Whirlpool GLE5700XS User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYER
Electric Model
GLE5700XS
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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.
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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