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LG Electronics D5988B manual

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    MANUAL DEL PROPIET ARIO Electric and Gas Dryer P/No.: 3828EL3003A DLE5977W/DLG5988W DLE5977B/DLG5988B DLE3777W/DLG3788W[...]

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    PRODUCT FEA TURES T ABLE OF CONTENTS 2 2 PART1 . SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................................................................3 PART2 . IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................4-6 PART3 . INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTA[...]

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    3 Par t 1 SPECIFICA TIONS ■ Name : Electric and Gas Dryer ■ Power supply : Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. ■ Size : 68.6X98.3X76.1(cm) ■ Dryer capacity : IEC 7.3cu.ft. ■ Weight(Ibs) : 126 Specifications are subject to change by manufacturer . ■ ACESSORIES Dryer rack (1 each) Stacking kit (1 each) Purchas[...]

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    Par t 2 4 IMPOR T ANT W ARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SEEKING W ARRANTY ASSIST ANCE WARNING! For your safety , the recommendations in this manual must be followed. T o reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury , or death when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the f[...]

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    5 Par t 2 IMPOR T ANT W ARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2) Do not dry articles that have come into contact with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. 3) Do not allow children to play on or in the applianc[...]

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    Par t 2 6 IMPOR T ANT W ARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switches. Do not use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building or area of all occupants. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor ’ s phone. [...]

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    7 Par t 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INST ALLING YOUR DR YER 3" (7.6 cm) 3" (7.6 cm) 48" 2 (310 cm 2 ) 24" 2 (155 cm 2 ) 29.96" 1" (2.54 cm) (76.1 cm) 1" (2.54 cm) 14" max (35.6 cm) 18" (45.72 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) 0" (0 cm) 0" (0 cm) The following instructions will help guide you through the initial s[...]

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    8 Par t 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INST ALLING YOUR DR YER Once in position, adjust the leveling legs of the dryer until it is level from left to right and from front to back. The leveling legs must remain firmly on the floor and the dryer should not rock. The maximum slope of the dryer from left to right or from front to back should not exceed 2.5 cm (1 [...]

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    9 Par t 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INST ALLING YOUR DR YER In addition to the following warnings, please refer to manual section on Exhaust Requirements and Maintenance. IMPORT ANT : T o reduce the risk of fire, combustion, and gas accumulation, the dryer must be vented to the outdoors. Please follow the instructions (and all others in this manual) very c[...]

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    10 Par t 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INST ALLING YOUR DR YER (Gas dryer only). In addition to the following, please refer to manual section on Gas Requirements and Instructions. 1. 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" NPT gas connection. 2. Remove t[...]

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    11 Par t 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INST ALLING YOUR DR YER Prior to the first use of this appliance, use all- purpose cleaning products or a solution of detergent and water , with damp clothes to remove from the inside of the dryer drum/drying compartment any dust or dirt that may have accumulated the inside of the dryer . Plug in your dryer after review[...]

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    12 Par t 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INST ALLING YOUR DR YER The following instructions are applicable to installations of the dryer in a manufactured or mobile home. Any installation in a manufactured or mobile home must comply with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards T itle 24 CFR, Part 32-80 or Standard CAN/CSA0Z240 MH and local code[...]

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    13 Par t 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DR YERS Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for electric dryers. Important W arning: T o 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/NFP[...]

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    14 Par t 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DR YERS Use the instructions at this section if your home has a 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) and you will be using a UL listed, 120/240 volt minimum, 30 amp, dryer power supply cord. Review the following options to determine the appropriate electrical connection for your home: 3-wire receptacl[...]

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    15 Par t 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DR YERS 4. Put the hooked shape ends of the wire under the screw of the terminal block(hooked end facing rightward) and squeeze the hook together and screw tightly . 5. Put the hooked shaped ends of the other power supply cable wires under the outer terminal block screws(hooked end facing right) and s[...]

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    16 Par t 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DR YERS a. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) b. 3-wire plug c. Neutral prong d. Spade terminals with up turned ends e. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) UL approved strain relief f. Ring terminals g. Neutral (white or center wire) a. External ground connector b. Neutral grounding wire (white) c. Center silver-color[...]

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    17 Par t 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DR YERS a. 4-wire receptable (NEMA type 14-30R) b. 4-pront plug c. Ground prong d. Neutral Prong e. Spade terminals with upturned ends f. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) UL approved strain relief g. Ring terminals a. External ground connector - Dotted line shows position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to [...]

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    18 Par t 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DR YERS • If your local codes or ordinances do not allow the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire, use the instructions under this section. 1. Remove center terminal block screw . 2. Remove appliance neutral ground wire (white) from external ground connector screw . Connect [...]

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    19 Par t 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GAS DR YERS 120 V olt, 60 Hertz, with 3-Prong Grounding Plug Following are additional instructions regarding electrical connections and requirements for gas dryers. Important W arning: T o help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of[...]

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    20 Par t 6 GAS REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS Following are important instructions and information concerning the requirements for the gas supply and service for gas dryers. Important W arning: The gas supply and service for a gas dryer must comply with all local codes and ordinances. In the absence of any local codes or ordinances in your area, the[...]

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    21 Par t 7 EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTENANCE Following are important instructions and information concerning the exhaust requirements for your dryer . Important W arning: T o reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or accumulation of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as an attic, wall, ceiling,[...]

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    22 Par t 7 EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTENANCE Exhaust and Dryer Maintenance 1. After one year of use, the interior and complete exhaust system of the dryer should be examined and cleaned if necessary . 2. Y ou should inspect and clean the exhaust duct at least yearly . 3. Check the weather hoods frequently to ensure the dampers are moving freely [...]

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    23 Par t 8 OPERA TING YOUR DR YER ST ARTING YOUR DR YER 1. Clean lint screen before or after each cycle. 2. Place laundry into dryer and shut door . See Loading. 3. T urn the knob to select the drying cycle you want. The preset settings for Sensor Dry Cycles or Manual Cycles will glow . The estimated or actual cycle time (in minutes) will show in t[...]

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    24 Par t 8 OPERA TING YOUR DR YER • Select a Manual Dry Cycle. • Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying time is displayed. T ap MORE TIME or LESS TIME and the time will change by 1 minute intervals. NOTE: The MORE TIME or LESS TIME feature can be used with Manual Dry , Time Dry , and Rack Dry Cycles. • Press TEMP . CONTROL unti[...]

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    25 Par t 8 OPERA TING YOUR DR YER Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are drying. (See Sensor Dry or Manual Preset Cycle Settings charts.) Sensor Dry Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you are drying. Each cycle dries certain fabrics at the recommended temperature. A sensor detects the moisture in the load and aut[...]

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    26 Par t 8 OPERA TING YOUR DR YER • Time Dry Use this cycle to complete drying if items are still damp after an Sensor Dry Cycle. T ime dry is also useful for drying heavyweight and bulky items, such as bedspreads and work clothes. Select DAMP DR Y BEEP to alert you that your clothes are approximately 80% dry . This is useful when you want to rem[...]

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    27 Par t 8 OPERA TING YOUR DR YER The dryer rack is shipped in place in your dryer . Remove and discard any packing material before use. The RACK DR Y is designed for use with items that you do not want to tumble dry , including sweaters and similar items. The heated dryer rack allows the heated air inside the dryer to flow in a concentrated patter[...]

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    28 Par t 8 OPERA TING YOUR DR YER Clean lint filter Clean the lint filter after each use and check it before use. Not cleaning or emptying the filter will increase drying time and energy consumption, therefore dryer life expectancy could be shortened after all. Set up your favorite combination of settings and save them here for one-touch recall. T [...]

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    29 Par t 9 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. 1.Problem:My Dryer Won ’t Start • Is the dryer plugged in? • Is the fuse blown, or is the circuit breaker tripped? Confirm that the dryer’s plug is securely and completely pushed[...]

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    30 Par t 9 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 5.Problem:There is static in my clothes after drying Question What to Do 4.Problem:There is Lint on my Clothes Question What to Do Please refer to the manual section on cleaning the lint filter, and please confirm that the lint filter is clean. It is important that the lint filter is clean before each new load of la[...]

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    31 Par t 9 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 7.Problem:It takes too long for my clothes to dry Question What to Do • Did you properly sort your loads of laundry? • Are you drying large loads of heavy fabrics? • Are the dryer controls properly set? • Is the lint filter clean before each new load of laundry? • Are the exhaust ducts clear and properly c[...]

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