LG 98842 Washer Dryer Combo Instruction Manual

LG 98842 Washer Dryer Combo

Specifications

• Material & Finish: White Spray Silver
• Color: White
• POWER SUPPLY: 120V / 240V 60Hz (26A)
• MOTOR: 250W (4.5A)
• ELECTRICITY HEATER CONSUMPTION: 5400W (22.5A)
• LAMP: 15W (125mA)
• GAS VALVE: 13W (110mA) X 2
• CONTROL TYPE: Electronic
• DRUM CAPACITY: 7.3 cu.ft.
• Weight (lbs): Net/Gross – 126 / 144
• No. of Programs: Not specified
• No. of Dry Option: Not specified
• No. of Temperature Controls: Not specified
• No. of Dry Levels: Not specified
• Audible End of Cycle Beeper: Not specified
• Sensor: Moisture Temperature
• Reversible Door: Yes
• Drum: Included
• Dryer Rack: Not specified
• Child lock: Not specified
• Interior Light: Not specified
• Product (WXHXD): Not specified
• Packing (WXHXD): Not specified

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions

• Always disconnect power before servicing the product.
• Ensure all grounding devices are properly reconnected after service.
• If you smell gas, follow the instructions provided in the manual immediately.
• Avoid electrostatic discharge by using anti-static measures when handling electronics.

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ELECTRIC & GAS DRYER SERVICE MANUAL

CAUTION
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY TO DIAGNOSE
TROUBLES CORRECTLY BEFORE OFFERING SERVICE.
MODEL : 796.88842800 / 796.98842800
796.88852800 / 796.98852800

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The information in this service guide is intended for use by individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical, electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a major appliance may result in personal injury and property damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.

WARNING !
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing this product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the necessary checks.

RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICESB
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be returned to their original position and properly fastened.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light a match, or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switches. Do not use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions carefully.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

IMPORTANT
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Sensitive Electronics

ESD problems are present everywhere. ESD may damage or weaken the electronic control assembly. The new control assembly may appear to work well after repair is finished, but failure may occur at a later date due to ESD stress.
Use an anti-static wrist strap. Connect wrist strap to green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance.

Touch your finger repeatedly to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance.

• Before removing the part from its package, touch the anti-static bag to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance.
• Avoid touching electronic parts or terminal contacts; handle electronic control assembly by edges only.
• When repackaging failed electronic control assembly in anti-static bag, observe above instructions.

SPECIFICATIONS

ITEM| 88842 / 88852 /

98842 / 98852

| REMARK
---|---|---
Material & Finish| Color| White|
Top Plate| Spray|
Door Trim| Silver|
POWER SUPPLY| 120V / 240V 60Hz (26A)|
ELECTRICITY CONSUMPTION| MOTOR| 250W (4.5A)| AC 120V
HEATER| 5400W (22.5A)| AC 240V ( ELECTRIC TYPE)
LAMP| 15W (125mA)| AC 120V
GAS VALVE| 13W (110mA) X 2| AC 120V ( GAS TYPE)
CONTROL TYPE| Electronic|
DRUM CAPACITY| 7.3 cu.ft.|
Weight (lbs): Net/Gross| 126 / 144|
No. of Programs| 9|
No. of Dry Option| 5|
No. of Temperature Controls| 5|
No. of Dry Levels| 5|
Audible End of Cycle Beeper| High / Low / Off|

Sensor

| Moisture| Equipped| Electro sensor
Temperature| Equipped| Thermistor
Reversible Door| Adopted|
Drum| Stainless Steel|
Dryer Rack| Equipped|
Child lock| Equipped|
Interior Light| Equipped|
Product (WXHXD)| 27″ x 42 3/4″ x 28 1/3″|
Packing (WXHXD)| 29 1/2″ x 44 3/4″ x 30 3/4″|

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

588842/88852/98842/98852

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3-1. POWER CORD

1. 4-wire connection

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3 wire connections.

1. . 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)
2. . 4-prong plug
3. . Ground prong
4. . Neutral prong
5. . Spade terminals with upturned ends
6. . 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) UL approved strain relief
7. . Ring terminals
8. Remove center terminal block screw.
9. Remove appliance ground wire (green) from external ground connector screw. Fasten it under center, silver colored terminal block screw.
10. External ground connector – Dotted line shows position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to center terminal block screw
11. Center silver-colored terminal block screw Green wire of harness
12.  Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cable to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.
13. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver colored terminal screw of the terminal block.
14. External ground connector
15. Green or bare copper wire of power supply cord
16. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
17. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
18. Neutral grounding wire (green)
19. Neutral wire (white)
20. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
21. Tighten strain relief screws.
22. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold-down screw.

3-wire connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

1.  3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)
2. . 3-wire plug
3. . Neutral prong
4. . Spade terminals with up turned ends
5. . 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) UL approved strain relief
6. . Ring terminals
7. . Neutral (white or center wire)
8. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw.
9. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw.
10. External ground connector
11. Neutral grounding wire (green)
12. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
13. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
14.  3/4 in. (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
15. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
16. Tighten strain relief screws.
17. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.

Optional 3-wire connection

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

1. Remove center terminal block screw.

2. Remove appliance ground wire (green) from external ground connector screw. Connect appliance ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under center, silver colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.

3.  Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.

4. Tighten strain relief screws.

5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.

6. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external ground connector screw to an adequate ground.

7. External ground connector

8. Neutral grounding wire (green)

9. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

10. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician

Connect Gas Supply Pipe (Gas Dryer ONLY)

For further assistance, refer to section on Gas Requirements.

1. Make certain your dryer is equipped for use with the type of gas in your laundry room. Dryer is equipped at the factory for Natural Gas with a 3/8” N.P.T. gas connection.

2. Remove the shipping cap from the gas connection at the rear of the dryer. Make sure you do not damage the pipe thread when removing the cap.

3. Connect to gas supply pipe using a new flexible stainless steel connector.

4. Tighten all connections securely. Turn on gas and check all pipe connections (internal & external) for gas leaks with a non-corrosive leak detection fluid.

5. For L.P. (Liquefied Petroleum) gas connection, refer to section on Gas Requirements.

6. New Stainless Steel Flexible Connector – Use only if allowed by local codes (Use Design A.G.A. Certified Connector)

7. 1/8” N.P.T. Pipe Plug (for checking inlet gas pressure)

8. Equipment Shut-Off Valve-Installed within 6’ (1.8 m) of dryer

9. Black Iron Pipe Shorter than 20’ (6.1 m) – Use 3/8” pipe Longer than 20’ (6.1 m) – Use 1/2” pipe 5 3/8” N.P.T. Gas Connection

COLUMBUS DRYER CYCLE PROCESS

*Sensor dry : “Dry Level” is set by users.
** Manual dry : “Temperature control” is set by users.
Default settings can be adjusted by users.

COMPONENT TESTING INFORMATION

CAUTION
When checking the Component, be sure to turn the power off, and do voltage discharge sufficiently.

MOTOR DIAGRAM AND SCHEMATIC

NOTE When checking Component, be sure to turn Power off, then do voltage discharge sufficiently.

• Contact On / Off by Centrifugal Switch

CONTROL LAY – OUT

PWB ASSEMBLY DISPLAY LAY-OUT MODEL DISPLAY AS DIAGNOSTIC TEST

MODEL OPTION PART| OP 1| OP 2| OP 3| OP 4| OP 5| OP 6| DISPLAY|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
DLE0442W/S / DLE6942W DLE5944WM| O| X| X| X| X| X| 18:23| 6871EC2123B
DLG0452W/S / DLG6952W DLG5955WM|

O

|

X

|

O

|

X

|

X

|

X

| 19:23| 6871EC2123C
DLE2544W| X| O| X| X| X| X| 18:25| 6871EC2123E
DLG2555W| X| O| O| X| X| X| 19:25| 6871EC2123F

PWB ASSEMBLY LAY-OUT

WIRING DIAGRAM

ELECTRIC DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM

GAS DRYER WIRING DIAGRAM

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

1. This TEST should be used for Factory test /Service test. Do not use this DIAGNOSTIC TEST other than specified.
2. Activating the Heater manually with the Door open may trip the Thermostat attached to the Heater, therefore do not activate it manually. (Do not press the door switch to operate the heater while the door is open )

ACTIVATING THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE

1. Unit must be in Standby (unit plugged in, display off)
2.  Press POWER while pressing MORE TIME, and LESS TIMEsimultaneously.

Test 1 120V AC Electrical supply

1. Power Connection

2. Status Mode Of The Connection

   < Table1 > : Connection of Tab Relay with the Tab Relay of the PCB ASSEMBLY (Elec) < Table 2 > : Connection of Tab Relay with PCB ASSEMBLY (Gas)

3. Status Mode Of wrong Connection

   < Table1 > : Wrong Connection of the Tab Relay and Connector Housing (Elec)

Items| Case| Heater1 Operation(black)| Heater2 operation(White)| PCB condition Of operation
---|---|---|---|---
1.Black and White Housing| Wire ①, ② CROSS| Off| Off| Power Off
2.Black Housing| Wire ①, ② CROSS| Off| Off| Power Off
3.White Housing| Wire ①, ② CROSS| Normal| Normal| Power On
❇ 4.Black and White Housing| Housing CROSS| Heater2| Heater1| Power On
5.Black and White Housing| Housing and Wire ①, ② CROSS| Off| Off| Power Off

Items| Case| Heater1 Operation(black)| Heater2 operation(White)| PCB condition Of operation
---|---|---|---|---
1.Black and White Housing| Wire ①, ② CROSS| Off| Off| Power Off

CAUTION
In case of power failure(-1,2,5,-1), Please check the Connection of “2.Status Table of Connection”.
In case of power failure(-4), please check the Connection of “2. Status Table of Connection”. Because improper Connection of the equipment- dryer can be damaged of changing heater.

Test 2 Thermistor Test — Measure with Power Off

Test 3 Motor test

Test 4 Moisture sensor

Test 5 Door switch test

Test 6 Heater switch test – Electric Type

Test 7 GAS Valve test – Gas Type

CHANGE GAS SETTING (NATURAL GAS, PROPANE GAS)

Warning
After Natural Gas Setting, applying Propane Gas Orifice or wrong use of Natural Gas Orifice will result in fire. Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.
Initially, Natural Gas mode is set. Propane Gas Orifice is on sale as a Service Part to authorized servicers only.

Part to authorized servicers only.

1. STEP 1 : VALVE SETTING
2. STEP 2 : ORIFICE CHANGE
3. Remove 2 screws.
4. Disassemble the pipe assembly.
5. Replace Natural Gas orifice with Propane Gas orifice.

Kit contents: Orifice (Dia. = 1.613mm, for Propane Gas)

• Replace Label
• Instruction sheet

GAS VALVE FLOW

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Disassemble and repair the unit only after pulling out power plug from the outlet.

CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY

WARNING
When you disassemble the control panel, be sure to take gloves and careful panel frame’s edge. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

1. Remove 3 screws on the rear Panel.
   CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY

2. Pull the control panel forward.

3. Open the cover protect.

4. Disconnect connectors.

5. Remove 5 screws.

6. Disassemble the controller assembly.

TOP PLATE

WARNING
When you disassemble the top plate, be sure to take gloves and careful plate’s edge. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

1. Push backward using an opener and lift the top plate.

COVER CABINET

WARNING
When you disassemble the door switch connector, be sure to take gloves and careful cabinet edge. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

1. Open the top plate.

2. Open the door, Remove 2 screws.

3. Remove 2 screws form upper side.

4. Pull the Cover Cabinet.

5. Disconnect the door switch connector.

TUB DRUM [FRONT]

WARNING !
When you disassemble the lamp connector, be sure to take gloves and careful cabinet edge. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

1. Open the top plate.
2. Remove Cover Cabinet.
3. Disconnect the door lamp and electro sensor connector.
4. Remove 4 screws.
5.  Disassemble the Tub Drum [Front].

DRUM ASSEMBLY

1. Open the top plate.

2. Remove the Cover Cabinet and
   Tub drum [front].

3.  Disengage belt from motor and idler pulleys.

4. Carefully remove Drum out through front of dryer.

CHANGING THE DRUM LAMP

1. Open the door.
2. Remove the screw holding the drum lamp shield in place.
3. Slide the shield up and remove.
4.  Remove the bulb and replace with a 15 watt, 120 volt candelabra-base bulb.
5.  Replace the lamp shield and screw.

DRYER EXHAUST CHANGE

WARNING !
When you disassemble and install ventilation, be sure to take gloves and careful exhaust edge. Failure to do so can cause serious injury.

1. Remove screw & exhaust duct.

2. Detach and remove the bottom, left or right side knockout as desired.

3. Reconnect the new duct[11 in(28cm)] to the blower housing, and attach the duct to the base.

4. Pre-assemble 4″ elbow with 4″ duct. Wrap duct tape around joint.

5. Insert duct assembly, elbow first, through the side opening and connect the elbow to the dryer internal duct.

FILTER ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the filter.
2. Remove 3 screws.
3. Pull the grill.
4. Disconnect electro sensor

BLOWER HOUSING

1. Open the top plate.
2. Remove the Cover Cabinet and Tub Drum [Front].
3. Remove the Drum assembly.
4. Remove 2 screws and cover(Air guide).
5. Remove the bolt and washer.
6. Pull the fan.
7. Disconnect the motor clamp and motor.

BACK COVER

1. Open the top plate.
2. Remove the Cover Cabinet and Tub Drum [Front].
3. Remove the Drum assembly.
4. Remove 7 screws.
5.  Pull the Tub Drum [Rear] towards the front.

AIR DUCT

1. Open the top plate.
2. Remove the Cover Cabinet.
3. Remove filter and 2 screws.
4. Pull the air duct towards the front.

ROLLERS

1. Open the top plate.
2. Remove the Cover Cabinet and Tub Drum [Front].
3. Remove the Drum assembly and Tub Drum [Rear].
4. Disconnect Air duct from the Tub Drum [Front].
5. Remove the roller from the Tub Drum [Front] and Tub Drum [Rear].

EXPLODED VIEW

12-1. Control Panel & Plate Assembly

12-2. Cabinet & Door Assembly

12-3-2. Drum & Motor Assembly : Gas type

References

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