Whirlpool LE5805XP User manual

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE5805XP

and

Gas Model

LG5806XP

rowave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room AM Candltloners, Oehum~d~f~ers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers. Refrigerator-Freeze

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY

KNOB I INFORMATION CENTER

-TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUTTON

LINT SCREEN

DRYER DRUM

AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

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.

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call with a

question, have this information ready

Complete Model

Number

1. Comdete Model and Serial Numbers

(from-the plate located as shown]

2. Purchase date from sales slop

Complete Serial Number

Copy this information tn these spaces

Keep this book, your warranty. sales slop

Purchase

Date

and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor-

mation Center on the back of the dryer Service Company and

console

Telephone Number

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

that is required for in-warranty service.

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.

SAFETY FIRST.

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The Automatic Cycles

Timed Drying

DRYINGTIPS

FLUFFAIR Setting

TUMBLE PRESS8Setting

Mixed Loads

Drying Times

End-of-Cycle Signal

Page

Lint Signal

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Cleaning Dryer Interior..

Vacation Care.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE.

1. Before Calling for

Assistance

2. If You Need Assistance

3. You Need Service

4. If You Have a Problem

Page

I I

Your

Responsibilities

Read this “Use and Care Guide”

and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for

important use and safety information.

You are 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 informatlon.

9FOR YOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1. OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-

CAL SWITCHES.

3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN

FLAME.

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL

FOR YOUR SAFETY

.-. -.-..- -.. -

GASOLINE OR OTHER

TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress pad&quilts.

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Towels,

jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC HEAVY

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR HIGH

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton

underwear, diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,

organdies, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC PERMIT

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT PRESS

clothes,sheets,slacks PRESS MED

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie.

blousesdresses

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blend&T-shirtsslacksshirts

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

acrylic, etc.] and blends, lingerie,

blousesdresses

PERM’T PRESS

AUTOMATIC MED

PERMANENT

PRESS KNITS GENTLE

LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC KNITS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT GENTLE

Gauze,lace,etc. _.._ _, PRESS LOW

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths _._..,,._.._...........

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON

TIMED FLUFF

DRYING AIR

I’

Select a

1. Ck’CLE

Turn the Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and set-lng you

want See page 6 for InformatIon on

the cycles

Push the

3. ST.4RT Button

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

The dryer will start tumbling when

you push the START Button

Set TEMPERATl‘RE

SELECTOR

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

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 until 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 DRYING 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 10 minutes of this cycle are

without heat - a cool-down time.

This helps make the load easier to

handle.

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Drying tips

FLUFF AIR

The dryer does not heat when the

Temperature Selector ISset on FLUFF

AIR This setting can be used to fluff

bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam

rubber pillows, stuffed toys. :snea kers,

etc

Turn the Temperature Selector to

FLUFFAIR.

Turn the Control Knob to the num-

ber of minutes you want in the

TIMED DRYING Cycle.

Push the STARTButton.

TUMBLE PRESS ‘(Setting

The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes

wrinkles from dry clothing such as

items that may have been packed

in a suitcase, closet, or items not

removed from the dryer

1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

Set Temperature Selector to HEAVY

HIGH.

3. Push STARTButton.

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.

Mixed loads Drying times

When drying a load with different

kinds and weights of fabrics, use the

cycle suggested for the lightest

fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove

dry items and reset the control.

To reduce wrinkling, take the load

from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.

This is important for permanent press,

knits and synthetic fabrics.

Drying times will vary depending on:

amount of moisture in the clothes.

type and weight of the fabric.

size of the load.

room temperature around the

dryer.

temperature of the wash rinse

water.

amount of lint in the lint screen.

0 dryer temperature selection.

See page 6 in your “Dryer Guide”

for more informatron.

End-of-cycle signal The dryer sounds a signal to let you know

when the cycle ISfinished.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.

Lint signal

Clean lint screen

before each load.

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 on page 9.

Lint screen

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

increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.

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 otten, depending on

dryer usage.

Heater Box

ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by

qualified person.

WARNING:

Avoid electrical shock

hazard - unplug power

supply cord or turn off

electrical power.

Avold Injury or damage-do not

put hands Inside cabinet.

Make sure dryer is cool.

1. Remove back panel (electric]

or lower access panel (gas].

2. Avoid damaging wires,

thermostats, funnel or igniter.

3. Remove lint from shaded area -

see art - with a soft brush or

vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and

re-level dryer.

Remove loose and sharp objects

from pockets and cuffs before drying -

pins, buckles, etc. Close metal

zippers.

Wipe off all spills with a damp, soH

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.

Some pretreatment products can

damage dials, consoles and finish.

Do not use these products on or

near your dryer.

Cleaning dryer interior

WARNING: Before

cleaning interior, unplug

power supply cord, or

turn off electrical power to

avoid electrical shock hazard.

Garments which contain unstable dyes,

such as denim blue jeans or bright-

ly colored cotton items, may discolor

the dryer interior. If the interior

is discolored, clean with one of the

following methods to avoid staining

later load items.

Powdered laundry detergent and

very warm water

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 thor-

oughly with a damp cloth. Tumble

a load of rags. -OR-

liquid spray household cleaner

Spray on stained area. Rub with a

cloth until all excess dye is re-

moved. Tumble a load of rags.

Vacation care

Unplug power cord or turn off elec-

trical power.

For gas dryers, close gas valve.

0 Clean lint screen.

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