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Dry Cycles

Turn the knob or press the button to select the desired cycle. When you select a dry cycle the light for the corresponding dry cycle will turn on.

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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: Energy SaverAvailable: AllWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleHeavy DutyDescriptionUse this cycle for drying heavy-duty clothes like jeans or garments that need extra drying.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: Energy SaverAvailable: Energy SaverWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleBulky/LargeDescriptionUse this cycle for drying blankets or bulky items such as pillows, blankets, comforters, sheets or pet bedding.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleSmall LoadDescriptionUse this cycle for drying light or small items. (up to 3 items)Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleTowelsDescriptionUse this cycle for drying towels.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: Energy SaverAvailable: Energy SaverWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleSportswearDescriptionUse this cycle for drying special garments for sports and outdoor wear.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: Energy SaverAvailable: Energy SaverWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleAntibacterialDescriptionUsing this cycle helps to reduce bacteria.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleDelicatesDescriptionUse this cycle for drying dress shirts/blouses, nylons, lingerie, or sheer and lacy clothes which can easily be damaged. Dry LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalWrinkle CareDefault: OffCycleWoolDescriptionUse this cycle for drying shrinkable woolen or hand-washable items requiring delicate care.Dry LevelNot adjustableDry ModeDefault: Energy SaverAvailable: Energy SaverWrinkle CareDefault: OffCyclePerm. PressDescriptionUse this cycle to minimize wrinkles when drying tablecloths or wrinkle-free clothes.Dry LevelDefault: NormalAvailable: AllDry ModeDefault: NormalAvailable: NormalWrinkle CareDefault: Off

Manual Dry Cycles

Use Manual Dry cycles to select a specific amount of drying time. When a Manual Dry cycle is selected, the actual time remaining in your cycle appears on the display. You can change the actual time in the cycle by pressing the More Time or Less Time buttons.CycleRack DryDescriptionUse this cycle to dry clothes without tumble action. It is suitable for all fabrics that need refreshing.CycleHeated DryDescriptionUse this cycle to dry clothes that can be tumble dried using heat.CycleAir DryDescriptionUse this cycle to dry all fabrics that can be tumble dried without using heat.If the load is less than 1 kg, please use the Heated Dry. Wool items should be dried using the Wool cycle and heat-sensitive fabrics including silk, underwear and lingerie should be dried using the Delicates cycle. For best results, and to avoid damaging clothes, follow the recommended load size when selecting a cycle.

Special Drying Cycles

CycleDownloadedDescriptionThis cycle allows you to download a new and specialized drying cycle to your appliance with a smartphone.Refer to the LG ThinQ smartphone application to see the cycles available for download.

Selectable Drying Options

CycleDry ModeWrinkle CareCycleDry LevelOffEnergy Saver*1NormalNormalVery###Normal###Damp###Heavy Duty-##Bulky/Large-##Small Load-##Towels-##Sportswear-##Antibacterial-##DelicatesVery##Normal##Damp##Wool-##Perm. PressVery##Normal##Damp##Rack Dry-##Heated Dry-###Air Dry-##This option helps to reduce the energy used when drying clothes by circulating the refrigerant at a lower speed than in the Normal mode. When this option is selected, the drying time will increase.