LG How to use Operating the dryer

HOW TO USE

Operating the dryer

1. CLEAN THE LINT FILTER
   If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the filter and remove the lint from the last load. This will help ensure the fastest and most efficient drying performance.
2. LOAD THE DRYER
   Load the dryer with the wet laundry from the washer. If the load is extra large, you may need to divide it into smaller loads for proper performance and fabric care.
3. TURN ON THE DRYER
   Press the Power button to turn on the dryer. The LCD Display will illuminate and a signal will sound if turned on. Refer to page 10.
4. SELECT A CYCLE
   Turn the cycle selector knob in either direction until the LED for the desired cycle is on.
   The preset temperature, dry level, and option settings for that cycle will be shown. Refer to page 32. Default settings for the selected cycle can now be changed if desired. This can be done using the cycle modifier buttons as shown on page 34. Cycle options can be added using the option buttons as shown on page 34-35
   NOTE To protect your garments not every dryness level, temperature, or option is available with every cycle. See the Cycle Guide for details.
5. BEGIN CYCLE
   Press the Start/Pause button to begin the cycle. The cycle can be paused at any time either by opening the door or by pressing the Start/Pause button. If the cycle is not restarted within 4 minutes, the dryer will shut off and the cycle settings will be lost.
6. END OF CYCLE
   When the cycle is finished, the chime will sound if it is set. Remove your clothing from the dryer immediately to reduce wrinkling. If Wrinkle Care is selected, the dryer will tumble briefly every few minutes to help prevent wrinkles from setting in the clothes.

Cycle guide

Cycle	Fabric Type	Dry Level	Temperature	Time in Min.	More Time/ Less Time	Wrinkle Care	Damp Dry Signal	Reduce Static	Easy Iron
Steam FreshTM	Comforter, shirts, trouser (except especially delicate fabrics)	OFF	MID HIGH	20
			ADJUSTABLE	ADJUSTABLE
Steam SanitaryTM	Comforter, bedding, children’ clothing	OFF	HIGH	39
Anti Bacterial	Do not use this cycle with delicate fabrics.	VERY	HIGH	70
Wool	Wool Fabric	NORMAL	ULTRA LOW	26
Spot Clean™	Shirt	OFF	HIGH	22
Jumbo Dry	Comforters, pillows, shirt	NORMAL	MEDIUM	85
		ADJUSTABLE
Perm. Press	Permanent press, synthetic items	NORMAL	LOW	32
		ADJUSTABLE
Cotton/ Normal	Work clothes, corduroys, etc.	NORMAL	MEDIUM	41
		ADJUSTABLE
Heavy Duty	Jeans, heavyweight items	NORMAL	HIGH	54
		ADJUSTABLE
Delicates	Lingerie, sheets, blouses	NORMAL	LOW	28
		ADJUSTABLE
Towels	Denim, towels, heavy cotton	NORMAL	MID-HIGH	55
		ADJUSTABLE
Speed Dry	For small loads with short drying times	OFF	HIGH	25
			ADJUSTABLE	ADJUSTABLE
Air Dry	For items that require heat-free drying  such as plastics or foam-filled items	OFF	NO HEAT	30
				ADJUSTABLE
Download Cycle (Super Dry)	Work clothes, corduroys, etc.	VERY	High	59

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 dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. The estimated time remaining will be shown in the display.
NOTE To protect your garments not every dryness level, temperature, or option is available with every cycle. See the Cycle Guide for details.

Manual Dry Cycles
Use Manual Dry cycles to select a specific amount of drying time and a drying temperature. When a Manual Dry cycle is selected, the Estimated Time Remaining display shows the actual time remaining in your cycle.
You can change the actual time in the cycle by pressing More Time or Less Time.

Certified by NSF
NSF International (formerly the National Sanitation Foundation), certifies that ANTI BACTERIAL cycle reduces 99.9% of bacteria on laundry, and none of the bacteria will carry over onto the next laundry load.
Following are instructions for starting and using your new dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information.

Sorting load

Fabric Care Labels
Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for proper care.

Grouping Similar Items
For best results, sort clothes into loads that can be dried with the same drying cycle.
Different fabrics have different care requirements, and some fabrics will dry more quickly than others.

Loading the Dryer

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

• Check all pockets to make sure that they are empty. Items such as clips, pens, coins, and keys can damage both your dryer and your clothes. Flammable objects such as lighters or matches could ignite, causing a fire. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
• Never dry clothes that have been exposed to oil, gasoline, or other flammable substances. Washing clothes will not completely remove oil residues. Failure to obey this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.

NOTE

• Combine large and small items in a load.
• Damp clothes will expand as they dry. Do not overload the dryer; clothes require room to tumble dry properly.
• Close zippers, hooks, and drawstrings to prevent these items from snagging or tangling on other clothes.

Check the lint filter before every load
Always make sure the lint filter is clean before starting a new load; a clogged lint filter will increase drying times.
To clean, pull the lint filter straight up and roll any lint off the filter with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash the filter to remove lint. Push the lint filter firmly back into place. See Regular Cleaning for more information.
Always ensure the lint filter is properly installed before running the dryer. Running the dryer with a loose or missing lint filter will damage the dryer and the articles in the dryer.

Cycle setting buttons

SENSOR DRY cycles have preset settings that are selected automatically. MANUAL DRY cycles have default settings, but you may also customize the settings using the cycle setting buttons. Press the button for that option to view and select other settings.

NOTE
To protect your garments, not every dryness level, temperature, or option is available with every cycle. See the Cycle Guide for details.

Dry Level
Selects the level of dryness for the cycle. Press the Dry Level button repeatedly to scroll through available settings.

• This option is only available with Sensor Dry cycles.
• The dryer will automatically adjust the cycle time. Selecting More Dry or Very Dry will increase the cycle time, while Less Dry or Damp Dry will decrease the cycle time.
• Use a Less Dry or Damp Dry setting for items that you wish to iron.

Temp. Control
Adjusts the temperature setting from Ultra Low to High. This allows precise care of your fabrics and garments. Press the TEMP.
CONTROL button repeatedly to scroll through available settings.

Time Dry
Allows you to manually select the drying time, from 20 to 60 minutes, in 10-minute increments. Use this for small loads or to remove wrinkles. Use the More Time/Less Time buttons to add or reduce the drying time in 1-minute increments. Your dryer features several additional cycle options to customize cycles to meet your individual needs. Certain option buttons also feature a special function (see the following page for details) that can be activated by pressing and holding that option button for 3 seconds.

To Add Cycle Options to a Cycle: 

1. Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector knob to select the desired cycle.
2. Use the cycle settings buttons to adjust the settings for that cycle.
3. Press the cycle option button(s) for the option you would like to add. A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
4. Press the Start/Pause button to start the cycle. The dryer will start automatically.

Wrinkle Care
Selecting this option will tumble the load periodically for up to 3 hours after the selected cycle, or until the door is opened. This is helpful in preventing wrinkles when you are unable to remove items from the dryer immediately.

Signal
Adjusts the volume of the Signal or turns off the Signal.
Press the button repeatedly until the desired volume setting is illuminated.

Special functions

The option buttons also activate special functions, including Child Lock, Rack Dry.
Press and hold the option button marked with the special function

Rack Dry
Use Rack Dry with items, such as wool sweaters, silk, and lingerie, that should dry flat. Rack Dry can also be used with items that should not be tumbled dry, such as gym shoes or stuffed animals. Press the Rack Dry button.

NOTE NEVER use the rack with a tumble dry cycle.

To Install the Drying Rack

1. With the dryer door open, slide the rack into the dryer drum.
2. Make sure it is seated evenly on the edge of the inner door rim and resting flat on the inside of the dryer.
   NOTE Be sure to remove the drying rack after using the Rack Dry cycle.

Child Lock
Use this option to prevent unwanted use of the dryer or to keep cycle settings from being changed while the dryer is operating.
Press and hold the Easy Iron button for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate the Child Lock function.
The Child Lock icon will be shown in the display, and all controls are disabled except the Power button.

Damp Dry Signal
With this option, the dryer will signal when the load is approximately 80% dry. This allows you to remove faster-drying
light weight item or items that you would like to iron or hang while still slightly damp. Press the Damp Dry Signal button.

Language change

1. Press the Power button to turn on the Dryer.
2. Press and hold the Damp Dry Signal button for 3 seconds, until the following screen appears in the display.
3.  When the screen appears, English is displayed as the default language. Press the Less Time button to select Francais (French). Press the Wrinkle Care button to select Espanol (Spanish).
   NOTE If you don’t press a button or select another language for 3 seconds after opening the language setting option, the language selection function will apply the existing language selection and close.

Custom program

If you have a special combination of settings that you use frequently, you can save these settings as a Custom Program.
* To Save a Custom Program:

1. Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector knob to select the desired cycle.
2. Use the cycle setting buttons to adjust the settings for that cycle.
3. Press the cycle option button(s) for the option you would like to add. A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
4. Press and hold the Custom Program button for 3 seconds.
   NOTE You may save only one custom program at a time. Pressing and holding the Custom Program button will overwrite any previously saved custom program.

To Recall a Custom Program:

1. Turn on the dryer.
2. Press the Custom Program button to select the saved cycle.
3. Press the Start/Pause button to start the cycle.

Steam functions

To Fill the Steam Feeder

1. Pull out the drawer.
2. Lift out the steam feeder.
3. Fill the steam feeder just to the filter screen.
4. Place the steam feeder in the drawer; then push in the drawer until it clicks into place.

NOTE
Before using a Steam Cycle, the steam feeder must be filled with water up to the MAX line. If not, the will be displayed. Make sure that the steam feeder is filled with water or that the drawer is fully closed. Turn the dryer off then restart the Steam Cycle.

• Only use water. Do not fill the steam feeder with foreign substances, rinse agents or detergents.
• Before moving the dryer, make sure the steam feeder is empty.
• Do not use distilled water; the water level sensor in the steam generator will not work.
• Be careful to put the Steam Feeder otherwise water will be overflow.
• Wipe up any spilled water around the Steam Feeder and the drawer before starting the dryer.
• Do not fill the steam feeder with hot water (over 86°F/30°C).

WARNING

• Do not fill the steam feeder with liquids such as gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death.
• Do not drink water from the steam feeder. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death.

LG’s steam technology allows you to inject fabrics with a swirling jet of hot steam to refresh clothes, reduce static, simplify ironing and assist in the removal of
lightly stained spots. Simply select the Steam Fresh™ or Spot Clean™ cycle, or you can add a Steam option to select cycles.

Using the Steam FreshTM Cycle
Steam Fresh™ uses the power of steam alone to quickly reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics. It brings new life to wrinkled clothes that have been stored for an extended time and makes heavily wrinkled clothes easier to iron. Steam Fresh™ can also be used to help reduce odors in fabrics.

NOTE

• Reduce Static or Easy Iron options can also be used during the Steam Fresh™ cycle.
• Depending on the load (quantity of items), you may change the amount of time for the cycle by pressing the More Time or Less Time button. The display will show 3, 5, or 3 means 3 or fewer items, 5 is for 4 or 5 items, and indicates a large load such as a comforter.

To Use the Steam FreshTM Cycle:

1. Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector knob to select the Steam Fresh™ cycle.
2. To add an option function, select Reduce Static, Easy Iron, or Wrinkle Care.
3. Depending on the load (quantity of items), steam time can be changed by pressing the More Time or Less Time buttons.
4. Press Start/Pause button to start the cycle.

To Add STEAM to a Standard Cycle:

1. Turn on the dryer and turn the cycle selector knob to select the desired cycle.
2. Use the cycle setting buttons to adjust the settings for that cycle.
3. Press the Steam option button for the Steam option you would like to add. Then adjust for the load size using the More Time or Less Time buttons.
4. Press Start/Pause button to start the cycle.

Using the Steam Options:
The Reduce Static option injec ts steam late in the drying cycle to reduce the static electricity caused by dry fabrics rubbing together. Change the amount of time for the cycle by pressing the More Time or Less Time button, depending on the load (quantity of items). The display will show the recommended number of items, such as 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, or 18. The Easy Iron option provides uniform, properly dampened fabrics for ironing, which can save time and make ironing easier. Change the amount of time for the cycle by pressing the More Time or Less Time button, depending on the load (quantity of items). The display will show the recommended number of items, such as 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5.

NOTE

• When Sensor Dry is selected with the Reduce Static option, a Dry level of Les or Damp cannot be selected.
• The Reduce Static or Easy Iron option may also be selected during Time Dry cycles.
• After the Steam option is selected in Time Dry, the More Time or Less Time buttons will change the steam time ONLY.
• After pressing Start/Pause, the More Time or Less Time buttons will be disabled.

Using the Steam SanitaryTM Cycle
Steam Sanitary™ cycle is ideal for sanitizing nonwashable items quickly and easily using the power of steam alone. Recommend to use this cycle for cotton and polyester material. (Do NOT use for urethane foam, down feathers or delicates items)

Using the Spot CleanTM Cycle
The Spot Clean™ uses the power of steam to reduce wrinkles and odor in fabrics but also to help the stain removal solution’s performance. Stain removal solutions are designed to be used for the on-the-spot stain treatment

NOTE

• Spot Clean™ should only be used on light water-soluble stains.
• The Spot Clean™ does not perform as well on the dissoluble stain, non-food/drink stain and tough/old stain.
• The spot clean cycle must be used immediately after treatment with the stain removal solution.

To Use the Spot CleanTM Cycle

1. Remove excess residue from the stain with a damp towel or napkin.
2. Apply “Stain Removal Solution” onto the stain.
3. Load the pre-treated item into the dryer and select and start the spot clean cycle.

WARNING

• Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death.
• Do not fill the steam feeder with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.
• Do not touch the steam nozzle in the drum during or after the steam cycle. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury or death.

NOTE

• Steam may not be clearly visible during the steam cycles. This is normal.
• Do not use Steam Fresh™ and SpotClean™ cycles with items such as wool, wool blankets, leather jackets, silk, wet clothes, lingerie, foam products, or electric blankets.
• For best results, load articles of similar size and fabric type. Do not overload.
• When the filter/duct is clogged, the steam option may not have optimal results.
• When the steam function is operating, the drum will stop to allow steam to stay in the drum.
• The steam feeder must be filled with water up to the MAX line. Otherwise, an error message will be displayed.

Steam cycle guide

	Steam	Default Time	Temp. Control	Dry Level	Fabric State	Fabric Type	Maximum Amount
Steam Sanitary™		39 minutes			Dry	Comforter Bedding	Single (1 each)
						Children’s clothing	3 lbs.
Spot Clean™		22 minutes			Dry	Shirt*	Single (1 each)
Steam Fresh™		20 minutes			Dry	Comforter	Single (1 each)
						Shirts*	5 each
	+ Reduce Static	10 minutes			Dry	Shirts*	8 lbs. (18 Items.)
	+ Easy Iron	12 minutes			Dry	Shirts*	Shirts* (5 each)
Steam Option	+ Reduce Static	FOLLOWS SELECTED CYCLE			Wet	Varies by selected cycle	8 lbs. (18 Items.)
	+ Easy Iron				Wet	Varies by selected cycle	Shirts* (5 each)
Time Dry	+ Reduce Static	45 minutes			Wet	Varies by selected cycle	8 lbs. (18 Items.)
	+ Easy Iron	47 minutes			Wet	Varies by selected cycle	Shirts* (5 each)

*Shirt: 70% cotton:30% poly blend. Except especially delicate fabrics.

• When the lint filter or exhaust duct is clogged, steam options will not give proper results.
• For best results, load articles of similar size and fabric type. Do not overload.

Before using the Tag On function

• The Tag On function allows you to conveniently use the LG Smart Diagnosis™ and Cycle Download feature to communicate with your appliance right from your own smartphone. To use the Tag On function:

1. Download the LG Smart Laundry&DW App to your smartphone.
2. Turn on the NFC (Near Field Communication) function in your smartphone.
   The Tag On function can only be used with smartphones equipped with the NFC function and based on the Android operating system (OS).

Turning on the NFC function of the smartphone 

1. Enter the “Settings” menu of the smart phone and select “Share & Connect” under “WIRELESS & NETWORKS.”
2. Set “NFC“ and “Direct Android Beam” to ON 1 and select “NFC” 2 .
3. Check “Use Read and Write/P2P receive.” 
   Depending on the smartphone manufacturer and Android OS version, the NFC activation process may differ. Refer to the manual of your smart phone for details.

The Tag On icon

Tag On position
Tag On: Look for the Tag On icon next to the LCD screen on the control panel. This is where you position your smartphone when using the Tag On function with the LG Smart Diagnosis™ and Cycle Download features of the LG Smart Laundry&DW App.

When you use the Tag On function, position your smartphone so that the NFC antenna on the back of your smartphone matches the position of the Tag On icon on the appliance. If you do not know the position of your NFC antenna, move your smartphone very slightly in a circular motion until the application verifies the connection.
Because of the characteristics of NFC, if the transmission distance is too far, or if there is a metal sticker or a thick case on the phone, the transmission will not be good. In some cases, NFC-equipped phones may be unable to transmit successfully.
Press [ ] in the LG Smart Laundry&DW app for a more detailed guide on how to use the Tag On function.
Scan this QR code with your smartphone to quickly access the LG Smart Laundry&DW App for download

Tag On

Download and install the LG Smart Laundry&DW application on an NFC-equipped smartphone. The application includes a Tag On self-diagnosis feature and a Tag On cycle download feature.
Tag On self-diagnosis using LG Smart Laundry&DW application

1. Install ‘LG Smart Laundry&DW’ app on an NFC-equipped smartphone.
   Install the app from the Play store and run it.
2. Select Tag On. 
   Home card and icons at the bottom of the screen are all available to use.
3. Select Tag On Diagnosis
4. Touch the Tag On logo.
   • When a Tag On screen appears (see at right), tap your smartphone on the Tag On icon on the right side of the dryer’s control panel.
   • If it isn’t recognized, touch on the upper right of the Tag On screen on your LG Smart Laundry&DW app to see the detailed guide. (This might happen due to the different NFC antenna positions for each phone.)
5. Check the diagnosis results and solutions.
   • It shows the diagnosis results on the two cycles recently used.
     Images are for reference only. The LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be updated.

Tag On cycles download using LG Smart Laundry&DW application

NOTE
The Tag On Cycle Download feature lets you use your smartphone to download a new cycle to your dryer, replacing the Super Dry cycle. The Super Dry Cycle can always bere-downloaded if desired.

1. Install ‘LG Smart Laundry&DW’ app on an NFC-equipped smartphone.
   Install the app from the Play store and run it.
2. Select Tag On.
   Home card and icons at the bottom of the screen are all available to use.
3. Select Tag On Cycles Download.
4. Touch the Tag On logo. 
   • When a Tag On screen appears (see at right), tap your smart phone on the Tag On icon on the right side of the dryer’s control panel.
   • If it isn’t recognized, touch on the upper right of the Tag On screen on your ‘LG Smart Laundry&DW’ app to see the detailed guide. (This might happen due to the different NFC antenna positions for each phone.)
5. Select a cycle to download.
   • You can also check the existing cycles already downloaded.
6. Touch the Tag On logo.
   • When a Tag On screen appears  (see at right), tap your smart phone on the Tag On icon on the right side of the dryer’s control panel.
   • If it isn’t recognized, touch on the upper right of the Tag On screen on your LG Smart Laundry&DW app to see the detailed guide. (This might happen due to the different NFC antenna positions for each phone.)
7. The new cycle is downloaded successfully!
   • Check whether the new cycle is downloaded by turning the cycle selector knob to Download Cycle/Super Dry.
     Images are for reference only. The LG Smart Laundry&DW application may be updated.

References

• User Manual