Whirlpool LE6685XP User manual

&ti SERIES

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6685XP

and

Gas Model

LG6686XP

Dwave Ovens. Trash Compaclors. Room AM Condltloners, Oehumldlflers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrlgeralor-Freeze

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

\ \--,-LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER

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MODEL

AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

DRYER DRUM

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 Serial Number

Copy this information rn 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

Service Company and

console Telephone Number

There is no warranty regrstratron to return Proof-of-purchase is all

that is required for in-warranty service.

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES..

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.

SAFETY FIRST.

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Automatic Cycles

Timed Drying

DRYING TIPS. :.

FLUFFAIR Setting

TUMBLE PRESS@Setting

Drying Times

Mixed Loads

End-of-Cycle Signal

Page

i CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Cleaning Dryer Interior

Vacation Care

Changing the Drum Light

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE...............

I. Before Calling far

Assistance

2. If You Need Assistance

3. If You Need Service

4. If You Have a Problem

Page

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 jobs 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

,hat can support the weight. complete information

FOR YOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-

CAL 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.

TYPE OF LOAD SUg%f;ED SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURE

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress padsquilts. HEAVY

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeans, corduroys. work clothes AUTOMATIC HIGH

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 PERM’T 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 PERM’T PRESS

blends, T-shirtsslacks. shirts

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester. PERMANENT MED

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

blouses, dresses LOW

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT KNITS GENTLE

Gauze,lace,etc. PRESS LOW

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

FABRICS TIMED

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras, DRYING

stuffed toys 20-30 MINS. FLUFF

PLASTIC - Shower curtains, AIR

tablecloths 20-30 MINS.

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS 40-50 MINS.

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEERNYLON 15-20 MINS.

Select a

I. CYCLE

Turn the Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and seftlng you

want See page 6 for InformatIon on

the cycles

Push the

3. ST.ART Button

The dryer WIII start tumbling when

you push the START Button

Set TEMPERATURE

SELECTOR

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 the door,

select cycle, II necessary, and pus1

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,

feet the dried items.

9 If items are drierthan 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 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.

TUMBLEPRESS" Setting

The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes

wrinkles from dry clothing such as

items that may have been packed

in a suitcase. closet, or items not

removed from the dryer.

The dryer does not heat when the

Temperature Selector ISset on FLUFF

AIR. Thussettina 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.

1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’r

PRESS/ MED.

3. Push the STARTButton. 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

a few items at a time. Put them on

hangers or fold them as soon as the

dryer stops.

Drying times Mixed loads

Dryrng times

will

vary dependrng on

amount of moisture in the clothes

type and weight of the fabrrc

stze of the load

room temperature around the

dryer

temperature of the wash rrnse

water

amount of lent rn the lint 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

To reduce wrinkling, take the load

horn 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

when the cycle ISfintshed The srgnal cannot be

turned off and

not adjustable

The signal

helpful when you are dryrng

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 HA2

Lint removal

Lint can gather inside Ihe dryer and create CIfire hazard.This lint

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

dryer usage.

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ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS

Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

WARNING:

l Avoid

electrical shock

hazard

-unplug power

supply cord or turn off

electrical power.

l Avoid injury or damage-do not

put hands inside cabinet.

l Make sure dryer is cool.

1. Remove back panel (electric)

or lower access panel (gas).

2. Avoid damaging wires,

thermostats, tunnel or igniter.

3. Remove lint from shaded area -

see art - with a sott brush or

vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and

re-level dryer.

Remove all 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 vour dryer.

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

Cleaning dryer interior

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

soff 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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