LG DLEX7800WE, DLEX7800VE, DLGX7801VE, DLGX7801WE User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

DRYER

ENGLISH ESpañoL

Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

DLEX7900*E DLEX7800*E DLGX7901*E DLGX7801*E

MFL70442605

Rev.03_021519

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRODUCT FEATURES

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

8 Parts 8 Accessories 8 Safety Tether Kit 8 Two-Way Reversible Door (on some models)

INSTALLATION

9 Installation Overview 9 Product Specifications 10 Installation Location Requirements 10 Clearances 12 Leveling the Dryer 12 Reversing the Door 20 Installing the Side Vent Kit 21 Venting the Dryer 24 Connecting Gas Dryers 26 Connecting Electric Dryers 30 Final Installation Check 31 Installation Test (Duct Check)

SMART FUNCTIONS

44 LG SmartThinQ Application 47 Smart Diagnosis™ Function

MAINTENANCE

48 Regular Cleaning

TROUBLESHOOTING

49 FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions 49 User Support Videos 50 Before Calling for Service

WARRANTY (USA)

OPERATION

33 Using the Dryer 34 Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load 34 Sorting Loads 34 Loading the Dryer 35 Using the LG EasyLoad 36 Control Panel 38 Cycle Guide 40 Cycle Settings and Options 42 Steam Functions (Steam Models) 43 Steam Cycle Guide

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 EasyLoad™ 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 Fresh™ cycle or Wrinkle Care cycle.

Flow Sense™ Duct Blockage Sensing System Indicator

The Flow Sense™ 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™

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.

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SmartThinQ™

Download the new LG smart phone app to set options, self-diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the appliance, and other useful features. This function uses Wi-Fi.

Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of

Residential Clothes dryer

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 CAUTION

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.

- You may be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

- You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow 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 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.

•To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.

•Save these instructions.

WARNING

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage. —Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance. —WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

—Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

•Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.

•Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

•Do 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.

•Properly 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.

•Before use, the dryer must be properly installed as described in this manual. Electric shock may result if the dryer is not properly grounded.

•Install and store the dryer where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

•All 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.

•To 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.

•Connect 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.

•Remove all packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly. Failure to do so may result in burns, fire, explosion, or death.

•Place 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.

•Keep all packaging from children. Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation.

•Do 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.

•Do not place candles, smoking materials, or other flammables on top of the product. Dripping wax, smoke, or fire may result.

•Remove all protective vinyl film from the product. Failure to do so may result in product damage, smoke, or fire.

•Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.

•The 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.

•Use 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.

•Ductwork 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.

•The 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.

•Rigid, 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.

•Do 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.

•Certain 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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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Operation

•Read all instructions before using the appliance.

•Do 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.

•Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.

•Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

•Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

•Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.

•Do not tamper with controls.

•Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.

•Do 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.

•Be 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.

•Do not place heavy items on or lean against the

top of the door when it is open.

•Do not attempt to pull the hamper door open more than 40 degrees.

•The dryer could tip forward, causing injury or damage.

•Do not place items on the top of the dryer.

•Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four potentially hazardous substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.

•Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

•Do 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. To reduce the risk of fire due to contaminated loads, the final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down period). Avoid stopping a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

•Do not let children or pets climb inside the dryer drum.

•Do not put living animals such as pets inside the product.

•Do not put any part of your body, such as your hands or feet, or metal objects under the product.

•Do not let your hand get pinched when opening or closing the dryer door.

Steam (steam model):

•Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a burn hazard.

•Do 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.

•Do 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.

•Do 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.

•Do 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

•Do 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.

•Clean the lint filter before or after each load.

•The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

•Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.

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. Install all clothes dryers in accordance with the

installation instructions of the manufacturer of the dryer.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

•This 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.

•This 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.

•Do not modify the plug. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

•This 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.

•The 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.

•Never 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.

•Repair 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.

•When 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.

•Do 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.

•For personal safety, this dryer must be properly

grounded. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury.

•Refer 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.

•This 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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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Parts

Control

panel

Leveling

feet

Accessories

Included Accessories

Y connector

(steam models)

Optional accessories

(steam models)

Hoses

Reversible door

Lintlter

Safety Tether Kit

(on some models)

Terminal block

access panel

(electric models)

Gas connection

location

(gas models)

Exhaust duct

outlet

Power cord location (gas models)

Water inlet valve (on some models)

Two-Way Reversible Door (on some models)

Release

Hamper

door

Swing door

The LG EasyLoad™ feature allows you to open the dryer door from the top, hamper-style, when loading the

Drying rack

(sold separately)

No. 3750EL0001C

Side vent kit

(sold separately)

Kit No. 383EEL9001B

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

•For your safety and for extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction or accidents caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized components or parts.

•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.

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)

Level the dryer

Connect gas dryers

Vent the dryer

Connect electric dryers

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Gas dryer Electric dryer

Plug in the power cord Installation test Test run

Product Specifications

The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.

Dryer Models DLEX7900*E, DLEX7800*E, DLGX7901*E, DLGX7801*E

Description Steam Dryer

Electrical requirements Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information.

Gas requirements

Max. water pressure 20–120 psi (138–827 kPa)

Dimensions

Net weight

Drying capacity

- Normal cycle

- Steam cycle

NG: 4–10.5-inch WC LP: 8–13-inch WC

27” (W) X 29 1/2” (D) X 44 1/4” (H), 50 1/4” (D with door open)

68.6 cm (W) X 75.0 cm (D) X 112.3 cm (H), 127.5 cm (D with door open)

Gas dryer : 129.8 lb (58.9 kg) Electric dryer : 124.8 lb (56.6 kg)

IEC 7.3 cu.ft. (22.5 lb/10.2 kg) IEC 7.3 cu.ft.(8 lb/3.6 kg)

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.

The installation requires:

•A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See Venting the Dryer.

•A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See Connecting Electric Dryers .

•A 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.

•No 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

•The 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.

•For 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:

•Additional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

•Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings.

•Additional 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.

•Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

INSTALLATION

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

) 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

(7.6 cm)

14" max.* (35.6 cm)

18" min.

(45.7 cm)

48 in.

(310 cm2)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

/4"

(54 cm)

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/2"

(75.0 cm)

/4"

(127.5 cm)

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

(7.6 cm)

Closet Door Vent Requirements

* 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)

(2.5 cm)

(12.7 cm)

/2"

(75.0 cm)

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1" (2.5 cm)

INSTALLATION

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.

•The 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.

•To 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.

Position the dryer in the final location. Check

levelness of dryer from side to side. Repeat from front to back

Place level here

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.

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.

Reversing the Door

Before you Begin

NOTE

Service calls to reverse the door are not covered under the product warranty.

•The 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.

•A support video is also provided at http://www. lg.com/us/support/videos/video-tutorials-view, How to Reverse the Door – LG EasyLoad™ Dryer.

Place level here

Not Level Not LevelLevel

Tools Required

•Phillips screwdriver

•Large flat blade screwdriver (recommended for hinge screws if they are tight or your Phillips screwdriver is worn)

•Small 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.

•To 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.

•Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to the door or the floor.

•Unplug the dryer or turn off power at the main circuit breaker before beginning door reversal.

INSTALLATION

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

Open the door from the side so that the hinge

screws are accessible.

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.

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.

With the door on a protected surface, remove all

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.

Inner door frame

Blank

Latch hook

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.

Hinge assembly

Cover cap

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Reverse the components on the cabinet.

hinge cover

latch

mechanism

hinge cover

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.

hinge

latch hole cover

hinge

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.

INSTALLATION

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 :

Open the door from the side so that the hinge

screws are accessible.

Two large screws

Reverse the components on the cabinet.

Hinge

cover

latch

mechanism

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

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.

Upper hinge

Latch hole cover

Hinge bracket

Two small screws

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.

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.

INSTALLATION

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.

Cabinet Reversal complete

hinge cover

latch hole

cover

hinge

bracket

latch mechanism

hinge

ON THE DOOR:

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).

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.

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.

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Long screw

WARNING

The edges of the door cover may be sharp. Take care when handling, or wear gloves to avoid injury.

Twelve screws

Hole plug

Side

Interlock

button

Hole plug

Set the door cover aside.

INSTALLATION

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.)

Inner lock rodsTop interlock buttons

Upper

hinge

assembly

Upper

hinge

pivot

Top lock rod

Side lock rod

Glass

Upper

hingelter

Lower

hinge

assembly

Interlock buttons

Bumpers

Lowhingeller

Side Interlock button

Side lock rod

Lower

hingeller

Lower hinge bracket

Top lock rod

Inner lock rods

Upper hinge assembly Upper hinge pivot Upperhingeller

Lower hinge bracket

Hole plug

Lower hinge assembly

INSTALLATION

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.

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

Remove the top lock rod.

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

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.

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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.

NOTE

Do not remove the two inner lock rods and two interlock buttons (see page 16) located underneath the top lock rod. They do NOT need to be reversed.

Upper hinge assembly Upper hinge pivot

Now rotate the hinge filler 180 degrees and install it on the upper left side of the door.

Upperhingeller

INSTALLATION

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.

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

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.

Screws

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.

Lower hinge assembly

INSTALLATION

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.

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.

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.

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

ENGLISH

Side interlock button

Interlock

buttons

Bumpers

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.

INSTALLATION

Installing the Side Vent Kit

WARNING

•Use a heavy metal vent.

•Do not use plastic or thin foil ducts.

•Clean old ducts before installing this dryer.

•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 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, part number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains the necessary duct components to change the dryer vent location.

Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw.

Pull out the exhaust duct.

Retaining Screw

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

(3.8 cm)

Option 2: Bottom Venting

Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing

and secure it to the base of the dryer as shown.

Adapter Duct

Rear Exhaust Duct

Option 1: Side Venting

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

Bracket

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

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:

•Do not crush or collapse ductwork. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.

•Do not allow ductwork to rest on or contact sharp objects. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.

•If 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.

•Venting must conform to local building codes. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.

•Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or death.

•Use 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.

•To 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.

•To 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.

•The 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.

•Rigid, 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.

•DO 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.

•Do 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.

•Ductwork 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.

•The total length of flexible metal duct must not

exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m).

•In 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

Number

Wall Cap Type

of 90°

Elbows

Recommended

0 65 ft.(19.8 m)

1 55 ft.(16.8 m)

(10.2 cm)

Use only for

short run

installations

2 47 ft.(14.3 m)

3 36 ft.(11.0 m)

4 28 ft.(8.5 m)

0 55 ft.(16.8 m)

1 47 ft.(14.3 m)

2 41 ft.(12.5 m)

21/2"

(6.35 cm)

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.

Maximum length

of 4-inch (10.2 cm)

diameter rigid metal

duct

ENGLISH

INSTALLATION

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.

•Use 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ductwork.

•The exhaust duct run should be as short as possible.

•Use as few elbow joints as possible.

•The male end of each section of exhaust duct must point away from the dryer.

•Use duct tape on all duct joints.

•Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in order to reduce condensation and lint buildup on duct surfaces.

•Incorrect 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

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

•Water supply pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi (138—827 kPa) .

•Do not strip or cross-thread when connecting the inlet hose to the valve.

•If the water supply pressure is more than 800 kPa, a pressure-reducing valve should be installed.

•Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary.

•Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure.

•Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for future reference.

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.

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

•Before 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.

•Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling may result.

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.

ENGLISH

Hose

connector

Rubber

seal

Y connector

Check the installation type.

Short hose

Y connector

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.

Long hose

Turn on the cold water faucet.

Check for leaks at the Y-connector (if used) and

in all hoses.

NOTE

•If any leaks are found, shut off the water faucet, remove the hose and check the condition of the rubber seal.

INSTALLATION

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

•As 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.

•A 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.

•Isolate 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.

•Supply 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.

•If 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.

•Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on

the nameplate. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.

•To 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.

•DO 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.

•Use 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.

•Securely tighten all gas connections. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.

•Use 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.

•DO 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

•Do 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.

•For personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. Failure to follow this warning may result in fire, explosion, or death.

•This 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.

•Where 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 120 VAC,

Plug dryer into a

60 Hz grounded 3-prong outlet.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings could result in serious injury or death.

This dryer is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

INSTALLATION

Connecting the Gas Supply

•Installation 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.

•Use only a new stainless steel flexible

connector and a new AGA-certified connector. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.

•A 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.

•The 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.

•If 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.

•All connections must be in accordance with

local codes and regulations. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.

•Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death.

Securely tighten all connections between the

dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply.

Turn on your laundry room’s gas supply.

Check all pipe connections (both internal and

external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive leakdetection fluid.

Proceed to Venting the Dryer.

3/8" NPT gas Connection

AGA/CSA-Certied

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.

ENGLISH

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.

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.

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.

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.

INSTALLATION

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.

•This 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.

•The 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.

•If 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.

•The 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.

•A 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.

•Do not modify the plug and internal wire provided with the dryer.

•The dryer should be connected to a 4-hole outlet.

•If 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

•Any 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.

•A 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.

•A gas dryer must be permanently attached to the floor.

•The 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.

•To reduce the risk of combustion and fire, the dryer must be vented to the outside.

•DO NOT vent the dryer under a manufactured home or mobile home.

•Electric dryers may be vented to the outside using the back, left, right, or bottom panel.

•Gas 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.

•The 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.

•DO NOT connect the dryer exhaust duct to any other duct, vent, chimney, or other exhaust duct.

•Make 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

•It 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.

•Please be aware that venting materials are not supplied with the dryer. You must obtain the venting materials necessary for proper installation.

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

•A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996.

•A UL-listed strain relief is required.

•Use 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.

Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the

outer terminal block screws.

Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw

of the terminal block.

Attach the power cord ground wire to the green

ground screw.

Tighten all screws securely.

Reinstall the terminal block access cover.

Hot (Black)

Ground Screw

Power Cord Ground Wire

Neutral (White)

Hot (Red)

White Wire moved from Ground Screw

ENGLISH

Remove the terminal block access cover on the

upper back of the dryer.

Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord

through-hole.

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

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.

INSTALLATION

Four-Wire Direct Wire

•A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile and manufactured home installations, as well as all new construction after January 1, 1996.

•A UL-listed strain relief is required.

•Use 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.

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.

1" (2.5 cm)

Ground Wire

(12.7 cm)

Remove the terminal block access cover on the

upper back of the dryer.

Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the

outer terminal block screws.

Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw

of the terminal block.

Attach the power cord ground wire to the green

ground screw.

Tighten all screws securely.

Reinstall the terminal block access cover.

Hot (Black)

Ground Screw

Power Cord Ground Wire

Neutral (White)

Hot (Red)

White Wire moved from Ground Screw

Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord

through-hole.

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

Transfer the dryer’s ground wire from behind the

green ground screw to the center screw of the terminal block.

NOTE

INSTALLATION

Three-Wire Power Cord

•A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1,

1996.

•A UL-listed strain relief is required.

•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 dryer.

Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord

through-hole.

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

Reinstall the terminal block access cover.

Neutral (White)

Ground Screw

White Wire from Dryer harness

Hot (Black)

External Ground Wire (If required by local codes)

ENGLISH

Hot (Red)

UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord

Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the

power cord to the outer terminal block screws.

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.

Connect the external ground (if required by local

codes) to the green ground screw.

Tighten all screws securely.

INSTALLATION

Three-Wire Direct Wire

•A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1,

1996.

•A UL-listed strain relief is required.

•Use UL-listed 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) length to allow for removal and installation of dryer.

Remove 3½-inch (8.9 cm) of the outer covering

from the wire. Strip 1 inch (2.5 cm) insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of the three wires into a hook shape.

1" (2.5 cm)

Remove the terminal block access cover on the

upper back of the dryer.

Install a UL-listed strain relief into the power cord

through-hole.

Thread the 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper

conductor power cable prepared in step 1 through the strain relief.

Terminal Block

UL-Listed Strain Relief

Reinstall the terminal block access cover.

Ground Screw

White Wire from Dryer harness

Hot (Black)

External Ground Wire (If required by local codes)

Neutral (White)

Hot (Red)

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) on the following page.

Testing Dryer Heating

GAS MODELS

Close the dryer door, press the POWER button to turn the dryer on, and start the dryer on a heat setting. When the dryer starts, the igniter should ignite the main burner.

UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord

Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the

power cord to the outer terminal block screws.

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.

Connect the external ground (if required by local

codes) to the green ground screw.

Tighten all screws securely.

ELECTRIC MODELS

Close the dryer door, press the POWER button to turn the dryer on, and start the dryer on a heat setting. The exhaust air should be warm after the dryer has been operating for 3 minutes.

Checking Airow

Effective dryer operation requires proper airflow. The adequacy of the airflow can be measured by evaluating the static pressure. Static pressure in the exhaust duct can be measured with a manometer, placed on the exhaust duct approximately 2 ft. (60.9 cm) from the dryer. Static pressure in the exhaust duct should not exceed 0.6-inch (1.5 cm). The dryer should be checked while the dryer is running with no load.

Checking Levelness

Once the dryer is in its final location, recheck the dryer to be sure it is level. Make sure it is level front to back and side to side, and that all four leveling feet are firmly on the floor.

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