6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• lace the drer at least inches aove the oor for a arae installation.
• Do not use sheet metal screws or other fasteners which extend into the duct that could catch lint and reduce
the efficienc of the ehast sstem. ecre all oints ith dct tape.
• se onl riid semiriid or eile metal inch diameter dct inside the drer cainet or for ehastin to
the otside. se of plastic or other comstile dctor ma case a fire. nctred dctor ma case
a fire if it collapses or ecomes otherise restricted in se or drin installation.
• The exhaust duct must be 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter with no obstructions. The exhaust duct should be
kept as short as possible. Make sure to clean any old ducts before installing your new dryer.
• iid semiriid or eile metal dctin is recommended for se eteen the drer and the all. ll non
rigid metal transition duct must be UL-listed. Use of other materials for transition duct could affect drying
time.
• Ductwork is not provided with the dryer, and you should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. The end cap
should have hinged dampers to prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use.
• Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside.
• The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the outside of the dwelling. If the dryer is not exhausted
otdoors some fine lint and lare amonts of moistre ill e epelled into the landr area. n
accmlation of lint in an area of the home ma create a health and fire haard.
• Do not install near another heat source such as a stove, oven or heater.
• Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,
dust, and dirt.
• The appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to
a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by a utility.
OPERATION
• Repair or immediately replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use
a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.
• If you detect a strange sound, a chemical or burning smell, or smoke coming from the appliance, unplug it
immediately, and contact an LG Electronics customer information center.
• ever npl the appliance pllin on the poer cord. las rip the pl firml and pll straiht ot
from the outlet.
• Do not use an extension cord or adapter with this appliance.
• Do not grasp the power cord or touch the appliance controls with wet hands.
• Do not modify or extend the power cord.
• If the product has been submerged, contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions
before resuming use.
• o not store or se asoline or other ammale vapors and liids in the vicinit of this or an other
appliance.
• Keep the area underneath and around your appliances free of combustible materials (lint, paper, rags, etc.),
asoline chemicals and other ammale vapors and liids.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.