Whirlpool LER5848EQ4 User manual

PART NO. 3406076

Easy-To-Use

Electric and

Gas Dryers

A Note to You............ 2

Dryer Safety .......... 3-4

Parts and Features ... 5

Checking Your Vent ... 6

Operating Your

Dryer ......................... 8

Caring for Your

Dryer ....................... 13

Troubleshooting ...... 17

Requesting

Assistance

or Service................19

Index ....................... 23

Warranty ................. 24

1-800-253-1301

Call us with questions or comments.

ANOTE TO YOU

Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL®appliance.

Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL appliances are easy to use, save time,

and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed

this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance

properly and safely. Please read it carefully.

Also, complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us

notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Please record your model’s information.

Whenever you call to request service for your appli-

ance, you need to know your complete model number

and serial number. You can find this information on the

model and serial number label (see the diagram in the

“Parts and Features” section for the location of the

label). Also, record the other information shown in the

next column.

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free.

Model Number __________________________________

Serial Number ___________________________________

Purchase Date __________________________________

Dealer Name ____________________________________

Dealer Address __________________________________

Dealer Phone ___________________________________

1-800-253-1301

To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or authorized servicer, to

purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our Web site at

www.WhirlpoolAppliances.com

DRYER SAFETY

WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to

minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal

injury or death.

– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity

of this or any other appliance.

– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

•Do not try to light any appliance.

•Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

•Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.

Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency

or the gas supplier.

continued on next page

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and

obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING.” These words mean:

wDANGER

wWARNING

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the

dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•Read all instructions before using

the dryer.

•Do not dry articles that have been previ-

ously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,

or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning

solvents, other flammable, or explosive

substances as they give off vapors that

could ignite or explode.

•Do not allow children to play on or in

the dryer. Close supervision of children

is necessary when the dryer is used

near children.

•Before the dryer is removed from service

or discarded, remove the door to the

drying compartment.

•Do not reach into the dryer if the drum

is moving.

•Do not install or store the dryer where

it will be exposed to the weather.

•Do not tamper with controls.

– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –

DRYER SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•Do not repair or replace any part of the

dryer or attempt any servicing unless

specifically recommended in this Use and

Care Guide or in published user-repair

instructions that you understand and have

the skills to carry out.

•Do not use fabric softeners or products to

eliminate static unless recommended by

the manufacturer of the fabric softener

or product.

•Do not use heat to dry articles containing

foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-

like materials.

•Clean lint screen before or after each load.

•Keep area around the exhaust opening

and adjacent surrounding areas free from

the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.

•The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent

should be cleaned periodically by qualified

service personnel.

•See Installation Instructions for grounding

requirements.

Off On

Cycle SignalCycle Signal

Pushto Startush to Start

Cool

Down

Cool

Down

Off

Fluff Air

Timed DryingTimed Drying

Electronic

Sensor

Dry

End of Cycle SignalEnd of Cycle Signal

Interior LightInterior Light

5 Cycle • 4 Temperature Cycle Logic5 Cycle • 4 Temperature Cycle Logic

Laundry System

Tumble

Press

Damp

Dry

VeryDry

LessDry

HEAVYNORMAL

WRINKLERESIST

QUICKDRY

DELICATE

Delicate

Knits/ LingerieKnits/ Lingerie

Quick Dry

Wrinkle Resist / P. PressWrinkle Resist / P. Press

NormalNormal

HeavyHeavy

High

1to 2 Items1to 2 Items

Shirts/ BlousesShirts/ Blouses

Cotton/ SheetsCotton / Sheets

Towels/ Work ClothesTowels / Work Clothes

Medium

Low

Fabric / Temp

Off On

Finish GuardFinishGuard

PARTS AND FEATURES

The parts and features of your dryer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts and

features before using your dryer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer to

those pages for more information about the features.

CONTROL PANEL

Towels / Work Clothes

Start button/Cycle

signal selector

(p. 8, 9)

Lint screen

(p. 13)

Cycle control

knob

(pp. 8-10)

Model and

serial number

label

(p. 2)

Dryer drum

(p. 14) Wide-opening

door

Exhaust grill

Fabric/Temp. selector

(pp. 8-10)

FINISH GUARD®

selector

(p. 8)

Other features not shown:

Drying rack (available as an option)

(p. 12)

Drum light

(p. 15)

If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it

will not be covered under the warranty.

NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting

will be paid for by the customer, whether it was a

paid installation or self-installed. For paid installa-

tion, call the company that installed the vent for

adjustment.

1. Do not use plastic vent or flexible metal foil vent.

Use 4-inch heavy metal

or flexible metal vent.

Do not kink or crush

flexible metal vent. It

must be completely

extended to allow

adequate exhaust air

to flow. Check vent

after installation. Refer

to your Installation

Instructions for proper

length requirements of vent.

CHECKING YOUR VENT

Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve maximum drying efficiency and

shorten drying times. Use the minimum recommended installation clearances (found in your

Installation Instructions) to avoid blocking the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Install your

dryer in a well-ventilated room where the temperature is always above 45°F (7°C). Also make sure

that your dryer is leveled. Refer to your Installation Instructions for more information.

VENTING

wWARNING

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent.

Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death or fire.

3. The exhaust vent can be routed up, down, left,

right, or straight out the

back of the dryer. Space

requirements are listed

in your Installation

Instructions.

2. Use a 4-inch exhaust hood. Smaller hoods

increase drying times.

CHECKING YOUR VENT

VENTING (CONT.)

6. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use,

but at least every 2 years,

or when installing your

dryer in a new location.

•Disconnect vent from

the dryer and clean one

section at a time until

you reach the exhaust

hood.

•Use the hose attach-

ment on your vacuum,

or a pole or wire with a

feather duster or rag attached, to clean out lint.

•Be sure the flapper on the outside end of vent

moves freely.

•When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the

Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer

for final product check.

4. Use the straightest path possible when routing

the exhaust vent. Avoid

90° turns, if possible.

Allow room when using

elbows or making turns.

Bend vent gradually to

avoid kinking.

5. Use duct tape to seal all joints. Do not use

screws to secure vent.

Lint may catch on

screws.

wWARNING

Fire Hazard

No washer can completely remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever had any

type of oil on it (including cooking oils).

Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic

must be dried on a clothesline or by using

an Air Cycle.

Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death or fire.

wWARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such

as gasoline, away from dryer.

Do not dry anything that has ever had

anything flammable on it (even after washing).

Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death, explosion, or fire.

4. (OPTIONAL STEP) Your dryer has a

FINISH GUARD®selector that you can set On

or Off. The FINISH GUARD feature protects your

clothes from wrinkling when you do not remove

them from the dryer as soon as it stops.

•The FINISH GUARD feature tumbles the load

without heat every few minutes up to 45 minutes.

•A signal sounds every few minutes when

FINISH GUARD is running. The signal and cycle

stop when you open the dryer door.

5. (OPTIONAL STEP) The Cycle Signal (end of cycle

signal) selector is part of the Start Button. Set the

Cycle Signal selector to On if you want the dryer

to sound a signal when a cycle is finished. The

signal is helpful when you are drying permanent

press, synthetics, and other items that should be

removed from the dryer as soon as it stops.

3. Turn the Cycle Control Knob to the cycle that

corresponds with the

one you chose on the

Fabric/Temp. selector.

OPERATING YOURDRYER

To get the best dryer results possible, you must use your dryer correctly. This section tells you how

to use your dryer properly and efficiently.

STARTING YOUR DRYER

Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a

damp cloth to remove dust from storing and shipping.

If your dryer has a Features Guide, remove it and

place it with this Use and Care Guide.

1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the

door. Do not pack the

dryer; allow space for

clothes to tumble freely.

2. Turn the Fabric/Temp. selector to the recom-

mended setting for the

fabric being dried. (See

the “Cycle description”

section.)

STARTING YOUR DRYER (CONT.)

OPERATING YOUR DRYER

Stopping and restarting your dryer

You can stop your dryer anytime during a cycle.

To stop your dryer:

Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control Knob

to Off.

NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point to an

Off area when the dryer is not in use.

To restart your dryer:

Close the door, select a new cycle and temperature

(if desired), and push the Start Button.

SELECTING THE RIGHT CYCLE AND TEMPERATURE SETTING

The following pages describe the drying cycles

on your dryer. The descriptions include suggested

temperature settings and drying times for various

loads.

Cycle and temperature tips

•Make sure you have selected the correct cycle

and temperature for your load.

•Use the Fluff Air cycle, or line dry rubber, plastic,

delicate, and heat-sensitive fabrics (see the “Fluff

Air cycle” section).

•The last few minutes of all cycles are without

heat to make the load cooler to handle.

Drying tips

•Always follow care label directions when they are

available.

•Always use fabric softener sheets labeled as dryer

safe and follow package instructions carefully.

•Remove the load from the dryer as soon as

tumbling stops to reduce wrinkling. This is

especially important for permanent press, knits,

and synthetic fabrics.

NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when a

cycle ends.

Loading suggestions

The chart below provides some guidelines on various types of drying loads. Load clothes loosely into the

dryer. Do not pack the dryer; allow space for clothes to tumble freely.

Heavy Work Clothes

3 pair pants

3 shirts

4 pair jeans

1 coverall

1 overall

Towels

10 bath towels

10 hand towels

14 wash cloths

1 bath mat

Mixed Load

3 double sheets

4 pillowcases

8 T-shirts

6 pair shorts

2 shirts

2 blouses

8 handkerchiefs

Delicates

3 camisoles

1 quilted robe

4 slips

4 panties

2 bras

2 nighties

1 baby’s dress

6. Push the Start Button.

OPERATING YOUR DRYER

Quick Dry

Wrinkle Resist / P. Press

Normal

Heavy

High

1 to 2 Items

Shirts / Blouses

Cotton / Sheets

Towels / Work Clothes

Medium

Low

Fabric / Temp

Your easy-to-use dryer has a color-coordinated

Cycle Control Knob and Fabric/Temp. selector.

•When using the Automatic cycles, simply choose

the setting on the Cycle Control Knob that

corresponds with the one you choose on the

Fabric/Temp. selector.

•When using Timed Drying, choose High, Medium,

or Low heat with the Fabric/Temp. selector.

NOTE: Dry most loads using the Automatic cycles.

Automatic cycle(s)

Your dryer has five Automatic cycles (Heavy,

Normal, Wrinkle Resist, Quick Dry, and Delicates)

and three corresponding temperature selections.

•All of the Automatic cycles use an Electronic

Sensor Dry control that senses the amount of

moisture in the load. The Automatic cycle(s)

shuts off when the selected dryness is reached.

– If the load is drier than you like, select a setting

close to Less Dry the next time you dry a

similar load.

– If the load is not as dry as you like, complete

drying using the Timed Dry cycle. Select a

setting close to Very Dry the next time you

dry a similar load.

•The Cycle Control Knob will not move until the

load is almost dry. After the cool-down and the

FINISH GUARD®portion of the cycle (if selected),

the Cycle Control Knob automatically turns to an

Off area and tumbling stops.

Timed Drying cycle

Use the Timed Drying cycle to complete drying if

some items are damp after Automatic drying.

Timed Drying is also useful for:

•Heavyweight and bulky items, such as bed-

spreads and work clothes, and large loads that

require a long drying time. Set the Fabric/Temp.

selector to High, and the Cycle Control Knob for

50 to 70 minutes.

•Lightweight items, such as lingerie, blouses, and

knits that require a short drying time. Set the

Fabric/Temp. selector to Low, and the Cycle

Control Knob for 20-30 minutes.

•The Timed Drying cycle also includes a Damp

Dry feature to dry items to a damp level or to dry

items that do not require an entire drying cycle.

Examples are heavy cottons, such as jeans,

which you do not want to become stiff, or cotton

clothes that are easier to press when damp. Set

the Fabric/Temp. selector to High and the Cycle

Control Knob to Damp Dry.

•The Timed Drying cycle also includes the

TUMBLE PRESS®feature, that removes wrinkles

from clothes that have been packed in a suitcase

or closet, or from items not removed from the

dryer at the end of a cycle. As soon as the dryer

stops, fold or put the items on hangers. Set the

Fabric/Temp. selector to Medium and the Cycle

Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.

Fluff Air cycle

Use the unheated Fluff Air cycle for items that

require drying without heat, as described on the

next page.

CYCLE DESCRIPTION

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