Whirlpool LE7005XP User manual

AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE7005XP

and

Gas Model

LG7006XP

wave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners. Oehumldlllers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers. Refrigerator-Freezers

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL LAUNDRY

KNOB /INFORMATION CENTER

START BUTTON

. -=-d LINT SCREEN

-4,DRYER DRUM

‘C--

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-

mation Center on the back of the dryer

Serwce Comaanv and

console.

Telephone N;mbkr

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 INSTRUCTIONS

The Automatic Cycles

Timed Drying

DRYING TIPS

FLUFFAIR Setting

TUMBLE PRESS@Setting

Drying Times ,

Mixed Loads

End-of-Cycle Signal

Page

Lint Signal .

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

Cleaning Dryer Interior.

Vacation Care.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE.

I. Before Calling for

Assistance

2. If You Need Assistance

3. If You Need Service

4. If You Have a Problem

Page

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 thetem-

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

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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STOREOR USE

GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPORS ANC

LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY

OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

Selecting a cycle

and starting

your dryer

Before starting your dryer, be

sure laundry is sorted and loaded

properly [see your”Dryer Guide”).

Be sure the door is tightly closed.

TYPE OF LOAD SWyGCEf;ED SUGGESTED

TEMPERATURE

COTTONS - LINENS HEAVY

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, HIGH

mattress pods,quilts. .

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,

jeans, corduroys, work clothes

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - A;:ll;Ly;C PERMJE;RESS

Sheets, plllowcoses, cotton

underwear,‘diopers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes, KNITS GENTLE

organdies, lingerie LOW

PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BLENDS -

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,

jackets, raincoats .

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play

clothes,sheets,slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,

blouses.dresses

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

PERMIT PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS

blends,T-shirts, slacks, shirts AUTOMATIC MED

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, PERMANENT

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

LOW

blousesdresses

LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC KNITS GENTLE

Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels]

Gauze, lace,etc. PERrR;FsENT LOW

RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE TIMED

FABRICS DRYING

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows: bras,

stuffed toys 20-30 MINS. FLUFF

PLASTIC - Shower cut-tarns, AIR

tablecloths 20-30 MINS.

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS 40-50 MINS.

._--__._ __ _.._

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON 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 rnformatron on

the cycles.

Push the

3. START Button

The dryer will stari 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.

I 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 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-

rrcs. 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.

9 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 Huffed or dusted with

the FLUFFAIR heat setting.

Turn the Control Knob to the number

of minutes you want - from 10 to 60.

The last 10 minutes of this cycle are

without heat - a cool-down time.

This helps make the load easier fo

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, snea kers.

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 “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.

1. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

2. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T

PRESS/ MED.

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

dryer temperature selection.

See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”

for more information.

End-of-cycle signal -.

Ine aryer 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 as the dryer

stops.

When drying a load with different

kinds and weights of fabrics, use the

cycle suggested forthe lightest fab-

rics. When the dryer stops, remove

dry items and reset the control.

Lint signal

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 ea

increase drying time and may be

Open the lid and pull the lint screen

straight out. ROLL the lint off the &reen

with your fingers.

DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.

Push the screen firmly back rnto

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 often, 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.

ch load. A screen blocked by lint can

a FIRE HAZARD.

Caring for your 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, 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.

Some pretreatment products can

damage dials, consoles and finish.

Do not use these products on or

near your dryer.

Cleaning dryer 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 softcloth 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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