Whirlpool 3LE5710XM User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYER
ELECTRIC MODEL
3LE57’lOXM
a-93

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB NFORMATION CENTER
PERATURE SELECTOR
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Con-
sumer 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 ship-
ping.
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
Model Number
[from plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Seriol Number
Copy this information in these spaces,
Keep this book in the Laundry Information
Center with your “Dryer Guide” and sales
Purchase Date
slip.
Thank you for purchasing a Whirlpool Servi9e ComcanY Phone N~mber
product. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card fur-
nished with this product.
Contents
Page Page
PARTS AND FEATURES 2 LINT SCREEN 8
IMPORTANT SAFETY LINT REMOVAL. 8
INSTRUCTIONS 3 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.. 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. 4 Cleaning Dryer Interior., 9
Selecting a Cycle and Vacation Care 9
Starting Your Dryer 4 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
Dryer Cycles and Settings 6 ASSISTANCE 10
Cool Down Times 6 Before Calling for Assistance 10
DRYING TIPS 7 If You Move 11
FLUFFAIR Setting 7 Helpful Hints 11
Mixed Loads 7 If You Have a Problem,, 11
TUMBLE PRESSRSetting 7 WHIRL-001 DRYER
Drying Times 7 WARRANTY 12
2 01988 Whirlpool Corporation

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... You are personally responsible for making
l it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot]. sure that Your dryer...
l it is damaged.
l is properly maintained.
l parts are missing (i.e. door latch]
l is properly installed and leveled in a well
9 all panels are not in place. ventilated room* on a floor that can sup-
* the lint screen is loose, damaged or port the weight
missing.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
l is located in an area where the tempera-
ture is above 45 F (7.2 C].
l is connected to the proper outlet and
Do not store or use gas-
electrical supply *
oline or other flammable
l is properly connected toexhaust
vapors and liquids in the
systems.’
vicinity of this or any other
l is not installed against drapes or
curtains.’
appliance.
l IC used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
turn off electrical power before attempting
l is not used by children or anyone unable
to service the dryer. to operate it properly.
*See “Installation Instructions” for com-
plete information.

TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
D(TRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
PERM’T
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
organdies, lingerie LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERM’T PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS-Shirts, play
clothes,sheets,slacks..
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
40-50 MINS.
30-40 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
PERM’T PRESS
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts PERMIT PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, 40-50 MINS. HEAW HIGH
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, KNITS GENTLE
blouses, dresses 30-40 MINS. LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) ‘:;-!$T;Fss KNITS GENTLE
Gauze, lace, etc. 15-20 MINS: LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS PERMIT PRESS
FOAM RUBBER- Pillows, bras,
stuffedtoys............................ 20-30 MINS.
PLASTIC -Shower curtains, FLUFF
tablecloths............................ 20-30 MINS. AIR
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS 40-50 MINS.
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON 15-20 MINS.

Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature.
3
. Push the START Button To stop and restart
the dryer
The dryer will start tumbling when you To stop the dryer, open the door (or
push the STARTButton. turn the Control Knob to OFF).
Changing a setting
To restart the dryer, close the door,
select cycle, if necessary, and push
The setting can be changed at any START.
time by turning the Control Knob to a
new setting.
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. 5