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ElectricandGasDryer
DLE 5977W/D LG5988W
DLE 5977 B/D LG5988 B
DLE3777W/DLG3788W
Thank you for buying an LG dryer.
Pleaseread your owner's manual carefully, as it provides
instructions on safe installation, use, and maintenance.
Retain it for future reference and record the model and serial
numbers of your dryer.
P/No.: 3828EL3003A
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OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE Not to mention unmatched big capacity, you can benefit from good time efficiency, quiet operation and energy saving system. STAINLESSSTEELDRUM Stainless steel drum doesn't have any rust by nature so that rust-free drum keeps clothes away from stain all time. ARTISTICDESIGN Modern front panel look and big crystal-clear glass door make your house look stylish. DIGITAL FABRIC CARE Multi-level temperature control heater takes a better care on your valued clothes. EASY OF USE
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• Name : Electric and Gas Dryer • Power supply : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. • Size : 68.6X98.3X76.1 (cm) : IEC 7.3cu.ft. • Dryer capacity : 126 • Weight(Ibs) Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer. --II ACESSORIES Stacking kit (1 each) Pedestal (1 each) Dryer rack (1 each) Purchased Separately Purchased Separately 3
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SEEKING WARRANTY ASSISTANCE Warranty Service. The warranty for your dryer is printed the end of this manual. Warranty service is available by contacting your nearest LG Service Center and, for warranty period from the date of purchase, if this dryer is installed and operated according to the instructions in this manual, LG will repair or replace any of its mechanical or electrical parts if they are defective in material or workmanship. WARNINGS For your safety, the recommendations in this manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 with recommended in the user-maintenance instructions. gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that 9) Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam could ignite or explode. rubber or similarly textured r
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,_ 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 flare mable 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 death, • Immediately call your gas supplier from a exp
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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 at other parts of this manual. Installing Your
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Oncein position, adjust thelevelinglegsof thedryer until it is levelfromlefttorightandfromfrontto back.Thelevelinglegsmustremain firmlyonthe floorandthedryershould notrock. Themaximum slopeof thedryerfromlefttorightorfromfrontto backshould notexceed 2.5cm(1inch).If thedryer isnotlevel,andif theslope exceeds 2.5cm(1inch), aloadmaynottumbleproperlyandinternalsensors maymalfunction. Note:Othersections of this manual alsoprovide important information concerning theplacement of andclearances for your
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• ALTERNATE EXHAUST DIRECTIONS STEP 3: Connecting the Exhaust 1.Remove screw & exhaust duct. and Venting System. In addition to the following warnings, please refer to manual section on Exhaust Requirements and Maintenance. IMPORTANT." To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, and gas accumulation, the dryer must be vented to the outdoors. Please follow the '3 /_,, Detach and remove the bottom, left, or right instructions (and all others in this manual) very side knockout as desired. carefully. (R
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STEP 4: Connection of Gas Supply STEP 5: Electrical Plug Connections for Electric Dryer Only• (Gas dryer only). In addition to the following, please refer to manual section on Gas Requirements Following are several warnings and instructions and Instructions. concerning making the electrical connection for electric dryers. More detailed information concerning the electrical connection is provided at ii i the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements For Electric Dryer and it is important th
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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 measured by evaluating the static pressure. Static and water, with damp clothes to remove from the inside of the dryer drum/drying compartment any pressure in the exhaust duct can be measured with a dust or dirt that may have accumulated the
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Electric dryers may be vented to the outside STEP 9: Additional Instructions for 4) using the back, left, right, or bottom panel. Installation of Your Dryer 5) Gas dryers may be vented to the outside using the in a Manufactured or back, left, or bottom panel. Gas dryer may not be 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 are applicable to to the manufactured or mobile
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Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for electric dryers. A_, 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 adequate electrical power to operate the dryer. 120V/24
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Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: 4-wire connection : Direct wire (_ 3-wire receptacle (NEMA typel0-30R) Important : The places where a 4-wire connection is needed are, for example, mobile homes and areas Use the instructions at this section if your home has that local codes do not admit the use of 3-wire a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) and you connections. will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power sup
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4. Put the hooked shape ends of the wire under the screw of the terminal block(hooked end facing rightward) and squeeze the hook together and screw tightly. 5. Put the hooked shaped ends of the other power supply cable wires under the outer terminal block screws(hooked end facing right) and squeeze the hooked ends together and screw tightly. 1. Take off center terminal block screw 2. Put the hooked end of the neutral wire(white) of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal block). Sq
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Option 1: 3-Wire Connection with a Power Supply Cord If your local codes or ordinances permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire, use these instructions. If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire, use the instructions under Section 3: Optional 3-wire connection. O O C g f a. External ground connector b. Neutral grounding wire (white) c. Center silver-colored terminal block screw a. 3-wire recept
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Option 2: 4-wire connection with a Power supply cord. • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the use of a 3 wire connection, or you are installing your dryer in a mobile home, you must use a 4- wire connection. a. External ground connector c d e g b. Green or bare copper wire of power supply cord c. 3/4 in. (!. 9 cm) UL-listed strain relief d. Center silver-colored terminal block screw a. 4-wire receptable (NEMA type !4-30R) e. Neutral grounding wire (white) b. 4-pront plug f. Neutral
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Option 3: Optional 3-wire connection. • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire, use the instructions under this section. 1. Remove center terminal block screw. 2. Remove appliance neutral ground wire (white) from external ground connector screw. Connect o appliance ground wire and the neutral wire (white o or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under © center, silver colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw. 3. Conn
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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 qualified electrician to check your home's wiring and fuses
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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 Cas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. . 1. Gas supply requirements: Liquefied Petroleum If using a ri
