The model number of a dryer plays a key role in identifying the appliance, selecting the right model during purchase, and obtaining accurate parts for repairs. Additionally, it helps determine the year of manufacture; combining the model number with the serial number provides the exact production date.
It’s important to note that dryer model numbers vary by country. This is due to the different characteristics of dryers in each region and the manufacturer’s strategies to cater to specific markets. The same model might have different numbers depending on the country. Here’s an overview of some key regional differences:
LG Dryer Country Variations
- USA and Canada: Both electric and gas-powered dryers are widely used, with LG offering front-loading and vertical models.
- Europe: Electric dryers dominate the market, while gas models are rare. Front-loading dryers are the most popular, and washer-dryer combos are also in high demand.
- Mexico: Primarily electric dryers.
- Australia and New Zealand: Mostly electric dryers.
- Korea: Electric dryers are standard.
The serial number structure is consistent across all regions, allowing you to determine the production date of the dryer. However, note that model numbers follow a 10-year production cycle. For an accurate production date, you’ll need to identify the specific production period of the model.
US and Canada dryer model number decoding
In North America, LG dryer model numbers indicate the energy source (gas or electric) and technical features, such as steam treatment for easier ironing or the use of a condenser to collect moisture. Let’s break down the DLEX5500V model and explain its meaning.
Prefix
- D – Dryer
- L – Laundry type
- E – Energy source
- E – Electric
- G – Gas
- HC (C) – Condenser (a system with a compressor that cools the coil; air is blown through the coil, condensing moisture that collects in a container).
Model Code Examples
- DLE – Electric dryer with ventilation, releasing humid air into the room
- DLEX – Electric dryer with steam function
- DLEC – Electric dryer with condenser, collecting moisture in a container
- DLG – Gas dryer
- DLGX – Gas dryer with steam function
- DLGC – Gas dryer with condenser
Series and Specifications
- 5 – Series (higher numbers indicate more functions)
- 5 – Model within the series
- 00 – Specification code (distinguishes between gas and electric models)
- 00 – Electric models
- 01 – Gas models
Color Codes
- W – White
- B – Black
- V – Graphite Steel
- M – Middle Black
- K – Black Stainless
- L – Platinum Black
Thus, DLEX5500V represents an electric dryer with a steam function from series 5, model 500, in Graphite Steel color.
UK dryer model number decoding
In the UK, LG dryer model numbers are more streamlined. Here’s how to interpret FDC309W:
- F – Front loading
- D – Dryer
- C – Modification (indicates changes to the dryer on the same platform)
- 3 – Series (higher numbers indicate more functionality)
- 0 – Model within the series
- 9 – Maximum laundry load capacity
- W – Color
- W – White
- B – Black
- S – Graphite
For example, FDC309W would represent a front-loading dryer from series 3, with a maximum load of 9 kg in white color.
Germany dryer model number decoding
The LG dryer model code system in Germany can be quite confusing, as there are two types of model codes. For instance, models like RT80V9W, V3R08T, and RT90V9W represent nearly identical dryers with only minor differences. These codes reveal very little, aside from the maximum load, which isn’t particularly useful since most people don’t weigh laundry before drying.
In Germany, standalone dryers are less popular, with high demand for washing machines that include drying functions. Let’s take a look at V5WD95SLIMB as an example to understand the meaning behind its code.
V5WD95SLIMB Model Breakdown
- LIMB – Modification
- V5 – Chassis (the components used in the washing machine’s construction)
- WD – Washer and Dryer (indicating a washing machine with a drying function)
- 95 – Load capacity (9 kg for washing, 5 kg for drying)
- S – Slim model (narrow washing machine design)
LG Dryer Model Numbers in Europe
In Europe, LG dryer model numbers can vary widely, as seen with examples like:
- RC7DN8029
- RC7DN9029
- P0AOTR1W9
- RV3DN8049
- RV3DN9037
- RV9DN9037
- RH80VAVN
- RH90VAVN
These model numbers all refer to essentially the same dryer type. This variation results from LG’s strategy to adapt model codes for different sales regions, even though the dryers are manufactured in the same facility. Therefore, finding a consistent pattern in LG dryer model numbers across European countries isn’t necessary.
LG dryer serial number decoding
The LG dryer serial number, consisting of 12 characters, provides key details about the dryer’s production, including the assembly date and location. This information is sometimes directly displayed on the product label as well. Here’s how to decode a serial number like 012KWLR1V632:
Year of Production
The first digit represents the production year, repeating every decade. For instance:
- 0 – 2000, 2010, 2020, 2030
- 1 – 2001, 2011, 2021, 2031
- 2 – 2002, 2012, 2022, 2032
- 3 – 2003, 2013, 2023, 2033
- 4 – 2004, 2014, 2024, 2034
- 5 – 2005, 2015, 2025, 2035
- 6 – 2006, 2016, 2026, 2036
- 7 – 2007, 2017, 2027, 2037
- 8 – 2008, 2018, 2028, 2038
- 9 – 2009, 2019, 2029, 2039
Month of Production
The second and third digits indicate the month:
- 01 – January
- 02 – February
- 03 – March
- 04 – April
- 05 – May
- 06 – June
- 07 – July
- 08 – August
- 09 – September
- 10 – October
- 11 – November
- 12 – December
Factory Code
The fourth and fifth characters show the factory location:
- TN – United States
- MM – Mexico
- MX – Mexico
- KW – Korea
- PW – Poland
- RA – Russia
- RW – Russia
- PN – China
Unique Identifier
The remaining characters (LR1V632 in this case) are a unique number that contains details about the assembly line and the unit’s order in production.
