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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.

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Sensor Dry Cycles

Sensor dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in the air and adjust the drying time as needed to ensure superior results. The appliance automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. The estimated time remaining will be shown in the display.CycleNormalDescriptionUse this cycle for drying all normal items such as cotton, linen, shirts, jeans or mixed loads, except delicate fabrics such as wool or silk.Dry LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: AllCycleHeavy DutyDescriptionUse this cycle for drying heavy-duty clothes like jeans or garments that need extra drying.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCycleBeddingDescriptionUse this cycle for drying blankets or bulky items such as pillows, blankets, comforters, sheets or pet bedding.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCyclePower DryDescriptionThis cycle is a high-temperature dry cycle.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: SpeedAvailable: SpeedCycleShrinkage ReliefDescriptionReduces shrinkage by optimizing motion, dry level and temp.Dry LevelDefault: LessAvailable: LessDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCycleSilent DryDescriptionReduces sounds made during drying.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCycleAI DryDescriptionThis cycle optimizes drying times and temperatures by detecting the laundry’s characteristics.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCycleDelicatesDescriptionUse this cycle for drying dress shirts/blouses, nylons, lingerie, or sheer and lacy clothes which can easily be damaged. Dry LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllDry ModeDefault: SpeedAvailable: SpeedCyclePerm. PressDescriptionUse this cycle to minimize wrinkles when drying tablecloths or wrinkle-free clothes.Dry LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: Normal, LessDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCycleTowelsDescriptionUse this cycle for drying towels.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCycleSmall LoadDescriptionUse this cycle for drying light or small items. (up to 3 items)Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: SpeedAvailable: Speed

Manual Dry Cycles

CycleCondenser CareDescriptionCleans built-up lint off of the condenser using water.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: SpeedAvailable: SpeedCycleDry TimeDescriptionUse this cycle to manually select the drying time,from 30 to 180 minutes.TimeDefault: 30 minutesAvailable: 30-180 minutesDry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalCycleDrum CareDescriptionThis cycle prevents unpleasant odors in the drum.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: SpeedAvailable: Speed

Special Drying Cycles

CycleDownloaded (Wrinkle Prevention)DescriptionThis cycle allows you to download a new and specialized drying cycle to your appliance with a smartphone.The default cycle is Wrinkle Prevention. This cycle is also available for download.Refer to the LG ThinQ smartphone application to see the cycles available for download.Dry LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: All

Selectable Drying Options

CycleDry ModeDamp SignalWrinkle CareCycleDry LevelOffEnergy saver*1NormalSpeedNormalVery#####More#####Normal#####Less####Damp####Heavy Duty-##Bedding-##Power Dry-##Shrinkage ReliefLess##Silent Dry-##AI Dry-##DelicatesVery###More###Normal###Less##Damp##Perm. PressNormal###Less##Towels-##Small Load-##Condenser Care-#Dry Time-##Drum Care-#Wrinkle PreventionVery#####More#####Normal#####Less####Damp####This option helps to reduce the energy use by drying clothes at a lower temperature than normal mode. When this option is set, the drying time will increase.