LG · Laundry · DLEX4000B · Owner's Manual
The manual recommends 1 in. (25 mm) front clearance, 5 in. (127 mm) back clearance, 1 in. (25 mm) side clearance, and 18 in. (457 mm) clearance to an overhead cabinet or shelf. The cabinet opening height is listed as 39 in. (990 mm), and the width is 27 in. (686 mm).
Source: LG DLEX4000B Owner's Manual, extracted pages 11-15
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Installation overview and site preparation
Before you install or move this dryer, read the installation instructions first. The manual lists these main tasks:
- Choose the proper location. - Level the appliance. - Vent the appliance. - Connect the inlet hose for steam models. - Connect the gas or electric dryer. - For an electric dryer, purchase a UL-listed 3-wire or 4-wire power cord kit with a UL-listed strain relief. - Plug in the power cord. - Run the installation test and test run. - Refer to the Test Exhaust System section for the exhaust test.
LG DLEX4000B Owner's Manual, extracted pages 11-15Vent kit installation and vent routing
This dryer is configured to vent to the rear, but it can also vent to the bottom or side.
Before you begin - Wear 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. - Ductwork and fittings are not included and must be purchased separately. - If you want to change the vent location, an adapter kit, part number 383EEL9001B, may be purchased from your LG retailer. - Right-side venting is not available on gas models.
LG DLEX4000B Owner's Manual, extracted pages 17-20This answer is only published when it has a reviewed answer status and a source citation back to the manual text.