LG DLGX7601KE, DLEX7600WE, DLEX7600KE Owner’s Manual

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
OWNER’S MANUAL
DRYER
Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
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DLEX7600* DLGX7601*
MFL67731070
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PRODUCT FEATURES
4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 8 CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND
TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
9 Parts 9 Accessories 9 Safety Tether Kit 9 Two-Way Reversible Door (on some models)
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INSTALLATION
10 Installation Overview 10 Product Specifications 11 Installation Location Requirements 11 Clearances 13 Leveling the Dryer 13 Reversing the Door 21 Installing the Side Vent Kit 22 Venting the Dryer 25 Connecting Gas Dryers 27 Connecting Electric Dryers 31 Final Installation Check 32 Installation Test (Duct Check)
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OPERATION
34 Using the Dryer 35 Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load 35 Sorting Loads 35 Loading the Dryer 36 Using the LG EasyLoad
TM
37 Control Panel 39 Cycle Guide 40 Cycle Settings and Options 43 Steam Functions (Steam Models)
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SMART FEATURES
44 Tag On (on some models)
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MAINTENANCE
50 Regular Cleaning
51
TROUBLESHOOTING
51 FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions 51 User Support Videos 52 Before Calling for Service
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SMART DIAGNOSIS™
60 Using Smart Diagnosis
TM
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WARRANTY (USA)
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PRODUCT FEATURES
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PRODUCT FEATURES
Easy-to-Use Control Panel
An entire selection of user-friendly functions make operating the dryer easy.
Two-way Easy-access Reversing Door
The LG EasyLoadTM can be tilted open from the top, hamper-style, allowing you to easily load the dryer without items falling on the floor. The door still swings open to provide easy access for unloading or loading of bulkier items. The door hinge can be reversed to adjust to the installation location.
Steam Functions (Steam Models)
LG's steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of steam to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Simply select the Steam FreshTM cycle or Wrinkle Care cycle.
Flow SenseTM Duct Blockage Sensing System Indicator
The Flow SenseTM duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to restrictions in the installed household ductwork that reduce exhaust airflow through the dryer. If you see the alert: Clean or repair the ducts to remove the restrictions. Keep your ducts free of blockage to help increase efficiency and reduce long drying times caused by blocked ducts.
Smart Diagnosis
TM
Should you experience any technical difficulty with your dryer, it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the Customer Information Center. The call center agent records the data transmitted from your machine and uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis.
Tag On (on some models)
The Tag On feature works on most smart phones equipped with the NFC function and based on the Android operating system (OS). Using the LG Smart Laundry application, the Tag On feature will allow you to diagnose your appliance, download new cycles, and see the status of your appliance by simply touching the smart phone to the Tag On logo of the appliance.
Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential Clothes dryer
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These words mean:
DANGER
-
You will be killed or seriously injured if you
do not
immediately follow instructions.
WARNING
- You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
CAUTION
- You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what may happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING – Risk of Fire
Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
xClothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
xDo not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed,
it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
xTo reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
xSave these instructions.
WARNING
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.
xDo not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
xWHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
a. Do not try to light any appliance.
b. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
c. Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
d. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
e. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
xInstallation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or your gas supplier.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Installation
xKeep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
xDo not install or store this appliance where it will be
exposed to the weather.
xDo not place items exposed to cooking oils in
your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
xProperly ground the dryer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow the details in the installation instructions. Electric shock may result if the dryer is not properly grounded.
xBefore use, the dryer must be properly installed as
described in this manual. Electric shock may result if the dryer is not properly grounded.
xInstall and store the dryer where it will not be exposed to
temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.
xAll repairs and servicing must be performed by
authorized service personnel unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only authorized factory parts. Failure to follow this warning
may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
xTo reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install
the dryer in humid spaces. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.
xConnect to a properly rated, protected, and sized
power circuit to avoid electrical overload. Improper power circuits may melt, creating electric shock and/or fire hazard.
xRemove all packing items and dispose of all
shipping materials properly. Failure to do so may result in burns, fire, explosion, or death.
xPlace the dryer at least 18-inch (45.7 cm) above the
floor for a garage installation. Failure to do so may result in burns, fire, explosion, or death.
xKeep all packaging from children. Packaging material
can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation.
xDo not install near another heat source such as a
stove, oven or heater. Failure to follow this warning may result in product deformation, smoke, or fire.
xDo not place candles, smoking materials, or other
flammables on top of the product. Dripping wax, smoke, or fire may result.
xRemove all protective vinyl film from the product.
Failure to do so may result in product damage, smoke, or fire.
xGas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xThe dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the
outside of the dwelling. If the dryer is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and large amounts of moisture will be expelled into the laundry area. An accumulation of lint in any area of the home may create a health and fire hazard.
xUse only rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal 4-inch
(10.2 cm) diameter duct inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside. Use of plastic or other combustible ductwork may cause fire. Punctured ductwork may cause fire if it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in use or during installation.
xDuctwork is not provided with the dryer, and you
should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. The end cap should have hinged dampers to prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xThe exhaust duct must be 4-inch (10.2 cm) in
diameter with no obstructions. The exhaust duct should be kept as short as possible. Make sure to clean any old ducts before installing your new dryer. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
fire or death.
xRigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ducting is
recommended for use between the dryer and the wall. All non-rigid metal transition duct must be UL-listed. Use of other materials for transition duct could affect drying time. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in fire or death.
xDo not use sheet metal screws or other fasteners
which extend into the duct that could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the exhaust system. Secure all joints with duct tape. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in fire or death.
xCertain internal parts are intentionally not
gronunded and may present a risk of electronic shock only during serving. Service personnel - do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: CONTROL BOARD
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Operation
xRead all instructions before using the appliance.
xDo not dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
xDo not reach into the appliance if the drum is
moving.
xDo not allow children to play on or in the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
xDo not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
xDo not use heat to dry articles containing foam
rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
xDo not tamper with controls.
xAlways check the inside of the dryer for foreign
objects. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xDo not store plastic, paper, or clothing that may
burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xBe careful when opening and closing the door.
Fingers and hands can get caught in the door and cause injury if the door drops forward unexpectedly.
xDo not place heavy items on or lean against the
top of the door when it is open.
xDo not attempt to pull the hamper door open
more than 40 degrees.
xThe dryer could tip forward, causing injury or
damage.
xDo not place items on the top of the dryer.
Steam (steam model):
xDo not open the dryer door during steam
cycles. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a burn hazard.
xDo not dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
xDo not fill the steam feeder with gasoline,
dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in fire or death.
xDo not touch the steam nozzle in the drum
during or after the steam cycles. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a burn hazard.
xDo not fill the steam feeder with hot water (over
86 °F/30 °C). Failure to follow these instructions may result in a burn hazard.
Maintenance
xDo not repair or replace any part of the appliance
or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
xClean the lint filter before or after each load.
xThe interior of the appliance and exhaust duct
should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
xBefore the appliance is removed from service
or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.
xCertain internal parts are intentionally not
gronunded and may present a risk of electronic shock only during serving. Service personnel - do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: CONTROL BOARD
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor may result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.
xThis appliance must be grounded. In the event
of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
xThis appliance must be equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
xDo not modify the plug. If it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
xThis appliance must be connected to a
grounded metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. Electric shock may result if the
dryer is not properly grounded.
xThe dryer should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. This
provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which can cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
xNever unplug your dryer by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. The power cord may
be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire and electric shock.
xRepair or replace immediately all power
cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. The power cord may melt, creating electric
shock and/or fire hazard.
xWhen installing or moving the dryer, be careful
not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. This will prevent injury and damage to the dryer from fire and electric shock.
xDo not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the ground prong from the power cord. To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet.
xFor personal safety, this dryer must be properly
grounded. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury.
xRefer to the installation instructions in this
manual for specific electrical requirements for your model. Failure to follow these instructions
may create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.
xThis dryer must be plugged into a properly
grounded outlet. Electrical shock may result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Failure to follow these instructions
may create an electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
xCALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC ENFORCE-
MENT ACT
xThis act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
xGas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.
xProperly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be
minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling
.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Parts
Control
panel
Leveling
feet
Reversible door
Power cord location (gas models)
Water inlet valve (on some models)
Exhaust duct
outlet
Terminal block
access panel
(electric models)
Gas connection
location
(gas models)
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Accessories
Included Accessories
Optional accessories
Y connector
(steam models)
Hoses
(steam models)
Side vent kit
(sold separately)
Kit No. 383EEL9001B
Safety Tether Kit
(on some models)
Drying rack
(sold separately)
No. 3750EL0001C
Release
Hamper
door
Swing door
The LG EasyLoad™ feature allows you to open the dryer door from the top, hamper-style, when loading the dryer to help guide clothes into the drum and prevent them from falling onto the floor. When unloading the dryer or loading bulkier items, use the swing door for easy access to the drum.
Safety Tether Kit
This optional kit helps prevent the dryer tipping if children climb on the door or if someone should fall onto the door. It is recommended that you install this kit, depending on your situation, but it is not required. Follow the customer installation instructions included with the kit to properly install the kit. If you do not install the kit, store it out of reach of children.
NOTE
xFor 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.
xThe 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.
Two-Way Reversible Door (on some models)
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INSTALLATION
Installation Overview
Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.
Check and choose the proper location
Connect the inlet hose
(steam models)
Connect gas dryers
Connect electric dryers
Plug in the power cord Installation test Test run
Gas dryer Electric dryer
Level the dryer
Vent the dryer
Product Specifications
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.
Dryer Models DLEX7600*, DLGX7601*
Description Steam Dryer
Electrical requirements Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information.
Gas requirements
NG: 4–10.5-inch WC
LP: 8–13-inch WC
Max. water pressure 20–120 psi (138–827 kPa)
Dimensions
27” (W) X 28 15/16” (D) X 40 3/16” (H), 50 1/4” (D with door open)
68.6 cm (W) X 73.4 cm (D) X 102 cm (H), 127.5 cm (D with door open)
Net weight
Gas dryer : 132.52 lb (60.11 Kg)
Electri
c dryer : 129.76 lb (58.86 Kg)
Drying capacity
- Normal cycle
- Steam cycle
IEC 7.3 cu.ft. (22.5 lb/10.2 kg) IEC 7.3 cu.ft.(8 lbs/3.6kg)
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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.
The installation requires:
xA location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See
Venting the Dryer.
xA grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See Connecting Electric
Dryers .
xA sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200 lb (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
xNo other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45 °F (7 °C). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
NOTE
xThe floor must be level, with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm) under the entire dryer.
Clothes may not tumble properly, and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.
xFor a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at least 18-inch (46 cm) above the floor. The
standard pedestal is 15-inch (38.1 cm). You will need 18-inch (46 cm) from the garage floor to the bottom of the dryer.
Clearances
Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet Installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. This dryer has been tested for
clearances of
1 inch (2.5 cm) on the sides and rear. Recommended clearances should be considered for the following reasons:
xAdditional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.
xAdditional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings.
xAdditional clearances should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer.
For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.
xCompanion appliance spacing should also be considered.
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Closet Ventilation Requirements
Closets with doors must have both an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in the closet. One upper vent opening with a minimum opening of 48 sq. in. (310 cm
2
) must be installed no lower than 6 feet above the floor. One lower vent opening with a minimum opening of 24 sq. in. (155 cm2) must be installed no more than one foot above the floor. Install vent grills in the door or cut down the door at the top and bottom to form openings. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are also acceptable.
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.
Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet
Closet Door Vent Requirements
3"
(7.6 cm)
14" max.* (35.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
3"
(7.6 cm)
5"**
(12.7 cm)
50
1
/4"
(127.5 cm)
28
15
/16"
(73.4 cm)
18" min.
(45.7 cm)
21
1
/4"
(54 cm)
48 in.
2
(310 cm2)
24 in.
2
(155 cm2)
* Required spacing
** For side or bottom venting, 2-inch (5.1 cm) of spacing is allowed
Installation Spacing for Cabinet
For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required.
* Required spacing
7"* (17.8 cm)
7"* (17.8 cm)
5"
*
(12.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
*
(2.5 cm)
1" (2.5 cm)
28
15
/16"
(73.4 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
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Leveling the Dryer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
xThe appliance is heavy. Two or more people
are required when installing the dryer. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
xTo ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying
performance, it must be level. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be a perfectly level, solid surface.
NOTE
Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to level the dryer. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary may cause the dryer to vibrate.
1
Position the dryer in the final location. Place a level across the top of the dryer.
Level
Leveling Feet
xAll four leveling feet must rest solidly on the
floor. Gently push on the top corners of the dryer to make sure that the dryer does not rock from corner to corner.
If you are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal, you must use the leveling feet on the pedestal to level the dryer. The dryer leveling feet should be fully retracted.
2
Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling feet. Unscrew the legs to raise the dryer or screw in the legs to lower it. Raise or lower with 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 with the floor.
Reversing the Door
Before you Begin
NOTE
Service calls to reverse the door are not covered under the product warranty.
xThe door reversal process for the two-way door
is more complex than for a conventional dryer door. Read through these instructions in their entirety before beginning the process, in order to gauge whether to have the procedure done by a professional installer or service person.
xA support video is also provided at http://www.
lg.com/us/support/videos/video-tutorials-view, How to Reverse the Door – LG EasyLoad™ Dryer.
Tools Required
xPhillips screwdriver
xLarge flat blade screwdriver (recommended
for hinge screws if they are tight or your Phillips screwdriver is worn)
xSmall flat blade screwdriver (for lifting out parts)
WARNING
THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below may result in damage to the dryer, property damage or personal injury.
xTo avoid damage to the dryer or the door,
support the door with a stool or box that fits under the door, or have an assistant support the weight of the door.
xAvoid dropping the door to avoid damage to the
door or the floor.
xUnplug the dryer or turn off power at the main
circuit breaker before beginning door reversal.
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c. Remove the hinge cover by gently prying it up
with a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch the paint. Rotate the hinge cover 180 degrees and install it on the opposite side, where the hinge was attached.
4
With the door on a protected surface, remove the 16 screws on each side of the door and lift off the inner door frame using a flat blade screwdriver. Remove the latch hook and blank and install them on the opposite side.
Latch hookBlank
Inner door frame
5
Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door frame. Remove the two plastic cover caps. Reinstall the hinges and cover caps on the opposite sides from which they were removed.
Cover cap
Hinge assembly
6
With the hinges and cover caps in the new locations, remount the inner door frame onto the outer door frame with the screws removed in step 4 above.
WARNING
Be sure to support the weight of the door before installing the hinge screws.
Door Reversal Instructions
NOTE
The instructions here are for changing the door swing from a right to a left side hinge. If the door has been reversed, and it is necessary to change it back, use care when following these instructions. Some of the illustrations and the left/ right references will be reversed, and you will need to read the instructions carefully.
WARNING
Be sure to support the weight of the door before removing the hinge screws.
Swing door
1
Open the door from the side so that the hinge screws are accessible.
2
Remove the four hinge screws.
While supporting the door, remove the four hinge screws, two from each hinge. Set the door aside face down on a protected surface to prevent damage to the door or the work surface.
3
Reverse the components on the cabinet.
hinge
hinge cover
hinge cover
latch
mechanism
latch hole cover
hinge
a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two
screws and the latch mechanism on the front panel of the cabinet.
b. Remove the latch hole cover by gently prying it
up with a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch the paint. Install the latch hole cover on the opposite side, where the latch mechanism was removed. Install the latch mechanism in the position from which you removed the latch hole cover, using the two screws removed in step a.
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7
Reinstall the door.
While supporting the door, install the four hinge screws removed in step 2. Test the swing of the door to make sure the hinges and latch are properly aligned and that the door opens, closes and latches properly in both directions.
Swing Door
Easy load door (on some models)
WARNING
Be sure to support the weight of the door before installing the hinge screws.
ON THE CABINET :
1
Open the door from the side so that the hinge screws are accessible.
Two large screws
Two small screws
2
Remove the four hinge screws
While supporting the door, remove the four hinge screws, two from each hinge. Set the door aside face down on a protected surface to prevent damage to the door or the work surface.
3
Reverse the components on the cabinet.
Upper hinge
Hinge
cover
Hinge
latch
mechanism
Latch hole cover
Hinge bracket
a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two
screws and the latch mechanism on the front panel of the cabinet.
b. Remove the latch hole cover by gently prying it
up with a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch the paint. Install the latch hole cover on the opposite side, where the latch mechanism was removed. Install the latch mechanism in the position from which you removed the latch hole cover, using the two screws removed in step a.
c. Remove the hinge cover by gently prying it up
with a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch the paint. Rotate the hinge cover 180 degrees and install it on the opposite side, where the upper hinge was attached.
d. Reverse the hinge and the hinge bracket at
the bottom of the cabinet. Remove the two screws from the hinge bracket at the bottom right and remove the hinge bracket. Remove the lower of the two screws behind the hinge bracket. 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 could result in damage to the dryer and the need for a service call to repair the dryer.
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e. Remove the three screws on the hinge at the
bottom left. Remove the hinge and reinstall it on the right side. The top screw will occupy the hole where you removed the screw behind the hinge bracket in step d.
f. Install the hinge bracket removed in step d on
the bottom left side, first installing one screw behind the hinge bracket.
hinge cover
hinge
bracket
latch hole
cover
latch mechanism
hinge
Cabinet Reversal complete
ON THE DOOR:
4
Lift off the door cover.
With the door laid inside facing up on a protected surface, remove the twelve screws on the inside of the door. Carefully lift off the door cover with the help of a small flat blade screwdriver inserted in the upper corner (circled below).
WARNING
The edges of the door cover may be sharp. Take care when handling, or wear gloves to avoid injury.
Hole plug
Twelve screws
Side
Interlock
button
5
Switch the door strike and the blank cover.
Remove the two screws on the door cover that secure the door strike.
Switch the door strike and the blank cover, installing them on the opposite sides from which they were removed.
Long screw
Short
screws
Blank cover Door strike
Pull
Raise
Remove blank cover
Gently pry out the hole plug on the side of the door cover and install it in the hole on the opposite side.
Hole plug
Set the door cover aside.
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6
Reverse the components inside the door.
You will now be removing and reversing various components inside the door. See below for a detailed diagram and identification of the inner structure and parts of the door. (The diagram shows the “before view” of the door, with the default set-up for a right side hinge swing. After following these instructions, your door should be a mirror image of the illustration.)
Upper
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Side lock rod
Side Interlock button
Lower
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Lower hinge bracket
Bumpers
Inner lock rodsTop interlock buttons
Top lock rod
Upper
hinge
assembly
Upper
hinge
pivot
Glass
Lower
hinge
assembly
Interlock buttons
Upper hinge assembly Upper hinge pivot 8SSHUKLQJH¿OOHU
Inner lock rods
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Lower hinge bracket
Top lock rod
Lower hinge assembly
Side lock rod
Hole plug
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INSTALLATION
7
Lift out the gray interlock button in the side of the door.
Make sure to remove the spring with the interlock button and to keep the two together. Set the interlock button aside. Do not confuse these with the interlock buttons from the top of the outer door.
8
Remove the side lock rod.
Remove the side lock rod from the lower hinge bracket by lifting the top end of the rod and sliding it toward the top of the door. The spring should remain attached to the lock rod. Set the lock rod aside.
Spring
9
Remove the top lock rod.
a. Slide the lock rod to the right to remove it from
the hinge assembly on the left side.
b. While sliding the lock rod right, lift the right end
up and out of the guides.
Do not remove the two inner lock rods and two interlock buttons (see page 17) located underneath the top lock rod. They do NOT need to be reversed.
NOTE
10
Remove the upper hinge pivot.
Once the top lock rod has been removed, the hinge pivot can easily be removed from the hinge assembly on the upper left and set aside.
Upper hinge assembly
Upper hinge pivot
11
Reverse the upper hinge assembly and hinge filler.
Lift out the upper hinge filler (on the right) and set it aside. Carefully lift the upper hinge assembly (on the left) out of the outer door frame, using a small flat blade screwdriver if necessary. Rotate the hinge assembly 180 degrees and install it on the upper right side of the outer door. You will need to press firmly to install the hinge assembly. The hinge pivot removed in step 11 will be installed later.
Upper hinge assembly Upper hinge pivot
Now rotate the hinge filler 180 degrees and install it on the upper left side of the door.
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12
Reinstall the top lock rod.
Rotate the top lock rod (removed in step 10) 180 degrees end for end from its original position and reinstall it. The spring should now be to the right of center, with the spring on the side of the rod facing the top of the door.
a. Insert the right end of the lock rod into the
right hinge assembly. Make sure the rod is aligned with the guides in the door panel.
b. Lower the rod into position, sliding it to
bypass the center handle, making sure to align the lock rod with the guides all the way across the door panel. When released, the lock rod should slide completely into the hinge assembly on the right. Slide the lock rod back and forth to make sure it is correctly positioned in the guides and slides easily.
13
Reverse the lower hinge bracket and hinge assembly.
a. Remove the screw from the lower hinge
bracket (on the right) and lift the 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.
b. Rotate the lower hinge assembly 180
degrees and install it on the right side using the two screws removed in step a.
Lower hinge assembly
Screws
c. Flip over the lower hinge bracket and
release the tabs on the back locking the hinge filler to the hinge bracket.
Tab
d. Rotate the hinge 180 degrees and snap
it back onto the front of the hinge bracket facing in the opposite direction.
e. Mount the lower hinge bracket and the filler
on the left side of the door with the screw removed in step a.
Screw
14
Install the side lock rod.
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.
Make sure the top of the side lock rod is beside the top lock rod and the two do not overlap each other, so the two rods can interact correctly. If they are not aligned properly, the door will not operate properly.
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15
Reinstall the side interlock button.
Reinstall the side interlock button removed in step 7. Center the spring in the compartment and insert the interlock button on top of it.
16
Reinstall the door cover.
Clean the glass on the door and door cover, if necessary. Make sure the three gray interlock buttons are properly installed and that the top and side lock rods are properly aligned where they meet. Carefully lower the door cover into place, aligning the holes in the cover with the interlock buttons on the top and side and the bumpers on the bottom. Take care not to dislodge the lock rods while mounting the door cover. Once the door cover is in place, secure it with the 12 screws removed in step 4. The ten similar screws go around the top and sides of the door cover. Make sure to install the two different screws on the bottom edge, in the locations marked below.
Interlock
buttons Side interlock button
Bumpers
17
Now, pick up the upper hinge pivot removed earlier and rotate it 180 degrees. Install the hinge on the top left side of the cabinet.
18
Reinstall the door.
Press in the side interlock button on the left side and hold it down while you press the hinge pivot into the hinge assembly on the top right side. If the door has been reassembled correctly, the lock rod will slide back easily and lock the pivot in place. The door is now ready to remount on the opposite side of the dryer.
Two
large
screws
Two
small
screws
While supporting the door, install the two small hinge screws removed in step 2. Test the swing of the door to make sure the hinges and latch are properly aligned and that the door opens, closes and latches properly in both directions.
If the door doesn’t operate smoothly, remove the door and then the door cover to check that the lock rods and interlock buttons are properly mounted and aligned. The interlock buttons should be oriented correctly and operating smoothly. The interlock rods should be in the proper position and should not overlap at the contact point. (See steps 15-17.) If the door is damaged, or if the door does not work after reassembly, contact the call center at 1-800-243-0000.
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Installing the Side Vent Kit
WARNING
xUse a heavy metal vent.
xDo not use plastic or thin foil ducts.
xClean old ducts before installing this dryer.
xTo reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere
to all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.
xFailure to follow all of the safety warnings in this
manual could result in property damage, injury to persons, or death.
Your new dryer is shipped to vent to the rear. It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or side (right­side venting is not available on gas models).
An adapter kit, p
art number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains the necessary duct components to change the dryer vent location.
1
Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Pull out the exhaust duct.
Retaining Screw
Rear Exhaust Duct
Option 1: Side Venting
2
Press the tabs on the knockout and carefully remove the knockout for the desired vent opening (right-side venting is not available on gas models). Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer as shown.
Adapter Duct
Bracket
Knockout
3
Preassemble a 4-inch (10.2 cm) elbow to the next 4-inch (10.2 cm) duct section, and secure all joints with duct tape. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces AWAY from the dryer. Insert the elbow/duct assembly through the side opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Secure it in place with duct tape. Be sure that the male end of the duct protrudes 1½-inch (3.8 cm) to connect the remaining ductwork. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with the included screw.
Cover Plate
Elbow
1
½
"
(3.8 cm)
Option 2: Bottom Venting
2
Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure it to the base of the dryer as shown.
Adapter Duct
Bracket
3
Insert the 4-inch (10.2 cm) elbow through the rear opening and press it onto the adapter duct. Be sure that the male end of the elbow faces down through the hole in the bottom of the dryer. Secure it in place with duct tape. Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with the included screw.
Cover Plate
Elbow
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INSTALLATION
Venting the Dryer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, property damage, injury to persons or death when using this appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
xDo not crush or collapse ductwork. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xDo not allow ductwork to rest on or contact
sharp objects. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xIf connecting to existing ductwork, make sure it
is suitable and clean before installing the dryer. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xVenting must conform to local building codes.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xGas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xUse only 4-inch (10.2 cm) rigid, semi-rigid or
flexible metal ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for venting outside. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in fire or death.
xTo 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. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in fire or death.
xTo reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust the
dryer with plastic or thin foil ducting. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xThe exhaust duct must be 4-inch (10.2 cm) in
diameter with no obstructions. The exhaust duct should be kept as short as possible. Make sure to clean any old ducts before installing your new dryer. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in fire or death.
xRigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ducting is
recommended for use between the dryer and the wall. All non-rigid metal transition duct must be UL-listed. Use of other materials for transition duct could affect drying time. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xDO NOT use sheet metal screws or other
fasteners which extend into the duct that could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the exhaust system. Secure all joints with duct tape. Failure to follow these instructions may result
in fire or death.
xDo not exceed the recommended duct length
limitations noted in the chart. Failure to follow these instructions may result in extended drying times, fire or death.
xDuctwork is not provided with the dryer. You
should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. The vent hood should have hinged dampers to prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.
xThe total length of flexible metal duct must not
exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m).
xIn Canada, only those foil-type flexible ducts,
if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer should be used.
In the United States, only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer and that comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject 2158A, should be used.
Ductwork
Wall Cap Type
Number
of 90°
Elbows
Maximum length
of 4-inch (10.2 cm)
diameter rigid metal
duct
Recommended
4"
(10.2 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
0 65 ft.(19.8 m)
1 55 ft.(16.8 m)
2 47 ft.(14.3 m)
3 36 ft.(11.0 m)
4 28 ft.(8.5 m)
21/2"
(6.35 cm)
Use only for
short run
installations
0 55 ft.(16.8 m)
1 47 ft.(14.3 m)
2 41 ft.(12.5 m)
3 30 ft.(9.1 m)
4 22 ft.(6.7 m)
NOTE
Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. Do not use more than four 90° elbows.
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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.
xUse 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid, semi-rigid
or flexible metal ductwork.
xThe exhaust duct run should be as short as
possible.
xUse as few elbow joints as possible.
xThe male end of each section of exhaust duct
must point away from the dryer.
xUse duct tape on all duct joints.
xInsulate ductwork that runs through unheated
areas in order to reduce condensation and lint buildup on duct surfaces.
xIncorrect or inadequate exhaust systems
are not covered by the dryer warranty. Dryer failures or service required because of such exhaust systems will not be covered by the dryer warranty.
Correct Venting
Incorrect Venting
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INSTALLATION
Connecting the Inlet Hose (Steam Models)
The dryer must be connected to the cold water tap using a new water supply hose. Do not use old hoses.
NOTE
xWater supply pressure must be between 20
and 120 psi (138—827 kPa) .
xDo not strip or cross-thread when connecting
the inlet hose to the valve.
xIf the water supply pressure is more than 800
kPa, a pressure-reducing valve should be installed.
xPeriodically check the condition of the hose and
replace the hose if necessary.
xReplace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to
reduce the risk of hose failure.
xRecord hose installation or replacement dates
on the hoses for future reference.
1
Check the rubber seal at each end of the inlet hoses. Two rubber 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.
Hose
connector
Rubber
seal
Y connector
2
Check the installation type.
Y connector
Long hose
Short hose
WITH WASHER WITHOUT WASHER
Connect all water supply hoses tightly by hand and then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers.
WITH WASHER: When connecting the dryer to the same faucet as a washer.
a. Shut off the cold water tap and remove the washer
hose.
b. Connect the short hose to the Y-connector using
one of the rubber seals.
c. Connect the other end of the short hose to the cold
water faucet.
d. Connect the long dryer hose to one side of the
Y-connector and connect the washer hose to the other side.
WITHOUT WASHER: If the dryer does not share the cold water tap with a washer.
a. Connect the straight end of the long hose to the
cold water faucet.
NOTE
xBefore connecting the water line to the dryer,
flush several gallons of water into a drain or bucket. This will help prevent foreign particles such as sand and scale from clogging the dryer inlet valve.
xDo not overtighten. Damage to the coupling
may result.
3
Connect the hose to the dryer. Connect the water supply hose to the dryer inlet valve tightly by hand and then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers. Make sure that there are no kinks in the hoses and that they are not crushed.
4
Turn on the cold water faucet.
5
Check for leaks at the Y-connector (if used) and in all hoses.
NOTE
xIf any leaks are found, shut off the water faucet,
remove the hose and check the condition of the rubber seal.
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INSTALLATION
ENGLISH
Connecting Gas Dryers
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, property damage, injury to persons, or death when using this appliance, follow basic safety precautions.
Gas Supply Requirements
xAs shipped from the factory, this dryer is
configured for use with natural gas (NG). It can be converted for use with propane (LP) gas. Gas pressure must not exceed 8-inch (20.3 cm) water column for NG, or 13-inch (33 cm) water column for LP.
xA qualified service or gas company technician
must connect the dryer to the gas service. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xIsolate the dryer from the gas supply system
by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply.
Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xSupply line requirements: Your laundry room
must have a rigid gas supply line to your dryer. In the United States, an individual manual shutoff valve MUST be installed within at least 6 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 (0.3 cm) NPT pipe plug must be installed. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
xIf using a rigid pipe, the rigid pipe should be ½
inch IPS. If acceptable under local codes and ordinances and when acceptable to your gas supplier, 3/8-inch (1 cm) approved tubing may be used where lengths are less than 20 ft. (6.1 m). Larger tubing should be used for lengths in excess of 20 ft. (6.1 m). Failure to do so may
result in fire, explosion, or death.
xConnect the dryer to the type of gas shown on
the nameplate. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xTo prevent contamination of the gas valve,
purge the gas supply of air and sediment before connecting the gas supply to the dryer. Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of gas is detected. Failure to do so may
result in fire, explosion, or death.
xDO NOT use an open flame to inspect for gas
leaks. Use a noncorrosive leak detection fluid. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xUse only a new AGA- or CSA-certified gas
supply line with flexible stainless steel connectors. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
xSecurely tighten all gas connections. Failure to
do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xUse Teflon tape or a pipe-joint compound
that is insoluble in propane (LP) gas on all pipe threads. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
xDO NOT attempt any disassembly of the dryer;
disassembly requires the attention and tools of an authorized and qualified service technician or company. Failure to follow this warning may
result in fire, explosion, or death.
Electrical Requirements for Gas Models Only
xDo not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Failure to follow this warning may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xFor personal safety, this dryer must be properly
grounded. Failure to follow this warning may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xThe power cord of this dryer is equipped with
a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates only with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. Failure to follow this
warning may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xThis dryer must be plugged into a 120-VAC, 60-
Hz. grounded outlet protected by a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Failure to follow this
warning may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xWhere a standard 2-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to
follow this warning may result in fire, explosion, or death.
Plug dryer into a
Plug dryer into a 120 VAC, 60 Hz grounded 3-prong
outlet.
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INSTALLATION
Connecting the Gas Supply
xInstallation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
xUse only a new stainless steel flexible
connector and a new AGA-certified connector. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xA gas shutoff valve must be installed within 6 ft.
(1.8 m) of the dryer. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xThe dryer is configured for natural gas when
shipped from the factory. Make sure that the dryer is equipped with the correct burner nozzle for the type of gas being used (natural gas or propane gas). Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
xIf necessary, the correct nozzle (for the LP
nozzle kit, order part number 383EEL3002D) should be installed by a qualified technician and the change should be noted on the dryer.
Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xAll connections must be in accordance with
local codes and regulations. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xGas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors.
Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
NOTE
This dryer is configured from the factory for natural gas (NG). If the dryer is to be used with propane (LP) gas, it must be converted by a qualified service technician.
1
Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry room is turned OFF and the dryer is unplugged. Confirm that the type of gas available in your laundry room is appropriate for the dryer.
2
Remove the shipping cap from the gas fitting at the back of the dryer. Be careful not to damage the threads of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap.
3
Connect the dryer to your laundry room’s gas supply using a new flexible stainless steel connector with a 3/8-inch NPT fitting.
NOTE
DO NOT use old connectors.
4
Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply.
5
Turn on your laundry room’s gas supply.
6
Check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive leak­detection fluid.
7
Proceed to Venting the Dryer.
3/8" NPT gas Connection
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Stainless Steel Flexible Connector
1/8" NPT Pipe Plug Gas Supply Shutoff
Valve
High-altitude Installations
The BTU rating of this dryer is AGA-certified for elevations below 10,000 feet.
If your gas dryer is being installed at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be derated by a qualified technician or gas supplier.
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INSTALLATION
ENGLISH
Connecting Electric Dryers
Electrical Requirements for Electric Models Only
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 and all applicable local regulations. Please contact a qualified electrician to check your home’s wiring and fuses to ensure that your home has adequate electrical power to operate the dryer.
xThis dryer must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the dryer. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
xThe dryer has its own terminal block that must
be connected to a separate 240 VAC, 60-Hertz, single-phase circuit, fused at 30 amperes (the circuit must be fused on both sides of the line). ELECTRICAL SERVICE FOR THE DRYER SHOULD BE OF THE MAXIMUM RATE VOLTAGE LISTED ON THE NAMEPLATE. DO NOT CONNECT THE DRYER TO 110-, 115-, OR 120­VOLT CIRCUIT. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xIf the branch circuit to dryer is 15 ft. (4.5
m) or less in length, use UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listed No.-10 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by local codes. If over 15 ft. (4.5 m), use UL-listed No.-8 AWG wire (copper wire only), or as required by local codes. Allow sufficient slack in wiring so the dryer can be moved from its normal location when necessary. Failure to do so may result in
fire, explosion, or death.
xThe power cord (pigtail) connection between
the wall receptacle and the dryer terminal block IS NOT supplied with the dryer. Type of pigtail and gauge of wire must conform to local codes and with instructions on the following pages.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xA 4-wire connection is required for all mobile
and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996. A 4-wire connection must be used where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral wire. Failure to do so may result in fire,
explosion, or death.
xDo not modify the plug and internal wire provided
with the dryer.
xThe dryer should be connected to a 4-hole outlet.
xIf the plug does not fit the outlet, a proper outlet will
need to be installed by a qualified electrician.
Special Electrical Requirements for Mobile or Manufactured Homes
xAny installation in a manufactured or mobile
home must comply with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 or Standard CAN/ CSA Z240 MH and local codes and ordinances. If you are uncertain whether your proposed installation will comply with these standards, please contact a service and installation professional for assistance.
xA 4-wire connection is required for all mobile
and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996.
Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.
xA gas dryer must be permanently attached to the
floor.
xThe electrical connection for an electric dryer must
be a 4-wire connection. More detailed information concerning the electrical connection is provided in the section Connecting Electric Dryers.
xTo reduce the risk of combustion and fire, the dryer
must be vented to the outside.
xDO NOT vent the dryer under a manufactured
home or mobile home.
xElectric dryers may be vented to the outside using
the back, left, right, or bottom panel.
xGas dryers may be vented to the outside using the
back, left, or bottom panel. Gas dryers may not be vented to the outside using the right side panel because of the burner housing.
xThe dryer exhaust duct must be affixed securely to
the manufactured or mobile home structure, and the exhaust duct must be made of a material that will resist fire and combustion. It is recommended that you use a rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal duct.
xDO NOT connect the dryer exhaust duct to any
other duct, vent, chimney, or other exhaust duct.
xMake sure the dryer has adequate access to
outside fresh air to ensure proper operation. The opening for outside fresh air must be at least 25 sq. in (163 cm
2
).
xIt is important that the clearance of the duct from
any combustible construction be at least 2-inch (5 cm), and when venting the dryer to the outdoors, the dryer should be installed with a clearance of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the sides and back of the dryer.
xPlease be aware that venting materials are not
supplied with the dryer. You must obtain the venting materials necessary for proper installation.
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INSTALLATION
WARNING
Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected to the same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color screw in the block. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short or overload.
Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor.
Four-Wire Power Cord
xA 4-wire connection is required for
all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996.
xA UL-listed strain relief is required.
xUse a 30-amp, 240-volt, 4-wire, UL-listed power
cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends.
1
Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the dryer.
2
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole.
3
Thread a 30-amp, 240-volt, 4-wire, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor through the strain relief.
Terminal Block
UL-Listed Strain Relief
UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord
4
Transfer the dryer’s ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the terminal block.
NOTE
This dryer is supplied with the neutral wire grounded. This white ground wire MUST BE MOVED to the neutral terminal when a 4-wire cord is to be used, or where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited.
5
Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws.
6
Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw of the terminal block.
7
Attach the power cord ground wire to the green ground screw.
8
Tighten all screws securely.
9
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Hot (Red)
Neutral (White)
Hot (Black)
Ground Screw
Power Cord Ground Wire
White Wire moved from Ground Screw
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INSTALLATION
ENGLISH
Four-Wire Direct Wire
xA 4-wire connection is required for
all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996.
xA UL-listed strain relief is required.
xUse UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper
conductor cable. Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) of wire to allow for removal and reinstallation of the dryer.
1
Remove 5-inch (12.7 cm) of the outer covering from the wire. Remove 5-inch (12.7 cm) of insulation from the ground wire. Cut off approximately 1½-inch (3.8 cm) from the other three wires and strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of the three shorter wires into a hook shape.
Ground Wire
1" (2.5 cm)
5"
(12.7 cm)
2
Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the dryer.
3
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole.
4
Thread the 4-wire #10 AWG-minimum copper power cable prepared in step 1 through the strain relief.
Terminal Block
UL-Listed Strain Relief
UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord
5
Transfer the dryer’s ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the center screw of the terminal block.
NOTE
This dryer is supplied with the neutral wire grounded. This white ground wire MUST BE MOVED to the neutral terminal when a 4-wire cord is to be used, or where grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited.
6
Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws.
7
Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw of the terminal block.
8
Attach the power cord ground wire to the green ground screw.
9
Tighten all screws securely.
10
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Hot (Red)
Neutral (White)
Hot (Black)
Ground Screw
Power Cord Ground Wire
White Wire moved from Ground Screw
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INSTALLATION
Three-Wire Power Cord
xA 3-wire connection is NOT permitted
on new construction after January 1,
1996.
xA UL-listed strain relief is required.
xUse 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.
1
Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the dryer.
2
Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole.
3
Thread a 30-amp, 240-volt, 3-wire, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor through the strain relief.
Terminal Block
UL-Listed Strain Relief
UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord
4
Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws.
5
Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center terminal block screw.
NOTE
The dryer is supplied with the neutral conductor grounded. If a 3-wire cord is to be used and is allowed, make sure the white neutral grounding wire is connected to the green ground screw.
6
Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the green ground screw.
7
Tighten all screws securely.
8
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
Hot (Red)
Neutral (White)
Hot (Black)
Ground Screw
External Ground Wire (If required by local codes)
White Wire from Dryer harness
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