LG Dle4901 Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 OWNEr’S MANuAL DrYer Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. Dle4901* DlG4902* Dle4870* DlG4871* Dle4970* DlG4971* Dle5270* www.lg.com MFL62512885 MFL62512885_en_150609.indd 1 2015.6.9 3:52:7 PM...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS regular cleaning What to Do if You Smell GaS BaSic SafetY PrecautionS GrounDinG inStructionS TROUBLESHOOTING SafetY inStructionS for inStallation SafetY inStructionS for connectinG Before calling for Service electricitY SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT FEATURES USING SMART DIAGNOSIS™... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. Your safety and the safety of others is very important. -
Page 4: Basic Safety Precautions
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,... -
Page 5: Grounding Instructions
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. - Page 6 iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of injury to persons, follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long...
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Page 7: Safety Instructions For Connecting Electricity
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICITY wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,... -
Page 8: Product Features
PrODuCT FEATurES PRODUCT FEATURES EASY-TO-uSE CONTrOL PANEL Rotate the cycle selector knob to select the desired dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust settings with the touch of a button. EASY-ACCESS rEVErSiBLE DOOr The wide-opening door provides easy access for loading and unloading. The door hinge can be reversed to adjust for installation location. -
Page 9: Introducing Your Dryer
( Not on all models ) NOTE • Contact LG Customer Service at 1-800-243-0000 (1-888-542-2623 in Canada) if any accessories are missing. • For your safety and for extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction or accidents caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized components or parts. -
Page 10: Control Panel Features
iNTrODuCiNg YOur DrYEr Control Panel Features Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. -
Page 11: Display
iNTrODuCiNg YOur DrYEr Display The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your dryer. When the dryer is turned on, the light in the display will illuminate. wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. -
Page 12: Installation Instructions
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preview Installation Order Checking and choosing the Leveling the dryer Venting the dryer proper location 120V 240V(uSA) 230V(CANADA) Connecting gas dryers Plugging in the power cord and grounding Press and hold Test run installation test (refer to page 23.) MFL62512885_en_150609.indd 12 2015.6.9 3:52:17 PM... -
Page 13: Installation Location Requirements
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Installation Location Requirements wWArNiNg 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. •... -
Page 14: Leveling The Dryer
(54 cm) iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS ⁄ " (127,5 cm Clearances (cont.) Recommended Installation Spacing For Cabinet Installation • For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. 7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 2 inches (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed. -
Page 15: Reversing The Door
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Reversing the Door wWArNiNg 4. Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door frame. Remove the two plastic cover caps. Reinstall • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the hinges and cover caps on the opposite sides from the door with a stool or box that fits under the which they were removed. -
Page 16: Installing The Side Vent Kit
It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or side (right-side venting is not available on gas models). An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be Cover purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains the Plate necessary duct components to change the dryer vent location. -
Page 17: Venting The Dryer
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Venting the Dryer WArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not crush or collapse ductwork. Failure to follow • Rigid or semirigid metal ducting is recommended for use between the dryer and the wall. - Page 18 iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Venting the Dryer (cont.) Ductwork Correct Venting Maximum Length Of Number Of Wall Cap Type 4-inch Diameter 90° Elbows Rigid Metal Duct Recommended 65 ft. (19.8 m) 55 ft. (16.8 m) 4" 47 ft. (14.3 m) (10.2 cm) 36 ft.
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Page 19: Connecting Gas Dryers
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Connecting Gas Dryers wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Gas supply requirements: • Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on As shipped from the factory, this dryer is the nameplate. - Page 20 iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Connecting Gas Dryers (cont.) Connecting the gas supply wWArNiNg 1. Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry room is To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury turned OFF. Confirm that the type of gas available in to persons when using this appliance, follow basic your laundry room is appropriate for the dryer.
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Page 21: Connecting Electric Dryers
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Connecting Electric Dryers wWArNiNg wWArNiNg To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to persons when using this appliance, follow basic to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, precautions, including the following: ANSI/NFPA 70 and all applicable local regulations. -
Page 22: Special Requirements For Manufactured Or Mobile Homes
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Special Requirements for Final Installation Check Manufactured or Mobile Homes Once you have completed the installation of the dryer Any installation in a manufactured or mobile home must and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation comply with the Manufactured Home Construction and with the following tests and Installation Test (Duct Safety Standards Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard... -
Page 23: Installation Test (Duct Check)
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Installation Test (Duct check) 4. Check the display for results. Once you have completed the installation of the dryer, During the three minute test cycle, monitor the use this test to make sure the condition of the exhaust Flow Sense™... - Page 24 iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Installation Test (Duct check) (cont.) • Check the error code before you call for service Error Code Possible Causes Solutions • Temperature sensor failure • Turn off the dryer and call for tE1 or tE2 service. • Humidity sensor failure. •...
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Page 25: How To Use
HOW TO uSE HOW TO USE Operating 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. This will help ensure the fastest and most efficient drying performance. -
Page 26: Cycle Guide
Sensor dry cycles Manual dry cycles Sensor dry cycles utilize LG’s unique dual sensor system Use manual dry cycles to select a specific amount of to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and drying time and a drying temperature. When a manual... -
Page 27: Sorting Load
HOW TO uSE Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. Sorting Load Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load Fabric care labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a include instructions for proper care. -
Page 28: Cycle Settings And Options
HOW TO uSE Cycle Settings And Options RACk DRy Sensor dry cycles have preset settings that are selected automatically. Manual dry cycles have default settings, but Use Rack Dry with items, such as wool sweaters, silk, and you may also customize the settings using the cycle setting lingerie, that should dry flat. -
Page 29: Custom Program
HOW TO uSE Custom Program If you have a special combination of settings that you use frequently, you can save these settings as a custom program.. * To save a custom program: 1. Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector knob to select the desired cycle. -
Page 30: Maintenance
MAiNTENANCE MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning Cleaning the lint filter Always clean the lint from the filter after every cycle. wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: •... -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
TrOuBLESHOOTiNg TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling For Service Your dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting
TrOuBLESHOOTiNg Before Calling For Service (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Drying time is • Heat settings, load size, or • The drying time for a load will vary depending on the heat not consistent dampness of clothing is not setting, the type of heat used (electric, natural gas, or LP consistent. -
Page 33: Specifications
SPECiFiCATiONS SPECIFICATIONS Dryer Models DLE4901* DLG4902* DLE4870* DLG4871* DLE4970* DLG4971* DLE5270* Description Dryer Electrical requirements* Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. Gas requirements* NG 4-10.5 inches WC LP: 8–13 inches WC (Gas Models only) Dimensions 27” (W) X 28 ”... -
Page 34: Using Smart Diagnosis
Should you experience any problems with your dryer, it has the capability of transmitting data to your Smart Phone using the LG Smart Laundry Application or via your telephone to the LG call center. Smart Diagnosis™ cannot be activated unless your dryer is turned on by pressing the Power button. If your dryer is unable to turn on, then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis™. -
Page 35: Warranty
WARRANTY: Should your LG Dryer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the war- ranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail purchase. - Page 36 MFL62512885_en_150609.indd 36 2015.6.9 3:53:20 PM...