Whirlpool LE4900XT User manual

AUTOMATIC
DRYERS
Compact
Electric Models
LE4900XT (portable)
LE4930XT
Gas Model
LG4931XT
WP Clolhes Dryers Freezers Relrlgeralor Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Bu~llln Ovens and Surlace Un~ls Ranges Microwave Ovens Trash Compac

Parts and features
, START BUTTON
CYCLE CONTROL
II ;I ’ - \
DOOR
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
ACCESS DOOR [gas model OnlY)
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
Model Number
(from plate located as shown]
2. Purchase date from sales slip
Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces
Keep this book in the Laundry lnformatron
Purchase Date
Center with your “Dryer Guide” and sales
slip.
Thank you for purchasing a Whirlpool
Serwce Company Phone Number
product. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card fur-
nished with this product.
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Starting Your Dryer
Selecting a Cycle
Drying Times
Mixed Loads
Suggested Load Srzes
End-of-Cycle Slgnal
LINT SCREEN
Page
2 LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR DRYER..
Cieanlng Dryer lntertor
Vacation Care
Voltage Requirements
Optlonal lnstallatlon
Accessorres
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-
l it is not working right [I e noisy, too hot) lng on vacation
l it IS damaged
ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord or
l parts are missing [I e door latch] turn off electrlcal power before attempting
l all panels are not In place to service the dryer Shut
ofI GAS VALVE II
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. F..tzeguish 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
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 ISsorted 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
The dryer WIII start tumbling when
you push the START Button
3
. Push the START Button
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.
4
To stop and restart
the dryer
The setting can be changed at any
time by turning the Control Knob to a
new setting

Selecting a Cycle
Dryer cycles are designed forthe proper drying of different kinds of
fabrics. This dryer has 3 cycles:
REGULAR HEAVY-The heat IS off
AIR - No heat. This cycle IS useful
during the last 5 minutes of tum- when drying heat-sensitrve Items or
bling The load IS cooled down for when fluffing pillows and bedding
more comfortable handling or dustrng sheers and curtains
‘I‘\ I’): <It‘ 1.0 \I) SI <iGt:SI‘Eo Cl c1.t:
COTTONS
HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts
MEDIUM AND LIGHTWEIGHT - Shirts,dresses,
sheets,diapers, towels, work clothes
PERMANENT PRESS
REGULAR HEAVY
REGULAR HEAVY
HEAVY - Work clothes, jackets, rarncoats,etc. PERMANENT PRESS
MEDIUMWEIGHT -
Shirts,uniforms,dresses,slacks,etc PERMANENT PRESS
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - COTTONS, RAYONS, BLENDS -
T-Shirts,slacks,polo shirts,etc. PERMANENT PRESS
LIGHTWEIGHT - SYNTHETIC FIBERS (polyester,
acrylic, etc.) AND BLENDS -
Linqerie, blouses,dresses,etc. PERMANENT PRESS
DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS -
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels] PERMANENT PRESS
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT SENSITIVE MATERIALS
Foam pillows, bras, etc.
Plasticshowercurtainstablecloths : : : AIR ” : :. : :. 1. 1.. 1.. AIR
Rubber backed rugs AIR
Olefin,polypropylene,s’heern’ylon 1. : : : : : : : : 1: : AIR
Drying times
See your “Dryer Guide”
Drying times will vary depending on. for more information
l amount of moisture in the clothes.
l type and weight of the fabric.
. size of the load.
l room temperature around the dryer.
l voltage used. See page 9 of this
book for L
roltage information