Before Installing
Choosing the Proper Location
Check the following requirements for the install location before installing the appliance.Allow for sufficient space between the walls and the appliance for installation.Make sure that the floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water and oil so the leveling feet cannot slide easily. Leveling feet that can move or slide on the floor can contribute to excess vibration and noise.If the floor has too much flex, reinforce it to make it more rigid. If the floor is not solid, it may cause severe vibration and noise.If a drain pan must be used, take extra care to follow the instructions provided with the drain pan and make sure the leveling feet are adjusted for firm and even contact with the pan. Use of drain pans and failure to properly level the appliance may result in increased vibration and noise during operation.
Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material
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.
Installing the Dryer Side Vent Kit
The appliance is configured to vent to the rear. It can also vent to the side.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.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 (same side as gas connection).Bottom venting is not available on stacked or integrated stacked models.
Venting the Dryer
Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors.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.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 '' (10 cm) rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and for venting outside.The exhaust duct must be 4 '' (10 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.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).
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 the Water Inlet Hoses
Connecting the Drain Hose
Connect the drain hose to either a standpipe or laundry tub.The drain hose should always be properly secured. Failure to properly secure the drain hose can result in flooding and property damage.The drain must be installed in accordance with any applicable local codes and regulations.Make sure that the drain hose is not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked.The end of the drain hose should be located a minimum of 24" (61 cm) and a maximum of 96" (244 cm) above the bottom of the washer. For best results, locate the end of the drain hose no higher than 66" (168 cm) above the bottom of the washer. As the drain outlet is raised beyond 66" (168 cm), the drain function will be increasingly affected.If you are experiencing backflow or residual water in the dryer reservoir, try reducing the height of the dryer drain hose end to lower than 38" above the base of the washer.Never create an airtight seal between the hose and the drain with tape or other means. If no air gap is present, water can be siphoned out of the drum resulting in poor wash/rinse performance or clothing damage.
Leveling the Appliance
The drum of the washer spins at very high speeds. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be a solid, level surface.Using the appliance without leveling it may cause excess vibration and noise, leading to an appliance malfunction.Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to level the appliance. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the appliance to vibrate.Before installing the appliance, make sure that the floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water and oil so the appliance feet cannot slide easily. Feet that move or slide on the floor can contribute to excessive vibration and noise.
Final Installation Check
Disassembly