Speed Queen LES33 User manual

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Part No. 510951R1
February 2009
Keep These Instructions for Future Reference.
(If this machine changes ownership, this manual must accompany machine.)

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• 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.
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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.
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All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
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Table of
Contents
Safety Information.............................................................................. 3
Explanation of Safety Messages........................................................... 3
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 3
Save These Instructions ................................................................... 3
Use and Care ....................................................................................... 5
Before Drying ....................................................................................... 5
Energy Saving Tips.......................................................................... 5
Helps and Hints................................................................................ 5
Load ................................................................................................. 5
Operating Instructions ....................................................................... 6
Available Drying Cycles....................................................................... 6
Automatic Regular/Delicate Cycle .................................................. 6
Time Dry Cycle................................................................................ 6
Automatic Permanent Press/Knits Cycle ......................................... 6
To Dry Clothes ..................................................................................... 7
End of Cycle Signal ......................................................................... 8
Optional Equipment ......................................................................... 8
Maintenance ........................................................................................ 9
User Maintenance ................................................................................. 9
Lubrication....................................................................................... 9
Care Of Your Dryer ......................................................................... 9
Motor Overload Protector..................................................................... 9
Lint Filter.............................................................................................. 10
Before You Call For Service ................................................................ 11
If Your Dryer: .................................................................................. 11
If Service Is Required ........................................................................... 12
Information For Handy Reference........................................................ 13

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Safety Information
Explanation of Safety Messages
Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you
will find precautionary statements (“DANGER,”
“WARNING,” and “CAUTION”) followed by specific
instructions. These precautions are intended for the
personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and
those maintaining the machine.
Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT”
and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.
IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used
to inform the reader of specific procedures where
minor machine damage will occur if the procedure
is not followed.
The word “NOTE” is used to communicate
installation, operation, maintenance or servicing
information that is important but not hazard
related.
Important Safety Instructions
Save These Instructions
1. Read all instructions before using the dryer.
2. Refer to the GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS in
the INSTALLATION manual for the proper
grounding of the dryer.
3. Do not dry articles that have been previously
cleaned in, soaked in, washed in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable
or explosive substances as they give off vapors
that could ignite or explode.
4. Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when
the dryer is used near children. This is a safety
rule for all appliances.
5. Before the dryer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment.
6. Do not reach into the dryer if the cylinder is
revolving.
7. Do not install or store the dryer where it will be
exposed to the water and/or weather.
8. Do not tamper with the controls.
9. Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer, or
attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the User-Maintenance
Instructions or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the
skills to carry out.
10. Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
11. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT DRY plastics
or articles containing foam rubber or similarly
textured rubberlike materials.
12. Always clean the lint filter after every load. A
layer of lint in the filter reduces drying efficiency
and prolongs drying time.
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will cause
severe personal injury or death.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could cause severe personal
injury or death.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may cause minor or moderate
personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death to persons when
using your dryer, follow these basic
precautions:
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13. Keep area around the exhaust opening and
adjacent surrounding area free from the
accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
14. The interior of the dryer and the exhaust duct
should be cleaned periodically by qualified
service personnel.
15. This gas appliance contains or produces a
chemical or chemicals which can cause death or
serious illness and which are known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. To reduce the risk from
substances in the fuel or from fuel combustion,
make sure this appliance is installed, operated,
and maintained according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
16. Dryer will not operate with the loading door
open. DO NOT by-pass the door safety switch by
permitting the dryer to operate with the door
open. The dryer will stop tumbling when the door
is opened. Do not use the dryer if it does not stop
tumbling when the door is opened or starts
tumbling without pressing or turning the START
mechanism. Remove the dryer from use and call
the service person.
17. Do not put articles soiled with vegetable or
cooking oil in the dryer, as these oils may not be
removed during washing. Due to the remaining
oil, the fabric may catch on fire by itself.
18. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT put clothes
which have traces of any flammable substances
such as machine oil, flammable chemicals,
thinner, etc. or anything containing wax or
chemicals such as in mops and cleaning cloths, or
anything dry-cleaned at home with dry-cleaning
solvent in the dryer.
19. Use the dryer only for its intended purpose,
drying clothes.
20. Always disconnect the electrical power to the
dryer before attempting service. Disconnect the
power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
21. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
22. Install this dryer according to the
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. All
connections for electrical power, grounding and
gas supply must comply with local codes and be
made by licensed personnel when required. Do
not do it yourself unless you know how!
23. Remove laundry immediately after the dryer
stops.
24. Always read and follow manufacturer’s
instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning
aids. Heed all warnings or precautions. To reduce
the risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep
them out of reach of children at all times
(preferably in a locked cabinet).
25. Do not tumble fiberglass curtains and draperies
unless the label says it can be done. If they are
dried, wipe out the cylinder with a damp cloth to
remove particles of fiberglass.
26. ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions
supplied by the garment manufacturer.
27. Never operate the dryer with any guards and/or
panels removed.
28. DO NOT operate the dryer with missing or
broken parts.
29. DO NOT by-pass any safety devices.
30. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this
machine according to the manufacturer’s
instructions may result in conditions which can
produce bodily injury and/or property damage.
NOTE: The WARNING AND IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this
manual are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining, or operating the dryer.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent
or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions
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Use and Care
Before Drying
Energy Saving Tips
•Make sure the lint filter is always clean.
•Do not overload the dryer.
•Do not overdry items.
•Remove items to be ironed while still damp.
•Large loads of similar fabrics dry the most
efficiently. However, dry permanent press in
smaller loads to prevent wrinkling.
•Use the correct cycle for the type of fabric being
dried.
•Locate your dryer so the exhaust duct is as short
and straight as possible.
•Do not open the door during the drying cycle.
•Plan to do your laundry on low humidity days;
your clothes will dry faster.
•Dry multiple loads of clothes one right after
another so dryer interior does not have to be
reheated for each load.
Helps and Hints
•The necessary suggestions and directions for
installation and proper exhausting are given in
the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS which
are included with the dryer.
•Static electricity may cause garments of synthetic
fibers (as in lingerie) to cling together, especially
if they are overdried. The use of a liquid fabric
softener in the rinse water of the washer, or a
fabric softener sheet in the dryer, will soften
clothes and reduce static electricity.
•Do not wash or dry clothes that shed lint in the
same load with permanent press or knit garments.
•Remove permanent press loads immediately after
dryer stops.
•Follow the care labels on FLAME
RETARDANT, SCOTCH-GUARD™, etc.,
garments for the proper washing and drying.
•If loads should be damp for ironing, turn timer
knob to the ENERGY SAVER setting, marked
with a dot (•), in Automatic or Time Dry cycles.
Load
Do not overload your dryer. Bulk, not weight,
determines the load size. If the dryer is overloaded, it
could cause discoloration or permanent heat damage to
the load. There should be space in the dryer for the
clothes to tumble freely. This helps to reduce wrinkles.
Large and small pieces together make up loads which
will tumble well. Permanent press loads should be
smaller to provide room for tumbling. Proper tumbling
allows for fewer wrinkles. The following illustrations
show the ideal loads sizes for fabrics. The average
load will fill the cylinder one third to half full when
wet.
Figure 1
A load can be too small. Just a few small pieces will
not tumble properly. They will take longer to dry and
they may be wrinkled. For small loads, add a couple of
large towels or non lint shedding items to aid in
tumbling.
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, serious
injury or death, clothes which have traces of
any flammable substances such as cooking
oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals,
thinner, etc. must not be put into the dryer.
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CYLINDER WITH WET
PERMANENT PRESS
CYLINDER WITH WET
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Operating Instructions
Available Drying Cycles
NOTE: Use the automatic cycle for drying items
that can be dried with heat. This cycle
automatically drys loads to the dryness level
selected.
MORE DRY will dry very small loads and some
heavy items, such as blue jeans, but will overdry
lightweight items, such as sheets and shirts.
Overdrying can cause wrinkling, shrinking, excessive
lint conditions, and will use more energy than
necessary.
LESS DRY, which uses the least energy, will dry large
loads and lightweight items, such as sheets and shirts,
but might leave other items, such as denim and heavy
bath towels, more damp.
To increase energy savings and to make sure loads are
dried without overdrying, set your loads on LESS
DRY. If items are damp at the end of a cycle, the timer
knob needs to be set closer to the MORE DRY setting
the next time these loads are dried. If items are overdry
at the end of a cycle, the timer knob should be set
closer to COOL DOWN when these loads are dried
again. Remember the settings that work best to get
ideal drying results.
The COOL DOWN period at the end of each cycle
provides items a chance to tumble with no heat and
cool down to room temperature. This prevents
wrinkles from setting if items cannot be cared for
immediately.
The ENERGY SAVER/DAMP DRY settings, marked
with a dot (•), show which settings will use the least
energy and will leave items damp for easier ironing.
NOTE: The timer knob will not advance as quickly
in the AUTOMATIC cycles as it does in the TIME
DRY cycle. The time it takes for the timer to
advance depends on the type and size of the load
being dried.
Automatic Regular/Delicate Cycle
Use for sturdy items like play or work clothes and also
for delicate items. The type of heat is determined by
choosing the proper Fabric Selector option. There are
two settings in the AUTOMATIC REGULAR/
DELICATE cycle — MORE DRY and LESS DRY.
Time Dry Cycle
This cycle will operate dryer for up to 80 minutes.
Cottons and heavyweight items dry best between 50
and 70 minutes, and lightweight items dry best between
20 and 40 minutes.
Automatic Permanent Press/Knits Cycle
Use for permanent press items and synthetics. The type
of heat is determined by selecting the proper Fabric
Selector option. There are two settings in the
AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle
—MORE DRY and LESS DRY.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death to persons, read the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating the dryer.
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To Dry Clothes
IMPORTANT: See the INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS before using dryer.
IMPORTANT: Before using dryer for the first
time, use an all-purpose cleaner, or a detergent and
water solution, and a damp cloth to remove
shipping dust from inside dryer drum.
IMPORTANT: Remove all sharp objects from
laundry to avoid tears and rips to items during
normal machine operation.
1. Sort items into separate loads.
Figure 2
2. Remove lint filter cover, clean lint filter and
replace cover before each use.
Figure 3
3. Add clothes loosely into dryer drum. Add fabric
softener sheet, if desired.
Figure 4
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dryer, do not
use more than one fabric softener sheet per load.
4. Close loading door. Dryer will not operate with
the door open.
Figure 5
5. Select Fabric Selector. Follow garment
manufacturer’s care labels for recommended
temperature settings.
Figure 6
6. Select timer setting in cycle desired:
AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE, TIME
DRY, and AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/
KNITS. These cycles control the drying time.
Figure 7
The ENERGY SAVER/DAMP DRY settings, marked
with a dot (•), show which dryer settings will use the
least energy and will leave items damp for easier
ironing.
7. Push timer knob in to start dryer.
NOTE: To stop dryer at any time, open the door or
turn timer knob to an OFF position. To restart
dryer, close door, reset timer if necessary, and push
in the timer knob.
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End of Cycle Signal
The volume of the signal tone may be set on OFF,
LOUD or between the two selections. If a volume
level is selected, the signal will let you know when the
cycle is done. The signal will stop when the door is
opened, or when the timer is advanced to an OFF
position.
Figure 8
Optional Equipment
A drying rack, Part No. 512082, is available as
optional equipment at extra cost. The rack can be used
for no-tumble drying of articles such as tennis shoes,
sweaters, stuffed toys or other delicate items.
Figure 9
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Maintenance
User Maintenance
Lubrication
All moving parts are sealed in a permanent supply of
lubricant or are equipped with oilless bearings.
Additional lubrication will not be necessary.
Care Of Your Dryer
Dryer Interior
Wipe the surfaces using a soft cloth and a household
cleaner or a non-abrasive paste of powdered laundry
detergent and hot water followed by a short heat cycle
with a load of rags.
To remove crayon or ball point ink off the dryer drum,
put the heat on high and use old rags in the dryer to
absorb the crayon or ink. If unsuccessful, contact the
appliance dealer. DO NOT use any chemicals in the
dryer.
IMPORTANT: The use of chlorine bleach for
removing any discolorations should be avoided
because bleach could damage the finish.
Cabinet
Wipe dryer cabinet as needed. If detergent, bleach or
other washing products have been spilled on the dryer,
wipe immediately. Some products will cause
permanent damage if spilled on the cabinet.
Control Panel
Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the
control panel. Some spray prewash products may harm
the finish on the control panel.
NOTE: The wiring diagram is located inside the
control panel.
Exhaust System
The exhaust duct should be inspected after one year of
use and cleaned if necessary. Inspect and clean exhaust
duct every one to two years as required thereafter.
The weather hood should be checked frequently to
make sure the dampers move freely, dampers are not
pushed in and that nothing has been set against them.
Keep dryer area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation air.
NOTE: Verify proper operation after servicing.
Motor Overload Protector
The dryer’s motor overload protector stops the motor
automatically in the event of an overload. After
cooling, the overload protector will reset itself. Dryer
can be restarted by pushing the timer knob in. If
overload protector cycles again, remove the dryer
from use and call the service person to correct the
problem.
To reduce the risk of an electric shock,
serious injury or death, disconnect the
electrical service to the dryer before cleaning
the interior.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
disconnect the electrical service to the dryer
before cleaning.
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Lint Filter
The lint filter is located at the front of the dryer in the
lower part of the door opening.
CLEAN THE LINT FILTER BEFORE DRYING
EACH LOAD.
Remove lint filter cover, clean lint filter and replace
cover. Annually remove lint filter and screw to
vacuum the duct under it.
Figure 10
IMPORTANT: The lint filter must be in place in
the door opening when using dryer or loading and
unloading dryer. If the filter is not in place, clothing
could fall into the front air duct and get into the
exhaust system, causing damage to the motor.
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Before You Call For Service
You may save time and money by checking the
following:
If Your Dryer:
Won’t Start Won’t Heat
Doesn’t Dry
Clothes
Satisfactorily
Possible Reason — Do This To Correct
•Dryers equipped with power cord — be sure the power cord is
plugged all the way into the electrical outlet.
•Close the loading door.
•Be sure timer is not in COOL DOWN setting or NO HEAT cycle.
•Push timer knob in to start dryer.
••
(Electric Dryers
Only)
Has the laundry room fuse(s) blown or become loosened, or are
circuit breakers open? The dryer itself does not have an electrical
fuse. An electric dryer has an electrical circuit with two fuses.
•Has the motor overload protector cycled? Wait 10 minutes and try
again.
•Is the timer in a heat setting?
•Gas Dryer Only — Check to see if equipment and main gas line
valve is turned on.
••
Check exhaust duct to outside to see if it is kinked, blocked or needs
cleaning.
••
Check weather hood to make sure flapper moves freely, has not
been pushed in or has not been blocked.
•Automatic Cycle — Adjust to more or less dry setting.
•Timed Cycle — Allow more or less time.
•Clean the lint filter.
•Is the load too small? Small loads may not tumble properly or dry
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If Service Is Required
If service is required, contact the nearest Factory
Authorized Service Center.
If you are unable to locate an authorized service center
or are unsatisfied with the service performed on your
dryer, contact:
Alliance Laundry Systems LLC
Shepard Street
P.O. Box 990
Ripon, WI 54971
Phone: [phone]
When calling or writing about your dryer, PLEASE
GIVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS. The
model and serial numbers are located in one of the four
corners of the door well. The door well is the shaded
area shown. Please include a copy of your bill of sale
and any service receipts you have.
Figure 11
If replacement parts are required, contact the source
from which you purchased your dryer, or contact
[phone] for the name and address of the
nearest authorized parts distributor
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To reduce the risk of serious injury or death,
DO NOT repair or replace any part of the
dryer or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in the user-
maintenance instructions or in published
user-repair instructions that you understand
and have the skills to carry out.
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Information For Handy Reference
Alliance Laundry Systems LLC
Shepard Street
P.O. Box 990
Ripon, WI 54971-0990
Date Purchased
Model Number Serial Number
Dealer’s Name
Dealer’s Address Phone Number
Service Agency
Service Agency Address Phone Number
NOTE: Record this information and keep your sales slip. Model and serial numbers are located on
the nameplate.