LG DLG7001W/00 DRYER Owner's Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
DRYER
Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for
reference at all times.
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
DLE7100*
DLG7101*
DLE7150*
DLG7151*
DLE7000*
DLG7001*
MFL67652515
Rev.11_120320
www.lg.com
Copyright © 2018 - 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
35 SMART FUNCTIONS
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35
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
8 PRODUCT FEATURES
36 MAINTENANCE
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9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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9
Parts
Accessories
10 INSTALLATION
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16
18
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Installation Overview
Product Specifications
Installation Location Requirements
Clearances
Leveling the Dryer
Reversing the Door
Installing the Side Vent Kit
Venting the Dryer
Connecting Gas Dryers
Connecting Electric Dryers
Final Installation Check
Installation Test (Duct Check)
27 OPERATION
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Using the Dryer
Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load
Sorting Loads
Loading the Dryer
Control Panel
Cycle Guide
Cycle Settings and Options
LG ThinQ Application
Smart Diagnosis™ Feature
Regular Cleaning
37 TROUBLESHOOTING
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FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
User Support Videos
Before Calling for Service
45 WARRANTY (USA)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Safety for a Dryer
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury,
death or property damage.
Do not install a booster fan in the exhaust duct.
Install all clothes dryer in accordance with the installation instructions of
the manufacturer of dryer.
WARNING:
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury,
death or property damage.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
- Do not try to light any appliance.
- ‌Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
- Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
- ‌Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
• Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or your gas supplier.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE
Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and
local codes.
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
• Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If
flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type
identified by the appliance manufacturer 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.
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation
instructions.
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, WARNING, or
CAUTION.
These words mean:
DANGER -You will be killed or seriously injured if you do not immediately follow instructions.
WARNING -You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow
CAUTION -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 may happen if the instructions are not followed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
Installation
•• Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,
dust, and dirt.
•• Do not install or store this appliance where it will be
exposed to the weather.
•• 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.
•• Properly ground the dryer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow the details
in the installation instructions. Electric shock may result
if the dryer is not properly grounded.
•• Before use, the dryer must be properly installed as
described in this manual. Electric shock may result if
the dryer is not properly grounded.
•• Install and store the dryer where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.
•• All repairs and servicing must be performed by
authorized service personnel unless specifically
recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only
authorized factory parts. Failure to follow this warning
may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
•• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install
the dryer in humid spaces. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock,
or death.
•• Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized
power circuit to avoid electrical overload. Improper
power circuits may melt, creating electric shock and/or
fire hazard.
•• Remove all packing items and dispose of all
shipping materials properly. Failure to do so may
result in burns, fire, explosion, or death.
•• Place the dryer at least 18 inches (45.7 cm) above
the floor for a garage installation. Failure to do so
may result in burns, fire, explosion, or death.
•• Keep all packaging from children. Packaging material
can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of
suffocation.
•• Do not install near another heat source such as a
stove, oven or heater. Failure to follow this warning
may result in product deformation, smoke, or fire.
•• Do not place candles, smoking materials, or other
flammables on top of the product. Dripping wax, smoke,
or fire may result.
•• Remove all protective vinyl film from the product.
Failure to do so may result in product damage, smoke,
or fire.
•• Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside.
Failure to follow these instructions may 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 may create a health and
fire hazard.
•• Use only rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal 4-inch
(10.2 cm) diameter duct inside the dryer cabinet or
for exhausting to the outside. Use of plastic or other
combustible ductwork may cause a fire. Punctured
ductwork may cause a fire if it collapses or becomes
otherwise restricted in use or during installation.
•• 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 may 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 old ducts before installing your new dryer.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or
death.
•• Rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ducting is
recommended for use between the dryer and the
wall. All non-rigid metal transition duct must be
UL-listed. Use of other materials for transition
duct could affect drying time. Failure to follow these
instructions may 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 of the exhaust system. Secure
all joints with duct tape. For complete details, follow
the Installation Instructions. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in fire or death.
•• Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded
and may present a risk of electronic shock only
during servicing.
Service personnel - do not contact the following
parts while the appliance is energized: CONTROL
BOARD
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Operation
•• Read all instructions before using the appliance.
•• 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.
•• Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is
moving.
•• Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary when
the appliance is used near children.
•• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
static unless recommended by the manufacturer of
the fabric softener or product.
•• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam
rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
•• Do not tamper with controls.
•• Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign
objects. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in fire or death.
•• Do not store plastic, paper, or clothing that may
burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire
or death.
•• Be careful when opening and closing the door.
Fingers and hands can get caught in the door and
cause injury if the door drops forward unexpectedly.
•• Do not place heavy items on or lean against the
top of the door when it is open.
•
• Do not attempt to pull the hamper door open
more than 40 degrees. The dryer could tip
forward, causing injury or damage.
•• Do not place items on the top of the dryer.
•• Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.
•• Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four
potentially hazardous 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.
•• 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.
To reduce the risk of fire due to contaminated loads,
the final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without
heat (cool down period). Avoid stopping a tumble
dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all
items are quickly removed and spread out so that
the heat is dissipated.
•• Do not let children or pets climb inside the dryer
drum.
•• Do not put living animals such as pets inside the
product.
•• Do not put any part of your body, such as your
hands or feet, or metal objects under the product.
•
• Do not let your hand get pinched when opening or
closing the dryer door.
Steam (steam model):
•• Do not open the dryer door during steam
cycles. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in a burn hazard.
•• 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 may result in fire or death.
•• Do not fill the steam feeder with gasoline,
dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in fire or death.
•• Do not touch the steam nozzle in the drum
during or after the steam cycles. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in a burn hazard.
•• Do not fill the steam feeder with hot water (over
86 °F/30 °C). Failure to follow these instructions
may result in a burn hazard.
Maintenance
•• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance
or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user maintenance instructions
or in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
•• Clean the lint filter before or after each load.
•• The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct
should be cleaned periodically by qualified service
personnel.
•• Before the appliance is removed from service
or discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
•• Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded
and may present a risk of electronic shock only
during servicing.
Service personnel - do not contact the following
parts while the appliance is energized: CONTROL
BOARD
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor may result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt that the appliance is properly
grounded.
•• 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. 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. Electric shock may result if the
dryer is not properly grounded.
•• 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 can cause
a fire hazard from overheated wires.
•• Never unplug the dryer by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet. The power cord may
be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire and electric
shock.
•• 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 may melt, creating electric
shock and/or fire hazard.
•• When installing or moving the dryer, be careful
not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord.
This will prevent injury and damage to the dryer
from fire and electric shock.
•• 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.
•• For personal safety, this dryer must be properly
grounded. Failure to do so may result in electric
shock or injury.
•• Refer to the installation instructions in this
manual for specific electrical requirements for
your model. Failure to follow these instructions
may create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire
hazard.
•• This dryer must be plugged into a properly
grounded outlet. Electrical shock may 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
may create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire
hazard.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
PRODUCT FEATURES
Easy-to-Use Control Panel
An entire selection of user-friendly functions make operating the dryer easy.
Easy-Access Reversible Door
The wide-opening door provides easy access for loading and unloading. The door hinge can be reversed to adjust for
installation location.
Flow SenseTM Duct Blockage Sensing System Indicator
D
The Flow SenseTM duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to restrictions in the installed household ductwork
that reduce exhaust airflow through the dryer. If you see the alert: Clean or repair the ducts to remove the restrictions. Keep
your ducts free of blockage to help increase efficiency and reduce long drying times caused by blocked ducts.
Smart Diagnosis™
ES
IGN
D
C
Should you experience any technical difficulty with your dryer, it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone
to the Customer Information Center. The call center agent records the data transmitted from your machine and Euses it to D
RTIFIE
analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis.
ES
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ER
IGN
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D
Proto
Sanit
Resid
Protocol P154
Sanitization Perform
Residential Clothes
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Parts
Control
panel
Leveling
feet
Reversible
door
Lint filter
Terminal block
access panel
(electric models)
Gas connection
location
(gas models)
Power cord
location
(gas models)
Water inlet valve
(on some models)
Exhaust duct
outlet
Accessories
Optional Accessories
Drying rack
(sold separately)
No. 3750EL0001C
Side vent kit
(sold separately)
Kit No. 383EEL9001B
NOTE
•• Visit www.lg.com to purchase accessories.
•• Contact LG Customer Service at 1-800-243-0000 (1-888-542-2623 in Canada) if any accessories are
missing.
•• For your safety and for extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not
responsible for product malfunction or accidents caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized
components or parts.
•• The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject
to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes.
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10 INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another
location.
Check and choose
the proper location
Level the dryer
Connect gas dryers
Connect electric dryers
Installation test
Vent the dryer
Gas dryer
Electric dryer
Plug in the power cord
Test run
Product Specifications
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.
Dryer Models
DLE7100*, DLG7101*, DLE7150*, DLG7151*, DLE7000*, DLG7001*
Electrical requirements
Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information.
Gas requirements
Dimensions
Net weight
Drying capacity
- Normal cycle
NG: 4–10.5-inch WC
LP: 8–13-inch WC
27” (W) X 29 1/2” (D) X 44 1/4” (H), 50 1/4” (D with door open)
68.6 cm (W) X 75.0 cm (D) X 112.3 cm (H), 127.5 cm (D with door open)
Gas dryer : 118.6 lb (53.8 Kg)
Electric dryer : 114.9 lb (52.1 Kg)
IEC 7.3 cu.ft. (22.5 lb/10.2 kg)
NOTE
Model numbers can be found on the cabinet inside the door.
INSTALLATION 11
Installation Location Requirements
WARNING
Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating the dryer! It is important that you
review this entire manual before installing and using the dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical
connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are provided on the following pages.
The installation requires:
•• A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See
Venting the Dryer.
•• A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See Connecting Electric
Dryers .
•• A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200 lb (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
•• No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.
Do not operate the dryer at temperatures below 45 °F (7 °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, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building
inspector.
NOTE
•• The floor must be level, with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm) under the entire dryer.
Clothes may not tumble properly, and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not
level.
•• For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. The
standard pedestal is 15 inches (38.1 cm). You will need 18 inches (46 cm) from the garage floor to the
bottom of the dryer.
Clearances
Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet Installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. This dryer has been tested for clearances of
1 inch (2.5 cm) on the sides and rear. Recommended clearances should be considered for the following reasons:
•• Additional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.
•• Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings.
•• Additional clearances 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.
•• Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
12 INSTALLATION
Closet Ventilation Requirements
Closets with doors must have both an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in the closet.
One upper vent opening with a minimum opening of 48 sq. in. (310 cm2) must be installed no lower than 6 feet
above the floor. One lower vent opening with a minimum opening of 24 sq. in. (155 cm2) must be installed no
more than one foot above the floor. Install vent grills in the door or cut down the door at the top and bottom to
form openings. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are also acceptable.
NOTE
There should be at least a little space around the dryer (or any other appliance) to eliminate the transfer of
vibration from one appliance to another. If there is enough vibration, it could cause appliances to make noise
or come into contact, causing paint damage and further increasing noise.
Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet
3"
(7.6 cm)
21 1/4"
(54 cm)
48 in.2
(310 cm2)
14" max.*
(35.6 cm)
18" min.
(45.7 cm)
24 in.2
(155 cm2)
3"
(7.6 cm)
29 1/2"
(75.0 cm)
50 1/4"
(127.5 cm)
Closet Door Vent
Requirements
1"
(2.5 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
* Required spacing
Installation Spacing for Cabinet
For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required.
* Required spacing
7"* (17.8 cm)
7"* (17.8 cm)
5"*
(12.7 cm)
29 1/2"
(75.0 cm)
1"*
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
INSTALLATION 13
Leveling the Dryer
2
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere
to all industry recommended safety procedures
including the use of long-sleeved gloves and
safety glasses. Failure to follow this warning may
result in serious injury or death.
Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling
feet. Unscrew the legs to raise the dryer or
screw in the legs to lower it. Raise or lower with
the leveling feet until the dryer is level from side
to side and front to back. Make sure that all four
leveling feet are in firm contact with the floor.
•• The appliance is heavy. Two or more people
are required when installing the dryer. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious injury
or death.
•• 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 perfectly level, solid surface.
NOTE
Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary
to level the dryer. Extending the leveling feet more
than necessary may cause the dryer to vibrate.
1
Position the dryer in the final location. Check
levelness of dryer from side to side. Repeat from
front to back.
Place level here
Place level here
Not Level
Level
Not Level
If you are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal,
you must use the leveling feet on the pedestal to level the
dryer. The dryer leveling feet should be fully retracted.
14 INSTALLATION
Reversing the Door
4
WARNING
THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND
HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below
can result in damage to the dryer, property
damage or injury to persons.
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.
Hinge
assembly
•• To avoid damage to the dryer or the door,
support the door with a stool or box that fits
under the door, or have an assistant support
the weight of the door.
•• Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to the
door or the floor.
1
Cover cap
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.
6
Reinstall the door with the screws from steps 1,2.
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.
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.
Hole cap
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.
Hinge screw
3
With the door on a protected surface, remove all
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.
Inner door
frame
Latch hook
Swing Door
INSTALLATION 15
Installing the Side Vent Kit
3
WARNING
•• Use a heavy metal vent.
•• Do not use plastic or thin foil ducts.
•• Clean old ducts before installing this dryer.
•• To reduce the risk of injury to persons, 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, injury
to persons, or death.
Preassemble a 4-inch (10.2 cm) elbow to the
next 4-inch (10.2 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 it 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 the cover plate to the back of the dryer
with the included screw.
Cover
Plate
The 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).
An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be
purchased from an LG retailer. This kit contains the
necessary duct components to change the dryer vent
location.
1
Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw.
Pull out the exhaust duct.
Elbow
1½"
(3.8 cm)
Option 2: Bottom Venting
2
Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing
and secure it to the base of the dryer as shown.
Adapter
Duct
Retaining Screw
Bracket
Rear Exhaust
Duct
Option 1: Side Venting
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.
Adapter
Duct
3
Insert the 4-inch (10.2 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 the hole in the bottom of the
dryer. Secure it in place with duct tape. Attach
the cover plate to the back of the dryer with the
included screw.
Cover
Plate
Elbow
Bracket
Knockout
16 INSTALLATION
Venting the Dryer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric
shock, property damage, injury to persons or
death when using this appliance, follow basic
safety precautions, including the following:
•• Do not crush or collapse ductwork. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
•• Do not allow ductwork to rest on or contact
sharp objects. Failure to follow these instructions
may 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 may result in fire
or death.
•• Venting must conform to local building codes.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire
or death.
•• Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire
or death.
•• Use only 4-inch (10.2 cm) rigid, semi-rigid or
flexible metal ductwork inside the dryer cabinet
and for venting outside. Failure to follow these
instructions may 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 may result in fire or death.
•• To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust the
dryer with plastic or thin foil ducting. Failure to
follow these instructions may 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
may result in fire or death.
•• Rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ducting is
recommended for use between the dryer and
the wall. All non-rigid metal transition duct
must be UL-listed. Use of other materials for
transition duct could affect drying time. Failure
to follow these instructions may 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 of
the exhaust system. Secure all joints with duct
tape. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in fire or death.
•• Do not exceed the recommended duct length
limitations noted in the chart. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in extended drying
times, fire or death.
•• Ductwork is not provided with the dryer. You
should obtain the necessary ductwork locally.
The vent hood should have hinged dampers to
prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire
or death.
•• The total length of flexible metal duct must not
exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m).
•• In Canada, only those foil-type flexible ducts,
if any, specifically identified for use with the
appliance by the manufacturer should be used.
In the United States, 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, should be used.
Ductwork
Wall Cap Type
Number
of 90°
Elbows
Maximum length
of 4-inch (10.2 cm)
diameter rigid metal
duct
Recommended
0
65 ft.(19.8 m)
1
55 ft.(16.8 m)
2
47 ft.(14.3 m)
3
36 ft.(11.0 m)
4
28 ft.(8.5 m)
0
55 ft.(16.8 m)
1
47 ft.(14.3 m)
2
41 ft.(12.5 m)
3
30 ft.(9.1 m)
4
22 ft.(6.7 m)
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. Do
not use more than four 90° elbows.
INSTALLATION 17
Routing And Connecting Ductwork
NOTE
Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying
performance and reduce lint buildup and
condensation in the ductwork. Ductwork and
fittings are NOT included and must be purchased
separately.
•• Use 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid, semi-rigid
or flexible 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.
•• Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated
areas in order to reduce condensation and lint
buildup on duct surfaces.
•• Incorrect or inadequate exhaust systems
are not covered by the dryer warranty. Dryer
failures or service required because of such
exhaust systems will not be covered by the
dryer warranty.
Correct Venting
Incorrect Venting
18 INSTALLATION
Connecting Gas Dryers
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric
shock, property damage, injury to persons, or
death when using this appliance, follow basic
safety precautions.
Gas Supply Requirements
•• Use only a new AGA- or CSA-certified gas
supply line (in compliance with the Standard
for Connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI
Z21.24 • CSA 6.10) with flexible stainless steel
connectors.
•• Securely tighten all gas connections. Failure to
do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
•• Use Teflon tape or a pipe-joint compound
that is insoluble in propane (LP) gas on all
pipe threads. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
•• As shipped from the factory, this dryer is
configured for use with natural gas (NG). It can
be converted for use with propane (LP) gas.
Gas pressure must not exceed 8 inches
(20.3 cm) of water column for NG, or 13 inches
(33 cm) of water column for LP.
•• DO NOT attempt any disassembly of the dryer;
disassembly requires the attention and tools of
an authorized and qualified service technician
or company. Failure to follow this warning may
result in fire, explosion, or death.
•• A qualified service or gas company technician
must connect the dryer to the gas service.
Failure to follow these instructions may result
in fire, explosion, or death.
Electrical Requirements for Gas
Models Only
•• Isolate the dryer from the gas supply system
by closing its individual manual shutoff valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply at
pressures greater than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
•• Supply line requirements: Your laundry room
must have a rigid gas supply line to the dryer.
In the United States, an individual manual
shutoff valve MUST be installed within at least
6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer, in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 or
Canadian gas installation code CSA B149.1.
A 1/8-inch (0.3 cm) NPT pipe plug must be
installed. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
•• If using a rigid pipe, the rigid pipe should be
½ inch IPS. If acceptable under local codes and
ordinances and when acceptable to your gas
supplier, 3/8-inch (1 cm) 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 may result in fire, explosion, or death.
•• Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on
the nameplate. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
•• 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 may
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 may result in fire, explosion, or
death.
•• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Failure to follow this warning may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
•• For personal safety, this dryer must be properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning may result
in fire, explosion, or death.
•• This dryer must be plugged into a 120-VAC,
60-Hz. grounded outlet protected by a
15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Failure to follow
this warning may 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 may result in fire, explosion, or
death.
Plug
dryer
a 120 VAC,
Plug dryer
intointo
a
60 Hz grounded 3-prong
outlet.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings could result in
serious injury or death.
This dryer is equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug for protection
against shock
Plug
Connection
hazard
and should be plugged
Gas Supply directly into a
Shut Valvereceptacle. Do not
AGA/CSA-Cer
properly
grounded three-prong
Stainless Steel Flexible
cut or
remove
the
grounding
prong from this plug.
Connector
INSTALLATION 19
Connecting the Gas Supply
•• Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency, or the
gas supplier. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
•• Use only a new stainless steel flexible
connector and a new AGA-certified connector.
Failure to do so may 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 may 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 nozzle
for the type of gas being used (natural gas or
propane gas). Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
•• If necessary, the correct nozzle (for the LP
nozzle kit, order part number 383EEL3002D)
should be installed by a qualified technician
and the change should be noted on the dryer.
Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or
death.
•• All connections must be in accordance with
local codes and regulations. Failure to do so may
result in fire, explosion, or death.
•• Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors.
Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or
death.
NOTE
This dryer is configured from the factory for
natural gas (NG). If the dryer is to be used with
propane (LP) gas, it must be converted by a
qualified service technician.
1
Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry
room is turned OFF and the dryer is unplugged.
Confirm that the type of gas available in your
laundry room is appropriate for the dryer.
2
Remove the shipping cap from the gas fitting at
the back of the dryer. Be careful not to damage
the threads of the gas connector when removing
the shipping cap.
3
Connect the dryer to your laundry room’s gas
supply using a new flexible stainless steel
connector with a 3/8-inch NPT fitting.
NOTE
DO NOT use old connectors.
4
Securely tighten all connections between the
dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply.
5
Turn on your laundry room’s gas supply.
6
Check all pipe connections (both internal and
external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive leakdetection fluid.
7
Proceed to Venting the Dryer.
3/8"
NPT gas
Connection
AGA/CSA-Certified
Stainless Steel
Flexible Connector
1/8" NPT Pipe Plug
Gas Supply Shutoff
Valve
High-Altitude Installations
The BTU rating of this dryer is AGA-certified for
elevations below 10,000 feet.
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.
20 INSTALLATION
Connecting Electric Dryers
Electrical Requirements for Electric
Models Only
WARNING
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.
•• 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 may 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 sides of the
line). ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR THE DRYER
SHOULD BE OF THE MAXIMUM RATE VOLTAGE
LISTED ON THE NAMEPLATE. DO NOT
CONNECT THE DRYER TO 110-, 115-, OR 120VOLT CIRCUIT. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in fire, explosion, or death.
•• If the 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. (4.5 m), use UL-listed No. 8 AWG
wire (copper wire only), or as required by local
codes. Allow sufficient slack in wiring so the
dryer can be moved from its normal location
when necessary. Failure to do so may result in
fire, explosion, or death.
•• The power cord (pigtail) connection between
the wall receptacle and the dryer terminal block
IS NOT supplied with the dryer. Type of pigtail
and gauge of wire must conform to local codes
and with instructions on the following pages.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in
fire, explosion, or death.
•• Do not modify the plug and internal wire provided
with the dryer.
•• The dryer should be connected to a 4-hole outlet.
•• If the plug does not fit the outlet, a proper outlet will
need to be installed by a qualified electrician.
INSTALLATION 21
WARNING
Connect the power cord to the terminal block.
Connect each wire in the power cord to the
terminal block screw with the matching colored
wire. The terminal block wire colors are indicated
in the manual. 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) areas where local codes prohibit grounding
through the neutral conductor.
6
Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw
of the terminal block.
7
Attach the power cord ground wire to the green
ground screw.
8
Tighten all screws securely.
9
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Hot
(Black)
Ground
Screw
Four-Wire Power Cord
•• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
•• Use a 30-amp, 240-volt, 4-wire, ULlisted power cord with #10 AWGminimum copper conductor and closed
loop or forked terminals with upturned
ends.
1
Remove the terminal block access cover on the
upper back of the dryer.
2
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
through-hole.
3
Thread a 30-amp, 240-volt, 4-wire, UL-listed
power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper
conductor through the strain relief.
Terminal Block
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord
4
Transfer the dryer’s ground wire from behind the
green ground screw to the center screw of the
terminal block.
NOTE
This dryer is supplied with the neutral wire
grounded. This white ground wire MUST BE
MOVED to the neutral terminal when a 4-wire
cord is to be used, or where grounding through
the neutral conductor is prohibited.
5
Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the
outer terminal block screws.
Power Cord
Ground Wire
Neutral
(White)
Hot
(Red)
White Wire
moved from
Ground
Screw
22 INSTALLATION
Four-Wire Direct Wire
7
Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw
of the terminal block.
•• Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWGminimum copper conductor cable.
Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of wire to
allow for removal and reinstallation of
the dryer.
8
Attach the power cord ground wire to the green
ground screw.
9
Tighten all screws securely.
1
10
•• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm) of the outer covering
from the wire. Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm)
of insulation from the ground wire. Cut off
approximately 1½ inches (3.8 cm) from the other
three wires and strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) of insulation
from each wire. Bend the ends of the three
shorter wires into a hook shape.
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Hot
(Black)
Ground
Screw
1" (2.5 cm)
Ground Wire
5"
(12.7 cm)
2
Remove the terminal block access cover on the
upper back of the dryer.
3
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
through-hole.
4
Thread the 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper
power cable prepared in step 1 through the
strain relief.
Terminal Block
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord
5
Transfer the dryer’s ground wire from behind the
green ground screw to the center screw of the
terminal block.
NOTE
This dryer is supplied with the neutral wire
grounded. This white ground wire MUST BE
MOVED to the neutral terminal when a 4-wire
cord is to be used, or where grounding through
the neutral conductor is prohibited.
6
Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the
outer terminal block screws.
Power Cord
Ground Wire
Neutral
(White)
Hot
(Red)
White Wire
moved from
Ground
Screw
INSTALLATION 23
5
WARNING
Connect the power cord to the terminal block.
Connect each wire in the power cord to the
terminal block screw with the matching colored
wire. The terminal block wire colors are indicated
in the manual. 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) areas where local codes prohibit grounding
through the neutral conductor.
Three-Wire Power Cord
•• A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted
on new construction after January 1,
1996.
NOTE
The dryer is supplied with the neutral conductor
grounded. If a 3-wire cord is to be used and is
allowed, make sure the white neutral grounding
wire is connected to the green ground screw.
6
Connect the external ground (if required by local
codes) to the green ground screw.
7
Tighten all screws securely.
8
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Neutral
Hot
(Black) (White)
Hot
(Red)
Ground
Screw
•• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
•• Use a 30-amp, 240-volt, 3-wire, UL-listed power
cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and
closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends.
1
Remove the terminal block access cover on the
upper back of the dryer.
2
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
through-hole.
3
Thread a 30-amp, 240-volt, 3-wire, UL-listed
power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper
conductor through the strain relief.
Terminal Block
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord
4
Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center
terminal block screw.
Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the
power cord to the outer terminal block screws.
White Wire
from Dryer
harness
External Ground
Wire (If required
by local codes)
24 INSTALLATION
Three-Wire Direct Wire
9
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Hot
(Black)
•• A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted
on new construction after January 1,
1996.
•• A UL-listed strain relief is required.
•• 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 installation of dryer.
1
Remove 3½-inch (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.
1" (2.5 cm)
Neutral
(White)
Ground
Screw
Hot
(Red)
White Wire
from Dryer
harness
External Ground
Wire (If required by
local codes)
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 the Installation Test (Duct
Check) on the following page.
2
Remove the terminal block access cover on the
upper back of the dryer.
3
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord
through-hole.
Testing Dryer Heating
4
Thread the 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper
conductor power cable prepared in step 1
through the strain relief.
Close the dryer door, press the POWER button to turn
the dryer on, and start the dryer on a heat setting.
When the dryer starts, the igniter should ignite the
main burner.
Terminal
Block
UL-Listed
Strain Relief
GAS MODELS
ELECTRIC MODELS
Close the dryer door, press the POWER button 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.
Checking Airflow
UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord
5
Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the
power cord to the outer terminal block screws.
6
Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center
terminal block screw.
NOTE
The dryer is supplied with the neutral conductor
grounded. If a 3-wire cord is to be used and is
allowed, make sure the white neutral grounding
wire is connected to the green ground screw.
7
Connect the external ground (if required by local
codes) to the green ground screw.
8
Tighten all screws securely.
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-inch (1.5 cm). The dryer should
be checked while the dryer is running with no load.
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 four leveling feet
are firmly on the floor.
Checking Venting
Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup
and cleaned at least once per year. If any noticeable
reduction in drying performance occurs, check duct
for obstructions and blockages.
INSTALLATION 25
Installation Test (Duct Check)
4
Once you have completed the installation of the
dryer, use this test to make sure the condition of the
exhaust system is adequate for proper operation of
the dryer. This test should be performed to alert you
to any serious problems in the exhaust system of
your home.
•• This dryer features Flow Sense™, 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.
LED; turned on :
RESTRICTED
The Flow Sense™ LED indicates that the exhaust
system is severely restricted. Have the system
checked immediately, as performance will be poor.
NOTE
The dryer should be cool before starting this test.
If the dryer was warmed up during installation, run
the AIR DRY cycle for a few minutes to reduce
the interior temperature.
To activate the installation test:
1
2
3
Remove the drying rack and literature, and
then close the door.
Do not load anything in the drum for this test, as
in may affect the accuracy of the results.
Press and hold the POWER, Temp., and
Wrinkle Care buttons until
and a usage
count alternate in the display. (The usage count
indicates the number of cycles run with no load
during the last 5 cycles.)
Press the START/PAUSE button.
The dryer will start the test, which will last about
2 minutes. The heat will be turned on and the
temperatures in the drum will be measured and
displayed. A chime sounds when the test portion
of the cycle is complete.
Check the display for results.
During the test cycle, monitor the Flow Sense™
display on the control panel. If the Flow Sense™
LED is not turned on, when the cycle ends,
the exhaust system is adequate. If the exhaust
system is severely restricted, the Flow Sense™
LED will be turned on. Other problems may also
be shown with error codes. See the chart below
for error code details and solutions.
5
End of cycle.
At the end of the test cycle,
will display.
The test cycle will end and the dryer will shut off
automatically after a short delay.
•• Check the error code before you call for service
Error
Code
Possible
Causes
tE1
or
tE2
•• Temperature
sensor
failure.
•• Turn off the dryer and
call for service.
HS
•• Humidity
sensor failure.
•• Turn off the dryer and
call for service.
•• Electric
dryer power
cord is not
connected
correctly, or
house power
supply is
incorrect.
•• Check the power
supply or the
connection of the
power cord to the
terminal block. Refer
to the Connecting
Electric Dryers
section of this
manual for complete
instructions.
•• House fuse is
blown, circuit
breaker
has tripped,
or power
outage has
occurred.
•• Reset circuit breaker
or replace fuse. Do
not increase the
fuse capacity. If the
problem is a circuit
overload, have
it corrected by a
qualified electrician.
•• Gas supply or
service turned
off. (Gas
Model only.)
•• Confirm that house
gas shutoff and the
dryer gas shutoff are
both fully open.
PS
or PF
or nP
gAS
Solutions
26 INSTALLATION
•• Check the duct condition
If the Flow SenseTM LED is turned on, check the
exhaust system for restrictions and damage. Repair
or replace the exhaust system as needed.
Restricted or Blocked Airflow
Avoid long runs or runs with multiple elbows or bends.
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.
Do not interrupt the test cycle, as this could result
in inaccurate results.
Excess or crushed
transition duct
Too many elbows or
exhaust too long
Check for blockages and lint buildup.
Even if no bars are displayed during the test
cycle, some restrictions may still be present in the
exhaust system. Refer to the Venting the Dryer
section of this manual for complete exhaust
system and venting requirements.
Lint
buildup or
blockage
Make sure the ductwork is not crushed or restricted.
Crushed
or
damaged
exhaust
OPERATION 27
OPERATION
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, including the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, before operating this dryer.
Using the Dryer
Lint
Filter
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. Make sure to reinstall the filter, pressing down until it clicks firmly into place.
The dryer will not operate without the lint filter in place.
2 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.
3 Turn on The Dryer
Press the POWER button to turn ON the dryer. The cycle LEDs will illuminate and a
chime will sound.
4 Select a Cycle
Turn the cycle selector knob in 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. Default settings for the selected cycle can now be changed if
desired. Refer to the Cycle Setting and Options page for details.
NOTE
Not all options or modifiers are available on all cycles. A different chime will
sound and the LED will not come on if the selection is not allowed.
5 Begin the Cycle
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 60 minutes of being paused, the dryer will shut off
and the settings will be lost.
6 End of Cycle
When the cycle is finished, the chime will sound. Immediately remove your
clothing from the dryer 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.
28 OPERATION
Check the Lint Filter Before
Every Load
Group Similar Items
Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting
a new load; a clogged lint filter will increase drying
time. 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 for more
information.
Different fabrics have different care requirements, and
some fabrics will dry more quickly than others. For
best fabric care results, always dry fabrics with similar
care requirements together.
Always ensure the lint filter is properly installed before
running the dryer. Running the dryer with a loose or
missing lint filter will damage the dryer and articles in
the dryer.
For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be
dried with the same drying cycle.
Loading the Dryer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons when using this appliance,
follow basic precautions, including the
following:
Lint Filter
Sorting Loads
Fabric Care Labels
Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that
include instructions for proper care.
Fabric Care Labels
Tumble dry
Normal
Gentle/
delicate
Do not
Do not dry
tumble dry (used with do not wash)
Permanent Press/
wrinkle resistant
Heat setting
Medium
•• 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 may result in fire, explosion,
or death.
NOTE
Loading Tips
•• Combine large and small items in the same
load.
•• Damp clothes will expand as they dry. Do not
overload the dryer; clothes require room to
tumble and dry properly.
Dry
High
•• 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 may result in fire, explosion, or
death.
Low
No heat/air
•• Use mesh laundry bags to separate clothes
with zippers, hooks, straps, and drawstrings to
prevent them from catching on or tangling with
other clothes or damaging the lint filter.
OPERATION 29
Control Panel
DLE7100*, DLG7101*
1
2
3
4
DLE7150*, DLG7151*, DLE7000*, DLG7001*
1
2
1 POWER Button
Press to turn the dryer ON. Press again to turn the
dryer OFF.
NOTE
Pressing the POWER button during a cycle will
cancel that cycle and any load settings will be
lost.
2 Cycle Selector Knob
Turn this knob to select the desired cycle. Once
the desired cycle has been selected, the standard
presets are shown in the display. On Manual Dry
cycles, these settings can be adjusted using the cycle
modifier buttons any time before starting the cycle.
3 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.
NOTE
If you do not press the START/PAUSE button to
resume a cycle within 60 minutes, the dryer turns
off automatically.
3
5
6
7
5
6
7
4
4 Time and Status Display
The display shows the settings, estimated time
remaining, options, and status messages for the
dryer.
5 More Time/Less Time Buttons
Use these buttons with the Time Dry and other
Manual Dry cycles to adjust the drying time. Press the
More Time button to increase the selected manual
cycle time by 1 minute; press the Less Time button
to decrease the cycle time by 1 minute.
6 Cycle Modifier 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 modifier to
select other settings.
7 Cycle Option Buttons
The option buttons allow you to select additional cycle
options. Certain buttons also allow you to activate
special functions by pressing and holding the button
for 3 seconds.
30 OPERATION
DLE7100*, DLG7101*
8
11
9
12
10
13
DLE7150*, DLG7151*, DLE7000*, DLG7001*
8
11
9
12
8 Clean Filter Reminder
The display will show Clean Filter when the dryer is
turned on as a reminder to check the filter. It turns off
when the START/PAUSE button is pressed.
9 C
ycle Completion Indicator with Check Filter
Reminder
This portion of the display shows which stage of the
drying cycle is currently underway (Dry, Cool).
10 Estimated Time Remaining
This display shows the estimated time remaining for
SENSOR DRY cycles or the actual time remaining for
Time Dry or MANUAL DRY cycles.
NOTE
The cycle time on SENSOR DRY cycles may
fluctuate as the dryer recalculates drying time for
optimal results.
10
13
11 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. Maintaining
a clean exhaust system improves operating efficiency
and helps minimize service calls, saving you money.
12 Control Lock Indicator
When Control Lock is set, the Control Lock indicator
appears and all buttons are disabled except the
POWER button. This prevents children from changing
settings while the dryer is operating.
13 Damp Dry Signal Indicator
The dryer will signal 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.
OPERATION 31
Cycle Guide
Cycle
Bedding
Fabric Type
Comforters, pillows, shirts
Heavy Duty Jeans, heavyweight items
= default setting
= allowable option
Dry Level
Normal Dry
Adjustable
Normal Dry
Adjustable
Normal Dry
Normal
Work clothes, corduroys, etc.
Perm.
Press
Permanent press, synthetic
items
Delicates
Lingerie, sheets, blouses
Speed Dry
For small loads with short
drying times
Air Dry
For items that require heatfree drying such as plastics
or rubber
Off
Freshen Up
For removing light wrinkles
from clothing
Off
Adjustable
Normal Dry
Adjustable
Normal Dry
Adjustable
Auto
Temp.
Medium
High
Medium
Medium
Low
High
Adjustable
No Heat
Medium
Adjustable
More Time/
Less Time
Wrinkle
Care
Damp Dry
Signal
Energy
Saver
32 OPERATION
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 be shown in the display.
NOTE
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
Remainng 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.
To protect your garments not every dryness level,
temperature, or option is available with every
cycle. See the Cycle Guide for details.
OPERATION 33
Cycle Settings and Options
Cycle Modifier Buttons
SENSOR DRY cycles have preset settings that
are selected automatically. MANUAL DRY cycles
have default settings, but you may also customize
the settings using the cycle modifier buttons. Press
the button for that option to view and select other
settings.
Cycle Option Buttons
The dryer features several additional cycle options to
customize cycles to meet individual needs. Certain
option buttons also feature a special function that
can be activated by pressing and holding that option
button for 3 seconds. (See Special Functions on the
following page for details.)
Adding Cycle Options to a Cycle:
1
Selects the level of dryness for the cycle. Press
the Dry Level button repeatedly to scroll through
available settings.
Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector
knob to select the desired cycle.
2
Use the cycle modifier buttons to adjust the
settings for that cycle.
•• This option is only available with SENSOR DRY
cycles.
3
•• The dryer will automatically adjust the cycle time.
Selecting Very Dry will increase the cycle time,
while Damp Dry will decrease the cycle time.
Press the cycle option button(s) for the option
you would like to add. A confirmation message is
shown in the display.
4
Press the START/PAUSE button to start the
cycle. The dryer starts automatically.
Dry Level
•• Use a Damp Dry setting for items that you wish to
iron.
Temp.
Adjusts the temperature setting. This allows precise
care of your fabrics and garments. Press the Temp.
button repeatedly to scroll through available settings.
Time Dry
Allows you to manually select the drying time, from 20
to 60 minutes, in 20-minute increments. Use this for
small loads or to remove wrinkles.
More Time/Less Time
Use the More Time/Less Time buttons to add or
reduce the drying time of a MANUAL DRY cycle in
1-minute increments.
Wrinkle Care
Selecting this option 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 you are unable to remove items from the dryer
immediately.
Energy Saver (on some models)
This option helps to reduce energy consumption
in the Normal cycle, depending on the load size.
When the Energy Saver option is selected, the cycle
begins with an air dry section and the drying time is
increased.
NOTE
The Energy Saver option is turned on by default
in the Normal cycle. Turn off the Energy Saver
option for a faster Normal cycle which begins with
heated drying.
34 OPERATION
Special Functions
Some cycle option buttons also activate secondary
functions. These special functions are marked with an
asterisk (*). Press and hold the option button marked
with the special function to activate it.
* Control Lock
Use this option to prevent unwanted use of the dryer
or to keep cycle settings from being changed while
the dryer is operating.
Press and hold the button marked *Control Lock for
3 seconds to activate or deactivate the Control Lock
function. The Control Lock icon will be shown in the
display, and all controls will be disabled except the
POWER button.
NOTE
Once set, Control Lock remains active until it is
manually deactivated. Control Lock must be turned off
to run another cycle. To deactivate Control Lock, press
and hold the *Control Lock button for 3 seconds.
* Damp Dry Signal
With this option, the dryer will signal 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.
* Default On/Off
This option allows the Energy Saver settings to be
changed. To run a Normal cycle without the Energy
Saver option, press and hold the Energy Saver button
for three seconds. ON or OFF appears in the display.
* SIGNAL
Press and hold the Dry Level button for 3 seconds to
adjust the volume of the signal. Press and hold the
button repeatedly to adjust the volume of the melody.
When no signal is heard, the signal is off. The volume
settings are ON – OFF. The signal volume can be
adjusted at any time as long as the dryer is turned
ON.
SMART FUNCTIONS 35
SMART FUNCTIONS
Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose
Issues
LG ThinQ Application
Installing the LG ThinQ Application
Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google
Play Store or Apple App Store on a smartphone.
Follow instructions to download and install the
application.
LG ThinQ Application Features
•• Smart Diagnosis™
Follow the instructions below to use the audible
diagnosis method.
•• Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the
Smart Diagnosis™ feature in the menu.
Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis
provided in the LG ThinQ application.
1
Press the Power button to turn on the appliance.
•• Do not press any other buttons.
2
Hold the mouthpiece of your phone in front of
the
or
logo.
This function provides useful information for
diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance
based on the pattern of use.
x.
Ma
mm
10
x.
Ma m
m
10
Smart Diagnosis™ Feature
This feature is only available on the models with
logo.
or
Use this feature to help you diagnose and solve
problems with your appliance.
NOTE
•• For reasons not attributable to LGE’s negligence,
the service may not operate due to external factors
such as, but not limited to, Wi-Fi unavailability, WiFi disconnection, local app store policy, or app
unavailability.
•• The feature may be subject to change without prior
notice and may have a different form depending on
where you are located.
3
Press and hold the Temp. button for 3 seconds
or longer while continuing to hold your phone to
the logo.
4
Keep the phone in place untill the tone
transmission has finished. The display will count
down the time. Once the cont down is over and
the tones have stopped, the diagnosis will be
displayed in the application.
NOTE
•• For best results, do not move the phone while the
tones are being transmitted.
36 MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Regular Cleaning
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons 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 may cause serious injury, fire,
electric shock, or death.
Maintaining Ductwork
Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup once
per month 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.
Cleaning the Lint Filter
Always clean the lint from the filter after every cycle.
•• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive
cleaners, or solvents to clean the washer.
They will damage the finish.
Cleaning the Exterior
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.
Immediately wipe off any spills with a soft, damp cloth.
NOTE
•• Do not use methylated spirits, solvents, or
similar products.
Lint Filter
To clean, open the dryer door and pull the lint filter
straight up. Then:
1
For everyday cleaning, roll any lint off the filter
with your fingers, or
2
Vacuum the lint filter.
3
If the lint filter has become very dirty or clogged
with fabric softener, wash the lint filter in warm,
soapy water and allow it to dry thoroughly before
reinstalling.
•• Never use steel wool or abrasive cleansers;
they can damage the surface.
Cleaning the Interior
Wipe around the door opening and seal with a soft,
damp cloth to prevent lint and dust buildup that could
damage the door seal.
Clean the window with a soft cloth dampened with
warm water and a mild, nonabrasive household
detergent, then wipe dry.
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 may scratch or
damage the surface.
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.
NOTE
NEVER operate the dryer without the lint filter in
place. NEVER operate the dryer with a wet lint
filter.
Troubleshooting 37
TROUBLESHOOTING
FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Q:
When I press a button, why does my dryer beep and then nothing happens?
A:
The Control Lock feature is turned on. To turn off Control Lock, turn the dryer on, then press and hold
the button that has *Control Lock on or under it for 3 seconds.
Q:
Why does my dryer take so long to dry clothes?
A:
Proper airflow is critical to the efficient operation of clothes dryers. A lint filter which is full of lint or
clogged with fabric softener sheet residue can reduce the airflow to the point that the time required
to dry clothing will be greatly increased. Another factor affecting dry time is your home exhaust
system. An exhaust system which is dirty and clogged with lint, or is excessively long, needs to be
professionally cleaned or repaired.
Q:
Why does my dryer start by itself every few minutes?
A:
This is how the Wrinkle Care feature works. The dryer runs briefly every few minutes for up to 3 hours
after the cycle finishes. This feature is designed to help prevent wrinkles from setting in when the
dryer is not unloaded immediately after the cycle is finished.
User Support Videos
For further assistance, there are videos and tutorials
available through the LG.com website.
1
On the lg.com/us home page, click on the Support
menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select
Video Tutorials.
2
Select Appliances and Dryers in the search menu
on the new page.
Scan this QR code to quickly access the
video search page on the LG website.
Once there, select Appliances and Dryers
in the search box.
38 Troubleshooting
Before Calling for Service
This dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early
stage. If the dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for
service.
Operation
Problem
TM
Possible Cause
Solutions
The Flow Sense
indicator remains
active after clearing
the restriction in the
venting.
After clearing the restriction, the
Flow SenseTM system requires
multiple, consecutive cycles to
determine that the performance
value has improved before the
Flow SenseTM indicator is reset.
If the Flow SenseTM indicator remains
active for more than five cycles after
the restriction has been cleared, call for
service.
Dryer will not turn on
Power cord is not properly
plugged in.
Make sure that the plug is securely
plugged into a grounded outlet matching
the dryer’s rating plate.
House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker has tripped, or power
outage has occurred.
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.
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.
Dryer does not heat
NOTE
Due to the design of electric dryers,
it is possible for a circuit problem to
allow an electric dryer to run without
heat.
Gas supply or service is turned
off (gas models only).
Confirm that the house gas shutoff and
the dryer gas shutoff valves are both fully
open. Even if gas is not supplied to the
dryer, it will run and display error code.
Verify that other gas appliances in the
home are working normally.
Energy Saver option selected
(on some models)
If using the Cotton/Normal cycle, deselect
the energy saver option. The Energy
Saver option is selected by default. This
option reduces energy use by adding
an air dry section to the beginning of the
cycle. It is normal to feel no heat at the
beginning of the cycle while in Energy
Saver mode.
Display show error
code nP
Electric dryer power cord is not
connected correctly, or house
power supply is incorrect.
Check the power supply or the connection
of the power cord to the terminal block.
Display show error
code gAS
Gas supply or service turned off
(gas models only).
Confirm that house gas shutoff and the
dryer gas shutoff are both fully open.
Troubleshooting 39
Problem
Possible Cause
Solutions
Clothes take too long to
dry
Exhaust ducts are blocked, dirty,
or duct run is too long.
Confirm that the exhaust duct 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.
Load is not properly sorted.
Separate heavy items from lightweight
items. Larger and heavier items take
longer to dry. Light items in a load with
heavy items can fool the sensor because
the light items dry faster.
Large load of heavy fabrics.
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.
Dryer controls are not set
properly.
Use the appropriate control settings for
the type of load you are drying. Some
loads may require an adjustment of the
dry level setting for proper drying.
Lint filter needs to be cleaned.
Remove the lint from the filter before
every load. With the lint removed, hold
the filter up to a light to see if it is dirty or
clogged. With some loads that produce
high amounts of lint, such as new bath
towels, it may be necessary to pause the
cycle and clean the filter during the cycle.
House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker has tripped, or power
outage has occurred.
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.
Clothes take too long to
dry
NOTE
Due to the design of electric dryers,
it is possible for a circuit problem to
allow an electric dryer to run without
heat.
Dryer is overloaded.
Divide extra large loads into smaller
loads for better drying performance and
efficiency.
Dryer is underloaded.
If you are drying a very small load, add a
few extra items to ensure proper tumbling
action. If the load is very small and you
are using SENSOR DRY cycles, the
electronic control cannot properly sense
the dryness of the load and may shut off
too soon. Use TIME DRY or add some
extra wet clothes to the load.
40 Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solutions
Clothes take too long to
dry
Energy Saver option selected
(on some models)
If using the Cotton/Normal cycle, deselect
the Energy Saver option. This option
reduces energy use by adding an air dry
section to the beginning of the cycle.
Drying time is not
consistent
Heat settings, load size, or
dampness of clothing is not
consistent.
The drying time for a load will vary
depending on the type of heat used
(electric, natural gas, or LP gas), the
size of the load, the type of fabrics, the
wetness of the clothes, and the condition
of the exhaust duct and lint filter. Even an
unbalanced load in the washer can cause
poor spinning, resulting in wetter clothes
which will take longer to dry.
Troubleshooting 41
Performance
Problem
Greasy or dirty spots
on clothes
Possible Cause
Solutions
Fabric softener used incorrectly.
Confirm and follow the instructions
provided with your fabric softener.
Clean and dirty clothes are being
dried together.
Use your dryer to dry only clean items.
Soil from dirty clothes can transfer to the
clean clothes in the same or later loads.
Clothes were not properly
cleaned or rinsed before being
placed in the dryer.
Stains on dried clothes could be stains
that were not removed during the washing
process. Make sure that clothes are being
completely cleaned or rinsed according
to the instructions for your washer and
detergent. Some difficult soils may require
pre-treating prior to washing.
Clothes dried too long (over
dried).
Over drying a load of laundry can lead to
wrinkled clothes. Try a shorter drying time
or LESS DRY setting and remove items
while they still retain a slight amount of
moisture.
Clothes left in dryer too long after
cycle ends.
Use the WRINKLE CARE option. This
feature will tumble the clothes briefly
every few minutes for up to 3 hours to
help prevent wrinkling.
Clothes are shrinking
Garment care instructions are not
being followed.
To avoid shrinking your clothes, always
consult and follow fabric care instructions.
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.
Lint on clothes
Lint filter not cleaned properly.
Remove the lint from the filter before
every load. With the lint removed, hold
the filter up to a light to see if it is dirty
or clogged. If it looks dirty, follow the
cleaning instructions. With some loads
that produce high amounts of lint, it may
be necessary to clean the filter during the
cycle.
Laundry not sorted 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).
Clothes are wrinkled
42 Troubleshooting
Problem
Lint on clothes
Excess static in clothes
after drying
Clothes have damp
spots after a SENSOR
DRY cycle.
Possible Cause
Solutions
Excess static in clothes.
Use a fabric softener to reduce static
electricity. Be sure to follow the
manufacturer’s instructions. 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.
Dryer is overloaded.
Divide extra large loads into smaller loads
for drying.
Tissue, paper, etc., left in pockets.
Check pockets thoroughly before washing
and drying clothes.
Fabric softener is not used or
used incorrectly.
Use a fabric softener or the STATIC
SHIELD option, if equipped, to reduce
static electricity. Be sure to follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Clothes dried too long
(overdried).
Overdrying a load of laundry can cause
a buildup of static electricity. Adjust
settings and use a shorter drying time, or
use AUTO DRY cycles. Select a LESS
DRY setting on SENSOR DRY cycles, if
necessary.
Drying synthetics, permanent
press, or synthetic blends.
These fabrics are naturally more prone to
static buildup. Try using fabric softener, or
use LESS DRY and/or shorter TIME DRY
time settings.
Very large load or very small load.
If items are too tightly packed or too
sparse the sensor may have trouble
reading the dryness level of the load. Use
a Time Dry cycle for very small loads.
Single large item such as a
blanket or comforter.
Large, bulky items such as blankets
or comforters can sometimes wrap
themselves into a tight ball of fabric. The
outside layers will dry and register on the
sensors, while the inner core remains
damp. When drying a single bulky item, it
may help to pause the cycle once or twice
and rearrange the item to unwrap and
expose any damp areas.
To dry a few remaining damp items from
a very large load or a few damp spots
on a large item after a sensor cycle has
completed, empty the lint trap, then set a
Time Dry cycle to finish drying the item(s).
Troubleshooting 43
Error Codes
Problem
Possible Cause
Solutions
Error code: tE1 through
tE7
Temperature sensor failure.
Turn off the dryer and call for service.
Display shows error
code: PS (electric
dryers only)
Power cord is connected
incorrectly.
Check the connection of the power cord
to the terminal block.
*Flow SenseTM indicator
shows four bars during
the drying cycle or the
display shows "d80"
after drying
Exhaust system is too long or
has too many turns/restrictions.
Install a shorter or straighter duct run. See
the Installation Instructions for details.
Partial blockage of the ductwork
due to lint buildup or other
foreign object.
Ductwork should be checked/cleaned
immediately. Dryer can be used in this
condition, but drying times will be longer
and energy consumption will increase.
The appliance has detected a
restriction in the external dryer
venting.
If exhaust restrictions are sensed by the
Flow SenseTM system, the indicator will
remain on for 2 hours after the end of the
cycle. Opening the door or pressing the
POWER button will turn off the display.
After clearing the restriction, the
Flow SenseTM system requires
multiple, consecutive cycles to
determine that the performance
value has improved before the
Flow SenseTM indicator is reset.
If the Flow SenseTM indicator remains
active for more than five cycles after
the restriction has been cleared, call for
service.
Lint filter not cleaned properly.
Remove the lint from the filter before
every load. With the lint removed, hold
the filter up to a light to see if it is dirty or
clogged. If it looks dirty, follow the cleaning
instructions. With some loads that produce
high amounts of lint, it may be necessary
to clean the filter during the cycle.
* This warning light
is not a dryer failure
and is not covered by
the dryer warranty.
Contact a duct cleaning
service to set up an
appointment to have
your exhaust system
cleaned and inspected.
The Flow SenseTM
indicator remains
active after clearing
the restriction in the
venting.
indicator light is on
during the drying cycle
44 Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solutions
The display shows d90,
d95
The duct work is about 90%-95%
blocked.(“d90” or “d95” error
code is displayed for 2 hours
only)
Do not use the dryer until the exhaust
system has been cleaned and/or repaired.
Using the dryer with a severely restricted
exhaust is dangerous and could result in
a fire or other property damage.
House exhaust system blocked.
Check the outside dryer vent while the
dryer is operating to make sure there is
strong airflow.
If the exhaust system is extremely long,
have it repaired or rerouted.
Keep the area around the dryer clean and
free of clutter.
Check vent hood for damage or lint
clogging.
Make sure the area around the vent hood
is clear.
WARRANTY (USA) 45
WARRANTY (USA)
ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT
REQUIRES YOU AND LG TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT,
UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT
PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW.
Should your LG Dryer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal home use,
during the warranty period set forth below, LG will at its option repair or replace the product. This limited
warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only when purchased and used
within the United States including U.S. Territories. Proof of original retail purchase is required to obtain warranty
service under this limited warranty.
Warranty Period
Scope of Warranty
HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED
One (1) year from date of original
retail purchase
Parts and Labor
LG will provide parts and labor to repair or replace
defective parts.
Three (3) years from date of
original retail purchase
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• 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.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO
THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE
EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS U.S. DISTRIBUTOR
SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE
DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR
ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE.
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
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
• Service trips to deliver, pick up, or install or repair the product; instruction to the customer on operation of
the product; repair or replacement of fuses or correction of wiring or plumbing, or correction of unauthorized
repairs/installation.
• Failure of the product to perform during power failures and interrupted or inadequate electrical service.
• Damage caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or
interrupted water supply or inadequate supply of air.
• Damage resulting from operating the product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the instructions outlined
in the product’s owner’s manual.
•
•
purpose, or any water leakage where the unit was not properly installed.
• Damage or failure caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, or plumbing codes, commercial or industrial
use, or use of accessories, components, or consumable cleaning products that are not approved by LG.
• Damage caused by transportation and handling, including scratches, dents, chips, and/or other damage to the
within one (1) week of delivery.
• Damage or missing items to any display, open box, discounted, or refurbished product.
• Conversion of product from natural gas or LP gas.
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• Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined. Model
and serial numbers, along with original retail sales receipts, are required for warranty validation.
• Increases in utility costs and additional utility expenses.
• Repairs when your product is used for other than normal and usual household use (e.g. commercial use, in
s owner’s manual.
• Costs associated with removal of your product from your home for repairs.
• 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 LG’s owner’s and installation manuals.
• Damage resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance. Improper repair includes
Filter is clogged.
Not heating, long dry time
Duct is clogged.
Not heating, long dry time
Excessive duct length
and/or multiple elbows
Not heating, long dry time
Improperly connected
power cord or electrical
outlet issue.
No Power
Clean the hood and duct.
Keep exhaust ducts as
short as possible, using as
few elbows and bends as
possible.
Reconnect power cord,
replace house fuse or reset
breaker. If outlet is issue,
electrician may be required.
Not Heating
Gas valve is not turned
on. (Gas Dryer)
Open the gas valve.
Not heating
Door Reversal
Instructions for door reversal
can be found in the owner’s
manual.
The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For additional product information, visit the LG website at http://www.lg.com
For assistance using this product or to schedule service, contact LG Electronics at 1-800-243-0000.
For further assistance, write: LG Electronics, 201 James Record Road, Huntsville, Alabama 35813
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PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES:
ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION,
AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION. BINDING ARBITRATION MEANS THAT YOU AND LG
ARE EACH WAIVING THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND TO BRING OR PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION.
For the purposes of this section, references to “LG” mean LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., its parents,
in interest, successors, assigns and suppliers; references to “dispute” or “claim” shall include any dispute,
claim or controversy of any kind whatsoever (whether based in contract, tort, statute, regulation, ordinance,
fraud, misrepresentation or any other legal or equitable theory) arising out of or relating in any way to the sale,
condition or performance of the product or this Limited Warranty.
Notice of Dispute.
writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA,
Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Ave, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632. You and LG agree to engage
in good faith discussions in an attempt to amicably resolve your claim. The notice must provide your name,
address, and telephone number; identify the product that is the subject of the claim; and describe the nature of
the claim and the relief being sought. If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party
Agreement to Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver. Upon failure to resolve the dispute during the 30
day period after sending written notice to LG, you and LG agree to resolve any claims between us only by
binding arbitration on an individual basis, unless you opt out as provided below. Any dispute between you and
LG shall not be combined or consolidated with a dispute involving any other person’s or entity’s product or
circumstances proceed as part of a class or representative action. Instead of arbitration, either party may bring
an individual action in small claims court, but that small claims court action may not be brought on a class or
representative basis.
Arbitration Rules and Procedures. To begin arbitration of a claim, either you or LG must make a written demand
for arbitration. The arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) and will be
conducted before a single arbitrator under the AAA’s Consumer Arbitration Rules that are in effect at the time
the arbitration is initiated (referred to as the “AAA Rules”) and under the procedures set forth in this section. The
AAA Rules are available online at www.adr.org/consumer. Send a copy of your written demand for arbitration,
as well as a copy of this provision, to the AAA in the manner described in the AAA Rules. You must also send
a copy of your written demand to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111
in this section, the rules set forth in this section will govern. This arbitration provision is governed by the Federal
Arbitration Act. Judgment may be entered on the arbitrator’s award in any court of competent jurisdiction. All
issues are for the arbitrator to decide, except that issues relating to the scope and enforceability of the arbitration
provision and to the arbitrability of the dispute are for the court to decide. The arbitrator is bound by the terms of
this provision.
Governing Law. The law of the state of your residence shall govern this Limited Warranty and any disputes
between us except to the extent that such law is preempted by or inconsistent with applicable federal law.
Fees/Costs. You do not need to pay any fee to begin an arbitration. Upon receipt of your written demand for
AAA unless you seek more than $25,000 in
damages, in which case the payment of these fees will be governed by the AAA Rules. Except as otherwise
accordance with the AAA Rules and this arbitration provision. If you prevail in the arbitration, LG will pay your
attorneys’ fees and expenses as long as they are reasonable, by considering factors including, but not limited to,
the purchase amount and claim amount. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if applicable law allows for an award of
reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, an arbitrator can award them to the same extent that a court would. If
an improper purpose (as measured by the standards set forth in Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 11(b)), then the
payment of all arbitration fees will be governed by the AAA Rules. In such a situation, you agree to reimburse LG
for all monies previously disbursed by it that are otherwise your obligation to pay under the AAA Rules. Except
as otherwise provided for, LG waives any rights it may have to seek attorneys’ fees and expenses from you if LG
prevails in the arbitration.
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Hearings and Location. If your claim is for $25,000 or less, you may choose to have the arbitration conducted
solely on the basis of (1) documents submitted to the arbitrator, (2) through a telephonic hearing, or (3) by
an in-person hearing as established by the AAA Rules. If your claim exceeds $25,000, the right to a hearing
will be determined by the AAA Rules. Any in-person arbitration hearings will be held at a location within the
federal judicial district in which you reside unless we both agree to another location or we agree to a telephonic
arbitration.
Opt Out. You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. If you opt out, neither you nor LG can require the
other to participate in an arbitration proceeding. To opt out, you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar
[email protected], with the subject line: “Arbitration Opt Out” or (ii) calling 1-800-980-2973. You must include in
the opt out e-mail or provide by telephone: (a) your name and address; (b) the date on which the product was
purchased; (c) the product model name or model number; and (d) the serial number (the serial number can be
found (i) on the product; or (ii) online by accessing
https://www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/schedule-repair-continued and clicking on “Find My Model & Serial Number”).
You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above (that is, by e-mail or
telephone); no other form of notice will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. Opting out of
this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will
accept all terms and conditions of the arbitration provision described above.
Memo
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LG Customer Information Center
This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory
default (Home Use)” setting. Changing the factory default
settings or enabling other features may increase power
consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to
qualify for ENERGY STAR .
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