Whirlpool LE6150XS User manual

Use&CareGuide

Cycle control knob

and temDerature

Start button

Lint screen

Dryer drum

ading door

Drum light

(not shown)

CUSTOMIZEDSERIES

LARGECAPACITYAUTOMATICDRYERS

LE6150XSLG6151XS

Contents

Page

important Safety instructions .................... .3

Additional safety instructions and your

responsibilities ............................................. 3

Operating Instructions

Stating your dryer ....................................... 4

The automatic cycles .................................. 6

Timed drying ............................................... 7

Using TUMBLE PRESS@

............................. 7

Using damp dry ........................................... 7

Additional Dryer Features

Gentle heat system .....................................

End-of-cycle signal ...................................... :

Lint signal .................................................... 8

Caring For Your Dryer

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

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

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

Lint removal .............................................. i:

Changing the drum light ............................ 13

For Visually And Physically impaired

Consumers ................................................. 13

if You Need Service Or Assistance ..........14

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 alco-

hol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners.

These can damage the finish. See ‘Important

Safety Instructions” on page 3.

NOTE: Do not remove any permanent instruc-

tion 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

mailthe

Owner Regis-

tration Card provided with this product. Then

complete the form below. Have this informa-

tion ready if you need service or call with a

question.

aCopy 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

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

FOR YOUR SAFETY

if you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical switches.

3. Extinguish any open flame.

4. immediately call your gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

The fumes can create a fire hazard or

explosion.

ImportantSafetyInstructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when

using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Read ail instructions before using the

DO NOT tamper with the controls.

dryer.

You are responsible for making sure

NEVER dry items cleaned, washed, that your dryer is installed, repaired and

soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, has parts replaced by a qualified person.

gasoline or flammable fluids in the dryer.

Use only fabric softeners specifically

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

or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand launder

FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to materi-

and air dry fabrics containing these als can result from:

materials.

NEVER allow children to operate, play - drying rubber, rubber-like and heat

sensitive materials with heat.

with or crawl inside the dryer. Close

supervision of children is necessary when

the dryer is used near children.

DO NOT reach into a dryer if the drum is

moving.

- allowing lint build-up inside the dryer or

exhaust system. Cleaning should be

done periodically by a qualified person.

Clean lint screen before or after each

load.

When discarding an old dryer, ALWAYS

remove the door to prevent accidental

DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemi-

entrapment. cals, etc. pile up around or under the

DO NOT install or store dryer where it will dryer.

be exposed to the weather.

Dryer must be electrically grounded. See

the Installation Instructions.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTiONS -

Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities

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.

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 attempt-

ing to service the dryer. Shut off GAS

VALVE if you have a gas dryer.

- 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 tem-

perature is above 45°F (7°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 cur-

tains.’

- is used only for jobs normally expected

of home clothes dryers.

- is not used by anyone unable to oper-

ate it properly.

You are responsible for making sure

that your dryer:

- is properly maintained. *See the Installation Instructions for

complete information. 3

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 damage some fabrics.

SUGGESTED

TYFEOFLOAD CYCLE

cottonsand-

MTRAHEAVY-Be&qw&~

pads, quik

HEAVYWElGHT-Twtek, jems, corduroys,

vmkcbthes

MEDIUMWE~GHT-S~~~~S,pilm

amflunderwear,diapers

LIGHTWElGHT-Wstes, ogand%, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS

-msyrrthetics

andtlienb

HEAVYWElGHT-Workcbti,m, raimats PERMANENT PRESS

MEDIlJMWElGHTShirts, playdothes, sheets, slacks PERMANENT PRESS

LIGHTWEIGHT-UngerIe,blouses,dresses KNITS

Knits

HEAWWElGHT4%ons,rayum,bIends,

T&iris, siack, shirts

MEDIUMWElGHT+mthetics (@yes&r, acrylii, etc.),

dress slacb, skirts,sveaters

LIGHTWE~GHT+IUX%CS @Iyear, aaylii etc.) and

blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses

KNITS

Daatefebrics

sheer curtains (2 of 3 pimels), gauze, laaz, etc. KNITS

Fire Hazard

Drying rubber, plastic and other heat-sensitive materials with heat can

damage them or be a FIRE HAZARD.

Rubber,plastic,heaEeensitivefabrics

FOAMRU3EER+ilbv~,bras,stuffed~

PLAmGmwaartains,tabledoths

RUBBER-SACKED RUGS

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON

Line Dry

(See Dryer Guide)

1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle Control

Knob either way. Stop when the indicator

on the knob’s outer ring points to the cycle

and setting you want. See pages 6-7 for

further cycle information.

2. Push the Start Button to start

the dryer.

To stop and restart the dryer

Open the door or turn the Cyde 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.

To change the cycle and/or time, turn the

Cycle Control Knob either way to point to a

new setting.

The Cycle Control Knob should point to an

OFF area when the dryer is not in use. If the

dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished,

turn the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.

Operating instructions

Continued

Theautomaticcycles

The automatic cycles allow you to select the

degree of dryness you prefer for the dothes

being dried.

The automatic DRY-MISER@control is a

thermostat that senses the dryer air tempera-

ture. The dryer automatically shuts off when

the selected dryness is reached.

The Cycle Control Knob will not move until

the clothes load is almost dry, or the cool-

down portion of the cyde has been reached.

After the cool-down portion is complete, the

Cyde Control Knob automatically moves to an

OFF area and tumbling stops.

Use KNITS to dry knitted items and light-

weight delicate fabrics. The load tumbles

without heat during the last 5 minutes. This

helps make the load easier to handle.

For the first few loads, set the Cyde Control

Knob to point to the +in either automatic cycle.

When the dryer stops, feel the dried items.

If items are drier than you like, use a setting

to the right of the t 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.

NOTE: Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static

cling and damage to some fabrics.

TIMEDDRYING

Use the TIMED DRYING cycle for any load

you want to dry by time. This cycle is designed

for small loads, large bulky items or items to

be fluffed or dusted.

Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the number

of minutes you want from 10 to 70. The last

5 minutes of this cycle are without heat to help

make the load easier to handle.

UsingTUMBLEPRESS@

The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes

wrinkles from dothing that has been packed in

a suitcase or closet, and from items not re-

moved from the dryer at the end of a cycle.

1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on TUMBLE

PRESS.

2. Push the Start Button.

The load will tumble in heated air for 10 min-

utes. Then the dryer will tumble

theclothes

for

10 more minutes without heat.

For best results, put only a few items 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 cyde, or to dry items

to damp level. (Two examples are heavy

cottons, such as jeans, which you do not want

to become stiff, or cotton clothes which are

easier to press when damp.)

l.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.

AdditionalDryerFeatures

GentleHeat

system

For better fabric care, the Gentle Heat system

helps prevent overdrying. Drying tempera-

tures are automatically reduced to a lower

heat setting during the last few minutes of

drying.

Gentle Heat is followed by a cool-down

period in all cycles to make your clothes

easier to handle.

‘5

=--

’ \’

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.

Lintsignal

Clean the lint screen before each load. A

signal will sound if you neglect to dean your

lint screen. The signal (a whistle tone) lets you

know the airflow is restricted. Restricted air-

flow reduces drying efficiency.

Turn off the dryer and dean the lint screen

as shown on page 9.

CaringForYourDryer

Product and Fabric Damage Hazard

Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked or

missing. Doing so can cause overheating and damage to both the

dryer and fabrics.

Cleaningthelintscreen

The lint screen is located under a lid on top of

the dryer. Clean it before each load. A

screen blocked by lint can increase drying

time.

1. 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 dose the lid.

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.

5Thoroughiy dry lint screen with a clean

towel and replace in dryer.

Caring

For Your Dryer

Continued

Cleaningthedryer

Electrical Shock and

Personal injury Hazard

l Tum off the electrical power before

cleaning the interior.

@Makesure the dryer is cool.

Failure to do so could result in electrical

shock or injury.Fire Hazard

4se 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.

To remove stains from dryer drum use one

of the following methods:

Powdered laundry detergent

1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm

water.

2. Apply paste to a soft doth and scrub area

until all excess dye is removed.

3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp doth.

4.Tumble a load of rags to dry.

Liquid non-flammable household cleaner

1.Apply to stained area.

2. Rub with a cloth until all excess dye is

removed.

3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp doth.

4. Tumble a load of rags to dry.

To clean dryer exterior:

Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.

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