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18 INSTALLATION
recommended that you use a rigid, semi-rigid or
flexible metal duct.
• DO NOT connect the dryer exhaust duct to any
other duct, vent, chimney, or other exhaust duct.
• Make sure the dryer has adequate access to
outside fresh air to ensure proper operation. The
opening for outside fresh air must be at least 25
2
sq. in (163 cm
).
• It is important that the clearance of the duct
from any combustible construction be at least 2
inches (5 cm), and when venting the dryer to the
outdoors, the dryer should be installed with a
clearance of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the sides
and back of the dryer.
• Please be aware that venting materials are not
supplied with the dryer. You must obtain the
venting materials necessary for proper
installation.
Installing the Dryer Side
Vent Kit
The appliance is configured to vent to the rear. It
can also vent to the side.
WARNING
• Use long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.
• Use a heavy metal vent.
• Do not use plastic or thin foil ducts.
• Clean old ducts before installing the appliance.
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.
• Right-side venting is not available on gas
models.
• Bottom venting is not available on stacked or
integrated stacked models.
Side Venting
1
Remove the rear exhust duct retaining screw
and pull out the exhaust duct
a
2
3
Venting the Dryer
.
b
• Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors.
• DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other
fasteners which extend into the duct that could
catch lint and reduce the efficiency of the
exhaust system. Secure all joints with duct tape.
b
Press the tabs on the knockout
carefully remove the knockout for the desired
vent opening. (Right-side venting is not
available on gas models.) Press the adapter
duct
onto the blower housing and secure
d
to the base of the dryer as shown.
d
c
Preassemble a 4" (10 cm) elbow
4" (10 cm) duct section, and secure all joints
with duct tape. Be sure that the male end of
the elbow faces AWAY from the dryer. Insert
the elbow/duct assembly through the side
opening and press it onto the adapter duct.
Secure it in place with duct tape. Be sure that
the male end of the duct protrudes 1 1/2" (3.8
cm) to connect the remaining ductwork.
Attach the cover plate
dryer with the included screw.
f
e
WARNING
a
and
c
to the next
e
to the back of the
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