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hOW TO USE

Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed

information.

Check the lint filter before every

load

Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a new load;

a clogged lint filter will increase drying times.

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.

Always ensure the lint filter is properly installed before running

the dryer. Running the dryer with a loose or missing lint filter will

damage the dryer and articles in the dryer.

Sorting load

fabric care labels

Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include

instructions for proper care.

grouping similar Items

For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be dried with the

same drying cycle.

Different fabrics have different care requirements, and some

fabrics will dry more quickly than others.

Loading the Dryer

WARNINg

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when

using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the

following:

•

Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Items

such as clips, pens, coins, and keys can damage both your

dryer and your clothes. Flammable objects such as lighters

or matches could ignite, causing a fire.

Failure to do so can

result in fire, explosion, or death.

•

Never dry clothes that have been exposed to oil, gasoline,

or other flammable substances. Washing clothes will not

completely remove oil residues.

Failure to obey this warning

can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Tumble

dry

Dry

Normal

Permanent Press/

wrinkle resistant

Gentle/

delicate

Do not tumble dry

Do not dry

(used with

do not wash)

fabric care labels

Heat

setting

High

Medium

Low

No heat/air

Lint Filter

NOTE

• Combine large and small items in a load.
• Damp clothes will expand as they dry. Do not overload the

dryer; clothes require room to tumble dry properly.

• Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent these items

from snagging or tangling on other clothes.

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Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL DRYER DLEX8500W DLEX8500V DLGX8501W DLGX8501V Please read this owner s manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all time P No MFL67731015 www lg com ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ...move the door 18 To install the door 19 Changing the dryer vent location 20 Venting requirement 22 Connecting gas dryers 24 Connecting electric dryers 29 Special requirements for manufactured or mobile homes 29 Final installation check 30 Installation test Exhaust check 32 HOW TO USE 32 Operating the dryer 33 Cycle guide 34 Sorting load 34 Loading the dryer 34 Check the lint filter before every lo...

Page 3: ...tions are not followed 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 th...

Page 4: ...mical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire 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 dryer if the drum or any other part is moving Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt a...

Page 5: ...eath Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power circuit to avoid electrical overload Improper power circuit can melt creating electric shock and or fire hazard Remove all packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly Failure to do so can result in death explosion fire or burns Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for a garage installation Failure to do so can re...

Page 6: ...to the 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 ...

Page 7: ...ard This dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet Electric shock can 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 can create an electric shock hazard and or a fire hazard The dryer should always be plugged into its own individual electri...

Page 8: ...ze the issue providing a fast and effective diagnosis FLOW SENSE DUCT BLOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM INDICATOR The FLOW SENSE duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer Clean exhaust systems increase efficiency and reduce drying times EASY TO USE CONTROL PANEL Rotate the cycle selector knob to select the desired dry cycle Add c...

Page 9: ...d 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 Manual may be different from the actual components and accessories and are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes Pedestal sold separa...

Page 10: ...tton to START the selected cycle If the dryer is running use this button to Pause the cycle without losing the current settings NOTE If you do not press the Start Pause Button to resume a cycle within 4 minutes the dryer turns off automatically Language English Français Español More Time Less Time Button y y To adjust the drying time use these buttons with Manual Dry Time Dry and Steam Fresh cycle...

Page 11: ... DRY cycles may fluctuate as the dryer recalculates drying time for optimal results CYCLE SETTING INDICATORS y y These indicators show the current cycle settings for DRY LEVEL TEMP CONTROL TIME DRY and BEEPER To change these settings press the appropriate settings button CYCLE COMPLETION INDICATOR y y Shows how much of the current drying cycle has been completed CHILD LOCk INDICATOR y y When CHILD...

Page 12: ...IONS Installation steps Checking and choosing the proper location Leveling the dryer Venting the Dryer Plugging in the power cord and grounding Connecting Gas Dryers Gas Dryer Type Exhaust check test Refer to page 30 Test run 120V 240V USA 230V CANADA ...

Page 13: ...ditional clearances might be required for wall door and floor moldings Additional spacing 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 24 in...

Page 14: ...equirements Some codes limit or do not permit installation of the dryer in garages closets mobile homes or sleeping quarters Contact your local building inspector Clearances Space for Using the Dryer A location that allows for proper exhaust installation A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors See Venting Requirements P 20 A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft 61 cm of either side...

Page 15: ...foot above the floor One example shown uses vent grilles in the door Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing Required spacing For side or bottom venting 2 inches 5 1 cm spacing is allowed 32 1 81 4 cm 5 12 7 cm 1 2 5 cm 1 2 5 cm 1 2 5 cm 29 73 6 cm 29 59 151 8 cm 59 151 8 cm 64 164 5 cm ...

Page 16: ...oss the top of the dryer All four leveling feet must rest solidly on the floor Gently push on the top corners of the dryer to make sure that the dryer does not rock from corner to corner If you are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal you must use the leveling feet on the pedestal to level the dryer The dryer leveling feet should be fully retracted 2 Use an adjustable wrench to turn the l...

Page 17: ...RUCTIONS Hinge Dummy Screw Remove Door Latch Screw Hinge Screw wWarning 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 THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAV...

Page 18: ...oor Hinge Screw Swing Door Hinge hole INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS wWarning 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 THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEA...

Page 19: ...er as shown 3 Insert the 4 inches 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 hole in the bottom of the dryer Secure in place with duct tape Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with included screw Rear Exhaust Duct Retaining Screw 11 2 3 8 cm Elbow Cover Plate Elbow Cover Plate Knockout Adapter Duct...

Page 20: ...ld 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 semirigid 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 u...

Page 21: ...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 Failure to exhaust the dryer correctly will void the dryer s warranty Ductwork Wall Cap Type 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 3 4 Number of 90 Elbows Maximum L...

Page 22: ...ve during any pressure testing of the gas supply Failure to do so can 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...

Page 23: ...o so can result in fire explosion or death Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors Failure to do so can result in fire explosion or death Connecting the Gas Supply 1 Make 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 inch NPT gas connection 2 Remove t...

Page 24: ...only or as required by local codes Allow sufficient slack in wiring so dryer can be moved from its normal location when necessary Failure to do so can result in fire explosion or death The power cord pigtail connection between wall receptacle and dryer terminal block IS NOT supplied with dryer Type of pigtail and gauge of wire must conform to local codes and with instructions on the following page...

Page 25: ...w construction after January 1 1996 A UL listed strain relief is required 1 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 then thread a UL listed 30 A 240 V 4 wire 10 AWG minimum copper conductor power cord through the strain relief Use a 30 A 240 V UL listed power cord with 10 AWG minimum copper conductor a...

Page 26: ...f insulation from the ground wire Cut off approximately 11 inches 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 2 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 then thread the power cable prepared in Step 1 throu...

Page 27: ... NOT permitted on new construction after January 1 1996 A UL listed strain relief is required 1 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 then thread a UL listed 30 A 240 V 3 wire 10 AWG minimum copper conductor power cord through the strain relief Use a 30 A 240 V UL listed power cord with 10 AWG minimu...

Page 28: ...elief is required 1 Remove 31 inches 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 2 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 then thread the power cable prepared in Step 1 through the strain relief Use UL list...

Page 29: ...t the clearance of the duct from any combustible construction be at least 2 inches 5 cm and when venting the dryer to the outdoors the dryer can be installed with a clearance of 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 should obtain the venting materials necessary for proper installation Final installation check Onc...

Page 30: ...button This button sequence activates the installation test The code will display if the activation is successful Language 3 Press START PAUSE button The dryer will start the test which will last about two minutes The heater will be turned on and the temperatures in the drum will be measured 4 Check the display for results During the two minutes test cycle monitor the Flow SenseTM display on the c...

Page 31: ...breaker has tripped or power outage has occurred Check the power supply or the connection of power cord to the terminal block Refer to the Connecting Electric Dryers section of this manual for complete instructions Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Do not increase the fuse capacity If the problem is a circuit overload have it corrected by a qualified electrician Lint buildup or blockage NOTE W...

Page 32: ...nged if desired This can be done using the cycle modifier buttons as shown on page 34 Cycle options can be added using the option buttons as shown on page 34 35 4 END OF CYCLE When the cycle is finished the chime will sound if it is set Remove your clothing from the dryer immediately to reduce wrinkling If Wrinkle Care is selected the dryer will tumble briefly every few minutes to help prevent wri...

Page 33: ...nti Bacterial Do not use this cycle with delicate fabrics Very HIGH 70 Wool Wool Fabric Normal ULTRA LOW 26 Spot Clean Shirt Off HIGH Adjustable 22 Jumbo Dry Comforters pillows shirt Normal Adjustable MEDIUM 85 Perm Press Permanent press synthetic items Normal Adjustable LOW 32 Cotton Normal Work clothes corduroys etc Normal Adjustable MEDIUM 41 Heavy Duty Jeans heavyweight items Normal Adjustable...

Page 34: ...cs have different care requirements and some fabrics will dry more quickly than others Loading the Dryer wWarning To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using this appliance follow basic precautions including the following Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty Items such as clips pens coins and keys can damage both your dryer and your clothes Flammable obj...

Page 35: ...More Time Less Time buttons to add or reduce the drying time in 1 minute increments Your dryer features several additional cycle options to customize cycles to meet your individual needs Certain option buttons also feature a special function see the following page for details that can be activated by pressing and holding that option button for 3 seconds To Add Cycle Options to a Cycle 1 Turn on th...

Page 36: ...d Lock icon will be shown in the display and all controls are disabled except the Power button Damp Dry Signal With this option the dryer will signal when the load is approximately 80 dry This allows you to remove faster drying light weight item or items that you would like to iron or hang while still slightly damp Press the Damp Dry Signal button Language You may change the language shown in the ...

Page 37: ...s such as gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death Do not drink water from the steam feeder Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death Drawer Water ONLY Steam Feeder NOTE You may save only one custom program at a time Pressing and holding the Custom Program button will overwrite ...

Page 38: ... for ironing which can save time and make ironing easier Change the amount of time for the cycle by pressing the More Time or Less Time button depending on the load quantity of items The display will show the recommended number of items such as 1 2 3 4 or 5 Using the Steam SanitaryTM Cycle Steam Sanitary cycle is ideal for sanitizing non washable items quickly and easily using the power of steam a...

Page 39: ...S SELECTED CYCLE Wet Varies by selected cycle 8 lbs 18 Items Easy Iron Wet Varies by selected cycle Shirts 5 each Time Dry Reduce Static 45 minutes Wet Varies by selected cycle 8 lbs 18 Items Easy Iron 47 minutes Wet Varies by selected cycle Shirts 5 each Shirt 70 cotton 30 poly blend Except especially delicate fabrics When the lint filter or exhaust duct is clogged steam options will not give pro...

Page 40: ...nual of your smart phone for details Tag On position Scan this QR code with your smart phone to quickly access the LG Smart Laundry DW App for download The Tag On icon Tag On Look for the Tag On icon next to the LCD screen on the control panel This is where you position your smart phone when using the Tag On function with the LG Smart Diagnosis and Cycle Download features of the LG Smart Laundry D...

Page 41: ... at the bottom of the screen are all available to use 3 Select Tag On Diagnosis 4 Touch the Tag On logo When a Tag On screen appears see at right tap your smart phone on the Tag On icon on the right side of the dryer s control panel If it isn t recognized touch on the upper right of the Tag On screen on your LG Smart Laundry DW app to see the detailed guide This might happen due to the different N...

Page 42: ...isn t recognized touch on the upper right of theTag On screen on your LG Smart Laundry DW app to see the detailed guide This might happen due to the different NFC antenna positions for each phone 5 Select a cycle to download You can also check the existing cycles already downloaded 6 Touch the Tag On logo When a Tag On screen appears see at right tap your smart phone on the Tag On icon on the righ...

Page 43: ...ers they can scratch or damage the surface Cleaning Around and Under the Dryer Vacuum lint and dust from around the dryer and underneath it regularly Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup and cleaned at least once per year If any noticeable reduction in airflow or drying performance occurs immediately check ductwork for obstructions and blockages Maintaining Ductwork Vent ductwork shoul...

Page 44: ...tains that were not removed during the washing process Make sure that clothes are being completely cleaned according to the instructions for your washer and detergent Display shows error code tE1 or tE2 Thermistor is malfunctioning Turn off the dryer and call for service Lint on clothes Lint filter not cleaned properly Laundry not sorted properly Excess static in clothes Dryer is overloaded Tissue...

Page 45: ...ircuit breaker or replace fuse Do not increase fuse capacity If the problem is a circuit overload have it corrected by a qualified electrician Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying If you are drying a very small load add a few extra items to ensure proper tumbling action Clothes are wrinkled Clothes dried too long overdried Clothes left in dryer too long after cycle ends Overdrying a l...

Page 46: ...oor during steam operation Some condensation may drip out the bottom of the door Steam is not visible during Steam Cycle This is normal Steam vapor is difficult to see when the door is closed However condensation will normally form on the inside of the dryer door if the steam system is operating normally Drum does not turn during Steam Cycle This is normal The drum is turned off so that the steam ...

Page 47: ...ove the phone while the tones are being transmitted and do not touch the control panel with the phone If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data you may be asked to try again Pressing the POWER button during the transmission will shut off the SMARTDIAGNOSIS 5 Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped resume your conversation with the call center agent...

Page 48: ...esult in serious injury Place the washer on a solid stable level floor capable of supporting the weight of both appliances Failure to follow this warning can result in serious injury Do NOT stack the washer on top of the dryer Failure to follow this warning can result in serious injury If appliances are already installed disconnect them from all power water or gas lines and from draining or ventin...

Page 49: ...asher and dryer Slowly slide the dryer toward the back of the washer until the side bracket stoppers catch the dryer feet 4 Insert the front rail between the bottom of the dryer and the top of the washer Push the front rail toward the back of the washer until it comes in contact with the side rail stoppers Install the two remaining screws to secure the front rail to the side rails Washer Dryer OPT...

Page 50: ... misuse abuse operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide accident vermin fire flood improper installation acts of God unauthorized modification or alteration incorrect electrical current or voltage or commercial use or use for other than intended purpose The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances sh...

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