LG DLE0442W Owner's Manual
Electric and gas dryer
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- Page 1 Electric andGasDryer DLE0442W/DLG0452W DLE0442S/DLG0452S DLE5944WM/DLG5955WM Dryer. irefully, as it provides instructions Maintenance. ]umbers, and retain at http://us.lge.com P/No.: 3828EL4001H...
- Page 2 FOR ELECTRIC DRYER ......................14-17 PART6. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DRYERS ......................... PART7. GAS REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS ............................. PART8. EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTENANCE ........................20-21 PART9. OPERATING YOUR DRYER ................................22-27 PART10. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................... 28-30 LG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................
- Page 3 • Type Electric and Gas Dryer • Rating Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. • Size 27 x 30 x 42.75(inch) • Capacity IEC 7.3cu.ft. (22.5 Ib) • Weight 126 Ibs (57.2 kg) Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer. ACCESSORIES .--m Remote Laundry...
- 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 No. Date of Purchase _I_ Staple your receipt HERE.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS help reduce any risk of electric shock, fire, or other personal or property injury 1) Read all instructions betbre 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...
- Page 6 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn WARNING! 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 instructionswill help guideyou throughthe initial steps of settingupyour dryerfor use. Please notethateverysectionof this manualprovidesimportantinformationregardingthe preparation and useof your dryer,andit is importantthatyoureview this entiremanualbeforeproceeding with any installationor use. More detailedinstructionsconcerningelectricalconnections, g asconnections, a nd exhaustrequirements a reprovidedat otherpartsof this manual. Certain minimum clearances are required above, behind, and to the sides of the unit, as...
- Page 8 Once in position, adjust the leveling legs of the dryer until it is level from left to right and from 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 from front to back should not exceed 2.5 cm (1 inch).
- Page 9 • ALTERNATE EXHAUST DIRECTIONS Remove a screw and exhaust duct. WARNING! • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use a plastic vent. • Do not use a metal foil vent. • Failure to follow these instructions 2-1. Detach and remove the knockout that result in death or fire matches the desired venting direction •...
- Page 10 (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 lBr electric and Instructions. dryers. More detailed information concerning the electrical connection is provided at the manual section entitled Electrical Requirements For Electric Dryer and it is important that you thoroughly...
- Page 11 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 clothes to remove from the measured by evaluating the static pressure.
- Page 12 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 dryer may not be vented to the outside using the right side panel because of the burner housing.
- Page 13 Attach the double-faced 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 Position dryer on top of the pedestal. pedestal with screws.
- Page 14 Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for electric dryers. Warning: Important 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 15 Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: Important : use 4-wire connection in the places such as mobile homes and areas where 3-wire connections Use the instructions at this section if your home has is not available.
- Page 16 Important : use 3-wire connection in the places such as mobile homes and areas where 3-wire • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the connections is not available. use of a 3 wire connection, or you are installing your dryer in a mobile home, you must use a 4- Prepare minimum...
- Page 17 • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the If yourlocalcodes or ordinances permitthe connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the connection o f aframe-grounding conductor tothe neutral wire, use the instructions under this neutral w ire,usethese instructions. If yourlocal section.
- Page 18 120 Volt, 60 Hertz, with 3-Prong Grounding Plug Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for gas 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, or the Canadian Electrical...
- Page 19 Following are important instructions and information concerning the requirements for the gas supply and service for gas dryers. Important 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...
- Page 20 Following are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your dryer. Important 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, gas vent, or concealed space of a building.
- Page 21 Cleaning the Lint Screen Exhaust and Dryer Maintenance 1. Clean the lint filter either before drying each load WARNING! or alter drying each load. Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a new load, Disconnect the dryer!s e!ectric Power because a clogged lint filter may increase drying prior to any cleaning...
- Page 22 Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. Important Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to person, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instr,dions, before operating...
- Page 23 Button 1. More Time / Less Time 5. Rack Dry • Press MORE TIME or Rack Dry is designed for use with items LESS TIME until the which are not available for tumble desired drying time is drying such as sweaters, silk or lingerie.
- Page 24 Level Time Dry • Use this button to set dry level Use Time Dry Option to change Drying Time on your own. • First, select sensor dry cycle. You can select the desired operation • Select dry level to adjust how time manually by pressing Time Dry...
- Page 25 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...
- Page 26 Starting your dryer 1 Before use 4 To use a sensor dry cycle • Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. • Select a Manual Dry Cycle. • Place laundry into dryer and shut door. See Loading. • Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the •...
- Page 27 1.Open the door and pull the filter straight 2.Clean the filter using one of following ways in cases. Run the fingers across the filter Clean the door and its opening 1. Wipe out the door opening. Otherwise, build-ups of dirty and (_ Vacuum the lint filter foreign...
- Page 28 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 p!ug is securely and completely pushed int0 the laundry _ower outlet •...
- Page 29 4.Problem:There is Lint on my Clothes • Is your lint filter full? 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 before each new load of laundry.
- Page 30 7.Problem:It takes too long for my clothes to dry ' Did you properly sort your loads of "-............Separate heavy weight items from light weight items when creating loads. laundry9 • Are you drying large loads of heavy Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to retain more moisture.
- Page 31 THISWARRANTY IS IN LIEUOF ANY OTHERWARRANTIES,EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUTLIMITATION,ANY WARRANTYOF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.TO THEEXTENTANY IMPLIEDWARRANTYIS REQUIREDBY IAW, IT IS LIMITEDIN DURATIONTO THE EXPRESS WARRANTYPERIODABOVE. LG WILL NOT BELIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, I NDIRECT,OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOSTREVENUES OR PROFITS, I N CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT.