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PRODUCT FEATURES OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE 1 Not to mention unmatched big capacity, you can benefit from good time efficiency, quiet operation and energy saving system. STAINLESS STEEL DRUM 2 Stainless steel drum doesn’t generate any rust by nature so that rust-free drum keeps clothes away from stain all time. ARTISTIC DESIGN 3 Modern front panel look and big crystal-clear glass door make your dryer look stylish. DIGITAL FABRIC CARE 4 Multi-Level temperature control takes better care of your cloth
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Part 1 SPECIFICATIONS Type : Electric and Gas Dryer Rating : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. Size : 27 x 30 x 42.75(inch) Capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. (22.5 lb) Weight : 126 Ibs (57.2 kg) Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer. ACCESSORIES Remote Laundry Dryer rack (1 each) Pedestal (1 each) Monitor Purchased Separately Purchased Separately (DLE5944WM, DLG5955WM) See page 26 for how to use. See page 14 for how to use. 3
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Part 2 IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SEEKING WARRANTY ASSISTANCE The Warranty for your Dryer is located at the end of this manual. Warranty Service is available by contacting your nearest LG Service Center. If this product is installed and operated per this manual, LG will repair or replace any parts defective in material or workmanship throughout the Warranty period, beginning the Date of Purchase. ! WARNING! For your safety, the recommendations in this manual must be followed.
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Part 2 IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING! To help reduce any risk of electric shock, fire, or other personal or property injury when using your dryer, please exercise care and follow basic safety precautions, including the following: 1) Read all instructions before using the appliance. 8) Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically 2) Do not dry articles that have come into contact wit
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Part 2 IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL ! GAS: • Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn ! WARNING! on any gas or electrical appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switches. Do not • Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. use any phone in your building. • Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor • Clear the room, building or area of all for a garage installation. occupants. • Failure to do so can result in deat
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Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER The following instructions will help guide you through the initial steps of setting up your dryer for use. Please note that every section of this manual provides important information regarding the preparation and use of your dryer, and it is important that you review this entire manual before proceeding with any installation or use. More detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are provided
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Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER Once in position, adjust the leveling legs of the dryer until it is level from left to right and from front to 1 back. The leveling legs must remain firmly on the floor and the dryer should not rock. The maximum slope of the dryer from left to right or from front to back should not exceed 2.5 cm (1 inch). If the dryer is not level, and if the slope exceeds 2.5 cm (1 inch), a load may not tumble properly and internal sensors may malfunction. Note
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Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER ■ ALTERNATE EXHAUST DIRECTIONS STEP 3 Connecting the Exhaust 1. Remove a screw and exhaust duct. and Venting System. ! WARNING! • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use a plastic vent. • Do not use a metal foil vent. • Failure to follow these instructions can 2-1. Detach and remove the knockout that result in death or fire. matches the desired venting direction • Clean old ducts before installing this dryer (Right side not available on Gas Dryer
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Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER STEP 4 Connection of Gas Supply STEP 5 Electrical Plug Connections (Gas dryer only). In addition to the following, Following are several warnings and instructions please refer to manual section on Gas Requirements concerning making the electrical connection for electric dryers. More detailed information concerning the and Instructions. electrical connection is provided at the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements For Electric Dryer and
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Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER STEP 6 Preparation of the Dryer. STEP 8 Dryer Airflow. Prior to the first use of this appliance, use all- Effective dryer operation requires appropriate dryer purpose cleaning products or a solution of detergent airflow. The adequacy of the airflow can be and water, with damp clothes to remove from the measured by evaluating the static pressure. Static inside of the dryer drum/drying compartment any pressure in the exhaust duct can be measured wit
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Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER 4) Electric dryers may be vented to the outside STEP 9 Additional Instructions using the back, left, right, or bottom panel. for Installation of Your 5) Gas dryers may be vented to the outside using the Dryer in a Manufactured back, left, or bottom panel. Gas dryer may not be or Mobile Home. vented to the outside using the right side panel because of the burner housing. 6) The dryer exhaust duct must be affixed securely The following instructions
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Part 4 ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION Pedestal Installation Instructions 1 4 2 5 1) Shut off Gas 2) Unplug Power Cord 3) Disconnect Gas Line from Dryer 4) Pull away and loosen vent clamp. Disconnect venting. for washer/ combo for dryer 6 for dryer for washer/ combo 7 3 13
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Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for electric dryers. ! Important 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 a
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Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: 4-wire connection : Direct wire 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type14-30R) Important : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile Use the instructions at this section if your home has homes, and (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where a 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) and you local
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Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS 3-wire connection : Direct wire Option 1: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. Important : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, • lf your local codes or ordinances do not allow the (2) mobile homes, and (3) recreational vehicles, and use of a 3 wire connection, or you are installing (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through your dryer in a mobile home, you must use
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Part 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS Option 3: Optional 3-wire Option 2: 3-Wire Connection with a Power Supply Cord connection. • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the lf your local codes or ordinances permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire, use the instructions under this neutral wire, use these instructions. If your local section. codes or ordinances do not allow the connection of a
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Part 6 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS 120 Volt, 60 Hertz, with 3-Prong Grounding Plug Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for gas dryers. ! Important 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, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1, and all applicable local regulations. Please contact a qualifi
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Part 7 GAS REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS Following are important instructions and information concerning the requirements for the gas supply and service for gas dryers. Important Warning: The gas supply and service for a gas dryer must comply with all local codes ! and ordinances. In the absence of any local codes or ordinances in your area, the gas supply and service for your gas dryer must comply with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. 1. Gas sup
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Part 8 EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTENANCE Following are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your dryer. Important Warning: 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. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust the dryer with plastic or thin foil ductin
