34 OPERATION OPERATION WARNINg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, including the ImPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, before operating this dryer. Using the Dryer Lint Filter 1 Clean the Lint Filter If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the filter and remove the lint from the last load. This will help ensure the fastest and most efficient drying performance.
OPERATION 35 Group Similar Items Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a new load; a clogged lint filter will increase drying time. To clean, pull the lint filter straight up and roll any lint off the filter with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash the filter to remove lint. Push the lint filter firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning for more information. Different fabrics have different care requirements, and some fabrics will dry more quickly than others.
6 OPERATION Using the LG EasyLoadTM Swing Door Use the swing door when unloading, or when loading bulkier items, for easy access to the drum. To open the swing door, grasp the top of the door on the side opposite the hinge and pull. NOTE Make sure the hamper door release is completely closed before using the swing door. Hamper Door (on some models) Use the hamper door when loading.
OPERATION 37 1 2 3 8 4 5 6 7 4 NOTE Model numbers can be found on the cabinet inside the door. 1 POWER Button Press to turn the dryer ON. Press again to turn the dryer OFF. NOTE Pressing the POWER button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any load settings will be lost. 2 Cycle Selector Knob Turn this knob to select the desired cycle. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets are shown in the display.
38 OPERATION 9 10 11 12 14 13 9 Custom PGM If you have a special combination of settings that you use frequently, you can save these settings as a Custom Program. 13 Estimated Time Remaining This display shows the estimated time remaining for SENSOR DRY cycles or the actual time remaining for Time Dry or MANUAL DRY cycles.
OPERATION 39 Cycle Steam FreshTM Steam SanitaryTM AntiBacterial Fabric Type = default setting = allowable option Dry Level Temperature Time Mid High 10 Comforter, Shirts,Trousers (except especially delicate fabrics) Off Comforter, Bedding, Children’s clothing Off High 31 Do not use this cycle with delicate fabrics.
40 OPERATION Manual 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 dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. The estimated time remaining will be shown in the display. NOTE Use dry cycles to select a specific amount I manual GN ES of drying time and a drying temperature.
OPERATION 41 Cycle Modifier Buttons SENSOR DRY cycles have preset settings that are selected automatically. MANUAL DRY cycles have default settings, but you may also customize the settings using the cycle modifier buttons. Press the button for that option to view and select other settings. Cycle Option Buttons The dryer features several additional cycle options to customize cycles to meet individual needs.
42 OPERATION Special Functions Some cycle option buttons also activate secondary functions. These special functions are marked with an asterisk (*). Press and hold the option button marked with the special function to activate it. Custom PGM If you have a special combination of settings that you use frequently, you can save these settings as a custom program. Saving a Custom Program: * Drum Light The drum is equipped with a blue LED that illuminates when the dryer is turned on.
OPERATION 43 LG’s new steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes and reduce static, or sanitize clothes. Simply select the Steam Fresh™ cycle or the Steam Sanitary™ cycle. Or you can add a steam option to selected cycles. Using the Steam Fresh™ cycle Steam Fresh™ uses the power of steam alone to quickly reduce wrinkles and odors in fabrics. It brings new life to wrinkled clothes that have been stored for an extended time.
44 OPERATION NOTE Warning •• Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death. •• Do not fill the steam feeder with gasoline, drycleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns. •• Do not touch the steam nozzle in the drum during or after the steam cycle. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death.
SMART FEATIRES 45 Tag On (on some models) Before Using Tag On The Tag On function allows you to conveniently use the LG Smart Diagnosis™, Cycle Download, Laundry Stats and Tag On Cycle Set features to communicate with the appliance from a smart phone. To use the Tag On function: 1 Download the LG Smart Laundry & DW application to the smart phone. 2 Turn on the NFC (Near Field Communication) function on the smart phone.
46 SMART FEATIRES Using Tag On With Apps LG Smart Diagnosis™, Cycle Download, Laundry Stats and Tag On Cycle Set in the LG Smart Laundry & DW apps use the Tag On function when you touch the LG appliance’s Tag On logo with your NFCequipped smart phone. 2 Touch the Tag On logo. 3 Check the diagnosis results and solutions. NOTE Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry & DW application is subject to change for product improvement purposes.
SMART FEATIRES 47 4 5 Agree to Terms and Conditions of the Use and Privacy Policy by pressing I accept. Tag On Cycle Download Tag On Cycle Download allows you to download cycles for later use. The cycle is available at the Download Cycle position on the control panel until another cycle is downloaded. 1 Select Tag On Cycle Download. 2 Touch the Tag On logo. 3 Select a cycle to download. Enter your phone number in the field.
48 SMART FEATIRES 4 5 Touch the Tag On logo. •• When a Tag On screen appears, tap your smart phone on the Tag On icon on the right side of the dryer’s control panel. Flow SenseTM Status •• LG’s Flow Sense duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to restrictions in the installed household ductwork that reduce exhaust airflow through the dryer. 1 Select Laundry Stats. 2 Touch the Tag On logo. 3 Check the Flow Sense status result.
SMART FEATIRES 49 Tag On Cycle Set 1 Tag On Cycle Set allows you to automatically adjust the cycle and settings based on your laundry needs. Select the Run Cycle Again button. •• The Most Used cycle or Most Recent cycle can be immediately started by selecting the Run Cycle Again button. 2 Touch the Tag On logo. 3 Check whether drying starts with the selected cycle. •• The screen shown above appears and drying starts immediately on the selected cycle. 1 Select Tag On Cycle Set.
50 SMART FEATIRES 4 After selecting the category, a list of specific cycles will appear. Select the cycle based on your needs. 5 When the Tag On screen appears, tap your smart phone to the Tag On logo on the right side of the dryer’s control panel. 6 After tagging the machine with your phone, the cycle will automatically start. Verify that the correct cycle and settings were selected.
MAINTENANCE 51 Regular Cleaning Warning To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: •• Unplug the dryer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death. Maintaining Ductwork Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup once per month and cleaned at least once per year.
52 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions Q: When I press a button, why does my dryer beep and then nothing happens? A: The Child Lock feature is turned on. To turn off Child Lock, turn the dryer on, then press and hold the button that has *Child Lock on or under it for 3 seconds. Q: Why does my dryer take so long to dry clothes? A: Proper airflow is critical to the efficient operation of clothes dryers.
Troubleshooting 53 This dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. Operation Problem The Flow SenseTM indicator remains active after clearing the restriction in the venting.
54 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solutions Exhaust ducts are blocked, dirty, or duct run is too long. Confirm that the exhaust duct is properly configured and free of debris, lint, and obstructions. Make sure that outside wall dampers can open properly and are not blocked, jammed, or damaged. Load is not properly sorted. Separate heavy items from lightweight items. Larger and heavier items take longer to dry.
Troubleshooting 55 Clothes take too long to dry Drying time is not consistent Possible Cause Solutions Energy Saver option selected (on some models) If using the Cotton/Normal cycle, deselect the Energy Saver option. This option reduces energy use by adding an air dry section to the beginning of the cycle. Heat settings, load size, or dampness of clothing is not consistent.
56 Troubleshooting Performance Problem Possible Cause Fabric softener used incorrectly. Confirm and follow the instructions provided with your fabric softener. Clean and dirty clothes are being dried together. Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Soil from dirty clothes can transfer to the clean clothes in the same or later loads. Clothes were not properly cleaned or rinsed before being placed in the dryer. Stains on dried clothes could be stains that were not removed during the washing process.
Troubleshooting 57 Possible Cause Excess static in clothes. Use a fabric softener to reduce static electricity. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Overdrying a load of laundry can cause a buildup of static electricity. Adjust settings and use a shorter drying time, or use SENSOR DRY cycles. Dryer is overloaded. Divide extra large loads into smaller loads for drying. Tissue, paper, etc., left in pockets. Check pockets thoroughly before washing and drying clothes.
58 Troubleshooting Steam Functions (Steam Models) Problem Possible Cause Solutions Water drips from nozzle when STEAM CYCLE starts This is normal. Garments still wrinkled after Steam FreshTM Too many or overly different types of garments in dryer. Creases or pleats are gone from garments after Steam FreshTM The function of this cycle is to remove wrinkles from fabric. Use an iron to replace creases and pleats in garments. Garments have static after using the Reduce Static option This is normal.
Troubleshooting 59 Problem Possible Cause Solutions Error code: tE1 through tE7 Temperature sensor failure. Turn off the dryer and call for service. Display shows error code: PS (electric dryers only) Power cord is connected incorrectly. Check the connection of the power cord to the terminal block. Exhaust system is too long or has too many turns/restrictions. Install a shorter or straighter duct run. See the Installation Instructions for details.
60 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solutions Check steam feeder drawer: (1) Make sure the steam feeder is filled with water to the MAX line. Water supply error. indicator light is on during the drying cycle (2) Make sure the steam feeder is seated properly and the drawer is fully closed. (3) Turn the dryer off then restart the STEAM CYCLE. Do not use distilled water; the water level sensor in the steam generator will not work. Pump not working. Unplug dryer and call for service.