Converting Lg Dryer To Side Vent

Your new dryer is shifted to vent to the rear.

Converting lg dryer to side vent.

Dryer 4 way vent kit this dryer 4 way vent kit allows heat to safely vent from the side and bottom of your appliance during the drying cycle. Check to see if your model number is compatible. This is an accessory that can be used across several dryer brands with lint screens in the front. It also includes covers for the previous venting holes.

Somehow i found out i needed a side vent kit i called lowes to inquire about obtaining the side vent kit. The dryer specifications indicate it has 3 way venting. Compare model dve45t6000w samsung 7 5 cu. Lg has several instructional videos on youtube which are very easy to follow.

An adapter kit is available for purchase from your lg retailer. Make sure that use duct tape on all joints to fully insulate the venting system. Lg electronics 7 4 cu ft. I did some research and found out that while the default is for the vent to come out the back of the dryer it can also be configured to come out either side.

240 volt white electric dryer with sensor dryer pedestals sold separately 598 00. Please note that it can also be configured to vented side on some models. Make sure the side vent extends 1 75 out from the side of the dryer. To convert this dryer to side venting you would need a vent kit as illustrated in the first image below.

I included the installation instructions in the second and third images below. Great i thought this will solve the problem. There are two places on the bottom sides of the dryer where it looks like you can punch out a large hole for the dryer to vent. Free delivery add to package add to cart.

Lowes told me to call samsung. The knockout plate was not so easy to knock out. Save 201 00 25 598 00. This kit will include the elbow and other parts needed to convert the venting to either side of the dryer.

Bettervent indoor dryer vent kit protect indoor air quality and save energy with a superior dryer lint filter electric dryers only 4 5 out of 5 stars 2 795 64 99 64. The piece on my dryer was spot welded about 8 places around the circle so it took some effort to remove it.