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

Dryer cycles and settings Cool
down times
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle helps
provide the special care that perma-
nent press and synthetic fabrics
need...0 period of heated drying
followed by a 10 minute cool down.
The chart on page 4 suggests time
and temperature settings for different
kinds of loads.
The EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and
LIGHT cycles describe the loads
they are designed to dry. The chart
on page 4 tells what is meant by
EX HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and LIGHT
loads.
At each setting, the dryer will run
about long enough to dry the load
described by the setting. Example:
The HEAVY Cycle is designed to be
long enough to dry a load of heavy
fabrics (towels, jeans, corduroys, etc.]
when the Temperature Selector is set
on PERM’T PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
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4- MORETIME LESSTIME + I
If the load is not as dry as you want,
set the dial more to the lett the next
time you dry that kind of load.
If the load is dryer than you want,
set the dial more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load
In all cycles, the heat shuts off
before the dryer stops tumbling.This
cool down time helps:
l keep wrinkles from setting in.
l make handling the hot load items
easier.
1 coot DOWN
COOL DOWN I
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has
10 minutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles have 5 minutes of
cooldown time.
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Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF
AIR. This setting can be used to fluff
bedding, pillows and clothing or to
dust drapes.
The TUMBLE PRESSsetting removes
wrinkles from dry clothing such as
items that may have been packed
in a suitcase, closet, or items not
removed from the dryer.
It can also be used to damp-dry
heat sensitive itemssuch as plastic
shower curtains, rubber-backed
rugs, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Set the Temperature Selector to 1. Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T
FLUFFAIR. PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set the Control Knob to the PERMA- 2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
NENT PRESSCycle and select the 3. Push STARTButton.
number of mintues you want, The load will tumble in heated air
3. Push the STARTButton, for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and the
dryer continues to tumble the load
Mixed loads
for 10 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly a
few items at a time. Put them on hang-
ers or fold them as soon as the dryer
stops.
Drying times
Drying times will vary depending on:
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
l type and weight of the fabric.
l size of load.
When drying a load with different
l room temperature around the dryer.
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
l temperature of the wash rinse water.
cycle suggested for the lightest fab-
l amount of lint in the lint screen.
rics. When the dryer stops, remove dry
items and reset the control.
l dryer temperature selection.
See your “Dryer Guide” for more
information.

Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIREHAZARD.
Open the lid and pull the lint screen
straight 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 at least every 2 to 3 years, or more otten, depending
on dryer usage.
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Heater Box I
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
1. Remove back panel
2. Avoid damaging wires, or
thermostats.
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 pockets and cuffs before drying -
pins, buckles, etc. Close metal
zippers.
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 drver.
Sharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the dryer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts etc
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finrsh.
Do not use these products on or near
your dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
Garments which contain unstable
dyes, such as denim blue jeans or
brightly colored cotton items, may
discolor the dryer interior. Ifthe
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. Wipe
thoroughly 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
removed. Tumble a load of rags.
Vacation care
l Unplug power cord or turn off
electrical power.
l Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these steps:
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:
l Is the power supply plugged into a
live circuit with the proper voltage?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Did you push the STARTButton?
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l 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 LONG:
l Is the lint screen clean? See page 8
of this book for cleaning instructions,
l See page 7 of this book and your
“Dryer Guide!’
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