Whirlpool LE4900XS, LE4930XS, LG4931XS User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Compact
Electric Models
LE4900XS (portable)
LE4930XS
Gas Model
LG4931XS
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Parts and features
, START BUllON
CYCLE CONTROL
KNOB
t LINT SCREEN
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).
Model Number
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.
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 Times .............
Mixed Loads .............
Suggested Load Sizes. ...
End-of-Cycle Signal ......
LINT SCREEN ...............
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LINT REMOVAL. .
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER.
Cleaning Dryer Interior..
Vacation Care .
Voltage Requirements
Optional Installation
Accessories .
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSiSTANCE . . . . . .
WHIRLPOOL DRYER
WARRANTY .
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01987 Whirlpool Corporation
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Additional Safety Instructions and your Responsibilities
NEVER operate the dryer if... ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leav-
l it is not working right [i.e. noisy, too hot). ing on vacation.
l it is damaged. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
. 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.
FORYOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical
switches.
3. ;ztkeguish any open
.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FORYOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
aDr>liance.
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 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 proper outlet and
electrical supply.*
l 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.
l is not used by children or anyone unable
to operate it properly.
*See “Installation Instructions” for com-
plete information.
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Operating instructions
Starting Your Dryer
Before starting your dryer, be sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly (see your”Dryer Guide”). Be sure the door is tightly closed.
1 . Select a CYCLE
2
Set
. TEMPERATURE SELECTOR
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the cycle and time setting you
want.
3
. Push the START Button
To stop the dryer, open the door
(or turn the Control Knob to OFF).
To restati the dryer, close the door,
select cycle, if necessary, and push
START.
The dryer will start tumbling when
you push the START Button,
To stop and restart
the dryer
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
Dryer cycles are designed for the proper drying of different kinds of
fabrics. This dryer has 3 cycles:
REGULAR HEAVY-The heat is off
during the last 5 minutes of tum-
bling. The load is cooled down for
more comfortable handling.
PERMANENT PRESS -The heat is off
during the last IU minutes of tumbling
to help keep wrinkles from setting in.
Clothing wrinkled from packing in
suitcases or closets can be smoothed
out by tumbling them in this cycle for
about 20 minutes.
AIR - No heat. This cycle is useful
when drying heat-sensitive items or
when fluffing pillows and bedding
or dusting sheers and curtains.
TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED CYCLE
COTTONS
HEAVY - Bedspreads,mattress pads, quilts REGULAR HEAVY
MEDIUM AND LIGHTWEIGHT - Shirts, dresses,
sheets,diapers,towels, work clothes REGULAR HEAVY
PERMANENT PRESS
HEAVY - Work clothes, jackets, raincoats, etc. PERMANENT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT -
Shirts, uniforms,dresses,slacks,etc. PERMANENT PRESS
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - COTTONS, RAYONS, BLENDS -
T-Shirts,slacks,poloshirts,etc. PERMANENT PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT - SYNTHETIC FIBERS (polyester,
acrylic. etc.1 AND BLENDS -
Lingerie. dlouses,dresses,etc. PERMANENT PRESS
DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS -
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels) PERMANENT PRESS
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT SENSITIVE MATERIALS
Foam pillows, bras.etc. ................................... AIR
Plastic shower curtain&tablecloths ......................... AIR
Rubber backed rugs ...................................... AIR
Olefin, polypropylene,sheer nylon ......................... AIR
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 voltage used. See page 9 of this
book for voltage information.
See your “Dryer Guide”
for more information.
DO NOT OVERDRY. Overdrying
can cause shrinkage, static
cling, and can damage some
fabrics.

Mixed loads
When drying a load with different
kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
cycle suggested forthe 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.
.
Suggested load sizes
Use these load size recommendations for your compact dryer.
Do not use the load sizes for larger capacity dryers that are listed
in the “Dryer Guide:’
MIXED LOAD
1 pair slacks
2 pillowcases
2 shirts
2 T-shirts
PERMANENT PRESS
6 shirts
-or-
2 double sheets
2 pillowcases
-or-
2 single sheets
2 pillowcases
HEAVY WORK CLOTHES
3 work shirts
2 pair pants
KNITS
TOWELS
9 bath towels
-or-
6 bath towels
3 hand towels
6 wash cloths
DELICATES
2 slacks
2 shirts
-or-
3 dresses
1 camisole
2 slips
2 panties
2 bras
1 nightie
1 half slip
End-of-cycle signal
The dryer sounds a signal to let you know
when the cycle is finished. The signal cannot be
turned off and is not adjustable.
The signal is helpful when you are drying
permanent press, synthetics and other items
that should be taken out as soon as the dryer
stops.

Lint screen
The lint screen
is inside the dryer
drum, on the
back wall. Clean
it before each
load. A screen
blocked by lint
Pull straight can increase
out. drying time.
1. Use the finger holes to pull the lint
screen straight out.
2. Lightly squeeze the body, as
shown, while pulling the cover off.
3.
4.
5.
Roll lint off the
screen with
your fingers.
DO NOT rinse
or wash the
screen. Wet
lint is hard to
remove. Squeeze body;
pull cover off.
Replace the cover on the body of
the lint screen.
Push the lint screen straight back
in until it clicks 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 GAS DRYERS
eaning should be done only by a qualified person.
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
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace panel; reconnect and
re-level dryer.

Remove loose and sharp objects
from DOCketS and cuffs before drvina -
pins, buckles, etc. Close metal . -
zippers.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or
near your dryer.
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.
Cleaning dryer interior
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.

Unplug power cord or For gas dryers, close Clean lint screen.
turn off electrical power. gas valve.
Voltage Requirements
Dtyer Model LE4930XS operates on
household current of 240 or 208 volts.
Dryer times will be longer if 208 volt
current is used.
Dryer Models LE4900XS and
LG4931XS operate on household cur-
rent of 120 volts.
Drying times will be longer than for
dryers that operate on 240 volts.
Power supply for
Dryer Model LE4930XS Power supply for
Dryer Models LE4900XS
LG493lXS
Optional Installation Accessories
The WINDOW EXHAUST KIT(Part
No. LCK 3000) is a convenient way
to exhaust your dryer through a
window.
An EXHAUST DEFLECTOR (Part No.
LCK 4000) moves dryer exhaust to
the side or up or down.
The dryer can be mounted on a wall
with the DRYER WALL MOUNT KIT (Part
No. LCK 2OOl- FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
E). The wall must be strong
enough to support the weight. Not to
be used in mobile homes. This allows
you to have an eye level dryer with
floor space beneath for a washer.
The dryer can be mounted on a
stand at eye level with the STACK
RACK KIT (Part No. LCKIIOO). A com-
pact washer can be permanently
installed and operated under the
dryer.
Another STACK RACK KIT [Part
No. LCKIOOO) is available for
washers that will only be stored
under the dryer.

If you need service or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
L 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 cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper volt-
age?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Do you push the STARTButton?
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
IF YOUR DRYER DOES NOT HEAT:
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings are
without heat.
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l Is the gas turned on? If not, turn the
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.
IF DRYING TIME SEEMS LONG:
Squeeze body;
pull cover off.
l Is the lint screen clean? See page 7
of this book for cleaning instructions.
l See page 5 of this book and your
“Dryer Guide:’

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2. If you need
assistance?..
Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ serv-
Ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free trom anywhere In the U.S.:
l-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satisfactory
operation from your appliance or, if
service is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has
a nationwide
network of fran-
chised TECH-CARE’”
Service Compa-
nies, TECH-CARE
service technicians are trained to
fulfill the product warranty and pro-
vide after-warranty service, any-
where 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:
4. If you have a
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 part&.
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 infor-
mation is needed in order to better
respond to your request for
assistance.

WHIRLPOOI1” DRYER
WARRANTY
DROOl
LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
FSP(“‘replacement parts and repair labor to
correct defects in materials or workmanship.
Service must be provided by a franchised
TECH-CARE” service company.
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the dryer.
2. Instruct you how to use the dryer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace light bulbs.
B. Repairs when dryer is used in other than normal, single-family
household use.
C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in
the home.
D. Damage to dryer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts
of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BELIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please
contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
Part No. 3387088 Rev. A
01987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.
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