LG FDV309W User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
DRYER
Before beginning installation, read these instructions
carefully. This will simplify installation and ensure that the
product is installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the product after installation for future
reference.
EN ENGLISH
FDV309W
MFL71736617
Rev.00_071320
www.lg.com
Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual may contain images or
content that may be different from the
model you purchased.
This manual is subject to revision by the
manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE...........................................................3
WARNING............................................................................................................3
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT....................................................................8
INSTALLATION
Parts and Specifications ....................................................................................9
Installation Place Requirements ....................................................................10
Leveling the Appliance ....................................................................................11
Stacking Instructions .......................................................................................14
OPERATION
Operation Overview.........................................................................................16
Preparing the Clothes......................................................................................17
Control Panel ....................................................................................................20
Programme Table ............................................................................................23
Option Programmes and Extra Functions ....................................................28
SMART FUNCTIONS
LG ThinQ Application.......................................................................................32
Smart Diagnosis ...............................................................................................35
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning after Every Dry .................................................................................37
Cleaning the Appliance Periodically ..............................................................39
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before Calling for Service................................................................................41
APPENDIX
Product Fiche....................................................................................................50

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen
risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance.
The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as
described below.
Safety Messages
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or
scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions,
including the following
Technical Safety
• In the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, keep
ventilation openings clear of obstruction. If not, it can result in a fire.
This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations
that can cause risks. Read the part with this symbol carefully
and follow the instructions in order to avoid risks.
WARNING
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can
cause the minor injury or damage to the appliance.
WARNING - To avoid a fire
Risk of Fire and Flammable Materials

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• This appliance contains R290, a refrigerant that is environmentally
friendly but flammable. Do not damage the refrigerant circuit, keep
an open frame and ignition sources away from the appliance.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously
supervised.
• Do not dry unwashed items in the appliance.
• Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by
the fabric softener instructions.
• Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches.
• Never stop the appliance before the end of the drying cycle unless all
items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is
dissipated.
• The appliance is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used
for cleaning.
• Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil,
vegetable oil, acetone, alcohol, petroleum, kerosene, spot removers,
turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water
with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the
appliance.
• Do not drink the condensed water. Failure to do so may result in food-
borne illnesses.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agents or similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
• The lint filter must be cleaned frequently.
• Lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the appliance.
• Do not spray dry cleaning detergent directly onto the appliance or
use the appliance to dry clothes left with dry cleaning detergent.

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• Do not dry clothes stained with oil substances. Oil substances
(including edible oils) stained on clothes cannot be completely
removed even after washing with water.
• The appliance must not be supplied through an external switching
device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly
switched on and off by a utility.
• Remove clothes from the appliance immediately when drying is
complete or the power is turned off during the drying process.
Leaving clothes that have been dried in the appliance unattended
could result in fire. Clothes removed from the appliance after drying
could result in fire. Remove clothes immediately after drying, and
then hang or lay the clothes flat to cool.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household only.
Maximum Capacity
• The maximum capacity in some cycles for clothes to be dried is 9 kg
(Dry) .
• The recommended maximum capacity for each drying programme
may differ. To get good dry results, please refer to
Programme Table
in
OPERATION chapter for further details.
Installation
• Make sure the appliance is properly installed, grounded, and
adjusted by qualified service personnel according to the installation
instructions.
• Never attempt to operate the appliance if it is damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken
parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
• This appliance should only be transported by two or more people
holding the appliance securely.
• Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place. Do not install
or store the appliance in any outdoor area, or any area that is subject
to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight, wind, rain, or
temperatures below freezing.
• Tighten the drain hose to avoid separation.

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• If the power cord is damaged or the hole of the socket outlet is loose,
do not use the power cord and contact an authorized service centre.
• Do not plug multiple socket outlets, an extension power cable or
adapter with this appliance.
• Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof
textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam
rubber pads should not be dried in the appliance.
• This appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding
door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the
appliance, in such a way that a full opening of the appliance door is
restricted.
• 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 is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding power plug. The power plug
must be plugged into an appropriate socket outlet that is installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or
service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
• Do not modify the power plug provided with the appliance. If it does
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Operation
• Do not attempt to separate any panels or disassemble the appliance.
Do not apply any sharp objects to the control panel in order to
operate the appliance.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance. All repairs and
servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel unless
specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual. Use only
authorized factory parts.
• Keep the area underneath and around the appliance free of
combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
• Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance.

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• Do not leave the appliance door open. Children may hang on the door
or crawl inside the appliance, causing damage or injury.
• Never reach into the appliance while it is operating. Wait until the
drum has completely stopped.
• Do not put in, wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed
in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances
(such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, drycleaning solvents,
kerosene, vegetable oil, cooking oil, etc.). Improper use can cause fire
or explosion.
• In case of flood, disconnect the power plug and contact the LG
Electronics customer information centre.
• Do not push down on the door, when the appliance door is open.
• Do not touch the door during a high temperature programme.
• Do not use flammable gas and combustible substances (benzene,
gasoline, thinner, petroleum, alcohol, etc.) near the appliance.
• If the drain hose or inlet hose is frozen during winter, use it only after
thawing.
• Keep all washing detergents, softener and bleach away from
children.
• Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet
hands.
• Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it.
Maintenance
• Securely plug the power plug in the socket outlet after completely
removing any moisture and dust.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning the
appliance. Setting the controls to the OFF or stand by position does
not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cable. Always
grip the power plug firmly and pull straight out from the socket
outlet.
• Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it.

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Disposal
• Before discarding an old appliance, unplug it. Cut off the cable
directly behind the appliance to prevent misuse.
• Dispose of all packaging materials (such as plastic bags and
styrofoam) away from children. The packaging materials can cause
suffocation.
• Remove the door before disposing of or discarding this appliance to
avoid the danger of children or small animals getting trapped inside.
CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Disposal of Your Old Appliance
This dryer contains refrigerant gases
R290 (GWP: 3): 0.145 kg Hermetically sealed.
• This crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that waste
electrical and electronic products (WEEE) should be
disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream.
• Old electrical products can contain hazardous substances
so correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health. Your old appliance may contain reusable
parts that could be used to repair other products, and
other valuable materials that can be recycled to conserve
limited resources.
• You can take your appliance either to the shop where you
purchased the product, or contact your local government
waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE
collection point. For the most up to date information for
your country please see www.lg.com/global/recycling.

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INSTALLATION
Parts and Specifications
NOTE
• Appearance and specifications may vary without notice to improve the quality of
the appliance.
Front View
Available Accessories
Please contact LG Electronics Customer Information Centre or visit the LG Website at
http://www.lg.com for purchase.
a Condensing Drain Hose and Hose Holder
b Dry Rack
c Stacking Kit
NOTE
• The included accessories vary depending on the model you purchased.
a Water Container
b Control Panel
c Door

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Specifications
Asterisk(s) means model variant and can be varied (0-9) or (A-Z).
Installation Place
Requirements
Before installing the appliance, check the
following information to make sure that
the appliance should be installed in a
correct place.
Installation Location
WARNING
• Do not install the appliance around a
heat source. The rear side of the
appliance must be well ventilated.
Failure to follow these instructions
may result in problems.
• The appliance is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installation such as caravans, aircraft
and etc.
• Do not install the appliance as a built-
in appliance. It is not suitable for built-
in purpose.
NOTE
• For better drying performance, keep
the rear of the appliance away from
the wall.
• Make sure that the location where the
appliance will be installed meets a
minimum clearance conditions.
• Install the appliance on a flat hard
floor. Allowable slope under the
appliance is 1 degree.
• Never try to correct any unevenness in
the floor with pieces of wood,
cardboard or similar materials under
the appliance.
• Install the appliance in a location
where service engineers are easily
accessible in the event of a breakdown.
• Do not install the appliance next to
high-temperature appliances such as
refrigerator, oven or stove, and etc. It
can cause poor drying performance
and delay programme duration. It also
adversely affect the proper functioning
of the compressor.
• Do not install the appliance where
there is a risk of frost or dust. The
appliance may not be able to operate
properly or may be damaged by
freezing of condensed water in the
pump and drain hose.
• With the appliance installed, adjust all
four feet using a spanner to ensure the
appliance is stable, and a clearance of
approximately 20 mm is left between
Model FDV309W
Power supply 220 - 240 V~, 50 Hz
Dimension (Width X Depth X Height) 600 mm X 690 mm X 850 mm
Product weight 56 kg
Allowable temperature 5 - 35 ℃