LG DLG6952W - Manual (Page 5)

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IMPORTANT WARRANTY AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Part 1
• Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow details in the installation
instructions.
Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly
grounded.
• Before use, the dryer must be properly installed as
described in this manual.
Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly
grounded.
• Install and store the dryer where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or exposed to the
weather.
All repairs and servicing must be performed by an
authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this
Owner's Guide. Use only authorized factory parts. Failure
to follow this warning can cause serious injury,fire,
electrical shock or death.
• Do not install the washer in humid spaces to reduce
the risk of electric shock.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury,fire,
electrical shock or death.
• Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized
power circuit to avoid electrical overload.
Improper power circuit can melt, creating electrical shock
and/or fire hazard.
• Remove all packing items and dispose of all shipping
materials properly.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire or burns.
• Place dryer at least 18 in. above the floor for a garage
installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire or burns.
Exhaust/Ducting:
• Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
• The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the
outside of the dwelling.
The dryer is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and
large amounts of moisture will be expelled into the laundry
area. An accumulation of lint in any area of the home can
create a health and fire hazard.
• Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4in. Diameter
ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to
the outside.
Use of plastic or other combustible ductwork can cause a
fire. Punctured ductwork can cause a fire if it collapses or
becomes otherwise restricted in use or during installation.
• Ductwork is not provided with the dryer, and you
should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. The end
cap should have hinged dampers to prevent back draft
when the dryer is not in use.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
• The exhaust duct must be 4 in. (10 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.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or
death.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR INSTALLATION
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following: WARNING
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WARNING