Whirlpool LG493lXT User manual

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Use&

Care’Guide

Cycle control knob

Start button

Model and serial

number plate

Access door

ELECTRICANDGAS

COMPACTAUTDMATICDFWERS

LE4900XT,LE4930)CT,LG493lXT

Contents

Page

Important Safety

Instructions.. , 3

Additional safety instructions

and your responsibilities 3

Operating Instructions

Starting your dryer 4-5

End-of-cycle signal . 6

Drying Tips . 6

Caring for Your Dryer

Cleaning the lint screen 7

Cleaning the dryer interior . 7-8

Lint removal . 8

Optional accessories 9

If You Need Service or

Assistance. .

1O-l 1

Whirlpool Warranty , 12

01988 Whirlpool Corporation

Remove the Consumer Buy Guide

label. It will be easier to remove before

the dryer is used. To remove any re-

maining glue:

Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,

then remove.

Soak area with liquid hand dishwash-

ing detergent before removing glue as

described above.

Do not use rubbing alcohol or flam-

mable or toxic solvents, such as

acetone, gasoline, carbon tetrachloride,

etc. These can damage the finish.

NOTE:

Do not remove any permanent

instruction labels inside the dryer.

You should wipe out the dryer drum

with a damp cloth before using to re-

move dust from storing or shipping.

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool

appliance. Please complete and mail

the Owner Registration Card provided

with this product. Then complete the

form below. Have this information ready

if you need service or call with a

question.

Copy model and serial numbers

from plate (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.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Open windows.

2. Don’t touch electrical

switches.

3. f$lleguish any open

4. Immediately call your

gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gas-

oline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any

other appliance. The

fumes can create a fire

hazard or explosion.

ImportantSafetyInstructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or

injury to persons when using your dryer, follow

basic precautions, including the following:

l Read these laundry instruc-

tions

for Important use and

safety information before

using your dryer.

l NEVER

dry items cleaned,

washed, soaked in or spotted with

wax, paint, gasoline or flammable

fluids in the dryer. The fumes can

create a

FIRE HAZARD

EXPLOSION. ALWAYS

hand

launder and air dry fabrics contain-

ing these materials.

l NEVER

allow children to operate,

play withor crawl inside the dryer.

Close supervision of children is

necessary when the dryer is used

near children.

l DO NOT

reach into a dryer if the

drum is moving.

When discarding an old dryer,

ALWAYS

remove the door to

prevent accidental entrapment.

DO NOT install or store dryer

where it will be exposed to the

weather.

l DO NOT

tamper with the controls.

0 You are personally responsi-

ble for making sure that your

dryer is installed, repaired and

parts replaced by a qualified

person.

Use only fabric softeners specifi-

tally labeled as not being harmful

to the dryer.

l FIRE HAZARD

and

DAMAGE

materials can result from:

-drying rubber, rubber-like and

heat sensitive materials with heat.

-allowing lint build-up inside the

dryer or exhaust system. Clean-

ing should be done periodically

by a qualified person.

Clean lint screen before or after

each load.

DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags,

chemicals, etc. pile up around or

under the dryer.

Dryer must be electrically

grounded. See the Installation

Instructions.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Additionalsafetyinstructionsandyourresponsibilities

l NEVER

operate the dryer if:

-the lint screen is loose, damaged

or missing.

-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.

ALWAYS shut off the gas valve

before leaving on vacation if you have

a gas dryer.

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.

0 You are personally responsi-

ble for making sure that your

dryer:

temperature is above 45°F (7.2%).

- is properly maintained.*

- is connected to the proper outlet

and electrical supply.*

-is properly connected to fuel and

- is properly installed and leveled

exhaust systems.’

- is not installed against drapes or

on a floor that can support the

curtains.*

weight in a well ventilated room.*

- is located in an area where the

- is used only for jobs normally

expected of home clothes dryers.

- is not used by anyone unable to

operate it properly.

‘See the Installation Instructions for

complete information. 3

OperatingInstructions

Startingyourdryer

Be sure to refer lo the chart below and the Dryer Guide for proper sorting, loading

and control setting information before starting it.

TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED CYCLE

Cottons and linens REGULAR HEAVY

HEAVYWEIGHT - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts, etc.

MEDIUMWEIGHT AND LIGHTWEIGHT- Shirts, dresses, sheets,

diapers, towels, work clothes, etc.

Permanent press

HEAVYWEIGHT - Work clothes, jackets, raincoats, etc.

MEDIUMWEIGHT - Shirts, uniforms, dresses, slacks, etc.

PERMANENT PRESS

Knits

HEAVYWEIGHT- Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts, slacks,

shirts, etc.

PERMANENT PRESS

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) and blends,

lingerie, blouses, dresses, etc.

Delicate fabrics

Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), oauze. lace, etc. PERMANENT PRESS

Rubber, plastic, heat-sensitive fabrics

FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras, etc.

PLASTIC-Shower curtains, tablecloths

RUBBER-BACKED RUGS

AIR

OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON

DO NOT

OVERDRY.

Overdrying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage

some fabrics.

4. To change the setting at any time,

turn the Cycle Control Knob either

way to point to a new time 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.

1. Select a cycle and time by turning

the Cycle Control Knob either way to

point to the cycle and time setting

you want.

2. Push the Start Button to start

the dryer.

3. To stop and restart the dryer:

Open the door or turn the Cycle

Control Knob to an OFF area to stop

the dryer.

Close the door, select a cycle (if nec-

essary) and push the Start Button to

restart the dryer.

End-of-cyclesignal

‘/

’ \’

240or 208

volt

power supply

120

volt

power supply

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, synthetic and

other items that should be taken out as

soon as the dryer stops.

DryingTips

Dryer cycles are designed to provide

proper drying for different kinds of

fabrics. This dryer has 3 cycles:

Regular Heavytumbles the load with-

out heat during the last 5 minutes of the

cycle. This helps make the load easier

to handle.

permanent Press tumbles the load

without heat during the last 10 minutes

of the cycle. This helps keep wrinkles

from setting in and makes the load

easier to handle. Clothes wrinkled from

packing in suitcases or closets can be

smoothed out by tumbling them in this

cycle for about 20 minutes.

Airtumbles the load without heat. This

cycle is useful when drying heat-

sensitive items; fluffing pillows and

bedding: dusting sheers and curtains.

Drying heat sensitive materials

with heat may damage the items

or be a FIRE HAZARD. I

Voltage requirements

Dryer model LE4930XToperates on

household current of 240 or 208 volts.

Dryer models LE4900XT and

LG4931XToperate on household

current of 120 volts.

NOTE: Dryer using 208 or 120 volts will

require longer drying times.

CaringForYourDryer

Cleaningthelint screen

The lint screen is inside the dryer drum, on the back wall. Clean it before each

load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time.

1. Use the finger holes to pull the lint

screen straight out.

2. Lightly squeeze the body, as shown,

while pulling the cover off.

3. Roll lint off the screen with your

fingers. Do not rinse or wash the

screen. Wet lint is hard to remove.

4. Replace the cover on the body of the

lint screen.

5. Before replacing the lint screen,

remove any lint from the wire mesh

on the back wall (behind the lint

screen).

6. Push the lint screen straight back

until it clicks into place.

Cleaningthedryerinterior

Electric shock hazard. Unplug the

power supply cord or turn off the

electrical power before cleaning

the interior. Failure to do so could

result in electrical shock or injury.

Garments which contain unstable dyes,

such as denim blue jeans or brightly

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

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 thoroughly with a damp

cloth. Tumble a load of rags to dry.

-OR-

Liquid household cleaner

Apply to stained area. Rub with a cloth

until all excess dye is removed. Tumble

a load of rags lo dry.

Thermostats Heat element

I Heater box terminals

Electric Dryers

Behind access door

Funnel

Igniter

Gas Dryers

Lintremoval

Lint can gather inside the dryer and

create a

FIRE HAZARD. This lint

should be removed at least every

2 to 3 years, or more often,

depending on dryer usage.

Electrical shock hazard.

Unplug the power supply cord

or turn off the electrical power.

Do not put hands inside the

cabinet.

. Make sure the dryer is cool.

Failure to do

so could result in

electrical shock, injury or

damage.

Cleaning should be done only by a

qualified person.

1. Remove back panel (electric) or

lower access panel (gas).

2. Avoid damaging wires, thermostats,

funnel or igniter.

3. Remove lint from boxed-in area with

a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.

4. Replace panel; reconnect and

relevel the dryer.

Optionalaccessories

An Exhaust Deflector Kit (Part No.

346001) moves dryer exhaust to the

side, up or down.

The dryer can be mounted above

the compact washer with one of the

following kits:

Electric dryers

The Dryer Stand Kit (Part No. 695570),

permanent installation secured to

the wall.

Stack Rack (Part No. 346721), free-

standing installation.

Stack Rack (Part No. 3390196 -

almond, 3390175 -white) mount dryer

permanently onto the washer.

Dryer Wall Mount Kit (Part No.

345994), steel bracket secures to wall

and supports the dryer.

NOTE: The wall must be strong enough

to support the dryer’s weight. Not to be

used in mobile homes.

Gas dryers

Dryer Stand Kit (Part No. 695570), per-

manent installation secured to the wall.

To avoid gas leak and explosion

hazard, use only Dryer Stand Kit

(Part No. 695570) with a gas dryer. I

IfYouNeedServiceOrAssistance

Wesuggestyoufollow

thesefiie steps:

1. Before calling for assistance...

Performance problems often result from

little things you can find and fix yourself

without tools of any kind.

If your dryer does not run:

Is the power supply plugged into a live

circuit with the proper voltage?

. Is the door closed tightly?

Did you push the Start Button?

Have you checked your home’s main

fuses or circuit breaker box?

If your dryer does not heat:

The AIR setting is without heat.

The last minutes of heat settings are

without heat.

Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the

Cycle Control Knob to OFF Turn

on gas. Wait 5 minutes. Reset the

controls and start.

An electric dryer uses a circuit breaker

or 2 fuses. If one fuse is blown, the

dryer may run, but not heat.

If drying time seems too long:

Is the lint screen clean? See page 7

for cleaning instructions.

See the Dryer Guide.

2. If you need assistance:..

Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service

assistance telephone number.

Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.:

1-800-2531301

and talk with one of our trained consul-

tants. The consultants can instruct you

in how to obtain satisfactory operation

from your appliance or, if service is nec-

essary, recommend a qualified service

company in your area.

3. If you need service*...

Whirlpool has a

nationwide network

of franchised TECH-

companies. TECH-

CARE service technicians are trained to

fulfill the product warranty and provide

after-warranty service, anywhere in the

United States. To locate TECH-CARE

service in your area, call our COOL-

LINE service assistance telephone

number (see Step 2) or look in your

telephone directory Yellow Pages

under:

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