30 OPERATION Before Use Loading the Dryer Control Panel Dry Cycles Cycle Modifiers Options and Extra Functions 40 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Function 44 MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning 46 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Before Calling for Service 52 LIMITED WARRANTY...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety for a Dryer WARNING Fire Hazard Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage. Do not install a booster fan in the exhaust duct. •...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Risk of Fire Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If •...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • The appliance must be installed and electrically grounded by qualified service personnel in accordance with local codes. • Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing or servicing the appliance. • When moving or installing the appliance in a different location, call qualified service personnel for installation and service.
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• Do not grasp the power cord or touch the appliance controls with wet hands. • Do not modify or extend the power cord. • If the appliance has been submerged, contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not put living animals such as pets inside the appliance. • Do not put any part of your body, such as your hands or feet, or metal objects under the appliance. • Do not let your hand get pinched when opening or closing the dryer door. •...
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes. Front View Control panel Lint filter Leveling feet Reversible door Rear View...
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Specifications Model DL*840**E / DL*848**E Description Non-steam Dryer Please refer to the rating label for detailed Electrical Requirements information. Dimensions (Width X Depth X Height) 27'' X 29 1/4'' X 42 3/4'' (68.6 cm X 74.3 cm X 108.7 cm) Maximum Depth with Door Open 50 1/2'' (128.4 cm) Gas : 121.3 lb (55.0 kg)
10 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this dryer or transporting it to another location. Choose the proper location. Level the appliance. Vent the appliance. Connect the Gas / Electric dryer. •...
INSTALLATION Choosing the Proper • For garage installation, you will need to place the appliance at least 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the Location floor. The standard pedestal height is 15 inches (38 cm). You will need 18 inches (45.7 cm) from the garage floor to the bottom of the appliance.
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12 INSTALLATION Dimensions and Clearances The following clearances are recommended for the appliance. • Additional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. • Additional clearances should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet Installation Description Dimension/Clearance...
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INSTALLATION NOTE • There should be at least a little space around the dryer (or any other appliance) to eliminate the transfer of vibration from one appliance to another. If there is enough vibration, it could cause appliances to make noise or come into contact, causing paint damage and further increasing noise. •...
14 INSTALLATION Leveling the Appliance NOTE • If you are installing the appliance on the optional WARNING pedestal, you must use the leveling feet on the • Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses. pedestal to level the appliance. The appliance leveling feet should be fully retracted.
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INSTALLATION Do NOT remove the upper screw behind the hinge bracket. Set the parts aside. CAUTION • Do NOT remove any of the eight screws on the face of the cabinet (marked below). Doing so Remove the four hinge screws. could result in damage to the dryer and the need •...
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16 INSTALLATION Reverse the components inside the door. • You will now be removing and reversing various components inside the door. See a few page later for a detailed diagram and identification of the inner structure and parts of the door. (The diagram shows the “before view”...
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INSTALLATION hinge bracket out. Set it aside. Remove the two screws from the lower hinge assembly on the bottom left and lift the hinge assembly out. Reverse the upper hinge assembly and hinge filler. • Carefully lift the upper hinge assembly- inner top lock rod (on the left) out of the outer door frame.
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18 INSTALLATION compartment and insert the interlock Install the side lock rod. button on top of it. • Flip the side lock rod over and install it on the opposite side. Insert the lower end into the left hinge and lower the rod into the guides on the door while compressing the spring inside the recess.
NOTE • An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains duct components necessary to change the appliance vent location. • While supporting the door, install the two small hinge screws removed from the •...
20 INSTALLATION duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer as shown. Insert the 4" (10.2 cm) elbow through the rear opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Be sure that the male end of the elbow Preassemble a 4"...
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INSTALLATION should be kept as short as possible. Make sure to comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer clean any old ducts before installing the new Transition Duct, Subject 2158A, should be used. dryer. • Rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ducting is recommended for use between the dryer and Routing and Connecting Ductwork the wall.
22 INSTALLATION Connecting Gas Dryers ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer, in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 or Canadian gas installation code CSA B149.1. A 1/8-inch NPT WARNING pipe plug must be installed. • To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric •...
INSTALLATION High-Altitude Installations Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry The BTU rating of this dryer is AGA-certified for room is turned OFF and the dryer is elevations below 10,000 feet. unplugged. Confirm that the type of gas available in your laundry room is appropriate If your gas dryer is being installed at an elevation for the dryer.
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24 INSTALLATION Thread a 30-amp, 240-volt, 4-wire, UL-listed WARNING power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper • The power cord (pigtail) connection between the conductor through the strain relief. wall receptacle and the appliance terminal block IS NOT supplied with the appliance. Type of pigtail and gauge of wire must conform to local codes and with instructions on the following pages.
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INSTALLATION Power Cord Ground Wire UL-Listed Strain Relief Ground Screw UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord Four-Wire Direct Wire Transfer the appliance's ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center of the terminal block. • A UL-listed strain relief is required.
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26 INSTALLATION • Use a 30-amp, 240-volt, 3-wire, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the appliance. Install the UL-listed strain relief into the White Wire from Dryer Harness power cord through-hole.
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. Test Dryer Heating Gas Models Terminal block Close the dryer door and press the Power button UL-listed strain relief to turn the dryer on.
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28 INSTALLATION performed to alert you to any serious problems in End of cycle. the exhaust system of your home. • At the end of the test cycle, will display. • Your appliance features Flow Sense , an The test cycle will end and the appliance will innovative sensing system that automatically shut off automatically after a short delay.
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INSTALLATION Error Possible Cause & Solution Code Gas supply or service turned off. (Gas Model only.) • Confirm that house gas shutoff and the dryer gas shutoff are both fully open. Restricted or Blocked Airflow Avoid long runs or runs with multiple elbows or bends.
30 OPERATION OPERATION Before Use WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Operation Overview Adjust Settings Default settings for the selected cycle can now be changed, if desired, using the cycle Clean the Lint Filter modifier and option buttons.
OPERATION fingers. Push the lint filter firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning for more information. Loading the Dryer Always ensure that the lint filter is properly installed before running the dryer. Running the NOTE dryer with a loose or missing lint filter will damage •...
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32 OPERATION Permanent Press and Synthetics Heat Setting • Do not overload your dryer. Take out permanent press items as soon as the dryer stops to reduce Label Directions wrinkles. High Baby Clothes and Nightgowns Medium • Always check the manufacturer’s instructions. Rubber and Plastics •...
OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Power Button • Press the button to turn the appliance on. Press again to turn the appliance off. NOTE • Pressing the Power button during a cycle will cancel that cycle, and any load settings will be lost. Cycle Selector Knob •...
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34 OPERATION Time and Status Display Flow Sense Indicator • The Flow Sense™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Maintaining a clean exhaust system improves operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls, saving you money.
OPERATION Dry Cycles Turn the knob or press the button to select the desired cycle. When you select a dry cycle the light for the corresponding dry cycle will turn on. Cycle Guide Cycle Normal Description Use this cycle for drying all normal items such as cotton, linen, shirts, jeans or mixed loads, except delicate fabrics such as wool or silk.
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This cycle allows you to download a new and specialized drying cycle to your appliance with a smartphone. • Refer to the LG ThinQ smartphone application to see the cycles available for download. • The default cycle is Antibacterial. This cycle is also available for download.
OPERATION Cycle Modifiers About Modifier Buttons Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically. Customize these settings using the cycle modifier buttons. Repeatedly press the button for the desired modifier until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. Not every option is available with every cycle.
38 OPERATION Options and Extra Functions Wrinkle Care Selecting this option will tumble the load Your dryer includes several additional cycle periodically for up to 3 hours after the selected options to customize cycles to meet your individual cycle, or until the door is opened. This is helpful in needs.
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OPERATION • Turning off the power will not reset this function. You must deactivate this function before you can access any other options and functions. Locking/Unlocking the Control Panel Turn on the power. Press and hold the Air Dry button for 3 seconds to activate/deactivate this function.
• Remote Control - Control the appliance remotely or check to see how much time is left in the cycle from the LG ThinQ application. NOTE • Once the remote control feature is enabled, you can start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application.
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To check your network frequency, contact your Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. Start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application on • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network your smartphone. connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.
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After the update, to change the detailed the user’s authority to operate the equipment. settings of the updated features, refer to the guide within the LG ThinQ app. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement RF Module Specifications...
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.
44 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They will damage the finish. Regular Cleaning Cleaning the Lint Filter Always clean the lint from the filter after every Cleaning the Exterior cycle.
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MAINTENANCE If the lint filter has become very dirty or clogged with fabric softener, wash the lint filter in warm, soapy water and allow it to dry thoroughly before reinstalling. NOTE • NEVER operate the appliance without the lint filter in place.
Scan this QR code to quickly access the video search page on the offical LG website. On the lg.com/us home page, click on the Support menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select Video Tutorials. Type Dryer in the search box on the new page and click the Search button.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service The 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.
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48 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution The appliance will House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, or power outage has occurred. not turn on. • Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified electrician.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Drying time is not Heat settings, load size, or dampness of clothing is not consistent. consistent. • The drying time for a load will vary depending on the size of the load, the type of fabrics, the wetness of the clothes and the condition of the lint filter.
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50 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Excess static in Fabric softener is not used or is used incorrectly. clothes after drying. • Use a fabric softener or the Low Static option, if available, to reduce static electricity. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Clothes dried too long (overdried).
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During Wi-Fi setup, the app is requesting a password to connect to the product (on certain phones). • Locate the network name which starts with "LG" under Settings > Networks. Note the last part of the network name. - If the network name looks like LGE_Appliance_XX-XX-XX, enter lge12345.
Should your LG Dryer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States including U.S.
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Or by mail: LG Electronics Customer Service P.O. Box 240007 Huntsville, AL 35813 ATTN: CIC PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION.
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Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.
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(b) the date on which the product was purchased; (c) the product model name or model number; and (d) the serial number (the serial number can be found (i) on the product; or (ii) online by accessing https:// www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/schedule-repair-continued and clicking on “Find My Model & Serial Number”).
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LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: U.S.A. 1-800-243-0000 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...
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