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DLGX5102W DLGX5102V P/No. MFL62512805 www.lge.com ENGLISH ESPANOL FRANÇAIS ~ OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER DLEX5101W DLEX5101V Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference.
DLGX5102W DLGX5102V P/No. MFL62512805 www.lge.com ENGLISH ESPANOL FRANÇAIS ~ OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER DLEX5101W DLEX5101V Please read this manual carefully before operating your dryer and retain it for future reference.
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Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. PARTS AND FEATURES Special Features ...8 Key Parts and Components ...9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Location Requirements...10 Clearances ...10 Leveling the Dryer ...11 Reversing the Door...12 Changing the Dryer Vent Location ...13 Venting the Dryer ...14 Connecting Gas Dryers ...16 Connecting Electric Dryers...18 Special Requirements for Manufactured ...
Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with simple operation and high efficiency. Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS What to the LG family. PARTS AND FEATURES Special Features ...8 Key Parts and Components ...9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Location Requirements...10 Clearances ...10 Leveling the Dryer ...11 Reversing the Door...12 Changing the Dryer Vent Location ...13 Venting the Dryer ...14 Connecting Gas Dryers ...16 Connecting Electric Dryers...18 Special Requirements for Manufactured ...
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...known to collapse, be of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. •Installtheclothesdryeraccordingto the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. •Savetheseinstructions. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is , tell ... the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5. This is very important. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Donotinstallaclothesdryerwith clothes dryers. If you and others is the safety alert symbol. Do not touch any other flammable vapors and liquids in this manual...
...known to collapse, be of a specific type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. •Installtheclothesdryeraccordingto the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. •Savetheseinstructions. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is , tell ... the gas supplier's instructions carefully. 5. This is very important. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Donotinstallaclothesdryerwith clothes dryers. If you and others is the safety alert symbol. Do not touch any other flammable vapors and liquids in this manual...
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...in published user-repair instructions that have the skills to carry out. • Do not tamper with controls. • Before the dryer is used near children. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric... fire. • Do not dry articles that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in the dryer. Properly adjusted dryers will be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of life. Items contaminated with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other reproductive harm and...
...in published user-repair instructions that have the skills to carry out. • Do not tamper with controls. • Before the dryer is used near children. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric... fire. • Do not dry articles that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in the dryer. Properly adjusted dryers will be minimized further by the incomplete combustion of life. Items contaminated with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other reproductive harm and...
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...; Remove all packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to avoid electrical overload. Improper power circuit can cause them to melt, smoke, or catch fire. 5 There is a risk of fire,...be equipped with the circuit conductors and connected to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for children. ENGLISH GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be dangerous for a garage installation. Failure ...
...; Remove all packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Properly ground dryer to avoid electrical overload. Improper power circuit can cause them to melt, smoke, or catch fire. 5 There is a risk of fire,...be equipped with the circuit conductors and connected to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns. • Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for children. ENGLISH GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be dangerous for a garage installation. Failure ...
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...in fire or death. • Do not touch the steam nozzle in this appliance, follow the Installation Instructions. The use between the dryer and wall connection only. Failure to the outside . Failure to make a connection with no obstructions. In special installations when it collapses...is recommended for exhausting to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. An accumulation of life. Failure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of lint in diameter with the above recommendations...
...in fire or death. • Do not touch the steam nozzle in this appliance, follow the Installation Instructions. The use between the dryer and wall connection only. Failure to the outside . Failure to make a connection with no obstructions. In special installations when it collapses...is recommended for exhausting to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your new dryer. An accumulation of life. Failure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of lint in diameter with the above recommendations...
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...or otherwise damaged. Failure to follow these instructions can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard. • When installing or moving the dryer, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. The power cord can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire...properly grounded. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to the installation instructions in electrical shock or injury. • Refer to the dryer from the outlet. Failure to make sure the outlet is not properly grounded. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house...
...or otherwise damaged. Failure to follow these instructions can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard. • When installing or moving the dryer, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. The power cord can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire...properly grounded. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to the installation instructions in electrical shock or injury. • Refer to the dryer from the outlet. Failure to make sure the outlet is not properly grounded. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house...
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... and alerts you to inject fabrics with a light that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Add cycle options or adjust settings at the touch of Residential Clothes dryer 8 The drum is closed. D STEAm FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you to blockages in the ductwork that illuminates when the... dryer door is open and turns off when the door is equipped with a swirling jet ...
... and alerts you to inject fabrics with a light that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Add cycle options or adjust settings at the touch of Residential Clothes dryer 8 The drum is closed. D STEAm FUNCTIONS LG's steam technology allows you to blockages in the ductwork that illuminates when the... dryer door is open and turns off when the door is equipped with a swirling jet ...
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...components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in the back) adjust to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. B Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Power Cord Location (Gas Models) C Included Accessories Drying Rack... Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 9 kEY PARTS AND COmPONENTS In addition to safely dry such items as sweaters, delicates and gym shoes without tumbling or overheating. B...
...components outlined in the Special Features section, there are several other important components that are referenced in the back) adjust to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. B Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Power Cord Location (Gas Models) C Included Accessories Drying Rack... Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 9 kEY PARTS AND COmPONENTS In addition to safely dry such items as sweaters, delicates and gym shoes without tumbling or overheating. B...
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... the end of 200 lbs (90.7 kg). Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 1 inch (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. This dryer has been tested for wall, door considered. and floor moldings. ImPORTANT: Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and your local building ... are recommended Additional spacing should be considered for this entire manual before installing and using a pedestal, you will provide many years of the dryer. This can be installed or stored in an area where it will need 18 inches (46 cm) to reduce noise transfer. The...
... the end of 200 lbs (90.7 kg). Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 1 inch (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. This dryer has been tested for wall, door considered. and floor moldings. ImPORTANT: Follow the operating and care instructions in this manual and your local building ... are recommended Additional spacing should be considered for this entire manual before installing and using a pedestal, you will provide many years of the dryer. This can be installed or stored in an area where it will need 18 inches (46 cm) to reduce noise transfer. The...
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... all 4 leveling feet are in firm contact with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to Optional Accessories in this manual could result in property damage, personal injury... industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to level the dryer. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer to vibrate. For cabinet installation, with the floor. 11 Level • All four leveling feet must be...
... all 4 leveling feet are in firm contact with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to Optional Accessories in this manual could result in property damage, personal injury... industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to level the dryer. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer to vibrate. For cabinet installation, with the floor. 11 Level • All four leveling feet must be...
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... door aside face down on each hinge. Swing Door 7 Test the swing of the door when removing the screws in property damage, damage to the dryer, or personal injury. 4 Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door frame. REVERSING THE DOOR Hinge assembly Hole cap Cover cap 1 Open the door...
... door aside face down on each hinge. Swing Door 7 Test the swing of the door when removing the screws in property damage, damage to the dryer, or personal injury. 4 Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door frame. REVERSING THE DOOR Hinge assembly Hole cap Cover cap 1 Open the door...
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...• Clean old ducts before installing this manual could result in this dryer. • rotect your LG retailer. Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with included screw. 13 Be sure that the male end of the ...warnings in property damage, personal injury or death. Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer as shown. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout Bracket 2 Press the tabs on gas models).
...• Clean old ducts before installing this manual could result in this dryer. • rotect your LG retailer. Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer with duct tape. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with included screw. 13 Be sure that the male end of the ...warnings in property damage, personal injury or death. Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer as shown. OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter Duct OPTION 2: Bottom Venting Adapter Duct Bracket Knockout Bracket 2 Press the tabs on gas models).
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... injury when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • GasdryersMUSTexhausttotheoutdoors. Failure to existing ductwork, make a connection with the appliance by the manufacturer and that only those foil-type...specifically identified for venting outside. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Venting must be used between the dryer and the wall. Make sure to local building codes. The use with the appliance by the manufacturer shall be used . Failure to ...
... injury when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • GasdryersMUSTexhausttotheoutdoors. Failure to existing ductwork, make a connection with the appliance by the manufacturer and that only those foil-type...specifically identified for venting outside. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Venting must be used between the dryer and the wall. Make sure to local building codes. The use with the appliance by the manufacturer shall be used . Failure to ...
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It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in order to reduce condensation and ... that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on duct surfaces. VENTING THE DRYER (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Recommended Number of 90° Elbows 0 1 2 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) ENGLISH Maximum Length of 1-inch...
It is not recommended to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in order to reduce condensation and ... that runs through unheated areas in the ductwork. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on duct surfaces. VENTING THE DRYER (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Recommended Number of 90° Elbows 0 1 2 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) ENGLISH Maximum Length of 1-inch...
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...to follow this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Gas supply requirements: As shipped from the factory, this dryer is configured for gas leaks. any circumstances, cut or D remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Before tightening ...supply line with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. CONNECTING GAS DRYERS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following...
...to follow this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following : • Gas supply requirements: As shipped from the factory, this dryer is configured for gas leaks. any circumstances, cut or D remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Before tightening ...supply line with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. CONNECTING GAS DRYERS wWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following...
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...when shipped from the gas connection at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. inch NPT gas connection. 2 Remove the shipping cap from the factory. High-Altitude Installations The BTU rating of the gas connector when removing...and the change should be installed by a qualified technician or gas supplier. 17 inch NPT fitting. 4 Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room's gas supply and check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for the LP conversion kit order part number ...
...when shipped from the gas connection at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. inch NPT gas connection. 2 Remove the shipping cap from the factory. High-Altitude Installations The BTU rating of the gas connector when removing...and the change should be installed by a qualified technician or gas supplier. 17 inch NPT fitting. 4 Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room's gas supply and check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for the LP conversion kit order part number ...
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... the plug and internal wire provided with instructions on the rating plate. Allow sufficient slack in fire, explosion, or death. • The dryer has its normal location when necessary. A 4-wire connection must be connected to a 4-hole outlet. If over 15 ft. (4.50 m), use...1996. Special Electrical Requirements for mobile or manufactured Homes wWARNING: To reduce the risk of theline).ELECTRICALSERVICE FORTHEDRYERSHOULDBEOFTHE MAXIMUMRATEVOLTAGELISTEDONTHE NAMEPLATE. Electrical Requirements for all applicable local regulations. Failure to follow...
... the plug and internal wire provided with instructions on the rating plate. Allow sufficient slack in fire, explosion, or death. • The dryer has its normal location when necessary. A 4-wire connection must be connected to a 4-hole outlet. If over 15 ft. (4.50 m), use...1996. Special Electrical Requirements for mobile or manufactured Homes wWARNING: To reduce the risk of theline).ELECTRICALSERVICE FORTHEDRYERSHOULDBEOFTHE MAXIMUMRATEVOLTAGELISTEDONTHE NAMEPLATE. Electrical Requirements for all applicable local regulations. Failure to follow...
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...Power Cord Ground Wire 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is connected to the outer terminal block screws. USA ONLY CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) ENGLISH wWARNING: •Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. Each colored wire should be connected to the center ... conductor. then thread a UL-listed, 30A, 240V, 4-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through the strain relief. 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the power cord to the same color screw in a short or overload...
...Power Cord Ground Wire 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on manual is connected to the outer terminal block screws. USA ONLY CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) ENGLISH wWARNING: •Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. Each colored wire should be connected to the center ... conductor. then thread a UL-listed, 30A, 240V, 4-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through the strain relief. 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the power cord to the same color screw in a short or overload...
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...; Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to the same color screw in Step 1 through the neutral conductor. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996... Screw Ground Wire 5" (12.7 cm) Ground Wire Neutral (White) Hot (Red) 1" (2.5 cm) 1 Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm) of the dryer. Cut off approximately 11⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) from the other three wires and strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the ground wire. Attach the power...
...; Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to the same color screw in Step 1 through the neutral conductor. Four-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Direct Wire • A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996... Screw Ground Wire 5" (12.7 cm) Ground Wire Neutral (White) Hot (Red) 1" (2.5 cm) 1 Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm) of the dryer. Cut off approximately 11⁄2 inches (3.8 cm) from the other three wires and strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from the ground wire. Attach the power...