Why does my dryer take a different amount of time for similar loads?
Drying time can vary based on load size, fabric type, how wet the clothes are, and the condition of the lint filter. An unbalanced washer load can also leave clothes wetter and increase drying time.
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Basic operation sequence 1. Clean the lint filter. 2. Load the dryer. 3. Turn on the dryer. 4. Select a cycle. 5. Adjust settings, if desired. 6. Press Start/Pause to begin. 7. Remove laundry when the cycle ends.
LG DLEX4000B Owner's Manual, extracted pages 31-33
Troubleshooting by symptom: drying results and wrinkles
Use the guidance below when clothes are drying unevenly, coming out wrinkled, feeling staticky, or still have damp spots after a cycle. These tips focus on load size, fabric type, dryness settings, and how long items stay in the dryer.
Drying time is not consistent Drying time can vary from load to load. This is normal when any of the following changes: - load size - fabric type - how wet the clothes are - the condition of the lint filter
LG DLEX4000B Owner's Manual, extracted pages 52-53
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