LG DF20VVS Owner's manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

DRYER

Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating

and keep it handy for reference at all times.

MFL67731047

www.lg.com

ENGLISH ESPAÑOL

DLEX3570*

DF22VVS

* = A-Z

DLGX3571*

DF20VVS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 1 2016.8.22 9:47:22 AM

2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

3 WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

4 BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

5 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION

7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM

FUNCTIONS

7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING

ELECTRICITY

8

SPECIAL FEATURES

9 INTRODUCTION

9 Parts

9 Accessories

10 Control Panel Features

11 Display

12

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

12 Preview Installation Order

13 Installation Location Requirements

13 Clearances

14 Installation with Optional Pedestal Base or

Stacking Kit

15 Leveling the Dryer

16 Reversing the door

18 Installing the side vent kit

19 Venting the Dryer

21 Connecting Gas Dryers

23 Connecting Electric Dryers

28 Special Requirements for Manufactured or

Mobile Homes

28 Final Installation Check

29 Installation Test (Duct)

31

HOW TO USE

31 Operating the Dryer

32 Cycle Guide

33 Sorting Load

33 Loading the Dryer

33 Check the Lint Filter before Every Load

34 Cycle modifier Buttons

35 Special Functions

36 Custom Program

36 Steam Functions

38 Steam Cycle Guide

39 Before using the Tag On function

40 Tag On

46

MAINTENANCE

46 Regular Cleaning

47

TROUBLESHOOTING

47 Before Calling for Service

50

SPECIFICATIONS

51

USING Smart Diagnosis™

52

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

52 Stacking Kit Installation

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 2 2016.8.22 9:47:22 AM

3

ENGLISH

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

w

WARNING

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.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all

safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

These words mean:

w

DANGER

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

w

WARNING

The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.

w

CAUTION

The lint trap has to be cleaned frequently, if applicable.

Lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer.

Adequate ventilation has to be provided to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning

other fuels, including open fires.

































w

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 3 2016.8.22 9:47:22 AM

4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

w

WARNING

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.



w

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,

including the following:





described in this manual.











in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-

cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive

substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or

explode.







or attempt any servicing unless specifically

recommended in this owner’s manual or in published

user-repair instructions that you understand and have

the skills to carry out.





remove the door to the drying compartment.



(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given supervision

or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.



not play with the appliance.



supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is

used near children.



static unless recommended by the manufacturer of

the fabric softener or product.







surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,

dust, and dirt.



cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.



exposed to the weather.



objects.









by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly

qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 4 2016.8.22 9:47:22 AM

5

ENGLISH

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

w

WARNING

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.



w

WARNING

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a

qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded.



w

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,

including the following:



 Follow details in

the installation instructions. Electric shock can result if

the dryer is not properly grounded.

 as

described in this manual. Electric shock can result if

the dryer is not properly grounded.













Failure to follow this

warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or

death.



 Failure to follow this

warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or

death.



Improper

power circuit can melt, creating electric shock and/or

fire hazard.



Failure to do so can

result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.



Failure to do so can result in

death, explosion, fire, or burns.

 Packaging

material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk

of suffocation.



 Failure to do so can cause

deform, smoke and fire.



 Dripping wax,

smoke, or fire can result.



Failure to do so can cause product damage, smoke or

fire.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of

malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce

the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least

resistance for electric current. This appliance must be

equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding

conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be

plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local

codes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If

it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by

a qualified electrician.

This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal,

permanent wiring system or an equipment-grounding

conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and

connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or

lead on the appliance.

Electric shock can result if the dryer is not properly

grounded.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 5 2016.8.22 9:47:23 AM

6

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

w

WARNING

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.



w

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. Failure to follow all of the safety warnings in this manual could result in property

damage, injury to persons, or death.

Exhaust/Ducting:

– Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.

– Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers,

turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent before

being dried in the tumble dryer.

– Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or

pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the tumble dryer.

– Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions.

– The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down cycle) to ensure that the items are left at a

temperature that ensures that the items will not be damaged.

w

WARNING

Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so

that the heat is dissipated.





other fuels.

The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite

side to that of the tumble dryer.



Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or

death.









. An accumulation of lint in any area of

the home can create a health and fire hazard.







 Punctured

ductwork can cause a fire if it collapses or becomes

otherwise restricted in use or during installation.







 Failure to

follow these instructions can result in fire or death.









dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in

fire or death.













 Failure to

follow these instructions can result in fire or death.





 Secure

all joints with duct tape. For complete details, follow

the Installation Instructions. Failure to follow these

instructions can result in fire or death.

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 6 2016.8.22 9:47:23 AM

7

ENGLISH



Failure to follow these instructions can result in a burn

hazard.









 Failure to follow these

instructions can result in fire or death.





 Failure to follow these instructions can

result in fire or death.



 Failure to follow these

instructions can result in a burn hazard.



 Failure to follow these instructions can result

in a burn hazard.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

w

WARNING

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.



w

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,

including the following:



w

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions,

including the following:





To prevent

injury to persons or damage to the dryer, the electrical

power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded

outlet.



Failure to do so can result in electric shock

or injury.





Failure to follow these instructions can create an

electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.











Failure to follow these instructions can create an

electric shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.





This provides

sparkling performance and also prevents overloading

house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard

from overheated wires.





The power cord can be damaged,

resulting in a risk of fire and electric shock.







The power cord can

melt, creating an electric shock and/or fire hazard.



This will

prevent injury and prevent damage to the dryer from

fire and electric shock.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 7 2016.8.22 9:47:23 AM

8

SPECIAL FEATURES

EASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL

Rotate the cycle selector knob to select the desired dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust settings with the touch

of a button.

EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR

The wide-opening door provides easy access for loading and unloading. The door hinge can be reversed to adjust

for installation location.

ULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL DRUM WITH DRUM LIGHT

The ultra-large stainless steel drum offers superior durability. The drum is equipped with a yellow light that

illuminates when the dryer door is open and turns off when the door is closed.

STEAM FUNCTIONS

LG’s steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce static,

and make ironing easier. Simply select the STEAM FRESH™ cycle, or you can add a Steam option to selected cycles.

FLOW SENSE™ DUCT BLOCKAGE SENSING SYSTEM INDICATOR

The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to restrictions in the installed household

ductwork that reduce exhaust airflow through the dryer. If you see the alert: Clean or repair the ducts to remove



ducts.

Smart Diagnosis™

Should you experience any technical difficulty with your dryer, it has the capability of transmitting data via your

telephone to the Customer Information Center. The call center agent records the data transmitted from your

machine and uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast and effective diagnosis (refer to page 51).

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.

SPECIAL FEATURES

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 8 2016.8.22 9:47:23 AM

9

ENGLISH

INTRODUCTION

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Parts

Accessories

Control

panel

Leveling

feet

Reversible

door

Lint filter

Power Cord

Location

(Gas

Models)

Gas

Connection

Location

(Gas Models)

Terminal

Block

Access

Panel

(Electric

Models)

Exhaust

Duct

Outlet

NOTE



responsible for product malfunction or accidents caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized

components or parts.



change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes.



 









INTRODUCTION

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 9 2016.8.22 9:47:25 AM

10

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.

w

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.

Button 



- Press to turn the dryer ON. Press again to turn the dryer OFF.

 Pressing the ON/OFF button during a cycle will cancel that cycle and any

load settings will be lost.



- Turn this knob to select the desired cycle. Once the desired cycle has been

selected, the standard presets will be shown in the display. On MANUAL DRY

cycles, these settings can be adjusted using the cycle setting buttons anytime

before starting the cycle.



- Press this button to START the selected cycle. If the dryer is running, use this

button to PAUSE the cycle without losing the current settings.

 If you do not press the START/PAUSE button to resume a cycle within 4

minutes, the dryer turns off automatically.



- To adjust the drying time, use these buttons with MANUAL DRY, TIME DRY, and

STEAM FRESH™ cycles, as well as the REDUCE STATIC and EASY IRON options. Press

the MORE TIME button to increase the selected manual cycle time by a minute;

press LESS TIME to decrease the cycle time by a minute.



- Use these buttons to select the desired cycle settings for the selected cycle. The

current settings are shown in the display. Press the button for that option to view

and select other settings.



- The OPTION buttons allow you to select additional cycle options. Certain buttons

also allow you to activate special functions by pressing and holding the button

for 3 seconds.



- LG’s steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam

to refresh clothes, reduce static, and make ironing easier. Simply select the steam

fresh™ cycle, or you can add a STEAM option to selected cycles.

Operation

INTRODUCTION

LED DisplayCycle Selector Knob

Power

Button

Start/Pause

Button

Dry Level

Button

Temp. Control

Button

Time Dry

Button

Signal

Button

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 10 2016.8.22 9:47:32 AM

11

ENGLISH

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.

w

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.

INTRODUCTION

 



- When the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the dryer will display the estimated

(SENSOR DRY) or set time (TIME DRY) remaining, and begin tumbling.

NOTE : The cycle time on SENSOR DRY cycles may fluctuate as the dryer

recalculates drying time for optimal results



- This portion of the display shows which stage of the drying cycle is currently







disabled except the POWER button. This prevents children from changing settings

while the dryer is operating





check the filter. It turns off when the START/PAUSE button is pressed.



- If you have a special combination of settings that you use frequently, you can

save these settings as a CUSTOM PROGRAM.



- The FLOW SENSE™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to

blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. This improves

operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls, saving your money.

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 11 2016.8.22 9:47:39 AM

12

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Preview installation order

Checking and

choosing the proper

location

Leveling the dryer Venting the Dryer

Installation test

(Refer to page 29.)

Connecting Gas Dryers

(Gas Dryer Type)

Connecting Electric Dryers

(Electric Dryer Type)

Plugging in the power cord

and grounding

Test run

Press and hold

120V

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

240V

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 12 2016.8.22 9:47:41 AM

13

ENGLISH

Installation location requirements

w

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.

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off

at the end of an automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times. The dryer must not be installed or stored in

an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not

permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building

inspector.

Clearances

INSTALLATION SPACING FOR RECESSED AREA OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. Although this dryer has been tested for

spacing of 1 inch (2.5 cm) clearance on the sides and rear, the recommended spacing should be considered for the

following reasons:



A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See

.



(61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See 

.





appliance should also be considered.

No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the

same closet as a dryer.



installation and servicing.



and floor moldings.



of the dryer to reduce noise transfer.

For closet installation, with a door, minimum

ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the

door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent

ventilation openings are acceptable.



considered.

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

1"**

(2.5 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

9"**

(22.9 cm)

7"* (17.8 cm)

1"* (2.5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196.8 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

1"**

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

9"**

(22,9 cm)

7"* (17,8 cm)

1"* (2,5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196,8 cm)

6"*(15,2 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

1"**

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

9"**

(22,9 cm)

7"* (17,8 cm)

1"* (2,5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196,8 cm)

6"*(15,2 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99.1 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

Requisitos

deventilación de

lapuerta del armario

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39" min.

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99.1 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

Requisitos

deventilación de

lapuerta del armario

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39" min.

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

NOTE



automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.





NOTE

There should be at least a little space around the dryer (or any other appliance) to eliminate the transfer of

vibration from one to the other. With enough vibration, the appliances will make noise or touch each other

causing paint damage and making even more noise.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 13 2016.8.22 9:47:45 AM

14

Installation with optional pedestal base or stacking kit

RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION SPACING FOR CABINET INSTALLATION



*Required spacing

** For side or bottom venting,

2 inches (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.

CLOSET VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS

Closets with doors must have both an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in the closet. One



2

) must be installed no lower than 6 feet above the

floor. One lower vent opening with a minimum opening of 24 sq. in. (155 cm

2

) must be installed no more than one

foot above the floor. One example shown uses vent grilles in the door.

RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION SPACING FOR RECESSED OR CLOSET INSTALLATION, WITH STACKED WASHER

AND DRYER



*Required spacing

** For side or bottom venting,

2 inches (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

1"**

(2.5 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

9"**

(22.9 cm)

7"* (17.8 cm)

1"* (2.5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196.8 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

1"**

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

9"**

(22,9 cm)

7"* (17,8 cm)

1"* (2,5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196,8 cm)

6"*(15,2 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

1"**

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

9"**

(22,9 cm)

7"* (17,8 cm)

1"* (2,5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196,8 cm)

6"*(15,2 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99.1 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

Requisitos

deventilación de

lapuerta del armario

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39" min.

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99.1 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

Requisitos

deventilación de

lapuerta del armario

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39" min.

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

1"**

(2.5 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

9"**

(22.9 cm)

7"* (17.8 cm)

1"* (2.5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196.8 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

1"**

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

9"**

(22,9 cm)

7"* (17,8 cm)

1"* (2,5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196,8 cm)

6"*(15,2 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

1"**

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

9"**

(22,9 cm)

7"* (17,8 cm)

1"* (2,5 cm)

5

"**

(14 cm)

2/4

77

2/4

"

(196,8 cm)

6"*(15,2 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2

*

(310 cm

2

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

2

*

(155 cm

2

)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99.1 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

Requisitos

deventilación de

lapuerta del armario

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39" min.

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

30"

(76.1 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

3"

*

(7.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

14" max.*

(35.6 cm)

18" min.*

(45.7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99.1 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1"

(2.5 cm)

Requisitos

deventilación de

lapuerta del armario

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39" min.

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

24 in.

2*

(155 cm

2

)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

30"

(76,1 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

48 in.

2*

(310 cm

2

)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

3"

*

(7,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

1"*

(2,5 cm)

5"**

(12,7 cm)

14" max.*

(35,6 cm)

18" min.*

(45,7 cm)

0"

(0 cm)

39"

(99,1 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

27"

(68,6 cm)

1"

(2,5 cm)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 14 2016.8.22 9:47:49 AM

15

ENGLISH

Leveling the dryer

w

WARNING







Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury

or death.



Failure to follow

this warning can cause serious injury or death.

To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying

performance, it must be level. To minimize vibration,

noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be a

perfectly level, solid surface.

1. Position the dryer in the final location. Place a level

across the top of the dryer.



Gently push on the top corners of the dryer to make

sure that the dryer does not rock from corner to corner.

If you are installing the dryer on the optional pedestal,

you must use the leveling feet on the pedestal to

level the dryer. The dryer leveling feet should be fully

retracted.

2. Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling feet.

Turn clockwise to raise the dryer or counterclockwise

to lower it. Raise or lower the leveling feet until dryer

is level from side to side and front to back.

Make sure that all 4 leveling feet are in firm contact with

the floor.

Level

Leveling Feet

NOTE

Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to

level the dryer. Extending the leveling feet more than

necessary can cause the dryer to vibrate.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 15 2016.8.22 9:47:50 AM

16

4. Remove the two latch screws and the latch.

5. Hold the hinge in place while removing the two hinge

screws (to prevent the door from dropping).

6. Remove the door from the cabinet cover.

1. Open the dryer door.

2. You will be removing the screws shown below

(4 on left, 2 on right).

3. Remove the two decorative screws on the left using a

screwdriver.

Reversing the door

w

WARNING







the door.









THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure

to follow the instructions below can result in damage

to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Decorative

Hinge

Screw

Open Door

Remove

Door

Hinge Screw

Latch Screw

CAUTION



removing the hinge screws.

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 16 2016.8.22 9:47:58 AM

17

ENGLISH

4. Insert the two decorative screws on the right side.

5. Check that the door closes and latches properly.

1. Move the door to the left side and line up the holes in

the hinge with the holes in the cabinet.

2. Hold the hinge in place while inserting the two hinge

screws (to prevent the door from dropping).

3. Insert the latch on the right side and install the latch

screws.

Reversing the door (cont.)

w

WARNING







the door.









THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure

to follow the instructions below can result in damage

to the dryer, property damage or injury to persons.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Latch

Screw

Hinge Screw

Decorative

Hinge

Screw

Swing Door

Hinge hole

CAUTION



removing the hinge screws.

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 17 2016.8.22 9:48:7 AM

18

Installing the Side Vent Kit

w

WARNING















manual could result in property damage, injury to

persons, or death.

Your new dryer is shipped to vent to the rear.

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 , may be

purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains the

necessary duct components to change the dryer vent

location.

1. Remove the rear exhaust duct retaining screw. Pull

out the exhaust duct.

OPTION 1: SIDE VENTING

2. Press the tabs on the knockout and carefully remove

the knockout for the desired vent opening (right-

side venting is not available on gas models). Press the

adapter duct onto the blower housing and secure to

the base of the dryer as shown.







faces AWAY from the dryer. Insert the elbow/duct

assembly through the side opening and press it onto

the adapter duct. Secure in place with duct tape.



2

/

4



Attach cover plate to the back of the dryer with

included screw.

OPTION 2: BOTTOM VENTING

2. Press the adapter duct onto the blower housing and

secure to the base of the dryer as shown.





that the male end of the elbow faces down through

hole in the bottom of the dryer. Secure in place with

duct tape.

Attach the cover plate to the back of the dryer with

included screw.

Rear

Exhaust Duct

Retaining

Screw

Elbow

Cover

Plate





Adapter

Duct



Adapter

Duct

Elbow

Cover

Plate

1

2/4

”



INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 18 2016.8.22 9:48:9 AM

19

ENGLISH

Venting the Dryer

w

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.





Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or

death.



Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or

death.



Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or

death.





outside. Failure to follow these instructions can result

in fire or death.











 Failure to follow these instructions can result

in fire or death.





Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or

death.









dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in

fire or death.













 Failure to

follow these instructions can result in fire or death.







 Failure to follow these

instructions can result in fire or death.





 Failure to follow these instructions can result in

fire or death.







Failure to

follow these instructions can result in fire or death.









In the

United States, that only those foil-type flexible ducts,

if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance

by the manufacturer and that comply with the Outline



be used.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 19 2016.8.22 9:48:9 AM

20

Venting the Dryer (cont.)

ROUTING AND CONNECTING DUCTWORK





NOTE





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.



metal ductwork.







point away from the dryer.





in order to reduce condensation and lint buildup on

duct surfaces.



dryer’s warranty.

Ductwork





1

2

3

4



1

2

3

4















47 ft. (14.3 m)







47 ft. (14.3 m )

41 ft. (12.5 m)



22 ft. (6.7 m)

Recommended

Use only for

short run

installations

4”



4”



2

/

4

”

(6.35 cm)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

MFL67731047_en_160822.indd 20 2016.8.22 9:48:10 AM

Page is loading ...

LG DF20VVS Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

LG DF20VVS Owner's manual

in other languages

Related papers

Other documents