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LG D7188RM 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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Thank you for buying a 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:iius.lge.com
P/No.: 3828EL3010A

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  • Page 1 1-800-243-0000 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LG CUSTOMER SERVICE _ ¢ '/,, 4_" """n Ir_;_9_ ,_Y_'_!i , ,rsi,_[ ,'_;"i ,_: _',_"r _ r,±j, Electric andGasDryer DLE7177WNl/DLG7188WiVi DLE7177NiVI/DLG7188NM DLE7177RIVI/DLG7188RM Thank you for buying a LG Dryer. Please read your manual carefully, as it provides instructions on safe Installation, Use and Maintenance.
  • Page 2 FOR ELECTRIC DRYER ............................. 15-18 PART6. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS ................................PART7. GAS REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS ..................................PART8. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTENANCE ............................... 21-22 PART9. OPERATING YOUR DRYER ......................................23-30 PART10. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................31-33 LG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................
  • Page 3 [] 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 7.3cu.ft. (22.5 Ib) [] Weight : 126 Ibs (57.2 kg) Specifications are subject to change...
  • Page 4 Serial Number when requesting Warranty Service. Proof of purchase date is required. Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new LG dryer. Model Serial Date of Purchase -_I_ Staple your receipt HERE.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read all instructions beti_re using the appliance. 8) Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically 2) Do not dry articles that have come into contact with recommended in the user-maintenance instructions.

  • Page 6: What To Do If You Smell Gas

    WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn WARNINGS on any gas or electrical appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switches. Do not • Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
  • Page 7 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 and use of your dryer, and it is important that you review this entire manual before proceeding with any installation or use.
  • Page 8 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 9: Exhaust Directions

    • ALTERNATE EXHAUST DIRECTIONS ]. Remove screw and exhaust duct. WARNINGS • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin foil duct. • Failure to follow these instructions result in death or fire. 2- |. Detach and remove the knockout that •...
  • Page 10 (Gas dryer only). In addition to the following, Following are several warnings and instructions concerning making the electrical connection li)r electric please refer to manual section on Gas Requirements and Instructions. dryers. More detailed inli)rmation concerning the electrical connection is provided in the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements for Electric Dryer.

  • Page 11: Maximum Static Pressure In Water Column

    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 12 4) Electric dryers may be vented to the outside using the back, left, right, or bottom panel. 5) Gas dryers may be vented to the outside using the back, left, or bottom panel. Gas dryer may not be vented to the outside using the right side panel because of the burner housing.
  • Page 13 To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the instructions below. Secure stacking kit side bracket to the washer with a screw on the back of bracket. WARNINGS Repeat Steps 2, 3, 4 for the other side. Incorrect Installation can cause serious accidents.
  • Page 14 Attach the double-sided tape of the bracket to the Remove pedestal, installation hardware, and dryer as shown so the bent parts of the brackets instructions from the shipping carton. align with the edge and can be attached to the pedestal with screws. Position dryer on top of the pedestal.
  • Page 15 Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for electric dryers. Important Warning: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all applicable local regulations.
  • Page 16 Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: Important : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, and (3) recreational vehicles, and Use the instructions in this section if your home has (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through a 4-wire receptacle (NEMA...
  • Page 17 Important : Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited tbr (1) new branch-circuit installations, • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the (2) mobile homes, and (3) recreational vehicles, and use of a 3 wire connection, or you are installing (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through your dryer in a mobile home, you must use a 4- the neutral conductor.
  • Page 18 • 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 19 120 Volt, 60 Hertz, with 3-Prong Grounding Plug Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for gas dryers. hnportant Warning: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian...
  • Page 20 Following are important instructions and information concerning the requirements for the gas supply and service for gas dryers. hnportant 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 Z223.1/NFPA...
  • Page 21 Following are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your dryer. hnportant Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or accumulation of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as an attic, wall, ceiling, crawl space, chimney, vent, or concealed space of a building.
  • Page 22 Cleaning the Lint Screen Exhaust and Dryer Maintenance 1. Clean the lint filter either before drying each load WARNINGs 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...

  • Page 23: Cycle Selector

    Followiug areinstructions f or starting andusing youruewdryer.Please r eferto specific sectious o f thismauual for moredetailed information. I mportaut Warning:Toreduce theriskof fire,electricshock, o r injuryto person, read thiseutiremanual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. m DLE7177WM/DLG7188WM/DLE7177NM/DLG7188NM/DLE7177RM/DLG7188RM STATUS. dean Filter Time change Wrinkle Care EST.
  • Page 24 Selection 2. Manual Dry Cycles • By dialing the knob, 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 25 Status/Clean Filter/Wrinkle CareIndicator 2, Rack Dry • It shows status of drying operation. When Wrinkle Rack Dry is designed for use with Care is selected, this option items which are not designed light will glow. When power is on, Check Filter is tumble drying such as sweaters, displayed until start/pause...
  • Page 26 3. Wrinkle Care Manual Default Time* This option helps to prevent Cycles Load Type lemp! (Minutes) wrinkles in your laundry. When you select the wrinkle free option, the dryer SPEED will periodically tumble for up to three hours after SMALL LOADS High the cycle has completed.
  • Page 27 Level • Use this button to set dry level @ VERY DRY • First, select sensor dry cycle. © MORE DRY • Select dry level to adjust how much you want to dry the load. As the cycle runs, the control senses NORMAL the dryness of the load and adjusts the time automatically based on the selected dryness...
  • Page 28 4. To use a manual dry cycle 5. Pausing or restarting To pause the dryer any time • Select a Manual Dry Cycle. Open the door or press START/PAUSE once. • Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying time is displayed. Tap MORE TIME To restart the dryer...
  • Page 29 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 • Is the dryer plugged in'? Confirm that the dryer's plug is securely and Completely pushed into the laundry room's power outlet •...
  • Page 30 5.Problem:There is Linton my Clothes • Is your lint filter lull? Please refer to the manual section on cleaning the lint filter, and please confirm that the lint filter is clean. It is important that the lint filter is clean beti)re each new load of laundry.
  • Page 31 8.Problem:It takes too long for my clothesto dry , Did you properly Sort your loads ot Separate heavy weight items from light weight items when Creating loads. laundry? • Are you drying large loads of heavy Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to retain more moisture.
  • Page 32 LG Electronics Inc. will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product if it proves to be defective material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the date of original consumer purchase of the product.

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