LG DLHX4072 Series Owner's Manual page 20

20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Venting the dryer (cont.)
Ductwork
Recommended
(10.2 cm)
Use only for short
run installations
(6.35 cm)
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65 ft. (19.8 m)
55 ft. (16.8 m)
47 ft. (14.3 m)
36 ft. (11.0 m)
28 ft. (8.5 m)
55 ft. (16.8 m)
47 ft. (14.3 m )
41 ft. (12.5 m)
30 ft. (9.1 m)
22 ft. (6.7 m)
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NOTE
Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. It is not recommended [
to use more than four 90 ° elbows. ._
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 or semirigid 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.
, Failure to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer's warranty.
CORRECT VENTING
INCORRECT VENTING