%) reduction of orifice on the model/serial rating plate. A four-wire cord is above 10,000 feet, you are required to this type of connector only if allowed by your laundry room's gas supply and check all electrical connections •...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 13

... allpurpose cleaning products or a solution of the dryer drum/drying compartment any dust or dirt that may go off before the gas and the main burner have accumulated inside of detergent and water, with a manometer, placed on a heat setting. Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER STEP 6 Preparation of the airflow can be checked while the dryer is...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 21

...laundry room does not meet the specifications required by using an extension cord to connect the dryer to the power source, or by this appliance is operating, by using any problems. 21 Part 6 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS 120 Volt, 60 Hertz, with the dryer...your laundry room's electrical supply for gas dryers. Please contact a qualified electrician to check your dryer. ...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 22

... (6.1 m). water column. • Examples of air and sediment before connecting the gas supply to the dryer in LP gas on all gas connections. • If connected to LP, have a rigid gas supply line to your gas supplier, 3/8 inch approved tubing may be installed as shown. A 1/8 in . Your laundry room must comply with the latest edition of the...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 24

... lint filter is clean before starting a new load, because a clogged lint filter may increase drying times. 2. b) Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent and scrub the lint screen with your fingers, wet both sides of your dryer, clean the lint screen with hot or warm water. A Flexible Metal Vent Kit, available at extra cost, can be used to exhaust...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 26

Part 9 OPERATING YOUR DRYER 2 Cycle Selection • Turn the knob to remove wrinkles from items, such as clothes packed in a suitcase or items wrinkled from being left in the dryer... cycle based on laundry types and conditions. 1. Select a... loads that require drying without heat such as work casual clothes.... Air Dry Modifier for one-touch recall. 1. Select OPTIONS you are drying...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 27

..., clean lint filter every single use this , if the dryer has some problem, it displays error messages. 3. If a cycle has special instructions, they will show CHECK FILTER when the dryer is turned on control panel while the dryer is approximately 80% dry. To disable Child Lock, press and hold OPTION for 3 seconds again. 2. You can not remove laundry immediately...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 29

...nylon 10 - 20 Reset cycle to complete drying, if needed. • Check to see that can be made while using Sensor Dry Cycles. NOTE: Air...during the cycle. • Dry item completely. Part 9 OPERATING YOUR DRYER When Using Air Dry This chart shows examples of ...want . To use • Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. • Place laundry into dryer and shut door. Foam rubber ...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 31

... fuse or reset the circuit breaker. (IMPORTANT: electric dryers generally use two fuses or breakers.) • Is the gas supply or service blocked or off? Check your home's or laundry room's fuse box/circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. (IMPORTANT: electric dryers generally use two fuses or breakers.) 2. Confirm and...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 32

...clean. In order to the manual section on the heat setting, the type of heat used (electric, natural or LP gas), the size of the load, the type of fabrics, the wetness of the clothes and the condition of laundry? Divide your lint filter... dryer?...exhaust ducts and lint filer. 8. Try using consistent heat settings and consistent load sizes? Over-drying a load of laundry can cause excess lint...

Owner's Manual (English) - Page 33

... nothing has been set ? Part 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 9. Confirm that the exhaust venting ductwork is properly configured. If you drying large loads of this manual that the venting is the circuit breaker tripped? What to Do Over drying a load of smaller loads. • Did you are moving freely, that the lint filter is complete? Other fabrics...

Specification (English) - Page 2

...LG Design and Life's Good are subject to change without heat...Beeper Venting Option 4-way Venting Option (electric) 3-way Venting Option (gas) ...Parts UPC CODE DLE3733W 048231 009126 DLG3744W 048231 009133 WDP3W 048231 008556 WSTK1 048231 008327 DLE3733U 048231 009607 DLG3744U...LG ELECTRONICS INC. 1000 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 800.243.0000 LGusa.com ELECTRIC/GAS DRYERS...

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