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.
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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.

wWARNING
To reduce the risk of injury to persons, follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long
sleeved gloves and safety glasses. Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in property
damage, injury to persons, or death.
Exhaust/Ducting:
• 
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
• 



. An accumulation of lint in any area of
the home can create a health and fire hazard.
• 


 Punctured
ductwork can cause a fire if it collapses or becomes
otherwise restricted in use or during installation.
• 


 Failure to
follow these instructions can result in fire or death.
• 



dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
fire or death.
• 





 Failure to
follow these instructions can result in fire or death.
• 

 Secure
all joints with duct tape. For complete details, follow
the Installation Instructions. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire or death.
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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.

wWARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,
including the following:

• 
To prevent
injury to persons or damage to the dryer, the electrical
power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded
outlet.
• 
Failure to do so can result in electric shock
or injury.
• 

Failure to follow these instructions can create an
electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.
• 




Failure to follow these instructions can create an
electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.
• 

This provides
sparkling performance and also prevents overloading
house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard
from overheated wires.
• 

The power cord can be damaged,
resulting in a risk of fire and electric shock.
• 


The power cord can
melt, creating an electric shock and/or fire hazard.
• 
This will
prevent injury and prevent damage to the dryer from
fire and electric shock.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

8
PRODUCT FEATURES
EASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL
Rotate the cycle selector knob to select the desired dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust settings with the touch
of a button.
Two-way Easy-access Reversing Door
The LG EasyLoad™ can be tilted open from the top, hamper-style, allowing you to easily load the dryer without
items falling on the floor. The door still swings open to provide easy access for unloading or loading of bulkier
items. The door hinge can be reversed to adjust to the installation location.
EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR
The wide-opening door provides easy access for loading and unloading. The door hinge can be reversed to adjust
for installation location.
FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM INDICATOR
The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to restrictions in the installed household
ductwork that reduce exhaust airflow through the dryer. If you see the alert: Clean or repair the ducts to remove
the restrictions. Keep your ducts clean to help increase efficiency and reduce long drying times caused by blocked
ducts.
Smart Diagnosis™
Should you experience any technical difficulty with your dryer, it has the capability of transmitting data via your
telephone to the Customer Information Center. The call center agent records the data transmitted from your
machine and uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis.
Protocol P154
Sanitization Performance of
Residential Clothes dryer
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PRODUCT FEATURES

9
ENGLISH
INTRODUCING YOUR DRYER
Parts
Control
panel
Leveling
feet
Reversible
door
Lint filter
Terminal
block
access panel
(Electric
models)
Gas
connection
location
(Gas models)
Power cord
location
(Gas
models)
Exhaust
duct
outlet
NOTE
• Visit www.lg.com to purchase accessories.
• Contact LG Customer Service at 1-800-243-0000 (1-888-542-2623 in Canada) if any accessories are missing.
• For your safety and for extended 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 owner’s 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.
INTRODUCING YOUR DRYER
Drying rack
(3750EL0001C)
Two-Way Reversible Door
(on some models)
The LG EasyLoad™ feature allows you to open the dryer
door from the top, hamper-style, when loading the
dryer to help guide clothes into the drum and prevent
them from falling onto the floor. When unloading the
dryer or loading bulkier items, use the swing door for
easy access to the drum.
Release
Hamper
door
Swing door


Accessories
Safety Tether Kit
(on some models)
Side vent kit
(sold separately)
Kit No. 383EEL9001B

This optional kit helps prevent the dryer tipping if children climb on the door or if someone should fall onto the door. It is
recommended that you install this kit, depending on your situation, but it is not required. Follow the customer installation
instructions included with the kit to properly install the kit. If you do not install the kit, store it out of reach of children.

10
Control Panel Features
Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for
more detailed information.
wWARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety
Instructions, before operating this dryer.
INTRODUCING YOUR DRYER
C
F
GDE
A
B
NOTE
Pressing the ON/OFF button during a cycle will
cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost.
A
Press to turn the dryer ON. Press again to turn the
dryer OFF.
D
To adjust the drying time, use these buttons with
MANUAL DRY, TIME DRY, and STEAM FRESH™ cycles,
as well as the REDUCE STATIC and EASY IRON
options. Press the MORE TIME button to increase the
selected manual cycle time by a minute; press LESS
TIME to decrease the cycle time by a minute.
E
Use these buttons to select the desired cycle
settings for the selected cycle. The current settings
are shown in the display. Press the button for that
option to view and select other settings.
F
The display shows the settings, estimated time
remaining, options, and status messages for your
dryer.
G
The OPTION buttons allow you to select additional
cycle options. Certain buttons also allow you to
activate special functions by pressing and holding
the button for 3 seconds.
B
Turn this knob to select the desired cycle. Once
the desired cycle has been selected, the standard
presets will be shown in the display. On MANUAL
DRY cycles, these settings can be adjusted using
the cycle setting buttons anytime before starting
the cycle.
NOTE
If you do not press the START/PAUSE button to
resume a cycle within 4 minutes, the dryer turns
off automatically.
C
Press this button to START the selected cycle. If the
dryer is running, use this button to PAUSE the cycle
without losing the current settings.

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ENGLISH
Display
The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your dryer. When the
dryer is turned on, the light in the display will illuminate.
wWARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety
Instructions, before operating this dryer.
INTRODUCING YOUR DRYER
NOTE
The cycle time on SENSOR DRY cycles may
fluctuate as the dryer recalculates drying time for
optimal results.
A
When the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the dryer
will display the estimated (SENSOR DRY) or set time
(TIME DRY) remaining, and begin tumbling.
D
The display will show CHECK FILTER when the dryer
is turned on as a reminder to check the filter. It turns
off when the START/PAUSE button is pressed.
E
If you have a special combination of settings that
you use frequently, you can save these settings as a
CUSTOM PROGRAM.
F

The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system
detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork
that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. This
improves operating efficiency and helps minimize
service calls, saving your money.
B

This portion of the display shows which stage of the
drying cycle is currently underway (CHECK FILTER,
DRY, COOLING, or WRINKLE CARE).
C
When CHILD LOCK is set, the CHILD LOCK indicator
will appear and all buttons are disabled except
the POWER button. This prevents children from
changing settings while the dryer is operating.
C
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A
B
D C
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C
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A
B
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12
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Preview Installation Order
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Checking and choosing the
proper location
Leveling the dryer
Connecting electric dryers
Venting the dryer
Connecting gas dryers
Test run
Installation test
(Refer to page 34.)
Press and hold
Plugging in the power cord
and grounding
120V
(Gas) (Electric)
240V

13
ENGLISH
Installation Location Requirements
wWARNING
It is important that
you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical
connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are provided on the following pages.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off
at the end of an automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times. The dryer must not be installed or stored in
an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. Check code requirements. 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
Installation Spacing For Recessed Area Or Closet Installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of
1 inches(2.54cm) clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should be considered for the following
reasons:
• A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A
gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
See 
• A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft.
(61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See 

• A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200
lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
• No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the
same closet as a dryer.
• Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
• Additional 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.
NOTE
• A level floor with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm) under entire dryer.
Clothes may not tumble properly, and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.
• For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. If using a
pedestal, you will need 18 inches (46 cm) to the bottom of the dryer.
NOTE
There should be at least a little space around the dryer (or any other appliance) to eliminate the transfer of
vibration from one to the other. Too much vibration, it could cause them to make noise or touch each other
causing paint damage and making even more noise.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
24 in.
2*
(155 cm
2
)
18" min.*
(45,7 cm)
1"*
(2,5 cm)
30"
(76,1 cm)
30"
(76,1 cm)
5"**
(12,7 cm)
48 in.
2*
(310 cm
2
)
14" max.*
(35,6 cm)
3"
*
(7,6 cm)
3"
*
(7,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
1"*
(2,5 cm)
5"**
(12,7 cm)
14" max.*
(35,6 cm)
18" min.*
(45,7 cm)
0"
(0 cm)
39"
(99,1 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
30"
(76,1 cm)
5"**
(12,7 cm)
1"**
(2,5 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
9"**
(22,9 cm)
7"* (17,8 cm) 7"* (17,8 cm)
1"* (2,5 cm) 5 "**
(14 cm)
1/2
771/2"
(196,8 cm)
3"* (7,6 cm) 6"*(15,2 cm)
3"* (7,6 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
24 in.2*
(155 cm2)
48 in.2*
(310 cm2)
5 " **
(12.7 cm)
14
" max.*
(35.6
cm)
50
1⁄4"
(127.5 cm)
28
15⁄16"
(73.4 cm)
21
1⁄4"
(54 cm)
45
7⁄16"
(115.3 cm)
Closet Door Vent
Requirements
5 " **
(12,7 cm)
14 " max.*
(35,6 cm)
50
1⁄4"
(127,5 cm)
28
15⁄16"
(73,4 cm)
21
1⁄4"
(54 cm)
45
7⁄16"
(115,3 cm)
Requisitos de ventilación
de la puerta del armario
(2,54 cm) (2,54 cm)
(7,6 cm)
(7,6 cm)
(7.6 cm)
(7.6 cm)
(68,6 cm)
(2.54 cm) (2.54 cm)(68.6 cm)
28
(73.4 cm)
7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm)
5"*
(12.7 cm) 1"* (2.5 cm)
27
"
(68.6 cm)
1"
(2.54 cm)
1"
(2.54 cm)
28
(73,4 cm)
7"* (17,8 cm) 7"* (17,8 cm)
5"*
(12,7 cm) 1"* (2,5 cm)
27
"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,54 cm)
1"
(2,54 cm)

14
Clearances (cont.)
Recommended Installation Spacing For Cabinet Installation
• For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required.
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting,
2 inches (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.
Leveling the Dryer
wWARNING



Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury
or death.

Failure to follow
this warning can cause serious injury or death.
To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying
performance, it must be level. To minimize vibration,
noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be a
perfectly level, solid surface.
1. Position the dryer in the final location. Place a level
across 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 leveling feet.
Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or counterclockwise
to lower it. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer
is level from side to side and front to back.
Make sure that all 4 leveling feet are in firm contact with
the floor.
Level
Leveling Feet
NOTE
Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to
level the dryer. Extending the leveling feet more than
necessary can cause the dryer to vibrate.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
24 in.
2*
(155 cm
2
)
18" min.*
(45,7 cm)
1"*
(2,5 cm)
30"
(76,1 cm)
30"
(76,1 cm)
5"**
(12,7 cm)
48 in.
2*
(310 cm
2
)
14" max.*
(35,6 cm)
3"
*
(7,6 cm)
3"
*
(7,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
1"*
(2,5 cm)
5"**
(12,7 cm)
14" max.*
(35,6 cm)
18" min.*
(45,7 cm)
0"
(0 cm)
39"
(99,1 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
30"
(76,1 cm)
5"**
(12,7 cm)
1"**
(2,5 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
9"**
(22,9 cm)
7"* (17,8 cm) 7"* (17,8 cm)
1"* (2,5 cm) 5 "**
(14 cm)
1/2
771/2"
(196,8 cm)
3"* (7,6 cm) 6"*(15,2 cm)
3"* (7,6 cm)
27"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
1"
(2,5 cm)
24 in.2*
(155 cm2)
48 in.2*
(310 cm2)
5 " **
(12.7 cm)
14
" max.*
(35.6
cm)
50
1⁄4"
(127.5 cm)
28
15⁄16"
(73.4 cm)
21
1⁄4"
(54 cm)
45
7⁄16"
(115.3 cm)
Closet Door Vent
Requirements
5 " **
(12,7 cm)
14 " max.*
(35,6
cm)
50
1⁄4"
(127,5 cm)
28
15⁄16"
(73,4 cm)
21
1⁄4"
(54 cm)
45
7⁄16"
(115,3 cm)
Requisitos de ventilación
de la puerta del armario
(2,54 cm) (2,54 cm)
(7,6 cm)
(7,6 cm)
(7.6 cm)
(7.6 cm)
(68,6 cm)
(2.54 cm) (2.54 cm)(68.6 cm)
28
(73.4 cm)
7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm)
5"*
(12.7 cm) 1"* (2.5 cm)
27
"
(68.6 cm)
1"
(2.54 cm)
1"
(2.54 cm)
28
(73,4 cm)
7"* (17,8 cm) 7"* (17,8 cm)
5"*
(12,7 cm) 1"* (2,5 cm)
27
"
(68,6 cm)
1"
(2,54 cm)
1"
(2,54 cm)

15
ENGLISH
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE


• The door reversal process for the two-way door is more
complex than for a conventional dryer door. Read
through these instructions in their entirety before
beginning the process, in order to gauge whether to
have the procedure done by a professional installer or
service person.
• A support video is also provided at http://www.
lg.com/us/support/videos/video-tutorials-view, How
to Reverse the Door – LG EasyLoad™ Dryer.

• 
(recommended for hinge
screws if they are tight or your Phillips screwdriver is
worn)
(for lifting out parts)
wWARNING
THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to
follow the instructions below may result in damage to
the dryer, property damage or personal injury.
• 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.
• Avoid dropping the door to avoid damage to the door
or the floor.
• Unplug the dryer or turn off power at the main circuit
breaker before beginning door reversal.

NOTE
The instructions here are for changing the door swing
from a right to a left side hinge. If the door has been
reversed, and it is necessary to change it back, use
care when following these instructions. Some of
the illustrations and the left/ right references will be
reversed, and you will need to read the instructions
carefully.
wWARNING
Be sure to support the weight of the door before
removing the 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 work surface.

hinge
hinge
cover
latch hole
cover
latch
mechanism
hinge
hinge
cover
a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws
and the latch mechanism on the front panel of the
cabinet.
b. Remove the latch hole cover by gently prying it
up with a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not
to scratch the paint. Install the latch hole cover on
the opposite side, where the latch mechanism was
removed. Install the latch mechanism in the position
from which you removed the latch hole cover, using
the two screws removed in step a.
c. Remove the hinge cover by gently prying it up with
a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch
the paint. Rotate the hinge cover 180 degrees and
install it on the opposite side, where the hinge was
attached.
Reversing the Door

16
4. With the door on a protected surface, remove the 16
screws on each side of the door and lift off the inner
door frame using a flat blade screwdriver. Remove the
latch hook and blank and install them on the opposite
side.
Inner door
frame
Blank Latch hook
5. Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door
frame. Remove the two plastic cover caps. Reinstall
the hinges and cover caps on the opposite sides from
which they were removed.
Hinge
assembly
Cover cap
6. With the hinges and cover caps in the new locations,
remount the inner door frame onto the outer door
frame with the screws removed in step 4 above.
wWARNING
Be sure to support the weight of the door before
installing the hinge screws.

While supporting the door, install the four hinge
screws removed in step 2. Test the swing of the
door to make sure the hinges and latch are properly
aligned and that the door opens, closes and latches
properly in both directions.
Swing Door

wWARNING
Be sure to support the weight of the door before
installing the hinge screws.
ON THE CABINET :


Two large
screws
Two small
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 work surface.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

17
ENGLISH

Upper
hinge
Hinge
cover
Latch hole
cover
latch
mechanism
Hinge
bracket
Hinge
a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws
and the latch mechanism on the front panel of the
cabinet.
b. Remove the latch hole cover by gently prying it
up with a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not
to scratch the paint. Install the latch hole cover on
the opposite side, where the latch mechanism was
removed. Install the latch mechanism in the position
from which you removed the latch hole cover, using
the two screws removed in step a.
c. Remove the hinge cover by gently prying it up with
a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch
the paint. Rotate the hinge cover 180 degrees and
install it on the opposite side, where the upper hinge
was attached.
d. Reverse the hinge and the hinge bracket at the
bottom of the cabinet. Remove the two screws from
the hinge bracket at the bottom right and remove
the hinge bracket. Remove the lower of the two
screws behind the hinge bracket. Do NOT remove
the upper screw behind the hinge bracket. Set the
parts aside.
wCAUTION
Do NOT remove any of the eight screws on the face of
the cabinet (marked below). Doing so could result in
damage to the dryer and the need for a service call to
repair the dryer.
e. Remove the three screws on the hinge at the
bottom left. Remove the hinge and reinstall it on the
right side. The top screw will occupy the hole where
you removed the screw behind the hinge bracket in
step d.
f. Install the hinge bracket removed in step d on the
bottom left side, first installing one screw behind the
hinge bracket.
hinge
cover
latch
mechanism
latch hole
cover
hinge
hinge
bracket
Cabinet Reversal complete
ON THE DOOR:

With the door laid inside facing up on a protected
surface, remove the twelve screws on the inside
of the door. Carefully lift off the door cover with
the help of a small flat blade screwdriver inserted
in the upper corner (circled below).
wWARNING
The edges of the door cover may be sharp. Take care
when handling, or wear gloves to avoid injury.
Hole
plug
Twelve screws
Side
Interlock
button
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

18

Remove the two screws on the door cover that secure
the door strike.
Switch the door strike and the blank cover, installing
them on the opposite sides from which they were
removed.
Short
screws
Long
screw
Blank cover Door strike
Raise
Pull
Remove blank cover
Gently pry out the hole plug on the side of the door
cover and install it in the hole on the opposite side.
Hole
plug
Set the door cover aside.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

19
ENGLISH

You will now be removing and reversing various components inside the door. See below for a detailed diagram
and identification of the inner structure and parts of the door. (The diagram shows the “before view” of the door,
with the default set-up for a right side hinge swing. After following these instructions, your door should be a
mirror image of the illustration.)
Top interlock buttons
Upper
hinge
assembly
Upper
hinge filter
Lower
hinge filler
Lower hinge
bracket
Upper
hinge
pivot
Lower
hinge
assembly
Glass
Inner lock rods
Top lock rod
Side lock rod
Side Interlock button
Bumpers
Interlock buttons
Inner lock rods
Upper hinge assembly
Side lock rod
Hole plug
Upper hinge filler
Low hinge filler
Lower hinge bracket
Upper hinge pivot
Top lock rod
Lower hinge assembly
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

20

door.
Make sure to remove the spring with the interlock
button and to keep the two together. Set the interlock
button aside. Do not confuse these with the interlock
buttons from the top of the outer door.

Remove the side lock rod from the lower hinge
bracket by lifting the top end of the rod and sliding it
toward the top of the door. The spring should remain
attached to the lock rod. Set the lock rod aside.
Spring

a. Slide the lock rod to the right to remove it from the
hinge assembly on the left side.
b. While sliding the lock rod right, lift the right end up
and out of the guides.
NOTE
Do not remove the two inner lock rods and two
interlock buttons (see page 17) located underneath
the top lock rod. They do NOT need to be reversed.

Once the top lock rod has been removed, the
hinge pivot can easily be removed from the hinge
assembly on the upper left and set aside.
Upper
hinge
pivot
Upper hinge
assembly


Lift out the upper hinge filler (on the right) and set it
aside.
Carefully lift the upper hinge assembly (on the left)
out of the outer door frame, using a small flat blade
screwdriver if necessary. Rotate the hinge assembly
180 degrees and install it on the upper right side of
the outer door. You will need to press firmly to install
the hinge assembly.
The hinge pivot removed in step 11 will be installed
later.
Upper hinge assembly
Upper hinge pivot
Now rotate the hinge filler 180 degrees and install it
on the upper left side of the door.
Upper hinge filler
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS