Whirlpool LE6800XP User manual

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6800XP

and

Gas Model

LG68OlXP

wave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room AH Condltloners. Oehumidllwrs, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Relrlgerator-Freezer

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY ’

KNOB / INFORMATION CENTER

\ TURESELECTOR

STARTBUTTON

7, DRYERDRUM

AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

LOADING DOOR

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:

Comolete Model

Number

1. Complete

Model and Serial Numders

[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

Service 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

PARTS AND FEATURES . .

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.

SAFETY FIRST. . .

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER.

OPERATING INSTRUCTlONS

Automatic Cycles . . .

Timed Drying . . . . . .

DRYING TIPS. . . . . . . .

FLUFFAIR Setting . . . . . .

TUMBLEPRESS@Setting . . . .

Drying Times. . . . . .

Mixed Loads . .

End-of-Cycle Signal . .

Page

, :

. x

Lint

Signal

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Vacation Care. .

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE. . . . . . . .

1. Before Calling for

Assistance . .

2. IfYou Need Assistance

3. IfYou Need Service . . .

4. IfYou Have a Problem

Page

. 122

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01984 Whirlpool Corpomtion

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.

I’

FOR YOUR SAFETY.

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1. OPEN WINDOWS. ;

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-

CAL SWITCHES.

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL ;I

3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN 82

FLAME.

YOUR GAS SUPPLIER. j

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STOREOR USE

GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND .I

LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY

OFTHISORANYOTHER

TYPE OF LOAD SWf;;;ED SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURE

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress padsquilts.

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeanscorduroys. work clothes AUTOMATIC

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton

underwear, diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,

organdieslingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT

clothessheetsslacks PRESS

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blouse&dresses

PERMIT

PRESS

HEAVY

HIGH

PERMIT

PRESS

HEAVY

HIGH

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS

blends,T-shirtsslacksshirts PERMANENT HEAVY HIGH

LIGHTWEIGHT -Synthetics (polyester, PRESS KNITS GENTLE

acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, LOW

blousesdresses

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERMANENT

Gauze,lace,etc. __...._._____.._._...... PRESS KNITfziNTLE

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE

FABRICS

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

tablecloths . . .._....... ____

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEERNYLON

TIMED

DRYING

20-30 MINS. FLUFF

AIR

20-30 MINS.

40-50 MINS.

15-20 MINS.

Select a

1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE

SELECTOR

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.

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. 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.

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.

‘I-imeddrying

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, plastic tablecloths, foam

rubber pillows, stuffed toyssneakers.

etc.

1. Turn the Temperature Selector to

FLUFFAIR.

Turn the Control Knob to the num-

ber of minutes you want in the

TIMED DRYING Cycle.

3. Push the STARTButton.

wrinkles from dry clothingsuch as

items that may have been packed

in a suitcase, closet, or items not

removed from the dryer.

I. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T

PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.

2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

3. Push START Button.

The load will tumble in heated air

for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and

the dryer continues to tumble the

load for 10 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

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.

Dryfng times will vary depending 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 lint screen.

dryertemperature 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

permanent press, synthetics and other items

that should be taken out as soon OSthe dryer

stops.

Lint signal

- n/

Clean lint screen before each load. If you

neglect to clean your lint screen, the signal will

sound. The [whistle tone) signal lets you know

the air flow is being restricted. Restncted air flow

reduces drying efficiency

Turn off the dryer and clean the lint screen as

shown on page 9.

Lint screen

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

increase drying time and 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.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.

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 soff brush or

vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and

re-level dryer. 9

Caring for your dryer

Remove sharp objects from clothing

before drying - 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

put on or in the dryer.

Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.

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

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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