Whirlpool Gas LG5791XM User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE5790XM
and
Gas Model
LG5791XM
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION CENTER
DRYER DRUM
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
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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 slip.
Complete Senal Number
Copy this information In these spaces
Keep this book, your warranty, sales slop
Purchase Date
and “Dryer Guide” In the Laundry Infor-
mation Center on the back of the dryer servrce
Company and
console. Telephone Number
There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase iS QII
that is required for in-warranty service.
Contents
Page Page
PARTSAND FEATURES 2 Lint Signal 8
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 3 LINT SCREEN 9
SAFETYFIRST 3 LINT REMOVAL 9
SELECTING A CYCLE AND CARING FOR YOUR DRYER 10
STARTING YOUR DRYER 4 Vacation Care 10
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 IFYOU NEED SERVICE OR
The Automatic Cycles 6 ASSISTANCE 11
Timed Drying 6 I, Before Calling for
DRYING TIPS 7 Assistance. 11
FLUFFAIR Setting. 7 2. If You Need Assistance 11
TUMBLE PRESSSetting 7 3. If You Need Service . . . 11
Mixed Loads 8 4. If You Have a Problem 11
Drying Times 8
, ~1983 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,’
. 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
complete information.

TYPEOF LOAD SWdf;ED SUGGESTED
TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, HEAVY
mattress padsquilts. HIGH
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes AUTOMATIC PERM’T PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - REGULAR MED
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes, KNITS GENTLE
organdies, lingerie LOW
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS -Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats AUTOMATIC . PERMANENT PERMIT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PRESS MED
clothes,sheets,slacks
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, KWITSGENTLE
blousesdresses LOW
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blend&T-shirtsslacks, shirts AUTOMATIC PERMiErESS
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics [polyester, PERMANENT
acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, PRESS KNITS GENTLE
blouses,dresses .._._..............
LIGHTWEIGHT AND DELICATE FABRICS AUTOMATIC
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT
Gauze,lace,etc. . .._.,,,_.__._._........ PRESS
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS
LOW
KNITS
GENTLE
LOW
FOAM RUBBER - Pillows, bras,
stuffed toys
PLASTIC - Shower curtains,
tablecloths . . . _.................
RUBBER-BACKED RUGS .
OLEFIN, POLYPROPYLENE, SHEERNYLON
Drylng these and other heat-sensltlve
materials can damage them or be a
FIRE HAZARD.
TIMED FLUFF
DRYING AIR
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Select a
1. CYCLE Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
Push the
3. START Button
Turn the Temperature Selector to the
needed drying temperature.
To stop and restart
the dryer
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button.
Changing a setting
The setting can be changed at any
time by turning the Control Knob to a
new setting.
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.

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.
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 the Control
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.
Timed drying
Use the TIMED DRYING Cycle for
any load you want to dry by time. For
example: small loads, large bulky
items, items to be fluffed or dusted
with the FLUFFAIR heat setting.
9 Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want-from 10 to 60.
l The last 5 minutes of this cycle are
without heat - a cool-down time. This
helps make the load easier to
handle.
6

FLUFF AIR
flllg tips
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF
AIR. This settina can be used to fluff
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.
1. Set Temperature Selector to HEAVY
HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push STARTButton.
1. Turn the Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR.
2. Turn the Control Knob to the num-
ber of minutes you want in the
TIMED DRYING Cycle.
3. Push the START Button.
The load will tumble in heated air
for 5 minutes. The heat shuts off and
the dryer continues to tumble the
load for 10 more minutes.
For best results, TUMBLE PRESSonly
a few items at a time. Put them on
hangers or fold them as soon as the
dryer stops.

Mixed loads Drying times
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested for the lightest
fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove
dry items and reset the control
To reduce wnnkllng, take the
load trom dryer as soon as
tumbling stops This ISimportant
for permanent press, knits and
synthetic fabrics.
Lint signal
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Drying times will vary depending on:
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
l type and weight of the fabric.
l size of the load.
l room temperature around the
dryer.
l temperature of the wash rinse
water.
l amount of lint in the lint screen
l dryertemperature selection.
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
for more information.
If you neglect to clean your lint
screen, the lint 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.
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.
Open the lid and pull the lint screen ROLL the lint off the s/creen
straight out. with your fingers.
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DO NOT run the dryer with DO NOT rinse or wash the screen.
the lint screen loose,
damaged or missing. Push the screen firmly back into
place.
Doing so can cause over-
heating, can damage fabrics and
can be a FIRE HAZARD.
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
-Funnel
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
l Avoid injury or damage - do not
put hands inside cabinet.
’ Make sure dryer is cool.
1. Remove back panel (electric] or
front panel (gas].
2. Avoid damaging wiresther-
mostats, funnel or igniter,
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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Caring for your dryer
Remove sharp objects from clothing
before drying - pins, bucklesetc.
Close metal zippers.
Wipe off all spills with a damp,soft Sharp or heavy objects should
cloth.Spills allowed to remain may never be put on or in the dryer.
dull or damage the finish. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
Non-colorfast items can stain the
drum. Wipe carefully after drying to
make sure there is no dye to be
transferred to items in the next load.
Vacation care
Never leave wet or damp laundry in
your dryer.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, console and finish. Do
not use these products on or near
your dryer.
Disconnect power
supply cord.
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For gas dryers, close
gas valve. Clean lint screen.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
I. Before calling for assistance.. . 3. If you need service *.. .
Performance problems often re-
sult from little things you can find
and fix yourself without tools of any
kind.
DRYER DOES NOT RUN:
l Is power supply cord plugged in?
l Is door closed tightly?
l Did you push START Button?
l Are fuses blown or a circuit-breaker
tripped?
DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
l Is gas turned on? If not, turn 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.
DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
l Is the lint screen clean?
l See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide:’
2. If you need assistance*. . .
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE” serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska & Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satisfactory op-
eration from your appliance or, if
service is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area
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of Whirlpool Corporation for
FSP
quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever
you need a replacement part
R for your Whirlpool appliance.
FSP replacement parts
will fit right and work right, because they are
made to the same exacting specifications
used to build every new Whirlpool appliance
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Whirlpool has
a nationwide net-
work of franchised
TECH-CARE@ Serv-
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ice technicians are trained to fulfill
the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in
the United States. To locate TECH-
CARE service in your area, call our
COOL-LINE service assistance tele-
phone number (see Step 2) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under
4. If you have a problem*. ..
Call our COOL-LINE service as-
sistance telephone number (see
Step 2) and talk with one of our Con-
sultants, or if you prefer, write to.
Mr Guy Turner, Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 US-33 North
Benton Harbor, MI 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 in-
formation is needed in order to bet-
ter respond to your request for
assistance.
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