LG DLE7400WE electric dryer and DLG7401WE gas dryer
- Category
- Dryers
- Model number
- DLE7400WE, DLG7401WE
- Region
- United States
- Verified
- Rating label
- At the top of the door opening, on a silver label visible with the door open. Source: support page
- TE1 to tE7
- Error Ps
- D80, d90, d95
- Flow Sense
- Error CL
- ENd
- Dryer will not turn on
- Dryer does not heat
- Clothes take too long to dry
- Drying time varies from load to load
- Dryer runs and pauses by itself after the cycle
- Clothes are wrinkled
- Greasy or dirty spots on clothes
- Clothes are shrinking
- Lint on clothes
- Static in clothes after drying
- Clothes have damp spots after a Sensor Dry cycle
- Unpleasant odor from the dryer
- Dryer will not connect to Wi-Fi
- How to clean the lint filter
- How to turn off Control Lock
- How to save and recall a custom program
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Error codes
| Code | Meaning | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| tE1 to tE7 | Temperature sensor failure. | Checks |
| Ps | The power cord is connected incorrectly. | Checks |
| d80, d90, d95 | The exhaust system is restricted: too long, too many turns, or blocked. LG says not to use the dryer until the exhaust system is cleaned or repaired. | 2 causes |
| Flow Sense | The dryer has detected a restriction in the outside exhaust duct. The dryer still runs, but drying takes longer and uses more energy. | 4 causes |
| CL | Not a fault. Control Lock is on, so every button except Power is locked. The door is not locked. | Checks |
| ENd | Not a fault. Wrinkle Care is on and stays shown until the option is off. After the cycle ends only the Power button works. | Checks |
tE1 to tE7
tE1, tE2, tE3, tE4, tE5, tE6 or tE7 in the display. Temperature sensor failure.
- Turn off the dryer.
Ps
Ps in the display. The power cord is connected incorrectly.
CL
CL alternating with the remaining time. Not a fault. Control Lock is on, so every button except Power is locked. The door is not locked.
- Turn off Control Lock. See Turn off Control Lock.
ENd
A dashed rectangle and ENd in the display. Not a fault. Wrinkle Care is on and stays shown until the option is off. After the cycle ends only the Power button works.
- Turn the dryer off with the Power button before unloading the clothes.
Problems
- Dryer will not turn on2 causes in the manual. First: the power cord is not plugged in properly.
- Dryer does not heatA house fuse is blown, a circuit breaker has tripped or the power is out.
- Clothes take too long to dry9 causes in the manual. First: the exhaust duct is blocked or dirty, or the duct run is too long.
- Drying time varies from load to loadHeat settings, load size or how wet the clothes are differ between loads. Fabric type and lint filter condition also change the time, and an unbalanced load in the washer spins poorly and leaves clothes wetter.
- Dryer runs and pauses by itself after the cycleWrinkle Care is on. The dryer runs for 10 seconds and pauses for 5 minutes, for up to 2 hours.
- Clothes are wrinkled2 causes in the manual. First: the clothes were dried too long.
- Greasy or dirty spots on clothes3 causes in the manual. First: fabric softener was used incorrectly.
- Clothes are shrinkingThe garment care instructions are not being followed.
- Lint on clothes5 causes in the manual. First: the lint filter is not cleaned properly.
- Static in clothes after drying3 causes in the manual. First: fabric softener is not used, or is used incorrectly.
- Clothes have damp spots after a Sensor Dry cycleThe load is very large or very small, or it is a single large item such as a blanket or comforter. Tightly packed or sparse items are hard for the sensor to read, and a bulky item can wrap into a ball with a damp core.
- Unpleasant odor from the dryer2 causes in the manual. First: the dryer is new. The rubber inside gives off an odor that goes away after several cycles.
- Dryer will not connect to Wi-Fi6 causes in the manual. First: the Wi-Fi password was entered incorrectly.
Dryer does not heat
A house fuse is blown, a circuit breaker has tripped or the power is out. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 52
- Reset the breaker or replace the fuse. Do not increase the fuse capacity.
Drying time varies from load to load
Heat settings, load size or how wet the clothes are differ between loads. Fabric type and lint filter condition also change the time, and an unbalanced load in the washer spins poorly and leaves clothes wetter. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 52
- Compare the settings and load size with the earlier load, and clean the lint filter.
Dryer runs and pauses by itself after the cycle
Wrinkle Care is on. The dryer runs for 10 seconds and pauses for 5 minutes, for up to 2 hours. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 53
- Check that the Wrinkle Care option has been set. To stop it, turn the dryer off or open the door.
Clothes are shrinking
The garment care instructions are not being followed. Source: Troubleshooting: Performance, p. 53
- Follow the fabric care label. Some fabrics shrink in a dryer even when they can be washed, so use a low or no heat setting for them.
Clothes have damp spots after a Sensor Dry cycle
The load is very large or very small, or it is a single large item such as a blanket or comforter. Tightly packed or sparse items are hard for the sensor to read, and a bulky item can wrap into a ball with a damp core. Source: Troubleshooting: Performance, p. 54
- Use a Time Dry cycle for very small loads.
- With a single bulky item, pause the cycle once or twice and rearrange the item to expose damp areas.
- To finish a few damp items or spots after a Sensor Dry cycle, empty the lint trap and set a Time Dry cycle.
How-to
- How to clean the lint filterAfter every cycle, and when drying takes longer than usual.
- How to turn off Control LockWhen the buttons beep and nothing happens, or CL shows in the display.
- How to save and recall a custom programTo reuse a combination of settings.
Maintenance
| Task | When | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Clean the lint filter | After every cycle | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning the Lint Filter, pp. 48-49 |
| Check the vent ductwork for lint buildup | Once per month | Source: Maintenance: Maintaining Ductwork, p. 48 |
| Clean the vent ductwork. If airflow or drying performance drops noticeably, check the ductwork for blockages straight away and contact a qualified technician or service provider. (professional service) | At least once per year | Source: Maintenance: Maintaining Ductwork, p. 48 |
| Wipe around the door opening and seal with a soft, damp cloth to prevent lint and dust buildup that could damage the door seal | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning the Interior, p. 48 | |
| Vacuum lint and dust from around and under the dryer | Regularly | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning Around and Under the Appliance, p. 48 |
Settings
| Setting | Options | Default | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control Lock | Press and hold the Wrinkle Care button for 3 seconds with the power on | Locks every button except Power. The door is not locked. Turning the power off does not reset it. | Source: Operation: Control Lock, p. 43 | |
| Energy Saver | Press and hold the Energy Saver button for 3 seconds to switch the default; ON or OFF appears in the display | On for the Normal cycle | Starts the Normal cycle with an air dry section and lengthens drying time. | Source: Operation: Energy Saver, p. 42 |
| Wrinkle Care | Press the Wrinkle Care button before starting a cycle; to set it after starting, pause the cycle, set the option and press Start/Pause | Tumbles the load periodically after the cycle, or until the door is opened. A dashed rectangle and ENd show in the display, and only the Power button works after the cycle ends. | Source: Operation: Wrinkle Care, p. 42 | |
| Damp Dry Signal | Press the Damp Dry Signal button before starting a cycle | Signals when the load is about 80% dry, so lightweight items can be removed or ironed while slightly damp. | Source: Operation: Damp Dry Signal, p. 43 | |
| Time Dry | 20 to 60 minutes in 10-minute steps | Temperature High; the temperature can be changed, the dry level cannot | Sets the drying time by hand. It can be combined with Wrinkle Care. | Source: Operation: Cycle Modifiers, p. 41 |
| Signal | Press the Signal button to turn sounds on or off | Controls the end-of-cycle melody and the button sounds. Alert sounds stay audible. | Source: Operation: Cycle Modifiers, p. 41 | |
| Drum light | Press the Drum Light button during a cycle | Turns the white drum LED on for 4 minutes. It also lights when the dryer is turned on and goes out when the door is closed and the cycle starts. | Source: Operation: Drum Light, p. 42 |
Specifications
Dryer with sensor dry cycles, a cycle selector knob, the Flow Sense duct blockage indicator and LG ThinQ Wi-Fi support. One manual covers the electric and gas versions. Source: Product Overview; Operation: Control Panel, pp. 8-9, 36-38
The dryer displays tE1 through tE7, Ps and d80, d90 or d95. d80, d90 and d95 mean the exhaust system is too long, has too many turns or is blocked, and LG says not to use the dryer until it is cleaned or repaired. Source: Troubleshooting: Error Messages, p. 51
The Flow Sense indicator stays lit for 2 hours after a cycle when it detects restricted venting. After the restriction is cleared it takes several consecutive cycles to reset. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 51
| Capacity | 7.3 cu ft (22.5 lb / 10.2 kg) | Source: Product Overview: Product Specifications, p. 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 27 x 29 1/2 x 44 1/2 in (68.6 x 75.0 x 113.0 cm); 50 1/4 in (127.5 cm) deep with the door open | Source: Product Overview: Product Specifications, p. 9 |
| Net weight | Gas 118.4 lb (53.7 kg); electric 115.7 lb (52.5 kg) | Source: Product Overview: Product Specifications, p. 9 |
| Gas supply pressure (gas models) | Natural gas 4-10.5 inches water column (10.2-26.7 cm); LP 8-13 inches water column (20.4-33.1 cm) | Source: Product Overview: Product Specifications, p. 9 |
| Optional accessories | Drying Rack No. 3750EL001C; side vent kit No. 383EEL9001B | Source: Product Overview: Accessories, p. 9 |
Recalls
No exact-model match for DLE7400WE, DLG7401WE in the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall database, checked . Recalls can name model families, so also check current recalls for LG.
Service contact
LG Customer Information Center: 1-800-243-0000, lg.com/us/support. United States. Source: Limited Warranty: To Obtain Warranty Service, pp. 57, 60
Sources
- Owner's Manual, Dryer DL*730**E / DL*740**E. LG Electronics Inc. Document MFL70442690, revision Rev.00, 2024-02-28, 60 pages, en-US. gscs-b2c.lge.com. Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
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