Whirlpool LE6685XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6685XP

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LG6686XP

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Parts and features

CYCLECONTROL KNOB

LAUNDRYINFORMATION CENTER

LOADING DOOR

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).

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in these spaces.

Keep this book in the Laundry Information

Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip

and warranty

Please complete and mail the Owner

Registration Card furnished with this

product.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company

Telephone Number

Contents

Page

PARTS AND FEATURES. Page

2 LINTSCREEN.. 9

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. 3 LINT REMOVAL . 9

SAFETY FIRST. 3 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.. 10

SELECTING A CYCLE AND Cleaning Dryer Interior . 10

STARTING YOUR DRYER 4 Vacation Care . 10

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 Changing the Drum Light 11

The Automatic Cycles 6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

Timed Drying 6 ASSISTANCE.. . . . . . 12

DRYING TIPS. . 7

FLUFFAIR Setting . . I. Before Calling for

7 Assistance . . 12

TUMBLE PRESS@Setting . 7 2. If You Need Assistance 13

Drying Times . . . B 3. If You Need Service . 13

Mixed Loads . . . . . . 8 4. If You Have a Problem 13

End-of-Cycle Signal . 8

2 01986 Whirlpool Corporation

Your

Responsibilities

Read this “Use and Care Guide” and

your “Dryer Guide” carefully for impor-

tant 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”CJ.

is connected to the right kind of outlet,

electric supply and grounding?

is properly connected to fuel and ex-

haust systems:

is used only for jobs normally ex-

pected of home clothes dryers

is not run where there may be ex-

plosives fumes.

is not used by children or anyone un-

able to operate it properly

‘See the “Installation Instructions” for

complete information.

TYPE OF LOAD

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRAHEAW - Bedspreads,

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TEMPERATURE

mattress pads, quilts . . .. . . . . . . . HEAW

HEAVYWEIGHTFABRtCS- Towels, HIGH

jeans, corduroys, work clothes . .

MEDIUMWEIGHTCOTTONS- AUTOMATIC

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton REGULAR PERM7PRESS

underwear, diapers . . . MED

LIGHTWEIGHTCOTTONS- Batistes, KNITSGENTLE

organdies, lingerie . . . . . . . LOW

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHTFABRICS- Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats . . . . . . .

MEDIUMWEIGHTFABRICS-Shirts, play

clothes, sheets, slacks. . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHTFABRlCS- Lingerie,

blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PERM’TPRESS

AUTOMATIC MED

PERMANENT

PRESS KNITSGENTLE

LOW

PERMITDDESS

I RS

AUTOMATIC ME,

PERMANENT

PRESS KNITSG ‘-’ -

iENILt

LOW

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT- Cottons, rayons,

blends, T-shirts,slacks, shirts . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHT- Synthetics (polyester,

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie,

blouses, dresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) . . . . . . . . . . .

Gauze, lace, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . .

PLASTIC-Shower curtains,

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

RUBBER-BACKEDRUGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OLEFIN.POLYPROPYLENE.

SHEERNYLON

;;;ir$? KNITSGENTLE

PRESS LOW

TIMED

DRYING

20-30 MINS. FLUFF

20-30 MINS. AIR

40-50 MINS.

15-20 MINS.

Set TEMPERATURE

SELECTOR I :

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 STARTbutton.

If the STARTbutton is pushed when

the control knob is pointing to an OFF

area, the End-of-Cycle Signal will

sound. Dryer will not start.

The Cycle Control Knob sl

lould p

,011

Turn the Temperature Selector to the 1

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 I

START.

nt to OFF when the dryer is not in use. I

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 tumbles

wlthout heat during the last 5 min-

utes. This helps make the load easier

to handle.

Use

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESSto dry

permanent

press, knits and other synthetic fabrics.

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 is set on FLUFF

AIR. This setting can be used to fluff

bedding,plastictablecloths,foam

rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers,

etc.

TUMBLE PRESS” Setting

The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes

wrinkles from dry clothing such as

items that may have been packed

in a suttcase, closet, or items not

removed from the dryer.

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.

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

thedryer 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.

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.

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.

To reduce wrinkllng, take the load

from

dryer as saan as tumbling stops.

This is Important far permanent press,

knits and synthetic fabrics.

room temperature around the dryer.

temperature of the wash rinse water.

amount of lint in the lint screen.

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 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,

I’

Lint screen

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

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 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.

WARNING:

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.

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.

Some pretreatment products can

damage dials, consoles and finish.

Do not use these products on or near

your dryer.

Wipe off ail 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.

Cleaning dryer inter&

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

brightly 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

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 or rags.

Vacation care

Unplug power cord or turn off

electrical power.

For gas dryers, close gas valve.

Clean lint screen.

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