Error Code CLg
Your dryer vent is clogged and needs cleaning
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: CLg
What This Means
Lint accumulation in exhaust duct; Exhaust duct too long or with too many elbows; Outside exhaust hood damper stuck closed; Flex ductwork reducing airflow; Lint filter clogged
What actually causes this:
Lint has built up inside the exhaust vent over time, restricting airflow and making your dryer work harder.
First Thing to Check
Pull the dryer away from the wall and disconnect the exhaust vent hose — check for packed lint inside.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Clean the lint filter
- 2
2. Check your vent condition (refer to ducting requirements section)
- 3
3. Inspect exhaust duct for lint buildup
- 4
4. Check outside exhaust hood opens and closes freely
- 5
5. Measures must be taken through expert personnel (such as cleaning)
Other Error Codes for DVG55A7700V
The door switch isn't working properly
The dryer's internal parts aren't communicating properly
Your dryer's temperature sensor isn't reading correctly
A button on the control panel is stuck or shorted
Your dryer isn't heating properly or is overheating
Your dryer is getting the wrong type of electrical power
The dryer motor isn't spinning properly
A secondary temperature sensor is giving bad readings