Whirlpool ELECTRIC LE5795XM User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5795XM
and
Gas Model
LG5796XM
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
\ TEMPERATURE SELECTOR \ - LAUNDRY
b INFORMATION CENTER
-START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
Remove the Con-
sumer Buy Guide lo-
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 Model Number
(from the plate located as shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces,
Serial Number
Keep this book in the Laundry Information
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty Purchase bate
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product. service company
Telephone Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES Page ....... 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3
SAFETY FIRST ................ 3
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER ...... 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .. 6
The Automatic Cycles ..... 6
Timed Drying .............. 6
DRYING TIPS ................ 7
FLUFFAIR Setting ........... 7
TUMBLE PRESS%Setting ..... 7
Mixed Loads .............. 8
Drying Times
..............
8
................. 8Lint Signal
LINT SCREEN ................ 9
LINT REMOVAL. .............. 9
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER ... 10
Cleaning Dryer Interior .... 10
Vacation Care ............ 10
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE ................ 11
I. Before Calling for
Assistance .............. 11
2. If You Need Assistance .. 11
3. If You Need Service ..... 11
4. If You Have a Problem ... 11
2 01986 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 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
that can support the weight.
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 beexplo-
sive fumes.
l is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
‘See the “Installation Instructions” for
comolete information.
9FOR YOUR SAFETY l
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Oi’EN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRI-
CAL SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THEVICINITY
: OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
<APPLIANCE.

TYPE OF LOAD SU~~M;ED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
COTTONS T LINENS HEAVY
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads. HIGH
mattress padsquilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC PERMIT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR MED
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear,diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
KNITS GENTLE
LOW
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PERMANENT MED
clothessheets. slacks PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, KNITS GENTLE
blouses,dresses ._____.............. LOW
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS
blends,T-shirtsslacksshirts AUTOMATIC MED
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, PERMANENT
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
blousesdresses . LOW
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) .
Gauze, lace, etc. PERpz2sENT KNITS GENTLE
LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys . TIMED FLUFF
PLASTIC - Shower curtains, DRYING AIR
tablecloths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS .
OLEFIN. POLYPROPYLENE. SHEERNYLON
4

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

Operating instructions
The automatic cycles
The automatic cycles allow you
to select the degree of dryness you
prefer for the clothes being dried.
The Control Knob moves and stops
several times until the load reaches
the dryness setting you selected. Then
the knob automatically moves to
OFF and tumbling stops.
Use
AUTOMATIC
REGULAR to
dry heavy
and medium
weight cotton items-The load tum-
bles without heat during the last 5
minutes.This helps make the load
easier to handle.
press, knits and other synthetic fab-
rics. The load tumbles without heat
during the last 10 minutes. This helps
keep wrinkles from setting in.
For the first few loads, set theControl
Knob to point to an* in either auto-
matic cycle. When the dryer stops,
feel the dried items.
l If items are drier than you like, use
a setting to the right of the* the next
time you dry a similar load.
l 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.
helps make the load easier to
handle.
6

- ying tips
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
FLUFF AIR
The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes
wrinkles from dry clothing such as
1. Set Temperature Selector to HEAVY
1 HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push STARTButton.
mperature Selector to The load will tumble in heated air
ontrol Knob to the num- for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and
utes you want in the the dryer continues to tumble the
ING Cycle. load for 10 more minutes.
fART Button. For best resultsTUMBLE PRESS only
a few items at a time. Put them on

Mixed loads Drying times
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the Dryrng times will vary depending on:
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
cycle suggested forthe lightest
fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove . type and weight of the fabric.
l size of the load.
dry items and reset the control.
l room temperature around the
To reduce wrinkling, take the load
*
l temperature of the wash rinse
from dryer as soon as tumbling stops.
This is important for permanent press,
l amount of lint In the lint screen.
knits and synthetic fabrics. zag e 6 in your”Dryer Guide” l dryer temperature selection.
for more information.
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
Cle
screen
‘an the lint SCI
increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.
Open the lid (and pull the lint screen ROLL the lint off the screen
straight out. 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
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
l AVOIU elecmc
hazard - unplug powe
supply C A --A..-- -Y
electl’ .
WARNING:
I _ 1-e-1-1 -,--‘-:-al s,.,ock
..- --._.- r
cora or rurn on
rlcal power.
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
l Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
l Make sure dryer is cool.
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer.

Caring for your drye
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 dryer.
Sharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the dryer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
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Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or
near your dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
WARNING: 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. Wipe 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.
Vacation care
l Unplug power cord or turn off elec-
trical power.
l For gas dryers, close gas valve.
l Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these four steps:
l. 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 cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper volt-
age?
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?
It your dryer does not heat:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the
Control Knob to OFF. Turn on gas.
Wait 5 minutes. Reset controls and
start.
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?
l See page 7 of this book and page 6
of your “Dryer Guide:’
2. If you need
assistance*. ..
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE r/ serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . (800) 2534301
Michigan . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska & Hawaii (800) 2534121
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satisfactory oper-
ation from your appliance or, if serv-
ice is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has
chised TECH-CARE ’
service technicians are trained to
fulfill the product warranty and pro-
vide after-warranty service, any-
where in the United States. To locate
TECH-CARE service in your area, call
our COOL-LINE service assistance
telephone number (see Step 2) or look
in your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under:
FRAHCHISEDTECHCAMSERVICE
SERVlCECOMMtd’IB.5
XYZSERVlCEco
123Maple 9999999
4. If you have a
problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service as-
sistance telephone number (see Step
2) and talk with one of our Consultants,
or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Robert Stanley
Division Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 US-33, North
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
‘If you must call or write, please pro-
vide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This infor-
mation is needed in order to better re-
spond to your request for assistance.
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