LG DLE7000W - User Manual

5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EN G LIS H • The appliance must be installed and electrically grounded by qualified service personnel in accordance with local codes. • Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing or servicing the appliance.• When moving or installing th...

7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EN G LIS H SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS • Do not put living animals such as pets inside the appliance.• Do not put any part of your body, such as your hands or feet, or metal objects under the appliance.• Do not let your hand get pinched when opening or closing the dryer d...

8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features 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. Front View a Control Panel b Lint filters c Leveling feet ...

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12 INSTALLATION Choosing the Proper Location WARNING • Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating the appliance. It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using the appliance. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections an...

13 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H Dimensions and Clearances The following clearances are recommended for the appliance.• Additional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.• Additional clearances should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. Install...

14 INSTALLATION 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 ...

15 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H Leveling the Appliance WARNING • Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.• The appliance is heavy. Two or more people are required when installing the appliance. Checking the Level Position the appliance in the final location and place a level across the top of the appl...

17 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H 1 Open the door from the side so that the hinge screws are accessible. 2 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 wo...

22 INSTALLATION ON THE CABINET : 1 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. 2 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...

23 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H duct d onto the blower housing and secure to the base of the dryer as shown. 3 Preassemble a 4" (10.2 cm) elbow e to the next 4" (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 t...

25 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H Ductwork NOTE • Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. Do not use more than four 90° elbows. • 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...

26 INSTALLATION • This dryer must be plugged into a 120-VAC, 60- Hz. grounded outlet protected by a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker. • 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 ou...

27 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H 6 Check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid. 7 Proceed to Venting the Dryer. a 3/8” NPT gas Connection b AGA/CSA-Certified Stainless Steel Flexible Connector c 1/8” NPT Pipe Plug d Gas Supply Shutoff Valv...

28 INSTALLATION Four-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the appliance. 2 Install UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole. 3 Thread a 30-amp, 240-volt, 4-wire, UL-listed power cord with #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor through the strain rel...

29 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H 3 Install UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole. 4 Thread the 4-wire #10 AWG minimum copper power cable prepared in step 1 through the strain relief. a Terminal Block b UL-Listed Strain Relief c UL-Listed 4-Wire Power Cord 5 Transfer the appliance's grou...

30 INSTALLATION 8 Reinstall the terminal block access cover. a White Wire from Dryer Harness b Hot Leads of Power Cord (Black and Red) c Neutral Wire (White) d External Ground Wire (if required by local codes) e Ground Screw Three-Wire Direct Wire 1 Remove 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) of the outer covering f...

31 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H WARNING • To generate steam, the dryer must be connected to the cold water tap using a new water supply hose. Do not use old hoses. • Do not reuse old hoses. Use only new hoses when installing the appliance. Old hoses could leak or burst causing flooding and property damag...

32 INSTALLATION 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. 3 Connect the long dryer hose b to the dryer inlet valve tightly by hand a...

33 INSTALLATION EN G LIS H performed to alert you to any serious problems in the exhaust system of your home.• Your appliance features Flow Sense TM , an innovative sensing system that automatically detects blockages and restrictions in dryer ductwork. Keeping ductwork clean of lint buildup and free...

34 INSTALLATION NOTE • Do not interrupt the test cycle, as this could result in inaccurate results. • Even if no bars are displayed during the test cycle, some restrictions may still be present in the exhaust system. Refer to the Venting the Dryer section of this manual for complete exhaust system a...

35 OPERATION EN G LIS H OPERATION Before Use WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Operation Overview 1 Clean the Lint Filter• If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the f...

36 OPERATION fingers. Push the lint filter firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning for more information. Always ensure that 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. Load...

37 OPERATION EN G LIS H Options and Extra Functions Your dryer includes several additional cycle options to customize cycles to meet your individual needs.Select the desired option after selecting the desired cycle and settings. NOTE • The LED for the option will light up when the option is selected...

38 SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features • Dryer Cycle - Download new and specialized cycles that are not included in the standard cycles on the appliance. Appliance...

39 SMART FUNCTIONS EN G LIS H 3 Touch the add ( ~ ) button on the LG ThinQ app to connect your LG appliance. Follow the instructions in the app to complete the process. NOTE • You may be asked to provide a password to connect to the LG network (not your home network) during the Wi-Fi setup. The pass...

40 SMART FUNCTIONS Wireless LAN Module Specifications FCC Notice The following notice covers the transmitter module contained in this product.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are design...

41 SMART FUNCTIONS EN G LIS H • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application. Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.• Launch the ...

42 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning.• Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They will damage the finish. Regular Cleaning Cleaning the Exterior Proper care of your appliance can extend its life. The outside of the appl...

44 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Frequently Asked Questions User Support Videos For further assistance, there are videos and tutorials available through the lg.com website. 1 On the lg.com/us home page, click on the Support menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select Video Tutorials . 2 ...

45 TROUBLESHOOTING EN G LIS H Before Calling for Service The dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. Error Mess...

47 TROUBLESHOOTING EN G LIS H Performance Appliance runs and pauses by itself after the drying cycle finishes. This is how the Wrinkle Care option works. • Make sure that the Wrinkle Care option has been set. The option is designed to prevent creases that are formed when the clothes are not unloaded...

48 TROUBLESHOOTING Steam Functions Excess static in clothes after drying. Fabric softener is not used or is used incorrectly. • Use a fabric softener or the Reduce Static option, if available, to reduce static electricity. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Clothes dried too long (ov...

49 TROUBLESHOOTING EN G LIS H Odors Wi-Fi Drum does not turn during Steam Cycle. This is normal. • The drum is turned off so that the steam vapor remains in the drum. The drum will normally turn for about 2 seconds once a minute. Cannot see steam vapor at the beginning of cycle. This is normal. • St...

51 WARRANTY EN G LIS H WARRANTY USA TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG ELECTRONICS (“LG”) TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS...

52 WARRANTY • Damage or failure of the Product resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the Product owner’s manual. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of nature, or any other causes beyond...

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