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... for Connecting Electricity ........7 PARTS AND FEATURES Special Features 8 Key Parts and Components 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of reliable service.
... for Connecting Electricity ........7 PARTS AND FEATURES Special Features 8 Key Parts and Components 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer will provide you with simple operation and high efficiency. Your new LG Dryer combines the most advanced drying sensor technology with many years of reliable service.
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...by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use gasoline or other... or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do not touch any phone in your building. 3. This is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will follow instructions. ...
...by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. • Install the clothes dryer according to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. •Do not store or use gasoline or other... or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. Flexible venting materials are not followed. •Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do not touch any phone in your building. 3. This is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will follow instructions. ...
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..., or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the dryer. • Before use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. • Keep area around the ...further by the incomplete combustion of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to such substances. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list ...
..., or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the dryer. • Before use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. • Keep area around the ...further by the incomplete combustion of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to such substances. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act This act requires the governor of California to publish a list ...
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...it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to persons when using this appliance, follow this warning can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION ... dispose of electric shock. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is not properly grounded. • Before use, the dryer must be run with the appliance. wWARNING - above the floor for electric current. Failure to do so can be dangerous for children....
...it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to persons when using this appliance, follow this warning can result if the dryer is properly installed and grounded in accordance with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION ... dispose of electric shock. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is not properly grounded. • Before use, the dryer must be run with the appliance. wWARNING - above the floor for electric current. Failure to do so can be dangerous for children....
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... Make sure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of the exhaust system. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION Exhaust/Ducting: • Gas dryers MUST be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to clean any area of lint in any old ducts ... plastic or other fasteners which extend into the laundry area. The end cap should be 4 in. (10.2 cm) in diameter with the dryer, and you should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. Failure to the outside . In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in use...
... Make sure to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of the exhaust system. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION Exhaust/Ducting: • Gas dryers MUST be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to clean any area of lint in any old ducts ... plastic or other fasteners which extend into the laundry area. The end cap should be 4 in. (10.2 cm) in diameter with the dryer, and you should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. Failure to the outside . In special installations when it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in use...
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...straight out from fire and electrical shock. Electrical shock can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • This dryer must be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from the power cord. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 READ... ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to make sure...
...straight out from fire and electrical shock. Electrical shock can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. • This dryer must be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from the power cord. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 READ... ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWARNING For your safety, the information in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your dryer by a qualified electrician to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to make sure...
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.... SPECIAL FEATURES 1 Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob to blockages in the filter and ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Door swing can be reversed to adjust for installation location. 3 Ultra-Capacity Stainless Steel Drum with the touch of a button. 2 EASY-ACCESS ...and help minimize service calls, saving you to select the desired dry cycle. The drum is equipped with a yellow light that illuminates when the dryer door is open and turns off when the door is closed. 4 FLOWSENSE™ DUCT/FILTER BlOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM The FlowSense™ duct/filter ...
.... SPECIAL FEATURES 1 Easy-to-USE Control Panel Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob to blockages in the filter and ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Door swing can be reversed to adjust for installation location. 3 Ultra-Capacity Stainless Steel Drum with the touch of a button. 2 EASY-ACCESS ...and help minimize service calls, saving you to select the desired dry cycle. The drum is equipped with a yellow light that illuminates when the dryer door is open and turns off when the door is closed. 4 FLOWSENSE™ DUCT/FILTER BlOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM The FlowSense™ duct/filter ...
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...) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Included Accessories 3 Drying Rack Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 9 The drying rack allows items, such as sweaters, delicates, and gym shoes, to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 3 Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle option.
...) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) Included Accessories 3 Drying Rack Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer 9 The drying rack allows items, such as sweaters, delicates, and gym shoes, to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. 3 Drying Rack Use the drying rack with the RACK DRY cycle option.
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... (2.5 cm) on the following pages. Refer to open the door. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to allow for minimum vent opening requirements. A louvered door is also acceptable. • Make sure ... 18 in . (46 cm) of clearance above the floor. It is being installed in a garage, place the dryer at least 18 in . (46 cm) above the dryer. 10 IMPORTANT: Read all governing codes and ordinances. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not ...
... (2.5 cm) on the following pages. Refer to open the door. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are installing your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to allow for minimum vent opening requirements. A louvered door is also acceptable. • Make sure ... 18 in . (46 cm) of clearance above the floor. It is being installed in a garage, place the dryer at least 18 in . (46 cm) above the dryer. 10 IMPORTANT: Read all governing codes and ordinances. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not ...
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...separately) Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 INSTALLATIONS WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to Optional Accessories in this manual or to the instructions for ...76.1 cm) 4" (10 cm) 771/2" (190.5 cm) 1" (2.54 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.54 cm) OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation. Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local...
...separately) Stacking Kit (sold separately) 11 INSTALLATIONS WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to Optional Accessories in this manual or to the instructions for ...76.1 cm) 4" (10 cm) 771/2" (190.5 cm) 1" (2.54 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 1" (2.54 cm) OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES For these and other LG products, contact your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation. Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for your local...
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..., and remove the door latch. 12 Latch Screws Hinge Screws 2 Turn the door around so the hinge is level from corner to level the dryer. Reinstall the door latch and the 4 screws. Gently push on the pedestal to corner. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the ...leveling feet only as far as necessary to back. Door Latch Latch Screws Hinge Screws 1 Open the dryer door. If you are in the final location. LEVELING THE DRYER To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it . Level • All four leveling feet must be level. Test ...
..., and remove the door latch. 12 Latch Screws Hinge Screws 2 Turn the door around so the hinge is level from corner to level the dryer. Reinstall the door latch and the 4 screws. Gently push on the pedestal to corner. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the ...leveling feet only as far as necessary to back. Door Latch Latch Screws Hinge Screws 1 Open the dryer door. If you are in the final location. LEVELING THE DRYER To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it . Level • All four leveling feet must be level. Test ...
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...is not available on gas models). Bracket 2 Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the next 4-in the bottom of the dryer. Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Attach cover plate to the rear.... screw. It can also be purchased from the dryer. Pull out the exhaust duct. Insert the elbow/duct assembly through the rear opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Secure in . (10 cm) elbow...
...is not available on gas models). Bracket 2 Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the next 4-in the bottom of the dryer. Retaining Screw Rear Exhaust Duct OPTION 1: Side Venting Adapter duct 1 Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Attach cover plate to the rear.... screw. It can also be purchased from the dryer. Pull out the exhaust duct. Insert the elbow/duct assembly through the rear opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces AWAY from your LG retailer. Secure in . (10 cm) elbow...
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...instructions can result in fire or death. • To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or accumulation of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into the duct that comply with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used. Make sure to clean any... of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure to prevent backdraft when the dryer is recommended for use . You should have hinged dampers to follow these instructions can result in diameter with the appliance by the manufacturer...
...instructions can result in fire or death. • To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or accumulation of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into the duct that comply with the above recommendations, a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used. Make sure to clean any... of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this ducting will affect drying time. Failure to prevent backdraft when the dryer is recommended for use . You should have hinged dampers to follow these instructions can result in diameter with the appliance by the manufacturer...
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... possible. • The male end of each additional elbow. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on duct surfaces. IMPORTANT: Failure to use more than four 90° elbows. It is not recommended to... exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 15 Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to reduce condensation and lint buildup on ...
... possible. • The male end of each additional elbow. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on duct surfaces. IMPORTANT: Failure to use more than four 90° elbows. It is not recommended to... exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting 15 Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to reduce condensation and lint buildup on ...
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.... • DO NOT use with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from the factory, this dryer is your gas supplier, 3/8-in excess of 20 ft. (6.1 m). Electrical Requirements for Gas Models Only • Do not, under local codes ...the gas supply. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly requires the attention and tools of this dryer is insoluble in . Failure to follow this warning can be 1/2-in Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas on the nameplate. Larger tubing...
.... • DO NOT use with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from the factory, this dryer is your gas supplier, 3/8-in excess of 20 ft. (6.1 m). Electrical Requirements for Gas Models Only • Do not, under local codes ...the gas supply. grounded outlet protected by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any disassembly requires the attention and tools of this dryer is insoluble in . Failure to follow this warning can be 1/2-in Liquefied Petroleum (LP) gas on the nameplate. Larger tubing...
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... valve must be installed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. If your laundry room's gas supply using this dryer is prepared for elevations below 10,000 feet. Failure to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with local codes and regulations... Plug Gas Supply Shutoff Valve High-Altitude Installations The BTU rating of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap. 3 Connect the dryer to damage the threads of this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Installation and service must be in fire,...
... valve must be installed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. If your laundry room's gas supply using this dryer is prepared for elevations below 10,000 feet. Failure to persons when using a new flexible stainless steel connector with local codes and regulations... Plug Gas Supply Shutoff Valve High-Altitude Installations The BTU rating of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap. 3 Connect the dryer to damage the threads of this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Installation and service must be in fire,...
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...as well as required by local codes. rounding conductor must be connected to an electrical service of a different voltage than that listed on the dryer. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Any installation in fire, explosion, or death. 18 Failure to do so... shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow these instructions can be fused on the following : • This dryer must be used where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral wire. Special Electrical Requirements for field installation in length, use...
...as well as required by local codes. rounding conductor must be connected to an electrical service of a different voltage than that listed on the dryer. Failure to follow basic precautions, including the following: • Any installation in fire, explosion, or death. 18 Failure to do so... shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow these instructions can be fused on the following : • This dryer must be used where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral wire. Special Electrical Requirements for field installation in length, use...
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... wire should be connected to the center terminal block screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back of the dryer. Ground Screw Power Cord Ground Wire 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the power cord to follow these instructions... neutral wire to same color screw. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 19 Attach the two hot leads of the terminal block. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through the strain...
... wire should be connected to the center terminal block screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back of the dryer. Ground Screw Power Cord Ground Wire 2 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the power cord to follow these instructions... neutral wire to same color screw. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 19 Attach the two hot leads of the terminal block. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through the strain...
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... from the wire. then thread the power cable prepared in block. Attach the power cable ground wire to the terminal block. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 2 Remove the terminal ...a short or overload. • Grounding through the strain relief. Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from each wire. Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is connected to the outer terminal ...
... from the wire. then thread the power cable prepared in block. Attach the power cable ground wire to the terminal block. CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) wWARNING: • Connect the power cord to the green ground screw. UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 2 Remove the terminal ...a short or overload. • Grounding through the strain relief. Hot Neutral Hot (Black) (White) (Red) Ground Screw Ground Wire 3 Transfer the dryer's ground wire from each wire. Tighten all new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is connected to the outer terminal ...
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...terminal block. then thread a UL-listed, 30A, 240V, 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is prohibited for... a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is required. Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the center terminal block screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back ...
...terminal block. then thread a UL-listed, 30A, 240V, 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor power cord through -hole; Three-Wire Connection for Electric Dryers: Power Cord • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is prohibited for... a short or overload. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is required. Ground Wire 2 Attach the two hot leads of the dryer. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the center terminal block screw. Wire color indicated on the upper back ...