LG DLE2516 Owner's Manual
LG DLE2516 Owner's Manual

LG DLE2516 Owner's Manual

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1-800-243-0000
24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE
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Electric andGasDryer
DLE2516W / DLG2526W
Thank you for buying an LG Dryer.
Please read your manual carefully, as it provides instructions
on safe Installation, use and maintenance.
Record the model and serial numbers,
and retain the manual for future reference.
For more information, visit our website at http:i/us.lge.com
P/No.: 3828EL3004E

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  • Page 1 1-800-243-0000 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE ..t" Electric andGasDryer DLE2516W / DLG2526W Thank you for buying an LG Dryer. Please read your manual carefully, as it provides instructions on safe Installation, use and maintenance.
  • Page 2 DRYERS .............................. PART 6. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS ................................. PART 7. GAS REQUEREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS ..................................PART 8. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS AND MALNTENANCE ................................PART 9. OPERATING YOUR DRYER ........................................ PART 10. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................LG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................
  • Page 3 m Type : Electric and Gas Dryer [] Rating : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. [] Size : 27 x 29.9 x 38.7(inch) [] Capacity : IEC 7.0 cu.ft. [] Weight : 126 Ibs (57,2 kg) ÷...
  • Page 4 LG Service Center. If this product is installed and operated according to the instructions in this manual, LG will repair or replace any parts defective in material or workmanship throughout the warranty period, beginning with the date of purchase.
  • Page 5: Basic Safety Precautions

    READALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE A WARNING Fory0ur s afetyl the informatio n in this manualmust hefollowed to minimizetheriskof fir e Or explosion, electric shock, orto prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Your Safety and the safety of others are very important, We have provided many important safety messages in this manual...
  • Page 6: What To Do If You Smell Gas

    READALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNINGFor Your safetylthe informationin thismanual must befollowed to minimizethe risk Offire or explosion,electricshock,or to preventpropertydamage,personalinjury,or lossof life, • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and • Installation and service must be performed by a qualified liquids in the vicinity of this appliance or any other installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
  • Page 7: Safetyinstruction Forinstallation

    READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING ForYoursafety, the informationin this manualmust befollowed to minimizethe risk of fire or explosion, e lectricshock,or to preventpropertydamage,personalinjury,or lossof life. SAFETYINSTRUCTION FORINSTALLATION A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: •...
  • Page 8 READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your Safety,the informationin this manual mustbe followed to minimizethe risk Offlreor explosion,electricshock,or to preventpropertydamage,personalinjury,or loss of life, SAFETYINSTRUCTION FOR INSTALLATION (cont.) • DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other fasteners • Rigid or semi rigid metal ducting is recommended which extend into the duct that could catch lint and use between the dryer and the wall.
  • Page 9 The following instructions will help guide you through the initial steps of setting up your dryer for use. Please note that every section of this manual provides important information regarding the preparation use of your dryer, and it is important that you review this entire manual before proceeding with any installation...
  • Page 10 Once in position, adjust the leveling legs of the dryer until it is level from left to right and front to back. The leveling legs must remain firmly on the floor and the dryer should not rock. The maximum slope of the dryer from left to right or front to back should not exceed 2.5 cm (1 inch).
  • Page 11 • ALTERNATE EXHAUST DIRECTIONS ] • Remove screw and exhaust duct. (Use exhaust kit part #3911 EZ9131X.) WARNING! • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin foil duct. • Clean old ducts before installing this dryer. •...
  • Page 12: Burner I Nputrequirements

    (Gas dryer only). In addition to the following, Following are several warnings and instructions please refer to manual section on Gas Requirements concerning making the electrical connection IBr electric and Instructions. dryers. More detailed information concerning the electrical connection is provided in the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements IBr Electric Dryer.
  • Page 13 Prior to the first use of this appliance, use all- Effective dryer operation requires appropriate dryer purpose cleaning products or a solution of detergent airflow. The adequacy of the airflow can be and water, with damp cloth to remove from the measured by evaluating the static pressure.
  • Page 14 Electric dryers may be vented to the outside using the back, left, right, or bottom panel. Gas dryers may be vented to the outside using the back, left, or bottom panel. Gas dryers may not be vented to the outside using the right side panel because of the burner housing.
  • Page 15 To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the instructions below. Secure stacking kit side bracket to the WARNI NG! washer with a screw on the back of bracket. Repeat Steps 2, 3, 4 for the other side. • The weight of the dryer and the height of installation makes the stacking procedure...
  • Page 16 Remove pedestal, installation h ardware, and Attach the double-faced tape of the bracket to the instructions fromtheshipping c arton. dryer as shown so the bent parts of the brackets align with the edge and can be attached to the Position dryer on top of the pedestal. pedestal with screws.
  • Page 17 The fonowing are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for electric dryers. Warning: The wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all applicable local regulations. Please contact a qualified electrician to check your home's wiring and fuses to ensure that your home has adequate electrical power to operate the dryer.
  • Page 18 Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: Warning : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited tk_r(1) new branch-circuit installations, mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas Use the instructions in this section if your home has where local codes prohibit grounding through the a 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) and you neutral conductor.
  • Page 19 Warning : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) use of a 3-wire connection, or you are installing areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the your dryer in a mobile home, you must use a neutral conductor.
  • Page 20 • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the If your local codes or ordinances permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire, use the instructions under this neutral wire, use these instructions.
  • Page 21 120 Volt, 60 Hertz, with 3-Prong Grounding Plug Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for gas dryers. Warning: The wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1, and all applicable local regulations.
  • Page 22 Following are important instructions and information concerning the requirements for the gas supply and service for gas dryers. Warning: The gas supply and service for a gas dryer must comply with all local codes and ordinances. In the absence of any local codes or ordinances in your area, the gas supply and service for your gas dryer must comply with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.
  • Page 23 Following are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your dryer. Warning: DO NOT exhaust dryer air into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as an attic, wall, ceiling, crawl space, chimney, gas vent, or concealed space of a building. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust the dryer with plastic or thin foil Ducting.
  • Page 24 Exhaust and Dryer Maintenance Cleaning the Lint Screen 1. Clean the lint filter either before drying each load WARNING! or after drying each load. Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a new load, - Disconnect the dryer's electric power because a clogged...
  • Page 25: Power Button

    Following areinstructions f or starting andusing yournewdryer.Please r eferto specific sections o f thismanual f or moredetailed information.Important Warning:Toreduce theriskof fire,electricshock, o rinjuryto person, read thisentiremanual, including theIMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS, b efore operating t hisdryer. • DLE2516W / DLG2526W Cycle Custom Program Time Change Selection Button...
  • Page 26 Selection 2. Manual Dry Cycles • Turn the knob to select the desired cycle based on laundry types and conditions. Use Manual Cycles to select a specific amount of drying time and a drying temperature. When a 1. Sensor Dry Cycles Manual Cycle is selected, the ESTIMATED TIME...
  • Page 27: Led Display

    Time e Button Buttons • Press MORE TIME or LESS 0 CHILD LOCK TIME until the desired drying MORE time is set. TiME 0 WRINKLE CARE (2) DAMPDRYBEEP LESS TiME Time change button is available on!y with Manual Dry, Time Dry and Rack Dry programs. OPTION P_ss _, HOLD 3 S_ TO_ErCmLDUaC_...
  • Page 28 4. Rack Dry Rack Dry is designed for use with items which are The BEEPER controls HiGH not designed for tumble drying such as sweaters, volume of the beep that is made silk or lingerie. when you press any of the Sneakers also will dry well with this option.
  • Page 29: Starting Your Dryer

    When Using Air Dry Starting your dryer 1. Before use This chart shows examples of items that can be dried using AIR DRY. • Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. • Place laundry into dryer and shut door. See Loading. •...
  • Page 30 4. To use a manual dry cycle 5. Pausing or restarting • To pause the dryer at any time: • Select a Manual Dry Cycle. Open the door or press START/PAUSE. • Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the •...
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. 1. Problem:My Dryer Won't Start • ! s the dryer plugged inl, , C0nfinn that the dryer s p!ug is securely and completely pushed into the !aunchy ..
  • Page 32 5. Problem:There Is LintOn My Clothes Please refer to tile manual section on cleaning tile lint filter, and please confirm that tile • Is your lint filter full? lint filter is clean. It is important that tile lint filter is clean before each new load of laundry.
  • Page 33 9. Problem: It TakesTooLong For My ClothesTo Dry - Did you properly S0![tyour loads of SepmTateheayy weight items f!0m light weight items when c!_eating loads. laundu? • Are you drying large loads of heavy Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to retain more moisture. To help fabrics? reduce and maintain more consistent drying times for large and heavy fabrics, separate these items into smaller loads of a consistent size.
  • Page 34 Your LG Dryer will be will repaired or replaced, at LG's option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") set forth below, effective from the date ("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of the product. This limited warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, including Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S.

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