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.
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 use direct water clean, 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.
Connecting the Drain Hose
The end of the drain hose must be at least 30cm (12in.) and no more than 120cm (47in.) from the bottom of the dryer.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.
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.