Whirlpool 3LG5706XP User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Gas Model
3LG5706XP
i-93
Nave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners, Oehumldlhers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers. Refngerator-Freezf

Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ T\EMPERATURE SELECTOR
RMATION CENTER
START BUTTON
LOADING DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
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
Complete Model Number
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
[from the plate located as shown)
2. Purchase date from sales slop
Complete Serial Number
Copy this Information In these spaces
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slop Purchase Dale
and “Dryer Guide” In the Laundry Intor-
mation Center on the back of the dryer
Service Company and
console
Telephone Number
There IS no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase IS all
that IS required for in-warranty service.
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES Page
2 LINTSCREEN.. 8
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. 3 LINT REMOVAL 8
SAFETY FIRST. 3 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER. 9
SELECTING A CYCLE AND Cleaning Dryer Interior.. 9
STARTING YOUR DRYER. 4 Vacation Care, 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
Dryer Cycles and Settings 6 ASSISTANCE. 10
Cool Down Times 6 I. Before Calling for
DRYING TIPS. 7 Assistance 10
FLUFFAIR Setting 7 2. IfYou Need Assistance. 11
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting 7 3. IfYouNeedService .,,... 11
Mixed Loads 7 4. If You Have a Problem 11
Drying Times 7
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Your
Responsibilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Dryer Guide” carefully for
if?JpOrtant use and safety information.
You are personally responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
l is installed by a qualified installer.
l is properly maintained.
l is installed in an area protected
from the weather.
l is properly installed and leveled in
a well ventilated room’ on a floor
l is located in an area where the tem-
perature is above 45°F (7.2”C).
l is connected to the right kind of out-
let, electric supply and grounding.’
l is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems*
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected of home clothes dryers.
l 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
that can support the weight.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
IF YOU SMELLGAS:
1. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
FLAME.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOUR GAS SUPPLIER.
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STOREOR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
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TYPE OF LOAD
COTTONS - LINENS
EXIRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS -i&t&
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play
clothes, sheets, slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie,
blouses, dresses
SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
CYCLE TEMPERATURE
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
LIGHT
PERM’T PRESS
PERM’T
40-50 MINS. PRESS
HEAVY
30-40 MINS. HIGH
20-30 MINS
KNITS PERM’T PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons. PERMIT PRESS
blends,T-shirts, slacksshirts 40-50 MINS. HEAVY HIGH
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, KNITS GENTLE
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, LOW
blouses, dresses 30-40 MINS.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERM’T PRESS KNITS GENTLE
20-30 MINS.
Gauze, lace, etc. 15-20 MINS. LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEER NYLON
PERMIT PRESS
20-30 MINS. FLUFF
AIR
20-30 MINS.
40-50 MINS.
15-20 MINS.

Select a
1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and sefllng you
want See page 6 for InformatIon on
the cycles
Push the
3. START Hutton
The dryer WIII start tumbling when
you push the START Button
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature
To stop and restart
the dryer
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.
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