LG DLEX4370 Series Owner's Manual

LG DLEX4370 Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
DRYER
Please read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating and keep it
handy for reference at all times.
DLEX4370*
DLGX4371*
www.lg.com
MFL67731085

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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. DLEX4370* DLGX4371* www.lg.com MFL67731085...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIAL FEATURES OPERATION Operating the Dryer Cycle Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY Sorting Loads INSTRUCTIONS Loading the Dryer Check the Lint Filter before Every Load BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Cycle Modifier Buttons CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND Special Functions TOXIC ENFORCEMEN ACT Custom Program...
  • Page 3: Special Features

    STEAM FUNCTIONS LG’s steam technology injects fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes. Simply select the STEAM FRESH™ cycle, or add a steam option to selected cycles.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:...
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. This appliance must be grounded.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to persons, follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:...
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Parts Power Cord Reversible Location Terminal door Control (Gas Block panel Models) Access Panel (Electric Models) Inlet Valve Lint filter Connection Location Leveling Exhaust Duct (Gas Models) feet Outlet Accessories Drying rack Side vent kit (3750EL1001A) (sold separately) Y connector Hose...
  • Page 10: Control Panel Features

    - LG’s steam technology injects fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Simply select the Steam Fresh™...
  • Page 11: Display

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW 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. WARNING : 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

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Installation Overview Checking and Leveling the dryer Venting the Dryer choosing the proper location 240V(USA) 120V 230V(CANADA) (Gas) (Electric) Connecting Gas Dryers Connecting Electric Dryers Plugging in the power cord (Gas Dryer Type) (Electric Dryer Type) and grounding Press and hold Installation test Test run...
  • Page 13: Installation Location Requirements

    INSTALLATION Installation Location Requirements WARNING 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. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See appliance should also be considered.
  • Page 14: Clearances With Optional Pedestal Base

    INSTALLATION Clearances with Optional Pedestal Base RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION SPACING FOR CABINET INSTALLATION 7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required spacing ** For side or bottom venting, 9"* (22.9 cm) 5"** 30" 1"* 27" (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (12.7 cm) (76.1 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm)
  • Page 15: Leveling The Dryer

    INSTALLATION Leveling the Dryer WARNING Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or counterclockwise to lower it. Raise or lower the leveling feet until the dryer is level from side to side and front to back. Make sure that all four leveling feet are in firm contact Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury with the floor.
  • Page 16: Reversing The Door

    INSTALLATION Reversing the door WARNING to follow the instructions below can result in damage Latch Screw to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons. the door. CAUTION removing the hinge screws. Hinge Screw Open Door Remove screwdriver. Door Decorative Hinge Screw...
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Reversing the door (cont.) WARNING to follow the instructions below can result in damage Decorative to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons. Hinge Screw the door. the hinge with the holes in the cabinet. Hinge hole Swing Door CAUTION installing the hinge screws.
  • Page 18: Installing The Side Vent Kit

    It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or side An adapter kit, part number , may be Cover purchased from an LG retailer. This kit contains the Plate necessary duct components to change the dryer vent ”...
  • Page 19: Venting The Dryer

    INSTALLATION 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: Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION Venting the Dryer (cont.) Ductwork Recommended Use only for short run installations / ” NOTE ROUTING AND CONNECTING DUCTWORK NOTE Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the ductwork. Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must be purchased separately.
  • Page 21: Connecting The Inlet Hose

    INSTALLATION Connecting the Inlet Hose The dryer must be connected to the cold water tap using the new water supply hose. Do not reuse old hoses. NOTE seals are supplied with each inlet hose. They are used for preventing water leaks. Make sure the connection to the cold water tap is tight.
  • Page 22: Connecting Gas Dryers

    INSTALLATION Connecting Gas Dryers WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or Failure to do so can result in fire, death.
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION Connecting Gas Dryers (cont.) Connecting the gas supply WARNING 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. The precautions, including the following: dryer is prepared for Natural Gas with a ⁄8 - inch NPT gas connection.
  • Page 24: Connecting Electric Dryers

    INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers WARNING WARNING 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: Please contact a qualified electrician to check your...
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. green ground screw to the center screw of the terminal block. Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the white neutral wire to the center terminal block screw.
  • Page 26 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor cable. and reinstallation of the dryer. green ground screw to the center screw of the terminal block. Attach the two hot leads of the power cable to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the white neutral wire to the center terminal block screw.
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the external ground screw. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Neutral Ground Screw...
  • Page 28 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor cable. and reinstallation of the dryer. outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the external fire or death. ground screw. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Neutral Ground Three-wire connection for electric dryers: Direct wire...
  • Page 29: Special Requirements For Manufactured Or Mobile Homes

    INSTALLATION Special Requirements for Final Installation Check Manufactured or Mobile Homes Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation Any installation in a manufactured or mobile home must comply with the Manufactured Home Construction and you are uncertain whether your proposed installation Testing Dryer Heating will comply with these standards, please contact a...
  • Page 30: Installation Test (Duct Check)

    INSTALLATION Installation Test (Duct Check) Once you have completed the installation of the dryer, During the test cycle, monitor the FLOW SENSE use this test to make sure the condition of the exhaust display on the control panel. If no bars are displayed, system is adequate for proper operation of the dryer.
  • Page 31 INSTALLATION Installation Test (Duct Check) (cont.) Error Code Possible Causes Solutions connected correctly, or house power power cord to the terminal block. Refer to the supply is incorrect. section of this manual for complete instructions. tripped, or power outage has occurred. increase the fuse capacity.
  • Page 32: Operation

    OPERATION OPERATION Operating the Dryer 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. Lint Filter Load the dryer with the wet laundry from the washer. If the load is extra large, you may need to divide it into smaller loads for proper performance and fabric care.
  • Page 33: Cycle Guide

    TurboSteam can only be selected if the Energy Saver is turned off. Sensor Dry Cycles Manual Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize LG’s unique dual sensor system to Use Manual Dry cycles to select a specific amount of detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in the drying time and a drying temperature.
  • Page 34: Sorting Loads

    OPERATION Sorting Loads 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. To clean, pull the lint filter straight up and roll any lint Fabric care labels off the filter with your fingers.
  • Page 35: Cycle Modifier Buttons

    OPERATION Cycle Modifier Buttons SENSOR DRY cycles have preset settings that are Your dryer features several additional cycle options to selected automatically. MANUAL DRY cycles have customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Certain default settings, but you may also customize the settings using the cycle modifier buttons.
  • Page 36: Special Functions

    OPERATION Special Functions The option buttons also activate special functions, ENERGY SAVER including CHILD LOCK. This option helps to reduce the energy consumption in Select the option by pressing the option button. Press the Cotton/Normal cycle, depending on the load size. and hold the option button to select special features When the Energy Saver option is selected, the cycle begins with an air dry section and the drying time is...
  • Page 37: Custom Program

    This cycle is recommended for use with cotton and Steam Functions LG’s new steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes. Simply select the STEAM FRESH™ cycle, or you can add a steam option to selected cycles.
  • Page 38: Steam Cycle Guide

    OPERATION Steam Functions (cont.) NOTE cycles. This is normal. WARNING clothing or blankets, leather jackets, silk, wet clothes, Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury lingerie, foam products, or electric blankets. or death. type. Do not overload. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 39: Smart Functions

    Use LG Cycle Set, Download Cycle, Smart Diagnosis™, Conveniently use the smart features to communicate Laundry Stats, and other apps by touching the LG with the appliance right from a smart phone. appliance’s Tag On logo with an NFC-equipped smart The Tag On function can only be used with most phone.
  • Page 40: 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 ON/OFF button. If your dryer is unable to turn on, then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis™.
  • Page 41: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Lint Filter Regular Cleaning Always clean the lint filter after every cycle. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
  • Page 42: 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 43 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service (cont.) Drying time is The drying time for a load will vary depending on the heat not c onsistent dampness of clothing is not consistent. the size of the load, the type of fabrics, the wetness of the clothes, and the condition of the exhaust ducts and lint filter.
  • Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service (cont.) Steam does not generate but no error code is shown Garments still wrinkled after of garments in dryer. STEAM FRESH™ There are no creases left on remove wrinkles from fabric. garment after STEAM FRESH™ Garments have static after REDUCE STATIC...
  • Page 45: User Support Videos

    LG.com website. Scan this QR code to quickly access the video Tutorials under Product Help. Search page on the LG website. Once there, Dryer in the search box on the new page and click the type Dryer in the search box.
  • Page 46: Warranty

    LG Electronics at the number below. For assistance or service, call 1-800-243-0000. If you need further assistance, you can write to LG with any questions or concerns at the address below: LG Electronics, 201 James Record Road, Huntsville, Alabama 35813...

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