Whirlpool LE5550XT User manual

Use&CareGuide

Cycle control knob

and temperature

Model and serial

LARGECAPACITY

AUTOMATICDRYERS

LE5550XT LG5551XT

Contents

Page

Important Safety lnstructlons

Additional

safety

instructions

and your responsibilities ............... .3

Operatlng lnstructlons

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

The regular/permanent

press cyde.. ............................... .6

The knits, delicate cycle ................ .6

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

Using TUMBLE PRESSa.. ............. 8

Using damp dry ............................. .8

Endofcycle signal ........................ .8

Carlng For Your Dryer

Cleaning the lint screen.. ............... .9

Lint screen maintenance ............... .9

Cleaning the dryer interior..

.......... 10

Lint removal

................................. 11

If You Need Servke Or

Assistance .................................... .l3

Whlrlpool Automatic Dryer

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

(al991 Whirlpool Corporation

lt your dryer has a Consumer Buy

Guide label, remove it. ft 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

page 3.

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

if you need service or call with a

question.

Copy model and serial numbers from

plate (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

serfal Number

Purchase

Date

Servlce Company Phone Number

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrlcal

switches.

3. ;zlnegulsh any open

4. Immediately call your gas

suppller.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline

or other flammable vapors

and llqulds In the vlclnlty of

thls or any other appliance.

The fumes can create a fire

hazard or exploslon.

ImportantSafetyInstructions

To reduce the rlsk of fire, electrlcal shock, or

Injury to persons when uslng your dryer, follow

bask precautions, lncludlng the followlng:

l Read all lnstructlons before uslng 9You are responsible for making

the dryer. sure that your dryer

is installed,

l 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

l FIRE HAZARD

and

DAMAGE

containing these materials. materials can result from:

bNEVER

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

l 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 bad.

ALWAYS

remove the door to

prevent accidental entrapment.

l DO 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 -

Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities

l NEVER

operate the dryer if:

- II 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.

l ALWAYS

shut off the gas valve

before leaving on vacation if you

have a gas dryer.

l 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.

l You are responslble for making

sure that your dryer:

-is properly maintained.

-is properly installed and leveled on a

floor that can support the weight in

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

curtains.’

-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 ding, and damage

some fabrics.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

TYPE OF LOAD

CYCLE TIME

Cottons and Ilnsns

EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads, mattress

RegularIPermY 70-80 minutes

pads, quilts Press

HEAVYWEIGHT-Towels, jeans, axduroys.

RegularIPermY 50-80 minutes

wok dothes Press

MEDIUMWEIGHTSheets, pillowcases,

RegularIPermT 40-50 minutes

cdton underwear, diapers Press

LIGHTWEIGHT-Batistes. organdies,

RegulanPerm’t 30-40 minutes

lingerie Press

Permanent press, synthetics

and blends

HEAVYWEIGHT-Work dothes. jadtets,

RegularIPermY 40-50 minutes

raincoats

Press

MEDIUMWEIGHTShirts. play dothes,

RegularIF’erm’t 30-40 minutes

sheets, slacks Press

LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie, blouses, dresses

Knits, Delicate 20-30 minutes

Knits

HEAVYWEIGHT-Cottons, rayons, blends,

‘RegularIPerm’t 40-50 minutes

T-shirts, slacks. shirts Press

MEDlUMWElGHTSynthetic (polyester,

Knits, Delicate 3040 minutes

aaylic,

etc.), dress sladts, skirts. sweaters

LIGHTWEIGHTSynthetic (polyester,

Knits, Delicate 20-30 minutes

aaylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses,

dresses

Dslkate fabrlca

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels)

gauze, lace, etc. Knits, Delicate 15-20 minutes

Rubber, plastic,

heat-aensltlve fabrlca

FOAM RUBBER-Pillows, bras, stuffed toys

PLASTIC-Shower curtains, tablecloths

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE,

SHEER NYLON

Fluff Air

20-30 minutes

40-50 minutes

15-20 minutes

2. Push

the

Start Button to start

3. To atop and restart the dryer:

wn the door or turn th& 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.

Operating lnstructlons

Continued

TheREGULAR/PERMANENT

PRESScycle

The REGULAFVPERMANENT PRESS

Cycle

helps provide the special

care

that cottons, permanent press and

synthetic fabrics need. The cycle

consists of a timed period of heated

drying and a 10 minute cool down

period. During the cool down, the bad

tumbles without heat. This helps keep

wrinkles from setting and makes the

bad easier to handle.

NOTE: To help reduce wrinkling,

remove the bad from the dryer as

soon as tumbling stops. This is

important for permanent press, knits

and synthetic fabrics.

TheKNITS,DELICATEcycle

The KNITS, DELICATE

Cycle helps

provide the special care that delicate

fabrics need. The cycle consists of a

timed period of reduced heat drying

and

10 minute cool down period.

During the cool down, the bad tumbles

virihout heat. This helps keep wrinkles

from setting

and makes the bad easier

to handle.

NOTE: To help reduce wrinkling,

remove the bad from the dryer as

soon as tumbling stops. This is

important for permanent press, knits

and synthetic fabrics.

TheFLUFFAIRcycle

I Flre Hazard

Do not dry plastic or rubber

items wlth heat. Use FLUFF AIR

cycle, or line dry. Failure to do so

could result In flre or damaged

i items.

The dryer does not heat when the

Cycle Control Knob is on FLUFF 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

desired number of minutes you

want in the FLUFF AIR Cycle.

2. Push the Start Button.

Operating lnstructlons

Continued

‘5

/ =-

UsingTUMBLEPRESS”

The TUMBLE PRESS

setting removes

wrinkles from clothing that has been

packed in a suitcase or closet, and

from items not removed from the dryer

al the end of a cycle.

Set the Cycle Control Knob on

TUMBLE PRESS.

2. Push the Start Button.

The bad will tumble in heated air for

10 minutes. Then the dryer will tumble

the clothes for 10 more minutes

without heat.

For best results, put only a few

ifems at a time in this cycle. As soon

as the dryer stops, put the items on

hangers or fold them.

UsingDAMPDRY

Use this setting to dry damp items that

do not require an entire drying cycle,

or to dry items to damp level. (Two

examples are heavy cottons, such as

ieans, which you do not want to

become stiff, or cctton clothes which

are easier to press when damp.)

Set the Cycle Control Knob on

DAMP DRY.

2. Push the Start Button.

The dryer tumbles the load with heat

for 20 minutes, then without heat for

10 minutes.

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, synthetic and

other items that should be taken out as

soon as the dryer stops.

CaringForYourDryer

Do not run the dryer wlth the lint ecreen loose,

damaged, blocked or mleslng. Dolng so can

cause overheatlng and damage to both the

dryer and fabrics.

Cleaningthe lint screen

The lint screen is located under a lid

top

of the dryer.

Clean It before

each load.

A screen blocked by lint

can increase drying time.

Open the lid and pull the lint screen

straight out.

2. Roll lint off the screen with your

fingers. Do not rinse or wash the

screen to remove lint. Wet lint is

hard to remove.

3. Push the lint screen firmly back into

place and close the lid.

Lirit ScreenMaintenance

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 re-

moved.

4. Rinse with hot water.

5. Thoroughly

dry lint screen with a

clean towel and replace in dryer.

Carlng For Your Dryer

Contlnued

cleaningtne aryer interior

Electrlcal Shock and

Personal Injury Hazard

l Turn off the electrlcal power

before cleaning the Interior.

l Make sure the dryer Is cool.

Failure to do so could result In

electrlcal shock or Injury.

Flre Hazard

l Use non-flammable cleaner.

Failure to do so could result In an

explosion.

Garments which contain unstable dyes,

such as denim blue jeans or brightly

colored cotton items, may discolor the

dryer interior. If the interior is discol-

ored, clean with one of the following

methods to avoid staining later load

items.

Powdered laundry detergent

Make a paste with detergent and very

warm water. Apply paste to

a soft

cloth

and scrub area until all excess dye is

removed. Wipe thoroughly with a damp

cloth. Tumble a bad of rags to dry.

-OR-

Llquld non-flammable household

cleaner

Apply to stained area. Rub with a cloth

until all excess dye is removed. Tumble

a load of rags to dry.

To clean dryer exterior, wipe with a

soft, damp cloth.

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