LG DLHC5502W - User Manual

5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH • Do not store plastic, paper, or clothing that may burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation.• Always check the inside of the appliance for foreign objects before use.• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with ...

6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION STATEMENTS CAUTION • To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: Installation • Install the app...

7 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH 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 Leveli...

8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Rear View a Terminal Block Access Panel b Drain Hose Connection Product Specifications Accessories Included Accessories a Drain Hose b Band Clamp c CableTies (2 EA) Model DLHC5502* Electrical Requirements Please refer to the rating label for detailed information. Dimensions (Width...

9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH d Elbow Bracket for Securing Drain Hose e Drain Hose Holder f Spare Screw Required Accessories for the Electric Dryer (sold separately) a 4-wire power cord kit b 3-wire power cord kit

11 INSTALLATION ENGLISH INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this dryer or transporting it to another location. a Choose the proper location. b Level the appliance. c Connect the drain hose. d Connect the heat...

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 ENGLISH 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. Installati...

15 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Installation Spacing for Cabinet For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required. - Description Dimension/Clearance A Depth of Ventilation Opening 2 7 ″ (178 mm) B Back Clearance 2 5 ″ (127 mm) C Depth 32 1/4 ″ (820 mm...

16 INSTALLATION 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 appliance. a Le...

17 INSTALLATION ENGLISH c One (1) front bracket d Two (2) screws for side brackets e Two (2) screws for front brackets To ensure safe and secure installation, please observe the following instructions. 1 Make sure the surface of the washer is clean and dry. Remove the paper backing from the tape on ...

19 INSTALLATION ENGLISH 8 Tighten all screws securely. 9 Reinstall the terminal block access cover. a White Wire moved from Ground Screw b Hot Leads of Power Cord (Black and Red) c Neutral Wire (White) d Power Cord Ground Wire e Ground Screw Four-Wire Direct Wire 1 Remove 5 inches (12.7 cm) of the o...

20 INSTALLATION a White Wire moved from Ground Screw b Hot Leads of Power Cord (Black and Red) c Neutral Wire (White) d Power Cord Ground Wire e Ground Screw Three-Wire Power Cord 1 Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the appliance. 2 Install the UL-listed strain relief into ...

21 INSTALLATION ENGLISH 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 appliance. 3 Install UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole. 4 Thread the 3-wire, #10 AWG minimum copper conducto...

22 INSTALLATION 2 Connect the drain hose of the dryer and secure the hose clamp. CAUTION • Leaving the drain hose disconnected can cause leaking andsubsequent property damage. Using a Standpipe to Drain 1 Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket.• Connect the elbow bracket a within 4 inches (...

23 INSTALLATION ENGLISH Final Installation Check Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation with the following tests. Checking Levelness Once the dryer is in its final location, recheck the dryer to be sure it is level. Make sure i...

24 OPERATION 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 filter and r...

25 OPERATION ENGLISH 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 dry...

27 OPERATION ENGLISH Control Panel Control Panel Features a Power On/Off Button • Press this button to turn the appliance on and press and hold it briefly to turn it off.• Pressing this button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost. b Cycle Selector Knob • Turn this...

28 OPERATION Time and Status Display a Status Display • The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages. b Condenser Clean Indicator • This icon indicates the condenser auto cleaning status. The icon is displayed when water is being sprayed on the condenser. c ...

29 OPERATION ENGLISH Dry Cycles Turn the knob to select the desired cycle. When you select a dry cycle the default settings will light up in the display. Cycle Guide The appliance automatically sets the dry level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. The estimated time remaining...

32 OPERATION Special Drying Cycles These new or specialized drying cycles can be downloaded to your appliance with a smartphone.Refer to the LG ThinQ smartphone application for a complete list of the cycles available for download. Cycle Easy Ironing Description Leaves clothes slightly damp for easy ...

33 OPERATION ENGLISH Selectable Drying Options Cycle Dry Mode Damp Signal Wrinkle Care Cycle Dry Level Off Energy † Normal Speed Normal Very # # # # # More # # # # # Normal # # # # # Less # # # # Damp # # # # AI Dry - # # Bedding - # # Small Load - # # Delicates Very # # More # # Normal # # Less # #...

35 OPERATION ENGLISH Cycle Modifiers About Modifier Buttons Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically. Customize these settings using the cycle modifier buttons. Repeatedly press the button for the desired modifier until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit. Not e...

36 OPERATION 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. • To prot...

37 OPERATION ENGLISH LG ThinQ application, use the Product Cycle Management feature. Additional Settings 1 Press the Options button. 2 Turn the knob to select Additional Settings and press the 8 ( OK ) button. 3 Turn the knob to select the desired setting and press the 8 ( OK ) button. 4 Turn the kn...

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 ENGLISH 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 password is the last 4 characters of the network name, repeated twice, with no spaces. For example, if the network name appears as LG_XXXX_8b92, t...

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 ENGLISH • 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 LG ...

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...

43 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH • Remove the small filter at the base by sliding it out of the grooves on each side. 2 Use your fingers to get most of the lint off the filters. To clean off residual lint, use a vacuum cleaner or rinse under running water.• The filters must be completely dry before using or t...

44 MAINTENANCE Using Drum Care Feature Run the Drum Care cycle periodically to prevent unpleasant odors in the drum. CAUTION • Remove all of the clothes from the appliance. 1 Turn on the appliance. 2 Turn the knob to select the Drum Care cycle. 3 Press the Start/Pause button. • This function operate...

45 MAINTENANCE ENGLISH 2 Turn the locks b to release the condenser cover, and pull the cover to remove it. 3 Clean the dust on the condenser using a vacuum cleaner or soft brush. 4 Reinsert and reassemble the condenser cover completely. CAUTION • If the condenser cover is not completely reassembled,...

47 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH 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 Tutori...

48 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 Messages Operat...

50 TROUBLESHOOTING Performance Problem Possible Cause & Solution Clothes are wrinkled. Clothes dried too long (overdried). • Overdrying a load of laundry can lead to wrinkled clothes. Try a shorter drying time or use a lower dry level setting and remove items while they still retain a slight amo...

51 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH Odors Wi-Fi Clothes have damp spots after drying. Very large load or very small load. Single large item such as a blanket or comforter. • If items are too tightly packed or too sparse the sensor may have trouble reading the dryness level of the load. Use a Timed Dry cycle ...

53 LIMITED WARRANTY ENGLISH LIMITED 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, ...

54 LIMITED WARRANTY • Damage or failure of the Product to perform during power failures and interrupted or inadequate electrical service. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply or in...

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