Whirlpool LE5795XP Clothes Dryer User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5795XP
and
Gas Model
LG5796XP
Mlcrowawe
Ovens.
Trash Compactors.
Room Air Condllloners,
Oehumldiflers.
Automatic
Washers.
Clothes
OrYeW
heezers.
Retrlgerator-F
Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL
KNOB
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
RMATION
CENTER
Remove
the Consumer Buy Guide label
before
using
your
dryer. It will be easier
to remove.
Wipe out the dryer
drum with a damp
cloth to remove
dust
from storing
or shipping.
START BUHON
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information
ready:
1. Complete
Model and Serial Numbers
(from the plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Model
Copy this information
in these spaces.
Keep this book in the Laundry Information
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty.
Please complete
Registration
Card
product.
and mail the Owner
furnished
with this
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer
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Automatic Cycles..
Timed Drying
DRYING TIPS
FLUFFAIR Setting
TUMBLE PRESS@Setting
Automatic DRI-MISER@Control
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01987 Whirlpool
Number
Serial Number
Purchase
Date
Service Company
Telephone
Number
Page
Mixed Loads
Drying Times
Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
Cleaning
Dryer Interior..
Vacation Care
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IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
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WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY
Corporation
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Additional
Safety
Instructions
NEVER operate
the dryer if...
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it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot].
l it is damaged.
l parts
are missing (i.e. door latch).
l all
panels are not in place.
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the lint screen
is loose, damaged
or
missing.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
and Your Responsibilities
ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before IeaVing on vacation.
ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
turn off electrical
power before attempting
to service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if
yours is a gas dryer.
You are personally
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responsible
is used only for jobs normally
of home clothes drvers.
for making
expected
TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pad&quilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Towels,
jeans, corduroys,
work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS Sheets, pillowcases,
cotton
underwear,
diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes.
organdies,
lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothessheets,
slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
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KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons.
blend&T-shirtsslacks,
shirts
LIGHTWEIGHT-Synthetics
(polyester,
acrylic. etc.] and blends, lingerie,
blousesdresses
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels]
Gauze,lace,etc.
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains.
tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON
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SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
CYCLE
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
AUTOMA”” I IL
PERMANl ENT
PRESS
AUTOMATIC
PERMANENT
PRESS
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
PrERM’T PRESS
HEAVY HIGH
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
KNITS
GENTLE
LOW
TIMED
DRYING
20-30
MINS.
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MlNS.
FLUFF
AIR
1 . Select
2
a CYCLE
Turn the Control
Knob either
way to
point to the cycle
and setting
you
want
See page
6 for InformatIon
on
the cycles
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Push the START Button
Set
. TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
Turn the Temperature
Selector
needed
drying
temperature
to the
To stop and restart
the dryer
‘\
s
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0
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The dryer
you push
WIII start tumbling
the START Button
when
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.
If the dryer is stopped
before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control
Knob to OFF.
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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.
For the first few loads, set the Control
Knob to point to an * in either automatic cycle. When the dryer stops, feel
the dried items.
weight cotton items. The load tumbles without heat during the last 5
minutes. This helps make the load
easier to handle.
press, knits and other synthetic fabrics. The load tumbles without heat
during the last 10 minutes. This helps
keep wrrnkles from setting in.
handle.
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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.
Drying tips
FLUFF
AIR
TLiMBLE
PRESS@ Setting
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature
Selector IS set on FLUFF
AIR This setting can be used to fluff
beddlng.
plastic tablecloths,
foam
rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers
etc
The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes
wrinkles from dry clothing
such as
items that may hove been packed
in a suitcase, closet, or items not
removed
from the dryer.
1. Turn Temperature
Selector to
FLUFF AIR.
2. Turn Control Knob to the number
of minutes You want in the TIMED
DRYING CYCLE.
3. Push START Button.
1. Turn Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
2. Turn Temperature
Selector to PERM’T
PRESS HEAVY HIGH.
3. Push START Button.
Automatic
Control
DRI-MISER”
The thermostat senses the air
temperature.
The dryer automatically shuts off when the selected
dryness is reached.
The load will tumble in heated uir
for 10 minutes. The heat shuts off and the
dryer continues to tumble the load
for 5 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESS only
a few items at a time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops.
Mixed loads
Drying
times
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested
for the lightest
fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control.
To reduce wrinkling, take the load
from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is important for permanent
press,
knits and synthetic fabrics.
Drying
times will vary
amount
of moisture
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and weight
of
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of the load.
l room
temperature
dryer.
l temperature
of the
water.
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of lint in the
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dryer
temperature
See your “Dryer
more information
depending
in the clothes
the fabric
around
wash
on
the
rinse
lint screen
selection
Guide”
for
Clean the 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
shown on the next page.
the lint screen
as
Lint screen
Clean
increase
the lint screen before each load. A screen
drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight out.
blocked
by lint con
ROLL the lint off the screen
with your fingers.
DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
Push the scre.en firmly bock
place.
into
Lint removal
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.
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ELECTRIC DRYERS
Cleaning
should
d
GAS DRYERS
be done only by a qualified
person.
1. Remove bock 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.
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Caring for your dryer
Remove loose and sharp objects
from pockets and cuffs before drying
pins, buckles, etc. Close metal
zippers.
Some pretreatment
products
con
damage
dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or
near your dryer.
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Cleaning dryer interior
Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft
cloth. Spills allowed to remain may
dull or damage
the finish.
Never leave wet or damp
in your dryer.
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 ovoid staining
later load items.
laundry
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 thoroughly with a damp cloth. Tumble
a load of rags. -ORSharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the dryer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
liquid spray household
cleaner
Spray on stained area. Rub with Q
cloth until all excess dye is removed. Tumble a load of rags.
Vacation care
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Unplug power cord or turn off electrical power.
For gas dryers, close gas valve.
Clean lint screen.
If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
l. Before calling for
assistance...
Performance
problems
often result
from llttle 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?
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Is the door closed tightly?
l Did
you push the START Button?
. Have you checked
your home’s main
fuses or circuit breaker box?
uct 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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IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes
of heat settings are without heat.
l Is the gas turned
on? If not, turn the Control Knob to OFF. Turn on gas. Wait 5 minutes Reset controls and start,
l An electric
dryer uses a circuit breaker
or 2 fuses. If one fuse is blown, the dryer
may run, but not heat.
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IF DRYING TIME SEEMS TOO LONG:
Is the lint screen clean? See page 9 of
this book for cleaning
instructions.
l See page
Bofthis book and your”Dryer
Guide:’
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2.
If you need
assistance?..
If you need service%..
Whirlpool
has a
netnationwide
work of franchised
TECH-CAREa
Serv-
technicians
are trained
Call our COOL-LINE service assistance
telephone
number (see Step 2) and talk
with one of our Consultants,
or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Robert Stanley
Division Vice President
Whirlpool
Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
5.
Call Whlrlpool
COOL-LINE@ service asslstance
telephone
number.
Dial tree
tram anywhere
In the U.S.:
l-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained Consultants. The Consultant
can instruct you in
how to obtain satisfactory
operation
from
your appliance
or, if service is necessary,
recommend
a qualified
service
company in your area.
3.
4. If you have a problem%.
to fulfill the prod-
If you need FSP”
replacement parts:.
FSP is a registered
trademark
of
Whirlpool
Corporation
for quality
parts.
Look for this symbol of quality whenever
you need a replacement
part for your
Whirlpool
appliance.
FSP replacement
parts will fit right and work right, because
they are made to the same exacting
specifications
used to build every new
Whirlpool
appliance.
‘If you must call or write, please provide:
model number, serial number, date of
purchase,
and a complete
description
of the problem.
This information
is
needed
in order to better respond
to
your request for assistance.
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WHIRLPOOL”
DRYER
WARRANTY
DROOI
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
WHIRLPOOL
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
FSP@replacement
parts and repair laborto
correct defects in materials or workmanship.
Service must be provided
by a franchised
TECH-CARE@ service company.
WHIRLPOOL
WILL PAY FOR
WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation
of the dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use the dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace
light bulbs.
B. Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal, single-family
household
use.
C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed
to be repaired
in
the home.
D. Damage
to dryer caused by accident,
misuse, fire, flood, acts
of God or use of products not approved
by Whirlpool.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of
incidental
or consequential
damages
so this limitation or exclusion
may
not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific
legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty
may apply. For details, please
contact your franchised
Whirlpool
distributor
or military exchange.
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