OWNER’S MANUAL
DRYER
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your dryer and retain it for future reference.
DLEX5101W
DLEX5101V
DLGX5102W
DLGX5102V
P/No. MFL62512805
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING
For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Your Safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read
and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING.
These words mean:
wDANGER: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
wWARNING:You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of
injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
•ꢀDoꢀnotꢀinstallꢀaꢀclothesꢀdryerꢀwithꢀ
flexible plastic venting materials. If
flexible metal (foil type) duct is in-
stalled, it must be of a specific type
identified by the appliance manufac-
turer as suitable for use with clothes
dryers. Flexible venting materials are
known to collapse, be easily crushed,
and trap lint. These conditions will
obstruct clothes dryer airflow and
increase the risk of fire.
•ꢀDoꢀnotꢀstoreꢀorꢀuseꢀgasolineꢀorꢀotherꢀ
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this appliance or any other
appliances.
•ꢀInstallationꢀandꢀserviceꢀmustꢀbeꢀ
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
•ꢀInstallꢀtheꢀclothesꢀdryerꢀaccordingꢀtoꢀ
the manufacturer’s instructions and
local codes.
•ꢀSaveꢀtheseꢀinstructions.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Do not try to light a match or cigarette,
or turn on any gas or electrical
appliance.
2. Do not touch any electrical switches.
Do not use any phone in your building.
3. Clear the room, building, or area of all
occupants.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions carefully.
5. If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the fire department.
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wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the dryer.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when
the dryer is used near children.
• Before use, the dryer must be properly installed
as described in this manual.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in
your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking
oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that
could cause a load to catch fire.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing
foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like
materials.
• Do not dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted
with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other
flammable or explosive substances as they give
off vapors that could ignite or explode.
• Keep area around the exhaust opening and
adjacent surrounding areas free from the
accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
• Do not reach into the dryer if the drum or any
other part is moving.
• The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent
should be cleaned periodically by qualified
service personnel.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer
or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and Care Guide or
in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
• Do not install or store the dryer where it will be
exposed to the weather.
• Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign
objects.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Clean lint screen before or after each load.
• Before the dryer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINkING WATER AND TOxIC ENFORCEmENT ACT
This act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential
exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be
minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
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wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event
of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing
a path of least resistance for electric current.
This appliance must be equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment-
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment-
grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not
properly grounded.
wWARNING
— Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a
risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Properly ground dryer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow
details in the installation instructions. Electrical
shock can result if the dryer is not properly
grounded.
• Connect to a properly rated, protected,
and sized power circuit to avoid electrical
overload. Improper power circuit can melt,
creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard.
• Remove all packing items and dispose of all
shipping materials properly. Failure to do so
can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.
• Before use, the dryer must be properly
installed as described in this manual.
Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not
properly grounded.
• Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor
for a garage installation. Failure to do so can
result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.
• Install and store the dryer where it will not be
exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to the weather.
• Keep all packaging from children. Packaging
material can be dangerous for children. There is
a risk of suffocation.
• All repairs and servicing must be performed
by an authorized servicer unless specifically
recommended in this Owner’s Guide. Use
only authorized factory parts. Failure to follow
this warning can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
• Do not install nearby heat item. Such a stove,
oven or heater. Failure to do so can cause
malfunction, smoke, or fire.
• Do not place candle and cigarettes on top of
the product. Failure to do so can cause them to
melt, smoke, or catch fire.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
install the dryer in humid spaces. Failure to
follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
• Remove all protective vinyl film from the
product. Failure to do so can cause them to
melt, smoke, or catch fire.
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wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
Exhaust/Ducting:
• GasꢀdryersꢀMUSTꢀbeꢀexhaustedꢀtoꢀtheꢀ
outside. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in fire or death.
• The exhaust duct must be 4 inches
(10.2 cm) in diameter with no obstructions.
The exhaust duct should be kept as short as
possible. Make sure to clean any old ducts
before installing your new dryer. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
• The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted
to the outside of the dwelling. If the dryer is
not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and
large amounts of moisture will be expelled
into the laundry area. An accumulation of
lint in any area of the home can create a health
and fire hazard.
• Rigid or semi - rigid metal ducting is
recommended for use between the
dryer and the wall. In special installations
when it is impossible to make a connection
with the above recommendations, a UL-
listed flexible metal transition duct may be
used between the dryer and wall connection
only. The use of this ducting will affect drying
time. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in fire or death.
• Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-inch
diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet
or for exhausting to the outside. Use of
plastic or other combustible ductwork can
cause a fire. Punctured ductwork can cause
a fire if it collapses or becomes otherwise
restricted in use or during installation.
• DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other
fasteners which extend into the duct that
could catch lint and reduce the efficiency
of the exhaust system. Secure all joints with
duct tape. For complete details, follow the
Installation Instructions. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
• Ductwork is not provided with the dryer, and
you should obtain the necessary ductwork
locally. The end cap should have hinged
dampers to prevent backdraft when the dryer
is not in use. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in fire or death.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAm FUNCTIONS
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Do not open the dryer door during steam
cycles. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in a burn hazard.
•Do not fill the steam feeder with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
• Do not dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted
with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other
flammable or explosive substances as they
give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
fire or death.
• Do not touch the steam nozzle in the drum
during or after the steam cycle. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in a burn
hazard.
• Do not fill the steam feeder with hot water
(over 86°F/30°C). Failure to follow these
instructions can result in a burn hazard.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICITY
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the ground prong from the power
cord. To prevent personal injury or damage to
the dryer, the electrical power cord must be
plugged into a properly grounded outlet.
• Never unplug your dryer by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet. The power cord
can be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire and
electrical shock.
• For personal safety, this dryer must be
properly grounded. Failure to do so can result
in electrical shock or injury.
• Repair or replace immediately all power
cords that have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that shows
cracks or abrasion damage along its length
or at either end. The power cord can melt,
creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard.
• Refer to the installation instructions in this
manual for specific electrical requirements
for your model. Failure to follow these
instructions can create an electrical shock
hazard and/or a fire hazard.
• When installing or moving the dryer, be
careful not to pinch, crush, or damage
the power cord. This will prevent injury and
prevent damage to the dryer from fire and
electrical shock.
• This dryer must be plugged into a properly
grounded outlet. Electrical shock can result if
the dryer is not properly grounded. Have the
wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded. Failure to follow these instructions
can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a
fire hazard.
• The dryer should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which
has a voltage rating that matches the rating
plate. This provides the best performance
and also prevents overloading house wiring
circuits which could cause a fire hazard from
overheated wires.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SPECIAL FEATURES
EASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL
E
A
A
Rotate the cycle selector knob to select the
desired dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust
settings at the touch of a button.
D
B
EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR
B
C
Wide-opening door provides easy access for
loading and unloading. Door swing can be
reversed to adjust for installation location.
ULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL DRUm
WITH DRUm LIGHT
The ultra-large stainless steel drum offers
superior durability. The drum is equipped with a
light that illuminates when the dryer door is open
and turns off when the door is closed.
C
D
E
STEAm FUNCTIONS
LG’s steam technology allows you to inject
fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh
clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier.
Simply select the STEAMFRESH™ cycle, or you
can add a steam option to selected cycles.
FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCkAGE SENSING
SYSTEm INDICATOR
The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing
system detects and alerts you to blockages in
the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the
dryer. Clean exhaust systems increase efficiency
and reduce drying times.
Protocol P154
Sanitization Performance of
Residential Clothes dryer
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kEY PARTS AND COmPONENTS
In addition to the special features and
components outlined in the Special Features
section, there are several other important
components that are referenced in this manual.
A FRONT-mOUNT LINT FILTER
Front-mounted lint filter allows for easy access
and cleaning after every load.
B
LEVELING FEET
Four leveling feet (two in the front, and two in the back)
adjust to improve dryer stability on uneven floors.
A
C
DRYING RACk
Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle to safely dry
such items as sweaters, delicates and gym shoes without
tumbling or overheating.
B
Terminal Block
Access Panel
(Electric Models)
Power Cord Location
(Gas Models)
C
Included Accessories
Drying Rack
Gas
Connection
Location
(Gas Models)
Exhaust Duct
Outlet
Rear of Dryer
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ImPORTANT: Follow the operating and care instructions in this
manual and your dryer will provide many years of reliable service.
It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. Detailed instructions
concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are provided on the
following pages.
INSTALLATION LOCATION REQUIREmENTS
A location that allows for proper exhaust installation.
A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See
Venting Requirements.
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm)
under entire dryer. If slope is greater than 1 inch (2.5
cm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit. Clothes may not
tumble properly, and automatic sensor cycles may not
operate correctly if dryer is not level.
A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft.
(61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See Electrical
Requirements.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer
at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. If using a
pedestal, you will need 18 inches (46 cm) to the bottom
of the dryer.
A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200
lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45º F (7º C). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the
end of an automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile
homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.
CLEARANCES
14
"
max.*
(35.6 cm)
1
21
"
⁄4
(54 cm)
7
45
"
⁄16
(115.3 cm)
15
28
"
5
"
**
(73.4 ⁄c1m6 )
(12.7 cm)
Closet Door Vent
Requirements
1
50
"
(127.5⁄4cm)
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended
for this dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing
of 0 inches (0 cm) clearance on the sides and rear.
Recommended spacing should be considered for the
following reasons:
Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of
the dryer to reduce noise transfer.
For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are
acceptable.
Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
Companion appliance spacing should also be
considered.
Additional clearances might be required for wall, door
and floor moldings.
Suggestion: There should be at least a little space around the dryer (or any other appliance) to eliminate the transfer
of vibration from one to the other. Too much vibration could cause them to make noise or touch each other, causing
paint damage and making even more noise.
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CLEARANCES (cont.)
IMPORTANT:If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit,
please refer to Optional Accessories in this manual or to the instructions for your pedestal or
stacking kit before proceeding with the installation.
Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation
For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet
are required.
7"* (17.8 cm)
7"* (17.8 cm)
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting, 2inches
(5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.
1"
1"
28
1"*
29/32"
5"**
(2.54 cm)
(2.54 cm)
(73.4 cm)(2.5 cm)
(68.6 cm)
(12.7 cm)
LEVELING THE DRYER
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all industry recommended safety procedures
including the use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this
WARNING
w
manual could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
• All four leveling feet must rest solidly on the
floor. Gently push on the top corners of the
dryer to make sure that the dryer does not
rock from corner to corner.
To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying
performance, it must be level. To minimize
vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the
floor must be a level, solid surface.
NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as
necessary to level the dryer. Extending the
leveling feet more than necessary can cause
the dryer to vibrate.
Level
Leveling Feet
1
Position the dryer in the final location. Place
a level across the top of the dryer.
2
Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling
feet. Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or
counterclockwise to lower it. Raise or lower
the leveling feet until dryer is level from
side to side and front to back.
Make sure that all 4 leveling feet are in firm
contact with the floor.
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REVERSING THE DOOR
Hinge
assembly
Hole cap
Cover cap
1 Open the door and remove the two plastic
hole caps on the catch side by gently prying
up with a flat blade screwdriver. Save these
for step 6.
4
Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to
the door frame. Remove the two plastic cover
caps. Reinstall the hinges and cover caps on the
opposite sides from which they were removed.
CAUTION
Support the weight of the door when removing
the screws in the next step. Failure to properly
support the weight of the door could result
in property damage, damage to the dryer, or
personal injury.
Hinge Screw
5 With the hinges and cover caps in the new
locations, remount the inner door frame
onto the outer door frame with the screws
removed in step 3 above.
2 While supporting the door, remove the 4
screws, two from each hinge. Set the door
aside face down on a protected surface to
prevent damage to the door or the work
surface.
6 Reinstall the door with the screws from step
1,2.
inner door frame
latch hook
3 With the door on a protected surface,
remove the 12 screws on each side of the
door and lift off the inner door frame using
a flat blade screwdriver. Remove the latch
hook and blank and move them to the
opposite side.
Swing Door
7 Test the swing of the door to make sure the
hinges and latch are properly aligned and that
the door closes and latches correctly.
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CHANGING THE DRYER VENT LOCATION
WARNING
Retaining
Screw
w
• Use a heavy metal vent.
• Do not use plastic or thin foil duct.
• Clean old ducts before installing this dryer.
• Protect your hands and arms from sharp edges when
working inside the cabinet.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all industry
recommended safety procedures including the use of long
sleeved gloves and safety glasses.
• Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this manual
could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
Rear
Exhaust Duct
Your new dryer is shipped to vent to the rear.
It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or side
(right-side venting is not available on gas models).
Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining
screw. Pull out the exhaust duct.
1
An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B,
may be purchased from your LG retailer. This kit
contains the necessary duct components to change
the dryer vent location.
OPTION 2: Bottom Venting
OPTION 1: Side Venting
Adapter
Duct
Adapter
Duct
Bracket
Bracket
Knockout
2 Press the adapter duct onto the blower
housing and secure to the base of the dryer
as shown.
2
Press the tabs on the knockout and carefully
remove the knockout for the desired vent opening
(right-side venting is not available on gas models).
Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing
and secure to the base of the dryer as shown.
Cover
Plate
Cover
Plate
Elbow
Elbow
11/2"
(3.8 cm)
3
Preassemble a 4-inch (10 cm) elbow to the next
4-inch (10 cm) duct section, and secure all joints
with duct tape. Be sure that the male end of the
elbow faces AWAY from the dryer.
Insert the elbow/duct assembly through the side
opening and press it onto the adapter duct.
Secure in place with duct tape.
Be sure that the male end of the duct protrudes
1½ inches (3.8 cm) to connect the remaining
ductwork.
Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer with
included screw.
3 Insert the 4-inch (10 cm) elbow through the
rear opening and press it onto the adapter
duct. Be sure that the male end of the elbow
faces down through hole in the bottom of the
dryer. Secure in place with duct tape.
Attach the cover plate to the back of the
dryer with included screw.
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VENTING THE DRYER
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Do not crush or collapse ductwork. Failure
to follow these instructions can result in fire
or death.
• Rigid or semirigid metal ducting is
recommended for use between the dryer
and the wall. In special installations when
it is impossible to make a connection with
the above recommendations, a UL-listed
flexible metal transition duct may be used
between the dryer and wall connection only.
The use of this ducting will affect drying
time. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in fire or death.
• Do not allow ductwork to rest on or
contact sharp objects. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
• If connecting to existing ductwork, make
sure it is suitable and clean before installing
the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in fire or death.
• DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other
fasteners which extend into the duct that
could catch lint and reduce the efficiency
ofꢀtheꢀexhaustꢀsystem.ꢀSecureꢀallꢀjointsꢀ
with duct tape. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
• Venting must conform to local building
codes. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in fire or death.
• GasꢀdryersꢀMUSTꢀexhaustꢀtoꢀtheꢀoutdoors.ꢀ
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in fire or death.
• To maximize operating results, please
observe the duct length limitations noted in
the chart on page 15. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
• Use only 4-inch (10.2 cm) rigid or flexible
metal ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and
for venting outside. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
• Ductwork is not provided with the dryer.
You should obtain the necessary ductwork
locally. The end cap should have hinged
dampers to prevent backdraft when the
dryer is not in use. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
• To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or
accumulation of combustible gases, DO
NOT exhaust dryer air into an enclosed and
unventilated area, such as an attic, wall,
ceiling, crawl space, chimney, gas vent, or
concealed space of a building. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in fire
or death.
• The Total length of flexible metal duct shall
not exceed 8 ft. (2.4m)
• In Canada, that only those foil-type flexible
ducts, if any, specifically identified for use
with the appliance by the manufacturer
shall be used. In the United States, that only
those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically
identified for use with the appliance by the
manufacturer and that comply with the outline
for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject
2158A, shall be used.
• To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust
the dryer with plastic or thin foil ducting.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in fire or death.
• The exhaust duct must be 4 inches (10.2
cm) in diameter with no obstructions. The
exhaust duct should be kept as short as
possible. Make sure to clean any old ducts
before installing your new dryer. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
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VENTING THE DRYER (cont.)
Ductwork
Maximum Length of 4-inch Diameter
Rigid Metal Duct
Wall Cap Type
Number of 90° Elbows
0
1
2
3
4
0
1
2
3
4
65 ft. (19.8 m)
55 ft. (16.8 m)
47 ft. (13.7 m)
36 ft. (11.0 m)
28 ft. (8.5 m)
55 ft. (16.8 m)
47 ft. (13.7 m)
41 ft. (12.5 m)
30 ft. (9.1 m)
22 ft. (6.7 m)
Recommended
4"
(10.2 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
Use Only for Short
Run Installations
21/2"
(6.35 cm)
NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. It is not recommended to use more than four 90° elbows.
Routing and Connecting Ductwork
Correct Venting
Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying
performance and reduce lint buildup and
condensation in the ductwork.
NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included
and must be purchased separately.
• Use 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid or semirigid
metal ductwork.
• The exhaust duct run should be as short as
possible.
• Use as few elbow joints as possible.
• The male end of each section of exhaust duct
must point away from the dryer.
• Use duct tape on all duct joints.
Incorrect Venting
• Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated
areas in order to reduce condensation and lint
buildup on duct surfaces.
IMPORTANT: Failure to exhaust the dryer
correctly will void the dryer’s warranty.
15
CONNECTING GAS DRYERS
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Gas supply requirements:
• Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on
the nameplate. Failure to do so can result in fire,
explosion, or death.
As shipped from the factory, this dryer is
configured for use with natural gas. It can be
converted for use with LP (Liquefied Propane)
gas. Gas pressure must not exceed 13 inches
of water column.
• To prevent contamination of the gas valve,
purge the gas supply of air and sediment
before connecting the gas supply to the dryer.
Before tightening the connection between the
gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air
until the odor of gas is detected. Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
• A qualified service or gas company technician
must connect the dryer to the gas service.
Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
• Isolate the dryer from the gas supply system
by closing its individual manual shutoff valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply.
Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
• DO NOT use an open flame to inspect for gas
leaks. Use a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid.
Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or
death.
• UseꢀonlyꢀaꢀnewꢀAGA-ꢀorꢀCSA-certifiedꢀgasꢀ
supply line with flexible stainless steel
connectors. Failure to do so can result in fire,
explosion, or death.
• Supplyꢀlineꢀrequirements:ꢀ
Your laundry room must have a rigid gas
supplyꢀlineꢀtoꢀyourꢀdryer.ꢀInꢀtheꢀUnitedꢀStates,ꢀ
anꢀindividualꢀmanualꢀshutoffꢀvalveꢀMUSTꢀbeꢀ
installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer,
in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSIꢀZ223.1ꢀorꢀCanadianꢀgasꢀinstallationꢀcodeꢀ
CSAꢀB149.1.ꢀAꢀ1⁄8 - inch NPT pipe plug must
be installed. Failure to do so can result in fire,
explosion, or death
• Securelyꢀtightenꢀallꢀgasꢀconnections. Failure
to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
• Use Teflon® tape or a pipe-joint compound that
is insoluble in Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas on
all pipe threads. Failure to do so can result in fire,
explosion, or death.
• DO NOT attempt any disassembly of the dryer;
any disassembly requires the attention and
tools of an authorized and qualified service
person or company. Failure to do so can result
in fire, explosion, or death.
• If using a rigid pipe, the rigid pipe should be
½ꢀ-ꢀinchꢀIPS.ꢀIfꢀacceptableꢀunderꢀlocalꢀcodesꢀ
and ordinances and when acceptable to your
gas supplier, 3⁄8 - inch approved tubing may be
used where lengths are less than 20 ft.
(6.1 m). Larger tubing should be used for
lengths in excess of 20 ft. (6.1 m). Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
Electrical Requirements for Gas models Only
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the power
cord. Failure to follow this warning can result in
fire, explosion, or death.
• This dryer must be plugged into a
20-amp, 120 VAC. grounded outlet protected by
a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Failure to
follow this warning can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
• For personal safety, this dryer must be properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning can result
in fire, explosion, or death.
• Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure
to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
• The power cord of this dryer is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with
a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet
to minimize the possibility of electric shock
hazard from this appliance. Failure to follow this
warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.
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CONNECTING GAS DRYERS (cont.)
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier. Failure to do so can result in fire,
explosion, or death.
• If necessary, the correct orifice (for the
LP conversion kit order part number
4948EL4002B) should be installed by a
qualified technician and the change should
be noted on the dryer. Failure to do so can
result in fire, explosion, or death.
• Use only a new stainless steel flexible
connector and a new AGA-certified
connector. Failure to do so can result in fire,
explosion, or death.
• All connections must be in accordance with
local codes and regulations. Failure to do so
can result in fire, explosion, or death.
• A gas shutoff valve must be installed within
6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. Failure to do so can
result in fire, explosion, or death.
• GasꢀdryersꢀMUSTꢀexhaustꢀtoꢀtheꢀoutdoors.ꢀ
Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
• The dryer is configured for Natural Gas when
shipped from the factory. Make sure that the
dryer is equipped with the correct burner
orifice for the type of gas being used (Natural
Gas or Liquefied Petroleum). Failure to do so
can result in fire, explosion, or death.
Connecting the Gas Supply
Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry
room is turned OFF. Confirm that the type
of gas available in your laundry room is
appropriate for the dryer. The dryer is
prepared for Natural Gas with a 3⁄8 - inch NPT
gas connection.
1
Remove the shipping cap from the gas
connection at the back of the dryer. Be
careful not to damage the threads of the gas
connector when removing the shipping cap.
2
1/8" NPT Pipe
Plug
3/8" NPT Gas
Connection
Gas Supply
Shutoff Valve
Connect the dryer to your laundry room’s gas
supply using a new flexible stainless steel
connector with a 3⁄8 - inch NPT fitting.
3
4
AGA/CSA-Certified
Stainless Steel
Flexible Connector
Securely tighten all connections between the
dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply.
Turn on your laundry room’s gas supply and
check all pipe connections (both internal and
external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive
leak-detection fluid.
High-Altitude Installations
Electrical Connection
The BTU rating of this dryer is AGA-certified for
elevations below 10,000 feet.
Plug dryer into a
120-VAC, 60-Hz.
grounded 3-prong
outlet.
If your gas dryer is being installed at an elevation
above 10,000 feet, it must be derated by a
qualified technician or gas supplier.
17
CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS
wWARNING:
To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and
grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all
applicable local regulations. Please contact a qualified electrician to check your home’s wiring and
fuses to ensure that your home has adequate electrical power to operate the dryer.
Electrical Requirements for Electric models Only
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, 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 run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding
terminal or lead on the dryer. Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
• If branch circuit to dryer is 15 ft. (4.5 m)
or less in length, use UL (Underwriters
Laboratories) listed No. 10 AWG wire
(copper wire only), or as required by local
codes. If over 15 ft. (4.50 m), use UL-listed
No.-8 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as
required by local codes. Allow sufficient
slack in wiring so dryer can be moved from
its normal location when necessary. Failure
to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
• The dryer has its own terminal block that
must be connected to a separate 240 VAC,
60 Hertz, single-phase circuit, fused at 30
amperes (the circuit must be fused on both
sidesꢀofꢀtheꢀline).ꢀELECTRICALꢀSERVICEꢀ
FORꢀTHEꢀDRYERꢀSHOULDꢀBEꢀOFꢀTHEꢀ
MAXIMUMꢀRATEꢀVOLTAGEꢀLISTEDꢀONꢀTHEꢀ
NAMEPLATE. DO NOT CONNECT DRYER TO
110-, 115-, OR 120-VOLT CIRCUIT. Heating
elements are available for field installation
in dryers which are to be connected to an
electrical service of a different voltage than
that listed on the rating plate. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
• The power cord (pigtail) connection between
wall receptacle and dryer terminal block
ISꢀNOTꢀsuppliedꢀwithꢀdryer.ꢀTypeꢀofꢀpigtailꢀ
and gauge of wire must conform to local
codes and with instructions on the following
pages. Failure to follow 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 all new construction after January
1, 1996. A 4-wire connection must be used
where local codes do not permit grounding
through the neutral wire. Failure to do so can
result in fire, explosion, or death.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
wWARNING:
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
•Do not modify the plug and internal wire
provided with the dryer.
• If it does not fit the outlet, a proper outlet will
need to be installed by a qualified electrician.
•The dryer should be connected to a 4-hole
outlet.
Special Electrical Requirements for mobile or manufactured Homes
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Any installation in a manufactured or mobile
home must comply with the Manufactured
Home Construction and Safety Standards
Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80 or Standard CAN/
CSA0Z240 MH and local codes and ordinances.
• A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile
and manufactured home installations, as well
as all new construction after January 1, 1996.
Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
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CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.)
USA ONLY
wWARNING:
•ꢀConnect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected
to same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color
screw in block. Failure to follow these instructions may result 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.
• Use a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed power cord
with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor
and closed loop or forked terminals with
upturned ends.
• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
Neutral
(White)
Hot
(Black)
Terminal
Block
Hot
(Red)
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
Ground Screw
UL-Listed
4-Wire
Power Cord
Power Cord
Ground Wire
1
Remove the terminal block access cover
on the upper back of the dryer. Install a
UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
through-hole; then thread a UL-listed, 30 A,
240 V, 4-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper
conductor power cord through the
strain relief.
2
Transfer the dryer’s ground wire from behind
the green ground screw to the center screw
of the terminal block. Attach the two hot
leads of the power cord to the outer terminal
block screws. Attach the white neutral wire
to the center terminal block screw. Attach the
power cord ground wire to the green ground
screw. TIGHTEN ALL SCREWS SECURELY.
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
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CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.)
USA ONLY
wWARNING:
•ꢀConnect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected to
same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color screw
in block. Failure to follow these instructions may result 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: Direct Wire
• A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile
and manufactured home installations, as well
as all new construction after January 1, 1996.
• Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum
copper conductor cable.
• Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to allow for
• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
removal and reinstallation of the dryer.
Neutral
(White)
Hot
(Black)
Hot
(Red)
1" (2.5 cm)
Ground Screw
Ground Wire
5"
Ground
Wire
(12.7 cm)
1
Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm) of the outer
covering from the wire. Remove 5 inches
of insulation from the ground wire. Cut off
approximately 11⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) from the
other three wires and strip 1 inch (2.5 cm)
insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of
the three shorter wires into a hook shape.
3
Transfer the dryer’s ground wire from behind
the green ground screw to the center screw
of the terminal block. Attach the two hot
leads of the power cable to the outer terminal
block screws. Attach the white neutral wire
to the center terminal block screw. Attach the
power cable ground wire to the green ground
screw. TIGHTEN ALL SCREWS SECURELY.
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Terminal
Block
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
UL-Listed
4-Wire
Power Cord
2
Remove the terminal block access cover
on the upper back of the dryer. Install a
UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
opening; then thread the power cable
prepared in Step 1 through the strain relief.
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CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.)
USA ONLY
wWARNING:
•ꢀConnect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected
to same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color
screw in block. Failure to follow these instructions may result 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.
Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord
• A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new
construction after January 1, 1996.
• Use a 30 A, 240 V, UL-listed power cord
with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor
and closed loop or forked terminals with
upturned ends.
• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
Neutral
(White)
Hot
(Black)
Terminal
Block
Hot
(Red)
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
Ground Screw
UL-Listed
3-Wire
Power Cord
Ground
Wire
2
Attach the two hot leads of the power cord
to the outer terminal block screws. Attach
the neutral wire to the center terminal block
screw. Connect the external ground (if
required by local codes) to the green ground
screw. TIGHTEN ALL SCREWS SECURELY.
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
1 Remove the terminal block access cover
on the upper back of the dryer. Install a
UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
opening; then thread a UL-listed, 30 A,
240 V, 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper
conductor power cord through the strain
relief.
21
CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.)
USA ONLY
wWARNING:
•ꢀConnect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected
to same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color
screw in block. Failure to follow these instructions may result 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.
Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire
• A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new
construction after January 1, 1996.
• Use UL-listed 3-wire #10 AWG-minimum
copper conductor cable.
• Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to allow for
removal and reinstallation of the dryer.
• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
Neutral
(White)
Hot
(Black)
Hot
(Red)
1" (2.5 cm)
Ground Screw
Ground
Wire
1
Remove 31⁄2 inches (8.9 cm) of the outer
covering from the wire. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm)
insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of
the three wires into a hook shape.
3
Attach the two hot leads of the power cord
to the outer terminal block screws. Attach
the neutral wire to the center terminal block
screw. Connect the external ground (if
required by local codes) to the green ground
screw. TIGHTEN ALL SCREWS SECURELY.
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Terminal
Block
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
UL-Listed
3-Wire
Power Cord
2
Remove the terminal block access cover
on the upper back of the dryer. Install a
UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
through-hole; then thread the power cable
prepared in Step 1 through the strain relief.
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SPECIAL REQUIREmENTS FOR mANUFACTURED OR mOBILE HOmES
Any installation in a manufactured or mobile
home must comply with the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standards Title 24 CFR,
Part 32-80 or Standard CAN/CSA0Z240 MH and
local codes and ordinances. If you are uncertain
whether your proposed installation will comply
with these standards, please contact a service
and installation professional for assistance.
• The dryer exhaust duct must be affixed securely
to the manufactured or mobile home structure,
and the exhaust duct must be made of a
material that will resist fire and combustion.
It is recommended that you use a rigid or
flexible metal duct.
• DO NOT connect the dryer exhaust duct
to any other duct, vent, chimney, or other
exhaust duct.
• A gas dryer must be permanently attached to
the floor.
• Make sure the dryer has adequate access to
outside fresh air to ensure proper operation.
The opening for outside fresh air must be at
least 25 in2 (163 cm2).
• The electrical connection for an electric dryer
must be a 4-wire connection. More detailed
information concerning the electrical connection
is provided in the section Connecting Electric
Dryers.
• It is important that the clearance of the duct
from any combustible construction be at least
2 inches (5 cm), and when venting the dryer to
the outdoors, the dryer can be installed with a
clearance of 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the sides and
back of the dryer.
• To reduce the risk of combustion and fire, the
dryer must be vented to the outside.
• DO NOT vent the dryer under a manufactured
home or mobile home.
• Please be aware that venting materials are
not supplied with the dryer. You should obtain
the venting materials necessary for proper
installation.
• Electric dryers may be vented to the outside
using the back, left, right, or bottom panel.
• Gas dryers may be vented to the outside using
the back, left, or bottom panel. Gas dryers may
not be vented to the outside using the right side
panel because of the burner housing.
FINAL INSTALLATION CHECk
Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation
with the following tests and Duct Condition Testing on the following page.
Testing Dryer Heating
Checking Airflow
Effective dryer operation requires proper airflow.
The adequacy of the airflow can be measured
by evaluating the static pressure. Static pressure
in the exhaust duct can be measured with
a manometer, placed on the exhaust duct
approximately 2 ft. (60.9 cm) from the dryer.
Static pressure in the exhaust duct should not
exceed 0.6 inches (1.5 cm). The dryer should be
checked while the dryer is running with no load.
GASꢀMODELS
Close the dryer door, press the ON/OFF switch
to turn the dryer on, and start the dryer on a heat
setting. When the dryer starts, the igniter should
ignite the main burner.
NOTE: If all air is not purged from the gas line,
the gas igniter may turn off before the main
burner ignites. If this happens, the igniter will
reattempt gas ignition after approximately
two minutes.
Checking Levelness
Once the dryer is in its final location, recheck
the dryer to be sure it is level. Make sure it is
level front to back and side to side, and that
all 4 leveling feet are firmly on the floor.
ELECTRICꢀMODELS
Close the dryer door, press the ON/OFF switch
to turn the dryer on, and start the dryer on a heat
setting. The exhaust air should be warm after the
dryer has been operating for 3 minutes.
23
DUCT CONDITION TEST
Your dryer features FlowSenseTM , an innovative
sensing system that automatically detects blockages
and restrictions in dryer ductwork. Keeping ductwork
clean of lint buildup and free of restrictions allows
clothes to dry faster and reduces energy use.
Correct Venting
NOTE: When the dryer is first installed, this test
should be performed to alert you to any existing
problems with the exhaust duct in your home.
However, since the test performed during normal
operation provides more accurate information on
the condition of the exhaust duct than does the
installation test, the number of bars displayed during
the two tests may not be the same.
To activate the duct condition test :
Restricted or Blocked Airflow
NOTE: Dryer heating test must be performed before
proceeding. If heating is normal, perform cooling
properly. Then perform the duct condition test below:
Avoid long runs or runs with multiple elbows
or bends.
Press and hold the DAMP DRY BEEP and
TEMP. CONTROL buttons at the same time.
While holding these buttons, press POWER
ON/OFF.
1
2
3
The dryer will show lnS in the number display
to indicate that it is in duct condition testing
mode.
Check for blockages and lint buildup.
Press the START/PAUSE button.
The dryer will run for
approximately 2 minutes to test
for blockages or restrictions to air
flow in the ductwork.
If no bars are shown in the display,
the ductwork is free from serious
blockages or restrictions.
Make sure the ductwork is not crushed
or restricted.
If all bars are lit, the dryer ductwork
has a serious blockage that needs to be
removed immediately.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT interrupt the test cycle!
NOTE: Even if no bars are displayed during the duct
condition test, some restrictions may still be present
in the exhaust dust. Refer to pages 14-15 for more
information.
24
CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of
this manual for more detailed information.
Important Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, read this
entireꢀmanual,ꢀincludingꢀtheꢀImportantꢀSafetyꢀInstructions,ꢀbeforeꢀoperatingꢀthisꢀdryer.ꢀ
E
F
B
C
A
E
H
G
D
A
B
POWER ON/OFF BUTTON
Press to turn the dryer ON. Press again to
turn the dryer OFF.
E
CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS
Use these buttons to select the desired cycle
settings for the selected cycle. The current
settings are shown in the display. Press the
button for that option to view and select
other settings.
NOTE: Pressing the ON/OFF button during
a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load
settings will be lost.
TImE AND STATUS DISPLAY
F
G
CYCLE SELECTOR kNOB
Turn this knob to select the desired cycle.
Once the desired cycle has been selected, the
standard presets will be shown in the display.
On MANUAL DRY cycles, these settings can
be adjusted using the cycle settings buttons
anytime.
The display shows the settings, estimated
time remaining, options, and status
messages for your dryer.
OPTION BUTTONS
The option buttons allow you to select
additional cycle options. Certain buttons
feature a special function (see the following
pages for details) that can be activated by
pressing and holding that option button.
C
START/PAUSE BUTTON
Press this button to START the selected
cycle. If the dryer is running, use this button
to PAUSE the cycle without losing the
current settings.
STEAm FUNCTIONS
H
NOTE: If you do not press the START/PAUSE
button to resume a cycle within 4 minutes,
the dryer automatically turns off.
LG’s steam technology allows you to
inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot
steam to refresh clothes, reduce static,
and make ironing easier. Simply select the
STEAMFRESH™ cycle.
For detailed information about the individual
options, please see the following pages.
mORE TImE/LESS TImE BUTTONS
D
To adjust the drying time, use these buttons with
MANUAL DRY, TIME DRY, and STEAMFRESH™
cycles, as well as the REDUCE STATIC and
EASY IRON options. Press the MORE TIME
button to increase the selected manual cycle
time by a minute; press LESS TIME to decrease
the cycle time by a minute.
25
OPERATING THE DRYER
1
CLEAN THE LINT FILTER
If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out
the filter and remove the lint from the last load. This
will help ensure the fastest and most efficient drying
performance.
2
3
LOAD THE DRYER
Load the dryer with the wet laundry from the washer.
If the load is extra large, you may need to divide it into
smaller loads for proper performance and fabric care.
TURN ON THE DRYER
Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer. The cycle
LEDs will illuminate and a beep will sound, if turned on.
Refer to page 25.
SELECT A CYCLE
4
5
Turn the Cycle Selector Knob either direction until the
LED for the desired cycle is on. The preset temperature,
dry level, and option settings for that cycle will be
shown. Refer to page 27.
SELECT CYCLE mODIFIERS
Default settings for the selected cycle can now be
changed if desired. This can be done using the cycle
modifier buttons as shown on page 30 (temperature, dry
level, and beeper).
NOTE: Not all options or modifiers are available on all
cycles. A different beep will sound and the LED will not
come on if the selection is not allowed.
SELECT CYCLE OPTIONS
6
Cycle options can be added using the option buttons as
shown on pages 31-32 (Reduce Static, Easy Iron, Child
Lock and Wrinkle Care).
NOTE: Not all options or modifiers are available on all
cycles. A different beep will sound and the LED.
BEGIN CYCLE
7
8
Press the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. The
cycle can be paused at any time either by opening the
door or by pressing the START/PAUSE button. If the
cycle is not restarted within 4 minutes, the dryer will
shut off and the cycle settings will be lost.
END OF CYCLE
When the cycle is finished, the chime will sound if it is
set. Remove your clothing from the dryer immediately to
reduce wrinkling. If Wrinkle Care is selected, the dryer
will tumble briefly every few minutes to help prevent
wrinkles from setting in the clothes.
26
CYCLE GUIDE
The cycle guide below shows the options and recommended fabric types for each cycle.
Damp
Dry
Dry
Level
Wrinkle
Care
Time More Time/
in Min. Less Time
Easy
Iron
Reduce
Static
Fabric Type
Type
Temperature
Cycle
MEDIUM HIGH
Adjustable
Comforter, Shirts,
STEAM
20
Off
Off
Trouser (except
FRESHTM
especially delicate fabrics)
STEAM
Comforter, Bedding,
Children’ clothing
HIGH
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SANITARYTM
Very
Dry
Do not use this cycle
with delicate fabrics.
ANTI-
HIGH
70
55
BACTERIAL
Normal Dry
Adjustable
comforters,
Pillows, shirt
BULKY/
BEDDING
MEDIUM
Normal Dry
Adjustable
Normal Dry
Jeans,
heavyweight items
54
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HIGH
LOW
HEAVY DUTY
PERM PRESS
CASUAL
Permanent press,
synthetic items
Adjustable
Normal Dry
Adjustable
Work clothes,
corduroys, etc.
COTTON/
NORMAL
MEDIUM
LOW
41
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Normal Dry
Adjustable
Lingerie, sheets,
blouses
DELICATES
TOWELS
Normal Dry
Adjustable
MEDIUM
HIGH
Denims, towels,
heavy cottons
55
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Sports Wear
SPORTS
WEAR
Off
-
Only Normal &
Normal
SMALL LOAD Cotton/Towels Fabric
HIGH
30
25
30
50
Type (Max 3 lb)
Adjustable
For small loads
with short
drying times
SPEED DRY
HIGH
Off
For items that
NO
HEAT
OFF
require heat-free
AIR DRY
drying such as
Off
Off
plastics or rubber
Wool sweaters,
RACK DRY
ULTRA LOW
LOW
silk, lingerie
Sensor Dry Cycles
manual Dry Cycles
Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG’s unique dual sensor system
to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and
in the air and adjust the drying time as needed to ensure
superior results. The dryer automatically sets the dryness
level and temperature at the recommended setting for
each cycle. The estimated time remaining will
Use Manual Dry cycles to select a specific amount of
drying time and a drying temperature. When a Manual
Dry cycle is selected, the ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING
display shows the actual time remaining in your cycle.
You can change the actual time in the cycle by pressing
MORE TIME or LESS TIME.
be shown in the display.
Certified by NSF
NSF International (formerly the National Sanitation Foundation),
NOTE:
To protect your garments, not every dryness level,
temperature, or option is available with every cycle.
See the Cycle Guide for details.
certifies that ANTI BACTERIAL Cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on
laundry, and none of bacteria will carry over onto the next laundry load.
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Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this
manual for more detailed information. Important Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
personalꢀinjury,ꢀreadꢀthisꢀentireꢀmanual,ꢀincludingꢀtheꢀImportantꢀSafetyꢀInstructions,ꢀbeforeꢀoperatingꢀ
this dryer.
SORTING LOADS
Fabric Care Labels
CHECk THE LINT FILTER
BEFORE EVERY LOAD
Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels
that include instructions for proper care.
Always make sure the lint filter is clean before
starting a new load; a clogged lint filter will
increase drying times.
Fabric Care Labels
To clean, pull the lint filter straight up and roll any
lint off the filter with your fingers. Do not rinse or
wash the filter to remove lint. Push the lint filter
firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning
(Page 35) for more information.
Tumble
dry
Dry
Normal
Permanent Press/
wrinkle resistant
Always ensure the lint filter is properly installed
before running the dryer. Running the dryer with
a loose or missing lint filter may damage the
dryer and articles in the dryer.
Do not dry
(used with
Gentle/
delicate
Do not tumble dry
do not wash)
Heat
setting
High
Medium
Low
No heat/air
Grouping Similar Items
For best results, sort clothes into loads that can
be dried with the same drying cycle.
Different fabrics have different care
requirements, and some fabrics will dry more
quickly than others.
Lint Filter
LOADING THE DRYER
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using this appliance, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Check all pockets to make sure that they are
empty. Items such as clips, pens, coins, and
keys can damage both your dryer and your
clothes. Flammable objects such as lighters
or matches could ignite, causing a fire.
Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion,
or death.
• Never dry clothes that have been exposed to
oil, gasoline, or other flammable substances.
Washing clothes will not completely remove
oil residues. Failure to obey this warning can
result in fire, explosion, or death.
Loading Tips
• Combine large and small items in a load.
• Damp clothes will expand as they dry. Do not
overload the dryer; clothes require room to
tumble dry properly.
• Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to
prevent these items from snagging or tangling
on other clothes.
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THE DISPLAY
The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your
dryer. When the dryer is turned on, the light in the display will illuminate.
C
D
E
G
B
F
A
A
ESTImATED TImE REmAINING
E
CHECk FILTER REmINDER
When the START/PAUSE button is pressed,
the dryer will display the estimated (SENSOR
DRY) or set time (TIME DRY) remaining, and
begin tumbling.
The display will show CHECK FILTER when
the dryer is turned on as a reminder to check
the filter. It turns off when the START/PAUSE
button is pressed.
NOTE: The cycle time on SENSOR
DRY cycles may fluctuate as the dryer
recalculates drying time for optimal results.
F
G
CUSTOm PROGRAm
If you have a special combination of settings
that you use frequently, you can save these
settings as a CUSTOM PROGRAM.
B CYCLE COmPLETION INDICATOR WITH
CHECk FILTER REmINDER
FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCkAGE
SENSING SYSTEm INDICATOR
This portion of the display shows which
stage of the drying cycle is currently
underway (CHECK FILTER, DRY, COOLING,
WRINKLE CARE).
The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing
system detects and alerts you to blockages
in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow
from the dryer. This improve operating
efficiency and help minimize service calls,
saving you money.
C
CHILD LOCk INDICATOR
When CHILD LOCK is set, the Child Lock
indicator will appear and all buttons are
disabled except the ON/OFF button. This
prevents children from changing settings
while the dryer is operating.
D
ADD WATER INDICATOR
If the steam feeder is low on water, this error
may be displayed. Fill the feeder and restart
the cycle.
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CYCLE SETTING BUTTONS
SENSORꢀDRYꢀcyclesꢀhaveꢀpresetꢀsettingsꢀthatꢀareꢀselectedꢀautomatically.
MANUAL DRY cycles have default settings, but you may also customize the settings using the cycle
setting buttons.
Press the appropriate button for that option to view and select other settings.
B
C
D
A
A
C
DRY LEVEL
TImE DRY
Selects the level of dryness for
the cycle. Press the DRY LEVEL
button repeatedly to scroll through
available settings.
Allows you to manually select the
drying time, from 20 to 60 minutes,
in 10-minute increments. Use
this for small loads or to remove
wrinkles. Use the MORE TIME/LESS TIME
buttons to add or reduce the drying time in
1-minute increments.
• This option is only available with SENSOR
DRY cycles.
• The dryer will automatically adjust the cycle
time. Selecting VERY DRY or MORE DRY
will increase the cycle time, while LESS
DRY or DAMP DRY will decrease the cycle
time.
D BEEPER
Adjusts the volume of the end-
of-cycle beeper, or turns off the
beeper.
• Use a LESS DRY or DAMP DRY setting for
items that you wish to iron.
B
TEmP. CONTROL
Adjusts the temperature setting
from ULTRA LOW to HIGH. This
allows precise care of your fabrics
and garments. Press the TEMP.
CONTROL button repeatedly to scroll through
available settings.
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To Install the Drying Rack
CYCLE OPTION BUTTONS
Your dryer features several additional cycle
options to customize cycles to meet your
individual needs. Certain option buttons also
feature a special function that can be activated by
pressing and holding that option button
for 3 seconds.
To Add Cycle Options to a Cycle:
With the dryer door open, slide the rack into
the dryer drum.
1
Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector
knob to select the desired cycle.
1
2
3
Use the cycle settings buttons to adjust the
settings for that cycle.
Press the cycle option button for the option
you would like to add. A confirmation
message will be shown in the display.
Make sure it is seated evenly on the edge
of the inner door rim and resting flat on the
inside of the dryer.
2
Press the START/PAUSE button to start the
cycle. The dryer will start automatically.
4
NOTE: Be sure to remove the drying rack
after using the RACK DRY cycle.
DAmP DRY BEEP
With this option, the dryer
will beep when the load is
approximately 80% dry. This
allows you to remove faster-
drying lightweight items or
items that you would like to
iron or hang while still slightly
damp.
CUSTOm PROGRAm
If you have a special
combination of settings that
you use frequently, you can
save these settings as a
CUSTOM PROGRAM.
WRINkLE CARE
*
NOTE: You may only save one custom program
at a time. Pressing and holding the CUSTOM
PROGRAM button will overwrite any previously
saved custom program.
Selecting this function will
tumble the load periodically
for up to 3 hours after the
selected cycle, or until the
door is opened. This is helpful
in preventing wrinkles when
To Save a Custom Program:
*
Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector
1
you are unable to immediately remove items from
the dryer. Press and hold the DAMP DRY BEEP
button for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate the
WRINKLE CARE function.
knob to select the desired cycle.
Use the cycle setting buttons to adjust the
settings for that cycle.
Press the cycle option button(s) for the option
you would like to add. A confirmation
message will be shown in the display.
2
3
CHILD LOCk
*
Use this option to prevent
unwanted use of the dryer or
to keep cycle settings from
Press and hold the CUSTOM PROGRAM
button for 3 seconds.
4
being changed while the dryer
is operating. Press and hold the
To Recall a Custom Program:
EASY IRON button for 3 seconds
Turn on the dryer.
1
2
3
to activate or deactivate the CHILD LOCK function. The
lock icon will be shown in the display, and all controls are
disabled except the ON/OFF button.
Press the CUSTOM PROGRAM button.
Press the START/PAUSE button to start
the cycle.
NOTE: CHILD LOCK lasts after the end of cycle. If you
want to deactivate this function, Press and hold the EASY
IRON button for 3 seconds.
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STEAm FUNCTIONS
LG’s new steam technology allows you to inject
fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh
clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier.
Simply select the STEAMFRESH™ cycle, or you
can add a steam option to selected cycles.
Using the Steam Options:
This option injects steam late in the
drying cycle to reduce the static
electricity caused by dry fabrics
rubbing together. Change the amount
of time for the cycle by pressing the
MORE TIME or LESS TIME button, depending on
the load (quantity of items). The display will show
the recommended number of items, such as 7, 9,
11, 14, 16, or 18.
Using the STEAmFRESH™ Cycle
STEAMFRESH™ uses the power of steam alone
to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. It
brings new life to wrinkled clothes that have been
stored for an extended time and makes heavily
wrinkled clothes easier to iron. STEAMFRESH™
can also be used to help reduce odors in fabrics.
The EASY IRON option provides
uniform, properly dampened fabrics
for ironing, which can save time
and make ironing easier. Change
the amount of time for the cycle by
NOTES:
• REDUCE STATIC or EASY IRON options can
also be used during the STEAMFRESH™ cycle.
• Depending on the load (quantity of items), you
may change the amount of time for the cycle by
pressing the MORE TIME or LESS TIME button.
pressing the MORE TIME or LESS TIME button,
depending on the load (quantity of items). The
display will show the recommended number of
items, such as 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5.
The display will show 3, 5, or
. 3 means
The REDUCE STATIC and EASY IRON options
can only be used with the PERM PRESS
CASUAL, HEAVY DUTY, BULKY/BEDDING,
COTTON/NORMAL, DELICATES and TOWELS
cycles.
3 or fewer items, 5 is for 4 or 5 items, and
indicates a large load such as a comforter.
To Use the STEAmFRESH™ Cycle:
NOTES:
• When SENSOR DRY is selected with the
REDUCE STATIC option, a DRY LEVEL of LESS
or DAMP cannot be selected.
• The REDUCE STATIC or EASY IRON option
may also be selected during TIME DRY cycles.
• After the Steam option is selected in TIME DRY,
the MORE TIME or LESS TIME buttons will
change the steam time ONLY.
Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector
1
2
3
knob to select the STEAMFRESH™ cycle.
To add an option function, select REDUCE
STATIC, EASY IRON, or WRINKLE CARE.
Depending on the load (quantity of items),
steam time can be changed by pressing the
MORE TIME or LESS TIME buttons.
• After pressing START/PAUSE, the MORE TIME
or LESS TIME buttons will be disabled.
4 Press START/PAUSE button to start the cycle.
Using the STEAmSANITARYTm cycle
To Add STEAm to a Standard Cycle:
New STEAMSANITARYTM cycle is ideal for
sanitizing non washable items quickly and easily
using the power of steam alone. Recommend to
use this cycle for cotton and polyester material.
(Do NOT use for urethane foam, down feathers or
delicates items)
1
Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector
knob to select the desired cycle.
2
Use the cycle setting buttons to adjust the
settings for that cycle.
3 Press the Steam option button for the Steam
option you would like to add. Then adjust for
the load size using the MORE TIME or LESS
TIME buttons.
Press START/PAUSE button to start the cycle.
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STEAm FUNCTIONS (cont.)
To Fill the Steam Feeder
Open the lid.
Fill the steam feeder to MAX with water.
3
1
Water
ONLY
Lid
Steam
Feeder
MAX
Lift out the steam feeder.
Place the steam feeder in the square barrel,
then cover the lid.
2
4
2
1
IMPORTANTꢀNOTESꢀABOUTꢀSTEAMꢀCYCLESꢀ
Before using a Steam Cycle, the steam feeder must be filled with water up to the MAX line. If not, the
ADD WATER light will blink. Make sure that the steam feeder is filled with water and the cartridge is
completely connected. Turn the dryer off then restart the Steam Cycle.
• Only use water. Do not fill the steam feeder with foreign substances, rinse agents, or detergents.
• Before moving the dryer, make sure the steam feeder is empty.
• Do not use distilled water; the water level sensor in the steam generator will not work.
• Be careful while filling the steam feeder to avoid overflow and spilling.
• Wipe up any spilled water around the steam feeder and the drawer before starting the dryer.
wWARNING:
• Do not fill the steam feeder with liquids such as gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances. They give off vapors that could explode.
• Do not fill the steam feeder with hot water (over 86°F/30°C).
• Do not drink water from the steam feeder.
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STEAm FUNCTIONS (cont.)
IMPORTANTꢀNOTESꢀABOUTꢀSTEAMꢀCYCLES:
wWARNING:
• Steam may not be clearly visible during the steam cycle.
• Do not open the dryer door during steam cycle.
Steam can cause severe burns.
This is normal.
• Do not use STEAMFRESH™ with items such as wool,
wool blanket, leather jackets, silk, wet clothes, lingerie,
foam products, or electric blankets.
• Do not fill the steam feeder with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances. They give off vapors
vapors that could explode.
• For best results, load articles of similar size and fabric
type. Do not overload.
• When the filter/duct is clogged, the steam option may
• Do not drink water from the steam feeder.
• Do not fill the steam feeder with hot water (over
86°F/30°C).
• Do not touch the steam nozzle in the drum
during or after the STEAM cycle.
not have optimal results.
• When the steam function is operating,
the drum will stop to allow steam to stay
in the drum.
• The steam feeder must be filled with water up to the
MAX line. Otherwise, an error message will be displayed.
STEAm CYCLE GUIDE
TEMP.
DRY
FABRIC
STATE
MAXIMUM
AMOUNT
DEFAULT TIME
CYCLE
STEAM
FABRIC TYPE
CONTROL LEVEL
Comforter
Bedding
Single (1 each)
3 lbs.
STEAmSANITARYTm
Dry
39 minutes
Children’s clothing
Single (1 each)
5 each
Comforter
Shirts*
20 minutes
Dry
Dry
+
10 minutes
Only reduce
static
STEAmFRESHTm
8 lbs.
(18 Items.)
REDUCE
STATIC
Shirts*
+
EASY
IRON
12 minutes
Dry
Wet
Wet
Wet
Wet
Shirts* (5 each)
BULkY/BEDDING
HEAVY DUTY
PERm PRESS CASUAL
COTTON/NORmAL
DELICATES
+
8 lbs.
(18 Items.)
Follow selected
cycle
REDUCE
STATIC
Follow selected
cycle
+
Follow selected
cycle
EASY
IRON
Shirts* (5 each)
TOWELS
+
8 lbs.
(18 Items.)
Follow selected
temp
REDUCE
STATIC
45 minutes
TImE DRY
+
Follow selected
temp
EASY
IRON
Shirts* (5 each)
47 minutes
27 minutes
+
Sports wear
SPORTS WEAR
EASY
IRON
Wet
*Shirt: 70% cotton/30% poly blend. Avoid especially delicate fabrics.
• When the lint filter or exhaust duct is clogged, steam options will not give proper results.
• For best results, load articles of similar size and fabric type. Do not overload.
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REGULAR CLEANING
wWARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Unplug the dryer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer.
They will damage the finish.
Cleaning the Exterior
Cleaning the Lint Filter
Proper care of your dryer can extend its life.
The outside of the machine can be cleaned with
warm water and a mild, nonabrasive household
detergent.
Lint Filter
Immediately wipe off any spills with a soft,
damp cloth.
IMPORTANT: Do not use methylated spirits,
solvents, or similar products.
Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers; they
can damage the surface.
Cleaning the Interior
Always clean the lint filter after every cycle.
Wipe around the door opening and seal with a
soft, damp cloth to prevent lint and dust buildup
that could damage the door seal.
To clean, open the dryer door and pull the lint
filter straight up. Then:
Clean the window with a soft cloth dampened
with warm water and a mild, nonabrasive
household detergent; then wipe dry.
1
Roll any lint off the filter with
your fingers, or
The stainless steel drum can be cleaned with
a conventional stainless steel cleaner, used
according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers; they
can scratch or damage the surface.
2
Vacuum the lint filter, or
Cleaning Around and Under the Dryer
Vacuum lint and dust from around the dryer and
underneath it regularly. Vent ductwork should be
checked for lint buildup and cleaned at least once
per year. If any noticeable reduction in airflow or
drying performance occurs, immediately check
ductwork for obstructions and blockages.
3 Wash the lint filter in warm,
soapy water and allow to dry
thoroughly before reinstalling.
maintaining Ductwork
Vent ductwork should be checked for lint
buildup and cleaned at least once per year. If
any noticeable reduction in airflow or drying
performance occurs, immediately check ductwork
for obstructions and blockages. Contact a
qualified technician or service provider.
NOTE: NEVER operate the dryer without the lint
filter in place.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Your dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an
early stage. If your dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before
you call for service.
Problem
Possible Causes
Solutions
• Make sure that the plug is plugged securely into a
grounded outlet matching the dryer’s rating plate.
Dryer will not
turn on
• Power cord is not properly
plugged in.
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload,
have it corrected by a qualified electrician.
• House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker has tripped, or
power outage has occurred.
Dryer does not heat
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not
increase fuse capacity. If the problem is a
circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified
electrician.
• House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker has tripped, or
power outage has occurred.
• Confirm that the house gas shutoff and the dryer
gas shutoff are both fully open.
• Gas supply or service turned
off (gas models only).
Greasy or dirty spots
on clothes
• Confirm and follow the instructions provided with
your fabric softener.
• Fabric softener used
incorrectly.
• Make sure to use your dryer to dry only clean
items, because dirty items can soil clean clothes
placed in the same or subsequent loads.
• Clean and dirty clothes being
dried together.
• Stains on dried clothes are actually stains that
weren’t removed during the washing process.
Make sure that clothes are being completely
cleaned according to the instructions for your
washer and detergent.
• Clean and dirty clothes being
dried together.
Display shows error
code tE1 or tE2
• Turn off the dryer and call for service.
• Thermistor is malfunctioning.
Lint on clothes
• Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every
load. With some loads that produce high amounts
of lint, it may be necessary to clean the filter
during the cycle.
• Lint filter not cleaned
properly.
• Some fabrics are lint producers (i.e., a fuzzy white
cotton towel) and should be dried separately from
clothes that are lint trappers (i.e., a pair of black
linen pants).
• Laundry not sorted properly.
• See the Excess static in clothes after drying
• Excess static in clothes.
• Dryer is overloaded.
section below.
• Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
• Check pockets thoroughly before washing and
drying clothes.
• Tissue, paper, etc., left
in pockets.
Excess static in
clothes after drying
• Use a fabric softener to reduce static electricity.
Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Fabric softener not used or
used incorrectly.
• Overdrying a load of laundry can cause a buildup
of static electricity. Adjust settings and use a
shorter drying time, or use SENSOR DRY cycles.
• Clothes dried too long
(overdried).
• These materials can cause static buildup. Try
using a fabric softener.
• Drying synthetics, permanent
press, or synthetic blends.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)
Problem
Possible Causes
Solutions
• The drying time for a load will vary depending 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 the
exhaust ducts and lint filter.
Drying time is not
consistent
• Heat settings, load size, or
dampness of clothing is not
consistent.
• Separate heavy items from lightweight items. Larger
Clothes take too
long to dry
• Load is not properly sorted.
• Large load of heavy fabrics.
and heavier items take longer to dry.
• Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend
to retain more moisture. To help reduce and maintain
more consistent drying times for large and heavy
fabrics, separate these items into smaller loads of
a consistent size.
• Use the appropriate control settings for the type of
load you are drying.
• Dryer controls are not set
properly.
• Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every load.
With some loads that produce high amounts of lint, it
may be necessary to clean the filter during the cycle.
• Lint filter needs to be
cleaned.
• Confirm that the exhaust ductwork is properly
configured and free of debris, lint, and obstructions.
Make sure that outside wall dampers can open
properly and are not blocked, jammed, or damaged.
• Exhaust ducts blocked, dirty,
or duct run is too long.
• Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have
it corrected by a qualified electrician.
• House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker has tripped, or
power outage has occurred.
• Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
• Dryer is overloaded.
• Dryer is underloaded.
• If you are drying a very small load, add a few extra
items to ensure proper tumbling action.
• Overdrying a load of laundry can lead to wrinkled
clothes. Try a shorter drying time, and remove items
while they still retain a slight amount of moisture.
Clothes are wrinkled • Clothes dried too long
(overdried).
• Remove items from the dryer immediately at the end of
the cycle. Use the WRINKLE CARE option to continue
tumbling clothes at the end of the cycle, for up to 3 hours.
• Clothes left in dryer too long
after cycle ends.
• To avoid shrinkage, please carefully follow the fabric
care instructions for your garment, because some
fabrics will naturally shrink when washed. Other fabrics
can be washed but will shrink when dried in a dryer. Use
a low or no heat setting and/or the RACK DRY option.
Clothes are shrinking • Garment care instructions
are not being followed.
• Check steam feeder drawer:
ADD WATER
• Water supply error.
indicator light is on
during the drying
cycle and beep
(1) Make sure steam feeder is filled with water to
MAX line.
(2) Make sure steam feeder is seated properly and
drawer is fully closed.
(3) Turn the dryer off then restart the Steam cycle.
• Do not use distilled water; the water level sensor
in steam generator will not work.
• Pump not working. Unplug dryer and call for service.
Water drips from
nozzleꢀwhenꢀSteamꢀ
Cycle starts.
• This is steam condensation. The dripping water
will stop after a short time.
• This is normal.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (cont.)
Problem
Possible Causes
• Water level error.
Solutions
• Unplug dryer and call for service.
Steamꢀdoesn’tꢀ
generate but no error
code is shown.
• Too many or too different
types of garments in dryer.
Garments still
wrinkled after
STEAMFRESH™.
• Small loads of 1 to 5 items work best.
• Load fewer garments. Load similar-type garments.
• Use an iron to make creases.
• The function of this cycle
is to remove wrinkles from
fabric.
There are no creases
left on garment after
STEAMFRESH™.
Garments have
static after REDUCE
STATIC.
• Depends on individual moisture level in skin.
• This is normal.
Garments are too
damp or too dry after
REDUCEꢀSTATIC.
• Select load weight manually before starting
REDUCE STATIC option.
• Correct drying options not
selected.
Garments are not
uniformly damp after
EASYꢀIRON.
• Depends on the amount or type of garments.
• This is normal.
• This is steam condensation on door surface.
• This is normal.
• This is normal.
• This is normal.
• This is normal.
Water drips from door
duringꢀSteamꢀCycle.
• Steam vapor is difficult to see when the door is
Steamꢀisꢀnotꢀvisibleꢀ
duringꢀSteamꢀCycle.
closed.
Drum does not turn
• The drum is turned off so that the steam vapor
duringꢀSteamꢀCycle.
remains in the drum.
Cannot see steam
vapor at the
• Steam is released at different stages of the cycle
for each option.
beginning of cycle.
The display shows.
• Pressing the MORE TIME button several times will
• MORE TIME button pressed.
set the cycle for a large load such as a comforter.
• STEAMFRESH™ did not
remove odor completely.
Odors remain in
clothing after
• Fabrics containing strong odors should be
washed in a normal cycle.
STEAMFRESH™.
• Install a shorter or straighter duct run. See the
• Ductwork is too long or has
FLOWꢀSENSEꢀ
indicator light is on
during the drying
cycle
Installation Instructions.
too many turns/restrictions.
• Ductwork should be checked/cleaned soon.
Dryer can be used in this condition, but drying times
may be longer.
• Significant blockage of the
ductwork due to lint buildup
or debris.
kEY DImENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
The appearance and specifications listed in this guide may vary due to constant product improvements.
Dryer Models DLEX5101W, DLGX5102W , DLEX5101V, DLGX5102V
Description
STEAM DRYER
Electrical Requirements*
Gas Requirements*
Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information.
NG: 10–13 inches WC/LP: 10–13 inches WC (Gas Models only)
15
7
1
”
”
”
”
27 (W) X 28 ⁄16 (D) X 45 ⁄16 (H), 50 ⁄4 (D with door open)
Dimensions
Net Weight
68.6 cm (W) X 73.4 cm (D) X 115.3 cm (H), 127.5 cm (D with door open)
133.2 lb (60.4 kg)
Drying Capacity
- Normal Cycle
IEC 7.3 cu.ft. (22.5 lb/10.2 kg)
*Refer to the rating plate on your dryer.
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LGꢀELECTRONICS,ꢀINC.
LGꢀDRYERꢀLIMITEDꢀWARRANTYꢀ-ꢀUSA
Your LG Dryer will be will repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under
normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) set forth below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of
original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and
effective only when used in the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories.
WARRANTY PERIOD:
HOWꢀSERVICEꢀISꢀHANDLED:
In-HomeꢀService:
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
PARTS: One Year from the Date of Purchase.
Please retain dealer’s dated bill of sale or delivery
ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for proof of
warranty, and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the
service person at the time warranty service is provided.
Replacement Units and Repair Parts may be new or
remanufactured.
Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted for the
remaining portion of the original unit’s warranty period.
Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the
appropriate option to locate your nearest LG
AuthorizedꢀServiceꢀCenter.
THISꢀWARRANTYꢀISꢀINꢀLIEUꢀOFꢀANYꢀOTHERꢀWARRANTY,ꢀEXPRESSꢀORꢀIMPLIED,ꢀINCLUDINGꢀWITHOUTꢀLIMITATION,ꢀ
ANYꢀWARRANTYꢀOFꢀMERCHANTABILITYꢀORꢀFITNESSꢀFORꢀAꢀPARTICULARꢀPURPOSE.ꢀTOꢀTHEꢀEXTENTꢀANYꢀIMPLIEDꢀ
WARRANTYꢀISꢀREQUIREDꢀBYꢀLAW,ꢀITꢀISꢀLIMITEDꢀINꢀDURATIONꢀTOꢀTHEꢀEXPRESSꢀWARRANTYꢀPERIODꢀABOVE.ꢀ
NEITHERꢀTHEꢀMANUFACTURERꢀNORꢀITSꢀU.S.ꢀDISTRIBUTORꢀSHALLꢀBEꢀLIABLEꢀFORꢀANYꢀINCIDENTAL,ꢀCONSEQUENTIAL,ꢀ
INDIRECT,ꢀSPECIAL,ꢀORꢀPUNITIVEꢀDAMAGESꢀOFꢀANYꢀNATURE,ꢀINCLUDINGꢀWITHOUTꢀLIMITATION,ꢀLOSTꢀREVENUESꢀORꢀ
PROFITS,ꢀORꢀANYꢀOTHERꢀDAMAGEꢀWHETHERꢀBASEDꢀINꢀCONTRACT,ꢀTORT,ꢀORꢀOTHERWISE. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary
from state to state.
THISꢀLIMITEDꢀWARRANTYꢀDOESꢀNOTꢀAPPLYꢀTO:
• Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, or
correction of unauthorized repairs.
• Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the
requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized
modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.
CUSTOMERꢀINTERACTIVEꢀCENTERꢀNUMBERS
Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per
year), and select the appropriate option from the menu.
To obtain Customer Assistance, Product
Information,ꢀorꢀDealerꢀorꢀAuthorizedꢀServiceꢀ
Center location:
Product Registration Information
Model:
TOꢀCONTACTꢀLGꢀELECTRONICSꢀ
BY MAIL:
LG Customer Interactive Center
P. O. Box 240007
SerialꢀNumber:
201 James Record Road
Huntsville, Alabama 35824
ATTN: CIC
Date of Purchase:
The model and serial number can be located on the rating
plate inside the front door.
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LGꢀELECTRONICSꢀCANADA,ꢀINC.
LG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY - Canada
WARRANTY: Should your LG Dryer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the
warranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail pur-
chase. This warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only to a Product distributed in Canada by
LG Canada or an authorized Canadian distributor thereof. The warranty only applies to Products located and used within Canada.
WARRANTY PERIOD: (Note: If the original date of purchase can not be verified, the warranty will begin
sixty (60) days from the date of manufacture).
Extended Component Warranty (Parts Only)
(Consumer will be charged for Labor after one (1) year from
the date of purchase)
Dryer
Five (5) years from the date
of original retail purchase
One (1) year from the date of original
retail purchase
Three (3) years from the date
of original retail purchase
Parts and Labor
(internal/functional parts only)
Controller
Drum Tub
• Replacement products and parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days, whichever is greater.
• Replacement products and parts may be new or remanufactured.
• LG Authorized Service Center warranties their repair work for thirty (30) days.
LGꢀCANADA’SꢀSOLEꢀLIABILITYꢀISꢀLIMITEDꢀTOꢀTHEꢀWARRANTYꢀSETꢀOUTꢀABOVE.ꢀEXCEPTꢀASꢀEXPRESSLYꢀPROVIDEDꢀABOVE,ꢀLGꢀCANADAꢀ
MAKESꢀNOꢀANDꢀHEREBYꢀDISCLAIMSꢀALLꢀOTHERꢀWARRANTIESꢀANDꢀCONDITIONSꢀRESPECTINGꢀTHEꢀPRODUCT,ꢀWHETHERꢀEXPRESSꢀORꢀ
IMPLIED,ꢀINCLUDING,ꢀBUTꢀNOTꢀLIMITEDꢀTO,ꢀANYꢀIMPLIEDꢀWARRANTYꢀORꢀCONDITIONꢀOFꢀMERCHANTABILITYꢀORꢀFITNESSꢀFORꢀAꢀPAR-
TICULARꢀPURPOSE,ꢀANDꢀNOꢀREPRESENTATIONSꢀSHALLꢀBEꢀBINDINGꢀONꢀLGꢀCANADA.ꢀLGꢀCANADAꢀDOESꢀNOTꢀAUTHORIZEꢀANYꢀ
PERSONꢀTOꢀCREATEꢀORꢀASSUMEꢀFORꢀITꢀANYꢀOTHERꢀWARRANTYꢀOBLIGATIONꢀORꢀLIABILITYꢀINꢀCONNECTIONꢀWITHꢀTHEꢀPRODUCT.ꢀTOꢀ
THEꢀEXTENTꢀTHATꢀANYꢀWARRANTYꢀORꢀCONDITIONꢀISꢀIMPLIEDꢀBYꢀLAW,ꢀITꢀISꢀLIMITEDꢀTOꢀTHEꢀEXPRESSꢀWARRANTYꢀPERIODꢀABOVE.ꢀ
LGꢀCANADA,ꢀTHEꢀMANUFACTURERꢀORꢀDISTRIBUTORꢀSHALLꢀNOTꢀBEꢀLIABLEꢀFORꢀANYꢀINCIDENTAL,ꢀCONSEQUENTIAL,ꢀSPECIAL,ꢀDIRECTꢀ
ORꢀINDIRECTꢀDAMAGES,ꢀLOSSꢀOFꢀGOODWILL,ꢀLOSTꢀPROFITS,ꢀPUNITIVEꢀORꢀEXEMPLARYꢀDAMAGESꢀORꢀANYꢀOTHERꢀDAMAGE,ꢀWHETHERꢀ
ARISINGꢀDIRECTLYꢀORꢀINDIRECTLYꢀFROMꢀANYꢀCONTRACTUALꢀBREACH,ꢀFUNDAMENTALꢀORꢀOTHERWISE,ꢀORꢀFROMꢀANYꢀACTSꢀORꢀ
OMISSIONS,ꢀTORT,ꢀORꢀOTHERWISE.ꢀ
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which may vary from province to province depending on applicable provincial
laws. Any term of this warranty that negates or varies any implied condition or warranty under provincial law is severable where it conflicts with
provincial law without affecting the remainder of this warranty’s terms.
THISꢀLIMITEDꢀWARRANTYꢀDOESꢀNOTꢀCOVER:
1. Service trips to deliver, pick up, or install the product; instructing a customer on operation of the product; repair or replacement of fuses or
correction of wiring , or correction of unauthorized repairs/installation.
2. Failure of the product to perform during power failures and interruptions or inadequate electrical service.
3. Damage caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply or inadequate
supply of air.
4. Damage resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product owner’s manual.
5. Damage to the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, or acts of God.
6. Damage resulting from the misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance of the Product. Improper repair includes use of parts not
approved or specified by LG Canada.
7. Damage or product failure caused by unauthorized modification or alteration, or use for other than its intended purpose, or resulting from any water
leakage
due to improper installation.
8. Damage or Product failure caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, commercial or industrial use, or use of accessories, components, or
cleaning products that are not approved by LG Canada.
9. Damage caused by transportation and handling, including scratches, dents, chips, and/or other damage to the finish of your product, unless such
damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported within one (1) week of delivery.
10. Damage or missing items to any display, open box, discounted, or refurbished Product.
11. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined. Model and Serial numbers, along with
original retail sales receipt, are required for warranty validation.
12. Increases in utility costs and additional utility expenses. Replacement of light bulbs, filters, or any consumable parts. Repairs when your Product
is used in other than normal and usual household use (including, without limitation, commercial use, in offices or recreational facilities) or contrary
to the instructions outlined in the Product owner’s manual.
15. Costs associated with removal of the Product from your home for repairs.
16.The removal and reinstallation of the Product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation
instructions, including the Product owner’s and installation manuals.
17. Accessories to the Product such as door bins, drawers, handles, shelves, etc.. Also excluded are parts besides those that were originally included
with the Product.
All costs associated with the above excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.
Write your warranty information below:
Product Registration Information:
For complete warranty details and customer
assistance, please call or visit our website:
Call 1-888-542-2623 (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)
and select the appropriate option from the menu, or
Model:
SerialꢀNumber:
Date of Purchase:
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This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the
“factory default (Home Use)” setting.
LG Customer Information Center
Changing the factory default settings or enabling other
features may increase power consumption that could
exceed the limits necessary to quality for ENERGY STAR.
USA
1-800-243-0000
CANADA
1-888-542-2623
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