LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer
(Model: DLE4801W)
Looking for a dryer that is quiet, can hold large loads, and adjusts the drying time for you? Look no further. This large capacity dryer, with innovative features like the Sensor Dry system, and SmartDiagnosis™, will have you begging to do more laundry.
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You can also avoid additional shipping charges by having a product shipped from our distribution centers to your local store for pickup within 96 hours of your purchase.
Here's how it works:
- Place an eligible item in your cart and choose the Pickup In-Store option.
- Click "Check Availability"and enter your ZIP code. Items available for Ship to Store will be available for pickup within 96 hours. Select the store where you'd like to pick up your purchase.
- Complete your order.
- Wait to receive confirmation e-mails:
- Order confirmation – Verifies that we've received your order. This email will also indicate approximately how long it will take for your item to be available for Pickup In-Store.
- Ready for pickup – Confirms that your item is ready for pickup. It will also tell you what to bring to the store.
- At the store, look for the Customer Service Desk — or ask the Associate at the door to direct you to the right place.
Bring to the Store:
- Your government-issued photo ID
- The credit card used for the purchase (if you used one)
- Your order number (for a speedier processing)
One advantage of picking up your purchase from one of our retail locations is that you avoid paying delivery or shipping charges.
Here's how it works:
- Place an eligible item in your cart and choose the Pickup In-Store option.
- Click "Check Availability"and enter your ZIP code. Items available for Pickup In-Store are available for pickup within approximately one hour. Select the store where you'd like to pick up your purchase.
- Complete your order.
- Wait to receive confirmation e-mails:
- Order confirmation – Verifies that we've received your order.
- Ready for pickup – Confirms that your item is ready for pickup. It will also tell you what to bring to the store.
- At the store, look for the Customer Service Desk — or ask the Associate at the door to direct you to the right place.
Bring to the Store:
- Your government-issued photo ID
- The credit card used for the purchase (if you used one)
- Your order number (for a speedier processing)
Cost: $69.99
Basic delivery applies only to those zip codes within our normal delivery area. To find out if you live within our normal delivery area, you can enter your zip code on a product's detail page to check coverage, or Contact Us.
If you make an online purchase of a deliverable item, a Customer Service Representative will contact you within 24 hours of your purchase to schedule your delivery.
Services included in Basic Delivery:
- 40-Minute Call-Ahead Service: At hhgregg, we're always looking for ways to help. To make your delivery more convenient, we have a 40-Minute Call-Ahead Delivery service. Wherever you are, the delivery team will call you approximately forty minutes before they arrive at your home, so there is no need to wait at home all day!
- 3-Hour Window: A "3 hour delivery window" will be communicated via a confirmation call by the driver on the morning of delivery (6:30 am - 8:30am). No time requests. Now you can plan the rest of your day with our three-hour delivery window, and feel confident that you won't miss a meeting, errand, or appointment!
- Unpack, level and test appliances
- Install icemaker prior to delivery
- Refrigerator/Dryer door change prior to delivery
- Hook up hhgregg electrical cord and dryer venting. Purchased separately.
- Normal gas hookup (4 or 6 ft. available; shut off directly behind the unit) [not available in Tennessee]
- Partial icemaker line hookup* provided water valve is directly behind refrigerator
- Removal of boxes and packing materials
- Removal, or movement within the home, (on a one for one basis) of old appliances or television
Shipping Methods
We offer two methods for shipping your orders from hhgregg.com:
- Standard – 4 to 8 business days: Includes 1 day for processing and 3 to 7 days for transit.
- Express – 3 business days: Includes 1 day for processing and 2 days for transit.
Shipping Carriers
hhgregg partners with UPS to ship your packages. Both Standard and Express shipping orders are shipped by UPS. You'll receive a shipping confirmation e-mail that will confirm which carrier was used for your products.
Shipping Costs
Shipping cost is calculated on a "per item" or "per pound" basis and is based on the shipping method you select (Standard or Express).
Special Addresses
hhgregg currently does not ship to the following locations:
- P.O. Boxes
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- Military Addresses
- International Locations




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By adhering to the manufacturer’s M.A.P. policies, hhgregg can continue to offer the widest assortment of products from the top brands at the lowest prices. Don’t forget to create an hhgregg account here to receive additional offers. These are just a few of the ways We Help!
To see the price on this item, click the “Add to Cart” button. Then, click the “View My Cart” button. Lastly, click “Proceed to Checkout.” The price will be shown in the Billing section of the Checkout process.
What are Premium Service Plans (PSP's)?
Premium Service Plans offer you security and peace of mind. Protect yourself against unexpected problems and costly repairs. Enjoy your product knowing we will simply repair or replace your product.*
Repair Plan Coverage
hhgregg's first priority is to repair your product as soon as possible. Below are the services covered by your Premium Service Plan in the event there is a problem with your product.
Services included in Repair Coverage:
- 100% Coverage on Parts & Labor: Covers mechanical and electrical breakdowns - even those due to normal wear & tear.*
- No Deductibles: No hidden charges or fees.
- In-Home Service: Professional service technicans to repair your product in the comfort of your home.*
- No Lemon Guarantee: If your covered product requires more than three repairs for the same defect, we'll replace it.
- Up to 10 years of Coverage on Major Components for Selected Items: Includes major products, such as home appliances, consumer electronics, etc.*
- Accidental Damage from Handling (ADH): In the normal and customary use of products, damages can occur. ADH covers your cameras, camcorders and other select products from breakdowns due to drops, spills, cracked lenses and screens.
- Power Surge Protection: Breakdowns resulting from power surges are covered. Manufacturer's warranties do not offer this protection.
- Food Spoilage: In the event that your refrigerator or freezer fails to cool, due to functional part failure, you may qualify for up to $250 toward your food loss replacement.
- Transferable: Coverage is transferable if the product is sold or given as a gift, at no extra charge.
Replacement Plan Coverage
If the service team is unable to repair your product, your Premium Service Plan (PSP) will cover a replacement.
Services included in Replacement Coverage:
- Two Year Replacement Plan Coverage: One-time product replacement for covered products that experience a breakdown.
- In-Store Exchange: For your convenience.
- Transferable: Coverage is transferable if the product is sold or given as a gift, at no extra charge.
Major Component Only Coverage
If you purchased a Major Component Service Plan on one of the following items you will receive the following specific coverage:
- Refrigerator, Freezer, Air Conditioner: Only the compressor is covered
- Top Load Washer: Only the transmission is covered
- Front Load Washer: Only the Drive Motor and motor control board are covered
- Range/ Oven: Only the heating element and/or burner assembly is covered
- Microwave Oven: Only the magnetron tube is covered
- Dishwasher: Only the pump and motor are covered
- Dryer: Motor and heating element and/or motor and burner assembly only
- Single Picture Tube TVs, Projection TVs,: Only the CRT picture tube(s), LCD/DLP TV's light engines and/or light engine repairs are covered (does not include lamp/bulb replacements).
Questions? Call us toll-free at 1-800-284-7344, Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM EST.
*Limitations and exclusions apply. See terms and conditions for full details.
Obligor: The company obligated under the Plan is AMT Warranty Corp., whose address is 2200 Hwy 121, Suite 100, Bedford, TX 76021, telephone 1-800-327-5818. In Florida, the company obligated under the Plan is Technology Insurance Company, Inc., whose address is 59 Maiden Lane, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10038, telephone 1-800-327-5818.
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LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer
(Model: DLE4801W)
Product Features
- 7.1 cu. ft. capacity - Do laundry a little less often. With 7.1 cubic feet of capacity, this dryer handles really large loads. Saving you time and energy
- Electronic control panel with LED display - With features like LED display indicators and soft-touch button controls, you'll find the right setting every time
- Sensor Dry system measures the moisture levels during the cycle and automatically adjusts the drying time, to ensure you get dry laundry every time
- LoDecibel™ quiet operation - There's no need for laundry to be noisy. With the LG LoDecibel™ motor, chances are you'll never notice it
- FlowSense™ Duct Changing Indicator will tell you when it's time to clean ducts out. Clean ducts mean a great drying every time
- 8 drying cycles - Sensor Dry: Cotton/Normal, Heavy Duty, Bulky/Bedding, Delicates, Permanant Press/Casual; Manual Dry: Speed Dry, Air Dry, Freshen Up
- 5 temperature levels - High, Medium high, Medium, Low, Extra low
- 6 options - Speed Dry, Fresh Up, Air Dry, More Time, Less Time
- 5 drying levels - Very Dry, More Dry, Normal Dry, Less Dry, Damp Dry
- Dry time - 60 minutes, 50 minutes, 40 minutes, 30 minutes, 20 minutes, More Time/Less Time
- Wrinkle care option - Dry clothes are periodically tumbled without heat to reduce wrinkles
- SmartDiagnois™ helps the service center diagnose problems over the phone, helping you minimize costly, inconvenient surface calls
- 3-minute Smart Installation Check will run a set of diagnostics to ensure that the dryer has been installed properly and is working correctly
- Precise temperature control with variable heat source
- Custom program
- Large silver rimmed door with transparent glass
Specifications
Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 40 reviews)
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (39)
- Quiet (38)
- Large capacity (37)
- Adjustable temperature (36)
- Energy efficient (31)
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday clothes (35)
- Towels (33)
- Sheets & mattress covers (28)
- Delicate (27)
- Bulky items (26)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (29), Heavy duty user (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
The Best Dryer I have ever Owned!
This dryer is the best I have ever owned! The features on this dryer work perfectly, I love the wrinkle release feature! Makes for a lot less ironing! I bought the set, washer...Read complete review
This dryer is the best I have ever owned! The features on this dryer work perfectly, I love the wrinkle release feature! Makes for a lot less ironing! I bought the set, washer and dryer, and I am very satisfied! I am the mother of three teenagers and they change clothes alot! I would highly encourage anyone looking for a new dryer to buy this one.
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Most Liked Negative Review
OK to poor
OK some of the time. Other times it does not always dry the clothes and when you start it again to dry, it decides to run for a very short time and turns off ...Read complete review
OK some of the time. Other times it does not always dry the clothes and when you start it again to dry, it decides to run for a very short time and turns off and clothes are still damp
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would purchase this again
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
so far love this dryer. controls are user friendly.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Excellent!!!
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
- Bulkybedding slighty damp
Best Uses
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
This is the first dryer that I have ever bought and i am glad that i am extremely happy with my choice. I have only had it for about a month but works better then any others i have used in the past. Only bad thing is that it leaves bulky comforters slighty damp in the middle. Would deffinently recommend to everyone!!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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My dryer is doing everything you claimed
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Cooler laundry room
- Easy To Use
- Energy Efficient
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
- Works Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
I find it to be excellent and super efficient.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Great Quality & Value
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Energy Efficient
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
- Works Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday Clothes
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
I love this dryer!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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great for large loads
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Energy Efficient
- Large Capacity
- Works Quickly
Cons
- Loud
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
great for bedding
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Hate new machines but love this one!
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Energy Efficient
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
- Works Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
I wanted to purchase a new washer/dryer pair that was reasonably priced. I hate getting used to new machines but this one is great. Drying time is definitely less than my old dryer and you can't beat the capacity! Love it, love it, love it!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Best dryer I've ever owned
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Energy Efficient
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
- Works Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
This is without a doubt one of the best dryers I've ever owned.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Love it!
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
Love it.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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i would buy this product qagain
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Energy Efficient
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
- Works Quickly
Cons
- No cons
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
love everything about it!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Impressive LG Electric Dryer
Pros
- Adjustable Temperature
- Easy To Use
- Energy Efficient
- Large Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Bulky Items
- Delicates
- Everyday Clothes
- Sheets & Mattress Covers
- Towels
Comments about LG 7.1 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer:
Great dryer - neat features. Lint Filter is in the perfect location. Like the reminder to check it. Customization are available.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Delivery
Cost: $69.99
Basic delivery applies only to those zip codes within our normal delivery area. To find out if you live within our normal delivery area, you can enter your zip code on a product's detail page to check coverage, or Contact Us.
If you make an online purchase of a deliverable item, a Customer Service Representative will contact you within 24 hours of your purchase to schedule your delivery.
Services included in Basic Delivery:
- 40-Minute Call-Ahead Service: At hhgregg, we're always looking for ways to help. To make your delivery more convenient, we have a 40-Minute Call-Ahead Delivery service. Wherever you are, the delivery team will call you approximately forty minutes before they arrive at your home, so there is no need to wait at home all day!
- 3-Hour Window: A "3 hour delivery window" will be communicated via a confirmation call by the driver on the morning of delivery (6:30 am - 8:30am). No time requests. Now you can plan the rest of your day with our three-hour delivery window, and feel confident that you won't miss a meeting, errand, or appointment!
- Unpack, level and test appliances
- Install icemaker prior to delivery
- Refrigerator/Dryer door change prior to delivery
- Hook up hhgregg electrical cord and dryer venting. Purchased separately.
- Normal gas hookup (4 or 6 ft. available; shut off directly behind the unit) [not available in Tennessee]
- Partial icemaker line hookup* provided water valve is directly behind refrigerator
- Removal of boxes and packing materials
- Removal, or movement within the home, (on a one for one basis) of old appliances or television
One advantage of picking up your purchase from one of our retail locations is that you avoid paying delivery or shipping charges.
Here's how it works:
- Place an eligible item in your cart and choose the Pickup In-Store option.
- Click "Check Availability"and enter your ZIP code. Items available for Pickup In-Store are available for pickup within approximately one hour. Select the store where you'd like to pick up your purchase.
- Complete your order.
- Wait to receive confirmation e-mails:
- Order confirmation – Verifies that we've received your order.
- Ready for pickup – Confirms that your item is ready for pickup. It will also tell you what to bring to the store.
- At the store, look for the Customer Service Desk — or ask the Associate at the door to direct you to the right place.
Bring to the Store:
- Your government-issued photo ID
- The credit card used for the purchase (if you used one)
- Your order number (for a speedier processing)












