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- Page 1 OWNEr’S MANuAL DrYer Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. Dle3170* DlG3171* www.lg.com MFL67731041 MFL67731041_en_141023.indd 1 2014.10.23 11:17:8 AM...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY Before using the tag on function tag on INSTRUCTIONS What to Do if You Smell GaS MAINTENANCE BaSic SafetY PrecautionS GrounDinG inStructionS regular cleaning SafetY inStructionS for inStallation SafetY inStructionS for connectinG TROUBLESHOOTING electricitY Before calling for Service... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. Your safety and the safety of others is very important. -
Page 4: Basic Safety Precautions
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,... -
Page 5: Grounding Instructions
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. - Page 6 iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of injury to persons, follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long...
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Page 7: Safety Instructions For Connecting Electricity
iMPOrTANT SAFETY iNSTruCTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE wWArNiNg For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICITY wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,... -
Page 8: Special Features
Tag On The Tag On feature works on most NFC equipped smartphones by communicating with your Tag On equipped LG appliance. Using the “LG Smart Laundry” application, the Tag On feature will allow you to diagnose your appliance, download new cycles, and see the status of your appliance by simply touching the smartphone to the Tag On logo of the appliance. -
Page 9: Introducing Your Dryer
(sold separately) (sold separately) NOTE • Contact LG Customer Service at 1-800-243-0000 (1-888-542-2623 in Canada) if any accessories want to purchase or missing. • For your safety and for extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction or accidents caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized components or parts. -
Page 10: Control Panel Features
iNTrODuCiNg YOur DrYEr Control panel features Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. wWARNING : 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. -
Page 11: Display
iNTrODuCiNg YOur DrYEr Display The display shows the settings, estimated time remaining, options, and status messages for your dryer. When the dryer is turned on, the light in the display will illuminate. wWARNING : 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. -
Page 12: Installation Instructions
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Preview installation order Checking and Leveling the dryer Venting the Dryer choosing the proper location 240V(uSA) 120V 230V(CANADA) Connecting gas Dryers Plugging in the power cord (gas Dryer Type) and grounding Press and hold installation test Test run (refer to page 25.) MFL67731041_en_141023.indd 12... -
Page 13: Installation Location Requirements
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Installation location requirements wWArNiNg Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer! It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are provided on the following pages. •... -
Page 14: Installation With Optional Pedestal Base Or Stacking Kit
1"* 1"* 30" 30" 5"** 5"** 1"* 30" 30" 5"** 5"** (35,6 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (76.1 cm) (76.1 cm) (12.7 cm) (12.7 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (76.1 cm) (76.1 cm) (12.7 (12.7 18 po min.* (45,7 cm) 14"... -
Page 15: Leveling The Dryer
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Leveling the dryer 2. Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling feet. wWArNiNg Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or counterclockwise • To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all to lower it. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer industry recommended safety procedures including is level from side to side and front to back. -
Page 16: Reversing The Door
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Reversing the door WArNiNg 4. Remove the two latch screws and the latch. • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that fits under the Latch Screw door, or have an assistant support the weight of the door. -
Page 17: Installation Instructions 46
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Reversing the door (cont.) WArNiNg 4. Insert the two decorative screws on the right side. • To avoid damage to the dryer or the door, support the door with a stool or box that fits under the Decorative door, or have an assistant support the weight of Hinge the door. -
Page 18: Installing The Side Vent Kit
It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or side (right-side venting is not available on gas models). An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be Cover purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains the Plate necessary duct components to change the dryer vent ”... -
Page 19: Venting The Dryer
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Venting the Dryer wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not crush or collapse ductwork. Failure to follow • Rigid or semirigid metal ducting is recommended for use between the dryer and the wall. - Page 20 iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Venting the Dryer (cont.) ductwork CORRECT VENTING MAxIMUM LENGTH OF NUMBER OF WALL CAP TYPE 4-INCH DIAMETER 90° ELBOWS RIGID METAL DUCT Recommended 65 ft. (19.8 m) 55 ft. (16.8 m) 4” 47 ft. (14.3 m) (10.2 cm) 36 ft.
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Page 21: Connecting Gas Dryers
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Connecting Gas Dryers wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Gas supply requirements: • Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on As shipped from the factory, this dryer is the nameplate. - Page 22 iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Connecting Gas Dryers (cont.) connecting the gas supply wWArNiNg 1. Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry room is To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury turned OFF. Confirm that the type of gas available in to persons when using this appliance, follow basic your laundry room is appropriate for the dryer.
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Page 23: Connecting Electric Dryers
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Connecting Electric Dryers wWArNiNg wWArNiNg To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to persons when using this appliance, follow basic to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, precautions, including the following: ANSI/NFPA 70 and all applicable local regulations. -
Page 24: Special Requirements For Manufactured Or Mobile Homes
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Special Requirements for Final Installation Check Manufactured or Mobile Homes Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation Any installation in a manufactured or mobile home must with the following tests and Installation Test (Duct comply with the Manufactured Home Construction and Check) on the following page. -
Page 25: Installation Test (Duct)
iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Installation test (Duct) 4. Check the display for results. Once you have completed the installation of the dryer, During the two minute test cycle, monitor the FLOW use this test to make sure the condition of the exhaust SENSE display on the control panel. - Page 26 iNSTALLATiON iNSTruCTiONS Installation test (Duct check) (cont.) • Check the Error Code before you call for service Error Code Possible Causes Solutions tE1 or tE2 • Temperature sensor failure • Turn off the dryer and call for service. • Humidity Sensor failure. •...
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Page 27: How To Use
HOW TO uSE HOW TO USE Operating the Dryer 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. -
Page 28: Cycle Guide
ADjUSTABLE ADjUSTABLE sensor dry cycles manual dry cycles Sensor dry cycles utilize LG’s unique dual sensor Use manual dry cycles to select a specific amount of system to detect and compare the moisture level drying time and a drying temperature. When a manual... -
Page 29: Sorting Load
HOW TO uSE Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. Sorting Load Check the lint filter before every load fabric care labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a include instructions for proper care. -
Page 30: Cycle Modifier Buttons
HOW TO uSE Cycle modifier buttons SENSOR DRY cycles have preset settings that are Your dryer features several additional cycle options to selected automatically. MANUAL DRY cycles have customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Certain default settings, but you may also customize the option buttons also feature a special function (see the settings using the cycle modifier buttons. -
Page 31: Special Functions
HOW TO uSE Special functions damp dry signal The option buttons also activate special functions, With this option, the dryer will signal when the load including Child Lock. is approximately 80% dry. This allows you to remove Select the option by pressing the option button. Press faster- drying lightweight items or items that you would and hold the option button for special features marked like to iron or hang while still slightly damp. -
Page 32: Custom Program
HOW TO uSE Custom program If you have a special combination of settings that you use frequently, you can save these settings as a CUSTOM PROGRAM. to save a custom program: 1. Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector knob to select the desired cycle. -
Page 33: Before Using The Tag On Function
To use the Tag On function: details. 1. Download the LG Smart Laundry&DW App to your smart phone. 2. Turn on the NFC (Near Field Communication) function The Tag On guide in your smart phone. -
Page 34: Tag On
Scan this QR code with your smart phone to quickly access the LG Smart Laundry&DW App for download ※ Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different. 3. Select ‘Tag On Diagnosis’ . MFL67731041_en_141023.indd 34... - Page 35 5. Press the Call button to initiate the call to LG’s Support Center. 1 888 542 2623 1 888 542 2623 1 888 542 2623 ※ Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different. MFL67731041_en_141023.indd 35 2014.10.23 11:18:31 AM...
- Page 36 Download’ . the cycle selector knob to Download Cycle. ※ Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different. 4. Touch the Tag On logo. - When a Tag On screen appears...
- Page 37 Guide 2. Select ‘Laundry Stats’ . about Exhaust check. ※ Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different. 4. Touch the Tag On logo. - When a Tag On screen...
- Page 38 HOW TO uSE Laundry Stats (run Cycle Again) using Lg Smart Laundry&DW application 4. Check whether washing 1. Select ‘Dryer Diary’ on the starts with the selected cycle. Laundry Stats screen. - The screen as shown below - Select ‘Dryer Diary’ at the...
- Page 39 (This might happen due to the different NFC antenna positions for ※ Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart each phone.) Laundry&DW application may be different. 4. Select a laundry category based on the issue you want the machine to focus on.
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Page 40: Maintenance
MAiNTENANCE MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning cleaning the lint filter Always clean the lint filter after every cycle. wWArNiNg To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Unplug the dryer before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock. -
Page 41: Troubleshooting
TrOuBLESHOOTiNg TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling For Service Your dryer is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your dryer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. - Page 42 TrOuBLESHOOTiNg Before Calling For Service (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions Drying time is • Heat settings, load size, or • The drying time for a load will vary depending on the heat not consistent dampness of clothing is not setting, the type of heat used (electric, natural gas, or LP consistent.
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Page 43: Troubleshooting
TrOuBLESHOOTiNg Before Calling For Service (cont.) Problem Possible Causes Solutions The display • MORE TIME button pressed. • This display indicates that the steam option has been set shows for a “ ” item such as a comforter. Press the LESS TIME button to reduce the indicated load size. -
Page 44: Specifications
SPECiFiCATiONS SPECIFICATIONS Models DLE3170* DLG3171* Description Dryer Electrical requirements* Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. Gas requirements* NG 4-10.5 inches WC LP: 8–13 inches WC (Gas Models only) Dimensions 27” (W) X 30” (D) X 38 ” (H), 51” (D with door open) 68.6 cm (W) X 76.1 cm (D) X 98.3 cm (H), 129.7 cm (D with door open) Net weight Elec. -
Page 45: Using Smart Diagnosis
Should you experience any problems with your dryer, it has the capability of transmitting data to your Smart Phone using the LG Smart Laundry Application or via your telephone to the LG call center. Smart Diagnosis™ cannot be activated unless your dryer is turned on by pressing the POWER button. If your dryer is unable to turn on, then troubleshooting must be done without using Smart Diagnosis™. -
Page 46: Optional Accessories
OPTiONAL ACESOriES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Stacking kit installation 1. Make sure the surface of the washer is clean and dry. Remove paper backing from the tape on one of the stacking kit side brackets. this stacking kit includes: • Two (2) side rails •... - Page 47 OPTiONAL ACESOriES Stacking kit installation (cont.) 3. Place the dryer on top of the washer by fitting the dryer feet into the side brackets as illustrated. Avoid finger injuries; do not allow fingers to be pinched between the washer and dryer. Slowly slide the dryer toward the back of the washer until the side bracket stoppers catch the dryer feet.
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Page 48: Warranty
WARRANTY: Should your LG Dryer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the war- ranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail purchase. - Page 49 This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in lg Customer information Center the “factory default (Home Use)” setting. 1-800-243-0000 Changing the factory default settings or 1-888-542-2623 CANADA enabling other features may increase power consumption that could exceed the limits register your product online! necessary to quality for ENERGY STAR.