Whirlpool LE6660XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6660XP

and

Gas Model

LG6661XP

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Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

-- LAUNDRY

INFORMATION CENTER

‘\

-Lv START BUTTON

-/, LINT SCREEN

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. Complete Model and Serial Numbers

(from the plate located as shown].

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Complete Sertal 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

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 6

Automatic Cycles . . . . 6

Timed Drying 6

DRYING TIPS . . 7

FLUFFAIR Setting . . 7

TUMBLE PRESS@Setting 7

Drying Times . 8

Mixed Loads . . . . . . . . 8

End-of-Cycle Signal 8

LINT SCREEN.

LINT REMOVAL.

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Vacation Care

Changing the Drum Light

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE. . . . . . .

1. Before Calling for

Assistance . . . . . . . . . .

2. If You Need Assistance

3. If You Need Service . . . .

4. If You Have a Problem

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

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 fobs normally ex-

pected of home clothes dryers.

is not run where there may beexplo-

sive fumes.

is not used by children or anyone

unable to operate it properly.

‘See the “Installation Instructions” for

that can support the weight.

. FOR YOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-

CAL SWITCHES.

3. ;;T&dFUlSH ANY OPEN

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL

YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.

9FOR YOUR SAFETY.

DO NOT STOREOR USE

GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY

OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

TYPE OF LOAD

COllONS - LINENS

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress pads, quilts. HEAVY

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels. HIGH

jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton PERM’T PRESS

underwear, diapers MED

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes.

organdies, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes, AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS

jackets. raincoats _, _. PERMANENT MED

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PRESS

clothes, sheets, slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, KNITS GENTLE

blouses, dresses , LOW

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS

blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts PERMANENT MED

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

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

blouses, dresses LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] ;;;;F;$ KNITS GENTLE

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

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIMED

FABRICS DRYING

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths .._.._.. _.._ .._ .

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEERNYLON

20-30 MINS. FLUFF

AIR

20-30 MINS.

40-50 MtNS.

15-20 MINS.

Select a

1. CYCLE

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

3. START Button

The dryer will start tumbling when

you push the START Button.

The Cycle Contl ,ol Knob should poinl

Set TEMPERATURE

SELECTOR

Turn

the Temoerature Selector tn +ha

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 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,

Operating instructions

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.

Timeddrying

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 Yqu 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 is set on FLUFF

AIR. This setting can be used to fluff

bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam

rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers,

etc.

1. Turn the Temperature Selector to

FLUFFAIR.

2. Turn the Control Knob to the num-

ber of minutes you want in the

TIMED DRYING Cycle.

3. Push the STARTButton.

TUMBLE PRESS@

Settingl

The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes

wrinkles from dry clothing such as

items that may have been packed

1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T

PRESS/ MED.

3. Push STARTButton.

The load will tumble in heated air

for 10 minutes. The heat shuts off and

the dryer continues to tumble the

load for 5 more minutes.

For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly

, .. 1 >.~~ - *.L ~~. -

in a suitcase, closet, or items not

removed from the dryer.

a rew trems or a rime. rur rnem on

hangers or fold them as soon as the

dryer stops.

Drying times Mixed loads

Drying times will vary dependtng 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 lent screen.

dryer temperature selection.

See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”

for more information.

When drying a load with different

kinds and weights of fabrics, use the

cycle suggested for the lightest fab-

rics. When the dryer stops, remove

dry

items and reset the control.

reduce

wrinkling, take the load

from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.

This is important for permanent press,

knits and synthetic fabrics.

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

wnen the cycle ISfrnrshed. 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

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.

ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

Avoid electrical shock

hazard - unplug power

supply cord or turn off

electrical power.

’ Avoid injury or damage - do not

put hands inside cabinet.

Make sure dryer is cool.

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.

Caring for your dryer

Remove sharp objects from clothing

before drying - pins, buckles, etc.

Close metal zippers.

Wipe off ail spills with a damp, soft

cloth.Spills allowed to remain may

dull or damage the finish.

Non-colorfast items can stain the

drum. Wipe carefully after drying to

make sure there is no dye to be

transferred to items in the next load.

Vacation care

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, console and finish. Do

not use these products on or near

your dryer.

Unplug power cord or For gas dryers, close Clean lint screen.

turn off electrical power. gas valve.

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