LG DLEX5800_/DLGX5801_ 7.4 cu. ft. Ultra Large Capacity Smart Front Load Dryer
Product Overview and Specifications
Key Features
- 7.4 cu. ft. Ultra Large Capacity
- Built-In Intelligence: AI Sensor Dry™ / Smart Pairing™
- SteamFresh™ Cycle with TurboSteam™ Technology
- Pet Care Cycle
- FlowSense® Duct Clogging & Lint Filter Indicators
Smart Appliance - LG ThinQ®
Enhance your laundry experience with LG smart appliances:
- Use the ThinQ® app to start laundry remotely.
- Receive alerts when cycles are finished.
- Smart Pairing™ allows the washer to automatically select a compatible drying cycle for the dryer.
Product Specifications
General
- Type: Front Load Dryer
- Vent Type: Vented
- Dryer Type: Electric: DLEX5800V/DLEX5800A, Gas: DLGX5501A/DLGX5501A
- Capacity: 7.4 cu. ft.
- Matching Washer: WM5800HVA, WM5800HAA
- Available Colors: Graphite Steel (V), Alphine White (A)
Appearance & Controls
- Control & Display: Electronic Control Panel with LED Display, Dial-A-Cycle®, Touch Buttons
- Fabric Care Features: AI Sensor Dry ✔️, Precise Temperature Control with Variable Heater ✔️, Steam ✔️, TurboSteam® ✔️
- Convenience Features: 3 Minute Installation Check ✔️, End of Cycle Signal ✔️, Drum Light (Door Open) ✔️, Reversible Door ✔️, FlowSense® Duct Clogging Indicator ✔️, Wrinkle Care Option ✔️, Control Lock ✔️, Venting Option (Electric: 4 Way Venting, Gas: 3 Way Venting), 4 Adjustable Legs ✔️, Remaining Time Display / Status Indicator(s) ✔️
Dryer Programs (26 Total)
- Normal
- AI Dry
- Bedding
- Delicates
- Quick Dry
- Timed Dry
- Perm. Press
- SteamFresh™
- Heavy Duty
- Towels
- Air Dry
- Pet Care
- SteamSanitary™
- Power Dry
- Low Temp Dry
- Super Dry
- Activewear
- Jeans
- Blanket Refresh
- Easy Ironing
- Small Load
- Large Load
- XL Load
- Wrinkle Prevention
- Overnight Dry
- Rack Dry
No. of Options (13 Total)
- Energy Saver
- Remote Start
- Wrinkle Care
- Steam
- Low Static
- Damp Signal
- Drum Light
- Wi-Fi
- Signal
- "More Cycles" Edit
- Smart Diagnosis
- Factory Reset
- Open Source Licenses
Temperature & Drying Settings
- Temperature Setting: High, Med High, Medium, Med Low, Low
- Drying Levels: Very Dry, More Dry, Normal Dry, Less Dry, Damp Dry
- Dry Mode: No
- Manual Dry Times: 10min - 100min (5 min Incremental)
Smart Features (ThinQ® Technology)
- Smart Diagnosis (v3.0): ✔️
- Wi-Fi: ✔️
- NFC Tag On Technology: ❌
- ThinQ Care: ✔️
- Remote Start/Cycle Monitor: ✔️
- Energy Monitoring: ✔️
Energy
- ENERGY STAR® Certified: ✔️
- CEF: 3.94
Materials
- Drum: Aluminized Alloy Steel Drum, NeveRust® Stainless Steel Drum
- Cabinet: Painted Steel
- Door: Tempered Glass Door
Power Source
- Ratings: CSA Listed
- Electrical Requirements: Electric: 120/240V, 60Hz, 26A (120/208V, 60Hz, 23A); Gas: 120V, 60Hz, 11.5A
- Type: Electric, Gas
- Plug: Electric: Not Included, Gas: Included
- Plug Type: Electric: 4-Wire or 3-Wire (Home Built after 1996 require 4-wire); Gas: 3 Prong
Options
- Side Venting Kit: 383EEL9001B
- Drying Rack: 3750EL1001A
- Pedestal: WDP6V, WDP6A
- Pedestal Dimensions (WxHxD): 27" x 13 5/8" x 28" (43 7/8" D with door open)
Limited Warranty
- Parts & Labor: 1 Year
- Drum: 3 Years
- Inverter Compressor & Motor: 10 Years
UPC CODES
- DLEX5800V: 048231349802
- DLEX5800A: 195174126370
- DLGX5801V: 048231349819
- DLGX5801A: 195174129708
Dimensions and Clearances
Product Dimensions
- Width (WxHxD): 27" x 39" x 29 3/4"
- Depth with Door Open: 51 3/8" D
- Carton Dimensions (WxHxD): 29" x 43 1/4" x 31 1/8"
- Product Weight (lbs.): Electric: 120.5 / Gas: 125.1
- Carton Weight (lbs.): Electric: 127.1 / Gas: 133.1
Installation Spacing for Recessed Area or Closet Installation
These clearances are recommended for this dryer. Additional clearance should be considered for ease of installation and servicing, and on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer.
- Upper Ventilation Opening: ≥ 48 sq. in. (310 cm2)
- Lower Ventilation Opening: ≥ 24 sq. in. (155 cm2)
- Distance to Ventilation Opening: ≥ 3" (76 mm)
- Overhead Cabinet Depth: ≤ 14" (356 mm)
- Distance to the Overhead Cabinet / Shelf: ≥ 18" (457 mm)
- Front Clearance: 1" (25 mm)
- Depth: 29 3/4" (756 mm)
- Back Clearance: ≥ 5" (127 mm)
- Side Clearance: ≥ 1" (25 mm)
- Width: 27" (686 mm)
- Height of Cabinet Opening: 39" (989 mm)
Closet Ventilation Requirements
Closets with doors must have both an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup. One upper vent opening (min 48 sq. in. / 310 cm2) must be installed no lower than 6 feet above the floor. One lower vent opening (min 24 sq. in. / 155 cm2) must be installed no more than one foot above the floor. Install vent grilles in the door or cut-down doors are acceptable.
Installation Spacing for Cabinet and Clearances with Optional Pedestal Base
For cabinet installation with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top of the cabinet are required.
- Depth of Ventilation Opening: ≥ 7" (178mm)
- Back Clearance: ≥ 5" (127mm)
- Depth: 29 3/4" (756mm)
- Front Clearance: ≥ 1" (25 mm)
- Side Clearance: ≥ 1" (25 mm)
- Width: 27" (686 mm)
- Clearance to Top of Cabinet: ≥ 9" (229 mm)
Leveling the Appliance
Position the appliance in the final location and place a level across the top of the appliance. Adjust the Level Feet as needed.