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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
MFL67731037
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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 MFL67731037...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY HOW TO USE INSTRUCTIONS Operating the Dryer Cycle Guide WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Sorting Loads BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Loading the Dryer CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND Check the Lint Filter Before Every Load TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT Cycle Modifier Buttons GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. This appliance must be grounded.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. WARNING To reduce the risk of injury to persons, follow all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long sleeved gloves and safety glasses.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, or to prevent property damage, injury to persons, or death. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:...

  • Page 8: Special Features

    Tag On The Tag On feature works on most NFC equipped smart phones 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 smart phone to the Tag On logo of the appliance.

  • Page 9: Introducing Your Dryer

    INTRODUCING YOUR DRYER INTRODUCING YOUR DRYER PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Parts Power Cord Reversible Location Terminal door (Gas Control Block Models) panel Access Panel (Electric Models) Exhaust Lint filter Connection Duct Leveling Location Outlet feet (Gas Models) Accessories NOTE you wish to purchase accessories. 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. 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.

  • 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. 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.

  • 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 Connecting Electric Dryers Plugging in the power cord (Gas Dryer Type) (Electric Dryer Type) and grounding Press and hold Installation test Test run...

  • Page 13: Installation Location Requirements

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation location requirements WARNING 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. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See appliance should also be considered.

  • Page 14: Installation With Optional Pedestal Base Or Stacking Kit

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation with optional pedestal base or stacking kit RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION SPACING FOR CABINET INSTALLATION 7"* (17.8 cm) 7"* (17.8 cm) *Required spacing ** For side or bottom venting, 9"** (22.9 cm) 5"** 30" 1"** 1" 27" 1" (12.7 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm)

  • Page 15: Leveling The Dryer

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Leveling the dryer WARNING Unscrew the feet to raise the dryer or screw in the feet to lower it. Raise or lower the leveling feet until the dryer is level from side to side and front to back. Make sure that all four leveling feet are in firm contact Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury with the floor.

  • Page 16: Reversing The Door

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Reversing the door WARNING to follow the instructions below can result in damage Latch Screw to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons. the door. CAUTION removing the hinge screws. Open Door Remove screwdriver. Door Decorative Screw...
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Reversing the door (cont.) WARNING to follow the instructions below can result in damage Decorative to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons. Screw the door. the hinge with the holes in the cabinet. CAUTION Swing Door replacing the hinge screws.

  • Page 18: Installing The Side Vent Kit

    It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or side An adapter kit, part number , 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 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Venting the Dryer (cont.) Ductwork Recommended Use only for short run installations / ” NOTE ROUTING AND CONNECTING DUCTWORK NOTE Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the ductwork. Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must be purchased separately.

  • Page 21: Connecting Gas Dryers

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting Gas Dryers WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting Gas Dryers (cont.) Connecting the gas supply WARNING 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. The precautions, including the following: dryer is prepared for Natural Gas with a ⁄8 - inch NPT gas connection.

  • Page 23: Connecting Electric Dryers

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting Electric Dryers WARNING WARNING 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: Please contact a qualified electrician to check your...
  • Page 24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. green ground screw to the center screw of the terminal block. Attach the two hot leads of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the white neutral wire to the center terminal block screw.
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor cable. and reinstallation of the dryer. green ground screw to the center screw of the terminal block. Attach the two hot leads of the power cable to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the white neutral wire to the center terminal block screw.
  • Page 26 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the external ground screw. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Neutral Ground Screw...
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connecting Electric Dryers (cont.) USA only WARNING conductor cable. and reinstallation of the dryer. outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the external fire or death. ground screw. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Neutral Ground Three-wire connection for electric dryers: Direct wire...

  • Page 28: 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 you are uncertain whether your proposed installation Testing dryer heating will comply with these standards, please contact a...

  • Page 29: Installation Test (Duct Check)

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Test (Duct Check) 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. If no bars system is adequate for proper operation of the dryer.
  • Page 30 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Test (Duct Check) (cont.) Error Code Possible Causes Solutions Turn off the dryer and call for service. Turn off the dryer and call for service. connected correctly, or house power power cord to the terminal block. Refer to the supply is incorrect.

  • Page 31: How To Use

    HOW TO USE HOW TO USE Operating the Dryer Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information. If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the filter and remove the lint from the last load.

  • Page 32: Cycle Guide

    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 33: Sorting Loads

    HOW TO USE Sorting Loads 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. new load;...

  • Page 34: 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 and MANUAL DRY cycles have customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Certain default settings, but you may also customize the settings using the cycle modifier buttons.

  • Page 35: 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. 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 36: 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: select the desired cycle. that cycle. would like to add. A confirmation message will be shown in the display.

  • Page 37: Before Using The Tag On Function

    ] in the LG Smart Laundry&DW app for a Press [ more detailed guide on how to use the Tag On function.

  • Page 38: Tag On

    HOW TO USE Tag On Touch the Tag On logo on your LG appliance with your NFC-equipped smart phone to make use of the LG Smart - When a Tag On screen Diagnosis , Cycle Download, and Laundry Stats apps using the Tag On function in your appliance.
  • Page 39 HOW TO USE Tag On Smart Diagnosis Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different.
  • Page 40 Download Cycle. Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different. - When a Tag On screen appears phone on the Tag On icon on the right side of the washer‘s...
  • Page 41 - When a Tag On screen Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different. your smart phone on the Tag On icon on the right side of the washer‘s control panel.
  • Page 42 - Details of the Most Used Cycle and the Most Recent cycle will also be displayed. Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different. - The Most Used cycle or Most Recent cycle can be immediately started by selecting the ‘Run Cycle Again’...
  • Page 43 ] on the upper right of the Tag On screen on your ‘LG Smart Laundry&DW’ application to see the happen due to the different NFC antenna positions for Images are for reference only. The actual LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be different.

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning Cleaning the Lint Filter Always clean the lint filter after every cycle. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.

  • Page 45: 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 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling For Service (cont.) Drying time is not consistent dampness of clothing is not consistent. of the clothes, and the condition of the exhaust ducts and lint filter. Clothes take heavier items take longer to dry. long to dry retain more moisture.
  • Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling For Service (cont.) The display shows for a “ ” item such as a comforter. Press the LESS TIME button to reduce the indicated load size. light is on full. during the drying cycle FLOW SENSE indicator many turns/restrictions.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Description Dryer Electrical requirements* Please refer to the rating label regarding detailed information. Gas requirements* Dimensions Net weight Drying Capacity - Normal Cycle...

  • Page 49: 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 50: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACESORIES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Stacking kit installation Remove paper backing from the tape on one of the stacking kit side brackets. This stacking kit includes: Tools Needed for Installation: as shown in the below illustration. Firmly press the adhesive area of the bracket to the washer surface. Secure the side bracket to the washer with a screw on attach the other side bracket.
  • Page 51 OPTIONAL ACESORIES Stacking kit installation (cont.) 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. Dryer Washer and the top of the washer.

  • Page 52: Warranty

    WARRANTY Your LG Dryer will be will repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship from the Date of Purchase. from the Date of Purchase. Please retain dealer’s dated bill of sale or delivery...
  • Page 53 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 qualify for ENERGY STAR.

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