Whirlpool LE-7680XM User manual

AUTOMATIC

RYERS

E:lectric Model

L~37680XM

ailid

Gas Model

Li37681XM

:rowave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Cond!tlonets. Oehumldlfwrs, Aulomatlc VI Ishers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers. Refrigerator-Freezer

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

INFORMATION CENTER

TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUTTON

DRYER DRUM

LOADING DOOR Remove the Con-

sumer Buy Guide la-

bel before using

your dryer. It will be

easier to remove.

Wipe out the

dryer drum with a

damp cloth to re-

move dust from stor-

ing or shipping.

Cops,

your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call wtth a

questlon, have this Information ready

Complete Model Nurnber

1. Complete

Model and Serial

Numbers

[from the plate located as shown1

2. Purchase date from sales slip

Complete Serlol Number

Copy this Information In these spaces

Keep this book, your warranty. sales

SIID Purchase Date

and “Dryer Guide“ in the Laundry lnfor-

matlon Center on the back of the

dryer Service Company and

console

Telephone Number

There

no warranty registration to return Proof-of-purchase IS all

that IS required for in-warranty servtce

Contents

Page

PARTSAND FEATURES

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETYFIRST

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Automatic Cycles

Timed Drying

DRYING TIPS

FLUFFAIR Setting

TUMBLE PRESS” Control

Drying Times

Mixed Loads

End-of-Cycle Signal

Lint Signal

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER

Vacation Care

IFYOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE

I. Before Calling for

Assistance

2. If You Need Assistance

If You Need Service

4. If You Have a Problem

c 1984 Whirlpool Corporation

Page

Your

Responsibilities

Read this “Use and Care Guide”

and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for

important use and safety information.

You ore personally responsible for

making sure that your dryer...

is installed by a qualified installer.

is properly maintained.

IS installed in an area protected

from the weather.

is properly installed and leveled in

a well ventilated room* on a floor

that can support the weight.

is located in an area where the tem-

perature is above 45’F (7.2 C).

is connected to the right kind of out-

let, electric supply and grounding.’

is properly connected to fuel and

exhaust systems.’

is used only for jobs normally ex-

pected of home clothes dryers.

is not run where there may be explo-

sive fumes.

is not used by children or anyone

unable to operate it properly.

‘See the “Installation Instructions” for

complete information.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1. OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-

CAL SWITCHES.

3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN

FLAME.

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL

YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STOREOR USE

GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY

OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, HEAVY

mattress pads, quilts. HIGH

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC PFRM’T PRESS

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR MED

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton

underwear. diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes, KNITS GENTLE

organdies, lingerie LOW

PERMA1SENT P-S, SYNTMETICS

AN0 BUNOS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes, PERM’T PRESS

MED

jackets. raincoats AUTOMATIC

MEMUMWElGMT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERM’T PRESS

clothes, sheets, slacks KNITS GENTLE

LIGHTWEDGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, LOW

blouses. dresses

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERM’T PRESS

blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts AoTmATE MED

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

acrylic. etc.) and blends, lingerie, PERm PRESS KNITS GENTLE

blouses,dresses ..,................. LOW

LlGHTWEl@fT AWO DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) MITQAA~ KNITS GENTLE

Gauze,lace,etc. ___.___.............. pFRM7 PRESS LOW

RUBWR, PLAStlC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIME0

FABRICS ol?vlNG

FOAM RUB%R - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys . . 20-30 MINS.

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tObleClOthS . . . .

20-30 MINS.

RUB&ER-BACK&3 RUGS . 40-50 MINS.

OLEFIN, POLVPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON . 15-20 MINS.

FLUFF

AIR

Select a

1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE

SELECTOR

Turn the Control Knob either way to

pornt to the cycle and setting you

want. See page 6 for rnformatron on

the cycles.

Push the

3. START Button

The dryer will start tumbling when

you push the START Button.

Changing a setting

The setting can be changed at any

time by turning the Control Knob to a

new setting.

Turn the Temperature Selector to the

needed drying temperature

To stop and restart

the dryer

To stop the dryer, open the door (or

turn the Control Knob to OFF].

To restart the dryer, close the door,

Select

cycle, if necessary, and push

START.

The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use. 5

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Operating instructions

The automatic cycles

The automatic cycles allow you

to select the degree of dryness you

prefer for the clothes being dried.

The Control Knob moves and stops

several times untrl the load reaches

the dryness setting you selected.

Then the knob automatically moves

to OFF and tumbling stops.

weight cotton items. The load tum-

bles without heat during the last 5

minutes. This helps make the load

easier to handle.

press, knits and other synthetic fab-

rics. The load tumbles without heat

during the last 10 minutes. This helps

keep wrinkles from setting in.

For the first few loads, set the Control

Knob to point to an*in either auto-

matic cycle. When the dryer stops,

feel the dried items.

If items are drier than you like, use

a setting to the right of the*the next

time you dry a similar load.

If items are not.as dry as you like,

use a setting to the left of the*the

next time you dry a similar load.

Timed drying

Use the TIMED DRY Cycle for any

load you want to dry by time. For

example: small loads, large bulky

items, items to be fluffed or dusted

with the FLUFFAIR heat setting.

Turn the Control Knob to the number

of minutes you want - from 10 to 60.

The last 5 minutes of this cycle are

without heat - a cool down time.

This helps make the load easier to

handle.

Drying times

Drying times will vary depending on

amount of moisture in the clothes.

. type and weight of the fabric.

srze of the load.

The dryer does not heat when the

room temperature around the

dryer.

temperature of the wash rinse

water.

Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF

amount of lent in the lint screen

AIR. This setting can be used to fluff

bedding, plastrc tablecloths, foam

dryer temperature selectron.

rubber pillowsstuffed toy&sneakers, See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”

etc. for more information.

1. Turn the Temperature Selector to

FLUFFAIR.

2. Turn the Control Knob to the num-

ber of minutes you want in the

TIMED DRYING Cycle.

3. Push the START Button.

TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting When drying a load with different

1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS,

2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T

PRESS/MED.

3. Push START Button,

The load will tumble in heated air

for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and

the dryer continues to tumble the

load for 10 more minutes.

For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly

a few items at a time. Put them on

hangers or fold them as soon as the

dryer stops.

End-of-cycle signal 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

If you neglect to clean your lint screen, the signal

will sound. The [whistle tone] signal lets you know

the air flow is being restricted. Restricted air flow

reduces drying efficiency.

Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen as

shown below.

Lint screen

Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can

increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.

Open the lid and pull the lint screen

straight out.

WARNING: DO NOT run the

dryer with the lint screen

loose, damaged or missing.

Doing so can cause over-

heating, can damage fabrics and

can be a FIRE HAZARD.

ROLL the lint off the screen

with your fingers.

DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.

Push the screen firmly back into

place.

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Lint removal

Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a fire hazard. This lint

should be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on

dryer usage.

Heat Element

ELECTRIC DRYERS

IL Funnel

L Igniter

” GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

Avoid electrical shock

hazard - unplug power 1. Remove back panel (electric)

supply

cord or turn off or lower access panel (gas).

electrical power. 2. Avoid damaging wires,

thermostats, funnel or igniter.

Avoid injury or damage - do not

put hands inside cabinet. 3. Remove lint from shaded area -

see at-t- with a soft brush or

’ Make sure dryer is cool vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and

re-level dryer.

Caring for your dryer

Remove sharp objects from clothing

before drying - pins, buckles, etc.

Close metal zippers.

Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft

cloth.Spills allowed to remain may

dull or damage the finish.

Never leave wet or damp laundry in

your dryer.

Sharp or heavy objects should

never be put on or in the dryer.

Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.

Non-colorfast items can stain the Some pretreatment products can

drum. Wipe carefully after drying to damage dials, console and finish. Do

make sure there is no dye to be not use these products on or near

transferred to items in the next load. your dryer.

Vacation care

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Unplug power cord or turn

off electrical power.

For gas dryers, close

gas valve. Clean lint screen.

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