Converting Lg Dryer To Side Vent

Somehow i found out i needed a side vent kit i called lowes to inquire about obtaining the side vent kit.

Converting lg dryer to side vent.

Compare model dve45t6000w samsung 7 5 cu. 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. Lg has several instructional videos on youtube which are very easy to follow.

Clean old ducts before installing the dryer. 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. The knockout plate was not so easy to knock out. This kit will include the elbow and other parts needed to convert the venting to either side of the dryer.

I included the installation instructions in the second and third images below. To convert this dryer to side venting you would need a vent kit as illustrated in the first image below. Make sure the side vent extends 1 75 out from the side of the dryer. The piece on my dryer was spot welded about 8 places around the circle so it took some effort to remove it.

Lowes told me to call samsung. 240 volt white electric dryer with sensor dryer pedestals sold separately 598 00. However there is no information in any of the manuals or even from samsung directly i called them today to tell me how to change the vent from the rear to the side. Great i thought this will solve the problem.

Lg electronics 7 4 cu ft. Check to see if your model number is compatible. Please note that it can also be configured to vented side on some models. 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.

The dryer specifications indicate it has 3 way venting. Large smart stackable front. Save 201 00 25 598 00. 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.

Make sure that use duct tape on all joints to fully insulate the venting system. An adapter kit is available for purchase from your lg retailer.