Whirlpool LE6805XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE6805XP

and

Gas Model

LG6806XP

owave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condllloners, Oehumldtliers, Aulomatlc Washers, Ciothes Dryers, Freezers. Refrlgeralor-Freezers

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY

KNOB , INFORMATION CENTER

TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUTTON

LINT SCREEN

DRYER DRUM

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:

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-

matron 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

Page

PARTS AND FEATURES ........ 2

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. ..... 3

SAFETY FIRST. ................ 3

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER. ...... 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6

The 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 Signal

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Cleaning Dryer Interior.

Vacation Care.

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

Page

. 11

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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STOREOR USE

GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY

OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

FOR YOUR SAFETY.

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1. OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-

CAL SWITCHES.

3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN

FLAME.

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL

YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.

TYPEOF LOAD

COTTONS - LINENS

SlJgW;ED SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURE

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,

mattress padsquilts.

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Towels, PERMIT

jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC PRESS

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR HEAVY

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton HIGH

underwear,diapers .

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,

organdies, lingerie

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes, PERMIT

jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC PRESS

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT HEAVY

clothessheets, slacks PRESS HIGH

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blouse&dresses

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,

blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS

PERMANENT HEAVY HIGH

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester,

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

LOW

blousesdresses

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT

Gauze,lace,etc. . . .._____.__.____._.... PRESS KNIT:zfNTLE

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIMED

FABRICS DRYING

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,

stuffed toys

PLASTIC - Shower curtains,

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

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE.‘&iiii’bi~i&i’ :

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

Turn the Temperature Selector to the

needed drying temperature.

To stop and restart

the dryer

The dryer will start tumbling when

you push the START Button. 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.

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 10to 60.

The last 10 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 con be used to fluff

bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam

rubber pillows, stuffed toys, snea kers,

etc.

1. Turn the Temperature Selector to

FLUFFAIR.

2. Turn the Control Knob to the num-

ber of minutes you wont in the

TIMED DRYING Cycle.

3. Push the STARTButton.

TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting

The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes

wrinkles from dry clothing such as

items that may hove been pocked

in a suitcase. closet, or items not

removed from the dryer.

1. 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

Drying 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.

When drying CIload with different

kinds and weights of fabrics, use the

cycle‘suggested for the lightest fob-

rics. When the dryer stops, remove

dry items and reset the control.

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 ore drying

permanent press, synthetics and other items

that should be taken out as soon as the dryer

stops.

Lint signal fl

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. Restricted 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 lintscreen

straight out. ROLL the lint off the ;creen

with your fingers.

DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.

Push the screen firmly bock into

place.

Lint removal

Lint con 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: 1. Remove back panel (electric]

Avoid electrical shock or lower access panel (gas].

hazard - unplug power 2. Avoid damaging wires,

supply cord or turn off thermostats, funnel or igniter.

electrical power. 3. Remove lint from shaded area -

Avoid injury or damage-do not see art-with a soft brush or

put hands inside cabinet. vacuum cleaner.

Make sure dryer is cool. 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.

Wipe off all spills with a damp, soff

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.

Some pretreatment products can

damage dials, consoles and finish.

Do not use these products on or

near your dryer.

Cleaning d-&er 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.

0 Clean lint screen.

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