Whirlpool GLE7900XM User manual

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AUTOMATIC
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Electric Model
GLE7900XM
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
TION CENTER
START BUTTON
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
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 slip.
Complete Serial 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
Service Company and
console Telephone Number
There is no warranty regtstration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all
that IS required for in-warranty service.
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Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. 3
SAFETY FIRST. 3
SELECTING A CYCLE AND
STARTING YOUR DRYER. 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6
Dryer Cycles and Settings 6
Cool Down Times 6
DRYING TIPS. 7
FLUFFAIR 7
TUMBLEPRESS”Setting...... 7
Mixed Loads 7
Drying Times. 7
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LINT SCREEN 8
LINT REMOVAL 8
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.. 9
Cleaning Dryer Interior. 9
Vacation Care. 9
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.. 10
I. Before Calling for
Assistance 10
2. When You Return
totheU.S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3. IfYou Need Assistance. 11
4.IfYouNeedService 11

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 be explo-
sive fumes.
l is not used by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
‘See the”lnstallation Instructions” for
complete information.

SUGGESTED SUGGESTED
TYPE OF LOAD CYCLE TEMPERATURE
COTTONS - LINENS
EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads,
mattress pads, quilts.
HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,
jeans, corduroys, work clothes
MEDIUMWEIGHT COTTONS -
Sheets, pillowcases, cotton
underwear, diapers _.
LIGHTWEIGHT COTTONS - Batistes,
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
EX HEAVY
HEAVY
MEDIUM
LIGHT
PERMIT PRESS
40-50 MINS.
30-40 MINS.
20-30 MINS.
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
-
PERMIT
PRESS
HEAVY
HIGH
KNITS PERMIT PRESS
HEAVYWEIGHT - Cottons, rayons, PERMIT PRESS
blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts , 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
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
Set TEMPERATURE
2. SELECTOR
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.
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Operating instructions
Dryer cycles and settings
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle helps
provide the special care that perma-
nent press and synthetic fabrics
need...a 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 HEAVY, HEAVY, MEDIUM and LIGHT
loads.
At each setting, the dryer will run
about long enough to dry the load
described by the setting. Example:
The HEAVY Cycle is designed to be
longenoughtodryaloadofheavy
fabrics (towels, jeans, corduroys, etc.)
when the Temperature Selector is set
on PERM’T PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
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If the load is not as dry as you want,
set the dial more to the left the next
time you dry that kind of load.
If the load is dryer than YOU want.
set the dial more to the right the next
time you dry that kind of load.
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Cool down times
In all cycle&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.
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COOL DOWN COOL DOWN I
The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has
10 minutes of cool down time at the
end of the cycle.
All other cycles have 5 minutes of
cool down time.

Drying tips
FLUFF AIR
The dryer does not heat when the
Temperature Selector is set on FLUFF
AIR. This setting can be used to fluff
bedding, pillows and clothing orto
dust drapes.
It can also be used to damp-dry
heat sensitive items...such as plastic
shower curtains, rubber-backed
rugs, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber
pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc.
1. Set the Temperature Selector to
FLUFF AIR.
2. Set the Control Knob to the PERMA-
NENT PRESS Cycle and select the
number of minutes you want.
3. Push the START Button.
TUMBLE PRESS” Setting
The TUMBLE PRESS setting removes
wrinkles from dry clothing such as
items that may have been packed
in a suitcase, closet, or items not
removed from the dryer.
Set Temperature Selector to PERM’T
PRESS/HEAVY HIGH.
2. Set Control Knob to TUMBLE PRESS.
3. Push 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
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.
Drying times
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 dryer temperature selection.
See page 6 in your”Dryer Guide”
for more information. -I

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
straight out. ROLL the lint off the screen with your fingers.
DO NOT rinse or wash the screen
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.
Heat Element
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.
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. vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
l Make sure dryer is cool. re-level dryer.
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Caring for your
Remove loose and sharp objects
from pockets and cuffs before drying -
pins, buckles, etc. Close metal
zlppers.
Wipe off all spills with a damp, soft
cloth. Spills allowed to remain may
dull or damage the finish.
Never leave wet or dame laundry
n your dryer. ~
Sharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the dryer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
Some pretreatment products cal
damage dials, consoles and fini&
Do not use these products on or
near your dtver.
Cleaning dryer interior
Before cleaning interior, I
unplug power supply core
or turn off electrical
power to avoid electrical
shock hazard. I
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.
0 Clean lint screen. 9

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
la
Before calling for
assistance...
Performance problems offen 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?
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?
l See page 7 of this book and page 6
of your “Dryer Guide:’
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
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