Whirlpool LE6605XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

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LE6605XP

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Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY

START BUTTON

LINT SCREEN

DRYER DRUM

NUMBER PLATE

LOADING DOOR

Remove the Con-

sumer Buy Guide IQ-

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. Complete Model and Serial Numbers

(from-the plate located as shown)

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Complete Serial Number

Copy this information in these spaces.

Keep this book, your warranty, sales

slip Purchase Date

and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor-

mation Center on the back of the dryer

Serwce 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

Page

PARTS AND FEATURES.. 2

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.. 3

SAFETY FIRST 3

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER 4

The Automatic Cycles 6

Timed Drying . 6

DRYING TIPS. . . . 7

FLUFFAIR Setting 7

TUMBLE PRESS” Setting 7

Mixed Loads 8

Drying Times , . . . . . . . . . . . 8

End-of-Cycle Signal 8

Page

LINT SCREEN. 9

LINT REMOVAL. 9

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER 10

Cleaning Dryer Interior 10

Vacation Care 10

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE. 11

1. Before Calling for

Assistance . . . 11

2. If You Need Assistance 11

3. If You Need Service 11

4. If You Have a Problem . . 11

2 01985 Whirlpool Corporation

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 information.

OPEN WINDOWS.

DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI- :

CAL

SWITCHES.

EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN ;

FLAME. $

IMMEDIATELY CALL :

YOUR GAS SUPPLIER. i

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE OR USE

‘; GASOLINE OR OTHER :

; FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND!

: LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY i

~OFTHlSORAbiYOTHER :

i APPLIANCE.

Selecting a cycle

and starting

your dryer

Before starting your dryer, be

sure laundry is sorted and loaded

properly (see your”Dryer Guide”).

Be sure the door is tightly closed.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress padsquilts.

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeanscorduroys, 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 PERM’I

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT PRESS

clothessheets. slacks PRESS MED

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blousesdresses y.

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERM’T PRESS

blends, T-shirtsslacks. shirts AUTOMATIC MEb

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, PERMANENT

PRESS KNITS GENTLE

acrylic. etc.) and blends, lingerie, LOW

blousesdresses

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DEL&ATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERMANENT

Gauze,lace,etc. . ..___.._.__..._........ PRESS

KNITS

GENTLE

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

Set TEMPERATL’RE

Select a

1. CYCLE

SELECTOR

Turn the Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and setttng you

want See page 6 for lnformatlon on

the cycles

Push the

3. START Button

The dryer WIII start tumbling when

you push the START Button

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 Ihe door.

select cycle. if necessary, and push

START

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

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.

Use

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESSto dry

permanent

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 5 minutes of this cycle are

without heat - a cool-down time. This

helps make the load easier to

handle.

Drying tips

The dryer does not heat when the

Temperature Selector

set on FLUFF

AIR This setting can be used to fluff

beddlng. plastic tablecloths, foam

rubber pillows. stuffed toys, sneakers,

etc

1. Turn Temperature Selector to

FLUFFAIR.

2. Turn Control Knob to the number

of minutes you want in the TIMED

DRYING CYCLE.

3. Push STARTButton.

TUMBLEPRESS@

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.

2. Set Temperature Selector to

PERM’T PRESS/ MED.

3. Push START Button.

The load will tumble in heated air

for IO minutes. The heat shuts off ond

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

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:

0 amount of morsture in the clothes.

0 type and weight of the fabric.

size of the load.

0 room temperature around the

dryer.

temperature of the wash rinse

water.

0 amount of lint in the lint screen.

0 dryer temperature selection.

See page 6 in your “Dryer Guide”

for more information.

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

when the cycle ISfrnished. 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 screen

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

nd may be a FIRE HAZARD.

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.Thislint

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

dryer usage.

Heat Element

ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

WARNING:

Avold electrical shock

hazard - unplug power

supply cord or turn off

electrical p&tier.

Avold injury or damage -do not

put hands inside cabinet.

Make sure dryer is cool.

Remove back panel (electric)

or lower access panel (gas].

Avoid damaging wires,

thermostats, funnel or igniter.

Remove lint from shaded area -

see art-with a soft brush or

vacuum cleaner.

Replace panel; reconnect and

re-level dryer.

Remove loose and sharp objects Some pretreatment products can

from

DOCketS

and cuffs before dryina - damaae dials, consoles and finish.

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.

Do not%se 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.

Clean lint screen,

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