Whirlpool LE3000XS User manual

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AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Electric Model
LE3000XS
and
Gas Model
LG30OIXS
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Parts and features
CYCLE CONTROL KNOB
LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER
DRYER DRUM
DOOR
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
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 information ready
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
[from the plate located as shown)
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces
Keep this book in the Laundry InformatIon
Center with your “Dryer Guide:’ sales slip
and warranty
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Please complete and mail the Owner
Registration Card furnished with this
product.
Service Company
Telephone Number
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
Starting Your Dryer
Selecting a Cycle
DRYING TIPS
Drying Times
Mixed Loads
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2 LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL.
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior.
Vacation Care
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY
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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
e it is not working right [Le. noisy, too hot). ing on vacation.
l it is damaged. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
l parts are missing (i.e. door latch). turn off electrical power before attempting
l all panels are not in place. to service the dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if
l the lint screen is loose, damaged or yours is a gas dryer.
missing.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. lMMeguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
You are personally responsible for making
sure that your dryer...
l is properly maintained.
9 is properly installed and leveled in a well
ventilated room’ on a floor that can sup-
port the weight.
l is located in an area where the tempera-
ture is above 45°F (7.2”C).
l is connected to the pr@per outlet and
electrical supply.’
9 is properly connected to fuel and ex-
haust systems.*
l is not installed against drapes or
curtains.’
l is used only for jobs normally expected
of home clothes dryers.
. is not used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly.
*See “lnstallatlon Instructions” for com-
plete informatlon.
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Operating instructions
Starting Your Dryer
Before starting your dryer, be sure laundry is sorted and loaded
DroDerlv [see your “Drver Guide”]. Be sure the door is tightly closed.
1
. Select CYCLE and TIME
2
. Push the START Button
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the time setting you want in
the cycle you want.
3
To stop and
. restart the dryer
To stop, open the door [or turn the
Control Knob to OFF).
To restart, close the door and push
START.
The dryer will starttumbling when
you push the START Button.
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. To change the setting
The setting can be changed at any
time by turning the Control Knob to a
new setting.
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.
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Selecting a Cycle
Each dryer cycle is designed to dry certain kinds of fabrics. Use the
chart below to help you decide which cycle to use.
TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED CYCLE
COllONS
HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress padsquilts . . . HEAT
MEDIUM AND LIGHTWEIGHT - Shirts, dresses,
sheets,diapers,toweIs, work clothes . . . . . . HEAT
PERMANENT PRESS
HEAVY - Work clothes, jackets, raincoatsetc. . . . . . . HEAT
MEDIUMWEIGHT -
Shirts,uniforms,dresses,slacks,etc. . . . . . . HEAT
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - COTTONS,RAYONS, BLENDS -
T-Shirts,slacks,polo shirtsetc. . . HEAT
LIGHTWEIGHT - SYNTHETIC FIBERS [polyester,
acrylic, etc.] AND BLENDS -
Lingerie, blouses,dresses,etc. . HEAT
DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS -
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] . . HEAT
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT SENSITIVE MATERIALS
Foam pillows, bras,etc. AIR
Plastic shower curtainstablecloths AIR
Rubber backed rugs . . . . . . . . AIR
Olefin. polypropylene,sheernylon . . . . AIR
The last 5 minutes of the HEAT Cycle are without heat. This helps cool
down the load for easier handling and to reduce wrinkling.

Drying tips
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.
See your “Dryer Guide” for
more information.
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.
To help reduce wrinkling, take
the load from the dryer as soon
as tumbling stops. This is very
important for permanent press,
knits and other synthetic
fabrics.
DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying
can cause shrinkage, static
cling, and can damage some
fabrics.
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen betore 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 otten, depending
on dryer usage.
ELECTRIC DRYERS GAS DRYERS
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Remove back panel (electric)
or lower access panel (gas].
Avoid damaging wires,
thermostats, funnel or igniter.
Remove lint from shaded area -
see art-with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer. 7

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
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
yourself 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 tightly?
l Did you push the STARTButton?
IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the
Control Knob to OFF. Turn on gas.
L4:;;, 5 minutes. Reset controls and
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 Isthe lint screen clean? See page 7
of this book for cleaning instructions.
l See page 6 of this book and your
“Dryer Guide!’
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?

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2. If you need assistance?.. 4. If you have a
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINER serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.:
1-800-253-1301
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 set-v-
ice is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service?..
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Whirlpool has
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Wh$lp&l ,
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 telephone
number (see Step 2) or look in your
telephone directory Yellow Pages
under:
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 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
5. If YOU need FSP”
replacement parts?..
FSP is a registered trademark of
Whirlpool Corporation for quality
parts. Look for this symbol of quality
whenever you need a replacement
part 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.
‘If you must call or write, please pro-
vide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This
information is needed in order to
better respond to your request for
assistance.
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