LG DLE2140W, Owner'S Manual

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
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WARNING
For your safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Exhaust/Ducting:
• GasdryersMUSTbeexhaustedtothe
outside.
Failure to follow these instructions
can 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 can create a health
and fire hazard.
•
Use only rigid metal or flexible metal
4 inches (10.2 cm) diameter ductwork inside
the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the
outside. Use of plastic or other combustible
ductwork can cause a fire.
Punctured
ductwork can cause a 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
can result in fire or death.
• The exhaust duct must be 4 inches
(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 can result in fire or
death.
•
Rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting is
recommended for use between the
dryer and the wall. In special installations
when it is impossible to make a connection
with the above recommendations, a UL-
listed flexible metal transition duct may be
used between the dryer and wall connection
only. The use of this ducting will affect drying
time.
Failure to follow these instructions can
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 can result in fire or death.
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adhere to all industry recommended safe-
ty 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, personal injury or death.