Whirlpool LDR3422A User manual

Use&CareGuide

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COMPACTAUTOMATICDRYERS

LDR3422ALER3422ALGR3422A

Contents

Page

Important safety Instructions ........ .3

Additional safety instructions and

your responsibilities ...................... .4

Operating lnstructbns

Starting your dryer.. ....................... .5

The regular/heavy cycle ................ .7

The permanent press cycle ........... .7

The air cycle ................................... 7

Additional Dryer Features

End-ofcycle signal ........................ .6

Voftage requirements .................... .6

Optional accessories ..................... .9

Caring For Your Dryer

Cleaning the lint screen..

.............. 10

Lint screen maintenance

.............. 10

Cleaning the dryer.. ...................... 11

Lint removal ................................ .12

If You Need Service Or

Assistance ...................................... 13

Whirlpool Automatic Dryer

Warranty ........................................ .16

01992 Whirlpool Corporation

If your dryer has a Consumer Buy

Guide label, remove it. It will be easier

to remove before the dryer is used. To

remove any remaining glue:

Rub briskly with thumb to make a

ball, then remove.

Soak area with liquid hand

dishwashing detergent before

removing glue as described above.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing

alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive

cleaners. These can damage the finish.

See “Important Safety Instructions” on

Pages 3 and 4.

NOTE: Do not remove any permanent

instruction labels inside the dryer.

You should wipe out the dryer drum

with a damp cloth before using to

remove dust from storing or shipping.

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool

appliance. Please complete and mail

the Owner Registration Card provided

with this product. Then complete the

form below. Have this information ready

il you need service or call with a

question.

Copy model and serial numbers from

label (on the frame behind the door)

and purchase date from sales slip.

Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and

the sales slip together in a handy

place.

Model Number

Serlal Number

Purchase Date

service Company Phone Number

ImportantSafetyInstructions

Fire Hazard

For your safety the information in

this manual must be followed to

minimize the risk of fire or expio-

sion or to prevent property dam

age, personal injury or loss of life.

-Do Not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do Not try to light any appliance.

Do Not touch any electrical switch; Do Not use

any phone in your building.

aClear the room, building or area of ail occupants.

*Immediately call your gas supplier from a

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s

instructions.

@Ifyou cannot reach your gas supplier, call the

fire department.

-Never install dryer up against draperies or

curtains, or on carpet.

-Keep any and all items from falling or collecting

behind the dryer.

Installation and service must be performed by a

qualified installer, service agency or the gas

supplier.

Important Safety Instructions

Continued

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or

injury to persons when using your dryer, follow

bask precautionr, including the following:

Read all InstructIons before uslng

You are responsible for making

the dryer. sure that your dryer is installed,

NEVER dry items cleaned, washed, repaired and has parts replaced by a

soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, qualified person.

gasoline or flammable fluids in the

Use only fabric softeners specifically

dryer. The fumes can create a FIRE labeled as not being harmful to the

HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS dryer.

hand launder and air dry fabrics

FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to

containing these materials. materials can result from:

NEVER allow children to operate,

play with or crawl inside the dryer. -drying rubber, rubber-like and heat

sensitive materials with heat.

Close supervision of children is

necessary when the dryer is used -allowing lint build-up inside the

near children. dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning

DO NOT reach into a dryer if the should be done periodically by a

drum is moving. qualified person.

Clean lint screen before or after

When discarding an old dryer, each load.

ALWAYS remove the door to

prevent accidental entrapment.

DC NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,

DO NOT install or store dryer where chemicals, etc. pile up around or

it will be exposed to the weather. under the dryer.

Do NOT tamper with the controls.

Dryer must be electrically grounded.

See the Installation Instructions.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Additional safetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities

-is properly maintained.

NEVER operate the dryer if:

-it is not working right (i.e. noisy,

too hot).

- it is damaged.

-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).

- all panels are not in place.

-the lint screen is loose, damaged

or missing.

-is properly installed and leveled on a

floor that can support the weight in a

well ventilated room.*

-is located in an area where the

temperature is above 45°F (7°C).

-is connected to the proper outlet and

electrical supply.’

-is properly connected to fuel and

exhaust systems.*

- is not installed against drapes or

cuttains.*

ALWAYS shut off the gas valve

before leaving on vacation if you

have a gas dryer.

ALWAYS unplug the power supply

cord or turn off electrical power

before attempting to service the

dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if you

have a gas dryer.

You are responsible for making

sure that your dryer:

-is used only for jobs normally

expected of home clothes dryers.

-is not used by anyone unable to

operate it properly.

‘See the Installation Instructions for

complete information.

OperatingInstructions

Startingyourdryer

Be sure to refer to the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading

and control setting information before starting your dryer.

NOTE: Do not

overdry. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and darnage

some fabrics. Start with drying time suggested below and add time as needed.

SUGGESTED LER3422h

TYPE OF LOAD CYCLEmME LDR3422A LGR 3422A

Cotton8 and linen8

EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads, mattress Regular/ SO-105min. 45-55 min.

pads, quilts Heavy

HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels, jeans, wtduroys. Regular/ 80-90 min. 40-50 min.

work dothes H-Y

MEDIUMWEIGHT-Sheets, pillowcases, Regular/ 70430min. 30-40 min.

cotton underwear, diapers H=V

LlGHTWEIGHT-Batistes, organdies, Permanent 50-50 min. 20-30 min.

lingerie Press

Permanent press, synthetics

and blends

HEAVYWEIGHT-Work dothes. jackets, Permanent 60-70 min. 3&Ul min.

raincoats Press

MEDIUMWEIGHT-Shirts, play clothes, Permanent 50&J min. 20-30 min.

sheets, slacks Press

LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie, blouses, dresses Permanent 3040 min. 15-25 min.

Press

Knits

HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons, blends, Permanent 60-70 min. 3040 min.

T-shirts, slacks, shirts Press

MEDIUMWEIGHT-Synthetics (pofyester, Permanent 504o min. 20-30 min.

acrylic, etc.), dress slacks, skirts, sweaters Press

LIGHTWEIGHT-Synthetics (polyester, Permanent 30-4.0min. 15-25 min.

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses, PlesS

dresses

Delicate fabrics

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels),

gauze. lace. etc. Air 20-30 min. 20-30 min.

Rubber, plastic,

heat-sensitive fabrics

FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys

PLASTIC-Shower curtains, tablecloths

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,

SHEER NYLON

hif 20-33 min. 20-30 min.

hif 40-50 min. 4.0-50min.

Aif 15-20 min. 15-20 min.

‘See page 7. 5

Operating Instructions

Continued

1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle

Control Knob either way. Stop

when the indicator points to the

cycle and time you want.

Push the Start Button to start

the dryer.

T-

I o stop and restart the dryer

Open the door or turn the Cycle

Control Knob to OFF to stop the

dryer.

Close the door, select a cycle (if

necessary) and push the Start

Button to restart the dryer.

TheREGULAR/HEAVYcycle

Use the Regular/Heavy cycle to dry

heavy and mediumweight cotton and

linen items. The load tumbles without

heat during the last 5 minutes. This

helps make the load easier to handle.

W;ERMANENT PRESS

Use the Permanent Press cycle to dry

permanent press, knits, lightweight

cottons and other synthetic items. The

load tumbles without heat during the

last 10 minutes. This helps keep

wrinkles from setting in and makes the

load easier to handle.

TheAIRcycle

Fire Hazard

Do not dry plastic or rubber

items with heat. Use AIR cycle,

or line dry.

Failure to do so could result in

fire or damaged items.

The dryer does not heat when the

Cycle Control Knob is on AIR. This

cycle can be used to fluff or air dry

bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam

rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers,

etc.

1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the

number in the AIR cycle.

2. Push the Start Button.

NOTE: Repeat steps above if more

time is needed to dry items. 7

AdditionalDryerFeatures

‘/

/ =-

Power supply 240

or 208 volt Power *upply-

120 volt

End-of-cyclesignal

The dryer sounds a signal to let you

know when the cycle is finished. The

signal cannot be turned off and is not

adjustable.

The signal is helpful when you are

drying permanent press, synthetics and

other items that should be taken out as

soon as the dryer stops.

Voltagerequirements

Dryer model LER3422A operates on

household current of 240 or 208 volts.

Dryer models LDR3422A and

LGR3422A operate on household

current of 120 vofts.

NOTE: Electric dryers using 208 or 120

volts require longer drying times.

Optionalaccessories

Call our Consumer Assistance Center

at 1-800-253-l 301 for additional

information on any of the following kits:

Exhaust Deflector Kit (Part No.

346001). moves dryer exhaust to the

side, up or down.

You can mount the dryer above the

compact washer with one of the

following kits:

Electric dryers

Dryer Stand Kit (Part No. 695570).

for permanent installation secured to

the wall.

Stack Rack (Part No. 346721). for

free-standing installation.

Stack Rack (Part No. 3390196,

almond; 3390175, white), to mount

dryer permanently onto the washer.

Dryer Wall Mount Kit (Part No.

345994) a steel bracket secures

dryer to wall and supports the dryer.

NOTE: The wall must be strong

enough to support the dryer’s weight

(not to be used in mobile homes).

Fire and Explosion Hazard

To avoid gas leaks and explosion

hazard use only Dryer Stand Kit

(Part No. 695570) with a gas

dryer.

Gas Dryers

Dryer Stand Kit (Part No. 695570)

for permanent installation secured to

the wall.

CaringForYourDryer

Product and Fabric Damage Hazard

Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose,

damaged, blocked or missing. Dolng so can

cause overheating and damage to both the

dryer and fabrics.

cover

Cleaningthe lint screen

The lint screen is located inside the

dryer drum, on the back wall. Clean it

before each load. A screen blocked

by lint can increase drying time.

1. Open the door and pull the lint

screen straight out.

2. Squeeze body of lint screen lightly

while pulling the cover off. See

illustration.

3. Roll lint off the screen with your

fingers. Do not rinse or wash the

screen to remove lint. Wet lint is

hard to remove.

4. Replace cover on lint screen body.

Push the lint screen firmly back into

place and close the door.

Lintscreenmaintenance

Laundry detergents and fabric

softeners can cause a residue build-up

on the lint screen. A clogged lint

screen can extend drying times. Clean

the lint screen every six months or

more frequently if it becomes clogged

due to a residue build-up. Use the

following method:

1. Wet both sides of lint screen with

hot water.

2. Wet a nylon brush with hot water

and liquid detergent.

3. Scrub lint screen with the brush until

all residue build-up is removed.

4. Rinse with hot water.

5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a

clean towel.

6. Replace cover on body of lint

screen and replace in dryer.

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