Whirlpool LE886UXW User manual

Use&

Care

Guide

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LARGECAPACITY

AUTOMATICDRYERS

LE886Uxw LG8861xw

Contents

Page

Important Safety lnstructlons ........3

Additional safety instructions

and your responsibilities ................3

Operatlng lnstructlona

Starting your dryer.. ....................... .4

The regular/permanent

press cyde.. ............................... .6

The knits/delicate cycle ................. .6

The fluff air cycle ........................... .7

Using TUMBLE PRESS.. ............. 7

Using damp dry ............................. .8

Additlonal Dryer Feature

Endof-cycle signal ........................ .8

Caring For Your Dryer

Cleaning the lint screen.. ............... .9

Lint screen maintenance ............... .9

Cleaning the dryer.. ...................... 10

Lint removal ................................. 11

If You Need Service Or

Asslstanca ..................................... 13

Whlrlpool Automatic Dryer

Warranty ........................................ 16

0992 Whirlpool timoration

Hyour dryer has a Consumer Buy

Guide label, remove it. lt will be easier

to remove before the dryer is used. To

remove any remaining glue:

. Rub briskly with thumb to make a

ball, then remove.

l Soak area with liquid hand

dishwashing detergent before

removing glue as described above.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing

alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive

cleaners. These can damage the finish.

See ‘Important Safety Instructions’ on

paw 3.

NOTE: Do not remove any permanent

instruction labels inside the dryer.

You should wipe out the dryer drum

with a damp doth before using to

remove dust from storing or shipping.

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool

appliance. Please complete and mail

the Owner Flegistration Card provided

with this product. Then complete the

form bebw. Have this information ready

il you need service or call with a

question.

l Copy model and serial numbers from

label (on the frame behind the door)

and purchase date from sales slip.

. Keep this book, the Dryer Guide and

the sales slip together in a handy

place.

8dBlNumbm

Purdlau Data

8avlcm Company Phone Number

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2 Don’t touch electrical

switches.

3. it;Cf,suish any open

4. lmmebiateiy 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.

The fumes can create a fire

hazard or explosion.

ImportantSafetyhtructions

To reduce the rlsJcof fire, elsctrlcal shock, or

Injury to persons when uslng your dryer, follow

bask prscautlons, lncludlng the followlng:

@Read all Instructions before using l You are responsible for maklng

the dryer. sure that your dryer is installed,

l NEVER dry items cleaned, washed, repaired and has parts replaced by a

soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, qualified person.

gasoline or flammable fluids in the l Use only fabric softeners specifiilly

dryer. The fumes can create a PlRE labeled as not being harmful to the

HALARD or EXPLOSION ALWAYS dryer.

hand launder and air dry fabrics l PIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to

containing these materials. materials can result from:

l NEVER allow children to operate,

play with or crawl inside the dryer. -drying rubber, rubber-like and heat

sensitiie materials with heat.

Close supervision of children is

necessary when the dryer is used -allowing lint build-up inside the

near children. dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning

l DO NOT reach into a dryer if the should be done periodically by a

drum is moving. qualified person.

0Clean lint screen before or after

mWhen discarding an old dryer, each bad.

ALWAYS remove the door to

prevent accidental entrapment. l DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,

l DO NOT install or store dryer where chemicals, etc. pile up around or

it will be exposed to the weather. under the dryer.

l DO NOT tamper with the controls. l Dryer must be electrically grounded.

See the Installation Instructions.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTfONS -

Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities

l NEVER operate the bryer U:

-it is not working right (i.e. noisy,

too hot).

-it is damaged.

-parts are missing (i.e. door latch).

-all panels are not in place.

-the lint screen is loose, damaged

or missing.

-is properly installed and leveled on a

floor that can support the weight in a

well ventilated room.*

-is hated in an area where the

temperature is above 45°F (7%).

- is connected to the proper outlet and

electrical sup&.*

-is properly connected to fuel and

exhaust systems.’

-is not installed against drapes or

curtains.’

l ALWAYS shut off the gas valve

before leaving on vacation if you

have a gas dryer.

l ALWAYS unplug the power supply

cord or turn off electrical power

before attempting to service the

dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if you

have a gas dryer.

l You are responsible for maklng

sure that your dryer:

-is properly maintained.

-is used only for jobs normally

expected d home dothes dryers.

- is not used by anyone unable to

operate it properly.

‘See the Installation Instructions for

complete information.

OperatingInstructions

Startingyourdryer

sure to refer to

the chart below and

the

Dryer Guide for proper sorting, bading

and control setting information before starting your dryer.

NOTE: Do not overdry. Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static ding, and damage

some fabrics.

TYPE Of LOAD SUGGESTED SUGGESTED

CYCLE TIME

Cottone and Ilneno

EXTRA HEAVY-Bedspreads, mattrass

pads,quilts

HEAVYWEIGHT-To%&. jaans. cordumys,

work dottws

MEDIUMWEIGHT~~~~IS. pillowcasas.

cottonunderwear,diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT-Batistas. cwgandies.

lingerie

RegulaVPemVt

Press

RegularIPemVt

Press

ReguWPermY

Press

KnitwlMiie

70-80 minutes

50-60 minutes

40-50 minutes

3040 minutes

Permanent pley synthetka

and blends

HEAVYWEIGHT-Work dorhes.

jackets,

raincoats

MEDIUMWEIGHTShirts. play dothas.

sheets, da&s

LIGHTWEIGHT-Lingerie. blcusas. dresses

RegukwPtarm’t

Press

RegulaSerm’t

Press

KniWDelicate

4050 minutes

3040 minutes

2030 minutes

KdIS

HEAWWEIGHT4ottons. myons, blends,

T-shirts, slacks, shirts

MEDlUMWElGHT-Synthat (pdyester.

aaylic, etc.),dressslacks,skkts.sweaters

LIGHTWEIGHTSynthetics (polyester,

acrylic.etc.)andblends.

lingefie. bbuses.

dresses

RegularIPermY

Press

Knits/Delicate

KniWDeliite

40-50 minutes

3040 minutes

2030 minutes

Delkale fabrh

Sheer curtains

or 3 panels),

gauze, lace. etc.

Knits/Delicate

15-20 minutes

Rubber, plastic,

heaWbenalUve fabrka

FOAM RUBBEFtPillows, bras, stuffed toys

PlASTICShower arrtains. tablecloths

RUBBERBACKED RUGS

OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE.

SHEER NYLON

fluff Air’

Fluff Air’

2030 minutes

40-50 minutes

15-20

minutes

*See page 7.

1. Select a cycle by turning the Cycle

Control Knob either way. Stop

when the indicator on the knob’s

outer ring points to the cycle and

time you want. See pages 6-6 for

further cycle information.

2. Push the Start Button to start

the dryer.

To stop and restart the dryer

l Open the door or turn the Cycle

Control Knob to OFF to stop the

dryer.

l Close the door, select a cycle (il

necessary) and push the Start

Button to restart the dryer.

To change the cycle and/or time,

turn the Cycle Control Knob either way

to point to a new setting.

The Cycle Control Knob should

point to an OFF area when the dryer is

not in use. if the dryer is stopped

before the cycle is finished, turn the

Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.

Operating lnstructlona

Contlnued

TheREGULAR/PERMANENT

PRESScycle

The REGULAR/PERMANENT PRESS

cyde helps provide the special care

that cottons, permanent press and

synthetic fabrics need. The cycle

consists of a timed period of heated

drying and a 10 minute cooldown

period.

During the cool down, the bad

tumbles without heat This helps keep

wrinkles from setting and makes the

bad easier to handle.

NOTE: To help reduce wrinkling,

remove the bad from the dryer as

soon as tumbling stops. This is

important for permanent press, knits

and synthetic fabrics.

TheKNITS/DELICATEcycle

The KNITS/DELICATE cycle helps

provide the special care that delicate

f&ii need. The cyde consists of a

timed period of reduced heat drying

and a 10 minute cool-down period.

During the cool down, the bad

tumbles without heat. This helps keep

wrinkles from setting and makes the

bad easier to handle.

NOTE: To help reduce wrinkling,

remove the bad from the dryer as

soon as tumbling stops. This is

important for permanent press, knits

and synthetic fabrii.

TheFLUFFAIRcycle

Fire Hazard

Do not dry ptsatlc or rubber

ltema with heat. Urn FLUFF AIR

cycle, or line dry. Failure to do so

could result in fin or damaged

Yema

The dryer does not heat when the

Cycle Control Knob is set in FLUFF

AIR. This cycle can be used to fluff or

air dry bedding, plastic tablecbths,

foam rubber pillows, stuffed toys,

sneakers, etc.

1. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the

desired number of minutes you

want in the FLUFF AIR cycle.

2. Push the Start Button.

NOTE: Repeat steps above if more

time is needed to dry items.

UsingTUMBLEPRESS”

The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes

wrinkles from clothing that has been

packed In a suitcase or closet, and

from items not removed from the dryer

at the end of a cycle.

1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on

TUMBLE PRESS in the REGUIAW

PERMANENT PRESS cycle.

2 Push the Start Button.

The load will tumble in heated air for

10 minutes. Then the dryer will tumble

the dothes for 10 more minutes

without heat.

For best results, put only a few

items at a time in this cycle. As soon

as the dryer stops, put the items on

hangers or fold them.

Operating lnstructlona

Contlnued

UsingDAMPDRY

Use this setting to dry damp items that

do not require an entire drying cycle,

or to dry items to damp level. (Two

examples are heavy cottons, such as

jeans, which you do not want to

become stiff, or cotton clothes which

are easier to press when damp.)

1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on

DAMP DRY in the REGULAR/

PERMANENT PRESS cycle.

2 Push the Start Button.

The dryer tumbles the toad with heat

for 20 minutes, then without heat for

10 minutes.

AdditionalDryerFeature

End-of-cyclesignal

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 as the dryer stops.

CaringForYourDryer

Product and Fabrk Damage Hazard

Do not run the dryer wfth the lint ween foose,

damaged, blocked or mlsslng. Doing so can

cause overheatlng and damage to both the

dryer and fabrks.

Cleaningthelintscreen

The lint screen is located under a lid

on top of the dryer. Clean It before

each load. A screen bkked by lint

can increase drying time.

1. Cpen the lid and pull the lint screen

straight out.

2. Roll lint off the screen with your

fingers. Do not rinse or wash the

screen to remove lint. Wet lint is

hard to remove.

3. Push the lint screen firmly back into

place and cbse the ltd.

Lintscreenmaintenance

Laundry detergents and fabric

softeners can cause a residue build-up

on the lint screen. A clogged lint

screen can extend drying times. Clean

the lint screen every six months or

more frequently if it becomes clogged

due to a residue build-up. Use the

following method:

Wet both sides of lint screen with

hot water.

Wet a nybn brush with hot water

and liquid detergent.

Scrub lint screen with the brush

until all residue build-up is re-

moved.

Rinse with hot water.

Thoroughly dry lint screen with a

clean towel and replace in dryer.

Carlng For Your Dryer

Contlnued

Cleaningthedryer

ElectrIcal Shock and

Personal InJury Hazard

l Turn off the elecfrlcal power

before cbanlng the Interbr.

l Make sure the dryer ls cool.

Failure to do so could result In

electrIcal shhockor Injury.

Fire Hazard

l Use non-flammable cleaner.

Failure to do so -Id result in

an expbsbn.

Garments which contain unstable

dyes, such as denim blue jeans or

brightly colored cotton items, may

discolor the dryer interior.

If you want to remove stalns from

dryer drum use one of the folbwlng

methods:

Powdered laundry detergent

1. Make a paste with detergent and

very warm water.

2 Apptypastetoasoftcbthand

scrub area until all excess dye is

removed.

3. Wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.

4. Tumble a bad ol rags to dry.

Llquld non-flammable household

cleaner

1. Apply to stained area

2. Rub with a cloth until all exoess dye

is removed.

3. wipe thoroughly with a damp cloth.

4. Tumble a bad of rags to dry.

To clean dryer etierbr:

Wipe with a soft, damp doth.

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