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- Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH ESPAÑOL DT22WTG DT25WTGK DT25MTGK www.lg.com MFL70442611 Copyright © 2019 - 2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rev.07_042023...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS LG ThinQ Application GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Smart Diagnosis PRODUCT FEATURES MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning PRODUCT OVERVIEW TROUBLESHOOTING Parts Accessories FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions User Support Videos Before Calling for Service... -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety for a Dryer WARNING Fire Hazard Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result in serious injury, death or property damage. Do not install a booster fan in the exhaust duct. Install all clothes dryer in accordance with the installation instructions of the manufacturer of dryer. - Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - RISK OF FIRE Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint.
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Installation • Remove all protective vinyl film from the product. Failure to do so may result in product damage, smoke, •... - Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue • Do not place items on the top of the dryer. which is used for exhausting fumes from appliances • Do not put animals, such as pets into the appliance. burning gas or other fuels.
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Page 7: Grounding Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor may 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. • This appliance must be grounded. In the event • Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from the power cord. If the of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the resistance for electric current. -
Page 8: Product Features
PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT FEATURES Easy-to-Use Control Panel An entire selection of user-friendly functions make operating the dryer easy. 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. Flow Sense Duct Blockage Sensing System Indicator The Flow Sense... -
Page 9: Product Overview
Kit No. 383EEL9001B NOTE • Visit www.lg.com to purchase accessories. • 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: Installation
Installation test Test run Product Specifications The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements. Dryer Models DT22WTG / DT25WTGK / DT25MTGK Electrical requirements 120 V~ 60 Hz 400 W NG: 4–10.5-inch WC Gas requirements LP: 8–13-inch WC 27”... -
Page 11: Installation Location Requirements
INSTALLATION Installation Location Requirements WARNING Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating the dryer! It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using the dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and exhaust requirements are provided on the following pages. The installation requires: •... - Page 12 12 INSTALLATION Closet Ventilation Requirements Closets with doors must have both an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in the closet. One upper vent opening with a minimum opening of 48 sq. in. (310 cm ) must be installed no lower than 6 feet above the floor.
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Page 13: Leveling The Dryer
INSTALLATION Leveling the Dryer Use an adjustable wrench to turn the leveling feet. Unscrew the legs to raise the dryer or screw in the legs to lower it. Raise or lower with WARNING the leveling feet until the dryer is level from side to side and front to back. -
Page 14: Reversing The Door
14 INSTALLATION Reversing the Door Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door frame. Remove the two plastic cover caps. Reinstall the hinges and cover caps on the WARNING opposite sides from which they were removed. THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. -
Page 15: Installing The Side Vent Kit
(right-side (3.8 cm) venting is not available on gas models). An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from an LG retailer. This kit contains the Option 2: Bottom Venting necessary duct components to change the dryer vent location. -
Page 16: Venting The Dryer
16 INSTALLATION Venting the Dryer • DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other fasteners which extend into the duct that could catch lint and reduce the efficiency of WARNING the exhaust system. Secure all joints with duct tape. Failure to follow these instructions may result To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric in fire or death. - Page 17 INSTALLATION 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. • Use 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid, semi-rigid or flexible metal ductwork.
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Page 18: Connecting Gas Dryers
18 INSTALLATION Connecting Gas Dryers • Use only a new AGA- or CSA-certified gas supply line (in compliance with the Standard for Connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI WARNING Z21.24 • CSA 6.10) with flexible stainless steel connectors. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, property damage, injury to persons, or •... - Page 19 INSTALLATION Connecting the Gas Supply Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply. • Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the Turn on your laundry room’s gas supply. gas supplier. Failure to do so may result in fire, explosion, or death. Check all pipe connections (both internal and •...
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Page 20: Connecting Electric Dryers
20 INSTALLATION Connecting Electric Dryers Electrical Requirements for Electric Models Only WARNING To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all applicable local regulations. - Page 21 INSTALLATION WARNING Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw of the terminal block. Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Connect each wire in the power cord to the Attach the power cord ground wire to the green terminal block screw with the matching colored ground screw.
- Page 22 22 INSTALLATION Four-Wire Direct Wire Attach the white neutral wire to the center screw of the terminal block. • A UL-listed strain relief is required. • Use UL-listed 4-wire #10 AWG- Attach the power cord ground wire to the green minimum copper conductor cable.
- Page 23 INSTALLATION WARNING Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center terminal block screw. Connect the power cord to the terminal block. NOTE Connect each wire in the power cord to the terminal block screw with the matching colored The dryer is supplied with the neutral conductor wire.
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Page 24: Final Installation Check
24 INSTALLATION Three-Wire Direct Wire Reinstall the terminal block access cover. • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted Neutral (Black) (White) on new construction after January 1, 1996. (Red) Ground • A UL-listed strain relief is required. Screw • Use UL-listed 3-wire, #10 AWG-minimum copper conductor cable. -
Page 25: Installation Test (Duct Check)
INSTALLATION Installation Test (Duct Check) Check the display for results. During the test cycle, monitor the Flow Sense™ Once you have completed the installation of the display on the control panel. If the Flow Sense™ dryer, use this test to make sure the condition of the LED is not turned on, when the cycle ends, exhaust system is adequate for proper operation of the exhaust system is adequate. - Page 26 26 INSTALLATION Restricted or Blocked Airflow If the Flow Sense LED is turned on, check the exhaust system for restrictions and damage. Repair Avoid long runs or runs with multiple elbows or bends. or replace the exhaust system as needed. NOTE When the dryer is first installed, this test should be performed to alert you to any existing problems with the exhaust duct in your home.
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Page 27: Operation
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 1 Clean the Lint Filter Filter If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the filter and remove the lint from the last load. -
Page 28: Check The Lint Filter Before Every Load
28 OPERATION Check the Lint Filter Before Group Similar Items Every Load For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be dried with the same drying cycle. Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting Different fabrics have different care requirements, and a new load;... -
Page 29: Control Panel
OPERATION Control Panel DT22WTG DT25WTGK / DT25MTGK 1 Encendido/Apagado (Power) Button 4 Time and Status Display The display shows the settings, estimated time Press to turn the dryer Encendido(On). Press again remaining, options, and status messages for the to turn the dryer Apagado(off). - Page 30 30 OPERATION 8 Clean Filter Reminder 11 Flow Sense ™ Duct Blockage Sensing System The display will show Clean Filter when the dryer is Indicator The Flow Sense™ duct blockage sensing system turned on as a reminder to check the filter. It turns detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork off when the Inicio/Pausa(Start/Pause) button is that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer.
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Page 31: Cycle Guide
OPERATION Cycle Guide = default setting = allowable option Más Alerta Tiempo/ Anti Ahorro de Nivel de Secado Menos Arrugas Energía Cycle Fabric Type Secado Temp. Húmedo Tiempo (Wrinkle (Energy (Dry Level) (Damp Dry (More Time/ Care) Saver) Signal) Less Time) Ropa de Normal Media cama... - Page 32 32 OPERATION Sensor de Secado (Sensor Dry) Cycles Secado Manual (Manual Dry) Cycles Sensor de Secado (Sensor Dry) cycles utilize LG’s Use Secado Manual (Manual Dry) cycles to select unique dual sensor system to detect and compare a specific amount of drying time and a drying the moisture level in clothes and in the air and adjust temperature.
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Page 33: Cycle Settings And Options
OPERATION Cycle Settings and Options Cycle Option Buttons The dryer features several additional cycle options to Cycle Modifier Buttons customize cycles to meet individual needs. Certain option buttons also feature a special function that Sensor de Secado (Sensor Dry) cycles have preset can be activated by pressing and holding that option settings that are selected automatically. - Page 34 34 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. * Bloqueo de Panel(Control Lock) Use this option to prevent unwanted use of the dryer or to keep cycle settings from being changed while the dryer is operating.
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Page 35: Smart Functions
Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method. Installing the LG ThinQ Application • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Follow the instructions for audible diagnosis Play Store or Apple App Store on a smartphone. -
Page 36: Maintenance
36 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Maintaining Ductwork Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup once Regular Cleaning per month and cleaned at least once per year. If any noticeable reduction in airflow or drying performance occurs, immediately check ductwork for obstructions WARNING and blockages. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions When I press a button, why does my dryer beep and then nothing happens? The Bloqueo de Panel(Control Lock) feature is turned on. To turn off Bloqueo de Panel(Control Lock), turn the dryer on, then press and hold the button that has *Bloqueo de Panel(Control Lock) on or under it for 3 seconds. -
Page 38: Before Calling For Service
38 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service 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. - Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solutions Display show error Gas supply or service turned off Confirm that house gas shutoff and the code gAS (gas models only). dryer gas shutoff are both fully open. Clothes take too long to Exhaust ducts are blocked, dirty, Confirm that the exhaust duct is properly or duct run is too long.
- Page 40 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solutions Clothes take too long to Dryer is underloaded. If you are drying a very small load, add a few extra items to ensure proper tumbling action. If the load is very small and you are using Sensor de Secado (Sensor Dry) cycles, the electronic control cannot properly sense the dryness of the load...
- Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING Performance Problem Possible Cause Solutions Greasy or dirty spots Fabric softener used incorrectly. Confirm and follow the instructions on clothes provided with your fabric softener. Clean and dirty clothes are being Use your dryer to dry only clean items. dried together.
- Page 42 42 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solutions Lint on clothes 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 de Secado (Sensor Dry) cycles.
- Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTING Error Codes Problem Possible Cause Solutions Error code: tE1 through Temperature sensor failure. Turn off the dryer and call for service. Display shows error Power cord is connected Check the connection of the power cord code: PS (electric incorrectly. to the terminal block.
- Page 44 • The removal and reinstallation of the product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in Make sure the area around the vent hood accordance with published installation instructions, including LG’s owner’s and installation manuals. is clear.
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