Whirlpool LE6098XS User manual

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6098XS

and

Gas Model

LG6099XS

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Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER

TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUllON

LINT SCREEN

‘-_

MODEL

AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

ELECTRONIC

DRYNESS

Remove the Con-

sumer Buy Guide label

before using your

dryer. It will be easier

to remove.

Wipe out the dryer

drum with a damp

cloth to remove dust

from storing or ship-

ping.

Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call with a

question, have this information ready

1. Complete

Model and Serial Numbers

(from the plate located as shown]

Model Number

2. Purchase date from sales slip

Copy this information in these spaces.

Keep this book in the Laundry Information

Serial Number

Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip

and warranty

Purchase Date

Please complete and mail the Owner

Registration Card furnished

with this

product.

Service Company

Telephone Number

Contents

Page

PARTS AND FEATURES 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS. 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 4

Selecting a Cycle and

Starting Your Dryer 4

Automatic Cycles, 6

Timed Drying 6

DRYING TIPS 7

FLUFFAIR Setting 7

TUMBLE PRESS” Setting 7

Electronic DRY-MISER”

Control 7

Gentle Heat.. 7

Drying Times

Mixed Loads : : : : : : : :

End-of-Cycle Signal

Lint Signal

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL..

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Cleaning Dryer Intenor..

Vacation Care

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE

WHIRLPOOL DRYER

WARRANTY

Page8

2 ~,I987 Whirlpool Corporation

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities

NEVER operate the dryer if ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-

it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot). ing on vacation.

it is damaged. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or

parts are missing (i,e. door latch). turn off electrical power before attempting

all panels are not in place. to service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if

. the lint screen is loose damaged or yours is a gas dryer.

missing.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell

gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical

switches.

3. ;;tkeguish any open

4. Immediately call your

gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gas-

oline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

You are personally responsible for making

sure that your dryer...

is properly maintained.

is properly installed and leveled in a well

ventilated room’ on a floor that can sup-

port the weight.

is located in an area where the tempera-

ture is above 45 F (7.2 C].

is connected to the proper outlet and

electrical supply.’

is properly connected to fuel and ex-

haust systems.*

is not installed against drapes or

curtains.’

is used only for jobs normally expected

of home clothes dryers.

is not used by children or anyone unable

to operate it properly.

*See “Installation Instructions” for com-

plete information.

TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRAHEAVY

- Bedspreads,

mattress pads, quilts

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeans, corduroys, work clothes

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton

underwear, diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,

organdies, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS-Shirts, play

clothes, sheets, slacks..

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS-Lingerie,

blouses, dresses

HEAVY

HIGH

AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS

REGULAR MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

PERMIT PRESS

MED

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS MED LOW

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts AUTOMATIC MED LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, PERMANENT

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

blouses, dresses LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT Ex LOW

Gauze, lace, etc. PRESS

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,

stuffedtoys............................

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths............................

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

FLUFF EX LOW

AIR

. Select a CYCLE

Set

. TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

Turn the Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and setting you

want. See page 6 for information on

the cycles.

. Push the START Button

The dryer will start tumbling when you

push the STARTButton.

Ifthe STARTButton is pushed when the

Cycle Control Knob is pointing to an

OFF area, the End-of-Cycle Signal will

sound. Dryer will not start.

The Temperature Selector can be set

on any desrred temperature or any-

where between 2 temperatures.

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 an OFF area when the dryer

not In use. If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle

Control Knob to an OFF area.

The automatic cycles

The automatic cycles allow you

to select the degree of dryness you

prefer for the clothes being dried.

The Cycle Control Knob will not

move until the clothes load is almost

dry, or the COOL-DOWN portion of

the cycle has been reached. After

COOL-DOWN, the knob automatically

moves to an OFF area and tumbling

stops.

weight cotton itenls. The load tum-

bles without heat during the last 5

minutes. This helps make the load

easier to handle.

press, knits and other synihetic fab-

rics. The load tumbles without heat

during the last 10 minutes. This helps

keep wrinkles from setting in and

makes the load easier to handle.

For the first few loads, set the Control

Knob to point to an* in either auto-

matlc 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.

without heat - a cool-down time. This

helps make the load easier to

handle.

Drying tips

The dryer does not heat when the

Control Knob is set on FLUFFAIR. This

setting can be used to fluff bedding,

plastic tablecloths, foam rubber

pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.

Turn the Control Knob to the number

of minutes you want in FLUFFAIR.

2. Push the STARTButton.

TUMBLE PRESS” Setting

The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes

wrinkles from dry clothing such as

items that may have been packed

in a suitcase. closet, or items not

1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’l

PRESS/MED.

3. Push STARTButton.

The load will tumble in heated air

for 15 minutes. The heat shuts off and

the dryer continues to tumble the load

for 5 more minutes.

For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly a

few items at a time. Put them on hang-

ers or fold them as soon as the dryer

stops.

Electronic DRY-MISER”

Control

An electronic sensor determines

the amount of moisture in the

clothes and automatically shuts off

when the proper dryness is reached.

Gentle Heat

The dryer automatically reduces

the heat settings in HEAVY HIGH and

PERM’T PRESSMED cycles, During

the last few minutes of each of

these cycles the dryer temperature

gradually reduces to a lower heat

setting. This helps prevent

overdrying.

Drying times Mixed loads

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.

dryer temperature selection.

See your “Dryer Guide” for more

information.

When drying a load with different

kinds and weights of fabrics, use the

cycle suggested forthe lightest fab-

rics When the dryer stops, remove dry

items and reset the control.

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 per-

manent press, synthetics and other items that

should be taken out as soon as the dryer stops.

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 FIREHAZARD.

Open the lid and pull the lint screen

straight out. ROLL the lint off the screen with

your fingers.

DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.

Push the screen firmly back into place.

Lint removal

Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD. This lint

should be removed at least every 2 to 3 years, or more otten, depending

on dryer usage.

ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

Caring for your 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, 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

Some pretreatment products can

damage dials, consoles and finish.

Do not use these products on or near

your dryer.

Cleaning dryer interior

Garments which contain unstable

dyes, such as denim blue jeans or

brightly colored cotton items, may

discolor the dryer interior. Ifthe

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

thoroughly 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

removed. Tumble a load of rags.

Vacation care

Unplug power cord or turn off

electrical power.

For gas dryers, close gas valve.

0 Clean lint screen.

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