2 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Installation Overview Checking and choosing the proper location Leveling the dryer Venting the Dryer 120V (Gas) Connecting Gas Dryers (Gas Dryer Type) Connecting Electric Dryers (Electric Dryer Type) 240V(USA) 230V(CANADA) (Electric) Plugging in the power cord and grounding Press and hold Installation test MFL67731085_en_160809.indd 12 Test run 2016.8.
INSTALLATION 13 Installation Location Requirements 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. • A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See Venting the dryer.
14 INSTALLATION Clearances with Optional Pedestal Base Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation • For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required spacing 7"* (17.8 cm) ** For side or bottom venting, 2 inches (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed. 9"* (22.9 cm) 1"* 27" 5"** 30" (12.7 cm) (76.1 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) 48 in.2 * (310 cm2) 6"* (15.2 cm) 3"* (7.6 cm) 81.6" (207.2 cm) 3"* (7.
INSTALLATION 15 Leveling the 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 this warning can cause serious injury or death. 2. U se an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling feet. Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or counterclockwise to lower it. Raise or lower the leveling feet until the dryer is level from side to side and front to back.
16 INSTALLATION Reversing the door wWarning THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons. • 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. • Always reverse the door BEFORE stacking the dryer on top of the washer. • Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to the door or the floor. 1.
INSTALLATION 17 Reversing the door (cont.) 10. Insert the four decorative screws on the right side. Decorative Hinge Screw ENGLISH wWarning THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons. • 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.
18 INSTALLATION Installing the Side Vent Kit wWarning • Use a heavy metal vent. • Do not use plastic or thin foil duct. • 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. 3. P reassemble a 4-inch (10.
INSTALLATION 19 Venting the Dryer To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not crush or collapse ductwork. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Do not allow ductwork to rest on or contact sharp objects. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.
20 INSTALLATION Venting the Dryer (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of 4-inch Diameter Rigid Metal Duct Recommended 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) 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) 4” (10.2 cm) 4” (10.2 cm) Use only for short run installations 22/4” (6.35 cm) Correct Venting Incorrect Venting NOTE educt 6 ft. (1.
INSTALLATION 21 Connecting the Inlet Hose NOTE • Water supply pressure must be between 20 psi 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 120 psi (827 kPa), a pressure reducing valve must be installed. • Periodically check the condition of the hose and replace the hose if necessary. • Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure.
22 INSTALLATION Connecting Gas Dryers wWarning To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Gas supply requirements: As shipped from the factory, this dryer is configured for use with natural gas. It can be converted for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) gas. Gas pressure must not exceed 13 inches of water column. • A qualified service or gas company technician must connect the dryer to the gas service.
INSTALLATION 23 Connecting Gas Dryers (cont.) Connecting the gas supply To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. M ake sure that the gas supply to the laundry room is turned OFF. Confirm that the type of gas available in your laundry room is appropriate for the dryer. The dryer is prepared for Natural Gas with a 3⁄₈ - inch NPT gas connection.
24 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers wWarning wWarning 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.
INSTALLATION wWarning • Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Connect each power cord wire to the terminal block screw that has the same colored wire. For example, connect the black power cord wire to the terminal block screw with the black wire. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short, overload, fire or death.
26 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only wWarning • Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Connect each power cord wire to the terminal block screw that has the same colored wire. For example, connect the black power cord wire to the terminal block screw with the black wire. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short, overload, fire or death.
INSTALLATION wWarning • Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Connect each power cord wire to the terminal block screw that has the same colored wire. For example, connect the black power cord wire to the terminal block screw with the black wire. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short, overload, fire or death.
28 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only wWarning • Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Connect each power cord wire to the terminal block screw that has the same colored wire. For example, connect the black power cord wire to the terminal block screw with the black wire. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a short, overload, fire or death.
INSTALLATION 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 gas dryer must be permanently attached to the floor.
30 INSTALLATION Installation Test (Duct Check) Once you have completed the installation of the dryer, use this test to make sure the condition of the exhaust system is adequate for proper operation of the dryer. This test should be performed to alert you to any serious problems in the exhaust system of your home. • Your dryer features Flow SenseTM, an innovative sensing system that automatically detects blockages and restrictions in dryer ductwork.
INSTALLATION 31 Installation Test (Duct Check) (cont.) ENGLISH • Check the Error Code before you call for service Error Code Possible Causes tE1 or tE2 • Temperature sensor failure • Turn off the dryer and call for service. • Humidity Sensor failure. • Turn off the dryer and call for service. • Electric dryer power cord is not connected correctly, or house power supply is incorrect. • Check the power supply or the connection of power cord to the terminal block.
32 OPERATION OPERATION Operating the Dryer CLEAN THE LINT FILTER 1 Lint Filter 2 If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the filter and remove the lint from the last load. This will help ensure the fastest and most efficient drying performance. LOAD THE DRYER Load the dryer with the wet laundry from the washer. If the load is extra large, you may need to divide it into smaller loads for proper performance and fabric care.
OPERATION = default setting Cycle Guide Fabric Type = allowable option Dry Level Comforters, shirts, Trousers (except Off Especially delicate Fabrics) Steam Comforters, bedding, Off SanitaryTM Children’s clothing Anti Do not use this cycle Very Bacterial With delicate fabrics. Normal Comforters, pillows, Bulky/Large Shirts Adjustable Normal Permanent press, Perm. Press Synthetic items Adjustable Normal Cotton/ Work clothes, Normal Corduroys, etc.
34 OPERATION Sorting Loads Check the Lint Filter before Every Load Fabric care labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for proper care. To clean, pull the lint filter straight up and roll any lint off the filter with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash the filter to remove lint. Push the lint filter firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning for more information.
OPERATION 35 Cycle Modifier Buttons NOTE To protect your garments, not every dryness level, temperature, or option is available with every cycle. See the Cycle Guide for details. DRY LEVEL Selects the level of dryness for the cycle. Press the DRY LEVEL button repeatedly to scroll through available settings. • This option is only available with SENSOR DRY cycles. • The dryer will automatically adjust the cycle time.
36 OPERATION Special Functions The option buttons also activate special functions, including CHILD LOCK. Select the option by pressing the option button. Press and hold the option button to select special features marked with the asterisk (*), such as Child Lock. * CHILD LOCK Use this option to prevent unwanted use of the dryer or to keep cycle settings from being changed while the dryer is operating. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate the CHILD LOCK function.
OPERATION 37 Custom Program To Save a Custom Program: 1. Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector knob to select the desired cycle. 2. Use the cycle modifier buttons to adjust the settings for that cycle. 3. Press the cycle option button(s) for the option you would like to add. A confirmation message will be shown in the display. 4. Press and hold the PGM Save button for 3 seconds. NOTE You may save only one custom program at a time.
38 OPERATION Steam Functions (cont.) NOTE wWarning • Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death. • Do not touch the steam nozzle in the drum during or after the steam cycle. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death. • Steam may not be clearly visible during the steam cycles. This is normal.
SMART FUNCTIONS 39 SMART FUNCTIONS Conveniently use the smart features to communicate with the appliance right from a smart phone. The Tag On function can only be used with most smart phones equipped with the NFC (Near Field Communication) function and based on the Android OS (operating system). Installation of the Application Search for the LG Smart Laundry&DW application from the Google Play Store on a smart phone.
40 SMART FUNCTIONS Using Smart DiagnosisTM Should you experience any problems with your dryer, it has the capability of transmitting data to your Smart Phone using the LG Smart Laundry Application or via your telephone to the LG call center. Smart Diagnosis™ cannot be activated unless your dryer is turned on by pressing the ON/OFF button. If your dryer is unable to turn on, then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis™.
