LG DLEX89 0 Series Owner's Manual

LG DLEX89 0 Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
DRYER
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the
appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
DLEX89*0* / DLGX89*1*
www.lg.com
MFL67731062
Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.01_122221

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH DLEX89*0* / DLGX89*1* www.lg.com MFL67731062 Copyright © 2021 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rev.01_122221...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Final Installation Check 32 OPERATION Before Use Loading the Dryer Control Panel Dry Cycles Cycle Modifiers Options and Extra Functions 44 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Function 48 MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning 50 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Before Calling for Service 56 WARRANTY...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety for a Dryer WARNING Fire Hazard Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage. Do not install a booster fan in the exhaust duct. •...
  • Page 4: Warning Statements

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Risk of Fire Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If •...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • The appliance must be installed and electrically grounded by qualified service personnel in accordance with local codes. • Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing or servicing the appliance. • When moving or installing the appliance in a different location, call qualified service personnel for installation and service.
  • Page 6 • Do not grasp the power cord or touch the appliance controls with wet hands. • Do not modify or extend the power cord. • If the appliance has been submerged, contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
  • Page 7: Caution Statements

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not put living animals such as pets inside the appliance. • Do not put any part of your body, such as your hands or feet, or metal objects under the appliance. • Do not let your hand get pinched when opening or closing the dryer door. Maintenance •...
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation • Install the appliance on a firm and level floor. • Store and install the appliance where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Operation • Clean the lint filter before or after each load. •...
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes. Front View Control Panel Lint filters Leveling feet Reversible door Rear View...
  • Page 10 10 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Specifications Model DLEX89*0* / DLGX89*1* Please refer to the rating label for detailed Electrical Requirements information. Min. / Max. Water Pressure 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Dimensions (Width X Depth X Height) 29'' X 32 1/8'' X 40 3/4'' (74.0 cm X 81.5 cm X 103.6 cm) Maximum Depth with Door Open 59'' (151.8 cm) Gas : 151.7 lb (68.8 kg)
  • Page 11 PRODUCT OVERVIEW NOTE • For your safety and extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction or accidents caused by the use of unauthorized components or parts.
  • Page 12: Installation

    12 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this dryer or transporting it to another location. Choose the proper location. Level the appliance. Vent the appliance. Connect the inlet hose (for steam models) Connect the Gas / Electric dryer.
  • Page 13: Choosing The Proper Location

    INSTALLATION Choosing the Proper • For garage installation, you will need to place the appliance at least 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the Location floor. The standard pedestal height is 15 inches (38 cm). You will need 18 inches (45.7 cm) from the garage floor to the bottom of the appliance.
  • Page 14 14 INSTALLATION Dimensions and Clearances The following clearances are recommended for the appliance. • Additional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. • Additional clearances should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet Installation Description Dimension/Clearance...
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION Closet Ventilation Requirements Closets with doors must have both an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in the closet. One upper vent opening with a minimum opening of 48 sq. in. (310 cm ) must be installed no lower than 6 feet above the floor.
  • Page 16 16 INSTALLATION Installation Spacing for Cabinet For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. Description Dimension/Clearance Depth of Ventilation Opening 7″ (178 mm) Back Clearance 5″ (127 mm) Depth 32 1/16″ (815 mm) Front Clearance 1″...
  • Page 17: Leveling The Appliance

    INSTALLATION Leveling the Appliance and front to back. Make sure that all four leveling feet are in firm contact with the floor. WARNING • Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses. • The appliance is heavy. Two or more people are required when installing the appliance.
  • Page 18 18 INSTALLATION You will be removing the screws shown below (6 on left, 4 on right). Remove the four decorative screws on the left Move the door to the left side and line up the using a screwdriver. holes in the hinge with the holes in the cabinet.
  • Page 19: Installing The Vent Kit

    NOTE dryer with the included screw. • An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains duct components necessary to change the appliance vent location. • Right-side venting is not available on gas models.
  • Page 20: Stacking The Appliance

    20 INSTALLATION • Do not stack the washer on top of the dryer. • If appliances are already installed, disconnect them from all power, water and drain connections. This stacking kit includes: Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure it to the base of the dryer as shown.
  • Page 21: Venting The Dryer

    INSTALLATION Insert the front rail between the bottom of • Ductwork is not provided with the dryer. You the appliance and the top of the washer. Push should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. the front rail toward the back of the washer The vent hood should have hinged dampers to until it comes in contact with the side rail prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use.
  • Page 22: Connecting Gas Dryers

    22 INSTALLATION • The male end of each section of exhaust duct not cut or remove the grounding prong from must point away from the dryer. this plug. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove •...
  • Page 23: Connecting Electric Dryers

    INSTALLATION • Use only a new AGA- or CSA-certified gas supply Connect the dryer to your laundry room’s gas line (in compliance with the Standard for supply using a new flexible stainless steel Connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.24 • connector with a 3/8-inch NPT fitting.
  • Page 24 24 INSTALLATION death when using this appliance, fulfill the manual is connected to the same color screw in following requirements. the block. • Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit Electrical Requirements for Electric installations and (2) areas where local codes Models prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor.
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the 1’’ (2.5 cm) power cord to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center screw of the terminal block. 5’’ (12.7 cm) Attach the power cord ground wire to the Ground Wire green ground screw.
  • Page 26 26 INSTALLATION Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the green ground screw. White Wire moved from Ground Screw Tighten all screws securely.
  • Page 27: Connecting The Water Inlet Hose

    • Do not reuse old hoses. Use only new hoses when installing the appliance. Old hoses could leak or burst causing flooding and property Terminal block damage. Contact an LG Customer Information Center for assistance in buying hoses. UL-listed strain relief UL-listed 3-wire power cord CAUTION •...
  • Page 28 28 INSTALLATION How to Connect the Water Inlet washer hose to the washer and the other side of the Y-connector Hoses Check the fittings and seals. Inspect the threaded fitting on each hose and make sure there is a rubber seal in place in both ends of each hose to prevent leaking.
  • Page 29: Final Installation Check

    INSTALLATION inch (1.5 cm). The dryer should be checked while the dryer is running with no load. Checking Levelness Once the dryer is in its final location, recheck the dryer to be sure it is level. Make sure it is level front to back and side to side, and that all four leveling feet are in firm contact with the floor.
  • Page 30 30 INSTALLATION • This button sequence activates the problems with the exhaust duct in your home. However, since the test performed during installation test. The code will display if normal operation provides more accurate the activation is successful. information on the condition of the exhaust duct than the installation test, the results during the two tests may not be the same.
  • Page 31 INSTALLATION Excess or crushed Too many elbows or transition duct exhaust too long Check for blockages and lint buildup. Make sure the ductwork is not crushed or restricted.
  • Page 32: Operation

    32 OPERATION OPERATION Before Use WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Operation Overview Adjust Settings Default settings for the selected cycle can now be changed, if desired, using the cycle Clean the Lint Filter modifier and option buttons.
  • Page 33: Loading The Dryer

    OPERATION Woven and Loopknit Materials fingers. Push the lint filter firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning for more information. • Some woven and loopknit materials may shrink, depending on quality. Permanent Press and Synthetics • Do not overload your dryer. Take out permanent press items as soon as the dryer stops to reduce wrinkles.
  • Page 34 34 OPERATION Tumble Dry Label Directions Do not tumble dry Do not dry (used with do not wash) Heat Setting Label Directions High Medium No Heat / Air...
  • Page 35: Control Panel

    • Remote Start - With the LG ThinQ app, you can use a smartphone to control your appliance remotely. • Wi-Fi - Press and hold the Wrinkle Care button for 3 seconds to initiate the connection of the appliance to the LG ThinQ application.
  • Page 36 36 OPERATION Time and Status Display Flow Sense Indicator • The Flow Sense™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Maintaining a clean exhaust system improves operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls, saving you money.
  • Page 37: Dry Cycles

    Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in the air and adjust the drying time as needed to ensure superior results. The appliance automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle.
  • Page 38 Available: All Temperature Default: Med. High Available: Med. High Steam Cycles LG’s new steam technology injects fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Cycle Steam Sanitary Description Use this cycle to reduce bacteria on laundry using TurboSteam.
  • Page 39 Downloaded Description This cycle allows you to download a new and specialized drying cycle to your appliance with a smartphone. • Refer to the LG ThinQ smartphone application to see the cycles available for download. Selectable Drying Options Option Cycle Damp Dry †...
  • Page 40 40 OPERATION Option Cycle Damp Dry † TurboSteam Reduce Static Wrinkle Care Energy Saver Signal Heavy Duty Bedding Perm. Press Steam Sanitary (Not adjustable) Steam Fresh (Not adjustable) Delicates Small Load Towels Air Dry Speed Dry Downloaded † This option helps to reduce the energy use by drying clothes at lower temperatures than the normal mode.
  • Page 41: Cycle Modifiers

    OPERATION Cycle Modifiers About Modifier Buttons Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically. Customize these settings using the cycle modifier buttons. Repeatedly press the button for the desired modifier until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. Not every option is available with every cycle.
  • Page 42: Options And Extra Functions

    42 OPERATION Options and Extra Functions • When this function is operating, the drum will stop to allow steam to stay in the drum. Your dryer includes several additional cycle options to customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Reduce Static Select the desired option after selecting the desired cycle and settings.
  • Page 43 OPERATION Energy Saver will turn on and then turn off automatically after 4 minutes. This option helps to reduce the energy consumption of the Normal cycle, depending on the load size. When the Energy Saver option is Signal selected, the cycle begins with an air dry section and the drying time is increased.
  • Page 44: Smart Functions

    Turn off the Mobile data or Cellular Data on - Control the appliance remotely or check to see your smartphone. how much time is left in the cycle from the LG ThinQ application. NOTE • Once the remote control feature is enabled, you can start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application.
  • Page 45 SMART FUNCTIONS • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network Press and hold the Energy Saver button for 3 connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, seconds to enable the remote control or errors caused by network connection. function. • The surrounding wireless environment can make the wireless network service run slowly.
  • Page 46: Smart Diagnosis Tm Function

    This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two LG Electronics will also provide open source code conditions: to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of...
  • Page 47 SMART FUNCTIONS • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application. Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.
  • Page 48: Maintenance

    48 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They will damage the finish. Regular Cleaning Cleaning the Lint Filter Always clean the lint from the filter after every Cleaning the Exterior cycle.
  • Page 49 MAINTENANCE If the lint filter has become very dirty or clogged with fabric softener, wash the lint filter in warm, soapy water and allow it to dry thoroughly before reinstalling. NOTE • NEVER operate the appliance without the lint filter in place.
  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Scan this QR code to quickly access the video search page on the offical LG website. On the lg.com/us home page, click on the Support menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select Video Tutorials. Type Dryer in the search box on the new page and click the Search button.
  • Page 51: Before Calling For Service

    TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service The dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service.
  • Page 52 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution The appliance does House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, or power outage has occurred. not heat. • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified electrician.
  • Page 53 TROUBLESHOOTING Performance Problem Possible Cause & Solution Clothes are wrinkled. Clothes dried too long (overdried). • Overdrying a load of laundry can lead to wrinkled clothes. Try a shorter drying time or use a lower dry level setting and remove items while they still retain a slight amount of moisture.
  • Page 54 54 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Clothes have damp Very large load or very small load. Single large item such as a blanket or comforter. spots after a SENSOR • If items are too tightly packed or too sparse the sensor may have trouble reading the DRY cycle.
  • Page 55 During Wi-Fi setup, the app is requesting a password to connect to the product (on appliance and certain phones). smartphone to Wi-Fi • Locate the network name which starts with "LG" under Settings > Networks. Note the last network. part of the network name. - If the network name looks like LGE_Appliance_XX-XX-XX, enter lge12345.
  • Page 56: Warranty

    Should your LG Dryer (collectively “Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States including U.S.
  • Page 57 Or by mail: LG Electronics, P.O. Box 240007, Huntsville, AL 35813 ATTN: Customer Service PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION.
  • Page 58 Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department-Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.
  • Page 59 WARRANTY Opt Out. You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. If you opt out, neither you nor LG can require the other to participate in an arbitration proceeding. To opt out, you must send notice to LG no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the product by...
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  • Page 64 LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: U.S.A. 1-800-243-0000 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...

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