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OWNER'S MANUAL
DRYER
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it
handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BRE, DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE,
DF22WV2R, DF22WV2RE, DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE
MFL70442663
Rev.02_010623
Copyright © 2021-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
www.lg.com
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- Page 1 Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BRE, DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF22WV2R, DF22WV2RE, DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE www.lg.com MFL70442663 Rev.02_010623 Copyright © 2021-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRODUCT FEATURES 43 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis™ Function SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 46 MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning PRODUCT OVERVIEW Parts 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Accessories FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions User Support Videos 10 INSTALLATION Before Calling for Service... -
Page 3: Product Features
Steam Functions (Steam Models) LG’s steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Simply select the Steam Fresh™ cycle, or you can add a Steam option to selected cycles. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, scalding or injury to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: INSTALLATION • Before use, the appliance must be properly installed as described in this manual. •... - Page 6 • Do not grasp the power cord or touch the appliance controls with wet hands. • Do not modify or extend the power cord. • If the product has been submerged, contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
- Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read all instructions before using the appliance and save these instructions. • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose. • Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door of the appliance. • Do not allow children to play on, in or with the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
- Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE • Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance. All repairs and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only authorized factory parts. • Do not disassemble or repair the appliance by yourself. •...
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Page 9: Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Parts Power Power Terminal Terminal Reversible Reversible Cord Cord Block Block door door (gas (gas Control Control Access Access models) models) Panel Panel panel panel (electric (electric models) models) Lint Lint filter filter Leveling Leveling connection connection feet feet... -
Page 10: Installation
Connect the Gas dryer Connect the Electric dryer (steam models) DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BRE, DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF22BV2BRE, DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE DF22WV2R, DF22WV2RE DF22WV2R, DF22WV2RE Gas dryer Electric dryer Installation test... -
Page 11: Installation Location Requirements
INSTALLATION Installation Location Requirements WARNING • 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. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, follow basic precautions, including the following: •... -
Page 12: Clearances
12 INSTALLATION Clearances 14" max.* 14" max.* (356 mm) (356 mm) 18" min.* (457 mm) 18" min.* (457 mm) 1"* 30 - 30 5"** 1"* 30 - 30 5"** 1/8" (25 mm) (127 mm) (25 mm) 1/8" (127 mm) (761 - 765mm) (761 - 765mm) 3"... - Page 13 INSTALLATION Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet, with Stacked Washer and Dryer 6" 3" (152 mm) (76 mm) 48 in. (310 cm 77 ½" (1968 mm) 24 in. (155 cm 3" (76 mm) 1" 5 ½" 1" 27" 1" (25 mm) (140 mm) (25 mm)
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Page 14: Leveling The Dryer
14 INSTALLATION Leveling the Dryer Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling feet. Unscrew the legs to raise the dryer or screw in the legs to lower it. Adjust the leveling NOTE feet until the dryer is level from side to side and •... -
Page 15: Reversing The Door
INSTALLATION Reversing the Door While supporting the door, remove the 2 screws on the door hinge. Remove the door. Tools Required • Phillips screwdriver • Large flat blade screwdriver (recommended for hinge screws if they are tight or your Phillips screwdriver is worn) •... -
Page 16: Installing The Side Vent Kit
An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be Elbow Elbow 1½" (38 mm) 1½" (38 mm) purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains duct components necessary to change the dryer vent location. Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Option 2: Bottom Venting Pull out the exhaust duct. -
Page 17: Stacking The Dryer
INSTALLATION Stacking the Dryer To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the following instructions. Stacking Kit Installation Make sure the surface of the washer is clean This stacking kit includes: and dry. Remove paper backing from the tape on one of the stacking kit side brackets. •... -
Page 18: Venting The Dryer
18 INSTALLATION Venting the Dryer WARNING • Ductwork is not provided with the dryer. You WARNING should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. The vent hood should have hinged dampers to To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use. shock, property damage, injury to persons or •... - Page 19 INSTALLATION Routing and Connecting Ductwork Correct Venting 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. • Use 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ductwork.
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Page 20: Connecting The Inlet Hose (Steam Models)
20 INSTALLATION Connecting the Inlet Hose WITHOUT WASHER: If the dryer does not share the cold water tap with a washer. (Steam Models) a. Connect the straight end of the long hose to the cold water faucet. The dryer must be connected to the cold water tap using the new water supply hose. -
Page 21: Connecting Gas Dryers
INSTALLATION Connecting Gas Dryers WARNING Gas Supply Requirements (continued) WARNING • Supply line requirements: Your laundry room must have a rigid gas supply line to your dryer. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric In the United States, an individual manual shutoff shock, property damage, injury to persons, valve MUST be installed within at least 6 ft. - Page 22 22 INSTALLATION NOTE NOTE • In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: This • DO NOT use old connectors. product must be installed by a licensed plumber Securely tighten all connections between the or gas fitter. When using ball-type gas shut off dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply.
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Page 23: Connecting Electric Dryers
INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers WARNING WARNING • Do not modify the plug and internal wire provided with the dryer. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric • The dryer should be connected to a 4-hole outlet. shock, property damage, injury to persons, or death when using this appliance, follow •... - Page 24 24 INSTALLATION Four-Wire Power Cord Tighten all screws securely. • A UL-listed strain relief is required. • Use a 30-amp, 240-volt, 4-wire, Reinstall the terminal block access cover. UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG- Hot (Black) Hot (Black) Neutral (White) Neutral (White) minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned...
- Page 25 INSTALLATION Four-Wire Direct Wire Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws. • A UL-listed strain relief is required. • Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG- minimum copper conductor cable. Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw Allow at least 5 ft.
- Page 26 26 INSTALLATION Three-Wire Power Cord Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Hot (Black) Hot (Black) Neutral (White) Neutral (White) • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, Hot (Red) Hot (Red) 1996. Ground Screw Ground Screw •...
- Page 27 INSTALLATION Three-Wire Direct Wire Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center terminal block screw. • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. Connect the external ground (if required by local • A UL-listed strain relief is required. codes) to the green ground screw.
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Page 28: Final Installation Check
28 INSTALLATION Final Installation Check Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation with the following tests and Installation Test (Duct Check). Testing Dryer Heating GAS MODELS Close the dryer door and press the Encendido/ Apagado(Power) button to turn the dryer on. -
Page 29: Installation Test (Duct Check)
Check the display for results. the dryer. This test should be performed to alert you to any serious problems in the exhaust system of (DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BRE, DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, your home. DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE) • Your dryer features Flow Sense™, an innovative During the test cycle, monitor the Flow Sense™... - Page 30 30 INSTALLATION Restricted or Blocked Airflow Check the Duct Condition If the Flow Sense™ Display is turned on, check the Avoid long runs or runs with multiple elbows or exhaust system for restrictions and damage. Repair bends. or replace the exhaust system as needed. NOTE •...
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Page 31: Operation
OPERATION OPERATION WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Using 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. -
Page 32: Check The Lint Filter Before Every Load
32 OPERATION Check the Lint Filter Before Grouping Similar Items Every Load For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be dried with the same drying cycle. Always make sure the lint filter is clean before Different fabrics have different care requirements, starting a new load;... -
Page 33: Control Panel
OPERATION Control Panel Non-Steam Models (DF22WV2R, DF22WV2RE) Steam Models (DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BRE, DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE) NOTE • Model numbers can be found on the cabinet inside the door. - Page 34 On Secado LG’s steam technology allows you to inject fabrics Manual (Manual Dry) cycles, these settings can be with a swirling jet of steam to refresh clothes, reduce adjusted using the cycle modifier buttons anytime static, and make ironing easier.
- Page 35 OPERATION DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BRE, DF22WV2R, DF22WV2RE DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE AI Sensor Dry Indicator Cycle Completion Indicator • AI Sensor Dry optimizes drying times and This portion of the display shows which stage temperatures by detecting the laundry’s of the drying cycle is currently underway characteristics.
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Page 36: Cycle Guide
Cycle Guide Sensor de Secado (Sensor Dry) Cycles Sensor de Secado (Sensor Dry) cycles utilize LG’s unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in the air and adjust the drying time as needed to ensure superior results. - Page 37 OPERATION Non-Steam Models (DF22WV2R, DF22WV2RE) = default setting = allowable option ● * = Ahorro de Energía (Energy Saver) on by default Nivel de Alerta Secado Anti Arrugas Cycle Fabric Type Secado(Dry Temp. Húmedo(Damp (Wrinkle Care) Level) Dry Signal) SENSOR DE SECADO(SENSOR DRY) Normal Media Alta (Med.High)
- Page 38 38 OPERATION Steam Models (DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, = default setting DF22BV2BRE, DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF50BV2BR, = allowable option ● DF50BV2BRE, DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE) * = Ahorro de Energía (Energy Saver) on by default Alerta Anti Secado Reducir Nivel de Arrugas Húmedo Estática...
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Page 39: Cycle Modifier Buttons
The appliance plays a melody when the drying cycle (DF22BV2BR, DF22VV2SBR, DF22WV2BR, DF22BV2BRE, is finished. the buttons make a sound each time a DF22VV2SBRE, DF22WV2BRE, DF50BV2BR, DF50BV2BRE, button is pressed. Use this button to turn the melody DF50WV2BR, DF50WV2BRE) and button tones on or off. -
Page 40: Special Functions
Some cycle option buttons also activate secondary functions. These special functions are marked with an LG’s new steam technology injects fabrics with a asterisk (*). Press and hold the option button marked swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce with the special function to activate it. - Page 41 OPERATION The Steam Options The Reducir Estática(Reduce Static) option injects steam late in the drying cycle to reduce the static electricity caused by dry fabrics rubbing together. NOTE • When Sensor de Secado(Sensor Dry) is selected with the Reducir Estática(Reduce Static) option, the dry levels below Normal cannot be selected.
- Page 42 42 OPERATION Steam Cycle Guide = default setting = allowable option ● Default Fabric Fabric Maximum Steam Temp. Time Level State Type Amount Comforter Single Bedding (1 each) Steam Turbo 31 minutes Alta(High) Sanitary Steam Children’s 3 lbs. clothing Media Single Alta(Med.
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Page 43: Smart Functions
Connect your smartphone to the wireless router. Installing the LG ThinQ Application Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smart phone. Follow instructions to download and install the application. - Page 44 NOTE Smart Diagnosis™ • Once the Inicio Remoto(Remote Start) mode is enabled, you can start a cycle from the LG ThinQ This function provides useful information for smartphone application. If the cycle is not started, diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance the machine will wait to start the cycle until it is based on the pattern of use.
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Page 45: Smart Diagnosis™ Function
If you experience a problem with your Wi-Fi equipped appliance, it can transmit troubleshooting data to a smartphone using the LG ThinQ application. • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis™ feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application. -
Page 46: Maintenance
46 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Maintaining Ductwork Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup Regular Cleaning once per month and cleaned at least once per year. If any noticeable reduction in airflow or drying performance occurs, immediately check ductwork for obstructions and blockages. Contact a qualified WARNING technician or service provider. -
Page 47: Troubleshooting
For further assistance, there are videos and tutorials available through the LG.com website. On the lg.com/us home page, click on the Support menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select Video Tutorials. Scan this QR code to quickly access the video search page on the LG website. -
Page 48: Before Calling For Service
48 MAINTENANCE Before Calling for Service This dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. - Page 49 MAINTENANCE Problem Possible Cause Solutions • Heavy fabrics take longer to dry because they tend to retain more moisture. To help reduce and maintain Large load of heavy fabrics. more consistent drying times for large and heavy fabrics, separate these items into smaller loads of a consistent size.
- Page 50 50 MAINTENANCE Performance Problem Possible Cause Solutions Fabric softener used • Confirm and follow the instructions provided with your incorrectly. fabric softener. • Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Soil from dirty Clean and dirty clothes are clothes can transfer to the clean clothes in the same or being dried together.
- Page 51 MAINTENANCE Problem Possible Cause Solutions • Use a fabric softener or the Reducir Estática(Reduce Fabric softener is not used or Static) option, if equipped, to reduce static electricity. used incorrectly. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. • Overdrying a load of laundry can cause a buildup of static electricity.
- Page 52 52 MAINTENANCE Steam Functions (Steam Models) Problem Possible Cause Solutions • This is steam condensation. The Water drips from nozzle when This is normal. dripping water will stop after a short STEAM CYCLE starts time. • Small loads of 1 to 5 items work best. Garments still wrinkled after Steam Too many or overly different Load fewer garments.
- Page 53 MAINTENANCE Error Codes Problem Possible Cause Solutions Temperature sensor Error code: tE1 through tE7 • Turn off the dryer and call for service. failure. Power cord is connected • Check the connection of the power cord to Display shows error code: PS incorrectly.
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