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LG DLEX4500 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
FRANÇAIS
DLE3600*, DLG3601*
DLEX3850*, DLGX3851*
DLEX4200*, DLGX4201*
DLEX4500*, DLGX4501*
www.lg.com
MFL67652532
Rev.04_030822
Copyright © 2020-2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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  • Page 1 Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DLE3600*, DLG3601* DLEX3850*, DLGX3851* DLEX4200*, DLGX4201* DLEX4500*, DLGX4501* www.lg.com MFL67652532 Rev.04_030822 Copyright © 2020-2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 42 SMART FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis™ Function PRODUCT FEATURES 46 MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning PRODUCT OVERVIEW Parts 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Accessories FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions User Support Videos 10 INSTALLATION Before Calling for Service...
  • Page 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. Install all clothes dryer in accordance with the installation instructions of the manufacturer of dryer.
  • Page 4 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 flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing or servicing the appliance. • When moving or installing the product in a different location, call qualified service personnel for installation and service. • Keep packing materials out of the reach of children. Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation.
  • 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 product has been submerged, contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

  • Page 8: Product Features

    Steam Functions (Steam Models) LG’s steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Simply select the Steam Fresh™ cycle, or you can add a Steam option to selected cycles.

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Parts DLEX4200*, DLGX4201*, DLEX3850*, DLEX4200*, DLGX4201*, DLEX3850*, DLEX4500*, DLGX4501* DLEX4500*, DLGX4501* DLGX3851*, DLE3600*, DLG3601* DLGX3851*, DLE3600*, DLG3601* Power Cord Power Cord (gas models) (gas models) Terminal Block Terminal Block Reversible Reversible Reversible Reversible Access Panel Access Panel door door Control...

  • Page 10: Installation

    10 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. Check and choose the Level the dryer Vent the dryer proper location Connect the inlet hose Connect the Gas dryer Connect the Electric dryer (steam models) DLEX4200*, DLGX4201*, DLEX3850*,...

  • Page 11: Installation Location Requirements

    INSTALLATION Installation Location Requirements WARNING • Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer. It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are provided on the following pages. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, follow basic precautions, including the following: •...

  • Page 12: Clearances

    12 INSTALLATION Clearances 14" max.* 14" max.* (356 mm) (356 mm) 18" min.* (457 mm) 18" min.* (457 mm) 1"* 30 - 30 5"** 1"* 30 - 30 5"** 1/8" (25 mm) (127 mm) (25 mm) 1/8" (127 mm) (761 - 765mm) (761 - 765mm) 3"...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet, with Stacked Washer and Dryer 6" 3" (152 mm) (76 mm) 48 in. (310 cm 77 ½" (1968 mm) 24 in. (155 cm 3" (76 mm) 1" 5 ½" 1" 27" 1" (25 mm) (140 mm) (25 mm)

  • Page 14: Leveling The Dryer

    14 INSTALLATION Leveling the Dryer Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling feet. Unscrew the legs to raise the dryer or screw in the legs to lower it. Adjust the leveling NOTE feet until the dryer is level from side to side and •...

  • Page 15: Reversing The Door

    INSTALLATION Reversing the Door While supporting the door, remove the 2 screws on the door hinge. Remove the door. (DLEX4200*, DLGX4201*, DLEX3850*, DLGX3851*, DLE3600*, DLG3601*) Tools Required • Phillips screwdriver • Large flat blade screwdriver (recommended for hinge screws if they are tight or your Phillips screwdriver is worn) Turn the door upside down and line up the holes in the hinge with the holes on the opposite side...

  • Page 16: Reversing The Door(Dlex4500*, Dlgx4501*)

    16 INSTALLATION Reversing the Remove the two latch screws and the latch. Door(DLEX4500*, DLGX4501*) Latch Screw Latch Screw WARNING THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Insert the latch on the right side and install the WARNING latch screws. THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or Latch Latch injury to persons.

  • Page 18: Installing The Side Vent Kit

    An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be Elbow Elbow 1½" (38 mm) 1½" (38 mm) purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains duct components necessary to change the dryer vent location. Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Option 2: Bottom Venting Pull out the exhaust duct.

  • Page 19: Stacking The Dryer

    INSTALLATION Stacking the Dryer To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the following instructions. Stacking Kit Installation Make sure the surface of the washer is clean This stacking kit includes: and dry. Remove paper backing from the tape on one of the stacking kit side brackets. •...

  • Page 20: Venting The Dryer

    20 INSTALLATION Venting the Dryer WARNING WARNING • Ductwork is not provided with the dryer. You should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric The vent hood should have hinged dampers to shock, property damage, injury to persons or prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Routing and Connecting Ductwork Correct Venting 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, semi-rigid or flexible metal ductwork.

  • Page 22: Connecting The Inlet Hose (Steam Models)

    22 INSTALLATION Connecting the Inlet Hose WITHOUT WASHER: If the dryer does not share the cold water tap with a washer. (Steam Models) a. Connect the straight end of the long hose to the cold water faucet. The dryer must be connected to the cold water tap using the new water supply hose.

  • Page 23: Connecting Gas Dryers

    INSTALLATION Connecting Gas Dryers WARNING WARNING Gas Supply Requirements (continued) • Supply line requirements: Your laundry room To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric must have a rigid gas supply line to your dryer. shock, property damage, injury to persons, In the United States, an individual manual shutoff or death when using this appliance, follow valve MUST be installed within at least 6 ft.
  • Page 24 24 INSTALLATION NOTE NOTE • In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: This • DO NOT use old connectors. product must be installed by a licensed plumber Securely tighten all connections between the or gas fitter. When using ball-type gas shut off dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply.

  • Page 25: Connecting Electric Dryers

    INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers WARNING WARNING • Do not modify the plug and internal wire provided with the dryer. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric • The dryer should be connected to a 4-hole outlet. shock, property damage, injury to persons, or death when using this appliance, follow •...

  • Page 26: Final Installation Check

    26 INSTALLATION Final Installation Check Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation with the following tests and Installation Test (Duct Check). Testing Dryer Heating GAS MODELS Close the dryer door and press the Power button to turn the dryer on.

  • Page 27: Installation Test (Duct Check)

    INSTALLATION Installation Test (Duct Check) Press the START/PAUSE button. The dryer will start the test, which will last a Once you have completed the installation of the few minutes. The heat will be turned on and the dryer, use this test to make sure the condition of the temperatures in the drum will be measured.
  • Page 28 28 INSTALLATION Restricted or Blocked Airflow Check the Duct Condition If the Flow Sense™ Display is turned on, check the Avoid long runs or runs with multiple elbows or exhaust system for restrictions and damage. Repair bends. or replace the exhaust system as needed. NOTE •...

  • Page 29: Operation

    OPERATION OPERATION WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Using the Dryer Clean the Lint Filter If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the filter and remove the lint from the last load.

  • Page 30: Check The Lint Filter Before Every Load

    30 OPERATION Check the Lint Filter Before Grouping Similar Items Every Load For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be dried with the same drying cycle. Always make sure the lint filter is clean before Different fabrics have different care requirements, starting a new load;...

  • Page 31: Control Panel

    OPERATION Control Panel Non-Steam Models (DLE3600 , DLG3601 Steam Models ( DLEX3850*, DLGX3851*) Steam Models (DLEX4200 , DLGX4201 , DLEX4500 , DLGX4501 NOTE • Model numbers can be found on the cabinet inside the door.
  • Page 32 On Manual Dry cycles, these settings can be adjusted using the cycle LG’s steam technology allows you to inject fabrics modifier buttons anytime before starting the cycle. with a swirling jet of steam to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier.
  • Page 33 OPERATION DLEX4200*, DLGX4201* DLE3600 , DLG3601 DLEX3850*, DLGX3851* DLEX4500*, DLGX4501* AI Sensor Dry Indicator Cycle Completion Indicator • AI Sensor Dry optimizes drying times This portion of the display shows which stage and temperatures by detecting laundry’s of the drying cycle is currently underway (Dry or characteristics.

  • Page 34: Cycle Guide

    34 OPERATION Cycle Guide 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 dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle.
  • Page 35 OPERATION Non-Steam Models (DLE3600*, DLG3601*) = default setting = allowable option ● * = Energy Saver on by default Damp Dry Cycle Fabric Type Dry Level Temp. Wrinkle Care Signal SENSOR DRY Normal Work clothes, Med. High (between Normal* ● ●...
  • Page 36 36 OPERATION Steam Models (DLEX3850*, DLGX3851*) = default setting = allowable option ● * = Energy Saver on by default Damp Dry Reduce Cycle Fabric Type Temp. Wrinkle Care Level Signal Static SENSOR DRY Normal Med. High Work clothes, (between Normal* ●...
  • Page 37 OPERATION Steam Models (DLEX4200*, DLGX4201*, DLEX4500*, = default setting DLGX4501*) = allowable option ● * = Energy Saver on by default Damp Dry Reduce Cycle Fabric Type Temp. Wrinkle Care Level Signal Static SENSOR DRY Normal Med. High Work clothes, (between Normal* ●...

  • Page 38: Cycle Modifier Buttons

    38 OPERATION Cycle Modifier Buttons Option Buttons Sensor Dry cycles have preset settings that are The dryer features several additional cycle options to selected automatically. Manual Dry cycles have customize cycles to meet individual needs. Certain default settings, but you may also customize the option buttons also feature a special function that settings using the cycle modifier buttons.

  • Page 39: Special Functions

    Some cycle option buttons also activate secondary functions. These special functions are marked with an LG’s new steam technology injects fabrics with a asterisk (*). Press and hold the option button marked swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce with the special function to activate it.
  • Page 40 40 OPERATION The Steam Options The Reduce Static option injects steam late in the drying cycle to reduce the static electricity caused by dry fabrics rubbing together. NOTE • When Sensor Dry is selected with the Reduce Static option, the dry levels below Normal cannot be selected.
  • Page 41 OPERATION Steam Cycle Guide = default setting = allowable option ● Default Fabric Fabric Maximum Steam Temp. Time Level State Type Amount Comforter Single Bedding (1 each) Steam Turbo 31 minutes High Sanitary Steam Children’s 3 lbs. clothing Med. High (between Single Comforter...

  • Page 42: Smart Functions

    Connect your smartphone to the wireless router. Installing the LG ThinQ Application Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download and install the application.
  • Page 43 Remote Start function. Once cycle download is completed in the appliance, the appliance keeps the downloaded cycle until a Start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application on new cycle is downloaded. your smart phone. Venting Tips NOTE Provides venting tips.
  • Page 44 In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.

  • Page 45: Smart Diagnosis™ Function

    If you experience a problem with your Wi-Fi equipped appliance, it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis™ feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application.

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    46 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Maintaining Ductwork Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup Regular Cleaning once per month and cleaned at least once per year. If any noticeable reduction in airflow or drying performance occurs, immediately check ductwork for obstructions and blockages. Contact a qualified WARNING technician or service provider.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    For further assistance, there are videos and tutorials available through the LG.com website. On the lg.com/us home page, click on the Support menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select Video Tutorials. Scan this QR code to quickly access the video search page on the LG website.

  • Page 48: Before Calling For Service

    48 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service This 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 49 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solutions • Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to retain more moisture. To help reduce and maintain Large load of heavy fabrics. more consistent drying times for large and heavy fabrics, separate these items into smaller loads of a consistent size.
  • Page 50 50 TROUBLESHOOTING Performance Problem Possible Cause Solutions Fabric softener used • Confirm and follow the instructions provided with your incorrectly. fabric softener. • Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Soil from dirty Clean and dirty clothes are clothes can transfer to the clean clothes in the same or being dried together.
  • Page 51 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solutions • Use a fabric softener or the REDUCE STATIC option, if Fabric softener is not used or equipped, to reduce static electricity. Be sure to follow used incorrectly. the manufacturer’s instructions. • Overdrying a load of laundry can cause a buildup of static electricity.
  • Page 52 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Steam Functions (Steam Models) Problem Possible Cause Solutions • This is steam condensation. The Water drips from nozzle when This is normal. dripping water will stop after a short STEAM CYCLE starts time. • Small loads of 1 to 5 items work best. Garments still wrinkled after Steam Too many or overly different Load fewer garments.
  • Page 53 TROUBLESHOOTING Error Codes Problem Possible Cause Solutions Temperature sensor Error code: tE1 through tE7 • Turn off the dryer and call for service. failure. Power cord is connected • Check the connection of the power cord to Display shows error code: PS incorrectly.

  • Page 54: Warranty

    WARRANTY: Should your LG Dryer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the warranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail purchase. This warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only to a Product distributed in Canada by LG Canada or an authorized Canadian distributor thereof.
  • Page 55 Product. • Damage resulting from the misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance of the Product. Improper repair includes use of parts not approved or specified by LG Canada. Filter is clogged. Clean the lint filter.
  • Page 56 All costs associated with the above excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer. For complete warranty details and customer assistance, please call or visit our website: Call 1-888-542-2623 and select the appropriate option from the menu, or visit our website at http://www.lg.com Write your warranty information below...
  • Page 57 If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days of LG’s receipt of the Notice of Dispute, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the procedure set out herein.
  • Page 58 Limited 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 either (i) sending an e-mail to...
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  • Page 68 LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: 1-800-243-0000 U.S.A. 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...

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