LG DLE0332W, DLG5932W, DLG5932S, DLG2532W, DLG2511W Owner’s Manual

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Thank you for buying an LG dryer.

Please read your owner's manual carefully, as it provides

instructions on safe installation, use, and maintenance.

Retain it for fialure reference and record the model and serial

Jm_rs of your dryer.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 2-5

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW DRYER .........................................................................................................................................................2

IMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS ...................................................................................................................... 3

LG DRYER WARRANTY _.....................................................................................................................................................................................5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................................ 6-21

iNSTALLiNG THE DRYER ..................................................................................................................................................................................7

DOOR REVERSAL PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................ 10

MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME iNSTALLATiON ...................................................................................................................11

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - ELECTRICAL DRYER ........................................................................................ 12

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS - GAS DRYER ....................................................................................................................................16

GAS REQUIREMENT .......................................................................................................................................... 18

EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................................................................19

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................................... 22-28

USER • MAiN • TENANCE .................................................................................................................................................................................22

FEATURES AND BENEFITS ...................................................................................................................................... 23

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS ...................................................................................................................................... _-_

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ......................................................................................................................... 28

CUSTOMER SERVICE ............................................................................................................................................... _-31

SERVICE TELEPHONE NUMBER ............................................................................................................................. 30

LG DRYER LiMiTED WARRANTY. ........................................................................................... 31

Please read this manual Itwi]] help you install and operate

your new LG dryer in the safest and most economical way.

if you need more information about the care and operation of LG appliances, call your nearest LG store. You will need

the complete model and serial numbers when requesting

information. Your dryer's model and serial numbers are located on the

Mode] and Seria] Number Plate. LG SERVICE Call : 1-877-714-7486

Use the space below to record the model number

and seria] number of your new LG dryer. Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

ALLINSTFIJ ONS I:E UgNG.

WARNING!

your mfety, tl_ tions in this n_n_l m'_st _ followed. Toreduoe the risk of fire _ sh_, _ to _vent datrmge, persop._l injury, or _th when using you,, applianoa, follow basic precaution_ including the following.

JI Do not store or u_ gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

m Do not try to light a match, or cigarette,

or turn on any gas or electrical

JI Do not touch any electrical switches.

Do not use any phone in your building.

JI Clear the room, building or area of all

JI Installation and _rvice must be

performed by a qualified installer or

service agency.

il Immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor _ phone. _llow the

gas supplier's instructions carefully.

JI If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire departmenL

rnia Safe Drinking _lter and Ibxic ement Act

This act rcquircs the governor of California u) publish a list of substanccs known to thc s|ate u) cause canccr, birlh

defects or other mpr_xluctive harm and requires busines_s to warn customers of potcnfial ext×)sure to such substances. (;as appliances ca'l cause minor exit)sure m four of thcse subs|rances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, fonnaldehyde

and _)ol, cau_:d primarily by the incomplete combuslion of natural gas or LP fuels.

ProF_rly adjustcd drycrs will minimize combustion. ExF_)surc m these snNlances can be minimized further by Ox)perly venting _le dqer to the outdoors.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - "I_,)reduce the risk of fire, electric Sh(_zk, or

i_my' to t_rsons when using your _)pliance, follow basic precautions, includirig the lbllowirig:

I) Re;gJ all instructions beli)re using the appliance.

Do not dry a_:icles that have come into contact with gasoline, dry=clcarfing _)lvents, or other flammable or explosivc substances, as they give off w_po-_ Gmt could ignite or expk_de.

Do not allow chil&'en to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when using the appliance.

4) Beti}re the appliance is removed ti'om service or di_arded, remove the d(×)r to the drying compartment.

5) Do not rcach into _ae appliance if the drum is moving.

6) Do not install or store lhis appli_mce where it will be exposed to the weather.

7) Do nol: tamt_r with controls.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected appliance:

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must _ grom'lded. In the event of maltunction o:r breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by t)roviding a path of least :msist_mce for electric curJ'ent. This appliance is equipped with a cord having _mequipment-grounding couductor _md a gronnding plug. The plug must _ plumed iuto an appropria|e ou|let that is prot_rly installed ;rod grounded in accordalme with all

local c{_des and ordinances.

WARNING - ImprotK:r conneclion of the equipment- gr(mnding condncmr can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or service Fmrsxm if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

8) Do not rcpair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless st'_cifically recommend_ in

the user-maintenance instructions.

9) Do not use heat to dry articles containing tkmm mbl_r or similarly textured rnb_cr-like mate:rials.

10) Clean lint s_:reen _l_orc or alter each load.

11)

Keep a_2a around the exhaust opening and adjacent snrroundi_vg areas five from ihe accmnnlation of lint,

dust, and di_l.

12)

The interior of the _pliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qu;dified service personnel.

13)

J-N)not place items cxt×)sed m cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminat_ with cooking oils may contribute to

a chemical _actiou that could cau_a_ a load to catch tim.

14) Do not use fabric sofiners or products to eliminate static

unless recommended by the mmmtimmrer of file ti_bric

soflner or product.

Do not modify" the plug provided with the appliance: if it will not fit the ontleL have a proper outlet installed by, a qualified

electrician.

For a permanently connected appliance:

GROI1NIIING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must Nz connected to a grounded metal

_rmanent wMng system. Alternatively, an equipment-

gr(mnding conductor must _ run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appli_mce.

_1 One Year Warra_ on M_ni_l a_ Be_r_l

use, all warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days.

For one year from the date of purchase, if this dryer is installed and operated according to the instructions in this manual LG will repair or replace any of its mechanical or electrical parts if they are defective in material or workmanship.

NO_: Exhausting your dryer with a plastic vent may void this warranty. Refer to section on Dryer Exhaust

Warranty _i_n

Ifthe dryer is subjected to other than private family

Warranty service is available by contacting your nearest LG Service Center in the United States.

www.LGESERVICE.COM

This waranty applies only while this dryer is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to

state.

& You,A vioe

S_aple sales dip _ canceled _ here.

Proof of the original tmrchase date is uceded to oblaiu service under the wammty.

_R YOUR _O_S

Write _ _ ap.d serial numbers here:

_D THIS MANb¼L

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain ),'ourdryer properly. Just a little

t)reven|ive care on your part can save you a great deal of time _mdmoney over the life of your dryer.

IF YOU N_

You'll find many answers to comm(m problems in the Troublesh(×_fing Tit)s section. It"you review our chaal of Troublesh(×)ting Tips first, you may no! need to call lk)r servicc.

If you do need _rvice, yon can relax knowing hel t) is only a phone call away. A list of toll-fi'ee customer service nmnbers is includcd in the back section. In the IJ.S., you can always call the I11; Answer Center. (SERVICE Call No. 1-877-714-7486)

Installation clearances

The location must be large enough to fully open the dryer door.

Dryer Dimensions

(1 09.22 cm)

* Most installations require a minimum 5_/=in.

(14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow.

Minimum installation spacing for a r_ess_ area, customized undercounter or closet

installation

Closet installation - Dryer only

(310 era}

43 _

(76cm}....

(2,54cm) (80,01cm} (2,54cm)

The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.

[] Additional spacing should be considered for

installation and servicing.

[] Additional clearances might be required for wall,

door and floor moldings,

[] Additional spacing of 1 in, (2,5 cm) on all sides of

the dryer is recommended 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.

o"_ 27......................................._ o"

(Ocm) (68.6 cm) (Ocm)

Step I : Position and Level the Dryer

l:or fu_her assistance refer to section on Location Requirements.

Place the dryer in lx)sition, and adjust the legs until the dryer is level :fron_side:to side and fi_mt to back,

[vvel :fl_×_r: Maximum slope under emire dwcr should not be more tlmn 2.5cm (1 inch), If slope is greater than

2.5 cm (I inch), clothes may not tumNe proFvfly and _mtomatic sensor cycles may not ot_mte correctly if dryer is not level,

Step 2 : Conn_t Dryer Exhaust System

For t!urther assistance refer to _ctions {m Ix)cation Requirements and Dryer Exhaust Requirements.

A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. To reduce the risk of fire and combustion

gas accumulation the dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors,

• DO NOT use plastic or thin foil ducting.

• Locate dryer so exhaust duct is as short as

possible.

• Be certain old ducts are cleaned before installing your new dryer.

• Use 4" (10.2 cm) diameter rigid or flexible metal duct.

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

• Use as few elbows as possible.

• Use duct tape on all duct joints.

• Ductwork that runs through unheated areas must

be insulated to help reduce condensation and

lint build-up on pipe walls.

• Failure to exhaust dryer properly will void

NOTE : Venting materials are not supplit_l with the dryer (obtain locally).

Step 3 : Conn_t Gas Supply Pi_ (Gas Dryer ONLY)

For l!u_lherassistance, relL_rto _ction on Gas

Requirements.

I. Make ceri:ain your dryer is equippvd fi_ruse with lhe

l:ypeof gas in your laundry room_ Dryer is equiplyad at the tTml:OD,:liarNaiural Gas with a 3/8" N.P.T. g_s

connection.

2. Remove the shipping cap fix)m ihe gas connection at ihe rear of the dryer. Make sure you do not damage the pipe i:h:madwhen removing the cap.

3. (onnect to gas supply pipe using a new flexible stainless sled connector.

4. Tighten all conneclious _:curely. 'l'um on gas and check all pipe couneclions (internal & external) for g_s leaks wilh a non-corrosive leak deiectkm fluid.

5. For L.P. (Liquefied Pe:troleum) gas conneciion, refer l:osection on Gas Requiremems.

New Stainless Steel Flexible Connector -

Use only if allowed by local codes (Use Design A.G.A. Certified Connector)

i/8" N.P.T. Pipe Plug (for checking inlet gas pressure)

Equipment Shut-Off Valve-Installed within 6' (1.8 m) of dryer

Fig. 1

Black Iron Pipe

Shorter than 20' (6A m) - Use 318" pipe

Longer than 20' (6.1 m) - Use 1/2" pipe

3/8" N.P.T. Gas Connection

Step 4: (Electric Dryer Only) Connect Electrical Plug

For furlher assistance refer to section on Electrical

Requirements.

IMPORTANT : U_ only a new U.L. li_t,d No. 10

(copper wire only) three conductor _)wer supply cord kit rat,._'l 240 Volts (minimum)30 Amper¢_ and labeled a:ssuitable for use in a clothes dryer.

NOTE : For more de_iled information on conn_ction three=wire or four-wire plugs, refer to

s_etion on Fdectric Dryer Fdectrical Requirements.

NOTE : Four-wire cord is required for nmbile homes or where c_'les do not __it grounding

Step 5: Wipe Out Inside of Dryer

Belbre using dryer for the fi_t timc, use an all-purpo_ clcancr, or a detc_Nent and water _lufion, and a damp cloth to remove shipping dust from inside the drycr

drt|lll.

Heat Source Check

El_tric Dryers

Close the loading door and start the dryer in a heat setting (ml_r to the ()perating Inslructions suppli_ with the dryer). After the d_'cr has operated l;:_rfllree minutes, the exhaust air or exhaust pipe should bc warm.

Gas Dryers

Close the loading door, start the dryer in a heat _tting (rct;cr to the Operating Instructions supplied with the dryer); the dryer will start, the igniter will glow red and the main burner will ignite.

IMPORTANT : If all air is not purged out of the gas line, the ga_sigmiter may go off before gas it is ignited. If this happens, aher approximately two minutes the igniter will ag_n attempt ga_ ignition.

Step 6: Plug In the Dryer Refer to section on Electrical Requirements, ;rod

COlmectthe dryer to an electrical l_)wer sxmrce.

Step 7: Check Installation

The door on this dryer is completely reve_ible.

To reverse d(×>rpr(meed as IMlows:

_ _ii__i_i_!i _iili_i

1. Remove screw & exhaust duct.

. Detach and remove the bottom, left or right

side knockout as desired.

PORTION"A_ i

O. Reconnect the new duct[11 in(28cm)] to

the blower housing, and Fixing the duct to the base.

4, Pro-assemble 4" elbow with 4" duct.

Wrap duct tape around joint.

DUCT

TAPE

5. Insert duct assembly, elbow first, through the side opening and connect the elbow to the

dryer internal duct.

DUCT

TAPE

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