AUTOMATIC

DRYERS

Electric Model

LE7805XP and

Gas Model

LG7806XP

owave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Au Condilloners. Oehumldlfiers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refngerator-Free2

Parts and features

CYCLE CONTROL KNOB

\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

START BUTTON

ADING 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:

1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers

(from-the plate located as shown]

2. Purchase date from sales slip

Complete Model Number

Complete Senal Number

Copy this information in these spaces

Keep this book, your warranty, sales slip

Purchase Dale and “Dryer Guide” in the Laundry Infor- mation console.

Center on the back of the dryer Service Company and

Telephone Number

There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase that is required for in-warranty service. is all v

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Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.

SAFETY FIRST . . .

SELECTING A CYCLE AND

STARTING YOUR DRYER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

Automatic Cycles

Timed Drying .

DRYING TIPS.

FLUFF AIR Setting

FINISH GUARD@ Setting

Drying Times

Mixed Loads

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End-of-Cycle Signal

Lint Signal

3 LINT SCREEN.

LINT REMOVAL.

4 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.

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Cleaning

Vacation

Dryer Interior

Care .

6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

7 ASSISTANCE..

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I. Before Calling for

Assistance

2. If You Need Assistance

3. If You Need Service

4. If You Have a Problem

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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...

l l l l 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. l l l l l is located in an area wherethetem- perature is above 45°F (7.2”C). is connected to the right kind of out- let, electric supply and grounding.* is properly connected exhaust systems.* to fuel and is used only for jobs normally ex- pected of home clothes dryers. is not run where there may be explo- sive fumes. l is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.

‘See the “Installation Instructions” for complete information. l

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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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.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY

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DO NOT STORE OR USE

GASOLINE

OR

OTHER

OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

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TVPE OF LOAD.

COTTONS - LINENS

EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress pads,quilts.

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes

MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -

Sheets, pillowcases, cotton underwear, diapers

LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes, organdies, lingerie

SUgVM;ED SUGGESTED

AUTOMATIC

REGULAR

TEMPERATURE

HEAW

HIGH

PERM’T PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

P%RMAN%NT PRESS, SYNTHETICS

AND BlENDS

HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes. jackets, raincoats

MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play clothes, sheets, slacks

LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, blouses, dresses

KNITS

HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, blend&T-shirts, slacks, shirts

LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, acrylic, etc.] and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS

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 e;;A”NA:;?

PRESS

TIMED

DRYING

_. 20-30 MINS.

20-30 MINS.

40-50 MIN.5

15-20 MINS.

PERMIT PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

PERM’T PRESS

MED

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

KNITS GENTLE

LOW

FLUFF

AIR

Select a

1. CYCLE

Set TEMPERATURE

2.

SELECTOR

Turn the Control Knob either way to point to the cycle and setting you want. See page 6 for information on the cycles.

Push the

3. START Button

needed drying temperature.

To stop and restart the dryer

The dryer will start tumbling when you push the START Button. turn the Control Knob to OFF).

To restart the dryer, close the door,

Select cycle, if necessary, and push I

The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.

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Operating instructions

The autoxmtk cycks

The automotlc cycles allow you ta select the degree of dryness you prefer for the clothes belng dried.

The Control Knob moves and stops several ttmes until the Iaad reaches the dryness seltlng you selected. Then the knob automatically

OFF and tumbllng stops. moves to

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. weight cotton items. The load tum- bles wlthout heat during the last 5 mlnutes. This helps make the load easier to handle.

Use

AUTOMATIC

PERMANENT

PRESS to dry permanent press, knits and other synthetic fab- rics. The load tumbles wtthout heat during the last 10 minutes. This helps keep wrinkles from setting in. l l

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.

lImeddrying

Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for any load you want to dry by time. Far example: small loads, large bulky items, items to be fluffed or dusted with the FLUFF AIR heat setting.

. Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you want - ham 10 to 60. l

The last 5 minutes of this cycle are

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Drying tips

FINISH GUARD@‘Setting

When you are unable to unload the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form.

If you don’t open the door within 5 minutes after the dryer stops, FINISH

GUARD takes over automaltcally to protect the load. You don? have to set the Control Knob tor FINISH GUARD.

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, sneakers, etc

1. Turn the Temperature Selector to

FLUFF AIR.

2. Turn the Control Knob to the num- ber of minutes you want in the

TIMED DRYING Cycle.

3. Push the START Button.

TUMBLEPRESS" Setting

FINISH GUARD tumbles the load, without heat, every 5 minutes for up to

40 minutes. This tumbling rearranges and fluffs the load to help avoid the wrinkles that set in when the load remains in the warm dryer.

The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes wrinkles from dry clothing such as items thcit 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 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.

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Drying times Mixed loads

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Drying times will vary depending amount of moisture In fhe clothes. on 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.

When drying cycle suggested a load with different kinds and weights of fabrics, use the for the lightest fab- rics. 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.

End-of-cycle signal

The dryer sounds a signal to let you know when the cycle is finished. The signal cannot be turned ofl 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.

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 each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.

Open the lid and pull the lint screen straiaht out.

ROLL the lint off the screen with your fingers.

DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.

Push the screen firmly back into 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 otten, depending on dryer usage.

ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS

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Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.

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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.

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Remove loose and sharp objects from clothing before drying - pins, buckles, etc. Cl&e metal zippers.

Some pretreatment products can damage dials, consoles and finish.

Do not-use these products on or near your dryer.

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 packets for bolts, nuts, etc.

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Cleaning dryer interior

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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 soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed. Rinse 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. l l

Vacation care

Unplug power cord or turn off elec- trical power. for gas dryers, close gas valve.

0 Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps:

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Before calling for assistance...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. l l l l

If your dryer does not run:

If the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper volt- age?

Is the door closed tightly?

Did you push the START Button?

Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box? l l l l

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

Control Knob to OFF. Turn on gas.

Wait 5 minutes. Reset 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. l l

If drying time seems long:

Is the lint screen clean?

See page 7 of this book and page 6 of your “Dryer Guide:’

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If ? ou need service*...

Whirlpool a nationwide has network of fran- chised TECHCARE@

Service Compa- nies, TECH-CARE service I3chnicians are trained 10 fulfill the oroduct warranty and prc- vide aft,:r-warranty service, any- where in the United States. To locate

TECH-CAI”E service in your area, call our CO<: L-LINE service assistance telephorl ? number (see Step 2) or lock in your tI !lephone directory Yellow

Pages ur der:

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If you need assistance*...

Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE” serv- ice assistance telephone number.

Dial free from:

Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301

Michigan . . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243

Alaska 81 Hawaii (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of our trained Con- sultants. The Consultant can instruct you in howta obtain satisfactory oper- ation from your appliance or, if serv- ice is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area.

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If11 ou have a p& blem*...

Call c. Jr COOL-LINE service as- sistance elephone number (see Step

2) and tc k with one of our Consultants, or if you jrefer, write to:

Mr. Stept en E. Upton

Senior V :e President

Whirlpoc Corporation

Administ ofive Center

2000 US- 53 North

Benton i- arbor, Ml 49022

*If you n Jst call or write, please pro- vide: mc. del number, serial number, date of lurchase, and a complete descripti In of the problem. This infor- mation i:, needed in order to better re- spond tcl your request for assistance.

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