LG DL 840 E Series Owner's Manual page 12

12 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
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A Upper Ventilation Opening
B Lower Ventilation Opening
C Distance to Ventilation Opening
D Overhead Cabinet Depth
E Distance to the Overhead Cabinet/Shelf
F Depth
G Length of Door Swing
H Maximum Depth with Door Open
I Back Clearance
J Side Clearance
K Width
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
than 6 feet above the floor. One lower vent opening with a minimum opening of 24 sq. in. (155 cm
be installed no more than one foot above the floor. Install vent grilles in the door or cut down the door at
the top and bottom to form openings. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are also
acceptable.
Description Dimension/Clearance
2
2 48 sq. in. (310 cm )
2
2 24 sq. in. (155 cm )
2 3" (76 mm)
1 14" (356 mm)
18" (457 mm)
2
29 1/4" (743 mm)
22" (558 mm)
50 1/2" (1284 mm)
2 5" (127 mm)
1" (25 mm)
2
27" (686 mm)
2
) must be installed no lower
2
) must