LG DLG4971 Series User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
DRYER
Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating and
keep it handy for reference at all times.
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ENGLISH ESPAÑOL
DLE4970*E
DLG4971*E

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
4 BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
4 CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND
TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT
5 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING
ELECTRICITY
8PRODUCT FEATURES
9INTRODUCING YOUR DRYER
9 Parts
9 Accessories
9 Two-Way Reversible Door (on some models)
10 Control Panel Features
11 Display
12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
12 Preview Installation Order
13 Installation Location Requirements
13 Clearances
14 Leveling the Dryer
15 Reversing the Door
23 Installing the Side Vent Kit
24 Venting the Dryer
26 Connecting Gas Dryers
28 Connecting Electric Dryers
33 Special Requirements for Manufactured or
Mobile Homes
33 Final Installation Check
34 Installation Test (Duct Check)
36 HOW TO USE
36 Operating the Dryer
37 Cycle Guide
38 Sorting Load
38 Loading the Dryer
38 Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load
39 Using the LG EasyLoad™
40 Cycle Settings and Options
40 Special Functions
41 Custom Program
42 MAINTENANCE
42 Regular Cleaning
43 TROUBLESHOOTING
43 Before Calling for Service
45 SPECIFICATIONS
46 USING SMART DIAGNOSIS™
47 WARRANTY

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ENGLISH
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING
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, injury to persons, or death.
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all
safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These words mean:
wDANGER
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
wWARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
wCAUTION
You may be slightly injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
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wWARNING:This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING
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, injury to persons, or death.
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wWARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
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This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such
substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized
further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
• Read all instructions before using the dryer.
• Before use, the dryer must be properly installed as
described in this manual.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your
dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may
contribute to a chemical 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 any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this owner’s manual or in published
user-repair instructions that you understand and have
the skills to carry out.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door to the drying compartment.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is
used near children.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
static unless recommended by the manufacturer of
the fabric softener or product.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber
or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,
dust, and dirt.
• The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
• Do not install or store the dryer where it will be
exposed to the weather.
• Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign
objects.
• Clean lint screen before or after each load.
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• Be careful when opening and closing the door. Fingers
and hands can get caught in the door and cause injury
if the door drops forward unexpectedly.
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• The dryer could tip forward, causing injury or damage.
• Do not place items on the top of the dryer.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
wWARNING
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, injury to persons, or death.
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wWARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.
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wWARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
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the installation instructions. Electric shock can result if
the dryer is not properly grounded.
•  as
described in this manual. Electric shock can result if
the dryer is not properly grounded.
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
Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or
death.
• 
 Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or
death.
• 
Improper
power circuit can melt, creating electric shock and/or
fire hazard.
• 
Failure to do so can
result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.
• 
Failure to do so can result in
death, explosion, fire, or burns.
•  Packaging
material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk
of suffocation.
• 
 Failure to do so can cause
deform, smoke and fire.
• 
 Dripping wax,
smoke, or fire can result.
• 
Failure to do so can cause product damage, smoke or
fire.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This appliance must be
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If
it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or
lead on the appliance.
Electric shock can result if the dryer is not properly
grounded.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS