Before Installing
Choosing the Proper Location
Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating the appliance. It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using the appliance. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections and additional requirements are provided on the following pages.
Leveling the Appliance
Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.The appliance is heavy. Two or more people are required when installing the appliance.
Reversing 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.Unplug the appliance or turn off power at the main circuit breaker before beginning door reversal.
Installing the Vent Kit
Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.Use a heavy metal vent.Do not use plastic or thin foil ducts.Clean old ducts before installing the appliance.The appliance is configured to vent to the rear. It can also vent to the bottom or side.An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains duct components necessary to change the appliance vent location.Right-side venting is not available on gas models.
Venting the Dryer
Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors.To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or accumulation of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into an enclosed and unventilated area, such as an attic, wall, ceiling, crawl space, chimney, gas vent, or concealed space of a building.To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT exhaust the dryer with plastic or thin foil ducting.Do not exceed the recommended duct length limitations noted in the chart. Failure to follow these instructions may result in extended drying times, fire or death.Do not crush or collapse ductwork.Do not allow ductwork to rest on or contact sharp objects.If connecting to existing ductwork, make sure it is suitable and clean before installing the dryer.Venting must conform to local building codes.Use only 4-inch (10.2 cm) rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for venting outside.The exhaust duct must be 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter with no obstructions. The exhaust duct should be kept as short as possible. Make sure to clean any old ducts before installing the new dryer.Rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ducting is recommended for use between the dryer and the wall. All non-rigid metal transition duct must be UL-listed. Use of other materials for transition duct could affect drying time.DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other fasteners which extend into the duct that could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the exhaust system. Secure all joints with duct tape.Ductwork is not provided with the dryer. You should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. The vent hood should have hinged dampers to prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use.The total length of flexible metal duct must not exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m).When pushing the dryer into the final install position, do not crush or collapse ductwork.
Connecting Gas Dryers
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, property damage, injury to persons, or death when using this appliance, follow requirements including the following.
Connecting Electric Dryers
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, property damage, injury to persons, or death when using this appliance, fulfill the following requirements.
Connecting the Water Inlet Hose
To generate steam, the dryer must be connected to the cold water tap using a new water supply hose. Do not use old hoses.Do not overtighten the hoses or cross-thread the hose fittings. Overtightening or cross-threading can damage the valves or couplings, resulting in leaking and property damage.Do not reuse old hoses. Use only new hoses when installing the appliance. Old hoses could leak or burst causing flooding and property damage. Contact an LG Customer Information Center for assistance in buying hoses.Periodically check the hoses for cracks, leaks, and wear, and replace the hoses every five years.Do not stretch the water hoses intentionally, and make sure that they are not pinched, crushed or kinked by other objects.Water supply pressure must be between 20 psi and 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa). If the water supply pressure is more than 120 psi, a pressure reducing valve must be installed.Do not store or install the appliance in a location subject to freezing temperatures. Damage to the water inlet hoses and internal mechanisms of the appliance can result. If the appliance was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to stand at room temperature for several hours before use and check for leaks prior to operation.Do not use flood-preventing hoses with auto shut off devices. The devices can be tripped during fill and prevent the appliance from filling properly.If your water supply contains a lot of debris, a whole home water filter may help to remove the debris from the water before it reaches the dryer inlets.
Final Installation Check
Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation with the following tests.