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[LG Dryer] Is there a lot of water left after drying? — LG Help

The condenser dryer has a drain pump and a small crevice in the bottom to drain any condensed water from the bottom. Any condensed water entering the small crevice is drained by the pump. Regardless of the manufacturer or condenser cleaning method, a small amount of residual water remains after drying.

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What to Check First

  1. The condenser dryer has a drain pump and a small crevice in the bottom to drain any condensed water from the bottom. Any condensed water entering the small crevice is drained by the pump. Regardless of the manufacturer or condenser cleaning method, a small amount of residual water remains after drying.
  2. The majority of the residual water is drained during operation thanks to the improved pump cover structure, but a small amount of residual water could remain in the bottom of the dryer. Please be assured that this small amount of residual water will be drained first during the next Dry cycle.
  3. When drying, clean condensed water from the clothes is used automatically to clean the condenser. Condensed water is formed when the moist air that has absorbed moisture from clothes comes into contact with the cold refrigerant (condenser). After Auto Washing, the condensed water used for cleaning is drained straight away, so you can use it with confidence.
  4. This guide was created for all models, so the images or content may be different from your product.

Why This Can Happen

Symptoms can have more than one cause, and the correct steps depend on the exact model, installation and operating conditions. Use the checks above to narrow the issue before service.

Safety and Model-Specific Guidance

Stop troubleshooting if you notice burning, electrical damage, unsafe heat, gas odor, refrigerant concerns, or water near electrical components. Follow the official LG USA instructions for your exact model.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I check first for [LG Dryer] Is there a lot of water left after drying??

The condenser dryer has a drain pump and a small crevice in the bottom to drain any condensed water from the bottom. Any condensed water entering the small crevice is drained by the pump. Regardless of the manufacturer or condenser cleaning method, a small amount of residual water remains after drying.

When should I stop troubleshooting and contact LG?

Stop if the product shows signs of electrical damage, burning, leaking near electrical components, or if the recommended checks do not resolve the issue. Use LG USA support for model-specific service guidance.

Does this guidance apply to every LG model?

Not always. Controls, error codes and service steps can differ by model. Confirm the exact model number and follow the linked LG USA article for model-specific instructions.

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