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LG DL 740 E Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
DRYER
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the
appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
DL*730**E / DL*740**E
www.lg.com
MFL70442690
Copyright © 2024 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.00_022824

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  • Page 1 Scan to see the online manual. OWNER'S MANUAL DRYER Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH DL*730**E / DL*740**E www.lg.com MFL70442690 Copyright © 2024 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rev.00_022824...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    33 OPERATION Before Use Loading the Dryer Control Panel Dry Cycles Cycle Modifiers Options and Extra Functions 44 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Smart Diagnosis Function 48 MAINTENANCE Regular Cleaning 50 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQs Before Calling for Service 56 LIMITED WARRANTY...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT 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. •...

  • Page 4: Warning Statements

    IMPORTANT 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 •...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • The appliance must be installed and electrically grounded by qualified service personnel in accordance with local codes. • Disconnect the power cord, house fuse or circuit breaker before installing or servicing the appliance. • When moving or installing the appliance in a different location, call qualified service personnel for installation and service.
  • Page 6 • Do not grasp the power cord or touch the appliance controls with wet hands. • Do not modify or extend the power cord. • If the appliance has been submerged, contact an LG Electronics customer information center for instructions before resuming use.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not put living animals such as pets inside the appliance. • Do not put any part of your body, such as your hands or feet, or metal objects under the appliance. • Do not let your hand get pinched when opening or closing the dryer door. •...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes. Front View Control panel Lint filters Leveling feet Reversible door Rear View...
  • Page 9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Water inlet hose connection (for steam models) Exhaust duct oulet Product Specifications Model DL*730**E / DL*740**E Please refer to the rating label for detailed Electrical Requirements information. Dimensions (Width X Depth X Height) 27'' X 29 1/2'' X 44 1/2'' (68.6 cm X 75.0 cm X 113.0 cm) Maximum Depth with Door Open 50 1/4'' (127.5 cm) Gas : 118.4 lb (53.7 kg)

  • Page 10: Installation

    10 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this dryer or transporting it to another location. Choose the proper location. Level the appliance. Vent the appliance. Connect the Gas / Electric dryer. •...

  • Page 11: Choosing The Proper Location

    INSTALLATION Choosing the Proper • For garage installation, you will need to place the appliance at least 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the Location floor. The standard pedestal height is 15 inches (38 cm). You will need 18 inches (45.7 cm) from the garage floor to the bottom of the appliance.
  • Page 12 12 INSTALLATION Dimensions and Clearances The following clearances are recommended for the appliance. • Additional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. • Additional clearances should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet Installation Description Dimension/Clearance...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION NOTE • There should be at least a little space around the dryer (or any other appliance) to eliminate the transfer of vibration from one appliance to another. If there is enough vibration, it could cause appliances to make noise or come into contact, causing paint damage and further increasing noise. •...

  • Page 14: Leveling The Appliance

    14 INSTALLATION Leveling the Appliance NOTE • If you are installing the appliance on the optional WARNING pedestal, you must use the leveling feet on the • Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses. pedestal to level the appliance. The appliance leveling feet should be fully retracted.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION Remove the four hinge screws. • While supporting the door, remove the four hinge screws, two from each hinge. Set the door aside face down on a protected surface to prevent damage to the door or the work surface. Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door frame.
  • Page 16 16 INSTALLATION door opens, closes and latches properly in 3) Remove the hinge cover by gently both directions. prying it up with a flat blade screwdriver, being careful not to scratch the paint. Rotate the hinge cover 180 degrees and Easy load door (on some model) install it on the opposite side , where...
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION 6) Install the hinge bracket on the bottom Switch the door strike and the blank cover, left side, first installing one screw behind installing them on the opposite sides from the hinge bracket. which they were removed. • Gently pry out the hole plug on the side of the door cover and install it in the hole on ON THE DOOR : the opposite side.
  • Page 18 18 INSTALLATION door. The spring should remain attached to Reverse the upper hinge assembly and the lock rod. Set the lock rod aside. hinge filler. • Lift out the upper hinge filler (on the right) and set it aside. • Carefully lift the upper hinge assembly (on the left) out of the outer door frame, using a small flat blade screwdriver if...
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION completely into the hinge assembly on 4) Rotate the hinge 180 degrees and snap it the right. Slide the lock rod back and forth back onto the front of the hinge bracket to make sure it is correctly positioned in facing in the opposite direction.
  • Page 20 20 INSTALLATION compartment and insert the interlock different screws on the bottom edge, in the button on top of it. locations marked below. Reinstall the door cover. • Clean the glass on the door and door cover, if necessary.Make sure the three gray interlock buttons are properly installed and that the top and side lock rods are properly Now, pick up the upper hinge pivot removed...
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION Interlock buttons Lower hinge filler Side lock rod Top lock rod Inner lock rods Low hinge bracket Hole plug Lower hinge assembly Upper hinge assembly Upper hinge pivot Upper hinge filler ON THE CABINET : door is now ready to remount on the opposite side of the dryer.

  • Page 22: Installing The Vent Kit

    The appliance is configured to vent to the rear. It can also vent to the bottom or side. NOTE • An adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from your LG retailer. This kit contains duct components necessary to change the appliance vent location. Bottom Venting •...

  • Page 23: Stacking The Appliance

    INSTALLATION Fit the side bracket to the side of the washer Stacking the Appliance top as shown. Firmly press the adhesive area of the bracket to the washer surface. Secure the side bracket to the washer with a screw on Tools Required the back side of the bracket.
  • Page 24 24 INSTALLATION Ductwork • To reduce the risk of fire, combustion, or accumulation of combustible gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into an enclosed and Maximum length No. of unventilated area, such as an attic, wall, ceiling, of 4-inch Wall Cap Type 90°...

  • Page 25: Connecting Gas Dryers

    INSTALLATION • Incorrect or inadequate exhaust systems are not • This dryer must be plugged into a 120-VAC, 60- covered by the dryer warranty. Dryer failures or Hz. grounded outlet protected by a 15-ampere service required because of such exhaust fuse or circuit breaker.

  • Page 26: Connecting Electric Dryers

    26 INSTALLATION Connecting the Gas Supply Turn on your laundry room’s gas supply. NOTE Check all pipe connections (both internal and • In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: This external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive product must be installed by a licensed plumber leak-detection fluid.
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION Four-Wire Power Cord that your home has adequate electrical power to operate the appliance. • A UL-listed strain relief is • This appliance must be connected to a grounded required. 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.
  • Page 28 28 INSTALLATION Tighten all screws securely. Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the appliance. Reinstall the terminal block access cover. Install UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole. Thread the 4-wire #10 AWG minimum copper power cable prepared in step 1 through the strain relief.
  • Page 29 INSTALLATION UL-Listed 3-Wire Power Cord Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the power cord to the outer terminal block screws. Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center terminal block screw. White Wire moved from Ground Screw Hot Leads of Power Cord (Black and Red) Connect the external ground (if required by local codes) to the green ground screw.

  • Page 30: Final Installation Check

    30 INSTALLATION insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of the three wires into a hook shape. 1’’ (2.5 cm) Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the appliance. Hot lead (black and red) Neutral wire (white) Install UL-listed strain relief into the power cord through-hole.
  • Page 31 INSTALLATION manometer, placed on the exhaust duct Press and hold the Temp. and Signal buttons approximately 2 ft. (60.9 cm) from the dryer. Static and then press the Power button. pressure in the exhaust duct should not exceed 0.6 • This button sequence activates the inch (1.5 cm).
  • Page 32 32 INSTALLATION NOTE Excess or crushed Too many elbows or transition duct exhaust too long • When the appliance is first installed, this test should be performed to alert you to any existing problems with the exhaust duct in your home. However, since the test performed during normal operation provides more accurate information on the condition of the exhaust duct...

  • Page 33: Operation

    OPERATION OPERATION Before Use WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Operation Overview Adjust Settings Default settings for the selected cycle can now be changed, if desired, using the cycle Clean the Lint Filter modifier and option buttons.

  • Page 34: Loading The Dryer

    34 OPERATION Woven and Loopknit Materials fingers. Push the lint filter firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning for more information. • Some woven and loopknit materials may shrink, depending on quality. Permanent Press and Synthetics • Do not overload your dryer. Take out permanent press items as soon as the dryer stops to reduce wrinkles.
  • Page 35 OPERATION Tumble Dry Label Directions Do not tumble dry Do not dry (used with do not wash) Heat Setting Label Directions High Medium No Heat / Air...

  • Page 36: Control Panel

    36 OPERATION Control Panel Control Panel Features Power Button • Press the button to turn the appliance on. Press again to turn the appliance off. NOTE • Pressing the Power button during a cycle will cancel that cycle, and any load settings will be lost. Cycle Selector Knob •...
  • Page 37 OPERATION Flow Sense Indicator • The Flow Sense™ duct blockage sensing system detects and alerts you to blockages in the ductwork that reduce exhaust flow from the dryer. Maintaining a clean exhaust system improves operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls, saving you money. Clean Filter Reminder •...

  • Page 38: Dry Cycles

    Sensor Dry Cycles Sensor dry cycles utilize LG's unique dual sensor system to detect and compare the moisture level in clothes and in the air and adjust the drying time as needed to ensure superior results. The appliance automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle.
  • Page 39 Downloaded Description This cycle allows you to download a new and specialized drying cycle to your appliance with a smartphone. • Refer to the LG ThinQ smartphone application to see the cycles available for download. Selectable Drying Options Option Cycle †...
  • Page 40 40 OPERATION † This option helps to reduce the energy use by drying clothes at lower temperatures than the normal mode. When this option is set, the drying time will increase.

  • Page 41: Cycle Modifiers

    OPERATION Cycle Modifiers • To turn the sounds on/off, press the Signal button. Alert sounds will still be audible. About Modifier Buttons Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically. Customize these settings using the cycle modifier buttons. Repeatedly press the button for the desired modifier until the indicator light for the desired setting is lit.

  • Page 42: Options And Extra Functions

    42 OPERATION Options and Extra Functions Saving a Custom Program Your dryer includes several additional cycle Turn on the appliance and select the desired options to customize cycles to meet your individual settings using the cycle selector knob and needs. cycle modifier or option buttons.
  • Page 43 OPERATION • Always turn off the appliance before unloading the clothes. Control Lock Use this function to disable the controls. This function can prevent children from changing cycles or operating the dryer. NOTE • The function does not lock the door. •...

  • Page 44: Smart Functions

    • Remote Control - Control the appliance remotely or check to see how much time is left in the cycle from the LG ThinQ application. NOTE • Once the remote control feature is enabled, you can start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application.
  • Page 45 To check your network frequency, contact your Internet service provider or refer to your wireless router manual. Start a cycle from the LG ThinQ application on • LG ThinQ is not responsible for any network your smartphone. connection problems or any faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.

  • Page 46: Smart Diagnosis Tm Function

    If this equipment does opensource.lge.com. cause harmful interference to radio or television LG Electronics will also provide open source code reception, which can be determined by turning the to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost...
  • Page 47 SMART FUNCTIONS • Launch the LG ThinQ application and select the Smart Diagnosis feature in the menu. Follow the instructions provided in the LG ThinQ application. Using Audible Diagnosis to Diagnose Issues Follow the instructions below to use the audible diagnosis method.

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    48 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING • Unplug the appliance before cleaning. • Never use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or solvents to clean the appliance. They will damage the finish. Regular Cleaning Cleaning the Lint Filter Always clean the lint from the filter after every Cleaning the Exterior cycle.
  • Page 49 MAINTENANCE If the lint filter has become very dirty or clogged with fabric softener, wash the lint filter in warm, soapy water and allow it to dry thoroughly before reinstalling. NOTE • NEVER operate the appliance without the lint filter in place.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Scan this QR code to quickly access the video search page on the offical LG website. On the lg.com/us home page, click on the Support menu tab to bring up the menu selections. Select Video Tutorials. Type Dryer in the search box on the new page and click the Search button.

  • Page 51: Before Calling For Service

    TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service The 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 52 52 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution The Flow Sense ( After clearing the restrictions, the Flow Sense ( ) system requires multiple, indicator remains consecutive cycles to determine that the performance value has improved before the active after clearing Flow Sense ( ) indicator is reset.
  • Page 53 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Appliance runs and This is how the Wrinkle Care option works. pauses by itself after • Make sure that the Wrinkle Care option has been set. The option is designed to prevent the drying cycle creases that are formed when the clothes are not unloaded promptly after the drying finishes.
  • Page 54 54 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Excess static in Fabric softener is not used or is used incorrectly. clothes after drying. • Use a fabric softener or the Reduce Static option, if available, to reduce static electricity. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Clothes dried too long (overdried).
  • Page 55 During Wi-Fi setup, the app is requesting a password to connect to the product (on certain phones). • Locate the network name which starts with "LG" under Settings > Networks. Note the last part of the network name. - If the network name looks like LGE_Appliance_XX-XX-XX, enter lge12345.

  • Page 56: Limited Warranty

    Should your LG Dryer (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States including U.S.
  • Page 57 Notice of Dispute. In the event you intend to commence an arbitration proceeding, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days in advance of initiating the arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics USA, Inc. Attn: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632.
  • Page 58 If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file a claim for arbitration.
  • Page 59 LIMITED WARRANTY www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/schedule-repair-continued and clicking on “Find My Model & Serial Number”). You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above (that is, by e-mail or telephone); no other form of notice will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure.
  • Page 60 LG Customer Information Center For inquiries or comments, visit www.lg.com or call: U.S.A. 1-800-243-0000 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com...

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