LG DLG2351W Owner's Manual page 36

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
Problem
Drying time is not
consistent
Clothes take too
long to dry
Clothes are wrinkled
Clothes are shrinking
CHECK FILTER light
is on during the
drying cycle
FLOW SENSE
indicator light is on
during the drying
cycle
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(cont.)
Possible Causes
• Heat settings, load size, or
dampness of clothing is not
consistent.
• Load is not properly sorted.
• Large load of heavy fabrics.
• Dryer controls are not set
properly.
• Lint filter needs to be
cleaned.
• Exhaust ducts blocked, dirty,
or duct run is too long.
• House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker has tripped, or
power outage has occurred.
• Dryer is overloaded.
• Dryer is underloaded.
• Clothes dried too long
(overdried).
• Clothes left in dryer too long
after cycle ends.
• Garment care instructions
are not being followed.
• Lint filter is almost clogged
or full.
• Ductwork is too long or has
too many turns/restrictions.
• Significant blockage of the
ductwork due to lint buildup
or debris.
• The appliance has detected
a restriction in the external
dryer venting.
Solutions
• The drying time for a load will vary depending on the
heat setting, the type of heat used (electric, natural
gas, or LP gas), the size of the load, the type of
fabrics, the wetness of the clothes, and the condition
of the exhaust ducts and lint filter.
• Separate heavy items from lightweight items. Larger
and heavier items take longer to dry.
• Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend
to retain more moisture. To help reduce and maintain
more consistent drying times for large and heavy
fabrics, separate these items into smaller loads of
a consistent size.
• Use the appropriate control settings for the type of
load you are drying.
• Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every load.
With some loads that produce high amounts of lint, it
may be necessary to clean the filter during the cycle.
• Confirm that the exhaust ductwork is properly
configured and free of debris, lint, and obstructions.
Make sure that outside wall dampers can open
properly and are not blocked, jammed, or damaged.
• 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.
• Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
• If you are drying a very small load, add a few extra
items to ensure proper tumbling action.
• Overdrying a load of laundry can lead to wrinkled
clothes. Try a shorter drying time, and remove items
while they still retain a slight amount of moisture.
• Remove items from the dryer immediately at the end of
the cycle. Use the WRINKLE CARE option to continue
tumbling clothes at the end of the cycle, for up to 3
hours.
• To avoid shrinkage, please carefully follow the fabric
care instructions for your garment, because some
fabrics will naturally shrink when washed. Other fabrics
can be washed but will shrink when dried in a dryer. Use
a low or no heat setting.
• Pause the drying cycle and clean the lint filter.
• Install a shorter or straighter duct run. See the
Installation Instructions.
• D uctwork should be checked/cleaned soon.
Dryer can be used in this condition, but drying times
may be longer.
• If exhaust restrictions are sensed by the FLOW SENSE
system, the indicator will remain on for two hours after
the end of the cycle. Opening the door or pressing the
POWER button will turn off the display.