Whirlpool GLE5700XS User manual

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DRYER
Electric Model
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
START BUllON
LINT SCREEN
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 lnformatlon ready
Model Number
1. Complete Model and Sertal Numbers ~.
[from the plate located as shown]
Senal Number
2. Purchase date from sales slop
Copy this information In these spaces
Purchase Dole
Keep this book In the Laundry lnformatron
Center with Your “Dryer Gurde:’ sales slip
and warranty.
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES. - 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.. 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4
Selecting a Cycle and
Starting Your Dryer 4
Dryer Cycles and Settings 6
Cool Down Times 6
DRYING TIPS, 7
FLUFFAIR Setting 7
TUMBLE PRESSRSetting 7
Mixed Loads
Drying Times
LINT SCREEN.
LINT REMOVAL,
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER
Cleaning Dryer Interior
Vacation Care
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE,
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY
61989 Whirlpool Corporation
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You are personally responsible for
making sure that your dryer...
l is properly maintained.
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
temperature is above 45 F(7.2 C].
l is connected to the proper outlet,
electrical supply and grounding.’
l is properly connected to fuel and
exhaust systems,*
l is not installed against drapes or
curtains l
l is used only for jobs normally
expected of home clothes dryers.
l is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
*See “Installation Instructions” for
complete information.
ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord or turn off electrical power
before attempting to service the
dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is
a gas dryer.
ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation
NEVER use or store flammable fluids
(dry-cleaning solvents, gasoline,
kerosene] in or near your dryer
These substances grve off vapors
that can create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION.
NEVER operate the dryer rf...
l it is not working right (i.e.. noisy, too
hot]
l it is damaged.
l parts are missing [I.e. door latch).
l all panels are not in place.
l the lint screen is loose, damaged
or missing.
. FOR YOUR SAFETY l
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
I. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRICAL
SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAMES.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS
SUPPLIER. 3

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts EX HEAVY
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, PERMIT
jeans, corduroys, work clothes HEAVY
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS - PRESS
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton HEAVY
HIGH
underwear, diapers MEDIUM
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
organdies, lingerie LIGHT
PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS PERM’T PRESS
AND BLENDS
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS-Work clothes,
jackets, raincoats 40-50 MINS. PERMIT
MEDIUMWEIGHT FABRICS - Shirts, play PRESS
clothes, sheets, slacks. 30-40 MINS. HEAW
LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS - Lingerie, HIGH
blouses, dresses 20-30 MINS.
KNITS PERMIT PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons,
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts PERM’T PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT - Synthetics (polyester, 40-50 MINS. HEA,,Y 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;;y KNITS GENTLE
Gauze, lace, etc. 15-20 MINS. LOW
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITIVE
FABRICS PERM’T 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.
4

1
. Select a CYCLE
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and setting you
want. See page 6 for information on
the cycles.
3
n Push the START Button
The dryer will start tumbling when you
push the STARTButton.
2. TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
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 an OFF area when the dryer is
not in use. If the dryer is stopped before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle
Control Knob to an OFF area. 5

Dryer cycles and settings
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle helps
provide the special care that perma-
nent press and synthetic fabrics
need CI 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 HE4VY HEAVY, MEDIUM and LIGHT
loads
At each setting the dryer WII run
aboLt long enough to dry the load
described by the setltng Example
The HEAVY Cycle IS deslgned to be
long enough to dry a load of heavy
fabrics [towels jeans. corduroys. etc ]
wher the Temperature Selector IS set
on PERM’T PRESS HEAVY HIGH
-- MORE TIME LESS TIME -
If the load IS not as dry as You want
set the dial more to the lefl the next
time you dry that kind of load
If the load IS dryer than you wont,
set the dial more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load
6
Cool down times
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.
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has
IO mtnutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle
All other cycles have 5 minutes of
cool down time

Drying tips
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF
AIR. This setting can be used to fluff
bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam
rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers,
etc.
1. Turn the Temperature Selector to
FLUFFAIR.
2. Turn the Control Knob to the number
of minutes you want in the TIMED
DRYING Cycle.
3. Push the STARTButton
Mixed loads
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics. use the
cycle suggested for the lightest fab-
rics. When the dryer stops, remove dry
items and reset the control
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 PERM’T
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push STARTButton.
The load will tumble In heated air
for IO 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 hang-
ers or fold them as soon as the dryer
stops.
Drying times
Drying times will vary depending on’
9 amount of moisture in the clothes.
l type and weight of the fabric.
l size of load.
l room temperature around the dryer.
l temperature of the wash rinse water.
l amount of lint in the lint screen.
l dryer temperature selection
See your “Dryer Guide” for
more informatlon.
7

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 often, depending on
dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
WARNING:
l Avoid electrical shock
hazard - unplug power
supply cord or turn off
electrical power.
l Avold injury or damage - do not
put hands Inside cabinet.
l Make sure dryer is cool.
8
1. Remove back panel.
2. Avoid damaging wires,
thermostats, 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.

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.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or nea
your dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
0
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
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 For gas dryers, close gas valve.
l Clean lint screen

If’ you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
1. Before calling for
assistance...
Performance problems often result
from little things you can find and fix
yourse f 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 tightly7
l Did you push the STARTButton?
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
ofthis book for cleaning instructions.
l See page 7 of this book and your
“Dryer Guide:’
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?